I woke up with triumph, and Benny and I exchanged awkward glances while blushing as we said our goodbyes. I was excited to tell Sarah. I got on some regular clothes and ran to her house. I knocked on her door rapidly, and happily. She answered with surprise.

"Wow, Ethan. You seem...excited." I smiled and jumped.

"I know, because I am. I'll tell you if I can come in."

"Okay." She opened the door, allowing me to come in, and she led me to her purple room. I sat down on the rug.

"So, what are you so excited about Ethan? Did something happen with Benny? Tell me everything." Sarah too now looked excited.

"Okay. So Benny came over yesterday, as always, but he forgot two things. His pillow and his blanket. So, he asked if we could share the bed." Sarah's eyes took on a new light. She was eager to hear what happened next. I continued.

"So, of course I said yes. Then, he got cold, so I did what I knew would make him warm. I tightly wrapped my arms around him. He layed his head on my chest and we snuggled closer. Then, I-I." The suspense was killing her.

"Yes?"

"I. Kissed. Benny. And he kissed back. Then we snuggled and fell asleep that way." Sarah practically exploded. She squealed and jumped up and down like she had just won the lottery. She took my hands in hers, he voice high with excitement.

"Oh my God! Ethan! That's great! I'm so happy for you! You and Benny are totally together now. Awww, you're going to be together forever."

"Thanks, Sarah. I'm really excited, too. I can't wait to see Benny today. He's coming back later. We don't have school 'cause it's Saturday. Maybe we'll have some fun." I smiled. Sarah smiled, too. I was really happy. I didn't stop smiling all day. I couldn't even if I had tried. I was smiling like a dork in love, because I was one.

Benny came over later. He had a loose-fitting striped blue polo on. He was wearing his skinny jeans with it, and frankly, he looked adorable. I could tell that he was still shy about last night, because a soft pink hue lit up his cheeks and didn't fade. He stuttered a hello and placed his bag on the floor. I realized how funny it was because Benny always made such suggestive comments, and now that he actually had kissed someone, he was extremely shy about it. Ten more cuteness points for him.

"Hey, Benny." I found myself blushing, too. I hadn't expected it. I had felt so confident. I guess Benny just made me weak in the knees. And from the way his legs were inwardly bent, I guessed I did the same to him. I had placed my box of comics on the ground earlier, and in my unexpected surge of shyness, must have forgotten about it, because I fell toward the ground, coming out of my reverie. Benny caught me, but lost his balance, too, and I fell on top of him, both of us blushing. My dad decided to pick the most opportune time to open the door. He saw me on top of Benny and I knew what he was thinking.

"Oh, come on, I always come in on the worst things! First that night on videochat, then this morning, then this. Geez, in the middle of the room? They could at least get on the bed first..Benny's the guest, after all. . Is Ethan so eager that he can't even wait, and be nice and let Benny get on the bed first? Manners, Ethan!" He then closed the door and walked away, leaving the two of us very confused and embarrased.

"Hey, Ethan.."

"Yeah, Benny?"

"Um, not th- that it's unpleasant or anything, but..you're still on top of me." He was blushing and looking away from me, revealing his shy side.

"Oh, yeah..Sorry." I got off of him and helped him up, realizing just how light he was. I think he weighed less than me.

"Benny, if you don't mind me asking, how much do you weigh?"

"Oh, 130 pounds." My jaw dropped. His blush faded for a moment.

"Really? I weight 135."

"That's not bad or anything."

"But you're like 5 inches taller than me!" He shrugged.

"Well, I would kind of like to go to the fair. Would you like to come with me? I mean, I don't think I could go on the rollercoaster by myself, and.." The blush returned.

"Sure. I would love to. It sounds like fun."

We made our way to the fair. We payed the fee and waited in line for the rollercoaster. Neither Benny nor I thought we could stomach the bigger, faster rollercoasters. We shared cotton candy, and held hands on the rollercoaster. We came to the ferris wheel. Benny was a bit nervous about the height of it, but I coaxed him into going on it with me. When we got on, he was okay, but as soon as we got closer to the top, he shut his eyes hard and held onto me for dear life. I told him it was okay and kissed his cheek real quick. I was being careful about the public's reaction. He held my hand as we went down the last time. When we got off, he smiled at me. We were still holding hands.

When we got back to my house, he looked at me for a moment, blushed, and then kissed my cheek. I kissed his, and he thought for a moment, and I knew what he was going to do. I beat him to it. I kissed him on the lips, and he kissed back. Bringing the wonderful day to a close as the sunset came over, the moon was full and we put our noses together, looking into each other's eyes, savoring the moment. I opened the door for him, and when we got in the room, to make sure no one heard, I whispered.

"You don't have to worry about Sarah. She already knows."

"She does?"

"Yes, to tell you the truth...I've been crushing on you for two months, now, just fantisizing about being together." Blushing, Benny kissed me softly.

"I had been a bit conflicted for a while. That night I got in a fight with those jocks and you kissed me before I fell asleep..I realized I did like you, but I realized also that I didn't just like you. I realized that I love you, too. I love you, Ethan."

"I love you, too, Benny.I have, for only a short while, but it felt so good when we finally made contact. When we first kissed. It was heaven." We stared lovingly into each others eyes.

"Ethan. What is it that you love about me? I don't understand." I took his hand in mine.

"Well, let's see. You're the funniest, sweetest person I've ever met. You're so shy, and adorable. Your lips taste like candy, and your eyes are beautiful. You're so innocent and open, yet shy. You're really refreshing, and when I need you, you're always there. I love everything about you, Benny. Is that an acceptable answer?" He seperated his hand from mine, and I worried I had somehow upset him. Then, he picked upi my hands and put them around his waist, coming to a hug, as he wrapped his arms around my neck.

"Absolutely."