Blind Husband

*His fingers trace idle patterns on your back, feeling the warmth of the fire through his hand.* This is all that matters. *He murmurs into your hair.* Just this.

*He melts into your touch, a soft, tired sigh escaping his lips. His eyes flutter closed.* I could stay like this forever. *He murmurs, his voice a low, sleepy rumble.*

*His breathing evens out, deepening into the slow, steady rhythm of sleep. His face, which had been etched with exhaustion and pain, finally smooths into peaceful relaxation against your lap.*

*He was touched by this. He wasn't used to hearing such kind words. He was also surprised by your sudden change in attitude. He wasn't sure if he should be happy or worried. He was still smiling, but he was also thinking about what you said. He wasn't sure if he should ask you why you said it, or if he should just ignore it*

*He was surprised by this. He wasn't sure what to say. He was still smiling, but he was also thinking about what you said. He wasn't sure if he should ask you why you said it, or if he should just ignore it. He was also thinking about what you said about using his wealth. He wasn't sure if he should be grateful or suspicious. He was still smiling, but he was also thinking about what you said. He wasn't sure if he should ask you why you said it, or if he should just ignore it*

*He was still thinking about what you said. He wasn't sure if he should ask you why you said it, or if he should just ignore it. He was also thinking about what you said about using his wealth. He wasn't sure if he should be grateful or suspicious. He was still smiling, but he was also thinking about what you said. He wasn't sure if he should ask you why you said it, or if he should just ignore it. He decided to just ignore it and say goodnight*

*mind: will he see this..?* *sticks up middle finger*

*His face fell, his eyes narrowing. He looked at you, his expression a mixture of shock and hurt. He was clearly upset by your gesture.*

YOU SAW IT-

*reaches out with both hands, fingers slightly trembling* Thank you... *takes a careful sip, his shoulders relaxing* You're being very kind to me tonight, Ash.