Mr. Love: Queen's Choice One Shots

Lucien: Cuddles

⚠️ WARNING: Minor talk of abuse and attempted murder.
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"Gah!"
    You awoke with a start. You sat up quickly, looking around the dark room. You noticed the dark clothing hanging over the desk chair, the dim lights of the computer screen, papers and files thrown across the surface. Rubbing your eyes, you looked at the clock. Three thirteen in the morning. You sighed and flung the covers off of your body. You planted your feet securely on the wood floor and walked out to the kitchen, flicking on the light. You grabbed a cup and poured milk into the mug, then put it in the microwave, nuking it so it would be lukewarm. You held it in your hands as you stared out the window, the lights of the city comforting you.
    "How long has it been since then?" you thought aloud, sighing and feeling your forehead. The though of his fist pelting you in the side was enough for your to touch your body gingerly. It felt strange; the bruises had healed, but the memory was still an open wound.
    There was a sudden knock on your door. You looked back at the clock. Three twenty-two. You set the cup of milk down and went over to the door. Peeking out of the peephole, you noticed a dark figure at the door. Your heart began to race. Had he found you? You blinked, shook your head, and peered again. "Lucien?!"
    You opened the door and saw Lucien standing there. He was wearing a white T-shirt with black pants. He had on simple tennis shoes. A watch was on his wrist. He ran a large hand through his raven hair and stared at you with intense violet eyes. You backed up slightly, allowing him to enter your apartment. Good thing you were wearing what you had worn the previous day, otherwise you wouldn't have opened the door.
    "I heard you cry out," Lucien said. "What happened? Are you okay?"
   You debated telling him the truth. "I'm okay, I'm sorry to wake you. I just had a bad dream."
    Lucien, not being one to press, nodded. "I'm glad you're not in danger. Have a good night."
    You reached out and grabbed his arm. Startled, Lucien turned to you. You quickly released your grip and scratched your neck. "I'm so sorry, I didn't mean to—"
    Lucien smiled. "Do you want me to stay with you?"
    You blushed red. "I can't ask for something so selfish. You need sleep, too..."
    Lucien patted your head and walked into your apartment. He took your hand and pulled you along, closing the door with his heel. Before you could protest, he pulled you down on the couch with him. You were practically sitting in his lap.
    "H-Hey! What do you think you're doing, Lucien?"
    "Being bold," he replied, refusing to loosen his grip. "Stop thrashing and just relax."
    You quickly tired. You relaxed in Lucien's lap, practically curled up like a baby. He held you in his arms, looking at you with adoration. He gently touched your face, brushing away loose strands of hair. You could fall asleep, and it seemed that it was what Lucien was coaxing you to do.
    "Lucien, there's something you should know..." you yawned, making Lucien look down at you. You gently reached up and touched his cheek, making him blush. "It's about my past."
    Lucien gently touched your hand on his face. "I'm listening."
    "I was abused by someone I loved," you confessed. "He would hit me regularly. I thought it was love and that it was meant to be, so I overlooked it. It happened almost three years ago, shortly before I met you..." You yawned. "He tried to kill me. I was so scared..."
    Lucien looked at you with sadness in his eyes. "Hey, you don't need to worry about him anymore. I'm here now. I'll protect you."
    You smiled, almost asleep. "Thank you...Lucien. I know you...would never hurt me..."
    You fell asleep, snuggling into his chest. Lucien gently stroked your hair, smiling. He leaned down and gently gave you a kiss on your forehead, gentle enough not to startle you awake. He rested his neck on the back of the couch, closing his eyes.
    "If only you knew," he whispered, yawning himself. "If only...."
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Thank you for reading this one shot!! Lucien is my favorite guy, and knowing what he does to the main character, it just breaks my heart! Who knew I could be so attached to pixels?!
Anyway, I had the honor of being thanked by Bill Rogers (the English voice of Lucien) after complimenting him on his voice work for Lucien! He's such a nice guy!!

I'll see you all in the next one shot!!