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I took a step back to let my gaze sweep over Sam. Despite the snowflake tie, the rest of the scenery was amazing. 6'4 and all broad shouldered, long legged, fine-as-hell muscle in a well fitted suit that displayed it all elegantly. Even the faintly metallic sheen to the material was flattering against his Floridian tan, emphasizing the color of his eyes. Soulful, beautiful eyes that Ben was going to be looking into when they promised to love one another for the rest of their lives.
I smiled to soften the tension in my jaw. "Ben won't know what hit him. You ready to go down?"
"Yeah. I just need a few minutes."
I nodded because that worked for me. It gave me a little more time to get my head on straight so I could get through the ceremony and my best man speech at the reception before I took full advantage of the open bar.
"I'm going to find Tara and see if I missed anything on her checklist of proper best man protocol and duties for the day. Getting bossed around by a sexy blonde dressed up like a Disney Cosplay princess is hot even if she is a happy lesbian."
My grin was genuine this time because my gorgeous and leggy female best friend wasn't the sweetness and light Disney fangirl type and to say she was less than thrilled of being Emma's personal version of Elsa was an understatement. I owed that kid a crate of sprinkles just for the photo ops alone.
"I'll meet you downstairs. Tara said we're going to walk out to the beach first and then she and Ben will come down the aisle. Apparently, he's the bride in Emma's vision."
My grin was genuine this time, albeit at Ben's expense and Sam snickered, all his earlier doubts seeming to have completely disappeared because I was still that good at talking him down.
Bully for me.
"He's as helpless against her as we are. She's got him wrapped around every finger on both hands."
"When she becomes a teenager, we're all goners. If you and Ben have a daughter, it'll be the end of life as we know it and probably life sentences for the three of us when boys start dropping by the house."
Sam chuckled again. "You have the rings?"
"I have yours. Tara has Ben's. Apparently, we're sharing best people duties. Don't worry Sam," I said as I briefly patted his shoulder. "We've got your back and Ben has your heart and your dick. It's all good."
Sam flipped me off but he was laughing as I closed the door behind me, apparently too distracted to notice that my smile never widened enough to turn into laughter of my own.
- COMMENTS
Straycatndc3 months agoI have so many mixed emotions. I’m happy for Sam, that he finally found what he was missing in Max. And very sad for Max that he didn’t have the cojones to act on his feelings. I guess it’s a simple case of not knowing what you’ve got till it’s gone. So tragic 😞. Beautiful 5 star chapter!
Cane234 months agoI'm sure there is a backstory that explains Max behavior and I'm eagerly waiting to read it. As I have told you JJ, I'm not judging Max but, finally -he has made his own bed and must lie in it! Reading the last part of this chapter again, where Max refused barebacking with Sam, and everything that followed, I understood that possibility of their mutual future has been over long ago before Ben appaired. Sam got tired.
As for the Ben...I'm sure he is not saint, but readers made opinion of him based on his attitude toward Sam, not his "sinful" past, and I'm sure it's not going to change, but I can't wait to read about it! 😁
Great work JJ, keep posting! 😊
WasAlmostFamous4 months agoAuthorOh poor Max lol so misunderstood, Cane. Tara is up next with her best friend sass and therapist speak so some of the selfishness will clear itself up. Max is a complicated one. His soul is a corkscrew and his mind a playground. I'm happy that people can appreciate the humanity I try to show in my characters. No one is perfect. Not even Ben and I'm sure the folks who loved that he's such a good guy will boo and hiss a but about some of his flashbacks from his post escort days, but he does always say beneath his collar he is still just a man. Thanks for following along!
Cane234 months agoWOW, what extended, emotional, heartbreaking and wonderful chapter! Max's story relieved and clarified many questions left open from the first story. I understand Max's grief but cannot say that I feel sorry for him. He got what he deserved. He said it himself - "I took Sam's love for granted". Maybe confused, maybe with commitment issues, but still selfishly believing Sam will waiting for him all his life. I'm wondering, if Ben didn't show up, would Max ever confess his true feelings or he would continue emotionally hurting Sam, keeping him on bench as reserve?!
On the other hand, Connor might be an asshole but, he was honest with Max, and all he told him was more as a voice of conscience:
"If you care so much then why the fuck haven't you ever told Sam how you feel about him so that you could be the one up there with him right now instead of Dev? Sam would out himself in a heartbeat for you."
OUCH!
Yeah, it is and you need to man the fuck up. Sam's stuck in fucking limbo because YOU can't figure out what you want, so who's really the asshole here?"
OUCH, OUCH!
"Yeah, I know that. Sam talks about you all the time, and the shit you used to get into as kids. You're tight. I also know that he's in love with you."
OUCH, OUCH, OUCH!!!
I know, but that's still not enough for you to let me in." He shook his head slightly, eyes hooding with a small smile, his breath already evening out as the IV drip of sedatives began to sweep him away again. "I love you anyway, fuckhead.
IF THIS WASN’T ENUGH, THEN NOTHING WILL. MAX DESERVES HIS DESTINY.
Finaly, Max hasn't been honest with Sam not only about his feelings but, Connor and Devlin's awareness of them and conversation they had. This knowledge would bring Sam some closure about his brother he desperately needs.
WasAlmostFamous4 months agoAuthorStill issues with formatting so apologies. It looks normal when I upload so I'm not sure what's happening but the flashbacks are between the *** and .... trail offs if that helps. Once all of the chapters are published I'll work on reformatting and resubmitted. Thanks for the understanding.
