Revenge - English Version

Chapter 18 - Labyrinth of Emotions

CARE POV

I wake up wrapped in strong arms, and a smile forms on my lips. The feeling of being held by the dark-haired man with curls is as comforting as the warmth of a fireplace on a cold winter's day. Memories of yesterday drift through my mind like a film playing in slow motion.

Flashback

- Caroline Anne Payne, would you like to be my girlfriend?

- Girlfriend? I look at him, surprised. - Girlfriend, girlfriend? Like, us being a couple?

- I think that's what being a girlfriend means.

- But... Harry. You don't do relationships, at least, that's what the boys say.

- I know, but I want to be in a relationship with you.

- But... isn't this a bit sudden?

- You know, my heart is almost at its limit for how much rejection it can take. He places a hand on his chest, and I can't help but laugh. I know I'm giving him the worst answers or asking the silliest questions, but... a relationship? I've never had a boyfriend.

I've been with a few boys, had fun crushes, but it was never enough to call it a relationship. My heart has always longed for more than they could give me.

I look at the smiling boy in front of me, his messy curls falling over his eyes, his dimples making him even more endearing, and the tattoos peeking out from his jumper collar adding the final touch, making him irresistible.

Have I found that "more"?

- Care, I can hear the gears turning in your brain. He teases, taking my hand. - You know, a relationship isn't as heavy as people make it seem. Let's break it down. Do you intend for us to keep having... moments like this one?

- Yes... And maybe more, I finish silently in my mind.

- Do you intend to be with me and other boys?

- No, of course not!

- Do you intend to hide what we have from others?

- No, I mean, I don't want to be overly affectionate in front of everyone, but I don't have the energy to keep hiding things from people, especially without a reason.

- Agreed. Do you like me?

- Yes, I do... a lot.

- Is this just a fling for you?

- No.

- Then welcome, this is a relationship.

Flashback

- Good morning, love.

His voice is even huskier than usual, more seductive. He lazily opens his eyes, a wide dimpled smile lighting up his face. Blimey, this man is handsome.

- Good morning, Haz, my boyfriend.

I stretch, giving him the chance to wrap his arms around my waist and steal a kiss, slow and soft, delicious.

- I could wake up like this every day, - he hums, and I smile, snuggling closer to his chest.

He starts playing with my hair, and we stay like that for a few minutes, in silence, just enjoying each other's company.

- I'm hungry, Hazz... I think I'll go downstairs.

I turn to give him a goodbye kiss with the intention of getting out of bed, but after accepting the kiss, he pulls me even closer.