The Runaway Lover by Kyzyl Mhy (beach read book .TXT) 📕

Chapter Sixteen 

“You are my medicine, Schatz...” Felix whispered in her ear as he pulled her closer and buried his face on her neck. 

Lub dub lub dub lub dub... 

Tina’s heart was beating really fast, and she could not dare to move as a surge of butterflies filled her stomach. She could feel that there is something that is hidden behind his words and actions, but she just could not seem to figure it out. 

She stayed there, getting lost in her thoughts, and then she suddenly remembered that she had left Yohann in the dining room.  

“Oh, dear...” She whispered as she slightly slapped herself. 

She turned to look at Felix. The small snores that were coming from him were enough proof to arrive at the conclusion that he is already asleep, but she had to double-check by waving her hand close to her face. Then she slowly unclasped his hold as she carefully sat up. 

“Success!” She cheered when she successfully got out without waking him up. 

She then walked her way back to the dining area and saw her son who had just finished eating his food. 

“Is Yohann done eating?” She smilingly asked as she walked towards him to reward him with a bunch of sniff kisses. 

“No mommy!” Yohann giggled. “It tickles~!” 

Tina stopped and embraced her son, and then Yohann let out a small yawn before leaning his head on her shoulder. Tina chuckled and kissed her son’s forehead. 

“Shall we go to bed now?” She asked. 

“Yes please, mommy...” Yohann replied. 

- 

"Mommy are we going to sleep here?” Asked Yohann who was now sitting on the bed where Felix was resting. 

“That’s right, Yohann,” Tina smiled and nodded. “We have to sleep here so mommy can look after Daddy,” she added. 

“Is he sick, mommy?” Yohann asked as he turned to look at Felix who was resting. 

“I-Is it my fault, mommy?” He asked. “He is sick because I said I don’t like him...” He said as little tears formed on the side of his eyes. 

“No... that’s not true.” Tina immediately shook her head and kissed her son’s forehead. “It’s not Yohann’s fault.”  

“Is he going to die?” Yohann pouted. 

Tina bit her lower lip as she suppressed her laughter. Her little son was too pure and innocent. He may have not yet officially welcome Felix as a part of his life, his gestures just come to show that he cares for his dad. Sooner or later he’ll eventually warm up to him. 

“Of course not, dear.” Tina smiled. “Have you forgotten that mommy is a doctor?” She asked. 

Then the little smiled. “That’s right! Mommy can help him!” He cheered as he wiped the little tears on his eyes using the back of his hand. 

“Don’t worry... you will be better!” Yohann said as he gave Felix’s hand a soft pat. 

“But I can’t do it alone though...” Tina pouted. “I need some help...” She said while acting as if she was hesitating and thinking about something. 

“I will help, mommy!” Yohann actively volunteered. 

-Tina- 

Yohann stayed true to his words when he said that he would help me take care of Felix. He was very eager to take the towel from me and wipe Felix’s arm. He was very careful with his actions, to make sure that Felix’s rest won't be disturbed. 

“Is it done, mommy?” He asked when he finished. 

“Yes, dear...” I nodded and smiled. 

Then he yawned. It was past his bedtime, and he was obviously asleep. I could easily tell from his eyes turned drowsy. 

“Should mommy tell you a bedtime story?” I asked as I carefully sat on the edge of the bed. 

“Yes please...” Yohann yawned as he slowly brought himself to lie on the bed. “Mommy please lie down, beside me.” He requested as he tapped the empty space on his right. 

The bed was big, it could fit up to five people, so there was no problem with accommodating the three of us. Yohann was lying in between me and Felix. 

“What story do you want mommy to tell?” I asked as I brushed my fingers through my son’s hair. 

He was now hugging me, and his eyes were already closed. “Tomorrow... mommy.” He sleepily replied. 

I smiled and nodded.  

“Good night, my little man. Sleep tight.” I said as I embraced him. 

I too was feeling a little sleepy so I decided to take a nap. I just set an alarm using my phone so I could wake up and check on Felix a little later. 

- 

“Hmm...” Felix moaned as he slowly opened his eyes to look at his surroundings. 

He was still feverish and weak. Then realized that there was a damp towel resting on his forehead. He turned to look at his left and saw Tina and their son sleeping. Tina was beside him, lying on her back while Yohann was using her arm as a pillow as he hugged her. 

A warm hand touched his heart when he witnessed that beautiful scene – he felt complete.  

-Tina- 

I was in the middle of dreaming when I woke up due to the feeling of something heavy wrapped around me. I slowly opened my eyes and was then immediately greeted with an unusual scene. 

The bed was spacious but the three of us were pressed together. Both Felix and Yohann were clinging to me. Felix’s arms were wrapped around my waist as my back leaned on his lean chest, while I was facing Yohann who was using my arm as a pillow as he moved hugged me with his feet over my thighs. 

What time is it? I asked myself. 

I extended my hand to feel Felix’s forehead to check his temperature. I then let out a sigh of relief when his temperature wasn’t that high anymore. There were some still signs of fever, but he definitely got a little better overnight. 

I was about to drift off to sleep again when I felt Felix move. He buried his face on my hair and I felt how he planted a kiss on top of my head as he snuggled me more. 

Is he awake? 

“Are you awake?” I voiced my thoughts out.