2:26 am
I rolled over and sighed. Time seemed to be moving mighty slow. I couldn't sleep for the past couple of weeks and it's been taking a huge toll on me. My mind was racing with thoughts of him at night. Mack has been my best friend since the seventh grade . I've never seen him that way until recently. I can't help it. How his dimples pop out when he laughs. How amazing he smells when he hugs me or I when I put on his jacket. How he's so caring and sweet. How strong and funny he can be.
BOOM!
I jumped at the loud clap of thunder. I squeaked and buried my face under my pillow. Can you believe I'm 24 and still afraid of thunder? I mean why do we even have summer rain.
I heard my phone buzz on the night stand so I poked my head from under the pillow and unplugged it from my charger. It was a text from Mack and my eyes lit up. 'Hey Harmony. You asleep? '
'No. I wish. ' I typed quickly before laying back down and shutting my eyes. I regretted that when instantly Mack replied with 'Good well open the door '
I sat up in complete confusion. I headed to the bathroom and brushed my teeth then washed my face. I tip toed down the 4 steps and opened the front door of my penthouse. There stood Mack soaking from the storm.
"Mack " I gasped. He gave me a sheepish grin and kicked his shoes off at the door, which were soaked by the way.
"Hey." I ushered him in and I couldn't help but ask "How long were you out there?"
"I couldn't sleep and I decided to come over. I've been out there a good 20 minutes. I contemplated texting you because I didn't want to wake you."
"I haven't been sleeping lately so it's fine but Mack your going to get sick if you don't get dry." I said concerned. I Stood up and collected his shirt, socks and jeans. I Couldn't help but stare at his bare chest. His biceps were big, His chest was toned and his abs were amazing. "I'll be right back, make yourself comfortable. Anything you want is for your taking. "
I went to the washing machine and emptied mack's pockets then dropped his clothes in. Once I adjusted the settings I went to my guest room. In the bottom drawer were some clothes Mack had left from a workout. He told me to hold onto them just in case he ever came over a needed it.
I walked back into my living room to find it empty. Wasn't he just here, where'd he disappear to? "Mack?" I called out.
"In here. " I heard him say faintly. Is he in my room? I questioned. I went up the 4 little steps and headed to the towel closet really quick. I grabbed a small towel for Mack to dry his hair and avoid the flu. I continued to my room at the end of the hall and behold there was Mack laying in my bed in just boxers." You made yourself comfortable fast. " I noted.
" Well you told me to. " Mack laughed and I couldn't help but giggle. I threw the basketball shorts at him and the towel. He quickly slipped on the pants but extended the towel. He patted the spot next to him and I bit my lip hesitantly. He gave me a reassuring nod and I shyly climbed into bed. I took the towel from him and began to dry his head in a slow motion. When I was finished, I leaned over him and put the towel on the night stand. Mack pulled me closer and I rested my head on his chest. I could hear his heart racing. Maybe he ran to avoid getting drenched by the rain.
BOOM!
I jumped again and buried my face in Macks chest and he laughed at me. When his laughing didn't stop, I pouted and scooted away from him. "Okay Okay I'm sorry. Come here."
"It's not funny, it's scary. " Mack pulled me back to his side and wrapped his arms around me. "Yeah it's frightening." Mack said chuckling
"You're an asshole. " I said as I clicked the Netflix app on my TV. I ran to the laundry room and threw Mack's clothes into the dryer. I relaxed once I found a great movie and Mack and I sat back in a comfortable silence. I draped my arm over his torso and our legs tangled together. He began to massage my scalp and play with my curls.
