Onodera's P.O.V

    You know, it's not easy being pregnant, all the symptoms are just bad, but it's absolutely FUCKING TERRIBLE when you're sick as well. I remember after coming home from my parents' house last night and I was perfectly fine. Then the next morning, I couldn't talk at all. I felt as if someone took out my vocal chords. To make things even worse, my head was also pounding, my nose was stuffy, my throat was sore, and my body was aching (the baby's kicks were not helping at all). When Masamune found out (which didn't take long), he instantly ordered me to put on some pajamas and head straight to bed as if I were a child. I didn't even feel tired, but as soon as my whole body crashed into the mattress, I was already out like a light.

    Later, a tap on my shoulder woke me up. I opened my eyes to see Masamune right in front of me, carrying a bowl.

    "Hey, there, sleepyhead. How are you feeling?" He asked in his gentle voice that I love so much as he gave me a few pecks on my forehead.
   
"I feel like I've been hit by multiple cars in a freeway." I said groggily. I tried to sit up on my own, but I failed to do so since my whole body was aching with pain. Masamune quickly put the bowl down so he could help me up.

    "Don't push yourself, love," He said in his loving voice,"Now open up, so you can at least eat something" I know that Masamune is trying his best to help me get well, but anything I eat won't stay down. I might as well eat for his and and the baby's sake. As he held the spoon, I slowly guided my mouth towards it. As soon as the food was in my mouth, I tried my best to swallow it, but my throat was hurting so bad as if it had cut on the inside. At some point, I finally swallowed it. A few bites later, I gave up, but at least I ate something. I lied back down on the bed and took a good look at Masamune. He had dark circles around his eyes and looked as if he didn't sleep at all.

    "Did you not sleep at all last night?" I asked in a weak voice. "Yeah, I didn't sleep last night. I was busy looking reviewing the manuscripts, but I refuse to rest until I know that you fully recover" He responded. I frowned a bit at his response.

    "Please, don't do that, Masamune. You'll get ill too if you don't rest enough. How about you rest right next to me, please?" I asked. Masamune looked at me as if he was not expecting me to say that at all, but then he smiled and crawled underneath the covers right next to me.

    "Are you okay with me sleeping here while you're sick?" He questioned. I scooted closer to him and buried my face into his warm chest.

    "I'm alright with that. I just want you by my side, that's all." I admitted, my face still buried in his chest.

    "Oh, Ritsu. I will always be by your side no matter what. The same thing goes for our baby." He promised as he stroked my hair gently while rubbing my abdomen at the same time. It was a perfect moment as he whispered sweet words into my ear. I wouldn't admit this out loud, but I believe that love is the best medicine, because during this moment, I began to feel a bit better.

    Knowing that Masamune will always be by my side no matter what, gives me a good feeling within my chest and heart. He never fails to make me feel loved and protected.

BONUS CHAPTER

Onodera's Point of View

    I prepared the apartment with decorations, all Christmas themed. However, it's not just Christmas Eve, it's Masamune's birthday today. He had to finish things back at Marukawa, so he's working late. This gave me more than enough time to prepare the apartment for his celebration. Even though it will be only us (plus the baby) celebrating, I still want it to be special. I mean, Masamune has done so many things for me and did his best to make me happy. I want him to know that I appreciate all the things he's done for me.

    I finished the decorations and began setting the table with food I made earlier (Don't be alarmed, I've been improving on my cooking lately). I decided to also place a bottle of champagne with two glasses for both of us (He can drink champagne, but I can't since I'm pregnant)
I really hope he likes this. I decided to rest for a bit on the couch while I wait for him to get home.

    A few minutes later, I hear the door knob jiggling and I quickly stood up and paced to the door.

    "I'm back, my dear." Masamune greeted. "Welcome back." I responded. He smiled and gave me a sweet kiss on the lips.

    "I-I have something for you." I stammered. "Alright, lead the way." He said. I grabbed his his hand and gently guided him to the living room. I looked up and saw his eyes filled with surprise.

    "Ritsu...Did you do this for me?" He questioned.

    "Today is your birthday and I wanted to do something nice for you. I wanted to show you how much I appreciate the things you do for me and also because I love you." I confessed. I looked up again and this time I saw his eyes filled with tears.

    "Uwah! Masamune! Did I do something wrong?!" I began to freak out. He wiped his tears and smiled.

    "Ritsu, you didn't do anything wrong. I'm just so happy that you did all this for me." He said. He hugged me so gently and we stayed like that for awhile. We began to eat and we told each other stories as we ate.

    When it was time for bed. Masamune didn't stop saying how happy he was and how much loves me. Just the thought of making him happy gives me joy. I'm glad that I got the chance to return to the favor to my one true love, Takano Masamune.

Hey everyone! I'm sorry that this chapter was kinda short, but I wanted to get this done soon (Even though this was a three hours late for Takano's Birthday) I hope you guys enjoyed it! I hope all you have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! -VinciblePine95