97- Purring and problem-solving

My muscles have tensed up and what was a very comfortable position is now very not. This isn’t the first time we have slept in the same bed, it shouldn’t be so awkward. I suddenly realise that Bellamy’s breathing isn’t slow and deep like I would expect from someone who is asleep or nearly asleep. Also his arm on my waist is tense again. I’m about to ask what’s wrong, but Bellamy beats me to it.

“Something is upsetting you.” He says, his tone is dark. I stammer out a response.

“I just noticed that you’re… well. Maybe I should move away a little bit?” I suggest. Bellamy groans.

“That’s why you’re anxious? I’m still on high alert, your discomfort makes me want to keep you as close as possible, but it’s my proximity that’s the problem.” He sounds horrified.. I see his dilemma though. I’m anxious so he doesn’t want to let go, and his holding so tight is making me anxious. Although it’s not so much that he’s close as that he is clearly still aroused and I’m awkward. How is th