"So, your parents were supporting when you came out of the closet ?" Asked Aryan.
"Well, Yes. My mother has been to pride parade with me lots of times. For Dad, it took him a little time to get used to it and understanding it but he was also fine. You can say people around me that were close to me were very supportive, My mom, dad, and my best friend. But few relatives and former school time friends though broke their contact with me but it makes me see true friends and people who truly cares about me."
"I wish I had parents like you. I don't know how badly my parents will react when I'll come out to them."
"You don't know this for sure. Maybe their reaction will not be bad as you think but take your time and when you feel like it's time to tell them. Go and tell them until then relax."
Aryan doesn't know how time passed, they were busy talking about their life, their job, hobbies. It felt very natural to Aryan like he is talking with someone he knew for a long time. Rohit is a very cheerful, outgoing type of guy who'll make you feel comfortable in his presence.
"I think we should leave now. It's Monday tomorrow and I have to get up early and go to work." Aryan said.
"It feels like you just came and now you are going, but you are right. I also have to be at work early tomorrow so we should leave."
"Waiter? " Rohit called for the waiter.
"Yes sir"
"Bill please."
"Sure sir "
"Rohit, I'll pay the bill. It's your restaurant so the bill will be on me. "
"Yeah, like I am going to let you. ''
"Yes."
"No."
"Yes."
"No."
"How about I pay today and then you can any on next date? "
"Hmm... That sounds good. "
After dinner, Rohit insisted on driving Aryan back, On the way they were listening to songs, talking, and watching the scenery outside. The silence between them was very comfortable, not a sign of awkwardness. Rohit stopped the car in front of Aryan's building.
"So, This is it then. Bye."
"Bye. Good night."
Both said good night to each other but neither Rohit open the door nor Aryan asked him to or tried to. Rohit kept tapping at the steering and Aryan was just sitting there nervously. The atmosphere was intense.
"Ummm... I should go."
"Yeah," Rohit said looking at Aryan's lips. But neither Aryan moved nor Rohit, both kept staring at each other.
Aryan bit his lips looking at Rohit.
"Can I?, " Rohit asked.
Aryan nodded, unable to say anything. He was excited yet nervous because he didn't know how to kiss.
He closed his eyes because of excitement and to show Rohit his consent.
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You are my strength (mxm)
Short StoryI was alone and afraid, but when you entered my life, you brought a beautiful light and strength that helped me rediscover myself. Aryan felt like he was being swallowed by darkness, exhausted and suffocated by hiding his true self from everyone. Bu...