21

KNIGHT

“You know, you didn’t have to do this.” She watched me clean the dishes while helping me put them into the dishwasher.

“You don’t have to help me, Nirvana. I can do it myself.”

“If you say so. Anyway, if you wish to stay, Kailin’s room is open. Some sheets and blankets are clean. You can stay there. It’s all yours.”

“I’m good with the couch.”

“I think that’s too small for you. Bed is better, but it’s up to you. Knock on my door if you need anything.”

“Thanks.”

“I suppose you’re not gonna wring my neck in my sleep?”

I could do many things, but definitely, it didn’t involve wringing the neck. If there would be, it should be a kink. I held that thought.

She left the kitchen. When I told her I liked her, she didn’t react. I didn’t know if she decided not to respond or didn’t believe me. After that, we didn’t talk about it anymore.

After cleaning up her tiny kitchen, I brushed my teeth. Then I grabbed two pillows and Kailin’s comforter and arranged them on the couch.

I