Souls Tied: A Love Island Tale (Aaron x Rob)

A New Snake to Wrangle

"Wanna see my cartwheel?" Aaron jumped up and down excitedly.

That night's cocktail set everyone in a playful mood, but Aaron was one of the few with the most euphoria. Getting those feelings for Rob off his chest and exchanging them for a hot kiss made him tipsier than the champagne. He hopped off the deck into the lawn and performed a sloppy round-off, earning a round of applause and laughter in return. Dizzy, he curtsied and danced his way back to the counter.

"That was pretty cool," Rob praised him.

"Wait, Rob, you said you wrangle snakes, right?"

"Yeah..."

"Do you have a favorite kind of snake?"

"I don't know, I don't really have a favorite but when I catch something huge like a python or something, I feel like I'm high!"

"Oh, that sounds like a lot of fun!"

"Did you know that snakes have two dicks?"

The two burst into endless laughter. Aaron almost fell into the body on the other side of him, but he wrapped an arm around Rob's next to steady himself. A few seconds later, a chime from someone's phone cut through the party noise.

"I got a text!" Kaylor shouted from the outside of the circle.

Lowkey forgot she existed...

The islanders eagerly gathered around her.

"'Islanders, the Hideaway is open! Choose one couple to spend a private night together. #AfterHours, #Freaky.'"

"Aaron and Rob!" someone in the crowd chanted.

Everyone else immediately repeated the chant numerous times. Aaron found Rob's blushing face in the sea of people and they both giggled. The islander waves guided them together.

"Was not expecting that," Rob whispered in Aaron's ear, "But this should be fun..."

His hot breath caused Aaron's goosebumps to come out of hiding.

It's all happening so quickly... I hope it all goes well...

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A pink and yellow door in an ivy wall opened up to reveal a miniature villa embellished with warm fairy lights and lanterns, sultry neon signs, palm trees and scattered fauna, sand bunkers, and wooden stairs that gave the floor dimension. Couches and a jacuzzi greeted the Hideaway guests, eventually leading them to a jungle-themed bedroom.

"Why does this look like I'm back at work?" Rob joked.

"Wait, was there something you forgot to tell me about your job?" Aaron cheekily squeezed his lover's hand.

"No, like, I'm thinking about all those jungle snakes I've caught."

"That would totally make sense... Wait, what's that?"

Aaron's attention was captured by a mirrored wardrobe with neon letters that read "pull here for a good time." Obeying its simple instructions, he lightly tugged at the handle and opened it. The interior walls were lined with red velvet and an assortment of whips, paddles, belts, masks, handcuffs, plugs, and suggestive dice games.

"Do we want to go that crazy tonight?" Aaron stepped out of the way to let Rob peek inside.

"I don't know... I mean, I've never slept with a guy before..."

Aaron swatted Rob in the chest, "You did for two nights, Rob!"

"That's not what I meant."

"Do you even want to have sex tonight? Because we absolutely do not have to."

Rob took a step back and scanned Aaron up and down. His heart aggressively pounded as he awaited a verdict that would impact the rest of the night.

"I did enjoy that kiss earlier," he finally admitted, "And you said in your bad poem..."

"Hey!"

"You said you were interested in exploring what we have, and I think this will be a great way for us to do that, but..."

"What?"

"...I've only f*cked girls, so this might be a total sh*tshow."

"If it makes you feel any better, I haven't done this either, and I'm sure it won't be any different."

"I just don't want to disappoint you..."

Aaron watched Rob drop his head low. From what he remembered from his past, the first time was usually the worst, but he was positive that this would be no exception. All the days spent with him have also caused his mind to wonder about how what they had could progress platonically, then romantically, then sexually, but he would never admit that last part out loud. He swiped a finger under Rob's chin and lifted it up until their eyes met.

"This will be how we learn," he made the first move with a smooch on his cheek, "Now I want you to do your worst..."

Aaron planted more kisses on Rob's face and neck until he mimicked him. Rob slid off his overalls, revealing a pair of novelty boxers covered in hearts.

"Besides," he temporarily pulled away and smirked, "When there's a new snake to wrangle, I never hold back."

Aaron felt Rob eyeing his belt area before the eye contact returned, establishing that he was going to be taking the lead this time. He pushed him onto the bed and showered him with kisses as he straddled him; from the lips, to the neck, to the chest. He unbuttoned his shirt and his hands took a similar path. Aaron brushed his fingers against his back as every mouth movement, his heart progressively skipping harder and harder. Then, when the electricity got closer to its peak, he gripped the sheets at his sides, bracing himself for an adventurous and life-changing night ahead. *

*Guys I canNOT write smut for the life of me. I wanted to push myself out of my comfort zone a little by adding a tiny bit of it, but now I want to pour bleach in my eyes after writing that, and I deeply apologize if you are feeling the same way as the reader :(