Going the Distance

Chapter 7

Brian gave Justin a few hours to settle down before calling him to see how he was feeling. He was still a little confused by what had brought on Justin’s sudden attitude change, but he needed to make things right again. Ben had told him he could use the car if he needed to, but he figured he’d wait to see if Justin was even willing to see him. Justin answered on the third ring.

“Hello?”

“Hey, it’s me.”

“Brian,” Justin sighed. He’d been dreading the call.

“Sorry to disappoint you,” Brian replied dryly.

“No Brian, I didn’t mean for it to sound like that. I’ve been waiting for your call. I just don’t know how to apologize for acting like such an ass earlier.”

“Apologize? Justin, you don’t have to…”

“Yes I do. Once Daphne got me alone and I told her what happened, she laid into me. She told me I was being an asshole for no reason and to get over myself.” Justin couldn’t help but smile at the memory of Daphne’s tirade.

“I knew I liked that girl. I‘ve got Ben’s car. Would you like to take a ride somewhere so we can talk?” Brian suggested.

“Yeah, that sounds good.”

“Okay, I’ll be there soon,” Brian told him before hanging up the phone.

Twenty minutes later Brian was knocking on the door. Jennifer Taylor answered it moments later.

“Brian, come on in. Justin’s waiting for you out back,” she said in a cool manner.

“Thanks,” Brian replied, feeling the coldness coming off her. He followed her through the house and found Justin sitting outside by the pool.

“Hey,” Brian said as he approached him.

“Hey, that was fast. Look, my parents are kind of giving me a hard time about going out. Is it okay if we stay here and talk?” When Brian didn’t reply right away, Justin assumed that Brian wasn’t okay with the idea. “Or we can just talk another time.”

“No, it’s okay. We can talk here. I just really wanted to be alone with you,” Brian explained, seeing Justin’s unease.

“See Brian, this is what I was upset about earlier. We’re too different. You’re a college student, getting ready to start a new life while I’m stuck here with my parents, having everyone take care of me. I can’t even come and go as I please like other eighteen year olds. It’s not fair of me to try to hold you back,” Justin said softly, trying to be strong when inside his heart was breaking.

“Justin, you wouldn’t hold me back. Besides, I’m a big boy and I think I’m intelligent enough to make my own decisions. You know about my home life and what I lived through; knowing you, having you to turn to has been the highlight of the last eighteen years. Hell, I moved across the country just so we could be together. You can’t bail on me now over something as trivial as you being blind,” Brian replied, taking Justin’s hand in his.

“But…”

Brian silenced him by kissing him softly, letting his lips linger for a few moments. When he pulled back he saw a bight smile appear on Justin’s face.

“Are you sure?” Justin whispered.

“Without a doubt.”

Justin leaned forward and found Brian’s waiting lips, kissing him quickly before pulling away. “Let’s go for that drive.”

“But what about your parents?”

“Fuck ‘em,” Justin laughed. He grabbed Brian’s hand and led him into the house. “Mom, I’m going out for a little while. I won’t be gone too long,” he called.

“But Honey,” Jennifer whined as she appeared in the foyer.

“I’m going, Mother.” Justin’s tone left no room for argument.

Jennifer glared at Brian before replying, “Okay, just don’t be gone too long.”

Once they were settled in the car, Brian drove to an abandoned farm house a few miles away that Ben had told him about. All he really wanted was to spend so time alone with Justin. He stopped in the driveway and killed the engine, walking around to the other side just as Justin was getting out of the car.

“Brian, where are we?” Justin asked curiously, hearing the silence of the evening.

“It’s an old farm house that Ben told me about. He said it was a great place to go to be alone. Hang on while I go get the blanket out of the trunk.”

“Remind me to thank Ben later,” Justin laughed nervously, thinking about finally being alone with Brian.

Brian heard the nervousness in Justin’s voice and tried to reassure him. “Relax Justin; I’m not going to attack you. I just wanted us to be alone.”

“I know; I trust you,” Justin replied as he allowed himself to be led away from the car.

Brain laid the blanket out on the grassy lot and helped Justin to sit down before plopping down along side of him. It was so peaceful and quiet there and Brian felt content; something he hadn’t really felt before. His thoughts were interrupted when he heard Justin’s timid voice.

“Brian, will you kiss me?” he asked tentatively, surprising himself at his boldness.

Brian could see the apprehension in Justin’s face through the glow the moon cast over them and knew it was what he wanted too. He leaned in gently and brought their mouths together in a soft kiss. He tried to hold back some of the passion he felt, but when he heard a small moan in response, he deepened the kiss, easing Justin on to his back while seeking entry with his tongue; entry that he was immediately given access to.

After a few moments, Brian pulled back slightly and watched Justin’s face for signs of discomfort or fear as he lightly trailed his hand down Justin’s chest and stomach before coming to rest on his waist. Hearing Justin’s sigh sent shock waves through his body causing his cock to stir. “Is this okay or do you want me to stop?”

“No, don’t stop. I like it when you touch me,” Justin replied shyly.

Brian took Justin’s mouth again as he slid his hand down further, gently grazing his growing bulge through the fabric of his jeans.

Justin jumped at first contact but soon found himself arching up, needing more. He’d never been with anyone before and the feelings that were coursing through his body at Brian’s touch were causing his head to spin. Without giving any thought to what he was doing he reached down and placed his hand on Brian’s crotch, recoiling when he felt Brian pull back quickly.

“Did I do something wrong?” Justin asked quickly.

Brian couldn’t help the small chuckle that escaped. “No Justin, you didn’t do anything wrong. It’s just that I’ve been dreaming about touching you for so long that I don’t want to rush things. If you touch me right now, I’ll end up exploding like a twelve year old who just found the art of masturbation.”

“Oh,” Justin whispered.

“Just lay back and enjoy what I’m doing to you,” Brian urged as he began unbuttoning Justin’s jeans. “And tell me if you want me to stop at any time, okay?”

“Okay.” Justin barely had time to reply before feeling Brian’s hand touch him for the first time.

Brian pulled Justin’s cock out of his jeans and began stroking him, enjoying the sounds he was eliciting from the blond. He sat up quickly and grabbed Justin’s jeans, asking him to lift up before gently pulling off the interfering article of clothing. Once they were discarded, he covered Justin’s body with his own, kissing him deeply once again. Then he began to kiss a path down Justin’s body, taking time to stop and give attention to each nipple, before making his way down to the leaking cock. Taking it back into his hands, Brian licked the hard member up one side and down the other, and then took it deep into his mouth.

“Oh God, Brian…” Justin muttered incoherently, overwhelmed by the heat that was racing through him.

Brian heard Justin’s mumblings and smiled slightly, wanting to give Justin as much pleasure as he could offer. He continued his ministrations, alternating between licking and sucking while rolling Justin’s sac around in his free hand. Feeling Justin quivering underneath him and his moans growing in urgency, Brian picked up the pace and was soon rewarded when he felt the impending orgasm hit, shooting Justin’s load into his mouth which he eagerly drank. Once he was done and Justin was licked clean, Brian crawled back up the almost lifeless body and kissed Justin softly, allowing the blond to taste himself on his tongue.

“Are you okay?” Brian smirked to himself.

“I’m not sure. That was incredible, Brian,” Justin sighed. “I want…I don’t know how…”

“It’s okay Justin. Tonight was all about you. I’m not going anywhere and I plan on us spending a lot of time together in the future,” Brian assured him.

“Are you sure that you…”

“Yes I’m sure and you don’t even think about suggesting that we don’t see each other. Got it?” Brian asked sternly, a hint of laughter in his voice.

“Yes Sir!” Justin teased.

For the next hour, Brian and Justin continued to lay side by side kissing, talking and just being happy to be together. Brian finally broke the spell, wanting to get Justin back before his parents sent out a search party. When he pulled up in front of the Taylor house, Justin turned to him, wanting to say so much.

“Brian, I really am sorry for everything. I just don’t want you to miss out on anything or feel obligated to stay with me out of pity. When you came out here you had no idea that I couldn’t see; I would have understood if it was too much for you.”

“It’s not, Justin. I don’t do pity and I don’t feel obligated to anyone. I’m here because I wanna be. If that changes, you will be there first to know, but for now let’s just see what happens, okay? No more talk about pity.” Brian could see a small smile begin to appear at the corners of Justin’s mouth.

“Okay, as long as you’re sure.”

“Justin…”

“Alright, alright, you’re sure; I get it.” Justin laughed. “I better get inside before my mother comes out and drags me in. Thank you for tonight. It was the best night of my life.”

“It’s only the beginning,” Brian assured him as he pulled him in and kissed him tenderly. “Now get out of here before I steal you away again.”

“Promises, promises,” Justin teased as he got out of the car and made his way to the house.

Brian watched him go, fighting the urge to help him inside. He knew how independent Justin wanted to be when he was at home, so he just watched from the car until Justin was safely inside then drove away, smiling to himself as he went.

A few weeks went by with Brian and Justin spending as much time together as they could. Brian’s classes started and he’d found a part time job working in a book store a few miles away from the campus. With the money he had in his saving plus the promise of a weekly income he was finally able to buy a cheap used car and enjoyed the freedom of being able to get away without having to find transportation.

Justin began to realize just how strong his feelings for Brian were and lived for the times that they shared. His parents were still on his case every time he went out, but he blew them off and did what he wanted. He was eighteen years old and blind or not, he was old enough to make his own decisions.

One night, while he sat in his room waiting for Brian to pick him up, his mother came in claiming that they needed to talk.

“If this is about Brian, save it. I’m not going to stop seeing him because you’re uncomfortable with me having a life of my own.”

“This isn’t about Brian, Honey. We have to talk and it’s pretty important,” Jennifer replied as she sat down on the bed beside her son.

Justin could here something in her voice that told him something was wrong and began to panic. “What is it, Mom? Is everything alright?”

“Oh yes, everything is fine. I didn’t mean to worry you. I uh…got a call from Dr. Stevens today,” she said softly, waiting for him to acknowledge what she was saying.

“Mother…”

“Just hear me out, Justin. He thinks there might actually be a new procedure that will help you. They’ve had wonderful success with it in Europe and it’s just now being introduced in the States. He said you’d be a prime candidate for it, even though it’s still experimental here.”

“We’ve been over this all before Mom. I’m done with surgery. I’m blind and I’ve learned to accept it. I think it’s time you have, too,” Justin stated angrily.

“I have accepted it, Justin, but if there’s something that they could do to change things, I don’t think you should rule it out without even considering it.”

“I can’t do it again, Mom. I can’t hope for a miracle cure anymore. It’s too hard when it fails and I’m just not going to put myself in that position again.” Justin was so tired of having to explain his feelings over and over again. He just wanted everyone to leave him alone.

Jennifer saw the determination in Justin’s face and sighed. She knew his feelings on the subject, but Dr. Stevens really believed that this time things might turn out differently. It was the reason she approached him to begin with. Hating what she was about to do, she knew it was time to use the one person who might make Justin see things in a different light. “What about Brian?”

“Brian?” Justin asked in surprise. “What does Brian have to do with this?”

“Come on Justin, I know how much you care about him. Don’t you think that things would be better for both of you if you could see?” She felt terrible using his feelings for Brian that way, but she really wanted him to give the procedure a chance and if this was the only way to do it, then what choice did she have?

“Brian cares about me the way I am. He’s okay with my being blind,” Justin assured her, his mind reeling at her words.

“I’m sure he is, but imagine how it would feel to be able to see him. To be able to go to a movie with him, or watch the sunset…”

“Brian should be here any minute. I’m going to go wait outside for him,” Justin replied quickly, jumping up and heading downstairs, away from his mother.

Jennifer watched him run away, hoping that she didn’t push too hard. She only wanted what was best for her son and she was willing to do whatever it took to make him see that.

Brian pulled up in front of the Taylor house and was surprised to see Justin pacing the porch waiting for him. He climbed out of the car and approached him, realizing that something was wrong. Justin hadn’t even heard him coming.

“Justin?”

Justin jumped at the sound of Brian’s voice. He’d been so lost in thought that he hadn’t heard Brian arrive. “Let’s get out of here.”

Brian followed Justin to the car and helped him inside, noticing Jennifer watching them from the front window. He had originally planned on going to grab something to eat, but sensing Justin’s upset, he drove to the farm house so they could be alone. He shut off the car and waited for Justin to speak, but when nothing was said, Brian got out of the car and grabbed their blanket, figuring that he’d make them as comfortable as he could. He had a feeling it was going to be a long night. Once they were settled and it was apparent that Justin wasn’t going to say anything, Brian began to start prodding.

“Okay, so are you going to tell me what’s wrong?”

“No,” Justin snapped.

“No?”

“No, it’s none of your fucking business,” Justin replied.

“I see. I guess the fact that we’re together means nothing. I’m just here to keep you from getting bored.” Brian tried to hold back the hurt he was feeling at Justin’s words.

Justin sighed, knowing that he wasn’t being fair to Brian. “I’m sorry; I didn’t mean that. I’m just upset and taking it out on you.”

“Glad I could be of some service,” Brian teased, trying to lighten the mood. “Now why don’t you tell me what has you so upset and maybe I can help?”

Justin took a deep breath before he began. “My mother came to talk to me right before you got there.”

“Is she still giving you a hard time about seeing me?”

“No…actually, she used our relationship against me tonight.”

Brian was confused. “Okay, how about if you start at the beginning.”

“Dr. Stevens called her today and told her about a new procedure that has been helping people in Europe. It’s now ready to be tested here in the states and he thinks I’m a good candidate for it. He thinks it might bring my sight back,” Justin explained quietly.

Brian held his breath, waiting for Justin to continue. The thought of him being able to see again could be exciting, but he remembered their conversations where Justin had said that he was tired of it all; tired of getting his hopes up only to be let down again when nothing worked.

“I know she only wants what’s best for me, but I just can’t do it again. I can’t put myself in the position of being let down again. Is that being selfish?”

“No Justin, it’s not being selfish. It’s your life that is the most affected by all of this. You need to do what’s best for you and whatever it is, I’ll be here for you no matter what,” Brian assured him. “How was it that she brought me into all of this?”

“She said that things between us would be better if I could see.”

“What did you say to that?”

“I told her that you care about me the way I am and that you’re okay with me being blind. Was I right?”

“Yes, you were.”

“But…”

“No buts…I do care about you the way you are. It’s your decision and your decision alone,” Brian said softly.

“I know, but I want to know what you think. How do you feel about me refusing the procedure?” Justin asked hesitantly. He wasn’t sure if he wanted to hear Brian’s answer.

“Truthfully?” Brian saw Justin nod his head and continued. “I’m not sure. A part of me understands why you are so against it; I’d hate to see you be disappointed again.”

“And the other part?” Justin pushed.

“I’m sorry Justin, but then there’s the other part; the part that wants you to see so badly. I want you to see the sunrise and set, I want you to see the leaves change colors in the fall, I want you to see everything you’ve missed out on in life; but most of all I want you to see how I feel about you. I want to look into your eyes when we make love for the first time and know that you’re looking back at me.” Brian sighed at his admission. “How’s that for being selfish?”

“Wow,” Justin whispered, his voice choked with emotion.

“But it doesn’t matter. It’s still your decision and I’m going to be here either way. Whatever you decide, I’m not going anywhere,” Brian insisted, needing Justin to understand that he was being honest. As much as he wanted Justin to be able to see, he would honor his wishes regardless.

Justin’s head was spinning over everything they had said and he needed to be alone with his thoughts. “Brian, will you just take me home now? I’m sorry, but I just need to think.”

“Yeah, let’s go,” Brian replied, standing up and pulling Justin to his feet.

Eventually that were back outside Justin’s house and Brian wanted to reassure him again how much he cared. “I meant what I said, Justin. It’s all your decision. I’m not going anywhere.”

“Thanks Brian, I think I needed to hear that. Call me tomorrow?”

“Of course.” Brian leaned in and kissed Justin deeply before watching him walk away looking so dejected. He wished there was something he could do to make everything all better, but he know that his hands were tied. Justin had to work it out on his own, and all Brian could do was wait to see what the outcome was.


End of part 7
9/15/04

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