Number Five Imagines

The Mind's Maze

Five Hargreeves x Fem!reader

Warnings: none

Y/N had always known she was different. From a young age, she could sense the emotions of others, feel their thoughts brushing against hers. As she grew older, her abilities became more pronounced, evolving into the power to manipulate consciousness itself. She could delve into minds, influence thoughts, even alter memories. But with great power came great fear—fear of losing control, of unintentionally causing harm.

That's where Number Five came in. He had experienced his own struggles with his powers, and he understood the burden Y/N carried. They had met during one of Five's missions, and their connection had been immediate and deep. Now, they were inseparable, and Five was determined to help Y/N master her abilities.

One crisp morning, Five and Y/N stood in the training room of the Umbrella Academy. The room was spacious and bright, filled with various equipment designed to test and hone their unique skills. Y/N looked around, feeling a mix of excitement and anxiety.

"Are you ready?" Five asked, his voice steady and reassuring.

Y/N nodded, taking a deep breath. "As ready as I'll ever be."

Five smiled, placing a hand on her shoulder. "Remember, Y/N, the key to controlling your powers is to stay calm and focused. Your mind is a powerful tool, and you need to trust yourself."

Y/N nodded again, closing her eyes and centering herself. "Okay. What's first?"

"We'll start with something simple," Five said. "I want you to focus on me and try to sense what I'm thinking."

Y/N took a deep breath and focused on Five. She felt the familiar sensation of her consciousness reaching out, brushing against his mind. It was like dipping her toes into a cool stream, the thoughts and emotions flowing around her. She concentrated, trying to tune into his specific thoughts.

"I can feel you," she said softly. "You're thinking about... me. About us."

Five smiled. "Good. Now, I want you to go a bit deeper. Try to influence my thoughts. Just a small suggestion."

Y/N hesitated. This was the part that scared her the most—using her powers to change someone's mind. She didn't want to hurt Five, didn't want to overstep her bounds. But she trusted him, and she knew he wouldn't let anything bad happen.

"Okay," she said, focusing again. She reached deeper into Five's mind, feeling the layers of his thoughts. She concentrated on a simple suggestion: "Raise your right hand."

For a moment, nothing happened. Then, slowly, Five's right hand began to lift. Y/N's eyes widened in surprise and relief. She had done it. She had influenced his thoughts without losing control.

"Excellent," Five said, lowering his hand. "You're doing great, Y/N. Now let's try something a bit more challenging."

They spent the next few hours practicing, with Five guiding Y/N through various exercises. He encouraged her to delve deeper into his mind, to influence more complex thoughts and emotions. Y/N's confidence grew with each success, her fear gradually giving way to a sense of empowerment.

After a particularly intense session, Five called for a break. They sat together on the floor, leaning against the wall. Y/N was exhausted but exhilarated. She had made more progress in one day than she had in months.

"You're a natural," Five said, handing her a bottle of water. "You just needed to believe in yourself."

Y/N smiled, taking a sip of water. "I couldn't have done it without you, Five. You make me feel safe. You make me feel like I can do anything."

Five's expression softened, and he reached out to take her hand. "You're stronger than you realize, Y/N. You've got an incredible gift, and with time and practice, you're going to master it."

Y/N leaned her head on his shoulder, feeling a deep sense of contentment. "Thank you, Five. For everything."

They sat in comfortable silence for a while, simply enjoying each other's presence. Then, Five stood up, extending a hand to help Y/N to her feet.

"Ready for one more exercise?" he asked.

Y/N took his hand, pulling herself up. "Always."

Five led her to the center of the room, his expression turning serious. "This time, I want you to try something different. I want you to enter my mind fully. See if you can navigate through my memories."

Y/N's eyes widened. "Are you sure? That's... that's pretty invasive."

"I trust you," Five said firmly. "And I think you're ready for it. Just remember to stay calm and focused. I'll be right here with you."

Y/N nodded, her heart pounding with a mix of fear and excitement. She closed her eyes and reached out with her consciousness, delving deeper into Five's mind than ever before. She felt herself slipping into his memories, seeing flashes of his past.

There were moments of pain and loneliness, scenes of him wandering through the apocalypse, struggling to survive. But there were also moments of joy and love—memories of their time together, the bond they had formed.

As she navigated through his memories, Y/N felt a profound connection to Five. She saw the world through his eyes, understood his struggles and triumphs. It was a deeply intimate experience, one that left her feeling closer to him than ever before.

When she finally pulled back, returning to her own consciousness, she found Five watching her with a look of awe and affection.

"You did it," he said softly. "You really did it."

Y/N smiled, tears of relief and happiness in her eyes. "I couldn't have done it without you, Five. Thank you for trusting me."

Five pulled her into a tight embrace, holding her close. "I'll always trust you, Y/N. You're stronger and braver than you know."

As they stood there, wrapped in each other's arms, Y/N felt a sense of peace and confidence she had never known before. With Five by her side, she knew she could face anything. Together, they would navigate the complexities of her powers and the challenges of their lives, stronger and more united than ever.