Bram and Simon have been unofficially dating for two weeks. They hadn't made it offical yet, but Simon figured they would become offical soon. Simon was relieved to see that Bram and Victor got along since he couldn't see a future with Bram if they didn't.
Simon was sitting in the Starbucks that's under his apartment building. His good friend, Leah, was coming into town this weekend. Since she lives in Atlanta so she can attend Georgia State University, they rarely see each other. Simon kept looking down at his phone, waiting for news on Leah's arrival.
He looked up and saw Leah enter the building. He could tell that she was having a hard time spotting him. "Leah," Simon called out. Leah turned around and started to walk in his direction. They met in the middle and shared a hug. "How have you been?" Simon asked as they pulled away.
"I've been doing great," Leah said. "How about you? How is Victor doing?"
"He recently broke his arm, but other than that he's been doing well," Simon said. They ordered their drinks and then sat back down. They start to catch up on everything they've missed in the past three months.
"Are you seeing anyone?" Leah asked.
"That reminds me of something I wanted to talk to you about," Simon said. "But I want it to stay between us for now. Can you promise me that you won't tell anyone until I'm ready?"
"Of course," Leah said.
"I'm attracted to guys," Simon confessed. "And I've been seeing this nice guy for a few weeks, and he gets along with Victor. He's going to be going us for dinner tonight. Please, say something."
"I don't know what to say," Leah said.
"Are you surprised?" Simon asked.
"A little bit," Leah said. "But I want you to know that I still love you, and I support you."
"Thanks," Simon stated, as a smile grew on his face.
"No problem," Leah said. "And I want to know all about this guy you've been seeing."
"Well his name is Bram," Simon stated. They then drink their coffees as Simon tells Leah all about Bram.
A few hours later, Simon and Ivy were in the kitchen, preparing for that night's dinner. Bram, Leah, and Penny were joining them for dinner. They were having tacos and chips and salsa. "I came out to Leah today," Simon said as he cut up a tomato.
"Really?" Ivy asked. Simon nods. "How did she react?"
"She was shocked but ultimately supportive," Simon answered.
"I'm proud of you," Ivy said.
"Thank you," Simon said. There was then a knock on the door. Simon walked to the living room and opened the door. He saw Bram was on the other side. "Hi, Bram."
"Hey Simon," Bram said. He then opened the door more so Bram could come inside. "I was wondering if I could talk to you in private for a moment? It won't take long."
"Sure," Simon stated. He told Ivy what he was doing, and she gave him a thumbs-up as she made the cheese dip. They stepped into Simon and Victor's bedroom. Simon closed the door and sat on his bed. "So what did you need to talk about?"
"I was wondering if you wanted to make things offical," Bram said. "We've been going out for a while now, and I've really enjoyed our time together. So, Simon Spier, will you be my boyfriend?"
A smiled grew on Simon's face. "I would love to be your boyfriend," Simon answered. Bram returned the smile before kissing Simon on the lips. Simon enthusiastically kissed back. After about ten seconds, they pull away.
"How do you think Vic is going to react?" Bram asked.
"He seems to be pretty open-minded," Simon said. "He seems to be accepting of Ivy and Penny. As he gets older and learns more, he will probably have a few questions. I will do my best to explain things to him when that day comes."
Bram nods before they share another kiss. They then step out of the bedroom, holding hands.