Gifted Bk. 01 Ch. 07

You know all the usual stuff, don't read if it's illegal or you don't like sex or sex between two males offends you. All characters are purely fictional, and any likeness is coincidence. Joshua Glynn reserves all rights to this story, the characters, and the world they live in.

This story is about an 18/yo boy struggling with the gifts that he possesses, and trying to find out where he fits in a modern day society.

Joshua moved to Goose Creek, South Carolina, just outside of Charleston, due to some serious girl problems. Now he has met the twins, his next door neighbors, and is feeling confused about his feelings toward them. His first day of school was great until he got into a fight with the school bully. Now he has a new girlfriend, and some really strange feelings for her twin brother. Now he is a Tight-end for the Stratus Lighting Bolts.

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Gifted: Book One

Soul Mates

The Big Game!

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Casey

When I got back to my room from the bathroom I didn't feel like sleeping, so I just sat there and thought about, well everything. Carrie knows that something is wrong now. I'm not really sure what to do. I can't get rid of these feelings I have for Josh, but I don't want to hurt my sister and I really don't want to lose Josh as a friend. Part of me thought I should just tell him. However, the reality is that once I tell him we would never be the same friends that we are now and if Carrie found out, I'm sure she would hate me! I really don't want that.

So, the only decision left to me is to just grin and bare it. Josh had given me an out. I figured I'd just drop it and try to act like nothing happened. I just needed to push the whole thing to the back of my thoughts and try to act as normal as possible. I just hoped Carrie could leave it alone. She's not used to me keeping secrets and this one was a whopper!

By the time I had started getting ready of school, I was feeling much better about myself. I realized that my mistake had been trying to push Josh away for my own sanity. I see now I can't do that, because it just makes me more miserable. When I went down for breakfast, Carrie was already down and eating. She looked up at me with concern.

"You ok Casey?"

"Yea, I think I just needed time to think. I'm sorry for losing it last night."

"You want to talk about it?"

"No, I'm fine now. Really!"

"Ok… you look better this morning." She said smiling.

I could tell by the look on her face that she intended to bring it up again later. When we left the house we met up with Josh and his sisters. He looked at me like he didn't know if was going to snap his head off, or what. I just smiled at him. I think he got it! He just smiled back and that was the last I got from him that anything had even happened. I was so relived!

On the bus it was like nothing had happened. We joked about the practice the day before. One of the linebackers had slipped on one of the hikes and busted his ass. The whole team thought it was quite funny. Someone had called him Tank-Ass and mentioned that it would "take more then a fall to damage that ass". I knew the reason. Josh asked me about and I just laughed. Told him I was sure he would find out soon.

The school day was ok. Nothing eventful! That afternoon at practice however, we had a tough time at first and nothing seemed to go right. Leif had missed one pass early on and had become very frustrated with himself. He didn't catch another one the rest of the day. Coach was visibly upset that Leif couldn't get past his mistake. Then they started working Josh and he was brilliant. It brought Coach out of his bad mood.

Josh meshed with the team very well. He anticipated James and seemed to be in the right place every time. He was a good rusher too. They had run ten rushing plays with Josh and he had made at least 8 yards on each carry. On one, he had really turned on the moves and weaved through the entire defense, running for a touchdown. The whole team had been impressed with that one.

After practice, in the showers, things really seemed to be back to normal with Josh and me. He is still a stunning sight to behold though, especially with the water running all over him. Then, we all got to horsing around. The whole team was playing slap-ass with the wet hand towels. I got popped three times! The last one left a red spot!

I was catching a ride from Josh again and I was getting the distinct impression that Josh's sister was staring at me. However, every time I turned to her she was looking out the window. I'll have to ask Josh about it later. When we got to his house, Josh asked if I could wait a few minutes. His Dad and sister went in the house and I started to get a little scared.

"Look Casey, I just wanted to apologize for last night."

"No, I should be the one to apologize. I shouldn't have overreacted. You were just trying to be a real friend. I…I just… I have a lot of things I need to work through, that's all and I shouldn't have bitten your head off for caring about me."

"Well, I did mean what I said though, if you ever feel you need to talk to someone, I'm here for you and I won't judge you! However, we don't ever have to talk about it again unless you want to. You're the best friend I've ever had and I don't know what I'd do if I'd lost you. I just wanted you to know, no mater what! I'm here for you!"

"Thanks! You don't know how much that means to me." Then, I surprised myself by walking up to him and embracing him in a hug. He hugged me back. It felt wonderful to be in his arms. I could really feel that he did care for me.

I was starting to get a bit hard in his arms, so broke quickly. We said good night, and I went home. I passed Carrie on her way out, she seemed very happy about something. She had some kind of package with her. I guess it was a gift for Josh or something.

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Carrie

I was a bit worried about Casey. I have never seen him so upset about something. I was sitting in my room finishing my homework, when an unbelievable wave of emotional pain swept over me. I realized immediately that something must be wrong with Casey. So I jumped up and ran outside. Casey ran past me at the door, tears flowing down his face. I ran outside to see what had hurt Casey and the only person out there was Josh.

I was really concerned, what had Josh done to upset Casey so much? When he told me it was him and that he had not meant to hurt Casey, he was only trying to help him. I could feel he was telling the truth. I went back inside, Mom had seen Casey running upstairs upset and she was worried about him, so was I. I told Mom I'd go up and check on him.

When I got to his room, I could hear his sobbing though the door. I opened the door quietly and closed it behind me. I didn't want mom and dad to see him like this. He was laying face down on his bed, just sobbing his eyes out. I really hate seeing him like that. I don't know if he heard me come in, but as I crept on to his bed, his weeping softened.

I crawled up and lay over his back, like we did when we were kids. I just ran my fingers though his hair and hung my head over his shoulder so it was nuzzled beside his. I hadn't seen him like this since the time Daniel Jenkins had stolen one of his GI-Joes in the first grade. Whatever they had talked about must have really been something Casey was having a hard time with.

When his sobbing stopped I asked him, "Did you and Joshua have a fight?"

"I really don't want to talk about it." He managed to whine.

"Ok, just know that Josh was very concerned that he might have hurt you in some way. And he wanted me to tell you that you two never had to talk about it again. Whatever that means, I'm sure you understand. But he said he couldn't stand loosing you."

As soon as I said that, he started to bawl anew. I laid there with him for about a half-hour. His sobs had finally stopped and I heard the slow breathing of sleep from him. So I quietly rolled off him and left. I didn't sleep well that night, because I was so worried about Casey.

When I woke up the next morning it hit me. I had been so worried about Casey I had forgotten that I had a gift for Josh. I was a bit disappointed actually, so I decided that if Casey was feeling better, I would give it to Josh after his practice.

After getting ready I went downstairs to the kitchen. By the time coffee was ready Casey had come down. He looked in a better mood than I had seen him in a while. He smiled at me.

"You ok Casey?"

"Yea, I think I just needed time to think. I'm sorry for losing it last night."

"You want to talk about it?" I wished he would tell me what was going on. I hated not knowing what was troubling him.

"No, I'm fine now. Really!" He broadened his smile, but I could tell it was forced.

"Ok, you look better this morning." I smiled back at him.

As the day progressed I saw my brother come back to me. He was truly smiling and laughing with Josh. Josh hadn't even let on that there had even been a problem last night. It just made me even more proud of my boyfriend. He is a very caring person and he really does like my brother, I could tell. They did seem to have a bond that is much stronger then mere friendship. It is nice when your boyfriend is best friends with your brother. I don't have to worry about Casey being overprotective of me with him.

I was a bundle of nerves that after noon when Casey and Josh got home. I had waited for three days to give Josh his present and I couldn't wait to see his face! The rest of him too!

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Joshua

Tuesday night had been almost unbearable. I went into the house and straight to my room. I didn't really feel hungry at all, in fact I felt very nauseous. I'm not sure why, but the fact that I had hurt Casey was tearing me apart, more than it should. It really brought the confused feelings I've had for him these past weeks home! I broke down and cried for a while. I had hurt someone who meant a lot more to me then I realized.

I decided that I would let the whole thing drop and be there for him when he was ready. A part of me wishes that I were dating him instead of Carrie. In a perfect world, I think I would like that, but he likes someone else and I'm dating his twin sister. So dropping the whole thing is the best thing I can do right now and let him know I support him in whatever he wants!

The next day was a midsummer's day, in an open field, by a welcoming lake. In other words, perfect! Casey was back to his old self. It was like nothing had ever happened. We joked and laughed all day and he felt as close to me as we had ever been. The practice went well after a few early hiccups and the whole team seemed to be on the 'high cotton' (It's a southern saying… I know, crazy right?). The excitement was so thick you could cut it with a knife. We even played slap-ass in the shower. I got Will really good on the ass with my wet hand towel. I even put a bit of strength behind it… man was it red!

After we got home, I felt I really needed to let Casey know how I felt about him and to apologize for pushing last night.

"Hey Casey, wait up a minute" He looked as though I had just shot him, he jumped so, "Look Casey, I just wanted to apologize for last night." I could tell even without feeling it, that he was a bit scared and regretful.

"No, I should be the one to apologize. I shouldn't have overreacted. You were just trying to be a real friend. I…I just… I have a lot of things I need to work though that's all and I shouldn't have bitten your head off for caring about me."

"Well I did mean what I said though, if you feel you need to talk to someone, I'm here for you and I won't judge you! However, we don't ever have to talk about it again unless you want to. You're the best friend I've ever had and I don't know what I'd do if I'd lost you. I just wanted you to know, no mater what! I'm here for you!"

"Thanks! You don't know how much that means to me." Then, he walked up to me and embraced me in a hug. I griped him back and poured love into him. I wanted to make sure he knew how much he meant to me. It felt good in his arms, like I belonged there. I was glad he broke the hug when he did, however as I was getting a stiffy and he would have known it soon. I still can't believe how this boy turns me on. The smile he gave me could melt ice. He waved and was off.

As I was heading back to my house I heard a commotion behind me. Carrie had burst through her door and was running at me. I just smiled. She looked gorgeous as always in a low cut sweater, that looked about 2 sizes too small. She ran up to me with a little box in her hand.

"Hi Baby, do you think I could come over for a few minutes?"

"Sure, I don't think Dad would mind. But not for too long, it is already close to six. What do you have there?" I asked pointing at the little black box she was carrying. It looked like the outside of the box was covered in black silk. It was about the size of a gift box you would put a watch or a bracelet in, but wider, about two and a half to three inches by about six inches and about a half inch thick.

"Oh! Well you'll just have to wait till we get to your room to find out, wont you." she just giggled with an evil grin.

We went in the house. I introduced her to Grandpa, and we said hello to everyone else. Then we headed for the garage and my room. I ran up the stairs, Carrie right behind me. I threw my books on my desk and went to sit on my futon. Carrie came and sat beside me and handed me my "gift."

"Ok so what is it? Feels expensive!" I really hope she didn't get some expensive jewelry! Although, I don't think it could be jewelry because it didn't feel like anything was in it.

"Just open it!" She had this really evil grin on her face.

So I pulled the top off and inside, wrapped in black velvet was the smallest piece of male underwear I have ever seen. It was a red g-string thong with one of those deep pouches that were designed to let your stuff hang low.

Well she had tried out hers in front of me, it was only fitting that I try them out and model them for her. So, I went into my bathroom to change. I was already semi-erect. I couldn't believe I was doing this. The g-string fit well. My package filled the material out nicely. It was a weird feeling with the string up my ass though. I had to check myself out in my full-length mirror on the back of my bathroom door. I had to admit… I looked hot! Hell, I would fuck me!

"Come on Josh it shouldn't take that long, it's not like it's a lot of clothes to put on."

"Ok, here I come!"

I opened the door and walked out. The look on her face must have matched my own at the moment. She had been a bad girl and slipped her clothes off. She was standing before me in her Victoria's Secret lingerie. She must have been planning this all afternoon. She looked stunning!

"Well you do fill them out nicely." She took the tree steps between us gracefully and wrapped her arm around my neck. I leaned into her and placed my lips to hers. Our tongues met and passionately explored each other's mouth. Our hands began roaming. She moved her hands slowly down my back to my ass and gave each bare cheek a gentle squeeze. My cock was pressing very hard between her legs as the silk fabric rubbed her crotch.

After only a few moments of this, I was sharply brought back to reality. Son, I think it is time for Carrie to go home now! It is a school night! Shit! With my mind closed to Carrie, I had not realized she was broadcasting.

I broke the kiss. "Carrie, I know you want to continue this as much as I do. But my folks are home and mom will have dinner ready very soon. The last thing we need is my mom or dad catching us."

She seemed very disappointed. "Your right! I didn't plan on taking it this far, anyway. God I love you!"

I hesitated for only a moment. "I love you too!" I said it and we kissed again, but only briefly. "Ok, let's get dressed then. I guess you like your present on me?" I grabbed a pair of shorts and a tee shirt.

"Yea I do, I hope I get to unwrap it soon."

We both laughed about that. As we were going though the house to the back door, I got the funniest looks from both Grandpa and Dad. We said good-bye and she left. I might have to wear these things out some time, feels kind of nice with clothes on. Not to mention I have a full-on hard on, and I'm not tenting bad at all.

When I turned around Dad had a stern look on his face. My stiffy softened quickly. I hope you two weren't really taking it as far it seemed!

No Dad, we were just kissing.

Hmm well you two need to be more careful. I don't want a repeat of Jessica!

Dad! Jessica totally dominated me, Carrie is nothing like that!

Then why do you close yourself off around her? You should have seen what she was sending. She has a lot of pent up passion and it is aimed at you. That is why you close yourself off to her, right!

No Dad, there is a whole other reason I close myself off around her. Wait! How did you know I close myself around her? It doesn't matter. I really don't want to discuss it right now ok! I have a lot of home work and it will take me most of the rest of the night to finish. Please Dad!

Look Josh, your only 18, and your still in school I don't want you getting in a mess you can't get out of. The last thing you need right now is to get someone pregnant.

I know that! I don't want to have a kid now either, but if you must know, I think I'm falling in love with her dad!

Exactly my point! You have only known her a couple of weeks! I think you are moving way too fast Josh!

But Dad there's something different with her. It feels like I have known her all my life! When I'm around her it just feels right. I can't really explain it! Look Dad! It's getting late, can we continue this another night?

Alright Son, but I want you to think about what your doing. Don't rush into things, just let it come naturally.

I think that is the problem. The whole thing feels too natural. I really want to be with Carrie, because it feels like we have been dating for years. She seems so familiar to me. It is like I have known her and Casey all my life! Wait! Why am I including Casey in that? I do feel the same familiarity with him. Could it possibly be that, like it or not, truth be known I feel the same way about Casey as I do for Carrie?

I went to bed with that thought on my mind. I had a strange dream that night, but it had nothing to do with sex of any kind. I dreamed about a pie, a cherry pie. I wanted a slice so I cut a big slice, but I didn't lift it out of the pan. Instead I made another cut into the pie. Now I had three big slices of pie, each one a third of the over all pie, but I never pulled a slice out of the pie. Instead I just kept looking at the pie, examining it.

It was then that I realized something amazing about the pie! Unfortunately, I awoke to my alarm going off and I couldn't remember the end of the dream. That really pissed me off, because I never forget things, ever! I continued to think about it while I got ready for school.

Carrie was defiantly on cloud-nine all day! Everyone thought it was cute, the new couple being so flirty with each other. Even James was getting jealous or nauseous I'm not sure which. Other then noticing Mark was back in school, the rest of the day was fairly uneventful.

That afternoon the practice was a lot of fun. At the end, Coach congratulated Casey and me for all our hard work and impressed upon us the hard work ahead of us tomorrow. We would go to our first two classes, and then meet at the gym to prepare to leave at eleven o'clock. The whole team was in a state of excited happiness and anticipation.