Sleepy

Rick wakes up, startled by the sensation of being wrapped in a tight embrace.

“What happened? A nightmare?”

Syd’s voice is thick with sleep. “No, I’m a bit cold.”

“Come here,” Rick says, rolling over in bed and pulling Syd closer. He brushes Syd’s hair with slow and gentle fingers, while his other hand caresses Syd’s back, warming him.

“You always make me feel so good,” Syd mumbles, giving Rick a sleepy kiss on the cheek. “I’m not cold any more.” His voice trails off.

He’s asleep again.

“Sleep well, love,” Rick whispers in Syd’s ear before falling asleep too.