Martin Mares

Twenty-Five | Baker | Boystown | Single

[donovanbros]

“ alright, sound good, ” aaron stated as he turned and tried to spot a place to sit. “ yea, i like it, ” he repeated. “ mexico. oh i bet it’s beautiful over there. i would absolutely love going there to visit, especially the pyramids over there, ” he nodded. “ i’m from bristol, uk. nothing special being over there. i come from a posh family, which is just another word for wealthy. but i left years ago, to start my own life here. ”

[martinandmares]

Martin got the pitcher of beer, before following behind Aaron with the container and two glasses. “Your accent is very nice, too.” He complimented back. Not having been around many people with a similar accent as Aaron’s, he found it quite unique and beautiful. “The pyramids are very beautiful. I have never visited them personally, thought.” He explained, then listened to him speak about his family. “That’s pretty amazing. Have you always lived in Boystown?” He began, serving the beer. 

[donovanbros]

martinandmares‌:

Martin felt somewhat embarrassed for not being brave enough to go up and sing. There was nothing to be scare about, he thought after. Still, going in front of a crowd, even a drunken one like this, was easier said that done. “We can share a pitcher of beer.” He offered, shrugging as he looked at Aaron, his Spanish accent thick his words. Martin had the full intention of paying seeing as he had invited Aaron for the drink.

       “   i  am  very  ok  with  that,  ”    he  nodded.    of  course,  there  was  nothing  better  than  a  good  beer  to  drink.    he  smiled.    “  so  where  are  you  from??   i  love  the  spanish  accent  you  have,  ”    he  commented.     “   plus,  it’s  a  breath  of  fresh  air,   not  being  the  only  one  around  here  that  has  an  accent  that  isn’t  american.  ”  

[martinandmares]

Martin grinned. “Okay, great. You get us a table and I will get the pitcher.” He voiced through the new music playing. “Oh,” He chuckled, not expecting the other to mention his accent. “Thank you.” His smile spreading wider. “I am from Guanajuato, Mexico. Where are you from?” He asked in return.

[donovanbros]

“ alright, ” aaron chuckled. he definitely didn’t want the other to be uncomfortable, and he knew going up in that stage, and singing your heart out, it can be intimidating and something too vulnerable for some people to do. “ sure, what are you getting ?? ” head turned to look at the man, feeling like the other might like tequila and rum, but that was an assumption. for all aaron knew, he could like something completely different.

[martinandmares]

Martin felt somewhat embarrassed for not being brave enough to go up and sing. There was nothing to be scare about, he thought after. Still, going in front of a crowd, even a drunken one like this, was easier said that done. “We can share a pitcher of beer.” He offered, shrugging as he looked at Aaron, his Spanish accent thick his words. Martin had the full intention of paying seeing as he had invited Aaron for the drink.

[donovanbros]

“ it is yea, and i think they have some spanish songs, maybe you might know them. i know ricky martin is on there, and enrique iglesias, if i said that right, ” he chuckled. “ either way, i think you’d enjoy it. ”

[martinandmares]

Martin chuckled, awkwardly. Being the center of attention was not something he was used to. He knew he didn’t necessarily need to know the song as karaoke came with the lyrics, but he’d definitely feel more comfortable with Spanish. “Maybe later. After I have a drink.” Again, chuckling awkwardly. “Thank you though. Do you want to have a drink with me?”

[philllpnorthman]

Lloyd giggled. “Thanks.” The younger boy ate some of the cotton candy, too. He savored the taste with a smile. “Yeah, I guess.” He agreed. Although, Lloyd was mostly talking about doing things romantically. To him, doing the same thing romantically and in a friendly way, was completely different. The feelings were different and the overall mentally of it just felt different to him, but both felt special in their own way. “But if you steal it, we won’t have it at the sleepovers anymore! You can borrow it, though.” He smiled, finishing the second fluff and turning the machine off. Lloyd smiled. “What should we do now?”

[martinandmares]

Martin had never had friends that he made out with, or did more. While he was for it, there was a part of him that thought it would ruin the friendship in some way. He had just met Lloyd but already, he knew the other would become a good friend. He didn’t want to do anything, to ruin that. So, he decided he wouldn’t try anything like that. He liked Lloyd too much to do anything more. “I think a better solution is that you make some every day, and we eat it together.” He finished the fluff with a grin. “What else do you do at sleepovers?” 

[donovanbros]

he looked at the other man and he laughed. he sure loved the song, and it was a classic for people his age. “ yea, it’s a classic, i’m glad you enjoyed, and thank you very much, ” he grinned. “ you going out there, or are you just hear to watch ?? ”

[martinandmares]

“It is.” Martin agreed, and even though he couldn’t remember who sung it, he knew he was wildly popular. “What is going on? Is it karaoke?” He looked around. “I do not think so though. Most of the music I know is in Spanish.” He said, shrugging.

[philllpnorthman]

“Oh yeah. that’s part of the reason I don’t use dating apps.” He said with a small shrug. Lloyd loved meeting new people but hooking up was not for him. When it came to dating, he thought online was harder than in person. “Thank you. You’re very funny, too.” Lloyd liked this friendship that was developing. Him and Martin got along great. “I feel like romantically, there is more expected. I don’t know how to explain, but also doing those things friendly is much more fun because you can do it with as many people as you want, and romantic you can only do them with one.” He explained his logic. He knew that when it came to romance, one would be enough, but Lloyd had always been someone that preferred friendships over a romance. “Okay, cotton candy is ready.” He said, taking out the first fluff ball. This one is for you my friend.”

[martinandmares]

Martin was old school, especially when it came to dating. He liked knowing the people in person, going on a few dates, and maybe more if it came up. “Thanks, you are way funnier.” He listened to Lloyd, beginning to eat the candy. “I suppose, but is not that what makes it so special. Only doing it with the person you are romantic with?” Martin asked with a smile, and ate some more of the cotton candy. “Damn, this is delicious.” He said with a smile. “I might just steal your cotton candy machine.” He teased, chuckling.

[philllpnorthman]

“Have you tried online dating? I haven’t done it but I know a lot of people who like it. They meet people who are interested in the same things they are.” He said trying to be helpful. If Martin was looking for someone to the pass the time with maybe it was best to find someone that was looking for the same thing. “Awesome! Tell me how it goes because I am invested now and I wanna know if what happens on your date.” He chuckled. “Thank you. I like them too, they help me see everything.” He grinned for a moment. “We met at the club. We danced together all night. Then we kept running into each other, and we started talking more and more. Then we found out we go to the same school. Why we broke up is a long story, but I think it was for the best. We are good friends and I think that is better than boyfriends.” He smiled. “Nooo. You can do them romantically, or you can do them friendly. I like doing them friendly, it’s waaay better.”

[martinandmares]

“I have not. I have a tinder account but I don’t go on it a lot. Uh.. and I do not think hook ups are for me. I like to get to know the person.” Most of the times he tried those apps, he met guys that mostly wanted a hook up. So he was kind of drawn away from using them. “You are very funny.” Martin couldn’t help but laugh at the other’s commentary. “I will tell you if he says yes.” Martin added, smiling. “I am glad they help you. Eyes are very useful, I think.” He chuckled as well. “Oh. I am glad it worked out for the better. You are very nice Lloyd. So I would not want to lose you either.” He mentioned. “What is the difference doing it romantically or friendly?”

[donovanbros]

       “  and  i  want  it  that  way….  ”   aaron  sang,  finally  finishing  the  song  and  looking  at  the  crowd.    he  blinked  a  few  times,  realizing  that  he  was  definitely  drinking  and  he  just  poured  his  soul  out  singing  a  damn  old  90s  song.    he  looked  at  everyone,  nodding.   “  thank  you,  um,  thank  you,  ”   he  said  before  giving  the  mic  to  the  mc  and  getting  down  from  the  small  stage.   //  open  starter

[martinandmares]

Martin had walked in at the very end of the song, but enjoyed what he got a chance to hear. He clapped for the blond and walked up to him with a smile. “Wait a minute. I know that song. I know it.” He said, and though it was on the tip of his tongue, he didn’t remember. “You were amazing by the way.” 

[philllpnorthman]

“You want to have a romantic adventure? Something that isn’t too serious but still as fun as any relationship? I’m sure you can find one. You just gotta put yourself out there as they say.” He giggled. “Smitten means that your feelings are strong. I was only teasing though. I think you should ask why not and try to understand his reason. Hopefully, if he gives you one and it isn’t something mean. But you’re very beautiful, and nice, and fun, and you have a sexy smile as well, so I’m sure he will say yes.” Lloyd said. “Yes, Isaac and me are friends. We used to be boyfriends until he broke up with me. I was sad about it but we’re good now. I like it more as friends.” Lloyd explained. “That’s true but only because he is always with his husband. Yay! Do you also want to make out and cuddle with me, too?”

[martinandmares]

“Yes, exactly that. Una adventura.” He said, thinking about it. He was just lonely a lot. Mostly because he was away from family, and he spent most of his time working a lot. So he didn’t have that much time to go out and make friends. Thinking about it, he wouldn’t even have time to keep a relationship. “Oh.” He laughed as well. “Yeah, I think you are right. I will ask him the next time I see him.” Martin smiled wide, letting his blush cover his face. “You are flattering me Lloyd. Thank you. You are very beautiful, too. I really like your eyes.” He bit his lip, smiling. “Oh, I did not know that. How did you two meet? Why did he break up with you? You’re a great guy.” He was curious. “Oh, I mean, I would, but that’s kind of a romantic thing to do… don’t you think? Not friends…” He didn’t have a problem with it, if Lloyd didn’t, but he wanted to make sure.

[vortexisms]

“Pleasure.” His head tilts to slant as his lips stay curved into a smile. “I see, how do you like Boystown? WHen you were a teenager? Was that when you first came to America?” He inquires to know more about the handsome lad. “Some place that isn’t too touristy, but has a lot of history. Where do you recommend?”

[martinandmares]

“I love it here. Everybody is very nice and not to mention they are all attractive like yourself.” He smiles. “No, I wasn’t actually born in Mexico. I was born here, but I was raised in Mexico most of my life, but I suppose that was the first time I remember being in America. I went to high school here for a few years.” He explained, briefly. “I think Guanajuato is a beautiful place. You do not hear too much about it.”

[philllpnorthman]

martinandmares‌:

“Oh, that makes perfect sense. I feel like I’d want to be in a relationship. I like being close to someone, and having that special person you can tell everything to. I also don’t want to jump into a relationship just because I’m lonely, you know?” He explained, hoping he was making sense. “Ugh, yes. He has the sexiest smile I’ve ever seen on a guy.” He sighed dreamily, looking up as if wishing for the guy. He laughed at himself after. “Back off, lloyd he is mine.” Martin added jokingly with a laugh. “Isaac is hot, but his personality kind of puts me off” He admitted, it was not something he’d admit to anyone else but he felt like his secrets were safe with Lloyd. “You and Pip make playlists together? That’s nice and romantic.” Martin teased him lightly. 

“Yeah, I know what you mean. You have to wait for the right person! That’s what I’m doing. I mean, I know I’m young but I do think you can find the right one when you’re young. And if you don’t, that’s fine too. There’s no hurry because you can have all the friendships and those are better than relationships.” He said. That’s what Lloyd though. Lloyd laughed too. “Omg. You’re really smitten. Why don’t you ask him on a date?” He asked excitedly. Lloyd loved seeing blossoming love and he could see this develop into more, he’d be one devoted shipper. “Maybe there’s a reason he has that personality. Something we don’t know about.” He wondered. “We did once. We made a playlist so we could make out and cuddle. I loved it, but I haven’t seen him a long time. I think he got married”

[martinandmares]

“ You are probably right. Good things come to those who wait.” He said to him. ”But at the same time I do not care if it is true love. I want to have a whole romantic experience. True love will still come down the road.” He said as he thought of it. “What is smitten? I just think he is super hot but if I ask him on a date and he says no?” It was an idea he hadn’t thought about until now, but he could see himself attempting it. “I am sure you are right, he probably has his reasons, everyone does. Are you friends with Isaac?” He hoped he hadn’t said anything that might offend him if they were friends. “Oh if he got married, then I think that means no more playlists for you two. I will make them with you, don’t worry.” 

[vortexisms]

“I’m Michael. It’s very nice to meet you. What’s your name, handsome?” Michael’s lips curved into a broad smile as the other stepped into the vehicle, an eyebrow arched in satisfaction. “How long’ve you lived in the states?” His bottom lip slipped between his teeth as he went into the car next. Moments passed again before Michael spoke once again. “I’ve never been to Mexico, but I’d like to visit one day.”

[martinandmares]

“It is nice to meet you as well. I am Martin.” He smiled, the reddish tint on his cheeks barely visible. “Uh, well in Boystown, a couple months. I moved here in August, but this was not the first time I lived the United States. I lived here when I was a teenager.” Martin’s story was unique, he thought. “Where would you like to visit? There is a lot of beautiful places in Mexico.”

[philllpnorthman]

martinandmares‌:

“It would not be good to you? How do you mean?” He wasn’t sure what Lloyd meant exactly. Martin giggled “Whoops, my bad, you should kind of get a redo since you did not know them.” He mentioned after he told him his choice. “I think i’d actually do it the same way as you did though, no wait, I would totally marry Christian and be happy and rich for the rest of my life.” He said, and giggled. “Oh.. wow hitting closer to home huh?” He smiled as he though about it. “I have to admit I’ve always wanted to fuck Seth…Gabriel has a very approachable personality so I think I would marry him, and I guess I am killing Keegan.” He said, and immediately started thinking of names for Lloyd, wanting to even the score. “Pip Conners, Isaac Deville and Phillip Northman.”

“I don’t know. Whenever I am in a relationship I end up missing the way things were when I wasn’t in a relationship. I feel like it’s easier to not be in one.” He tried to explained. Lloyd giggled at Martin’s response to the FMK. “It’s his super sexy smile isn’t it? It’s scientifically proven that having a nice smile makes you want to F that person. I think he’s super hot, too. Like Eff, marry, and then kill with love hot.” He giggled. “Oh wow that’s hard. I already made out with Pip and Isaac, and I loved it. So I guess I’ll Kiss Phillip. I’ll F Isaac since I had a dream about that and I’m pretty sure I’ll love it. And I’ll Marry Pip. He’s super nice and we can make playlists together.” 

[martinandmares]

“Oh, that makes perfect sense. I feel like I’d want to be in a relationship. I like being close to someone, and having that special person you can tell everything to. I also don’t want to jump into a relationship just because I’m lonely, you know?” He explained, hoping he was making sense. “Ugh, yes. He has the sexiest smile I’ve ever seen on a guy.” He sighed dreamily, looking up as if wishing for the guy. He laughed at himself after. “Back off, lloyd he is mine.” Martin added jokingly with a laugh. “Isaac is hot, but his personality kind of puts me off” He admitted, it was not something he’d admit to anyone else but he felt like his secrets were safe with Lloyd. “You and Pip make playlists together? That’s nice and romantic.” Martin teased him lightly. 

[vortexisms]

martinandmares‌:

Martin had spent a few hours out at a club. He was enjoying himself, but at the end of the night, he was ready to go home and sleep. That was until he heard someone else speaking to him. He smiled and looked Michael’s way. It took him a moment to realize what the other was suggesting. “Yeah, I was.” He chuckled awkwardly for a moment. His Spanish accent very thick in his tone. “I don’t know, I have to be up pretty early tomorrow.” He said, though he didn’t sound very convincing. 

     Michael’s head was positioned to a slant by now, interest clear as he moved closer to the stranger. “Nice accent. Where are you from?” Jerking his head to the street once more, Michael saw the ride approaching and he waved it over. “Come on. I’d like to know more about you.” The door was opened for the stranger. “Or we can get to know each other better in other ways.” 

[martinandmares]

Martin was a little taken a back, but not in a bad way. He hadn’t forgotten he had to be up for work tomorrow, but he didn’t want to turn down Michael, so he moved towards the car. “I am from Mexico, and thank you.” Martin stepped into the car, remembering he had to let his ride know to not come. “You seem very interesting too. I would like to get to know you, too. Maybe start with your name.” He suggested, smiling.

[vortexisms]

     Michael wore a handsome grin upon his features. Clad in clubbing attire. It was the end of the night. Time to go home, but tonight he had no one by his side. He stood at the edge of the sidewalk, waiting for his Uber. He turned to a male that appeared to be doing the same, though that wan’t clear. “Are you waiting for your ride, as well? If so, you could always get on with me, come to my place.” His suggestive words lingered in the air for a moment as dark hues scanned the other. “I’ll get you another ride later.” 

[martinandmares]

Martin had spent a few hours out at a club. He was enjoying himself, but at the end of the night, he was ready to go home and sleep. That was until he heard someone else speaking to him. He smiled and looked Michael’s way. It took him a moment to realize what the other was suggesting. “Yeah, I was.” He chuckled awkwardly for a moment. His Spanish accent very thick in his tone. “I don’t know, I have to be up pretty early tomorrow.” He said, though he didn’t sound very convincing. 

[harleykenzie]

Having worked his first full night shift at the bar Harley had left work and was sitting in a cafe half asleep with a cup of strong black. It felt too early to go home and wake Ari up so he was trying to wait for another hour before he did. Lifting his head up from the table he looked up at the person standing over him. “Night shifts suck”

[martinandmares]

"Hi. You should probably go to sleep. How long was your night shift?” He asked wondering how the guy was even up right now. Martin hated night shifts and he immediately slept right after.