~Aoi’s POV~

            I head out of the shop with a huge grin. I thought it would be hard to get a job but I had one after my very first interview. Luck must be on my side. Sure my job was only officially for one week but I knew I’d leave a good impression and I’d be hired permanently. I can’t wait to tell Kai about my good luck. I can’t wait to tell Uruha either. I should take him out to celebrate. Problem is celebrating normally revolves around alcohol. Maybe Kai could think of something.

            I’m walking home when I spot him. Uruha. My heart skips a beat and I’m about to shout out when I notice he’s with a friend. They seem close. Very close. There laughing and joking and seem to be having an amazing time. There obviously out shopping as both men are carrying shopping bags.

            The man accompanying Uruha suddenly grabs him into a hug. I see him kissing him. It’s just on the cheek but it’s more than enough to make me jealous.

            I stand frozen for a moment as I try to take in what I’ve just seen. It could be nothing, just a quick kiss between friends. Kai always kisses my forehead when I’m upset. It means nothing. Maybe it’s like that. Should I walk up to him? If it’s nothing he’ll be happy to see me. But what if he looks guilty? Have I just caught him with another man? It’s best not to know and I turn and begin to walk away.

~Uruha’s POV~

            Shopping with Ruki is always great fun. Especially when we haven’t been together for awhile. We’re both having a great time and that’s when I spot Aoi. I’m not sure if he’s noticed me. He seems deep in thought. Well now is my chance to show Ruki how great he is.

            “Aoi!” I shout. He hasn’t seen me he’s walking the other way. Aoi stops and turns around waiting for me to catch up. “What are you doing here?” I ask.

            “Job interview.” Aoi explains.

            “Oh? Did it go well?” I ask. Ruki has caught up now. I’d kind of sprinted to be by Aoi’s side and Ruki can’t run as fast as me. It’s the height difference.

            “Yeah. I got a weeks trial.” Aoi says with that beautiful smile of him. “It’s just a vegetable shop but it’s better than nothing.”

            “Congratulations.” I say. I’m happy for him. I throw Ruki a triumphant look. He can’t say Aoi is after my money now. Well he can but I won’t listen.

            “So who is this?” Aoi asks.

            “I’m Ruki.” Ruki says before I have a chance to answer. “So you’re the famous Aoi who Uruha won’t shut up about. He’s obsessed.”

            “I am not obsessed.” I deny.

            “Sure you are. You were obsessed with alcohol and now you’re obsessed with him.” Ruki teases. He may be my friend but right now I hate him. How can he put me down like this in front of Aoi!

            “If it help’s I’m kind of obsessed too.” Aoi says with a grin. “With Uruha that is.” I don’t believe him. He’s just saying it to save me from my embarrassment. Still it’s a nice thing for him to do.

            “I’m not obsessed Ruki’s a moron.” I explain.

            “So. How do you know Ruki?” Aoi asks.

            “We met at work.” I respond.

            “We’re just friends.” Ruki adds. “So don’t be getting jealous.”

            “I’m not jealous.” Aoi says and even I can tell he’s lying. Maybe he had noticed me after all. Maybe he saw Ruki kiss me and got jealous. He’s so sweet. I love that he cares that much about me.

~Aoi’s POV~

            “Kai” I call as I open our front door. I’m happy again now I know Ruki isn’t Uruha’s secret lover. Uruha talks about me to his friends too. Can my day get any better?

            “I’m here.” Kai calls. “You want something? I have to go to work in a few minutes.”

            “So do I.” I reply. “Only it’s Monday and not a few minutes.”

            “I know. I got a phone call asking about you.” Kai responded. “A man named Reita.”

            “He’s called you already? That’s no fun.” I complain. Now my surprise is ruined. Thanks Reita. Still I can’t be annoyed at him he has given me a job.

            “Yeah. He asked for some questions about you and then asked for a written reference.” Kai explains.

            “Isn’t it great?” I ask. Kai should sound happier than this.

            “It’s great.” Kai confirms. There it is. That smile of his. Nobody on earth could ever resist a smile like that.

            “So how can I celebrate?” I ask excited.

            “You could…” Kai begins before figuring out the problem. Most conventional means of celebration seem to revolve around alcohol.

            “Not so easy is it.” I say. If he’s struggling to it means I’m not stupid.

            “Sex?” Kai suggests. “Look I have to go to work.”

            “Fine. Some help you are.” I complain as he leaves. Alcohol and sex. Two things I’m not going to be getting much off anytime soon. My mind wanders to thoughts of Uruha. It must be amazing to have sex with him. He’s gorgeous and he’s obviously experienced. I wonder what he would be like. I want him so bad right now. My body is reacting to my thoughts and I grown. Looks like I’m going to have to take a shower to relief the sexual tension.

~Uruha’s POV~

I knock on Aoi’s door and pray he’s home. I never actually told him I was coming over. I wanted to surprise him.

“I’m coming” I hear him call. So he is home. He takes his time and when he appears he’s wet from the shower. He’s pulled on a pair of jeans but his chest is still bare. I can’t keep my eyes of it. I know I shouldn’t stare but I can’t help it.

“Uruha.” He says sounding surprised. “I was just in the shower. I wasn’t expecting you.”

“I can see that.” I reply. Then with what I hope is a flirtatious smile I add “I have excellent timing. Now I get to see your naked chest.” I pray I haven’t been too forward. Was that a sluty comment? Why did I say that?

Aoi laughs. “Like what you see?” he teases.

“I do.” I say with a grin. God I’m turning straight back into a whore. I have to stop!

“I bet your chest is better.” Aoi says with a smile.

“Maybe.” I say entering his house. I quickly walk away from him. Best stick away from temptation. I know I’m gay but for another man’s chest to have such a hold on me that I loose my senses is scaring me. I’ve never felt such strong desire before.

“You alright?” Aoi asks following me. “You seem stressed. And as fun as it is I’m sure you didn’t just turn up to flirt with me. Though if you did I won’t complain.”

“I’m not a slut!” I blurt out.

“I never said you were.” Aoi responds. “I’d never think bad of you.”

“You would.” I respond. “You’re so perfect and I’m a mess.”

“Uruha! You’re not. You’re like a god. You’re that far above me.” Aoi responds. He always knows the right words but I know he’s only saying it to make me happy.

“You’d never sleep around. No matter how drunk you were.” Uruha complained.

“Well it’s better than what I did.” Aoi said quietly. I look up at him and he looks so ashamed.

“Aoi?” I ask.

“You keep saying that you’re a slut which you’re not. You say that about yourself and it scares me. I hate to think what you’d say about me.” Aoi sighed.

“Aoi I could never think bad of you.” I say shocked.

“I gave blow jobs for beer money. Happy now.” Aoi asks. “I’m a prostitute. That has to be worse than being a slut.”

“That’s terrible.” I say horrified.

“You know where the door is.” Aoi mutters turning away from me.

“Don’t be silly.” I say. “I wouldn’t leave over that.”

“You should.” Aoi mutters.

            “I won’t.” I reply and I pull him around to face me. He’s crying silently and I can’t stand it. I don’t know what to say to make things right so I pull him into my embrace. “It really is evil. Alcohol I mean.”

            “How can you blame my mistakes on alcohol but take the blame for your own?” Aoi asks after awhile.

            “Because I enjoyed sleeping around.” I mutter.

            “Off course you did. The human body is designed to enjoy sex.” Aoi explained.

            “Aoi let’s make a deal.” I say letting him go. “To stay sober so this doesn’t happen again.”

            “For you it would be easy.” Aoi replies with a smile.

            “I’m not so sure about myself.” I complain. “Even when I was holding you then I couldn’t help but enjoy the feeling of your body. I’m afraid I’m going to slip up and I’ll end up in bed alone.”

            “If we slept together I wouldn’t think anything bad of you. I’d be there in the morning.” Aoi promised. I’m not so sure I entirely believe him but I don’t want to offend him so I stay quiet.

            “I bought you this.” I say breaking the silence that has filled the room.

            “A gift?” Aoi asks.

            “To congratulate you getting a new job.” I say and he smiles as he opens the bag. I’ve bought him a shirt that I know will look amazing on him.

            “I can’t accept this.” Aoi said looking up. “It’s far too much money for you to spend on me.”

            “You don’t like it?” I ask hurt.

            “I love it. But…” Aoi began.

            “If you love it just accept my gift.” I respond.

            “Alright I’ll accept your gift.” Aoi says. I watch him put it on and smile. He really does look amazing in it.

            “You look beautiful” I comment with a smile.

            “You have good taste then.” Aoi says showing his gratitude for my gift in a sweet and loving kiss.