Ashley kept looking at him but all he did was smile back at him. He knew he was acting goofy but he didn’t care. Tonight was his night to be what he always wanted to be, just an ordinary person in love and feeling happy. Terry couldn’t help it and even the parting with Ken at the burger shop had been different.
Thinking about it brought another grin to his face as they were a few minutes late and Ashley was already standing outside waiting. Terry felt the lump rise in his pants and noticed out of the corner of his eye that Ken had noticed it as well. He only smiled and grinned at the older man. As he left the car he turned back in and grabbed Ken’s face and planted one hard kiss on his surprised lips. He tasted the salt from the tears that both of them had shed on this quick trip. It made him feel so alive that he wondered why he had never done this before. Of course the answer was simply, he hadn’t met Ashley then.
It was quite the stare he got too when he turned away from Ken and looked at Ashley. He could see the pain in the boy’s face and more than that he could see a tinge of jealousy as well. Funny that he thought but then he just grinned at Ashley and slapped him on the shoulder asking if he was ready to hit the bar. Terry thought that he would split a gut at the way Ashley winced from the hard tap and all he did was nod in agreement.
Walking the short distance to the bar Terry had started to whistle. It was a first and even made Ashley question if he was high or something. Funny, he never really thought about it but then he had turned to Ashley and smiled.
Yep, higher than shit on life, you should try it, great buzz
Uh really, sounds like you had a good uh, appointment.
Sure did, best ever. Ken’s a nice guy, have to introduce you sometime, I’ll tell you about it, if you want?
Really? I mean… yeah sure.
Cool, but first we get a drink and then I’ll tell you all about it, okay?
Uh, okay.
Terry could see the confusion his comments had given Ashley but somehow he just knew that when he told him what he wanted to, Ashley would either faint or shriek. Of course there was the chance he would simply walk out but those dark thoughts didn’t seem to carry much weight at this moment. Something had changed inside of him. Maybe it was that he had finally surrendered to the emotions that had been bottled up for so long or maybe it was something else. He wasn’t sure but he kind of liked how he was feeling tonight.
The sheer joy of being free from being alone was something you couldn’t put a price on. He had felt that when Ashley’s love had managed to finally reach him earlier. Then Ken’s own brand of love had only cemented it for him. Terry had never felt this good before, not even when he was with Paul. Sure they had their own type of love but it was always tainted by their parents. If it wasn’t the shrew of a mother or the psychotic ramblings of their father then it was the hypocrisy of their step dad.
He had whistled all the way to the bar. Other than their brief little conversation Terry had kept his mouth just humming. Ashley was obviously confused but all Terry could think about was how it would be to hold him, to feel his breath on his and know it was for eternity. The simply idea of being with Ashley no longer terrified him. Oh sure he knew there were risks and that life wouldn’t be simple, but he didn’t care. Terry knew that Ashley was meant for him and him for Ashley. That was what really mattered and he was acting how he felt. It was like he was on top of the world and no one could knock him from his perch.
Carl had noticed his mood as well and had looked at him just like Ashley had. He almost burst out laughing at the strange look he got but he just smiled. Terry knew that he had an engaging smile and it was out in full force tonight. Even Carl wasn’t immune from it as he took Ashley by the elbow and sailed on past the startled Carl. It felt good to finally be so free, to simply be able to enjoy everything.
Terry had spotted a table and the two of them had grabbed it just in time. It was right next to the small dance floor and still was in Rob’s section. Sitting down he noticed the piano player glancing his way and he just smiled. He could see the way the eyebrows went up in an arch at that. Terry rarely smiled so fully and yet here he was grinning from ear to ear. He could see some of his customers staring at him with their mouths wide open unbelieving. This was a side of Terry that rarely showed itself.
He had thought the rush would end long before they got to the bar but he was wrong. It only seemed to be increasing as they had gotten closer. Now that they were here it just wouldn’t seem to dissipate. It was like he was flying higher even and as he sat there waiting for the drinks he realized just how good it felt. Part of him had thought it was simply due to his depositing $4700 into his bank accounts at an ATM machine but sitting here he knew it wasn’t.
The unbelievable gift from Ken was certainly part of the mood or maybe not so much the gift but that Ken had done it. He still didn’t quite understand how he had missed how much Ken had fallen for him. Still the whole idea of some trick giving him that kind of a gift was bordering on the insane. Though he had to admit, Ken had good taste. It wasn’t that he lived lavishly or anything but he did have nice stuff.
The last two years he had even asked Terry to come with him on his yearly sojourn abroad. He had been tempted but decided it would be too risky. Still thinking about it now he kind of wished that maybe he had taken Ken up on it. If only he hadn’t been so suspicious of Ken. After all Ken had never given him cause to doubt his word but Terry never let himself get involved, or so he had believed until tonight. Now things seemed different to him.
Everything seemed so different now. At last he was looking at things in a whole new light. Glancing around the bar he wasn’t looking to see who was a likely prospect or date. Now he was simply looking for the hell of it. He knew that in the morning he’d have to start thinking about what he was going to do for a living but tonight was reserved for fantasy and love. That word made him squirm a bit. He had hardly ever dreamed that he would ever use that word to describe himself, but here he was doing just that. God it felt so right as he listened to the music.
Let’s dance.
What? Huh?
I said let’s dance, you do dance don’t you?
They had come here after his work for a whole week. This was the first time Terry had ever asked him to dance. He had asked Terry once who had given him a resounding no. Terry had told him he didn’t like dancing because it was too show offy for him. Now all of a sudden did Terry wanted to dance with him? Was he maybe trying to dump him or something?
Yeah, sort of, I mean… really? You uh…
Yes really, come on lefty, let’s see you swing that hot ass of yours.
He felt kind of stunned. It was maybe the first time that Terry had mentioned any part of him being attractive. Okay that first night he had said he was good looking but that was it. Still this was so out of character that he really did think that maybe Terry was on some weird drug. Maybe that guy who dropped him off had slipped him something? Christ if he had he’d find him and kill him.
I don’t have a hot ass, you do though, but uh…
Me? You think so?
Yes, but then… I mean I am kind of biased.
Biased? What you telling me it isn’t a hot ass?
No, yes, shit, what is with you tonight? I mean you seem so…
Happy?
Yeah, I guess, but more like you are stoned.
Nope, don’t need drugs or booze anymore.
No? How come?
Found something a whole lot better.
Christ you are talking in riddles tonight, uh, was it that good of an.. of a date?
Yep, it was the absolute best ever.
He never really had given it much thought. Ashley knew that Terry had courage but somehow he just always assumed that Terry did it simply for the money not the pleasure of it. It was kind of a hard blow to take but he didn’t want to ruin it for Terry. He had never seen him so happy like this and that should be enough for him. Still he wished he could be the one causing such happiness for Terry.
Oh.
God Ashley, you should see the look on your face.
I am sorry, I uh, I am glad you had a great time.
He could see the dark pain that raced across Ashley’s face and he felt it. He actually felt it which was something for him. Terry wanted to reach out and just tell him but there was still a bit of the devil in him. Still, he vowed that he would do nothing to ever cause Ashley to doubt him which made him feel better. To that end he had to try and console him, but only until after he had his dance.
Uh huh, I bet… but then you probably do mean that, now don’t get huffy, only thing is I think you will be even happier when you know the reason why it was absolutely the best date ever, seeing as how it isn’t what you are thinking.
It was confusing at best. He had never seen Terry act so, well so much like any other person. He was talking in riddles but then the way he kept looking at Ashley made him squirm a little. Maybe he was trying to frighten him off? That could be it but if it was he wasn’t going to have any luck. He loved Terry and he didn’t care what he did, as long as he could be around him. That was enough and so what if some other guy had made him feel this happy. He had to have either slipped him something or the guy had given him a super raise or something like that.
If you say so.
I do, now come on, I want to dance, how about it?
Sure, okay.
Rob almost dropped the tray of drinks he was carrying as he saw Terry leading Ashley towards the dance floor. It just wasn’t like Terry to do that and worse he was grinning. He had to say though, that when Terry smiled you just felt like the sun was beaming down at you. God he had a wicked smile. It made his whole face radiate and the eyes were simply sparkling. He couldn’t figure out why but it made his own heart skip a beat or two. Inside he suddenly felt a strange warmth and he thought about Paul. Maybe he would call him like he had promised.
Looking at Terry leading Ashley onto the dance floor made him pause a bit. The way he moved so gracefully around and in between the tables and then the few on the dance floor gave him a feeling of dejavu. It also reminded him very much of Paul for some odd reason.
Carl leaned against the corner of the wall. His eyes were a bit misted as he watched Terry dancing with Ashley. They looked so perfect together that he wondered if there had ever been anything more beautiful to see. The way Terry seemed to just float near and around Ashley’s body. It was a sight that took your breath away. The way the head bopped and the shoulders moved was like they knew each beat. They knew when to dip or when to shake.
The way Terry just seemed to know when to move to compliment Ashley’s own gyrations. Watching the two of them Carl felt like he was watching two separate parts of one person moving towards each other. The simple flow of music helped but what had Carl stunned was how intent Terry’s eyes were. Even this far off he could see the way they were focused totally on Ashley and no where else. In the past it was always Ashley who’s eyes never seemed to leave Terry’s figure but now, Terry was reciprocating the action. It was in one sense eerie and yet in another heart warming.
If he didn’t know better he’d say Terry was acting like some love sick puppy dog. The way he was so clearly mesmerized by Ashley’s moves only made him feel that maybe Terry had suddenly woken up. In all the time he had known him, he didn’t recall any single instance where Terry showed such tenderness or obvious desire for another living person. The way his hips moved and his arms were nothing but an extension of what his eyes seemed to be reflecting. It was as if it was some strange choreographed mating ritual that made Carl smile inside.
The fast paced music suddenly ceased and the people on the floor milled around for a second. Carl watched as many of them were stealing glances at the two blonde boys in the middle of the dance floor. There was no mistaking how handsome they both were in their own right, but together like that they were dynamite. He could see many of the older clientele drooling actually which made him smile. The bar would do extra well tonight he thought as a soft lilting melody began. It was a slow dance and he cursed Darius for that. He was kind of enjoying watching Ashley and Terry dance.
His heart skipped a beat or two or maybe it was even three times as he noticed that Ashley had begun to move back towards the table but Terry’s hand stopped him. With his eyes opening even wider Carl saw Terry take Ashley’s hand and place it on his hip and then step inwards. His face was looking right up into Ashley’s and Carl could see the smile growing even wider on Terry’s face.
As the soft slow music filled the room and many of those who had been dancing moved off, the room took on a strange quietness. Everyone was turned to watch those still dancing. A lump was in his throat as he saw Terry step into Ashley’s body and slowly the two of them began to slow dance. There heads were staring at each other and then Terry simply reached up with one hand to gently push Ashley’s head down onto his shoulder. His own head then fell forward to nestle into Ashley’s neck.
He wiped away the tears that suddenly began to flow down his face as he saw them gently dancing to the soft music. The entire bar was hushed as they watched the two blonde Adonis’ suddenly become one single entity. The beat of the music was accentuated by the gently coiling bodies of the two boys who barely moved an inch or more to either side of each other. You could feel the passion that seemed to suddenly permeate the whole room. The feet moved as one, the heads rolled in unison with the sway of the upper body. There wasn’t room for a fly to fit between the two bodies as they gently floated around the centre of the dance floor. It was like a dream sequence and yet wasn’t.
Carl wiped more tears from his eyes as he watched the two young boys holding onto each other. He could see the whiteness even around Ashley’s knuckles as his hands were splayed across the small of Terry’s back and on one hip. He could see the way Terry’s hand was firmly guiding Ashley’s body while his other arm completely encircled the small waist of the taller boy. Thank You Father Carl whispered under his breath as he watched the two young men dance.
The touch on his upper back had surprised him. His eyes couldn’t help but look into Terry’s face as the slow beat had begun. He had tried to leave knowing that Terry would never want to slow dance but the touch of his hand was like a thunderbolt. He felt his legs shake as he felt the soft touch of Terry’s hand picking up his own hand. He stopped moving away and felt himself surrendering to the gentle guidance of Terry’s strong hands.
In a second he felt the fire running up and down his spine as Terry placed Ashley’s hand on the hip. He could feel the bone vibrating to his touch too as his eyes grew wide with amazement. He was looking down into Terry’s face, seeing the blue pools of Terry’s eyes glimmering in the semi darkness of the room. For a moment or less he thought he had seen a strange flash of light leap out towards him. His whole body shuddered as Terry moved in close to him.
Ashley could smell the fresh clean scent of shampoo and his mind filed away that Terry showered after his dates. Still the prudish thought was quickly cast aside as Ashley’s body caved inwards to the soft aroma that wafted into his nostrils. He breathed it in deeply knowing it was his Terry. That was what counted as he felt the warm press of Terry’s leg against his inner thigh. His body shook hard as he felt a lot more than just Terry’s leg. It couldn’t be happening like this he thought as the music soared in his ears.
This was a dream but he didn’t care. He wasn’t about to wake up now as he let the strong hands guide his head downwards. He felt the soft fabric of Terry’s shirt on his cheek. If he could only stay this way forever he would be happy he thought, just breathing in that fresh scent that mingled with Terry’s natural aroma was enough to make him giddy and happy. It was intoxicating as he felt his feet grow wings. Ashley had danced before but always with girls. This was so different as he could feel the hardness in Terry’s groin rubbing up against him. His own organ was gorged by the rush of his blood and yet even as he felt dizzy and light headed he couldn’t let himself surrender to the blackness that threatened him. He just let his body take control as he shut his mind off, leaving him to just enjoy the sensations that came rushing into his body.
Even when the music had finished he could still hear the melody beating gently deep in his soul. His hand was taken by Terry and he could feel the growing ache in his groin. Walking back to the table Ashley knew people were staring but he didn’t care. All that mattered was that he could still smell Terry inside of him. It was a scent he wanted to always smell, a feeling of his body next to his that he never wanted to forget. His mind was overloaded trying to store all of the strange wonderful feelings that were still racing up his spine and down his legs. He felt like he was on some cloud as they came to the table and the music in his ears gradually subsided. Somehow he knew that the music would play again which made him smile as he came to the table.
Just as Ashley sat down, Rob came up to the table. Terry was still standing. His eyes looked at Rob’s and he could see the same puzzling expression that everyone seemed to have around him. Shit hadn’t they ever seen anyone dance before he wondered as he pulled his chair over from opposite the table to place it next to Ashley. He saw the way Ashley looked surprised and he knew that he couldn’t keep quiet for much longer. Besides, he was finding it almost impossible to hold back from reaching over and kissing Ashley. God how much he ached to feel his lips against Ashley’s.
You are quite the dancer Terry, you too Ashley.
Thanks, for that you can bring us a bottle of your best bubbly sir.
Huh? What?
Haha, god you two look like the bobsie twins. Just joking Rob, but I’d like a nice tall glass of seven up please. Ashley?
Huh? 7 Up? Uh…
Guess he’ll have the same then.
You joking again?
Nope, I got plans for later.
Ashley just stared at Terry with his mouth opened in amazement. He wanted to desperately believe that the plans for later included him but he wasn’t sure. Everything about tonight had been strange for him. He wanted to hope that it was what he had dreamed about but he couldn’t tell. Yet even as he wondered what plans Terry had he felt the rising warmth deep inside of him.
Oh… speaking of that, there are a couple of guys who uh, well you know.
Yeah, nope, tell them they got it wrong.
Tell them what?
Tell them that I am not for hire, not for sale, that I am no longer available.
Rob wasn’t certain he had heard right. Yet as he stared down at the grinning face he knew it was true. He still couldn’t quite believe it and wondered what kind of drugs Terry had done before coming in tonight. He could also tell that Ashley was worried a little about it too. His eyes were like giant saucers as they stared at Terry.
Are you stoned?
Terry looked up at Rob’s face. He could see the expression of disbelief etched across his face but he also something else in his eyes. A sort of wistfulness really that made him cock his head to one side as he smiled at Rob.
Stoned cold sober Rob, and before your jaw hits the floor, yes I am serious. I quit tonight. No more hustling for me.
It was like a prayer being answered in one way but still it was a bit confusing. Why had he just quit and why the mystery about it? Did that guy hurt him or something else go wrong? Was Terry merely trying to cover up something? He wasn’t sure but for whatever the reason was it felt exhilarating and damned exciting to him. He could feel the love he had for Terry growing inside of him as he stared at him with his eyes bulging. He never thought he’d feel this but Terry was even more handsome now than before, least to his moist eyes.
My God.. Terry, really?
Yes Ashley, for real… told you, it was the best night ever.
But why… I mean…
Well, fair question, you want the long answer or the short one?
Short one… why? What happened?
Haha, one question at a time Ashley, first though, what is your full name? Got any middle names?
Rob just stood there watching the way Terry was grinning and looking at Ashley. He still couldn’t quite believe what he was witnessing but then it all fit. No wonder they looked so hot on the dance floor. Terry had succumbed to the inevitable, he had allowed himself to feel. It made him wonder if maybe he too could find someone like Ashley or if a fair facsimile.
Yes.. but, don’t tease me, why are you quitting all of a sudden?
Answer mine first then I’ll tell you.
Okay okay, it is Ashley Parker Gibbons, okay?
Nice name.
Thanks, now come on, give… why are you quitting?
Okay, the answer is simple… it is Ashley Parker Gibbons.
His heart was pounding in his chest. He didn’t know what to make of Terry right now. Deep down inside he felt a strange fire warming his soul but his mind continued to resist the obvious. There had to be some other reason. It just wasn’t in the cards for him to get what he had always wanted, dreamed about but inside, right where it counted it seemed to be telling him that ‘yes this was happening’. His eyes were slightly misted as he tried to believe what the voice inside was saying but he still couldn’t quite accept it.
WHAT? I don’t…
Shit..
Rob couldn’t help himself. The expletive was out before he even realized it. It was as he had thought but the way Terry seemed to just glow was in itself unbelievable.
Ashley turned briefly towards Rob and saw how his eyes were wide open with amazement. Christ he must look even worse he thought as he tried to sort it all out. It was happening too fast but whatever it was it felt strangely good.
What, I don’t get it, what…
Jesus… for real Terry?
Yeah Rob, for real, close your mouth Ashley.
I don’t… what does…
Funny buy he felt like he was floating on a cloud. It felt so good to be saying Ashley’s name and to know that he was loved by him. It was just too much as he felt a small tear near the corner of one eye. Somehow he knew he’d be shedding a lot more tears of joy than just this one. He could also see the confusion in Ashley’s face. The way he wanted to believe what was in his heart but still uncertain. God he looked so handsome even when his face was all puckered up in consternation.
Forgive him Rob, he’s a true blonde… And before you have a fit Ashley Parker Gibbons, man that’s a nice name, uh, well I quit because of you.
Panic suddenly tore at him as he listened to Terry’s words. It was his worst fear that somehow he wouldn’t want Terry totally if he was working as a hustler. Cold fear came to him as he tried to tell him, to let Terry know that it didn’t matter to him. He had to make him know that.
I didn’t ask you… I mean..
Exactly, you didn’t.
Then…
Ashley, in his own inscrutable way I think Terry is telling you he’s in love with you.
Terry simply nodded as he stared at Ashley. There was no way to hide how much he really did care for Ashley. He could feel it in every part of his body as he watched the realization cross Ashley’s face. It felt good to hear it said in words as he licked his lips, feeling his body grow hot with a strange sense of desire and passion.
No way! FUCK! Really… I mean…
The words finally made sense to him. His eyes were glazed with tears as he stared first at Rob and then as he stuttered out his disbelieve the realization finally hit home. His mind no longer could ignore the truth and he felt his body leaping from his chair. He didn’t even pause or flinch as it toppled over. His body flung itself into Terry’s body, the arms somehow managing to open just as he came crashing into Terry.
He felt the force of his body push Terry back up against the wall. The thumb of his head didn’t even make him pause as all he could feel was a strong warm glow that seemed to envelope him and Terry. He felt the love inside of him suddenly exploding outwards as his whole body quivered by the release of his passion.
His mouth sought and found Terry’s own lips. He felt the heat rising inside of him and his heart beat was pounding in a growing crescendo of thunderous noise as he closed his eyes. The sudden jolt of electricity was too much as he felt the pain in his chest. His body was totally drained as he felt the powerful jolt pass from his body to Terry’s and then back again. It made him shake and he could feel Terry’s own body shuddering as well.
It was all too much as he felt the strong arms holding him tight. It was exactly as he had thought it would be if not more so. The power of his desire was too much and he couldn’t even begin to think about it. All he knew for certain that his dreams, his prayers had been answered. He had that special person just as his father and mother had. This wasn’t some schoolboy crush or infatuation but real. Every nerve in his body sang it out to his mind that was numbed by the growing thunder of his love for Terry.
God I love YOU!
Hearing those words next to his ears made Terry shake and tremble. He couldn’t believe how powerful of a saying it was until he hard Ashley say it. Every part of his body shook as if each part heard each syllable. It stunned him as he realized just how deep was his own love for this young man.
There was no rhyme or reason for his feelings either. He just knew that it was complete. The instant that he had felt that powerful touch from Ashley had only been the beginning of it. Now he was still reeling from the sheer electricity of it all. Every nerve was tingling to the point that it overloaded his ability to even think. All he could do was tighten his hold.
I know
I DO, I really do Terry, but…
But what?
I love you as you are, you don’t have to change for me, it doesn’t matter to me what you do, honest, I love you for just you.
The desperation in Ashley’s voice made him gradually loosen his grip. He could feel Ashley’s fear now, a whole new experience for him. It had been years since he had let himself feel such emotion. Yet at this second he could actually feel the worry inside of Ashley. It made his own heart ache to know that Ashley was worried. He had to let him know that it was okay. Terry realized in that split second that his life no longer belonged to just him.
I know, that’s why I had to quit.
I don’t…
I am not sure I can explain it, it is just that I can’t see myself loving you and taking your love without at least, well… It just doesn’t seem right. I know you are okay with what I do, I really do, but I guess I am not anymore. Shit it is really just that, well, I only want to be with you and no one else.
You mean it?
Yes.
God its all I have dreamed about since I first saw you… I can’t believe… I mean…
I know. It’s kind of scary and there are things we need to talk about…
Not now, just kiss me, oh God I can’t believe it. You taste so fucking good… god… please if this is a dream don’t wake me up…
Haha.. its no dream but if it is then I’ll stay dreaming too.
They both kissed again and then once more. Small but hard pecks firmly on the lips as they each felt the love that bound them together. Neither could really speak and yet there were no words necessary as they stared at each other for a minute or two, letting their souls speak to each other. It felt like what they both imagined heaven to be.
I can’t… Terry please, this is real isn’t it?
Terry ran the back of his hand gently down Ashley’s face. He felt the small bristles of peach fuzz that dotted the soft warm flesh. He felt content as his body shivered to the thrill of such a feeling. It was more than he had ever thought possible. The way every part of his body ached to touch Ashley was painful and yet exhilarating at the same time. He was in love which was just beginning to sink in.
Yeah, it doesn’t get any more real than this Ash…
Ashley shivered as he heard the soft three letters of his name come from Terry’s lips. It was a nickname his mother once used for him when he was growing up. His father had as well and it brought back memories of a live that might have been hard at times but one which you never noticed because of all that love that had surrounded them. It was exactly how he had hoped it would be.
Ash… I like that… mmmmm, I want you so badly I think I just cummed in my pants.
Well I know I did.
Somehow he didn’t feel embarrassed by it. He had let his body go and now he knew for certain that this was no dream. Terry had given in to it as well and he felt like the world was his. He was so happy that he didn’t even notice all of the people that were staring at the two of them. It felt like they were all alone. In some way it was as if there simply wasn’t anyone else in the world for him, just Terry.
Shit, no way…
Yes way… sorry but don’t worry, I think I can manage a bit more in short order…
Screw later, I want it now.
Terry was surprised by the fierceness of Ashley’s words. He was about to smile wider when he felt the press of Ashley’s hands on his face. He let him hold him as they locked eyes. He felt the warmth coming to him as he saw deep into Ashley’s very soul. There was nothing but love burning brightly inside and he knew in his own heart that that love was for him and no one else. He knew it just as he knew his own name. There was nor would there ever be anyone else for Ashley. The realization scared him as he realized that he felt the same about Ashley.
Not here dearie…
God you say the weirdest shit but fuck its making me… Terry I have never… I mean..
He saw the hesitation and knew exactly what Ashley was talking about. He smiled as he let his index finger gently quieten the boy. He felt the love as his finger tingled. It was so fucking amazing but he knew he was once more close to shooting his load into his pants. God if this was how it was just with touching imagine what it would feel like if they were naked?
The idea of Ashley naked next to his own naked body made his body ache and made him wince in pain. He wanted to be next to Ashley but not for sex. It was a strange concept to him but the idea of turning his face each morning to stare at Ashley suddenly was all that mattered. He didn’t care if he fucked him every ten minutes or spewed his load every five seconds even, all he wanted was to be near him, to be able to reach out and just touch him.
Terry brought his hand up to brush the long blonde hair from out of Ashley’s tear stained eyes. He could feel the love wrapping itself around him and he shivered from its enormous strength. It gave him a sense of pleasure that he had never experienced before. His eyes were coated by the glaze of his tears as he smiled into Ashley’s eyes.
That’s okay Ash, we’ll just do whatever is comfortable for you, I don’t care what that is either, just as long as when I wake up you are there next to me.
I will be, I swear it.
He never had been religious despite the constant beatings or angry words of his father. Yet as he heard Ashley’s words echo in his ears he felt a small prayer leave his heart towards the heavens. ‘Thank You God’ was all he could manage before the emotion of the moment made him shake again. It was as if somehow he had just been married and in his heart Terry knew that nothing could ever prevent him from being with Ashley.
Then everything is fine.
Fine? No everything is fucking fantastic… can we go?
Horny bitch ain’t you?
Damn right… I wanna stop being a virgin, I want to be yours… I want…
Impatient too… but yeah I think we better go.
Ashley grinned as he leaned back from Terry’s face. He had never realized just how handsome Terry looked. The way his mouth was just perfect and god it had tasted so good too. He wanted to just reach out and touch it. Ashley felt a sense of fear inside too but somehow he knew that no matter how it went later, it would be okay. The fear lingered for a second more before it left, ignored and forgotten.
Judging by that hard thing sticking into my leg I’d say someone else was just as… shit Terry, it is right isn’t it? I mean…
Yeah it is Ash… it is more than just right.
Good, then can we go?
Haha, one track mind you seem to have there Mr Gibbons… Christ you are something special Ashley Parker.
I have to be if someone like you loves me. I never.. I mean I never really thought of myself that way… now I do… you make me feel exactly what I knew love would feel like… uh, we can go to Carl’s I think, or I have enough to get a hotel room if you want… can we just go?
Yes… but not to your place or some hotel… you are coming home.
Ashley felt the lump in his throat and elsewhere as he let Terry kiss him once more full on the lips. He breathed in deeply smelling that same scent again and again. It made his body tremble as he realized just how much Terry meant to him. It was all he had wanted and he just couldn’t get enough of touching him, of feeling him. His eyes were open but all he saw was the bleary image of a smiling face. Yet even though he couldn’t actually see, deep down inside the smiling face was etched and he felt the joy welling up once more.
Carl watched the two leave the bar, hand in hand. He couldn’t believe what he had witnessed and there was no doubt that it would be the topic of conversation for many nights to come. His heart was beating loudly as he had seen something so special that it still felt like it was a dream or something.
The two had stopped at the doorway on the way out and Terry had reached out and lightly touched Carl’s hand. His eyes were stained from the tears but Carl could see only happiness within the blue eyes. The way Ashley hung close was enough for him to know the truth even as Terry told him that Ashley would be coming home. Carl didn’t have to guess at what Terry meant by home. He could clearly see how Ashley’s hand closed tighter on Terry’s as he had said it.
He watched the two of them leave and felt strangely pleased with how things appeared to be turning out. Carl didn’t even hear Rob come up behind him and stand watching with him. They just stared for several seconds after the door to the outside had closed. Both of them lost in their own thoughts. It felt so good to see that when they did both look at each other, all they could do was smile.
Nice isn’t it?
Uh huh.
You going to call that guy?
I don’t know, but maybe.
You should.
I know.
Miracles do happen Rob, you gotta believe now, right?
I suppose so… aren’t you satisfied?
Satisfied?
You want everyone to be happy or what?
Yeah would be nice wouldn’t it?
It would Carl… uh Carl?
Yes?
Thanks.
For what?
For caring. I think you are right, I will call him tomorrow.
Carl smiled and patted Rob on the shoulder. It felt so good tonight that he thought maybe life wasn’t so terrible after all. For once his faith felt restored as he checked the ID of two more who had come down the stairs. If Terry could find love and if someone as battered as Rob could want to try, then maybe there really was hope. He smiled as he heard the growing rumble of noise behind him. The bar was jumping tonight and he knew that what they had all seen was on the tips of everyone’s tongue.
All he could see was the way the two of them had danced. It was liking watching two halves seeking out the other and then joining together. You could see they were a perfect fit for each other the way they had slowly come together. Carl smiled recalling how he had also saw the two large wet stains on both boys’ jeans as they had left the bar. A small chuckle escaped his lips.

