ZaintSee

Workshop 2

Now that their families knew, Saint didn't feel like they had to hide their relationship. Not that they had purposefully hid it before, but now if Saint wanted to touch Zee he wouldn't have to worry about how long that touch lingered or if he felt like leaning his head on Zee's shoulder then he would stay there as long as he liked. They hadn't made a big public announcement because it was still their private business but if anyone asked Saint would happily tell them he loved Zee.

It was strange to Zee how little their relationship had changed since they told their families. Neither of them were big on kissing in public and that stayed the same, they had always liked little touches and stealing glances and that hadn't changed either. The only difference Zee could think of was that he had gotten more confident in flirting in front of people. Before he'd happily wrap an arm around Saint but now he would pinch his cheeks and tell anyone who would listen how cute those chubby cheeks were.

The second workshop came around quickly and they were both eager to work together again but they'd be lying if they said they didn't have some reservations. Saint was worried how he could hide his own feelings for Zee and turn them in to Tutor's feelings for Fighter. Their relationships were so different it was going to be a challenge but Saint loved acting so he was willing to take this challenge head on.

Zee's main concern about these workshops were centred around the other people who would be there. He was happy to hug and have that kind of intimacy with Saint any time but kissing him in front of people rubbed him the wrong way for two reasons. Firstly, kissing was something that they enjoyed a lot, but it almost always led to something more. So what if Zee started kissing Saint and forgot they weren't alone? What if he got aroused in front of the other actors and staff? Zee thought he would die from embarrassment. Secondly it just felt wrong to be told he had to kiss Saint a certain way. He wanted to kiss him however he wanted and not have to turn his head 38° to the left to pick up their lips on camera 5...

Zee shook his head to chase those thoughts away. They were here now and Zee knew how important being professional was to Saint, so even if it meant stamping down his embarrassment and faking it til he made it, then that was what he would have to do.

They entered the room together and said their hello's to the coach. Saint already had his arm slung over Zee's shoulder and the coach commented on how good their chemistry was looking.  Saint flushed slightly not sure if now was the right time to tell her they were dating. "I should hope so," said Zee "he is my boyfriend after all." and pecked his cheek. The coach smiled "I had a feeling that you were already together since our first session. So how long have you been together?"

Saint was definitely blushing now. "We only started dating after our first workshop with you. We haven't even known each other that long." He explained shyly. The coach appeared checked by that bit of information. "Really? I thought you guys were already a couple the second you walked in the door... Well I guess we won't have to be too worried about your chemistry on screen, but let's see what you can do." Saint breathed a sigh of relief, he loved having work could throw himself into.

The first exercise was simple enough, Saint had to sit in Zee's lap. Easy, right? Except it wasn't. Zee could feel how tense Saint was and he didn't like it. He began stroking his arm absentmindedly trying to get him to relax, but it had the opposite effect. He felt Saint stiffen even more. Zee wasn't the only one who noticed. "Are you ok Saint?" Their coach asked. "You don't look comfortable."

Saint knew it was stupid but his brain wouldn't stop. He was Sat in Zee's lap and all he could think of was how much better this would be if they were alone... and naked... "Sorry," he said "I'm just trying to think how my character would act..." Saint hated lying but in the case the truth was not an option. "Ok," the coach replied "don't think too much for now. Just go with the feelings." Saint swallowed, think that would be easier said than done. He had to do this. He wasn't one to shy away from a challenge so he took a deep breath and made himself relax.

Zee could feel the moment Saint relaxed in his arms. The rest of the workshop passed without much trouble after that until it was time to kiss. It took about 6 attempts before Zee could actually kiss Saint without laughing in his face. Poor Saint got sprayed with his saliva quite a few times. In the end Saint had clearly had enough because he ended up grabbing Zee's face and kissing him hard. After the initial shock had worn off, Zee managed to kiss on demand without freaking out. He was proud of himself for being able to actually act with his boyfriend and not just kissing him for real. Their kisses as Fighter and Tutor were nothing compared to the ones they shared as Zee and Saint.

It was a long day but they made it through and according to their coach managed to do an amazing job. Once they had finished they went to grab some food before heading to Saint's place. They were supposed to be planning their next travel vlog but after all of the fake kisses and touches they both needed the real thing.