Ruh Roh (One on One)

He pursed his lips before offering her his thick cloak.

"Here. Put this on."

 

"Because it will be rainy," he said, starting for the door, "and I don't want you to get cold."

 

He had a stubborn look in his eye and he crossed his arms.

"But it's really windy out there. Take it, please?"

 

He nodded, satisfied.

"Good. Thank you."

 

"I generally go in the woods," he said, looking ahead thoughtfully. "But we could go to the docks if you want."

 

He laughed, his deep voice warm.

"You've grown tired of your home?"

 

"I see. Do you not go through the woods often?"

 

"Why not?"

 

"You'll like it, I think," he said as they stepped outside, the rain instantly soaking him. He looked up with a small smile, blinking as the droplets landed on his face. "I think it's really peaceful."

 

"Yeah. I don't sleep much, so I used to come out here all the time in the early mornings."