Episode 20
Greg had asked Noah and Aiden to stay over at the mansion, knowing that Lily didn’t have school the next day since it was Saturday.
Now, inside the bedroom, Noah and Aiden were together. Well, as far as their parents knew, they were married and romantically in love, so they had no choice but to share the same room.
Noah was busy laying out some bedding on the floor, preparing for the night.
Aiden Blake
What are you doing?
He was sitting up on the bed, reading a book, wearing glasses and leaning against the headboard.
Noah Rivera-Blake
*paused*
Noah Rivera-Blake
*glancing up at him before shrugging*
Noah Rivera-Blake
I just figured we’d sleep here. It’s more comfortable this way
Aiden Blake
*raised an eyebrow* You know, you could just sleep on the bed. I’m sure it’s more comfortable than the floor
Noah Rivera-Blake
*finished setting up the blanket.* I don’t want to intrude. You should be comfortable.
Aiden Blake
*closed his book*
Aiden Blake
*pushing his glasses up his nose as he looked at Noah with an unreadable expression.*
Aiden Blake
You’re not intruding, Noah. You’re my husband, remember?
Noah Rivera-Blake
*turned to face Aiden and smiled* yeah, I know. I guess I’m just used to giving people their space.
Aiden Blake
*chuckled softly and leaned back*
Aiden Blake
*stretching his arms above his head*
Aiden Blake
Well, you’re not just anyone to me. You’re family.
Noah Rivera-Blake
on paper yeah *finishing his little setup.*
Aiden Blake
*smile faltered*
Aiden Blake
*he set the book down and sat up*
Aiden Blake
*leaning forward slightly*
Aiden Blake
And so? You're still a family, you're carrying my last name
Noah Rivera-Blake
I... I’ll just sleep here
settling down on the makeshift bedding he’d arranged on the floor.
But before he could get comfortable, there was a sudden knock at the door. Startled, Noah quickly stood up, his heart racing. He hastily moved to remove the bedding, worried that someone might notice him sleeping on the floor.
He didn’t want to raise any suspicions—especially after the conversation they had about being married. It was already strange enough to be here, pretending everything was fine and that they were a normal couple
Aiden Blake
Noah? What’s wrong?
Noah Rivera-Blake
I just... don’t want to make things awkward, you know? *still busy straightening up the bedding.*
The knock at the door came again, more insistent this time. Noah glanced nervously at Aiden.
Aiden Blake
Should I open it? *raising an eyebrow as he noticed Noah’s unease*
Noah Rivera-Blake
*nodded, giving a small, uncertain smile* Yeah... yeah, you should.
Aiden stood up, moving toward the door, while Noah quickly finished fixing the bedding. He tried to act casual, but his mind was running a mile a minute. What if someone walked in and saw them like this? Would it blow their cover?
Aiden reached the door and paused for a brief second, giving Noah one last glance before opening it. The door creaked as it swung wide, revealing Greg, who stood there with a grin on his face.
Gregory Blake
Hey, sorry to interrupt, guys *his voice warm but teasing*
Gregory Blake
i just wanted to check in. Everything good?
Noah Rivera-Blake
*exhaled slowly*
Noah Rivera-Blake
*gave a tight-lipped smile* Yeah, all good
Noah Rivera-Blake
Just... getting ready for bed
Gregory Blake
*eyeing them both for a moment*
Gregory Blake
Right. Well, I’ll let you two get some rest. Just wanted to make sure you didn’t need anything.
Aiden Blake
*gave a reassuring nod*
Aiden Blake
*stepping aside to allow Greg to leave* Thanks, Dad. We’re fine. You’re sure Lily’s settled in?
Gregory Blake
She’s fine *chuckle* She’s already asleep, probably dreaming about being an artist or something
Noah smiled, a bit more at ease now that the moment had passed. Greg gave one last friendly nod before walking away, closing the door gently behind him
Noah Rivera-Blake
*let out a breath* That was close
Noah Rivera-Blake
*dropping down to sit on the floor again*
Noah Rivera-Blake
*smoothing out the bedding once more.*
Aiden Blake
*chuckled softly* it wasn’t that bad
Aiden Blake
*walking over and sitting on the edge of the bed.* You’re always so tense
Noah Rivera-Blake
*Rubbed the back of his neck* I guess I’m just not used to this... pretending. It’s weird. And honestly, I don’t know if I’m any good at it
Aiden Blake
Then don't pretend
Aiden Blake
*watched him* can you stop fixing that?
Aiden Blake
Let's sleep together
Noah Rivera-Blake
*chuckled* you sleep there and i sleep here
Aiden Blake
So stubborn, i see...
Aiden Blake
*leans back on the bed* Seriously, Noah, just come up here. It's not a big deal.
Noah Rivera-Blake
*grins slightly* I told you, I’m good down here. You sleep there and I’ll sleep here, no problem.
Aiden Blake
*Raises an eyebrow, clearly amused* You’re really that determined, huh?
Noah Rivera-Blake
*shrugs* What can I say? I’m used to it
Aiden Blake
*stood up from the bed*
Noah Rivera-Blake
*didn't care and about to lay* What-
Noah Rivera-Blake
*eyes widen as Aiden lifts him* What the—Aiden, what are you doing?
Aiden Blake
*smirking as he holds him effortlessly* You’re not sleeping on the floor, Noah. I said we’re sleeping together, so that’s what’s happening.
Noah Rivera-Blake
*tries to squirm, laughing nervously* Hey, I can walk! Put me down, I’m fine!
Aiden Blake
*ignores him, walking toward the bed* You’re being stubborn again. I’m not letting you sleep down there.
Noah Rivera-Blake
*groans, crossing his arms as he rests against* Aiden Seriously, this is embarrassing.
Aiden Blake
*gently places him on the bed* It's not embarrassing, Noah. It’s just us. You don’t have to make it so complicated.
Noah Rivera-Blake
*sighs, rubbing his neck* I just don’t want to make things weird, okay? This whole thing… it’s just a lot for me.
Aiden Blake
I won't do anything
Aiden Blake
So chill and relax, it's just sleeping together
Aiden Blake
Plus we're married, legal or not legal, im your husband and you're my husband
Aiden Blake
That's part of it
Aiden Blake
Plus if someone came and saw you sleeping there, can you even explain that to them??
Aiden Blake
so sleep here with me
Noah Rivera-Blake
*hesitates, looking at Aiden* I know... but it’s just hard for me to get used to all of this. I don’t want to make things complicated, Aiden
Aiden Blake
*softly, looking at Noah with understanding* I get it. But it's not complicated, Noah. It's just us. Just... being here together.
Noah Rivera-Blake
*sighed and just lay*
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