Bonds of Brotherhood

Lorah's POV

It’s been two whole weeks since the explosion at the abandoned airplane.

Two weeks since Sicily has been unconscious.

Drew and I have barely left her side the entire time. It’s strange, considering I don’t even like the guy.

“So, how long have you known Sicily?” I asked, figuring we might as well talk since we’re both stuck in the same room, waiting for any sign that she’s waking up.

He looked up at me, surprised. “Oh, uh, we’ve known each other our whole lives, actually. Me and two other guys, Eric and Peter, have been her big brother figures since we were all under a year old.”

“Oh.” His response caught me off guard. I didn’t like the dude at first, but he’s been looking out for Sicily all these years, doing the job I couldn’t. It’s not my fault I didn’t know about her for 18 years, but I still feel indebted to Drew somehow.

“Wow, thank you so much for being there for her all her life,” I said, walking over to shake his hand.

He smiled, glancing at Sicily fondly. “Well, I was her brother figure. I even thought I might be her real brother since I don’t know who my real parents are either.” He hesitated, looking a bit nervous. “Please don’t knock me out for admitting this, but I’ve started developing feelings for her since finding out we aren’t related.”

“I know,” I grinned, “You seemed a bit head over heels at the agency meeting.”

“You’re not mad at me?” He asked, visibly relaxing.

“No, I’m not, Drew. Technically, you were in her life first. I’m indebted to you, and if letting you go for my sister is a way to repay you, I’ll do it.”

“Thanks, man,” he said, smiling brightly.

Suddenly, Sicily began to stir. Drew and I jumped from our seats, moving to either side of her.

“Sis, are you awake?” I asked, bending over her. She squirmed again.

“Drew, go get the doctor!”

“Wait! I want to try something!” Drew leaned down and kissed her.

“Whaaa?!” Sicily’s eyes flew open.

“Heyyy,” he grinned, and I high-fived him.

“Sicily, you’re okay!” I said, helping her sit up and hugging her. Drew hugged her too, making her blush and turn away.

“How do you feel?” Drew asked gently.

“I… feel fine. Lorah, how long have I been out?”

“Two weeks! Mom and Dad were so worried. Everyone panicked when you didn’t wake up. I’ve got to call them and let them know you’re awake! Drew, watch Sicily!” I said, pulling my phone out of my pocket as I ran out of the room.

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Sicily's POV

I’m… awake?! Was I asleep? I don’t remember much. One moment, I was jumping out of an exploding airplane, and the next, I’m lying in a hospital bed being kissed by Drew.

God, I feel so embarrassed! I can’t even look at him.

I’m starting to get annoyed at my otherwise amazing twin brother for leaving me alone with Drew. Doesn’t he realize how insanely awkward this is?!

I’m sitting in a reclined position, staring at the door on the far left as Drew watches me from my right side.

“Sicily?” he called softly.

I didn’t respond.

“Sicily, I’m sorry. Kissing you was a bold move, and though I don’t regret it, I really didn’t mean to make you mad at me.” He paused, waiting for me to say something. When I didn’t, he continued, “I love you, and I just wanted to see if I could wake you up that way.”

I immediately turned and stared at him in shock.

“Yeah, I’m definitely still in whatever coma or dreamland I was just in,” I said incredulously, lying back down.

"You're not dreaming Sicily"

"That’s what the Drew in my dreams would say"

Omg I DID NOT JUST SAY THAT!! I groaned and pulled at my hair.

"Haha you dream about me?" Drew laughed

"No....I didn't mean.... Ugh" I sat up and yelled for Lorah. "Lorah get back here and make Drew leave!!"

"Sicily calm down I'm sorry" Drew said, "Do you really want me to leave?"

I looked back at him and noticed how worried and sad he looked "Before I answer that.." I replied, "Did you really mean what you said a second ago?"