24. Chapter Eighteen
Chapter Eighteen
He Knows How To Make Me Smile
Luke
I haven’t seen Kaden in almost three weeks, and it keeps getting harder. I’ve been working every day of the week getting the final details ready for the opening at the end of the month. Most nights I’m not walking in my door until after midnight. I would’ve asked Kaden to come over some nights but knowing I wouldn’t be able to keep my hands off him, it’s a sure-fire way to not get any sleep. If we didn’t have to work early every morning it wouldn’t be a big deal. I’m trying to hold out until Lanie’s birthday knowing I’ll see him then, but with him sending me selfies like the one I’m staring at, I don’t know how much longer I’ll last. This one is of him in bed last night, shirtless, on his side half asleep looking at the camera. Caption reads ‘this could be your view right now if you were here.’ He has no idea how much I wish I were there.
“Stop making googly eyes at your boyfriend’s sexting pics,” Gabe says over my shoulder standing where I’m seated at the bar.
I lay my phone face down on the bar next to the paperwork I was supposed to be working on. “It wasn’t a sexting pic you dickhead.”
Gabe takes the seat next to me. “So, you haven’t sexted after not seeing each other for three weeks? What the fuck, man? You like torturing yourself? Send him a fucking dick pic, I guarantee he sends one back.” He wiggles his brows and gives me a shit-eating grin.
“You know just because you like unsolicited dick pics doesn’t mean everyone does, right?”
“Fine, tell him to send me the dick pics and I’ll make good use of them.”
“Stay away from Kaden’s dick or you’ll have to find a new best friend along with some new teeth.”
“Oooooohhhhhh, getting possessive already. I can’t wait to meet him on your birthday. This is going to be so much fun.”
I invited Gabe to Lanie and my birthday hang out at The Garden. I told Jackson not to make a big deal about it being my birthday, too. Well, my birthday is the day after Lanie’s on March 4 th , but Jackson said he’s starting a new tradition for us to celebrate our birthdays together since he plans on marrying her. My jaw dropped to the floor when he said that to me. He’s known the girl for two months and he thinks he’s ready to marry her. I’m trying to convince myself this is simply another one of Jackson’s impulsive moments. Only time will tell, so I’ll entertain his whole shared birthday party tradition. As of now, he hasn’t told anyone it is my birthday, or I imagine Kaden would have said something already.
“Gabe don’t fuck with me around Kaden. I won’t be held responsible for what happens.”
“Man, chill. I’m not going to hit on your guy.” He gets quiet for a minute while I get back to the papers in front of me.
“You really like him, don’t you?” Gabe genuinely asks with interest.
“Yeah, I do. It easy with us. We haven’t technically spent a lot of time together but between texts and phone calls I’ve gotten to know a lot about him. He’s funny and witty. He’s sexy as hell in spite of not trying to be. We like the same foods and movies, even sports. I mean, how many gay guys like hockey, besides you of course?”
“Uh Luke, have you actually seen how hot hockey players are? Trust me, plenty of us watch hockey, especially the warmups.” He fans himself, overheating thinking about it.
I shake my head at him, “Yeah I guess some of them are kind of good looking.”
“Yep, you got it bad.” Gabe slaps my shoulder and saunters off towards the kitchen.
“Hey,” I call after him, he turns to listen. “Do you think you can stick around for the servers’ training sessions with Jessica on Saturday? I want to take the day off.”
“Of course. Have a good time, buddy.” Gabe nods with a knowing grin and turns back onto his path.
I text Kaden as soon as Gabe is out of sight.
Hey sexy. I cleared my schedule for Saturday.
Do you want to join me and veg out on the couch, watching mindless shows all day with my arms wrapped around you?
Please say yes so I don’t have to come kidnap you.
He reads it as soon as its delivered. Dots pop up right away. I hope that’s a good sign.
As much as I want to, I have plans this weekend already. Ender has been really down lately, and Connor saw his favorite band is playing in Atlanta this weekend.
He got lucky and was able to get us some tickets.
So, we made it a weekend trip. We’re leaving tomorrow and coming back on Sunday.
My stomach cramps up. Why did I wait until the last minute? Of course, he has plans. What do I expect, him to wait at home for me.
Okay, no problem. I’ll try and make some time next week. Have fun and stay out of trouble *winky face emoji*
Well, there goes that idea. Guess I’ll be cuddling with Fred all day. My phone chirps again.
Can I make it up to you?
I smile, knowing he wants to see me, too.
How?
I stare at my phone, burning a hole through it waiting for his response. There aren’t any dots popping up either. A few minutes pass still nothing. I sigh and set the phone back down on the bar.
I continue with my paperwork, trying not to obsess why he didn’t respond. My phone finally chirps again. I unlock the screen and see what’s in the chat from Kaden, my heart rate spikes and my cock swells to life.
I quickly turn to make sure no one is around, then pick my phone back up. The selfie Kaden sent, his phone must have been propped up and set on a timer because both his hands are very occupied. He is lying on his bed, completely nude on his back. One hand is teasing his nipple while the other is wrapped around is hard cock, thumb over his slit. His head is on his pillow, tilted towards the camera, allowing me to see his hooded gaze and parted lips, tongue peeking out ever so slightly between them.
I take a few deep breaths and palm the bulge trying to spring free from my jeans. I save the pic to enjoy a little further on a later date and start typing a response.
I’m not sure if you’re trying to make it up to me or kill me right now. *big eyes emoji* *eggplant emoji* *hot face emoji*
If I was trying to kill you I would have sent you a video.
I start to type out a typical smartass reply when I hear the swoosh sound of an incoming message and a video pop up in the chat.
Fuck. Me.
Don’t hit play. Don’t hit play. Don’t hit play.
I hit play and hold the phone to my chest, obstructing anyone else’s view. I lower the volume all the way as soon as I hear his heavy panting.
Kaden touching himself has to be the sexiest thing I’ve ever seen. His hand that was pinching his nipple in the picture is now fondling his balls while he fucks his fist with enthusiasm. The veins in his neck and forearms clearly defined making them more enticing.
My cock is aching in my jeans. I have to push the heel of my hand down to try to relieve some of the pressure building up. I glance around to make sure no one came into the room. Thankfully, it’s getting late and only a few of the kitchen staff are still here working with Gabe. I turn back to my phone in time to see Kaden shoot his load all over himself.
Thinking the video was ending, I go to close it, stopping when Kaden swipes his fingers across his stomach. He brings them to his lips, smearing his cum over them, then swiping it up with his tongue.
Just call a fucking hearse for me now.
I don’t think I’ve ever walked so fast in my life, my direct path to the back-office Gabe and I share. Locking the door behind me I prop up the phone in front of the guest chair on the desk and press play again. I undo my jeans and rip my cock out of its jail cell giving it the room it desperately needs and jerk myself until I come in tandem with Kaden this time. A low growl leaving my throat watching his tongue swipe up his… my cum from his lips.
I’m attempting to restore my breathing back to normal when a knock on the door startles me.
“Hey asshole open up.” Gabe’s voice demands from the other side of it.
“One sec,” I rush to answer, grabbing some tissues from the box on the desk. I was in such a hurry to relieve the ache in my balls I didn’t think about preparing for the mess I was about to make. I wipe myself up as much as I can and throw them in the basket next to the desk. Shoving my dick back in my pants as I walk to the door, Gabe starts to knock louder this time.
“Geez I’m coming what’s your deal, man?” I respond exasperated, opening the door for him.
Gabe looks at me wide-eyed, an evil smirk plastered on his face. His gaze falls from my face to my shirt hem and back up. “I guess the dick pic worked, huh?” The fucker laughs but then his eyes get caught on something behind me.
I turn to see what he’s staring at, “Shit.” I scramble to the desk and grab my phone, shoving it in my pants pocket. The fucking video ended going back to the beginning waiting to be played again with Kaden’s fisted cock in full view.
Looking back towards Gabe his shocked expression now turned to elation. “Video, even better. You might want to take the time to remove your shirt next time though.” He laughs again, pointing to my shirt where I’ve made a mess of myself.
“Fuck you, asshole. Out!” I chuckle pushing him fully out the door, slamming it behind him. His boisterous laugh echoing down the hall as he retreats.
My phone chirps and I realize I never responded to the video.
Did I really kill you?
I’m alive, barely. Had to find some privacy and made a mess of myself. Thanks for the break but when I finally get to see you again your ass will have my handprints burned into it by the time I’m finished with you.
Don’t threaten me with a good time. Guess you’ll have to take a day off and prove it to me. *face with stuck out tongue and closed eyes emoji*
In the middle of responding to his continued bratty behavior, my phone rings. Kaden’s number appears on the screen.
“Hey.” My voice is barely audible when I answer the call, relaxing back in the chair behind the desk.
“Hey back.” Kaden sounds tired. “Sorry you made a mess of yourself.”
“No, you’re not, but nice try. Nothing to be sorry about anyway. It was a nice present,” I smile as if he can see it.
“Yeah? Am I forgiven for turning you down for the weekend plans?”
“It’s fine. It’s my fault for not trying to make plans sooner. I’ve been so busy I haven’t had much time to breathe nevertheless have a personal life.” I sigh, stretching as if talking about it makes my body need rest.
“Is that why Fred isn’t used to sharing you?”
“Hmmm you were paying attention.”
“Always.”
Hearing his voice alone relaxes me. I want more.
“Would it be crazy for me to tell you how much I want to come see you right now?”
“No, because I think I want you here more. Maybe we’re both crazy.”
“Will you be awake in half an hour?” I silently pray he says yes.
“I wouldn’t fall asleep now if my life depended on it.” Kaden makes me a promise. It lights a fire in me.
“See you soon, Angel.”
“See you soon. Drive safely.”
I gather my keys and some things I will need for the morning to work on and head out the door. I stop by the kitchen to check on Gabe and one of the managers still here with him.
“Hey, you okay here? Alright if I leave? I don’t need Saturday off anymore.” I add the latter part, so he doesn’t think Kaden being in my life is going to interfere with my responsibilities as his business partner.
“Yes. Go spend time with your guy. Have some kind of personal life for once.” Gabe knows how solitary I’ve been for years. He’s tried really hard to make me see I could have a personal life while pursuing my dream. I’m glad I never let him convince me, I wouldn’t have met Kaden if he had.
I make it to Kaden’s apartment a little after 11 p.m. I’m hoping he hasn’t fallen asleep. I know he gets up early to go running every day making him have an early bedtime. I knock lightly on his door. When it opens it feels like the loaded weight I’ve been carrying on my shoulders suddenly disappears. Kaden answers the door, sleepy eyed in a pair of baggy bed shorts and nothing else.
He doesn’t even wait for me to come in and steps into me, wrapping his arms around my neck and nuzzles into the crook. I follow his lead, letting him fall into my arms, inhaling his scent and kissing him on the head.
“You look really tired. Let’s get you to bed.” He gives me a little whine that makes my ears tickle.
I start walking forward with him still in my arms. It winds up being too awkward with him walking backwards while half asleep. I do the next best thing, grabbing him by his ass lifting him up to carry him. He instinctively wraps his legs around me. Kaden’s head falls to my shoulder, his lips planting a kiss at the base of my neck. It’s still not easy carrying him with Kaden being a fairly big guy and me not knowing where his bedroom is but I manage to get us there in one piece.
I tap his ass signaling him to release his grip around me in order for me to set him down on the bed. He doesn’t get the hint. I kneel on the bed slowly lowering us both together, sliding the covers away. Once we’re both lying down safely, I kick my shoes off and pull the covers back over us.
Kaden finally releases his grip around my waist, his leg probably uncomfortable underneath my side. I roll to my back and pull him in tight against my side, his head resting on my shoulder, arm and leg slung over my body.
Any sign of tension and stress in my mind and body fall away. Feeling the warmth of his body through my clothes and the soft sounds of his breathing by my ear relaxes me like nothing I’ve ever experienced. My last thought as I drift off to sleep…
Peaceful.