love in five stages - hope
Just as Will is basking in the glory, Mike abruptly pulls back. As Will chases his lips instinctively, Mike lowers his hands onto Will’s shoulders and shoves him down, restraining him against the seat. He labors his eyes over every inch of skin on Will’s face that he can find— his right eye to his left, down the gradient of his nose to his lips, up to a spot on the corner of his mouth, and back to the eyes again, over and over. Finally, he exhales heavily and whispers, “You really think all that… about me?” Will gulps under Mike’s all-encompassing gaze, recognizing the vulnerability in Mike’s voice. He sneaks his palms under the fabric of Mike’s shirt, connecting to the bare skin of his waist, then squeezes. “Yes,” he huffs unwaveringly.
Chapter 10 of still the yearning stays is out! It's finally over!
It's surreal to have completed the series, but I've had the time of my life writing and sharing this story!!






















