It Hurts in the Worst Way

My eyes fluttered open even though I didn’t want them too. I had that odd sick tried feeling I had before when I had first got reactions to the ants biting me. I let out a soft groan and looked at my bandaged arm from the test yesterday which was right by my face at the moment; there were slight red blotches on my skin.
Well the doctor did say I would get another reaction, but it was no where bad as before, that’s for sure. Luckily enough.

I let out a long sigh but then jumped when an arm wrapped around my waist pulling me to the person’s chest. I tilted my head slightly to gaze behind me, Craig laid there eyes closed and smiling ever so softly. I let my head fall back to where it just was, smiling.

“Morning.” I whispered.
“Morning.” Craig whispered making his warm breath brush against the back of my neck. “And how are you feeling today?” He asked quietly.
“A little off from the test yesterday.” I said before yawning. “And you hun?”

It wasn’t until I actually said it that I noticed I called him “hun” I bit my lip as I felt my face heat up a little.

“Feeling a bit better,” Craig said before nuzzling his face into my neck. “But how can I not when walking up like this?”

I felt him smile a little against my skin, which made me smile. I let my eyes close and just enjoyed lying like this.

I agree with him.

“You get to go home, well to the hotel today, right?” Craig asked after a moment sounding unsure.
“Yeah, if the doctor says it’s ok, I will be.” I smiled still having my eyes shut.

I can’t wait to get out of here, it’s not that I hate the place to bits, it’s just I want to be out of this small room and with my guys again. The doctor sees me around lunch time, so I hope this morning goes fast...Real fast.

After thinking for a while I shoved the thoughts away and went back to enjoying how and where I was, in Craig’s arms; letting my mind wonder on about nothing.
Then all too suddenly there was a knock in the room door bring me back to well... Back down to earth you could say. Craig pulled away from me and sat up just as the door opened showing one of the kitchen ladies holding a tray of food for my breakfast. She smiled at us sweetly.

“Good morning.” She greeted with a cheery voice.

She walked into the room, somehow not dropping the tray while holding it one handed and placed it on the table by my bed.

“You’re usual, just like you asked for.” She beamed remembering what I had asked for two days ago.

She must have a really great memory.

“Thank you.” I smiled sitting up.
“You’re welcome.” She smiled at me before smiling at Craig. “Is there anything I can get you while
I’m here? Coffee, tea?” She suggested.
“No thank you, I’m fine.” Craig said lightly.

She nods her head and cheerfully walked out the room, but not before smiling at us once again. Once she had closed the door Craig turned to me.

“Either she is a really happy person, or she loves her job.” He chuckled.
“I think it’s both.” I smiled softly and rolled the table over so I could get at my food.

Of course the table wanted to be stubborn so Craig got out of the bed and moved it for me before sitting next to me again. I turned and looked for the bed remote to lift the bed up. It took me a moment but I found it on the far side of the bedside table. I grabbed it and pressed the button moving it up slowly.

As I placed the remote beside me I noticed Craig shoving a half eaten piece of toast under an untouched one. I gave him a fake glare as he looked back at me, trying to look innocent. Didn’t work much.

“Saw that.” I pointed out.
“Saw what?” He asked playing dumb.

I laughed shaking my head before beginning to eat my breakfast with Craig helping me.

*~*~*

“So now it is official, you are now able to leave the hospital.” The doctor chuckled as he took the papers I had just signed.

I couldn’t help but smile, as well as all my guys that are in the room.

All my tests were done and even though I still had a small reaction left I was good to go. I had medicine the doctor gave me for it and if there was any future reactions. Plus at the same time it was good I was going, not just because I was back with my boys but I’m sure there is someone that needed this room and bed more than what I did at the moment.

I stood up from the bed, still wearing my PJs, not that I really cared and headed towards the door where everyone was walking.

“Thank you very much for everything.” I smiled at the doctor.
“You’re welcome, I hope you get fully better soon and get rid of those ants.” He smiled.
“Don’t worry we have that all covered!” Max beamed.

The doctor smiled and gave a short wave as we turned and walked down the long hallway of the building. I only got about 5 steps when Monte grabbed my bag from my right hand and Craig took my left hand in his. I was going to say to Monte he didn’t have to carry it for me, but I stayed quiet. At least he let me hold my flowers; yes I still have them.

After a short walk that felt like it took ages we finally got to the front doors of the hospital. Behind the main nurses station I saw Sarah wave at me, which I returned with a smile before walking out the door into the bright sunlight. It took a moment for my eyes to adjust.

“The bitch is free!” Max yelled.

I looked at him raising an eyebrow; everyone else looked at him weird like.

“What? I was going to yell ‘the girl is free’ but it didn’t should as cool.” He shrugged.

I chuckled shaking my head as Robert laughed. Craig started swinging our hands between us. We had a 2 block walk to the hotel and at first the guys wanted to get a taxi but I argued. I wanted to walk and stretch my legs out a little after being in a small cramped room for so long. It felt nice to be outside again, I could breathe in fresh air that didn’t smell like bleach. Plus the sun was lovely shinning down on me.

As we headed down the street our group got a few odd looks, I wasn’t sure if they were directed to the guys or me for wearing night clothes, not that anyone could really tell anyway, they looked more like black and blue everyday clothing more than anything. Oh well if they want to stare this much they can take a picture.

I looked away from the road we had just crossed and to mine and Craig’s hands. I couldn’t help but smile. We were together, actually together! And this tour went so bad...But I guess is becoming good again, I hope so, I really do. We’ve had enough drama to last a long time.

It took us another 5 minutes, Max yelling random stuff and skipping, Monte yelling at Max and the rest of us trying to act like we didn’t know them without laughing, before we got to the hotel. It was somewhat flash looking I have to admit, and that was just my view of it on the outside. Wow.

Max ran though the revolving doors and was quickly followed by Robert, they both yelled like a couple of school kids following it around. Oh god.

“What have they eaten today?” I asked looking at them run around wide eyed.

For like the first time in, well ever, a small part of me wish I never knew them...They were scaring me; well Max was expected I admit, but Rob?!

“Their just all excited about you getting out of the hospital,” Monte shrugged before turning to them. “Ok move it! I wanna get through!” He yelled.

Max and Rob went around once more before walking into the hotel laughing hard. I shook my head holding back my laughter. I noticed Craig was bitting hip lip doing the same. Monte walked into the hotel and Craig pulled me along quickly behind him. I held the flowers close to me to keep them safe. I didn’t want them squashed in the moving doors.

Once we got in there I looked around the lobby in slight awe, the place was nice looking, not over to the top or dull, right in the middle. It was nicely lit with walls of blue and white, reminded me of the sky for a moment. I smiled lightly.

Craig squeezed my hand and led me over to the elevator. The door opened after Max hit the button about 50 times. I saw Monte roll his eyes at him but smiled. We entered and the doors closed.

It took only a short time to get to our floor and to the large room we’re all sharing. Robert burst the door open and walked in like if he owned the place. I laughed and Max ran in with Monte. For once it was like me and Craig was the sensible ones. It was funny actually. I let Craig’s hand go as he went to shut the door and I walked to the table in the corner and placed the flowers down in the centre. I turned and took in the room.

It was a pretty big room with 3 double sized beds, a middle size TV with a small couch in the corner and a small bench with a toaster, mini fridge and kettle by the table. The bathroom was off to the far right from where I was standing.

I walked over to the closest bed and threw myself onto it. It was so soft! I heard the guys laughing at me and I lifted my hand waving it like if I was saying ‘yeah, yeah get over it’ but I couldn’t help but smile into the fluffy blanket I was laying on. This bed is so much better than that one at the hospital.

After a moment I felt the bed moved beside me and the person resting their head on my back lightly. I turned my head to the side and peaked out from under my hair at Craig. He had his face turned towards my face; a calm expression covered his face as he smiled softly. It was so nice to see him smile again, even if it was only softly.

“So who is up for movies or TV?” Robert asked.
“ME!” Max yelled.
“Yeah, me too.” Monte said. “Claire your bag is right here.” Monte said placing it on the end of the bed.
“Ok, thanks.” I smiled.

He nodded smiling and walked out of my sight. I sighed looking back at Craig. You know he looked tired, but then again he has a lot in the last week. I sighed again and Craig sat up. I looked at my bag and then noticed my big bag on the other side of the room. I should have a shower I guess.

I rolled over on the bed and sat next to Craig.

“I’m gonna have a shower.” I muttered before yawning.
“Ok, babe.” Craig said giving me a kiss on my cheek.

I turned to face him and he leaned in for a quick peck on my lips. I smiled and did the same back. He smiled as well as I stood from the bed.

“Aww!” Max cooed.

I blushed grabbing the things I needed quickly and headed for the bathroom. I’m pretty sure I heard Max crack a joke about me and Craig as I shut the door, then a yelp from him. I laughed.