[randy]
The kid fell asleep as we headed home. Nameless, sat on my lap, peacefully sleeping on my chest as he clung to me. His soft snores resonated in the car. Thorne sat beside me. He was quiet the whole time. Glancing at him, I held his hand.
Thorne looked at me and forced a smile. Much as he wanted to impress me with his charming smiles, it turned out to be wry. It would be an insensitive question for me if I dared ask him if he’s okay. He’s not. It’s obvious. Knowing men, it’s hard for them to express their emotions easily.
“Are you tired?” I asked carefully, locking my gaze on his eyes. Thorne sighed, slowly bobbing his head. “Yeah. I want to sleep,” he uttered. Pursing my lips and nodded my head in response. It’s unusual for him to be exhausted easily.
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