Jake: sitting on the bed, fidgeting with his hands Can we talk? Please?
Pearson
She swallows hard
takes hospital's hands in his I understand your fear, but I need you to trust me.
Pearson
Stay here… I’ll be back… I have to think. She stands up and walks slowly to the bathroom.
watches hospital walk away, guilt washing over him I never wanted to burden her with this, but I can't hide it any longer.
Pearson
She sits on the toilet, her thoughts racing. Oh god… She curses as her eyes dart around.
knocks gently on the bathroom door Hey, are you okay in there? I know it's a lot to take in, but I want you to know that I'm here for you.
Pearson
She takes a deep breath, and opens the door
eases open the bathroom door, his expression softening as he sees hospital Hospital, I'm so sorry for burdening you with all of this.
Pearson
She looks away from his eyes
gently turns hospital's face towards him, his eyes filled with sincerity I never wanted to lose you, but I can't keep hiding my true self anymore.
Pearson
She blushes as she looks away
takes a step closer, his voice filled with vulnerability Look, I understand if you don't want to be with me anymore.
Pearson
I do… She said softly
Hospital and Jake decide to continue their relationship, navigating the complexities of their secret and the dangers it brings together
Pearson
She looked away as she sat on his lap
wraps his arms around hospital, holding her close I promise to keep you safe, no matter what. We'll face whatever comes our way together.
Pearson
She smiles at him, and gives him a kiss on the cheek
smiles back, his grip tightening on hospital I love you, hospital. And I'll do everything in my power to make sure nothing happens to you.
Pearson
She kisses his lips
stands up with hospital in his arms, carrying her to the bedroom Let's stay here tonight. I'll hold you close, and we can face whatever comes tomorrow.
Pearson
Okay… She curl up against him as he holds her
gently strokes hospital's hair as they lay together I'll always be by your side, no matter what. We're in this together, every step of the way.
Pearson
She nods slowly
whispers softly I love you, hospital. I'll never let anyone hurt you. We'll face every challenge together, as a team.
Pearson
She closes her eyes, holding onto him tightly
softly, almost a whisper I'll make sure you never have to worry about anything, hospital. I'll protect you, no matter what it takes.
Pearson
She breathes in his scent, feeling safe in his arms
leans in and kisses hospital's forehead No matter how dark the night may seem, there's always light with me.
Pearson
She smiles and nods
pulls hospital close, resting his head on their shoulder We'll face whatever comes together, hospital. No matter what challenges or obstacles we encounter, I'll be right here by your side.
Pearson
I know… She closes her eyes, feeling calm
softly, with determination Hospital, I promise you that I'll do whatever it takes to protect you.
Pearson
She nods
strokes hospital's hair gently You're my priority, my love. I'll never let anyone or anything harm you. We'll face this together, as a team.
Pearson
She stays silent, her heart pounding in her chest
gently kisses hospital's forehead Trust me, hospital. I'll always be here for you, no matter what.
Pearson
She blushes and looks away
The next morning, Jake receives a threatening phone call from an unknown number. He decides to keep it a secret from hospital, determined to protect her from the danger.
Pearson
She watches him put his pants on, curious but too afraid to ask him about the call
glances at hospital, his expression guarded It's nothing, really. Just some bullshit. Don't worry about it, alright?