Battles In Life

19

While Lochie went to grab one of his magazines, I cleaned up our mess from dinner. Rinsing all the dishes and put them in the dishwasher.
Hearing the front door open, i stepped out of the kitchen giving my attention to Lochie. He walked straight up to me, handing me his magazine. "This hasn't even hit the shelves yet" "really?" "Yeah next week" I nodded taking the magazine from him.
"I'm going to ahh, go sit down and have a look" "okay, I will join you".
Taking a seat on the lounge, Lochie sat right beside me putting his arm around my back. It didn't bother me I actually feel comfortable in his arms.
Looking through the magazine I can't believe these weren't touched up, the models are gorgeous and the scenery behind them look unreal. I do trust Lochie though and I know he wouldn't lie to me.
Alexander drays formal wear is absolutely stunning too. oh that reminds me we are going for lunch on Wednesday. I will have a big day I have jiu jitsu at eleven then out for lunch with Lochie.
"It looks incredible, every ahh image is perfect, you should be proud" "thanks dana" I looked at lochie "sorry what was that?" He gave me a mouth watering grin "I didn't say anything" "ah-huh".
Seeing him smile, it lit up his dark eyes bringing his cheeks up, making him look even more appealing to the eyes. Without saying anything he moved from beside me grabbing the magazine and placed it on the coffee table. "Is everything okay Lochie" he nodded then gave his attention to me.
"Do you want to go to bed?" "Yeah that sounds good". Lochie grabbed my hand helping me stand up and we both walked to the bedroom. Turning my music on, I then grabbed my bed wear and headed to the bathroom. Quickly stripping out of my clothes I put my singlet and boxers on before heading out to my room, Lochie was already laying in bed on his side facing my side of the bed.
Getting into bed, I moved in putting my hand on his side as his hand went straight to the side of my face his thumb running back and forth over my cheek.
"Hmm I noticed something today" "what did you notice?" "I had a transfer put in my account for the amount of twenty four hundred" I nodded "why wouldn't you let me pay for it?" "Because I ahh, like to pay my own way, I do not like you for your money Lochie" a Soft smile made its way on his face as he rose resting on his forearm hovering over me staring at me with his chocolate eyes. I could feel his breath on me and it made my heart race. As he neared closer his lips met mine in a soft lingering kiss. Opening my mouth just enough to let his tongue entwine with mine his hand slowly brushed down my side then back up again as I put my on the back of his neck.
This man right here is everything I needed in my life. I can only hope things don't turn sour I would hate to put my heart on the line for it to get broken but with him I'm willing to take the chance.
Lochie pulled away gripping my bottom lip between his. When he removed his mouth from mine I opened my eyes staring straight in to his. "you are beautiful" showing him a tender smile he grinned making me melt even more. "You need to stop smiling at me" "why?" He gave me a mouth watering grin making me shake my head "because it makes you look even more irresistible" "is that so?" "Yes" "okay I will just do this then" Lochie moved in pressing his lips to mine, this time a small peck then on my cheek and on my neck lingering a little longer before opening his mouth slightly and sucked on my neck. Damn what is this guy doing to me. "we should get some sleep" are you kidding me right now. "Yes we should" he pulled back away from the crook of my neck moving from over me to lay on his back. Hmm maybe I did something wrong, his sudden change was worrying. "Goodnight dana" "good night Lochie".
Closing my eyes my mind was In shambles it was such a sudden change. His voice was still sweet but his actions just did a full one eighty. "Dana stop thinking and get some sleep" "I'm trying". Feeling the bed dip, It felt like he had sat up but I didn't open my eyes just tried calming my mind. His arm moved across my stomach resting his hand on my side. I'm guessing he just lifted himself before laying on his side. "Dana" he whispered my name so softly. "Yeah? are you okay?" "More than okay" "why are you not trying to get some sleep, you ahh have work tomorrow?" "Yes I do but I wanted to make sure you are alright" "yes I am, try get some sleep" "I will".
As I laid next to Lochie I couldn't help but think how lucky I am to have an amazing guy next to me, with his arm now sitting across my stomach.
Keeping my eyes closed, i tried to stop my mind from ticking zoning into the music.
I hate this time of night struggling to switch my brain off, it happens quite often.
Lochies arm hadn't moved and his breathing had changed, so I knew he had fallen asleep.
I'm happy he can sleep, I wish I could do the same.
I wonder how mom and dad are going?, if they are safe, what if something has happened to them? Maybe I should call them, no I can't do that it's late. Oh no they are five hours behind.
Slowly moving myself from under lochies arm, I got out of bed grabbing my phone, left the bedroom and sat on the lounge calling mom.

"Hey dana is everything okay?" What a relief she answered "yes mom I just wanted to call you" "it's very late where you are" "yes I know my mind kept ticking and I started to worry" "we are doing fine dana, your dad and I caught up on some sleep and then had some dinner now we are relaxing on the balcony enjoying the beautiful views" "that sounds wonderful mom, how long are you staying in hawaii?" "Two weeks then we are heading to fiji. How is everything going at home?" "It's going okay, just been working, spending some time with Lochie and I also started jiu jitsu" "wow that's wonderful dana, what made you do that?" "I want to get better, I had done some research and it will hopefully help me mentally and physically" "I'm proud of you dana" "me too mom. Well I will let you get back to enjoying your holiday please tell dad I love him" "I will, are you sure you are okay?" "the daily struggle but other than that I am doing fine. love you mom" "love you too dana bye" "bye".
Sitting the phone beside me on the lounge, I leant back against the couch with my eyes closed. I felt relieved to hear mom and dad are doing okay. now I shouldn't worry too much.
Feeling two hands rest on my shoulders i opened my eyes. "Dana couldn't you sleep?" "I was talking with my mom. Sorry if I woke you" "are you going to try get some sleep?" I nodded and stood up grabbing my phone.
Walking around the couch, Lochie just waited until I had started walking towards the room, to move from behind the couch.
Placing my phone on my bedside table I then got into bed laying on my side and closed my eyes. Lochie got into bed putting his arm on my side. None of us speaking, I eventually fell asleep.

Waking up to a message on my phone, I rolled over grabbing it off my bedside table. Looking at the time it was ten twelve.
Message from Lochie.

Lochie - good morning dana. I thought I'd let you sleep I know you were very tired. I hope you slept well and you are feeling okay
-morning Lochie, yes I just woke up to your message. Have a good day
Lochie - are you sure you are okay dana?
-yes

For hours I have been constantly on the phone with customers, I don't mind that's why I do this type of job but needing a break I took my headset off and left the study/second bedroom and headed to the kitchen.
Grabbing myself a drink and some food, I sat down at the table to eat.
I haven't really had much today just some fruit but that's all I felt like.
Hearing my phone go off, I grabbed it out of my pocket.
Three messages from Lochie hmm I didn't even know he tried to contact me.

Lochie - how's your morning?, I hope you are resting.
Lochie - are you feeling okay dana?
Lochie - hey dana, sorry I can't help but worry. Do you still want to go see those two places today?.

- hi Lochie, I have been working all day sorry I didn't hear your messages come through. Yes we can if you'd like to see them.
Lochie - I am happy you replied I was just about to leave work to come see you. I will come pick you up at four.
- okay

Looking at the time it was already three seventeen. I need to go get changed, I have been in my pyjamas all day.