The Tutor

Chapter 16 - I love you

Aiden called his mom to tell her that he'll be staying at my house for the night and that she shouldn't worry about him. When he finally put down his phone and turned in my direction, I couldn't hold myself back and pressed my lips against his. He seemed a little stiff at first, but as the kiss went on he became more relaxed. I really can't explain in words how much this man means to me and how much I love him. How his touches, kisses, hugs, even his words make me feel. He treats me like a queen as if I was the only woman he sees. I just don't think I'm ready to tell him.

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I had a dream. It was only me and Aiden in it so it was like paradise. We looked pretty much the same as we do now, so I think it happened somewhere around this time. I was walking down a street, with Aiden holding my hand. The streetlights were the only source of light since it was night time and everybody seemed to be asleep. It was the best dream I had for a while until I saw something moving in the shadows. I told Aiden about this, but he didn't seem to belive me so we just continued walking. After a little while, I saw it again and the same thing happened, Aiden didn't believe me and we continued walking. After maybe the fifth or sixth time of this happening, the thing jumped out of the shadows. I stared at the figure, frightened. I then realised who it was. Corbyn. He lifted his hand up and a gun reflected light. He pointed it at me, his hand trembling.

" If I can't have you, nobody can." and pulled the trigger.

I expected to feel pain to I closed my eyes, but nothing happened. I only heard a loud bang. When I opened my eyes, Corbyn was nowhere to be seen. I then looked down and saw Aiden in a pool of blood. I started screaming for help and crying, although I already knew he was dead. I screamed at the top of my lungs but nobody came to help me. It was only me and Aiden in the middle of the street.

~back to current time~

" Dolly! Dolly! Wake up!" Aiden was nudging me a little t wake me up.

I shot up in my bed and immediately turned to see Aiden. I pulled his face closer and placed my forehead against his so our noses touch. I hold him there crying my eyes out as he wraps his arms around me. He didn't need to say anything, his presence was enough. We sit there in silence, while the only sound in the room is me sobbing. When I finally stop I kiss him as hard as I can. He doesn't stop me, because he knew I needed this. I pulled away as soon as I knew that Aiden was 100% ok. Some might think that it was stupid, but to me, it wasn't. We at there in silence as I gently sobbed into his chest. Aiden's shirt was getting wet with my tears, but he didn't mind, he sat there in silence rubbing my back gently. He moved his head to kiss my forehead. I smiled at this gesture and mumbled out something.

" Angie you have to speak louder. I can't understand what you are saying." he looked down at me.

" Since I'm calm now, I think it's time I tell you what happened in my dream." I sobbed a little but recomposed myself right after.

I told Aiden exactly what happened and he just listened. He took my hand and squeezed it whenever I needed reassurance to keep going. I tried as hard as I could to not cry and be strong and Aiden helped me. I continued talking and soon enough I was done. A single tear rolled down my cheek.

" Hey, dolly don't you cry." he cupped my face and wiped the tear " You're way too beautiful to cry and waste these moments. Especially when you're with me." He smiled and kissed me as I laid my hands on his chest.

" Hold on baby, I'm getting hungry" I laughed as Aiden rolled his eyes.

" This is what you stop me for?" he sighed " Ok fine, let's get some snacks."

We walked downstairs as quietly could. Obviously, the door creaked as always and so did the stairs. After we got into the kitchen I walked towards the fridge to open it. The light lit up and I could see the ingredients clearly. I took out ingredients for a BLT sandwich. I gave Aiden the bacon and I started to cut the lettuce and tomato. I reached towards the drawer that had all the knives in it. When I finally picked the knife I started to cut the veggies. Aiden was focused on cooking and I wanted to see so instead of looking at what I'm doing, I was looking at Aiden. I felt the sharp blade of the knife touch my finger and slide against it. I squealed in pain as Aiden immediately ran up to me and lifted my hand. He examined my finger as the blood dripped onto his hand.

" Dolly you need to be more careful." he looked at me, concerned " You almost gave me a heart attack"

" I love when you are so concerned for me. Maybe I should do this more often" I look down at my bleeding finger.

" No. Don't please." he smiled " I almost forgot to ask, where do you have bandaids?" he looked around the room.

" They're in the top cupboard on the left." I pointed up to the cupboard.

" Now baby girl, I need you to sit still." He lifted me up effortlessly onto the countertop.

Aiden walked over to the corner of the room and reached up towards the first aid box. As he walked over to me another drop of ruby red blood fell onto the floor. Mom's gonna be mad when she sees that. Aiden quickly pulled out a bandaid and disinfecting spray. He popped off the top, but before spraying he wiped my finger so that it wasn't dripping with blood. As soon as the spray hit my finger, I felt it sting.

"Ouch.That hurt." I looked at Aiden

" Come on, you gotta be a brave baby girl" He was still focused on my finger as he now applied the bandaid.

I admired his features as he paid attention to my small wound. He was such a good and caring man, I couldn't believe that he was mine. When he was finished taking care of my wound, he bent down and kissed it gently.

" I instantly feel better doctor." I giggled.

" That's my job Ms.Wellington." he grinned.

I knew this was the perfect time to say it and another time like this would not come again. So I took a deep breath and said what I needed.

" And that's why I love you." I smiled.

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Published 7th August, 2019