Gratefully His

Chapter 2-1

Chapter 2

Pablo had almost forgotten just how f*****g adorable Sebastian Walton was. How long had it been since he’d seen the cute little blond? Probably last time was Cecilia’s wedding.

The messy windswept hair had darkened to a more honey blond than the bleached blond he’d had then. He liked it better. It went really well with the sky blue eyes framed by honey colored lashes. A more natural look.

Across the bridge of Sebastian’s nose was a smattering of freckles. Too sweet.

“I think I hear Hector calling you,” he said.

Sebastian continued to stare at him, rather like a deer caught in headlights. His tongue darted out to run over his bottom lip. It took everything in Pablo not to trap that tongue within his own lips. Later perhaps.

“Sebastian?”

“Oh. Yeah, sorry. It’s, well, it’s been a while since I’ve seen you, I guess. You’re still a cop?”

He grinned. “Yes. And you’re still a student.”

“Just for a short time. I graduate next semester.”

“I love smart guys.” When Sebastian blushed, Pablo couldn’t help but be glad he’d said it. So adorable. “What is your major again?”

“Pre-med.”

“Ah, yes, I remember now. A doctor.” He folded his arms in front of his chest. “How sexy.”

“S-sexy?”

“Uh-huh. I think so anyway.” He tilted his head to the right side. “Girlfriend?”

“No.”

Pablo was pretty sure Sebastian was gay. Had been gay even back when Pablo had taken the chance and kissed him in the pool out back. But since then, Sebastian hadn’t said so. He’d certainly know if Sebastian had. Obviously the younger man had his reasons for keeping quiet. But Pablo was curious.

He stopped himself from speaking about it. Yet. “I think Hector wants you to join him in the backyard.”

Sebastian swallowed, his Adam’s apple bobbing. “Right. Um. Thanks. See you?”

“Actually I thought I’d join you outside for a beer.”

Sebastian nodded. “Okay then.”