Eden's POV:
I scowled, crossing my arms. I was finally able to get rid of that thought and image from my mind, but now it was back again. Then I frowned.
"Right, okay, so let's say that is the problem here," I started slowly, trying to fight off a blush. "That isn't supposed to make her all weary, is it?"
Sterling snickered and I groaned again, punching him on the shoulder lightly. Let's see how he likes it when his own brother is of age. I'll get my revenge…
Sterling’s POV:
“You’d be surprised, babe,” I chuckled, tightening my arms around her and pulling her closer. “That can make you pretty tired sometimes. Especially if you’re doing it a lot.”
Eden's POV:
My face burned hotter and I hid my face in his chest. Seriously, Sterling? Really?
"I hate you…" I grumbled. Would that be me in the near future? Would I look as weary as that? I immediately dismissed the thoughts, clearing my throat to get rid of the embarrassing thoughts. Why must my mind do this to me?
Sterling’s POV:
I chuckled and nudged her cheek with my nose. “Yeah… You know you love me,” I teased with a kiss to her cheek, letting my lips linger on her skin for a moment.
Eden's POV:
I shook my head, trying to look annoyed but the smile on my face betrayed my intentions. I peeled myself off of my boyfriend's lap (albeit forcefully).
"I'm going to shower," I declared.
Sterling’s POV:
“I feel betrayed. You’d rather spend your time with the shower than me, your own boyfriend. How cruel!” I laughed softly as I watched her walk away. “I’ll spare you the embarrassment of what I was going to ask you…”
Eden's POV:
I turned around, my arms crossed.
"Right, because the shower doesn't tease me 24/7," I retorted, trying to ignore his last statement. Of course, I knew what he was going to ask me. It was obvious. "It's also very, very warm and comforting. It washes away my stress."
Sterling’s POV:
“Hey, teasing you is my job! And I’m warm and comforting. Give me a sponge and I could wash you, too,” I reminded her playfully, grinning as I leaned back into the couch. I was totally going to get payback for this one day… I just know it…
Eden's POV:
I almost choked. Honestly, Sterling was making up for all those moments I didn't blush before. I didn't think I could blush a lot, but Sterling likes to prove me wrong.
"I'll keep that in mind," I muttered, rubbing the back of my neck. I was so going to get back at him one day. Even if it takes years, I will get him back.
Sterling’s POV:
I smiled at her and pulled my legs up onto the couch. “Good. Now, we’re you going to shower or not? Because if you don’t, then I think I might.”
Eden's POV:
I shot a glare at him and walked into our room, grumbling to myself. I went to my side of the closet, grabbing whatever I needed before walking inside the bathroom.
Once I was done, I stepped out of the shower, grabbing the towel and wiping myself dry. I started dressing, but when I reached for the shirt, I found it in the shower. And yes, it was wet. How did I not notice that? Did it fell when I took the towel?
I bit my lip and hugged my towel close before opening the door slightly.
"Um, Sterling?" I called out, already crossing out the plan to get it myself. What if Sterling walked in while I was shirtless? It would have been extremely embarrassing on my part, even if he was my boyfriend.
Sterling’s POV:
While Eden was in the shower, I pulled out my schoolwork and started doing studying and researching and whatever else needed to be done this week. Hearing her call for me, I glanced up and toward the bedroom from the couch.
“Yeah, babe? What’s up?” I called back.
Eden's POV:
"Could you… please get me a shirt?"
I wanted to laugh at the situation, but I was too flustered to even make fun of myself. What even was I?
(I'm here now, sorry! g'morning)
(It's okay! Good morning!)
(Morning! How are you feeling today?)
Sterling’s POV:
My eyebrows shot up at her request. Had she really forgotten a shirt? That didn’t seem like something she would do…
“Of course. Any preferences?” I asked as I set my things aside and started toward the room.
(I'm good, how're you guys? I am loving this conversation rn, btw)
(I'm good! It's nice to hear that you're doing fine.
I'm loving this conversation, too. xD)
Eden's POV:
I peeked from the door, holding the towel tightly against myself.
"Um… anything works?" I replied quietly. "I dropped mine in the water."
(I'm good, too! Glad you're feeling better.)
Sterling's POV:
My lips twitched as I held back a smile at her words. She had dropped her shirt in water? How had she managed that?
"Okay, babe," I chuckled softly as I opened her dresser and pulled out a shirt. I walked over and handed it to her, trying to keep my eyes on her face. Yes, we were dating, but I was pretty sure she didn't want my eyes all over her like that yet.
Eden's POV:
I know it wasn't a good idea, but I purposefully opened the door a little wider, showing off a little skin of my shoulder–just for payback for all the times he's teased me. Yes, it was nerve-wracking and slightly out of my comfort zone, but I did it anyway.
I smiled at Sterling as I took the shirt.
"Thank you," I said softly. "And I can see you trying hard not to laugh, dear boyfriend."
Sterling's POV:
When she opened the door wider, my eyes immediately flashed across her bare shoulders. She did that on purpose, didn't she? This was her payback; showing me what she wasn't ready to give.
"Mmhm… Sorry, babe, but I just can't believe you managed to drop your shirt in the water," I teased with a small grin as I brought my gaze back up to her eyes.
Eden's POV:
I felt myself tremble when his eyes went to my shoulders before they met my eyes again, but I forced myself to keep an innocent expression on my features.
"It wasn't my fault," I argued. "It fell when I got my towel off."
(They're just torturing each other. Lol.)
Sterling's POV:
I chuckled softly, taking a step back from her. "Ah, I see. So you were just clumsy, then."
(They are. XD)
Eden’s POV:
I stuck my tongue out at him before closing the door gently. I quickly pulled the shirt over myself, the soft garment making me feel fluffy.
I exited the bathroom, my dirty clothes in my hands. I threw them in my laundry basket (I bought two separate baskets for both Sterling and I so I could do our laundry separately) before I hung the towel to dry.
When I walked outside, Sterling was working on his work.
“What are you working on?” I asked, leaning over his shoulder, my hands resting on his shoulders.
Sterling's POV:
"My debate class," I answered Eden, turning to smile at her softly. "I'm trying to find arguments that would work for my side. Did you want to go eat somewhere tonight? I was thinking it might be nice to go out."
(the party is tonight)
Eden’s POV:
I wrapped my arms around his neck, my chin resting on his head.
“Violeta invited us to a party tonight, remember?” I lightly pulled on his ear, a smile on my features. “We can’t eat out.”
(…oops… My brain is focused on PreCalc, sorry. Lol.)
Sterling's POV:
I clicked my tongue, remembering that now. Grabbing Eden's hand, I pulled it away from my ear and to my lips, giving it a light kiss.
"Right, I forgot. What time did it start, again?" I asked.
Eden’s POV:
I pinched his nose lightly, the smile still on my lips.
“Seven,” I answered. “It starts at seven.”
Sterling's POV:
I scrunched my nose up when she pinched it, then grabbed both of her hands. "Stop that. What are you trying to accomplish, babe?"