The Promise

44) Aurora

I open my eyes and assess my surroundings as I remember everything that happened hours ago. He's still sleeping in my arms, but now his head is on my stomach and his arm is sprawled on the length of my thighs. The room is so quiet and peaceful as I look at the clock for the time; it's 2 am. This means that Dionne has 3 hours to come home from her night shift.

I try to lift him off of me to go prepare something for him to eat. I lift him in slow motion when he takes a deep breath, I freeze then continue the attempt to get him off. Finally, I lay his head on the pillow and then, headed outside; closing the room behind me.

I enter the kitchen and open the cabinets to look for ingredients. I find some veggies in the fridge and chicken breast; I decide to make him soup.

I stop a scream from coming out when I feel fur on my leg; this scream is turned into a coo as I look down to see a baby grey kitten, "Who are you, cutie pie?" I bend down to cradle it in my arms. "You hungry, little baby?" I coo as I place him on the floor; looking for his food. I find it and add some in his place, water too.

I leave the soup to cook and I go sit next the baby kitten as he eats. It's a he, he looks at me then continues eating. I smile at him and place him in my lap after he finishes eating; I scratch behind his ears as he enjoys it and rubs his head against my fingers.

I prepare the food in a plate and take it to his room. I place it next to the bed then, I smooth his hair away from his face. I look at his face; noticing every feature, his dark brows and lashes, his straight nose, cheekbones, jaw, the hint of stubble and his lips. They are so soft and pink, I question what's in my mind, but I mean he's asleep. I bend downwards towards him and plant a kiss on his lips. I pull away and smile shyly to myself.

"Omer" I wake him up softly, patting on his shoulder. He opens his eyes instantly, "Are you okay?" he says frowning. I laugh, "Why do you always as if I'm okay when it's you who's supposed to be asked this?"

He grunts and this can be the sexiest sound I ever heard. I place my palm on the side of his face, he leans on it closing his eyes. "How are you feeling now?" I ask. He nods and smiles saying, "I feel so good."

I frown understandingly, "Then, sit your ass up, Mughrabi." He repositions himself sitting up; half- shirt on. I look back at him and cackle, he grins "You're bullying an ill man? How rude." He touches his exposed side feigning hurt. "You can wear the other side of the shirt, now," I say still shaking from laughter.

"Come here" he grabs me and I squeal, "Omer! You're sick, stop!" he tickles me and I don't give any response as I look at him from his lap. "I'm not ticklish" I murmur, "hmm, I know," he says softly. "How did you know?" I ask, "I heard you when Dionne was tickling you in her office; months ago."

"You have a good memory, Mr. Mughrabi" I muse, he nods "It was the first time I got jealous of a girl" he deadpans and I giggle. I stand up and he frowns at the lack of contact, I help him wear the other side of the shirt. "You should eat something; I made you soup," I tell him.

He smiles, "Can I go change first and call to apologize for the meeting I missed?" he asks," Fuck it. Fuck the meeting, fuck everything, Omer."

His eyes soften, "I'm sorry I ruined your day and everything." He looks to the other side of the room. I grab his face and pull him in for a hug; kissing the top of his head, "Don't you dare say that again. I'm glad you told me." I comfort him as I pat his back.

"You were worried" he murmurs in my embrace. I pull back to look into his eyes, "Are you really questioning this? Omer, I was losing my shit. Of course, I was scared to death!" he hugs me again, "I'm sorry" he whispers, "Don't be, My Romeo" I joke as he snorts.

I pull back then say, "You'll eat first then, change". He narrows his eyes, "No one orders me." "There is now, now open your pretty mouth" I demand and feed him. He finishes the bowl after fighting like a real baby, but he finishes it anyway, so I win.

I was sitting on his bed reading from a book I found with the kitten on my chest. When he comes out of the shower. "You met Knox already." He smiles and I lose the ability to talk as I look at him. Speak of another level of attractive.

I look at the baby kitten kissing its head, "Aren't you handsome, Mr. Knox!" I coo. "Now, I'm jealous of a cat?" he asks himself as he leaves the room and then comes back. I laugh, "Seriously, I didn't know you're a cat person!" I exclaim as he takes a seat next to me on the bed. "I found him sitting next to the car so I brought him in. He helps." I smile sadly, I feel bad for him; he's lonely and after today.

"Omer, can I ask you something?" he nods, "Of course, dove."

"Why does nobody know?",

"Crew does, I think. I don't like telling anyone, what happened isn't that okay. I always manage, but I don't know this time why was it like that. It's getting harsh."

"What is that, Omer?"

"Seizures. My nervous system gets fucked up for a while." He pauses then adds, "Years ago, I got injected with a substance and it affected me."

"How!?" I ask shocked.

He smiles rubbing my arm, "That's not a question to answer tonight, dove."

I nod then place Knox at the end of the bed and stand. "Where are you going?" he asks concerned. I give him a sweet smile as I round the bed to his side, pull the sheets on top of him then adjust the pillow under his head. "Letting you rest, don't worry I'm here. I'll go get something to read or study while you're sleeping."

"I don't sleep, dove. I already did."

"You did when I was there and you'll do again 'cause I'm not going anywhere." I feel like I'm talking about something else, but let it slide.

I lean in and place a kiss on his forehead. He closes his eyes then opens his mouth to ask, "Can I have one?".

I smile understanding, but decide to tease him, "Have what, Mister?"

"A kiss. Just one."

"I don't think so, I already had it when you were sleeping. You've reached your limit."

He widens his eyes, sitting up causing me to back away giggling. "And I wasn't there to feel it? you're playing unfair, fuck when did I become a heavy sleeper." I laugh enjoying his frustration.

"Come here, give me my kiss. That wasn't fair."

"Nuh"

"Dove. "He warns. "Yes, Omer?" I answer innocently. He smiles then grabs my waist urging me closer. I smile again and let him kiss me, it was a small soft one "Good night, Omer" I murmur softly as he smiles and goes back to bed and closes his eyes.