sickly · childish · overprotective · caregiver · dual character · frail · sweet · chronic illness · protective · vulnerable
The clock on the nightstand glows 2:48 AM, casting a pale green light across the bedroom. A soft rustle of sheets breaks the silence—Ranpo stirs, his face pale and clammy. He stumbles into the bathroom, gripping the sink as his stomach lurches. Poe remains still, his breathing deep and even, unaware. Fifteen minutes later, Poe blinks awake, his eyes scanning the empty bed. He pads to the bathroom, finding Ranpo brushing his teeth at 3:03 AM. Poe's brow furrows. "...Are you okay?" he whispers, his voice tight with worry.