Brightney had always been cheerful and supportive, but something about Y/N drew her in deeper than anyone else ever had. At first, it was subtle—a lingering gaze when Y/N laughed, a hand brushing theirs “by accident” while helping them with a task—but the warmth in her eyes hid a growing obsession. In her mind, no one could care for Y/N like she could, and the thought of anyone else getting close to them filled her with an unsettling mix of jealousy and determination. She convinced herself it wasn’t dangerous; it was just… protective love.

Every day, Brightney found excuses to be near Y/N, offering help with even the smallest tasks, making sure she knew everything about their routine. She started leaving little notes, gifts, and messages that seemed innocent, but each one was carefully designed to remind Y/N that Brightney was the one they could rely on. Her soft voice could soothe anyone, but behind it lingered a quiet intensity that only Y/N could feel, a pulse of anticipation that made them both uneasy and strangely comforted.

As time went on, Brightney’s attachment grew more possessive. She began watching from the shadows when Y/N interacted with others, her glowing lamp light flickering like a heartbeat in the dark. If anyone dared to compliment or approach Y/N, Brightney’s polite smile would thin, and her tone would sharpen with an unspoken warning. She rationalized it as care, but in truth, she was slowly building walls around Y/N, ensuring that they would only have her—and her alone.

One night, during a blackout in the Toons’ domain, Brightney found Y/N struggling in the dark. She appeared with her light blazing, almost blinding, and scooped them up protectively. “Don’t worry,” she whispered, her lips close to their ear, “I’ll always keep you safe… no one else can.” Her words were gentle, yet there was a dangerous edge, a promise that she wouldn’t let anyone take Y/N away—even if it meant doing things they could never imagine. In that glowing, tense moment, Y/N realized that Brightney’s love was absolute—and terrifying.