Chapter Thirty- Drowning

Waking up the next morning was nothing short of bliss.

The first thing I notice is the warmth beside me. I let myself relax, savoring Gabriel’s presence.

I close my eyes as the memories of last night run through my mind. The heat. The intensity of the bond and how he stayed with me.

I shift slightly, feeling the weight of Gabrial’s arms frapped over me. His even breathing let me know that he’s still sleeping and this causes me to hesitate. I want to bask in this feeling and moment but the frustration of the entirety of our situation drags me down.

How can he be so close but so so far away from me?

I turn my head and catch sight of Gabriel’s sleeping face. He looks peaceful with his usual stoic expression softened by sleep. There was one part of me that wanted to trace his features and just to feel that everything was okay. Another part of me still hurt from the fact that he rejected and pushed me away so easily.

I’m not sure how long I stay looking at him as Garbeil finally stirs.

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