What started with a random number (BXB) (GAY)

Late or later?

Emory arrived home pretty late; it was almost eleven when he pulled into the apartment driveway. He was tired, so he just changed into a plain white t-shirt and black basketball shorts before hopping into bed, falling asleep as soon as his head hit the pillow. He forgot to set his alarm, which was bound to cause problems in the morning. After all, Red was coming to pick him up.

In the morning, Emory was awoken by someone banging on his front door. Emory groaned and rolled over, trying to ignore it.
"Did I not tell you to be ready when I arrived?" The person yelled from outside, the banging getting louder and more aggressive.
"Who the fuck is knocking at my door?" Emory grumbled, sitting up. He thought for a moment as he got up, rubbing his head.
"Shit!" He exclaimed at once, remembering that Red was bringing him to school today.
"One minute, I'll be out in a second!" He called, scrambling to find an outfit. He grunted as he pulled a black flannel over the shirt he wore the previous night and black cargo pants.

He grabbed his bag off the counter, opening the door, panting slightly. Red crossed his arms and stepped back, looking Emory up and down.
"Did you not brush your hair?" Red questioned, narrowing his eyes slightly. Emory cursed under his breath, patting his hair down with his hand.
"No," He mumbled, avoiding eye contact. Red sighed, shaking his head.
"Did you have breakfast?" Emory paused, sucking his teeth before answering in a low voice.
"I didn't,"
"That's just great," Red began, his tone full of sarcasm. "Get in the car." Emory hesitated but rolled his eyes and walked to the car, getting in the passenger seat. Red got in after him but didn't start driving right away. He instead pulled his phone out and typed something into the search engine.
"What do you normally eat for breakfast?" Red asked, not even glancing in Emory's direction. Emory rolled his eyes before responding.
"Whatever I have, why?"
"You're not skipping breakfast. We're already late, so what's the difference?"
"You have classes to teach."
"And you have classes to go to."
"You're the driver. Who am I to argue where we go?" Emory muttered, turning and looking out the window, waiting for Red to start driving.

Red pulled up to a small, weird-looking diner and parked the car, stepping out and waiting for Emory to do the same. Emory got out, putting his hands in his pockets and glancing at Red. Red grinned before looking back at the diner and walking to the entrance. Emory followed him, rolling his eyes as he did. "This is the second time we've been to some shitty restaurant. It's like a fucking date." Emory thought as he walked through the doors, scoffing at the man at the front desk.
"I'm not even hungry. This is a waste of time," Emory muttered, glancing at Red.
"Eager to get to school?" Red responded, not even looking at Emory. Emory rolled his eyes.
"I'd just rather not be here with you."
"Get used to it, darling." Red teased before turning his attention to the man at the front desk. Emory looked down at his feet, flustered slightly. "What the fuck? Why am I flustered?" Emory thought, shaking it off as soon as it entered his mind. Emory looked back up, waiting for Red to finish talking with the man.

They got seated in a booth at the corner of the diner. The seats had rips all over them, and it was uncomfortable to sit on.
"Don't expect me to pay for any of this. It wasn't my choice to come here," Emory stated, glaring at Red. Red chuckled slightly before replying.
"Oh. You know that I wouldn't let you spend your money." Red winked before picking up the menu and looking it over. Emory rolled his eyes. Why was Red being so... flirtatious?

The waiter came over and asked them what they would like to drink, to which Red asked for water, and Emory asked... more like demanded a Dr. Pepper. When they were asked what they would like to eat, Red didn't order anything, and Emory just ordered a plain bagel with cream cheese.
"Why didn't you order anything?" Emory asked, leaning back against the booth and staring across the table at Red. Red rolled his eyes before responding,
"I already ate. I woke up at a reasonable time." Emory couldn't help but crack a smile. Something about the way Red spoke was very amusing. Red grinned in return before glancing down at his watch. It was a nice watch, a Lange & Sohne Lange 1 Tourbillion. It had a silver dial on a brown strap with a gold buckle. From what Emory knew, they could sell for around $145,000. Red looked up and noticed that Emory was staring at the watch, then said,
"You like the watch? I'll buy you one if you want." Emory furrowed his brows and crossed his arms over his chest.
"Watches are expensive," Emory responded, shaking his head.
"I'll buy you one soon. That's a promise," Red stated. There was no changing his mind about this. Emory rolled his eyes but didn't argue. Instead, he turned his attention back to the watch.
"I'd prefer black or grey," Emory mumbled, glancing up to meet Red's gaze. Red smiled and nodded.
"Then you're getting black or grey."

After they finished the food and arrived at the car, Emory sighed, slamming his head back against the seat. Red looked over at Emory, slightly confused.
"You okay there, Emory?" He asked, laughing slightly. Emory nodded, looking at Red.
"Do we have to go to school?" Emory whined a look of boredom in his eyes.
"You said it yourself. I have classes to teach."
Emory groaned in response, looking at the time on his phone. It was now 9:30 in the morning. First period was over. Emory's first period is math. It is, in his opinion the most boring, so at least that's something.
"Come on, lighten up. You'll see me in fourth period, after all. That's something to look forward to, don't you agree?" Red grinned, starting the car. Emory rolled his eyes before responding.
"I strongly disagree," Emory grumbled, turning to look out the window as Red started to drive.
Emory thought for a moment before a smile formed on his lips. Maybe he was excited to see Red. That was new.
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