Beneath The Veil Of Desire

The Nightmare💭

In the cocoon of their shared bed, Heaven had experienced a level of comfort she had never known before. Her eyes remained closed, basking in the warmth of the moment. Thoughts of Jacob filled her mind, and happiness radiated within her.

Yet, something felt different. A slight chill on her back contrasted with the warmth on her cheeks and chest. Slowly, she opened her eyes, and there he was, Jacob, sleeping soundly, holding her close.

A smile graced her lips as she admired his handsome and perfect features. He was snoring softly, a sweet sound of peace. Her fingers moved of their own accord, resting gently on his cheek. Even in slumber, he responded, nuzzling her palm.

Heaven couldn't help but watch him for several minutes, taking in every detail of his face. Her heart swelled with affection.

Reluctantly, she tried to disentangle herself from his embrace, making her way to the bathroom to freshen up.

The bathroom revealed a luxurious bathtub, where she lingered, letting the warm water relax her. Afterward, she donned a simple purple outfit and started drying her hair.

But then, an abrupt, heart-wrenching cry shattered the steadiness. Jacob was having a nightmare.

Without hesitation, Heaven rushed back to their bed. His body was writhing in distress, silent pleas escaping him.

"Jacob!" she called out, her hands shaking his shoulders to wake him from the nightmare. "Jacob!"

He cried out in agony, his body shivering, tears staining his cheeks. Heaven's heart ached for him.

Drawing closer, she kissed his wet cheeks and cradled his face in her hands. His gaze met hers, and she could feel the unbearable pain that lay behind his eyes.

"Jacob," she whispered, her voice filled with tenderness.

In moments, he seemed to snap out of the nightmare, trembling in her tiny arms. She held him close, offering comfort.

"Everything is fine," she reassured him, her tears mingling with his. "Sleep again, Jacob. I'll be right here until you fall asleep."

He held her tightly, finding solace in her presence. Gradually, he drifted off to sleep, and Heaven continued to run her fingers through his hair, soothing him.

As they lay together, she couldn't help but think of the lyrics that now seemed to define their bond:

"Stay close to my heart because every breath I take is to be with you. I never had faith in me, but everything seems easy with you by my side. Something I want to say whenever you are around. I want to rest my head on your chest and keep hearing my name. Stay close to my heart. Every breath I take is for you."

Heaven's thoughts were interrupted as Jacob whispered her name, seeking her attention.

"Hmm?" she responded.

"Why does everyone abandon me here alone?" he questioned, his eyes filled with vulnerability.

"I'm not, Jacob," Heaven replied softly. "If you want me to stay, I will stay."

She kissed his forehead gently, and suddenly, he shifted to face her. Their eyes met, and in an instant, his lips met hers in a passionate kiss. She was taken by surprise but didn't hesitate to respond.

"Kiss me back, Heaven," he urged amidst the kiss. Their lips locked, and Heaven felt her body pressed to his.

Moments later, they broke the kiss, both breathing heavily. It was an unexpected turn of events, and an awkward silence hung in the air.

Heaven's heart raced, and she couldn't bring herself to look at Jacob. The sensation of his lips lingered, along with his minty taste. She saw the loneliness and sadness in his eyes.

In the aftermath of their unexpected kiss, an awkward silence enveloped the room. Heaven's heart raced, and she couldn't tear her gaze away from Jacob's face, which displayed a mix of emotions-loneliness, confusion, and vulnerability.

Unable to bear the silence any longer, Jacob finally broke it with a trembling voice. "I... I'm sorry, Heaven. I don't know what came over me."

Heaven's heart ached as she watched him struggle with his emotions. She reached out and gently placed her hand on his cheek, her touch soft and reassuring. "Jacob, there's nothing to be sorry about," she whispered, her voice filled with tenderness. "We're both trying to make sense of our feelings and sometimes, unexpected things happen."

Jacob's eyes met hers, and for a moment, they held a silent understanding. They were both navigating uncharted territory, their hearts and minds in turmoil.

Heaven continued, her voice soft but resolute, "I want you to know that I care about you deeply, Jacob. You've brought so much happiness into my life, and I can't deny that there's a connection between us that I can't ignore."

Jacob nodded, his eyes filled with gratitude. "Heaven, you mean the world to me. I've never met anyone like you, and I can't help but feel drawn to you in ways I've never felt before."

Tears welled up in Heaven's eyes as she realized the depth of their connection. "Jacob, I want to be here for you, to help you through your nightmares and your pain. You don't have to face it alone."

Jacob's expression softened, and he pulled her into a warm embrace. They held each other tightly, finding solace in each other's presence. It was a moment of vulnerability and acceptance, where they both acknowledged the complexities of their feelings.

As they lay there together, Heaven began to softly sing the lyrics that had resonated with them earlier:

"Stay close to my heart because every breath I take is to be with you. I never had faith in me, but everything seems easy with you by my side. Something I want to say whenever you are around. I want to rest my head on your chest and keep hearing my name."

Jacob closed his eyes, listening to the soothing melody of Heaven's voice. It was a lullaby of love and understanding, a promise to be there for each other through the storms of life.

Hours passed, and eventually, their fatigue caught up with them. Jacob held Heaven close, and as they drifted into a peaceful sleep, their hearts found comfort in the warmth of their embrace.

In the quiet of the night, their intertwined souls continued to whisper the words of a love story that was still unfolding, a story filled with challenges and unexpected moments, but above all, a story of two hearts finding solace and love in each other's presence.