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Fall of 1995~
(Yes i know this isnt entirely accurate shh. Also sorry it is so short. Im half asleep.)
You are Rivers’ roommate, in a small house in Cambridge. It is currently autumn, and the weather has been affecting your mood lately.
“Fuck..” You woke up, feeling groggy. Rivers had probably already left for classes. But you didnt think about that right now, getting up and going into the kitchen.
You put a glass of milk in the microwave, heating it up for 45 seconds. This is a habit you’ve had since childhood, simply because you dont like cold milk in the morning.
As you took a sip, you began to feel a little emotional, and like a small child again. You remember being so little, that you had to push a stool to get to the microwave, and would crawl up onto the counters for a glass from the cupboards.
You walked back to your room, taking small sips of the milk and feeling small again. As you opened your drawer, you pulled out your pacifier.
You felt yourself regressing again.. putting it in your mouth. You’ve been doing this for a while now, as a comfort thing. But you kept it a secret expect from those you trust.
Not even Rivers knew. But its okay, because he was in classes right now, right?
Until you heard a shuffle, and your slightly ajar door, being fully opened by Rivers. “Hey, good morning. I dont have classes today-“
Rivers froze, and you froze. Oh god. He found out, and you look so.. weird like this. After a few moments of awkward silence.. “Its okay.” Rivers muttered.
You stayed silent, watching him step in. He sits on the edge of the bed, looking at you patiently. “Do you need anything?” He adds on.
You stayed silent for a while. “Uhm.. cuddles..” You spoke in a child-like, soft voice. Your voice slightly muffled by the paci in your mouth.
Rivers sighs, hesitant. But he lies down next to you, holding you close. “Its gonna be okay, baby.” He gently strokes your hair.
You yawned, savoring his warmth. You didnt expect him to give in easily. But he did. He smiles as you close your eyes and nestle closely to him. Eventually falling asleep.
