Mason ran up the stairs to collect his belongings, Johnny followed. "Johnny, I'm so sorry," Mason apologized. Johnny was astonished. He thought they were alone, obviously not. And, why was Mason saying sorry?
Johnny cradled Mason in his arms. Instincts. "Mason, it's not your fault." They hugged for a while.
"I'll write to you Johnny, I love you." Mason said, he started to leave the room. Johnny held on to the younger boys arm. Johnny kissed Mason's fore head.
"I love you too,"
