Hello Everyone
Here it is the very first Little Bit Tale
Teddy
Please take note that all characters, places and events are fiction created by the author.
Tom Wilkes turned off of Squirrel rd. onto Walbri and followed along the dirt road passing by the half dozen driveways, these were not prime lakefront lots due to the fact that they were sixteen to twenty foot drop of wooded and brush hillside to the shoreline below. His brother, the youngest of three like living here. The dirt road ended and he stopped behind Teddy’s jeep. He looked past it out at the night sky over the lake lit briefly by a flash of lightening. Getting out of the patrol cruiser he felt the moist humid air and you could tell rain was coming. He walked around to the steps up to the deck which ran the length of the trailer.
“Come to check up on me?” Teddy asked in way of greeting his older brother. Tom looked in the direction the voice came from and saw the faint glow of Teddy’s e-reader.
“Sam thought you looked upset when you left work,” Tom said walking over and sat down next to his brother. “So, is there anything bothering you, everything ok with Jake?”
Sam was not only Teddy’s boss; he was also his older brother, Tom was the middle of three of them, and took over running the diner when their parents retired.
“He worries way too much, and there is nothing wrong,” Teddy said. “And before you ask, I didn't go with the guys because I’m not twenty one so I can’t drink, at least not in a bar, and half naked woman hanging on to poles isn't the same trill for me.”
“I’d better not catch you drinking for another year,” Tom said knowing full well Teddy most likely would at some point. “So what about Jake?”
“He sent a text that his flight was delayed so he’s going to be a lot later then he said.” Teddy said, sounding all down and depressed.
“Oh so that’s the problem, you want him here now.” Tom said with a bit of a chuckle. “So he’ll be here tomorrow then?”
“I guess so, if he’s still coming. It’s been six months since he was last here and then it was just for a few days. What if he found someone new, or better?” Teddy said. He flinched just a bit from the flash of lightening and the rubble of thunder telling them the storm was getting closer.
“Now you don’t really believe that, you've been talking every week, and he worked hard to win over Sam and me.” Tom said, than added getting up. “I've got to get back on patrol.” More flashing and rumbles. “You better make sure your ready for this storm, call if you need anything. And trust me Jake will be here tomorrow.” He turned and walked back to his cruiser, and he thought that if Jake screws this up and hurts Teddy, no place on earth will be far enough to escape him. He made it inside just in time, the skies open and poured down for a good forty minutes.
It was just past three in the morning when the semi came to a stop and Jake Russell got down from the cab, thanking the driver for the ride, shouldered his backpack and set off down Walbri as the truck driver continued on, to have taken a cab all the way from the airport would of cost way to much. So he’d made his way by hitching rides, the last was the semi driver. The rains during the night did not cool off; in fact it only became more humid and close. Jake was dead tired and couldn't wait to get home, which was anyplace Teddy was. He’d missed him so much and it was killing him to have been gone so long, but that was behind him now. The rain had turned the road into a muddy mess so he left his boots on the deck. Silently he entered the trailer, finding it even more humid and warm inside. Jake knew why Teddy didn't have the air on, but he was here now and would be helping with the bills. So he switched it on, and shut the few windows on the covered deck side. He slipped out of his clothes and stepped into the shower washing away the sweat and travel dust. Now standing by the bed looking down at the one person he loved most sleeping. He wanted to take Teddy in his arms and make mad passionate love, but fatigue from his journey had him settle for just laying down next to Teddy. He reached out and ever so softly caressed Teddy’s cheek, but that was as far as he got before falling asleep.
Teddy woke with daylight shining in around the closed louver blinds, the ones he’d left open when he went to bed. A clear indication that he was not alone, add to that the cool dry air indicating the air was on. Turning towards the doorway he could see the half naked man that was Jake, the love of his life. As much as he would have liked to just jump in and cover him with kisses, the fact that he’d no idea how long Jake had been a sleep had him slipping out of bed so as not to wake him up. Teddy’s joy at having Jake here was short lived when he found that Jake’s backpack was all the luggage he had. This meant a short visit like overnight, or possibly the whole week-end. Picking Jake’s clothes up of the bathroom floor he decided to make the most of the time he had with Jake. Showered and teeth brushed he went out and started a pot of coffee before grabbing his laptop and heading out onto the deck. It wasn't till he came out that he realized how cool it had been inside, but it was what Jake wanted so he left it and sat down and looked out through the trees at the shimmering waters. There was the slightest breeze which just might blow the clouds away. Making himself comfortable he set up the laptop and started in on his latest story. He liked writing his little stories, even if no one ever read them, because he never showed them to anyone. Lost in the story he was creating he didn't see Jake until he sat down next to him. Setting the laptop aside
“I’m so glad you’re finally here.” Teddy said as he straddled Jake and hugged him tight. Their lips met in a deep kiss, which ended in more hugging. And a soft silent’s fell over them in which both simply drank in the feel of being together again. “How long are you here, before you have to leave?” Teddy added.
“I don’t have to leave; I’m here for as long as you want me.” Jake said pulling a small box from his jeans pocket. The box contained a platinum band with the word forever etched into it. “Teddy Wilkes, will you be my forever mate, would you marry me?”
“Yes.” Was all Teddy could get out as tears began to well up in his eyes, as Jake slid the ring onto his finger followed by a kiss and hug, neither had noticed they weren't alone.
“Congrats lit’ bro.” Tom said standing next to Sam, who looked just a bit uncomfortable at the moment. “Come on let’s see this ring.” He added. Teddy got up and walked over to his brothers and was followed by Jake.
“Now I suppose you’re going to want time off to go to one of those state where it’s legal to get married.” Sam said as he gave his brother a hug.
“It had crossed my mind,” Teddy said, knowing there was no way he would want to without family there.
“If we make it close by will you come?” Jake asked, he didn't have any family to invite, so it was important that Teddy’s was there.
“I’m there.” Tom said. “Wherever it is.”
“Yeah I can shut down for a few days,” Sam said. “What about mom and dad? It’s legal in their state.”
“Your right, will plan on that.” Teddy said. “But right now I want to take my man back to bed for some private time, see you later.” And with that he took Jake’s hand and led him back inside.
The End
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