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Belle, Wise &&. Von Lycaon Renders.

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A Wise x female reader fanfic

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So…I’m truly sorry I got sidetracked and disappeared for nearly a month. I didn’t realize how long it’s been, so I truly apologize!

The Sethos train is just on a quick stop because I really wanted to write something for Wise from Zenless Zone Zero. He practically stole my heart and I truly love that game! Anyway, I tried my best with this :)

(On another note, Demon Slayer’s season final and Kaiju No. 8 were *chef’s kiss*)

Extremely sweet and caring. From the moment you two met, Wise always looked out for you. It could be as small as assisting you with a computer error, or providing guidance with your life. He’s extremely patient and slow to anger, making sure to avoid any harmful sarcasm in your interactions, unlike how he speaks to Nicole.

You spent so much time at Random Play, that it prompted you to grow closer with both Wise and his sister, Belle. Seeing how well both you and Belle got along, only ended up in Wise growing a stronger and better opinion of you. Staying with them for extended periods of time during a single day even ended up prompting you to stay the night.

“It’s pretty late.” Wise would say. “Why not stay the night? I can get you some spare clothes.”

Even though you would almost always decline, he insisted. Not deeming it safe for you to travel alone at night. He viewed your safety like he viewed Belle’s, not deeming it safe for a young girl to travel alone at night. He knew he wouldn’t feel comfortable if he were to think his sister was out late at night walking home. So you were always welcome to stay over.

You always opted to just sleep on the couch of the Staff Room, even if Belle offered for you to stay in her room. You didn’t want to invade her space almost every night, so you slept in there. You’d usually stay up late, running through movies you wanted to rewatch or start for the first time while keeping the volume low.

One night, while you were performing the usual ritual of movies and gummy bears, Wise walked downstairs from his bedroom. He was having trouble sleeping that night, and thought he could grab something from the archives to watch and help him with the issue. Expecting you to be fast asleep at this late hour, Wise slowly pushed opened the door to the Staff Room, carefully preventing the squeaky door noises.

Once he peeked inside, he spotted the tv up and running, playing a movie about children fighting in an arena (Hunger Games reference :D). He couldn’t see whether or not you were asleep from where the couch was facing, but he assumed that you may have been awake.

Two taps at the door with his knuckles, and you had jumped up from the couch in a sitting position, startled by the sudden noise.

“Sorry.” Wise apologized as you turned around. “Wasn’t sure if you were sleeping, so I didn’t want to intrude suddenly.”

You were drowsy, and a little weaker than normal as your body craved rest that you refused to provide it until you finished the film.

“You’re not intruding.” You spoke with a tired tone. “If anything, I am.”

Wise shook his head as he walked towards the couch. “No, you aren’t.”

You watched as he moved slightly closer, questioning why he was down here at nearly 2am.

“Why are you up at this hour?” You questioned as Wise paused his movements.

His eyes didn’t look too exhausted, yet he still appeared to be craving those few hours of sleep he should be getting.

“I should be asking you that question.” He smiled, teasing you slightly before eventually answering. “Sometimes I get restless, a film playing in the background aids in helping me drift off.”

There was a brief silence between the two of you. Sounds of cheering being played from the television in front of you, before you patted the space beside you.

“You could—“ You struggled to find the right words. “Do you want to…maybe finish this?”

Wise raised an eyebrow, eyes going slightly bigger in shock by your question.

“Sure.” He agreed, almost as quickly as the shocked expression had developed on his face.

It didn’t take long before you two were sitting on the couch, drowsy with nervousness and keeping your eyes on the movie.

“Have you seen the others?” Wise asks, and you turn your head with a confused hum.

“The other films after this.” He clarified to you.

If you’ve watched all the films, Wise responds with a nod and a smile. Finding it impressive that you completed the films.

“If you liked that, I’ve got a few other suggestions for you.” He would say as he stood up, removing the blanket to grab something he think you’d enjoy.

You watched on with a curious gaze as he sifts through different films of the dystopian genre.

“Here.” He said, picking up another movie (your choice) and handing it to you as he sat down. “If you’re still awake by the time we finish this, we could watch it.”

If that’s your first time watching the series of movies in the franchise, or maybe you started them and haven’t fully completed it, Wise would look at you with a smile on his face while turning to you.

“We can finish them all tonight…or this morning.” He says as he remembered the time.

You responded with an ecstatic nod, a smile spreading across your face as you agreed without hesitation.

Both cases leads up to you removing the blanket from over yourself, getting up from the side of the sofa you were sitting on.

“I’ll get those snacks I stashed here.” You said as you quickly walked off to retrieve said food for whatever you two were going to watch.

An hour and thirty minutes later, and the film was finishing off its final act. You were incredibly drowsy, struggling to stay awake through the movie, secretly wanting to lay down properly without your legs dangling over the edge of the couch.

Wise looked to you, wanting to see if you were struggling to stay awake, not being surprised when he found out you were practically asleep. With your head dipping slightly in an attempt to find a comfortable sleeping position, Wise fixed his position and reached over to you. He gently placed his arm around you, hand touching your side to try and not wake you before helping you out.

In his mind, you may hate him in the morning for what he was about to do, but he felt this strong urge to do it.

With a touch so benevolent and light that you barely felt it, Wise pulled you closer to him. You tilted while he pulled your upper body closer, falling to your left with Wise’s hands preventing a harsher outcome.

You’re now lying on the couch, your head on Wise’s chest, feet still over the edge as he leans back a little bit more. He rests his hand on your head, using the other to pull the blanket over you.

The credits of the movie were it’s own white noise as you moved unconsciously into a more comfy position, now completely laying against Wise. He looked down at you, hand grazing over your cheek gently before he fell asleep too.

It wasn’t until morning arrived that you two were awakened. Well, you were awakened first and got scared that you fell asleep on him. Wise opened his eyes to see you standing over him with a terrified expression on your face. You were apologizing, and nearly freaking out over you “falling asleep on him,” your face flustered beyond comprehension.

“You didn’t fall asleep on me.” He reassured you with a smile on his face, finding it cute how you were so worried over the ordeal. “That was kind of my fault, I’m sorry.”

He scratched the back of his head briefly while explaining everything that he did, you staring at him with wide eyes. He waited for your reaction, wanting to see if you’d relax or become fearful. To his joy and relief, you relaxed. A small smile appeared on your face.

“I’m sorry for falling asleep.” You apologized.

His smile only deepened as he patted the side of the couch.

“No need to apologize, I feel asleep as well.” He said. “Want to watch another before Belle wakes up?”

He knew if Belle woke up right now, you two would spend the whole day together. As she hinted yesterday that she wished to go shopping for new clothes.

You sat beside him this time, not hugging the edge of the couch like usual. He smiles as he turns to you, informing you that you could lean on his shoulder if you desired. You did without hesitation, and he leans against you as well.

He was well rested, more than ever before. He realized that sleeping so close to you brought on rest with ease. He never revealed to you that whenever you were sleeping at your home, he found it more difficult to sleep. Even when you slept downstairs, he would feel better if you slept upstairs in Belle’s room. His mind would usually race with thoughts of whether or not you were alright. Though last night, those thoughts never presented themselves. You were sleeping on his chest, where he could watch and protect you.

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