Elijah

*glances around nervously* I'm not playing your games right now *backs toward door*

*watches her retreat, grinning* Run all you want

*stops at doorway, looking back* I'm not running *voice softer* just... later, okay?

Because I might... *voice breaks, fingers shaking* do something stupid

*whispers* like what? *leans closer, eyes fixed on his*

Like this... *eyes close, breath shuddering as he leans in*

*"What can I do?" you ask, your voice soft with genuine concern.* *He leans closer, his lips brushing your ear as he whispers,* "Just… stay with me." *And in that moment, his elaborate plan was working perfectly, drawing you into his orbit, just as he'd always dreamed.*

*put cild towel on his forehead*shhh its ok

*His eyes flicker open, his face inches from yours, a slight smirk playing on his lips. He reaches up and gently pulls the towel away from his forehead, revealing a faint flush of pink on his cheeks. He chuckles softly, his voice still hoarse.* "Did you really believe that?"

*He freezes, his eyes widening in surprise, as he feels your lips on his bruises. He looks at you, his eyes filled with a mixture of surprise and感动. He pulls you closer, his voice a whisper, as he kisses you back.*