The Dom and The Daddy

Chapter 12: The Change

Perth was sitting at his desk on as video call with a client when Saint walked in with 3 large iced lattes. Signaling the call was almost over, Perth gestured for Saint to have a seat.

Taking one of the seats opposite Perth, Saint watched as his best friend charmed and wooed the client with an easy grace that so few in this industry possess.

Saint had never been as comfortable pitching ideas as he was drawing them up. The duality between the two friends turned business partners, was what made them the most sought after firm in the state. That along with the corporate connections and backing of Perths father gave them the ability to pick and choose the projects they wanted to pursue. They were currently working out the final details on a new highrise apartment complex that would feature a ground floor mall, movie theater and various restaurants and fast food eateries. Once completed the multimillion dollar venture would be the shining example their work.

Saint couldn't help but think of all the opportunities that amount of notoriety would afford them. He was roused from his day dream as he heard Perth ending the call. "Ugh, remind me again how I got the Privilege of dealing with all the lawyers and corporate executives, while you get to sit on your ass and draw pretty pictures." Perth remarked as he raked his fingers through his hair then reached for the much needed caffeine. Chuckling Saint responded "Because you love to wheel and deal and your good at it, plus you can't draw for shit and you have the design style of a college frat boy." Grinning over his cup of coffee, Perth raised his eyebrow in agreement "Yeah, well we can't all be the Michaelangelo of Design." "Haha, your in a good mood this morning, any one in particular responsible for that change?" Saint asked with a smirk knowing full well Perth had set his sights on the cute bartender. "I should be asking you that question, did you ever get that stain out of your shirt, or did you perhaps get distracted by a tall, handsome club owner. " Perth said with a truly curious glance. "Oh you mean the tall, handsome club owner you abandoned me with so you could go chase your doe eyed bartender with the full lips." Saint shot back. "He really does have great eyes." Perth responded with a look of whimsy as he recalled the way Earth's eyes shined when he smiled. Always attentive Saint immediately noticed a change in Perths attitude. "What is with that goofy look?" Saint asked. "What goofy look? I don't know what you're talking about. " Perth said quickly trying to divert Saint's attention. "Oh no no no my friend, you are so not getting out of this conversation. What exactly happened with you and Mr. Lashes and Lips?" Saint pressed. Amused by Saint's description, Perth said "Mr. Lashes and Lips? Really Saint?? And I don't see you volunteering any juicy details about your little rendezvous." "Ok, that's true but that's how I am, but you are NEVER this tight lipped after a night with a hot guy! So what gives?" Saint asked. With a sigh of surrender Perth told Saint all about his night and morning with Earth. "Wait just a damn minute! You let him spend the night? Isn't that like your cardinal rule, No Sleeping Over! I thought you said you could never relax with a stranger in your bed." Saint recounted all the reasons Perth had ever given for avoiding such entanglements. "Everything you just said is true, I don't know man, he's just different. I can't explain it, I don't even think I get it, but I just didn't wanna let him go. I mean he is beautiful and sexy as hell and the Sex is off the charts. But it was like somehow, I don't know, he just got past my defenses. " Perth said shaking his head in disbelief at what he had just as admitted. "Wow! Could this be the beginning of something real? Do you plan to see him again?" Saint asked. "Actually we made plans to meet tomorrow afternoon." Said Perth with a smirk. "Lunch on a Tuesday afternoon! This is more serious than I thought. I'm really excited for you man." Saint said bringing up his coffee in a mock toast. "Cool your jets buddy it's not like I'm ready to pick out china patterns." Perth responded. Laughing Saint said "I find it hilarious you even know that's a thing." "Oh shut the hell up Smartass, I can know things. " Perth said tossing a stress ball at Saints head. "Ok, so I gave up mine, what's your story? Did you finally get laid?" Perth inquired. "Such a romantic and if you must know, NO we did not have sex!" Answered Saint with a satisfied grin. "Ah huh, so you didn't HAVE SEX but you did 'get off'." Said Perth smiling confidently. "How the hell could you possibly know that?" Demanded Saint leaning forward in his chair. "Dude, you volunteered the 'no sex' thing too quickly and you kinda got this glow about you that's new." Said Perth waving his hand in front of Saint's now blushing cheeks.