284. Just keep the card

It was a late night, raining outside. After three days away, Noah returned to the apartment, tired. He took off his blazer, threw it on the couch, and went to the kitchen. Turning on the lights, he opened the fridge, finding the food he'd left for Jemma untouched. Realizing she hadn't cooked or eaten in three days, he walked to the bedroom, knocked, and, receiving no reply, opened the door.

Jemma was fast asleep on the bed. Noah went back to the kitchen, rolled up his sleeves, threw out the old food, and started cooking. The delightful aroma filled the house, eventually waking Jemma due to the cool breeze from the open window. She closed it, drew the curtains, and came out to drink water. Hearing kitchen noises, she suspected Noah's return, peeking in to find him cooking. The tempting smell made her hungry, but she went back to her room.

After cooking, Noah brought the food to the bedroom. Finding Jemma lying with closed eyes, she quickly opened her eyes when he entered. Noah sat on t