Blue Kites and Skies // (One Shot)

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Amir and Hassan were peacefully relaxing under their favorite pomegranate tree on the hill near Baba's house. Amir was reading a tale to Hassan whom was intently listening to his master. Both boys loved spending their days like this, just soaking up each others presence and being with one another. Since it was a chilly day, Hassan had made sure to bring sweaters and a soft blanket for them both to share. As Amir's servant it was his duty to make sure his master was comfortable and did not fall ill to a cold. 

It was at this particular moment in which Hassan had started to fall deep into his own thoughts while staring at his young master. It was no secret to Hassan's own conscience that said boy was deeply attracted to his master. Though he knew as a Shi'a follower, as well as a hazara, what he felt towards the other boy was a sin. He couldn't help but feel a stronger attraction towards his dear friend.  And frankly he didn't care that he was sinning through his love towards Amir. But there was something that always shattered his hopes to be with his dearest, the fact that he knew the latter would never feel the same towards him. It broke his heart every time he came to terms with the truth, however as long as he knew Amir was happy, he didn't mind feeling the dull ache in his heart everyday. Besides, he knew that even if Amir did share his feelings, they could never be together due to Amir's Baba. Although Baba wasn't exactly the religious type, Hassan knew fully well that Baba cared extremely about his public image. Baba would definitely never allow Amir and Hassan to be together. Never. As Hassan started another depressing thought, Amir interrupted him

"So what did you think of the story Hassan?" Amir said with a small smirk as he pulled Hassan from his thoughts. Amir had just finished a chapter in the story they were reading so naturally he wanted to know Hassan's opinion. What Hassan didn't know was that midway during the story Amir had started to make up his own plot and ending with the story's characters. Expecting Hassan not to know anything due to his illiteracy made Amir a tad bit giddy even though he felt horrible for pulling such a cruel prank on his friend which he would never admit out loud. 

"Oh Amir agha, the story was simply wonderful! I believe it is the best story you have blessed me with in a long time. Bravo Amir agha!" Hassan had clapped softly toward Amir and was staring fondly at him, his endearing eyes speaking of profound love and fascination. Meanwhile Amir stared at Hassan in pure fascination at his reaction. Amir had expected to be told that the story was silly or any other negative comment, but having his young friend praise him with such endearing eyes made him feel special. Knowing that Hassan had enjoyed his story so much awakened something in him and made his chest swell with pride and happiness. He wanted to award Hassan somehow. Even though Hassan hadn't done anything monumental, Amir felt he had to return the feeling Hassan had given him. He then realized what he wanted to do and smiled warmly.

 Slowly Amir leaned onto Hassan, now their lips centimeters away that Hassan could feel Amir's breath on his lips. They looked at each other's eyes and then at their lips. Then to Hassan's surprise and disbelief Amir closed the gap between them making Hassan tense. As Amir stayed in his position,  he wrapped his arms around Hassan's waist and tried to pull him closer. With this action Hassan relaxed under Amir's touch and wrapped his arms around Amir's neck, softly kissing back by tilting his head slightly and pressing himself against Amir's lips with a soft pink dust across his cheeks. As Amir continued taking the lead, he maneuvered Hassan onto his lap and positioned himself so that he was sitting while still holding onto Hassan's slender waist. Finally after what felt like hours both boys pulled away from each other. Amir was quick to hide his face in Hassan's neck, red and flustered. Meanwhile Hassan had a loving smile while starring up at the sky completely starstruck with the actions that had just unfolded. He really was the luckiest Hazara to ever exist. His master had kissed him and he felt like he was floating on cloud 9!

"We should probably head back, Baba and Rahim will come looking for us. Besides it's almost supper time" Amir proceeded to remove Hassan from his lap while helping him to his feet. He would look anywhere but into Hassan's eyes in order to control the burning in his face and the smile that he couldn't help but form on his face.