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Moonlit Comforts | An Erik X GN! Reader | DQXI

Summary ; In which Erik finds [name] sitting outside the inn at the dead of night, in the pouring rain, trying to stop shaking and calm themselves down after a nightmare. Erik stays with them to calm them down, knowing how hard night terrors can be to go through alone.

Word Count ; 2K!

Warnings ; Nightmares & descriptions of a panic attack. Lyrics used from & based on ‘ Can You Kindly Calm Me Down ‘ by Meghan Trainor. originally posted on my wattpad

It began as a whispering in the air, the once clear skies now being covered in greyish clouds that kept away any moonlight that shone through the night. The sound of rain was a harmonic thrumming, nature’s white noise.

The song of nature’s tapping of the droplets hitting the inn’s window and rolling down to the ground was present, lulling the party members into an even deeper slumber.

Everyone sleeps soundly in their assigned rooms, finally getting some much needed rest through their busy day. Although [name] stirred in their sleep, their eyebrows furrowing as they seemingly frowned.

Shifting and turning, their breathing had picked up the pace rapidly when they had suddenly jerked themself awake.

The rising and falling of their chest was faster than what it should be, their breaths coming out heavy as they frantically looked around the room, trying to confirm this wasn’t another dream.

The familiar sight of the inn’s furniture and decorations had grounded them only slightly, still extremely shaken up from the clear memories.

Their eyes shifted towards the window, they needed air and they didn’t care if it was raining or not. Throwing themselves out of the supposed comfort of the covers, they left their room without trying to alert anyone else down the hall as they made their way to the front of the inn.

Gondolia was always a fairly warm place, simply being able to stay outside without a jacket was nice for the group of travelers.

So cold, alone. Could you be my blanket? Surround my bones, when my heart feels naked.

Settling down on the step of the building, the rain had already found them, splashing onto [name’s] skin as they started sniffling.

Memories haunted their thoughts through the nights, turning them into nightmares was a frequent thing, despite the constant struggle to try and stop them.

The blood pounded in their ears. Their heart thudded in their chest. Their hands shook. Their feet tingled. And their vision became disfigured through the new tears that were forming at the corners of their eyes.

It felt like they were being suffocated, like their own lungs were giving out on them as they tried to suck in air when they could. [name]’s mind grew hazy with worry, barely being able to see the world around them. The only thing stopping them from spacing out being the rain.

No strength, too weak, I could use some saving.

Erik couldn’t seem to fall asleep himself, simply not being tired as his mind thought about the journey they have ahead of them tomorrow morning.

The soft lullaby of the pattering rain gave him the relaxation he needed as he laid in his bed, staring up at the ceiling with thoughts in his head.

The clock ticked as the moments passed by.

Realizing he wasn’t going to be falling asleep anytime soon he decided to get a breath of fresh air before trying again.

Making sure he didn’t wake Eleven up from their shared inn room, he left the inn to go stand out into the pouring rain.

Although what he didn’t expect was to see his partner sitting on the steps, barely being able to keep that small part they had left of themself together.

“[name]?”

The sudden voice came as a surprise to the individual, embarrassment flooding through them as they realized they had been caught in such a vulnerable state.

The jitterish nature of them wasn’t what Erik was used to, which is why it was the confirmation that something was certainly not right.

“Don’t worry, it’s just me.”

His words came out softly, sitting beside [name] as he wrapped his arm around their waist, pulling them into his side gently, not even caring about how wet their clothes had gotten.

And your love's so strong. Like a pill, your love, I take it

The sudden embrace was comforting, knowing it was Erik’s. He always did go soft when it was just the two of them alone, or softer than he would ever show his friends, mainly Veronica’s teasing being the reason.

But when he knew [name] was hurting, physically or mentally, or even breaking down, he became extremely attentive, not caring about who was around or where they were at that time.

[name] was his priority, no matter where or when. Especially in this state.

Being pretty much rendered speechless from the hyperventilation, all they could really do was nod and lean into him as Erik asked a question, “nightmare’s again?”

Knowing how hard they were to deal with was something Erik had under his belt. He couldn’t count how many times he had them about what happened with Mia, so he was no less than experienced with dealing with them.

When my world gets loud, could you make it quiet down? When my head, it pounds, could you turn down all the sound?

“I’m here, alright? Nothing can hurt you anymore.”

His gloved hand found theirs and started rubbing soothing circles against their palm, his voice coming out gentle to try and ground them.

Erik was never good at comforting people, hell he could barely comfort himself when the situation called for it, but for [name] he’d do anything to keep them safe.

With his voice and presence being beside them, their breathing started slowing again, trying to find it's natural rhythm once more as they sniffled and cried into his shoulder.

His other hand found its way to their head, running his hands through their hair like they did to him when the scenario was reversed.

If I lay in pain, by my side would you stay? If I need you now, would you kindly calm me down? Oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh, would you kindly calm me down?

The rain downpoured around them, the skies now boisterous in the late night, thunder crackling in the distance. But they didn’t care, it didn’t matter.

Erik had slowly moved their position to one where they were now sharing an embrace, [name’s] head burying itself into the soft fabric of his green tunic.

“It’s alright. I’m not going to let go.”

The words struck through them to their core, not knowing they needed to hear such words until now.

“The nightmares are just an illusion. I’m really here.”

And with each sentence Erik spoke, [name] couldn’t tell if they were calming down or about to break down even more than they already were.

Perhaps it was alright that they weren’t strong all the time, if anyone taught them that it was Erik. Him opening up to them several times before made the realization hit them that even the toughest people can have enough.

Their boyfriend would always be there for them, hell he already always was.

They always told him that they didn’t deserve him, to which Erik would always just shake his head with that signature smile of his and say that it wasn’t true.

But moments like these only proved their words.

When my heart's not pure, would you kill my disease? And when there's no cure, you are just what I need.

“ It was just a nightmare. I’ve got you now- your dreams can’t hurt you. I’m here for you, okay? And I’m never going to leave ”

Taking a look at them, Erik wiped away the tears that mixed with the falling rain on their cheeks, the cool leather sending a chill down [name’s] spine.

Their heart had stopped thumping so loudly but the lingering claustrophobic feeling still stayed along with the pounding head.

Their head rested against the left side of his chest, ignoring the fabric that was now pretty much completely soaked through as they listened to the steady thumping of Erik’s heartbeat.

When I lose my mind, would you still remind me? When I'm feeling lost would you come and find me?

For the next few moments it's quiet as silence falls over them.

A comfortable silence.

The rain hasn’t stopped even a bit, although [name’s] negative feelings had, not completely, but they knew Erik would see through it that they would be safe.

Safe in his arms.

Away from monsters.

From harm.

From nightmares.

From Mordegon.

Like a pill, your love, I take it

Their eyes slowly started falling half closed, suddenly getting hit with an overwhelming sense of tiredness as they laid in Erik’s arms on the steps.

Noticing this, the thief couldn’t help but give a soft chuckle, his old self seemingly peaking through his concerned demeanor he had at the moment.

“You can go to sleep now. I will keep watch.”

“I… I can’t.” With their voice finally returning to them through the wave of serenity they had gotten, [name’s] eyes had glanced upwards to lock gaze with Erik’s azure ones.

“Hey, listen to me. You’re safe. Nothing is going to hurt you. Just listen to the sound of my voice, alright?”

“Alright…”

“Just close your eyes. I will still be here when you open them again.”

The sound of Erik’s voice coming out as a gentle and soft tone was enough to let themself relax into his arms.

A few clouds had shifted, now allowing the moonlight to gleam on the couple in the most calming way.

When my world gets loud, could you make it quiet down? When my head, it pounds, could you turn down all the sound?

The silence fell over the two of them again as they slowly started to fall asleep, the sound of Erik’s heartbeat and the rain mixing together to create a calming atmosphere.

If I lay in pain, by my side would you stay? If I need you now, would you kindly calm me down?

Looking at the person he fell in love with during their journey, Erik couldn’t help but give a soft smile as he kissed their knuckles with care.

He hated to see them in pain, to see them hurt, and he swore to himself that he’d not only protect Mia and the Luminary, but [name] as well.

And that was a promise that he swore to keep. Nobody would hurt them while he was around, he wouldn’t allow them to and if they did, they’d have to answer him.

No harm would come to them, not when the blue-haired vagabond was there to protect them with his life. No matter the cost.

Oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh, would you kindly calm me down?

And as [name] fell asleep against his chest, he smiled as he picked them up in the most careful way to make sure they didn’t wake again.

Carrying them to his and Eleven’s inn room, deciding it would be better if they weren’t left to sleep alone again.

Oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh, would you kindly calm me down?...

He slipped the two of them under the covers, not caring about his wet clothing, he’d figure that out in the morning.

Erik made sure to hold them close to him, letting out a whispered sentence as he watched over them until he would fall into a slumber as well.

His words were soft as he whispered out one last thing, “I’d come for you. No matter what, when you need me, I will be there.”

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khunwriting · 1 year

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[Company]

Synopsis: Your heart beats for someone who cares for another.

Genre: Angst

Pairing: Hero x Serena; Erik x Reader

“Have you come here freely and without reservation to give yourselves to each other in marriage?”

It was just a side quest to help out Rodrigo Briscoletti with defeating some monsters that casted a curse on him and his family. A little task that gave the party a break from the weight of saving the world while still doing some good. And Eleven was never one to turn down a person in help, and that’s what made him oh so endearing. Always kind and considerate of the people around him.

“Will you honor each other as man and wife for the rest of your lives?”

Once they lifted the curse, of course Rodrigo asked if the party could assist with setting up the wedding. With Eleven being as he is, he happily accepted the additional task. And what other way then to help rehearse the ceremony with Eleven acting as a stand in groom. All he had to do was choose a blushing bride to act as his counterpart. It didn’t matter who it was as it was just a placeholder for the real engaged couple. It wasn’t like Eleven was going to actually get married to whoever he chose.

“I, Eleven, take you, Serena, to be my wife. I promise to be true to you in good times and in bad, in sickness and in health. I will love you and honor you all the days of my life,”

Yet why did it hurt so much watching Eleven stand at the altar with Serena?

You watched with blank eyes, taking in every single detail of the mock ceremony from the furthest wall away from the happy couple. Despite the ceremony not holding any true weight, you couldn’t miss the shy glances or rosy cheeks the pair held as they repeated Rodrigo’s words. To anyone witnessing the rehearsal, it was sweet and romantic—everything you’d want from a wedding.

But to you, it was absolutely sickening. The ugly emotions brewing in your stomach nearly made you want to slip out of the room and run outside of the mansion to get away from the awful scene. If it wasn’t for Sylvando’s worried glances sent your way, you were sure she would’ve booked it when the whole ordeal had started.

It wasn’t fair. It’s not like you chose to fall for the ever sweet and handsome Luminary. He was the one who had shown you genuine kindness from the moment you two met. He was the one who listened to all of your woes and comforted you in your vulnerable moments.

It wasn’t fair, but it wasn’t like it was his fault either. Serena was bubbly and optimistic in the ways that you knew you weren’t. It wasn’t hard to like Serena and it’s easy to see why anyone would fall for her. It was simple; much like how you didn’t choose to fall for the Luminary. It just happened.

“In the name of the Yggdrasil take and wear this ring as a sign of my love and faithfulness,”

Still, it was too hard to watch. Your eyes were quick to slide to the floor once Eleven held the wedding band between his calloused fingers. You could hear the Luminary shuffle closer to the healer and it stung when he spoke with such a soft, adoring tone. Loving words never meant for you.

For a moment, you were distracted as another body had settled right beside you. Their shoulder brushed against your own and the familiar scent of pine filled your nose, and you immediately knew who the newcomer was. Your eyes trailed from your dirty boots to look into a pair of blue eyes already staring back at you.

“I, Serena, take you, Eleven, to be my husband. I promise to be true to you in good times and in bad, in sickness and in health. I will love you and honor you all the days of my life,”

There Erik stood, his head leaning back against the wall as he just stared at you with silent regard. His half-lidded eyes were ever knowing and his lips had long tilted into a lopsided smirk. Erik looked as handsome as ever. Though you didn’t miss the underlying pain seeping into his beautiful blue hues—the same kind of anguish that mirrored her own heartbreak. Because, of course, you weren’t the only one affected by the stupid rehearsal.

After all, misery loves company.

“In the name of the Yggdrasil take and wear this ring as a sign of my love and faithfulness,”

It wasn't fair. It’s not like Erik chose to fall for the ever sweet and pretty mage. It was easy to like her. Simple really. But then the like turned into something more yet completely unobtainable. He couldn’t do that to his best friend, who timidly shared that he was in love with Serena all that time ago. No, Erik couldn’t backstab his partner like that.

So here he stands, wallowing in self-pity with someone who shares his pain. Just knowing that someone else is bitter about the whole ordeal was enough to bring slight comfort to the thief.

But it wasn’t enough to drown out the ceremony completely. No, he still was aware of the giant smile on their faces once Serena slipped the wedding band onto Eleven's finger. So, instead, he kept his gaze set on you.

Beautiful and somber where you stood. Always realistic in the way you thought about everything, making you both a valuable companion yet hard to approach at times due to your standoff nature. Though, that’s what Erik enjoyed about your company. You were never one to linger on hopes and dreams as the weight of the world had a more prominent focus than your own desires. You were selfless and kind in that aspect.

And Erik couldn’t help but wonder if he’d been better off falling for you instead of Serena. Maybe if you two met sooner, would things have been different? However, that’s just wistful thinking. Erik is no Eleven and you were no Serena. One can’t just force a role onto someone who was never meant to fit it.

But couldn’t they try?

Erik wondered as his eyes drifted to his companion’s lips. The movement didn’t escape your eyes, but you also made no attempt to move away. Youjust tilted your head towards him as the thief leaned in closer.

“I now pronounce you husband and wife. You may now kiss the bride,”

Slowly, your eyes fluttered close, pressing your lips fervently against each other for some desperate comfort. And in that moment, you wished it was Eleven you were kissing. And, in the same manner, Erik wished it was Serena instead.

Oh, how misery loves company.

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