Something Pink
by zigpal
making up
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"Willow, I'm deeply sorry for any undue stress I have caused you and want to let you know that I will be there for you and Oz in any way you need me," I said looking towards Willow but not at her for fear of crying.
"Oh goddess Buffy, no, it's me who is sorry. This whole thing got blown up fast, and with my hormones, I didn't know what to do, but after talking with Oz, we decided that it would be better if he didn't have direct contact with the baby since he wasn't the one I was in love with. Buffy, I will do whatever it takes to make up for all the pain that I have caused you," Willow said starting to cry as I scooted over in bed and patted the space next to me.
Willow climbed onto the bed as I held her with my good arm. I know this isn't going to make everything okay, but I need to feel Willow near me. I know we are going to have more conversations like this, but I'm sure it will all work out in the end. I had to smile when I heard a little snore as I looked over to see Willow asleep.
I was just watching her sleep when Mom popped in. I motioned to the blanket, and Mom covered us up before giving me a kiss and whispering to me that I could leave as soon as Willow wakes. I gave her a kiss on the cheek before she left as I went back to watching my sweet witch sleep, and somewhere along the way, I fell asleep too.
I woke up to Willow poking me, hard. I released her out of my grip as she ran into the bathroom. I guess we avoided an accident there as I swung my feet off the bed and reached for the pants on the table. I tried putting them on one-handed, but it wasn't working, and then, I heard giggling from the doorway as I looked up to see Willow laughing.
"A little help would be nice," I said as she motioned for me to sit back on the bed as she put my pants on before tying my shoes. As I watched doing all these tasks, I realized that it is going to be a couple days of having someone do all these simple things for me. Willow must have known what I was thinking because she lifted up my chin.
"Buffy, it is not a sign of weakness to ask for help. Besides, it will be nice to be able to take care of you for a change. Now hop down and I can do up your pants, so we can blow this joint," Willow said smiling even though there was a little sterness to her voice.
I was walking towards the door when I heard Willow clear her throat behind me. I turned around, and Willow was standing in front of a wheelchair. I walked back and plopped down in the chair as she kissed the top of my head before wheeling us out.
Only Mom and Dawn were waiting for us when we came out. Dawn ran over and gave me a tender hug as we headed for the exit. Willow helped me into the back seat, and the ride home wasn't fun either because we couldn't hold hands since the driver side seat belt would have bothered my sore right shoulder.
On the ride home, I started to nod off again, so I'm hoping the gang isn't waiting because whenever I'm sick or injured my body just wants to sleep. I think it might have something to do with the slayer healing, but I'm not sure. I figure the sooner I'm mobile, the sooner we can figure out how to destroy Adam.
With help from Willow, I walked in the door and saw Faith and Tara cuddling on the couch. I gave them a tired smile before reaching behind me and grabbing for Willow's hand. I walked us upstairs and brought us to my door as Willow opened it. She led me over to the bed and started to remove my clothes before cutting the hospital gown off and helping me lay down. I think she was going to leave, but I grabbed her hand.
"I know we still have some things to work through, but I want to be close to you while I sleep, and I'll try not to hold you hostage, so you can get up and go to the bathroom without having to wake me," I said giggling trying to lighten the mood as Willow smiled as she joined me on the bed.
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