Beauty and the beast (Will Ramos)

8.

Gabriella POV

4 weeks had gone by rather quickly. We were almost done shooting the third music video and this one had been the most intense one so far. I was inside a water tank since for most scenes I was supposed to be under water and I was struggling. I wasn't used to holding my breath for long periods of time and performing under water.

We had been shooting these scenes for 3 days now to get the perfect shots and by the end of every day I was struggling to stay awake as soon as I got home. Relief washed over me as the director called the final cut for today and I couldn't wait to get out of the wet, cold dress that was clinging to my body.

Anna wrapped me in a towal as soon as I was in reaching distance and she quickly ushered me into the changing room. "As soon as you get home I want you to take a hot bath or shower, you're freezing." concern laced her voice and all I could do was nod. The water wasn't ice cold but beeing in that tank for hours straight without much movement made me feel like I was taking an ice bath.

As soon as I was dressed in my usual sweatpants and a long sleeved shirt me and Anna walked back out into the studio where Will and Austin where waiting. The guys didn't get filmed today but they still showed up to watch.

"There they are." Austin smiled as soon as he saw us but Wills smile dropped as he took in my shaking form. "Here." He grabbed a hoodie he had brought with him and helped me put it on. Once it was on he pulled me into a hug. As soon as I felt his body heat around me I closed my eyes and leaned against him more. I could've fallen asleep right then and there.

"Okay let's get you home you need to warm up." with that we walked towards our cars but Will didn't even let me near mine and instead opened his passanger door for me. I didn't complain since I felt like I would fall asleep as soon as I sat down. Once I was securely in his car I closed my eyes.

The next time I opened them I was laying in my bed with strong arms wrapped around me and the TV playing quietly. I tried to move but my whole body was aching as if I had done a 5 hour long full body workout. Groaning I pressed my face further into Wills chest.

"Hey how are you sleepyhead?" Will only got another groan in response which seemed enough for him. I felt like I got hit by a train 3 times in a row, a headache was forming and I could feel my throat beeing sore. The weather had gotten a bit cooler over the past week or two so it was no surprise that I got sick after the endless shoots in the water tank.

"You want me to run you a bath? Or make you some soup?" It warmed my heart that Will was here and took care of me as if it was the most normal thing in the world. I lifted my head to look at him only to find him already looking at me with pity in his eyes. I couldn't lie even tho I felt so loved by him taking care of me I didn't want to keep him away from a fun weekend with his friends.

"You don't have to stay here." my voice was raspy and I cringed at how it sounded. "Nonsense, I already went and got some of my stuff for the weekend. I'll run you a bath." He didn't leave me a chance to response as he let go of me and strutted into my bathroom.

Was I dreaming? He's just giving up his free weekend to take care of me? Never in my life had someone done that for me let alone didn't make me feel like a burdon if they did care for me.

After a few minutes Will came back into the room and smiled at me as he reached out for my hands. He helped me stand up and supported me all the way to the bathroom, where he sat me down on the toilet. "I'll grab you some clothes." with that he was off again for another few minutes.

After he put a handful of clothes next to the sink he stopped the running water and looked at me with a look I couldn't quite pinpoint. Another smile crossed his face as he kissed me on my forehead and left the bathroom for good. Even in my sick state I was shocked at his antics and was frozen in my spot for a good few seconds before moving again.

Once I got my clothes off and my cold body touched the warm water I instantly felt more at ease. I washed my hair and body after just soaking for about 30 minutes and then decided to step out again. While I enjoyed the bath I really just wanted to get back into bed and most importantly into Wills arms.

Over the past 4 weeks my feelings for him only grew stronger, we had talked every day and constantly spent time together. Emily was convinced that me and him were soulmates and tried to get me to make a move on him but I just wanted to enjoy his company while it lasted.

I wasn't delusional, I could see that Will liked me too but I didn't know to what extent. In all honesty I was scared that I was just a little crush in his eyes that he would soon forget about.

I put on the clothes Will had brought me only to blush as I put on the fresh pair of underwear too. At least he didn't bring me a bra which I wouldn't have put on anyways. Right now I just wanted to be comfortable.

As I dragged my body back into my bedroom he was already there waiting on my bed. Seeing Will laying in my bed felt like a dream come true and I could've stared at him forever but I was soon shaken back to reality by a horrible cough ripping through me.

"Hey Ella come here." his arms grabbed my hips and he guided me to the bed. We layed beside each other in a comfortable silence. Even tho I just had a hot bath and was laying underneath my covers I still felt cold so I did the only logical thing I could do. I scooted right up to Will and cuddled into him.

"Someones very cuddly today." he chuckled and wrapped his arms around me once again. I didn't response and only hid my smiling and blushing face in his chest. I really wished we could be like this all the time and not just when I'm sick. Sleeping in his arms, the constant body contact, the sweet words that showed how much he cared and just having him around in general, it was something I had always wanted in a relationship.

I was a very independant woman but just knowing that someone was there to take care of me if I needed it was such an amazing feeling. The biggest question I had right now tho was, how long is this going to last for? Will he eventually get bored of me? Is his crush going to fade away? I was scared that soon the day would come where he wouldn't message me, or call, or just show up at my house.

My head was spinning from all my overthinking and I couldn't help the tears from falling. No matter how hard I tried I couldn't help the sob that escaped my lips.

"Hey hey what's wrong? Are you in pain?" Will cupped my cheek with his large, warm hand and wiped away a tear with his thump. His touch was so gentle and soft it only made me cry more to think about the fact that one day I won't feel it again. All I wanted right now was to be as close as possible to him.

"Hey shhh. Baby it's okay." the petname didn't even register in my mind as I just pressed my face more into his chest. "Ella please tell me what's wrong, I'm worried about you." his voice was laced with concearn and I felt horrible for not knowing how to answer him. I wasn't okay right now, my mind was spiraling and there was nothing for me to hold onto to keep myself from falling further.

I felt Wills fingers interlacing with my own and his lips on the back of my hand. "Please look at me." his pleading words caused me to open my eyes again and look into his. His brown orbs were dark and laced with worry. Looking into his loving eyes gave me the anchor I needed to finally press out a few words.

"Please stay here with me?" I knew he had already said that he was going to stay over the weekend but for me these words had another meaning. It seemed that Will understood what I meant since he once again cupped my cheek with his hand and looked deep into my eyes for a few seconds before he spoke.

"I'm here to stay Ella. The only way I'll leave is if you tell me to." his words meant more to me than I could ever discribe in words so I just nodded my head slightly. A little smile made it's way onto his face.

"Get some more sleep, I'll be right here when you wake up." to other people that statement wouldn't have been necessary but it gave me comfort and made falling asleep a lot easier.

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Word count: 1664

Okay so I might have projected my own feelings a little in this one. ^^ But I hope you guys liked it none the less!

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