“Do you want to stay over?” I ask Adrian once I’m done tucking Gerald into bed.
“I... I think I should go.”
It’s almost morning, so I’m not sure why I want him to stay.
“Please.”
“Okay.” He sits on the sofa.
“I’ll get you a comforter,” I say, heading to my room.
I change into a T-shirt and shorts, then return with the comforter. I hand it to him while he’s taking off his shoes.
“I’ll be in my room if you need me. It’s the one on the left.” I grab my phone, but he catches my hand before I can leave.
“Stay with me,” he says, scooting over to make room.
I’m exhausted, but I don’t feel like sleeping. I know I probably won’t be able to, so I sit down beside him.
I move closer and lean against his chest. He breathes softly, wrapping his arm around me and resting his head on mine. We st
