~Evric's POV~
"Babe? Zayn, what is it?" I asked, reaching out to touch his cheek. "You were breathing so hard. You look terrified."
Instead of answering, Zayn quickly pulled away from my hand. He stood up from the couch, moved toward the desk, and sat heavily back down on my lap, wrapping his arms tightly around my neck.
He buried his face into my shoulder. "I'm not sleeping on the couch," he mumbled, his voice muffled against my shirt. "I want a cuddle."
A gentle smile touched my lips. I pulled him closer, settling him comfortably against my chest. I wrapped one arm securely around his waist, holding him tight, and with the other hand, I returned to my laptop.
"Okay, baby," I whispered, pressing a kiss to his hair. "I'm right here. Get some rest."
