#oh dear oh sweetie
Whumpee being super out of it for days at a time after the incident and caretaker having to help them into a bath so they can stay clean. Whumpee’s weak attempts to fight when they’re first roused, and don’t realize that they’re no longer in danger. feverish, muttered begging to just please, leave them alone. The cold vulnerability as caretaker undresses them with soft words of reassurance and even softer hands, trying their best not to frighten them and make this as comfortable as possible. The brief panic as the water first touches their skin, and the slow release of tension as the warmth finally starts to loosen their exhausted muscles. Caretaker’s gentle reminders that it’s okay, that they’re safe here.
Bonus: Caretaker tucking a now muchcleaner and comfier whumpee back into bed.
