We Accept The Love We Think We Deserve

18

"Tommy," Newt began quietly, "I think I love you."
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Thomas
I was surprised to say the least, even though Newt and I had only officially been together for a day I knew I felt the same. Newt pulled farther away from me realizing what he'd said. Apologies quickly began spilling out of his mouth as if he was afraid I would be upset. I cut him off with a kiss, pulling away shorty after to smile at him.
"I love you too," I said sincerely. He smiled shyly up at me, a light blush dusting his cheeks. We leaned in to kiss again but stopped when we heard whispering from around the corner. Newt looked at me, confusion written all over his face. I thought about ignoring it, until Newt spoke.
"Is that Minho and Ben?" He asked quietly, "I thought they were watching the movie." I nodded with a sigh before standing up and pulling Newt up with me.
"So did I," I said annoyance lacing my words. We walked quietly to the corner and I poked my head around at the same time as Minho and the two of us collided.
"Oww," Minho groaned rubbing his head, "damn shuckface that hurt!"
"Why were you spying on us!?" I exclaimed rubbing my head as well. Ben and Minho got quiet as Newt and I waited for an answer. "I'm waiting," I said beginning to lose my patience.
"Well the movie ended and we came to check on you guys but then we heard crying and then I love you's so we didn't think we should interrupt." Ben said quickly.
"So you spied on us instead?" Newt asked with a small laugh. Minho and Ben nodded guiltily. Newt and I shared an amused look before breaking into a fit of laughter.
"Yeah, yeah," Minho said with an eye roll, "come on you shanks, I need my beauty sleep for the dance tomorrow night." Newt, Ben, and I rolled our eyes and laughed.
"You two just gonna stay here?" I asked looking at Newt and Minho.
"Yep," Minho said enthusiastically popping the "p."
"If it's alright with you," Newt said more unsure and quiet.
"Of course it is," I said wrapping my arm around his waist. He smiled.
"Good that," he said. Minho faked throwing up.
"Eww get a room!" He exclaimed feigning disgust. I rolled my eyes turning to face Newt. Before anyone could say anything Newt was kissing me. I laughed into the kiss hearing Minho and Ben complain about "sticking our tongues down each other's throats" in front of them. We pulled back, laughing at the look of pure horror on Minho's face.
"I'm gonna go gouge my eyes out now," Minho said grabbing Ben's hand and walking back to the living room. Newt and I laughed more before following them.
"So where should we all slee-" Ben started but was cut off by Minho.
"Here," He said flopping onto the couch. Ben laughed and laid down next to Minho.
"Wow thanks guys," I said, "I love sleeping on the floor of my own house." I saw Newt smile.
"Come on Tommy," he said with a smirk, "you aren't gonna make me sleep on the floor alone are you?" I blushed furiously as Minho and Ben snickered from the couch.
      After passing out pillows and blankets, and turning off the lights I settled on the floor next to Newt. He cuddled up next to me, laying his head on my chest as I wrapped an arm around him.
"Goodnight love," he whispered before pecking me on the cheek. My heart swelled as I replied with a strangled "goodnight." It didn't take long till his breathing evened out and I knew he was asleep.
     I was about to fall asleep myself when I heard a soft voice from the couch saying my name, I instantly recognized it as Minho.
"Yeah?" I whispered in response. There was silence.
"Take care of him," Minho whispered. The seriousness and compassion in his voice showed me just how much of a friend Newt had become in my absence. "He needs you."
"I will," I answered, "I promise."

Note:
I'm sorry for not updating in a while. I'm sorry for how short this chapter is. But at least this time I have some excuses.

First (about not updating): Last week my family from out of state was here so I was spending time with them. Then I had surgery Monday. My dog died Wednesday. And I've been working on birthday presents for my mom who's birthday was today. I hope you all can understand, I'm truly sorry for the wait.

Second (about shortness): This chapter is mainly a filler to get me to the dance, so I hope you enjoyed the fluffy Newtmas and Benho. Next chapter will be longer and hopefully better.

Also screw a schedule, I'll update as often as I can and try to keep it at once a week if not more.

And finally, if anyone has some ships they would like to become cannon in this, let me know!