#euphoriaa

Summary: you visit Ash at the store whilst Fez was outside dealing with business. Some guy tries to steal money, and you try to stop him, which results in you getting hurt.

Warnings: 18+ NO MINORS threat, swearing, distress, a gun and knife, mentions of someone being stabbed, mentions of blood, typical euphoria themes.

Author's note: a sad but cute short fic of ash and reader :)

Word count: 1.1k

You had been in Fez and Ash's lives for three years, and for two of those you'd been in a relationship with Fez. At first, Ash wasn't too fond of you. But he quickly saw how happy you made his brother, and realised you weren't so bad. You two built a close relationship, he cared about you a lot more than he led on. He barely ever shared his feelings but you loved the boy, all the same, he was like a son to you. And you vowed to lay down your life for him if necessary. You were aware of the boy's lifestyle and form of work since the beginning, and you weren't put off by it. You understood that some people had to result to unconventional ways of life to make an income sometimes, you didn't once judge them for it. You understood. And if anything bad were to happen because of their lifestyle, you wouldn't blame them, not even for a second.

You decided to visit the boys at the store for a few hours before heading home to study. You smiled and gave Fez a small wave from in front of the store, he was standing near some guy's car a little ways from you. He smiled and waved in return, you entered the store to wait for him. The store was empty, which you were thankful for. Ash was standing behind the desk, waiting for customers. He instantly smiled as you entered, perking up at some form of company.

"Thank god you're here, 'm so bored!" He complained, ushering you over to stand with him. You walked on over, smiling, happy that he was pleased by your company. You honestly adored this boy more than life, you were thankful to have them in your life. They were your everything, although you weren't sure they fully knew that. It seemed they felt that they were burdens sometimes, which was completely untrue. You worked every day on letting them know that wasn't the case, although they never seemed fully convinced.

"What's up?" You giggled, standing next to him. He proceeded to show you a new game he had found, ironically, about running your own mini weed business. It was quite entertaining, for a while. You were about to start heading out, kissing Ash on the head. "See you later little man!" You lightly called, just about to reach the door. Some guy came bursting in, surprising you and Ash. The guy's hand was shaking violently as he held a gun, making you stiffen instantly. "Back." He commanded, ushering his gun towards the counter, indicating he wanted you over there.

"Okay. Just keep calm okay dude? We don't want any trouble." You spoke as clearly as you could, holding your hands in the air as you walked backwards to the counter. You stood in front of Ash, pushing him back. The boy had a gun too but you didn't want anyone to die or get hurt. Your heart was beating so fast, it was loud and violent. So loud you thought maybe the two men could hear it also.

"Give me all the money." The guy grunted, motioning the gun to the register. You nodded, forming a small plan in your head. God, you hoped this would work. "Okay, but I need to get the key for it first. It's over there." You motioned to a cabinet nearby, it was a lie but the guy didn't know that. You felt Ash look up at you, probably confused. You looked behind you to see Ash reaching for his gun in his waistband. You shooked your head no and focused back on the guy who looked at you in confusion. "Where?!" He yelled, making you jump slightly. Your breathing was fast, indicating your nerves to everyone. "There! You grab it." You recommended, hoping he would fall for it.

He turned his head, looking for where you were on about. You took the opportunity and grabbed for the gun. But this guy had suspicions about your plan apparently and noticed your quick movements. You both wrestled to keep the weapon, a struggle ensuing. Just as Ash was about to help, BANG. Everything went fuzzy, your breathing becoming more erratic. You were unsure of what happened after. Ash watched in utter shock as you collapsed to the ground, the guy sprinting out of the store. Ash stared, opened mouthed, as blood began pooling on the floor. Ash screamed, not believing that this had happened. "Fuck, fuck, fuck!" He screamed, tears streaming down his cheeks.

"Stay with me y/n! FEZ!" You could hear Ash's muffled voice pleading, but there was nothing you could do but moan in pain. Ash quickly grabbed a rag from behind the counter and pushed it on the wound on your stomach, the blood barely stopping. Ash pulled you into his arms, "Please stay with me y/n.." He cried, resting his head on your chest. You tasted metal on your tongue, unaware that blood was coming out of your mouth. You blacked out in Ash's arms.

When you came too, there were bright white lights around you. Am I dead? No, I hear voices. You tried to look around but you couldn't, your head was restricted by something. "Y/N!" You heard someone call before you blacked out again. Ash and Fez sat in the waiting room, heads in their hands. Neither knew what would happen to you or if you would even survive. They both blamed themselves, for different reasons. They regretted bringing you into this lifestyle.

You woke a few hours later, the pain not there. You opened your eyes to a very bright room, confused. When you looked around you noticed hospital equipment, the beeping of your monitor now becoming evident. It hurt your head, a small nagging pain forming. You groaned as you tried to sit yourself up slightly, alerting Ash and Fez who had been asleep. "Y/n!" They both called, rushing to your side. You looked at both of them, smiling lightly. "Hey" You mumbled, as they both grabbed your hands.