Every woman's dream is that a man will take her in his arms,
Throw her into bed...
And clean the whole house while she sleep!!;)

                          ~trust_is_Venom

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PEARL's P. O. V

"Shift him to ICU. Be careful and keep checking his vitals from time to time. "I said to the nurse assisting me.
Thankfully he has recovered but now he is temporarily in coma. But right now, I can feel the temperature of my body rising. It's nearly burning me. Not to mention the throbbing headache. My whole body is hurting by now. I think I seriously need rest now or I'd go in severe coma.
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#Flashback #

Previously I was going home when I got distracted by severe loud voices in the hall. There Dr. Gwen and a guy whom I don't know but whose crystal blue eyes had a strange pull in them, like some familiarity, nostalgia, something which was drawing me towards him, were arguing but what caught my attention was a patient, probably in seventies lying on a stretcher. Then I realised that Dr. Gwen was not letting him being operated so I jumped there. Of course I can't let anyone die if I can do anything in my power to save him. There, at that point my health didn't matter, someone's life was at stake. Though I was feeling a bit drowsy but I have to do it. With that determination I ignored Dr. Gwen, my falling health, everything.... My only concern was to save a life.

# Flashback ends #

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Then I realised that guy, probably the patient's grandson must be worried till now. At that time he was looking very tired and frustrated but I really appreciate how he was fighting for his grandfather.

I should inform him, he must be waiting outside. With that, I changed or should I say removed my coat and gloves and headed towards the door. By now I'm feeling very very tired - no exhausted!!

My legs were giving up. I've to literally drag them to reach the door and my vision was also getting blur. I'm getting light headed. I guess my exhaustion is taking over my body. I shook my head twice to get rid of the dizziness... and I was successful although very little.

With great effort I opened the door and there I got a look of that man. He has dozed off. May be he was really tired. But I must say he was looking very cute while sleeping. A smile appeared on my face but it soon vanished when my headache worsened. I slightly shook his shoulders in order to wake him up.

His eyes snapped open which were filled with worries. He looked everywhere frantically but when his gaze settled on mine, he calmed down?

Oh yes! I'm a doctor. Why wouldn't he get relieved that the operation is over? Stupid me! I scolded myself mentally.

Then I realised he was staring at me with a smile.

Wait! Staring? Me? Continuously?

Oops!! He is expecting an answer. I need a check up from a psychiatrist. These days I m thinking a lot. He seems to be a good man why would he stare me for any other reason. I chided myself.

"Don't worry. He is fine now but his body needs time to recover so he is in temporary coma. He will recover soon. May be in 4-5 days he will be alright. Perfect and fit. " I said.

My voice was barely more than a whisper as my body is drained out without energy still I was smiling gently to reassure him. After analyzing me, he smiled too and that was a 1000 watt smile. He looks good when he smiles.

"Can I meet him?" he asked politely. His eyes were shining with relief.

"Umm...No, not now. He is shifted to ICU now and he needs extensive care. You can meet him tomorrow when we will shift him to normal ward." I answered him. My legs are giving up.
Oh God!! Not now!

He nodded and said, "Thanks err Miss..? "

"Pearl Firestorm. But you can simply call me Pearl. And y.. you ar.. are welc.. welcome." I shuttered.

Crap,even my voice has started cracking. Suddenly his face turned pale, a deep worry and concern evident all over. Maybe he sensed my discomfort.

" You okay?" He asked but it seemed like he knows the answer. I merely nodded. I don't have any energy left. Also, I don't think he was convinced with my answer.

"I must say I'm deeply fascinated by you. You are the reason that today my grandpa is alive. Thanks a lot. Really, I owe you a big time." He mumbled in awe. I smiled in return.

"I know it's too much but can ask something? "he questioned hopefully. I nodded.

"Can we be friends?" I was shocked and I was about to say no when he added "I know it sounds very weird, and most probably rushed but I genuinely am very grateful to you for saving my grandpa. He's my only family left and-" He took a deep breath, "Anyways, I don't want to pass on such a golden opportunity to befriend such a beautiful gem. Who knows if we collide again or not, so better use the given chance." He winked.

"A charmer, huh?" I raised my eyebrows, laughing somehow finding his words goofy.

"You can say so. But I was genuine with my words." He smiled, a dimpled smile.

So gathering my energy I accepted "okay"
He offered his hand for a handshake which I obliged. But as soon as our hands touched each other's, he froze.

"You are burning." He stated as if I'm dying. But it's just a fever.

"Yes. But I'll be fine." I tried to assure him but he brought his hand to my forehead and I saw him so very concerned. In my whole life no one has ever been so concerned for.... for just a fever. Not even my mom.

"No you are not well. Come we should see a doctor now." he was really very concerned as if he was getting really bothered due to my pain.

"We don't need a doctor. It's just exhaustion. I just need some rest. That's it. Believe me!" I said softly but it looked like he wasn't convinced. He nodded anyways.

"You are coming with me. At my house." He stated worriedly.

"Y-your house?? "I shuttered.

"Yes Pearl, my house. You live alone and is no one to take care of you so you are coming with me." He said as if it's not a big deal. But I can't go. How could I? Well there is no question only.

"How do you know that I live alone?"

"A wild guess but guessing your expressions I'm cent percent right." I sighed. He was right. I live alone in my apartment.

"No I can't. I can manage. I assure you."I tried to deny his offer, as politely as I can.

"Pearl, you can't even stand properly and you are saying you will manage. I can't take any chances angel." he whispered softly. He... he said-no called me an angel? Am I dreaming? Yes, of course! I'm. I need rest.

"You don't understand. I can't come with you. I don't want to be a burden. "I tried to reason.

"Burden? you? No, my Angel, you will never be a burden on me. Trust when I say never I mean it. Besides, we are friends. isn't? So you can trust me. I promise I won't let you down." he explained.
Angel? Again?

"Uh, I hope is it okay if I call you angel? You saved the life of someone who meant a lot to me, so you did act like an angel in my life." I was about to deny, but he cut me off. "C'mon let's get going."

"But I don't know you. Then how?"I encountered. Who in the right mind would go with a stranger whom I barely know? I'm not crazy, yet.

"I know angel you are scared. But I promise I will never touch.... not even try to touch you without your consent. Okay? "he promised.

"Promise?? "I whispered. Are promises even trustworthy?

"Promise my Angel, with all my heart." he said.

"And what's the guarantee that you will not break your promise? " I asked him, raising my eyebrows. I didn't know why was he so adamant? Maybe, me saving his grandpa has overwhelmed him.

He smiled and replied ever so gently, "I 'd rather kill myself than breaking my promise to you."

I answered him while smiling softly, "No. I'll be fine. Trust me." He took a breath of at my rejection. But why he is so concerned for me? Oh! May be he is returning my favor of saving his grandfather. Yes! It must be.

Unknown to me, black dots started appearing and I swayed slowly.

Suddenly two arms enveloped me. He had lifted me up in a bridal style. His arms were securely wrapped around me as if promising that they won't let me fall. He pulled me close to his chest... So close that I can hear his heartbeat. But.. ..WE ARE IN A HOSPITAL... A PUBLIC PLACE!! What would others might think??

"Put me down! What are you even doing? "I shrieked.

"No. You just swayed. I don't want you to take any fall and injure yourself." He stated worriedly.

"No it's not that. There are people around." I answered softly sensing his worry.

"So what? You are sick. And no way I'm letting you walk when you are so weak my Angel." he argued.

"Where are you taking me?"

"Somewhere safe." Huh?

"Please. It doesn't look good. Put me down." I pleaded with my eyes. He sighed. Great, pleadings worked.

"Okay angel but I'll support you okay? Just lean over me and put all your weight on me." he said unsurely as if he was debating whether to let me walk but finally he gave in.

He slowly placed me down, afraid that I'll fall. Once he was sure that I can walk properly he let's me on my own but still supporting most of my weight. I leaned against him as my legs were aching like hell.

He offered his one hand to me while other resting on my shoulders securing me in embrace of his warmth . I took his hand gently muttering, "Thanks."
He smiled in response.

We started walking slowly. I'm sure he was intentionally slowing himself so that I'd be comfortable. Finally, we came out at the entrance.

Thanks almighty all were busy enough, so none of them noticed us. He took out his cell phone and called his driver and once again he scooted me up in his arms in a bridal style and this time also, close to his chest.

"I can walk. Don't worry. "I said.

"I know, but I'm not risking anything. "he said gently. I was shocked and about to argue but the car arrived. He walked to the back door with me in his arms.

He entered the car with me still hanging in his arms .I was about to shift and sit aside when he adjusted me, firmly placing me on his lap.
I tried to wiggle but stopped when he said, "Don't."

"This is not appropriate-"

"You might bang your head on the car door and hurt yourself. You look very pale Pearl, and in no state to handle yourself." He explained.

"That doesn't means that you'll make me sit on your lap." I countered. This was so weird. Why was personally assisting me so much?

"Safety measures. I'm sorry." He passed me an innocent face.

The AC was on so I shivered involuntarily. He caught my action and instantly turned it off. Then, he took off his jacket and made me wear it. I wanted to protest but I was surely feeling very cold so there was no point.

Suddenly he pressed a button on his side and a silver screen appeared in front of us, effectively hiding us from the driver.

Sensing my curiosity he answered, "I know you will be uncomfortable in front of the driver for sitting on my lap. "

He was right. I was feeling uncomfortable for sure but how he'd know that? But whatsoever he deserves a thanks so I mumbled, "Thanks."

"No my angel. Don't ever thank me. Okay? You can just command." he stated, winking at last.

I was about to ask him but a wave of drowsiness washed over me. I was feeling too weak to argue. My eyes rolling back in exhaustion as my body felt energyless. It was as if my mind was floating, and my senses were all becoming frenzy.

He pressed my head to his chest and ran down his fingers through my hair. Honestly, it felt very good. My eyes began to drop on their own accord.

My hands travelled towards his waist and I hugged him closely. Right now it was very comforting but I knew I'd regret it afterwards at my embarrassing behavior. But with my current condition, my logical part was locked away.

He pulled me closer... if that's possible and hugged me to his chest tightly yet so gently.

"Sleep angel. You are very tired." he whispered and my eyes gave up. It went all dark but not before I sensed him leaning down and resting his chin gently over my head. After that I was surrounded by darkness with the voice of his steady rythming heart beats in my ears.

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So chocokins, next chapter is up!! Finally Sherhoey and Pearl met face to face!!
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