CHAPTER 8 THE TUX NIGHT

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Zach met Sean's gaze in the mirror and couldn't help but smile. "It has to be perfect," he replied, his hands finally stilling. "Tonight's a big night."

Sean rose from the bed and stepped behind Zach, their eyes locking in the reflection. "You're perfect just the way you are," Sean said softly, straightening Zach's tie one final time. "But I get it, it's prom night. We've got to look sharp."

The room fell into a comfortable silence as they shared a moment, both aware of the significance of the evening ahead. It wasn't just any prom; it was theirs, a celebration of their high school journey and the love that had blossomed between them.

A knock on the door broke their reverie, and Mrs. Voight's voice called out, "Boys, are you ready? Your parents are waiting downstairs."

Taking a deep breath, Zach turned to Sean, his hand finding Sean's in a firm grip. "Ready as I'll ever be," he said, his voice steady despite the butterflies in his stomach.

Together, they made their way downstairs, where Mr. and Mrs. Voight and Mr. Sinclair awaited, their faces alight with pride and joy. The parents exchanged knowing glances, each reflecting on the growth and resilience they had witnessed in their sons.

As they stood side by side, ready to step out into the world, Zach and Sean knew that this was more than just a night of dancing and celebration. It was a testament to their love, a love that had endured the trials of adolescence and emerged stronger for it.

Mrs. Voight’s eyes brimmed with pride as she beheld her son and his partner. “Boys, you look absolutely dashing!” she exclaimed, her voice a tender mix of joy and nostalgia. “Before you guys leave, let’s capture this moment. Stand together by the mantel.”

As they posed, Mr. Voight couldn’t help but chuckle. “Look at you two, ready to conquer the world,” he said, his tone light but his words heavy with meaning. Mr. Sinclair, standing beside him, nodded in agreement, his smile speaking volumes of the love and acceptance in his heart.

 Sinclair, standing beside him, nodded in agreement, his smile speaking volumes of the love and acceptance in his heart

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The camera flashed, immortalizing the moment, as Mrs. Voight whispered, “This is more than just a photo"

With a final check in the hallway mirror, they opened the front door, stepping into the twilight that heralded the beginning of an unforgettable evening.

As Zach and Sean walked down the school hallway, their steps in sync, the echo of their shoes against the polished floor was accompanied by the soft murmur of their voices.

"You know," Zach began, his voice low and tinged with a laugh, "I never thought I'd be going to prom, let alone with someone as amazing as you."

Sean squeezed Zach's hand, a gesture filled with warmth. "Life is full of surprises," he replied, his eyes gleaming with affection. "And for the record, I always knew I'd be going to prom with someone special. I just didn't know it would be the MyStar ."

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