Chapter 1

"For fuck's sake, wipe that concerned expression off your face," he hissed and successfully yanked his hand away. If their earlier conversation and the witcher's apology brought them a step closer, now they had taken a huge leap back. Jaskier mentally backed away into his small cave, bringing up all the walls he possibly could to keep himself safe.

"We haven't seen each other in ages and suddenly, you come to me running and acting as if you care? When did you even care, Geralt? Why now? I'll tell you what's your deal, so listen carefully."
- Starts with Geralt rescuing Jaskier from the cell -

Triggers: mentions of torture and past violence, nightmares, emotionally unstable Jaskier and dumbfounded Geralt

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