Chapter 24

I wrapped my arms around his lean waist. A portion of his neck down to his collarbone was wet with my tears. I buried my face in the crook of his neck and sighed, taking in his breezy fragrance.

"It's okay Ryu" I mumbled. "I'm not mad. Sorry for crying on you"

He chuckled and the rich sound vibrated into my body. "Don't worry about it"

It felt so warm and safe in his arms that I didn't want to leave. The way we were hugging was akin to a couple's but I didn't care. No one could see us anyway. "Ryu?" I whispered.

"Hmm?"

"I-I want... I... c-can you..."

Fuck. I couldn't put the sentence together. What the hell do I even want to ask?

"Can I what?" he asked softly, pulling me away a bit so he could look at me. It was a wrong decision because my question hung in my throat when he set those gorgeous eyes on me.

I wanted to look away but I couldn't. "I-I want... I w-want to..."

His eyes softened. They held so much care and patience. "Say it Aito. If you can't say it then do what you want. W