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======== Six - Domestic Matters
"Where do I sleep tonight, Toddy?", Scottie asks.
I had already pondered this somewhat and came to the decision that it would be best to talk it over with mom. Personally, I want him to sleep right where he is. But, because of how supportive mom is being about all of this, I think it's best to talk it over with her.
"Erm, Scott", I start. "I think we need to talk this over with mom.
"I was thinking the same thing, Toddy. Don't want to create another problem", Scottie replied.
After a quick smooch on the forehead Scottie steps off the bed, reaches down and grabs my hand and helps me up. We head out of the room, down the hall and take the steps down to the kitchen. I can hear the TV on in the living room, so we head that way.
Mom is sitting in the recliner watching something on the Discovery Channel - yes, we hicks have satellite - so we both amble over to the couch and sit down right next to each other. Scottie reaches over and takes my hand just after we sit down.
"Hey guys, I was wondering if you'd be back down here tonight", mom starts as she glances over at us.
As mom looks over this way, Scottie lets loose of my hand and begins pulling it back.
"Scott, no need to do that, hun", mom smiles and says.
Smiling sheepishly, Scottie reaches back over and takes my hand.
"I'm sensing there's a reason you two are back down here other than to partake in my wit and charm?", mom asks.
"Umm, yeah, mom", I start - a bit nervously. "We were just trying to decide about sleeping arangements. Thought it best to talk it over with you."
"Well, this surprises me!" mom says laughingly."You two gentlemen figure it out. You're both young men and, try as I might, I don't think I could keep you apart if I even wanted to."
"Guys", she continues "all that I ask is that you keep in mind that we share this home. I'm not going to tell you that you can't love each other and express that love - but please do it in an acceptable way when you aren't in private."
Just as I'm starting to raise my eyebrows mom continues "Todd, don't get your panties in a bunch. What I mean by acceptable is that you aren't making out on the couch in front of me. I don't care if you kiss, hug, etc - I would ask the same if this was a boy-girl relationship. Just use common courtesy.
"I'm not stupid enough to even begin to think that I could prevent you two from having sex if you want to. But, I would ask that you both be very mindful of each other's well being - mental and physical - when that time should come. Please be careful guys. There's some scary stuff out there and it would kill me if anything happened to either of you.
"On that note, I'll finish by saying that we will set up another bedroom for Scottie - but whether he chooses to sleep there or not is up to him. I just want him to have the option in case he should feel the need. We all need our privacy from time to time, guys; and it won't hurt if Scottie has some place he can call his own."
Mom then proceeds to give us the "be careful in public" speech. Honestly, I think that is the least of our worries. I think I'll be overly careful in public, if anything. I mean, well, central Ohio is NOT the most gay friendly place in the world.
Scottie and I give mom a goodnight hug and head back upstairs. Strangely enough, as much as I love having Scottie back with me, I'm a little scared. I don't really know much about being in love - at least I think I'm in love. Hell! This is all so new to me!
I must have zoned out for a while because the next thing I know is that I'm sitting on the bed with Scottie sitting beside me giving me a concerned look.
"Toddy?" Scott starts. "We'll take it one day at a time, ok?"
What the fuck?! He can read my mind now?! Though still, it does put a smile on my face. Just knowing that he cares enough to try to make me worry less.
"Thank you for being here, Scott. Thank you for taking the risk in coming back. I think I'd be lost without you here now", I say while reaching over and taking his hand.
"Toddy, it's me that should be thanking you - for giving me something to come back to. Well, you and your mom both. You have NO idea how much all of this means to me. For once I feel like I'm actually wanted - and that's something I've not felt in a really long time. I'm still worried that they won't let me stay; but for once in my life I actually have hope. I just don't want to screw up and make you or your mom change your mind", Scottie finished quietly.
"Scott, well, I'm not really sure how to say this. Things may not always be perfect. I'm sure we won't always see eye to eye on stuff. And maybe, someday, we won't feel the same way about each other that we do now; but, that doesn't mean I won't want you here. I see you as a part of my life - and even if we're just friends I'll still want you here.
"I guess what I'm trying to say is that my wanting you here isn't going to just stop if for some reason things don't work out between us. Mom made it pretty clear that she wants this to be your home - and so do I. And me wanting that isn't going to change if we should drift apart", I say - trying to re-assure him.
Reaching back behind me I mound my pillows up on the bed then lay back. It's getting late and I'm starting to get tired. It's been a pretty stressful day so far - but in a good way. While laying back thinking I feel Scottie reach over and take my hand again. Looking up at him, I smile and then pull him over to me so that he's laying with his head on my chest. You have NO idea how this feels to me. I'm in heaven! I've never really considered myself a touch-feely kind of guy but this just feels sooo awesome - having my Scottie laying right here with me.
It just feels so natural and comforting to just sit there, running my fingers through his hair, and knowing that the person I love is right there beside me - touching me - and he feels the same way I do. I could just lay here all night, running my fingers through his hair, but, I know we both need to get some rest.
"Scott, we need to get some sleep. It's been a long day for both of us. If you want to wear PJs or something, I have a couple pair in my dresser, so help yourself", I say while stifling a yawn.
"Erm, what do you normally wear, Toddy?", Scottie asks.
I felt my face warm up a bit. I usually don't wear anything, but I wasn't gonna tell him that and make him uncomfortable, so.. "I generally wear by boxers, but you wear whatever you want, Scottie."
I gave him a quick hug then got up from the bed and headed down the hall to brush my teeth. About 20 seconds later he walks in, too.
"Oh, I forgot to mention that there are some new toothbrushes in the medicine cabinet, so help yourself. Hell, help yourself to whatever", I finished with a grin.
I finished brushing my teeth just as he was getting started, so I headed back to OUR room and got undressed and slid into bed. Sitting there waiting on Scottie I realized that for some strange reason I felt a little awkward. I haven't shared my bed with anyone in years; and even back then it was just with my cousins. Now the person I love would be sharing it with me.
Just then Scottie walks back into the room and starts getting undressed. I watched out of the corner of my eye but didn't want to appear to be staring at him. He has such a great body! His upper body is well defined but not overly muscular. Sorta like a swimmer's build, I guess. I could just look at him all night.
Just about the time he starts taking off his jeans I realize that 'little Todd' is waking up! This is just what I need! I don't want to appear to be a total horn dog his first night here! Calm down Todd!
I turned my head quickly so as to try to cool down a bit and just about that time he turns the light off and crawls into bed.
"Todd, you sure you're OK with sharing your room with me?", Scottie asks.
"Scottie, I wouldn't have it any other way, k? It'll just take some getting used to, I guess. But, given the choice of an empty bed, or you here with me - I'll take you any day", I reassure.
And to make my point, I reach over and pull Scottie to me, spooning his back against me. Yeah, it feels different - but it also feels great.
"Erm, Toddy", Scottie starts. "I guess you are happy to have me here, eh?"
"You bet I am, Scott", I answer. Then the slow realization sets in as to why he made that statement. Holy shit!!
I must have tensed up or something, because the next thing I hear is Scott giggling - yes giggling.
"Oh jeeze, Scottie. I'm sorr-"
"Todd, don't sweat it, ok? You aren't the only one with that problem. It's just that I'm facing away from you, so you weren't the one that ended up getting poked", Scottie says, trying to calm me down. But I can still hear the humor in his voice. And that alone put me at ease.
"Todd, we're both guys. And on top of that we like each other. So, I think your - and my - reaction is pretty normal. Hell, I think I'd be worried if you didn't have wood!"
That's Scottie for ya... Always trying to make me feel better or more at ease. It's funny - as clumsy as he is physically, he's anything but clumsy when it comes to dealing with people. Or at least with me.
Feeling more content than I have in ages, I finally start to doze off to sleep. It's been a full day...
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This is my first attempt at writing a story. Please feel free to contact me at terry@thestorycloset.org with any comments or feedback. A few newer chapters and updates of mine, and other author's stories, can be found at http://terry.thestorycloset.org . Chapter 7 is the current completed chapter at the above web site.
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