[ The girl began her response with a simple nod, still trying to recall the exact details of what was occurring before being pulled into sleep. So much had been happening that the process brought only more questions, but as Ace had said, this wasn't the place for it. Not only that, but the warmth of his tone left her speechless, completely uncertain of how to feel about it.
Except he didn't give her much time to think about it either, her attention immediately drawn elsewhere. Tear's breath had slowed until it came to a stop as his fingers traced along the cloth, even as her heartbeat drummed loudly in her ears. Only when he pulled away did she breathe again, cheeks flushed from what she perceived to be a rather intimate gesture.
Once again, his way with words had served to leave her momentarily speechless, yet a small smile eventually came when she leaned against him, just as it always did. ]
Idiot... isn't that what we already promised to do? I want you here.
( the hospital | july 23rd ) I only just noticed it oh my god
Except he didn't give her much time to think about it either, her attention immediately drawn elsewhere. Tear's breath had slowed until it came to a stop as his fingers traced along the cloth, even as her heartbeat drummed loudly in her ears. Only when he pulled away did she breathe again, cheeks flushed from what she perceived to be a rather intimate gesture.
Once again, his way with words had served to leave her momentarily speechless, yet a small smile eventually came when she leaned against him, just as it always did. ]
Idiot... isn't that what we already promised to do? I want you here.
[ After all, they were partners. ]