Daddy's Princess (Darkiplier x Reader)

e l e v e n.

Your chest rose and fell quickly, an immediate result of your exciting event. You curled up next to Dark and rested your head on his chest. The beat of his heart surprised you. You slightly jumped when you heard it, causing Dark to chuckle.

"What is it, Princess?"

"You have a...heart," you hesitantly said.

"Of course I do. Why wouldn't I? Did you not notice my heartbeat when we danced a few nights ago?" Dark questioned as he wrapped his arms around you.

"I don't know. I guess I just thought that you wouldn't have one since you are a demon."

Dark's fingers twirled around your hair as he spoke. "Remember that, as much as I hate it, I am Mark. Or, at least, I am in his body. His heart is my heart, his brain my brain, and the same with everything else. If his heart stops beating, I stop living."

"Oh, I guess that makes sense."

"Yes, Princess. Now, let's sleep, shall we?" You nodded. "Sleep," Dark commanded as he kissed the top of your head.

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You stepped out of the movie theater, giggling to yourself as you remembered the funny parts in the movie you just watched. You looked over and noticed that instead of your mother being by your side, Mark walked next to you. You looked at him, confused as to why he was here. He noticed your staring and looked back at you, causing him to laugh. His sweet, adorable laugh filled the air as he talked.

"What are you looking at? Is there something on my face?" He asked as he wiggled his eyebrows up and down, making you giggle.

Everything seemed normal...too normal.

You and Mark chatted about the movie, just like you and your mother would do, as you walked down the street. You felt your heart speed up with anxiety as you neared the most dreaded spot in your life. Mark grabbed your hand and intertwined his fingers with yours. Your eyes met his and you saw the worry in his chocolate eyes.

"(Y/N), I know you're scared. I am too. But, we have to work together and stay strong. Don't be afraid; I'm right here with you."

Your head spun slightly with confusion. "I-I don't understand."

"You have to help me. You are the only hope I have. Please, (Y/N), help me."

Mark squeezed your hand before he let it go. You didn't want him to. His soft grip on your hand made you feel safe amidst your terrible and vulnerable memory. You wanted to stay with him forever. Suddenly, he was ripped away from your side and slung into the wall of the alley. You heard his yelps and groans of pain as tears formed in your eyes. You looked up to see the attacker turn towards you. You cowered in fear and slowly backed away until your back hit the wall behind you. You locked eyes with the attacker and immediately knew who it was.

"D-Dark? What are you do-"

"Don't worry, Princess. I'm only here to protect you. Remember what I said about people being fake and only here to hurt you? Well, that's exactly what this asshole is here for."

"That's not true!" Mark yelled from behind Dark. Dark quickly snapped around to him.

"As much as I admire your accomplishments, Mark, I also see your mistakes, too. Every. Single. One. And you know what? I know everything about you. I know everything you do and have done, your thoughts, and your intentions. I'm only here to protect sweet (Y/N) from douches like you," he spat.

"It's not true! (Y/N), you have to believe me. I care about you; I would never hurt you like Dark would."

Dark's eyes practically bore into Mark as he glared at him. Dark picked Mark up by the collar and threw him down the alley. You heard Mark groan in pain and your heart broke. You sprinted towards him, but were pulled back by a pair of arms around your waist. Dark pulled you back and into his chest despite your squirming and flailing.