Avery and Rick arrived back at the apartment around ten that night. They were both pretty tired, but also excited. Their first date had gone perfectly, even despite Avery being nervous in the beginning. They decided to go to TJ's steak house and buffet. It was a favorite of Avery's but a place that he rarely had the chance to go to. It wasn't overly expensive but it also wasn't considered cheap dinning like fast food. Avery was concerned about the price but Rick assured him that he could afford it. He wasn't about to take Avery to Mcdonalds their first time out as a couple and he refused to allow Avery to pay his own way either.
Avery was thrilled to go; it had been a long time since anyone had taken him out on an actual date, though he would have been just as pleased sitting home eating macaroni and cheese. It didn't really matter to him where they went, or what they ate; as long as he was with Rick, he was happy.
Spending time together in a public place wasn't without its advantages though. Avery was proud to walk in with Rick, hand in hand. It was like he was showing him off and Rick felt the same way about Avery. He realized just how good they looked together; they complimented each other perfectly, each of them falling into their respective roles without any argument. Rick liked that about Avery; he never felt the need to be assertive and was happy to let Rick take the lead in most situations.
Avery didn't mind at all that Rick assumed the more traditional 'male' role in their budding romance, because Rick didn't really treat Avery like a woman. He opened the door for Avery, and insisted on paying for their meal, but they each agreed that next time, Avery could pick up the check.
Rick quickly realized that being with Avery meant making a few compromises, and he was fine with that. It wasn't what he was really used to in a relationship but he didn't think that it would be too difficult for him to adapt. The most important thing to Rick was just being with Avery and making him happy.
Avery was in really good spirits throughout the course of the meal which really pleased Rick. Avery had a contagious smile that seemed to light up the entire room, Rick loved seeing his smile, and he loved seeing Avery happy. It seemed that all of Avery's fears had quickly vanished as they sat enjoying their food and some light hearted conversation.
There were no judgmental looks, sneers, or mocking glances. In fact, most of the people seated around them weren't really even paying them any attention. The waitress who had taken their order smiled warmly at them, and the hostess who'd seated them was kind and accommodating.
At first Avery had glanced around the room, nervously looking for any sign that their presence there was unwanted. Rick casually reached across the table and placed his hand on top of Avery's.
"Relax..." He whispered with a reassuring smile. "We're not doing anything wrong. Besides, if anyone is staring at you, it's probably just because you're hot." Avery looked down, blushing some as he smiled back at Rick. "You always know the right things to say."
Rick shrugged. "It's the truth. You're beautiful, and when you blush like that you're totally adorable."
"Oh my God..." Avery tried to hide his face as he laughed.
Rick chuckled some. He picked up the menu and scanned over it but he was only half conscious of the items listed there. His attention was focused on Avery and how happy they both were. Being there with him, dinning out as a real couple, it was like a dream come true. 'If I'm dreaming...' Rick thought, 'I pray to God I never wake up.'
Avery dropped his coat on the couch. Rick walked in behind him then shut and locked the door. He yawned as he removed his own coat and laid it over the arm chair next to the door. Avery wrapped his arms around Rick's neck and kissed him. "Sleepy?" He asked.
Rick smiled. He put his hands on Avery's hips and pulled him closer, pressing their bodies together. "I'm not that sleepy." He said as he kissed the boy back.
"Um..."Avery licked his lips as he looked up at Rick seductively. "I had a nice time tonight." He told him. "Dinner was really good, but now I want desert."
Rick raised an eye brow and smiled. "Desert sounds really good."
He slipped his hands down over Avery's hips and rested them on his firm, little ass, giving it a good squeeze.
Avery kissed Rick's neck, and then nipped at his ear. "Rick..." He whispered into his ear. "Take me to bed."
Rick groaned slightly, tightening his grip on Avery's ass. Avery continued to kiss and suck at Rick's neck as he pressed his body into Rick's. Rick could feel himself begin to swell as the anticipation of what was to come grew. Finally, he couldn't resist it any longer. He scooped Avery up, cradling him in his arms as if he were a small child, and carried him back to the bed room.
He laid Avery down gently on the bed then crawled in next to him. Avery rolled onto his side and stared into Rick's eyes. He smiled at him. Rick let his fingers slide through Avery's silky long hair. He reached around and pulled the rubber band off that held his pony tail back, and let the boys ebony locks fall softly over his shoulder and onto the bed.
"I just can't get over how beautiful you are." Rick told him. "You're like an angel that fell to earth. No human being could possibly be this beautiful."
Avery snickered. "Thank you for the compliment, though I'm not sure 'Angel' would necessarily be that accurate."
Rick smiled and shook his head. "Oh shut up, you're a perfect Angel." He cupped Avery's face in his hands and kissed him. "And I'm the luckiest man in the world."
"Hmm..."Avery kissed him back. "I could argue that I was." He moved closer to Rick and kissed him passionately on the mouth.
Rick put his hand on Avery's hip as he leaned into the kiss. His heart was beating so fast, his breathing was becoming heavier. Rick felt dizzy. His mind had blocked out everything in the world except Avery. Avery was now the center of his world as well as the object of his desire. Everything about Avery brought Rick to life; the feel of his skin, the touch of his lips, even the smell of his cologne. Rick closed his eyes as he inhaled Avery's aroma. He was absolutely captivated by him.
Avery touched the side of Rick's neck, his fingers curling around, gently touching the skin and hair in back. He opened his mouth and extended his tongue. He licked Rick's lips and kissed him again. When Rick opened his mouth, Avery pushed his tongue in, tightening his grip on the back of Rick's neck; he captured his lips with his mouth and kissed him hard. Rick moaned. Their tongues met, moving together, twisting, and twirling around in his mouth. Avery's fingers griped Rick's hair, pulling him closer. He sucked his tongue, and then his mouth.
His lips tasted deliciously like menthol and red wine; mouthwatering, and his scent, his scent was tantalizing. He smelled like a man; rough, sweaty and natural with a sweet musky perfume that was intoxicating. Avery breathed him in, shivering with excitement. He let his hand drop down to Rick's face and he lovingly touched his cheek. He had a bit of stubble that Avery found quite alluring.
Everything about him was so arousing that Avery could barely contain himself, he wanted Rick; he needed him like crazy. Every inch of Avery's body was screaming to be touched. He wanted to feel Rick pressed against him, the weight of his body on top of him, and the feel of his hands exploring his naked form.
Slowly Rick's hand moved up Avery's hip, over his side, and beneath his shirt. He ran his hand over Avery's back, letting his fingers trail along his spine causing the boy to quiver at his touch. The kiss seemed to go on forever, and Avery savored every moment of it. Rick's touch was maddening. His kisses, gentle at first, became more intense, more demanding.
Rick pushed Avery over onto his back, resting his head against the soft pillows that were piled up near the headboard, then gently turned his head to the side and planted his lips eagerly upon the boy's neck.
"Umm..." Avery moaned as Rick kissed him. "Oh God Rick, that feels great."
Rick put his hand on the side of Avery's face. He brushed his thumb over his bottom lip. Avery opened his mouth; he nipped at Rick's thumb then kissed it.
"I love you so much Avery." Rick whispered.
He kissed him quickly on the mouth then sat up and pulled his shirt off. Avery grinned as he marveled at how handsome Rick was. Everything about him screamed sex appeal. He was completely enthralled with him. Avery loved everything about Rick, his thick auburn hair, his beautifully sensuous, cinnamon eyes, his muscular arms...Rick was a God in his eyes and Avery worshiped him.
"You have way too many clothes on." Rick mused. He pushed Avery's shirt up past his chest and pulled it off over his head.