FROM FRIENDS TO MORE || Gavi x Pedri

Chapter 22 :: Good morning

Pedri, seeing the exhaustion etched on Gavi's face, gently scooped him into his arms.  Gavi, surprised by the sudden movement, clung to Pedri's neck, his body instinctively seeking comfort in his friend's embrace.

Pedri carried Gavi out of the bathroom, his steps sure and steady, his grip on Gavi firm yet gentle.  He navigated the hallway with ease, the weight of Gavi in his arms a reassuring reminder of the responsibility he felt towards his friend.

He reached Gavi's bedroom and carefully laid him down on the bed, his movements slow and deliberate.  Gavi, still half-asleep, mumbled something unintelligible, his head seeking the comfort of the pillow.  Pedri gently adjusted the blanket, tucking it around Gavi's shoulders, ensuring his comfort.

He sat beside Gavi on the bed, his hand resting on his back, offering a silent reassurance.  Gavi, his eyelids fluttering, drifted deeper into sleep, his breathing slowing, his body relaxing into the soft embrace of the mattress.  He snuggled closer to Pedri, his head finding solace in the warmth of Pedri's chest, his body seeking the safety of his friend's presence.

Pedri, feeling the weight of Gavi's head on his chest, wrapped his arm around him, holding him close.  He watched over him, his heart filled with a mixture of concern and affection.  He knew Gavi's journey wouldn't be easy, but he was determined to be there for him, to offer him support and understanding, to help him navigate the complexities of his emotions.  He would be his anchor, his rock, his safe harbor in the storm.

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The first sliver of sunlight, a hesitant golden finger, crept through the gap in the curtains, painting the room in a soft, warm glow. Gavi stirred, his eyelids fluttering open to the sight of Pedri's face, inches from his own, bathed in the gentle light. Pedri was still asleep, his features relaxed, a faint smile playing on his lips. Gavi's heart fluttered, a warmth spreading through him as he realized he was safe, he was held, he was loved.

He felt Pedri's arm wrapped around him, a comforting weight against his back. Gavi snuggled closer, inhaling the familiar scent of Pedri's cologne, a scent that always seemed to calm his anxieties. He couldn't help but smile, a soft, sleepy smile that mirrored Pedri's.

"Good morning, sleepyhead," Pedri mumbled, his voice a low rumble in his chest. His hand reached out, gently tracing the outline of Gavi's cheek.

Gavi's heart skipped a beat at the touch. "Morning," he whispered back, his voice barely audible. He felt a blush creep up his neck, a warmth that had nothing to do with the morning sun.

"Did you sleep well?" Pedri asked, his voice a soft caress against Gavi's ear.

Gavi nodded, his eyes closing again as he leaned into Pedri's touch. "Yeah, I did. Thanks to you."

Pedri chuckled, a sound that vibrated through Gavi's body. "You're welcome," he murmured, his voice a warm whisper against Gavi's skin. He tightened his arm around Gavi, pulling him closer, as if to hold him against the world.

Gavi felt a wave of contentment wash over him. He knew, with a certainty that settled deep in his soul, that Pedri would always be there for him.

"I'm glad you're here," Gavi whispered, his voice barely a breath.

Pedri leaned down, his lips brushing against Gavi's forehead. "I'm always here," he murmured, his voice a promise whispered against Gavi's skin.

They lay there for a while, bathed in the soft glow of the morning light, their bodies intertwined, their hearts beating in sync.  Gavi felt Pedri's chest rise and fall with each breath, a gentle rhythm that soothed him. He traced the lines of Pedri's face with his fingers, memorizing every curve and crease, every freckle and scar.

The world outside their little haven seemed to fade away, replaced by the comforting presence of each other.  They were safe, they were together, and for now, that was all that mattered.  The warmth of Pedri's embrace, the gentle rhythm of his breathing, the soft scent of his cologne, all combined to create a haven of peace and security that Gavi had never known before.

Gavi closed his eyes, his heart filled with a sense of peace he hadn't felt in days. He was finally home.