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After joining the life of crime I’ve almost forgotten what a warm bed on a cool night feels like…
Nights of when I was younger, curled up in the blankets as my mother tells me tales from long ago of my great-great-grandfather. Oh, how fun his life sounded, he reminded me of Robin Hood. Stealing from the rich heroes of the world and giving to the poor, sounds like one of those fairy tales. She’d kiss me goodnight and leave with the lights off, as my glow-in-the-dark stars filled the ceiling.
Oh, how I miss being young.
I sigh as I walk down a wooden hall, my boots clicking with each step. It was late, I thought I was the only one still up in the league but to my surprise I see Dabi walk out of the bathroom. Loose pants and a baggy shirt, are what they were wearing. They looked rather stunning as I walked up to them, a wide smile on my face.
“Ah well if it isn’t my dearest Dabi, I thought you were fast asleep already. Are you up with the flu?”
I asked.
“I’m fine, I just had to piss dude.”
“Oh well, I’m glad it was nothing serious, would you like me to accompany you back to your room?”
I noticed that the younger villains in front of me were now looking away, a pink blush on the visible parts of their cheeks. I loved them so much, I wish I could tell them that, but… They don’t seem to be fond of the phrase ‘I love you’ so I never said it to them. The best option felt like I should just wait till they say it first, so I truly know they’re comfortable.
“Yeah, whatever.”
I smiled at Dabi’s response, as I took their hand and kissed the bruised knuckles.
“Let’s get you to bed…”
Oh how I wished they’d ask me to stay the night with them, I longed for Dabi’s embrace at night. I know it was childish and foolish, but I never stopped hoping. And maybe just maybe they could make the old mattresses with no blankets feel nice. Though now that I think about it, I’ve never seen their room. Maybe their bed is better. Dabi hid a lot of things, so I was surprised we were walking to their room together. Their hand was so warm, I never wanted to let go of it. My heart was going crazy. I almost couldn’t take it. Our steps were slow but soon enough we were there, the end of the rundown hall facing the door on the right.
“Thanks for walking me, I guess…”
Dabi seemed like they were somewhere else when they said that, our hands still clasped together. It almost seemed as though they were debating to say something more. Oh, how I wish I knew what they were thinking.
“You’re welcome Dabi, but I best be getting to bed myself… A man like me needs his beauty-“
“Can you sleep in my room tonight?”
I looked at Dabi for a moment almost in shock but… I felt so much joy. Nodding my head as I was pulled in by the other and a small gasp escaped my lips.
Their room was rather small, with one large window that had no screen nor any glass. Making it a rather chilly atmosphere.
“It’s rather cold don't you think? I can even see my breath.”
I said a small chuckle escaped my lips.
I looked around and noticed their bed was a traditional bed with an old patched-up blanket on top. I smile at them as our hands finally let go, watching them turn to me as they unbuttoned the rather large jacket I had on.
“If your gonna sleep on my bed, I don’t want you wearing this stupid thing.”
I chuckle listening to them, I watched their fingers undo every little button till they were finally done, pulling my jacket off my shoulders. Revealing my long-sleeved night dress.
“Oh god, what is that? It looks straight out of 1600s England. It looks stupid, put something else on. I hate looking at that thing.”
I felt my face start to burn as I watched Dabi grab onto the night dress, trying to pull at my night dress. I felt a small gasp escape me as I quickly grabbed onto Dabi’s hands.
“DABI! I say what are you doing? Where have your manners gone?”
I said, stepping back from the younger villain.
Dabi rolled their eyes and crossed their arms muttering a small apology. A shake it off letting them know everything is fine, and that I had overreacted anyway. I watch them get in their bed, and as I pulled my boots off, I watch Dabi hold up the blank for me. I couldn’t help but smile.
“Ah, well aren't you sweet?”
I teased, as I climbed in. Though I didn’t lay down just yet, I was focused on taking my robotic prosthetic off and setting it to the side. I sometimes find myself missing my old arm, it’s just not the same. But it’s not all bad…
Dabi slowly sat up and rubbed his thumb on the area before they leaned in and kissed it gently. They always did that if I took it off in front of them, and it always managed to cheer me up. The kiss was always warm and comforting.
“Thank you, dear…”
I whispered as we laid back down together facing one another. My heart pounded in my chest as I felt myself being pulled in closer, why was I so nervous? Was it because I’d never slept in the same bed as another, or was it maybe the soft touch of Dabi’s hand? Their hand squeezed my shoulders out, chests touching, and slowly they wrapped their arms around me nuzzling my neck. Causing me to hug them back, and tightly.
“Easy now…”
I heard Dabi say, their voice with a hint of annoyance. Quickly apologizing I loosen my grip up. Though I made sure I could feel the warmth from my lover, it reminded me of my warm bed from when I was little.
“Dabi… Do you mind informing me why you finally invited me to sleep in your room?”
The look I received from the others felt like they were upset, or perhaps lost in thought.
“It’s just… I’m not used to sharing a bed, but I just began to think about- Agh it’s stupid.”
“No, no it’s not. Trust me Dabi, noting you say is stupid. I love to hear your thoughts, you know that.”
“Fine, it’s that. I sometimes forget that we’re villains and every day is a chance to be our last together. It made me worry, I don’t want you to leave me… I don’t want to be alone, Mister, I don’t.”
I feel my lips fall to a frown, as I reach my hand and placed it on Dabi’s cheek my thumb rubbed up against the small healthy skin that was between his eye and chin scars.
“It’s okay Dabi, no need to worry. I’ll keep you safe.”
My voice was quiet. I didn’t want the others to be scared or worried about anything. Suddenly I felt their arms wrap around me tightly, their faces nuzzling into my neck. Chuckling, I gently rub Dabi’s back so they’re comfortable.
It was nice… It was nice to finally have a warm bed again, and it was even better than I was sharing it with them.
“Good night Dabi, sweet dreams,”
I whispered kissing the top of their head, before drifting off to sleep.