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Waking up my head was pounding I could feel the pulses rattling my skull. Groaning I set up and held my head running my hands through my hair hoping to ease the tension. I was lucky Johnny wasn't adding to my headache with his rambles at the moment, but right now I just wanted the pain to go away.
" Babe, here."
Lifting my head slowly I felt relief wash over me as soon as I heard River's voice. Holding a glass of water for me and a small bottle of painkillers was my overly sweet detective. "You always know exactly what I need, thanks River. " Grabbing the pills I popped them in my mouth and then reached for the glass of water and eagerly started gulping it down.
" V, take it easy. Remember last time. "
I started drinking the water slower not saying a word and giving River a soft glare as I finished up the glass. Placing the glass down on the side table I then leaned back into the bed.
" You are such a worrier. Just cause I threw up last time doesn't mean anything. I'm fine. "
I didn't mean to sound ungrateful or for my voice to have a slight edge to it, but lately with having to deal with all the chaos piling up in my life.....on top of dying... I noticed I got irritated more easily and even grew bitter at times. Still, I wish I didn't take it out on River of all people, but he often was the one who took the brunt of it. He was the one who spent the most time with me besides a certain rockerboy in my head.
I suddenly felt guilt wash over me and I gripped the bedsheets tightly in frustration.
"Look I'm sorry baby. I didn't mean to sound like a bitch I just -"
"Stop."
The bed dipped from River's weight as he sat on the edge closest to me and leaned forward to cup my face and softly brush his thumb across my cheek.
" You don't need to explain anything I know you and I know you are dealing with a lot. I understand, so let me be here for you, okay? "
He gave me that beautiful warm smile of his as he cradled my face and I couldn't help, but smile back and press my hand against his.
" Okay, Officer. "
River let out a low playful chuckle as he leaned forward more pulling me into a gentle loving kiss. I gave a happy hum as I melted at the touch and slowly started to wrap my arms around River's neck forcing him to climb into the bed fully and press his weight down onto me. His hands started to massage up and down my waist tugging me firmly against his body spreading his warmth throughout me.
My life right now no matter how hard things get or painful least I have this here with him.
My own little haven.