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Chapter 4: Unfamiliar stirrings
Groaning, I hugged the warm duvet closer to my body, drinking in the warmth and softness that it offered as I attempted to will myself back into the peaceful mind numbing slumber I had only moments ago awoken from as I turned, hoping to snuggle, only to let out a silent yelp as I was instead met by nothing but air and found myself plopping face down in the black sheets that he had previously occupied. With a groan, a shiver racked through me as the cold sheets chilling me, and as creepy as it is going to sound, I couldn't help but take in a deep breath, allowing the scent, that could only be linked with Dom, fill me to the brim, before pulling my face to the side and breathing out, a lazy content smile on my face as I lay there motionless.
Moments ticked by, and slowly but surely, the anxiousness in my body began to come to life, eager to get up and out of the bed, no matter how my mind protested the idea. The thinking organ instead wishing to stay intertwined with the scent that had been for so long locked away and forgotten, as if afraid of losing it yet again. I let out a sigh, silently weighing the options presented upon me. . . .
And after a few moments, with a groan, I forced myself to sit up and stand so quickly that I my mind hadn't the time to comprehend the movement, only pausing only to steady myself as a vicious wave of lightheadedness threatened to overtake me, leaving me clutching onto the headboard to remain standing.
Thankfully, it passed with a few steady breaths, and slowly I straightened up, a shiver finding its way through as I made my way towards the door, swooping down to grab a hoodie from the floor in the process of stepping out into the hallway, pulling the door closed behind me as I hastily pulling the giant, yet warm hoodie over my head, noting instantly the smell as it all but assaulted me as it warmth spread over me as I continued down the hall. The only sound reaching my ear, my own bare padding feet as I descended the small flight of stairs leading to the downstairs living area, my eyes instinctively sweping across the entirety of the empty room as if looking for anything that seemed to be out of place, yet as I surveyed, I noticed everything to be in order, and almost as if in relief I let out a quiet breath.
Silently, I slinked over into the kitchen, my eyes falling on the small yellow dump truck that lay on its side in the middle of the tiled floor, and before I could stop it, a warm smile swam to my face as my mind went to the blonde haired ball of energy I had met last night as I swiped a bottle of water from the fridge, careful not to hit the truck, and cause any noise, as I took a large gulp of the flavorless liquid, hydrating my dry throat as I stood motionless leaning against the sink, swallowing the large mouthful of water in tiny, cautious swallows, my entire body on edge with the silence.
Cliiink.
The echoing sound of something dropping in the distance drew my mind out of the lazy haze as I straightened up, hurriedly swallowing the remainder of the water in my mouth, as I caped the bottle of water before discarding on the counter without a second thought. My downy hair all over my body standing on end, in the panic seeping through me as my eyes locked on the door I remembered entering through the night before, the garage door, only mere feet away.
Steeling a breath, I stepped over the yellow toy, careful not to make a sound as I crept towards the door, each step taking me closer and closer, and with each step, the louder my heart seemed to scream against the bars of my ribcage, pounding against it until it was the only sound I could hear, and almost reflexively, I reminded myself to breathe soundlessly as I advanced on the door, reaching it in just a few steps, my hand grasping and turning the cold knob slowly before pulling it silently open, the anticipation and suspense filling the air, suffocating around me with its thickness as my mind imaged gruesome scenarios at which could possibly happen.
My eyes focused in an instant, my eyebrows furrowing as I drew in a silent breath in surprise. The feeling of angst unraveling in an instant as I exhaled, my grey eyes glued to the sight before me. My mind letting me know in a swift instant with the flicker of butterflies in my lower belly, that there was no danger, and my muscles simultaneously eased as the aches slipped back into place as I stepped from the steps, thankful that the pads of my feet make no noise as I stepped onto the cold cement of the garage floor, my eyes glued to the gloriously sinful sight before me.
Dom.
Or rather, Dom's bare back, as he leaned under the hood of the monster, completely oblivious (or so I thought) of my presence as I stepped silently forward, my eyes glued to him, examining the contacting muscles under that forever sun-kissed flesh that covered them, a thin sheen of sweat beading his skin as he worked diligently on the engine with skillfully precise movements.
Gulping, I clenched my free hand into a fist at my side, pushing down the sudden need, urge, to trace the taut muscles in Dom's strong back as I leaned against the side of the car door, resulting in the car dipping slightly under my weight.
A deep chuckle sounded, sending a sensual shiver through me, as I watched Dom pull away from the car taking a step back, standing up straight as he grabbed a rag from his back pocket and began wiping his hands, his dark eyes coming to glance my way, noting silently as I stared openly at his hands before catching myself." Good morning" I managed a nod as I unintentionally pulled my bottom lip between my teeth, nibbling at the tender flesh as tore my eyes away from his beautiful hands, cursing myself mentally at the blush I could feel burning my cheeks as I brought my eyes to his, suppressing the urge to sneak yet another glance at those beautiful, strong, large hands of his as he placed the rag back where he grabbed it from, his eyes never leaving mine as he reached towards me, pulling me to him with ease and grace, leaving me only to let out a peaceful sigh as I came to rest against his back. My frame trapped between his muscled body and his most prized monster, his strong arms wrapping around my waist. His warmth sinking in through the thick fabric of the hoodie, warming my skin as I rested my cheek against the flesh of his biceps, my nostril taking in the musky scent (although not unpleasant scent) as I laid a single chaste kiss upon the bulging muscle, smirking slightly when I felt him tense and let out a soft purr as I reveled in the sensation of once again finding myself in his strong embrace. My body relaxing all on its own, my achy muscles beginning to unwind as I felt myself unconsciously falling back against his chest as the feeling of safety and comfort, which I had for so long associated with Dom's embrace washed over me.
And in my relaxed state, a unknowing smile slinked its way onto my lips, my eyes falling closed as I felt the Dom's prickly stubble against my cheek as he rested his chin on my shoulder, leaning his head softly against my own, a strong sense of familiarity and trust in the simple gesture as my very first memory of Dom, flickered in my mind, a single giggle escaping my lips.
I felt as Dom turned and laid a chaste kiss against my neck, his voice rumbling through his chest, against my back as the words spilled from him in question "What're you chuckling at?" a hint of playfulness that I wasn't at all used to hearing in his voice catching my attention, and as much as it surprised me, I found my stomach fluttering yet again, at the sound. I found myself pausing before responding, sparing a single glance in his direction as I placed my hand over his as they rested protectively against my stomach, intertwining my fingers with his without much thought involving the gesture as I brought our intertwined hands to my mouth, placing a kiss upon the back of his hand as I shrugged, smirking slightly against his hand "Just reminiscing on the first time we met"
A moment of silence, and then a deep and hearty chuckle rumbled through his chest, the sensation echoing through my back as it spilled carelessly from his mouth, a smile finding its way upon his handsome face, as I watched him too remember that memory, all those years ago before replying, amusement clinging to his words "If I remember correctly, you weren't even old enough to be drinking. You were just a baby"
I shot a mock glare his way and playfully swatted at his arm with my free hand, "I was a day from 18. I was a young woman" I countered, remembering my younger self in the memory, internally chuckling. "18, barely old enough to handle her liquor" Dom shot back without hesitation "18 years old, and cocky as hell, plopped right down into my lap, not a care in the world as you took my glass of Jack right out of my hands, and chugged it down, all the while glaring at Han, who did not look at all pleased"
At the mention of his name, I felt something in me drop, but couldn't help as I chuckled wholeheartedly at the memory none the less. My body unconsciously pressing itself closer into Dom's arms, as a cold numb feeling attempted to surface. I shuttered as I attempted to push the feeling away, squeezing my eyes tightly shut. As if sensing the internal change within me, Dom's embrace tightened, bringing me closer to his chest, his body heat all but engulfing me much like the duvet had in the morning hours, aiding in fighting off the sadness that that threatened to selfishly engulf me, and I let out a relieved sigh, allowing a slight smile at the small victory as I felt the sadness slink slowly away as silence fell between us, for only a moment, and I found myself turning in Dom's embrace as soon as he lifted his chin from my shoulder.
My cheek resting against his collarbone as I wrapped my arms lazily around his shoulders, pressing my body flush against his own as I breathed him in, using him as an anchor. A familiar anchor, to anchor my body and emotions to the ground, to keep my head from swarming back to the past, as to not let it again eat away at me as if had those 5 years prior.
After a while, I peeled myself off of him, taking only a single step back, and he allowed it, his arms easing up, yet continuing to rest on the curve of my lower back, just before my bum as he gazed down at me with a softened expression on his usually serious face as he reached forward, cupping my cheek in his large palm, chuckling softly as I allowed my eyes to close as I found myself nuzzling into his touch, a smile forming on my face as that deep sound reached my ears.
I drew in a shaky breath, allowing my eyes to flicker open and land on his handsome smiling face, the skin around his eyes crinkling with the action, and I couldn't help but return his smile with one of my own "Thanks, Dom" I whispered out, my limbs relaxing with every breath that I sucked in, his scent aiding in relaxing me further as I glanced up at him through my comforting haze as he leaned forward, his soft lips skimming across my own before pulling away, his eyes staring intently into mine, so much I found I couldn't return his gaze, and instead drew in a surprised breath, as I buried my face further in his palm, my cheeks flushing a deep crimson.
He chuckled again, and I found myself reveling in the sound, and the unfamiliar of crazed butterflies swarming around in my belly.
An:
Eh, I'm not sure how I feel about this chapter. I feel it to be extremely choppy in structure, and flow.
So I may come back in later, and change a few things, not much but enough to make it flow better. So if you read, and a few chapters down the line find yourself rereading, and can spot the difference, just remember I foretold it happening.
But please, don't forget to tell me what you think of Forget me not as a whole.
-Until next time my lovelies, MorbidLittleBirdie