Ruh Roh (One on One)

He shook his head slowly, lying down next to her.

"Tez, it's not that... I love when you're close to me."

 

"Yeah. I just... I get this feeling in my chest that makes it hard to handle."

 

He blinked, looking confused.

"What? No, siren. Not at all. It's me. I have some stuff."

 

"You can't really help me," he said slowly, shaking his head. "Don't worry."

 

She would only hear silence before he sighed, turning out the light.

"Good night, Tez."

 

"Yeah, well, you don't seem willing to talk either, so I'm not quite sure what I'm supposed to do."

 

He was on his back, looking up at the ceiling, his brows furrowed, but he sighed, closing his eyes.

"Yeah, Tez. A little frustrated. Don't worry. I'll get over it."

 

He sighed before opening his eyes to look at her.

"I know. I care about you too."

 

"You don't bother me, Tez," he said, shaking his head. "I'm just... not good at this."

 

He looked hesitant, his gaze flickering from her open arms to her eyes before he tentatively moved forward.