Kpop Sickfics & Hurtfics

Falling Apart, Rising Together (Masami)

The stress had been building slowly, creeping into Masami's bones like an unseen weight. It wasn't unusual for him to feel tired; as ALL(H)OURS' main rapper, Masami prided himself on taking everything in stride. Long nights, gruelling practices, and high expectations had all become part of his routine. But recently, the fatigue felt heavier, more persistent. The dull ache in his muscles lingered beyond practice sessions, and his head throbbed after hours spent in the studio. He'd come to recognize these signs as red flags, but he shrugged them off as temporary. The other members seemed to handle the workload with ease, so why should he complain?

For Masami, being quiet and reserved wasn't just a personality trait; it was his shield. He valued his independence, his ability to handle whatever came his way without relying on others. He didn't want to be seen as weak or needing help—especially when his teammates were all pushing their limits, too. So, he ignored the growing exhaustion, brushing it off as part of the job.

That night, Masami felt the weariness hit harder than before. He made his way to the bathroom, hoping that a hot shower would clear his head and shake off some of the fatigue. Steam filled the air as he turned the shower on, creating a foggy cocoon that blurred his reflection in the mirror. As the warm water poured down, he leaned heavily against the cool tile wall, eyes closed, trying to ground himself. His heartbeat felt distant, like a faint drum echoing in his ears, and his vision began to swim.

Suddenly, the sound of water hitting the floor seemed to fade away. His head felt unbearably light, and before he could fully register what was happening, his legs buckled beneath him. He slipped down, collapsing onto the cold, hard tile with a dull thud that echoed in the bathroom.

In the shared bedroom, Youmin, his roommate, was just getting ready to turn in for the night. The noise made him pause, his head snapping up. It sounded as if something heavy had fallen in the bathroom. A flicker of worry passed over his face, and he stood, waiting for any further sound. But there was only silence.

"Masami?" he called, his voice echoing slightly in the quiet of the dorm. When no reply came, he knocked on the bathroom door, his heart beginning to pound. "Masami, are you okay?"

Another stretch of silence answered him. Anxiety spiked, and Youmin knocked louder, his voice breaking. "Masami!" When he was still met with silence, he turned, sprinting down the hallway to call for the other members. Within seconds, Kunho, Xayden, Hyunbin, Minje, and ON:N had gathered around, faces shadowed with concern as Youmin quickly explained what he'd heard.

Without a second thought, Xayden moved to the door, his tall frame looming as he tried the handle, only to find it locked. He stepped back, determined, and threw his weight against the door once, then again. With a loud splintering sound, the door gave way, swinging open to reveal the sight that awaited them inside.

There, on the cold, damp tile floor, lay Masami, unconscious, his figure curled slightly, with only a towel loosely covering his waist. Water continued to pool around him, creating a still, almost eerie tableau. His skin was pale, and strands of his hair clung to his forehead. The usually composed and collected Masami looked small and vulnerable, his usual stoic expression replaced by a frightening stillness.

Kunho knelt by his side immediately, his hands steady as he checked for a pulse, feeling the faint, slow beat beneath his fingers. "He's breathing, but he's out cold," he said, his voice tense. "We need to get him out of here."

Xayden and Hyunbin moved into action, carefully lifting Masami between them, making sure the towel stayed in place as they carried him to the living room. The others gathered blankets and towels, working to dry him off and wrap him in warmth. The sight of their usually resilient rapper lying unconscious shook them, and a silent tension filled the air as they worked together.