The air in the hotel room had shifted. The storm of emotions that had been raging within Gemini had finally settled. Now, instead of heated arguments and desperate kisses, they were wrapped in each other's warmth, their bodies tangled in a quiet embrace on the plush hotel bed.
Gemini had his arms securely around Fourth's waist, pulling him close as if afraid that if he let go, Fourth would disappear.
Fourth lay comfortably beside him, his smaller frame almost engulfed by Gemini's larger one. His fingers traced gentle patterns on Gemini's arm, his heartbeat steady and calm, unlike the rapid pounding from earlier.
It was peaceful.
Safe.
Until Gemini saw it.
The redness on Fourth's wrist. His own fingerprints-stained into the soft, delicate skin. Like a scarlet reminder of what he had done.
His breath caught in his throat. A cold wave of realization crashed over him.
He had sworn to protect Fourth. Sworn that no harm-not from anyone, not from the past, not from the world-would ever touch his precious little bean.
And yet...
He himself had hurt him.
Even if unknowingly. Even if unintentionally.
His throat tightened, his chest aching in a way he had never felt before. And for the first time in his life, Gemini's eyes welled up with tears. A sharp pang of guilt twisted in his heart.
I hurt you... his voice was barely a whisper, raw with pain. ...I hurt you, love.
Fourth, who had been tracing lazy circles on his back, paused. Then, realizing what had caused Gemini's sudden shift in mood, he followed his gaze-
And saw the redness on his wrist.
Oh.
Understanding dawned on him. The alpha inside him stirred, sensing the heavy guilt in Gemini's scent.
The once dominant, untamed pure-blood alpha, who had seemed so terrifying moments ago, was now curling into himself, guilt weighing down on his broad shoulders.
Fourth didn't hesitate. Gently, he lifted his hand to cup Gemini's cheek, guiding his face towards him.
Then, he kissed him. A soft, reassuring kiss.
One that spoke volumes-not of passion, but of comfort.
Of forgiveness.
And as he kissed him, his calming pheromones slowly spread, wrapping around Gemini like a warm embrace. Telling him, in a way only their kind could understand-
"I'm not angry."
"I'm not afraid."
"I forgive you."
Gemini melted. His entire body relaxed as he let himself sink into Fourth's warmth. His arms tightened around the smaller male, burying his face in Fourth's neck, inhaling his sweet scent as if it was the only thing keeping him sane.
...I'm sorry. He mumbled, his voice muffled against Fourth's skin. I never wanted to hurt you... never...
Fourth's fingers threaded through his soft hair, gently massaging his scalp.
A silent way of saying-
"I know."
He placed another small kiss on Gemini's temple, his lips lingering for a moment before whispering, You're my safe place, Gem. Gemini's grip tightened, his lips pressing against Fourth's collarbone as he took in the words.
Safe place.
The world had always told him that he was the untouchable one. The dangerous one. The one others should fear.
But here, in Fourth's arms-
He was just Gemini.
And for the first time...That was enough.
The hotel room was bathed in soft golden light as the morning sun peeked through the white curtains. The gentle glow cast a warm hue over the tangled bodies lying amidst the plush white sheets, their steady breathing the only sound filling the quiet space.
Gemini stirred first.
His lashes fluttered slightly before his deep brown eyes slowly blinked open, adjusting to the soft morning light. For a moment, he simply lay there, his mind still fogged with sleep, the events of last night a hazy memory that gradually came into focus.
Then, he felt it. The small body curled up against his chest.
His arms were still securely wrapped around Fourth, who was snuggled into his embrace, his face buried against Gemini's warm skin. The smaller male's soft cotton t-shirt had ridden up slightly, exposing just a hint of his smooth lower back, where Gemini's fingers rested lightly.
Fourth looked so... peaceful.
His lips were slightly parted, his soft breaths fanning against Gemini's collarbone. His delicate eyelashes cast faint shadows over his rosy cheeks, and his hair was a little messy, strands falling over his forehead in a way that made him look so effortlessly adorable.
Gemini could only stare. His heart clenched in a way that was too foreign, too overwhelming. A deep, indescribable warmth bloomed inside his chest, spreading through his veins like honey.
Was this what it felt like... to be in love?
Because fuck, if it was, Gemini never wanted to feel anything else.
He lifted a hand, his fingers itching to tuck the messy strands away from Fourth's face, but he paused.
The morning sunlight had shifted, a sliver of brightness slipping past the curtains, casting a glow directly onto Fourth's serene face.
Gemini frowned.
He wouldn't allow that.
Instead of moving away, he did the opposite.
With a soft sigh, he adjusted their position, pulling Fourth even closer, tucking his smaller frame further into his chest. His strong arms shielded Fourth's face from the sunlight, creating a cocoon of warmth and darkness around him.
The movement made Fourth let out a small, sleepy whine, his body instinctively nuzzling deeper into Gemini's chest, seeking the familiar warmth.
Gemini froze. His heart stopped. Then started beating again-faster this time.
...Shit. He whispered under his breath, his lips quirking up into an amused yet fond smirk.
How was this little bean so dangerous without even trying ?
He watched as Fourth let out another tiny sigh, his arms unconsciously wrapping around Gemini's waist as if it was the most natural thing in the world.
Gemini swallowed.
He was gone. Completely, utterly, irrevocably gone for this boy.
And the craziest part ?
He hadn't even asked him out officially yet.
That needed to change.
Soon.
But for now...Gemini simply held him closer, burying his face in Fourth's soft hair, inhaling his sweet scent. For now, he would let his love sleep peacefully in his arms.
A soft hum left Fourth's lips as he stirred awake, his small body shifting slightly against the warmth wrapped around him. His eyelashes fluttered, adjusting to the soft glow of the morning light filtering through the curtains. His head felt heavy with sleep, but the steady rise and fall of a firm chest beneath him made him feel safe.
Slowly, his sleepy gaze lifted. The first thing he saw was Gemini. His boyfriend was awake-of course, he was.
Gemini leaned against the headboard, one arm wrapped securely around Fourth's waist, holding him close even in his distraction. In his other hand, he held his phone, his sharp eyes scanning over a business file PDF. The faint glow from the screen cast a subtle highlight on his handsome face.
Fourth stared. Something about the sight of Gemini, so effortlessly composed, his strong arms keeping him close even as he worked, made warmth bloom in Fourth's chest.
Unknowingly, he let out a small shift against Gemini's side, a sign that he was waking up. Immediately, Gemini's gaze flickered down. A slow, knowing smirk curled his lips as he took in Fourth's half-lidded, sleepy eyes.
Good morning, baby. Gemini murmured, his voice still thick with sleep despite how awake he seemed. Fourth blinked up at him, his cheeks heating at the endearment.
Before he could respond, Gemini tilted his head down, his face moving closer-his lips hovering just inches away. Fourth's brain was still waking up, but instincts kicked in as he quickly covered his own mouth with both hands.
Gemini raised an amused brow. Hmm ?
I- Fourth hesitated before mumbling, his voice still hoarse from sleep. I haven't brushed my teeth yet...
Gemini's smirk widened. His pure-blood alpha instincts hummed with amusement as he took in Fourth's small, embarrassed form, hiding his face with his hands.
Oh ? He teased, his tone playful. You think that'll stop me ?
Fourth's eyes widened slightly. Gemini leaned down further, his warm breath fanning against Fourth's fingers as he spoke again, softer this time. Nothing can stop me from giving my baby a morning kiss.
Fourth's face burned.
Before he could protest further, Gemini gently pried Fourth's hands away, his fingers lacing with Fourth's smaller ones, pulling them aside effortlessly.
Then, with a soft chuckle, he captured Fourth's lips in a kiss.
It was short.
It was soft.
But it was filled with something deep, something unspoken.
Fourth's sleepy protests melted away instantly.
His body relaxed against Gemini's, completely surrendering to the warmth and affection only this man could give him.
And just like that, the morning became even softer.
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