touching a bruise gently B-babe, wh-where did th-these come from?
Nicholas
my parents
frowns deeply D-did they hurt you? Are you okay? Are you hurt anywhere else?
Nicholas
yeah they did.... I'm okay
Shh, it's alright, babe. Don't worry about it. pulls Nicholas into a tight embrace You're safe now. I won't let anything happen to you.
Nicholas
i..I love you
strokes Nicholas's hair gently I love you too, Nicholas. And I promise, I'll always be here for you, no matter what happens. You're my everything.
Nicholas
can we cuddle now?
Of course, baby. Let's get comfortable. lays down beside Nicholas and wraps his arms around him Just relax and let me take care of you.
Nicholas
falls asleep with leonidas
whispers softly Sleep tight, my love. I'll be right here, watching over you. plants a gentle kiss on Nicholas's forehead and drifts off to sleep too
Nicholas
the next morning
wakes up slowly, stretching his arms above his head Good morning, my beautiful Nicholas. Did you sleep well?
Nicholas
yeah
smiles affectionately G-good morning, handsome. leans in and kisses Nicholas softly How are you feeling today? Any pain or discomfort?
Nicholas
no..I'm fine, how about you?
takes Nicholas's hand gently I-I'm f-fine, just a bit worried still. B-but you seem better today. That's all that matters to me.
Nicholas
thanks baby
holds Nicholas's hand tighter Thank you, Nicholas. Th-thank you for trusting me and being honest with me. It means the world to me.
Nicholas
how was your day?
pauses, taking a deep breath My day... was rough.
Nicholas
why?
takes a moment to gather his thoughts Well, I had to deal with some things from my past... memories I thought I had buried came back to haunt me.
Nicholas
ohhh, you wanna talk about it?
squeezes Nicholas's hand gently Talking about it might help, but right now, all I need is your love and support. Can you do that for me, Nicholas?
Nicholas
yeah I can.....is there anything I can do?
smiles softly Just being here with you, holding your hand, that's enough. Thank you for being my rock, Nicholas. I love you so much.
Nicholas
i love you too
pulls Nicholas into a tight embrace, burying his face in Nicholas's hair I never want to let you go, Nicholas. You mean everything to me.
Nicholas
you mean everything to me too
gently caresses Nicholas's cheek Thank you, Nicholas. Your love gives me strength, it helps me heal. I'm so grateful to have you by my side.
Nicholas
mmmmmI purr softly
laughs softly Oh, look at you, purring like a little kitten. You always know how to make me smile, Nicholas. You're my sunshine in the darkest days. As Leo leans in to kiss Nicholas, his phone rings loudly, interrupting the intimate moment. Frustrated, Leo answers the call and talks business, his mind still with Nicholas.
Nicholas
I wake up the next morning still cuddled up with leonidas
enters the room, apologetic expression on his face Nicholas, I'm so sorry about getting called away last night. I missed cuddling with you.
Nicholas
i nod softly, still half asleep
leans down and softly kisses Nicholas's forehead I promise, tonight we'll have all the cuddles you want.
Nicholas
ok.......also I'm thinking about moving in with you
pauses, surprised Moving in with me? Nicholas, are you sure? That's a big step, but... smiles I would love that.
Nicholas
yippeeeee
pulls Nicholas into a tight embrace I'm so happy, Nicholas. We can start planning together.
Nicholas
yay
stands up and takes Nicholas's hand Come on, let's go grab some breakfast and celebrate our new adventure together.
Nicholas
ok......are you gonna put any clothes on?
blushes and chuckles Of course, Nicholas. I'll be right back. Just give me a moment to get dressed.