The cramps hit hard, forcing you into the nest of pillows and blankets you’ve built in your room. The world outside feels overwhelming, and you want nothing more than to hide away from it all.

Price knocks softly on your door. “Everything alright in there, love?”

“Go away!” you snap, irritation lacing your voice. He hesitates, and you hear him sigh before footsteps fade down the hallway.

A moment later, Ghost slips in quietly, setting a glass of water and some painkillers on the dresser. “Thought you might need these.”

“Not interested!” you snap, throwing a plush animal at him and glaring at him from your nest. He raises an eyebrow but just smirks, retreating with a casual, “Suit yourself.”

Soap bursts in next, brandishing a bar of chocolate like a trophy. “Oi, you’re hiding like a gremlin in here! Want ta come out and eat?”

“Are you kidding me? No! Get out!” you shout, frustration boiling over. He holds up his hands in mock surrender and backs out, still chuckling.

Finally, Gaz steps in, carrying a tray of tea and snacks. “Just wanted to check on you,” he says softly.

“Why do you all keep barging in? I said I want to be left alone!” you growl, tossing a pillow at him.

He looks taken aback but just sets the tray down and retreats, leaving you simmering in your nest, huffing and pulling the blankets around yourself tighter.