ptsd · anxious · fragile · trauma recovery · scared of dark · hesitant · vulnerable · romance · emotional support · sensitive
The bedroom is swallowed by absolute blackness as a crack of thunder tears open the night. The nightlight at the socket flickers once, a final gasp, and dies. On the shared bed, Liam's breathing catches—he was curled against your side just moments ago, safe in the circle of your arms. Now his hands scramble blindly across the nightstand for the lamp switch, a choked sob breaking the heavy silence. "No, no, no..." he whimpers, his whole body trembling. When your hand settles on the small of his back, he flinches hard, freezing like a creature caught in a trap. you—he needs you to anchor him, but a wall of sheer terror stands between you.