Dateables Caring for Sick Homeowner (p.1)
I'm currently super fucking sick rn, so I wanted to do some self indulgence! To any of y'all who may be sick reading this, I'm with you
And yes you saw it correctly, there is gonna be multiple parts! The whole house is gonna get in on this! Fight me!
But don't because I'm ill :(
Featuring: Amir, Barry Styles, Betty, Cabrizzio, Cam, Eddie & Volt, Farya, Freddy Yeti, The Hanks, Hector, Mac, Parker Bradley, Tony
Noticed pretty quickly you were not doing so hot
Knowing your mirror was sentient made it harder to check out your gross self (even dating him didn't help lessen the embarrassment)
Amir called you out on it immediately, and before you could say anything he made you lay down and rest
Shushes you constantly so you rest your voice (even if your throat isn't hurting he doesn't wanna take the chance. You will not say a WORD)
If you happen to know sign language, he's happy to sign instead!
Insists you take hot showers to clear your sinuses (he will be giving Johnny the side eye the whole time though)
He knows laying down all day doesn't really give you time to spend on your hair. So if you request, he'll happily brush or take care of it for you so it doesn't get damaged
Offers a massage as well!
Is he grossed out by the snot and vomit? Yeah. But is he gonna be right by your side throughout it all? Absolutely
Offers to read you to sleep. His literature choices may be a bit questionable, but his voice makes it all worth it
Finds comfort in watching you sleep. You are so calm and peaceful, finally able to unwind after going through the whole day in discomfort
He saw your face every morning, of course he would notice you aren't doing well
Approached you gently and awkwardly tried to ask if you weren't feeling the best (he feels bad asking right out since he thinks it sounds rude)
Shows intense concern for you. He knows it isn't anything that serious, but he's a natural worrier! And he can't hide that to save his life
Actually discourages you from wearing makeup till you're better. Not only would it clog your pores, it would just stain the pillows since you're in bed
Focuses on making you as comfortable as possible! Moisturizer, humidifier, warm compress, gentle music, anything to make you relax
Frankly makes a sick day feel like a spa day instead
Learned a little bit about massaging from Amir, and offers to try it out if you're comfortable!
Laying in bed all day can be boring, try asking him about his recent hyperfixations! He could go on all night
If you ever get gross or dirty, Barry is right there to get you cleaned up. No hesitation, no judgement
Even when he finally leaves you be, occasionally you can see his pink hair peek around the corner as he does a quick check up
Being your bed, Betty was one of the first people to realize you were ill. Frankly she almost knew before you did
At first she'll approach you gently and express her concern. If you try to deny it at all, she'll get more stern
She is gonna keep you in bed to rest! Whether it's with the Dateviators on or off, you are gonna be in bed laying down
Gets help from around the house to get things for you like soup and tissues. Rebel tried to protest but was quickly shut down by her stare
If you even *try* to get out of bed, Betty will scold you harshly. Unless you have to go to the bathroom, you don't need to be walking around! You'll just get worse!
If you have the Dateviators on, she'll be by your side the whole time, cuddling and wiping your nose for you
Consistently calls you cute out of nowhere, she just can't help it! Something about you bundled up in bed was just adorable
Don't feel embarrassed if you make a mess of the bed with sweat or vomit, Betty's only concern is your wellbeing (she'll help change the sheets though)
The moment you felt ill, Cabrizzio noticed you were off. This man is incredibly skilled at reading you physically
Before you could even say a simple hello, you suddenly found yourself tucked into bed with a worried Cabrizzio by your side
Very dramatic, he almost makes it sound like you are dying. Even though you assure him it's just the flu, he'll still have a worried look on his face
Holds your hand whenever he can. When he checks up on you, he'll instinctually reach for your hand and interlock your fingers
Even if you look like an absolute mess, he'll still gush over you like usual. Sure your eyes are puffy and look awful, but he could stare into them all day!
Lots and lots and LOTS of homecooked food. All the Italian classics are gonna be made for you, with the freshest ingredients and the most love possible!
(For some things he had to ask for help from Stefan, like the dessert)
Insists on spoon/fork/hand feeding you everything. He doesn't want you to lift a beautiful finger
Kisses you on the forehead before leaving you to rest
Cam kinda just popped up on you and bluntly asked if you were sick
If you try to deny it at all, he'll just point at the giant pile of used tissues
If its just a simple cold he'll leave you to your own devices
But if its clear you aren't doing well? He'll give you shit until you sit the fuck down for a moment
Get ready to be teased. Like, a lot. Both verbally and physically
One of his favorite things to do is hold the tissue box out of reach while you lay down, snickering at your desperate grabbing
It isn't as funny when you start pinching his arm in retaliation... eh, still kinda funny
Has genuine concern under that nonchalant vibe he gives off. He just trusts you and doesn't baby you like everyone else, you're an grown adult and can handle it yourself
But at any signs of it worsening you can clearly see the worry in his eyes
Not to mention he'll be spending a lot more time around you than normal, but he insists it's just because he's bored
He isn't easily grossed out, so he's gonna chill around you like normal. Doesn't matter how snotty you get, Cam couldn't care less. He even tried to make-out kiss you a couple times before you pushed him away
Makes sure you keep up on your medication. You can't get past him, he collects your medicine packages ("Babe, it's 3 o'clock, you owe me.")
They noticed you weren't visiting the Breaker Box quite as often, and it worried them. Obviously they didn't expect you to come every single day, but you were usually pretty consistent
Learning you were ill wasn't fun for them, and seeing you visibly unwell wasn't either
You know how he was when Eddie wasn't doing okay, Volt is very concerned with you, and he'll ask you a lot if you're doing alright. He wants to believe you, but after Eddie hiding it for so long, it's hard for him to just trust your word
Volt is definitely the type to baby you. I'm talking tucking you into bed and spoon feeding you soup, no matter if you protest
Anything you need, he will get! A snack? Your switch? A book? Eddie? Volt is out the door and on his way to fulfill your needs!
Dreads having to leave your side to host the club, but your assurance eases his worries. If you call for him though, he will abandon everything and go straight to you. People can deal with Johnny singing for a few more minutes
Consistently says how electrifying you still look even when sick (every time you roll your eyes he gives a big chuckle)
Eddie is not like Volt though, he is much tougher on you. If you ask for the remote and its just on the nightstand? You can get it yourself, ya got legs
Stern with medicine. If you need to take medicine of any kind, he will not leave your bedside until you do. Trust me, his stare is incredibly effective
Obviously won't make you any alcoholic drinks, but if you have any mocktails or just special drinks you like he's happy to make them for you
Gets incredibly worried if you start to get worse. If you start coughing aggressively or look like you're gonna throw up, Eddie is right by your side to make sure you're alright
Periodically checks up and asks if you're okay. No matter how many times you tell him you're fine, you can expect him to start to worry again and check in a few hours later
Jokingly offers to close the bar down just to take care of you (okay, half-jokingly)
Both of them are extremely protective of you. Like, extremely. No one is gonna bother you unless you explicitly allow it
Once Eddie caught Scandalabra spying on you. You've never seen Volt burn blue quicker (you've also never seen Scandalabra run so fucking fast either)
When you wake up in the morning, on the nightstand will be a glass of water and a loving note reassuring you they will be back~
The absolute look of glee on her face was unsettling and there was a sinister glint in her eye
After the initial rush of a real medical emergency wore off, she got right to treating you
Although it wasn't something very serious, she wanted to make sure she covers all the bases
Does frequent doctor check-ups to make sure everything is staying consistent
Yeah on the surface it's fun to have a genuine patient for once, but she was absolutely concerned for you and taking this seriously
Farya uses her study guides to help, looking back on notes she took specifically about common illnesses
If you helped her study before on it, she may have you ask questions to quiz her on it and keep her on her toes
If she gets a bit too… uh… graphic, just kindly tell her to pull back (she means well, she's just excited!!)
Tends to infodump about what she is doing and what she gives you. As she gives you hot soup, expect her to gush about all the medicinal properties in the ingredients
Makes you take cough drops, but somehow she found some that aren't disgusting! It's not like its candy, but you dont immediately gag when she pops one in your mouth
When everything is done and you ask her if she enjoyed you being sick, you can definitely see the millisecond hesitation of a YES before she immediately said NO
You've always been warm compared to him obviously, but when he bent down to kiss your forehead, he could feel you burning up!
He genuinely thought that maybe you got sick from being around him. His natural cold can't be too good for a human in long spurts, right? Freddy feels incredibly guilty and initially blames himself
Before anything bad happens, you talk it out and he manages to calm down (you've always been able to calm him no matter what)
Always ready with a back of frozen peas when you need an icepack (you have regular icepacks, but the peas are funnier)
Knows all of your favorite sick foods. As your fridge, he keeps inventory and makes notes just in case
You won't even have to ask, he'll just surprise you in bed with exactly what you're craving!
If you have a sore throat, he'll give you as much ice cream as you'd like, or popsicles if you prefer!
Prepare for his bad jokes to double, all your illness has done is just give him more material! Plus laughter is the best medicine, right?
If you refuse to go to bed, he will literally pick you up and take you there. This man is strong, you can't fight him, so just rest god dammit
Gives you plenty of space, but if you call him for anything? He's there in a flash! Even if you just want to talk Freddy will rush over to keep you company
These men were WORRIED!! Their house homie wasn't feeling well! This is NOT bussin'!
After giving them some instructions and tips, the Hanks spend their time taking care of you
It surprised you, but they even were considering skipping their usual daily stunts for you! It wasn't until you reassured them that you'll be fine and that they feel comfortable doing them again
They work in shifts and cycle through each Hank
Ranking of skill: H5nk > H1nk > H2nk > H3nk >>>>> H4nk
H5nk is an absolute doll and is really good at care. Super gentle, attentive, and just the perfect emotional partner for the job
H1nk is focused on getting shit done! Anything you ask, he will be dead set on doing for you. Getting a new box of tissues, refilling your drink, going to Mateo for a fresh blanket, etc.
H2nk is great but definitely the most visibly anxious. He'll stay by your side and do anything you need, but expect a lot of consistent questions about how you're feeling. Like, a LOT
Refer to this previous post for H3nk
H4nk gets too nervous and gets confused a lot. Instead of your vitamin gummies he got you a bag of gummy bears, he handed you an unopened can of soup, he even once held the vomit bucket upside down (He is so so so so sweet, his brain is just all fuzzy and scrambled!)
Expect a big celebration once you feel better!
Hector knows a LOT about you, he can recognize symptoms when they arrive in you
Begs you to lay down and take it easy. Trust me, it is NOT easy to tell him no. I dare you to look into those loving, warm brown eyes and refuse
It's still a bit hard for him to leave the attic, but for you? He'll open that door and come straight to you in no time at all! Even if he is still visibly uneasy about being in the open, he refuses to leave your side until you're happy
He is an absolute sweetheart and a perfect caretaker in this situation. Like, so damn sweet oh my god
Pampers you to no end, and gets you anything you want
Never feel like you're asking too much, Hector is happy to grant any wish you have. No matter how trivial!
Makes you soup from scratch! He got the recipe from Stefan, and although it took a couple of tries, it turned out really well (he's still nervous it isn't good enough though)
He also surprises you with fresh baked cookies one day, your favorite kind! Cooking may not be his specialty, but trust me when I say this man can bake
Hector makes sure to control the air in the house to suit what you need (If Keyes complains, she can frankly suck it up for now)
Nothing is more soothing than hearing his gentle voice as you drift to sleep. Every time you fall asleep he'll be right by your side saying how much he loves you
If you want to be alone he'll happily oblige, but I can't promise he won't keep watch over you through the vents (sometimes you'll meet eyes and he'll quickly retreat)
Even after you recover, throughout the day he'll sometimes ask you through the vents if you're doing okay. Just little comments here and there making sure you aren't feeling lightheaded or sore
Mac noticed you looking up symptoms online and easily put together that you were feeling sick
The next time you interfaced they brought it up, expressing their concern
If you went on Web MD at all, they will call you out and bluntly (but lovingly) shame you for it
Being a logical lover, Mac focused more on treating you efficiently than naturally. They could just feed you soup in bed, but they were more invested in a cure (don't worry, they will feed you soup if you ask~)
While you rest, Mac does a bunch of research about different treatments for illnesses, and makes a list of them for you to try
Some may be a bit unorthodox though, they searched ALL OVER the web. They want to cover all the bases just in case!!
Looked on Valdivian for the best medicine to order
You're gonna wake up to Mac at your side intently working hard on a daily health routine for you
The smile from them you get whenever you wake up is just... heartwarming
Continues to lay in bed with you to work and cuddle
Uses their screens to stream videos for you in bed since you can't really get up to sit in the chair
If you bring up the possibility of Mac getting sick, they'll just proudly exclaim that they downloaded an antivirus program
Only really noticed you weren't doing so hot when you sneezed during a game and knocked over the pieces. Before he could berate you for cheating, the groggy look on your face clearly told him it wasn't intentional
Has a special rule book for taking care of ill partners! You can take a peek if you want, and he is open to suggestions
Switches from incredibly worried to nonchalant throughout the day
One minute he'll be laughing about the situation, then the next he's shaking your shoulders making sure you're still alive
There isn't a real pattern to it, it's just Parker being Parker
If you ask him for food, Parker has special dice with different food options on the sides. He'll roll and that will determine what you get (it doesn't matter if you wanted oranges, you are gonna have borscht and you will LIKE IT)
Pulled out a bunch of games you can play while laying down, that way you won't have to get out of bed to have fun with him
If you do a little too well, he'll suspect you of using your illness to your advantage (what that means? who fucking knows)
Lowkey takes advantage of the situation and infodumps on you about these new games he discovered
Normally he'd get a little disgruntled about you falling asleep during his monologues, but since you aren't feeling well, he actually almost feels relief to see your sleeping face
Yeah he uh... he'll probably get sick too. The combination of a shitty immune system and his need to be by you at all times is NOT a good combo
The moment you showed any sign of the sniffles, Tony was ready to put you to bed! (and not in a sexy way this time)
He kind of revels in taking care of you, he loves the little boost of his ego he gets when helping other objects around the house (remember Able's leg?)
Anything you need he is happy to get. Even if it's a weird ask he'll happily do it for you
Gets Stefan's help to make his Ma's famous soup for you. It always made him better when he was a little toolbox!
He'll be teasing you a lot, making you say stuff like "Pretty please Tony!" and "Thank you so much Tony!"
For example, refusing to feed you soup until you ask him really really nicely to help you
Just throw a box of tissues at his head if he gets too obnoxious
If anyone starts to bother you he'll offer to physically throw them out. You usually don't take up his offer, but sometimes Lux makes it very tempting
Doesn't care about the snot or vomit or anything, he works on a construction site, he's used to dirty work! (You really think no one on that giant construction site has ever thrown up before?)
Underneath all the laughing and teasing, Tony is really worried about you. Even if it's just a simple cold, he wants to make sure you feel better soon
If he gets super nervous, he'll go talk to Rainey to calm down and ask for advice. Whether he takes the advice is up in the air, but it's the thought that counts
The nonchalant attitude will slip away as he holds your hand and asks you if you're alright. His eyes soften, full of love and concern
Celebrates once you get better (especially the fact that he can hold you close now~)
