MY LOVER

Kingsley dedicated himself to Summer's recovery.

He arrived early, bringing her favorite breakfast.

Fresh fruit and whole-grain toast.

"Good morning, Summer," Kingsley said, smiling.

Summer's eyes lit up.

"Kingsley, you didn't have to," Summer said.

"I want to," Kingsley replied.

Kingsley helped Summer with physical therapy.

He pushed her wheelchair through the hospital.

Pointing out vibrant flowers.

Sharing stories.

Summer's laughter filled the corridors.

----

Summer's parents, Maria and Carlos, rushed from Mexico.

Concern etched on their faces.

They entered Summer's hospital room.

Kingsley stood, respectfully.

"Mom, Dad," Summer exclaimed.

Maria hugged Summer tightly.

"Mi hija," Maria whispered.

Carlos shook Kingsley's hand.

"Gracias for caring for our daughter," Carlos said.

Kingsley smiled.

"It's my pleasure," Kingsley replied.

Maria and Carlos exchanged grateful glances.

---

Kingsley joined Summer's family.

Sharing meals.

Stories.

Laughter.

Maria and Carlos warmed up.

To Kingsley's kindness.

"Kingsley, you're like family," Maria said.

Carlos nodded.

"We're grateful," Carlos said.

Summer's heart swelled.

Seeing Kingsley with her family.

Feeling loved.

---

Summer's parents departed, leaving her under Kingsley's care.

"Take care of our daughter," Maria said.

"We trust you," Carlos added.

Kingsley nodded.

"I promise," Kingsley replied.

Summer smiled.

"I'll be fine, Mom and Dad," Summer said.

Maria and Carlos hugged Summer tightly.

"We'll return soon," Maria whispered.

Summer's recovery accelerated.

Kingsley ensured her adherence to therapy.

Physiotherapy.

Occupational therapy.

Kingsley pushed Summer's wheelchair.

Through hospital gardens.

Pointing out vibrant flowers.

Sharing stories.

Summer's laughter filled the corridors.

---

Summer's heart swelled.

Seeing Kingsley's dedication.

His kindness.

His patience.

Summer felt safe.

Protected.

"Kingsley, thank you," Summer said.

Kingsley smiled.

"You're welcome," Kingsley replied.

Summer's eyes locked onto Kingsley's.

Gratitude transformed into something deeper.

Summer's pulse quickened.

Was she falling for Kingsley?

---

Nelly and Reed arrived at the hospital.

They entered Summer's room, bearing gifts.

"Hey, Summer!" Nelly exclaimed.

Summer smiled.

"Hey, guys!" Summer replied.

Reed hugged Summer.

"How's recovery going?" Reed asked.

Summer shrugged.

"Slowly but surely," Summer said.

Nelly and Reed chatted with Summer.

Laughter filled the room.

Kingsley was absent, attending to errands.

---

Before Nelly and Reed's visit, Kyle and Kelvin video-called Kingsley.

"Hey, man!" Kyle said.

"What's up?" Kelvin added.

Kingsley smiled.

"Not much," Kingsley replied.

"Who's got you tied up?" Kyle teased.

Kelvin chuckled.

"Summer, right?" Kelvin asked.

Kingsley's expression confirmed.

"The one and only," Kingsley said.

Kyle and Kelvin exchanged surprised glances.

"Kingsley's smitten!" Kyle joked.

"Totally gone!" Kelvin laughed.

Kingsley blushed.

"Guys, stop," Kingsley pleaded.

Kyle and Kelvin noticed Kingsley's sincerity.

"Kingsley's serious about Summer," Kyle said.

Kelvin nodded.

"We approve!" Kelvin exclaimed.

Kingsley smiled.

"Thanks, guys," Kingsley said.

---

Later, Kingsley returned to the hospital.

Summer's eyes sparkled.

"Hey," Summer said.

Kingsley smiled.

"Hey," Kingsley replied.

Their eyes locked.

Summer's heart fluttered.

Kingsley's love for Summer grew.

---

Nelly and Reed left the hospital, concerned.

"Reed, have you noticed?" Nelly asked.

"Kingsley's devotion?" Reed replied.

Nelly nodded.

"It's more than friendship," Nelly said.

Reed agreed.

"Kingsley's serious about Summer," Reed said.

Nelly's eyes widened.

"Do you think Summer feels the same?" Nelly asked.

Reed shrugged.

"Hard to tell," Reed replied.

---

Kyle and Kelvin video-called Kingsley again.

"Kingsley, be patient," Kyle said.

"Summer's recovery comes first," Kelvin added.

Kingsley nodded.

"I know," Kingsley said.

"Don't rush things," Kyle advised.

"Let Summer realize her feelings," Kelvin suggested.

Kingsley smiled.

"You guys are the best," Kingsley said.

---

Nelly and Reed walked out of the hospital.

Kelvin, sitting at a nearby café, spotted them.

He waved, catching Nelly's attention.

"Hey, Nelly!" Kelvin called out.

Nelly smiled.

"Hey, Kelvin!" Nelly replied.

Kelvin gestured for her to join him.

"Grab a coffee with me?" Kelvin asked.

Reed nodded.

"Go ahead, I've got somewhere to be," Reed said.

Nelly walked over to Kelvin.

"Thanks for the invite," Nelly said.

Kelvin smiled.

"My pleasure," Kelvin replied.

As they sipped their coffee, Kelvin mentioned his friend.

"kyle and I are planning a game night.

Want to join us?" Kelvin asked.

Nelly's eyes sparkled.

"Sounds fun!" Nelly exclaimed.