Oscar watched the casino lights shine as he people cheered and groaned, continually putting money on the line. That's what he loved about Vegas. Giving up everything was normal.
He took another sip of his drink, letting out a sigh. He didn't look up as a tall, skinny man sat next to him at the bar.
"Sex on the Beach," the tall man told the bartender. Oscar raised an eyebrow. This man's accent wasn't from around Las Vegas. Maybe a New Yorker?
"Can I help ya?" the tall man asked.
"Huh? Oh, no," Oscar said, turning back to his drink.
"Names Anthony. You?"
"Oscar."
Anthony nodded. "Nice to meet ya. I'm visiting Vegas from New York."
So he'd been right.
"How're you liking it?"
Anthony shrugged, running a hand through his blond hair. "It's okay. Big casinos, good drinks, plenty of gambling."
"Not your usual scene?"
"Nah. Usually keep to myself."
"I see."
About a week later, the two men had spent more time together than Oscar had though possible. He was almost sad to see him go.
"Well, it was a pleasure being with you this week Anthony," Oscar said as Anthony finished packing the last of his bags into the taxi.
Anthony smiled. "Same to you, Oscar. I hope you take me up on my offer and visit New York sometime."
"I'll see what I can do. But for now," he held out a hand, "till we meet again."
He waited for Anthony to shake his hand but was surprised when the taller man hugged him. Oscar smiled and hugged him. Oscar smiled and hugged him back.
Anthony pulled away, a smile on his face. "Until we meet again, Oscar."
He got in the taxi and Oscar waved goodbye as it drove away, taking away the only man he honestly enjoyed the company of.
Ladies, gentlemen, and those who identify with neither, welcome to Huskerdust week. If you don't like Husk x Angel, don't read them. There will be one shots every day this week. I also have a special Radioapple story planned for Valentine's.