Previously

'Hey, guess what?' She softens her voice but not her expression. She lets out a taunting chuckle before spitting out, 'You're powerless.'

She drops my chin and I fall face first. I try and deny it. Deny that I'm really that weak against something living in the depths of my mind. But, deep down, I know how vulnerable and unstable I really am. I just hide it well enough that others don't see it. Until I snap. I know my limits. And my breaking point is near.

Now

I spend possibly the few hours just laying on the floor and sobbing my eyes out.

Mr. Ink and Mr. Error tried to get me out of my room for dinner but I declined. They gave up after numerous attempts but left a plate on the dinner table for me. Still, I stayed inside.

I hate feeling like this. Feeling so fragile that I could snap like a twig at any moment. But, knowing that wallowing in self-pity is a terrible option, I reluctantly force myself to get up from the ground.

Again, my vision is a bit dazed and a bit fogged up from crying. I drag myself over to the desk lamp and switch it off. Now the room is almost pitch black if not for the moon glowing outside

I flop down on the bed and stay motionless for a few minutes before rising my head to look at the small electric clock on my nightstand. To my surprise, it's only a few minutes past midnight, which is later than my normal ten or eleven o'clock bedtime. But, for the past few days, my brain hasn't been able to shut off. So I end up staying up for most of the night.

Speaking of my brain not being able to shut down, the exact thing is happening right now. My eyelids feel heavy from the earlier crying and my body is physically tired, but my brain is still running like the city that never sleeps.

I turn my head slightly to the right to glance over at Inver—. Oh. Nevermind. She disappeared. Seems like she's ready to shut off for the night. Or maybe she's returned back to my head to wait for me to fall asleep.

I inhale deeply and try to slowly exhale to steady my breath, which is still a bit shaky. I find myself staring out the window and at the brightly illuminated moon, high in the sky. And so many tiny stars, all twinkling together.

I shut my eyes to try and block out the light and get some sleep. However, the immediate thought that comes to my head when I close my eyes is seeing Ms. Avery on the hospital bed, unconscious and at rest. My eyes shoot open and I try to shake the unpleasant memory out of my head, ultimately unsuccessful.

I sit up again and hang my head, groaning in frustration.

'Why can't I just sleep like a normal person?'

I recall PJ's words, "I am always open to talk and help you even in the middle of the night. Just wake me up and I'll talk with you till sunrise if you need that much time."

I'd love to take up his offer, but I'd feel guilty if I were to wake him up. I wouldn't want to bother him if he was already asleep. I debate a bit in my head and give into asking PJ for help. But, I wouldn't allow myself not to feel guilty for doing so.

I grab my pillow and grasp it tightly over my chest before sliding off the bed sluggishly. I cautiously walk down the hallway, which otherwise, would be dark if not for the light emitting from under PJ's door. His door, to no one's surprise, is closed.

I bring my hand up to the door to knock but hesitate for a second.

'Maybe I shouldn't...'

I let out a quiet but annoyed sigh at myself for not being able to step up.

'What are you? An idiot?'

I take a deep breath and decide to suck it up. I gently knock on the door

A confused "hm?" comes from the other side of the door and a shuffling sound approaches.

"(Y/N)?"

I look up at my boyfriend sheepishly before darting my eyes away again in embarrassment. He puts a hand on my back and ushers me in, closing the door behind him. He sits down on the edge of the bed and pats the area next to him. I follow suit but continue not to meet his gaze.

"What are you doing still awake?" He puts an arm around me and murmurs into my ear.

"...Can't s-sleep..." I mumble into the pillow. It was quiet but just loud enough for him to hear me.

"I'm sorry," he gives me a sympathetic look and gets up to switch the lights off.

I crawl on the bed and lay my pillow down next to PJ's. I let my head hit the pillow, facing the wall, and him joining me.

The bed wouldn't be considered small, but, for two people, it probably would. But the bed wasn't designed to fit more than one person, so I'm not allowed to complain.

"Alright then, come here."

He scooches a little bit closer to me and puts an arm around my waist, pulling me towards him. We end up in a position where his arm is around me and my back is to his chest.

"Is this better?"

I slowly nod my head.

"Good. You think you can fall asleep soon?"

I make a sound, signaling maybe or I don't know.

"Well, then, I'll stay awake until you do."

"Hm..." I hum in acceptance.

"You know I care about you a lot, right? You're really important to me. I would do anything to keep you.

And there are so many other monsters who care too. Like my friends, and Dads. And Frisk on your side too. Don't ever underestimate how much you mean to us.

I don't want you to forget that we're here no matter what happens during the day or the middle of the night.

I know that you are strong and independent, but it doesn't hurt to talk about how you feel once in a while. We want to care for you the same way you want to care for us. And for that, I love you."

He stops talking for a moment, which just leaves me and my uneven breath being the only sounds in the room.

"Breath slowly and steady your breath. 4, 7, 8, remember?"

He begins to guide me through the breathing technique, with me trying to mirror his actions. In a few moments, my heart already isn't as fast as it was before. My entire body is calm or as calm as it can possibly be.

"I know that right now, you're having a tough time dealing with...

You know. But, I assure you, everything will be okay. As long as you're with me, I'll do everything in my power to make you feel safe and secure. It's just me and you right now.

No matter what you face, I know that you'll get back up. You just need a little bit of time to collect yourself. Even so, I'll be here for you. Because I love you."

Another small pause.

I realize that the whole time, I'm still facing the wall, with my back to him. I quickly flip over and face him. The expression on his face is so sweet and caring.

'And this is why I love you.'

"You are important. And you are amazing in every single way. You deserve the best for how much you've fought to get where you are.

I know that you will always have your doubts about yourself. But I will always be here to lighten that weight on your shoulders. No matter how insignificant you may think it is, I'm here for you. Always. You're safe. And it's all because I love you for you."

A small smile makes its way to my face. It has been a day or two since I've felt the slightest bit of euphoria. And that's a pretty long time for me, considering the people I have around me.

"You changed me to be a better monster. Meeting someone like you was a miracle. I wouldn't have wanted it any other way.

I wouldn't want to love another girl. Because I only want to love you."

I speak up quietly, "P-Promise?"

"With all my soul. I promise."

I tilt my head slightly down as he pulls me closer into his chest. I can hear the rhythmic beat of his soul. It's soothing and steady, making it a sort of meditative and melodic.

He continues to murmur more words of encouragement, but they get drowned out by his soul beat. I don't know when I've really drifted off, but the last thing I hear is,

"Sweet dreams, Angel Eyes. Love you."

~A/N~
Sorry that the chapter's so short ^^'
There's heavier stuff coming up, so I thought a moment of fluff would be appreciated
You have been warned

Word count: 1549 words (including A/N)

*nopes out*