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Jeff awoke slowly blinking in the light. His eyes focused on the face in front of his. Nick's brown eyes were glowing.
"Glad you're awake, sleepy head." Nick spoke softly, a playful smile on his face.
"Morning Love," Jeff yawned placing a kiss of Nick's cheek. "How did you sleep?"
Nick just settled himself more comfortably against Jeff's bare chest. "Really good, I never got cold."
"Well that's good," Jeff wrapped his arms around Nick keeping him as close as possible, his finger lightly tracing his spin. "You know how beautiful you are right now?" A soft halo of golden light outlined his head.
Nick sighed softly. He looked up at Jeff and lightly placed a kiss on his lips. "You are perfect. I love you."
"I love you too Nick."
They both lay in content silence enjoying on another's warmth. "Jeff?" Nick's voice was nervous.
"Yeah Nicky?" Jeff lightly stroked Nick's hair off his face. His voice was worried. "What is it?"
"It's just that... I really wanted my first time to be with you but... Then Adrian..." Nick's voice gave way and he started shaking.
"Shh, Nick you don't have to talk about it," Jeff soothingly stroked his boyfriend's back.
"I want to Jeff. I want to be with you like that... Just nicer," Nick trailed off uncertainly.
"Nick I love you, and I will do whatever you want whenever you want. I don't want to push you or pressure you. Adrian hurt you badly not just physically, but emotionally too. I know that, and I don't want to do anything you aren't comfortable with," Jeff pulled Nick's chin up and looked at him earnestly. "I promise I won't ever hurt you. I want to help turn all of those bad memories into good ones. You don't deserve what happened. I want to make it all better because I love you."
Nick blinked the tears from his eyes and buried his face into Jeff's chest. "Never leave me."
"I won't, but does getting groceries count? Because we are out of snacks for our mini fridge," Jeff had a playful smile on his face.
Nick gave a watery smile in return. "No it doesn't. Go get us some delicious snacks."
"I will," Jeff slowly sat up stretching ad he did. When he got out of the bed he looked around for clothes to wear. He and Nick had fallen asleep in just their boxers the night before. He looked at Nick who was laying tangled in the blankets, a peaceful expression on his face, he gave Nick a small smile. "I'll be back in a few."
Jeff walked through the snack aisle of the nearby grocery story, eyes were scanning the shelves trying to find the best foods that could be easily stored in a dorm room. He felt his phone vibrate in his pocket, pulling it out he saw a text from Nick.
Chocolate chip cookies please? 3 - N
Jeff laughed at the text.
As if I could forget one of your favourite snacks! I got some -J
He quickly typed out his response as he kept walking forward. He felt himself collide with another person, and quickly apologised.
"Sorry, I didn't mean too. I wasn't-" Jeff froze and looked up and saw Adrian looking down at him.
"Paying attention, I know. Busy talking to our dear Nick?" Adrian's face was void of all emotion.
Jeff narrowed his eyes dangerously. "Nick doesn't belong to you in any way."
"I beg to differ, but maybe we can talk somewhere a little more private?" Adrian leaned back on his heels. His eyes scanned over the blonde's body, resting in some places longer than necessary.
Jeff took a step back. "Fine," He spoke shortly. "I'll just buy this stuff then we can talk about this. Maybe in a more civil manner then last time."
"Oh yes last time..." Adrian started walking towards the check out. "Come on Blondie. I'd like to spend some time," He paused looking for the right words. "To discuss things."
Jeff went and paid for the few snack items he had grabbed. Watching Adrian from the corner of his eye he paid the lady at the cash. Jeff grabbed his recite, and turned away walking toward Adrian.
"We go to some cafe and talk to each other in a civil manner," He lowered his voice to a growl. "Even though I would love to punch your face in for what you did to Nick."
Adrian cocked his head, carefully studying Jeff. "You know when you growl like that it's really hot," He turned into the nearest cafe. "I can only imagine how you would sound in bed." When Jeff glared at him the taller brunet just laughed.
Jeff walked up to the counter and smiled brightly at the barista. "Can I please have a medium salted caramel latte?"
"Of course. May I have your name so we can call you when it's done," She smiled sweetly. Jeff noticed her bright blue eyes and golden hair. She was extremely pretty.
"Jeff Sterling."
"Your order will be up shortly."
Jeff stood to the side while Adrian ordered a large coffee. He scanned for an empty table in the crowded cafe, somewhere they wouldn't draw attention, or be overheard.
A call of "Jeff Sterling!" drew his attention; grabbing his coffee, he waited for Adrian to grab his. When they both had their drinks they headed to a two person table in the back corner. Sitting down, Jeff glared over at Adrian.
"Will you cut that out? Your glares are getting really annoying," Adrian ran a hand through his oak brown hair.
"Well I'm sorry," Jeff spoke, sarcasm dripping off his voice. "You're right. I have no right to hate you after you forced sex onto my boyfriend and practically tried to kill me."
"You were in the way. I just wanted to... talk to Nick."
"Is that why you're back, to claim Nick as some sort of prize?" Jeff's eyes glinted, and his hand flexed. "Because Nick isn't yours, he isn't mine, he belongs to himself, damn it! You should just leave him alone."
"A prize?" Adrian leaned back, temporarily lost in thought. "I wouldn't say that. You defending him, and his defending himself it takes away the fun."
"Wait," He hesitated, hazel eyes flickering around. "He was just a game to you?"
"Pretty much," He stood up chair scraping backwards. "I'm done here. Time to move somewhere else."
"Just like that you're leaving?"
Adrian didn't answer. Jeff stood up, shaking his head in annoyance and he went after him.
"You come back just to see if you can play around with Nick and mess him up even more?"
Adrian spun around, his eyes dark. Jeff froze, and took a quick step back.
"I told you I'm done here. Now head back to your prep school and go pamper your little princess of a boyfriend." With those as his last words Adrian left the cafe.
Jeff shook himself out of his shock. He pulled his phone out and quickly called Nick. He raised the phone to his ear and walked out of the cafe. After one ring Jeff heard Nick's familiar voice.
"Hey Jeff, what's up?" Nick's voice was bright.
He smiled at his boyfriend's voice. "I just wanted to tell you that I love you."
There was a pause on Nick's side of the line. "I love you too Jeff. What brought this on?"
"I just really realized how amazing you are, and how lucky I am to have someone as great as you in my life."
"Jeff you're great too," He could hear Nick's smile in his voice. "Are you going to be back soon?"
"Yeah I will. Just one thing, since we technically haven't been on a full date I'm taking you out tonight."
"And where were you thinking of?"
Jeff grinned, "It's a surprise!"
Nick laughed on the other side of the line. "Fine. How should I dress?"
"I'll tell you when I get back."
"Okay Jeff, just be back soon."
"I will I promise. See you soon... Love you."
"Bye Jeffy, love you too."
Jeff hung up his phone, and slid it in his pocket. He walked back the way he came. When he past a jewellers shop he hesitated. Looking in the window an idea formed in his mind. Pulling the door open Jeff entered to store to the jingling of bells. He gazed around in wonder at the glittering of the jewellery. His eyes landed on a glass case holding engagement rings.
"Hi," Jeff walked up to the counter. "How much to buy a promise ring?" The man at the cash, who looked around 30, looked over at Jeff, his name tag read James.
"Depends on what you want," James walked over to him. "Who do you want it for?"
Jeff hesitated for a moment. "My boyfriend Nick."
James smiled at him. "I got one for my boyfriend back in high school. It's a great idea."
"So you can help me?"
"Yes I can. Now what are you looking for specifically?"
"It needs to match him perfectly," A serene smile was on Jeff's face. "I think I have an idea..."