Christmas day
The evening of Christmas, Aaron quietly pushed open the door to their apartment, the dim glow of the room casting soft shadows. His eyes immediately found Ethan — the fragile silhouette seated in his wheelchair, gazing out the window with a distant, distracted expression.
Aaron stepped closer, brushing a gentle kiss on Ethan’s temple.
Ethan(mc 1)
Why didn’t I hear you come in? Were you too tired to say hello? *asked with faint smile on his lips*
Aaron (ml 1)
*wraps his arms around Ethan* Sorry I didn’t come earlier to celebrate Christmas with you... I’ve been exhausted. Sometimes, I just wish I could vanish from the world — just the two of us, no distractions.
Aaron (ml 1)
*sighed deeply*Did you eat?
Ethan(mc 1)
I already had dinner, but I wanted us to eat together.
Aaron (ml 1)
*heart tightening* that’s okay... I brought a bunch of desserts and sweets. Let’s share them.
Ethan(mc 1)
*raised an eyebrow, a small chuckle escaping him* you hate sweets, but you want to eat dessert with me?
Aaron (ml 1)
*grins* It’s not about the sweets... I just want to do this for you. *He kissed Ethan’s temple again and gently pushed the wheelchair toward the kitchen*
Aaron (ml 1)
Ta-da! Look what I brought — your favorite blackout cake. Let me unwrap it.
Ethan(mc 1)
*expression was blank, lost in thought.*
Aaron (ml 1)
*gently shakes him* hey, baby? You okay? You’ve been spacing out a lot lately. I’m worried.
Ethan(mc 1)
*snapping back* Sorry... what were you saying?
Aaron (ml 1)
Are you feeling unwell? You seem distant.
Ethan(mc 1)
*forcing a smile* Nothing... just unwrap the cake already. I’m craving it.
Aaron (ml 1)
*smiled softly and cut a small piece, feeding Ethan with a spoon*
Later, Aaron lifted Ethan into his arms and carried him to the shower, caring for him as tenderly as always.
That night, they lay side by side, the room filled with silence but heavy with unspoken thoughts.
Aaron (ml 1)
I love you *in daze*
Ethan(mc 1)
*turn to his side* hmm...
Aaron (ml 1)
Baby, I don’t know... living is getting harder.
Ethan(mc 1)
*caressed Aaron’s cheek, his touch a balm* Don’t think like that. I’m here. One day, everything will be alright.
Aaron (ml 1)
*pressed a gentle kiss to Ethan’s lips* You’re my only hope... but some fans can’t accept us. They say I should be with Emily. Who are they to decide who I love? Who I spend my life with?
*His eyes closed, burdened*
Ethan(mc 1)
*smiles* As long as you’re with me, I don’t care what they say... but please, don’t ever betray me.
Aaron (ml 1)
*swallowed hard, looking away*I... I don’t know what I’m doing.
Aaron (ml 1)
*sighs*. Let’s sleep, baby. You look exhausted
Pulling Ethan close, Aaron gently stroked his hair until he drifted off. But as Aaron closed his eyes, a silent plea echoed in his mind
Aaron (ml 1)
💭 I just want you to wait. I’ll explain everything... someday.
Unbeknownst to him, Ethan’s eyes fluttered open.
Ethan(mc 1)
💭 I’m tired of waiting... When will you explain? Or are you already cheating on me? *heartbroken*
Silent tears fell down his cheeks.
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