Corbin House Chronicles: Brotherhood Unbound

Chapter 30: Colt Playing Cupid and Setting Up Kellan and Smith

After Colt and Kellan's bonding experience, their friendship grew stronger. It wasn't just the wild, spontaneous energy that made them click; it was the deeper connection, the shared understanding that they both had parts of themselves they were still exploring. It was refreshing for both of them to realize they could be open and vulnerable without judgment.

One evening, after a long day, Colt suggested they hit the bar. He loved getting Kellan out of his comfort zone, encouraging him to embrace the more carefree side of life. Colt was all about enjoying the moment, and he was determined to show Kellan how fun life could be when you let go and didn't take things too seriously.

As they entered the bar, Colt grinned. "You ready for some fun?" he asked, giving Kellan a playful nudge.

"I guess," Kellan replied, his tone more relaxed than usual. He still wasn't fully comfortable with some of Colt's wilder ideas, but he appreciated the way Colt made him feel more adventurous.

They found a corner table, and after a round of drinks, Colt noticed Kellan's gaze drifting toward a guy at the bar. His eyes lingered a little too long, his curiosity piqued. Colt, ever the matchmaker, smiled slyly. "You've got your eye on someone, huh?"

Kellan quickly turned away, his cheeks reddening slightly. "No, I—"

"Don't worry," Colt interrupted with a wink. "It's pretty obvious. Why not go talk to him?"

Kellan hesitated, unsure. But Colt had a way of pushing him to step outside his comfort zone, and before he knew it, Colt had encouraged him enough to walk up to the guy.

The guy, whose name turned out to be Smith, was a linebacker and wrestler. He had broad shoulders, muscular arms, and a charming smile that was hard to resist. Smith greeted Kellan with a friendly, confident handshake, making Kellan feel instantly at ease.

"Hey there," Smith said with a grin. "I'm Smith. What's your name?"

"Kellan," he responded, offering a shy but genuine smile. "Nice to meet you."

They quickly fell into conversation, and Kellan found himself enjoying Smith's easygoing nature. Smith had a way of making everything feel lighthearted and fun, joking about his wrestling days and sharing stories of his time on the football team. Kellan was impressed by his confidence, and before long, he was laughing and feeling more comfortable than he had in ages.

As the night went on, Smith suggested they grab another drink together. He leaned in closer to Kellan, and for a moment, their eyes locked. Smith's playful expression softened slightly, and Kellan felt his heart race. The chemistry was undeniable.

"Hey, I'm not too far from here," Smith said, his voice low but inviting. "You wanna come over? We can hang out and chat some more."

Kellan, feeling bold and intrigued, agreed. The two of them walked out of the bar together, Smith's hand brushing against Kellan's as they made their way to his place. The moment they entered the apartment, Kellan felt a wave of excitement mixed with nervousness. Smith was easy to talk to, but now that they were alone, there was an undeniable tension between them.

They sat down on the sofa, and Smith, ever the charmer, leaned in, his lips brushing against Kellan's. The kiss started slow and tentative, but quickly deepened as their connection grew more intense. It wasn't about rushing things—it was about savoring the moment, allowing the chemistry between them to build naturally.

Smith's hands moved to Kellan's shoulders, gently guiding him closer as the kiss became more passionate. Kellan responded with equal intensity, the nervousness melting away as he realized how much he enjoyed Smith's company.