Ben
“T hey won’t want me here,” Sutton said, as I took his hand and lead him down the path towards the lodge. The weather had gotten cooler, and we’d settled in to a quiet, domestic pattern.
“If you’d let me tell people about us, they’d be expecting you. And they’d know how great you are.”
“We can’t. My father might…” He shuddered and I squeezed his hand, trying to reassure him. “Look, I know I have to deal with my dad some time, but not yet.”
I didn’t want to push, but I hoped like hell he’d work up the courage to tell his dad soon. “All right. Well, if you want to go back home, you can. But weddings are so romantic, and I don’t know. I just want my boyfriend there.”
“I do look sexy in this suit,” he said after a moment. “It’d be a shame to waste that.”
I laughed, slapping his ass. “It would, brat.”
The crisp autumn air nipped at my skin as we rounded the corner and the camp’s lodge came into view. It was lively for this time of year. Instead of standing empty, like it often did in the off-season, the sound of laughter and chatter was spilling out onto the path, ready for the wedding of two of my close friends: Aiden and Jay.
Sutton looked around, his nerves momentarily forgotten. “We should talk to Matt about this. The camp property could be used beyond the summer. Think of the additional revenue stream.”
I smirked. “I’m glad you are enjoying the internship.”
“Working with Matt and your stepdad is really enjoyable. The project really means a lot to me, and I don’t know what Matt said to my dad, but he’s been leaving me alone. And even Elliot has been fun to reconnect with.”
“In a non-romantic way, though,” I said firmly.
Sutton had the grace to look appalled. “Of course it’s not romantic! I belong to you.”
He stopped a few steps outside the lodge, and I followed his gaze to see he’d spotted Parker and Ravi.
“Do you want me to pull them aside and explain everything to them? I think they’ll love you once they understand,” I said quietly.
“No.” He tucked his chin in, staring at the ground. “No, this is Jay and Aiden’s big day. I just want to risk a confrontation.”
“Baby, you can’t always avoid confrontation.”
He smirked at me. “I can try.”
"!" Parker exclaimed, abandoning the group to pull me into a bear hug. "Dude, it's been too long."
I returned the embrace, chuckling. "Good to see you, man." Releasing him, I turned to Ravi, who greeted me with a warm smile and a firm handshake.
"It's wonderful that you could both make it," I said.
Ravi’s gaze flickered briefly to Sutton, who hovered a step behind me, and he raised an eyebrow, but before he could ask, the music paused, and Matt came on the loudspeaker and made an announcement that the ceremony was about to begin.
Parker shot us a curious look as everyone found their seats, and I was a little glad that Sutton and I were on Jay’s side, while Parker Ravi were on Aiden’s. Sutton slid in close to me, our thighs pressing together, but didn’t do anything to show affection outright. Even here, he seemed to fear that his father’s people might be watching. I felt a surge of protectiveness as he sought my touch, and I folded his hand between two of mine, holding him steadily as we both watched for the two grooms.
The lodge was transformed into a vision of rustic elegance. Strings of twinkling lights illuminated the rough-hewn beams, casting a warm glow over the gathered guests. A beautifully decorated archway stood at the front, where Aiden and Jay would soon exchange their vows. Soft, melodic music filled the air, setting the tone for the intimate celebration.
As the ceremony started, I watched Sutton's body slowly unwind, his shoulders relaxing as he took in the tender scene unfolding before us. Aiden and Jay stood facing each other, their eyes shining with love and adoration. Their vows, spoken from the heart, were a beautiful testament to their unwavering commitment.
As my friends exchanged rings, I stole glances at Sutton, marveling at the way his expression softened, the tension melting from his features. He sat transfixed, his gaze fixed on the couple as they pledged their love. I noticed his grip tightening on my hand, and I responded by lacing our fingers together.
"Someday, that could be us up there," I murmured.
Sutton's eyes widened, and I saw the corners of his mouth turn up. “I’d be sexy as hell in a tux,” he whispered, and I bit my lip to stifle a laugh.
“This is why I wanted you to come,” I whispered. “I wanted you to see this, to see everyone supporting these two men who love each other. It’s worth the awkwardness, isn’t it?”
He didn’t answer, but his fingers tightened around mine. As the ceremony ended and the crowd erupted in applause, the intimate spell was broken. Sutton and I reluctantly pulled apart, and I watched as he put on a brave face, his walls going back up.
I gave his hand a gentle squeeze, silently letting him know I was there for him, no matter what. Then, I turned my attention to the rest of our friends, eager to celebrate Aiden and Jay's union.
"Congratulations, you two!" I exclaimed, pulling Aiden into a warm hug. "That was such a beautiful ceremony."
Aiden beamed, his eyes shining with happiness. "Thanks, man. We're just so grateful to have you all here to share this day with us."
I hugged Jay, giving him a sincere smile before turning back to Aiden. "You're a lucky guy. Jay is one in a million."
"Don't I know it," Aiden replied, his arm snaking around Jay’s waist possessively. Both of them eyed Sutton, as if waiting for me to explain things, but when I said nothing, they moved on. One day soon, our relationship would be out in the open, and I’d be able to share the happy news, and introduce them all to the real Sutton.
As the reception kicked into full swing, Sutton stayed a few steps behind me. It was odd to see my usually outgoing boyfriend trying to blend into the background. Sutton loved nothing more than to be the center of attention. But here, he hovered on the fringes of the group, his eyes darting around nervously.
"You doing okay?" I murmured.
Sutton nodded, but I could see the uncertainty in his eyes. "Yeah, I'm fine," he replied, his voice barely above a whisper. "It's just...a lot, you know? And what if someone takes a picture of me here?"
I nodded in understanding, giving his hand a gentle squeeze. “Your father won’t find out.” Silently, I wondered what would be so bad if Sutton’s dad found out. Sure, there’d be drama, and a blow up, but then we’d be done with this fear forever.
As the music swelled and the party guests began to take to the dance floor, I decided to give Sutton a much-needed distraction. Tugging on his hand, I pulled him close, wrapping my arms around his waist.
"Dance with me?" I asked, my eyes sparkling with a mischievous glint.
Sutton's looked around the room suspiciously.
“We’ll stay in a dark corner. You can wear sunglasses and a fake mustache if you need be.”
Rolling his eyes, he held out my hand and let me lead him onto the dance floor. I wrapped my arms around his waist and yanked him close, making sure to stick to the back corner, where the lighting was terrible. I looked up into his eyes, marveling at the way the soft lighting highlighted his features, the way his body fit so perfectly against mine.
He sighed. "Seeing Aiden and Jay up there, declaring their love in front of everyone was so beautiful. I never thought I'd see something like that. And dancing with you, with all of these people around. No one minds it, you know?"
I laughed. “People are pretty used to seeing couples like us, sweetheart. Love is love, right?”
He leaned in, pressing his forehead against mine, and I could feel the slight tremble in his hands as he spoke. "It made me realize that maybe, someday, you and I..." His voice trailed off, but the implication was clear.
“I pictured it, too,” I whispered. “And I know exactly what I’d say to you, my sweet boy.”
“Fuck, I love you,” he said roughly. “All the awkwardness with Ravi and Parker is worth it to dance with you. I never thought I’d have any of this, and even one dance…” He trailed off, blinking as his eyes went glossing. “It means a lot to me.”
Suddenly, I needed to kiss him like I needed to breathe, and I looked around the lodge, spotting the door to Matt’s office. I grabbed Sutton’s hand and pushed the door open, tugging him through it before capturing his lips with mine, pouring all of my love and adoration into the kiss. Sutton responded eagerly, his fingers tangling in my hair as we lost ourselves in the moment. When we finally broke apart, both of us were breathless, our cheeks flushed with desire.
"I love you," I murmured, pressing a feather-light kiss to the corner of his mouth. "So much."
“I need you,” he whispered.
I slammed him against the wall, knocking over a small lamp in my desperation to kiss him roughly. He moaned, submitting to me, his cock hardening against my stomach.
We stumbled through the dark office, stopping to kiss by Matt’s desk, still groping each other, the sounds of the reception drowning out our desperate moans. I devoured his mouth like a starving man, shoving my hands up under his shirt.
"Sutton, baby," I breathed, my hands roaming hungrily over his body. "I need you so damn much."
Sutton's eyes were dark with desire as he gazed up at me, chest heaving. "Please.”
That was all the invitation I needed. I crashed my lips back against his, our tongues tangling in a fierce, messy kiss. My hands found the hem of his shirt, tugging it upwards as I pressed my palms against the heated skin of his back.
Sutton arched into me, hands fumbling with the buttons of my own shirt. We shed our clothes hurriedly, desperate to feel skin on skin. The moment our bare chests met, I let out a guttural groan, the contact sending sparks of electricity through me, and I went for his belt, shoving his pants down, needing to get to his cock.
I backed off to move a stack of papers off of the leather sofa in the corner of Matt’s office, shoving Sutton down onto it. He looked up at me, flushed and breathless, and I couldn't resist capturing his lips in another searing kiss.
Our bodies pressed together, all heat and need and barely-contained passion. I trailed my lips down the column of Sutton's throat, nipping and sucking at the sensitive skin, eliciting soft whimpers of pleasure from him.
"," Sutton gasped, fingers digging into my shoulders. "Please, I need you."
I could feel the tension coiled tight within Sutton's body, the wild need that mirrored my own as I straddled his hips. Our cocks were slick with our own pre-cum, as they slid together in a frenzy of desperate passion, the delicious friction sending sparks of pleasure racing through me, precum making the glide of his hot skin against mind deliciously smooth.
Sutton's back arched, head thrown back in ecstasy as our kisses grew more frantic, more demanding. The cabin was filled with the sounds of our ragged breathing, the slick slide of skin on skin, and the occasional whimper or moan that escaped our lips.
"God, you feel so good," I growled, nipping at Sutton's lower lip as I rutted my cock against his, fucking him wildly. I couldn’t get close enough to him, and his arms were wrapped tightly around my waist, holding me exactly where I wanted to be. I could feel my orgasm building, a tidal wave of sensation threatening to crest.
Sutton's fingers dug into my back, urging me closer. ", I'm...I'm close," he panted, bright eyes blown wide with desire. “I want to come like this.”
I quickened my pace, chasing that exquisite release. "Let go for me, baby," I murmured against his skin. "Come all over my cock. I've got you."
With a choked cry, Sutton's body tensed and then shuddered, his warm release spilling over my cock, making the slide against him all the more delicious.
“Fuck, your cum feels good, baby,” I groaned, rutting roughly against him as he bucked beneath me, crying out my name. The sight and feel of of him unraveling against me undid me, and I followed right after, shuddering through my own intense orgasm.
Collapsing bonelessly against Sutton, I couldn't help the breathless laugh that escaped me. "Matt’s gonna kill us if he finds out we fucked in here.”
“Worth it, though,” he said smugly.
With a final, soft kiss, I reluctantly pulled away from Sutton, cleaning up the mess we’d made with some tissues. As I gazed down at him, disheveled and utterly debauched, a surge of fierce protectiveness washed over me. I helped him fix his tie, careful that he didn’t look too disheveled, then led him back out to the reception.
The festivities were in full swing. Aiden and Jay were twirling together on the dance floor, lost in their own little world. Parker and Ravi were laughing over by the bar, drinks in hand, clearly madly in love. I wanted to share that I’d found love, too, but I decided to accept Sutton’s decision. Now wasn’t the time to talk to them.
Sutton seemed far more relaxed, the tension in his shoulders easing as he took in the scene. Gently, I tugged him towards the dance floor, wrapping my arms around his waist and pulling him close.
"See? Nothing to worry about," I murmured, swaying with him to the soft, romantic melody. Sutton's arms circled my neck, and he rested his forehead against mine, a small, content smile playing on his lips.