A kiss in a cafe

Dream was in the kitchen preparing lunch for two people who were sitting on the couch in the living room. The day was not cold, even though it was winter. the radiators warmed him, and the blanket in which George and Sapnap hid. — have you decided when you will tell him? — asked the brown-haired man, without turning his head to his interlocutor. — yes. tonight. — Nick began fiddling with the edges of his sweatshirt out of nerves. — are you going on a date again? — George was surprised and extremely angry with his friend. — there were so many moments when you could have confessed! why were you silent, idiot? — watch your words...I couldn’t get my act together. — you literally gave him flowers and kissed him on the cheek every time. you could just say “I love you.” three words! so hard? — yeah. now let’s remember how you and Dream started dating. — shut up, it was stupid, I already know! Dream heard the altercation from the kitchen and, putting spaghetti on plates, called out to them. — idiots, come here before it gets cold! George was the first to jump out of the blanket and ran to the kitchen like a little child, while Sap lazily stood up and tried to stay on his feet due to the blurring in his eyes. entering the kitchen, the following picture appeared to the minecrafter’s gaze: George was sitting on the table, cupping Dream’s cheeks, kissing him. Sap winced at such tenderness and quickly grabbed his portion from the table. — fucking hell, I won’t eat at this table... — we didn’t just kiss here... — you two idiots, George! - Nick cried, pouting his lips offendedly. — I envy you. — nothing, just confess to your idiot, and you will be the same. the couple laughed while Nick decided to very quickly go into the living room so as not to see the two. of course he was jealous. I was jealous of how well they were doing. kisses, hugs, walks, long eye contact. In general, everything was the same with Sap, except for the kisses. Which made him very, very upset. Nick always looked at Carl's lips and thought about how to touch them with his own. "— what does Karl taste like?" — the brunette always scrolled in his head, cracking his fingers. of course, tonight will be very tense. How does he confess? everything is not so complicated: they will come to the cafe, order themselves something, will talk for a long time, and when they start getting ready, Sap will kiss the curly-haired boy and tell him about his feelings. Nick thought about the sequence of the last actions more than once, but decided to leave everything as it was. come what may. *** there was very little time left before the scheduled meeting, less than half an hour. Nicholas quickly got ready, looked for the things he needed, rushed around the entire apartment, incredibly nervous. — calm down, you’re running around like crazy! — George commented on the situation, chuckling. — Georgie, I don’t think we should touch him, he’s already worried... — where did he even get a bouquet in winter?.. Dream kissed his lover on the cheek and Sap ran very quickly next to him, looking for his sweatshirt. — can you be more careful?! — George shouted indignantly after the brunette. — Sap, can I help you? Nick ran up to Dream and began to explain the situation. — yes, thanks a lot. I lost the sweatshirt that Karl gave me for my last birthday, remember? so bright red, like... — the younger one put his hand on his forehead and groaned. — I do not know where she is... — don’t worry, we’ll find you now. — Clay turned to his boyfriend and smiled at him. — and Georgie will help us. — ey! — the brown-haired man exclaimed, not holding back his smile. — thanks guys. let's hurry up then, I don't want to be late. the search for a sweatshirt did not take long. Sap ran the fastest while the couple walked calmly and looked into the closets. — I found it, Sap! — the British man spoke from the bedroom.

***

after all the preparations, a long run to all corners of the apartment and shortness of breath, Sap sat down to rest. I drank valerian and just sat, looking at the ceiling. — If Karl refuses you, don’t worry too much. — the brown-haired man said casually. after which he was given a slap on the head. — everything will be fine, Sap, he won’t refuse you. — what do you think are my chances? — Nick asked in a half-whisper, looking at the ceiling, slightly squeezing the bouquet in his hands. — well, probably 99 percent! even if everything goes for the worse, you will still remain friends, I think. — George wanted to add something else, but changed his mind and waited for an answer from Dream. — I agree with George. you and Karl are very close, so maybe the percentage is a little higher than 99. don't think about the worst, okay? — um...thank you, guys. — Sap took a deep breath and exhaled measuredly, closing his eyes. — I’ll go then, I don’t want to delay him. — okay, good luck! — the two said in one voice and smiled goodbye to their friend. — thank you. Karl was actually waiting downstairs, at the entrance. sat on a bench and kicked the snow with his boot. Nick came out and was immediately attacked with hugs, almost touching the flowers. — hi!! — Karl pulled away and did not stop smiling. — hi. this is for you. — he handed the young man a bouquet. — oh, thank you! — the guy accepted the flowers and blushed deeper, not because of the cold. — let's go? I don't want you to freeze. — okay! Sap pulled the young man towards him by the waist and, taking his hand, kissed him on the cheek. and they set off.

***

the cafe was quiet. almost none who did not go outside in the cold, and in the evening everyone returned home, not wanting to linger. of course, some seats were occupied, but this did not stop them from sitting by the window. Karl himself hasn’t been here for a long time. he adored this cafe and came here whenever possible, but these opportunities became fewer with preparation for exams and all kinds of tests. nothing has changed since the last visit. the same delicate shades of pale chestnut and loose beige. surprisingly, they were even on the shift of the barista Jacobs last saw. Sapnap led his friend to the table. The brunette gestured that the streamer could sit opposite him, as the curly-haired boy actually did. — what do you want to order? — let's have some sushi if you don't mind. Sap was worried, but not so much, although Karl’s presence made his cheeks glow. when the order was brought, namely a bottle of white wine and sushi, Jacobs began to tell all the events that had happened this week at work, school, on streams and in general, devouring sushi on both cheeks. Nick listened attentively and nodded occasionally, sipping his wine. maybe the alcohol gave him strength, but not enough to make him feel fearless. — you know, I recently went to talk Alex, and he starts telling me something so loudly that I didn’t even understand! it was terrible! and it turns out he's just... " — Karl is so damn cute... " — thought Sap, without even listening to the story about Alex. and, of course, he did not notice that he had been looking at Jacobs with a loving gaze for too long. — hey, are you even listening to me? — the sunny boy asked with resentment in his voice. — yes, yes, I’m listening. — and what did I just tell you? — um... — you are shameless, Nick! Karl turned away offendedly out the window, while the one called shameless felt a pang of guilt. — I'm sorry, Karl. can you tell me again? I will listen. — okay, I’ll tell you, but just tell me, what have you been thinking about for so long? "— about how cute you are, dear." — about nothing important, honestly. — well, look at me...

***

two hours have passed too long. the guys sat and chatted nicely, sometimes laughing and drinking wine. It's time to go home. and then Sap thought seriously. "— maybe you shouldn't confess? why torture him..." - Sapinapi, what are you thinking about all the time? it was unbearable for Sap to continue to wait and stall for time. Nick exhaled quickly and, reaching across the table, kissed Carl on the lips. the curly-haired young man opened his eyes wide, looking at the Floridian. Sapnap quickly pulled away. — I love you, Karl. please, forgive me for kissing without permission and for intruding in general. you are very important to me and I don’t want to lose you... — Nicholas began to speak quickly, as if in delirium. Jacobs, arriving in slight shock, refused to perceive everything that was happening now. Nick kissed him? Isn't this all a dream? can they finally be happy together? —Nick. — Karl called and fell silent for a split second to look into alien beloved eyes. — I love you too. and now Nicholas was surprised. — what?... — I say, I love you too, Nick. — Karl smiled as tenderly as never before. — your feelings are mutual. Sap smiled too. he was so happy. They both stood up from the table and hugged each other tightly. — now you can kiss me not only on the cheek. Jacobs chuckled. — I'm very happy, really, baby. Karl blushed even more at the nickname and both laughed. — I'll walk you home. — will you go to your place by bus? maybe you'll stay with me? — Dream will pick me up in the morning then, I can stay with you. — wonderful! the couple held hands and Karl took the flowers in his free hand. Having paid the bill, the young men went out, still red with emotion and still so unbearably happy.