Broken Hope (boyxboy)

Chapter 11 - Guilt

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-Picture of Theo

Theo's POV

After seeing the cuts on Keegan's wrist I couldn't help but to feel the past was going to repeat its self. I mean, I'm not nearly as close to Keegan as I was Kat but I still felt responsible for him for some reason. I don't want to see Keegan in pain, so I'll do everything in my power to help him. With that I drifted into an abyss.

Keegan's POV (Earlier)

When we got back to our cabin after the hiking trip I stood by the door, silent. Life was barely bearable before those bastards were after my money. I don't know how long I can last if they pursue me at school too. My life back at the house was already messed up enough. I don't need money grubbers trying to take away what little I have left. And now Theo was involved in all of this. That was the last thing I needed. I feel like I can truly trust him after what he did for me back there, though I still have to keep my guard up. I didn't want to have a chance to be struck from the back when I was least expecting it.

Theo was rummaging through the kitchen looking for something. He eventually made his way to the bedroom with a first aid kit in hand. Just the sight made me feel bad. He went out of his way to protect me. No one has ever done that since my mom.

After the long pause at the door I entered the bedroom and quietly sat on my bed. It seemed Theo was looking through the contents of the first aid kit. I wondered if he needed any help. I would have asked, but I didn't want to interrupt his apparent focus. Instead I just pulled out one of my half read books and worked my eyes across the words.

I was startled by the sudden sound of Theo closing the kit and stuffing it under his bed. He grabbed some clothes and headed for the bathroom. I assumed he was off to shower. I felt really bad for having him step in and save me like that. I mean its not like I asked him to, but I just couldn't help but feel responsible. He didn't look very comfortable moving around, he must be in pain. I came up with the idea to get us dinner and bring it back here, to the cabin. That way he wouldn't have to strain himself going all the way to the food hall.

I quickly ran out the door and jogged over to the food hall, buffet, kitchen, whatever you want to call it. It wasn't too far from our cabin but I still thought it would be a good idea. I asked the lady behind the counter if I was allowed to take food out of the hall. She said it was okay as long as I didn't take a tray. She pointed me in the direction of some brown bags and told me I could use them to carry the food. I stacked two turkey sandwiches a box of stir fried noodles and a bottle of soda. I got it from a vending machine near by. I wasn't sure how well it would taste or if this was even something Theo would drink but I was sure that it was better than what they were serving in the kitchen. I didn't mind spending money on Theo, it doesn't seem like he would be the kind of guy to leech off someone. Plus it not like the drink was that expensive anyway.

I packed myself a turkey sandwich a small salad and an apple then headed back to the cabin. Thankfully Theo hadn't gotten out of the bathroom yet, so I could surprise him with dinner. I just hoped that he would be okay with my selection. I haven't known him long enough to figure out his preferences so this was all I was able to manage. I didn't know whether to wait or not before eating my dinner. I didn't want him to feel awkward with us eating together. Though, I mean he seemed to handle it better than I did the other night. Being torn on the decision for awhile Theo returned to the room before I could make up my mind. I knew I'd be feeling awkward and shy, cause Theo came in the room fricken shirtless! I felt my breath being pulled right from my body as I caught a glance at his perfectly sculpted body. His large pecs with their perfect curves, to his chiseled abs, to the defined V line that rode into his pants. I couldn't seem to breathe properly while taking in the view. After an inner battle with myself I hid my gaze, turning my sight away from him. I didn't want to make him uncomfortable in anyway.