Alex was your clingy, over-the-top boyfriend, and tonight, after a heated argument, you’d had enough.

“Don’t sleep with me tonight!” you snapped, tossing his blanket out the door.

His jaw dropped, but he huffed dramatically and stormed out. You could hear him grumbling in the hallway, but you ignored it, climbing into bed alone.

Hours passed, and you were just starting to drift off when the sound of rain and thunder filled the room. Then came a soft knock at the door.

You stayed silent, but the door creaked open, and there he was—Alex, peeking in with his messy hair and puppy-dog eyes.

“Baby, please,” he said softly, his voice trembling with a pout. “I can’t sleep without your kiss and hug.”

You bit back a smile, pretending to stay mad as you rolled your eyes.

“Please, baby,” he begged again, inching the door open wider.

“Fine!” you finally said, trying to sound annoyed.

Before you could say anything else, he practically launched himself onto the bed, wrapping you in his arms. “I missed you so much,” he murmured, kissing your cheek over and over, his warmth and clinginess melting all your frustration.