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Roach really had no idea what he was doing as he stood in front of one of the other Sargeant’s doors. A blanket around his shoulders, a pacifier hanging by a pacifier clip on his shirt.
It was early in the morning. Far, far too early for him. Especially when he was so small, Gary usually slept in when he regressed. One of the few reasons the others didn't wake him unless necessary. The other reason being that he bit when he was touched in his sleep when he hadn't fallen asleep in bed with anyone else.
Gary rubbed his tired eyes, looking up at the small name plate on the door.
[Sgt. Kyle Garrick]
There was no hesitation as he turned the door handle. He was still sleepy, but just wanted Kyle cuddles. It wasn't often that Roach sought out someone specific, but it was usually Kyle or Price when he did.
The door creaked open painfully loud.
Gary flinched as he stepped in. A small night light was present in the corner of the room, giving enough light for him to see where he was going. It was a bit of a mess, honestly. The room had some clothes thrown about, but every surface other than the floor was pristine.
He stepped forward to the bed, where Kyle was sleeping peacefully. Gary sort of admired the way he slept, every part of him relaxed. Maybe even a little jealous of how he seemed so comfortable on the crappy mattress.
The pacifier was placed in his mouth, soothing the nerves. He worried that he'd bother Kyle for asking for cuddles so late.. All of them said to wake them if he needed anything, but he was scared each time.
Slowly, he reached forward. His hand grasped the fabric of Kyle's shirt, and lightly tugged at it. Gary kept a careful eye on his face.
Kyle didn't wake up the easiest, but upon seeing the little one immediately after his eyes opened, he shuffled back on the bed a little. Sleep in his tired eyes. He patted the bed next to him to signal for Gary to come lay with him.
“Cmere, mate…” Kyle murmured.
But Gary hesitated again. He blinked as he watched Kyle, almost confused that he didn't react poorly to being woken up.
“It's late, bug.. come here.” Kyle's arms laid out for him to cuddle into.
It was too hard to resist, really. The blanket around Roach's shoulders was quickly discarded. He got himself in the bed right next to him.
The two laid on their sides, Gary tucked up to his chest as he relaxed.
Kyle's hand softly stroked from Gary's hair to his back, a similar motion to one used for petting cats. He set a slow pace, simply holding Gary with his other arm.
“Couldn't sleep?” He muttered, voice rough with tiredness.
He received a small nod and a huff in return. Gary cuddled up to him closer. One of his arms moved to rest over Kyle's side to hold him close too.
“That's okay… I'm here.” Kyle said while mid-yawn.
Roach curled up as small as he possibly could, which was pretty small, while still remaining cuddled up.
“You're so little…” He whispered. His eyelids fighting the sleepiness that demanded more rest. For now, Gary was much more important. Especially looking at his adorable little face.
Gary smiled behind his pacifier, the corners of his eyes crinkling. He gave a little hum as he looked up at Kyle.
Gary was one of the few that loved decorated pacis. Gems, pearls, charms. Shiny things made his brain go on excited hyperdrive mode. He specifically liked bells on pacis, because shaking his head made a fun sound. A good sound that he linked with happiness and being small.
A calloused hand softly brushed over his cheek, settling into a soft motion of Kyle's thumb brushing over his cheek while he cupped his cheek. Just soft and gentle touch. Gary couldn't help but nuzzle against it.
“Yeah… you just needed Kyle cuddles, hm?” Kyle quietly spoke, getting a nod in return.
“Do you need anything else, bug?” A head shake in response.
Roach was settled and cozy up to Kyle, it was just what he needed to get comfortable.
“I'll be here if you need anything then, don't you worry…” Kyle was sleepy still, but determined to be there for Gary.
Determination wasn't quite enough to keep Kyle awake, but he was still right there with him. Snores filling the otherwise quiet room. But Gary remained awake, just happily cuddled up to the other. Warm and cozy.
He was perfectly content to stay awake, more than comfortable enough just next to Kyle to relax. And if he ended up needing something, he could simply wake Kyle.