An Angel's Redemption

Being There For Each Other

It was 9 a.m. and I was still asleep.

~ Carlo's POV ~

Why is she still asleep? I wonder if she's okay...
I ran up the stairs and entered her room. She was deep asleep. Seems like nothing is wrong. Time for a shower. I took a shower and went back to her room to check on her.
I put my hand on her neck; she was nursing a mild fever. I took a thermometer from her drawers and got her temperature. Thirty-eight point three. I got a basin and a cloth, and started wiping her face and forehead, as well as her arms and neck. I placed a glass of water on her bedside table and paracetamol tablets next to it.
She woke up and she looked at the clock with a dazed expression. 11.59 a.m.
     ' Pip, go back to sleep. You're sick. Don't worry, I'll take care of you. ' I said as I placed a hand on her cheek. She smiled and I continuously wiped her and rinsed the towel. I let her drink some medicine after a while. ' Stay here...please. ' She pleaded.
     ' I will. ' I replied.
    She surrendered her consciousness. Out of concern, I stayed. When her fever went down, I just let the towel rest on her forehead.
    I wanted to go back to my room and rest as well but she seemed like she needed a human being to be there for her. She looked forlorn. It was the least I could do for her. I turned off the lamp and laid right next to her. You'll be safe, Pip. No harm will come to you.
    Before I knew it, I fell asleep. I took her into my arms. Father...forgive me, if I ever fall for her. Pip, I don't know if this is real or if my heart is tricking me because it has been a long time since I have I felt this unexplainable warmth.
    ' Get well soon, Pip. ' I said right before I fell into the depths of my dreams.

    ~ Pip's/Allison's POV ~

    I was cold and all of a sudden I felt warm. He took me into his arms and fell asleep. ' Thank you, cry baby. ' I said as I fell back asleep.
   
(6 hours later)

    I rose from my sleep, already healed from my fever, hours ago. I faced the man who has done so much for me. I leaned over him and laid a hand on his shoulder.
' Thank you, Carlo. ' I said.
    His blue-green eyes gently opened. Their soft expression was captivating.
    ' It was the least I could do for you, Pip. Are you feeling better? Sorry I fell asleep on your bed. '

    ' Its fine. Thank you for taking care of me. '
    ' No problem, Pip. Oh my, its 6 p.m. ?! '
     ' Wow. That walk in the park really got us tired that we both fell asleep and forgot to eat lunch. '

     A soft bark caught our attention. It was Obi. He wildly wagged his tail and barked. He led us downstairs and there stood, Nicole and Thomas. They were holding hands. Wait, what?! They're together?!
     I went down the stairs and Carlo walked behind me. He laid a hand on my shoulder. ' If you're still not feeling well, I'll tell them to go. Just tell me. Don't force yourself. '
     ' I'm okay, Car. Thanks again. By the way, I'm sorry if I have a lot of nicknames for you. ' I joked.
     ' Hahaha. ' He laughed.

    Nicole cut in. 
   ' Woah. Are you guys- '
   ' Aw hell no, ' I joked. ' The real question is, are YOU guys together? ' I raised an eyebrow.
   ' Yes...we are. ' Thomas said, blushing.
   I eyed Carlo. We both knew what to say.
   ' This calls for a celebration! ' We both said.
   ' Good thing we brought...food! ' Thomas beamed.

   We ate at the dining table together. Nicole and Thomas shared their story of how they got together. It was heartwarming.
   ' So whats going on with the both of you? ' Thomas asked, raising an eyebrow.
   ' Nothing. I was just sick. ' I replied.
   ' Why is Carlo looking down, then? ' Nicole asked, eyeing him.
   ' He's just...tired. We took Obi out for a walk this morning. ' I replied.
   ' Its already 7 p.m. for god's sake. How is he still tired? ' Thomas asked.
   We remained silent; not saying a word. Thomas apologized for his mind has been clouded with questions. Nicole then suggested an idea for Carlo.

   ' Since you guys want to keep yourselves in disguise, why not change your names too? '
   ' Great idea. ' I said.
   ' Carlo, what name do you want us to call you? ' Nicole asked Carlo.
  He did not reply so I replied for him.

   ' Patrick sounds great. ' I said, giving a thumbs up.
   ' Hahaha. Nice choice. ' Nicole said.
   Pat-Car just smiled at me. I have a new nickname. Pat-Car. Hahaha. I joked in my mind.

   ' Pip, since you decided for me, I'll decide for you. ' Pat-Car said.
   ' Uh oh. Well I'm dead. ' I joked.
   ' Don't worry I'll choose a nice one. Hmmm, how about Sophie? Sorry its a cute name. ' He laughed.
   ' Wow. And I thought I'm gonna be dead. Nice choice, Pat-Car! ' I beamed.
   ' Seriously? Pat-Car? Meh. Its kinda nice. ' He joked.
   ' Come on admit it. Its really nice. '

   We had a great laugh. Carlo's name is now Patrick while my name is now Sophie. Really nice names. I thought.

   ~ Patrick's POV ~

   I turned to face Sophie. She was shaking again. She sat next to me and I put my hand on her neck. Shit. I knew she still wasn't well.
  ' Patrick, its okay. I can handle it. '
  ' Are you sure? I can make them leave- ' She cut me off.
  ' No. Its fine. Don't mind me. '
  ' No. You're gonna rest right- '
  ' Pat-Car, stop. I'M OKAY. Don't worry! ' She cut me off, again.
     I didn't bother to argue with her. She knows herself more than I do. She's gonna be fine, Patrick. I reminded myself.
I turned to face Nicole and Thomas.
' Guys, do you know any jobs that doesn't require my birth certificate? ' I asked, trying not to laugh.
' Well, I really can't think of one. Every company requires that. ' Thomas replied. I looked down.
' You can get a job as a librarian or a waiter. ' Nicole suggested.

I looked up and smiled.

' Thank you so much for the suggestions. I'll apply for- ' I stopped talking as soon as Sophie caught my attention. She just fainted.
' Sophie!! ' All of us shouted at the same time as she fell to the floor.
I kindly asked Nicole and Thomas to leave and told them that I could handle the situation. They nodded and smiled, then left. I carried Sophie up to her room.
God help me. I know that she knows that she's a strong and an independent woman but she's taking it too far. She's forcing herself to do things when she knows she couldn't.

I laid her down on her bed and did the exact same routine that I did that morning. She looked pale. I left her room for awhile and fed Obi.
After finishing her food, she followed me into Pip's room and laid next to her. Obi gazed at her as she shook. I took a blanket and laid it over Pip.
I repeated the routine over and over again until her temperature went down. Finally, her temperature went down. I sighed. If I didn't cause any trouble, she wouldn't be like this. This is all my fault.

I could hear her voice. She was sleep talking. I shushed her and left her with Obi. I knew Obi would "inform" me if she shook again. I went to my room, took a shower and went back to Sophie's room. It was 4 a.m. in the morning. I have been up all night, taking care of her.
What I have done is not enough to repay her for saving me... I thought. I accidentally said my thoughts out loud and she woke up.

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I'm gonna start writing POVs. Its easier hehe.
I know the names are getting confusing. Patrick is the new name of Carlo but I still might call him Carlo sometimes. Sophie is the new name of Allison; same goes with her.
Pat-Car and Car are Carlo/Patrick's nicknames while Pip is Allison/Sophie's nickname.
Hope you enjoyed today's chapter! Sorry for late upload. This chapter is about them taking care of each other and how they are keeping their promise of always being there for each other. Been really stressed out in school and I just wanna write heartwarming chapters. :)