Gray and I sat outside for a while, just talking about anything and everything. He seemed slightly nervous still, and I would catch him occasioally turn towards the door, like he was scared Kris had women up and we were both outside.
After a while, I stood up, a small breath escaping me. "Let me check in on Kris, okay?"
He nodded, then stretched his hand to hold mine for a second. I met his eyes, and he gave me a small smile, his eyes sincere and intense.
"I really appreciate this."
I gave a smile back, then leaned, kissing his forehead. "It's nothing, I promise you."
He smiled again before letting me go. He watched me leave, and I could feel his eyes on my back as I opened the door. I turned to him one more time before disappearing behind the door.
Kris was luckily stirring awake, a
