Hirosaki quietly entered Ruth’s apartment. He knew she would be sleeping this early. He went into the kitchen and fixed her breakfast. He was so thankful she was a heavy sleeper. He stood in the doorway and watched her for a moment. Her breathing was even and she was smiling. He wondered what she was dreaming about. He kissed her on the cheek to wake her. Ruth woke and rubbed her eyes. “Hirosaki.” He set the tray down and held her. “I missed you so much.” She tells him. He held her tighter as she cried. He put his finger under her chin and kissed her deep. When Ruth went to reach for him, he held her hand to stop her. His voice was husky with wanting. “You need to eat first, love.” He tells her. Ruth pouted up at him. “I’m not hungry for breakfast.” She tells him with a smile. He raised an
