Her Death Toll

Chapter 3

I called Max to come inside because it was getting dark and Nathan would be arriving here any minute. I gave him some food and he immediately ran over to his dog dish, somehow managing not to knock down his water bowl from its spot. I heard knocking on the door and I quickly went over to answer it. As soon as I answered it, I was face to face with a upset Nathan and that wasn't a good thing at all.

I opened the door wider and offered a small smile, letting him know he can come inside. "Do you want something to eat or drink?" I ask while going in the kitchen. I didn't realize he followed me in the kitchen and he scared me a little. "Sorry, I didn't realize you were behind me. I can make you something if your hungry." I offered and he nodded and leaned against the counter a little. I got out a pan, a bowl, a whisk, butter, and eggs to make him an omelette. "Do you want anything in your omelette?" I asked. "Cheese is good." I nodded and got out the cheese. After I was done making the omelette, I put it on the counter and got out a fork and salt. "Do you want anything to drink?" I asked getting a cup out. "Yeah. Water is fine." He said and sat down at one of the chairs on the other side of the counter. I gave him his food and his water and sat next to him.

"So, what's got you all quiet?" I asked leaning back in the chair. "I had another fight with my girlfriend, and I told her that I'm distant from her because I'm gay." He said while taking a bite of the omelette.
"Thats all that happened?"
"She hit me and said that I was just making an excuse to not be with her." He said after he took a sip of his water.

"What did you mean when you said you know what I'm going through?" He asked suddenly. I was hoping he'd forget that I said that. I didn't know how to answer him. "I meant I understand how hard it is to through something that changes everything.." I trailed off. Maybe he wouldn't catch on to what I was saying. He frowned and continued to eat his omelette. I cleared my throat, intentionally making sure he heard it and he stopped eating his omelette and looked at me. "Is there anything else you want to ask me?" I asked looking him straight in the eye. He lowered his head, and stood up. He faced me, and our faces were really close. He leaned in and kissed me and I was frozen, but then I started to react by kissing him back. He broke the kiss and sighed. "I've always imagined what it would be like to do that." He whispered quietly. Before I could say anything, he backed away and took his plate to the kitchen.

"You can sleep in this room. The tv works if you want to watch tv or a movie. There are plenty of movies to watch and if you need anything my room is across from this one ok?" I told Nathan while showing him the room. It was late and I was tired due to a long day. He shook his head and mumbled a thank you. I watched him set down his bag and I walked over to him right next to his ear. "I've always imagined doing that to you too. Goodnight." I whispered in his ear and walked out of the room. I chuckled when I got to my room, already seeing Max laying on the bed. Man do I love him enough to let his stinky butt lay on my bed and sleep with me in it. I stripped down to my boxers and climbed into bed. I texted Danielle, asking her how everything was going and telling her to call me tomorrow when she gets the chanced. I groaned realizing that I had forgotten to turn off the light. I got back in my bed and was out like a light.

The next day.
I woke up to Nathan shaking me and him saying something but I couldn't understand him. "What?" I asked groggily, while rubbing my eyes. "There has been two murders that happened late last night. The boss just texted me and said that we'll have to investigate the scene on Monday." Nathan said. Two murders? Great. Like I didn't have a stressful week last week. Now I have to investigate these two murders on Monday. "Thanks for telling me." I said and I got out of bed. He stood there staring at me and I realized I was only in my boxers. Hopefully I don't have morning wood... "Take a picture. But I'm sure it'll look better in person." I whispered in his ear. He blushed and left the room and I smiled. Ah, he's so cute...You didn't hear nothing. I put on some sweat pants but decided to not wear a shirt and it's not for teasing matters, if that's what your thinking. I went downstairs and got out two bowls and Life cereal. I love the cinnamon kind the most. I got out the milk and poured the milk in after I poured out the cereal. I think it's weird if you put the milk in first. I grabbed two spoons and brought out to the living room and set it on the coffee table. I walked upstairs and knocked on the door where Nathan was in. "There's cereal downstairs in the living room if you want some." I heard him saying ok and I went back into the living room and and started eating my cereal.

"So have you gotten any updates about the murders?" I asked while turning the tv on. "Yeah, they said it was a female and a male. That's all they told me as of right now." He said setting his bowl down. "Ok I guess we'll have to wait until Monday. Can I ask you a question?" I asked, turning down the tv a little. He nodded his hand and turned to look at me. Right as I was about to say something, my phone starts to ring. I huffed out a sigh and I reached for my phone. "Yes?" I asked slightly annoyed. "Hey, are you busy? I was just walking around town and I wanted to know if you wanted to get coffee." Anne asked. I didn't want to sound rude, but I really didn't want to go get coffee. "I'm at my sisters house right now, but maybe if I'm not busy later we can." I said. Nathan was watching me and I winked at him and his face redden and he looked down at the bowl. "Alright. Text me if you can hang out." She said. We said our goodbyes and hung up.

I say back down next to Nathan, checked my phone to see if I got any messages from Danielle. No messages. "Who was that?" Nathan asked leaning back on the couch. "I ran into her when I was leaving the office Thursday night. I don't really know her."
I told him and he nodded. I laughed a little. "Are you done with this?" I asked motioning to his bowl. He nodded and stood up. I grabbed the two bowls and put them in the sink. I walked over to Nathan, and his back was facing me and I snuck up behind him and wrapped my arms around him. He jumped and I laughed and then hit me. "That's not funny. You scared me, your lucky I don't have a punching reflex." He said turning around. I smiled and kissed his cheek.

"You know, your girlfriend is really lucky she got to be with you." I whispered and I saw him shudder a little. "It's not nice to tease people." He retorted back and I laughed. Well maybe he shouldn't have been as good looking as he is. "I'm going to go take a shower. You can watch tv or play with Max outside. He loves to play." I said while letting go and going upstairs. I heard him open the sliding glass door and Max went running from the couch to outside. I hope he likes playing catch because Max loves playing catch. When I got to my bathroom, I couldn't help but think about Nathan. If you couldn't tell, I'm as straight as a circle. Only close friends and my family, of course knew that I was gay. And everyone accepted me and they knew that that couldn't change who I am. I got in the shower and I realized that I always liked Nathan, but I knew not to step over the line with him when he was straight. But now that he's gay, it doesn't change anything though. He's still in the closet, but I'll always be there for him. After I was done in the shower, I got dressed, brushed my teeth and didn't bother making my bed. I'd only get in it a couple of hours later, so there really wasn't any reason to make it. I walked back downstairs and saw that I had a text message. 'Hey sorry I didn't answer back or called you. I was out with Chase and I told him the news. And he proposed and he has been planning to do this for awhile.' Danielle texted me. I congratulated her on their engagement at put my phone on the table and looked outside to Nathan and Max. I smiled thinking what it would be like to date him.
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