Cigarettes and Sass (reupload)

Chapter 21

Gerard sighed and mewled slightly as he began to stir. The first thing he became aware of was the ache in his body that centred in his ass, throbbing and burning until he wanted to just curl up in a ball and hide. At first he could only concentrate on the fact it hurt, it really hurt; but then as he began to wake up more and more it began to hurt less as he remembered why it was hurting to begin with and what he had done last night.

His eyelids fluttering heavily, Gerard forced himself to wake up properly and look for Frank. He knew he was there, he could feel his warmth beside him and when he managed to open his eyes a touch, a soft hand found its way to his cheek, caressing gently to coax him into the land of the living.

"Mmm... Frankie?" He whispered, his mouth dry and his throat hoarse. He felt like he had been hit by a truck. "Is that you?"

"Course." Frank whispered back, and when Gerard finally managed to force his eyes open he saw that the younger man was smiling, causing Gerard's lips to twitch up at the corners too. "How are you feeling? It's only six am ya know? I'm surprised you're awake." Frank chuckled quietly. He had only got a few hours sleep himself, and then had just gazed lovingly at Gerard as soon as he had enough light to see by. The room was a watery grey colour from the lightening darkness, it was like they were trapped in a black and grey movie. But Frank didn't mind.

"I'm surprised I'm awake too." Gerard croaked, yawning and stretching his aching limbs. No wonder he felt so shit if it was only six am. That was early even by his work standards.

"What are you doing awake?" He asked softly, his voice sounding a little less demonic now he had cleared his throat. Frank chuckled and shrugged, still stroking his thumb along his cheekbone.

"Couldn't sleep..." He shrugged, shifting closer to Gerard and smiling as they tangled their legs. "You looked so peaceful sleeping... I just wanted to watch you."

"Wow Frankie, a little bit weird." Gerard teased, though his heart fluttered with adoration. He loved that Frank had wanted to watch him sleep, and he actually didn't find it weird at all, but he felt it would be weird for him to show how he was melting inside.

"Whatever." Frank scoffed, waving his hand flippantly before he just went back to grinning at Gerard. "How are you feeling by the way?" He asked, his voice softer now and he moved his hand off Gerard's cheek to stroke down his arm.

"A little achy." Gerard admitted quietly, blushing. "But that's normal right?"

"Totally normal." Frank nodded, smiling warmly at his lover as he tucked a lock of Gerard's hair behind his ear and softly pecked his lips. "Once you've showered you'll feel a lot better... Do you want me to get you some painkillers now?" He offered quietly, eager to take care of Gerard and make him feel incredible after how amazing he had made him feel last night. "You were incredible last night by the way." He added with a cheeky grin, making Gerard blush.

"Thanks." He chuckled, his heart fluttering as he slid an arm over Frank's waist for a moment. "I could do with some with painkillers though I think. And maybe some coffee." He sighed, forcing himself to sit up and stretch.

"I'll come with you."

"No, you stay here and relax." Frank quickly ordered, smirking as he got to his knees and kissed Gerard quickly, full of energy as ever. "You sure you don't need any more sleep?" He chuckled at Gerard's yawn.

"Nah. Now I'm up I may as well stay up." Gerard smirked, deciding he wanted to make the most of the day with Frank. They could spend the morning alone together until Bert woke up, then maybe they could all go somewhere for the day. God only knew Bert could do with a day out. "You sure you don't want any help?" He chuckled as he watched Frank strut naked across his room to borrow a pair of his sweatpants to go to the kitchen.