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After leaving Zarryn's lab, the two immediately made their way through the city searching for an inn. Finding a place to stay wasn't difficult, however, the innkeeper was on edge. Neither Illran nor Veras could blame the owner given the fact that the unnerving air Lucius brought to the Sid Cahem was now dissipating. Not to mention Veras had a blood-soaked poncho from his wounded shoulder.
Even so, Illran felt his patience waning. They were both still recovering from their fight with Lucius. All Illran wanted was a private room with a decent bed. The two had some private matters they eagerly needed to discuss.
Once they finally got a room for the night, Illran guided Veras to sit on the bed. The room was small, with only a bed and nightstand in sight. The only light source was the bright moonlight that spilled into the room from the window. Veras let his body lean onto Illran as he sat beside the other man. Illran wrapped his arm around Veras's waist.
While they both urgently wanted to talk about what their future holds now that they knew how they felt for one another, neither bothered to start the conversation. Instead they sat in a calm and comfortable silence. Truthfully, it was pleasant being able to rest like this. It had been a while since they fully allowed themselves a complete restful moment. Ever since they met Raen, there was always something to do, not that either of them minded.
The arm Illran rested on Veras's waist moved to rub his back. Veras let out a sigh as he further relaxed into Illran's side. He closed his eyes to place his full attention on his touch. Veras felt himself beginning to doze off. He was too exhausted to fight off his tiredness.
"Are you ready to sleep?" Illran asked in a sweet and gentle tone that was reserved for only Veras. He stopped rubbing his back, hoping the lack of his intimate touch would give Veras enough brainpower to respond.
Veras yawned. He took a moment to think about his answer and another to form the words. He knew he really should be getting sleep right now, but he wanted to talk to Illran. "I thought we were going to talk about our relationship."
Illran chuckled at Veras's answer. It was at times like these when he felt himself fall deeper in love with Veras. He had an alluring cuteness to him. "That can wait for tomorrow. Besides, your shoulder needs healing."
"Mm," was all Veras could get out. He stood up. His hands automatically reached towards his poncho to tug it off. He didn't have the patience to undo the straps at the side. Illran got up to help with this task, not wanting Veras to strain his shoulder. Once off, Veras slipped onto the bed and underneath the blankets. The softness of the bed was all too inviting for him.
Illran stood beside the bed, conflict halting his actions. Veras waited for Illran to lie next to him, but when this didn't happen, Veras sat up and asked, "Illran, is something the matter?"
Illran briefly considered if he should tell Veras. He ultimately decided to. "There's only one bed. I didn't think about how that would be with us. I wouldn't want to cross any boundaries."
"Nothing has to change between us. If you want, I can wear some clothes." Veras did not want to wear clothes, but for Illran he would.
"No, no. You're right." Illran removed his clothes, with only his underwear remaining. It helped him to remember the countless nights they both slept like this. He told himself Veras was right, that nothing had to change.
When Illran joined Veras on the bed, the two settled on their sides facing each other. Veras found Illran's hand. Using his thumb, he gently traced circles onto the back of Illran's hand.
Feeling Veras's warmth next to him was enough for Illran to let go of the emotions he had been holding in since the fight with Lucius. Hell, he knew he was feeling this way before, but the battle only increased those feelings. Illran sighed before softly speaking, "I was worried about losing you. I know it wasn't my place to speak, but I couldn't stand the thought of being without you."
"No, you are entitled to voice your opinion on whether I stay or not. I'm sorry for almost leaving you. You're important to me, Illran." Veras let go of Illran's hand and reached out to cup his cheek.
Illran savored his touch. He grabbed hold of the hand on his cheek to place a kiss on it. "I should have known you weren't immune to my charm."
Veras let out a laugh. He slowly moved closer to Illran, resting his head underneath Illran's chin. The two embraced each other. Despite their newfound relationship, this interaction felt the same as many others that they had shared. Illran's embrace only served to make Veras question how he could be so oblivious. Veras couldn't help but wonder why it took him so long to realize just how deeply his love for Illran had grown.
"I'm sorry. I should have seen that we both wanted more from each other," Veras quietly spoke. The guilt of leaving Illran alone in this world was eating at him greatly. His heart felt heavy at the actions he was so close to taking.
"Veras, you're here with me now. You know, you could make it up to me by—" Illran instantly shut up. His grip around Veras loosened.
"What?" Veras moved slightly back. He felt having space could help them both think clearly.
"No, you're injured." Illran replied.
This response only led Veras to be more confused. "What does my injury have to do with making it up to you?"
"Veras." Illran sighed after he spoke. He hoped Veras would either understand what he was trying to convey or that he would drop the subject. However, Veras's guilt prevented him from doing such.
"Illran?" Veras asked. He waited in silence for Illran to speak again.
"You're naked, and... I'm horny." Illran practically mumbled the last part out. Though he's been with men before, none could make him feel like Veras does. He felt as if any prior experience he had gained from his past hookups or love interests suddenly vanished when it came to Veras being his romantic partner. All of his previous encounters simply couldn't compare to Veras. Perhaps it was because he had never fallen in love before.
"Oh," was all Veras could say. He felt his body instantly heat up. The idea that Illran wanted him in that manner was new to him. Although, it definitely was something he could easily get used to.
"Do you want to do anything?" Illran asked, not wanting to force Veras to do anything.
Veras wasted no time in responding. "Yeah, what did you have in mind?"
"This." Illran's fingertips glided down Veras's chest and then slowly made it down past his abs. His skin was soft against his fingers. It looked just as it felt: impeccable. He paused right before Veras's groin, asking, "Can I continue?"
Veras agreed. He held onto his breath as he waited with anticipation. Illran started by palming his lover's dick. His strokes were gentle and slow, almost too slow for Veras. Thankfully, Illran switched to wrap his fingers around his length and began pumping. Veras's dick was quickly growing to its full size. He shivered and let out a breathy moan. "Illran, keep going."
Veras's moan sounded like music to Illran's ears. Illran leaned over to kiss his neck. At first his kisses were light, then they became rougher. With each moan Veras let slip out, Illran found it more difficult to control him. He was glad to please Veras, but his own erection was growing needy.
While Illran continued to suck on Veras's neck, Veras had a passing thought about having a few hickeys. That thought didn't get far, though, with Illran's hand doing wonders to his cock. It was hard for Veras to think of anything but the pleasure he was receiving. He decided to let himself get lost for now. Veras could only get so lost, as another thought crossed his mind.
"Wait, Illran," Veras managed to say through his moans. Illran stopped attacking his neck, allowing Veras enough room to speak. Veras brought his hand to Illran's shoulder, gently caressing him. Before he got fully swept away, Veras wanted more. Without thinking, Veras asked, "Can you be a good boy for me?"
"W-what?" Illran's face instantly became flushed.
Uneasiness quickly seeped into Veras. He hoped his words didn't ruin what they barely started. "Sorry, I thought you would have enjoyed that. When I said you have been good in the past, you seemed to have liked it."
His brain short-circuited. Illran couldn't form a sentence fast enough. All his thoughts went to the wrong head. He practically stumbled over his words. "I— um, I do. Fuck, Veras. I really do. I just wasn't expecting that."
Veras's excitement grew at Illran's reaction. He noted to remember that for later. "Then will you be obedient and take off your underwear?"
Without responding, Illran gave himself enough room to swiftly remove the last piece of clothing he had on. His neglected erection felt good finally being freed. As soon as Illran returned to Veras's side, Veras pushed him down onto the mattress. He straddled Illran's waist. Their dicks were aching for friction. Veras placed one hand on Illran's torso. He rubbed circles around his muscles, relishing Illran's toned physique.
"I want to frotting with you," Veras said. He then hastily added, "That is if you want to."
"Yeah, that would be really hot. Hold on." Illran placed a hand on Veras's hip to steady him. He leaned over to grab a vial out of the pocket of his pants. Thankfully he discarded his pants right beside the bed.
"Some olive oil would help us." Illran uncapped the vial and poured it onto their cocks. Veras sucked in a breath at the initial coldness. Illran grabbed hold of their cocks with a firm grip. He began massaging their lengths, spreading the olive oil. Illran's hand filled Veras with bliss.
Once Illran lined Veras's dick on top of his, Veras began to rock his hips back and forth. This elicited a surprised but pleased moan from Illran. Their dicks glided easily, providing the friction they both desperately craved. They started out with a steady pace, but it soon turned needy and erratic.
It felt surreal having Veras naked, erect, and grinding himself against his dick. Countless nights Illran fantasized about Veras lewdly. If Illran thought any longer on his past dreams, it would almost become overwhelming. Instead, he chose to turn his full attention to Veras. The way his partner's erection rubbed against his own brought the most amount of pleasure Illran had ever felt in his entire life. The emotional connection he shared with Veras made the sex feel beyond sensual. The quiet noises that escaped Veras's mouth caught Illran's ear. He wanted to hear more of those intimate noises.
Illran sat up to pull Veras into a hug, then gently laid him on his back. Even in his lust-filled brain, Illran was still cautious about his partner's injury. Veras responded by wrapping his arms around Illran's neck. He pushed Illran closer to him, feeling his long hair fall around him. They shared a deep, passionate kiss before Illran picked up where Veras left off. Veras wrapped his hand around their cocks to steady them in place.
Veras was glad to let Illran take over. His injured shoulder had him growing tired faster than he normally would be. Not to mention, since Illran wasn't injured, he was able to set a harder and faster pace.
Illran was able to keep up his unrelenting pace for a few moments until, to his surprise, he came. If both Veras and Illran weren't already feeling heated, the cum on Veras's torso most certainly would have done it for them.
Illran rode out his orgasm before returning his attention to his partner, not that Veras minded. Veras was currently enjoying being covered in Illran's mess. Illran laid himself next to Veras's side and wasted no time to jack him off. "Shit, I thought I could last longer."
"It's fine... and hot," was all Veras could say before his mind became nothing but a muddled mess. Illran moved closer until his lips met Veras's neck. Veras placed his hands behind Illran's head and buried them in his hair. With Illran's hand on his cock and mouth sucking on his neck, Veras soon found himself adding to the cum Illran left on him. Illran continued stroking Veras until he was completely finished.
Illran planted a kiss on Veras's cheek before he left the bed. Veras could hear him move around their discarded clothes. He was curious as to what Illran was doing but didn't bother to ask. His post-sex exhaustion was hitting him with full force. Illran returned after a little longer than he intended to. In his defense, it was dark in the room. When Illran returned to the bed, Veras could hear him uncap and pour a liquid.
"It's going to be cold," Illran said with a smirk in his voice.
Veras wasn't sure if he liked where this was going but made no move to stop Illran. After all, he did trust Illran with his life. Instead he only asked, "What?"
Sure enough, it was cold, although not as cold as he had quickly come to expect. Illran delicately wiped off the sticky liquid on Veras. He tossed the rag onto the floor after he hoped to have gotten most of it off.
Illran yawned before moving to cuddle with Veras. Sleep welcomed the two instantly. After what they had been through the past two weeks, both of them needed this.