I like you too, but…

As Mia slid into the car, her skin brushed against the cool, smooth leather, and her pulse quickened.

She couldn't help but wonder what Raven's response would be once they reached home.

Did he feel the same way, or was she about to face heartbreak?

As they drove, the only sound was the purr of the car engine and their quiet breathing.

While driving, their mother would occasionally look at Mia through the rearview mirror, a feeling of comfort radiating from her eyes.

Mia felt her heart thudding in her chest as the minutes slowly passed by, her mind thrown into a flurry of worry about the possibility of heartbreak.

After what felt like a never-ending drive, the car finally stopped in the driveway, the engine's hum dying away.

Mia and Raven opened the car door in unison, the hinges creaking as they stepped into the house.

Mia was surrounded by the warm, comforting scent of home as she stepped inside, but her heart still raced with trepidation.

She glanced at Raven, trying to get a sense of how he was feeling, but his expression gave her nothing.

Their mother noticed the tension in the air, and with a gentle footstep, she left, granting them a moment of solitude.

Raven spun around to face Mia, his voice like a whisper in the air as he said, "Eh, Come on, follow me."

He clambered up the stairs, the carpet soft beneath his feet, and opened the door to his room.

Mia trailed, her fingers rubbing together in a hurried rhythm.

Raven gestured towards his bed, the sheets crinkling as she settled into them.

Mia nervously sat down, her heart pounding in her chest.

Raven grabbed his gaming chair and sank into it, then looked at Mia, his eyes brimming with a complex array of emotions.

"Look, we can be in a relationship," he began, pausing briefly.

Mia's face beamed with joy, and she couldn't suppress the urge to throw her arms around Raven.

"That's amazing!" Mia's eyes lit up with joy, her enthusiasm spilling out of her.

Raven hugged her tight, the warmth of her body radiating against his.

"Listen to what I have to say first," he requested gently.

Mia gave a slight nod before sinking back into the soft mattress.

"We can be in a relationship, but let's take it slow," Raven continued. "For now, let's keep it at holding hands and occasional kisses. I want us to enjoy each other's company without rushing into anything."

Mia nodded, her heart warm with satisfaction and curiosity.

"Isn't that what a normal relationship is?" She asked, her brow furrowed in confusion.

Raven paused, his jaw tightening as he berated himself in his head.

He had forgotten that he was reborn and still carried the mindset of his previous life in his twenties.

"Yes, you're right," He admitted, his cheeks slightly reddening, that she was indeed correct.

"But given our circumstances, take it slower than normal until you reach 18, ok?"

Mia's face lit up, her eyes shining with fondness.

Her voice was steady and sincere as she said "absolutely".

Raven stood up from his chair and felt the warmth of her side as he sat down.

He then enfolded her in his arms and lay down on the bed, the springs creaking beneath them.

They sat in comfortable silence, the warmth of the other person radiating onto their skin.

Mia nestled into his arms, the warmth of his embrace aiding her in her fight against sleep.

Raven grabbed the blanket, wrapping it tightly around them, and unlocked his phone, setting an alarm for 5am before fading into sleep.

The night passed in silence; the moon casting a gentle glow upon their entwined bodies.

A soft sound of Raven's alarm filled the room as the first light of dawn shone through the curtains.

He carefully stretched his arm to turn off the alarm and was met with the sound of silence, not wanting to break Mia's tranquil sleep.

Mia stirred, her eyelids fluttering open to reveal her sparkling eyes.

When she looked at Raven, she felt like she was in a dream, and she planted a light kiss on his warm cheek.

Raven placed his hand on her forehead, feeling the warmth of her skin, and he felt a droplet of her saliva roll down his cheek.

Mia's eyes opened abruptly, and she felt the morning sun's warmth on her face.

"That. I didn't. I ~" Mia stumbled over her words as she hurriedly jumped out of the bed and ran out of the room.

Raven chuckled at her cute reaction and got out of bed, making the mattress springs squeak.

He found a fresh set of clothes to wear and posted a short, concise note on Twitch and YouTube saying he'll be taking the day off.

Talking about twitch, Raven still needs to sign the Twitch partner program, but he needs his mother's signature to sign the contract.

Raven emerged from the bathroom, his skin feeling fresh and rejuvenated.

As he stepped out of the bathroom, he felt the warmth of Mia's presence before he even saw her trotting across the room.

When she saw Raven, her cheeks turned a deep red, and she rushed into the washroom, the door slamming shut with a resounding thud.

Raven shook his head, a wisp of air escaping his lips, and continued his way downstairs.

He walked towards the kitchen, and the smell of coffee beans lingering on his tongue.

Their mother was already in the kitchen, the sound of sizzling eggs and the smell of coffee filling the air as she cooked breakfast with a cheerful smile.

She looked up at Raven, her voice full of kindness, as she greeted him. "Good morning, dear. Did you sleep well?"

Raven nodded his head, his eyes filled with appreciation as he smiled at her. "Ah, yeah I did. Only if I didn't have an extra 80 pounds on me, it would've been perfect." "

She smiled and waved Raven to the kitchen table, where the aroma of freshly brewed coffee wafted in the air.

Raven settled down, inhaling the comforting scent of coffee.

His mind wandered back to Mia and the events of last night. He shook his head and allowed the warm breeze to carry his worries away.

He's too young now to think about any sexual relationship.

As he took a sip of his coffee, he noticed Mia entering the kitchen, her cheeks still flushed.

She refused to look up, instead quickly settling into her seat at the table, hoping to conceal her shame.

Their mother gave them a knowing smile, her lips curving in a gentle expression of understanding. "Good morning, Mia. Did you sleep well too?"

Mia nodded, her voice barely audible, like a feather brushing against the air. "Yes, thank you."

Their mother's eyes twinkled with amusement as a soft chuckle escaped her lips. "Well, breakfast is almost ready. I made your favourite pancakes, Raven. And Mia, I made some blueberry muffins. I hope you both enjoy it."

Raven's stomach rumbled in appreciation, and he gave his mother a thankful smile.

"Ay there, madam, you know how to make everything great."

Their mother scrutinised Raven, her brow furrowed in curiosity. "You seem fine after finding out you're adopted."

Raven motioned with a flourish of his hand. "No need to be surprised. I found out a couple of days ago while experimenting with my blood sample when I was bored."

He fabricated a white lie, and their mother felt it was trivial enough to overlook.

"Well, at least you're fine about it."

But she was still curious why he was playing with his own blood, deciding to keep her distance out of respect for his privacy.

The sun glowed through the sky, and breakfast was gone in a flash.

"Let's go Mia."

Raven grabbed his bag and the sound of the zipper echoed through the room as he walked to the door.

With haste, Mia grabbed her cleats and quickly laced them up.

"Take care!" The two heard their mother's stern voice shouting in their direction.

Raven raises two fingers and waves them at her and opens the front door.

They both stepped outside, feeling the warmth of the sun's rays on their skin.