16-Second chance

Garrett's pov

"Rett?!"

I smile at Brandon awkwardly but then I notice almost instantly the state he's in. He's only wearing a towel around his waist. His waist...wait there's a bulge there. Oh my, he's hard...Oh no...Who made his dick erect...?

Did I make a bad choice? Did he find someone else already? I should leave but...I can't leave cowardly as if I wasn't the one coming here.

"Brandon."

"What are you doing here? I thought it was over between us?"

"I'm sorry for making you think that...I just wanted a break from you...not us to be over. Are we over?"

"Ye...No!!" I stare at him wide-eyed at his panicked state.

"Um, you said we were over just a second before."

"I thought that, doesn't mean I want that." I smile a bit feeling hopeful.

"Does that mean we're not over then?" I smile softly.

"Yeah, we're still fuck buddies if you're still wondering." My smile drops. I thought he would stop saying that...Guess the break didn't make him have a change of heart.

"Yes..." I say feeling upset.

"Why are you even here anyways? Why'd you want a break from me? Just spit it out already, you know I hate serious talk when I'm hard." I blush at the obvious.

Even though it's that, I have to ignore his question. I really need to know if he has someone else. What if I interrupted something?

"Um...is there someone waiting for you already?"

"What? No!"

"Oh...Um...Why are you..." I point at his obvious erection.

"Oh, that? Don't worry I wasn't fucking anyone. I just have trouble keeping it down."

"You were thinking about someone?" I say already worried about the answer he's gonna give me.

"Yeah," He smiles. Oh no...

"Then...I guess you have someone new.."

He suddenly grabs me by my shoulders and pushes me harshly into his apartment. I make a surprised sound.

"Why do you keep thinking that huh? You thought I'd find someone else?"

"Yes..."

I admit upset at the idea of that. I should've known that he really only thinks of me as his sex partner.

"Gosh, no Rett!"

"What?"

"No, I didn't find someone new ok? I'm hard for you alright?"

I blush deeply and I smile as I realize he not only kept his promise, he's all hot for me...

"What? How...I just got in...?"

"I was already thinking about you." I blush even more.

"Really? You were thinking...about me?"

"Yeah"

He smiles as he takes my hand and puts it directly on his dick covered by his towel. Then, I feel it twitch and move. Oh gosh, I feel aroused by that and I know I shouldn't!

"Brandon...You were thinking of me...Do....you still want me...?"

"Oh, that isn't enough of a proof? Yeah, I want to. The number of times I got hard and it wouldn't go away is so painful."

He squeezes my hand on his dick and I can feel everything even if it's covered by a towel. It makes me blush even more and aroused too, though I still can't believe this is true.

"Really?"

"Yes"

"Can we...um talk after I suck you off?" I say despite how anxious I am of what his answer could be.

"Sure, it's not like I'm in the mood to talk right now." He says nonchalantly.

If only he knew how much it meant to me! I can feel hope starting to build up for me. He agreed to talk! Talk! That's a huge deal coming from him! I really hope we'll actually talk and this is not only a bribe to only give into his sexual desires...

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After sucking him off, I had gotten hard too which was an issue. Brandon offered to go all the way as usual but for the first time ever, I refused. I'm not going to do it the first time we are seeing each other again. As embarrassing as it was I came into my pants while giving Brandon a blow job.

Now that it's done, I really want to talk to him. I'm still ashamed I went to him when I wasn't supposed to.

Everyone around me convinced me not to but I did anyways. They also wanted me to get over him but I can't. I love Brandon too much for that. He's the one I want and I can't do anything about it. I just wish he'd love me back, not just with pleasure.

I may never have that but I'm still hopeful that I will. That's why I came to give him a second chance.

I'm currently waiting anxiously for our talk sitting at the tiny dining table. He decided to order takeout since he hasn't eaten yet. So, he's on call.

I wait a few more seconds and he finally comes to sit down.

"The food will be there in about 10 to 15 minutes."

"Ok..."

"So, you mentioned you wanna talk. Explain yourself." He says slightly tense.

"I'm sorry...I didn't mean for that to happen."

"What do you mean by that?"

"I'm talking about your situation. I feel so guilty."

"You should be but I guess it's my fault."

"Your fault?"

"I mean I could've fucked anyone but I didn't so, it's my fault."

"No...It's not your fault. I made you promise to not see anyone else."

"Then, why did you tell me such a thing when you're the one that got away?"

"Oh, um..." I want to tell him..but I'm afraid he won't like that I want him to myself...

"Forget about it. Why are you here?"

"To give you a second chance.."

"Wow, here I thought it was over. I would gladly take this second chance." My eyes light up at that.

"Really? You still want me?"

"I thought earlier was enough to tell."

"Oh um.." I say embarrassed, especially at the flashbacks of earlier.

"Ok, so, by second chance you mean you're not running away from me again are you?"

"I...I promise I won't."

"Good cause I won't let you."

"But...Brandon..."

"Yeah?" He says slightly confused.

"While I was away, you said you didn't see anyone else but you could've...So doesn't it break the meaning of...um fuck buddies?"

"I admit it we are not, well not anymore. We saw each other too much for that." We're not fuck buddies anymore? What does that mean?!

"So...um what are we exactly?"

"It is still pretty unclear to me."

"Then, what do you want to be?"

"Ok, let's say we do whatever we want huh? We don't need a label for this." Whatever we want...

"Um...so what does it include?"

"Well the usual sex, see each other when we want to, hmm, go out too I guess." Going out together?!

"Really? Is it the same as before or it's more?"

"Hmm, more."

"More?"

"Yes, more. Look, I'm trying to compromise here. Stop being like that." My smile drops.

"I just want to know..."

"Fine, how much do you want to see each other and how often should we have sex?" Finally! Finally, he's giving me the option!

"Let's see each other every day."

"Every day? I think we saw each other too much that's why you left."

"But...I love seeing you every day."

"You love me that much?" If only he knew what those words meant to me...

"Yes," I blush, flustered.

"Ok, so you want to go back to before?"

"Um...well mostly yes."

"It's pointless to do that when it already didn't work." My smile drops. What? What does he mean it didn't work? Don't tell me...

"What do you mean?"

"We saw each other too much. Most people don't share apartments like that."

"Well, I like it."

"I like it when you get me some."

He wiggles his eyebrows as he smirks, I blush a deep red. Despite that, I don't like that he still only wants my body...He doesn't want to see me. If only things were different...

"Yes...but I...I...I don't only want to have sex."

"I guess we did it often but I can't help it when you're so sexy." I blush madly.

"Stop it!" I say embarrassed.

"So what? You want...to see each other out of the concept of sex? I can't promise you that."

"Yes..."

"Like you want to see each out of our apartments?"

"Not necessarily but yes."

"Ok...so going out..." Don't tell me he doesn't like the idea of that...

"It's like when I brought you to the gym or seeing concerts."

"Yeah and when I bring you to the bar. Guess it makes sense. As long as you give me my daily dose of pleasure, then, I'll be happy." Does this mean this will work?! He'll be happy that way?!

"Really, you mean it?"

"Yes, we'll stop seeing each other at our apartments except for sex and instead go out more. I kinda need it anyways. Though, don't forget I have a job."

"Yes, I won't forget but we can't even sleep at each other's place?"

"Ugh, we'll see when it happens! Stop asking questions!"

"Sorry..."

"It's fine. Anyways, that way we'll focus more on our jobs." I totally forgot about that.

"Yes, I couldn't agree more." That's not really true...

The doorbell rings and Brandon opens the door. He comes back with the takeout and we eat together, for once at ease. This talk was overdue for sure and I couldn't be happier that I did good by giving him a second chance.

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It's Monday and I'm back to work. As Brandon mentioned, we really only see each other to have sex. It makes me happy that we are back but I still hope we would do more now that I gave him a second chance.

As I already went up the elevator, I go to my desk already and I notice Rachel smiling upon seeing me. We really got closer while I took a break from Brandon. She finally started using the nickname she wanted to use, Rett and I started using Rach for her.

Regardless, she thinks it's over between Brandon and me for good...I'm afraid when she knows what I did, our friendship might be ruined...

"Good morning." I smile lightly.

"Hey, had a good weekend?" She smiles.

"Yes, but I'm afraid I have to tell you something." Her smile fades a bit.

"What did you do Garrett? You went back to Brandon is that it?" How does she know? Am I an open book?

"Um..yeah..." I say embarrassed.

"Rett!"

"I'm sorry...I couldn't help it...I can't move on from him.."

"I thought you could...Rett...Why did you go back to him?"

"I just missed him.."

"Really? What happened when you went there?"

I explain to Rachel about our new situation.

"Whatever we want? That's strange isn't it?"

"It's not that...Instead of being a clear label we just do what we want."

"Seems like his type of thing. So, he still wants you?"

"Yes..." I blush deeply.

"The same as before? Or has it improved?"

"He doesn't like me the way I do but at least he compromised for me. We decided that only sexual activity can be done in our apartments and that we will go out more instead."

"And are you ok with that?" She says worried.

"I'm happy he considered my wants by giving me a choice but I wish I'd get to see him more often."

"But Rett...Do you think he would want to see you more often?"

"Um...I...don't know.."

"You don't know? Sounds like he's using you. I don't want you to be taken advantage of like that."

"Don't worry I want to. I've changed so much of his life so far and I can't help but do more. His life is not normal and I want to change it."

"You can't change it if he doesn't want to."

"I'm sorry Rett...I'm just looking out for you. I know you love him with all your heart but you can't wait for him forever. He might never love you back. You deserve a guy that likes you back.''

''I know but I believe he will fall for my charm eventually, we are already making progress.'' She frowns but chooses to ignore what I just said.

"Regardless, I really want you to get what you deserve Rett. Your situation is so complicated but...seeing you hold on to him is so heartwarming it hurts. So as I friend, I'll try to make an effort. That starts by meeting that Brandon guy.'' She says seriously.

"You want to meet him?" I say surprised.

"Yes, I kinda need to confront him for how he's been treating you and I need to know if he helps you grow as a person or the opposite."

"Oh, Rachel...I don't think he'll want to..."

"I really want to meet this man who broke your heart. Find a way for him to meet me." She says deadpan seriously.

"Ok, I'll try to find a way to arrange this meeting."

"Thank you, Rett." I smile.

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I don't normally call my parents after work but I really want to tell them about Brandon. I have to, they think I'm moving on from them. Normally, I would've gone to see them in person but they just got back from work so...I don't want to bother them too much.

I type their number on my phone and it rings.

Lucia (Garrett's mom): Garett sweetheart why are you calling me after work?
Garrett: I really need to tell you and Dad something.
Lucia (Garrett's mom): You make me worried but I'll get your dad on the from the speaker.
Garrett: Yes do that.

I hear noises and then I hear my dad.

David (Garrett's dad): Hey son, what's going on? It's a sunny Monday today, what could be wrong with you?
Garrett: I just really needed to tell you two something important. I hope I'm not bothering you.
David (Garrett's dad): Nonsense! You never bother us!
Lucia (Garrett's mom): So what is it you have to tell us?
Garrett: Um...you know Brandon?
David (Garrett's dad): Oh damn, well, I know who he is. How dare he hurt my son...
Lucia (Garrett's mom): Sweetheart, why are you mentioning him?
Garrett: I saw him again and...I'm back with him.
David (Garrett's dad): What?! Why are you back with that son of a b*tch!?!?
Lucia (Garrett's mom): Mind your father but Garrett why would you do that? You said he broke your heart and that it was over. Why are you back with him? Are you perhaps dating him?
Garrett: No I'm not but I decided to give him a second chance.
Lucia (Garrett's mom): A second chance? Sweetheart..why did you go back to him? He doesn't treat you right.
David (Garrett's dad): And he dares not make it official?!!?
Lucia (Garrett's mom): David calm down!
Garrett: I'm sorry Mom...I'm sorry Dad...but he's the one that I love.
Lucia (Garrett's mom): He hurt your heart, Garrett. People that love you would never do that right David?
David (Garrett's dad): Yup! Not once did I hurt your mother and I love her with all my heart all those years later!
Lucia (Garrett's mom): We just want you to be happy Garrett and we believe Brandon doesn't make you happy.
Garrett: Mom! Why are you saying that?! Why do you hate Brandon so much?!
Lucia (Garrett's mom): I don't hate him. He is a nice man but he's not right for you.
Garrett: Are you saying that because of his background?

No answer from my mom...

David (Garrett's dad): Son, you can love who you want, your mother and I learned that but if you say Brandon is worth it, bring him to our barbecue night for your birthday on Saturday, June 24th.
Garrett: You sure Dad? You really will let him come?
David (Garrett's dad): As long as he explains himself and I get to talk to him, yeah.
Garrett: Thank you so much Dad you are the best!!
Lucia (Garrett's mom): Don't flatter yourself. He's not the only one in this.
Garrett: Sorry Mom...Um, if it makes you happy can my friend Rachel tag along too?
Lucia (Garrett's mom): Of course, she can! I want to meet that friend of yours! She seems to be such a nice girl!
Garrett: I don't want to take too much of your time so I'll hang up.
David (Garrett's dad): You're telling all the details this Saturday understood? And I hope that Brandon, boy is not forcing you into this relationship!
Garrett: Yes Dad, take care!
Lucia (Garrett's mom): Have a good evening sweetheart but think about meeting other guys, ok?
Garrett: Mm, bye!

Oh gosh...Today was a big deal. I know that my Mom can be harsh sometimes and my Dad stubborn but I know deep down they only want my good.

Through, I believe I did a good thing by giving Brandon a second chance, it was my fault anyways for believing before that he could possibly want to date me.

Regardless, I really want to see Brandon tonight even if it's only for my ass...