Chapter 214: A deal with the devil
The Captain stood up with a flourish, Kellen still in his arms. Kellen was surprised by the sudden movement, and threw his arms around the Captain’s neck in a panic. The Captain smiled, but didn’t comment on his surprised actions.
"If everything is in the clear, I want to get Kellen back up to his apartment." Rhys said, and the others nodded. Kellen’s Mom’s gaze was...complicated. It was clear she wanted both of them near, but was going to concede to Rhys. Brent remained seated, his gaze watching Kellen with a glint, and a small smile on his face.
"Don’t worry, I’ll stay here until I’l kicked out. You two go relax. Kellen has a big day tomorrow. Also, everything went fine today when we were visiting Miro. He’s ecstatic with the new Field Guides. Sent a fruit basket and everything." Brent told Kellen, who relaxed. He’d forgotten he’d even been worried about that.
"Ah. I’m glad to hear it. Thank you Brent." Brent waved his gloved hand, his scar pulling his expression into devious territory as he smiled.
"Ah, no worries. I’ll bum some shakes and more food from the cafeteria and Esper Green, so don’t worry. Get some rest. You should also chug some shakes. Your muscle definition isn’t as picture perfect as it usually is." Brent teased and Kellen rolled his eyes.
"Thanks. Have a good night everyone." Kellen waved at his family, who waved back.
"I’ll walk out with you two." Taylor said, holding the door open for them as they stepped into the hallway. Kellen half expected someone to come racing after them, not no one did.
Well, maybe he was expecting one person to come racing after him. But, given how stubborn she was, that was unlikely. He was going to have to corner her at some point. That was just too awkward of a situation for him to handle. Kellen was going to have to face it head on.
"Are you sure you’re okay?" Taylor’s voice cut through Kellen’s thoughts, and he turned to face her from where he was in the Captain’s arms.
"Hmm? Why would I lie to you?" Kellen asked, confused, and Taylor stared at him before she laughed. She pressed her hand against her stomach, laughing heartily. She smiled at him, shaking her head.
"Right. You were never that kind of guy when it came to your body." That only confused Kellen more. "You didn’t even notice you got shot, right? I want to confirm that." Kellen nodded slowly.