In My Head

Chapter 8 - Going Back

The next morning, I awoke in Geralt's arm a soft smile on my lips. I guess in the middle of the night he had moved onto his side to cradle me in his arms bringing us face to face. Last night was the first time I had pleasant dreams that didn't involve me watching Geralt in his world. Biting my lip, I reach out and gently trace the outline of his jaw. His stubble scratching at my fingertips. I wish I had brought my camera so I could at least take a picture of him like this.

"Do you make it a habit of watching people while they sleep?" He asks not opening his eyes and I chuckle.

"Apparently, I only do it with you." I answer making him smile. "What did you dream of last night?"

"You," He replies causing my heart to leap in my chest. "And you?"

"All my dreams are of you." I answer causing him to open his eyes and meet my gaze.

My hand drops to the bed where I run my fingers through his hair. I could never tire of touching his hair.

"As are mine." He replies making me hum in response.

I see the sunlight start to peak out over the hillside and my heart drops. I didn't want to go but I needed too. I needed to figure out what I truly wanted before I made any promises to anyone. Sensing my worry Geralt reaches up to take my hand in his as he intertwines our fingers together. He is about to say something when a knock on the door pulls my attention to it.

"Go away," Geralt growls causing a giggle to escape my lips.

"Uh Geralt, there's a very big man out here saying he needs to talk to your lovely lady friend." Jaskier's voice calls out making me prop myself up onto my side.

"Thor?" I call my eyes turning towards the door.

"It's time (Name)," He announces and I bite my lip. "We'll meet you downstairs."

"Thank you." I reply as I let out a heavy sigh.

I feel Geralt move on the bed and I turn to see him getting up. Sitting up I reluctantly toss my legs over the side of the bed. I go to reach for my dress only to have Geralt grab it and hold it up for me. Standing up I pull his shirt off and handing it too him take my dress back. His eyes roam over my body one last time like he was committing it to memory. Clearing my throat, I turn from him and quickly get dressed.

Once the two of us are dressed he grabs his swords and heads for the door me following after him.

"Are you sure you want to go with me?" I ask before he can reach the door handle.

"Hm." He hums in reply as he opens the door and then motions for me to go first.

I walk through the door stopping just outside it as I wait for him. Closing the door, he instantly reaches for my hand grasping it tightly as he starts to lead me downstairs. Reaching the bottom, I look over to see Thor, Wanda, and Jaskier standing there talking. Thor must have been telling Jaskier a story from Asgard because he was being very animated with his hands.

"(Name)," Wanda calls noticing me.

They all turn to look at Geralt and I as we reach them. Wanda's eyes glance down to my hand holding Geralt's before they shoot back up to meet mine.

"Well, it was lovely to have almost met you (Name). I was going to introduce myself last night, but Geralt wouldn't let me." Jaskier speaks a smirk on his lips as he holds his hand out for me to take.

"I will apologize on his behalf." I start reaching out with my free hand to take his. "Might I add, I love your singing voice. Especially when you sing your song about Geralt." I add making Geralt groan in annoyance.