Roman sighed deeply, as he stood outside of the door of the interrogation room. He had a stack of papers in his hand. He was going to try to interview Damien Sandow. So far, for the last couple of weeks, since his arrest, Sandow had not spoken a single word, at least not in front of any law enforcement officer. Damien's lawyer, Shane McMahon, had been there a few times, but, had as of yet, not filed any papers or statements.
The only thing that made Roman smile at all, was the fact it was Friday, his date night with Adam. But, for once, Adam was not on the forefront of his mind. Roman pulled a key out of his pocket and unlocked the door, opened it and entered the room.
Damien sat in a chair like a stoic statue. His hands were on the table, fingers laced together. He was dressed in a standard prison orange jumpsuit with a white tee shirt. He wore white socks and blue plastic 'flip flops' on his feet. His hair and beard were, as usual, very neat and trimmed. He stared straight ahead.
Roman sat down across the table from Damien. He laid out the folder of papers. The Lieutenant Detective pressed the button on the digital recorder he'd pulled from his pocket. Roman placed the recording device on the table.
Roman began the recording, making sure it was legally proper. "Lieutenant Detective Roman Joseph Reigns, interviewing the prisoner, Sargent Detective Damien Aaron Sandow. Time is ten thirty A.M..." he finished with the date and location.
Roman began to ask questions. He asked how Damien became involved with Calaway. Why he altered reports on trial cases and other questions. It was all pointless, Damien didn't utter a word, not even a cough. The only movement Sandow made was the very occasional blink of his eyes.
With a sigh, Roman clicked off the recorder. He looked at Damien. Bitter disappointment clouded Roman's eyes. In silence he stacked up the papers and returned them to the file.
Roman leaned back in his chair, and looked at his former teammate. "I looked up to you, Damien. You're the one that inspired me to do my best. Are you that bitter because I made Lieutenant before you? Or is it because Hunter put me in charge of the Task Force? Damien, talk to me, off the record. This is man to man, friend to friend... at least we were friends. I swear Damien if you speak to me, what ever you say will be just between us." He looked at Damien with an almost pleading look.
Damien blinked like a lazy reptile, sunning its self on a rock. He had no intention of speaking. He'd written everything he needed to say to his lawyer. When Shane filed his report, then they would know. For now, he owed Roman nothing.
Roman sighed. "I'm sorry you've chosen this route, Damien. Prison will not be easy for you..." Roman paused, he had a sudden idea and turned back to Sandow.
"If you are under the impression that Calaway is going to protect you in prison, you are sadly mistaken. He agreed, for Jacobs sake, not to get involved in prison politics. He's going to keep to himself, you will be on your own. You know what they do to ex-cops." Roman looked hard at Sandow. He swore the man flinched slightly. Would he speak now?
Damien swallowed hard. He had counted on Calaway's protection in prison. Calaway would have easily manipulated himself in the to Top Dog position and protected him. Now, he would be in prison, without any protection. Surely Roman was lying, a man like Mark Calaway wouldn't just sit back and be a "normal" prisoner. Yes, that was it, just another tactic to break him. Well it wasn't going to work. He blinked and stared at the wall ahead of him.
Roman opened the door. "If you think I'm lying about Calaway, I can assure you, I'm not. I can arrange for him to tell you himself. If you change your mind about talking, call me. I'm sorry it came to this Damien. I hope it was worth it. You won't have a pension to fall back on." Roman left the room and locked the door behind him.
Roman headed back to the Task Force office. He stuck his head in the door of Hunter's office on the way. "Nothing. I wish I knew why. McMahon file a report yet?" Roman asked Hunter with a raised brow.
Hunter looked up from his computer. "Not yet. He has until next Friday. I don't expect anything till then. He's putting off as long as he can legally. Keeps Damien from the big house. Thanks for trying. I thought he might speak to you. You two were so close once." Hunter sighed.
Roman nodded. "Like brothers. I hate to think of what will happen to him at Joliet. But, he made his bed, he'll have to lie in it. Adam wanted me to ask, how is Gunner?" He leaned against the door frame.
Hunter took a puff of his cigar. "You're right about Sandow. Sorry, but I can't feel bad about a turncoat. Gunner is fine. They e-mailed his final exam and sent his things. We're meeting the Principals of a couple High Schools next month. Our house is in a weird quadrangle. We can chose from four school districts. Our neighbor across the street has five kids. They all go to different schools, except the two eldest who go to the same school. We will let Gunner decide where he wants to go. He wants to be where the sports are best. He's also going to just use the Jacobs part of his name. Doesn't stand out as much as Calaway, it was Mark's idea." Hunter took another puff of his cigar.
"I've never seen two men change so completely as Calaway, Jacobs. Oh and Jericho as well. Gunner is going to have a hard adjustment from private to public school. Like Adam going to community college, it will be huge for him." Roman flashed Hunter a worry filled look.
"Gunner is looking forward to the challenge. Adam will be alright. He's a strong kid too. Well, go finish up the plea bargain reports. Jerry wants them on Monday." Hunter gave his cigar a final puff.
Roman nodded. "Only have about an hours work left to do. You'll have it on your desk by five." Roman gave Hunter a playful salute and went to his office. Hunter chuckled with a shake of his head, as he crushed the spent cigar into the almost overflowing ashtray on his desk, he turned back to his work.
At the apartment, Adam finished his studies at three in the afternoon. He wanted to shower and dress for his second date with Roman. While he got ready, Adam wondered where they were going. The fair had been fun, but he didn't think Roman would take him to another one so soon. He thought maybe miniature golf, that was fun, once Roman had taught him what to do.
At five-forty-five, Adam was on the couch, waiting for Roman. He wore his long hair down, it behaved especially well, and the soft way it waved framed his face beautifully. He'd also lined his hazel eyes with eye liner again. Roman had liked the way it set off his eyes. Adam wore a plain blue tee shirt, with a blue plaid flannel shirt over it, like a jacket. Adam had on his favorite pair of comfortable, well broken in jeans. They fit like a glove and showed off his muscular, but curvaceous legs to perfection. His feet were covered with a pair of black leather sneakers.
Adam couldn't stop the smile when he heard Roman's key in the lock. He got up and by the time Roman entered the apartment, Adam was there to greet him.
"Hi, baby. Oh I missed you." Roman grinned as he spoke. Adam took Roman's brief case and put it in its place, on the chair by the door. Roman kissed Adam in greeting.
Adam wrapped his arms around Roman's shoulders. He looked at his boyfriend with concern, Roman looked totally exhausted. He also thought there was a sadness behind the dark eyes.
"We don't have to go out if you're too tired, Roman. I'll understand, I really will." Adam fingers toyed with Roman's pony tail as he looked at his man.
Roman gave Adam a soft smile. "I want to go. I'm looking forward to it. I need a night out. I tried to interview Damien. It's... sad. He was like a brother to me once. When I made rank over him, he changed. I can't help but... no, no it isn't my fault. He went dirty on his own. I'll go shower and change. You look beautiful... too beautiful for me. I'm lucky to have you." Roman dipped his head and gave Adam a gentle nip on the neck and inhaled the scent that instantly calmed him.
Adam held Roman close. He knew his man needed some comfort. He knew what it was like to have a friend turn on him. "You're right my Angel. You are not responsible for what he did. You, Shawn, Hunter... all taught me that, it wasn't my fault what Calaway did... so take your own advice." He spoke softly and smiled with warmth. "And, Ro... I'm the lucky one. But, I have learned something. I do deserve to have you, a life and happiness. I am worth something." Adam gave Roman a sweet kiss.
Roman's eyes glistened with pride. "Oh baby, it's so good to hear you say that... finally. We're going to have a fun evening, I promise. Give me twenty minutes." Roman gave Adam a peck on the nose. Adam laughed and let Roman go take his shower and change.
Forty five minutes later, Roman's truck had pulled out of the parking garage. "Are ya gonna feed me? I'm starving." Adam whined as he placed his left hand on Roman's thigh as the Detective drove.
Roman laughed. "Yes, I will feed you. Oh, by the way, Gunner is fine. He took his final exam by email and they shipped his things." He filled Adam in on all that Hunter had told him about the teen.
"Good. So um... where are we going?" Adam asked in a rather seductive tone as he ran his hand up Roman's thigh.
Roman chuckled. "You can't get around me, I am a Detective. I promise, it's something you will love. I paid attention when you talked about things you'd like to do." Roman glanced at Adam as they waited at a stop light. He picked up Adam's wandering hand and kissed it before the light changed.
After a bit more of a drive, when he saw where they were, Adam nearly clapped his hands like a child, but stopped himself at the last minute. Roman had pulled into the entrance of the Cascade Drive In. When they pulled up to the ticket booth, Roman paid fifteen dollars for two adult tickets.
"So, you happy? Where should I park? Close to the refreshment stand? They have a rule that trucks and SUV's have to park no closer than row five." Roman stated as they entered the main parking area.
Adam was thrilled. He'd never been to a drive in movie in his life. He asked Bret to take them once, but Bret said they didn't allow limos. Adam had been disappointed that Bret wouldn't just rent a car and take him. Roman, however, had remembered something Adam had said once, in a passing conversation. That melted his heart a little more.
Adam quickly scanned the lot. "There. That looks to be about half way between the refreshment stand and bathrooms. I can't believe you remembered something I barely mentioned. Roman Reigns you are wonderful." Adam leaned over and kissed Roman's cheek.
Roman smiled. "Glad you're happy, baby." He concentrated on backing the truck into the parking space. That way they could sit in the back of the truck and watch, stretched out in comfort.
"I was so excited, I didn't see. What's playing?" Adam looked around, but he couldn't see the "Now Playing" sign. He was also glad to see so many families were there. Kids played in the playground and laughed happily.
Roman laughed. "Um... well... Friday's are family night, they show animated classics. It's an all Disney night. 'Lady and the Tramp' and 'One Hundred and One Dalmatians', plus two cartoons and a Disney feature short. Do you mind?" He looked at his boyfriend anxiously. Not the most grown up night to go to the drive in. Secretly, Roman loved the classic cartoon movies, he was a closet Disney fan, well animation fan was more like it.
"I'm thrilled. I've never seen either movie. You forget, Roman, I didn't have that kind of childhood. Ma, bless her was too tired to take me to the movies when I was little. Then later, we never had a VCR or DVD player. I have a lot of catching up to do." He smiled brilliantly.
Roman and Adam stood beside the truck. Roman took out his wallet and handed Adam some cash. "Will you go get us some food? I have something to do here. You don't have to if you are uncomfortable going alone." Roman's hands were on Adam's hips as he spoke.
"I'm not a baby, Roman. What do you want?" Adam rolled his eyes. Roman was too protective sometimes.
"Okay, okay. Sorry, I just want my baby boy to feel safe. Double cheeseburger, fries, vanilla shake. You can also get popcorn and candy if you want. Call me if you need help to carry it all, cell phone is on, for now." Roman gave Adam a kiss. Then watched as Adam swayed that perfect ass as he walked away.
Roman then got busy. He'd been planning all week and had, with Shawn's approval, borrowed some things from work. Roman opened the storage area behind the truck seat.
The Detective pulled out a brand new, vacuum sealed, two inch thick foam mattress. Roman opened the package and the mattress expanded. He laid it in the bed of the truck. Next, Roman pulled out four wool blankets. He used two to cover the foam and he and Adam would snuggle under the other two, later as they watched the movies. The last thing Roman took out were two brand new pillows. They could use them to lean back against.
Roman then took the speaker from its pole and fit it to the back, open window of the club cab. He could also tune in the movie on the radio, but he would wait to see if they needed it. Last time he was there, the speakers worked perfectly. Roman also preferred the old fashioned speakers, it was just drive in tradition. He soon had a nice cozy area all ready in the bed of the truck.
Roman decided he'd better help Adam carry the food and drinks and rushed off to the concession stand. When he got there, Adam was just trying to figure out how to carry all the food, plus drinks, popcorn and candy.
"Once again my savior Angel!" Adam grinned when Roman appeared at his side. Roman laughed and helped Adam carry the load of treats back to the truck.
Adam's mouth fell open when he saw the cozy area Roman had created in the back of the truck. Adam took off his shoes, he didn't want to get the clean mattress and blankets dirty. Roman did the same. The put their shoes on the tail gate. They carefully made their way to the back part of the truck bed.
After they settled in, Adam gushed. "Roman! This is wonderful. How did you manage all this?" He began to take their food out of the bags. He took extra care not to be clumsy and spill anything.
Roman laughed and took the cheeseburger Adam held out for him. "Shawn let me borrow it from the office. I thought we might as well be comfortable. Plus, even though it's nearly summer, the nights are cool." He unwrapped the burger and took a bite.
Adam leaned over and kissed Roman's mustard stained lips. "You are the most thoughtful man. So, are they alright with us... being in a relationship? Roman... my past... your career... I don't want to..." Adam was halted when Roman placed a french fry in the blond's mouth.
"Baby, stop it. I don't give a flying fuck about your past. I am sorry your life went down that path, but, don't you dare be ashamed of it. I'll be proud to have you on my arm at any work related function. Shawn and Hunter are pleased, but don't don't worry, they won't say anything to Dean or Jason..." Roman paused and gave a chuckle. He thought about all the surprises that would be revealed at their Sunday brunch.
Adam looked at Roman with an arched brow. "What's so funny.?" Was Roman laughing at him?
Roman saw the concern and confusion in Adam's hazel eyes. "I was thinking about the brunch on Sunday. Heath and Seth are going to be so happy for you... for us. They care about you so much." He gave Adam's cheek a caress.
Adam smiled in relief. "Yeah. Thanks for what you said. I am not ashamed, but I don't want your career hurt." He took a bite of his corn dog.
"Absolutely nothing about you can harm my career. Oh it's about to start." Roman gave a nod to the dancing hot dog advertisement that flicked across the huge screen.
Roman and Adam sat back against the storage box that ran under the back window, across the bed of the truck and ate their dinner. An old fashioned Disney news reel feature played and next up was a Disney Donald Duck Cartoon.
Both Adam and Roman laughed, as poor Donald was harassed by Chip and Dale. They felt like kids on Saturday morning, even Adam could remember that from his boyhood, at his grandma's house.
When the cartoon ended, the previews began. Roman used the opportunity to take their dinner wrappers to the nearby trash can. When he returned and settled back into place, Adam curled up against Roman and pulled the blanket up around them. Roman wrapped Adam in his arms.
Roman watched Adam as Lady and The Tramp came up on the screen. Adam watched the movie with wide eyed, childlike wonder. It made the former prostitute look adorable.
The couple shared soft kisses and caresses during the movie. Roman wiped Adam's tears away during the sad parts and grinned when Adam laughed at the funny parts. He held Adam close when Lady and the Tramp protected Baby Dear from the horrible rat.
When the movie ended, Adam clapped happily. He looked at Roman and spoke. "I can't believe it took this long to finally see this movie. Thank you for bringing me here." Adam leaned in and captured Roman's lips in a fiery kiss.
Roman took control of the kiss and pulled Adam into his lap. Their tongues tangled together as the passion in their kiss increased. Adam's fingers pressed against Roman's chest, as Roman's tangled in Adam's long hair. Both men let out tiny moans of pleasure. It was only when they heard a dog barking that they realized the second feature had started.
Adam remained on Roman's lap, his head on Roman's broad shoulders. Roman's strong arms held Adam tightly around the waist. They were snug and cozy under the blanket. They occasionally munched popcorn or candy and sipped their drinks.
Adam was once again charmed by the magic of Disney. He laughed and cried and laughed again. When the movie ended, he was an emotional wreck. It wasn't a bad thing, it made him feel good, because of Roman's tender care.
"Oh Roman, that was wonderful. Thank you so much, you know how much I adore dogs. I've always wanted one. I wish were just getting here. I want start the whole evening over again. It's been fantastic!" Adam gushed like a boy and gave Roman a wet smack on the cheek.
Roman smiled at Adam. "It was my pleasure, I'm glad you enjoyed it. I was afraid you'd find it... childish. I will tell you a secret. I have all of these movies. We can watch them again, or something else when we get home." He reluctantly let Adam up off his lap. They began to fold the bedding.
Adam looked at Roman. "You do? Oh yes, I would love that. Let's hurry home!" He had a bright gleam in his eyes as he helped Roman roll up the mattress tightly.
Roman buckled the straps that were attached to the mattress to hold it tight roll for storage. He stowed it and the other things in the weatherproof tool box they had leaned up against. The line of traffic had thinned out as they folded everything. It only took them a couple of minutes to be on the road.
Along the way, they saw a police car, not too far ahead, with its lights flashing on the side of the road. The officers had pulled over a car. Roman slowed down as they drew closer.
"It's Darren and Titus. I'm going to stop. Stay in this truck, do you understand me?" Gone was the kind, sweet Roman. He'd been replaced by Lieutenant Reigns. Adam nodded and watched anxiously as Roman pulled in behind the police car and got out.
The two officers were having a hard time with the apparently drunk driver. They were relieved to see Roman as he cautiously approached. Roman helped the two officers cuff and stuff the intoxicated man. It took a bit, even with Roman's help but they finally managed it.
Adam couldn't help but lick his lips as he watched, Roman's muscles flexed and strained as he helped his fellow officers, it showed how strong Roman was. Adam also noticed, that even though the drunk put up a good fight, Roman was careful and gentle with him. Titus and Darren were just as strong and careful, but Adam only had eyes for Roman; his man.
Roman shook hands with his fellow officers, but Adam couldn't hear their conversation. Roman got back into his truck. He was a bit disheveled, but unhurt.
Roman started the truck. "Good thing we came along. They had called for backup, but the other patrol car was busy. Poor guy, he will have a hell of a hang over in the morning. Why do those fools drive in that condition?" Roman growled out his last words.
Adam knew a drunk had caused the death of Roman's parents, he didn't know what to say. He simply reached over and laid his hand on Roman's thigh. Adam felt the tense muscles relax almost immediately. In silence, Roman laid his hand over Adam's and drove them home.
By the time they got to the apartment, Roman was back to his happy self. "Um... we can watch another movie, but the discs and player are in my bedroom. I usually watch them while I am relaxing." Roman looked at Adam with hope. He wanted their evening to continue.
"That's fine. I'll go change, I want to be comfy. I'll come to your room?" Adam asked. His own eyes filled with hope. He wasn't ready to end the night either.
"Great, I'll change too. You can pick the movie. See you soon." Roman gave Adam a small kiss.
Adam went to his room to change. He put on a pair of comfy sleeping pants and an extra large tee shirt. He ran a bush through his long hair. With excitement, he left his room and went to Roman's.
Roman quickly went to the kitchen. He grabbed the new bag of potato chips, two of cans of cola, and took them to the bedroom. He changed into sleeping pants and a Chicago Police Department tee shirt. His long hair hung in loose waves. He opened the drawers that held his collection of animated moves and cartoons, ready for Adam to choose.
Roman's heart banged in his chest when he heard a knock on his bedroom door. He took a deep breath and opened the door. "Hey there. You look comfy. Come on, you can pick any movie." Roman took Adam by the hand. He led his boyfriend to the open drawers of movies.
Adam's eyes went wide. Roman had every Disney, DreamWorks and Pixar movie ever made. He also saw collections of Loony Tunes, HarvyToons and others he'd never even heard of. Adam didn't know so many cartoons existed.
"Wow, Roman. You do have quite a collection. I knew you were a kid at heart. Now let me see..." Adam bent down to get a closer look as he scanned the choices.
"I like the art, and the time and effort that goes into animation. The newer computer generated stuff is good like Pixar, but nothing beats the old, hand painted movie cells." Roman was serious as he spoke of his love for animated moves.
Adam heard the real passion in Roman's voice. It was interesting to learn things like this about his boyfriend. It was as if Roman had shared a deep secret with him. It made Adam feel good to know Roman trusted him so much. Somehow, it was a more intimate moment than when they kissed. Adam would treasure and keep it in his heart; always.
Adam flipped through the movies. He stopped when he found the one he wanted. "This one. I've wanted to see it for a long time. I tried to sneak into a theater once, when it was playing, but I got thrown out before it started. I never tried to sneak in again." He hung his head as revealed more of his life to Roman.
Roman smiled and pulled the movie case from the drawer. "Beauty and the Beast is a good choice. It was one of the first with computer generated scenes mixed with hand painted." He gave a chuckle and continued. "Oh, I think nearly every kid tries to sneak in at some point; I did. I didn't get caught, or at least I thought I hadn't. Someone told Grandfather they saw me at the theater. He knew I'd been sneaky, because he had forbid me from seeing the movie. It was some awful slasher film, gave me nightmares. Grandpa said I deserved it and banned me from movies for two months! I learned my lesson." Roman winked at Adam.
Adam laughed at Roman's story and climbed onto Roman's huge bed. He made a nest for them out of the pillows while Roman put the movie into the DVD player. Adam snuggled under the covers, he was still a bit chilled from the drive in.
Roman laughed when he turned around and saw Adam with the blankets pulled up to his chin. "You want another blanket, baby?" He lifted the lid of the antique trunk at the foot of the bed.
Adam laughed. "No, just get that beautiful body of yours in the bed so I can curl up with you. He lifted up the covers so Roman could slip under them.
Roman closed the trunk lid and got into the bed with Adam. Adam curled up to Roman like a magnet. Before he wrapped his arms around Adam, Roman pushed a couple of buttons on the remote control then laid back down on the bedside table. The lamps on either side of the bed were turned down low, it was cozy as the movie began.
Roman put his arms around Adam. Adam gave a sigh of contentment and snuggled up even closer to Roman, his arms around Roman's waist. Roman's heart beat steadily as a feeling of contentment washed over him. He let out a sigh that was so deep it made his chest rumble.
"You okay?" Adam asked as the previews of other Disney moves flashed on the TV. He hoped Roman was as content as he was.
Roman kissed the top of Adam's head. "More than okay, baby. I am content. It feels so good to hold you in my arms. It's... like I'd... been missing something. I realize now, it was you, in my arms. I loved those nights at Jericho's, holding you as you slept. I just hated the reason why. Even though it's just for a little while, this is when my soul is at peace." Roman spoke softly. He hadn't meant to say so much, but, once he words started, he couldn't keep his feelings in.
Adam looked up at Roman. He gave his boyfriend a beautiful, soft smile. "I feel it too, Roman. When... at Chris' there... even then... I guess my soul knew it belonged with yours. I guess our souls knew it before we did. I wonder... no... that's silly... besides, the movie is starting." Adam nodded towards the TV as the cartoon began. Once again it was Donald Duck feature.
Roman laughed. "Same one they played at the drive in, how funny. Now, tell me, what's silly?" He gave the top of Adam's blond head a kiss, before resting his chin there.
"Past lives... maybe our souls were... together in a past life. I had a... um... someone I knew was into that kind of stuff. He talked about it a lot. Sometimes I could have almost believed it... but I know it's bunkum." Adam spoke, then snuggled closer to Roman. He wanted to relish in the security of Roman's arms.
"You can say client, baby. I don't mind. Well, my people believe that souls continue on. Maybe they do, maybe we were great lovers, or maybe we only wished we could be, but some tragedy tore us apart. Who knows." Roman's voice was serious. His grandfather had told him many stories about souls.
Adam gave a slight smile. "Maybe so, or maybe we were married and had lots of children. Our souls have searched for each other all this time. No... no... I've got it! We were young lovers, but our families hated each other, and we were forced apart. And now, finally our souls are together again." He gave a laugh, it was a fun game.
Roman also laughed. "Like Romeo and Juliet, huh? Could be. Or... maybe like Beauty and the Beast." Roman teased as the featured movie began to play.
"I am Beauty right?" Adam asked with a playful tickle to Roman's sides.
"Yes, but if you tickle me again, you will be the Beast." Roman growled, but his eyes sparkled and his lips curved into a sly smirk.
Adam stopped tickling Roman and became as still as a stone. "I'll be good." He was totally focused on the movie. He was caught up as Belle sang and danced through the little village.
Roman too, became involved in the movie. No matter how many times he watched, he always saw something new. He always wished he had a talent for art, but all he could manage were extremely crooked stick figures. It didn't really matter, he loved being a law enforcement officer.
Adam laughed when Roman opened the bag of potato chips. "I was just thinking about running to the kitchen to get those. I hope you have a drink..." He was halted when Roman cracked open a can of cola and handed it to him.
Adam shifted and sat up, cross legged. He and Roman munched chips and sipped soda as they watched the movie.
Between them, they at half the bag of chips and finished their drinks. Roman paused the movie and they took a bathroom break. When they came back. Adam curled up against Roman. Roman secured Adam in his protective arms.
Adam loved the movie and hated for it to end. He was wide awake, even though it was nearly two o'clock in the morning. He looked at Roman and spoke. He tried to keep the sadness from his tone.
"Well... I guess I should to to bed. It's been a wonderful evening, my Angel" Adam gave Roman a soft kiss.
"Oh, well... okay. I was gonna ask if you were up for another movie. I'm still kind of wired. Nothing to do tomorrow, so we could sleep in... but if you're tried, I understand, baby." Roman returned Adam's kiss.
Adam's eyes lit up. "I'd love to watch another movie. I just thought you might be tired. I'm wired myself. I didn't want to be rude. Yeah, I'd already decided I was taking a study free weekend. The test is on Wednesday. I will study Monday and Tuesday, but I feel ready. If I cram too much it will confuse me. You pick the movie this time." He stretched his long, lanky body lazily, Adam's shirt rode up a bit.
Roman couldn't help but notice Adam's graceful hip dents and tight stomach muscles. Quick as a flash of lightening, Roman bent down and blew on Adam's belly. It made a loud "raspberry" sound.
Adam laughed as Roman's lips vibrated against his his skin and tickled him. He tried to turn away from the tickling lips, but Roman held him down with a firm but gentle touch.
Roman's mouth kept playfully assaulting Adam's bare belly. He loved the sound of Adam's angelic laughter, and the beautiful smile on his handsome face.
"Roman... enough... please... so... ticklish..." Adam could hardly speak, he was out of breath from so much laughing.
Roman stopped. He looked down at Adam. The beauty's long hair was fanned out across the pillows, his hazel eyes had darkened and his eye lids were half closed. Adam's milky white teeth added to the glorious smile that made his entire face glow, as it flushed. Adam's chest rose and fell rapidly, as the tried to catch his breath. At that moment, Adam Joseph Copeland was the most beautiful creature on earth.
Adam looked up at Roman. The Islander's long hair fell over his shoulders and framed his handsomely chiseled face. Roman's eyes were dark and sparkled with fire. His muscular chest rose and fell as he regained his breath. But what captured Adam's heart the most was the smile that graced Roman's face. At that moment, Roman Joseph Reigns was the most handsome creature on earth.
The couple looked deeply into each others eyes. Adam lifted his arms up to Roman. Roman took the invitation and lay back down on the bed. He captured Adam's lips in a slow, burning kiss. Adam put his arms around Roman's body. He slid his left foot across the bed until his leg bent at the knee and rested against Roman's hip.
As Roman slipped his tongue into Adam's eager mouth, he placed his hands in the golden silk of Adam's hair. Adam's hands caressed Roman's back. The kiss deepened as did their desire for each other. Movie watching was out of their thoughts.
Their tongues tangled together as they kissed. Adam had the warmest, silkiest mouth Roman had ever encountered. Not that there were that many he could compare with. It didn't matter anyway, Roman never wanted to kiss anyone but Adam ever again.
As Roman's tongue caressed against his, Adam was glad Roman had been his first kiss and wished he'd never let Bret kiss him. As far as Adam was concerned, he'd never let anyone but Roman kiss him again; ever
Roman wanted so badly to feel Adam's skin. His hands wandered down to the hem of Adam's tee shirt. His knuckles brushed against Adam's warm skin. He felt the muscles beneath his fingers twitch at the touch.
Adam shivered with delight when he felt Roman's hand against his skin. He too, wanted to feel the older man. His own hands slid down Roman's cloth covered back. When he got to the hem, he mirrored Roman and let his knuckles rub against the Islander's bronzed flesh. It felt like the fire of desire.
With a soft moan, Roman pulled his lips away from Adam's. His hands now caressed Adam's face, his touch was a light as a feather. Roman looked deeply into Adam's eyes. The heat in his groin sent a warning to his kiss addled brain. He had to stop now, before he took advantage of Adam, something he refused to do.
"Baby, this is in danger of going too far. I have to stop, before I... take advantage of you." Roman's voice was a caress against Adam's ear.
Adam looked just as deeply into Roman's dark eyes. "It's not taking advantage... if... or.. don't you want to? Am I too... tainted? I understand... I know... I am used..." He hated the words that came out of his mouth, but it was his great fear.
Adam was afraid, that this is where his past would catch up with him. Roman had been wonderful so far, but maybe this was finally too much. Roman deserved someone pure, someone untainted; someone good.
Roman frowned deeply, he stopped the gentle caresses and held Adam's face a bit firmly. "Stop it, Adam. I will say this one more time, and it's the last time, so listen good and hear me. I. Don't. Care. About. Your. Past." He spoke so firmly each word was a sentence.
Adam opened his mouth to speak, but Roman stopped him. "Wait, let me finish. The reason I stopped was, if I didn't, I would rip your clothes off and make love to you. I promised myself, I would not be the one to decide, if or when we have sex. I want the choice to be yours. I don't want to ever hurt you or force you into something you aren't ready for. I know sex with you will be mind blowing. I want you so badly... but... I will wait for you; forever if I have to. Do you finally hear and understand, Adam. I... love you." Roman finally admitted what he knew was right. He had fallen head over heels in love with Adam.
Adam's eyes opened so wide, they looked like dinner plates. His mouth fell open and then closed, as he tried to speak. He felt the wetness as tears rolled down his cheeks to his temples. Roman... loved him.
"You... you... love me?" Adam's words were finally able to find air. He was stunned, thrilled and scared at the same time. On thing Adam was sure of, if Roman said it, it was the truth.
Roman smiled. "Yes, I do. I've felt it for a while now. Enough for me to know, you are it for me. Where we'll get to, I don't know, but I hope you will take the journey of discovery with me.
Adam swallowed hard. "I'm scared, Roman. I've... love was taboo in my world. But, I have... I... I... love you too, as more than just a friend. I'll take the journey with you, side by side. I'm also excited, it's new and wonderful. You make it wonderful. There's something else. I want..." He hesitated and looked up at Roman.
"What do you want, baby? You want the moon? I'll get it for you, somehow. Tell me, darling, what do you want?" Roman whispered over Adam's lips like a poet.
Adam drank in Roman's words like a drunk, and he was drunk, drunk on Roman Reigns. He never, ever wanted to be sober again. He placed his hands on either side of Roman's handsome face.
He spoke in a breathless whisper. "Make love to me, Roman. Not sex, but show me... what making love is like."
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