Things I'll Never Say

[Raven]

"I'll...I'll be here if you need me. Let me hold you."

He pulled Trista into his arms, smashing her body against his chest and snuggling her back under the covers again.

[Avena]

She was afraid to fall asleep again but she eventually dozed but this time much more peacefully.

[Raven]

In the morning Demetrius awoke Trista from the warm, comfortable embrace of sleep. Their sheets were scratchy perhaps, and not the best protection against the cold, but they had to do for the newly annointed lovers. It was still early morning, and they huddled close together for warmth.

"How are you?"

[Avena]

She looked up at him and smiled, "Wonderfully, you?"

[Raven]

"Good."

Thus his worries about Trista's nightmare were put aside. He buried his face in his single pillow, now shared with his lover.

[Avena]

Trista sat up, "I should get going before anyone else wakes up..."

[Raven]

"You could stay a little if you want, most won't be up for another hour or so..."

In truth, he did not want her to leave. She felt 'right', she felt like she fit with him, and her leaving at this moment would be like tearing his arm off. Thus Demetrius held her a little tighter.

[Avena]

"Alright a little longer," she snuggled in close.

[Raven]

"Last night was the best night I've ever had. Thank you."

He settled his cheek against the top of her head and rubbed lovingly.