During soccer practice, Alec only had one goal. And that was to give Josh a piece of his mind about what he was doing to Lukas. Finding out that Lukas had hurt his hand because of him was the last straw. He couldn't let it continue.

Practice finished at the usual time. The whole team rushed to the locker room, excited to get home. Alec sped up to catch up to Josh, who was ahead of him.

"Hey." Alec stopped Josh before he stepped inside the room. He waited until they were alone before speaking. "I don't know what you're problem with Lukas is. But stay away from him. Got it?"

Josh stared at Alec. He didn't say anything. He didn't need to say anything. His silence was enough for Alec to assume he got the message. That was all he needed. Alec patted him on the shoulder and walked past him to go into the locker room.

"I didn't know you cared so much for him," Josh said. "What? Is he that good in bed?"

Alec stopped. He turned around to see Josh had this disgusting smirk on his face. Alec grabbed him by the collar, pushing him against the wall. He was getting ready to punch him, but he held back. There was no point. He wasn't even worth it.

"You know Josh. The more you talk, the more it sounds like you're jealous." Josh flinched. Alec had his suspicions about Josh but nothing concrete. Now he knew. Alec leaned closer. "Stay away from Lukas."

He finally walked past Josh. There was no point in staying there. He said what he wanted to say. He was going to have to keep a tighter eye on him. Make sure he didn't continue. But for now, he just wanted to get home.

Alec ran as fast as he could. He wanted to see Nick as soon as possible. He burst through the front door and climbed up the stairs without greeting his family. He locked his bedroom door, just in case Filipe decided to spy on them again. He threw his bag on the bed as he headed to the window. Nick was only a few feet away now, and Alec's heart was pumping rapidly in his chest with anticipation. He couldn't wait.

He snuck out of the window and crossed the balcony.

"Hey." Alec popped his head inside the room.

"Hey." Nick smiled. He was lying on his bed while doing his homework like the diligent student he was. "How was practice?"

"Good." Alec climbed in through the window. "But I really wanted it to be over so I could come back home. Be with you."

Nick blushed. He sat up just as Alec crawled onto his bed. Alec rested his head on Nick's lap as he wrapped his arms around his waist.

"Are you tired?"

"No." He shook his head. "I just wanted to do this."

Nick smiled as he rubbed his hand in Alec's hair. It caused Alec to close his eyes as he let himself be taken by the feeling.

"Alec?"

"Yeah."

"Can we talk?"

Alec's eyes opened, and he pulled away from Nick. He knew what kind of conversation he wanted to have. He had been expecting it since Nick mentioned wanting to talk about their relationship. He didn't think it would be this soon.

"Of course." He sat up next to Nick and nodded.

"I wanted to talk about us." Nick lowered his head. "I mean. What are we?"

"Well... I thought we were dating. You know, since we both feel the same."

"Don't you think that's a little fast?"

"No. I mean, we've known each other our whole lives. It's not like we have to go through the process of getting to know each other first."

"I know. But you used to date girls."

"Yeah. I remember."

"What if you realize you prefer girls.?"

Alec stared at Nick. He had never thought about relationships as a preference between the sexes. He just thought of it as loving one particular person at a time. Gender had nothing to do with it.

"So, you think I'm going to realize I prefer boobs over a flat chest?" Nick hung his head low, but Alec could tell he was nodding. "That's not going to happen. I'm more of an ass man anyway." Nick looked at him, and he started to laugh. Alec smiled, and he reached for Nick's hands. "Look. I don't know what's going to happen later on. But I know that right now, I want to be with you. I'm not interested in anyone else."

"I know. I just... I don't want to jump into this too quickly. Can we take things slow and see how it progresses?"

"Sure." Alec nodded. He didn't mind that at all as long as he could be with Nick again. "I don't want to rush you. I want to be with you."

Nick's face flushed. Alec felt his heartthrob. Nick was so cute it made it hard for Alec to hold back. He pulled Nick towards him until he was sitting on his lap. He wrapped an arm around his waist while his other went to touch his cheek.

"Um... I know you said let's take things slowly, but... can I still kiss you?"

Alec noticed the red tint in Nick's cheek darkened. Which could only mean he wanted it too. Nick nodded as he lowered his head. Alec smiled as he removed his glasses and placed them further away from them. Alec pulled Nick's head closer and kissed him. The moment their lips touched, Nick responded immediately and wrapped his arms around his neck. The kiss deepened, and he hugged Nick towards him even more, pressing him firmly against his chest.

He could feel Nick's heartbeat against his own, and he felt the urge to touch him more. To feel it race even quicker. He slipped both of his hands under Nick's shirt, feeling his skin under his fingertips. They explored his chest, gently grazing both of his nipples before traveling to his back. Nick moaned. The sound only made him even more excited. He wanted to explore every inch of him to drive him mad with wanting.

His hands reached Nick's waist, and they slipped under his pants, cupping both cheeks gently. Nick's butt felt soft, and he gave them a light squeeze.

"Alec."

Nick's voice was barely above a whisper, and it drove Alec crazy with desire. Alec lowered Nick onto his back before he leaned on over him. His mouth ventured towards Nick's neck. He kissed it gently at first, and then he got more aggressive. Nick moaned under him, and he began to thrust his hips upwards, rubbing his crotch against Alec's. The sensation was too much for him. He knew that if he had to endure any more than this, he wouldn't be able to restrain himself.

"Um... I should go." Alec pulled away, sitting up once more. "I have to shower and ..."

He looked down at his lap. His boner was visible through his pants.

"Yeah. Okay." Nick breathed heavily.

Nick looked disheveled and erotic with pinkish spots on his neck. Alec didn't want to leave. He wanted to stay and keep going, but he knew that if he didn't stop himself now, he wouldn't be able to keep his word to Nick.

"Can I come over later?"

He bit the inside of his lip as he waited for his answer. Nick was pressing his hands between his legs, trying to hiding his boner.

"I have to finish my homework."

"Oh. Okay." Alec was a little disappointed, but he understood. "See you tomorrow then?"

Nick nodded. Alec smiled lightly and went out of the window. He hurried to his room and ran to the bathroom before anyone could see him.

He spared no time changing and getting inside the shower. He let the water run down his body. He closed his eyes and let his hand snake down to his crotch. It throbbed at his touch. This was torture. But he had to live with it for now until Nick was ready to take their relationship to the next level.