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Nico hugged Jace and found his lips as they held on to each other.

“Take your shower, Jace.”

Jace walked to the bathroom and ran the water, then stepped into the stall. He lathered up and scrubbed every inch of his body while thinking about Nico’s cock. He never thought Nico could be this hot in bed. He wondered why they didn’t connect sooner.

Chapter Eighteen

Nico

Nico leaned back in the van’s worn seat, excitement bubbling up inside him. Tonight was going to be a blast. He listened as Mark and Sammie chatted about their plans for the night at the club. Jace sat beside him, tapping out a rhythm on his knee. Nico leaned over and kissed Jace on the cheek.

“Hey, Nico. Can’t wait to check this place out,” Mark said. “Heard the music is top-notch.”

Sammie nodded. “Yeah, and the vibe is supposed to be amazing. We need a night to just let loose.”

Nico grinned, feeling the energy of his bandmates. “It’s going to be epic. Let’s just enjoy ourselves and forget about everything else for a while.”

They piled out of the van and made their way into the club. As soon as they stepped inside, they were hit by a wave of sound—a pulsating beat that vibrated through the floor and into their bones. The lights flickered in time with the music, casting a kaleidoscope of colors over the crowd.

Nico took it all in, the thrum of the bass, the laughter, and the sense of freedom that filled the space. He turned to Jace, a mischievous glint in his eye. “Wanna dance?”

Jace chuckled and nodded. “Yes.”

They made their way to the dance floor, losing themselves in the music. Nico felt the beat guide his movements, each step in sync with Jace. They danced for what felt like hours, wrapped in the moment’s euphoria. At one point, a man approached Nico, asking to dance. Nico politely declined, not wanting to break the connection he had with Jace.

Nico looked at Jace, a smile playing on his lips. He watched as Jace’s face lit up under the soft glow of the bar’s lights. After dancing to what felt like a hundred songs, they finally escaped the pulsating crowd to a quiet corner of the club. “I’m really enjoying this. Just being here with you.”

Jace nodded, his face glowing with happiness. “Me too. It’s been a while since I’ve felt this relaxed.”

The hum of laughter and music faded into a comfortable backdrop as Nico ordered a couple of beers, feeling a warmth spread through him. They were finally together as a couple, and it felt right.

“So, where do you want to go on our next vacation?” Jace asked, leaning back in his chair, a playful glint in his eye.

Nico grinned. “I was thinking somewhere tropical. Maybe Hawaii?”

Jace’s face broke into a broad smile. “Hawaii sounds perfect! Just us, the beach, and nothing but time to relax. I want some serious beach time with you.”

Nico could easily picture it—the two of them lounging under palm trees, the sound of waves crashing in the background, nothing to worry about except which cocktail to try next. “I can already see us sipping drinks on the beach,” he said, his excitement bubbling over. “What’s your ideal beach day?”

“Definitely sleeping in, then grabbing breakfast and heading straight to the shore. I want to build sandcastles and swim until we’re too tired to move,” Jace replied, his eyes shining. “Then, maybe a sunset hike? I’ve heard the views are incredible.”

Nico nodded enthusiastically, picturing their adventure. “That sounds amazing. And I’ll bring my camera to capture every moment.”

Just then, an old friend of Jace’s approached the table, his confident stride catching Nico’s attention. Jace’s expression shifted slightly, but he maintained his smile. “Hey, Randy! What’s up?” Jace greeted him.

Randy’s gaze flicked between them with his eyebrows raised. “I didn’t know you were up here. Are you free when the club closes?”

Nico felt a tension prick at the edges of the conversation. Jace straightened, his demeanor shifting to something protective. “No, I’m not,” he said. “This is Nico, my boyfriend.”

Nico watched as Jace’s words hung in the air, a declaration of their bond. The guy’s expression changed, surprised, but Jace continued, “We don’t share.” The old Jace would have met the guy in a stall in the bathroom. Finally, he was maturing and leaving behind his wild selfish ways just as he said he was. It reaffirmed the wait for Jace was worth it. At an earlier time, this would not have ended well. He knew Jace was perfect for him, but he was much younger than Nico. Patience would go a long way and had all these years.

Nico held his breath, a mixture of pride and affection swelling inside him. He could see Jace’s confidence in standing his ground, and it made his heart race. The other guy nodded slowly, a hint of disappointment crossing his features before he offered a tight smile. “Nice to meet you, Nico,” he said, before turning and walking away.

“Wow, that was intense,” Nico said, once they were alone again.

Jace laughed lightly, shaking off the encounter. “Yeah, but I meant what I said. I’m all in with you, Nico. I made my promises to you.”

Nico smiled, feeling lighter than ever. “And I’m all in with you.”

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