Page 237 of Game Night: Truth or Dare

Ben’s arms snaked around Wil’s neck as he stretched up to meet Wil’s mouth in a slow kiss. Wil returned it, taking in the taste and scent he was coming to crave. Before he could lose himself in Ben, the lights dimmed, and the DJ faded the music out. A loud cheer rose from the crowd, and Wil, with great reluctance, pulled away.

Turning Ben in his arms so his back was flush against Wil’s chest, he wrapped his arms around him and rested his chin on Ben’s shoulder as the DJ introduced Eclipse.

The lights came up, and Wil felt a swell of pride at the sight of his friends standing on the stage, ready to play their new album.

At a nod from Taylor, their drummer counted in the beat, and they enthusiastically launched into the song that had just been released and was soaring up the charts. The crowd sang along and danced to the catchy beat. He and Ben had little room for dancing, Wil’s hands resting on Ben’s hips as they snaked in time. He held back from pressing himself closer. The last thing he needed was to have to deal with a boner in the middle of a crowded club. A crowd that also included his parents, adopted family, and future boss.

Ben did not help matters as he tossed a knowing grin over his shoulder and shimmied his ass back to brush against Wil’s groin.

“Are you trying to kill me?” he growled in Ben’s ear, making his boyfriend laugh.

“No,” Ben shouted back. “Just upping the anticipation for when we get home.”

Wil pressed a kiss to the sweaty nape of Ben’s neck and pushed him an arm’s length away. “Stay over there, you tease.”

Taylor’s voice came over the microphone.

“Thank you all for taking time out of your busy schedules to come and help us celebrate the launch of our second studio album. We wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for fans like yourselves and, of course, our amazing management team. Thank you, Miles, for signing us and to Liam for mentoring us and guiding us along the crazy road that is the music industry.”

Cheers and applause greeted his words. Wil watched as Taylor scanned the crowd, a grin breaking out on his face when he spotted Wil by the sound desk. “This next song was one of the first we wrote and completed when we got into the studio. I think a couple of our fans here tonight are going to really love it.”

He winked at Wil. “This one’s for you, Ben and Wil. It’s called I Dare You.”

Wil looked at Ben, who was looking equal parts pleased and embarrassed by being called out by the band. They listened as Taylor started singing; the melody swirling around them. It was a little slower than some of their other songs but still had a fast enough beat to dance to.

When they reached the chorus, Taylor staring pointedly at Wil and Ben.

I dare you to try,

When I kiss you and mean it,

I dare you to stay,

And see where this goes.

I dare you to love me,

For now and always.

Wil pulled Ben into his arms, holding him tight. He’d always known the power of words and song. He felt like Taylor was reaching into his very soul and pulling out every feeling he’d ever had.

“Did you know?” Ben asked, his voice wavering in Wil’s ear.

“No. I had no idea.” He pressed a quick kiss to Wil’s mouth. “It must be fate.”

They held each other close, swaying gently. When the song ended, they cheered and clapped loudly.

“Taylor was right. I love that song,” Ben told him.

“Me too,” Wil agreed, loving how Ben’s eyes lit up with happiness.

“I’m so glad I let Emory talk me into going to that party,” Ben said. Wil’s attention was solely on the man in his arms. He was faintly aware of the next song starting, but he desperately wished they were anywhere else.

“I’m glad too. I must thank him next time I see him.”

“I know we’ve talked about seeing where this goes, but I feel this could be a long-haul type of deal.”

“You might be right,” Wil agreed, before kissing him again.

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