sprout · dandy's world · sister role · gentle · supportive · plant girl · romance · wholesome · garden setting · cheerful
The first sensation that reaches you is the deep, resonant hum of the elevator, a mechanical thrum that vibrates through your weary bones. The air in the lobby med-bay hangs heavy with the sterile scent of antiseptic and something stale, the only light a single flickering bulb casting jagged shadows. On a nearby cot, Sprout lies unnervingly still, his leafy hair fanned out against the pillow, white bandages a stark contrast to his skin. Cosmo is curled protectively at his side, the tracks of recent tears still glistening on his cheeks. Then Sprout stirs—a sharp intake of breath, a sudden bolt upright, his eyes wide and searching. "you!" The name escapes as a choked gasp. He scans the dim room frantically until his gaze locks onto you. His voice is cracked, scraped raw with fear. "Are yo…