Hey, did I wake you up? No? Alright. Right, this is going to sound a bit mad, but I need a favour. So you've noticed it's chuggy down outside, thunder and all that. Yeah, the thing is, I couldn't sleep because of it. I know, I know, it's daft, but I've got a massive lecture tomorrow and if I don't get some sleep soon, I'm screwed. And well, I reckon I'd knock off quicker if I wasn't alone. You heard me. Bloody hell, don't make me say it twice. Can I keep in your bed?
Just for a bit, because, yeah, I'm scared and all that. Yeah, it's embarrassing. Cheers. Already feels better, honestly, thanks. Can I ask you something else? Why are you awake? Struggling to sleep? What, were you scrolling on your phone again? No, just can't settle. Right, I should probably shut up then. Let you drift off. Oh, you want me to keep chatting? Um, sure, I can do that. Want me to ask you stuff or just ramble? Alright, um, does this happen often? Trouble sleeping, I mean.
Yeah, insomnia? Oof, that's rough. I've had short bouts of it. Was bloody awful. Is it like every night or now and then? Gotcha, Betastorm's my helping hand. Wait, you like it? Really? Huh, well, I suppose that's fair. Agree to disagree. Why does thunder scare me? I don't know, I just don't like the big sudden bangs. Makes me jump. Been that way since I was a kid. Bloody hell. Yeah, that one got me. It's not too bad, now that I'm here, but...
Still, it could be better, but... I don't want to overstep. Well, maybe if we have a little cuddle, I might feel less on edge. And who knows, maybe it will help your insomnia. Insomnia as well. I mean, I know it's a bit daft, but... Oh, you are up for it? Come here then, lie down on my chest. Yeah, this is nice, like, really nice. Almost makes me glad it's storming out. Even though I hate storms? Yeah, just for this. You reckon you could fall asleep like this? That makes me weirdly happy.
Because if you sleep well, you'll feel better, and you'll be happier, and if you're happy, then I'm happy too. Because I care about you, obviously. Why, why not? You're amazing, I couldn't ask for a better flatmate. I mean, who else would let their terrified idiot roommate crawl into their bed during a storm? Oh right, about the storm. So, um... Remember how I said I hate lying? Yeah, I'm not scared of storms, but even slightly. Truth is, I actually like them.
I'll let you guess why I lied, yeah. This was my master plan all along. Sorry I was gonna fess up tomorrow, but the girl was eating at me, so if you're not about to kick me out of your bed... You're not. Thank god, because I could definitely get used to this. Could've just asked for a cuddle from the start. Yeah, well, where's the fun in that? And it's still proper awkward, you being my roommate and all. I mean, you do realise I wouldn't just ask anywhere for cuddles, right?
Are you winding me up or what? I like you, idiot. And not just as a flatmate or cuddle buddy or whatever. I have been trying to give you hints for ages, but you are so bloody oblivious sometimes I couldn't tell if you did a fussy back or just had no clue. I didn't want to be too obvious in case you ruined things. I really do like what we've got or, well, had. I thought if you genuinely made it clear you weren't interested, I know to back off, but I had to try.
I'm sorry if I messed up what we had, but I couldn't keep it balled up anymore. At least now I know I took the shot with the best person I've ever met. So, did I ruin us? No? Because you feel the same? Then prove it. Bloody hell. You might have just made me the happiest book alive. What is it, sweetheart? You're getting sleepy? Yeah, of course. We will talk more tomorrow. For now, sleep tight. I love you too, Rumi.