My Mysterious Savior

15.

Ephraim's point of view

We only drove for fifteen minutes and Lilith was already knock out. It was easy to tell that she was worn out from the fair. I honestly can't believe we got along so well without anyone else there, let alone have this much fun.

I never thought she'd have this magical thing about her that let her win every possible claw game. She won those two alpacas without any issues, beating me in the bet I was so sure about. But that's fine, I redeemed myself and won her a teddy bear.

Even though she rolled her eyes when she saw what I picked but I knew she secretly loved it. I glanced at her sleeping figure and couldn't help but wonder what was so special about her. Or why I let her in so easily.

Maybe because I've known her my whole life and maybe because my sister needs her. But I didn't mind, she was pretty great.

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Once we finally got back home, which was around 10.30 PM, I parked the car and then lifted Lilith from the passenger seat. Since she clutched the stuffed animals tightly, there was no need for me to worry about that. I shut the door with my foot and rang the doorbell to my house, already knowing that the boys are there.

As expected, Vince opened the door for me and gave me a nod. I just smiled and then stalked up the stairs. I laid Lilith down on my bed and took her shoes off and my leather jacket. "Lily, you need to change." I whispered, snatching a shirt from the chair.

She hummed and held her hand out, in which I placed the one shirt of mine I just grabbed. Without actually thinking, she pulled her top over her head and then reached back to undo her bra. The action alone had me slapping my hand over my eyes. I waited a bit and then I heard a soft groan that sounded like 'done'.

I chuckled and then helped her under the covers, tucking them around her tightly. I put the lamp on my nightstand on low but it was enough for me to see. I changed my jeans for sweats and walked downstairs to meet up with the guys. "Where did you go?" Vincenzo questioned immediately.

"I have no idea. We just drove around and ended up at this dock with a fair." I shrugged, dropping down on the couch next to Dash.

"Did you have fun?" He asked and I nodded.

"We started with the claw game and made a bet. In short, I lost and she won two alpacas and cotton candy." I chuckled while shaking my head. "Then we went on tons of rides and eventually, I won something at a game too."

"Sounds great." Dash grinned. "Aye, you cool if I spent the night here? I'll take the couch."

"Fine with me." I didn't really care, the two of them could stay over whenever they want to.

"Oh and your mom said that Eva's at a sleepover." He added and I frowned because I didn't get to say goodbye.

"I'll stay too." Vince chimed in. "I'll grab the other couch."

"Alright then, gentlemen." I stood up. "Nice of you to wait up for me in my own house. But now I will retreat back to my bed." I gave them both a fist bump. "Night, fellas."

"Night." They said back in sync and then I made my way back up the stairs. I tiptoed into my room and took off my shirt and sweats before crawling under the covers to lay on my side. It was like as soon as I laid down, Lilith turned and cuddled into my chest.

Her head was on my arm as her nose brushed my chest. She slipped her leg between mine and her arm slung over my torso. I glanced at her face and made sure she was one hundred percent asleep before wrapping my arm around her back to pull her closer.

After I got comfortable, she let out a soft sigh and leaned her forehead against my chest completely. I leaned my head on hers and let out a breath as well. I never knew that cuddling was this nice and comforting. Before I could even notice the tiredness collapsing down on me, I was already drifting off to a peaceful slumber.

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Lilith's point of view

I slowly regained consciousness as I yawned before opening my eyes. I smiled softly when I saw that I was ontop of Ephraim, who was still asleep with his arms wrapped around me. I put my head on my fist so I was up a bit and ran my fingers through Ephraim's hair.

His nose scrunched up and I chuckled. I've noticed some things about Ephraim when he's sleeping. The main thing being that he always scrunches his nose when he's in deep sleep. Another thing is that he loves to cuddle, or any form of holding me when we're asleep.

Slowly moving my hand down, I traced his eyebrows with one finger and then stroked under his eyes gently. I went over his nose and touched his lips but gasped when he bit my finger. He opened his eyes and looked at me through his lashes, releasing my finger.

Another gasp left my lips because he flipped us over and hovered above me with a smirk. He lowered himself so our noses were touching and stared into my light eyes. "Morning." He whispered huskily and all I could was blink.

"Hi." I breathed out and he chuckled, lowering his head so it was nuzzled in my neck. He inhaled deeply and his breath tickled my skin. "What are you-" The question died in my throat when I felt his lips graze upwards over my collarbone to my neck.

He pressed a soft kiss just behind my ear and I hummed lowly as a lazy grin crept on my face. Slowly but surely he went back down from my neck to my shoulders, leaving featherlight kisses all over the place. My eyes closed as I enjoyed the warm feeling it gave.

Loud knocking on the door snapped me out of my trance and I threw Ephraim off me onto the floor. I shot up in surprise as Dash and Vince entered the room. "Morning." They said but then frowned because their best friend was laying on the floor.

"You alright?" Vince asked, offering a hand to Ephraim to pull him up.

"Could be better." He rubbed his butt as he shot me a glare. "Whatever let's just go have breakfast." He stalked out the door, obviously grumpy because whatever he had planned got interrupted. My cheeks heated up when I thought about the possibilities and I shook my head to get rid of the images.

The guys left the room and I quickly tugged on some shorts and put on my bra before following them downstairs.