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It was around 1 something AM. Weirdly enough,Today was pretty silent. No boasting,No intelligible mumbling in another language,it was pretty peaceful. What did get concerning was when Noah was asleep,Alejandro didn’t come back until well.. 1 something AM.
The apartment door creaked open,and unfortunately for Noah:He was a light sleeper. Probably because of World Tour and the monstrosities happening whenever he was asleep. He’d push himself to sit up on the bed,groaning weakly. He was pretty groggy especially because he doesn’t like staying up all that much,he finds the concept pretty stupid but in reality Noah wasn’t energetic at all,so he’d sleep early and wake up late. Was it the best habit? Probably not.
Although even with his routine probably being broken,something told him to check. Logically he knew he should probably stay in his room,cause we don’t know if some type of robber picked the lock and wanted to rob them,but robbers would probably try to keep it down. He’d get up,putting on slippers before going to check in the living room. In reality it wasn’t no robber,it was just a pretty tired looking Alejandro.
Admittedly:Even if the two were dating,Noah always had a struggle with empathy. He’d have to force himself to feel even an ounce of it,it’s just how he is. But someone like Alejandro who has a very specific routine everyday coming back late did raise an eyebrow,especially if he looks like he hasn’t slept for days.
“Geez,What could’ve possibly happened?”
Noah asked,his voice still the same monotone one he’d hear daily,he’d rub his eyes as he’d barely be able to open his eyes due to the sudden light. Alejandro would mumble nothings under his breath.
“I..admit,some traffic held me up.”
Alejandro would barely be able to admit,looking away in a bit of shame. Al still tries to act perfect and all even around people he’s more comfortable with.
“SOME traffic? Dude it’s like.. one am. I’m surprised you didn’t drop on the floor by now.”
“Dude?! Mi precioso we have been dating for three months now!”
Alejandro exclaimed,pointing at Noah as if he’s accusing him for some type of crime. Noah tensed up in surprise,raising his shoulders to his face as he frowned in more so confusion before processing it.
“Sorry,Habit.”
He scratched the back of his neck,looking away for a bit. He thought of something as his head turned to the smaller kitchen they had in the apartment.
“Wait, hold on. I’ll make you something.”
He’d walk over to the kitchen,Alejandro clearly a bit confused. That is until Noah seemed to open the cabinet and pulled out some flowers.
“..is that Chamomile?”
Alejandro asked,squinting at the flowers Noah was rinsing in the sink. Noah nods,putting the flowers on the side as he pours water in the kettle.
“Yeah. I usually keep these for myself when I can’t sleep.”
He’d turn on the stove,putting the kettle above the fire.
“And you’re doing this for me?”
Alejandro seemed to be a bit taken aback,honestly. Widening his eyes a bit as he tilted his head a bit.
Truth be told,Even after all the time world tour aired,he still feels bad about getting Noah out. He used to be like a rose with thorns. But over the years even before dating the guy,He softened up a lot. He has to admit,it’s a bit embarrassing. The winner of world tour who was able to manipulate anyone he wanted softening up because of someone who he got out? Feels like a teenager’s fan-fiction. Wait.. well,anyways,He sat on the bar stool behind the kitchen counter that technically acted like some type of dining table.
“Sure,why not?”
He’d nod,I mean he was pretty sure helping him was something regular. Unless he was wrong,but he’s a know it all,he probably isn’t.
Alejandro’s face which seemed so annoyed when he first barely even limped into the apartment,now softened up. Sighing before he gave a smile to who wasn’t even facing him at the moment.
“Cariño,You’re truly my sweetheart..”
He muttered,cupping his own cheek. His voice quiet as if it was true admiration.
“It’s nothing,really.”
Noah’s tone shifted a bit,awkwardly chuckling he finished his sentence as he bowed his head. He wouldn’t admit it but simple stuff like this can really embarrass him,especially since he thinks otherwise of himself. Not in a way that he hates himself,but it’s technically true since he comes off as rude most of the time.
He’d place the tea in front of Alejandro,sliding it towards him as he was going to wash the kettle. Before Alejandro put his hand on Noah’s shoulder to stop him.
“Hold on Miel.”
He’d pat Noah’s shoulder,Getting up a bit so he could properly reach it.
Noah turned his head to check,raising an eyebrow. Was Alejandro going to specify some type of Starbucks type order with too many steps that he usually does? Hey,he has limits.
Alejandro squished Noah’s lower face,pulling him in for a kiss on the cheek.
“Okay,NOW You can go.”
He’d let go of Noah’s cheeks. holding the cup of tea as he took a sip of the tea,basically tasting it. Noah could feel his face heat up,tensing up a bit out of embarrassment. He scoffs and rolls his eyes as he shuffles to the sink grabbing the kettle nearby as he mumbled embarrassed-nothings under his breath.
Seeing Noah so pent up over something this simple was pretty cute,Knowing how stoic he usually is. He’d snicker a bit over it.
“Your attempts at hiding your Face is.. cute.”
He’d compliment before drinking more of his tea.
“Tch..Oh pipe down you eel,It’s the middle of the night and we both should be asleep.”
He’d scoff,drying his hands as he rolled his eyes.
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A few minutes later,of chit chattering and the tea was finished,barely a drop left. The chattering ended with both of them giggling like idiots. After both of them piped their 1am laughing,hoping their neighbours wouldn’t complain;Noah would take a breath.
“Alright,You finished your tea and I want to head to bed. I’m tired.”
He’d remark,crossing his arms. He doesn’t like staying up whatsoever,he only did today cause the poor guys a light sleeper.
“Cariñooo..Can we cuddle?”
He’d nag,pleading as he got up. He used the counter to help him get up especially since he’s more sleepy than he was before.
“..huh?”
He was more so confused if anything,Especially since it was so sudden. But whatever,was he complaining?
“.. Yeah okay sure.”
He’d nod,Chuckling a bit. He could honestly use this day against Alejandro when he’s already embarrassed over something else. But it also felt sweet,genuine almost.
“Gracias, eres un verdadero ángel.”
He’d mumble his gratitude drowsily,rubbing his eye. Noah would trace his previous steps and wrap his arm around his sleepy boyfriend’s shoulders,technically dragging him. Alejandro was pretty much taller than him so it was pretty difficult to even hold him up.
After they got to the single bedroom they were technically forced to share,although only a few times they were actually close to each other in those times they were sleeping next to each other. They had to admit:they both enjoyed their personal space when it came to sleeping. After a long day of whatever they did,they’d always subtly agree on their distance when they had to go rest and count sheep,but not this time.
As they got into bed,lying down;Alejandro instantly clung onto Noah,Wrapping his arms around Noah’s shoulders and clasping his hands from behind. He’d seem to try and mumble some type of annoyed rant although whatever he wanted to say was unintelligible due to how tired he got cause of the tea. Noah rested his head on Alejandro’s chest,hugging him as his arms reached his back. Noah was honestly flustered from it all,he could hear Alejandro’s heartbeat and it rung in his ears. Luckily the guy fell asleep,or he would’ve used 10 different stupid attempts to mess him up more.
He’d think to himself on how he fell asleep weirdly fast,he found it unexpected from someone that looks as threatening as Alejandro.
He didn’t mind though,he couldn’t think about it longer through. He already was asleep.