A Night To Myself
Chapter 6
Barney's POV
It feels good to back to the familiar sights, smells, and comfort of my own apartment. The nurses and Dr. Toby treated me well, but no matter what anyone says, you can't sleep well in a hospital bed. They're just so damn uncomfortable. Robin's offered to say with me tonight. I wave her offer off. Not out of rudeness, but because the truth is I kind of want a night to myself. Everyone hovered over me in the hospital for days on end. I just want some peace and quiet is all. Robin says she understands, hugs me gently, kisses me on the forehead, and leaves.
When I hear the door close, I slowly hobble into the kitchen to make myself some supper. I browse the cabinets and fridge. I decide on buttered noodles and tomato basil soup. Basic, but satisfying. It takes about fifteen minutes to make both, but when everything done, I don't wait to dig in. The feeling of the warm, savory food hitting my taste buds is beautiful. God I've missed real good so much. I'll never take it for granted ever again. I promise.
I spend the rest of the night watching movies, reading, checking emails, and buying myself a few new suits to wear once I get better. I'm going to suit up full force once I recover. After all, I have to make up for all the missed time.
Robin's POV
I'm kind of bummed that Barney didn't want me to stay for the night, but I know it's not personal. Marshall, Lily, Ted, and I have been like watchdogs over him in the hospital. It's only human to need some breathing room. I can't but worry about him being by himself. I'm sure he'll fine. He's not able to do anything too wild for the next couple weeks.
It's been a long week and in some way, I need some recovery time myself. That's why I asked my work if they would give me at least the next week off and they agreed to let me have one week off. I'm sure Barney will get better over the course of the week so he won't need me as much the after.
Tired of thinking anymore today, I brush my teeth and floss and go straight to bed. It's hard for me to shut my mind off at night sometimes, but I do my best as I fall asleep.
Hoped that you guys liked this chapter! :) -Mary
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A Hold On My Heart (A Barney and Robin- How I Met Your Mother Fanfic)
FanfictionThis fanfic takes place in season 8, episode 6 when Barney gives one of the most famous and best speeches in the hit TV Series How I Met Your Mother. From there on, things begin to take a turn.
