Chapter 113 Dumb, Dumber, Dumbest.

Chapter 113 Dumb, Dumber, Dumbest.
Asher’s POV

Beeping sounds filled my ears as I slowly opened my eyes, a soft groan leaving my lips. I blinked for a moment to adjust my vision and when I stared at the white ceiling above me, my heart sank.

I must have missed Roman’s birthday. 

What was the use of the surprise if I wasn't going to be there to celebrate it with him?

I let out a soft sigh as I sat up, taking in the empty room. The surprise was supposed to be simple. I'd find a way to send Roman out of the house and then arrange the place to surprise him. 

And everything went according to plan. Except…

I glanced at my bandaged wrist, cursing the damned raccoon in my heart. 

At least I got to sing him a birthday song before passing out in his arms. Not that that was enough, I didn't even get to give him the present I had been saving up for since I found out about his birthday.

The door swung open and I turned to it immediately, my heart soaring when I saw Roman walk in, still wearing the shirt from earlier. That meant the day wasn’t over yet. It was still his birthday.

“Ro.” I whispered with a smile as I got out of bed and stumbled into his arms, hugging him tightly. “I’m sorry I missed your birthday. I ruined it, didn't I?”

“You aren’t even worried about yourself.” He mumbled in dissatisfaction as he held me tightly in his arms. “And no, you didn’t ruin anything. It was literally the best thing that could have happened to me—”

“Liar.” I muttered with a sigh as I pulled away and he helped me back to the bed. “I just wanted to make your day lovely… and now we had to spend it in the hospital instead. I don’t even have an excuse to give…”

“How is it your fault that you got bitten? I brought you here, no? If you will blame anyone, blame me.” He replied as he gently kissed my bandaged wrist and I let out a sigh. “Besides, I was very surprised.”

“Next year will be better… I promise." I whispered and he grinned as he nodded. “Did you at least enjoy the cake?”

“Did you really think anyone would have the appetite to eat cake while you laid here unconscious?” A voice came from the door and I glanced up to see Ethan leaning against the door with a shake of his head.

“Ignore him. Trust me, he had a lot of appetite earlier. He nearly ate all the cake until his dumb boyfriend stopped him.” Roman replied with a snort and I couldn't help but snicker in amusement.

“Dumb? Me?” Carter hissed as he walked in as well, his arms crossed over his chest. “Who was the one who went to the middle of nowhere? You’re the dumb one, obviously.”

“You’re dumb.” Roman snapped, glaring at Carter who didn’t back down until Roman’s phone rang and he had to leave.

Were they seriously arguing about who was dumber than the other right now?

“Let’s not argue anymore…” I muttered, rubbing my forehead gently. “No one is dumb—”

“Don’t even get me started with you, Asher. You’re literally the dumbest of us all.” Ethan huffed and I froze. “I told you to think of something else. To find a different way to plan this surprise. But you chose to be bitten by a raccoon instead? What if it had rabies?”

“I didn’t choose to be bitten!” I countered, crossing my arms over my chest in defense. “I was thinking of a different plan when the thing showed up out of nowhere and jumped at my hand! I was so caught off guard that I couldn't do anything till it bit me! That was what happened! Besides, it still worked, didn’t it?”

“You fucking passed out, dumbass. Did you think this was the kind of birthday party anyone would want? In the hospital? Roman was so fucking worried.” He replied with a shake of his head and my face fell.

“Hey, that’s enough. You heard him, it wasn’t his fault. You’re gonna make him cry.” Carter muttered and I glared at him, making him place his hand over his mouth to stop himself from laughing.

“How are you guys even my friends?” I asked in disbelief as I moved to lay back down on the bed when I noticed Roman standing outside the door, a weird look on his face.

When he saw that I had already noticed him, he plastered a smile on his face as he walked into the ward and then sat beside me.

“Anyone who calls my boyfriend dumb will have to fight me.” He muttered as he kissed my forehead gently and I smiled even though I could feel something was wrong.

“I still cannot believe the stunt you both pulled last week. You did something so crazy just to get all cozy and shit in the woods? Are you guys crazy?” Carter spoke up, making Ethan and me snicker in amusement while Roman shot him a proud smirk.

“Never heard of the phrase ‘love makes you crazy’ before? And it worked, didn’t it? It has been blissful here. Until you showed up.” Roman muttered with a smug smile and I couldn't help but shake my head in amusement.

“God, I envy you guys so much.” Ethan said with a sigh as he turned to Carter who immediately avoided his gaze.

“Right, where’s mom?” I asked as Roman turned to me.

“She left a few hours ago. She’ll come visit later—” 

“That won’t be necessary… I'm getting discharged soon, right? Then we can celebrate your birthday all over again. The right way, this time.” I whispered as I kissed his lips gently but he pulled me even closer and kissed me deeply, making me moan.

“Ugh, you guys disgust me.” Carter gagged as he turned away and Ethan whistled in amusement. ‘I’m gonna need to wash my poor eyes.”

“Why not just gouge them out?” Roman suggested with a grin and I slapped his shoulder gently, making him cackle.

“Alright, both of you, get out. I need to speak with Asher.” Ethan suddenly said as he dragged Roman away from my grip and pushed him out alongside Carter.

“What can’t you tell us too? What are you doing—”

Ethan slammed the door shut and locked it tight before Roman could complete his words. I glanced up at Ethan in confusion as he walked over to my side and took a seat, making me blink.

“Is something the matter, Ethan?" I questioned as he stared at me for a long moment, unblinking. “Uhm… hello”

“Promise me you’ll tell me the truth.” He suddenly said and I froze.

“What is it?”

“Just promise me. You have to tell me the whole truth.”

“About what…?”