Ruh Roh (One on One)

He returned shortly afterward with a few blue pills and a large glass of water.

"Alright, Tez," he said, coming over to her. "Drink this, okay?"

 

He gave her the pills and sat next to her and rubbed her back.

"I ran a bath for you," he said, obviously a little embarrassed. "I mean, I don't know what's making you sick, but it has, like... smells in it. To relieve stress or something. Lark gave them to me as birthday gift a couple years ago. I think she was trying to make a joke. Anyway."

 

He hesitated, before nodding.

"Yeah. Sort of. Don't chew, just swallow with the water."

 

He leaned down and kissed her cheek, his hand rubbing her back slowly.

"Do you want to take that bath, or...?"

 

He considered her thoughtfully.

"Well, I ran it hot, but I can make it cold, if you like."

 

He frowned, pausing for a moment.

"Are you sure? It's really no trouble."

 

He rolled his eyes before picking her up gently in his arms.

"Is this okay?"

 

He kissed her forehead, bringing her to the bathroom where the air smelt vaguely of tea tree.

"Can you get changed and everything?"

 

He kissed her forehead, looking worried.

"Okay, I'm closing the door, but leaving it unlocked, okay?"

 

"I love you too, Siren," he said gently, closing the door behind him.