Chapter 7

The next morning Evelyn stirred awake clutching her throat which was dry and scratchy from lack of use. With a grunt she pushed herself up to a sitting position. Shakily she grabbed onto the edge of the bed and lifted herself up clutching onto the wall as she walked towards the bathroom. It seemed to take forever but she finally made it. Gordon hummed happily as he stepped out of the shower and placed clean clothing on. He knew it was difficult for V to allow Gordon to use his bathroom but seeing the circumstances there was little choice.

"Good morning" V called happily as he flipped pieces of bacon in a skillet.

"Remind me why I am here again. It seems as if you have everything under control" Gordon questioned staring at his friend in confusion.

"You are here to look after Evelyn while I am not here. It is easier to have you remain here" V said simply.

Gordon made a noise in the back of his throat as if he didn't believe him but V did not comment on it.

"How is she?"

"Better. I checked on her this morning and she seems to have some color back to her appearance" V sighed before scooping the pieces of bacon onto a plate covered in a paper towel.

"Well that is good news" Gordon smiled before pouring himself a glass of orange juice.

"Good morning" A weakened voice called from the entrance of the kitchen.

V and Gordon turned around in surprise to see Evelyn clutching onto door frame for dear life while trying to figure out how she was going to get to the table.

"Evelyn! What are you doing up?" Gordon scolded while V crossed the room in a few simple strides only to scoop her up in his arms and carry her to an empty chair.

Gordon did not miss how she gripped onto him and laid her head against him for mere seconds before she was forced to release him.

"I am sick of being in bed" Evelyn grumbled.

Her appearance had improved seeing that you could see hints of the warmth back into her cheeks. She looked tired but her rings were not as dark as they had been.

"You two are friends?" She asked tiredly.

"Unfortunately" V joked causing Gordon to glare at him.

"I never would have guessed" She smiled.

"I'm afraid that is the point my dear" Gordon chuckled.

"Food smells good" Evelyn said becoming winded.

"Thank you" V bowed slightly before placing a plate in front of her.

"I have told V he should start his own cooking show" Gordon teased.

"Show? Oh no I totally forgot about my job. I'll probably be fired" Evelyn began to panic.

V placed a gloved hand on her shoulder to try and calm her.

"Don't worry the press believe you and I ran off for a romantic get away" Gordon smiled.

"I ensured the network that you would return soon and your job is waiting for you" Gordon assured her with a smile before digging into the delicious breakfast V made.

"Thank you Gordon. It means alot to me. It might not be my dream job but I worked hard to get it"

Evelyn heard her fork clatter to the ground as she began to sway. V immediately wrapped an arm around her waist steadying her and she gripped onto him for support.

"Well breakfast was wonderful as always V but I need to get going" Gordon said standing to his feet.

V's head turned in his direction trying to stop him but he knew he could not let go of Evelyn unless he wanted her to fall face first on the cold ground. He let a low growl vibrate his throat as he watched Gordon leave. V held tightly onto Evelyn before sliding his arms underneath her and lifting her to his chest. Gently he placed her on the two seater couch in his living room in front of the television. Quickly he gathered a few pillows from the bedroom and placed them behind her to make her comfortable.

"Thank you" She smiled. V nodded acknowledging her before walking into the kitchen and gathering her breakfast.

"Do you mind sitting with me after you eat. I've been laying in that bed for two days straight I just want some company" She said on the verge of begging.

"I will join you shortly" V bowed before turning on his heels and leaving her alone once again.