They tumbled down the slope, fists flying every which way. Dan tried to bite a few times, but was unsuccessful. They landed at the bottom; Chris was on top of Dan. Both seemed frozen, unable to move a single inch. Chris's mind went blank, unable to explain what he was about to do. Chris slowly lowered his head, eyes closed, towards Dan. Dan's lips were parted slightly, drawing in deep breaths, Dan's eyes widened as Chris's lips connected with his. It was a short, chaste kiss. Chris quickly pulled away, flinging himself off Dan and against a nearby tree. He held his head between his hands.

What have I done! Chris thought as tears began to form, threatening to fall any second.

What happened next surprised the both of them. Dan had managed to regain his composure. Dan figured instead of trying to think about what had just happened, he decided to act in the moment; he had always loved the guy, so why not? Dan crawled over to where Chris was freaking out and placing his mouth by Chris's ear whispered one single question.

"What was that for?" Chris shivered at how deep and sexy Dan's voice had just sounded. The situation was becoming dangerous.

"I...I don't-" Chris was cut off when Dan chuckled softly against his neck.

When did Dan get all the way down there!Oh man. I need to get into a safer position. Chris's thoughts were interrupted by Dan pressing his lips to Chris's.

Chris could feel the scratchy stubble scrape against his chin lightly as Dan continued the forbidden kiss. Chris just couldn't think coherently anymore. Chris opened his mouth to say something, only to have Dan's tongue invade his mouth. Their tongues intertwined in a slightly wet kiss; a quiet smacking sound barely present. Dan pulled away only when he needed air. He would have gladly dove right back into the kiss, but Chris lightly pushed Dan away. They stared into each others eyes, almost as if they were searching for something.

Chris had never seen such a soft, compassionate expression on Dan's face; he had to admit he liked it. Dan's eyes sparkled with passion as he looked upon Chris's innocent face; a cheesy smile escaped from behind Dan's emotional stronghold. Neither could stop what happened next. Something almost snapped within Chris as Dan spoke next between the two.

"Heh. I suppose you should get back to Elise."

All the love in Dan's eyes, in a matter of seconds, was gone; replaced by Dan's usual look, but a much greater hurt, and sadness was present in them. Dan commenced standing, but was suddenly tackled roughly to the ground by Chris.

"After all of that, you're just going to walk away and pretend that nothing happened?" Chris felt a tinge of disappointment in Dan.

Before Dan could reply Chris crushed their lips together, starting a small series of long, passionate kisses. Chris's tongue exploring as much of Dan's mouth as was humanly possible. Dan half-heartedly returned the kisses, reluctantly latching his hands to Chris's head, running his fingers through the sandy colored hair. Dan couldn't take it anymore and yanked on Chris's hair, pulling his head away. What Chris saw shocked him yet again. Tears streamed down Dan's cheeks as he stared up at Chris. Chris had never seen Dan cry except for maybe once when they were children; he hadn't been able to stomach the sight of Dan crying. This time was no different. Chris hurt for Dan all over, the scene before him practically wrenching his heart from his chest.

"Chris, please. If I can't have you like this every single day for the rest of my miserable life, then stop. It's already making it a lot harder to just be friends with you. I guarantee it will only make me feel worse if we go any further." Dan looked completely helpless. He almost sounded like he was pleading.

Chris cupped his hand around Dan's cheek.

"All I can think to say right now is...I'm so sorry. I hadn't realized, after all these years we've been together. I...I need a few days to think. I'll let you know my answer by Friday. Until then can you act natural around Elise and I?" Chris asked quietly as a tear fell from his eye, landing just below Dan's eye.

"I'll try." Chris's heart stung at Dan's half assed reply. He sounded so broken and hurt.

"Okay good. But if you don't feel up to it, just let me know; I'll understand." Chris whispered.

Dan nodded his head in affirmation as Chris removed himself from on top of Dan and stood. Chris helped Dan up off the grassy terrain and they made their way back to the blue car they both had come to know so well.

~Author's Note:

I know Dan isn't the type to be affectionate or...happy really. But even the toughest guy can turn out to be a marshmallow, even if it's only around the one he loves more than anyone else in the world! (I know that sounds really cheesy =_=) A lot of you were probably confused as to what may have caused this scene to unfold and what Chris's answer may be.

I am here to tell you worry not! I will be sure to write at least one more chapter. I think I might take up two though. This isn't going to be a very long story, and the chapters will most likely be very short, but I hope you enjoy it anyways.

I'll try and think up the next chapter. It will be leading up to this scene. You know kind of to show what happened between the two rascals. :)

*If anyone has any suggestions please feel free to let me know. I could definitely use them.*