Absence Grows the Heart
tDuring the week, Tim and Travis barely saw each oher, just passing each other in the halls at school and sometimes talking by their vehicles after school. Tim missed Travis but understood why Travis couldn’t hang out. At least he would get to spend time with him on Sunday. As Friday came, Tim left the school and headed for the students’ parking area. He smiled as he saw Travis waiting for him. He walked over and they gave each other a bro hug. Travis said, “I can’t wait for this thing to be over. I miss being with you.” Tim smiled and said, “Same. Maybe we can hang out a little after we’re done at Granpa and Granma Reynolds?” Travis said, “Yeah, I made sure I had that day free. We’re making great progress. Jerome is awesome. I’m learning a lot. Mr. Bradford knows a lot about art. He’s very smart.” Tim smiled, “You amaze me, Travis. I mean, it’s not just the wall painting and the woodwork designs, it’s everything, but most of all, it’s what’s in here.” Tim pointed at Travis’ heart. Travis’ eyes watered and he said, “That’s what I like most about you too, Tim. But you’re also one of the bravest people I know. You think about others regardless of the consequences for yourself. You’re my hero, Tim.” It was Tim’s turn to get watery eyes, “Hey this lot is about to fill up with kids getting to their cars. We don’t want them to find the two of us crying our eyes out over each other. I love you, Travis.” Travis said, “I love you too, Tim. See you on Sunday.” Tim said, “I want to kiss you right now, but I’ll see you Sunday.”
Tim got home after school on Friday and went to his room to change. When he came back down, Mrs. Summers asked, “How was school?” Tim replied, “It was ok.” Then she asked, “I didn’t see Travis all week. You two are usually inseparable. Is everything alright?” Tim replied with one word, “Yeah.” Amanda knew something was up, “Tim, come in and sit down.” Tim knew better than to argue, so he went into the kitchen and sat down. She asked, “Would you like something to drink? I’m having a cup of tea. Mint. I made plenty if you’d like some.” Tim said, I never had mint tea before. I’ll try some.” Mrs. Summers got out another cup and poured some tea in it before setting the cup down in front of Tim. Then she sat down with her cup, “Tim, you’re answering me in single words. In motherly language, that means there’s either a problem you’d rather not discuss or something you’re trying to hide.” Tim wasn’t sure what to say, “Um, I, uh, Travis is. Mrs. Summers, can you promise not to tell this to anyone else?” Mrs. Summers looked at Tim and said, “So, there is something going on. Spill it, then I’ll decide if I can keep it to myself.” Tim said, “Well, the reason Travis hasn’t been around is because he’s doing something with the guy who created the painting on the wall Travis painted at a gallery. I swore I wouldn’t say anything.” Mrs. Summers said, “Well, I’m not sure why Travis would want to keep something like that a secret.” Tim said, “He’s nervous about it. He thinks everyone made a big deal over the wall and he’s afraid of screwing it up and disappointing everyone, so he doesn’t want anyone to know what he’s doing.” Mrs. Summers replied, “I see. Well, I won’t say anything, but he did do a really great job on that wall. Even without the painting, it looked like a sunset. What do you think, Tim?” Tim exhaled, then said, “I think Travis is an artist, not just because of that wall he painted, but, you know we’ve been building things from wood, like knick knack shelves and tables, things to sell at flea markets for college money in Granpa Henry’s shop. Well, Travis seems to come up with ideas of how to design it. He has this creative mind.” Mrs. Summers smiled as she saw the pride written all over Tim’s face and heard it in his voice. When he paused in his praise of his boyfriend, Mrs. Summers asked, “Feel better now?” Tim was confused, “What?” She smiled and said, “Well, all week you’ve been moping around like a lost puppy, even when you were with Chris. You were missing your other half, but now you just gave a very valid reason to support his absence from you for a little while.” Tim grinned, “I guess I did, didn’t I. I’ll get to see him on Sunday at Granpa Henry’s and we’re going to…, uh.” Mrs. Summers said, “Another secret? You don’t have to tell me that one. I’m sure we’ll find out soon. You never answered my question.” Tim asked, “Which question?” She grinned and asked, “Do you feel a little better now that Travis’ absence from you is for a good cause.” Tim grinned sheepishly, “I guess I do. Thanks, Mrs. Summers, and this mint tea is really good,” She smiled and said, “I’m really glad we had this talk, Tim. It’s been a while. You’re always at Jeremy and Carl’s place with Chris, or at the Reynolds working on your furniture.” Tim smiled, “I’m glad we talk too. I’m sorry I haven’t been around much, but Travis and I want to make some money for college, especially since my father kicked me out. I’m sure he won’t give me any of the money they were putting away for college. He was pushing me to attend a religious college anyway. The only thing I’ve learned from our church is their hatred for anyone different than them. To me, that’s not Christianity and most of these so-called religious schools are teaching the same thing. They pick and choose what they want from the bible to support their own beliefs rather than try to follow the teachings of Christ.” Mrs. Summers said, “I understand your position, Tim. They wonder why memberships in churches is dropping off. They’re not very self-aware. Well, I won’t keep you any longer. I know you’re wanting to get over to Jeremy and Carl’s house. When you get there, tell my son we miss him.” Tim smiled and said, “I’ll give him the message, Mrs. Summers.”
Tim arrived at Jeremy and Carl’s at the same time as Elijah. Elijah asked, “Where’s your shadow?” Tim grinned and said, “Travis has something he needs to work on. He’ll be around on Sunday.” Elijah said, “It’s strange not seeing the two of you together. How are you going to get through the weekend without him?” Tim grinned at Elijah’s implication, “I don’t have much choice, but I support what he’s doing.” Elijah asked, “Which is…?” Tim said, “I can’t tell you, and I’d appreciate it if you don’t bring it up in front of the others either.” Elijah gave Tim a strange look, then smiled as he put his arm around Tim’s shoulder and said, “You got it, buddy. Someone else might though. I’ll try to run interference for you if I can.” Tim smiled and said, “Thanks, Elijah.”
They entered the house and found Chris to be the only one there. Jeremy had to go into work for a couple hours after his last class, so Chris was going to have dinner ready for when he got home. Chris asked, “Wanna put a salad together, Tim? Elijah, how about peeling some potatoes?” Elijah grinned and said, “Sure. I doubt I can fuck that up. What’s in the oven? It smells delicious.” Chris said, “I bought a chuck roast. I’m roasting it slowly so it will be tender and juicy. You won’t need a knife to cut it.” Tim said, “It smells like you’ve seasoned it. My stomach is growling just from the smell.” Chris said, “Yeah, I chopped carrots, celery, onions and garlic with a little water on the bottom, then added some fresh basil, sprinkled in some thyme, rosemary, sage, and a little turmeric.” Elijah said, “I have no idea what most of that is, but like Tim, my stomach is growling from just smelling it. I’m sure Jeremy will appreciate it.” While Elijah peeled the potatoes, Chris filled a pot with water to boil them. They soon had the potatoes boiling and Tim had put the salad in the refrigerator to keep it chilled. Shortly before the potatoes were soft enough to mash, Chris got out some butter and frozen peas and put them in a pan on low heat. He then checked on the roast which filled the kitchen even more with the aroma. The roast was done, but Chris didn’t take it out, instead he spooned out some of the juices into a small pan and after putting it over a low heat, began adding very small amounts of corn starch to it. Elijah was fascinated by this and was then terrified when Chris handed him the stirrer and said, “Keep stirring this, I want to add a few things while you’re stirring it.” Elijah said, “I don’t have any idea what I’m doing here.” Chris laughed and said, “Just keep stirring. That’s what you’re doing, but you may also be learning something.” Tim was watching and grinning, then said, “You’re making an au jus gravy, Elijah.” As Chris added a little of this and a little of that, Elijah realized as he stirred, the sauce was thickening. He also found himself paying attention to what Chris was adding. In the meantime, Tim took the potatoes off the stove and began draining the water out. He said, “If you want, Chris, I got this so you can perfect the gravy.” Chris smiled and said, “Go for it, Tim. I appreciate it.” Tim fished around and pulled out a potato ricer and began ricing the boiled potatoes into a mixing bowl. Once he had finished with that, he broke a couple eggs into the bowl and started the mixer. He added some butter and after it blended in, added some milk, pepper and a little garlic salt as well as a few other ingredients. By the time he was done, Chris was pulling the roast from the oven and turning the burners off. Elijah said, “Perfect timing”, as he heard the front door open. They heard Jeremy say, “Damn, it smells great in here.” Chris replied, “Dinner is ready, Jer.” Jeremy walked in with a huge smile, “Thanks guys. I was hungry before I came in but now after smelling this, I’m starving.” Jeremy helped Tim set the table while Chris began slicing the roast beef. Elijah poured the au jus into the gravy bowl and then put the peas in another bowl and placed them on the table. Tim then put the mashed potatoes on the table while Chris brought the sliced roast over on a meat plate. As they sat down to eat, Chris said, everyone did their part. I made the roast, Tim made the mashed potatoes, and Elijah made the gravy.” Jeremy eyed the gravy suspiciously and Elijah laughed, “Actually, Chris made the gravy while I kept stirring it.” Jeremy grinned, then Elijah added, “But I watched, and I think I’d be able to make it myself now.” Tim said, “Well, when you do, I’ll have someone else try it first.” It drew laughter from everyone, including Elijah.
As they were eating, Jeremy asked Tim, “So, where’s Travis tonight?” Tim said, “He, uh, had something planned this weekend. I’ll see him on Sunday.” Elijah interrupted saying, “Speaking of missing persons, what are Carl and Chuck doing tonight?” Jeremy said, “They’re planning on a night alone together. I’m wondering if they were a little shocked at hearing Jerome and Taylor had been discussing marriage.” Chris asked, “So, do you think they’re discussing marriage? I think it’s a little soon. They’ve only been together for several months. I do believe in love at first sight, but marriage is a big step.” Jeremy said, “I don’t know that they’re discussing marriage. I think they were just surprised that Tim and Travis knew Jerome and Taylor were discussing it before they did.” Tim said, “I think Taylor just let it slip while we were talking. Travis and I were pretty open to him, with the exception of telling him, you know, that we were a couple and that whole subject. I did tell him about Reverend Smith and being kicked out of my house, not the specifics of that though, so I think Taylor got comfortable talking to us and confiding a few things.” Chris smiled and said, “You don’t have to make any excuses on our account, Tim.” Tim protested, “I’m not making excuses, I’m just saying why Taylor might have told us about their marriage discussions.” Elijah said, “I get it, Tim. Chris is just being a butthead.” Chris looked over at Elijah, grinning, “Butthead?” Elijah said, “So, just the four of us tonight. What should we do?” Chris said, “Well, we’re all pretty sure what’s on your mind, Elijah.” Elijah said, “While that may be true, I don’t want Tim to be left out, so I’m willing to just have a family night if that’s ok with you guys.” Jeremy gave Elijah the side eye, unsure of how serious he was. Chris said, “So, what do we want to do?” Jeremy asked, “Jenga?” Elijah, with a devilish smile, said, “Yes, but what if whoever loses, has to do a shot?” Chris said, “I’d agree but Tim’s only eighteen.” Tim said, “And legally above the age of any of you being guilty of corruption of a minor.” Jeremy said, “I agree, Tim, but how about if you only do half a shot. I recall a pair on the sofa after a certain party.” Tim smiled and said, “Deal.” Elijah gave Tim a fist bump. They went into the kitchen and set the game up on the kitchen table. They each got a drink and Jeremy brought out some shot glasses, a bottle of Yukon Jack and a bottle of Kraken (spiced rum), giving them a choice of which shot they preferred.
As they sat down, Elijah said, “I have one more request. Why not make it a shot and a piece of clothing?” Chris said, “Always out to get us all naked, Elijah. I’ll second it. It adds a little more fun to the game.” Tim said, “Well, if we’re going to do that, why don’t we set this up in the living room. You can’t really see anything below the waist at this table.” Jeremy laughed, “Tim has a point. Let’s move this to the coffee table in the living room.” They moved into the living room and moved the chairs closer to the coffee table. Tim and Jeremy took the chairs leaving Elijah and Chris on the sofa. They started out with Jeremy going first since he suggested the game. They went clockwise from there, Tim then Elijah and Chris. On his turn, Elijah tried to make it almost impossible for Chris, but he ended up collapsing the tower, and was the first one to drink a shot, he chose the Yukon. He then made a spectacle of removing his shoes. Elijah then restacked the tower and Chris took the first turn. Tim brought the tower down next and chose the rum. He then kicked off his sneakers. Halfway through the game, both Chris and Jeremy had only removed their shoes and socks, Tim was down to his pants and underwear and Elijah was down to a pair of emerald green 2Xist briefs. As Elijah was restacking the tower, Tim received a call from Travis. He answered, “Hey Travis.” Travis asked, “What are you up to?” Tim replied, “We’re playing Jenga.” Travis, “Jenga? I thought you’d be playing Twister or have Elijah strapped into that thing in the basement, haha.”
Tim got up and went into the bathroom for privacy. Once he closed the door, he said, “We are playing so whoever causes the tower to come down has to take something off and drink a shot.” Travis laughed and said, “I’m surprised Jeremy’s letting you drink.” Tim, “I’m only doing half shots.” Travis, “That sounds about right. So, what does the loser have to do?” Tim, “What do you mean?” Travis said, “Does the loser have to suck the winner’s cock or anything?” Tim said, “No, we didn’t discuss anything like that. I wouldn’t do anything like that without you here, Travis. You should know that.” Travis, “Tim. I want you to have fun, even if I’m not there. I trust you. I love you and know you love me. That’s all that counts. I the guys want to play; I don’t mind if you join them and have some fun. Just be safe like we always do, and Tim, don’t drink too much, ok?” Tim said, “The most I’ll have is a total of three shots. Other than that, I’m only drinking sodas. Are you sure you don’t mind if I do some sexual things with the guys while you’re not here? I feel guilty without you here.” Travis said, “I’m sorry I’m not there with you. I missed you all week, but I’m committed to do this now. I don’t want you to miss out on some fun just because I can’t be there. Well, I’m going to grab a shower and get to bed. It’s back to the gallery tomorrow. I love you, Tim. Please, enjoy yourself. I’ll see you Sunday and I’ll call you tomorrow.” A tear rolled down Tim’s cheek and his voice cracked as he said, “I love you too, Travis. I can’t wait to see you on Sunday. I’ll wait for your call tomorrow. I don’t want to interrupt your work. I miss you a lot. Bye til tomorrow.” Travis smiled weakly, “Bye, ‘til tomorrow. I miss you too.”
As Tim rejoined the others, Jeremy asked, “Is everything ok? Are you ok, Tim?” Tim said, “Yeah, why?” Chris made a motion on his cheek indicating they could see he’d been crying. Tim grinned and wiped his cheek, “I’m good. I just miss Travis and talking to him made me miss him more, that’s all.” Elijah said, “That’s sweet.” Tim gave Elijah the one finger salute and Elijah said, “No, I really meant that, Tim. You two really have it bad, but it’s really great. True love.” Tim blushed and said, “Thanks, Elijah. I really do love him.” Chris asked, “So, what did he have to say, other than the personal stuff between the two of you?” Tim replied, “Just that he missed me and wanted me to enjoy myself in his absence.” Elijah grabbed his crotch through his briefs and said, “Even this kind of fun?” Jeremy immediately chided Elijah, “Elijah! Don’t be silly.” Tim smiled sheepishly and said, “He actually did say he didn’t mind if I had fun with you guys, including sexually, but I don’t think I’m in the mood for that tonight.” Chris said, “That’s completely understandable, Tim.” Jeremy added, “It shows that Travis trusts you, Tim. That’s a great sign.”
They then continued with their game. Obviously, Elijah lost, having already downed five shots. Tim wasn’t far behind, and the two of them watched, naked, as Chris and Jeremy battled fiercely. In the end, it was Jeremy’s steady hand that brought him success. Chris stripped off his red CK briefs only to slide them back on. Elijah and Tim put their own briefs back on, and Jeremy slid out of his jeans to join the others in his navy blue, Jockey briefs. After putting the game away, they each got another drink. After setting his drink down, Elijah grabbed Tim from behind and said, “Give me a hug, Tim.” Tim screamed as Elijah wrapped his arms around him and squeezed. They ended up falling back onto the sofa with Tim on Elijah’s lap. Tim yelled, “Help!” Chris and Jeremy grinned at each other and then sat down on the sofa on either side of them. They wrapped Tim in a group hug as Tim laughed. Tim had Jeremy’s right cheek against his left and Chris’ left cheek against his right while Elijah nuzzled his forehead in the back of his neck. Tim said, “You know, even though I’m surrounded right now by three almost naked guys, I’ve never felt safer.” Jeremy said, “We love you too, Tim.” Elijah said, “Jer’s right. And I’m really glad Chris made the right decision and decided to help you instead of calling the cops.” Chris said, “I had to make that choice and I’m sure it was the right one.” Tim giggled, “Me too.” Suddenly Tim screamed and began squirming. Elijah began tickling him and Chris and Jeremy joined in. They eventually eased up and allowed Tim to catch his breath. Chris then said, “I don’t know about the rest of you, but I’m going to finish my drink and go to bed. It’s after one.” Jeremy said, “I agree, and as long as no one else minds, since Travis isn’t here, you can sleep with us if you want, Tim.” Tim smiled and said, “I think I’d really like that.” They finished their drinks and then crawled into bed, taking their usual positions, except Tim slept between Jeremy and Elijah.
Saturday morning, Jeremy woke up to a familiar feeling of a head on either side of his chest, only this morning, one of those heads was Tim’s and not Elijah’s. Elijah’s head was against Tim’s neck and upper back as he spooned him. Elijah’s right arm was draped over Tim’s and sure enough, his fingers were intertwined with Chris’. Jeremy smiled as he noticed that even with Tim between them, they managed to link up. Jeremy’s next thoughts were the usual, how to untangle himself without disturbing anyone. He noticed Chris’ eyes flutter open and whispered, “Morning, Chris.” Chris glanced up, “Morning, Jer”, then he moved his head up and kissed Jeremy. Chris then said, “I forgot about Tim sleeping with us until I saw his adorable face when I opened my eyes.” Jeremy smiled and said, “And yet you and Elijah still managed to link up.” Chris smiled, “I don’t even remember when that happened.” They then heard, “Mmmmmmm”, come from Tim. Jeremy said, “Sounds like someone else is waking up.” Tim continued to keep his eyes closed as he said, “Can we just stay like this all day. I always feel so comfortable and safe when I’m in this bed with you guys. If I can’t be with Travis, this is the next best place to be.” Tim then looked at Elijah and Chris’ fingers entwined and asked, “Is this normal or are you two trying to hold me here?” Jeremy said, “I wake up most mornings seeing their hands linked when they’ve both slept here. Usually though, it’s Elijah’s head on my chest instead of yours, but I’m not complaining. Since you two are both awake though, why don’t we get up and make some coffee and breakfast?” Tim giggled and said, “It’s a good thing we slept in our underwear or I’d have to extricate Elijah’s cock out of my butt. It’s definitely trying to get in there.” Jeremy and Chris laughed and then one by one, they untangled themselves and got out of bed. As Tim carefully untangled himself from Elijah’s arm and leg, Jeremy slid his pillow in Elijah’s arms. He gripped it as if it was still Tim causing Tim to grin with amusement.
After breakfast, they went out and did some yard work, then got changed and headed to the park to play basketball. The guys asked where Travis was and said Jerome had made some excuse why he couldn’t make it. They still had enough guys and had a lot of fun for the first game of the new season. After that, they went to The Flying None and had a few drinks. This time, Tim teamed up with Chuck on the pool table and they ruled the day. Aaron and Abe came close, but the game slipped through their fingers each time as both Tim and Chuck were on fire. Before they left, Carl talked the throuple and Tim into getting some steaks and cooking them on the grill since it was in the high sixties. The guys pitched in and Carl and Chuck went for the steaks and corn-on-the-cob while the others walked back to the house. Once there, they began peeling potatoes, then chopped them up and mixed them with garlic, bacon, cheese and onions and put them in an aluminum container with butter and other seasonings to put on the grill. Everything came out perfect and they enjoyed their first cookout of the year.
Once the sun was setting and it began to get chilly out, they all went inside. Elijah told Carl and Chuck about the game of Jenga they played the night before and they decided to play again with Carl and Chuck joining them. At one point during the game, Chuck said to Tim, “Too bad Travis isn’t here. We could do a mixed replay of when Carl and I caught you two going at it.” Tim grinned and blushed a little as he recalled that day, “Travis told me to enjoy myself even though he can’t be here tonight.” Chuck asked, “Does that include sexual fun?” Tim nodded, then said, “Travis trusts me, and I trust him.” Chuck grabbed Carl’s hand and said, “Same here. Carl and I have sex with others, but we always know, when it’s between us, it’s making love.” Elijah unexpectantly said, “Amen. Same with us.” Jeremy and Chris looked to him with smiles.
Chuck and Chris were the first two losers and after Jeremy won once more, Chuck said to Tim, “Since I got to tap that young butt of yours last time, how about you get to fuck me tonight.” Carl said, “And I’ll be feeding him my cock. Looks like Chris is going to get spit roasted too.” Chris grinned, “Yeah, Chuck set me up.” Chuck laughed, “Except I was the first one out. How do you explain that?” Chris grinned and said, “Yeah, but until you were out, you kept setting the tower up to collapse for me.” Chuck just snickered. Chris wasn’t angry about the situation, after all, it was expected that the person before you try to make it as difficult as they could for the person who followed, but he had to get his dig in, if you could call it that. In reality, he was giving Chuck credit for a well-played game effectively taking Chris down along with him. Although Chuck did effectively set Chris up to lose on several occasions, on others, he collapsed the tower himself in trying to set up Chris which resulted in him being the first to lose all his clothes.
Carl retrieved the condoms and lube while Chuck and Chris climbed onto the sofa on their knees, facing the back of the sofa. Jeremy began working a lubed finger into Chris and Tim began doing the same to Chuck. Carl and Elijah walked around to the back of the sofa. At first, Elijah toyed with Chris and began slapping his cheeks with his stiff cock. Chris grinned at Elijah’s playfulness and pretended to attempt to bite at it. Carl grinned at the two and then slapped his own cock on the bridge of Chuck’s nose and forehead before sliding his cock into his mouth. When Elijah stopped toying with Chris and began feeding him his cock, Jeremy was pressing his cock to Chris’ rosebud and starting to enter him. Tim was also entering Chuck’s warm, wet tunnel and Chuck and Chris both moaned in unison as they were filled with cock at both ends. Grunts and the sound of skid slapping skin filled the house. Suddenly, Tim said, “I’m getting close.” Carl yelled, “Everyone stop.” Jeremy, Elijah and Tim looked to Carl, questioningly. Carl said, “Tim’s getting close.” Jeremy said, “I probably wasn’t far behind.” Carl said, “Precisely. I think we should shift around. Why don’t you pull out. Elijah and I will slip on condoms. Elijah, you fuck Chuck, I’ll fuck Chris, Tim, feed your cock to Chris and Jeremy, feed Chuck your cock.” They all nodded. As they began switching around, Chuck asked, “Don’t we have a say?” The four of them said in unison, “No!” Chris and Chuck both laughed and then Chuck said while grinning, “Ohhhh shit.” The spit roasting soon resumed. A few times Jeremy had to stop Chuck from reaching for his own cock even though he looked up at him with pleading eyes while Jeremy fed him his cock. Chris had to fight his need to stroke his own cock as it throbbed with the need to cum. After a while, Carl said, “Time to switch it up again. Tim fucks Chris, Jeremy fucks Chuck, Elijah feeds Chuck and I’ll feed Chris my cock.” They switched it up once again and while doing so, Chris said, “It’s getting tough not to grab my own cock. Hell, I might just cum without touching myself.” They changed it up and once more the room filled with grunts, moans and the slapping of skin on skin. It wasn’t long before Tim said, “I’m really close.” Elijah said, “Me too.” Carl suddenly pulled his cock from Chris’ mouth, “Ok, we’re not going to make another round. Chuck and Chris, get on the floor with your head together in opposite directions. The four of us will move on either side of you, two on either side, and Chuck and Chris, get ready for facials.” Carl grinned at Chuck as he said that. As Chuck and Chris lay on the floor with the tops of their heads touching, Jeremy and Tim discarded their condoms, Carl and Elijah got on one side of Chuck and Chris while Jeremy and Tim got on the other. After only a few strokes of his cock, Tim began painting Chuck and Chris’ faces. Elijah followed, showering their faces with his own seed. Chuck suddenly cried out, “Oh! Fuck!” His cock sent a wad of cum in the air, landing on his own forehead, followed by several more landing on chris’ and his own chests and abs. Carl then unloaded his own baby batter, adding to the mixture on the two faces as Chris grabbed his own cock which instantly erupted, sending blast after blast across Chuck and himself. Then Jeremy’s cock exploded, send ropes of cum across the two already covered faces. Chuck grinned and then his tongue came out and attempted to lick the cum from his lips. Carl bent down to lick Chuck’s face as well. Chris laid still as Elijah and Jeremy began licking his face. Eventually, Tim joined Carl, licking up the cum from Chuck’s face. They were all laughing and were soon kissing one another, sharing the cocktail of six different brands of cum. Carl then took Chuck’s hand and pulled him to his feet and led him to the bathroom for a shower. Jeremy and Elijah pulled Chris up as well, and after grabbing Tim’s arm, led Chris to Jeremy’s ensuite.
After getting showers, the guys sat around talking and drinking beer. They discussed going over to the Reynolds and doing a spring cleanup on the exterior of their property. Tim also had plans for he and Travis to show off what they’d been up to at the shop. After a while, Carl said that he and Chuck were going in to bed. Jeremy said he was ready for bed as well, then added, “Tim, you can sleep with us again if you’d like.” Tim grinned, nodded, and said, “I’d like that.” They finished their beers, cleaned up and then split off into the two bedrooms. They didn’t bother putting on their underwear, electing to sleep as they were. As they crawled into bed, Tim noticed Elijah grinning at him, “What?” Elijah said, “You were really going to town fucking Chuck.” Tim blushed and said, “I was pretty intimidated by him, the first time I met him. I guess it was that Philadelphia and New York accent mix. All I could think of was him being a gang member and the way he carries himself seems to magnify that look. Now I just think of him as a friend and after he fucked me the other day, I couldn’t wait to return the favor. He does have a nice butt.” Chris laughed and said, “That seems to be everyone’s first impression of Chuck. It didn’t help that there was a rumor going around that he was in prison for killing someone. It turns out he was just in the wrong place and was with the wrong person. They tried to rob someone, and Chuck tried to talk the guy out of it, but Chuck still spent some time in juvenile detention until he was granted a retrial and the guy rescinded his story and admitted that Chuck tried to talk his buddy out of it.” Tim said, “So, he got that walk and attitude from juvy. Makes sense now. He’s really a nice guy now that I got to know him. I don’t know how I got so lucky to be surrounded by such great people.” Jeremy kissed Tim on the forehead and said, “It’s called Karma, Tim. You deserve it.” Chris said, “He’s right, Tim. Goodnight.” Chris turned off the lamp and they drifted off to sleep.
Sunday morning Jeremy woke up to Tim trying to climb over him. It was still dark out. Jeremy asked, “Have to pee?” Tim said, “Sorry, I was trying not to wake anyone. No, I couldn’t go back to sleep when I woke up. I thought I’d get an early start on breakfast. Jeremy whispered loudly, “It’s five in the morning, Tim!” Tim smiled and said, “I’ll make it slowly.” Jeremy just rolled his eyes before closing them to go back to sleep.
Tim made a cup of coffee and then went to one of the few open grocery stores. After purchasing what he needed, he returned to the house, then went down into the basement. He looked at the drawings Henry had made but went into the bedroom and used a tape measure to verify the measurements. After being satisfied with those measurements, he walked out to the family empty room and looked around, then looked at the drawings some more. An hour later he was in the kitchen getting things out to make breakfast. Once he had the ingredients set up, he went into the laundry room and put some clothes in the washing machine before returning to the kitchen to start getting breakfast together. He got the batter mixed up, hoping he didn’t wake anyone with the sound of the mixer. After that, he scrambled some eggs in a bowl and then got out the bacon and began frying it. Suddenly, Jeremy came in and said, “Smells like bacon and looks like you’ve been busy. Where did the strawberries come from?” Tim said, “I ran to the store this morning.” Jeremy said, “I thought I heard the jeep. Tim, you didn’t have to buy this stuff. You should have asked me. I would have picked it up or at least given you the money for it.” Tim said, “I wanted to do it. I wanted to surprise you.” Jeremy smiled and said, “Well, I see the eggs you scrambled and smell the bacon, but what are the strawberries for and what is the white stuff in that bowl, and that looks like some kind of batter in that other bowl.” Tim said, “My mom’s sister made this one time when I was younger, and she visited us. She called it Strawberry Cheese Crepes. I made a little adjustment to the recipe and mixed blueberries in with the batter as an experiment. Chris then entered the kitchen and said, “I smell bacon.” Then he saw all the bowls and things and said, “Someone’s had a busy morning.” Tim said, “I almost forgot, the laundry is probably ready to go in the dryer.” Tim started to head to the laundry room as Jeremy and Chris looked at each other. Jeremy put his hand out and stopped Tim, “Tim, I’ll move the laundry to the dryer. Chris can give you a hand with breakfast. You’ve already outdone yourself.” Chris said, “How about I scramble the eggs while you take care of whatever else that is that you’re making. Where’d the strawberries come from? That WAS the jeep I heard this morning, wasn’t it?” Tim grinned, “Yeah, I made a quick run to the store this morning.” Chris gave him an odd look, but Tim ignored it and began slicing up the strawberries. He then got out a large griddle and put it on the stove with a low burner to heat it up. The door to Carl’s bedroom opened and Carl and Chuck emerged. Carl said, “Smells like breakfast is on.” Chris said, “Ok, the eggs are on. I’m going to go in and wake Elijah up.” Carl laughed and said, “How does he even get up for class?” Jeremy returned from the laundry room and Carl asked, “Getting an early start on the laundry?” Jeremy grinned and said, “No, Tim did.” Carl gave him a questioning look and Jeremy just shrugged as if to say, “I have no idea what’s up with him.” Jeremy and Chuck set the table while Carl made them some coffee. Chris returned with Elijah following groggily behind. Chris checked the eggs and stirred them, “The scrambled eggs are ready. As if on queue, Tim poured batter onto the griddle to make two huge crepes. They were only on for a short time when he flipped them over. He put the heated up strawberries and cream cheese mixture on half of each one and then folded it in half. After a minute, Tim flipped the crepes to the other half side, then grabbed two plates. He put some scrambled eggs and some bacon on each plate and then put a crepe on each plate and set a plate in front of Chuck and the other in front of Carl. He then poured out more batter to make two more crepes. Chuck suddenly announced, “Oh my God! These are delicious, Tim! You have to give me the recipe!” Carl agreed and the other three couldn’t wait to try one. Eventually, everyone had two crepes, though Chuck and Elijah had a third after Tim ate his own. Then Carl asked, “So, Tim, what’s the big occasion?” Tim said, “No occasion. I just couldn’t sleep and decided to make everyone a nice breakfast.” Elijah said, “Yeah, he couldn’t sleep because he misses Travis and can’t wait until he gets to see him today.” Tim turned to Elijah, smiling. His face was as red as the strawberries.
After cleaning up the breakfast dishes and finishing the laundry, they loaded into Carl and Chris’ vehicles and headed to the Reynolds’ place. Mr. Reynolds was just putting the lock back on the shop door when they arrived. Travis was standing next to him. They turned to greet them and Tim practically jumped into Travis’ arms. Carl looked to Henry with a little concern at the affection Tim and Travis were showing each other. Henry laughed and said, “We already had that figured out, Carl.” Carl grinned sheepishly. They all then got to work, cleaning up things and mowing the lawn for the first time since winter. When they all finished, Mrs. Reynolds brought them each a slice of homemade apple pie and a glass of iced tea. Once they finished their pie, Mrs. Reynolds and the plates inside. When she returned, Henry said, “I think the boys would like to say something. Tim, Travis, go ahead.” Tim and Travis faced everyone. Travis nudged Tim and Tim then said, “We’d like to show you what we’ve been up to in the shop. Henry has been great. He’s taught us and helped us learn so much. We’d like you to see something special we made. Follow us.” Tim and Travis then turned and walked with Henry and Martha toward the shop. Everyone followed, curious as to what they’d see. After unlocking the shop door, Henry stepped aside and said to Tim and Travis, “It’s your show, boys. Have at it.” Tim and Travis both grinned and Travis whispered into Tim’s ear, “Granpa Henry and me have it set up in the back.” Tim and Travis walked into the shop where the guys saw all kinds of shelves and tables stacked around. It was very impressive, but then Travis opened the door to the back room and said, “Come in here, everyone.” As they stepped into the back room, they saw a queen-sized bed frame, a wardrobe, dresser and two matching night stands. The bedframe had a huge headboard with shelves, doors and drawers in it, all having a star shape, each sized for the piece it was on. The guys all stared in awe at it. Tim then said, “We made it for the new bedroom, that is, if you like it.” Chuck said, “It’s not my call, but what’s not to like. This shit is fire bro! Oh, my bad. Please accept my apologies, Mr. and Mrs. Reynolds.” Henry laughed and Martha said, “That’s ok, Chuck. I understand your reaction. I was surprised too when I saw it.” Carl said, “Jeremy, this makes your bedroom furniture look like cheap crap. Mine even worse.” Jeremy laughed, “Yeah it does. This must have cost a fortune to build. I’m sure Henry played a part in this.” Henry said, “Most of the wood came from scraps from the lumber yard. I admit I bought some of the bigger pieces. The stain and varnish was just laying around. It would have gone bad within a year.” Jeremy said, “Are you sure you want to donate this to the new bedroom, guys? You could get a lot of money for this bedroom set, and it’s unique. Why not sell it for college money?” Tim asked, “Don’t you want it?” Jeremy said, “It’s awesome. Of course I’d want it, but I don’t want you to lose an opportunity to make a lot of money off this beautiful bedroom set.” Travis said, “We made it for your new bedroom, Jeremy and Carl. We didn’t make it in order to make money off it. Thanks to Granpa Henry, we can always make more, now that he’s taught us how.” Henry said, “It was my pleasure boys, but don’t sell yourselves short. It’s your design on that furniture. I’ll even help you with making it a unique trademark so no one can copy it.” Carl said, “Well, Jeremy, it looks like we have a bedroom set. All we need is a mattress for it.” Travis said, “Um, someone already donated a set of box springs and a mattress.” Jeremy rolled his eyes and looked at Henry. Henry said, “Don’t look at me.” Martha hid a little grin. Chuck said, “Now all we need is a truck to get it over to your house.” Travis again said, “Um, over there”, he pointed to the box truck down the street. It was the one Mr. Bradford owned. Travis said, “Mr. Bradford loaned it to me to haul the furniture.” Carl rolled his eyes and said, “You two are amazing.” Tim said, “We have great examples all around us”, he waved his hand at everyone around him.
They loaded up the furniture, then said goodbye to the Reynolds, with everyone getting their butts pinched except for Tim and Travis, who got hugs and kisses on their cheeks. They arrived at the house and Tim showed them a sketch he’d made about where the furniture should be set up. Elijah joked after seeing the sketch, “It’s pretty clear who the artist is between you two, and it sure isn’t you, Tim.” He laughed and then looked at his sketch, “You’re right about that. I can draw stick figures though.” After the furniture was set up, Elijah had to head back to his own campus. Of course, he had to collect and leave some things in zip-lock bags. Carl and Chuck left for Chuck’s place and after spending some time together on the bed in the new bedroom, Tim and Travis headed home for the night as well.
Before calling it a night, Jeremy and Chris went down to the basement and into the bedroom and stood admiring the furniture. As he held his arm around Chris’ shoulder, Jeremy said, “I still can’t believe those two. They put all that hard work into making this. It’s beautiful. I’ve seen less quality in high end furniture stores. Henry must have been one hell of a furniture craftsman before he retired.” Chris said, “Yeah, but Tim and Travis have soaked it up like sponges, like they were made for it.” Jeremy said, “Yeah, they have. I almost think Henry’s trying to pass on his legacy.” Chris smiled, “You may be right.” Jeremy squeezed Chris’ shoulder and said, “Either way, I see a bright future ahead for the two of them.” Chris pulled Jeremy tighter against him, “Thanks to someone who agreed to help instead of calling the police.” Jeremy said, “That was you.” Chris argued, “No, I just requested. It was your decision and later yours and Carl’s choice to help him. I knew I chose the right guy to be with, or guys, but Elijah wasn’t present at the time.” Jeremy laughed and then said, “I have half a mind for us to sleep down here tonight, but I think Tim and Travis should be the first.” Chris grinned and said, “It’s almost like they made the furniture for their own bedroom.” Jeremy laughed and said, “I wasn’t going to go there, but you do have a point. Let’s go to bed.”
End of Chapter 85
