~Zayn's POV~
"Anyways, bro," Nicki interjected, his tone suddenly serious. "Pass the phone to your man."
Evric listened intently, his gaze calm and unwavering as the phone broadcast Nicki's fierce words. Evric's expression didn't change, but his eyes crinkled with warmth, holding a love that was absolute. He smiled and replied smoothly, his voice deep and measured, cutting through the intensity.
"Okay, sir. I heard you," Evric said, completely unfazed. "But I should tell you, sir, I will never make my baby sad." He lowered the phone slightly, his eyes locking onto mine, and pulled me into a quick, decisive kiss right in front of the speaker. "Because I love him so much."
On the other end, Nicki dramatically reacted to the unexpected Public Display of Affection. "Ewwww, tueh!" Nicki shouted, making Dean and Nantam burst out laughing.
Evric ignored the antics, raising his voice slightly to address Nicki with absolute sincerity: "Seriously, I promise to never make him sad."
