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"Then what do you mean walking with her to get to the house!?"
"I told you I was just helping her who didn't know how to get home during that heavy rain!"
"Is it the first time it's rained heavily in her life!?"
"Even so I can't bear to see her cold."
The apartment space had not been as noisy as it was now since they had occupied it. Loud noises and high pitches can annoy neighbors, luckily the room is soundproof.
It was barely six in the morning, and the two young men had been engulfed in an argument that was also their first time. A big fight that will likely be over for a long time.
It all started when John drove his female office friend home during heavy rain last night. Actually, there is no problem with that, he also helps his colleagues many times. But it was all different when he came home in the early hours of the morning full of red spots, smelled of sharp perfume, and clothes that were no longer neat. But that's not the end because Louis woke up at that time and wanted to get water in the kitchen, but instead found himself sneaking around as if he didn't want to be caught.
"If you're just dropping her off, why do you have to hide like that? You don't even let me wash your clothes!"
John immediately massaged the bridge of his nose, a bit dizzy from lack of sleep too. "Louis, please. I sneaked up because I didn't want to wake you. I know you were tired yesterday after a long day of meetings, I just didn't want to disturb your sleep."
"I'd rather you wake up," he mumbled softly like the wind unfortunately John didn't hear.
Louis felt they needed to cool off alone. So he took his wallet and cell phone, put on his jacket and turned the door knop.
"Wait, where are you going Louis?" John stopped holding his hand before Louis stepped out of the apartment.
"I'm going out for a bit. There's no point in us arguing with our minds all over the place."
John was silent for a while, thinking that he too needed a breath of fresh air, and coincidentally that day they were both on vacation from work. "You're right. I'm also going out to get some air," he said taking the car keys.
Louis was silent as he walked away. The two didn't speak and agreed this was the most annoying elevator ride they'd ever had.
TING!
Can't lie it was the most beautiful voice the two of them heard this morning. They both went in and pressed the downstairs button, then it was silent again as if no one was between them.
Who would have thought that the misfortune had not ended for the two that morning?
CKITT! BRAK! DUM!
***
"Good. Now, what's the next problem?"
Louis felt that today nothing good had come to him. Already fought with his husband, and now he's trapped in an elevator that will somehow turn on!
They have made an emergency call, but it looks like it will take some time to get the power back on. The fallen tree right on the power pole made them trapped. Maybe with a little luck, they are the only 'victims'. What's annoying? Why just the two of them?
"Are you all right, Louis?"
"I'm good not having to think about a job waiting. And bad because I need to stuck with you."
Again John sighed. He scratched his head which was not itchy, he was a little dizzy, and the atmosphere was unsupportive.
Let's be honest. It's not that John doesn't know Louis' concern for him. Louis knew very well who the woman he was helping was. It was his ex-fiancé before he married Louis. Louis was a little sensitive when it came to that woman, after all, they had been through. And that's a story for another time.
John understood the anxiety that hit his wife. But the thing that made him have to go home early in the morning was his bad luck getting caught in a big flood on his way home, plus his car suddenly broke down and he had to be willing to fix it in the pouring rain. Of course, his clothes got messy and he got a lot of mosquito and other insect bites.
The problem why he smelled perfume was because he had spilled perfume. But it was his gift to Louis which unfortunately broke while he was repairing the car. It's kind of hard to believe, but there's no such thing as bad destiny that can stand against it.
"Louis come on, listen to me first," he coaxed again hoping this time Louis would hear.
But nothing, "you just listen to that woman."
Well if John can't talk, let's do it with action.
Quickly John pulled the hand away, tucked the smaller body into his arms, and held it. The struggle that was given to Louis seemed in vain because he also feels weak since his emotions came out repeatedly a few hours ago.
Now both of them are silent, in the dim of the emergency lights, the two husbands and wives listen to each other's heartbeats. No more struggling, Louis just silently closed his eyes. The caress he felt on his hair, and the light peck on the top of his head managed to calm the anger that welled up in him.
"Quiet down already?"
"Not if your explanation doesn't make sense, and don't even try to lie!"
"I'm not going to lie to my wife."
"Don't talk too much and just explain."
The statement didn't take long. Louis was still annoyed and had a sullen face, but at least he had not resisted John's touch.
His heart wasn't calm, Louis knew more than anyone, including John, the reason why he was so emotional. There was anger welling up inside him. He did not want it if at the end of their journey John turned away from him.
Louis still loved John too much to let him go.
"Hey, don't think too much Louis. Not good for your health."
His lips pursed more and more, slightly irritated by his husband's behavior. "Who's at fault!? Next time think before doing something, doctor."
"Ahaha, forgive your husband who likes to act first then think," he admitted, feeling glad Louis was no longer angry with him. He placed his chin on top of Louis's head, inhaling the scent of the soap that somehow tasted so sweet today.
Even though their problems have been resolved, there is still one more problem that both of them have to go through.
"Does the technician still have time? It's getting warmer in here."
"How do you feel now Louis?" Panicked John let go of his arms and looked at Louis' face. The young man slightly flushed his pale face, his breath also seemed to be ragged.
Quickly John immediately put his hand on Louis' forehead, and sure enough, there was a feeling of heat radiating from there. "You have a fever!?"
"Really? I think it's just tired," he replied, lowering his head and taking a deep breath. "Haha, you should be the one with a fever from the rain all night after all."
"Don't pray for your handsome husband to be sick, my cute wife."
Frantically John grabbed his cell phone, intending to call an ambulance. Unfortunately, the signal in that place has been lost a while ago. Louis's condition also did not improve. His jacket had been opened, John was also faithfully fanning it but there was no progress.
It was almost noon, counting their two hours in the elevator. The oxygen levels were also running low and John began to feel the same dizziness.
Now they are just silent while hugging each other, John hugs Louis tightly, praying that the technician team will fix the electricity soon.
"John," Louis called softly, waking him from falling asleep.
"Yes, my darling?"
A small curve formed gently on his lips, "why are you so spoiled today?"
"Can I not do it?"
Louis gave a small shake. His face was buried deep in John's chest. "I'm sorry we fought today."
"You're not wrong Louis. I should be the one apologizing for not thinking about your feelings."
If they weren't in such a predicament maybe both would have entered the room, if you know what I mean.
"Is this what it feels like to be in the world of movies? It's not good," he chanted more slowly.
Even if it's just for a try, John is sure no one wants to have a first experience like this. "After this let's have some ice cream. You haven't tasted it at the shop down the road, have you? We'll buy flavors you've never had before."
"I feel like today is the beginning of everything."
"Because we're doing it all for the first time?"
"To be more precise, I'm glad I got to do it with you."
The two beads slowly closed. Their hands never let go of theirs. The dim red light that had been shining on them for a while now began to flash rapidly.
Until the atmosphere became very calm, and the light went out leaving the darkness with them.
***
That day was still full of honking, many people were walking there. Both young and old enjoy the hot sun in the middle of autumn which is entering its middle. Birds chirping did not miss, even with the breeze that blew the fine strands of her hair.
"W-wait for me Louis ..! Hah, you run really fast," the sound of his gasping breath was greeted by the cheerful laughter of another figure who sat leaning against a large tree.
"You are lacking exercise, doctor. Starting tomorrow, climb the mountain or the pine tree in the garden behind the apartment. Do the calculations to maintain your stamina too, hahaha."
Seeing Louis's suffocating pleasure, John couldn't bear to join in on the prank. With quick movements, he sat down next to the young man and pulled him to his senses in his arms.
"John..!"
"If it's just stamina I can last until morning. If you want we can try it right now, Louis, " he whispered then blew on his wife's ear which was already as red as her face.
"Stupid John..!"
PLAK!
"Ouch, ouch, Louis why did you slap me?"
"It's your fault for acting like that! You're finally healthy and able to breathe, that's why your head bolt fell off!?"
Yes, as Louis said, they survived exactly five minutes after both of them passed out. The rescue team managed to turn on the electricity and open the elevator doors.
Now they take a break from their respective jobs and go on a picnic together in a park in the interior of the city.
Want to breathe fresh air for both reasons.
"Even though I just want to make Louis happy," the tone filled with sadness made Louis roll his eyes. But he did not refuse when Louis himself laid his head on John's thigh who was surprised to see him.
"Lo-Louis?"
"Let it be for a moment. After all, this is the first time we can be like this, isn't it?"
Smiling gently at the peaceful face of his beloved young man, John couldn't help but kiss his forehead. Their two beads faced each other with a warm glow.
This time, since the first time they saw each other's gaze, it was then that they fell in love with each other. And until now they always feel the feeling for the first time.
"After this, do you want to try soaking in the hot tub? I heard that the special thing in this place is the bath."
"Good idea. My bones need a little relaxation too."
It seemed to both John and Louis that it was nice to have a first experience that brought them back together, and made them more sincere and trusting in their partner.