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Reminders [Part 3] (Zed x Reader)

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Struggling against something you couldn't even see, you fell off the couch in Zed's room. Technically it was also your room, but Zed had been here longer and you were still looking for a half-decent apartment to move into. The loud thud of your body against the ground had alerted your fishy boyfriend however, leading him to practically leap out of his tank and rush over.

You looked up at his wavy face through his inverted fishbowl technique, accepting the slick, soaked hand as you rose.

"Well, now we have to dry the floor again." You sighed, "I'll be right ba--"

Zed blocked your path, with a soft threat of getting you wet, "Please stop trying this [Name], you and I both know you had a nightmare, and acting like it was anything else is getting old."

"But-!"

You nearly jumped out of your skin as he wrapped his arms around you. The chill of his body mixed with the water still pooling at his feet made for a very uncomfortable hug. Even if you knew this was just his attempts to make you listen to reason.

"I'll clean the floor myself while you change." He whispered in your ear, "But first I need you to tell me what that was all about. You sounded truly frightened and looked like you had been fighting for your life. Please, I just want to know you'll be okay."

A few shaky breaths and a change of clothes later, you and Zed sat on the small couch. His hand slowly rubbing your back as you recounted the dark swirl of memories. You'd long since become used to discerning memory from plain bad dreams, able to distinguish what was an internal struggle versus a physical conflict.

And whoever you'd been before was someone you weren't keen on remembering.

"It won't take long for this work, as long as I keep finding *zzzzt* to drain of blood."

You still didn't know what to make of this, the loud tool in your hands at the time perfectly interrupted your spoken thought pattern. Why you even needed a power-drill at the time was lost on you...

"I can't keep up with this on my own... I need an assistant."

Given the blurred images of highly questionable experiments on immortality, you worried for this possible other person's safety. As you were now, immortality seemed like the worst fate imaginable.

"You're defective... I can't believe you were really my creation..."

This haunted you. It sounded like your voice, but it didn't come from your body. It scared you, made you question if you had a choice in the immortality debate.

It had you questioning your sanity.

Even with reassurance from Zed that this wasn't the case. No matter how many tests or exams. You were starting to think that you weren't you.

.

The next morning, Zed recounted what you told him. All you had to do was trace what Leo could see in your mind. That wasn't too difficult.

But you hated the end result.

You needed space, air, anything to get your mind off the evidence that you were most likely a defective clone of this... [Name]. It made you want to cry, to scream, to tear something down if only for the catharsis of destroying something.

This wasn't fair at all...

Leaning against the back wall behind the office, you stared aimlessly at the sky. Deep breaths in and out, pushing the sparse mist around while dark thoughts swilled in your mind. You were just barely able to piece together the kind of person you were before you lost your mind. And you didn't like that person one bit.

Closing your eyes in a desperate attempt to escape the situation in some way. Zed approached slowly, watching you to make sure he wasn't about to startle you into an injury.

"[Name]?" He reached out for your shoulder, "Are you okay?"

Shaking your head, you couldn't fully explain what was really bothering you. The person you were supposed to be wasn't who you wanted to be...

But did you really have a choice?

"[Name]? Are you okay?" Zed shook you gently, "You look pale, as if you're going to hyperventilate."

Shaking your head, "I don't know, I just don't know. This... this is. I... I'm..."

"You aren't that person, you just share the same name." Zed insisted, "I know you aren't that person. You're gentle, sweet, and kind... not... not that monster who made you. Who injected these memories into your head. You're not them."

"But how-!"

"You're not them."

Falling back against the back wall, you stopped trying. You wanted to believe Zed, to think of yourself as a good person; but you weren't so sure.

"Maybe some lunch will help you?" Zed offered, "You haven't eaten anything at all."

Nodding slowly, you allowed Zed to guide you off. Trusting his judgment and just wanting to put this behind you.

But that wasn't how fate chose to act.

As you sat outside a nice café with Zed, you were approached by several vaguely familiar people. But you couldn't quite place where you'd seen them before... they had barely made it to your table side when they were barraging you with questions.

Even Zed had trouble keeping up with everything they were asking. Wanting to know about projects and grand ventures that you could only scarcely recall from your memories. They seemed to be proud of the person who made you. The person you were supposed to be...

It made you sick to your stomach, even as Zed called for backup. How could these people be excited and happy that you were just a clone...

It didn't make any sense...

Whumptober 2023

Day 28: "Don't make a promise you can't keep" [x Raju]

He was late, again. You were stuck sitting at home, waiting up far too late for someone who clearly wasn't as interested in this relationship as you were. Instead of putting yourself out, you headed to bed. No note to explain, just a plate of food in the microwave because you knew Raju was on his way.

Landing lightly in the living room, Raju wondered why you weren't up. It wasn't that late, surely it wasn't. But as he floated through the house, the only trace that you had been up, or even home was a plate of food. The last place he would check was the bedroom, but given how otherwise quiet the house was... Raju was a little afraid of what he might discover in there.

Trying to shake this feeling of dread, Raju opened the bedroom door. He eased up once he noticed you were the only figure in the bed. But he was puzzled as to why you went to bed.

And why were there tissues on his side of the bed?

Lacking any tack or self-awareness, Raju gently prodded you awake. Only just being able to make out the tearstains down your face as you rose, turning to look at him with one of the most bitter looks across your face.

"[Name], what's going on here? Why did you go to bed so early? I thought--"

"You're just late. Not everyone can stay up till midnight and go to work on three or four hours of sleep Raju."

You sounded far more bitter than you looked. It left Raju feeling like he was dealing with a wild animal, not his lover.

"I'm sorry, I didn't realize." He settled onto the bed, "I'll try to--"

"Don't make a promise you can't keep." You huffed, laying back down, facing away from him, "Cause I don't want to hear it."

Raju wanted to argue, he wanted to force you to accept what he said. But even he knew you were right. He'd said things like this before... lied like this before. But he still meant to try and be a better partner to you.

Actions always would speak louder than words though...

Whumptober 2023

Day 24: "You're better than that." "Am I?" [x Dog]

Standing up from a large pile of rubble, Dog couldn't help but feel as if he wasn't helping much anymore. Yes he was still a powerhouse that could handle most situations but...

Here he was destroying buildings that people were living in...

Maybe he should try training so he doesn't...

"Dog, sweetie, you okay?" You reached out to the massive red arm, "Did you get hurt?"

Deldro snickered, he found your concern adorable, "Oh something's hurt alright [Name], but you wouldn't find out."

"Hold on!" Dog sounded like he was panicking, "I'm fine Cocoa Bear! Just a little stunned from the fall."

It was just enough to get you to relax, despite Deldor's teasing. You knew that Deldro was trying to rile you up, to get some kind of enjoyment out of outwardly tormenting Dog. And you could tell there was something Dog was holding back... you just couldn't tell what it was.

It couldn't be physical, there would be a bruise. It could be a mental problem, after all dealing with an ex like Aligula would do that. It could also be emotional, having to balance the fact that he was moving on with someone who would never let go. But you'd never know unless Dog spoke up.

"Sweetie, you know you can talk to me about whatever might be bothering you." You looked up at the 'clean' version of Dog, Deldro having retreated back into his veins, "But I'll never know without you saying something."

He wilted a teeny bit, knowing you were right but not knowing how or where to start explaining himself. There was at least a decent car ride back to the prison that he could try to start... and Warden Alice knew you well enough to allow you to stay with Dog for a little while after he was secured.

"Is something bothering you Dog?" Klaus would never miss a beat when someone isn't okay, "You've been wringing your hands quite roughly."

Dog whimpered, that definitely caught your attention, "I just... I'm a little worried about the buildings that get destroyed..."

"That isn't your fault." Klaus attempted to assure him, "We all do our best to not injure innocents, to only have collateral damage in our wake. We can only do so much unfortunately, and a few buildings are much better losses than other's lives."

You wondered when Klaus was just going to become a motivational speaker... But Dog didn't seem to be so convinced.

"Sweetie, you can't help when you get thrown around. You were thrown around." You rested a hand on his forearm, "You're better than the thing you're trying to portray yourself."

"Am I?" He turned more toward you as he wanted your comfort, "It feels like I can't do enough to not get thrown around. It doesn't hurt me all that much, but there are things that bug me."

"I can say that yeah, you are better than you think in this situation." You had to speak faster than Klaus could interject, "You were doing everything you could at the time. And the building was evacuated beforehand. Whether the building's owner wants to rebuild or not is up to them."

Dog looked at you like a lost puppy. He wanted to believe everything from you, knowing you were right about this. But he couldn't help the feeling that these were empty words.

And he hated thinking that way.

But you were stubborn about it, even as he was being resecured into his cell. Deldro in the back of his mind was agreeing with you, though that barely helped the situation. Though, Dog could see what you and Klaus were saying. No people were hurt by him being thrown into the building... except him a little. He could at least sleep a little sounder because of that.

Flufftober 2023

Day 31: Late Night Phone Call [x Zapp]

As much as Zapp didn't want to admit it, he missed you. It wasn't fair that you had business trips without him being able to tag along. It wasn't like he couldn't find someone else to occupy his time, but he didn't want someone else.

He wanted you.

But he knew that as long as he pouted, nothing would ever come of this. Zapp had to do something if he really wanted to be with you... or at least hear your voice. Maybe a video chat, he really wanted to see you after all.

But it was probably really late for you, or you were still in some kind of meeting. Despite wanting to call you, Zapp didn't want to risk you losing your job. He knew how much it meant to you, and as much of a jerk as he usually is...

Zapp couldn't deny how much he cared about you. Actually wanting someone else's happiness was so weird for him.

Hey sexy when's a good time to call I miss you

Shooting a text couldn't hut, right? That's what it's for after all.

Why don't you use punctuation?

I dunno answer the question tho

I'm almost to the hotel. Another ten minutes and I'll be able to talk without anyone else eavesdropping k?

Hell yeah why don't you just call me then sexy I'll be waiting

You sighed and rolled your eyes. Even though you were used to Zapp's lack of punctuation and general neediness, it could get on your nerves from time to time. This was one of those times where it only half got on your nerves. If only because you had to decipher what he was trying to say after a brain-frying meeting.

But this was something you could look forward to.

Throwing caution to the wind, you dialed Zapp's number as soon as you entered the room. Knowing that you'd have to change and cook and that you needed a shower while you were on the phone. And knowing that Zapp likely wouldn't want you to hang up just to shower; he was a stubborn man, things would likely get very heated by that point.

"Hey sexy." You weren't kept waiting, "Sup? How's the sh^t going over there?"

Chuckling through your nose, "Everything's fine for now. Just got one last meeting tomorrow and I'll be headed back to Hellsalem's Lot by the weekend."

"F^%k yeah, that's what I like to hear." Zapp couldn't help himself, laying in bed while talking, "How many people have been eyeing you over hotness? Do I need to show up and tell them you're mine?"

"No Zapp. No random cross-country trips for you." You shook your head, "I haven't been keeping up with if people look at me and no one's said anything even remotely suggestive to me so there's no need for you to get involved."

"If you say so sexy. But you best believe Imma be all over you the second you get back."

"Oh really?" You decided to prolong the inevitable by cooking first, "You honestly think that'll work?"

"Oh I know it'll work." Zapp sat up, his competitive nature activated, "Cause I ain't letting up until you're begging for more."

"You always say that though. What'll make this time any different?"

"This time Imma have a secret weapon. And I won't hesitate to use it."

"Is that so? We'll have to see if it works in your favor then hon." You teased, "Cause I dunno if you got the guts to pull it off."

You had to hold your phone out, giggling as Zapp ranted. He was more than determined enough to try and persuade you. Even now, he was making arguments for why you should come back home and let him show you what he'll do.

And you were so glad you waited until you were alone for this conversation...

Whumptober 2023

Day 31: "I know you used me" [x Steven]

Lying in bed, staring at the ceiling, listening to the soft snoring coming from your lover... you couldn't help but wonder if you really belonged here. Nothing about the situation seemed fair... not to you.

Not when Steven was...

But try as you might, you couldn't shake the feeling that you were just... here until Steven didn't need you anymore. Bump buddies was all well and good, until you started catching serious feelings. But you knew Steven wouldn't want to go beyond that...

Beyond just snuggle and...

It tore at you. Steven would never show you off. Public dates were too intimate for you two. It would mess with the arrangement. And Steven was far too handsome to ever be seen with someone like you hanging off his arm.

Instead, you got up. Opting to shower at your own home, you gathered your clothes. It didn't matter how late it was, you'd be able to catch a cab or just walk home. Fully dressed, with a note left on Steven's nightstand, you walked out. Careful to lock the apartment behind you.

What Steven would wake to was likely going to hurt... but not nearly as much as you'd been hurting yourself.

I got dressed and left at 2 in the morning.

It bothered you that you couldn't...

I'm sorry, but I can't keep going with what we discussed. Not when I feel differently about it.

You didn't fit into his life. He deserved better.

I know you've been using me, and for awhile I was okay with it. But I just can't keep this up anymore.

Loving him was far less rewarding when it was one-sided like this. No matter how good he was in bed, you chastised yourself for wanting... more.

I won't make you choose anything, I just need a break. It wouldn't be fair for me to demand a full relationship when we started as just friends. In a month I'll be able to continue but until then. This is goodbye.