Chapter 12 - Better

                                    

                                          
Qoute 
"It'll eventually get better, you just have to work for it."
                          
Melody's POV 
                          
After coming from outside, Alex and I hurried back into my loft apartment. Alex decided he would stay over since the rain and snow was coming down heavy.
                          
We watched two movies so far, now we are deciding on another movie to watch. But, before choosing the next movie. 
                          
I was reminded that I've been so caught up in my own problems. That I never asked Alex about his insomnia. I'm not gonna lie. I am a bit hesitant due to what occurred last time, I asked about it.
                          
Taking a deep breath, I built up the courage to ask. "Alex, have you been sleeping?" I asked with a hint of bravery in my voice.
                          
Alex turns his head, and looks at me like he's been caught red-handed. Before he speaks, I can tell that he hesitates as if making up his mind to speak the truth or not.
                          
"I haven't, it's been hard. But the more I'm awake, the more time I have to paint." He says, looking tired but also timid.
                          
"Why didn't you say anything?" I ask, trying to get more information.
                          
"Well, it's as I said before, I don't like to talk about it. It's a battle that I can handle on my own." He says, sounding as if he's trying to convince himself, instead of me.
                          
"That's the thing though, you don't have to battle it by yourself. After all, you have me. I'll be here for you." I say sincerely.
                          
"I know, Mel. Don't forget the same goes for you too." He says, looking at me with honesty. 
                          
Giving him a smile, I look down at my phone, to check the time. Seeing that it's 1am, I stand up and stretch. "I'm going to get ready for bed." I say to Alex.
                          
"Ok, well the weather still hasn't let up yet. I'll sleep on the couch, if that's ok with you?" He says, getting up taking a stretch.
                          
"Very funny, you're not sleeping on the couch. My bed is literally up the stairs. Come on." I say, as we walk up the stairs to my bed.
                          
"I just thought you would be uncomfortable having me sleep in your bed." He says worried.
                          
"And yet, I slept in your bed and we just kissed. So, therefore I have no reason to be uncomfortable around you." I say, with honesty and boldness.
                          
"Ok then, let's get ready for bed." He says, as we both get under the grey covers. Not leaving any space between us, Alex puts his arm around my waist, as I rest my head against his chest.
                          
"You know, for some reason I sleep better when I'm near you. But when I'm alone, I tend to stay awake." He says as if he's already going to sleep.
                          
"Well, maybe that's a good sign. Don't fight your sleep Alex, just rest." I say as I look up to face him, only to realize that he's already asleep.
                          
After making sure he was completely sleep, I started to close my eyes and fall asleep myslef feeling safe, for the first time in months. 
                          
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