This is an OTP of mine that gets so little attention, so I decided to write a thing. I love them together. I hope you enjoy.

Prologue

Quiet fall nights were Lovino's favorite. It wasn't yet cold, but the summer heat had begun to wane. The streetlights had flickered on an hour ago, but he was still sitting on the sidewalk next to his best friend talking about everything and nothing. It had become a tradition for the two boys to be in their own world together until one or both was called in by their parents. It was rather peaceful.

There was not a single person out on the streets now. No children were playing or adults coming home from work. Save a few cats running around and dogs barking in the distance, the night was cool autumn air hugged them as they sat under a light pole. Lovino giggled at something Matthew had said as he hid his face in his hands.

"It wasn't even funny," Matthew smiled, looking at his shoes.

"No, it was fucking hilarious! Shit, Mattie, that was…" Lovino shook his head.

A cool gust of wind blew down the street sending crisp fallen leaves rustling down the pavement. A shiver went down Lovino's spine. He hugged his hoodie around him, rubbing his arms. His Mediterranean body did not do well in the cold. He felt an extra weight gently settled on his shoulders. Lovino glanced up to find a red hoodie draped around him and see Matthew smiling at him, now only in a short sleeved shirt.

"Grazie. Aren't you cold?"

"No. I like this weather, remember? My dad makes me wear it. He's afraid I'm going to catch pneumonia or something," Matthew said rolling his eyes.

"Oh...yeah. You're a crazy bastard, Mattie."

They were silent for a moment. Lovino put his hand down on the curb and felt it touch Matthew's warm hand. A bolt of electricity ran through his body and his breath caught. He tried to push the feelings away once more as he jerked his hand away and turned his face to hide his blush. He felt his hand stop moving and fingers lacing his.

Lovino turned and looked down at the hand now holding his tightly, the owner's thumb rubbing circles on the soft skin at the back of his hand. His heart skipped and beat before racing. He slowly looked up to meet Matthew's soft indigo eyes.

Slowly, Matthew turned his body slightly toward the Italian before cupping his face in his hand and leaning in before hesitantly pressing his lips against Lovino's. Lovino kissed back for a moment as his cold body filled with warmth. How long had he been feeling this way about his best friend? He had lost track.

Suddenly Lovino pulled away. He couldn't do this. He refused to ruin his friendship. They were only eighteen. This kind of thing never ended happily. They were about to graduate. They were registered for college at different universities. Sure, they would be in the same city, but didn't you grow apart after high school?

Lovino stared at his shoes as he thought. He had known Matthew for the five years since he had moved from Italy. They had been inseparable from the start. He had never had that kind of friendship before and he sure as hell didn't want to lose it. Well Matthew had already kissed him. He was still holding his hand, waiting for a response. There was no going back. He pulled his hand away gently.

"Fuck..." Lovino muttered under his breath as he gripped his jeans in his fists.

He took a deep breath before taking Matthew's face in his hands and pressing his lips firmly against the other boy's. Matthew's hands were cupping his face. Lovino parted his lips to allowed Matthew in as he moved one hand down to rest against the Canadian's chest and the other sliding to hug Matthew close to him. One of Matthew's hands traveled down his side and wrapped around his lower back.

Matthew pulled back first and smiled at Lovino, who was blushing deeply and chewing on his lip; his golden green eyes sparkling as he stared at him. Matthew smiled, brushing his hair back. He leaned back and kissed Lovino gently once more before hugging him. They held each other for a long moment, heads resting on each other's shoulders.

"Lovi?" Matthew muttered pulling back slightly, holding the other boy by the backs of his upper arms.

"Yeah?" Lovino breathed.

"I really like you. I...Will you be my boyfriend? We're already best friends and I just, I care about you so much. You just…" Matthew pulled away quickly and hugged his knees.

Lovino scoffed and shook his head as he threw a rock into the street. He took Matthew's hand and bumped him against the shoulder with his, flashing the Canadian a smile.

"Of course I'll be your goddamn boyfriend. You're so fucking cute. How could I say no?"

Lovino stood, pulling Matthew up. He looked at the ground and ran his hands down Matthew's arms before lacing his fingers with him. He leaned forward and pressed his lips against the taller boy's with the use of his tip-toes. He pulled away with a smile before snaking his arms around Matthew's waist and resting his face in the boy's chest. Matthew held him close and kissed the top of his head. Lovino smiled. This moment was perfect. Nothing else mattered.

Thank you for reading! I hope you liked it.

I feel this may have been a bit rushed. Let me know, so I can make changes. Please review!