Beyond Bromance ♡ (Boy x Boy)

Chapter Four

The gusts of wind fluttered through the motel's worn curtains, causing Ulrik to wrinkle his nose slightly. He glanced over at Theo, who was still sleeping sweetly and peacefully beside him, completely unaware of the new day that awaited.

A tender smile spread across Ulrik's face as he leaned over to kiss him lightly on the forehead, cheek, and nose.

"Cut it out, Ulrik," Theo mumbled sleepily, attempting to hide his head under the duvet. He was clearly not quite ready to get up yet.

But Ulrik was not easily deterred. He pulled Theo close and held him tightly, kissing him on the neck and forehead. Theo sighed, feeling a mix of irritation and comfort. He could never resist Ulrik's tender touches for long. Soon, he relaxed in Ulrik's embrace, savoring the safe, warm feeling of being with his boyfriend.

Outside, the rain drummed against the windowpane in a steady rhythm. The gray light indicated that the weather was just as dreary as it had been the day before. Theo and Ulrik had spent the previous night at this modest motel due to the horrible weather, and it appeared that conditions would not improve today.

"Maybe we should consider booking another night here?" Theo suggested, meeting Ulrik's gaze with a smile. "That way, we won't have to sleep outside in this weather."

Ulrik grinned from ear to ear, and relief radiated from his blue eyes. "That sounds like a great idea."

He let his fingers glide through Theo's soft hair and looked at him thoughtfully. "What are we going to do today?"

Theo closed his eyes and savored the sensation of Ulrik's fingers gently caressing his scalp. He felt utterly safe and cherished in his boyfriend's embrace. In that moment, this modest motel transformed into the most wonderful place in the world.

"We'll figure something out," he mumbled, pulling the duvet a little tighter around them. "Right now, I just want to lie here a little longer with you."

Theo snuggled closer to Ulrik and dozed off in his safe embrace. Ulrik smiled tenderly at his boyfriend, showering him with gentle, soft kisses on his forehead and temples. Each careful touch was imbued with tenderness and affection.

A sigh of pure bliss escaped Theo's lips. Half-asleep, he intertwined his fingers with Ulrik's, clinging to him as if to reassure himself that this moment was real.

"I love you so much," Theo whispered, his voice thick with drowsiness. The words held a profound significance, quietly revealing just how much Ulrik meant to him.

"And I love you even more," Ulrik whispered in response. He lifted their intertwined hands and kissed each of Theo's fingers, silently affirming his tender words.

Theo's eyes flew open, a playful glint sparkling within them. He lifted his head and captured Ulrik's lips in a tender yet insistent kiss. Ulrik responded with equal passion, and they lay there lazily kissing, savoring the closeness and intimacy between them.

Suddenly, Theo broke the kiss and began to laugh, a low, bubbling sound that resonated through his body. Ulrik raised an inquisitive eyebrow.

"What on earth is so funny?"

"You," Theo teased affectionately, gently poking him on the tip of his nose. "You've become so incredibly soft lately."

But deep down, Theo cherished this new, softer side of Ulrik. The fact that Ulrik dared to reveal his vulnerability and express his love for him filled him with a warm, tingling sensation in his chest.

Ulrik sat up abruptly and feigned offense. "I am not!" he exclaimed, crossing his arms. However, the smile at the corners of his mouth betrayed him. "I'm macho as hell."