The Crow's Call (An Overwatch Story)

Part 8: Midnight Visit

I awake to a buzz on my phone

?? Hey, this is Amèlie. Do you mind if I come in?

Crow: Oh uh, yeah sure. What's up?

Amèlie: I can't seem to fall asleep, and I just want to talk. If it's bothering you I don't have to come in

Crow: it's no issue, just come in.

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I sat at the kitchenette counter with a cup of black coffee, (Don't ask why I'm drinking coffee at 2 am, back off) awaiting Amèlie's arrival

The door creaked open and Amèlie entered, wearing a shirt two sizes too big, that covered a pair of shirts.

Honestly respect, it seemed really comfortable.

Amèlie: "Hey uh.. are you drinking coffee?"

Crow: "I figured we'll be here awhile. I'd never be able to fall back asleep anyways"

Amèlie: "Seems fair."

Crow: "Do you need anything? Something do drink or eat?"

Amèlie: "Just some water if it's not too much trouble."

I got up and poured her a glass of water

Amèlie: "Who's that man on your mug? And why does he have crosshairs on him?"

Crow: "Oh this dude? That's Osama Bin Laden. He was the leader of Al Qaeda, and responsible for the 9/11 terrorist attacks. My grandfather was in the navy seals, the badasses who took Bin Laden down. He got me this mug, and I've drank out of it ever since."

Author's Note: yes, I actually have this mug irl

Amèlie: "I see. You must really like your Grandfather then, huh?"

I stopped, all my brain could think of was my Grandpa.

All of my memories came back to me, the ones I tried to shut away.

Crow: "Yeah.. yeah I guess so."

I exhaled and took a drink

Amèlie: "Sorry if that made you feel bad, I jus-"

Crow: "Hey, don't worry about it, it's alright."

We locked eyes for a few moments

She was the first one to break and smiled, turned pink, and looked away. I chuckled a bit and took a drink.

We chatted about random things for awhile, until Amèlie suggested we watch a movie.

Crow: "So, uh, what movie do you want to watch?"

Amèlie: "Something scary... how about Halloween?"

Crow: "Yeah, sounds good."

We sat on the couch, away, but close enough for it not to be awkward.

About halfway through the movie, Amèlie got scared out of her mind and jumped right into me

We awkwardly sat there and stared at each other for a few moments

We shared a laugh and finished the movie

Amèlie: "Hey uh, I think it's best I get going."

Crow: "Yeah, no worries."

I walked her to the door and opened it for her

Amèlie: "I had a really great time tonight. I should not be able to sleep more often" she awkwardly smiled

Crow: "Yeah, maybe" I laughed a bit

Amèlie shot at me, wrapping her arms around my torso, resting her face on my chest.

I chucked and hugged her back

Amèlie: "I don't want to let go.."

Crow: "That's alright, I have no issue staying her"

I could feel her face get hot, and she eased her hold on me, but still wasn't going to go anywhere.

I held her for about a minute more before she spoke again

Amèlie: "Do I have to leaveee?"

Crow: "You're the one who said you should get going"

She let out an adorable pouting noise

Amèlie: "Mmm... can I just stay here for the night?"

Even though I knew it was coming, it took me off guard.

I picked her up and brought her to the couch.

I grabbed a blanket and a pillow and set her down.

I started to walk away when she grabbed my hand

Amèlie: "Hey"

I looked back at hear

Amèlie: "Come hereee"

Who knew a woman with so many confirmed kills could be so cute.

I rolled my eyes and climbed in with her.

She snuggled into me as I held her

Is this what being loved feels like? Do I love her? Does someone actually care about me? Is she just-

I shut my brain off, and just enjoyed the moment.

Even with caffeine coursing through my veins, I fell asleep, with the world's deadliest woman in my arms.

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I know I know, I rushed the love a little bit, but hey, I promise I did it for a reason.

As always, see you in the next chapter.