Twenty-Eight
LEO slid his hands under Alex’s ass. “Hold on tight, boy,” he whispered as he lifted Alex easily into his arms and hoisted both of them from the sofa. Alex’s arms went around his neck unhesitatingly, clinging onto him as their mouths met in a long, hungry kiss that had Alex moaning into Leo’s mouth. Those long, long legs wrapped around Leo’s hips and crossed at the ankles at his back, and Leo felt Alex’s cock hard against his belly. Holding his precious cargo, Leo walked them both through the apartment to the bedroom, Alex’s mouth devouring his with increasingly more demanding kisses, his tongue sliding into Leo’s mouth, tasting him.
Fuck, Leo wanted to be inside his boy.
“Too many clothes,” Leo whispered as they finally reached the bed, and he lowered Alex onto the satiny cover. To his surprise, Alex chuckled, and scrambling up onto his knees, he began to undo Leo’s shirt with feverish fingers, little noises of exasperation escaping as he struggled with the buttons.
Leo laughed, helping him with the frustrating task. “Here, let me.” He swiftly removed his shirt, moaning as Alex’s hands slid over his chest. “Yeah, touch me, boy.” Alex leaned closer, and Leo groaned as his mouth fastened itself around a nipple, sucking and licking at the tiny bud, which hardened at the attention. Alex had never been this uninhibited during sex, and Leo became even more aroused at the prospect of making love to him.
“Missed you last night.”
Leo’s heart stuttered as he heard Alex’s whispered words. It stuttered even more as Alex reached down and, after popping free the button on his waistband, slid his hand into Leo’s jeans, hand wrapping immediately around his hot, bare cock. Oh…. He didn’t know what had gotten into Alex, but he liked his boy tonight. Leo tugged eagerly at the zipper, shucking off his jeans, Alex helping him to remove them completely, both men breathless and smiling. Naked, Leo climbed onto the bed to join Alex, his cock almost tapping against his belly.
Alex’s eyes dropped low, and he gave a shy smile. “Someone wants me.”
Leo groaned, pulling Alex roughly into his arms. “I always want you, boy. Just the thought of you in my bed beneath me, and I’m hard as a fucking rock.” He seized Alex’s mouth in a brutal kiss, thrusting his tongue deep, Alex moaning softly at the onslaught. Leo broke off to pull at Alex’s shirt, tugging it from his pants, his fingers now refusing to cooperate as he tried to free the buttons.
“Hey!” Alex broke off, panting. “What about the candles?”
Leo rolled his eyes. “They’re perfectly safe. They’ll just go out on their own. Now, where were we?”
Alex was laughing, his eyes bright with amusement as he helped Leo, but the air became charged with a sexual current, which was intensifying steadily. Leo was breathless as he pulled Alex’s pants from him, his boy nude at last, his thick cock already leaking precome.
The mood changed. Alex gazed steadily at Leo, eyes blazing with lust. “Want you inside me.”
ALEX held his breath. This was a departure for him, and he wasn’t sure how Leo would react. For the first time, Alex felt compelled to give voice to his wants, his needs. And what he really needed right now was Leo deep inside him, connecting them in the most intimate way possible. Come on, Leo, take me, fucking take me….
Leo’s eyes burned with intensity, really ramping up Alex’s level of arousal. He shivered as Leo deliberately advanced up the bed, pushing Alex onto his back, head on the pillows as he took hold of Alex’s thighs to part them, revealing his tight hole. Oh yeah, bring it on….
Leo knelt between his legs to grab his cock firmly with one hand while he reached under the pillow for the lube with the other and handed it to Alex. “Slick up my fingers, boy.”
Alex loved how hoarse Leo’s voice became when he was really turned on, and he hurried to follow his instructions, eager to help Leo’s hand find its destination. He moaned softly when Leo’s hand released his cock momentarily.
“And your cock too.”
A shudder rippled through him as Leo’s hand wrapped itself once more around his now slick, aching cock and proceeded to slide over the uncut shaft from root to tip, the silken skin sliding back to reveal the fat purple head, which was already glistening.
Alex licked his lips, and he was suddenly bereft of breath as Leo’s hot mouth sucked in the head of his cock, his hand working its length as a single finger sank slowly into his hole. Alex started to buck as Leo worked his cock faster, tightening his fist as the slick shaft slid through it into Leo’s waiting mouth. All the while, Leo’s long, slim finger fucked his ass, slipping into it, the friction delicious, until that finger skimmed over his gland.
“Oh, God, yes!” He pushed down, wanting more: more friction; more agile tongue pushing at his slit; more of his cock fucking that tight fist, making him so fucking hot, he swore he could come at any second. Alex kept up a constant litany of whimpers and sighs in between begging Leo not to stop, not to fucking stop….
OH MY God! Leo ached to be deep inside Alex. There was something so wanton about the boy tonight, as if he’d been liberated from the restraints that usually held him captive. Leo loved how Alex submitted, loved the way he gave up everything to please him, but this? This was intense. The usually introverted boy was submerged in this man who lay writhing on the bed, whose low moans were causing Leo’s level of arousal to soar. His eyes were pleading with Leo to take him just as much as his lips were begging him not to let up, even for a second, as Leo massaged his prostate slowly, watching as ripples of ecstasy shuddered their way through his body.
And Leo couldn’t stand it any longer.
He freed Alex’s cock with a whimper, pulled his finger free of his tight ass, and reached into the drawer beside the bed to withdraw a condom. For a split second, he thought of the possibility of one day sliding bare into his boy, and had to tug at his balls in an effort to keep himself from coming. Not now….
Alex’s eyes were on him as he sheathed his cock in latex and slicked it up with lube. Leo wanted the boy just as he was, face to face. He wanted to watch his boy as Leo made him come. Leo struggled to find some oasis of calm within himself, determined to make this last. His breathing more even, Leo locked eyes with the man he loved. “Spread for me, boy.”
Alex’s breath caught as he spread wide, and then he grabbed his legs behind the knees, pulling them up toward his chest, revealing his hole in a display of vulnerability that took Leo’s breath away.
But it was his words that stole Leo’s heart.
Clear blue eyes met his, never once looking away. “I love you, Leo. Make love to me.”
With a groan from the depths of his soul, Leo pressed his cock against the pulsating entrance awaiting him and slid home in one long thrust. Alex let out a long, shuddering breath as Leo buried himself in tight heat. Alex hooked his long legs around Leo’s waist and pulled Leo down to him, Leo going willingly, their mouths meeting in kisses that began tenderly, slowly building in intensity. Leo slid in and out of Alex’s tight channel, rocking into that lean body, which now rose up to meet his thrusts, giving back in equal measure. Leo thrust into his boy until he was balls-deep, and then slid out until only the head of his cock remained inside.
Alex broke their kiss with a loud gasp. “Oh, fucking hell, yes!” Alex cried, pushing down hard, forcing Leo to thrust fully into him, sheathing himself completely inside. Alex’s eyes rolled back into his head. “Oh God, Leo, again!”
Leo slid his arms under Alex’s shoulders to grab him tightly, and then began to rock, the motion of his cock sheer fluidity. Alex began to pant, his eyes locked on Leo, hips lifting off the bed to meet Leo’s thrusts, his legs tight around Leo. Leo cradled Alex against him, his face warm against his neck, his cock gliding in and out of Alex’s ass, speeding up now, both men moving inexorably toward their mutual orgasms.
“Love you, Alex.” Leo grunted out the words as he pushed into him, bottoming fully before sliding out and shoving deeper. Alex’s cries grew more frequent as Leo rocked faster and faster, the cheeks of Leo’s ass clenching and hollowing with each thrust.
“L-love you, Leo. Love you so much.”
The breathless declaration spurred Leo on, and he took Alex’s mouth in a brutal kiss, his tongue sliding deep, keeping time with his cock as it nudged Alex’s gland relentlessly.
“Oh, fuck, Leo, I… I’m coming. Oh fuck, coming now, now….” Alex howled as he clamped down on Leo’s cock, his cock erupting, untouched, spurting between them. The feel of that tight-as-fuck ass, along with the smell of come and sex, was hot, so hot Leo was pulled into his own orgasm.
“Oh… God! Alex, I love you.” The words were torn from him as Leo pumped his seed into the latex encasing him, shuddering violently through his climax. Shaking and trembling, he was held tightly in Alex’s arms, and Alex’s lips desperately sought his. They kissed, both shivering as their orgasms receded, leaving them trembling in their wake.
Leo kissed Alex’s eyelids, forehead, and cheeks, still buried deep inside him, as Alex lay beneath him, murmuring his name softly. Leo didn’t want to stop kissing him, and Alex seemed to be in no hurry to move, soft sighs escaping his lips as he lay in Leo’s arms, clutching his back, holding onto him tightly. Reluctantly, Leo released Alex to slip from his body, holding onto the condom. Once disposed of, he went quickly into the adjoining bathroom and returned with a damp cloth with which he cleaned up the remnants of come still adorning Alex’s belly. Finally, he rejoined his young lover on the bed, pulling him once more into his arms.
Leo lost all track of time as they lay there, arms entwined, heartbeats finally slowing, their breathing becoming more even. Leo kissed Alex softly on the lips, brushing the silken strands of hair away from gorgeous clear blue eyes, which held him captive for long, languid moments. His boy was beautiful, no doubt in his mind, but now, like this, sated after making love…. Christ, I love him so much. Leo wished for eloquence enough to be able to convey even a fraction of how he was feeling. He knew one thing with absolute certainty: he wanted Alex in his arms every night from now on. “Alex, just so we’re clear on one thing.”
Alex gazed up at him, lips parted, eyes expectant.
“You still have your own room. That’s your space, all right? But if you think I’m going to spend another night without you in my arms, like last night….” Leo paused, his eyes bright. “Then we still have things to discuss.” He locked eyes with Alex. “Do we have anything to discuss, boy?” He raised his eyebrows, and Alex gave him a shy smile.
“No, Sir,” Alex whispered. “Nothing at all.”
ALEX rolled over in bed, snuggling up to Leo’s back. His lover was toasty warm, and Alex drank in the comforting scent that always made him feel safe and protected.
“I could definitely get used to this.”
Leo’s morning-gravel voice went straight to Alex’s cock, as usual, but there was no way Alex was letting the man anywhere near his ass today. Leo might have turned out the light at midnight, but the lovemaking had continued long into the morning, until Alex thought there couldn’t be a single drop of come left in their bodies.
Leo rolled over to face him, head cradled on his arm.
Alex gave him a warm smile. “Good morning, Leo.”
Leo’s answering smile lit up his face. “Good morning, Alex.” He pulled Alex to him, and Alex buried his face against Leo’s neck.
Leo rubbed his cheek against Alex’s face, and Alex protested loudly. “Oh, someone needs a shave this morning!”
Leo lifted his brows, a smirk playing about his lips. “Oh, someone’s feeling brave this morning!” he retorted.
Alex’s cheeks reddened, but he kept his eyes on Leo, not backing down. He was rewarded when Leo kissed him. Alex let out a sound of sheer contentment.
“Sorry to spoil this idyllic moment,” Leo said with a grimace, “but we need to get up, if only to brush our teeth.”
Alex felt a tinge of sadness. The last thing he wanted to do was spend the day working in the restaurant, knowing Leo had the next two days off. “I’ll miss you today,” Alex said quietly. Simple words, but they were true.
“Then isn’t it a good thing you don’t have to?” Leo’s eyes were alight with mischief.
Alex frowned. “But… I have work—”
“Oh, did I not tell you last night?” Leo’s expression was one of innocence, but by now Alex knew better. “I spoke to Sev last night. Apparently he’s given you the next two days off.” The gleeful note in Leo’s voice was impossible to miss now.
Alex’s eyes widened. “You… you got Sev to give me some time off?” He stared incredulously. “But… but why would he do that?”
Leo shrugged noncommittally, but Alex wasn’t fooled. It seemed his lover was very good at getting his own way. “He said something about having enough staff, that was all.”
Yeah, right. Like Alex believed that one.
Still, he wasn’t about to complain, especially if it meant he could spend the two days with Leo. “You got anything planned?” Because Alex just knew Leo was up to something.
Leo nodded. “We’re going Christmas tree shopping.”
Alex all but bounced up into a sitting position. “Really?” Leo nodded, eyes sparkling. “A real tree?”
Leo laughed. “Well, I’m not buying a plastic one, that’s for sure.” Alex was beaming now. “But that’s not all. It’s been a while since I had a Christmas tree, and I don’t have anything to put on it. So we have to shop for decorations too. And seeing as Christmas is in just over a week, we’d better make sure we get one before the shops run out of trees.”
Alex was delighted by the prospect of spending the day in such a wonderful pursuit. But what really made him smile was the idea of doing this as a couple.
And then it hit him. He would be sharing Christmas with Leo. The two of them.
He just knew his smile wasn’t going to quit all fucking day.
“THAT one.” Alex pointed at the Norway spruce, which must have stood at least ten feet tall.
Leo rolled his eyes. “I do not have the ceiling height for one that big.”
Alex pretended to pout, but his eyes were alive with glee. They’d walked around the local garden center for at least thirty minutes, discussing the merits of various trees. Leo chuckled. At least they’d narrowed it down to two specific varieties now.
“Well, you choose, then!” Alex teased. Leo pretended to peruse the outdoor lot carefully, but it was an act—he’d already spotted the perfect tree, standing in the corner. He only hoped Alex liked it too.
Leo took Alex’s hand and led him across the lot. His boy glanced down at their linked hands, and a slow smile spread across Alex’s face. Leo tightened his grasp, causing Alex to look at him. Leo indicated the corner of the lot with a flick of his head. “What about that one?” He smiled as Alex glanced toward the tree and almost did a double take. It was a fir tree, about seven feet tall, wide and bushy at the base, its branches perfectly proportioned and rising to a point, which left just enough room for the ornament Leo had in mind.
Alex’s eyes lit up. “My God, Leo, it’s… it’s perfect!”
Yeah, Leo was a happy bunny. Christmas looked to be already off to the perfect start, providing the garden center delivered. ’Cause there was no way that tree was going to fit in the Mazda.
ALEX let out a noise of utter contentment.
“You happy, Alex?” Leo was stretched out next to him on the sofa, a glass of tawny port in his hand.
Alex turned his face toward Leo and nodded. He’d had a wonderful day. The tree was in its stand and had already opened up in the warmth of the apartment. Christmas carols were playing quietly in the background, and Leo had provided fresh candles, their flickering flames casting shadows that danced on the walls and ceiling. Between the two of them, they’d decorated the tree with the results of their shopping trip, and now it was festooned in swathes of red and gold. Delicate glass baubles in shimmering colors were hanging from its wide branches, and the tree was alight with hundreds of tiny white lights, a slender gold star atop it.
Alex gazed at the tree standing in the corner of the lounge, sending out sparkles of light around the room where the lights were reflected in the baubles. “I think it’s beautiful,” he said softly. Leo put down his glass and held one arm wide. Alex needed no second invitation. He scooted across the seat to Leo and laid his head on Leo’s chest as he continued to gaze at the beautiful sight before him. Leo’s arm slipped around him, and Alex pressed closer, closing his eyes momentarily, shutting out the festive scene before him as he concentrated on the man in whose arms he lay.
Leo’s lips pressed softly against Alex’s hair, and Alex couldn’t help leaning into his touch, breathing him in. “I could stay like this all night,” Alex admitted, his arm snaking around Leo, fingers softly stroking his belly. Leo cupped Alex’s chin and tilted his face up, bringing their lips together.
“There’s a really soft rug down there on the floor,” Leo said casually.
Alex arched his brows. “Oh, really?” He chuckled.
Leo nodded. “I think we should try it out, see just how comfortable it really is,” he said, his face straight. “We could always add some cushions, you know, if we wanted.” His eyes gleamed. “Wanna give it a go?”
Alex pretended to consider the proposition seriously. “Would we need fewer clothes?”
Leo grinned. “Oh, definitely. In fact, naked sounds pretty good right now.”
Alex laughed, but the sound died in his throat as he looked into Leo’s eyes and saw the lust burning there. Lust for him. “Sounds like a plan,” he said huskily.
This has all the makings of another long night, he thought. If I’m lucky.