The silence grew heavier, the only sound being the soft hum of the computer. Ben's heart pounded in his chest, his thoughts racing. He was acutely aware of Sage's nearness, the heat radiating from his body, the faint scent of his deodorant. He knew he should say something, do something, but fear held him in place. It wasn't the fear of rejection; it was the fear of crossing a line that could never be uncrossed.Without a word, Sage leaned in closer, his breath hot against Ben's neck. Ben felt his pulse quicken as Sage's hand slid up his thigh, his fingers now ghosting over the fabric of his shorts. The anticipation was electric, and Ben's body responded involuntarily, his hand reaching out to rest on Sage's. They both paused for a moment, the gravity of the situation weighing heavily on them.Suddenly, Ben's comforter was pushed aside, and Sage's hand found its way under his shirt. The sensation of Sage's calloused fingertips on his bare skin sent shivers down his spine. He turned to face his friend, their eyes locking in a silent question that needed no words. Sage searched Ben's eyes, looking for the answer, and when he found it, a gentle smile played on his lips.Ben's breath hitched as Sage leaned in, closing the distance between them. Their lips met, tentatively at first, a soft brush that sent a jolt of electricity through Ben's body. He couldn't believe this was happening; it felt like a dream, a fantasy brought to life. The kiss grew deeper, more urgent, and Ben felt himself melting into Sage, their bodies fitting together as if they'd been doing this for years.Sage's hand began to explore Ben's chest, his thumb circling one of Ben's nipples, causing it to harden under his touch. Ben gasped, the sensation shooting straight to his core, and he wrapped his arms around Sage, pulling him closer. They broke the kiss, their foreheads resting against each other as they panted, trying to catch their breath. Sage's eyes searched Ben's, a mix of desire and apprehension."Is this okay?" Sage whispered, his voice barely audible.Ben nodded, his voice catching in his throat. "Yeah," he managed to murmur, his eyes never leaving Sage's.
