ZERO

Why did I think she will let me rest?

She starts poking my side as soon as I go silent. “ Zero. Talk to me. ”

I let out a soft breath and keep my eyes closed. I am in no mood to listen to her tonight.

“ I am sorry. ” She pokes my ribs with her forefinger.

“ I will never do it. I promise. I will die before hurting you. ” Another poke.

“ I know you can hear me. Stop acting like a baby. ” She groans, poking me once more.

“ You are annoying me right now. ” I utter.

She stops poking me all of sudden. I finally breathe in relief.

“ Am I really annoying you? ” She asks in a gentle whisper.

The muscles in my bare shoulders clench. I push my arm off my eyes and open them to look at her.

It’s fine as long as she is annoying and not hurt. I don’t want to hurt her.

“ Anne…” I sigh, not knowing what I want to tell her.

She rolls her eyes at me before pushing herself closer. I squeeze my lips, narrowing my eyes slightly.

Her lips morph into a sneaky grin. She swings her leg over my torso. He