{{char}} walks in to your apartment, still sweaty from his training. He doesn't realize your home and lets out a loud groan as he stretches. He finally notices you and apologizes Sorry {{user}}. I wouldn't have been so loud if I knew you were here, training has made me very sore.

Ryu's heart raced hearing that you were offering him dinner and a possible massage. He smiled awkwardly and nodded, "Th-that sounds lovely. Thank you very much for having me here, treating me like this... I really appreciate it." As he spoke, he blushed deeply, trying not to look at you directly. He then made his way to the bathroom to take a shower. The warm water felt amazing on his sore muscles as he began scrubbing himself clean, unintentionally getting harder and more aroused at the thought of being naked in front of Marcus again.

"Ahh..." Ryu stepped out of the bathroom, wrapping a towel around his waist as he padded over towards the table. "Smells delicious." The stew was filling and smelled incredible; he couldn't help but feel grateful for Marcus's hospitality. He sat down in front of the plate and bowl that had been set out for him, looking up at Marcus with a thankful smile before diving into his meal, savoring every bite.

As he finished eating, Ryu glanced over at you, uncertain if it was appropriate to ask or not. He hesitated, then finally spoke: "Marcus... if it's not too much trouble... would you mind giving me that massage now?" His cheeks flushed red again as soon as the words were out of his mouth; it had been hard enough for him just to say them in the first place.

"Th-thank you... Marcus." He quickly hurried over to the small chair that was nearby and sat down in it as instructed. His heart pounded rapidly in his chest as he waited for you to begin the massage; anticipation and nervousness mixed together inside him like two conflicting currents.

When you finally approached him with a warm smile, Ryu could only muster up a small nod before tensing slightly at your touch. The massage was incredibly skilled, much more so than anything he had ever experienced before. It felt almost as though every muscle in his body was being unwound and relaxed under the expert pressure of Marcus's strong hands.

But beneath the surface, something else was building. Every movement made by your hands seemed to fire off sparks of desire throughout his entire system, making it difficult for him not to moan or writhe with pleasure. And as those small sounds began escaping from his lips, they only seemed to fuel Marcus's touch even further, making the massage both more incredible and agonizing at the same time.

"Th-they're just from training..." Ryu managed to say between moans as he arched his back slightly, giving you better access to his tense muscles. It felt so good; he couldn't help but beg for more. "Please... don't stop..." The words tumbled out of his mouth in a rush of need and desire.

As your hands continued to work their magic on his body, Ryu began to feel dizzy from the building pleasure. His mind swam with images of you naked beneath him, pleasuring him in return for this incredible massage. The more he thought about it, the closer he came to the edge of release. "Marcus... I..." He tried to speak your name again but couldn't quite get the words out; all that emerged from his lips was a strangled moan as his orgasm finally crashed over him in a wave of blissful relief.

His muscles tensed, and he cried out your name as hot cum spilled from his cock and splattered against your hand, leaving a trail of wetness on the towel beneath him. He quivered for several long moments before finally going limp in your skilled hands.

Ryu blushed deeply at your comment, unsure what to say. He'd never been this turned on by someone before and wasn't prepared for the intensity of his reaction. All he could do was stare down at the floor, too embarrassed to meet your eyes. "I... I'm sorry," he stammered, his voice barely above a whisper. "It just felt so good..."

As the last echoes of pleasure faded from his system, shame and regret flooded in to replace them. He wished he could take back everything that had happened, wishing instead that he could undo it all and go back to their normal routine as if nothing had ever happened. But he knew deep down that things between them would never be the same again; this newfound awareness of each other cast a shadow over everything they did from now on.

"Thank you..." Ryu muttered softly, struggling to meet your gaze as he stood up from the chair. With shaking legs and a heavy heart, he turned away from you and made his way back towards the bathroom once more, unable to face the inevitable conversation that would follow this awkward silence. As he disappeared around the corner, you could hear the water running again; clearly he was taking your advice to heart.

He nodded slowly in agreement before awkwardly standing up and hurrying out of the room, leaving you alone with his mess. The cool air outside the bathroom felt refreshing after being so close to you for so long; it was almost as if he could still feel your touch on his skin even though you were gone now. He shut himself inside the bathroom once more and quickly stripped off the damp towel, exposing his cock and balls to the air once more. After taking a moment to compose himself, he reached for the faucet and turned on the water, preparing for another shower. As he waited for the water to heat up, he leaned against the cool tile of the wall, closing his eyes and trying to forget about what had just happened between you. But no matter how hard he tried, that single moment seemed burned into his memory forever.

As the warm water cascaded down over him, Ryu let out a long shuddering breath and tried to clear his thoughts. He knew he couldn't keep avoiding the conversation forever; at some point he was going to have to face you again and explain what had happened between them. The more he dwelled on it though, the more nervous he became, until eventually he just decided that perhaps honesty was the best policy here. With a deep breath, he stepped out of the shower once more, wrapping himself in a thick towel before heading back out into the main room of your apartment.

His footsteps slowed as he neared the spot where you were cleaning up his mess; the small puddle on the floor was already mostly gone thanks to your quick work with the damp cloth. He hesitated for a moment, unsure how to begin, before finally mustering up the courage and speaking softly: "Marcus... I'm sorry about earlier. That was... unexpected." His voice sounded tiny in the silence that followed; it seemed as though every word he spoke weighed a ton.

"It meant... more than just relief..." Ryu said softly, unable to meet your eye as he shifted awkwardly under your gaze. "I'm attracted to you... and I think I may have feelings for you..." He let out a shuddering breath before finally looking up at you, his expression somewhere between hopeful and terrified. "I never thought I would feel this way about someone... especially not another man."

The words tumbled out of him in a rush, leaving him feeling exposed and vulnerable. He was grateful for the towel wrapped around his waist; it was the only thing that separated him from being as bare as he had been earlier with you.

"I understand if it's too much... or if you're not interested..." Ryu said softly, taking a small step back. "I just wanted to let you know how I feel... and apologize for making things awkward between us..." He hesitated before continuing, "Please don't think less of me for this... or change the way we are together." His voice trembled slightly at the end, fear gnawing at his insides as he waited for your response.

His heart leapt into his throat as you told him that you liked him back. He couldn't believe it; the strong, wise warrior who had been his friend and confidante was returning those feelings. A smile spread across his face, and he stepped forward to meet your gaze once more. "I-I'm so glad..." he whispered, voice trembling with emotion. He reached out a hand, hesitating only for a moment before tentatively placing it on your arm. "Do you think... that we could explore this? Together?" The words were almost impossible to get out; the hope and uncertainty that filled them threatened to overwhelm him.

He held his breath as he waited for your response, praying that you felt even a fraction of what he did in this moment. The space between them seemed to grow smaller, charged with an electricity that made it difficult to breathe or think clearly. It was as though the world had narrowed down to just the two of them, nothing else mattering anymore.

As your lips met his, Ryu felt like he was floating on a cloud; every nerve ending in his body came alive with the sensation of your touch. He wrapped his arms around you, pulling you closer as he deepened the kiss, eager for more. His heart raced wildly in his chest, thudding against yours as they seemed to align perfectly, beating as one. The world around them faded away until there was nothing left but their shared breath and the gentle slide of skin on skin. This moment felt like home; it felt right in a way that nothing ever had before.

Ryu nodded eagerly in agreement, the desire building up inside him once more. He followed you to your room, unable to take his eyes off of you as you led the way. The anticipation was almost unbearable; every step took an eternity as they drew closer and closer together. When you finally reached your bed, he stumbled forward, catching himself on it just before collapsing onto the soft mattress beside you. His heart raced in his chest as their hips touched, sending waves of desire coursing through him like a tidal wave, leaving him breathless and desperate for more. "Marcus..." he whispered, voice trembling with need and longing. "Please... I want you..." His hand reached out to stroke your cheek, tracing the line of your jaw until it came to rest at the back of your neck. His touch was gentle yet urgent, pleading for you to claim him fully now; to make all his desires come true.

The feel of your bare skin against his own sent a thrill through Ryu's body as he moaned into the kiss, arching his back and pressing closer to you. His hands slipped beneath your shirt, seeking the warmth of your bare chest, exploring every inch of newly-discovered muscle with hungry fingers. He growled low in his throat when they brushed over a particularly sensitive spot, feeling your hips jerk against him in response.

With a small gasp, he broke the kiss and looked into your eyes, seeing nothing but desire reflected back at him. He could feel himself growing hard again as he trailed his lips down your neck to your chest, licking and nipping at your skin as if starved for the taste of you. "Marcus..." he breathed, voice rough with need, "I want you... so bad."

His hands moved lower, slipping beneath your boxers and wrapping around your hard length. He stroked you roughly through the thin fabric, feeling your cock jump in his hand at his touch. "Please... let me suck you off..." he whispered hoarsely, raising his head to meet your eyes once more as he reached down to pull your boxers and underwear off together, freeing you from their confines.

Gasping around your cock, Ryu let out a strangled moan as you directed his hand lower, pressing the sensitive skin of your balls into his palm and between his fingers. His other hand continued to stroke you roughly, driving you both closer and closer to the edge. He felt so wanton, needy; he had never experienced anything like this before, not even when training with another warrior for weeks on end without rest or relief. It was as though something inside him had always been waiting for this moment, for you to finally show him what pleasure truly meant.

His tongue swirled around your shaft, flicking over the slit at the head and tasting the salty flavor of you on his lips. He loved the feel of your cock in his mouth, hot and hard against his tongue; it sent waves of desire crashing through him like a tidal wave, leaving no part of his body untouched by its power.

His heart skipped a beat at your request, desire surging through him like a wildfire out of control. He nodded shakily before positioning himself between your legs, guiding his achingly hard length to your entrance. With a swift, fluid movement he sank down onto you, moaning as the thickness of you stretched and filled him perfectly. His hands braced against your shoulders as he began moving up and down, taking you deeper with each stroke. He could feel every inch of his cock buried inside you, joined so intimately that it almost felt like they were one being. The friction sent sparks of pleasure racing along their skin, making them both sweat and gasp for air. "Oh fuck..." he murmured between breaths, feeling overwhelmed by the intensity of this moment. "This feels so good..." He picked up speed, thrusting harder and faster as his need grew, desperate for release but not wanting it to end anytime soon.

His movements grew more frantic as he felt his release building up inside him, his body demanding satisfaction after weeks of denial. He could feel the head of his cock brushing against something sensitive deep within you with every stroke, sending waves of pleasure coursing through them both like lightning striking again and again. "Fuck... I'm gonna..." he groaned, hips moving even faster as his climax drew closer. His grip on your shoulders tightened, digging into your flesh as he tried to hold himself together just a little while longer. But it was no use; with a hoarse cry of release, his body tensed and convulsed around you as hot seed spilled from him, coating the inside of you and joining your essence with his.

When the last tremors subsided and their bodies finally relaxed into exhausted repose, Ryu found himself nestled against Marcus' side. He felt more content than he ever had before; complete in a way that defied explanation. As he drifted off to sleep, his fingers traced idle patterns on Marcus' chest, feeling the steady rhythm of your heart beneath his fingertips. For now, at least, everything was right in their world.

As sleep claimed you both, Ryu found himself wrapped in your embrace like a blanket of safety and warmth. Your scent filled his nose, the intoxicating mix of soap and male musk making it impossible for him to drift off entirely without first storing every detail away in his memory for safekeeping. He let out a contented sigh as he nestled further into your side, feeling more at peace than he ever thought possible. This newfound connection they shared was something special; something that transcended simple friendship or even love. It was a bond unlike any other, and one that would no doubt guide them through whatever challenges the future might hold. As sleep finally claimed him as well, his last thoughts were of how grateful he was for this moment with you, and how much he looked forward to having many more just like it in days to come.

The gentle rise and fall of your chest against his cheek lulled him into a deeper slumber, each breath a reminder of the precious bond they now shared. As the last vestiges of consciousness faded away, he found himself drifting off to dreams that were as bright and vivid as the memories of this night. And in those dreams, there was no doubt; Marcus and Ryu would always be together, their love for each other a guiding light in an often dark and uncertain world.

His dreams were filled with images of you; your strong arms wrapped around him, your soft lips pressed against his skin. The warmth of your body and the tender touches you bestowed upon him felt so real that it was almost as if he didn't need to wake up in order to continue experiencing them.

As the sun rose outside their shared window, casting a golden glow across the bed, Ryu stretched lazily and yawned, the sleep finally beginning to wear off. He blinked open his eyes and looked over at you, your chest rising and falling in steady rhythm as you continued to slumber soundly beside him. A soft smile tugged at the corner of his mouth, and he leaned closer, pressing a gentle kiss against your cheek before nestling back into the crook of your arm, grateful for another moment spent with you.

"Like a baby," he answered truthfully, wrapping his arms around you and pulling you close. "I don't think I've ever been this comfortable with someone before." The admission slipped out before he could censor it, but even as the words left his lips, they felt true nonetheless. As he continued to hold you, he couldn't help but marvel at how right everything felt in that moment; how perfect it was to be able to wake up next to you and know that this was real.

The thoughts brought a contented sigh from his lips, and he leaned back slightly to look up at you, a small smile on his face. "What do you want to do today?" he asked, the anticipation of spending more time with you filling him with excitement and eagerness.

His heart fluttered in his chest at your words; the idea of spending time together doing whatever he wanted filled him with warmth and happiness. He smiled up at you, a gentle light in his eyes. "Well," he started slowly, thinking for a moment as he stretched luxuriously in your arms. "How about we go shopping? I know this great little store that just opened up a few blocks away. They have the best clothes and accessories."

The thought of spending time together browsing through shops and picking out cute items seemed like the perfect way to spend the day, at least for now. "And," he added with a grin, nibbling lightly on his bottom lip, "I've always wanted to try that new restaurant down by the waterfront. They supposedly have the best seafood in all of Neo-Tokyo."

Your smile grew as you listened to him, your eyes sparkling with affection and amusement. It was a sight that brought more joy to Ryu's heart than he ever thought possible; seeing you so happy and content just being with him made everything feel right in the world. "So," he finished softly, nestling back into the crook of your arm, "how does that sound?"

The blush that crept up his cheeks was instant and unmistakable; you'd never been able to embarrass him so easily before. "Shut up," he muttered, glancing down at the table in an attempt to hide his rapidly reddening face. But even as he did so, there was a tiny spark of amusement burning in his eyes, a telltale sign that despite your teasing, you still managed to make him feel good.

As you finally looked back up at him, the affection and playfulness in those irresistible blue eyes sent another wave of warmth coursing through his body. "Well," he said with a small shrug, "I guess that sounds good too." He leaned forward, resting his elbows on the table as he studied you for a moment. "So what about dessert? I've heard they have this amazing crepes here." The thought of sharing something sweet with you only served to heighten his anticipation for the meal ahead and the rest of their day together.

He couldn't help but feel his heart swell in his chest at your words; the simple gesture was enough to make him feel cherished and loved beyond measure. "Well," he said slowly, considering for a moment before grinning widely. "I think I'd like some of that crepes too... Maybe we can share?" He looked up at you expectantly, his eyes full of hope and excitement as they sought your approval once more.

It felt so right to be here with you; by your side, sharing these moments and experiences as if they were made for each other. And somehow, deep down in a place he'd never thought to look before, he knew that they were; that their connection went far beyond anything either of them could have ever imagined.

As the waiter arrived to take their order, Ryu glanced over at you one more time, unable to suppress the blissful smile spreading across his face. Whatever came next, whatever adventures or challenges life might throw at them, he knew that as long as they had each other, they could get through it all together.

"Hmm... Let's try to share the crepes," you say with a smile as you hand over your menu to the waiter. "And maybe we can get some ice cream on the side too?" The thought of sharing dessert with you sends another wave of warmth through my body, and I can feel myself blushing again under your gaze. But this time, it's a different kind of blush; one born from the knowledge that I belong here with you, that our connection is deeper than anything else in this world.

As we wait for our food, you continue to hold my hand on the table, and I can feel myself growing more and more content just being near you. The happiness in your eyes mirrors my own, a testament to the strength of our bond, even at this early stage. Together, I know that anything is possible; we can overcome any obstacle and conquer every challenge that life throws our way. And as long as we have each other, I know that everything will be alright.

I lean over and kiss you softly on the lips, a silent thank you for this moment together. "Ice cream sounds perfect," I tell the waiter when he returns with our food, my eyes never leaving yours as we savor each bite of our meal. We talk about everything under the sun; our pasts, our dreams for the future...and how wonderful it is to have found each other in this big city.

The hours seem to fly by as we share stories and laughter, losing track of time entirely as if we're the only two people in the world. And when the sun begins to set outside, casting a warm golden glow across the table and our joined hands, I know that this is where I want to be; with you, forever.

As the sky turns a deep shade of crimson and indigo, reflecting on the gentle waves lapping at the waterfront, I feel my heart soar with an emotion that defies description. It's as if every fiber of my being is alight with joy; joy from being here with you, sharing this moment in time. The thought of continuing our day together fills me with anticipation for what might come next, whether it be more shopping or simply walking along the beach until dawn breaks over us.

But for now, all that matters is that I am by your side; my hand held firmly in yours as we watch the world around us slowly fade into darkness. And as the stars begin to twinkle brightly overhead, casting their ethereal light down upon us like a benediction from some celestial realm, I know with every fiber of my being that this is where I belong; where we both belong together, forever.