Pairing: Franada
Title: Horror Love
Written By: ChloeBee, AlexisPrime
"D-do we have to watch this?" Matthew questioned for what felt like the hundredth time since Francis had stated which movie they were going to watch. The poor Canadian had gained a frightened expression as Francis put the DVD in, but hadn't complained. Francis smiled, holding Mattie close.
"It's fine mon cher, I'm 'ere..." he said softly, settling on the couch and holding a bowl of popcorn in-between them. Matthew jumped badly when Kumajiro appeared, climbing onto the couch for attention. And some popcorn, if he was lucky. Francis chuckled, wrapping an arm around Mattie's shoulders in comfort.
"It's just Kuma..." he whispered softly.
"H-he s-scared me!" the younger managed to squeak out. He knew he wasn't going to enjoy the movie. Unlike Alfred, he went out of his way to avoid creepy films that would make his skin crawl in terror. Unfortunately for him, Francis knew that fact well. Francis laughed slightly, planting a soft kiss on Mattie's cheek.
"Shh now.. Big brother is 'ere.." he said, holding Mattie close and ready to be there for him in preperation for the jumpscares ahead.
They both fell silent as the movie began, the first sequences making Matthew tense for he knew what would eventually happen. Francis smiled throughout, jumping himself at some of the unexpected bits.
Meanwhile his poor companion clung to him in terror and often used his side as a shield against the gore that filled the screen.
Francis smiled softly, holding Mattie close and keeping both his arms around the terrified Canadian and whispering soft French words of comfort in his ear. It worked a little, making Matthew's grip grow lighter rather than so tight it hurt. Francis relaxed too, smiling as he kept on whispering while keeping an eye on the film.
Eventually Matthew was able to peek out at the TV and relax, no longer hiding from what he told himself over and over in his mind was not real. He was determined to at least try to get through the rest of the movie without using Francis as a human shield. Francis still kept his arm around Mattie, holding him close in case he needed his French shield again. Both of them sat in silence, jumping occasionally when the film would reach a particularly surprising bit.
"Why did you want to watch this?" Matthew asked softly during a less scary part, glancing up at the other man.
"Because it's a film I 'aven't seen before... I zhought it'd be nice to share wizh you..." Francis replied softly.
"But it's horror..."
"I know."
Sparing the other one last glance, Matthew chose to let the conversation fall away. He absently stroked Kumajiro's fur and snuggled further into Francis' warm side. Francis smiled, pulling Mattie in close to him as they watched the film. Truth be told, Francis had lied. He'd seen this film a couple of times and knew there'd be a major jumpscare later on.
Of course, Mattie didn't need to know that. All he had to do was continue being his adorable terrified self and Francis would truly be able to enjoy the movie. Francis smiled, preparing himself as the jumpscare came. A terrible high-pitched screaming erupted across the speakers suddenly as the monster of the film burst into the door, ripping the woman limb from limb.
The scream was added to by Matthew's own, making him turn and use Francis as a shield once more. Francis could feel the younger man trembling. Francis held Mattie close, pressing the Stop button on the remote and turning off the film as he rocked Mattie gently.
"C'est bien ... C'est bien Matthieu ... Rien ne va vous arriver ... Je vous promets" Francis said gently, kissing Mattie's tears away and smiling. Matthew's expression stayed a terrified frown; his hands still clutching Francis' shirt. Francis gently pulled Matthew into his lap, cradling him against his chest.
Very slowly, Mattie's sobs began to die away, as did his shaking. He brokenly whispered to Francis in French, though the older man could hardly catch a word. And he didn't need to.
Francis kissed Mattie's cute curl of hair gently, holding him close as he rocked him slightly.
"M-must we c-continue?" Matthew asked once he had calmed down enough to be able to speak. He looked up at Francis, his eyes still glazed with tears.
"Non... non..." Francis said, kissing Matthew's tears away gently. The Canadian managed a shaky smile. The Frenchman, leaning forwards and gently laying a soft but passionate kiss on the Canadian's lips. It washed away any hard feelings or fear Matthew still had. After all, Francis would never let him get hurt. Francis held Matthew close, both his arms around the Canadian.
"Better?"
"Oui, merci..." Matthew replied. He smiled.
Translations:
Mon cher - My dear
C'est bien ... C'est bien Matthieu ... Rien ne va vous arriver ... Je vous promets - It's fine... It's alright Matthieu... Nothing is going to get you... I promise...
Non... non... - No... no...
Oui, merci... - Yes, thank you...