Matvey

You returned home late.

Work has exhausted you both, you have almost no energy left even for talking.

You tiredly took off your shoes, and he ran his hand over his face and quietly exhaled:

— We urgently need some rest...

A few minutes later, you were in the bathroom. Warm water, thick foam, soft light—all of this seemed to immediately relieve tension.

You leaned back in relaxation, closing your eyes. He sat down next to you and then gently pulled you towards him, hugging you. You buried your face in his shoulder, feeling him finally relax.

• This is much better...

— he said quietly. You smiled slightly.

• Agree.

For a few minutes you just sat in silence, listening to the splashing of the water. His hand slowly ran down your back, softly, almost soothingly.

“You know,” he began quietly, “sometimes it seems to me that I don’t need this whole world.”

You raised your head, looking at him. He hugged you a little tighter and, looking straight into your eyes, added:

• If at the end of the day I can hug you like this.