Andrew couldn’t remember the last time he had sex with a man who was a virgin to male-male sex. He loved Vincent’s gasps, looks of delight, and mind-blowing excitement. Oral often worked best for the first time, and, if everything went well, Andrew knew they would have other opportunities to do more. They would do much much more.

Vincent’s body was amazing. He had a dusting of chest hair across his pecs, and it was beginning to turn silvery-gray like the salt and pepper mix of color in Vincent’s hair. His body was thin and well-muscled. Andrew imagined they would be a handsome pair on the beach in the summer. People would turn their heads in admiration as they passed the couple.

Vincent lay flat on his back still breathing hard. Andrew rolled over on his side to push up close resting his head on Vincent’s shoulder. Staring at the ceiling, Vincent said, “That was spectacular.”

“It’s only the beginning,” whispered Andrew. He placed a hand on Vincent’s chest and kissed Vincent’s nipple.

“I can’t even imagine,” said Vincent. “It’s so amazing. I want to do that every single day. I would get addicted. I know I would.”

Andrew said, “I think that’s one of the least dangerous of addictions. Two guys in a couple addicted to each other? I think that’s the way it’s supposed to be. Isn’t it?”

Vincent rolled slightly on to his side to face Andrew and reached out to touch Andrew’s hip. “Is it okay if I touch?” asked Vincent.

Grinning, Andrew said, “You can touch me anywhere you would like to.”

Vincent’s hands were warm, and his touch was gentle. Andrew snuggled his face even closer against Vincent’s neck while the fingers found their way across his thigh and the fingers of the opposite hand raked through his hair. He smiled trying to remember what it was like the first time he touched a man.

Andrew’s first time happened during his college years. He was a freshman, a senior took him to bed. Andrew was a skinny twink. The senior was tall with a hairy chest. He was a gentleman, but he was also aggressive in bed. The first time was painful, but it was also incredibly exciting. When it was all over, Andrew just knew that he wanted more. He tried dating the senior, but it fell apart after two on-campus dates.

Andrew exited the relationship knowing that he wanted a man in his bed, and he longed to wake up with one in the morning, but he was much less certain about an ongoing dating relationship.

“Just think about waking up together,” said Andrew. He thought about opening his eyes in the morning and setting his sights on Vincent. He knew that he would want to kiss Vincent and dive beneath the sheets to wake Vincent up with his mouth.

“I wish I could stay tonight, but I can’t.”

Andrew said, “You can if you want to. We could have the whole evening together.”

“No, I can’t. In fact, I have to go soon. I have to pick Mandy up from school. Then I need to get her dinner and help with her homework. I hope that’s okay. I know that it’s not ideal.”

Andrew smiled. He said, “You’re a good dad. Good dads do what you’re doing, and it’s completely okay. Is she doing well? She was fantastic at the house, and I can’t wait to ask for her advice, but how is she with…”

Andrew’s voice trailed off, and Vincent asked, “With Dana gone?”

“Yes, I think that would be incredibly hard for a girl Mandy’s age.”

Vincent said, “It is. Mandy’s lost her mom. She’s never coming back, and she can never be replaced, but the counselor thinks Mandy is doing well. She says that it sounded like Mandy and Dana had some positive closure. They talked with each other in private just two days before Dana passed. I was out of the room, and I don’t know what was said. It was Mandy’s private conversation, and it will always be that way unless she chooses to share it with someone. I won’t ever ask. I’m glad there was something private between them.”

“That sounds wonderful,” said Andrew. “Does she know about, well, someone like me.”

“You mean that I’m interested in men?” asked Vincent. “Nobody knows about that except you and me.”

Andrew added, “And Doug and Jeffrey.”

Vincent sighed, “Yes, Doug and Jeffrey. I heard the three of you laughing the other day. What do they think about this? Did they know where you were going this afternoon?”

“I think they had a good idea. I think Doug and Jeffrey said something like, ‘Go get him, Tiger!’”

“And is it what you expected?” asked Vincent. “Will you give them a good report?”

“Now it turns a lot more private,” said Andrew. “I don’t kiss and tell. I’ll say that I had fun, but I don’t add much more than that. My lips are sealed.”

Vincent reached out and wrapped fingers around Andrew’s cock. He said, “Your cock feels so amazing. I mean, it always feels good touching your own, but wow, touching yours is so intense.” He slowly stroked.

Andrew closed his eyes for a moment and just concentrated on Vincent’s touch. The firmness of his grip was perfect. The slow stroking made Andrew bite his lip. He opened his eyes and said, “You could probably make me cum again.”

Vincent grinned and said, “We’ll have to try that sometime, but I need to get dressed. I just wanted to touch you one more time, and I need one more kiss.”

Andrew pushed up close, and their lips met. Vincent grabbed his body and pulled Andrew over on top. Andrew said, “Mmm, you feel so very good, Vincent. I can’t wait to see you again.”

“I love the weight of your body on me. It makes it feel like the world is a safe place. In fact, it makes the world feel like a perfect place.” They kissed again, and Vincent felt a tear leak from the corner of his eye.

Andrew reached out a finger to touch the tear. He asked, “Are you okay? Is there anything wrong?”

“There is nothing wrong at all,” said Vincent. “I’m happy. Once in awhile, I cry when I’m happy.”

Andrew climbed off Vincent and slid to the edge of the bed before standing up. Vincent did the same on the opposite side and asked, “Do you really like that house? I mean is it the kind of house where you would want to live? You aren’t just taking the project and being enthusiastic to please a client, are you?”

“It’s a mid-century gem,” said Andrew. “It is a truly lovely house. I’m not sure if I could afford one like it on my own. That’s one of the best things about my work. I get to decorate houses that I couldn’t afford on my own. When the renovation is complete, you will have one fantastic home for you and Mandy.”

“And maybe one more?”

Andrew said, “Slow down Vincent. You’re jumping about five steps ahead. Enjoy the journey. Don’t be afraid to take it slow. I sometimes have a bad habit of rushing. I get excited about something, and then I’m talking about where things will be in ten years.”

“I wonder what it will be like ten years from now,” said Vincent. “Mandy will be graduating from college. I hope I’m not alone. I hope someone is there with me. Do you want to be with someone for the long term, Andrew?”

“I’m going to say it out loud,” said Andrew. “I’m going to say it out loud because I want to know how it sounds and feels coming out of my mouth. Yes, I want a man at my side. I want a man to wake up with every morning.”

“Then maybe it can be me,” said Vincent.