(russian, n.) - not death, not suicide, but simply ceasing to exist; deteriorating in a way that is painful for others

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Dream groans as the light from the bedroom windows sting his face. Everything hurts- the pit in his heart sinking into the bottom of his chest and into a deep sigh. He should be basking in the warmth of his lover. He should be running his hands through his thick pink tangles. He should be kissing his pale skin senseless.

Instead, he lies in bed grimacing at the ceiling. Millions of thoughts rack through his brain; he sorts through them all and pinpoints one: George knows. He can't deny how his best friend admitted to knowing about his relationship with a certain anarchist. Who else could he be referring to? He also can't deny how he betrayed his trust by announcing Fundy and Dream's engagement.

"He knew!" Dream shouts to no one in particular. "How could he..." Do that to him- with no explanation... "I can't just ignore him. He's done enough damage already... How's Techno-'' Dream's eyes widened, "Oh my gods! Techno!"

He jumps up and rushes to throw over a new shirt and pants. He places his mask over his face, grabs his boots, and rushes out the door while pulling the boots up as he runs. He rushes past the corridors ignoring those who greeted him as he passed by.

Dream stopped immediately when he realized someone was walking in front of him. However, his momentum had a different plan, and he lunged at the person in front- attacking him into the ground. Blinking slowly, Dream sees Fundy below him with a surprised face.

"I was going to wake you up." The fox shapeshifter laughs.

Dream cracks a small smile. "Well, thanks, Fundy." He stands up before lending the young man a hand. "I have to go right now, but we can hang out sometime today... if you want?"

Fundy grins at the offer; his cheeks flush red, "I'd like that, yes."

Dream, awkwardly, gives a thumbs up before continuing his run to the stables. He opens the stable door to his golden steed and mounts. As prepares to leave, he sees George rush to him.

"Dream!" He takes in hoarse breaths, "I'm so sorry! I can fix this!"

Dream stares at him with anger, "You've done enough."

"You can still decline!"

"In the interests of Dream SMP's relationship with the world, I wouldn't. We're just going to have to work around it, that's all."

"I'm sorry, Dream... I really am."

Dream closes his eyes and takes a deep breath. "Apology accepted." He says before taking off.

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He rides into the forest he promised to meet Technoblade. He finds the pinkette sleeping by a nearby tree. His sword is planted in the tree, and Dream can see multiple cuts on bark. Dream furrows his eyebrows at the sight. He rushes off Spirit to wake the sleeping beauty. "Techno. Techno, wake up."

The pinkette opens his eyes, and his red hues tiredly glare at Dream. "You're late."

Dream smiles sadly. "I know, and I'm sorry... I just have a million things to tell you."

"It better be good."

"I can promise you it's not."

Technoblade sighs and collapses against his love. "Lay it on me, Dream."

Dream pats Techno's back and kisses his pink-stained hair. "I'm engaged."

Techno cocks an eyebrow, yet he does not move. "This better not be some bizarre proposal."

Dream chuckles, "I wish it was... I've been forced into an arranged marriage with Fundy."

Techno pushes Dream away in shock, "What."

"George and Schlatt have forced me into-"

"I heard you the first time." Techno glares, "Why don't you just say no."

"Because George knows." Technoblade's ruby eyes widen. "I don't know how, but he found us out."

"He won't... sell us out, right?"

"I hope not."

"Why the fuck would he force you to marry my nephew if he knew we were together." "

I don't know! He's not like that...'' Dream sighs, "He seemed sorry for us though, and he said he'll help us out of this mess."

"Then take it." Technoblade grimaces. "Make him get us out of this mess."

"Schlatt made me sign a fucking contract, love! I haven't even read it over! Let alone I have a date with Fundy later today!"

Time seems to stop at Dream yells that last sentence. The birds cease their chirping, and the wind stops blowing in the couple's face.

"You have what with Fundy?" Technoblade asks with dancing flames in his eyes.

Dream doesn't freeze at Techno's snarl as he answers calmly, "I asked the kid on a date. I have to keep up the charade, Techno."

"You can't." Techno growls.

Dream smiles sadly. "I can do as I please, Love."

"Don't go."

"I have no choice."

"You're the owner of this damn place! Surely-"

"This is indefinitely out of my hand."

"Then let's just run away."

Dream lifts his head at the sudden proposal and sighs, "Techno-"

"I don't care about Pogtopia or L'Manberg; I only care for two things: anarchy and you. Running away can give me both. I'm sick of hiding- I'm sick of everything getting in our way. Let's just run forever until this place is out of sight." Technoblade grips Dream's shoulder, pleading.

The wind blows again as if the universe is giving the masked man a time limit. "I can't."

Technoblade frowns, he stands up to grab his sword. "I hope your date goes swimmingly, Dream."

"Love-"

"I hope to see you soon."

"Techno!" Dream runs to stop the man, "Why does this sound like a goodbye?"

"It might be." Technoblade says emotionlessly.

Dream swallows the lump in his throat as tears stain his face. "We can work this out."

Technoblade places a hand on Dream's face, "You said so yourself: it's out of our hands."

Dream huffs sadly and leans close, "Can I kiss you- one last time?"

"Don't." Technoblade brushes a tear off Dream's face.

"Why not?"

"If you kiss me, I'm afraid I won't stop." His voice breaks at the end. The pinkette let's Dream go and walks away.

Dream, upset and determined, shouts to Technoblade. "I'll see what I can do!"

Technoblade stops and yells to him, "Then meet me here every single night."

Dream smiles. They're Dream and Technoblade; they can do anything.

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Dream: Plz stay
Techno: No
Dream: I have clout
Techno: Ok

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I'M BACCCCCCKKKKKK!! Did y'all miss me ;3 Just kidding, I know you did!Lmao, anyways- I've been busy! Sorry it took 3 months, but I needed the break. Thanks for the patience, and enjoy!