hsahj I been hooked on @doodledrawsthings ahit coffeeshop au its so amazing! and based on posts through the au I decided to write this lil oneshot it has angst but a happy ending:) also clover wants to beat up vanessa but the focus is mostly on luka and hattie. oh and for once luka’s curse gives him a break :)
It had been five years today since Luka was cursed living with his ten year old daughter Harriet Ironically it only made the two closer instead of dividing them god how Luka loved that kids she’d look so much like her dad she’d even mimic gestures her dad did without realizing it his co workers Mj and Clover snickered even though Clover wanted to beat the daylights out of Vanessa If they ever met Mj would end up wheezing ,Luka had the closing shifts for the horizon locking up letting out a sigh.
He’d never forget the look on his daughter's face when he became that shadowy creature or a ‘cat snake’ she’d looked so horrified the kid thought some horrible creature had eaten her beloved father, her hero. If anything Luka was glad she ran the police showed up so suddenly that was probably Vanessa’s doing god he was still pissed she’d try a set up like that she didn’t matter no way in Hell was he going to allow that women hurt them anymore the morning she calmed down she only sobbed into her fathers mane around his neck. He’d adapted to this curse yet he waited too long to try to fix it. The only thing he can do is be there for those he held close to his heart.
Harriet was only Two years old when the curse appeared. Harriet never said anything when the subject of her ‘Mother’ was brought up she’d didn't even call her ‘Mom’ or ‘Mother’ just by her actual name she didn't even consider that woman family. For all she knew Luka was her family there been nights where lil Harriet heard one of her parents screaming matches the harsh words that were said she ended up running and crying under the bed Luka looked so heart broken when he saw her crying like that… Luka shook his head he arrived at his apartment to his surprise Harriet was sitting on the floor waiting Luka worked extra week which only made her worry more the kid even went to check up him during his work hours or brought him lunch when he forgot and even went as far to ask His co workers If they could help from Luka being too stubborn so she did It for Him.
Luka just stared at his daughter waiting for him ’I- Kiddo..why are you on the floor isn’t it a bit late- he was cut off by Harriet’s stare you’re overworking yourself. Again. Someone has to make sure you’re not being stubborn so if you’re not asleep neither will I. the girl puffed out her chest. She was worried about her Father she always hated when he overworked himself more than he already had too. He’s always worrying about her when she wanders off to help her heart was always in the right place but had a habit of biting off more than she could chew.
Luka chuckled before picking up his daughter kissing her forehead alright Hattie I’ll cave in but you don't have to check up on me all the time I can handle myself’ he was met with a glare a silent one at that’ If I had the choice who was less stubborn it’ll be a door that you pull but you push instead ’Harriet remarked as her father yellow hollow eyes gleamed at the girl. God he was truly blessed to have such an amazing daughter He’d only wish he’d could do more. The man carried her daughter to the couch and ended up tickling her she’d burst in kicks and giggles ’you goofball!’ She shouted in the middle of a fit of laughter. He’d paused giving her time to breathe then it went silent he had this on his mind for a while’Hey..Hattie? If You had a choice would.. God he didn't even want what he was asking but he felt guilt for everything Harriet had been through. ’If you could have a normal life with someone else would yo-
What?! No! The response was so quick she didn't even hesitate to think she wasn't even tempted at the thought Dad.. How could you think that..I- You’re the kindest person in the pecking universe you’re not just my dad you're my hero..and I..Tears that threatened to leak did so falling down her just like dam destined to break, Harriet Immediately clinged to his chest wrapping her arms around her father not wanting to release. Luka had trouble finding the right words and returned the hug Hattie..I-’
‘That is what I’m scared of, I don’t want to lose you! After all we been through so much and I want to be there with you like we always had..I want to help you the best I can even if not enough-
‘Hattie.’
‘I know that Is my fault that you have to worry about me..money..The Curse..Mo-Vanessa..
Harriet.
The girl looked up at his father as he cupped her face with his hands holding her face gently’Shh..Harriet Listen to me this was nowhere near your fault.. You had always been enough..kid I-I’m scared of losing you too. I’m sorry for being selfish lately, you’re right we need to stick together no matter what right? softly Wiping away the remaining tears on Harriet’s cheek
Harriet attempted to put on a brave face but ended up digging her face into her fathers chest as she shouted in response ‘Right!’ Luka held her close in response not wanting to let go either.
‘Hey, Dad?’
‘Hm?’
‘You’ll always be my hero. Promise me you'll never forget that’
‘Yeah kid. I promise, My little princess
Arms wrapped around the small girl both quietly drifting asleep knowing whatever happens they’ll be there for each other and no curse could ever change that. when The Sun Came Hattie would be snuggled by her giant snake Dad. leaning on his fluffy mane.
