The Perfect Setup
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cw: broken bones, romantic relationship (Caretaker/Whumpee), unrealistic depictions of head injuries, restraints
Caretaker quietly slinked through the darkened hallways of Whumper’s base, the musty smell of cold basement filling their nostrils. It enraged them to think that Whumpee was being kept down here, in the frigid, damp basement, while Whumper cruelly enacted what ever revenge they considered their due.
It was true that Caretaker had made mistakes. They’d hurt people in ways they couldn’t undo, and any attempt they made to atone for that would always fall short. But Whumpee’s only crime had been falling in love with them, and that didn’t warrant getting kidnapped, locked in a basement, and hurt in the cruelest of ways. That wasn’t fair. That wasn't justice.
They quickly found Whumpee, pulling open the door of a tiny storage closet to reveal their lover’s curled up, terrified body. It was too small for them to even stretch their legs out, and with the duct tape plastered over their mouth and the zip ties digging into their hands, the concept of comfort was a remote idea.
“It’s me, whumpee, it’s me, yeah?” Caretaker whispered, hands running over them as they checked for major injuries. “I’ve got cha’ now.”
Whumpee’s eyes went wide when they realized who had come to rescue them, and they started frantically shaking their head, grunting against the tape.
“You’re okay, love, it’s going to be okay.” Their lower leg seemed to be broken, food twisted at an unnatural angle. “I know it’s scary, but I’m going to get you out of here.”
They pulled out their pocket knife and snipped the zip ties away, stomach turning at the red, bloody marks on their wrists. The moment their hands were free, Whumpee reached up and tore the tape from their face. “You have to go.” They said, breathlessly, trying to push Caretaker away.
“I’m not going to leave you, love. Not now, not ever.” They turned their attention to Whumpee’s injured leg. “I’m going to have to splint it, alright? Then I’ll carry you out of here.” Their eyes landed on the broken end of a broom handle. Perfect.
“I’ll be okay,” Whumpee assured them. “Whumper’s not going to hurt me but they’re-”
“They already have!” Caretaker hissed, gesturing to their leg. The gentleness returned to their tone. “Be still for me, love. This is going to hurt.”
Carefully, they held the handle to Whumpee’s leg, then lashed several leftover rags around it. Their pained whimper made Caretaker’s heart shatter. “I’m sorry, I’m sorry.”
Whumpee’s gaze steeled again. “No, you don’t understand. Whumper doesn’t want me, they want you.”
They looked at Whumpee quizzically. “What do you mean?”
“I’m only the bait, darling. Just a ploy to get you here.” Their voice was lined with daggers. “You need to leave. I’ll get out on my own. Don’t doom yourself for me, please.”
Caretaker shook their head. “I promised I’d never leave you. I intend to keep that promise, love.” They bent down to pick them up, despite their protests.
“No, please, just go.” Tears started to ow from their eyes, and then they widened in horror. “Caretaker go!”
But it was too late.
Just as Caretaker turned, Whumper’s bat made contact with their face, hitting them square in the jaw. A crack echoed down the hallway, and they slumped over sideways, unconscious.
“Hello, Caretaker,” Whumper purred. “I’m so glad you nally decided to show up.”
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wow i haven't posted art here in a little bit huh- anyway! happy valentines day, y'all! this is what i've been working on for the past few days--tale from the gas station inspired valentines! i was originally planning to do spencer, tony, and amy as well, but i ended up just doing the main trio of jack, jerry, and rosa. which, y'know, fair enough! posting this a bit early b/c i want attention <3
now i'm gonna scurry off to finish some other art i need to get done~
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Since I’m curious to know as an aro person who does consume a fairly significant amount of f/f media.
If you want, also please reblog with your answer as well as: broader sexuality label you use (if you use a broader one), other notable tendencies, and what type of media you tend to consume. (Though of course you’re not obligated to.) If your tendencies fall into more than one category,
Thanks!
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