Books & Badges – Chapter Forty-Six

NOT EDITED Russell stood beneath the shower head, face tilted back in the water. He hadn’t done much more than speak to Jamal that day, but he was absolutely exhausted. He wanted nothing more than to crawl into bed with Theodore, close his eyes, and not have to wake up again until all of thisContinue reading “Books & Badges – Chapter Forty-Six”

Books & Badges – Chapter Forty-Five

A/N: Sorry for the delay! I seemingly believed yesterday was both Tuesday and Wednesday, but not Wednesday enough for Books and Badges. I’m blaming it on being sick for two weeks, lmao. Anyway, enjoy! NOT EDITED It was nearly seven in the morning when Jamal left. Now, nearing eight o’clock, Russell had finally fallen asleepContinue reading “Books & Badges – Chapter Forty-Five”

Books & Badges – Chapter Forty-Four

NOT EDITED Armed with his phone and a cup of coffee, Russell sat on the couch, leaned back against the armrest. Theodore sat between his legs, his body twisted just enough to the side that his hip was supported by Russell’s leg rather than crushed by it. Russell took a sip of his coffee beforeContinue reading “Books & Badges – Chapter Forty-Four”

Books & Badges – Chapter Forty-Three

NOT EDITED Theodore awoke in the darkness of Russell’s living room. He glanced around for a moment, his brow furrowed. He didn’t feel Russell behind him, nor was the man’s arm still wrapped around him. He sat up, reaching out to grab his cane from where Russell had leaned it against the end table. PushingContinue reading “Books & Badges – Chapter Forty-Three”

Books & Badges – Chapter Forty-Two

NOT EDITED Russell lifted his head at the little knock on his office door. A smile came to his face. “Hey, sweetheart.” Vera smiled back at him. “Hi. Daddy told me to come tell you that we have food.” “Awesome, thank you. I’ll be out in just a moment, okay?” “Okay.” Vera walked out ofContinue reading “Books & Badges – Chapter Forty-Two”

Books & Badges – Chapter Forty-One

NOT EDITED Theodore sat down beside Gina on her couch, eyes landing on Vera. She and Boyd had taken immediate interest in a dance game for the Xbox 360 the very moment they stepped foot in Gina’s living room. Gina elbowed him in the side. “How’re you doing today, Theo?” “Not terrible. Though sleeping onContinue reading “Books & Badges – Chapter Forty-One”

Books & Badges – Chapter Forty

NOT EDITED Just before midnight, Theodore fell asleep on the couch, his head on Russell’s chest. Russell paused Nurse Jackie and set the remote on the end table. He shut off the lamp and wrapped an arm around Theodore. He wasn’t sure how sleep would go for him that night, but he hoped he couldContinue reading “Books & Badges – Chapter Forty”

Books & Badges – Thirty-Nine

NOT EDITED Later that evening, as promised, Russell had picked Theodore up from the bookstore at five. Now, they walked through the grocery store, picking out ingredients for the brownies with cookie dough frosting Theodore had found on Pinterest. “For the record,” Theodore started, “if it wasn’t for one of your hands being busy withContinue reading “Books & Badges – Thirty-Nine”

Books & Badges – Thirty-Eight

NOT EDITED Russell dropped into his desk chair, another fresh cup of coffee in his hand. He took a sip, drawing in a deep breath as he set the mug down. Though he’d been at the station for a whopping six hours, he hadn’t accomplished much. He had started out his very early morning byContinue reading “Books & Badges – Thirty-Eight”

Books & Badges – Chapter Thirty-Seven

**Sorry for the delay! I was editing for someone yesterday and completely spaced the update** NOT EDITED Theodore paused his recording of Lucifer and grabbed his cane from where it leaned against the end table. He pushed himself off the couch, letting out a breath as he made his way to the door. After unlockingContinue reading “Books & Badges – Chapter Thirty-Seven”