CHAPTER ELEVEN
Changing into sweats, Chris went downstairs to heat up the carry-out. Bringing it and drinks up on a tray, he sat the food down and leaned over Vin once again. "Vin? Vin, it's Chris. Time to wake up." Speaking softly, Chris waited until he saw Vin's eyes flicker open. Focusing slowly, Vin suddenly realized who was calling him.
"Oh Chris, huh . . . I . . . I'm sorry. I didn't mean to use your bed. I just . . . you were gone and I . . . " Vin started to get up, but Chris pushed him back into the pillows.
"Like you here just fine, Vin. Did you sleep well? I've got Chinese take out for us. We need to eat before the guys get here." Chris began helping Vin arrange pillows behind him so he could sit up to eat. Reaching in his pocket, Chris brought out the new medication. Holding it up, he read. "It's called Vioxx. Doc Gavin says it's a new powerful pain medication that also helps with inflammation. He wants you to take it at a different time than your pain meds. So, here is the muscle relaxant and this Vioxx. Hungry?" Chris moved the tray to a place in the middle of the bed. Slipping around to the other side of the bed, he eased himself up on the bed and settled beside Vin.
Both men ate hungrily and finished quickly. Chris lifted the tray and made to carry it down stairs. Looking back at Vin, he spoke. "Why don't I run the whirlpool for you, the water from those jets should feel good on your back." Vin nodded and climbed slowly out of the bed. Pulling off his sweat top slowly, he followed Chris carefully down the stairs.
Chris started filling the whirlpool with hot water and some mineral bath salts. He helped Vin undress and ease into the soothing water. Vin moved around until the water spray jets were streaming hot water into the still tender areas of his back. The effect was so relaxing that Vin didn't even notice the beginnings of an erection. Being naked in front of Chris, had caused his body to react. Between the medication and the heat of the water, Vin nodded off to sleep, his hand resting gently around his penis.
Chris kept an eye on Vin as he set up the bar and stocked the refrigerator with beer in anticipation of the visit by the rest of the team. Making sure he had plenty of snacks, Chris wandered back to the enclosed patio that held the JACUZZI. Seeing Vin's eyes closed and the placement of his hand, Chris shook his head. He sure hoped Vin's x-rays looked better tomorrow and the new medicine worked. He was running out of resistance when it came to resisting the advances and beauty of his new lover.
Going over behind Vin, Chris knelt and placed both hands on the sharpshooter's shoulders. Beginning to massage the broad shoulders, he felt Vin begin to wake up.
Vin felt warm hands touch his skin. Opening his eyes, he remembered where he was and relished the feel of Chris's fingers on his neck and upper back. Leaning his head back, he looked at Chris upside down. Chris smiled and leaned over, summing up all his pent up feelings in one kiss. Vin let Chris's tongue slide through his lips and explore the inside of his mouth. He felt Chris change his body position and reach down to touch Vin's rapidly engorging penis. Squeezing and pumping quickly, Chris soon had Vin panting and pushing his cock deeper into Chris's hand.
"Oh . . . hmmm . . . nice way to wake up." Vin managed to mumble while still inhaling Chris's tongue. Pulling his mouth away, Vin looked down and watched as Chris placed a hand on the hip of his injured side ;as the other continuing to stroke his hardened shaft faster and faster. Letting his hands fall to his sides under the water, Vin began to moan and toss his head as he felt his sperm begin to boil and force it's way into his groin. "Chris! Don't stop . . . gonna . . . ah . . . oh, yes . . . yes . . . tighter . . . ah . . . let me MOVE!!!" Vin screamed as creamy liquid began to spurt into the water. Chris continued to hold Vin's hip and stroke him until he felt Vin's penis soften and relax.
Kissing Vin deeply again, Chris rose up and unzipped his pants. Standing where Vin had full access to his erection, he placed his hands gently on Vin's head and pulled it carefully forward until he felt Vin's moist mouth engulf him. Closing his eyes, he concentrated on feeling Vin work his penis. "Vin, sorry I just couldn't wait after I saw you in here. God, I want you so bad!! Do me . . . oh, yes, do that again . . . please."
Vin heard Chris's voice and retraced his actions with his tongue. Placing his tongue on the slit at the top of Chris's cock, Vin pushed and then sucked the tip until he felt Chris start to thrust. Opening his mouth wider, he let more of Chris's long shaft slide in and out. Placing his hand at the base of the penis, Vin squeezed. When Vin moved his other hand into Chris's briefs, Chris spread his legs and quickly pushed his pants down over his buttocks. Vin let his mouth continue to move as he gently took Chris's balls in his hand and with his finger reached out and pressed on the area in front of the anus.
Chris felt Vin hit his pressure point and groaned deeply feeling himself begin to ejaculate into the young man's mouth. "Ah . . . God, Vin . . . shit!!! This is good . . . so fine . . . ah, suck harder can you? Let me in deeper . . . need more . . . oh . . . " Chris continued to moan and thrust, now out of control; letting Vin's hands and mouth move him to ecstasy.
Both men heard the cars turn in the driveway at the same time. Looking up in panic with his mouth still on Chris's penis, Vin pictured the reaction of the others if they walked in on Chris and him. Feeling Chris pull out slowly, the long groan from the older man told Vin all he needed to know about how Chris had liked their lovemaking.
Chris opened his eyes and looked down to see Vin's eyes wide with panic. Smiling gently, he reached over grabbing two towels. Wetting his in the water, Chris wiped himself clean and redressed. Helping Vin, they made quick work of drying Vin . Vin grabbed his sweats as Chris gave him a quick kiss and bolted toward the front door.
CHAPTER TWELVE
Josiah was about to ring the doorbell when Chris opened it for him. Seeing the other five loaded down with bags of groceries, he quickly let them all in pointing to the kitchen. Nathan handed his bag to JD as he stopped in front of Chris.
"How's Vin doing? Did that new medication help?" Chris was about to answer when he heard Vin on the staircase. Turning he watched Vin carefully negotiate the steps.
"Ask him yourself." Vin looked up at the sound of Chris's voice. Vin eased himself down the last step and crossed to where Nathan and Chris were standing.
"Nathan." Vin smiled as he shook the healer's hand. "Yeah, that new medicine that Dr. Gavin gave me is really helping. I'm seeing him for new x-rays in the morning. Did you make those honey chicken wings?" Vin turned from the two men and made his way into the kitchen.
"Guess he's feeling better." Nathan chuckled and slapped Chris on the shoulder.
"Reckon so." Chris lead the way into his kitchen. Admiring the large spread of food spread out on the counter top, he smiled realizing how glad he was to have his entire team together again.
Filling their plates, the seven made their way into the den and lounged among the chairs and floor. Vin stretched carefully in his recliner and watched the other men interact. The interaction and continuing banter between JD and Buck amused him and he watched fascinated as their friendship for each other was demonstrated by their actions and words.
Vin let his gaze wander to the chair where Chris was sitting. Chris was involved in an intense discussion of the defensive tactics of the Bronco's with Josiah. Vin took his time letting his eyes trace every part of Chris's anatomy. Thinking back to their earlier bath time fun, Vin felt the heat begin to build in his groin. Pulling up the afghan around his waist, he made an effort to cover the growing evidence. Continuing to watch Chris, Vin felt his eyelids start to close and made no effort to stop them.
Nathan watched Vin, noting how his attention seemed to be on Chris even when he was engaged in conversation with one of the others. Seeing Vin stir and pull up his blanket, Nathan watched as the sharpshooter tried fighting his sleepiness but soon gave up. Rising, Nathan made his way to Vin's chair and took the soda can from his hand. Pulling up the blanket further, he smiled when he saw the bulge in the fabric of Vin sweats. Glad for Vin, he hoped he had found some security and love in the home of Chris Larabee.
"Chris. It's getting late. I think Vin has had about all he can take of our company." Nathan stood next to Chris's chair gesturing to Vin's sleeping form.
Chris looked quickly in Vin's direction. Smiling he stood and picked up his afghan. Placing it gently under Vin's chin and spreading it softly, Chris nodded his head and looked at the others. "Maybe we should call it a night. The medicine Vin's on makes him pretty tired and we have an early doctor's appointment in the morning.
Buck grunted as he levered himself off the floor shaking the sleeping JD as he did. "Come on junior. Let's go home to your own bed. Tell ya, JD doesn't need a sleeping pill. All you have to do is turn on a football game and wait for the second quarter. Works like a charm." Seeing Vin sound asleep, Buck chuckled and smiled.
"Looks like you have the same problem Chris. Need help getting him to bed?" Buck chuckled and began to sit JD upright.
Chris looked over at Vin, his long shining hair tossed across his face. The only visible part of his face, those pouting full lips. Feeling himself harden slightly, he shook his head "no" and began gathering empty cans and paper plates. "I'll let him sleep here till he wakes up. Then help him to the quest room."
With Nathan , Ezra and Josiah helping, quick work was made of the clean up in the den and the kitchen. Buck helped the groggy JD to the car and others followed carrying what was left of the party food. Nathan fell back so that he could be the last one to leave.
Pausing at the door, Nathan put his hand gently on Chris's arm. "Vin seems to have prospered under your care. Don't mean to get in your personal business but remember Vin has been through a lot disappointment in his life. Be careful with him. I know you will, but he's not as mature as he makes out to be. For both your sakes go slowly." Nathan looked straight into Chris's eyes as he spoke.
Chris held Nathan's gaze for a couple minutes. "How did you guess?"
"Watched Vin watch you all night. Saw the effect you have on him when I covered him with the blanket. I'm happy for you both. Just don't ask for too much too early. OK?" Nathan didn't wait for an answer but squeezed Chris's arm and went to his car.
Chris stood watching his team members drive away. Nathan was right of course, he just couldn't believe the healer had picked up so quickly on the situation. He knew Nathan would never revel their secret. He also knew Nathan was right in his assessment of Vin's ability to handle disappointment.
Chris entered the den. Vin was still sleeping. Chris went to the bedroom and prepared the bed. Coming to the recliner, he pulled the blanket away. Vin stirred slightly but didn't wake up. Chris smiled slightly when he saw the tenting that was Vin's erection. Vin's hand had come down and was caressing the hardened organ. Making himself a promise, Chris eased Vin from the couch to a standing position supporting his weight fully.
Half carrying Vin, he got the sharpshooter up stairs to the guest room. Settling him on the bed, he managed to get the socks and pants off before Vin crawled into the bed and fell soundly asleep. Breathing deeply, Chris resisted the desire to touch the still erect penis of his sleeping lover. Covering him lovingly with a comforter, Chris watched him sleep quietly before he turned off the light and went to his own room.
CHAPTER THIRTEEN
It was early morning when Chris woke up suddenly. He sensed that he was not alone and reached for his gun in the side table as he turned to the doorway.
With the moonlight striking Vin's face, Chris saw him standing silently in the door to the room. Putting the gun back, Chris turned toward Vin and pulled back the covers on the bed. He patted the bed invitingly as he watched the expression on Vin's face.
Vin watched Chris without moving from the door. Sensing that the decision he made now would be a life changing one, Vin tried to read Chris's reaction to his appearance. When he saw Chris pull the covers back and pat the space next to him, Vin knew part of his decision had been made.
He wanted this man. This cool, handsome powerful man. The man that made his skin tingle and his penis throb. But what if Chris only wanted him physically? Only wanted him for a few weeks . . . a few month's. It would be like in the foster homes. Thinking that a family might be wanting you to stay with them and finding the agency car in the driveway when you came home for school. Vin wouldn't give his trust or heart so easily anymore. He would enjoy Chris's body and the attention he got from this wonderful man . . . but he wouldn't make any commitments. No, not anymore, never again in his life. No one would ever hurt Vin again by rejecting him. If you didn't give your heart away . . . yeah, that was it . . .
Chris saw Vin remain standing as if in a trance, in the doorway. Getting slowly out of bed, he made his way to Vin. Taking the slim long fingered hands of his lover in his own hands, Chris pulled him close. Burying his face in the long hair that fell down the sharpshooter's face, he inhaled deeply filling his lungs with the smell of Vin's body.
Vin felt Chris start a tentative flicking of his tongue along his jaw line; finally taking an earlobe lightly in his lips. Vin could feel himself begin to relax and leaned his head toward Chris mouth.
Chris felt the first opening of Vin to his attentions and whispered in his ear. "Vin. It's cold here. Come to bed. It's warmer there. Let me explore your beautiful body. You look so exotic standing here in the moonlight." Chris ran his tongue down Vin's neck letting his right hand rest lightly on Vin's chest. Starting to stroke a nipple with his thumb, Chris heard Vin growl deep in his throat, and turn his face to take in Chris's mouth fully.
Letting his hand travel up to press Chris's mouth more fully into his own, Vin slid his tongue between the moist lips he found there. Vin felt Chris break away and lead him with one hand toward the bed.
Vin let himself be led almost to the bed but stopped just short of getting in. "Chris", he said. "Do you love me?" Seeing the surprise on Chris's face, Vin felt the emptiness forming in his stomach. "You don't, do you? This is all just a game to you. I'm a toy for your enjoyment. You don't love me, you just want me. It's very plain on your face. Fine, then take me and I'll get my stuff and go." Vin pushed past Chris and got on the bed kneeling forward, his buttock exposed.
Chris was flabbergasted. He had no idea what was making Vin act this way. Biting his lower lip, he looked at Vin huddled on the bed in that humiliating position. Moving so he was next to Vin, he put his hand on his back and stroked the trembling flesh he found there. Pulling the covers up over Vin's buttock, he turned and moved to his side of the bed.
Vin felt the opposite side of the bed give as Chris slipped in next to him. Turning his head, he saw Chris with his head on a pillow looking at him. Not knowing what to do, and feeling stupid kneeling on the bed, Vin let himself lay down easily on his left side being careful as he pulled the covers up over his shoulders.
"Vin? What's wrong?" Chris went slowly, not wanting to scare Vin into silence. "Where is all this coming from? What did I do?" Chris watched Vin's face and soon saw tears forming in the long black eyelashes.
Vin tried to stop the feelings that were coming to the surface. Held so long inside, the safety and kindness of this man had opened a door where all the terrible things he had known could no longer be kept inside.
"The car was waiting there. You know? I just looked at it and knew I was going away again." Vin started in a confused manner, not knowing what word would follow the next. Suddenly sobs shook him as he pictured again the foster parent standing with the agency lady. His only suitcase was at her feet. They were talking and did not notice Vin approaching. Burying his face in the pillows, he cried remembering the feelings of despair fill him like it had so many times before.
Chris felt his heart melting as he watched this young man whom he loved so lost in his childhood thoughts. Afraid to touch him. Not knowing how to know how to comfort him, Chris let his hand come close but not touch Vin.
Vin saw Chris's hand through tear flooded eyes. It lay there gently, non -threatening. His need to be held and comforted over came his fear of letting someone know what monsters he still held inside. Taking Chris's hand in his own he held on tightly.
Instinctively Chris reached with his other arm, and Vin scooted over until he was cuddled wet faced against Chris's chest. Continuing to cry, he let himself be held in the strong embrace of Chris Larabee. No one . . . no one had ever held him when he cried. This felt so good. He felt so safe. He wanted to rest forever in this man's arms.
Chris couldn't believe how hard Vin was crying. The sobs came from deep within causing the slim figure beside him to shake terribly. After a long time, the crying began to lessen, and he looked down to see Vin's eyes closed. Another twenty minutes went by according to his bedside clock, and he was sure Vin was sleeping soundly.
"The agency had a new kid to place." Chris jerked awake at the sound of Vin's voice against his chest. Listening carefully, he let his hand stroke Vin's back lightly.
"It was a new kid . . . someone who hadn't been in a foster home before. So they wanted him to be in a good home." Wiping his eyes, Vin pulled back his head and looked into Chris's face. Seeing only concern there, Vin continued. "That meant I had to leave. I had only been there six months. They were nice people. Helped me with my homework. I really wanted to stay. I think Mrs. Cramer, the foster mom? I think she wanted me to stay too. But the agency lady gave them some bullshit about how no one could handle this new kid but them." Vin let his head rest on Chris's upper arm and let his fingers trace a pattern through Chris's chest hairs.
As Vin continued, Chris could picture him as a confused, lonely kid standing in the front yard as adults decided his fate. "I went up the stairs of the porch, hoping I had heard their conversation wrong. The agency lady picked up my suitcase and handed it to me. Walking past me, she didn't even look at me. I looked at the Cramers and saw them both look away. As I turned to go to the car, Mr. Cramer came after me and put a hand on my arm. 'Vin. We're sorry. We enjoyed having you stay with us. Here.' Mr Cramer put a twenty dollar bill in my hand and tousled my hair. Going back to the porch, he hustled his wife inside. Chris, did you feel this way when you lost Sarah and Adam? Was there a big hole inside you that nothing could ever fill?"
Chris heard Vin's question and pulled the sharpshooter's head closer under his own chin. "I thought so Vin." He whispered. "I thought for years that I would never ever feel whole again. Sarah and Adam made me complete. I let alcohol and the danger of the job fill that space." Pulling Vin's chin up so their eyes met, Chris continued. "I had years of that feeling, Vin until you walked down that alley way. I don't think I realized you were the person that would make me feel complete again, but I do know that now."
CHAPTER FOURTEEN
Vin studied Chris's face. It was open and soft; the green eyes filled with emotion. He put his fingers on Chris's lips and leaned forward letting his own lips fall on Chris's neck.
"How can I know Chris? How can I know . . . it's so hard to trust . . . I'm so afraid of getting those feelings again. That's why I keep my apartment. Don't spend all that much time there, but I'll never be thrown out and have no place to go. It ain't much but I made it my own. Can you understand that? I need for you to understand."
"Vin. I understand completely. I need you fully in my life. I want to have you here next to me every night and morning. You keep your place until you're sure this is what you want. Hell, you keep it forever if you want. But please, please consider coming to live with me. You decide. I'm gonna be here. Not just for the short term, Vin but forever. My heart and life have meaning again Vin. And that meaning is you. Vin Tanner, you have my life and soul." Chris felt Vin rise up on his elbow and look down at him.
"I love you too Chris. Thank you for knowing I need my freedom until I get things worked out in my head." Tilting his head, he smiled and let his hand travel down to Chris's groin. "I'm gonna like waking up on this side of the bed." Putting his head down, he began licking Chris's chest with his tongue.
"Vin . . . ah, are you sure you want . . . I mean, we've just pledged some heavy stuff to each other. Don't you want some space to think about it?" Chris couldn't believe he was trying to be the voice of reason as this beautiful man continued to suckle his nipples and run his hand through the soft hairs surrounding his penis.
"Uh . . . uh . . . want you to show me how much you love me . . . want to show you how much I love you . . . And I want to do it in our bed . . . together . . . tonight." Vin's right hand found the stiffening shaft between Chris's legs and wrapped his hand around it. "This mine now?"
"You little devil! You know exactly how to get what you want don't you? I want nothing more than to make long, passionate love to you all night long. And yeah, that's yours always." Thrusting his hips up against Vin's hand, he smiled as Vin climbed and straddled him.
Turning so that his buttocks was toward Chris's face, Vin pulled his penis out and put it softly hardening on Chris's flat stomach. He felt Chris's hands gently touch each side of his buttocks and begin to knead the hard muscles underneath. Vin squirmed so that his balls were grinding against Chris. The pressure it created caused his own penis to harden even more.
"Vin. Help me sit up. Turn around please . . . let me touch your cock . . . let me . . . " Vin quickly turned at Chris's voice. Moving so that he sat facing Chris, but with his legs across Chris's thighs, he felt his penis touch Chris's and become fully erect.
Chris leaned forward pulling Vin's mouth to his. Thrusting his tongue inside, he savaged the sweet moistness of his lover's mouth. Vin moaned as he felt Chris's tongue on him. Sliding his hips forward he began rubbing his cock along side Chris's. Chris brought his knees up, pushing Vin even closer.
"Let's not waste this, Chris." Vin leaned forward taking Chris's hand in his. Pulling it around his back, he lifted himself up letting Chris have access to his opening. Chris lifted Vin even more and turned him gently on his back. Rolling over so that he was on top of Vin, he smiled gently into the liquid blue eyes below him.
"Well, never let it be said I was wasteful. Reaching over to the side table, Chris found the baby oil he wanted and opened it. Pouring a generous amount into his hand, he slicked his own and Vin's cock. Using more he began working it into the area behind Vin's balls. Moving down so that he could see between Vin's cheeks, Chris felt his own shaft throb with pent up tension.
Vin felt Chris touch his opening gently with one finger, and lifted his hips in reaction. Feeling Chris bring a pillow under him, he moaned and tossed his head back and forth trying to control the need boiling in his groin. Expecting to feel the stab of pain in his back from his movement, Vin found he was able to roll his back with only a little soreness.
"Chris . . . more . . . can you? I'm so hard . . . I . . . what do I do? We only did this once . . . I don't know how to help you . . . " Vin was in such a passion that he couldn't get his words to express his feelings.
"Relax, Vin. Let me in . . . Just concentrate on the feelings you're getting from me touching you. Remember how it felt last time? When I touched that special place inside you?" Chris continued rimming Vin's anus as he talked. Feeling Vin relax, he pressed and let his fingertip slide into the opening.
"AH!!! Oh, Chris . . . " Vin hissed. Wanting more, he moved his hips slightly forward and felt Chris's finger sink inward. Reaching for his own penis, he slicked the pre-cum around his shaft to join the oil Chris had put there earlier. Feeling Chris's finger enter further, he felt the first cramping and moaned. "Oh, man . . . wait . . . geez, hurts . . . just . . . hold on . . . please."
"It's ok, Vin. Relax again. Slow deep breaths." Chris reached with his other hand and began to massage the area behind Vin's balls. Vin's body reacted by pushing down, letting Chris's finger sink in fully. Moving it slowly around, Chris quickly found the slight bump that indicated Vin's prostate gland. Pressing gently, he massaged and heard Vin shout in response. Using the opportunity, Chris gently withdrew and slicked two fingers back inside Vin's anus.
"CHRIS!! Yes . . . oh, oh . . . " Vin found himself pushing down again on Chris's hand. "Want you . . . now . . . do me Chris . . . please?"
"Wait, Vin. Want to make sure you're ready. Open your legs further for me, ok?" Chris knelt and he brought Vin's legs over his thighs on either side. Adding a third finger, he worked them stretching Vin's opening, until Vin began to come, spurting white foamy liquid. Some of the cum spilled between Vin's legs and Chris used it to lubricate his penis and he began pushing his way into Vin. "Vin. Relax. Open up for me. I love you. God, how much I love you."
Leaning forward, he breached Vin's opening and bent forward kissing Vin's penis as it still pulsed and twitched. Hearing Vin hiss and tighten, he stopped his thrusting and waited on his lover.
Vin couldn't believe this man he desired above all others was making love to him. Relishing the feeling of Chris's large shaft filling him, he tired to relax so Chris could slip inside him further. Feeling Chris lick his semi-erect penis, Vin couldn't help himself and despite some pain, forced Chris to sink all the way inside him with one thrust.
Chris was beyond reason. The lust he felt was magnified by the tight warm hole his penis was sinking into. He could feel his balls start to draw up and the heat intensify inside his loins, as he began a slow thrusting movement with his hips.
"Vin, you're so . . . tight . . . ah . . . moist . . . Can I move? Are you ok? I'm not hurting you, am I? God . . . this is what I've wanted since I met you . . . Oh, Vin . . . sorry gotta move . . . Ah, yes!" Chris increased his thrusting and felt Vin hips move in return.
Working together slowly, they began a mutual rhythm that soon had Vin hard again and Chris's cock screaming for relief. Pulling Vin further upward on his thighs, Chris leaned and forced himself deeper inside his young lover.
Vin felt Chris press deeper and moaned. Feeling his legs lose control and start to shake, he lifted his hips and shoved himself down fully on the hard thick rod inside him. "Help . . . oh . . . ah . . . this is too much . . . come . . . come inside me CHRIS!!!!" Vin's words were a long continuous moan, as he felt himself ejaculate again.
Chris felt Vin shove hard against him until their balls touched. That was enough to cause Chris to come hard and deep inside Vin's body. "Oh, Vin . . . yes, this is so . . . ah, ah . . . Love you so hard . . . so much . . . Uh . . . uh!!!!" Chris lifted Vin's hips even further and shoved one more time as he began to soften. Feeling Vin gasp and turn away from his injured side, Chris pulled out quickly and let the fingers of his left hand slide inside Vin's hole. Stroking him gently, he felt Vin reach out and caress his face. "Vin, sorry. Forgot about your side. Please tell me, I didn't hurt you again. Vin?"
Chris looked up and saw Vin smiling down at him as he turned slowly on his side to end up face to face with Chris. Chris stroked the hair away from Vin's sweat soaked face as he let his hand finally fall from between Vin's cheeks. Pulling the covers up over them, Chris gently pulled Vin closer. "Chris. I'm fine. Fact is I'm more than fine. Love you Chris Larabee. If my ribs aren't better, we gonna tell Dr. Gavin the truth?" Vin laughed and licked the tip of Chris's nose.
"Ah, I don't think so Vin. You best think of some other reason." Chris said as he felt his eyes slowly closing.
Vin felt Chris relaxing in his arms and pulled him closer. "Vin?" Chris said sleepily.
"Yeah, Chris." Vin felt himself drifting to sleep.
"Love you too. That empty feeling is gone. Gone away." Chris nuzzled his head into Vin's chest and slept.
"Mine is too, Chris. Mine is too." Vin watched Chris sleep until his eyes closed and he fell asleep on his own side of the bed.
THE END