Forgettable

Chapter Ten

Chapter Ten

In the morning, Gilbert was awake first. He didn't immediately recognize his surroundings. He had a mini panic attack until he realized he was in his own living room. He groaned shifting slightly, his side was aching as well as his head. The albino blinked in confusion noticing that his pillow was breathing. He looked up and his eyes widened. He had fell asleep on top of Matthew, who was also dead asleep.

The Prussian furrowed his eyebrows. He couldn't remember how they ended up like that, not that he was complaining. He moved slightly to get up and heard a growl. He froze and looked over the side of the couch. Kumajirou was sitting and glaring at him. Gilbird was perched on his head. He didn't want to anger the dog and was more than happy enough to stay where he was. He sighed relaxing back onto Matthew's chest.

After a couple hours of daydreaming, the Canadian finally started to wake up. The albino looked up curiously at him as he let out a yawn. It made him yawn as well.

"Uh, I don't know how we got here." Gilbert started slowly. "But Kuma vas going to bite me if I moved."

"It's okay." Matthew hummed sleepily with a smile. "I remember."

The Prussian was just relieved he wasn't mad. "I know jou do." He sighed. "Mind sharing."

"Well," The blond started. "You asked me to stay; here with you." He smiled slightly. "I agreed to."

"Vait, really?" The albino's eyes widened looking up at him. He nodded. "Do jou still vant to? Now that jou're sober?"

"Yeah." Matthew said meeting his eyes. "If you'll have me?"

"Of course!" Gilbert smiled brightly. "I love jou!"

"I love you too, Gil." The Canadian said a blush spreading across his face.

It took the albino a moment to process. He didn't think he'd ever hear that from him again. He reached up and pulled the blond into a hug to hide his own blush and tears. The blond slowly wrapped his arms around him as the albino hid his face in the crook of his neck. They both stayed on the couch for a while before Gilbert shifted. His side was starting to hurt worse. Matthew picked up on the pain.

"How's your side?" The blond questioned.

"Sore." Gilbert sighed. He didn't want to get up.

"You haven't taken your medication, have you?" Matthew questioned and the Prussian shook his head. He moved to sit up with him still in his arms. "Come on, you take your pills and I'll make breakfast."

"Okay!" Gilbert hummed happily at the mention of his cooking. He stood up forgetting about Kumajirou.

The dog was ignoring him in favour of the Canadian. He was cooing at him and scratching his ears. He was saying stuff in French as well. The albino could only pick out his own name. Gilbird landed on his head with an annoyed tweet. He knew the bird wanted to be fed and started towards the kitchen. Matthew followed having to keep stepping around Kuma. He kept walking in front of him and looking back up at him. The Canadian fed him before starting their own breakfast.

Gilbert took his pills before looking over to where the blond was cooking. He went over and leaned n the counter next to him. "So, uh, Birdie?" He asked. Matthew hummed raising an eyebrow. "Are we, ah, um..."

"Together?" The blond asked finishing his sentence. The Prussian looked up at him and nodded. He nodded back.

"Wait, I mean, that's vhat I'm asking." Gilbert quickly clarified.

"I definitely wouldn't mind." Matthew said with a small smile. "We can pick up where we left off? Well not exactly, but you know what I mean."

"That vould be awesome!" The albino smiled excitedly.

The Canadian couldn't help himself. He stepped away from the stove towards Gilbert. He smiled wrapping his arms around his waist. The Prussian reached up and intertwined his fingers behind his neck. Matthew leaned forward, but let the other close the distance between them. He let Gilbert take control of the kiss. His fingers played with the hair on the nape of his neck. The blond's hands carefully slipped under his shirt and teased lines on his stomach.

"I missed jou." The Prussian said breathlessly as they broke apart. "So much."

"Memories are nice, but making new ones is so much better." Matthew hummed.

The blond had almost forgotten about his cooking, but it was still fine. He stepped away from the albino to finish. Neither want to, but didn't want the pancakes to burn. Gilbert went over and set the table. He noticed Kumajirou was watching him suspiciously. Gilbird was perched on his head and looked excited. He chirped and flew over landing in his hair. He reached up and pet his feathers with a finger. He finished setting the table just as Matthew finished cooking.

The pair chatted quietly as they ate. The blond noticed that Gilbert was a bit groggy and tired even after all the syrup he'd eaten. He knew the pills he was on would do that, but they hadn't affected him as much in the past.

"I'm tired, but I don't vanna sleep!" The albino whined. They were both sitting on the couch. "My sleep schedule vill be messed up."

"I need to walk Kuma." Matthew said slowly. Both the Prussian and Kuma perked up at the mention of a walk. The dog stood up from where he was laying at his feet. His tail wagged eagerly. "You can come with me if you want?"

"Ja!" Gilbert jumped up eagerly. He winced slightly at the pulling in his side.

The Canadian got up as well. They went to their separate rooms to get dressed since all his stuff was still in the spare bedroom. Matthew just wore a normal hoodie and jeans, but the albino bundled up more. It was a bit chilly outside and he was sensitive to the cold.

The pair left the apartment together. Kuma kept worming his way in between them. Gilbert took his chances and pet him. The dog didn't realize it was him at first and leaned into the touch. Once he did, he just glared and went over to the Canadian's other side. Both of them laughed and walked closer together. They talked like nothing had happened. It was easier to be around each other without having to tip toe.

Gilbert felt proud to have Matthew back at his side. He was still a bit nervous that he'd change his mind, but trusted him. As they walked, their hands brushed together. He smirked and quickly intertwined their fingers. He looked over to Matthew who was already looking down at him. They both smiled and were blushing. His smile grew seeing the blush. He hummed happily to himself as they walked.

As they walked, Matthew looked around again. He noticed a few more cops then what he assumed was normal. Elizabeta was definitely taking keeping them safe seriously. He was grateful for her.

They finished their walk and sat together on the couch to watch a movie. Gilbert was leaning into his side as they watched tv. Kuma was in Matthew's lap and was watching the Prussian carefully. He wasn't growling, but still watched suspiciously. Gilbird had noticed they we're back and flew over with a happy chirp. He landed in Matthew's hair.

"Birdie?" The albino looked up at him. The Canadian raised an eyebrow. "Are jou coming vith me to vork Monday?"

"Might as well." Matthew said with a sigh. He rested his head on top of Gilbert's.

"Jou don't have to." The Prussian said taking one of his hands.

"I know, but might as well finish what I started." The blond shrugged.

"If jou're sure." Gilbert sighed and the Canadian nodded. "Alright."