Pete had brought me home with him for the Easter holiday. Frankly, I thought it was a little soon to do the whole "meet the parents" thing. We'd hooked up earlier in the semester and - from my perspective, at least - we were just fuck buddies...MAYBE friends with benefits. I thought Pete and I were on the same page. But, when he'd invited me down to The OC with him for the holiday, I started to realize he was more into me than I was into him. I should've turned down his invitation and immediately ended things with him. After all, guys on campus to fuck around with were a dime a dozen. I'd probably be able to find a new FB before the day was out.
But, the truth was, Pete was a good guy and he was a good friend. I didn't want to hurt him. It's amazing the corners we'll paint ourselves into to spare the feelings of others, isn't it? So, a few days later, I was standing next to him in the foyer of his father's house, having just heard him call out to his dad.
Moments later, the most gorgeous man I'd ever laid eyes on appeared, grinning from ear to ear. His slightly worn face showed that he was probably in his mid to late 50s, but it didn't hide this good looks that could rival even the most attractive model or movie star. I also couldn't take my eyes off of the sleeveless shirt and shorts he was wearing, showing off his absolutely ripped arms and legs. Suddenly, I was glad that I hadn't turned down Pete's invitation, after all.
Mr. Davison pulled his son into a big hug. "Petey! It's so good to see you!"
"Likewise, Dad!"
He patted Pete's shoulder and had the hugest smile on his face. It was actually heartwarming to see a father and son so close. Of course, my mind was already working in overdrive, playing out all kinds of scenarios where Mr. Davison and I had our bodies as close as Pete and his dad were right now. Only, "heartwarming" isn't exactly the right word to describe those fantasies.
Mr. Davison broke the hug and both he and Pete turned to look at me. "Dad, this is Rob."
I extended my hand to him, preparing to greet him. Not breaking that dick-twitching smile of his, Mr. Davison surprised me by pulling me into a hug, too. I was in heaven! "Rob, it's so good to finally meet you," Pete's dad said heartily, as our hug continued much to my delight. "Pete's told me all about you."
For a moment, I cringed. It was just further proof that Pete had a completely different idea about our relationship than me. This whole situation was getting too sticky for my liking...and not the good kind of sticky.
"It's good to meet you too, Mr. Davison. Pete's spoken so highly of you. I've been anxious to meet you!"
Mr. Davison broke our hug. "Rob, please. Call me Ted. Listen, boys. I'm sorry. I'd hoped to be showered, dressed, and ready to head out to dinner when you two got here. Give me ten minutes and I'll be right back here, ready to take you two hungry college guys to dinner!"
"It's no problem, Dad. I'll show Rob around while you get ready."
Really, I would've been perfectly happy helping Ted Davison out with his shower. But, alas, I had to keep portraying the dutiful boyfriend. God, that word made me shudder...boyfriend.
I watched Ted as he ascended the stairs, unable to take my eyes off his body - particularly his shapely, muscled ass in his shorts - as he moved. He must've felt eyes on him because he stopped halfway up and turned to look back, catching my gaze. I flashed him a quick grin, which elicited a questioning look from him. It was then that Pete's voice cut through my thoughts and distracted me. I turned to see him over in the living room, talking to me as if I was right there with him. He was completely unaware that I was still in the foyer, lusting after his hunky father. By the time that I turned back to the staircase, Ted had vanished upstairs to take his shower.
I took that as my cue to join Pete. For the next few minutes, he showed me the living room, kitchen, spacious basement, and backyard complete with hot tub and gazebo. I tried to seem interested. But really, the only thing I was interested in was probably inside right now, toweling off his wet, rock hard body.
We were outside in the gazebo chit chatting when Pete's hand grazed mine. I turned from looking at the beautifully manicured backyard to face him when he surprised me with a tender kiss. It was sweet, but there was no spark. The kiss lingered - I didn't have the heart to pull back from him - when I heard the sound of a throat-clearing behind us. "Save it for later, you horny toads! We've got a 6 o'clock reservation to get to!" It was Ted with a huge grin on his face. Apparently what Pete told me about his dad being super-cool about his being gay was true.
I was embarrassed about being caught like that. Not because I didn't want Ted to think I was disrespecting him by making out with his son openly like that. I was embarrassed because I felt like Ted and I'd had a moment earlier in the foyer and I didn't want him to feel deterred by remembering that his son was into me.
Dinner was fun. Steaks and beer all around. It was obvious seeing them interact that Pete really loved his dad and the feeling was mutual. Growing up in a single-parent home, it actually made me a little sad that I'd never really had that relationship with my own father. We'd just gotten back to the house when Pete's phone rang. After looking at the screen, he remarked. "Huh... It's Aunt Sue..." He took the call and wandered back into the foyer, leaving Ted and I alone in the living room, sitting on opposing couches.
"So, Rob... Petey tells me you're working your way toward a law degree. What kind of law are you looking at practicing the future?"
"Probably corporate," I responded, flattered that he was actually interested in knowing something about me outside of being his son's boyfriend...I shuddered again at that word.
"So, you'll be representing faceless conglomerates, helping them screw over the little guy, huh? He chuckled to let me know he was teasing me and I saw a twinkle in his eye. On top of everything else this stud had going for him, I really loved his sense of humor.
"Yeah. I guess that's what I'll be doing. But, no matter what type of law you get into, you're pretty much helping some asshole weasel out of the type of justice he should be getting."
Ted laughed. "Yeah. You got a point there, Robby!" It made me beam to hear him call me Robby. It made me feel like we'd gotten closer. Now, if I could just find a way to get physically closer to him...
Pete re-entered from the foyer with a worried look on his face. "What's wrong, Son? You look like you just saw a ghost."
His voice shaking, Pete could barely get out the words. "A-aunt S...Susan just s-said...they rushed Mom to the h-hospital."
Ted and I were instantly out of our seats and at Pete's side. Ted comforting his son and me trying to. "My God, Son! What happened?"
"A-aunt S-sue says they think she's going to be fine. T-they think it's just...an allergic reaction. But I'm really worried. I think I'm gonna go to the hospital and see her."
"Do you want me to go with you?" I piped-up. I may not care about Pete the way he cares about me. But, I'm no monster. And I do like him as a friend.
Pete patted my shoulder. "No. It's okay, Rob. I'm just gonna run over there, make sure she's okay. Then, I'll be back."