The Light of Dawn (Second book in His Light series)

Chapter Twenty-Five

Dawn's POV

Ever since the surgery, Jay's been acting weird. Almost... sadder and distant. Although, he was always by my side and taking care of me. He made sure I had all my pills, took Silver for walks, and set everything up with my high school for the rest of the month.

I would be able to come back in a few more days, but then I wouldn't be able to do any physical activity like gym.

He even helped me in the bathtub, although he left before he could see anything. I know it's horrible of me to do this, but I don't know if I forgive him yet but at the same time, I wish we were back together and happy. Like the way we were before.

I missed him. So much. And the worst part about it, is that he's right there waiting for me.

I slowly walk into my bedroom for the night, sad as I slowly lay down and pull the covers over me in pain. Another lonely night in the same cold bed.

I hear a knock at my door, gentle but loud enough for me to hear. "Come in." I call softly, Jay peaks in and slowly walks towards me.

His eyes were dull, just as they have been since I first told him that I couldn't forgive him. "Are you all set?" He asks, giving me that same smile that didn't fool me. I study him for a second, staying quiet.

I pat the bed beside me decidedly. It was time. Not just because I missed him, although that did play a part, it was because I wasn't mad at him anymore and I knew he was giving every part of himself into this relationship to make it work. I knew he learned his lesson. He sits down beside my feet instead of closer to me, like I would have loved. I missed him, and I wanted cuddles and kisses and love.

I clear my throat as he waits for me to speak patiently. "Jay..." He perks up, eyes sharp as a whip as he finally gets some life into his eyes.

"I understand that you did it all to protect me. I love you so much, more than life itself, and what you did broke me. But, I... I forgive you Jay. I don't want to lose you again, so please let's just make a promise for the sake of this relationship." I say gently, he nods quickly.

"Anything." He responds, hope in his voice.

"Not only will we love each other every day, but we talk to each other and make decision together. We be honest and no more breaking up just to protect the other. Let's talk and go over our fucking options instead." I speak brutally, he laughs and crawls towards me with a real smile.

"I can promise that! Does that mean I can finally hug, kiss, and cuddle you until you're my fluffy little marshmallow?" Laughing, I nod and open my arms. He lays his head on my chest, snuggling against me with a content smile.

Instantly, the ache in my heart and any pains I have just disappears. I was finally in his arms again. "Does that make me your boyfriend again?" He whispers against me, looking up with puppy eyes.

"Yes, silly." I giggle, he smiles and wraps his around me as mine were around him and playing with his hair. It was so soft and silky, just slipping through my fingers. "Do you have fucking clouds for your hair?" I exclaim, he chuckles.

"No, I just use some wonderful products my barber told me to use." He laughs, I pout.

"I want your barber to give me some products." I whisper enviously, he smiles against me as his eyes never leave my face.

"Okay. I'll bring you to see her tomorrow." He whispers softly, leaning up to kiss my cheek.

"I love you."

His eyes light up, a smile stretching across his face like he just won the lottery.

"I love you too, Sunshine." He beams, I lean down to kiss the top of his head.

"Tomorrow, I'm also moving back into your room," I add, he chuckles.

"Our room." He interrupts. I roll my eyes.

"Because," I overexaggerate the word, holding back a giggle at his expression. "I hate this room. It holds too many empty nights and I miss our room." I sigh softly, he nods.

"Of course, darling. I'd do anything for you." He smirks, I lightly smack him.

"Stop being so cheesy!" I squeal, he laughs and kisses the side of my neck.

"No can do, sweetheart." He winks. He fucking winks at me!

"Rude." I joke, he just smiles. "I missed you. When I saw you at prom, I wished we had gone together and that we were dancing. But it's too late now." I sigh, he sits up quickly.

"It's not too late. We can throw a huge graduation party and dance all night if you'd like. I can rent out the biggest hotel in the city, and I can set it all up. You wouldn't have to lift a finger." Jay exclaims, I tilt my head but a smile blooms across my face.

"Okay. Deal." I agree, he grins like an excited child on Christmas. I laugh, pulling him close again. "Cuddles." I pout, he smiles and cuddles into me. Finally, I thought, as I drifted off to sleep.