Finessed by the Tiger // Lemon//

Chapter 14

Editors Note: Original plot line and characters belong to Lily dusk. Sorry for not updating in a while, things have picked up with work and some other personal matters. Hope that everyone is doing well out there with all the craziness that 2020 is trying to get in before the new year. This episode is not going to be super action packed has I had originally planned. I felt that we needed more of a sentimental episode, where we get to see the softer side of both of them. Tora riddled with insecurities, and Poppy unsure of where to go from here,essentially the calm before the storm. I hope you enjoy, and I love hearing your thoughts on each episode, Love Y'all!

//Poppy POV//

I was now sitting on the edge of the bed; head throbbing and mind racing. Tora was being has gentle has he could be, but honestly I felt like I couldn't breath with him hovering over me. It was like he was ready for me to have a break down at any moment.

There was a long moment of silence, followed by Tora leaning back and silently staring at me. Not knowing what to say or do, and tired of the uncomfortable silence, I stretched out my arms trying to relieve some of the pressure on my shoulders and upper back from the fight earlier. After hearing a satisfying pop I sighed,'What am I going to do about Tora?' I am so relieved that he is here, but I am so confused and angry at him. With all of this racing through my mind I couldn't help but look up at the restless tiger. He seemed nervous, and on edge, which was really not normal for him. Making eye contact, I finally decided to break the silence.

"Look Tora, I know that there is a lot of things that we need to discuss right now, but I would really like to get cleaned up and changed before we have to deal with everything. "

He looked shocked, running a hand through his hair he responded "ya ain't mad at me?"

"I'm more upset and confused than I am angry, and quite frankly I am thankful for the company." I placed my hand on his chest, hoping to lessen the blow of my next sentence.... "Tora, I just don't know what to think or what to do right now. I have had a bit too much to drink, my adrenaline is slowly fading, and I can't help but repeat what my 'Uncle' said about the ceremony and us in my head." I gave him a small smile, hoping to convey my message, but instead saw hurt and concern flash across his face.

"Tora..." I reached my hand up and cupped the side of his face, "I just need a little bit of space and a shower". I gave him a small smile, and stepped back. He just looked so lost on what to do, and scared. You would have almost thought that I had rejected him, but that couldn't be farther from the truth. I just couldn't concentrate with him hovering around me, and to be honest I have way to many things that I still have to process.

He was completely frozen for a solid minute, taking me in. Then he shook his head , and grabbed my hand. "Follow me", he said before grabbing my hand and leading me through the door that connected the oversized bathroom to the room. It was gorgeous, with marbled stone floors, and gold accents it wasn't anything short of stunning. He stopped in front of the counter and let go of my hand. Reaching into the underneath storage compartments, he pulled out one of the fluffiest white towels I swear I have ever seen. Then turning to me realizing I was still covered in blood, he hung it next to the shower for me.

"Listen, Bobby... I know that things have gotten pretty crazy and that you probably need some space to process everything, but after the heart attack I had today, I don't think that I can let you out of my sight right now. Especially not here..." He reached his hand behind his head, and then looked me in the eyes... sorry."

I sighed closing my eyes, of course I couldn't stay upset with him, after all I am sure he didn't know what they were planning. The way the guys that kidnapped us were talking, it sounded like it was going to be a big surprise to him. Opening my eyes, I noticed the worry lining his handsome features, and the guilt that he was trying desperately to hide. I walked forward and closed the gap between us, not entirely sure what I was planning to do, but I had to do something.