Day 2! Firsts! This one was really fun to write. Well, I always have fun writing fanfics! Review? :)

Niff Week, Day 2: Firsts

"Nick, honey, are you almost ready? Jeff's going to be here any minute!" Nick heard his mother call up the stairs. He smoothed out the wrinkles in his nice shirt, checking himself in the mirror for the one hundredth time in the last hour.

"Yeah, mom, almost!" he called back. He picked a piece of lint off his blue shirt. Jeff said blue makes his eyes seem brighter so now Nick wears the color as much as he can. Nick makes sure he didn't get any of his dog's white hair on his black pants before going over to slip on his shoes. He sits on his bed, taking a deep breath. Nick can't believe it. He's actually going on his first date. With Jeff. The guy that's been his best friend for ten years. How did this all happen?

Nick sat in class on Wednesday just doodling some random drawings on his notebook. Jeff sat next to him and observed his artwork.

"Whatcha doing, Nicky?" He asked, placing his chin on Nick's shoulder. Nick just shrugs.

"Just doodling…" Just then Nick's eyes widened in horror. He noticed that in the top corner of his paper he doodled his and Jeff's names together in a heart. He was screwed. He tried to discreetly cover the drawing with his hand but it was too late.

"It's okay, Nicky, I already saw it," Jeff told him, smiling at him.

"Y-You did?" Nick asked, blushing furiously. Jeff smiled.

"I did. And you know what?" Jeff replied.

"What?" Nick asked, nervously.

"I was going to ask you out on a date for this Friday and I was extremely nervous. But I'm not so nervous anymore," Jeff smiles as he kisses Nick's shoulder. Nick beams although still blushing.

"R-Really?"

"Yes, really." Jeff smiles warmly and honestly. Nick can just feel the butterflies in his stomach. Jeff's always made him feel that way. And Nick has always made Jeff feel that way. Ever since the first day they met in preschool. Jeff gets down on one knee in front of Nick and takes his hand.

"Nicholas Duval, will you do me the honor of accompanying me to dinner and a movie on Friday night?" Jeff asks, putting on his best smoldering look. Nick can't help but giggle at his best friend's proposal.

"I would love to, Jeffery Sterling," Nick replies, brushing his thumb against Jeff's knuckles. Jeff grins and sits back in his chair, pulling Nick into a huge hug. This was going to be the best date.

Nick was lost in his thoughts when he was interrupted by hearing the doorbell ring. Jeff was here. He felt his stomach flip and he stood up, beginning to pace. What if he messed this up? What if Jeff found that he didn't like him that way? Then something caught Nick's eye. On his bulletin board there was pinned up a picture that was drawn for him a long time ago. He smiled when he saw the picture. In the bottom corner was written in preschool handwriting "Jeff". He smiles and touches the picture that his best friend drew for him on the day they met. Suddenly all his doubts were gone. He checked himself out in the mirror once more; making sure his hair was okay before opening his door and heading downstairs.

Jeff looked up as heard footsteps descending down the stairs. Then he saw him. The most beautiful person he had ever seen in his life. His Nick. He couldn't help the wide smile that spread across his face like wildfire. He looked gorgeous in his dark blue button up shirt and black slacks. Classic yet elegant. Jeff thought he looked like nothing compared to Nick. His red button up and black slacks as well. Nick clearly looked better. But Nick thought just the opposite. He thought he should just run up to his room and find a completely different outfit. But he didn't. He didn't dare leave the boy in front of him for fear of him running off.

"You look incredible," Jeff said, taking in Nick's appearance even more. Nick blushes.

"Thank you. You look quite handsome yourself," Nick replies, walking towards Jeff. Jeff beams in response.

"Shall we?" Jeff says, holding his hand out to Nick.

"We shall," Nick replies, putting his hand into Jeff's. "Bye. Mom!" he calls.

They can barely hear her reply because they're too busy staring at each other and giggling over nothing. Jeff opens the car door for Nick as he scoots in, Jeff scooting in behind him. Since they're both only fifteen and can't drive yet, Jeff's older brother Logan had offered to drive them to the restaurant. From there they could walk to the movie theatre and Logan would meet them when the movie was over to drive them home. Jeff kept a hold of Nick's hand in the car, never wanting to let it go. There wasn't any conversation in the car. Nick and Jeff knew anything they said would get turned around and used against them in some sexual way by Logan. They were used to it but didn't really feel up to it for their date. Nick leaned in let his head rest on Jeff's shoulder. Jeff smiled and rests his head on Nick's. When they finally arrived to the restaurant Logan told them he'd pick them up afterwards and they said their goodbyes. Jeff led Nick into a nice restaurant and gave the hostess his name. When the hostess saw the two holding hands she smiled and led them to their table. They decided what they wanted quickly and ordered as soon as the waitress came around.

"Very good, I'll be right back with your drinks," the waitress told them before scampering off, leaving the two boys to just stare into each other's eyes for a while.

"I'm so happy you said yes," Jeff finally said, breaking the silence.

"I'm glad you asked," Nick said back, smiling. "Can I ask you something?"

"Anything, Nicky."

"H-How long have you liked me?" Nick asked, nervously, though unsure of why.

"Well," Jeff began, "remember that day where we played with blocks, drew pictures for each other and slept while holding each other?"

"That was the day we met, Jeff," Nick said. Jeff smiled.

"Yeah, I know. That's when," He said, smiling even wider. Nick couldn't help but smile in return, blushing slightly.

"Same for me, Jeffy." He finally responded. Jeff beamed at his best friend. He knew they were made for each other. There wasn't a doubt in his mind.

Soon the food came and they talked about casual things between bites. The subjects changed from their third grade teacher to what prank Jeff just pulled on Logan that morning. It was so easy between them. It always had been. Once they were finished eating and Jeff paid, much to Nick's protest, they stood up and joined hands again.

"To the theatre?" Nick asks.

"To the theatre," Jeff answers.

They walk to the theatre, the whole time holding hands. They got some stares from people, but they don't care. Nothing can ruin this perfect night. Nick buys the tickets, stating to Jeff that it was only fair. And they decided to split the costs of snacks. Once inside the theatre, they pick a spot in the back row. There aren't many people in the theatre since this particular movie has been out a few weeks. They sit close together, placing the popcorn on the empty seat next to Jeff. Once the movie starts, Jeff wraps his arms around Nick, holding him close to his side. Nick smiles and buries his head into the crook of Jeff's neck. They sit there like that for a while, completely content with holding each other. Nick cranes his neck up a little to look at Jeff. Jeff's eyes are on the screen but he's hardly paying attention to the movie. He looks down to Nick and smiles and whispers, "Hey beautiful." Nick giggles and buries his head back into Jeff's neck. Jeff smiles and places his hand under Nick's chin to tilt his head up. Nick looks into his eyes and smiles. Jeff leans in slowly and softly presses his lips to Nicks. They both saw fireworks behind their closed eyelids. They pull back after a minute and look at each other.

"Wow," is all Nick can manage. Jeff nods in agreement.

"Yeah…wow," he says before pressing their lips together once more. Neither boy could tell you what happened in the rest of the movie. Their eyes were closed and their lips were busy. They were finally forced to break apart when the lights came on, signaling the movie was over. The groaned, knowing they won't be able to do this again tonight. Maybe just a quick peck goodnight. It's better than nothing though. They stand up and walk outside, hands still intertwined. They don't see Logan's car yet so they lean against the front of the building. Nick quickly wraps his arms around Jeff because it's cold outside. Jeff smiles and snuggles into Nick's chest. Just as Nick leans in for a kiss a horn blares, making them jump away from each other. Jeff looks over towards the car that honked and sees Logan behind the wheel cracking up, earning him a glare from both teenagers. They quickly climb into the back of the car, eager to get out of the bitter air.

"Not. Funny. Logan." Jeff says, still glaring at his brother. Logan just laughs and shakes his head in amusement as he pulls out of the parking lot and towards Nick's house. When they finally arrive, Jeff walks Nick up to his door. They walk slowly, not wanting this to end.

"Tonight was perfect," Nick says, finally reaching the doorstep.

"Absolutely perfect," Jeff agrees, smiling.

"Goodnight," Nick says, leaning in for a kiss.

"I love you," Jeff says before Nick's lips meet his.

Nick pulls back, eyes wide at first but them just smiles brightly.

"I love you too, Jeff."

Jeff grins and leans in to peck Nick's lips. Nick pecks back but then feels Jeff pull back all too soon.

"Goodnight, my love," he says as he walks away. Nick watches him get in the car before walking into his house and closing the door behind him. He grinned to himself and slid down the wood of the door. He could hear his little sister screaming in her room, probably because she got sent to time out or something. But he didn't care. There was only one thought that kept flowing through his mind.

Nick and Jeff were in love.

First date. First kiss. First time they said 'I love you'. Niff 36 :)