"Two, please." the curly haired boy beams as he hands the lady at a small table twenty-four dollars.

Josh had previously complained about prices, and how high they were, but it only resulted in his date handing him more than enough for two tickets. He was hesitant about accepting it at first but did it in the end because he really wanted to go on that ride. Josh didn't want to seem like he was taking advantage of Tyler but the man slipped the change into Josh's pocket when the boy wasn't looking.

"Thank you," Josh mumbles politely, not catching how the older, short lady eyed the two holding hands. He feels a tighter grip on his hand and smiles, pulling his date forward with him.

Josh feels two strong arms slowly snake around his waist. The boy tenses up a bit, Tyler supporting him up by gripping his hips tightly, above the bruise that had previously hurt him, while he helps him into the elevated cart. Josh quickly shifts his large stuffed animal, leaving his right arm free to grab the railing of the small, squared cart. Joshua is about to offer a hand out to Tyler as he steadies himself and pushes up, but he quickly realized he wasn't the strongest and that would only result in being pulled down. There were only two seats, therefore Tyler and Josh are left pushed up against each other. Neither one minded. The blush dusting both of their cheeks give out how much that simple detail meant for them both.

The wheel hasn't begun, yet Josh's eyes are darting everywhere, from light to light. He'd been to the fair multiple times, yet he'd never gone on the Ferris Wheel. Dallon wasn't one for slow rides. He liked the roller coasters that went upside down, the rides where you feel as if you're about to get ejected from the cart. Joshua had never been a fan of those.

Josh jumps when the wheel begins to spin with a quick jolt. He hears a loud creaking coming from the white metal structuring, but its covered by the pure aesthetic music for the most part. He questions his safety for a second, but that ceases as he feels a bigger hand wrap around his smaller one, fingers intertwining immediately. All Josh's worries melt away as their fingers twist together, Josh gripping tighter than Tyler. He didn't bother to tell the man that he was scared of heights, he had barely remembered himself but as he looked down he felt light-headed for a second. The lights from below instantly meshed together and the boy felt as if he was being sucked in into a bottomless pit. There was no going back now, though, so the boy just held onto his date tightly. Tyler's warmth is comforting, soothing.

Josh is looking out into the distance, the glow of the fairgrounds stealing his gaze. Joshua's eyes traces along the rides that were taller than the current one they were on, following the patterns of flickering, changing lights that were built along the structuring. His breath hitches when his eyes dropped down to the ground, they were a lot higher than he originally thought.

Josh nearly squeals in joy when he feels two, soft lips lightly touch his cheek. They linger there for a second, Joshua's face dusting over with a deep rose colour. He glances down at his lap where both Tyler's and his hands are rested, a smile stretching his cheeks almost painfully.

"Hey, look at me," Tyler whispers, soft air hitting Josh's cheek

The second Joshua makes eye contact with him, he's shooting his gaze towards the ground. His face is unbelievably red, he doesn't want Tyler to tease him for it. Josh looks at all the people seventy feet below them, they look like small ants running around.

"Josh?" Josh's eyes widen as Tyler gently places his fingers on his chin, turning his head to face the older one. "Are you okay?"

Josh nods slowly, focusing on the way Tyler's hand traces his cheekbone.

"Better than okay."

Tyler hadn't originally planned to kiss the boy again, considering how he reacted against his actions the first time. He just wanted to admire how beautiful the boy was with the fair lights reflecting against his soft, smooth skin. Josh's eyes glisten, pure joy glowing through the deep brown. Tyler can't help himself as he watches the way Joshua's lips move as he talks, slightly parted. It was irresistible.

This time Tyler is taken by surprise when he feels two feather-like lips against his own. The man's eyes flutter shut as he kisses back. Joshua tugs his date down, soft fingers gripping the man's lapel rather aggressively. They're almost at the same height, Tyler is still hunching over and Josh's head is tipping upwards. Tyler smiles into the kiss, feeling a gentle hand on his shoulder, Joshua completely unsure of what to do with his free hand. It roams across the man's broad shoulder and down his arm where their fingers touch and intertwine.

"I really like you." Josh softly states as they are pulling back, still close enough to feel each other's breath

"Oh, thank God," Tyler breathes out, lips parting for another kiss

Joshua's in pure bliss, his stomach is on fire, a volcano is about to explode. His eyes squeezing shut no matter how much he wants to see the man's face all the time. Keeping your eyes open would be creepy. The boy completely gives in, his confidence is gone, his fingers aren't gripping Tyler's coat anymore. The man takes the lead and deepens the kiss, his tongue carefully darting forward till Josh finally opens his mouth.

Their kiss is cut short by a loud bang, followed by violent hissing. Josh's eyes shoot open, he backs away, startled. Tyler licks his lips slowly, laughing afterward. The sky is suddenly every colour of the rainbow, sparkling brighter than the sun. Josh stares at the sky fascinated, every other sound is drowned out by the thundering of the fireworks. Their cart is at the very top now, Josh can practically taste the gunpowder in the air. The boy's hands rise into the sky, a genuine laugh erupting from his chest. Tyler laughs with him, only more timidly not wanting to overpower the boy's melodic voice.

The sparks fly high in the sky, Josh's eyes sparkling as much as the fiery snakes in the sky, maybe even more. As the last firework explodes into the air, Tyler grabs Josh's face and takes his breath away with a kiss.

"I really really like you,"  Tyler laughs, his chest heaving rapidly

Josh bites his lip, nodding.

"I do too,"

The last spark finally disappears into the cold air, the usual fair noises reach Josh's ears but he's too overwhelmed to hear anything clearly. He feels Tyler's hand slide down on his thigh, squeezing it slightly. The boy is greeted by a heatwave but it passes, Tyler moves his hand and wraps it around Josh's shoulders instead. The warmth at the pit of the boy's stomach lingers the whole ride home. Their date is ended early by a storm. The fair closes without a warning, leaving Josh sad and disappointed that he didn't have the chance to try the other game or some other cool rides. Tyler promises the boy that he'll take him to the fair again soon.

By the time they reach their house, it's completely dark. It's storming so hard that Josh has to hold onto Tyler to not trip as the wind yanks both of their coats back and forth.

They both stumble into Josh's house giggling, rain was able to whip both of their backs. Josh hangs his wet coat on the hanger offering Tyler to take him as well. The man doesn't resist, his shoes are already slipped off. Josh is a bit shy to bring another person that isn't Dallon into his house. He doesn't have to worry about the mess because he is a tidy person but the brunet still feels a bit anxious. Judging by Tyler's attire and the way he was spoiling the younger boy, he's much wealthier and his house or apartment is definitely much nicer than Josh's.

Josh expects Tyler to be disgusted in the state of his old house but the man seems incredibly curious, he glances around the living room with a soft smile on his lips. Josh excuses the man, he rushes into his room to change. The boy's clothes are damp and uncomfortable. He slips into comfortable shorts, tucks his shirt in and throws on a fuzzy cardigan that's way too big on him. The fact that he's drowning in it makes it look even cuter.

Josh comes downstairs, offering Tyler to change out of his wet clothes. The man accepts the shirt and the sweatpants. Josh quickly turns away and rushes into the kitchen to make something to drink when the older man starts slipping out of his attire. Josh's cheeks are already red, he hears Tyler quietly folding his clothes.

The boy makes two cups of hot coffee. For him and Tyler, only Josh's is sweetened by three lumps of sugar and whipped cream on top. Josh sets the cup on the table and sits in front of the man, eyeing him down demurely. His toes are wiggling inside his fuzzy socks from nervousness. He cannot come up with an interesting conversation topic.

"Do you live alone?" Tyler breaks the uncomfortable silence

Josh is sitting across the man with a mug in his hands, Tyler's is placed on the small coffee table in front of him

"Yep," he nods, the mug with his hot beverage sinking into his sweater paws "This used to be my grandma's house before she-"

Tyler's eyebrows curl upwards. He sighs heavily.

"I'm sorry,"

"It's okay," the younger boy tries to crack a smile "It was a long time ago."

Tyler nods, his eyes land on the untouched coffee mug.

"I'm sorry I'm not a fan of black coffee," Tyler states

"What?" Josh asks softly "I thought you liked black coffee. "

"Oh, I do?" Tyler's eyes shift almost like he's a completely different person for a second

"Yeah, you told me," Josh slowly leans in to place his cup on the table.

Tyler stares at the boy for a second, the man almost looks confused. Soon his face changes back to normal and the same sweet smile curves his lips.

"Oh, yeah I-" the man chuckles nervously, his hand reaching out for the cup "Yeah...Forgot."

Josh turns away just in time. Tyler's face twitches in disgust as the bitter liquid runs down his throat. Josh grabs his phone charger off the floor.

"How did that get here?" he thinks out loud "I put it away yesterday."

"I tend to misplace things too," Tyler smiles "It just... It's like I black out and suddenly I'm making glittery slime out of glue and starch."

Josh laughs softly. The wind from the outside intensifies, the rain is whipping against the windows. Josh has a worried look on his face, the low rumble of the thunder makes it even worse.

"I don't think you should drive at this kind of weather," Josh states shyly "M-maybe you want to..."

The boy cuts off, he suddenly realizes what he's about to offer.

"A sleepover sounds great," Tyler shifts closer, Josh regrets not sitting right next to him because the man's chest looks so warm

"I'll get you blankets then," Josh stands up, Tyler follows after

"I'll help you," Tyler smirks "I also wanna see what your room looks like."

"No-" Josh yaps, suddenly panic is rushing through him "I mean- It's m-messy."

"It's okay, my room is a mess too," Tyler assures

Josh has no courage to resists so he just lets the man follow him into his room. Josh expects Tyler to laugh but once again the man doesn't show any kind of emotion like he's not surprised that Josh has such a nerdy room. Tyler navigates through it freely, picking stuff up and putting it back.

"It's cute," Tyler bites his lip, goosebumps growing on Josh's skin

"Y-you think so?" Josh asks

The man moved closer, Josh felt the fire ignite in his stomach again.. Darkness engulfs both of them and the room. A bright flash strikes the sky and the light bulb pops, a hiss following after. Josh squeaks, jumping into Tyler's arms instantly. The man chuckles, arms wrapping around Josh.

"Scared of the dark?" Tyler whispers.

Josh nods his head vigorously, face pressed against Tyler's warm chest. The man smells so good that all Josh wants to do at that moment is stand there and smell him.

"Don't worry. I'll protect you," the older man whispers "Where are the blankets?"

The boy guides Tyler through the dark, finding the blankets and pillows promptly. They head downstairs, Josh feels bad that his couch is so uncomfortable to sleep on. Josh sets it up as best as he could, he even has the courage to go upstairs again to scavenge for some more blankets to make Tyler's slumber a little more pleasant. Tyler doesn't seem to mind the couch or maybe he's just not telling anything to Josh.

The power is still out, Tyler suggests checking the fuse box but Josh disagrees, afraid that Tyler might get hurt even if he had known about that kind of stuff. Josh kept forgetting that Tyler was a handyman. They're both sitting in the dark, exchanging small talk. Josh can still feel Tyler's kiss on his lips when they were at the fair earlier. Josh wants to kiss the man again but has zero courage to do so. He's waiting for the right opportunity but it never comes so Josh just swallows his anxiety and leans in.

"Josh-" Tyler breathes softly before their lips crash together

Josh buries his fingers in Tyler's soft locks, lips pressing together sloppily. Josh doesn't want to be soft, he wants Tyler's lips on his and he doesn't care if he's making it sloppy. Tyler lets out a deep groan, the man's hands find their way to Josh's hips in the dark and suddenly their bodies are pressing twice as hard against each other than before. Josh feels the heat spread all over his body, his insides turn to mush and simmer, bubbling more and more as they kiss.

Tyler breathes softly, tongue darting forward, waiting for Josh to open his mouth. The boy parts his lips more with a soft moan, their tongues finally meeting midway and the air is suddenly hot and heavy.

"Tyler," the boy gasps, two hands slowly wandering under and up his shirt.

"Josh," Tyler responds, his hands on Josh's ribs, caressing the boy's smooth skin.

Josh's arms wrap around the back of Tyler's neck, Tyler's hips thrust forward as he lifts the younger boy up a bit and flips him on his back. Josh can't see very well since the power is out and the room is almost pitch black but Tyler's hot and heavy breathing is more than enough.

A wet kiss against Josh's neck leaves a mark that Josh cannot see yet. Tyler bites down, softly enough to make it pleasurable and Josh quivers from the man's touch, legs wrapping around his torso. Josh blushes after his lungs push out a sweet moan. He feels Tyler's lips form a smile against his neck for a second before the man goes back to ravaging his skin with his lips.

Josh is feeling hot, so hot that in fact, he doesn't need his fuzzy cardigan anymore. It ends up being thrown on the ground, Tyler's fingers tugging at the boy's shirt as well but Josh stops him.

"Tyler I-"

A harsh buzz fills the room and suddenly they're illuminated by warm light. The storm continues to rage outside but at least the power is back on. Josh can finally see the man and the fire in the pit of his stomach freezes over. Josh realizes how insecure he is with his body and there's no way he'll be able to do it. Tyler is already taking his shirt off, slipping it over his head and throwing it on the floor.

Josh touches the man's toned chest for a brief moment wanting to feel Tyler's skin, just to pull away instantly. Tyler leans in for a kiss and Josh's hand stops him.

"Tyler, I can't."  Josh whispers, his words shaky

Tyler lets out a sigh, his eyes full of understanding. He plants a chaste kiss on Josh's warm forehead and sits up allowing the younger boy to do so as well.

"I'm sorry-" Josh starts

"Don't," Tyler's hand lands on top of Josh's "You don't have to."

"But-" Josh starts again just to be cut off by Tyler

"You don't have to explain yourself, okay?" the man chuckle is like a silver bell "If you say no that means no and I respect that."

Josh responded with a small "okay". Tyler was still sitting on the bed shirtless. Josh tried to peel his gaze away but the view was just too good.

"So I guess we should go to sleep now?" Josh questioned

"If you want to," Tyler bit his lip slowly as he eyed Josh up and down lewdly

The younger boy squeaked, of course, Tyler was just teasing him but he still felt tingles run up and down his lower tummy. Josh held his arms in front of him, fingers laced with each other. Tyler handed Josh his cardigan and the boy immediately wrapped it around his body.

"Aren't you hungry?" Josh asked before heading upstairs

"Not really."

"Oh, okay." Josh nodded "If you get h-hungry you can raid the fridge... Only if y-you want."

"I'll have that in mind," the older man chortled

Josh rocked back and forth on his heels before deciding that it's time for him to go upstairs.

"Goodnight, Ty." Josh chirped, aware of the nickname he just gave the man

A soft chuckle left the man's throat

"Goodnight, love."