Never let go [mxm] ON HOLD

Chapter 12

"Come here ". Corbin offered Ross his hand as they got out of the car and headed to the restaurant Corbin made reservations at. Ross did as he was told with a small smile as he felt Corbin's large, warm and rough hand hold onto his own gently.

They walked down a lively street, lit with colorful lights and crowded . It was very noisy yet Ross felt comfortable thanks to the presence of the man beside him. Ross watched couples that passed them and for a change he didn't feel jealous, after all now he too have someone. The last time he was in a date was too long ago and it was with Axel so it wasn't much to go by with. After Axel it was hard for him to find someone he wanted to get serious with- not that he didn't have enough suitors. He just found it easier to avoid issues of the heart by preventing himself from giving something more than his body.

That's how he saw it before Corbin, but shortly after meeting him he was breaking any rules he set for himself as his walls crumbled and fell, allowing himself to be conquered.

And it was wonderful.

Love was wonderful.

He never pegged himself for the kind that fell easily for another but here he was- in love with a man he barely knew. And it was nothing like what he felt with Axel. With Axel he believed he was in love, maybe because he was desperate to be in love but at the end it wasn't love and he wasn't loved either. At most it was affection and need. But even if so it was, it still hurt to be betrayed by Axel.

Corbin was entirely else. Ross loved him, needed him, wanted him and desired him with every part of his body. He wanted a future with him, he wanted this to work and last- he was happy. He was loved. He felt lucky and brighter than ever. When was the last time he was truly loved? He didn't know. Corbin was amazing, Ross wasn't only intrigued by his appearance but also by his personality. He was an honest and persistent man that liked to be in control and yet he had a spoiled side that he wouldn't admit to. Corbin fought for what he believed in and held pride in that and it was also pleasant that he had an healthy sense of humor . He was perfect for Ross.

The air was a bit chilly but Ross felt warm and giddy inside. A smile curved on his lips as he glanced at Corbin that was leading him through the crowd . Of course that they got a few disapproving looks at their tangled hands but who cares? Nothing could ruin it for them, they were already wrapped in a world of their own with no concerns, just like two teenagers that were experiencing first love- it was sweet and belonged only to them.

"Here it is " Corbin announced at they stood infront of a fancy looking restaurant that reflected the glowing lights of the street. It held a colorful sign that indicated it wasn't a regular restaurant.

"'Papa' ?" Ross read and chuckled at the sign that held the rainbow colors. "Really? " Corbin only shrugged before pulling Ross in.

"Welcome to 'Papa'!" A cheerful flamboyant guy greeted them and Corbin nodded and asked for the table he reserved. They were led to the back of the restaurant and Ross couldn't help but smile.

The restaurant had an awful name but it looked nice and neat inside and most of the tables held same sèx couples. Somehow it gave a comforting and calming atmosphere - here they could kiss and hold hands and no one would stare or give a damn.

The interior of the restaurant was relatively tamed with the colors of gold, brown, beige and red.

It was arranged in a way that allowed every couple a bit of privacy and the dimmed light gave a romantic aura. Ross couldn't ignore the fact that it was very quiet and it was appreciated. The staff had really cute attire that matched in color with the restaurant and every one of them also had a rainbow bow tie, probably to show support and assure whoever that they were proud and weren't afraid to show it. It was lovely.