"My Butterfly" (Shinobu x FEM Reader)

Chapter 15

Shinobu's POV:

My eyelids opened slowly, adjusting to the light seeping through the curtains. As the blur disappeared from my eyes, I soon realised where I was sleeping. I was on top of Y/N, whose breathing was slow and tranquil. I suddenly recall the previous night. I had said my first word to her, the first word that has escaped my mouth since I was rescued.

I was feeling lonely. It felt like I was genuinely losing my mind, not being able to express my emotions or even utter a few, mere words. If Y/N hadn't stayed, I don't know what I would've done to myself but it would surely be painful. Until last night, the most amount of sleep I would get was range around 1-2 hours. I usually stay up all night just.. thinking. Thinking about absolutely nothing. My brain was shutting down minute by minute, but I can't bring myself to say this out loud.

I rested my head back to its spot, right in the middle of her chest above her heart. I placed my ear opposite to where I could hear her heartbeat. It calmed my nerves down. People say this can happen, and I'm glad to know it worked. I cautiously moved my arm so it is resting on the bed instead of her. When we both eventually wake up, I'm going to atleast try to say thank you. Even if it's just a small, meaningful smile. I'm sure they would be happy with anything.

Time Skip: 2 Hours

I think I fell back asleep on top of Y/N. Her presence was warm and welcoming, allowing me to fall back into slumber within her embrace. She was humming a soft melody while running her delicate fingers through my obviously tangled hair.

She came to a halt when she sensed a shift in my consciousness, looking down to my level. Our eyesight connected and for a second I noticed a tinge of pink sprinkled on her porcelain cheeks.
"Hey." She whispered, offering me a soft smile.
Once again, I couldn't say anything. I tried my hardest, but nothing would come out. I resorted to giving her a sweet smile. By her reaction, I think it worked.

Her eyes widened and almost glazed over. She stopped herself before she cried, lifting her hand from my back. As soon as it left, it came back and pulled me closer. I snuggled back into her upper area until I realised what day it was. Today was the day I was getting my Hashira duties back, although I wouldn't be much of assistance.

I perked up and lifted my body away from her. She frowned at my sudden movements until her face went beet red. I tilted my head in confusion, until I noticed our position. I was straddling her, on a bed, if anyone came in right now they would for sure think we were doing something.

I removed my legs from her waist and picked myself up from her groin. When she stopped being a flustered mess I pointed to my uniform. The black hamaka was hung in the wardrobe and my plain haori was sitting on the stool, ready to be worn. I think she got the sign.

"Ehh come on Shinobu, i'm sure they won't mind you one more day off." Y/N stood up and walked over to me, halting before we could collide. We were incredibly close, and you could practically see the tension in the air. I turned my gaze and connected it with hers.

I could feel her breath on my face. I just wanted to kiss her. No matter the repercussions. I fully turned towards her, looking up at her delicate features. Fuck it.

I lifted my arms up and placed them around her neck, gaining a once again flustered Y/N. The blush was spreading across both of our cheeks. I couldn't wait any longer. I stood up on my toes, and kissed her. Fortunately, she returned the kiss and we stood there in my room, making out.

With all of the stuff I went through in the past month, you would think that I would be uncomfortable doing this. But no, it felt right. It felt right because it was with someone I loved. I knew right then and there, I loved Y/N. So, so, so much that I would do anything to stop time at this moment, so I could be with her forever.