SAVE ME FROM FALLING

Chapter 12. Closer Bond

YEAR 3. Since Aya rented Mikhs spare room, the two roommates got closer. They help each other out with their house chores. Aya enjoys cooking, which was Mikhs least prefers doing. So, she volunteered to do their dishes instead. They will have food delivered when Aya is not up for cooking, or if they are too tired from school activities.

They are in the dining room learning while eating pizza. Aya can see her roommate constantly tapping her notes.

Will you stop making a noise? I can't concentrate. Aya started complaining.
It is Friday night and here we are, studying and reading. Mikhs responded in annoyance.

You know, I hate cramming. Besides, it is better we finish it now, and then we can sit back over the weekend. Aya stated while still highlighting her notes.

Nope, I can't think any more. I needed to unwind first. Mikhs left the dining area and sits in the lounge, flicking the remote control. Aya just looked at her.

Aya came in minutes with a bowl of popcorns at hand. "So, what are we going to watch?" Mikhs just smiled and set up to play stranger things series from their Netflix box.

They reclined their sofa and got settled. So comfortable that Mikhs failed to notice her roommate was fast asleep beside her.

She went to her room to pick up some fleece. Aya felt a smooth layer hovering on top of her. "Mikhs, what time is it?"

It is 10 pm, try to sleep now in your room. Mikhs suggested.
No, I still wanted to watch the series with you. Aya responded.
You can't even keep your eyes open, Aya. Mikha was teasing her.

Shusshh... just play it. I am listening to it. Aya moves closer and leans her head on her shoulder. "This is so comfy" and huddled more.

Mikhs was surprised by the actions. The series remains playing, but her mind is not on it anymore.
Some strands of hair fell into Aya's face and Mikha could not help but to tuck it in behind her ears.

Aya mumbled and curled up more into her. She even lifted Mikha's right arm so she can lean comfortably on her chest. Mikha found it sweet and held Aya in her embrace. She caresses her arms until Aya falls back into her slumber.

This scenario always happens every film night. Mikha is not complaining. In fact, she was glad they got along so well. But her mind juggling with the way her emotions are playing. She feels alive and happy, but she seems frustrated at the same time. She needed to remind herself what they have was just Platonic, a best friend card, nothing more, nothing less.

Mikhs enjoys the warm embrace, and she could not help but to look at her sleeping best friend. She ended the film and played a soft music in the background instead. Mikhs find herself so comfortable beside Aya, and she could not back but follow her into sleep.