Chapter 17. Acceptance

Aaron felt someone shake his shoulder and slowly came awake. The first thing he saw was a hairy male chest on which his cheek comfortably rested. He raised his head and saw Kyle’s face, so peaceful in sleep. Then he turned and saw his mother standing there gesturing that she was going. Aaron slowly and quietly got off the bed and followed his mother out of the room. 

“Take care, hon,” Peggy hugged a still sleepy Aaron. “I’ll call when I get there.”

“Where are your bags?” Aaron asked, rubbing his eyes.

“The driver has already taken them out. Go back to bed. I’ll call when we land.”

“Say hi to Auntie Helen and everyone,” Aaron said as he walked his mum to the door.

“I’ll do that. And tell Kyle I’ll see him when I get back.”

“Will do. Have a safe trip.” Aaron hugged Peggy tightly. He was going to miss her.

After the taxi sped off, Aaron locked the door and went back to his bedroom. At the foot of his bed, he stood and stared at the go