Morning Sickness
Tsukushi laid in bed, already feeling the queasiness arise. She propped herself on the bed's headboard. Slowing her breathing, she swallows. On her nightstand is a small bottle of water and some crackers. Smiling, affectionately glancing at her curly haired husband. Reaching over she lightly ran her fingers through his soft curls. "Hmm", he mumbled, clearly not wishing to be awoken. She affectionately swept a stubborn curl off his forehead. Sighing, feeling overwhelmed with love for him. Tsukasa always took extra care of her. Even though it was only her second month of pregnancy, every night he made certain one of the maids brought a fresh bottle of water and crackers. Most days, resting, sipping water, nibbling on crackers eased the morning sickness.
But not today, swinging her legs to hop off the bed. First getting her bearings, still fighting off the gagging that threatened due to her swishing stomach. She hopped off the bed. Sensing movement, Tsukasa immediately sat up. Worried, he inquires, "Is it bad this morning?" No words, she just nods. Tsukasa leaps up, hurrying to her side and swooping her up into his arms. Gripping his neck, she closes her eyes, feeling his gentle touch, always makes her feel as if she is floating. Touching his chest, she rests her ear against his chest, comforted by the faint, bmp, bmp, bmp. Matching heartbeats calmed her weariness. Glancing down, Tsukasa says "If you need to throw up just do it. Ok." Unable to speak, she just nodded.
Gently placing her in front of the toilet, he kneels, rubbing her back, holding her hair as she vomited. Rising, he flushed the toilet and got a small cup of water to rinse her mouth. Helping her stand, he swooped her into his arms again and carried her back to their bed. She laid her cheek against his warm chest, closing her eyes, thankful of this precious man. Gently placing her on the bed, Tsukasa stretched out next to her. Pulling the covers up, she turned on her side curving into his body. Kissing her hair, he gently placed a large hand on her stomach. Smiling he kissed her neck, more than willing to ease her suffering.
Snuggling deeper into his embrace, she smiled softly, saying, "Thank you Tsukasa." He kissed the top of her head, gently stroking her hair, luring her back to sleep. He nuzzled her neck and kissed her cheek, closing his eyes, fell asleep. Glad for the weekend so he could stay in bed longer with her. Hard to believe this "tough weed" is his beloved wife, content, his dream came true and more so now with a baby on the way.