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    When I moved to kiss your chest,
    How we paid such close attention to each sweet and stuttered breath,
    I should’ve stopped to paint our picture, captured honest pure affection,
    Just to document the difference between attraction and connection.


    Nate||Demetri
    Alex||Jude

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    September 20th, 2014 at 12:30am
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    Jude gave a low whistle at the pictures and gifs of the actor, nodding in agreement with Nate because the man was gorgeous as hell and even as loved up and on a leash Jude was he could still appreciate when someone else was good looking, when girls were beautiful, he wasn't blind after all. "I can't believe he's real, him and Hoechlin, and Roden, she the most beautiful girl I have ever seen in my entire life" Jude murmured as he looked through the pictures with Nate, closing in on the other as he casually wraps his arm around Nate and keeps their sides pressed snug against each other,"Probably get on me knees and suck his sick in a heartbeat" Jude whispers naughtily to Nate with a big smile on his face, snickering lightly between them as he kept his voice low because he didn't need or want Demetri or Alex listening in on them, especially Alex not that Jude would think Alex to get jealous but feared the other would drop him if he was hung up on someone else. "I heard some rumours that he's bi, maybe you should drop your boyfriend from home and hop onto Haynes" Jude encourages because in his opinion anyone was better than Nate's current boyfriend. The guy wasn't ugly or mean but he didn't really fit with Nate like this group did, Jude just didn't see what Nate might see in the other.
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    Rolling his eyes just as fondly Demetri gave Alex a nod, "I'm always on the sane side" he says which is true, he was most likely the most sane and on point guy of two group if any of his big bear instincts to protect the others had anything to say. He was so sane and calm that it was often considered boring, people would surf their shoulders and the mention of Demetri,'He's gorgeous but at Ryder's party he didn't even have a drink, I heard he was a reborn Christian' rumours would fly easy, not that Demetri ever cared. People could say anything they want but the moment he was there helping them walk home safely they were all praises rather than judgement. "You know which destination we are heading to next? " he asked as he pulled the map with lots of tiny post it notes he had created a bit back with their game plan on it. They were just an hour away from home and the early morning traffic was starting to clear up amazingly, more than likely fitting out some extra traffic to give them more time at their next destination, "Got lots of options, there's rodeo night in the village by 82, a river just west of that we could camp at for a night, three hour ride till the provinces biggest mall, " he listed off, sunglasses off on the header or somewhere else other than his face for once. "Many more too mate, where'd you like to go Captain? "
    September 25th, 2014 at 11:33am
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    "Hoechlin's a babe but Haynes is all I really need. Give him to me and I'll live happily ever after," Nate declared, completely leaving Holland out of the equation because she was of no matter to him. Women just did nothing for him. Of course, he was kind of lying about living happily ever after because he would never be completely happy if Demetri wasn't right there with him. Not that he would ever have his best friend like he would've liked so he just had to keep his thoughts away from that certain field and keep lying until he managed to convince himself that he was not totally in love with the tall, tattooed and dark-haired individual in the rv. He burst out laughing lightly at the whisper from Jude. He really shouldn't have been but he was surprised by the claim. Jude was the youngest and cutest, most innocent-looking of their group but he had as dirty thoughts as the rest of them, if not more. The boy was probably the kinkiest of them all. Nate definitely didn't leave that option out. Scoffing, he gave him a small nudge of his shoulder, just pressing more into him, "Only if you can beat me to it." If he was honest, if he would have any kind of chance with a hot celebrity, he'd break up with his boyfriend immediately and jump right into it, ignoring any consequences that could come of it. They would definitely be a good distraction, which was all his current relationship was. Even so, the relationship was just supposed to prove that he was over Demetri. "Believe me, if I could get on that I would never get off," he chuckled. "Well, I would get off in other terms of the word, and that all the time. Also make sure to get him off," he nodded as he talked. "Probably twice as much because I absolutely worship that body and his dick. Don't need to see it to know that it's a glory," Nate didn't bother keeping his voice low. All three of them knew him and his talk. "I'll share though so you can get a taste. I'm sure he wouldn't mind."
    Alex smiled. "Yeah, I don't think we'd manage to survive without you," he admitted. "Nate and Jude would go insane and would drag me along with him," he chuckled, keeping his eyes on the road now, not wanting to be caught constantly glancing back. He willed himself to concentrate on Demetri for now. It was a refreshing change really. He shouldn't even be this tense, seeing as Jude had gotten him off earlier but he was one for the full sentiment, the little things, all the foreplay and cuddling, even though he was not always as inclined to public displays of affection or to letting everyone know about that part of himself. It was Demetri's sister enjoyed in the public stuff as well and he wasn't too uncomfortable to go along with it. Alex hummed as he listened to the teen next to him list the options since he really hadn't thought about it much, simply excited to be on the road with his mates. It was already past time they got shit organized, even though just spontaneously driving about sounded just as entertaining. "Rodeo night sounds cool right about now," he then mentioned after a moment of silent thought. "I mean, we can go to the mall or out camping any other day but this is a one time thing, right?" he mentioned. "And either way, it sounds like it could be fun. I haven't been to one yet so I'm actually quite curious to see that," he added with a glance over. "Only if you guys want though. I really don't mind. I'm just happy to have home behind us and the open road in front of us. Literally anything sounds great just about now," he smiled. The one thing that wasn't sounding so great were the bits and pieces he was getting from the conversation Nate and Jude were leading. The sooner they got to some place, the better really. He hated himself for the jealousy, for the way he snaked around inside him and tried to pull his mouth into a frown and his voice into a grumble.
    September 25th, 2014 at 07:59pm
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    Jude would do the foulest things to Hoechlin's body if he ever could, that man could get it no matter what. He was tall, scruffy, and so built that Jude could use the mans big delicious biceps as a pillow and that's exactly what he told Nate without hesitation in his voice. Perhaps if Jude had a wish in the world he could go for that choice quick because at least it won't be a fluke like wishing for Alex to fall in love with him. "I'll let you have Haynes, he's just five nine, Hoechlin's six feet, I could climb him" Jude said with a heavenly sigh as if that was what his dreams were entirely made of - it was true, but just with a different face. He was pathetic really, if he let Nate into his mind the other would most likely shake his head at Jude and tell him he could do better than that. Going to the search bar he typed in 'colton haynes and tyler hoechlin' and it was like heaven cast its ray of light down on them."I'm so infatuated, look at his hand, his fingers are so thick" Jude fanned himself with his hand in dramatic way as he zoomed into one specific picture with Haynes, Hoechlin, and Boen. Jude didn't bother speaking too low with his last couple of words, wasn't like it mattered to much - at least he didn't think it would. Resting his head on Nate's shoulder Jude kept the other close against him, not letting up his grip because Jude was naturally just a snugly person. He could wrap himself around anyone easily and be so comfortable and happy.
    Demetri shook his head because he didn't think that was true, he didn't think the guys would be dependent on him or actually needed him. He felt like he did too many extra things and make the boys like babies which wasn't his main agenda alright, he just wanted them all safe, all of them happy and secure, he didn't want anything to happen during this trip or an point in the last couple of years. Demetri made sure to insert himself in any moments when his help was needed. If Jude was getting shoved against a locker and called a faerie for his small stature then Demetri was quickly at the scene bending someone arms back and literally slamming their face against the three juts where the locker had nicked open for the secure cause of messing the others face. Whenever Alex got into a fight Demetri was right there as well, towering over literally everyone and never holding back, and perhaps that was his major flaw. Demetri was huge and thick, he worked out and did sports, he was always getting into fight for one reason or another and he didn't have a 'chill'. He kept fighting till the other was a rumpled body with a bloody face or till someone intervened but honestly by the time someone gained the courage to stop him it was too late. He was literally called the Hawk in during school because he was always watching over his boys with sharp eyes and he also helped some of the other students because bullying wasn't something he would ever let slide, not when it had to do with his boys and not when it had to do with anyone else.
    Taking the post it note off of the map with the rodeos exact location and information Demetri stuck it against the window just by Alex's view so he knew the directions on how to get there."We've got literally all day, the rodeo is not till seven at night. The town has lots of stuff to do before hand though and there's a trailer park just north of the rodeo where we could stay the night with the RV" he explained already having all of that information stored in his head.
    Frowning he turned his head and glanced back at the two boys who were seemingly glued by their sides in the small booth, a rumble in his stomach he didn't like settling though he took it for being a little nauseous. "Hey watch it both of you. Nate you have a boyfriend and Jude - you're too young for that"
    September 26th, 2014 at 04:36am
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    "The bigger the better, huh?" Nate grinned with a small laughbut he kept his eyes trained on the screen, trying to focus on admiring the actors and all their gorgeous hotness. Demetri was 6'3. He was taller than all of them and he was more perfect than all of them together but then there was the issue that Nate probably had a bigger chance of getting with Colton Haynes than the teen right there in the rv and that fact spoke for itself. The sadness that tugged at his heart was really something he should've been over a long time ago. He'd had years to get used to it but it lingered even as held up the happy expression. "We all know what those would be great for," he remarked tastefully. He scoffed at Demetri though, burrowing closer to Jude, not so much interested in the laptop as he was in drawing comfort from being close to someone. What right did Demetri have to say anything about his love life after refusing him he did? But he couldn't be bitter with the tall boy, not when his best friend still cared about him so immensely. He just wished he would care a little bit more or that Nate himself didn't care as much. If only he had never started to interpret more into their friendship than had ever been there. "Let us have our fun. You can't convince any of us that you don't fantasize about hot celebrity chicks when you wank off," he called back to the front of the rv and he really shouldn't be thinking about that right now because it was not going to make him feel any better. "Even people in relationships, like Alex and me, can find other people attractive than their partners. It doesn't mean they're going to up and leave right away," he said, unknowing about the change of mood that he could've just ensued.
    Alex had seen the shake of Demetri's head from the corner of his eye. They all knew the young male was always afraid that he tended to take things too far with his protectiveness, although it remained unspoken of, and even though it could get quite extreme then and again, it was the way their group dynamic worked. Demetri fit right in with all the rest of their quirks. "You better believe it," he said in direction of the passanger seat, throwing him a gentle smile. The moment passed quickly though since despite Demetri being important to him, Alex was not good with feelings and expressing them. Sounding sincere while saying something heartfelt rather than twisting it into a kind of joke or tease, made him more than uncomfortable and was something that didn't happen often. Lauren threw 'I love you's around like pennies into a well but he'd said it merely a handful of times in his life, usually only in early morning hours, drowsy in sleepiness and possibly drunk while alone with the one person in the dark. It was possibly he was a little constipated emotionally but he wasn't too bad off and things were working up till now and he was working on his light anger issues. It was all good. "Great," Alex nodded as he glanced at the information that Demetri stuck up for him. He had just started to try coming up with what they could go check out in town before they started wandering around aimlessly when Nate spoke up and at first he wasn't as concerned with what was coming out of the younger boy's mouth but the last thing he said made a stab of hot guilt pierce through him, his jaw clenching and knuckles clenching around the wheel momentarily. He stubbornly stared straight out on the street in front of him, hoping to not be pulled into that conversation because it might be about celebrities at the moment but that was not the first thought that popped into his mind. He was guilty of more than just finding someone else attractive and thinking or talking about them.
    September 29th, 2014 at 11:39pm
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    Jude was used to Nate and Demetri going back and forth with light bickering and playfulness, it never meant much and thank goodness he was never really dragged into the conversation because all the boys knew that the way Jude fixed things were to just say sorry even if he didn't mean it and move the fuck on, life is too short to worry over petty things. He quite enjoyed the bickering as long as he wasn't in it, especially when it was Nate because the other just had a way with words that made Jude laugh with his entire body, feet kicking and cheeks pushed high with his smile. Keeping to Nate Jude allowed the others attention to disappear, heading back to his dash to thumb through the pictures, audio, and texts, not even stiffing at Nate's words because he didn't find them too bad. His mind didn't even cross Alex - ' It doesn't mean they're going to up and leave right away' - that's why, never in the course of however long Alex and himself have been at this or even before has Jude thought the other would leave Lauren for him, that was a ridiculous thought, would only cause him grief because Jude was realistic. Reblogging a huge master post of game cheats with the tag 'reference' Jude's interest was only caught when Demetri broke through with unsuspected words that prickled his bones.

    Demetri was oblivious to the tension in Alex, kept a good natured mind, kept talking, talking and blind by what lurked beneath his words."Yeah I know" he accepts. He doesn't think someone would just up and arms leave their mate for someone prettier - having a stronger connection and honest to the bones deep in their body liking one another was another story though."You're a good kid, wouldn't just drop your boyfriend eh" Demetri nods at his own words, he thought quite highly of Nate. Even though the other was a hive of bees with excitement and was good natured in the sense of wanting to bo and go out there, raves and smoking, enjoying himself when he could Demetri did not for a second believe Nate to be someone who would leave their boyfriend for another pretty face. Demetri turned his head to look at Alex and grinned, teeth sharp around a friendly and loose smile,"And Alex here loves Lauren so I have no worries with him, Alex's the best boyfriend to roam the world - well in Lauren's words, she doesn't shut the fuck about this one" Demetri says as he gently punches Alex's shoulder before looking back to Nate. He always got an ear full at home, Lauren prancing around talking about this or that and Alex's name would pop up four times in ten minutes, she would even take his phone and check the texts they send one another."She's so annoying, fucking wont shut up about Alex's cock either" He was taking the piss on Alex. His sister and Alex had been together a long time now, pretty much high school sweethearts and it was usual for a little teasing."I could say she is worse than you Nate, although I don't think you're too in love like she is, she wants to have 'Alex's beautiful blue eyed babies' and name one of them I think Cooper, or Cameron, I forgot" Demetri rolls his eyes fondly at the memory of his sister at the table babbling on about Alex and the future the two would have together.

    Jude had pulled away from Nate by the end of Demetri's voice, eyes lowered and laptop now shut. He didn't want to hear anymore of this, he didn't care if it was all light fun, It made him so fucking mad because he loved Alex just as much as Lauren, longer than she had, more passionately and undeniably. He didn't need to hear about how she would rave on about Alex, he didn't deserve the gut wrenching feeling, he didn't any of this, especially not being Alex's little conveniently available mouth or hand. Jude shouldn't even be so upset, he was the one allowing all of this to happen, staying at the side lines and taking anything he could get like a starved dog."Excuse me Nate, I wanna go for a nap" he murmurs lightly to the other, laptop tucked under his arm.
    September 30th, 2014 at 04:27am
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    Nate let out a soft huff at the mention of his boyfriend because though the guy was nice and not bad looking, he wasn't anything more than a little attracted to him. There was no love there at all. It wasn't what he told everyone, which technically made him a liar but it was a necessity. It also kind of made him an asshole for using the guy but it was just another teen fling, he had never committed to anything big or long term. It was just a thing they could both enjoy, where neither of them were along and Demetri was apparently more comfortable with him when he was taken. It was then that Jude started pulling away and his forehead creased as he studied the younger boy, now openly frowning. "Are you okay?" He asked, confused. He had gone from cheerful and joking to full retreat within a minute it seemed and Nate had no clue why. "But... wai- what?" He wanted to protest, wanted to demand an explanation and make him feel better - just wanted to have happy Jude back to cuddle so that he could cheer up again as well and be comforted. There was a pout on his face that he just couldn't hold back but he nodded then, sinking back into the seat and letting the other male leave. Nate couldn't help but wonder what had happened for the few moments that he had drifted off into his thoughts. The only thing that could cause such a 180 degree shift in his emotions was his infatuation with Demetri. Did Jude have something going on online? It was a fair assumption, he guessed. He glanced forward in the rv after watching the youngest teen leave, concentrating on the discussion between Alex and Demetri for a moment to see what was going on there currently. He got up and walked over, leaning on the back of Demetri's seat with his elbows and he listened in.

    Alex just tensed even more with every word coming from the older teen. He had to bite his tongue to not make any noise or pull a grimace because this was supposed to be a summer away from Lauren. The movement in the back of the vehicle caught his eyes and he saw Jude leaving the small table through the rearview mirror. He wanted to run away from this conversation as well but instead he had to react normal and not show his inner turmoil. Most importantly though, he had to keep his eyes on the road and not become carelessin his frustration. His grip on the steering wheel didn't loosen, if anything, it only intensified. Swallowing heavily after all he had just heard, he gave out a laugh, trying to make it sound sincere and not dry and forced. "What can I say?" he said with a shrug, "I'm just that awesome." It wasn't just the enormous guilt he felt toward both the people he was involved with but also the fear that he was going to have to face decisions sooner or later. In fact, sooner had passed a long time ago and later would be coming up soon as well and he was about to panic. This summer was supposed to distract him and refresh him so he could try to deal with everything when they returned home. He was probably just runnning away from his problems ignorantly, but it was what he was used to. It always worked... sometimes worse than other times but hey, he survived.

    "I think you should name your son, Nathan," Nate interjected. "That is absolutely the best name in the world," he nodded to himself. "Yup," he added, popping the 'p'. He totatlly didn't mean the name Demetri because Demetri was not the most perfect person he knew. He sighed, pulling a face. "Or probably not. He'd get into quite some trouble if he's anything like me. You probably don't want that."

    "Whoa, whoa, let's stop talking about kids, yeah?" Alex let out, this time unable to hold back a lightly exasperated tone. "I'm only 18. I'm still a kid myself and want to live my life..." He squirmed lightly in his seat, not liking the way this conversation was going at all and being unable to come up with a way to change topic successfully.
    September 30th, 2014 at 04:23pm
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    Demetri frowned when he caught sight of a tuff of messy blonde hair going into the back section where the bunks were, he was about to call out to Jude but the boy already disappeared from sight and there was no use of getting Jude to move once he was in bed. Turning back to Alex Demetri snorted, rolling his with a tender and fond expression. He couldn't think bad of his boys, sure they had their flaws but something about it was very endearing, he didn't think he could be with the guys if they didn't have their quirks. "Yeah mate, you sure are awesome" he agreed without a hitch in his voice, without any sarcasm, just endearment. He hadn't noticed Nate cross over to the front of the RV till he heard him speak, voice breaking in with something that was so common of Nate.

    "I don't think you should ever name your child Nathan" Demetri pointed out, a smile tugging at his lips,"The baby will end up a rambunctious and unruly child, probably ignore you if you don't give em what they want, kick you in the face when you go to blow a raspberry." He could imagine it now, a child that had his sisters olive skin tone and Alex's blue eyes, dark straight hair and named Nathan(no matter the gender), demanding play dates and causing trouble where ever they went though making friends in seconds. He wouldn't mind that, having a little niece or nephew that way, it sure would remind him of Nate and if Demetri was being completely honest, he loved things that remind him of Nate. The weird fire hydrant down the block he lives on that was painted in Nate's favorite color back when they were little boys, the kite that had been stuck in Park West, high above in an apple tree that had the letter N in big bright red, the little doodles in the corner of his middle school books where Nate had once touched. Needless to say there was plenty of stuff in the world already that reminded him of Nate, and having one more wouldn't hurt.

    "Lauren's eighteen too but she's far ahead on this one Alex," Demetri adds with a rumble to his voice that was deep and stone hard, a warning of sorts. Lauren always thought far too ahead of time and Demetri loved Lauren and Alex both but he didn't have a set opinion on how long their relationship will last or this and that, he was going to support the both of them since he didn't like taking sides- that is unless one of them fucks up and does something stupid like cheat."You wanna sit Nate?" he then asked, letting that transition away from the topic and giving open air for anyone to bring something up to talk about.

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    Nate scoffed at Demetri. "You're saying that as if it's a bad thing. Either way, I'll be teaching it my ways as the other uncle," he declared, feeling he would be close enough to the family as well as to Alex to actually consider the possibility that they might have their child consider him an uncle. If that child ever existed, which was questionable by the way the third boy there waa acting. Nate reached over from his place behind Demetri to nudge the driver with a small, crooked grin. "Cheer up, man. You'll see that kids aren't that bad. You get to teach them everything - like literally. Teach them that dragons do as a matter of fact exist but are just really good at hiding and that gays are dragon lords," he grinned, referring to himself. "Because wwe're cooler than you," he joked. "Or teach them that when cookies are made that the first 5 always have to go to the father and his friends. It's a law," he nodded. "Really, kids are fun," he concluded, adding in his thoughts, you know, when they aren't yours . Playing with kids, teasing them and going wild was definitely fun, no question and he would be the best cousin or uncle but the responsibility of raising a kid was not something he'd easily commit himself to.

    "You are so ridiculous," Alex snorted with a shake of his head. His lips threatened to quirk into the hint of a small smile but the dread and guilt were too heavy in his stomach to be truly enjoying the bullshit that as often came from Nate. "Do you even know what kind of nonsense leaves your mouth?" He asked in amusement, still avoiding to look at either of the two boys. Giving out a softsigh, he tapped the wheel. "You know I like to be honest with you guys," and he wanted to kick himself in the ass for saying that - it was true but he was a god damn hypocrite and should not be using honesty to get out of this, "and I'm not the kind to think too far ahead so... Kids won't really be much of a talking matter for the next couple of years. I mean, I would like to finish college first." He hated how serious he was being but his heart wasn't in it at the moment. Wasn't in it to talk about Lauren at all, actually.

    Nate shook his head at the offer from Demetri with a smile. "Nah, I'm fine. You just keep your ass put," he told him. His best friend always put others before him and he was going to be damned if he didn't make sure he came first at least the one or other time. Who knew if Demetri would ever willingly do something for himself when someone else was at stake.
    October 2nd, 2014 at 05:59pm
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    Demetri could not help but shake his head at Nate the entire time the other spoke, absolute rubbish coming from his mouth and definitely things you should tell a child since they would only grow up for some heart break, dragons don't exist nor will they ever. But Demitri could imagine Nate having a little kimodo dragon and pretending it was a real one with a little child, and it honestly caused a warm bubbling feeling in the pit of his stomach, the image of Nate doing his best to make a child smile and laugh all gleeful and crinkly eyed. No mater how silly and childish Nate could be, every should know by now that the other could be serious, protective, anything you call it, he was just a cuter, smaller version though. He had to agree with Alex, humming a little yes when Alex asked about the nonsense that leaves Nate's mouth. Demetri has been at the boys side for years and still didn't understand a lot of it, but that was a little fun, never knowing right away.

    Tilting his head back Demetri nudged Nate's arm with his forehead, a motion of asking if the other was sure. He wouldn't mind getting up for Nate, didn't find it to be a big deal. Demetri was constantly like that, for Nate he wouldn't mind walking five miles to get him day mad ice cream or driving an entire city over just to visit some little shop that had cool posters that's he could have just ordered online. Some people episode see it as excessive, Demetri sees it as doing his best friend a favor, no skin off his back. Wrapping his long fingers around Nate's wrist Demetri gave him a tug, "Come on mate, sit, who knows how good Alex's driving skills are, sit in my lap if you have too" he jokes, keeping his fingers firm on the delicate skin, his jokes awfully serious for someone who didn't do that sort of close contact stuff between guys.

    Demetri could see where Alec was coming from with not thinking so far ahead, he thought his sister was crazy for already thinking names and bloody neighborhoods to move to with Alex. He could see how much she really loved him and it did make him squirm because how could someone be so certain on their future? Demetri doesn't really do settling down, he does now or never. He does one night stands, maybe two nighter, weekends if it's great, he does in the moment things. He's young and he's not going to be forever so he figured he might as well dive into his teenage years and make it last. "Yeah man, I understand, don't really know or see how she can think so far ahead. I'm still double thinking my gap year,"

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    Nate huffed at the both of them. "Dragons are awesome, ok. There are absolutely the fucking best and they would totally rule the world if they would exist. Watch them just appear one day and enslave all of humanity," he declared, puffing his chest out and giving a proud nod. "I mean, have you seen pictured of dragons before? They can fly because they have giant, scaly wings and they have claws and horns and spikes. Oh and not to forget, they breathe fire. It doesn't get better than that," he rambled on because that's how he worked, running his mouth loose on the random thoughts that entered his wild mind. He asked himself every once in a while how he must sound to everyone else because Nate didn't hear anyone else babbling like himself but somehow his friends seemed to put up with it. And he was so thankful for that, not having to censor himself. Especially Demetri was to be admired since he had been just going along with all of his bullshit since basically forever and didn't seem to mind one bit. Shaking his head at said boy with a smile, he told him, "it's fine, D. I trust Alex and his driving skills." He nodded as he glanced over at the driver. "Hear that? You better not make a mistake or I will feel betrayed," he declared before turning back to Demetri. "You just sit there and don't worry about anything." Though he knew Demetri was always worrying about something. Always. Giving the boy's shoulder a short and light pat, his chest ached with longing. He'd love to sit in Demetri's lap. Not that he would ever take advantage of the situation but they used to be so close before that sitting in each other's laps had not been any kind of issue - mostly it was Nate in the older male's lap - but things were different now. Demetri was not comfortable with a lot of contact now and he respected that, was never going to force his best friend into anything or overrun him. So he stayed on his feet, just leaning against the seat as he looked out front, now falling silent.

    Alex was really glad to have Nate there in that moment for some distraction. It easedthe tension in him slightly and gave him time to sort his thoughts and feelings for a good response. He couldn't help the small grin that came to his face because Nate seemed to be having his own conversation - like a monologue - while ignoring the more serious topic that he was discussing with Demetri. "I think a gao year is a great idea," he mentioned. "My parents think differently but I mean, you're never going to really have the chance to do that again. You're young and have the world to explore - at least for a year - before it's down to business again. 12 years of school behind you and well, the rest of your life ahead of you, full of work. Having a one year break where you could rest and enjoy yourself - I wish I had that. But my parents would kick me out and I can't afford that yet. You should go for it though." He for one was kind of scared od the future. Being grown up and independent seemed like something tough and stressful and he didn't know if he was ready yet. He'd still have his mini job when he came back to town so that was something but it felt like it was only a fraction of how serious life could get. The long one could avoid it, the better, was Alex' opinion. Decisions were tough, especially ones that had long term consequences for your life. Thankfully, he had his parents to support him along the way. He would never admit it but he really just accepted their decisions as his own when it came down to it because it was easier and his parents had more experience. They were good people and what they proposed made sense so he really had no reason to argue and go off on his own. This right now was comfortable.
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    Demetri was positive that Nate was in love with dragons, the others admiration shinning through his 'enslave all of humanity' declaration that should shake a few people. It was always fun to listen to Nate speak, he came up with the weirdest and wildest things and it was always entertaining and made him chuckle. As people got older their imagination wasn't as vibrant or lively, for the life of him Demetri could not write himself a one page story about anything-- Nate though could probably write novels and novels on dragons and anything else that came to his mind. It felt like a blessing to have someone who still had that spark of a child, Demetri often found himself entranced by his best friend, getting lost in his words and voice without notice that often he didn't even notice that Nate was rambling. Demetri wasn't one to always listen and telling him not to worry was useless since Demetri excelled at that but he let Nate be for now, though his fingers twitched and although Alex was speaking Demetri was focused on Nate's body by his seat. "I hope it's a good choice" Demetri sighed heavily, he had always been the one to know what he wanted to do, to be two steps ahead in nearly everything but now he was nineteen and taking a gap year because he couldn't settle doing anything. He was sure a gap year didn't look to good on any college applications, nor did failing his ninth year because of all so his suspensions. Although Demetri was brilliant and book smart enough to get by it didn't show in his school records because he was always getting in trouble for one thing or another.

    "At least you're heading someone quicker than me" He huffed, subconsciously wrapping his fingers around Nate's wrist and tugging him forward till he could hold him by his hips and manhandle Nate into his lap. He didn't take in his actions till the hairs on top of Nate's head tickled at his chin and the warm press of Nate's back was against his chest, all too familiar and comforting of their younger adolescent years where one of them would always lay on the other."What about you Nate? What are your plans after this summer and don't come with any 'riding dragons' shit, this ins't a pixar movie" he scowled lightly, his hands gripping the armrest as he didn't feel like he could trust them to stay the hell still. He knew he had been quite a bite touchy feely with Nate as of late, and he assumed it was because this could be their last summer together, everyone had their own paths once the summer ended and it would be a bit difficult to all hang out once again as easily as a ring.

    Turning his face so he didn't have to stare down at Nate's head Demetri watched the road, entering the exit into the town that was holding the rodeo,"The rodeo's not till tonight, guys wanna stock up at the farmers market or go to the mall?" he asked, raising his wrist to see they had plenty of hours to go.

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    Having Demetri's hands on him felt too good to be true despite being as innocent as possible. This was something he knew from before, something familiar and comfortable. It was also something that sent his heartbeat racing like a cheetah after its prey and had his chest tightening lightly, so that he held his breath but only for a moment because the next he was in the boy's lap and he couldn't just sit there rigid and not breathing without him noticing. Huffing to cover his struggle to remain calm, he let himself relax against Demetri, feeling his body warmth quickly seep in against his back, just making him crave more, so much more. He would take what he go though, settling on top of the older boy's sturdy legs, glad that his metabolism allowed him to stay on the lighter side of his weight class so he wouldn't be much of a burden. Pulling his feet up, he braced then against the dashboard, resting his elbows on his knees so he wouldn't even have the chance to unconsciously reach out to touch Demetri in any way because the risk was there, always, he was a touch feely person. And so what if he might be curling in on himself in Demetri's lap as if he were a puppy that felt right at home. This summer was a turning point in their lives and possibly even the very last time they would be spending so much time together and he needed everything he could get out of this.

    Somewhere . That was the point. Alex was going somewhere but damn, if anyone knew where that was he would be very happy to know. Even if it was just a lottle tip. He had no idea if he was doing the right thing and if he would end up happywhen he got to where he was currently going. There was no reply from him to Demetri's remark and he was glad that the older decided to bring Nate into the conversation properly now because there was enough of uncertainty betwen the two oldest of the group and he was hoping that at least one of them had some kind of clue of how everything worked. Such serious topics would've not been his first choice to talk about anyway, Alex being quick to ignore things rather than deal with them. Humming in agreement, he chanced a look over and was surprised to find Nate on top of Demetri but his dramatic cry was directed at the feet on the dashboard. "Nate! Feet down," he demanded. "Or you'll be the one doing the cleaning around here. No arguing there," he huffed, turning back to the road as Nate huffed once more and dropped his feet, hands coming to rest on his thighs. "Good boy," Alex teased. "So tell us about your future plans," he added curiously because the boy had been the only one who hadn't revealed any serious plans or even thoughts on what he would do after the summer.

    Nate took to pouting, shooting both of them a feigned hurt look. "You're both boring and evil," he complained, "I am going on a quest to find dragons that I can ride off into the sunset. Without you. Either of you. And I will name him Shruikan because he will be black with icy blue eyes." Lifting his chin in up in his brilliant day dream, he smiled smugly, forcefully pushing any thoughts of college to the very back of his minds. It was something to be dealt with on other days.

    With a sigh, Alex turns to Demetri. "We're not getting anywhere with him are we?" He grumbled.

    "I think we should go to the mall. I'd like som frozen Joghurt," Nate easily changed the subject withba determined nod. "We just set out today. We don't need any restocking."
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    Demetri groaned at yet another mention of dragons. He was positive as light that Nate was possibly in love with them and would marry one if he had the chance which was a little worrying. Unintentionally he clasped his hand around the others upper arm, his long fingers wrapping nearly the entire span since his hands were so large, he didn't really pay attention to it, simply dug his fingers in and pulled the other, back, his solid chest a leaning support for Nate. "Sadly we're not, I think we need to do some shock therapy on this one, his infatuation with dragons is almost as intense as mines with Hyenas" Demetri joke, skidding his fingers down Nate's arm and clasping his wrist, thumb pressing light against one of his pulse points. He wasn't sure Nate or really anyone could surpass his love for Hyenas, but he would sure love to see them try. Demetri had a special blanket in one of his duffles, tucked at the very bottom that he owned since he was small, what used to be so large on him was now just about his size-- nearly, his entire head and nearly half his torso couldn't be covered but it wasn't a surprise with how large he was, it was a disappointment though. If he was Nate's size then he could curl up under it just fine, if he was Jude's size then he may not even find his way out of the blanket.

    "No more talking for the rest of this trip Nate, you only say nonsense" Demetri murmurs, resting his chin on top of the others head just fine, getting a smell of the others shampoo and finding it to be so familiar and slightly nostalgic. Deciding his best course of action was to just ignore Nate for the time being Demetri covered the boys mouth with his free hand and turned to pay attention to Alex,"You're right but we'll have to get some fruits in a few days for Jude, you know he doesn't accept anything older than three days, and I don't eat things I have to peel" He says with a uncomfortable cringe, the simple though of having to peel a fruit, like an orange, was revolting, had his stomach turn. There was lots of food he didn't eat just because of the peeling, and it was hard to explain as to why he was so defiant, people normally thought he was just crazy or lazy but it was just a stomach burning feeling he didn't want to experience. Demetri hadn't done any research of small malls like the one they were heading to but he figured it couldn't really be too boring, what malls were?

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    Nate sighed ever so softly as he was pulled back against Demetri but easily gave in. After years of refraining from touch, he couldn't deny it now when his friend was willing and he sank against his chest, leaning his head back. It didn't matter that it had been ages since he'd been in this position, he still settled in place lin the same way he would settle in the couch at home where he spent multiple hours in front of tv. He would feel guilty for going limp and leaning his whole weight on the older boy but he was too comfortable, the embrace too familiar to allow any negative feelings. Maybe he was just nostalgic but he was going to enjoy this for old time's sake. The grip on his arm was fine, did nothing but bring them closer together but the hand over his mouth made him grumble in protest, the exclamation he made getting muffled to the point of being unrecognizable. Groaning, he brought up his free hand to tug at Demetri's hand covering his mouth, struggling against his strength, where he really had no chance. After being unsuccessful for a minute or so, talking persistently, threatening to bite or lick him, despite knowing Demetri wouldn't understand, he fell still and huffed loudly through his nose. It wasn't his fault, he'd asked for it, Nate figured as he stuck his tongue out to the hand enclosing his mouth in a last attempt to free himself, not wanting to sort to anything any more violent than some tugging or anything as annoying as poking or tickling. He knew hos best friend's quirks and weaknesses, knew that he could get free if he desperately wanted to. But he wasn't sure about the limits, how far he could go with which means before he thrown off of Demetri's lap. Maybe he'd already done it by licking him but he was hoping that maybe the older male was loosening up a bit and finally getting over being upset that he had had a crush on him. No one needed to know that the use of past tense was wrong here, that was his little secret. His grip lingered on the arm that Demetri used to cover his mouth, just like Demetri's grip lingered on his other arm.
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    Demetri knew that Nate would try to pull his hand down, and he had been prepared, using a little strength to keep his hand wrapped around the other. He felt like everything in his life was on reply, happening over and over, in the most comforting way possibly. He could count off a quick five times Nate has been on his lap, and another five for when he has wrapped his hand around the other, he knew well enough that the boys tongue would come into action and he had been prepared mentally but fuck, the feeling of Nate's tongue across his skin was so weird and funny that he couldn't help but laugh and pull it away, wiping his palm over the front of the boys shirt. "I should lick you in your sleep, surprise attack" he complained, giving Nate a gentle scowl he more than likely couldn't even see or care for though his threat was real. Demetri was good on pranks, he always got people back whether it was one day later or months later in time.

    Demetri looked towards Alex and make a faux disgusted face, "Can't believe we're going to have to deal with this one for a good month" Demetri groaned loudly, sliding his hands off of Nate's arms and instead digging his fingers into the others waist. A month was certain, though they may just elongate their trip to two, or even three depending on Alex's university start date and other factors like his sister harrasing him to bring her boyfriend back home.

    Once they were securely parked at the trailer park Demetri bounced Nate on his lap with his knees, "Come one we gotta go, and I need to wake Jude iup unless one of you wanna do it" Demetri said as he glanced at Alex's and then poked Nate through his shirt. Jude was a nightmare to wake up sometimes, if he was well I to his sleep and then disrupted then it wouldn't be an easy or safe task. Jude once punched Demetri in the face during a group sleepover because Demitri relentlessly tried to wake the other up. Its wasn't a great feeling having your nose bleed from a tiny ass guy who was maybe one hundred and ten soaking wet.
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    "Pfft, you asked for it," Nate told him matter of factly. "You knew what was coming. You know the rules. Do whatever, just don't inhibit my ability to talk," he reminded him with a set nod as he squirmed in place a bit to get properly comfortable after Demetri let him go, capturing his waist instead, which just made him feel secure. "And I'm never afraid to use my tongue to get what I want," he added and in the one or other case that might have been as bad as it sounded. He wouldn't mind if Demetri copied him and used his tongue just the same. He'd dreamed of the boy's tongue in his mouth or running across his skin. Not that he would ever mention anything this explicit, not when seeing how his friend had freaked at the simple thought of a younger him being attracted to him. If Nate would've talked to anyone about his feelings toward Demetri, the risk would've been too big that the male in question would find out. Nate trusted both Jude and Alex but mistakes happened, drunken nights happened with the one or other secret out in the open and if Demetri wasn't wasted enough to forget everything the next morning, he was fucked. He had made it this far only by beibg extra careful, even resorting to greater measures and dating someone he didn't really care for - at least not half as much as he cared for any of the three currently in the rv. Some might call him crazy but he was just determined.

    Alex laughed as he killed the engine and got out of his seat, stretching because he hadn't exactly had the freedom of movement as the rest of them while he was driving. "See, I wouldn't have agreed to this if you weren't here, Demetri, because you always get the worst of all this balled energy and then he goes easier on Jude and me," he laughed as he glanced at the quirky duo just as Nate got off of Demetri's lap, swatting at the older boy's finger after the poke. He felt guilty for even taking Jude's name in his mouth because he was quite sure the 16 year old had disappeared into the back of the vehicle because of him. He couldn't be sure, all he knew was that there had been talk about Lauren and her love for him and Jude was suddenly fleeing. He didn't blame him in the least - of course, there was no blame to be put on the youngest male. It was all on him. He was needy and greedy and selfish, that much was clear. Even though there was obvious mutual attraction between Jude and him, it was ckear to him that it wouldn't end well if he went to wake the boy - it couldn't. Thankfully, Nate loudly declared that neither of them had the right approach and or the right tact for something so simple before heading back to where Jude had retreated. Letting him go with just a fond roll of his eyes, he stepped out of the van. "Let's just hope this doesn't take a million years," he sighed to Demetri.

    Nate scampered to the back of the rv in an easy mood, feeling high and mighty after having being sat in his favorite person's lap. Instead of the traditional loud wake up shout he would usually come with, Nate decided to crawl onto the bed next to where Jude was burrowed into the blanket, slipping underneath with him. "Morning, Jude," he said softly, reaching out to touch his shoulder gently.
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    Demetri let out a loud diggings Nate had gotten off of his lap, pretending that the other had weighed so much that it was a relief that he had finally gotten off. Getting up from his seat Demetri had to dodge the head board so he didn't utter himself, stretching his toned arms out in front of him. "Yeah, well I honk he may start attacking you and Jude more since after this trip we won't all be together as often" the words left his throat thick and clogged, the truth wasn't very warming or welcomed but it was the truth and they couldn't really change it. They were all growing up, and sometimes when you grow up not everyone is kept in your life. He didn't want to remind himself of what was ahead of them, he wanted to live in the now even though all Demetri did was plan ahead, future this and that. He needed this trip, and these boys to let loose for once. "I heard they sell cowboy styled hats at the mall, maybe we come pick some up as a suvener and wear it for the dance tonight" he offered thoughtfully, the town was quite old looking with small buildings and houses and so much land. They could play hide and seek and lose someone on the fields. Not that Demetri wold actually allow anyone to go missing, he'd go crazy and call the police after half an hour. He knew the lads could take care of themselves but there would always be a constant worry in Demetri. "Think Nate an actually wake Jude up?" he asked, keeping his tone casual though he feared Jude would get snappy and punch Nate.

    Jude had curled up beneath a blanket he pulled from his bag and had quickly gone to sleep, something he did whenever he was upset so he could just bypass the time and war up not as sad as before. He had felt like crying previously, had felt like disappearing, quickly regretted he trip because of course there would be Lauren talk, Demetri adored his sister after all, and he knew he didn't have a right to get so upset. He just didn't. Although he felt sad prior, he was mad now, nothing pissing him off more than someone waking him up from his sleep. His lashes fluttered quickly, adjusting to the gentle light before he got a faceful of Nate's soft features and pretty eyes. He didn't feel as upset as he would have if Nate had screamed but he still wasn't content with being disturbed. "Hi Nate" he answered a bit clipped, not hiding the sharp edge to his voice which signalled he wasn't very pleased. He couldn't hear out in the front of the bus, but he could hear Nate's soft breathing and could see the others chest moving slowly. Although he wasn't happy with being woken up he was glad it was Nate. Demetri tended to fret and worry too much, read in far more than needed, and Alex, well, Jude just didn't want to see the others handsome face as it could set him off in an angry frenzy."Whady'all want? "
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    "This trip is going to be one hell of a ride that's for sure," Alex laughed, simply refusing to think of the future awhere they would be separated. It had been the four of them together as a group throughout high school and even though that was only 4 years, it felt like more. This wasn't just the kind of friendship that fell apart as soon as the next phase of life started, it couldn't be. He knew that most people always talked about making friends for life during college since that was where you met people who had the same interests but he couldn't imagine finding anyone that could become more important to him than these three boys. He ccouldn't imagine life without them, really. He didn't want to and he was hoping they would somehow find a way to stay close, like meeting up once a month maybe or skype dates. It made it sound like a long distance relationship but he wanted this to work out. He had this need to make sure they all got back together when it was time to settle down so they could all become neighbors and could have spontaneous BBQs and movie nights. Alex did notice how his future plan involved only these three guys Lauren nowhere in sight but he wasn't sure what role Jude would be playing. He isn't sure what this was between them or how exactly the younger male felt about the thing they had going on. Would it last? He'd almost missed what Demetri said about the cowboy hats but it brought a small grin to his face, while he was glad for the change of topic. "Oh, yeah," he nodded in agreement. "Just don't let Nate choose. He'll get the ridiculously pink ones for all of us," he joked, shaking his head. Glancing at the back of the rv where the two other bboy's would be, he chuckled. "I'm sure he can... the question wouls be how upset Jude is about being woken up," he added the last part a bit more softly.

    Nate knew he had to be careful if he didn't want to anger Jude any more than his tone already implied. None of them would want to leave the 16 year old behind so he would have to do his best to convince him to come with them. When it came to sleep though, Jude was the most stubborn of them all by far. This would not be an easy task. Nate was up for the challenge. He'd show Demetri how this worked without getting punched in the face. "Hey," he smiled warmly, cheerful despite the cold edge in the other's voice. He knew it wasn't personal. "We arrived at the mall," he explained. "It's time to go shopping!" Grinning, he lifted himself on his elbow as he looked down at Nate. "Remember the style switch we talked about earlier? This is our chance. I'll find you some nice ripped jeans that'll show off ypur pretty butt and pair it with a leather jacket - you'll be hot enough to burn down the store," he told him. "And then we can find matching fluffy sweaters. Maybe you even manage to talk me into buying some," he added with a wink. He wanted to reach out to him, always one for physical contact but he wasn't sure yet if that would be going too far at the moment. He needed to give Jude some time to wake up properly.
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    Demetri knew the trip was going to be long, and not even that it was originally planned to be a month long but with all these guys sometimes the hours and minutes ticked down too slowly, sometimes it felt like he was walking through thick air that wasn't going to let him get to his destination any time soon. And not to say that that was a bad thing, he loved spending time with all of the boys, and knowing that this trip was going to feel like a lifetime made him a little warm in his stomach and caused his skin to tingle and prickle pleasantly. Demetri was hoping for very small, quick burning fights, if hopefully none but knowing these guys and Demetri's angsty and short tempered head there was bound to be an argument or two going around. Moving into the kitchen area Demetri grabbed his sunglasses from their spot on the table and placed them back on, never forgetting them as they were apart of him at this stage just like his chevron bracelet was, with button clasp that had a hyenas outline on it. "I think Jude likes Nate the very most from all of us" Demetri said with a light hearted laugh as he patted his pocket to make his wallet was there,"I don't think he'd be as mad as usual, those two are kinda like beans on toast" Turning his head Demetri glanced back at the bunk section and smiled to himself, he was sure Nate was doing a better job than he or Alex would have done if they were to wake Jude up.

    Jude groaned groggily, he didn't want to go to the Mall, he wanted to sleep for five more days and then get back on his laptop to play a game or two. He knew he could go back to sleep if he really wanted to, just shove Nate out of his bunk and say that there was no way he was going with the group and that would be that, Demetri would tell the group no more and they'd go but he didn't want to shove Nate or scream at him, he didn't like being rash and hard headed with Nate. With his face in his pillow Jude let out another groan, his bones heavy with sleep and his hair a blonde bird nest on top of his head. He tried to urge himself up, gave himself a quick pep talk and some pros as to going to he mall like getting to go to GameStop and searching for some more pullovers because although he knew he had enough to go year round he felt like there was always room more another."Fine, fine, just get out the bunk or I'll be forced to shove you" Jude said as he picked his head up and leaned up, biting the fullest part of Nate's cheek playfully before nudging him away. He didn't want to go one hundred percent but he would feel bad later for saying no.

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