Christopher meets Robert
It was a hot afternoon one June. As usual, Christopher was running late for his shift at the gas station. He flew through the door and sprinted for time clock, punching in at 2:05 pm. Tyler, the manager approached Christopher, “That’s the third time this week you’ve been late! One more time and you’ll be getting written up!” Christopher lowered his head and sighed. “By the way, I want you to meet your new coworker. This is Robert.” Christopher looked up as he was about to shake Robert’s hand. Robert was a dreamy man of about 5 foot 8 and maybe 260 pounds. He captured Christopher’s eye with his short black hair and crystal blue eyes. “Good to meet you, Robert. I’m Christopher.” Robert gave back an equally staring gaze at Christopher, standing 5 foot 9 and weighing in at just over 300 pounds. Robert took in Christopher’s black hair, hazel-brown eyes, abs slightly darker complexion. “I’m very pleased to meet you,” Robert said with a smile. Tyler gave Christopher directions on what he was to train Robert on and then he left for the day, leaving Christopher and Robert all alone.
Christopher started off showing Robert how to use the register first. He rang up a couple transactions and the had Robert step in while Christopher verbally guided him through the process. The first transaction Robert did, he made an error. Robert started to panic. Christopher placed his hand on Robert’s shoulder and told him everything was going to be okay. Robert turned and gave Christopher a smile, like he had just won the lottery. Christopher fixed the transaction and apologized to the customer, explaining that Robert was learning still. After the customer left, Robert breathed a sigh of relief, “Thank God that’s over,” he said. “You’ll get better, it just takes time,” Christopher replied. Robert looked at Christopher with a smile and said, “About the shoulder touch…” Christopher interrupted him, “I’m sorry about that, I really should keep my hands to myself,” he said. “No, no, what meant to say was…I enjoyed it. It felt good when you touched my shoulder, and to tell the truth…I kind of…liked it!l Robert told Christopher. Christopher smiled and asked Robert, “By chance, are you gay too?” Robert’s eyes lit up, “I am! How did you ever guess?” Christopher jokingly said, “I have ‘gay radar’ and I can usually tell people like us from a mile a way. But I never would have guessed you are gay. The way you dress and wear your beautiful black hair, I would have figured totally straight.” Christopher said. “I think this is so awesome!” Robert said. “I never would have imagined getting to work alone with another gay guy, especially one as handsome as you,” he continued.
Christopher blushed in front of Robert and said, “You really think I’m cute?” “Yes, I do,” Robert said, “How old are you?” He asked. “Just turned 48 this past March. And you?” Christopher asked. “Just turned 40 this March.” Robert replied. Christopher’s eyes widened. “What day in March?” He asked. “March 31 actually,” Robert responded. “No way!” Christopher exclaimed, “mine is the 30th!” Robert smiled and said, “that is so cool!” Customer traffic started getting rather busy, so Christopher and Robert each took a register and took care of the rush of customers. When the evening lull approached, Christopher showed Robert the closing duties, how to break down and clean the machines, and how to get the store ready for the next day. Robert noticed that Christopher kept looking down at his shoes. “Do you like my shoes or something?” Robert asked. Christopher, caught by surprise, stumbled on what to say. Robert smiled and said, “Don’t tell me, you’re probably picturing me barefoot right now, aren’t you?” Christopher stumbled with his words, “Well, I…I…uh, well you know…” Robert smiled and put his hand on Christopher’s shoulder, “It’s okay dude, I get it. I’m into male feet too.” Christopher looked a little confused, “You are?” He asked. “Yes, I am. I’m surprised you haven’t noticed me staring at your shoes all evening.” Christopher beamed at Robert and said, “I never thought I would ever find another guy that was into feet like me!” Robert said, “Weil you just did.
Christopher took a good long look at Robert’s shoes. He had big feet, and Christopher could almost picture what Robert’s bare feet looked like. “What size shoes do you wear?” Christopher asked. “Size 12,” Robert responded, “and you?” Christopher smiled and said, “Size 14.” Robert’s jaw almost dropped to his feet, “No way!! You have huge feet! I would love to see them bare sometime!” Christopher put his arm around Robert’s shoulder and whispered in his ear, “how about tonight after shift?” Robert beamed at Christopher and responded, “It’s a date, dude!” Christopher patted Robert’s shoulder and the two men got to work getting the store closed. After the store was closed up, Christopher had Robert follow him home. Robert got out of his car and remarked on what a nice home Christopher has. Christopher laughed since it was just an apartment. He invited Robert into the apartment and told him to make himself comfortable. Christopher offered Robert a mixed drink. “I would, but I have to drive home dude.” Christopher responded, “Not a chance dude, you get to crash on the couch here tonight.” Robert said, “but I barely know you.” Christopher reassured him, “I’m totally safe and besides, it’s only feet, right?” Robert smiled and nodded in agreement.
Christopher mixed up a couple of Long Island iced teas and served one to Robert. The two sat and talked a bit while they enjoyed their drinks. Christopher and Robert talked for about an hour while they sipped on their drinks. After about an hour, they started getting a little tipsy. Robert began to slur his words, and Christopher was trying to make a joke out of everything. Finally, Robert said, “we met to see each other’s feet, let’s get to it.” Christopher laughed and tried to make another joke at Robert’s expense. Robert reached down and picked up Christopher’s size 14 feet and placed them in his lap. Then, he placed his own size 12 feet onto Christopher’s lap. Robert wasted no time diving in. He took off Christopher’s shoes and sniffed his socked feet. The smell made him almost high. The socks smelled of a musty sweat odor with a hint of Old Spice, the body wash that Christopher used that morning. Robert wiggled his feet on Christopher’s lap, “what are you waiting for, dude? Dive in and take them off! I know you’re dying to see my feet!” Christopher slowly began to removed Robert’s shoes. The smell that greeted him was intoxicating. Robert’s feet smelled between a musty sweat odor and the Axe body wash he had used that morning. Robert began to softly rub Christopher’s socked feet. Christopher was in ecstasy. It was a sensory experience for him that he found very delightful and very satisfying.
After an hour of sipping Long Island iced teas, the men were fairly inebriated. By this time, Robert had taken Christopher’s socks off and had one foot on his bare chest and one foot on his face. Christopher had peeled Robert’s socks off with his teeth and was licking his bare feet. Both men started to feel a lump in their shorts. Quickly, Christopher jumped to his bare feet and said, “I’ve got an idea, come with me!” Robert jumped to his bare feet and followed Christopher into the bedroom. He saw Christopher heading towards the bed and quickly tackled Christopher onto the bed. Surprised, Christopher smiled and said, “oh you wanna play, huh?” Christopher and Robert wrestled with each other on the bed until Robert finally tackled Christopher to the bed. Robert hovered over Christopher with a big grin on his face. He put his head down and kissed Christopher right on the lips. Christopher’s eyes widened. He grabbed Robert with both arms and pulled him into a bear style hug. Then, Christopher planted a lip lock on Robert that even dynamite couldn’t break. They laid their exchanging tongues back and forth. Finally, Christopher let his lip lock on Robert go. He relaxed his hug to a gentle hold. Christopher also caressed Robert’s feet with his own. They just laid their cuddles up together and eventually fell asleep.
The next morning, Robert was the first one to wake up. He looked around and realized he was in bed with Christopher. “Oh no!” He thought, “I hope I didn’t do something wrong!” Christopher stirred with his eyes half sleepy, “hey there, beautiful!” He said to Robert. Robert kind of jumped back a little and said, “oh my gosh, I’m so sorry!” Christopher sat up and and responded, “for what, dude?” Robert said, “for everything I must have done to you last night.” Christopher smiled a half sleepy smile and said, “honey, what you did last night was showed me time of my life! And for that, I will always be grateful!” Robert put his hand on his head, “I don’t even remember last night. It’s such a blur. I swear I’m not the kind of guy who forces himself onto someone!” Christopher put his hand on Robert’s shoulder, “relax, buddy! You did nothing wrong! Everything we did together was completely consensual between us both. I promise!” Robert’s worried look faded and he smiled at Christopher, “you know, you’re very cute when you first wake up in the morning.” Robert said. Christopher beamed at Robert and asked him if would like a kiss. Robert said, “sure! What to have to lose?” Christopher chuckled and said, “only your virginity if you play your cards right!” Robert laid back down beside Christopher and kissed him on the lips again. Robert started running his fingers through Christopher’s hair. Christopher moaned and began to run his fingers through Robert’s hair. Then he paused for a moment and said, “you realize that now we’re both sober, right? And there’s no going back for this point!” Robert smiled and ran his fingers across Christopher’s cheek and said, “I can’t think of anyone I’d rather be with right now than you!”
Later than morning, Christopher got up and padded to the kitchen in his bare feet and boxer shorts. Robert followed him like a lost puppy dog. When they got to the kitchen, Robert sat down at the table. “What would you like for breakfast, my dear Robert?” Christopher asked. “I don’t really know. I’m hungry, but I guess it depends on what you have,” Robert responded. “I could cook som biscuits and gravy with sausage, if you like,” Christopher said. “Dude! I love biscuits and gravy! Especially with sausage gravy!” Robert exclaimed. “Biscuits and gravy it is,” Christopher said, “But I warn you, it’s better than any diner you’ve ever had,” he added. “I’m courting on that,” Robert laughed. Christopher poured Robert a cup of coffee and a glass of orange juice. “You know, it’s hard to believe you live in this place all alone.” Robert said. “Well, I did have a roommate for a while.” Christopher responded. “What happened?” Robert asked. “It’s kind of a long story, but in a nutshell, he couldn’t come to terms with me being gay,” Christopher said. Robert frowned, “That’s a shame!” Christopher popped the biscuits into the oven and said, “You know, it bothered me at first. But then I realized that homophobia is everywhere nowadays.” Robert watched Christopher as he browned the sausage, “I can’t imagine anyone wanting to leave such a sexy, good-hearted man like you,” he finally said. Christopher blushed for a moment. He knew that Robert was truly seeing him for the kind-hearted compassionate person Christopher really is. “Thank you for being real with me, Robert. It means a lot to me,” Christopher finally said.
Once the gravy was ready, Christopher served up two grand biscuits with lots of gravy to Robert who was still choking barefoot at the table in just his boxer shorts. Then, Christopher took his plate and sat down with Robert. “Enjoy!” Christopher said, winking at Robert. Robert smiled and took his first bite. The bite melted in his mouth. Robert started to moan and exclaimed, “this is the best food I’ve ever tasted! Where did you learn to cook like this?!” Christopher smiled and said, “I taught myself actually.” Robert quickly devoured his plate of biscuits and gravy while Christopher ate at a more leisurely pace. After breakfast, Robert looked at his watch and realized he had to be at work soon. It was day two of learning the gas station and he wasn’t working with Christopher today. Christopher looked at Robert and said, “well our fun time is not over yet. How about a shower together?” “Only if you promise to wash my feet!” Robert said. “I was think the same thing!” Christopher responded. The men set their dishes in the sink and went take their boxers off. Robert remarked, “damn! I didn’t realize how sexy you really are, Christopher!” Christopher blushed and responded, “I can’t be that good looking as big as I am.” Robert put his hand on Christopher’s shoulder and said, “honey, from where I stand, you are the sexiest man alive!” Christopher took Robert’s hand and said, “Shall we?” They walked into the bathroom hand in hand and got into the shower together.
Christopher turned the water on and adjusted the temperature. He felt the water to adjust the temperature and then he splashed Robert in the face. Robert laughed and said, “you brat!” He grabbed a handful of water and splashed Christopher on the chest, just missing his face. Christopher’s jaw dropped and he said, “oh, it’s on now!” The men climbed into the tub and continued splashing each other. Their antics ended with them hugging and engaged in a tight lip lock, swapping tongues again. Then, Christopher looked Robert square in the eyes and said, “you know what, I love you!” Robert smiled and said, “I’m pretty sure I love you too!” Christopher grabbed a sponge and started gently washing Robert’s body. “I wash you, you wash me,” Christopher said. “Deal,”said Robert. When Christopher got to Robert’s feet, Robert giggled as Christopher cleaned his feet. Christopher took advantage of the situation to tickle Robert some more. “Robert giggled and said, “Christopher, just you wait! Your turn is coming!” Christopher took the shower head and fully rinsed Robert’s body. Then he handed the sponge to Robert. Robert immediately went for Christopher’s feet. He scrubbed them and tickled them as he cleaned Christopher’s feet. Christopher laughed and begged for mercy, but Robert didn’t let up. He continued tickling Christopher with the sponge up his legs and up his torso. Christopher giggled, “Stop! Stop! Please, I can’t take anymore!” Robert grabbed the shower head and rinsed Christopher completely off. Then he put the shower head back and grabbed Christopher’s head. Robert planted a lip lock on Christopher and they did another tongue swap. Christopher put his arms around Robert and pulled him in chest to chest. The two men made love for about 10 minutes until the water started running cold. Christopher quickly shut the water off and grabbed a towel. He started to towel dry Robert when suddenly a voice called out from the living room, “Christopher? Hello?” Christopher turned white as a ghost.
“Who is that?” Robert whispered, afraid to speak up. “It’s Josh, my ex roommate,” Christopher replied, “I wonder what he’s doing here.” Robert had a very concerned look on his face, “What now?!” Robert asked in a panic. “Relax,” Christopher said calmly, “I don’t know why he’s here, but he’s harmless.” Robert breathed a sigh of relief. Christopher called out, “In the shower, Josh. I’ll be out in a minute.” Christopher looked at Robert and said, “Go straight to the bedroom and just hang out there. I’ll get rid of him.” Christopher then came out of the bathroom, “What do you want, Josh? I really don’t have time for this right now.” Josh studied Christopher’s face. “Seems like I came at a bad time.” Christopher gave Josh an annoyed look, “It’s never a good time for you. Why are you here anyway? You already screwed me over by moving out and sticking me with an apartment I can’t afford.” Josh raised an eyebrow and said, “My, we’re touchy today. What’s the matter, couldn’t get any last night? Oh yeah, that’s right, you’re gay so you never get any.” Robert, who had been listening from the hallway walked in to the room and said, “You don’t know shit, asshole!” Josh jumped back surprised, and then he smiled and said, “Christopher, you’re such a slut! Who’s this, your little whore?” Robert doubled back his fists. Christopher put up his hand and said, “No Robert. He’s looking to start something. I won’t let that happen. Look Josh, just take care of your business and walk out if here.” Josh got a cocky look on his face, “Or what, gay boy? You gonna hurt me or something?” Christopher took a deep breath, “I’m not here to hurt anyone, but I’m damn sure not going to let you stand here and insult the man I love!” Josh smirked, “Oh, so your in ‘love’?” Christopher got really annoyed with Josh. “Damn it, just take care of your business and get out!” Josh threw a house key at Christopher’s face and said, “Later gay boy! I hope you and the little whore will be happy together!” Robert chased Josh to the door. Josh slammed the door and ran to his car. Robert punched the door with his fist, bruising his knuckles in the process.
Christopher walked over to Robert and checked his hand, “Josh isn’t worth it, dude. He’s just one of many haters we face every day.” Robert said, “That asshole needs his face rearranged!” Christopher gently inspected Robert’s knuckles and then kissed them, “It’s flattering that you want to protect my honor, but that jerk isn’t worth breaking your beautiful hand.” Robert took a couple of deep breaths and started to calm his demeanor. “I still think that punk needs to be taught a lesson!” He said. Christopher grabbed an ice pack for Robert’s hand. “Maybe you should call in today so you can give your hand a rest.” Christopher said. “I don’t think Tyler will let me call in because he needs the coverage.” Robert replied. “I’ve got an idea,”Christopher said, “I’ll call Nathan and see if he wants the shift. He is always looking for extra hours.” Christopher dialed his phone, “Hey Nathan, Christopher, would you like to work an extra shift tonight?” Nathan tells Christopher, “Yeah, what’s up?” Christopher explains, “Our new guy, Robert, isn’t feeling well tonight.” Nathan said, “Yeah man, I’ll take the hours. But you’re gonna have to tell me sometime how you know so much about Robert’s health when you two only met last night.” Christopher said, “I’ll fill you in all in good time my friend. For now, thank you from me and from Robert.” Robert hollered in the background, “thanks Nathan, I owe you!!” Christopher smiled at Robert, “Problem solved! You can hang out with me the rest of the day!” Robert smiled at Christopher, “Hmm, what will we do?” He said looking down at Christopher’s bare feet.
Christopher went and laid on the couch with his feet dangling off the edge. Robert came and sat on the opposite end by Christopher’s feet. He picked up Christopher’s feet and placed them on his lap. Christopher smiled at Robert. Robert softly began tracing the soles of Christopher’s feet. Then he softly glided his fingers across Christopher’s soles, as if he were softly strumming a guitar. Christopher closed his eyes and just enjoyed the feeling of fingers running across his soft wrinkly soles. Then, Christopher felt something lightly set down on his chest. He opened his eyes, and Robert had placed his bare feet on Christopher’s chest. Christopher softly massaged Robert’s feet. Then he moved his head forward and started to rub his face on Robert’s soft soles. He began gently kissing Robert’s feet. Robert let out a gentle moan. He was reaching a climax between playing with Christopher’s feet and having Christopher play with his feet. Robert reached into his boxers and stroked himself. Pretty soon, he blew a load all over the inside of his boxers. Christopher had now started licking Robert’s incredibly soft soles and was reaching a climax of his own. Robert reached into Christopher’s boxers and started to stroke Christopher. Christopher gave Robert a big smile as if he totally approved. But, before Christopher could blow his load, Robert had an idea. He pulled Christopher’s boxers down and placed his feet right on Christopher’s groin. He rubbed his feet back and forth on Christopher’s groin area until he finally blew his load. After Christopher finally climaxed, Robert moved his head up towards Christopher and cuddled with him on the couch. “Looks like we need to shower again, buddy!” Robert finally said. Christopher responded, “Yes, but for now, let’s just enjoy this moment!” He smiled at Robert and kissed him. They cuddled on the couch for the remainder of the afternoon.
As evening approached, the men discussed getting hungry. “We should get something for dinner,” Robert said. “Any suggestions?” Christopher asked. Robert thought for a moment. Then he said, “You made breakfast for me this morning, now I’m buying dinner for you. How does an extra large combo pizza sound?” Christopher said, “I could actually go for that about now, it’s a deal!” Robert found his phone and clicked the app to order the pizza. Meanwhile, Christopher went to the kitchen to make a couple of drinks, this time nonalcoholic. He found a pitcher of sweet tea in the refrigerator and added some lemon juice to it. Christopher poured a couple of large glasses of tea and set them on the table. Robert joined him in the kitchen once the pizza was ordered. “So, you’re really in a bind with this roommate situation, aren’t you.” Robert said. “Unfortunately yes, it’s a bit of a nightmare right now. I don’t know how I’m going to continue paying rent on a gas station salary in this place.” Christopher responded. Robert walked up behind Christopher and started massaging his shoulders, “What if I became your roommate?” He asked. Christopher turned around totally stunned, “Are you serious now?” Robert smiled and said, “I’ve never been more serious about anything in my life. I think you are totally awesome and I can’t wait to get to know you even better.” Christopher couldn’t believe his ears. It sounded too good to be true. Christopher pinched himself and yelled out. “What did you do that for?” Robert asked. “I had to make sure I wasn’t dreaming because I feel like every dream, wish, and prayer I’ve ever had has just come true!” Robert smiled as he hugged Christopher, “I know exactly what you mean, buddy. It’s like the universe meant for us to find each other at just the right time.” This time, Robert leaned in close for a kiss.
Robert’s delivery app beeped indicating that dinner was ready. He went to the front door to get the pizza and noticed a note stuck to the door. The note read, “Some people dint deserve happiness. They deserve misery and sorrow. I’ll make sure you get what’s coming to you. J.” Robert instantly went to full boil. He recognized the initial of the person who wrote the note. “I bet it’s that Josh character,” Robert thought to himself. He didn’t want to alarm Christopher, so he tucked the note away in his pocket and brought the pizza in with a smile. Christopher saw Robert pause for a second and asked, “Is everything okay?” Robert snapped out of his trance and said, “Yes, great. Everything is great!” Christopher grew suspicious, but he didn’t say any more. The men ate pizza and drank tea. When the meal was finished, Christopher started to wash up dishes. Robert came to Christopher, took his hands and said, “These can wait until tomorrow. Right now, I just want you.” Christopher smiled and walked with Robert to the living room where Robert sat him down on the couch. Then, Robert sat on Christopher’s lap and said, “I just want you to hold me for a while.” Christopher was a little taken back but obliged Robert’s request and held him. Finally, Christopher asked, “Robert, are you sure nothing is wrong? Something seems off! I mean, I love the closeness and the body contact, but I feel like there’s something you know that you’re not telling me.” Robert wrapped his arms around Christopher and said, “I found the best thing in my life when I found you. I don’t want to lose you, and I’m afraid I might lose you.” Christopher put his arms around Robert and said, “Sweetheart, I’m not going anywhere. I’m here and I’m yours now and forever. Nobody can take me away from you, not now, not ever.” Robert started to tear up. Christopher tightened his hug on Robert to comfort him. They sat there for while just enjoying each other’s company. Robert kept the note to himself, although he knew it was only a matter of time until Christopher found out.
Christopher looked at the clock and realized it was 9 pm already. He had an early shift at the gas station in the morning, so he said, “Well dude, I really hate to interrupt our quality time, but I have an early day tomorrow and I need to get some rest.” Robert slowly got up from the couch. “You want some company tonight or have you had enough of me? Robert asked. “I can never get enough of you my friend, my soulmate! If you don’t mind my snoring, I say come on in the bed is warm!” Robert took Christopher’s hand and walked with him to the bedroom. Christopher stripped down into his boxers, and then he got into the bed. Robert stared for a moment, but Christopher patted the bed and said, “I don’t bite…very hard.” Robert chuckled and took off everything but his boxers. He climbed into the bed with Christopher and snuggled up to him. He laid his head on Christopher’s chest and wrapped his arms around Christopher. Then he said, “I’m never going to let you go! You’re my world now!” Christopher blushed and said, “Honey, I’m not going anywhere, and there’s nowhere I’d rather be than with you here right now. You’re my world now too, and I mean that sincerely.” He wrapped his arms around Robert and kissed his head. The two men fell asleep holding each other in their arms.
Christopher and Robert were fast asleep when suddenly, they were both jarred awake by a loud crash. It sounded like glass breaking. Robert immediately jumped out of the bed and headed for the sound he heard. He ended up in the living room just as he heard tires screeching around a corner. Christopher came out seconds later, “What the Hell is going on?” Robert flipped on the living room light. The window was busted and there was a brick with another note tied to it. This time, Christopher read the note. “Lives will end tonight. Worlds will come crashing down.” the note read. It was again signed J. Christopher knew this could only be one person. “Josh! That son of a bitch!” Christopher said out loud. Robert decided now was probably a good time to tell Christopher about the note from earlier. “I have something to tell, but you have to promise me you won’t get mad, or that you at least won’t hold it against me if you do,” Robert said. “What? What is it, Robert?” Christopher asked annoyed. “Earlier when I went to get the pizza, there was a note on the door. It was from that same J character. It sounded threatening so I put it in my pocket and figured it was an isolated incident,”Robert said. Christopher looked at Robert and said. “You mean to tell me that you tried to keep this from me, is that what I’m hearing?!” Christopher’s voice was beginning to scare Robert a little because he kept sounding more and more angry. Robert started to tear up, fearing that he had made grave mistake that would now cost him a potential relationship with a man he’s waited his whole life to find. “Please don’t be angry with me. I just wanted to protect you, Robert said with his voice quivering. Christopher looked Robert in the eye and said, “Sweetie, I’m not upset with you. Yes, I wish you would have told me about this sooner, but I could never be mad at you. I’m pisses off at Josh for thinking he can try to ruin a good thing for me. I’m almost positive he is responsible for this. Robert wiped his eyes and sniveled. Christopher walked across the room and hugged Robert, “it will be okay dude. This monkey’s ass just can’t stand to see me happy is all,” Christopher said to Robert.
The next morning was an early morning for Christopher. He was up at 4 am getting ready for his 5 am shift at the gas station. Robert got up with Christopher so he could head back to his home to get ready for his shift later on. “I feel like shit with almost no sleep last night,” Christopher said. Robert responded, “yeah, it’s too bad Nathan can’t take your shift this morning.” Christopher said, “Yes, unfortunately this is not enough notice and besides, Nathan works with you tonight. If you want to be trained properly, you either want me or Nathan to do it. Would like to join me for a little breakfast before it’s time to leave?” Robert nodded his head and followed Christopher into the kitchen. “I don’t have time for anything fancy this morning. How does cereal sound?” He asked. “Cereal is fine with me,” Robert said. Christopher poured two bowls of Cap’n Crunch and added some milk. The two men ate cereal and drank coffee until it was time for Christopher to leave. On the way out to their cars, Christopher asked Robert, “so when are you thinking you’d like to move in?” Robert thought for a moment, then he looked at Christopher and said, “is tonight too soon?” Christopher grinned and gave Robert a hug and a kiss. The men went their separate ways at least for the next 16 hours.
Christopher headed to the gas station to work his shift. He got there just in time to clock into his shift. Tyler, the manager, gave him a dirty look, “remember what I said before, Christopher. You’re late clocking In one more time, it’s a write-up!” Christopher nodded, “Yes, I get it.” He walked to his register and started getting it ready for the day. Nicholas, the other attendant came up after finishing getting coffee brewing. “Hey Christopher, how are doing this morning?” Christopher rolled his eyes and shook his head, “it was not a good night.” He finally said. “Dude, what happened?” Nicholas asked. “It’s kind of a long story, but in a nutshell, some asshole broke my window in the middle of the night.” Nicholas looked concerned, “My God, are you alright? Who would do such a thing?” Christopher said, “I’m fairly certain it was my ex roommate, Josh.” Nicholas frowned his eyebrows, “That dude still won’t get over you being gay?” Christopher leaned in a little and whispered, “It’s worse than that. You know the new guy, Robert? He spent the night with me and Josh showed up yesterday just as we were getting outs of the shower.” Nicholas smiled a mischievous smile and said, “Man, you and Robert got it going on don’t you?” Christopher smirked, “Well, O don’t like to brag but…” Nicholas saw a customer come in and immediately focused on the customer. The gas station started to get its first rush around 6:30 in the morning. Christopher tried to focus on work, but he kept finding his thoughts turning to Robert. He wondered how Robert was doing at his place right now, knowing he would see him again at shift change. It was a long shift, but Christopher did his best to stay focused each time there was a rush of customers in the store. In between rushes, he chatted with Nicholas about his night with Robert. “I am so excited for you, dude!” Nicholas said, “I really hope he ends up being your Mr. Right!” Christopher smiled, “I’m pretty sure he is. It’s like the universe brought us together on purpose.”
At 2 pm, Nathan was the first to walk in, followed by Robert a few seconds later. Christopher beamed at Robert and winked at him. They had an hour cross shift to work with each other and it wasn’t going to be easy for Christopher to keep his hands off of Robert. He winked at Robert as Robert winked back and smiled. Nathan took immediate notice to the connection and whispered to Nicholas, “what’s with those two?” Nicholas smiled and said, “let’s go stock the cooler and I’ll tell yo everything.” Robert and Nathan punched in for their shifts. Nathan went to the cooler with Nicholas to stock product while Robert and Christopher manned the registers. “Oh for Pete’s sake,” Robert exclaimed, “we’re out of coffee!” He went to take care of the coffee filter and make fresh coffee while Christopher took customers and rang up purchases. When things finally slowed down a little, Robert approached Christopher. “Any more word on that Josh character vandalizing our house at 2 am this morning?” Christopher stepped back a little surprised, “Our house?” He questioned. “You did say I could move in immediately…didn’t you?” Robert asked him. Christopher smiled, “Of course, yes, and that still stands. It just took me back to hear you call it ‘our house’,” Christopher replied. Robert smiled, “I’ve got a week’s worth of clothes in the trunk of my car.” Christopher beamed, “Well, we’ll make it a point to get you all moved in over the weekend. I can’t tell you how much it means to me to have you there, both from a personal point of view and a financial one.” By 3 pm, Christopher’s shift was ending. Nicholas and Nathan came out of the cooler smiling. “What are you two smiling about?” Christopher asked. “Nicholas just told me everything dude!” Nathan said. “I think it’s kind of cute actually,” he continued with a chuckle. Christopher wanted so bad to plant a lip lock on Robert, but he knew this wasn’t time or the place. He put his arm around Robert and patted his shoulder, “See you after work, gorgeous!” Christopher whispered at Robert. Robert beamed back at Christopher with a smile from ear to ear. His blue eyes even seemed to sparkle just a little.
As Christopher and Nicholas headed out, Nathan came to Robert and pressed him for more details about his night with Christopher, “Come on dude, I already know you spent the night with him. It’s not like you’re really hiding anything.” Robert blushed for a second. Nathan was kid half Robert’s age. Robert was old enough to be Nathan’s dad. “I’d tell you more, but I feel like you just wouldn’t understand dude. It’s a grownup thing and you’re just a kid,” Robert said. Nathan narrowed his eyes and said, “I’m 19 years old, and I do understand relationships and chemistry believe it or not! But I never would have suspected you were gay!” Robert looked Nathan in the eyes and said, “And exactly why not? What does ‘gay’ even look like anyway?” He said with an annoyed expression. “Well, I have lots of friends that are gay, and you can tell just by looking at them they are gay, the way they dress, the way they act. I know that’s very stereotypical, but that’s what I look for when someone is gay!” Nathan said. “Nathan, I say this with all due respect. You, my boy, are incredibly naïve. Not everyone that’s gay presents themselves as the stereotypical gay person. I also grew up in a different time when you didn’t admit being gay or even allow yourself to ‘act gay’ for fear of what might happen to you.” Nathan lowered his head, “I’m sorry, I didn’t mean anything by it. It’s just, I’ve always been able to tell when someone is gay just by how they handle themselves.” Robert smiled, “The world doesn’t work that way, my friend! How long have you known Christopher is gay?” Nathan crossed his arms to his chest and said, “Well, he sort of admitted it to me on his first day working here. He actually tried to make a pass on me, but I let him know I’m totally straight and I have a girlfriend. Then he mentioned something about wanting to sniff my feet. I still don’t understand what that was all about, but I declined because the idea of a gay guy getting off on my feet makes me feel uncomfortable.” Robert relaxed his posture, “and how did you handle the situation? He asked. “Well, I was up front and honest with him. I also told him that even if I were gay, he’s way too old for me. The thought of doing anything sexual with someone old enough to be my dad just rubs me the wrong way.” Nathan said. “Oh dear, I hope you didn’t hurt Christopher’s feelings,” Robert said with a concerned tone of voice. “Nah, he laughed it off and told me I wasn’t his type anyway. But I still catch him looking down at my shoes…just like…you appear to be doing right now,” Nathan responded. “Don’t worry dude, I wouldn’t touch your feet without your consent.” Robert said with a slight chuckle in his voice. “Phew, that’s a relief! Besides, I think feet are nasty and I definitely think my feet look terrible,”Nathan said. Robert looked at Nathan and smiled, “Maybe Christopher and I can help you with that sometime.” Nathan groaned, rolled his eyes, and went back to work on stocking supplies.
The shift finally ended at 11 pm. Nathan put the finishing touches on the cash from the register and locked the place up. “What are you doing tonight?” Nathan asked. Robert smiled and said, “I’m actually on my way to Christopher’s house, soon to be ‘our house’.” Nathan nodded, “Yeah, I heard he had a falling out with his last roommate. That’s tough in today’s economy.” Robert got an annoyed look on his face, “That Josh character may have been responsible for breaking a window in our home last night.” He said. “Oh that’s terrible! I hope you guys are okay! I mean, I’m not into feet or anything, but I think it’s wrong to target someone just because their gay!” Nathan said. “Relax dude, we’re both just fine, a little sleep deprived maybe. But I’m sure this has more to do with me being at Christopher’s place than just us being gay.” Robert said. “What do you mean?” Nathan asked. “Christopher and I actually spent the night together. Josh showed up right after the two of us had just got out of the shower. He was furious when he realized I was there, and he doesn’t even know me.” Robert explained. Nathan’s eyebrows frowned, “it’s none of that jerks business who Christopher has over at his home! He’s one of my closest friends, and I’m totally straight! But even I want him to find happiness and love! What is wrong with this asshole?!” Nathan exclaimed. Robert looked at Nathan and said, “You really mean that, don’t you. You really care about Christopher’s happiness.” Nathan said, “Of course I care about him. He may be gay, and he may be a little weird about feet and all, but he’s always been like the brother I never had.” Robert chuckled and said, “Don’t you mean the father you never had, remember he’s much older than you.” Nathan smiled, “You get what mean, he’s been like family to me since I started this job.” Robert said, “that’s very touching to hear you say. He’s a very special person to me too, but in a much different way. I love him, and I’m passionately in love with him.” Nathan looks at his watch and realizes it’s almost midnight, “Holy shit! I need to get going! My parents are expecting me home before midnight!” Robert said to Nathan, “Drive safe, buddy. Watch out for the stupids on the road.” Nathan smiled, “I will, you and Christopher be safe tonight.”
When Robert arrived at Christopher’s home, there were police, an ambulance, and a fire truck in his parking lot. Robert quickly rushed to the door and tried to get in. He was met by a big burly officer who pushed him away and said only family could go past that point. “Damn it!” Robert screamed, “I’m his boyfriend, his lover, his soulmate!” The officer said, “Look pal, this is a crime scene, and if you’re not family, you don’t in there!” Then, Robert watched in horror as the EMTs brought Christopher out on a gurney and wheeled him to the ambulance. Tears immediately rolled down his cheek, "Christopher!" He yelled out. The burly cop tried to hold Robert back, but Christopher mustered his strength and said loudly, "Let him go! I want to see him!" The cop let Robert loose. He ran to Christopher's side inside the ambulance. "My God, who did this to you?!" He asked. Christopher coughed a little. His chest was bloody, his face was bruised, and his legs were broken. Christopher mustered his strength again, "It was an ambush. I don't know the people that did this, but I'm confident Josh is behind this." Robert clenched his fist, "That rotten son of a bitch! I'll find him and pound him back under the rock he slithered our from!" Christopher tried to sit up, but he couldn't move because of his legs, "You must listen to me! Do not go after Josh! First, we have no proof this was a hit he ordered. Second, these thugs are still at large right now, which I worry for YOUR safety at this point. Third my love, I love you very much and if anything happened to you because of me, I'd never forgive myself." Christopher said quietly. Robert gently took Christopher's hand and put up to his face. He gently kissed Christopher's hand while he cried. "I just found you, I don't want to lose you!" Christopher smiled, "My love, I'm not going anywhere... except to the hospital to get put back together. I'll be in good hands, don't you worry." Robert looked Christopher in the eye and said, "I won't leave your side, my love!" Christopher shook his head and said, "The EMTs and doctors will take good care of me. Come stay at the hospital if it will make you feel better. I'd love to have your company." Robert nodded, "It's a deal. Just don't go falling for any doctors or male nurses now." Christopher blew Robert a kiss and said, "My heart belongs only to you. See you at the hospital."
The ambulance left, sirens blaring throughout town enroute to the hospital. Robert drove to the hospital and actually beat the ambulance there. He checked with ER as soon as he saw the ambulance pull in. "Are you family?" Asked the triage nurse. "I'm his fiancé," Robert said, "we just haven't had time to get a ring yet." The triage nurse was very straightforward and direct, "it's our policy that only family can see patients in the ER, but I can make an exception this once because I'm a charge nurse. You have 10 minutes until they take Christopher back for surgery. Make it count!" Robert thanked the triage nurse and went in to be with Christopher until surgery. Christopher perked up a little when he saw Robert walk through the door. "How'd you manage to get past Nurse Ratched out there?" He asked. "I told her we were getting married but haven't had time to shop for rings yet." Christopher smiled as much as he could through the pain, "Robert Nicholas Spencer, that is the sweetest proposal I've ever heard a man utter. I accept!" Robert smiled and said, "Too bad we can't lock our toes to get and seal the deal with a foot shake." Christopher chuckled, "Two broken legs, in afraid these feet will be out of commission for a while." Christopher coughed and said, "Do me a favor, will you? Contact Tyler and let him know that I won't be in tomorrow night. But. Don't tell anyone else about this... except Nathan, he's kind of been like family to me since he started that job." Robert chuckled and said, "yeah, like the son you never had?" Christopher smiled asked, "What? He has a mom and dad already, that's who he lives with." Robert giggled, "I'm just teasing you like I teased him about the age difference when he said you have always been like the brother he never had." Just then, the triage nurse came in, "Time's up fellas!" Christopher rolled his eyes, "Oh God, not YOU again." The nurse got things prepared to head to the OR, "Listen Mr. Grumpy Pants, I've had about enough of you..." She continued giving Christopher the riot act down the hall to the OR. Robert went to the waiting room and tried to get some rest, knowing it was going to be a long night.
Robert had laid his head onto a chair and kicked his shoes off to make himself comfortable. He fell asleep and started to dream. Robert found himself at home with Christopher, and everything was fine. They were making plans to get married and even talking about adopting children together. Robert felt extremely happy. Then suddenly Robert was at an alter at a church. He was barefoot and wearing a black tuxedo. In came Christopher, also barefoot, wearing a white tuxedo. Christopher approached the alter and reached for Robert's hand. Just then, gun shots rang out and Christopher fell to the floor. Robert heard himself scream, "NO!!" Robert dropped to the ground and went to check on Christopher, his white tux had now turned pink from the bloodshed. Robert tried unsuccessfully to get Christopher to respond, but Christopher was already gone. Just then, Robert jolted himself awake courtesy of a myoclonic episode. A different nurse was now on duty since it was now 5 am, "Mr. Spencer?" Robert wiped his eyes and sat upright, "Yes that's me, but you can just call me Robert. Everyone else does.” He explained. “Robert, your fiancé, Christopher, is out of surgery. Everything went well. They are just waiting for a room to admit him to,” the nurse said. “Can I see him?” Robert asked excitedly. “Unfortunately, he’s still in recovery and only family can see him right now.” The nurse replied. “But I’m his fiancé, we’re about to be married soon!” Robert exclaimed. The nurse calmly said, “Once Christopher has a room, he can have visitors.” Robert rolled his eyes and thanked the nurse for the update. Robert continued to wait in the lobby for Christopher to get a hospital room.
Nine hours later, Robert was starving since he didn’t get breakfast this morning. Finally another charge nurse came and got Robert from the lobby and directed him to Christopher’s hospital room. He walked in the room and saw Christopher resting peacefully. He stood there a moment and just looked at Christopher. Then Robert starts to tear up as he said, “My sweet Prince Charming.” Christopher heard Robert’s voice and opened his eyes, “Robert! My God! Aren’t you a sight for sore eyes!” Robert felt his heart skip a beat. He was so excited to see Christopher was doing as well as he was. “Well don’t just stand there like a wallflower, come here and give me some sugar, my sweet potato pie!” Christopher said with a smile. Robert walked over and gently leaned in on Christopher’s shoulder. He gave Christopher a few kisses on the mouth. Christopher returned each kiss and said, “I love you,” after each one. Robert could hardly contain himself he was so happy. “Pull a chair up and rest while ,” Christopher said. “But I just want to be near you my love! Robert said to him. Christopher said, “here’s and idea. How about you pull up a chair next to the bed and you hold my hand?” Robert thought for a moment, “deal!” He finally said. So Robert pulled up the mobile recliner and sat down. He reached out and took Christopher’s hand. He gently stroked Christopher’s hand and put his hand palm to palm with Christopher. “This is because we can’t go sole to sole right now.” Robert said. “You think of everything,” Christopher said with amazement.
By this time, Christopher was getting hungry, and Robert was famished. Robert picked up the menu and read it out loud for Christopher. Christopher picked a breakfast sandwich with a side of fruit. Robert ordered bacon and eggs with a side of fruit and toast. The men chatted while they waited for their breakfast. “So, we should take about a wedding,” Christopher said. “What about Valentine’s Day?” Robert asked. “It’s romantic, but do we really want to wait that long?” Christopher responded. “I guess you’re right,” Robert said, “summertime would be best.” Christopher thought for a moment. “How about barefoot on a beach?” He asked. Robert beamed from ear to ear, “I like the sound of that!” Christopher frowned, “Only thing is me getting out of this place and walking again.” Robert put his hand on Christopher’s shoulder, “Hey, let’s have a little faith. Like you said, the doctors are taking very good care of you. You’ll be out of here in no time!” Robert told Christopher. “You know what I love about you, besides your incredible personality and your incredibly soft feet? I love that you always have a positive outlook no matter what. I definitely won the lottery when I got you!” Christopher said. “What if we went to Maine to get married?” Robert asked. “You mean it?” Christopher replied? “Yeah man! Bar Harbor would be beautiful in early September! It would be the perfect place to have a barefoot wedding in shorts!” Christopher smiled, “You read my mind! I love you so much, Robert!” Robert kissed Christopher on the lips, “I love you too, my king!” After the food arrived, the men ate and then Christopher rested while Robert watched television.
Christopher had taken a nap in the hospital bed and Robert had fallen asleep in the chair. In walked in a cute male nurse, “Hello! Anybody awake in here? I’m Jeremy and I’ll be your nurse for the next 8 hours!” Christopher woke up and saw Jeremy checking his vitals. Robert woke up and saw Jeremy taking Christopher’s blood pressure. “How’s your pain level this morning,” Jeremy asked. “Well, it’s about an 8 right now.” Jeremy made a frown face, “Awe, we’ll get you something for that here in the next few minutes. Who do you have with you today?” Christopher smiled and proudly said, “This is my fiancé, Robert.” Jeremy smiled and said “Fiancé huh, when are you guys tying the knot?” Robert spoke up, “We actually haven’t decided on a date yet, but we know it’s going to be late summer in Maine.” Jeremy nodded, “Maine is beautiful that time of year. My husband and I were married in northern Maine during the autumn and it was beautiful.” Christopher and Robert looked at each other and winked. “Alright, BP is doing great, and we’ll get you that pain med here as soon as possible. I’ll be back in a couple hours to check vitals again!” Jeremy left the room, and Christopher and Robert started to talk about him. “Robert, is it just me or was he extremely hot. Present company excepted.” Robert smiled, “Oh yeah, he was hot! I bet his feet hurt after the long shifts he works too,” Robert added. “It sounds like he’s got someone to solve that situation for him already though.” Christopher said. “I know! How cool is that! You get a gay male nurse for your first nurse of the day! I’m a little jealous,” Robert said as he winked. “Don’t be jealous dude,” Christopher said, “he’s cute, but he’s married, and you’re way cuter!” He continued. Robert blushed. “How are we going to handle tonight? I don’t want to leave you alone!” Robert finally said. “You can just stay here and be my guest, if you don’t mind sleeping that chair,” Christopher responded. “Actually, I don’t mind this chair, it’s actually quite comfortable,” Robert replied. “Then it’s settled, you’ll stay with me until I get discharged,” Christopher said.
That night, Jeremy had left his shift and it was Anna who took over for him. “I’m Anna, and I’ll be your nurse for the next 8 hours,” she said looking at Christopher. Then she continued, “and who’s this fine gentleman sitting on the chair with you?” Christopher looked at Robert and said, “that is Robert, my fiancé and the best thing that’s ever happened to me.” Robert blushed. Anna said, “Alright, well visiting hours are over by 8 pm.” Christopher’s face went serious, “He’s staying the night with me.” Anna looked at he chart and said, “He’s not listed as an approved overnight guest.” Christopher’s face went to anger, “Well, I’m telling you right now, he’s staying tonight and every night until I’m discharged!” Anna narrowed her eyes, “I’ll let the charge nurse make that decision!” She then left the room. A few minutes later, the charge nurse came barging into Christopher’s hospital room, “I hear that we’re giving Nurse Anna a hard time about a guest that’s not approved.” Christopher rolled his eyes, “Oh God, Nurse Ratched again!” He said. “The name is Janine, and I’ll thank you to stop comparing me to a fictional character that delighted in hurting patients. That’s not who I am. I’m tough for a reason. You have to be to do the job of a charge nurse. Now what’s going on here?” Christopher sighed, “My partner here is staying with me until I’m discharged, and it’s not up for discussion!” Janine responded, “Fine, as long as he stays out of the way and pays for his own food, he can stay.” She stormed out of the room. Robert beamed at Christopher, “No one has ever fought for me like that before, “ he said as he started to tear up. “I meant every word of it. I’ve finally found you, and I’m not letting you go.” Christopher said. After the men had dinner, Christopher said, “I’m feeling tired, you mind if we call it a night?” Robert took Christopher’s hand and placed it in his palm to palm. “This is since we can’t sleep together right now, and I’ll miss your soft feet pressed up to mine.” Christopher grinned, “That’s what I miss most about going to bed with you, cuddling and foot to foot contact.” He said. Robert bent over and kissed Christopher in the lips, “Good night my king, pleasant dreams,” he said. Robert moved to the chair and took off his shoes. He reclined back and was asleep in minutes. Christopher yawned, laid back and before long, he too was asleep.
The next morning, Robert woke up to a cramp in his hamstring. He bolted out of the chair and bumped into the IV pole and stubbed his little toe on his right foot. The commotion woke Christopher up, “Huh? What’s going on?” Robert tried to downplay the incident, “I’m just being crazy and I hurt myself in the process,” he said. “Oh my God, what happened?!” Christopher asked. “I woke up with a cramp in my hamstring and then I stubbed my little toe on that damn IV pole.” Christopher tried not to laugh. He could only imagine how much pain Robert was in right now. But somehow the image he envisioned of Robert waking up with a cramp made him smile. “Bring your foot hear so I kiss your toe and make it better.” Robert looked at Christopher with a perplexed expression, “Huh?” He said. Christopher laughed and said, I’m serious! Just put your foot up on my chest and I’ll kiss your toe to make it feel better.” Robert said, “Thanks, but I don’t think I can get my foot that high in the air. It will be okay.” Christopher gave him a stern look and said, “Present foot!” Robert quickly lifted his leg and placed his foot on Christopher’s chest. Just then, the door opened. In walked Nurse Jeremy. “Hmm, what’s going on in here?” He said with a smile. Christopher said, “My partner hurt his foot and I just wanted to make it feel better.” Jeremy smiled, “I would have done the same thing for my hubby. It hurts me when he’s in pain.” Robert slowly moved his foot back to the ground, “It actually feels a little better now.” Christopher said with a frown, “I never even got to touch it.” Robert smiled, “When you get out of that hospital bed, my feet are all yours.” Jeremy heard the conversation and chimed in, “My husband is a foot guy, which is great for me because I’m on my feet sometimes 15 hours a day. It’s great to go home and have my feet devoured by him.” Christopher asked, “Do you ever get into your husband’s feet?” Jeremy shook his head, “Nah, feet aren’t my thing, but why ruin the fun for him? Sometimes just to placate him, I do tickle his feet though. It must be a great relationship you two have that you can be so open about your feelings for each other’s feet.” Robert said, “We’ve only known each other a week and we’re already making plans to get married.” Christopher said, “It’s like the universe brought us together at just the right time.” Jeremy smiled, “That’s awesome! Well, I have to check on the next patient. The doctor will be in to see you shortly, Christopher.” Jeremy left the room, leaving Christopher and Robert alone again.
Christopher called down and ordered breakfast for himself and Robert. Christopher had eggs and hash browns with a side of fruit. Robert had a bowl of oatmeal with a side of fruit. Just as breakfast arrived, in walks the doctor. “Hi there, I’m Dr. Shane Wahl, you can just call me Shane. So, it looks like you were the guest of a surprise beating. All things considered, your very fortunate that you had minimal damage. Your legs are not broken. They were dislocated at the hip which is why you couldn’t move them. We got them relocated and with a couple days of bed rest, you should be walking out of the hospital. You did have a laceration on the chest but it was pretty superficial, you bled a lot, but you didn’t lose a ton of blood from it. We’ll get some labs on you to make sure everything is doing okay and we’ll keep you here just a couple more days to give your legs a chance to fully relocate. Any questions for me?” Christopher said, “I think I’m good, but if there’s any special instructions on my care taking, give them to my partner over here. Also, he will be staying with me until I’m discharged.” Shane said, “That shouldn’t be a problem. I’ll make sure the nurses are made aware. Just remember that he has to buy his own food. Otherwise, I’m cool if he stays with you. Emotional support is very important after an ordeal like yours, and if you can get some comfort from having the one you love close by, I’m all for that.” With that, Shane left the room. “Sounds like good news,” Christopher said. “Was it just me, was Shane extremely tall?” Christopher smiled, “I known exactly where you’re going with this, and I’m pretty sure he’s married. But yes, he seemed tall and his shoes looked bigger than mine.” Robert giggled, “You know me like a book! Aren’t you the least bit interested in whether he is into feet too?” Christopher shook his head, “Even if I was interested in his feet, yours are the only ones I care about, because you’re the only guy I care about.” Robert blushed, “What a sweet thing for you to say! First night back home, these size 12s are all yours to do with anything you want!” Christopher beamed, “You know I’ll devour them too!” Robert said, “I can’t wait,” and he smiled and winked at Christopher.
Two days came and went. Christopher finally sat up on his own for the first time. Then came the walking test. The physical therapist gave Christopher a walker, but he declined to use it. Robert tried to reason with Christopher that he needed the walker to walk until he was more stable. “I feel fine,” Christopher said. He attempted the first walk without any assisted devices. Christopher made 6 slow steps and then he fell to the floor. The physical therapist and a nurse helped Christopher up and to a nearby chair. “This is what I was trying to avoid,” Robert said. “I really felt like I was ready to do this on my own,” Christopher said. “You’ll get there, my love. Now take the walker and show them you’re ready to go home. Christopher took the walker and slowly stood up. He took a few steps, and then he took a few more. He made it all the way to the nurse’s station and headed back to his room. Robert was right beside him every step of the way. The physical therapist signed off on Christopher’s discharge from the hospital and he was released that afternoon. Robert went to get his car while they wheeled Christopher out of the hospital per protocol. Jeremy, the nurse saw Christopher off. He put the walker in the back of Robert’s car and said, “Make sure he uses this thing!” Robert said, “Don’t worry, I know just how to motivate this stubborn mule.” He winked at Jeremy. Jeremy smile cause he knew exactly what Robert was talking about. Robert drove off with Christopher like two cowboys riding off into the sunset.
As Robert pulled into his driveway, Christopher said, “I thought we were going home.” Robert said, “Until they catch the thugs responsible for your injuries, you’re staying with me. I’ve already cleared it with my roommate, and she’s cool with it.” Christopher did a double take, “Wait, she? Your roommate is a girl?” He asked. Robert chuckled, “Don’t sound surprised, dude! Obviously she’s safe around me because I’m only into guys, and now I’m only into ONE guy.” He said beaming from ear to ear. “What’s her name?” Christopher asked. “Abigail, but I just call her Abby. She’s nice and she understands the situation. She’s totally cool with us staying there until we can go to our home again.” Christopher asked, “So she knows you’re leaving? How did she take it?” Robert got a more serious look on his face, “She took it a lot better than Josh took finding out that you were gay. At least has tried to have me killed. Besides, she’s got a fiancé of her own and she was looking to get married next year anyway. So sooner or later, I’d have been on my own.” Christopher put his arm around Robert’s neck and patted his shoulder, “It’s like someone out there is watching over us and wanted us to find each other at the right time.” Robert kissed Christopher on the cheek and said, “There’s more where that came from later on.” Then he winked at Christopher and got out of the car. Robert got the walker out and brought to Christopher. He gently helped Christopher out of the car and to the walker. Robert walked with Christopher to the front door and helped him up the steps, “I forgot about the damn steps,” he said sharply. “It’s okay dude, it just feels good to walk again and be out of that hospital. Although, I’m going to miss Nurse Jeremy and Dr. Shane because they were awesome.” Robert smiled as he helped Christopher into the house, “They were pretty awesome, but you know what? My feet have been waiting days to be handled, touched, caressed, kissed, and licked by you.” Christopher beamed at Robert, “Then tonight we foot 69 with each other.” Robert said, “Dude, it’s a date!”
That night, Robert ordered in for him and Christopher. “I have to go to work tomorrow morning,” Robert said, “But you’re welcome to hangout here until I get home.” Dinner arrived and the two men ate together in the living room. Abby came home and saw the men eating in the living room, “I hope you’re planning to clean up the mess when you’re done.” She said. “Don’t worry,” Robert said, “We’ve got this! By the way, this is Christopher, my soon to be other half.” Abby waved. Christopher said, “charmed I’m sure.” With that, Robert started collecting all the trash from the meal and getting the can outside. When he came back into the house, Christopher was nowhere to be found. Robert found him in the bedroom. He was sitting on the bed trying to bend to untie his shoes. Robert walked over to Christopher, shutting the door on his way, a and moved Christopher around the bed. He made sure Christopher could lay on his right side comfortably. Robert then laid down on HIS right side, so that Christopher’s feet were facing his head and Robert’s feet were facing Christopher’s head. “On the count of 3. 1…2…3,” Robert counted. At three, Christopher ripped off Robert’s shoes and sniffed his wet and sweaty socked feet. Robert had done the same thing with Christopher’s shoes. Christopher’s feet were like two old strangers Robert hadn’t seen in a while. Robert stroked Christopher’s soft socked feet abs inhaled the aroma. Christopher could wait any longer. He peeled off Robert’s socks and stroked his feet with his hands first. Robert massaged Christopher’s socked feet until he was ready to have them removed. He slowly removed Christopher’s sock from his right foot. Then he removed the left sock. Christopher was in ecstasy. That moment, He finally realized Robert’s feet were all his. Christopher began lightly rubbing and tracing Robert’s soles. His soles were so soft, smooth, and had just the right amount of lines and wrinkles. Christopher’s feet were extra wrinkly and soft as pillows. Robert rubbed Christopher’s sole in his face and then he licked Christopher’s sole which made Christopher feet sensorily satisfied. Christopher decided it was time to return the favor. He took Robert’s feet and stroked them with his hands first. Then he brought Robert’s feet to his face and kissed them while rubbing them across his face and chest. Finally, Christopher started to gently fingernail Robert’s soles. Robert moaned as Christopher worked his soft soles. The men played with each other’s feet until they fell asleep from exhaustion.
The morning was calm and bright. Christopher woke up first and saw Robert’s big manly feet right by his head. He started to gently caress Robert’s feet and then he started to kiss them. Robert stirred with a moan, “Oh honey, that feels so good! Please don’t stop!” Christopher stuck out his tongue and started licking Robert’s soles, tracing the lines and creases with his tongue. Robert was in total ecstasy. He quickly buried his face into Christopher’s soles and licked them as well. The two men enjoyed each other’s company until Christopher said, “I’m getting hungry.” Robert sat up and said, “I don’t have much for breakfast but I could certainly go get you something, my love.” He stroked Christopher’s cheek with his fingers and gave him a smooch on the lips. With that, Robert put a shirt and some shorts on and got into some flip flops. “Hurry back, my sexy king,”Christopher called out as Robert was out the door. Robert drove through McDonald’s and ordered breakfast for himself and Christopher. He quickly drove back to his house so he could be with Christopher. When Robert got back with the food, he found Christopher in a robe and sitting at the kitchen table sipping on some coffee. “I was going to serve you breakfast in bed!” Christopher smiled, “breakfast in bed is over rated and besides, I would rather get up and move around so I can do more things with you.” Robert smiled, “That’s so sweet of you to say. By the way, my feet really enjoyed the fun we had last night.” Christopher wrapped his arm around Robert and said, “My feet always enjoy the attention they get from you, my king.” Robert turned and hugged Christopher really close, “I love you so much, and I can’t wait to spend the rest of my life with you.” Christopher gave Robert a smooch on the lips, “I am looking forward to many mornings of waking up to your sparkling blue eyes and running my hands through your beautiful black hair.” Robert blushed and planted a lip lock on Christopher. They kissed each other for about 5 minutes, and then they had breakfast. “Unfortunately, I have to work tonight,” Robert finally said. “That’s okay, someone has to work while I’m laid up,” Christopher replied. The two men finished eating and then cleaned up the mess.
Christopher went to the living room to watch television. Robert joined him on the couch a few minutes later. “So, I never even asked, what have your other relationships been like?” Christopher thought for moment. Then he said, “I’ve really only had one relationship that actually counted, and she meant a lot to me.” Robert was taken back, “She? You mean you were married to a woman? I thought you were gay!” Christopher smiled, “I am, and always have been. But because of family I always denied my sexuality. I even married a woman thinking it would somehow make me straight, but it didn’t.” Robert had a look of concern on his face, “So what happened then?” Christopher said, “I kept my secret for many years and tried to deny who I truly was. But the more I tried to repress my homosexuality, the more it grew within me. And, we had an unconventional relationship anyway. We were never sexually active, except a couple of times when we tried to conceive a child. And our relationship, grew more in to a partnership without benefits, if that makes sense.” Robert withdrew his hand and asked, “why did you break up?” Christopher lowered his head, “She passed away. I’m a widower.” Robert looked at Christopher and said, “I’m so sorry dude, I had no idea. I feel like such an idiot for asking such a dumb question!” Christopher looked up and said, “You couldn’t have known and I never told you. So don’t beat yourself up over it.” Robert said, “I just had no idea that you have been through so much.” Christopher smiled and said, “It’s okay, my king. No harm, no foul.” Robert then asked, “So, you never had any kids then?” Christopher replied, “We were actually planning to adopt a child, who coincidentally was also named Robert.” Robert frowned a little, “So what happened then?” Christopher explained, “Well, a lot of things happened. First, Robert got matched with a family before we could get through the home study process. Then, just as we were about to choose another child to pursue, her kidneys failed. Her health went downhill fast and inside of 3 months, she was gone.” Robert started to tear up, “That must have been very hard for you!” Christopher had a melancholy expression on his face as he stared out into the living room, “It was. It was very hard. I had lost so much in such a short period of time. I spiraled into a deep depression for about 3 months. I didn’t sleep, I barely ate, and I never felt any peace.” Robert put his hand on Christopher’s shoulder and said, “How did you ever get through that?” Christopher took Robert’s hand and lightly caressed it while shedding a few tears, “O never really got over it. I just learned to accept what I had no control over. I also made a promise to myself that my next partner would be a man. I never dreamed it would be you though. You’re like the answer to every prayer and desire I’ve ever had.” Christopher kissed Robert’s hand.