Free Courage In Love by K. Sterling

Ross felt warmth and joy swell within his chest at the idea. He grinned as he settled back on the pillows.
    “Good.” He announced as he navigated through the menu. “And I won’t be that clumsy when I propose.” He promised and Parker nodded as he leaned against Ross.
    “I hope not.” He mumbled as he grabbed a handful of popcorn. Parker chewed and was quiet for several moments. “Do you think you will?” He asked as the movie began. Ross pulled Parker closer.
    “I think so. Now, hush and watch the movie. And try to keep your hands to yourself.” Ross said sternly despite the fluttering in his stomach and the smile that tugged at his lips.
     
    “That was brilliant.” Parker sighed as the closing credits began. Ross nodded, a little stunned and sad that it was over. It was Sunday night and they’d spent most of the weekend in bed, watching all eight of the Harry Potter movies. There were plenty of breaks for sex. Obviously. And meals. He frowned as he looked at Parker.
    “It feels almost wrong, how much I enjoyed those. Being a grown man, and all.” Ross admitted and Parker chewed his lip as he nodded.
    “I think I have to read the books now.” He complained and Ross’ lips pulled tight.
    “I agree. We’re not telling anyone, right?” He asked and Parker nodded emphatically.
    “Yeah, let’s keep that between us. It’s kind of ridiculous, isn’t it? You, the big, strong soldier type and me, the nerdy professor, reading books about teen wizards.” Parker stretched and yawned and Ross laughed as he wrapped his arms around Parker.
    “You’re not even a little bit of a nerd and you’re big and strong.” He argued as he pinned Parker beneath him. Parker wrapped his legs around Ross’ hips and pulled him closer.
    “Maybe I don’t look like a nerd. But, you know what I meant. We’re probably not the typical Harry Potter fans.” He explained and yawned again as he looked over at the clock. “Hey. It’s getting late. We better eat so you can get on the road.” Parker’s lip pushed out and his hands swept down Ross’ back. Ross shook his head and grinned as he buried his face in the corner of Parker’s neck.
    “I’m not going back tonight. I have tomorrow off.” He muffled and Parker gasped as he fisted his hand in Ross’ hair and pulled, raising Ross’ head.
    “Why didn’t you say anything?” He asked as his eyes searched Ross’ face.
    “I wanted it to be a surprise.” Ross dropped a kiss on Parker’s lips before he let his head fall back into the corner of his neck.
    “I have to work tomorrow.” Parker complained and Ross shrugged.
    “I don’t mind, I get another night. I’ll sleep in and hang out until you get off.” He kissed Parker’s neck and sighed happily. “How about I pick you up and you can give me that tour and then we’ll go to dinner before I have to leave?” Ross felt Parker’s hands slide beneath the waist of his pajama pants and he growled softly as his teeth grazed Parker’s skin.
    “Sure. That would be great.” Parker mumbled distractedly as his nails dug into Ross’ ass and his hips lifted off the bed as he ground against Ross’ cock as it hardened. Ross moaned as he thrust back.
    “Can I watch you teach for a little while?” He asked against Parker’s shoulder before he bit and Parker became still.
    “If you want to. I have a lecture at the end of the day you could sit in on.” He sounded unsure and Ross lifted his head.
    “Is that ok? I don’t want to make you uncomfortable.” He said gently and Parker shook his head.
    “No! I just didn’t think you’d want to.” Parker’s hand brushed through Ross’ hair and his smile was warm and sincere and Ross felt it in his chest.
    “Of course I’d want to. I love history and it’s pretty similar. And it’s you.” He stated and Parker’s eyes flared and Ross felt a little confused. “If you sang in a club, I’d go and watch, right? If you were a stripper, I’d definitely go watch.”