What A Difference A Year Makes
Chapter 7
"Brian?"
"Yeah," Brian said into the phone at the loft. "Is this Hunter?"
"I I need to ask you something."
Brian could hear the worry in Hunter's voice. As a result he joked, "Calling for some advice about sex?"
There was a long pause. "Something like that," Hunter finally replied.
"What's going on, Hunter?"
"I have a favor to ask you."
"No, I will not be your first."
"Asshole, you know I've had plenty of guys."
"Or they've had you."
"That too," Hunter admitted. "But this is different."
"It must be that little number you brought to Justin's party. What was his name Nick?"
"Yeah, his name is Nick." Hunter knew there wasn't much that Brian missed.
"So what do you want, Hunter?"
"You know the treehouse?"
"You mean Gus' treehouse?"
"Yeah, that one."
"What about it?"
"Um do you think um do you think ?" Hunter's voice trailed away.
"Where's the smart mouth kid I know so well?" Brian tried to encourage Hunter to explain himself. He had some idea what was coming, but he thought it best to let Hunter get it out in his own way.
"He's still here, but he's kind of scared and embarrassed."
"Fuck!" Brian reacted. He didn't like where this was heading. He was no good at dealing with children. "Just spit it the fuck out."
"Nick and I we're getting um kind of serious."
"No shit!"
"And I think we're ready to you know."
"Fuck?"
"Yeah, that but it will be more than that. It's kind of like my first time. I've never done it with someone a guy that I really cared about," Hunter said hoping he didn't sound totally pathetic.
"Ah, a virgin."
Hunter snorted. He knew what Brian was trying to do. "In some ways."
Brian knew Hunter was serious and he sounded upset. Brian decided he had kidded around enough. "Do you two know what you're getting into?"
"I think so. We've talked it over, and we've waited this long but I think we're ready."
"And he knows you're positive?"
"It was one of the first things I told him."
"That's good. I'm glad you're both being responsible about this."
"We're trying."
"So where does Gus' treehouse come into this?"
"You know the problem," Hunter said with a sigh.
"You mean the fact that you live with Claire and Nick lives with his parents?"
"That would be the problem."
"So you guys need a place to fuck," Brian stated deciding to help Hunter out.
"Yeah."
"And you thought the treehouse would work?"
"Well, we could do it in the back of my truck or in the fucking barn "
"Hey, that barn holds fond memories for me. Don't diss it."
"I wasn't dissing it, but it's not very romantic."
"It depends what you do with it," Brian declared thinking of some of the things he and Justin had done up in the loft of the barn. Maybe he had a thing about lofts.
"We can argue the merits of the barn or you can give me permission to use the treehouse."
"Why are you asking my permission? You could just use it and I would never know."
"But I would. You guys fixed it up real nice, and we could use the fireplace. It would be romantic." Hunter held his breath waiting for Brian's reply.
"So you want romance."
"It would be nice," Hunter admitted.
"Why the fuck does everyone want romance?"
"Aw, come on, Brian. You do romantic when you want to."
"Okay, the treehouse is yours," Brian said not liking the turn this conversation was taking. "The canisters for the fireplace are in that cabinet in the barn. Take two in case you decide to stay all night."
"Thanks, Brian," Hunter breathed.
Brian could hear the relief in Hunter's voice and also the smile that he was sure was on Hunter's face. "Enjoy the treehouse and clean up when you're done."
"You're so fucking anal," Hunter laughed, finally sounding like his usual self.
"That's me, Mr. Anal," Brian chuckled. "Oh, and Hunter?"
"Yeah."
"Make sure you have the best quality condoms."
"What?"
"You know, don't skimp; buy the best condoms. No old ones that you've had in your wallet for years."
"Fuck, Brian, I wasn't using condoms most of the time. I don't have any old ones."
"Oh, and use lots of lube."
"What are you, a public service announcement?"
"That's usually Justin's job."
"Huh?"
"Never mind," Brian said shaking his head and getting hard thinking about Justin and condoms. "You want Nick to be safe, don't you?"
"Of course I do. I love him."
"Then have a blast and be careful."
"Yes, daddy," Hunter taunted Brian.
"Fuck you!" Brian said with a laugh as he cut the connection. He hoped they would play safe for both their sakes.
Once he got off the phone with Brian, Hunter called Nick and invited him to spend the night. They had already discussed this and Nick was merely waiting for the call. While Nick was driving over, Hunter told Claire that he was going to spend the night in the treehouse. She knew exactly what was going to happen, but she did not start an inquisition about it. She knew that Hunter and Nick were both level headed boys and old enough to make their own decisions. As she went up to bed she turned back to Hunter who was gathering up snacks to take with him to the treehouse.
"Hunter, I love you. You and Nick enjoy each other, but be careful," she said gently.
"Yes, ma'am. That's exactly what we intend to do."
"Good boy! Night, Hunter."
"Night, ma'am."
Hunter took his snacks and went to the barn to get the canisters for the fireplace. The nights could still be chilly. He carried them up to the treehouse and started the fireplace. Then he went back to the barn and got the air mattress and double sleeping bag that were stored in the same cupboard. That would be more comfortable than a blanket on the floor.
By the time Nick drove up the driveway Hunter had made a cozy little nest in the treehouse. Hunter stood on the balcony and waved to Nick as he parked his mother's car under the tree. Nick flew up the steps carrying a bottle of wine for them to drink.
As soon as he reached the top of the ladder Nick grabbed Hunter and pulled him into a long, passionate kiss. When they finally broke apart Hunter took Nick's hand and led him into the treehouse.
"Holy fucking shit!" Nick reacted seeing for the first time what the treehouse was like. "A goddam fireplace!"
"It's really something, isn't it?" Hunter laughed.
"I've stayed in motels far worse than this."
"Nothing but the best for Gus Kinney."
"And his dad."
"And his dad," Hunter agreed.
"I see you made up the bed," Nick said gesturing toward the sleeping bags.
Hunter nodded. "Want to try it out?"
Nick set down the bottle of wine. That could wait. He took Hunter into his arms and kissed him as he started removing clothing. Hunter did the same and soon they were both naked. Nick gently pushed Hunter down onto the sleeping bags which Hunter had covered with a sheet. The fire blazed beside them and they felt warm and ready.
"You look beautiful by firelight," Nick whispered as his hand wrapped around Hunter's hard cock.
"So do you."
"I've waited so long for this. Are you ready to have me inside you?"
Hunter nodded finding it difficult to speak with Nick so close and his hand touching all the places that they had refrained from touching so far.
"Have you got all the things we need?" Nick asked.
Hunter pointed to the tube of lube and the pile of condoms next to the sleeping bag. "Brian says we should use a top quality condom."
"Brian's a very wise man. That's what my research said too."
Hunter smiled. "I love you."
Nick's reply was to crush Hunter's mouth under his own. When he finished ravishing the mouth he moved down to Hunter's nipples wanting to give Hunter as much pleasure as possible. Hunter ran his fingers through Nick's hair as the young man made him writhe with pleasure.
After working his way down to Hunter's dick, Nick looked up and asked, "Now?"
Hunter nodded and Nick stroked on a condom. He squirted some lube into his hand and prepared Hunter. Hunter liked the sensation of Nick's fingers inside him. Usually tricks just rammed into him with little or no preparation. Gently Nick eased his dick into Hunter's throbbing hole. Hunter grunted and grimaced. It had been quite a while since he had allowed anyone to do this. Finally Nick was inside and he began to thrust. Hunter looked at Nick's face and watched the emotions that flitted across it. It was different looking at his partner. Tricks usually did it from behind. This was different and special. Hunter began to respond thrusting his hips up to meet Nick's movements. They worked together perfectly and Hunter had a big smile on his face as he felt his orgasm building. Nick slowed down and watched Hunter as he drove in. He loved this brash young man and this was going to be perfect for both of them. Nick reached for Hunter's dick and stroked in time with his thrusts. He was close and rapidly losing control.
"Oh God, oh God," Hunter moaned. "Oh fucking God." His dick started shooting and his ass clenched and Nick was coming and they were kissing and then everything went kind of blurry. When Hunter opened his eyes Nick was sprawled across him and he could feel Nick's cock still up his ass. He reached across Nick's shoulders and pulled his lover, yes, his lover, closer to him.
"I love you, Nick."
"I love you too."
"Let's crack open that bottle of wine. I know now for fucking sure that I'm gay!" Hunter crowed and they both laughed as they held on tight.
Into the small hours of the morning Hunter and Nick continued to explore each other and enjoy what they found. They had polished off the bottle of wine and Nick was lying with his head on Hunter's stomach. The fireplace continued to glow behind them warming the cool night air. Hunter gently ran his fingers through Nick's hair. Nick sighed in contentment.
"We're good together, aren't we?" Nick asked looking up into Hunter's eyes.
"Fan-fucking-tastic!" Hunter chuckled.
"Are you good?"
"Yeah, why?"
"I I just wondered with all the men that you've been with, how did I measure up?"
"Nick!" Hunter chastised. "There's no comparison. This was the most wonderful thing that has ever happened to me. I love you and we are very good together." Hunter leaned down and captured Nick's lips for one more long and sweet kiss.
"So, you're happy?"
"Absolutely. You?"
"Couldn't be better."
"Um there is something though," Hunter said hesitantly.
"What?" Nick asked a look of worry passing over his features. "Tell me."
"Remember that talk we had about who's the top?"
"Yeah," Nick smiled slowly. "I remember."
"Well, I "
"You want to top?"
"Yeah."
"I think that could be arranged."
"You'd do that for me?"
"I told you I would."
"Have you ever done it before?"
"You mean, bottom?" Nick shook his head.
"So you'll be a virgin at it?"
"I suppose you could call it that."
"Can we ?"
"Go for it, big boy," Nick chuckled.
"Roll over," Hunter said. Nick looked into Hunter's eyes and then did as requested. He knew he could trust Hunter. How many other people that he had ever met would tell him their history, especially a horrific history, like Hunter had done on their first date?
Hunter proceeded to rim Nick until he had his lover whimpering and pleading and asking for more.
"Fuck, Hunter. If you're going to stick your dick up my ass, get on with it. I've never been rimmed before and I loved it, but my cock is aching."
"I'm glad you liked it," Hunter smirked. "Another thing that you're a virgin at."
Nick laughed as he watched Hunter suit up his dick with a condom. "I guess I was a pretty tame homo until I met you. You've inducted me into all the wicked ways of the big city."
"Not all," Hunter said remembering some of the less than fun things that had been done to him as a hustler. "Ready?"
Nick nodded and stuck his ass up in the air. Hunter used the lube and made sure Nick was as ready as possible before he began easing his dick into the tight tunnel of his lover. When Nick would gasp or cry out Hunter would stop and wait. He wanted Nick to like this.
"You okay?" Hunter asked as he was almost fully in.
"Yeah," Nick gasped. "It fucking hurts like hell."
"I know, but try to relax. It gets better."
Nick nodded and Hunter began to thrust. Neither of them lasted very long but both managed to find a damn good orgasm at the end of it. When they finally separated Nick pulled Hunter against him and kissed him warmly.
"Did you like it?" Hunter asked with a shy smile.
"Not bad," Nick grinned. "I can't say it's my favorite thing, but I could get used to it. Do you think I can still be the top most of the time?"
"I'd say that would be a yes," Hunter replied kissing Nick's sweet mouth.
"But every now and then "
"Yeah, every now and then "
"Let's get some sleep," Nick said with a yawn.
"We can get up early and try some more stuff."
"Deal," Nick said as they scooted into the sleeping bag.
"By the way, you're going to find it hard to sit down tomorrow."
"You're speaking from experience?"
"Oh yeah, and so will I," Hunter chuckled. He could still feel the burn of Nick's dick up his ass.
"Then I guess we better find a couple of cushions. Wouldn't want to torture our precious backsides."
"Definitely not."
"Night, Hunter."
"Night, Nick."
Hunter felt Nick spoon himself up against his back and he smiled contentedly. He had never had anyone do that with him before. Another virgin act for this wonderful night.
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"You okay?"
"Mmm."
"What time's your flight?"
"3:30. Sidney wants to meet at the airport around two."
"I'm glad he's going with you."
"So am I. Bri?"
"Hmm?"
"Make love to me again."
Brian was still inside Justin after an intense session. This was the day that Justin and Sidney were flying to New York. It was Thursday and Justin would report to his mentor first thing Monday morning. Brian took some time off from Kinnetik to help Justin shop for clothes worthy of the Big Apple and to help him pack. He decided that he was going to spend as much time as possible with Justin before the boy flew off to find fame and fortune. They spent every waking moment making love in every part of the loft. For the last twelve hours they'd been in bed taking turns topping. They were both sore and almost worn out but that didn't deter them. Brian pulled out momentarily to put on a fresh condom then slipped his hardening dick into Justin's well fucked hole. They remained connected until it was time to shower, dress and go to the airport.
"Brian, please, I'll take a cab. I don't think I can say goodbye at the airport. I'll never want to leave you."
"No, I'll drive you. I know you already said goodbye to Jennifer and Molly and to Daphne but I will not shut the door and listen to you go down those stairs. No, I am going to drive you. I will see you safely to the gate and put you into Sidney's hands personally. I am going to make it perfectly clear that he will be responsible for the most important person, next to Gus, in my life. And God help him if he lets anything happen to you. When I come to visit you next weekend I want to find every hair, every freckle, every nail and that ass as perfect and pristine as how you left here. Do I make myself clear?!"
"As a crystal dick!" Justin had no doubts about Brian's love, devotion and commitment to him. Justin fingered the bracelet Brian had given him as he snuggled into Brian's chest one last time before they had to get up to shower. After a while Justin moved to get a small box out of his drawer.
"Brian, I got something for you."
"Oh? That wasn't necessary. You're supposed to be saving your money for New York, not spending it on me."
"I know and it wasn't expensive. I swear. But when I saw it in a catalog, I had to get it. It's been in my drawer for months. I just didn't know when to give it to you. Now seems like the right time. Don't worry; it's not a ring or a bracelet because the next time we exchange something that important, I'd like it to be at a commitment ceremony. When we're both ready. But I'd be proud if you wore it under your shirt to remind you of me."
"Sunshine, I don't need anything to remind me of you. I'm reminded of you every day, every moment."
"Thank you, Brian."
Justin began to sniffle. Before the tears could descend in earnest, Justin gave Brian the box. Sitting up and leaning against the wall, Brian gingerly opened the small box. There, on a long simple sterling chain was a single cowry shell with a sun delicately carved into it. The chain had no clasp; it was long enough to slip over Brian's head so that the shell would rest on his chest near the apex of his heart. Brian fingered the shell then dipped his head down so that Justin could put the necklace on him. Justin managed a small smile then the tears began to flow. Holding his lover close, Brian whispered into Justin's ear.
"I'll never take it off."
The lovers kissed then held onto each other for dear life.