Dark Horses

Chapter 23 - Plan

It was a beautiful morning and Mew found himself beside Gulf on the bed. Gulf was sleeping peacefully with a pout and that brought a smile to Mew's face. Mew had given thought about the whole episode, in which he lost control and wanted furthermore from Gulf, He was getting drawn not only by the sweetness and purity of Gulf's heart and his snarky, funny, and straightforward behavior but also his beautiful, soft, sexy yet bold and strong body. 

And that was scary. Scary because it was fast. Way too fast to feel like that. 

They had known each other for just a couple of weeks and there has been no improvement in getting hold of Lhong, and furthermore, Gulf was falling in love with him. This was not gonna be easy. 

Mew gulped as he raised his hand and turned, resting his head on his palm, looking at Gulf from above. His smile soon faded away into worry and he caressed Gulf's cheek softly. 

"I care for you. I know I do. But I can't do more than that. And I know there will be a time where I will hurt you, So I need you to understand and be strong. Probably, help me to be strong. " Mew whispered in his ear.

Gulf was sleeping soundly. He came closer and wrapped his hand around Mew's waist and snuggled to him warmly with a shuffle, "You talk too much, It's early. Let's sleep." Gulf said in sleep. 

"Let's Sleep. " Mew gave a sad smile. 

It was soon noon and everyone was instructed to pack their bags for a few days for a vacation. Pam was not very delighted to hear it but Gulf managed to convince her. Sam was excited. Mew was worried, for obvious reasons. The risks of Gulf being outside the premises were larger than inside. But Gulf needed this and so did the whole family, including Stu, Kia and Alex. 

The phone rang while Gulf and Mew were working out some plans on his laptop. They were deciding on the hotels, travels and the whole itinerary, Gulf was just a bit excited. He loved to travel and this time it would be after so long. 

"I'll get it. " Gulf stopped Mew from getting up from his seat with his palm on Mew's shoulder. He smiled. 

Gulf walked quickly to the phone and gave a wide smile as he picked up, "Hello?" 

Gulf's smile faded away and he looked at Mew. Mew looked at him confused, "What is it ?"

"You do want to take this call. " Gulf bit his lip. 

"Well, you do that when you're tensed. " Mew pointed towards his lips and took the receiver from his hand. 

"Hello?"

"Oh, Veronica. How are you ?" Mew smiled. Gulf crossed his arms as he stood there, staring at Mew. Mew gave a smile and caressed his cheek and mouthed 'It's Okay', Gulf rolled his eyes and rested his backside towards the wall, looking at him. 

"Oh... Are you alright?" Gulf tensed upon those words. 

"Okay. I'll bring Veeko there. I'll come over. " 

The last words surprised Gulf, He widened his eyes. Mew kept the receiver down and looked at Gulf with a defeated look, "Look. She is sick. She is unwell, she wanted some things and I'll just buy those and see her, I'll be back in few minutes. "

"But we haven't still decided on the venues yet! Nor the hotels! Even the flight tickets! And we leave today!" 

"Gulf.. Whatever you pick, I'll be fine with it, Just not too jazzy. About flights, don't worry about it. We will go private. Listen.." Mew came closer and wrapped his hands on his shoulders, Gulf looked away irritated, "- she is sick and I am her best friend, her only friend. Not everyone knows her as I do, rather likes her. "