Mama said knock me out! ((Roman/Rhema))

[praiseofblood]

The baby squirmed about on his father's chest to get comfortable.

"It's past his naptime..."

[ode]

"Oh yeah? Well daddy could use a nap too. You want to sleep with dada or in here?" he asked, glancing about the nursery.

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Bearon was already snoring softly. Rhema just giggled quietly.

[ode]

Roman just smiled and lifted the baby. Laying him in the bed, he kissed his head before turning to Rhema. "I was serious about taking a nap. Not only does my ass hurt but that mess knocks me out every time."

[praiseofblood]

"Go ahead." Rhema said, "the bedroom is that way." he said.

[ode]

Leaning down, he threaded his fingers with Rhema's and tugged him up. "Why don't you come with me?"

[praiseofblood]

Rhema blinked at him with wide eyes. "To..the bed?"

[ode]

"Yeah... just to rest. Let me hold you for awhile," he said, tugging the man closer.

[praiseofblood]

Rhema blushed. He wanted to say no, but he still ended up following the male to the bedroom.

[ode]

Roman tugged his own shirt off and pulled the covers down before laying in bed and tugging Rhema into it. Both in, he wrapped the man in thick, strong arms and buried his face in Rhema's neck.

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Rhema flushed, but allowed the male to hold him, trying not to admit to himself how good it felt to be held.

[ode]

Roman enjoyed holding his mate awhile but not too long before he was out like a light.

[praiseofblood]

Rhema didn't know how long he lay there before he too, drifted off.

[ode]

Roman's rest was surprisingly peaceful. His body relaxed and his mind felt at ease.

[praiseofblood]

Rhema woke a bit later when he heard Bearon cry. He sat straight up and headed into the nursury, picking up his baby.