Chapter Ten: Humming
Michael
I woke up to a gentle wind brushing an autumn-browned leaf into my face. Rolling my eyes, I brushed it away quietly, knowing I'd have a hard time falling back asleep now. I sighed, shifting around, before freezing in place. It was too quiet. Where were 11's little snores we endlessly teased her about? I heard movement that wasn't from a sleeping person. Walking. I closed my eyes, straining my ears. "Can't sleep?" It was Blake's voice. "How'd you know?" 11 asked.
'I knew she was awake!'
I could hear Blake's soft laugh. "Your baby kitten snores." A faint smile touched my face. "Of course. Everyone knows I snore. I'll never be able to fake being asleep." It was true. There was silence for a few minutes, and I knew both of them were searching for something to say. "Hey 11, do you want me to help out?" Blake asked gently. I opened my eyes, listening carefully. I had a feeling Agent 11 had nodded. I waited as he settled down next to her. Then he began humming, softly and quietly. I was surprised. I mean, we all knew Blake could sing, but this was really good. I heard 11 let out the little sigh she let out when she was seconds away from falling asleep. Sure enough, little snores began to fill the still night air. Minutes later, he was still humming for her, until he too, fell asleep.
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