RUN BOY RUN- reader x Five Hargreeves

Part Eight

Y/n stirred awake, blinking against the soft morning light filtering through the curtains. As her eyes adjusted, she realized Five was sitting next to her, a chuckle escaping his lips. "What?" she mumbled, still groggy. "You have a really cute bed head," he teased, a playful grin spreading across his face. "Anyway, Vanya came over. She was worried about us." Y/n nodded, stretching her limbs, feeling the warmth of his presence beside her. Five shifted closer, sitting on the edge of the bed, and she instinctively crawled over to him, resting her head on his shoulder. He wrapped his arms around her, pulling her onto his lap, and she smiled, leaning into his chest as he gently stroked her hair. The comfort of the moment wrapped around them like a warm blanket, a brief respite from the chaos of their lives. But then, a loud laugh erupted from the corner of the room, breaking the serene atmosphere. Klaus tumbled out of the cupboard, a jumble of toys spilling onto the floor alongside him. "What is going on here?" Y/n asked, a mix of surprise and amusement crossing her face as she looked between the two boys. Five's gaze dropped to his shoes, a hint of embarrassment coloring his cheeks. "You were going to go back, weren't you?" Y/n prodded, her voice serious as she caught a glimpse of Five's unease. 

He nodded slowly, the truth hanging heavy in the air. "I was going to tell you, but then you fell asleep," he mumbled, his tone almost sheepish. "Oh come on, Five, that is so low even for you!" Y/n exclaimed, rising to her feet and ignoring the pain that shot through her leg. "I hope you know I'm coming with you, whether you like it or not!" Without waiting for a response, she strode toward the door, determination etched on her features. Five sighed, the weight of her defiance evident in the way he ran a hand through his hair. "No, not with your leg," he said protectively, following her as she pushed the door open. "I'm coming, and there's nothing you can say to make me change my mind," she insisted, her voice firm as they headed down the hallway, Klaus trailing behind them. As they descended the stairs, Klaus suddenly halted in front of them, a mischievous glint in his eyes. "OK, but just so we're clear on the fine details, I just got to go into this place and pretend to be your dear old dad, correct?" he asked, a smirk playing on his lips. Five nodded, annoyance flickering across his face. "Yes. Just play along." "What's our cover story?" Klaus prodded, looking expectantly at Y/n, who met his gaze with a nod of agreement. "What are you talking about?" Five asked, confusion etched on his face. "Every disguise has a cover story," Y/n explained, her eyes shining with determination. Klaus rubbed his chin thoughtfully. 

"OK, so, I was really young when I had you," he began dramatically. "Like, 16." Y/n nodded, a grin spreading across her face at the absurdity of it all. Five remained silent, his expression a mix of disbelief and annoyance. "And what about his mother?" Y/n asked, turning her questioning gaze toward Five, who looked increasingly uncomfortable. "Don't mention that slut to me. Whoever she was, we met at the—" Klaus began, but Y/n cut him off. "The disco!" they both shouted in unison, laughter bubbling up between them at the ridiculousness of the scenario they were concocting. Klaus continued, his voice filled with exaggerated enthusiasm. "And, oh my god, the sex was amazing!" he breathed, his eyes wide as if he were reliving the moment. Y/n burst into laughter, but Five rolled his eyes, his irritation evident as he held Y/n close to help her walk. "What a disturbing glimpse into that thing you call a brain," he remarked dryly as they made their way down the stairs. "Don't make me put you in timeout," Klaus quipped, his tone playful as he followed closely behind them. Y/n couldn't help but laugh at the banter, the absurdity of the situation lightening the heavy atmosphere. As they reached the bottom of the stairs, Y/n felt a surge of determination. She glanced up at Five, his brow furrowed in thought, and she squeezed his hand gently. "We can do this together," she said, her voice steady and filled with conviction. Five looked down at her, his expression softening.

 "I know," he replied, the tension in his shoulders easing slightly. "But I just want to make sure you're safe." "And I appreciate that," Y/n replied, her gaze unwavering. "But I can't let you go into something dangerous without me. We're in this together, remember?" Five let out a resigned sigh, knowing she wouldn't back down easily. "Fine, but you have to promise to be careful," he said finally, a hint of a smile creeping onto his lips. "Always," she assured him, her heart swelling with warmth. Klaus watched the exchange, a smirk on his face. "Well, aren't you two just a couple of lovebirds? Let's get this show on the road before I get too sentimental!" With that, the trio set off, their minds racing with plans and possibilities. The bond they shared made the uncertainty ahead feel a little less daunting. As they stepped out into the world, their hearts were filled with a mix of hope and determination, ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead.