Wilson x crybaby little that is usually punished and yelled at for crying idk little angst VERY sweet /fluff yeah he just babies us end of story :DD
Safe to Cry (CG! James Wilson x GN! Reader)
Summary: You expect scolding, but Wilson offers comfort, warmth, and the space to let your tears fall safely.
Warning: This fic contains age regression and angst.
Your chest hurts before the tears even start. You know the signs, tight throat, shaky hands, that sinking feeling in your belly. You try to hold it back, to be quiet, because that’s what you were always told to do. Don’t cry. Don’t be dramatic. Don’t make a scene.
But the sob slips out anyway. Just one, then another, until you’re curled small on Wilson’s couch, sleeves pressed to your face, trying to muffle the sound. You’re bracing for the sharp words, for someone to tell you to stop being ridiculous-
Instead, there’s a soft shuffle of footsteps. Then a weight dips the cushion beside you. A warm hand, steady and careful, rests against your shoulder.
“Hey,” Wilson’s voice is low, like he’s afraid of startling you. “Hey, sweetheart. What’s going on?”
You shake your head, unable to answer, the shame burning hotter than your tears.
But Wilson doesn’t press. He doesn’t scold. He doesn’t tell you to stop. He just eases you closer, guiding you against his chest. His shirt smells like laundry soap and his heartbeat is slow, grounding.
“You don’t have to hold it in with me,” he murmurs. “Crying’s not a bad thing. It just means you’ve got big feelings. And I’d rather you let them out than hurt yourself trying to hide them.”
The words break something open in you. The tears come harder, but his arms only tighten, holding you safe, as though you’re not a burden at all. He rocks you gently, the way you imagine he would with a child, whispering soft things you can barely hear over your own sobs: It’s okay. You’re safe. I’ve got you. Just let it out.
By the time the crying slows, your body feels wrung out and heavy, but you’re cocooned in warmth. Wilson brushes a hand through your hair, kisses your temple like it’s the most natural thing in the world.
“You don’t ever have to be afraid of crying in front of me,” he says quietly. “I’ll never punish you for needing comfort. That’s what I’m here for.”
You sniffle, embarrassed, and mumble something about being a mess. Wilson just huffs a little laugh, tilting your chin so you’ll meet his eyes.
“Mess?” he repeats gently. “You look like someone who needs tissues, water, and maybe a lollipop. That’s hardly catastrophic.”
It makes you laugh, small and watery, but a laugh nonetheless. Wilson beams like you’ve just made his entire week.
“Sit tight,” he says, easing you back against the cushions. “Doctor’s orders.”
He disappears into the kitchen, leaving the faint clink of cupboards and the hum of the freezer door. When he returns, he’s armed with tissues, a glass of water, and, true to his word, a lollipop, unwrapped and waiting for you.
He presses the tissue into your hand first, dabbing at your damp cheeks with exaggerated care before handing over the water. “Hydration,” he says seriously, as though this is part of a medical protocol.
Then he offers the lollipop, raising his brows like he’s testing you. “Now, this one’s optional. But I find sugar has a decent success rate in post-cry recovery.”
You giggle, the sound surprising even yourself, and take it. The strawberry taste is sweet on your tongue, grounding in a new way.
Wilson watches you with soft eyes, leaning back but staying close enough that his knee brushes yours. He doesn’t fill the silence with questions or try to fix what made you cry. Instead, he lets you sit there, warm and safe, sharing quiet company.
Eventually, when your breathing is steady again, he nudges you gently. “See? Crying doesn’t make you a burden. It makes you human. And I happen to like you just the way you are.”
Your throat aches, but not from tears this time. You lean against him, and he wraps his arm around you without hesitation, pressing a kiss to your forehead like he means it.
And for once, you believe it.
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