Snippet #2822627

The flirty side of Victor was one Theo never expected to see, but very much enjoyed. He even dared to say he took almost as much pleasure from it as he did from the reddening cheeks. Even in his tipsy state, he could tell the effects of the alcohol were wearing off on Victor, to the point where they were both on the same level of no-quite-drunk but also not sober. Victor’s comment about whether Theo enjoyed undressing him or not didn’t warrant a response, but the younger man chose to give it anyway. ”Like it? Hmm...perhaps I do.” the subtle smile still tugged at Theo’s lips as he glanced over at Vic. Being this close without having their lips intertwined, Theo could take note of the shades of seafoam and gold blended perfectly within Victor’s gaze. It was something he’d noticed before, but never this intimately.

Pulling himself away from his own thoughts, Theo focused on the clothing items in front of him. The urge to tease piping up as soon as Vic mentioned not being sent home yet. ”Well if you’d rather go home, I can ask someone to drive you.” Theo’s offer wasn’t one he planned on carrying out, not unless Victor himself asked go be taken home. Considering how comfortable the man had grown around Theo within the past couple of hours, Theo could safely say he wouldn’t be hearing that request. He chose to ignore the fact that the thought of Victor going home now would leave him very disappointed and perhaps a bit lonely.

While browsing, Theo did manage to come across a couple of clothing items that would fit Vic. Just as he’d done that night in his office after the rookie had been shot, Theo handed him a comfortable pair of sweatpants and plain t-shirt. This was typically what he wore himself to lounge around the house, only shedding his shirt when it was time for bed. He didn’t offer to help with undressing again, not wanting to give Victor the idea that Theo only wanted him here to get him into his bed. Despite the physical attraction and how easily Theo could sleep with Victor right then and there, he also did genuinely enjoy his presence. Sex was welcomed, but not Theo’s primary goal. Not with Victor anyway.

Turning back to his closet, Theo grabbed his favorite pair of gray sweats, letting Vic know he’d be going into the bathroom to change in order to give the guy some privacy. He wouldn’t be far, the bathroom door only a couple of steps to the right of his closet. The lights came to life on their own as Theo stepped inside, allowing him to catch his own reflection for the first time since he’d left his apartment that morning. The pink tint adorning his cheeks was much more subtle than it felt. The beat of the alcohol made his ears burn more than he’d like them to. Even the coolness of the room wasn’t enough. Theo quickly began to shed his clothing, taking off everything including boxers. It was only when he pulled on his sweats that he realized he’d forgotten to grab a shirt.

Though unsure of how long he’d been in the bathroom, Theo figured it had at least been long enough for Victor to finish changing. He gathered his clothes from the ground, tossing them into the hamper near his door on his way out to fetch a t-shirt. Though if he was being honest, the cool breeze from the vent hitting his skin felt too good to cover up with fabric. Perhaps Victor wouldn’t mind if Theo decided to forgo the shirt for now. ”Pardon me, i left my shirt” he announced just before stepping out of the bathroom and into the room where he’d left Vic.