Page 29 of To Cuddle A Gremlin

Isadore leaned forward and pressed his mouth against Sebastian’s flow of doubts. The kiss should have been a warning. Isadore seemed to always understand when a kiss worked and when to let Sebastian speak. The pause helped reset his thoughts and calm him down.

Sebastian sighed as he dropped his head against Isadore’s. “How are you that good?”

“I’m not. I’m waiting for you to slap some sense into me when I steal your kisses. However, I have noticed that when I kiss you, you calm down. So, it’s my little dose of medicine.” Isadore brushed a kiss on Sebastian’s forehead before clearing his throat and leaning back. “Want to try again?”

“I brought some peanut butter and jam sandwiches. They’re easy and tasty on a hike. I think they really hit the spot.” Sebastian discreetly wiped his eyes and peered into his backpack once more. A container with homemade cookies rattled at the bottom. “I also baked some cookies? I know they won’t–”

“Sebastian.” Isadore’s gentle reprimand had Sebastian taking another deep breath.

“My cookies won at the fair. I hope you like them.” Sebastian tried again, adding the small humble brag as a consolation for Isadore.

“I will. I love ginger cookies.” Isadore opened the lid and moaned happily. “I’m also not without gifts. I did remember you said you had some snacks prepared, but I thought I’d bring the beverages.”

Sebastian smiled at Isadore as Isadore pulled out a large insulated thermos. Isadore waved his prize. “I have water.”

Isadore poured out Sebastian’s hot chocolate in the thermos lid and passed it to Sebastian. The small picnic hit the spot as they munched on the treats. The anxiety that had begun building while Sebastian was distracted disappeared, and he enjoyed the moment with Isadore.

“I’m so glad I brought you here with me.” Sebastian gazed at the waterfall and sighed in contentment.

“Right? You have the best ideas.” Isadore slid over on the bench and weaved his arm through Sebastian’s. He kissed Sebastian’s jaw before resting his head against Sebastian’s shoulder.

“Thank you for indulging me,” Sebastian mumbled. This was way better than Netflixing and chilling.

“Hey.” Isadore turned Sebastian to face him and arched his eyebrow. “No badmouthing my friend. He’s a little insecure, but he just needs support from the right people. Like me.”

“Fine.” Sebastian rolled his eyes and oomphed as Isadore kissed him hard. The embrace was more aggressive than normal, and all Sebastian could do was sit there and accept it. Isadore speared his fingers under the knit toque to keep Sebastian in place as he tenderly ravaged his mouth. Isadore gentled his hold as it became evident Sebastian was a willing participant.

Isadore groaned as he caressed Sebastian’s cheek, sweeping his tongue inside and tangling his with Sebastian’s. The taste of strawberries and ginger enhanced the kiss, and Sebastian tentatively licked back, curious about the flavour of Isadore. Isadore sighed and snuggled closer to Sebastian on the bench. His hands fumbled with the zipper on Sebastian’s coat, drawing it down and giving him access to more. “Dammit, Sebastian.”

Sebastian dove into the moment, lacing his fingers through Isadore’s hair, pulling the strands out of the tight braid. Every emotion Sebastian had never felt before was striking him as bolts of lightning and desire. This was what he'd missed out on. This connection with another person had never formed, not like this. What Isadore shared with him was what he longed to give Isadore. Desire, adoration, and love entwined with one another as he opened up his heart to this kiss.

“Isa, Isa. What do I do?”

“Shh, go with it, sweet Bas. I’ll catch you.” Isadore slid his hand to Sebastian’s lower back and caressed the heated skin with cool fingers. He kissed Sebastian fiercely as he explored the goose bumps along the edge of Sebastian’s pants. “By the stars. Not the place for this.”

Sebastian gasped as Isadore pulled away. His glasses were foggy and frosty as he stared up at the darkening sky. “Right. You’re right.”

“We will return to this at a safer location, with all the romantic bits and bobs, I promise.” Isadore put Sebastian back to sorts before falling on the damp bench. “My toes aren’t cold anymore.”

“That’s… that’s always a good thing.” Sebastian pressed his lips together, tasting Isadore and wishing he was brave enough to attempt sex at the waterfall.

“Right? I thought so.” Isadore covered his face. “I’m gonna need a minute before I can stand. You got me all fired up, and I’m exhausted.”

“Are you okay?” Sebastian slid over and examined Isadore while trying to figure out what he needed in case Isadore was unwell. He gave Isadore a once-over and blushed at the large bulge at his crotch. “Oh. I… I didn’t think. I’m sorry.”

Isadore rolled into a sitting position and pulled Sebastian in for a hug. “Don’t apologize. You’re good. How do you feel?”

Sebastian took mental stock. The hot emotions were zinging everywhere. And his own dick was mostly hard, which was unusual and wonderful. “Like a million bucks, but ready and shit. It’s weird.”

“Hmm, sounds like a perfect feeling. Hold on to it so when we get home you can show me in great detail what you mean.” Isadore tidied up their garbage and drinks before stuffing them in Sebastian’s pack. “Let’s get on with part two of our date.”

“Part two? I didn’t plan anything else.” Sebastian tugged his hat on and did the same to Isadore, making sure his pointed ears were covered. “I just had the hike on the agenda.”

“Part two is where I excel,” Isadore stated. “Come on. I’m eager.”

Once they were sure they had cleaned everything up, Sebastian led them to the trail. “The walk back will be tricky, so be careful.”

“Yes, boss. I’ll watch my every step and your delightful ass,” Isadore teased. Sebastian rolled his eyes as he held onto a young tree for support. A quick intake of air had Sebastian spinning around. Isadore was clutching a tree. “Sorry. Didn’t see the root. I’m good.”

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