Sick/Injury

The hallway seems so long for him to reach every time he walks; his foot feels like stepping into the clouds. The air conditioner's frigid exhale felt like icy needles against his skin, each one leaving a shiver in its wake. The world around him appeared as a hazy fog.

Albert had a difficult time seeing his office. A headache rendered him vulnerable. Gravity falls strangely. His head felt so heavy, like a burdensome ton of bricks placed on his shoulders.

Albert halted his steps; his hands were trembling, making his mountain of paperwork scatter on the floor like a fallen leaf. He embraces his weight against the wall as his fingers gingerly touch his temple in pain.

His forehead was slick with sweat, and his cheeks felt hot like boiling water. As he attempted to walk forward and examine his paperwork, his efforts were in vain when his body stumbled and fell because of the gravity.

"Eh… what has come over me?" He mused, breathless, gasping, and tortured.

His mind traveled back to a moment when Chief Irons had given him a bunch of paperwork, a task that rightfully belonged to the Chief himself. Albert could have easily refused that since it wasn't his job desk, but Chief Irons' threat made Albert afraid that something bad would happen to his team.

His actions were the reason why his health has become worse this week. He sacrificed himself to a pit full of Chief Irons' nonsense. The Alpha Team was trying to help their captain, but since they weren't compatible enough to finish that paperwork, it ended up being troublesome for their dear captain.

"Good evening—Oh, Captain Wesker, what happened to you?'

With swift urgency, you're running towards him, having a fear after witnessing that he almost fainted. As you draw near him, your eyes lock into his weak state. He can't stand on his own and seems in pain. Is he okay?

You've never seen him like this before, not in your life. Because he always hid them beneath his stoic expression whenever he felt tired or sleepy. This is a good yet dangerous act.

"Captain, are you okay? Do you need something? I'll call an ambulance!"

Your voice is a gentle lullaby to his ears, comforting him to the point of making him fall for your beauty.

He gave a reassuring smile as he shook his head, yet his body was quivering, trembling like the first snow in December.

Your tender touch is circling softly upon his back, and your soothing voice is calming him. At that moment, he couldn't help but think of you as his savior.

"I think—"

"Oh, Captain! You have a fever! Don't worry, I'll help you. Do you want to go home?"

He has a problem breathing, distressing his struggle for air. Of course, it makes you worry even more.

Worried. You leaned in closer to him; your palm gently touched his, squeezing them in care. He was trying to stand up on his own but failed.

"I don't wish to go home; I'm sorry—"

"No! Captain, you're not a burden," you insisted, cupping his cheek with your caring touch and reassessing his condition. "You're far from well; I can see that. What you need is a rest. I'll drive you home!"

You are guiding him to stand up, wrapping your arm around his waist, squeezing them, and sharing warmth and support.

His body radiated heat; really, you don't even know how long he had concealed his suffering, pretending that he was fine.

You feel bad for him because he tirelessly leads the Alpha Team, but the team can't do much for their captain.

He nestled his head on your shoulder, his weight leaning upon you and creating a gentle, warm pink blush across your cheeks.

He had never been this close to your face before. With this distance, you felt his breath on your neck and the rhythmic beat of his heartbeat.

"You'll be okay, Captain. You can count on me."

"Thank you…"

As the two of you enter the elevator, your reflection gazing back at you, a cute giggle fills that tiny cubicle. "I could also help with your daily chores if you'd allow me, and you can sleep without bothering them."

He giggling. "Hum? Oh… like a good partner?"

You tease him. "Yes, like Mama and Papa at home."