[One shot] The Sand Master (2/2)
Title: The Sand Master
Pairing: Juntoshi, Aimiya, Sho/Nishikido Ryo
Words: ~15k
Warning: some tiny misunderstandings, explicit (AC)
Summary: Jun was brought to a beautiful beach in Okinawa for a week-long vacation with Aiba as the mastermind. There, he met with mysterious sand sculptures, his past and lost love, and finally finding a love himself that will change his future. A turtle is also making an appearance.
Part 1
Jun felt unsettled, he didn’t know what to do so he went towards the main building to make use of the gym. On his way to the building he saw the mound of sand was back in the middle of the garden but he just went passed it without a second glance, failing to see a sculpture shaped like him, among other smaller sculptures. After tiring himself for hours inside the gym, Jun went to the beach, trying to clear his mind with some surfing. He was really frustrated when he was failing badly at it, especially since it was one of his favourite sport, so he decided to quit it.
Then without thinking much further, Jun decided to spend the entire evening at the bar. He lost count on how many glasses of beer he consumed. He wanted to get drunk and forget his encounter with Sho but why he wasn’t drunk yet?
Late into the night he saw Nino replacing the current bartender named Inoo. So, Nino is a bartender? Jun’s hazy mind asked.
“Matsumoto-san. You already drank too much.” Was what Nino said when Jun had asked for another drink.
“Yeah, Jun. You’re drunk already. Come now,” said Aiba who appeared magically beside him tried to haul him out, but when Jun saw Ryo and Sho entering the bar, he sat down again refused to budge.
Aiba gave up then and he let Jun be. Nino gave him ice water instead of beer. Jun gave him a look but he drank it nevertheless. It made him sober a little. Aiba stayed at the counter beside Jun since Nino wasn’t able to leave his job to dance with him. Out of the corner of his eyes, Jun saw that Sho and Ryo were dancing in each other arms. Jun wanted to puke seeing them out there. He should go out but Jun didn’t want to give the satisfaction to Ryo since Ryo had noticed him there. Jun wanted to show him that he wasn’t affected by their display of affection.
Someone sat beside him. Jun turned his head to find Ohno in a white shirt and dark pant that hugged his legs, looking at him soothingly. Immediately Jun felt his anger dissipating.
“You want to dance?” Ohno asked quietly. Somehow, Jun agreed in an instant.
Ohno stood in front of him and slipped his hands behind Jun’s waist. Jun felt a little awkward. He wasn’t a dancer and he was afraid to embarrass Ohno. Ohno, perhaps sensing his awkwardness smiled at him before he began to sway. Jun followed suit. He was a little tipsy but the swaying was easy for him to copy. From the corner of his eyes, he saw Aiba and Nino grinning at him, encouraging him.
“Let’s show them who got the better catch.” Jun was confused at first with Ohno’s words but then his eyes widened when Ohno started pressing his body against him and dancing seductively for everyone to see. Jun stiffened for a second before he followed Ohno’s flow. Ohno caught Jun’s hands in his and put them on his waist while he grinded against his crotch.
Ohno’s hands went up and down on Jun’s chest in a rubbing motion and he changed direction and twirled Jun, before doing a full-blown dance with Jun as the centre. The erotic dance caught everyone’s attention, including Sho and Ryo’s who broke apart after being shoved by other bar patrons who made way for Ohno and Jun’s dance.
Jun was having fun. He didn’t realize that there was only them who were on the dance floor. He didn’t know that Ohno could be this good. Both of them were panting by the end of the third song. Ohno was holding tightly onto his waist, catching his breath. His cheeks were flushed and in the slight light inside the bar Jun found him attractive. Jun couldn’t help touching his cheek. In that moment, Jun wasn’t sure who started it but they were kissing. Ohno fitting right inside his arms.
They broke apart when they heard cat-calling and whistling. Jun was flushed as well as Ohno. With a look as a signal, both of them were out of the bar in an instant. Just as they left the door, they stopped in their tracks with their fingers in each other’s hands, staring at each other.
Jun was about to pull his hand away when Ohno grabbed him firmly and pulled him towards the beach. The sound of waves and smooth breeze greeted them. Jun felt so awaken, not feeling tipsy any longer.
“Wait here,” Ohno told him. Confusedly, Jun sat alone on top on the sand and watched Ohno’s figure getting lost in the shadow.
Ohno came back with a pail containing some tools Jun usually saw being used in construction or something. Jun recognized that pail. So Ohno was the one he bumped into before? Before he could raise the question though, Ohno had started piling the sand in front of them. Jun just watched him dumbly.
After Ohno managed to gather a lot of sand, he began to shape it. Then Jun realized something.
“You’re the ‘Sand Man’?!” exclaimed Jun in shock. He never thought or suspected Ohno to be the one even with the ‘merman’ thing before.
Ohno looked at him in confusion before he continued shaping the sand.
“I’m still a human as far as I know.”
“No, I mean, you’re the sand sculptor. You’re the Sand Master!”
“You’re right I’m a sculptor but no, I’m not considered a master in it.”
“But if the sculptures I saw before were your doing then I consider you a master. They were so good!”
Even with the low light, Jun could see Ohno blushed adorably.
“Thank you.” Ohno mumbled to Jun, thanking him for the praise.
About an hour later, Ohno stopped to admire his work. Jun whistled. Ohno had made a male couple in half-body, dancing in each other arms.
Jun looked at Ohno enquiringly. “Are they us?”
“Yes.” Ohno said simply, his gaze went to Jun. Jun blushed to the tip of his ear. But apart from him being flustered that their dance was recreated using the sand by Ohno, Jun couldn’t help but be in awe with Ohno’s talent too.
Suddenly, a beer was shoved into his hands. They clinked and cheered together. In the few days he was here, Jun never thought to feel true joy by seeing a sculptor working in front of him in real time. This was a work of art and he appreciated it very much. And the thought of Sho and Ryo didn’t enter his mind in the moments he spent with Ohno wasn’t lost on him too.
Jun looked at Ohno beside him, admiring him. He flushed when he remembered their first kiss just now. Suddenly he wanted to ask about that.
“About that kiss…”
“What about it?” Ohno asked, looking at him calmly. Jun was nervous thinking that it might have meant nothing.
“I mean, I understand if it’s just a casual kiss since you know we just got to know each other and it might mean nothing…” Jun trailed. He wasn’t sure what to say anymore. He was afraid that he might be disappointed. Wait… Disappointed? He thought he said it was just a casual kiss?
“Do you want to mean it?”
“What?” Jun was confused.
“Do you want to get serious?”
Jun blinked at Ohno.
“Wait a minute. Ohno-san, we can’t possibly be serious if we just met each other a couple days ago… I mean it’s impossible, right?” Jun’s heart was thumping hard. Ohno couldn’t be implying that they hook up this fast, right?
“Is it?”
“Huh?”
“Impossible to you, I mean?”
“I…” Jun wasn’t sure. It might not be truly impossible, but he needed time to think to figure out his feelings. He couldn’t be that spontaneous and regret everything later, even though he wanted it. But did he want whatever they were having to end here though?
Ohno moved to capture Jun’s lips for chaste kiss. They broke apart. Jun was tense, staring at him with wide eyes but when he saw Ohno reaching to him again for the next kiss he closed his eyes, letting his body relax into the kiss. Ohno’s hand reached Jun’s head, tangling his fingers in Jun’s hair. Jun moaned when Ohno went deeper into the kiss.
Jun let go of his initial hesitation. He could blame his decision later by his tipsiness but this felt good, Ohno kissing him was so good, it made him forget things. He also liked the way Ohno led him in the kiss, like he commanded Jun to be pliant to him. Jun tilted his head when Ohno’s mouth travelled there, licking his Adam’s apple. In daze, he told himself, to hell to his determination not to rush anything. He should enjoy this feeling of happiness even for a brief moment.
Ohno’s hand crept under Jun’s shirt. Jun’s body arched when Ohno’s hand travelled to the sensitive skin on his upper hips. A few minutes later Jun found himself on his back, the sculpture Ohno made just now was destroyed by their intense make out.
Jun felt Ohno’s sandy hand reach inside his boxers and tease his cock. Jun gasped, feeling the course sand prickling him and they broke apart to catch some air. Panting, they stared at each other, eyes dark with lust.
“Follow me,” Ohno whispered huskily, his eyes seemed to be begging him. Jun understood and he followed Ohno readily.
Ohno led him into the main building. They climbed the stairs to the top floor, forgoing the lift. Ohno inserted a key card and opened the door. The inside was like a private apartment, a simple but liveable one.
“This is my place,” Ohno declared.
“Your place?”
Jun couldn’t appreciate the place further when Ohno pulled him in for another kiss. Then they broke apart when they realized that they were both covered in sand. Giggling, Ohno pulled Jun into the bathroom. They stripped in record time.
They kissed under the shower, lathering soap on each other’s nude body. Coarse sand gathered under their feet. Suddenly Ohno got down on his knees, stroking Jun’s half-hard cock into full hardness. He gave it a lick before plunging the cock inside his mouth fully. Jun groaned in pleasure. Ohno seemed very good, sucking him, and licking the vein along his cock, making Jun lose himself in the pleasure. Under Ohno’s ministrations Jun came with a shout.
Ohno got up and kissed him, letting Jun taste his own cum. It was hot.
“I want you,” Ohno whispered hoarsely into Jun’s ear. Jun nodded, still in his post orgasmic haze. The prospect of possible regret had been pushed to the back of his mind. Certainly, there was no way back after this but he didn’t care. Ohno made him feel good about himself. He felt wanted.
Jun let Ohno push him flat onto the tiled wall for more kisses. He groaned when Ohno’s finger intruded him.
“Is it painful?” Ohno asked, a slight worry etched on his lust-filled face.
Jun shook his head. It had been a while already but with sufficient preparation he could take a finger or two. Ohno used more lotion to ease his fingers in. After three fingers were added, Jun moaned for more.
“Ohno…” He mewled when Ohno found his prostate.
Hooking one of Jun’s leg onto his waist, Ohno pushed forward when Jun was ready to receive him. Jun arched back, closing his eyes tightly. His mouth opened in a gasp. Ohno wasn’t small and he was greatly aware how the cock was filling him fully.
“Move…” Jun begged after he felt he was ready for more.
Ohno complied. He thrust forward at a slow pace. Jun squeezed the firm buttocks to hint for Ohno to go faster. Ohno picked up the rhythm as he went in and out of Jun as fast as he could.
They got lost in their passion, warm water was streaming down Ohno’s back, part of it splashed onto Jun’s body too. Ohno pumped Jun’s cock in tandem with his thrusts.
Jun spilled for the second time that night, Ohno followed much later, filling Jun up.
Jun’s legs nearly gave way when Ohno pull out but Ohno managed to hold Jun from dropping onto the slippery floor.
After cleaning up, they towelled. Ohno led him to his bed with towels hanging on their hips.
“Do you usually have sex with people you’ve just knew?” Jun asked all of a sudden.
“No. Just you.”
Somehow, it made Jun smile. Ohno could be lying for all he knew but at that time he was too sated and tired, he just wanted to sleep. Just wearing boxers curtesy of Ohno, Jun slipped into a contented sleep on Ohno’s bed.
Jun woke up the next day feeling fresh, albeit receiving slight protest from his muscles as he moved. He looked around to find Ohno in his boxers, nursing a cup of coffee.
“Morning.” Ohno said before he sat beside Jun, giving him a peck on the cheek. Jun blushed, remembering what happened between them last night.
“Want some breakfast?” Ohno gestured outside the bedroom. From the open door, Jun could smell fresh bread.
Jun winced slightly, giving away the feeling of soreness from his hips and below. Ohno stopped in concern.
“Was I too rough last night?”
Jun looked at Ohno. “No, not so much Ohno-san, don’t worry. It’s just, it’s been a while for me.”
“Oh okay,” Ohno said, giving Jun no indication on how he felt when Jun was still calling him politely, even after last night.
Ohno led Jun towards his kitchen. Jun looked around, appreciating the simple but practical decoration. Jun didn’t ask Ohno how come he was allowed an apartment in the resort’s main building. He suspected something but he kept mum about it. He didn’t know why either. Perhaps, his mind was much more occupied by their sudden sex last night.
They ate in silence. Suddenly everything turned awkward.
“Um, so… what happens after this?” Jun asked, hiding his nervousness to hear what answer Ohno might give him.
“After this?” Ohno tore his eyes away from his bread to look at Jun.
“Yeah… you and me… will this just be a one time thing?… I mean you can tell me if it ends here or we could… I don’t know…” Jun was rambling. Even if he didn’t really expect anything out of this but strangely he felt sad thinking that whatever they had might end now. He hoped for something more but he couldn’t make a decision, it all depend on Ohno’s answer.
“What do you want?” Ohno asked instead. Jun felt sinking feelings in the pit of his stomach. He didn’t like the question. He felt that Ohno might not want anything more with him if he asked that question. It didn’t occur to him that Ohno just want to confirm with him. But Jun liked to be given straight answer rather than beating around the bush. A sudden irritation came to him when he felt that Ohno might only use him for easy fuck. He forgot that he gave his consent too.
“I asked you…” Jun reminded him, feeling his nerves came back.
Ohno stared at him for a while, his expression didn’t reveal his feelings. “I’m okay with anything,” Ohno said after a moment. The answer was too open.
“Really…” Jun’s head dropped automatically as a respond. Confusion invaded him when he found himself feeling disappointed with Ohno’s answer. He was disappointed that Ohno wasn’t firm with him. But he reminded himself in his mind that they were not an item, that they were two strangers that met for a brief moment of pleasure, therefore Ohno wasn’t wrong in telling him that. He shouldn’t be feeling what he was feeling right now and yet he wasn’t satisfied with Ohno’s answer. In a way too, that answer gave him a hope he shouldn’t be clinging to.
This isn’t right, he told himself. He isn’t ready either, he added more. But his heart was betraying his mind. His heart told him that he didn’t want this to end, that he wanted more. Realizing what he said to himself, he suddenly got up. His body was trembling, rattled by the discovery of his own desire.
“I think I better go…” Jun said instead, feeling agitated.
Ohno looked at him with a startled face.
Jun looked around to find his clothes but then he remembered that his clothes from last night were dirty. He couldn’t go outside in just his boxers.
“Umm can I borrow your T-shirt?” It was shameful but he needed to ask Ohno for a last favour.
“Sure.” Ohno, who looked confused with Jun’s decision to leave him all of the sudden, gave him his clothes. They were a bit too tight for Jun’s taste but whatever.
Jun rushed to his room and locked himself inside. He rubbed his face, trying to calm his confused mind.
His vacation would end in a few days. Perhaps he should avoid Ohno.
*
For two whole days, Jun was avoiding places where he might find Ohno. The afternoon before Jun’s last night at the resort, Jun met Nino, bartending. Aiba wasn’t there since he wanted to prepare for their mini barbeque which would start when Nino got off work early at 9 PM. Someone thankfully could replace his shift.
“He missed you, you know.” Nino told him, his hands were busy handling the drink.
“Who?” Jun asked, pretending to not understand but he sensed his body tensing. They haven’t seen each other for what? Just two days. Weren’t they just a casual fling?
“It’s the first time I heard him mentioning a man’s name. Usually he keeps quiet, even with his past boyfriends so I guess you’ve made an impression on him.”
Just how did Nino know Ohno? Oh yeah, Jun just found out that Ohno Satoshi, the sculptor and the fisherman was actually the owner of the resort. Jun face-palmed himself. The apartment upstairs was a giveaway after all but he was so stupid, he didn’t suspect that he would be involved with the owner of the resort.
Hearing the mention about Ohno’s past boyfriends wasn’t a relieving thought for him. Even when Nino had told him that he was the only one that Ohno had mentioned particularly to Nino, it didn’t make him happy. After all they only had one fuck. And besides, Ohno could easily find other people to sleep with after Jun left. Ohno was a good-looking guy and had the wealth to catch young guys’ heart. He had the strength, Jun kept being reminded how Ohno’s strong arms were holding him during their passionate union. But that strong arms might be used to hold other men too, not just him.
Jun sighed, feeling stupider the further his thought went.
The fact that Ohno was missing him was forgotten when he drowned himself in the most unimportant thoughts.
*
“Jun.”
Jun tensed. It was Ryo. He was contemplating whether to turn around or run but his feet were rooted firmly on the ground. So, he guessed that he needed to face his ex after all.
He waited until Ryo approached him.
“What do you want Ryo?” Jun held his tongue from spitting at him.
“Sho told me about meeting you,” Ryo said. There was no suspicion in his eyes but Jun could’ve been fooled.
“So? You’re afraid that I’ll steal him from you?” Jun provoked.
“Jun. Please.” Ryo shook his head.
“Just say it Ryo, I don’t have much time for your gloating.”
“Gloating? Gloating about what? Jun, I think you’re misunderstanding something.”
Jun glared at him. Ryo looked the same, just as good looking as when he last saw him, only that he had a much more radiating complexion, and Jun was jealous of his happiness.
“Jun, Sho told me that you thought we broke up because I was cheating on you.”
“Wasn’t it?” Jun asked.
“No, as I told you before, we’re not meant to be-“
“That’s what you keep telling me.” Jun cut him off, his anger rising.
“Yes, but it’s true. I think you already sensed it yourself. We drifted apart without us knowing it and you know our relationship can’t survive when we’re not being honest to ourselves…”
“But we’d been together for four years, I thought-“
“-that we’d last forever? That’s not realistic Jun. You were unhappy with me, I was beginning to feel that months before we broke up…” Ryo explained in earnest.
“That’s not true…” Jun retorted, but with less bite when Ryo’s words started to sink into his head.
“Jun, ask yourself whether you want to believe that then you’ll find the answer. Anyway, today is our final day here and I’ve to say my goodbye to you.”
Ryo looked like he wanted to walk away just like that but he didn’t, his brows scrunching in deep thought. Jun was just looking at him, quietly expecting him to speak, to hear more explanation.
Ryo stared at Jun, his gaze softened making him look beautiful. It reminded Jun why he had fallen for Ryo before.
“For the record, I didn’t cheat on you. I never cheated on you. I met Sho after we broke up and then just last week he asked me to be his boyfriend. So he’s got nothing to do with our problem. What happened to us was in the past. I’m finding my happiness and I’m sure you already found your own happiness, if the kiss at the bar was any indication.” Ryo winked at him.
Jun wanted to retort that Ryo misunderstood about him and Ohno’s relationship, and he wanted to scold Ryo for dragging Ohno into their matter, but he didn’t. Instead, Jun blushed. He found that his mouth felt heavy, like a rock being put inside it, preventing him to speak. Besides, it would be much better not to say anything right now to keep himself from further embarrassment.
Ryo smiled at Jun’s attempt to stay cool. Unexpectedly, Ryo put his hand on Jun’s shoulder, squeezing it a little. “We’ve great time together and I treasured all those times in my heart. Unfortunately, we can’t stay together. I did it for you. I saw that you need someone who can love you, supported you and let you spread your wings the way that you wanted to. And I’m sorry I couldn’t be that person and I’m sure that deep in your heart you know it too.”
Jun blinked at Ryo. He was reminded of the times they bickered even with the tiniest of issues in which were a lot. They loved each other but unfortunately, love couldn’t help both of them. They were too jealous and clingy. It was apparent how their too similar traits weren’t the best combination.
And Jun finally understood. It seemed that Ryo could see that.
“I hope that we can meet again next time on better term.” Ryo bade him goodbye with a weak smile.
Jun watched him go with tears on his face. He felt the resentment that had been clouding him had been washed away with Ryo’s words. He realized that he couldn’t blame Ryo for what had happened to their relationship. He was a part of the problem too and he was too stubborn to see it before. He regretted it. He wished that he could say he was sorry too but it was too late, Ryo was already gone from his sight. As Ryo had said, perhaps they could meet again next time. He hoped so and this time he genuinely meant it.
*
There were no sand sculptures to be found anywhere when Jun tried to find one. Jun even peeked at the garden to see whether there was one too. Unfortunately, there was only a flat sand to be found and Jun was greatly disappointed.
Whatever the sculpture that was left on the garden before had been destroyed without him having a chance to see it. Did Ohno stopped building them? Jun felt guilty. Perhaps it was his fault. Jun wondered whether Ohno really had lost his muse in sculpturing because of him. It truly bothered him.
Since it was the last night of his vacation, Jun figured he should go to the place where Ohno had brought him that time, ditching his initial plan to join Aiba and Nino for the barbeque. In actuality, he was embarrassed to meet Ohno again but he needed to see him. But unpleasant thoughts invaded him. What if Ohno didn’t want to see him anymore? What if Ohno told him to go away? But his feet moved on their own.
As expected Ohno was there, just drinking alone in his hut. There was a lone light powered by battery hanging on the shack, illuminating the place.
Jun found himself hesitating but he braced himself.
“Hey, I haven’t seen you in a while.”
Ohno, who seemed to be lost in thought, was startled when he saw Jun.
“Yeah… I’m just… busy...” he said after he recovered from the shock, eyes not meeting Jun.
“Busy?” Jun arched his eyebrows.
Jun sat beside him. Taking Ohno’s beer, he gulped the drink. Ohno stared at his sudden empty hand. Jun blushed when he realized what he was doing. It showed how Jun was really nervous especially when his nerves made him do weird thing, like snatching Ohno’s drink without permission. Fortunately, Ohno didn’t seem to be angry at Jun’s manner.
Jun took deep breath and exhaled it silently to calm his nerve. “I’m sorry I walked out on you like that…” Jun broke the silence.
“It’s my fault for not stopping you…” Ohno said afterward. Ohno’s answer made Jun’s heart raced. He found himself hoping.
“Did you want to stop me?” Jun turned his face towards Ohno, wanting to see Ohno’s reaction to the question. There was shadow on Ohno’s face when he looked down.
Ohno went quiet for a while, watching his fingers playing with each other. The chirping of cicadas was drowned by the loud beating of Jun’s heart in his ears.
“I guess I’m just slow in reacting…” Ohno finally opened his mouth.
Ohno’s answer made Jun smiled in relief. At least the answer wasn’t that bad to take when he expected the worst. So, Jun tried to gauge more.
“Ninomiya told me that you missed me. Is it true?”
Ohno looked at Jun, they locked eyes. Suddenly, Ohno reached for Jun’s hand and held it.
“What if I say yes?” There was a genuine sparkle in Ohno’s eyes that made Jun’s heart jump.
“Then, I’ll say that I’m happy.” Jun said, staring back at Ohno, liking how Ohno’s face light up in front of his eyes.
“What do you want me to do, Jun?” Ohno was calling him by his given name without hesitation and it made Jun happy with the intimacy it gave him.
“Kiss me?” Jun dared.
Ohno smiled. Jun could see relief on Ohno’s face and it made Jun’s heart beat faster than ever. Ohno touched Jun’s face before he brought his mouth towards him.
Jun sighed into the kiss. He was relieved that they had made up. What made him even more happier was their discovery of liking each other beyond a simple fling. And it gave him hope for the future. Even though they needed to talk more about what they wanted in their relationship, but it could wait. These kisses were too good to be ignored.
He felt Ohno starting to touch him further and Jun went pliant under Ohno’s touches.
Ohno laid Jun inside the shack. They resumed the kisses that became more passionate as the time passed. In the back of Jun’s mind, he was afraid of someone else stumbling upon them making out intensely since they were literally out in the open. But he threw caution to the wind when Ohno started to slip his calloused fingers under his boxers to pump his cock.
Jun didn’t realize that he was naked from the waist down until he saw Ohno engulfing his cock in his mouth. Jun mewled, his arousal was at its peak and before long he came in waves of pleasure.
“I don’t have lube here…” Ohno mumbled to him when he came up to Jun. Jun could see how his face fell in disappointment. Jun felt an immense affection for this man, he felt that he didn’t want to disappoint him.
“Do you want to do it?” Jun asked bluntly.
“Then, take me.”
Ohno stared at him, trying to figure out whether Jun was serious or not.
Jun was aware that it could be painful and uncomfortable without lubricant, but he just felt that he wanted to be one with Ohno, no matter what. His desire for this man was too great to ignore.
“You don’t mind? I don’t want to hurt you.” The look of hope on Ohno’s face was adorable, Jun couldn’t deny him.
With a smile, Jun got up and kneeled. Jun could see how Ohno’s cock was straining inside his pants so he removed Ohno’s pants to release the hard cock. Giving himself a more comfortable position, he sucked his own fingers and with the slick saliva he reached his bottom to prepare himself. Ohno watched him interestedly, his pupils filling up his eyes in lust.
When Jun was panting and groaning, Ohno pounced on him making Jun fall on his back. There was a look of impatience on Ohno’s face. Jun giggled, holding Ohno at arm length by placing his palm on Ohno’s chest, denying him from getting any closer. Ohno gave him a confused look. Jun’s mouth turned into a playful smirk.
“Let me ride you.” Jun declared.
Ohno was surprised but his face lightened up in agreement. Ohno pulled Jun to him for a fervent kiss and Jun ended up straddling him.
Eventually, Ohno was on his back. Jun rubbed his hands on Ohno’s chest, making Ohno’s T-shirt hiked up until the hardened nipples were revealed. Jun lowered his body to reach the nipples, his tongue played with them making Ohno whimpered. Ohno’s breaths turned laboured when Jun’s hands travelled lower, tracing the taut muscles lining Ohno’s stomach, feeling them contracted beneath his hands.
Ohno grabbed his butt cheeks, squeezing them. Jun looked up to see desperation on Ohno’s eyes, telling Jun that he had enough foreplay. Jun smirked. Wanting for a friction, Jun undulating his hips, making both of their exposed hard cocks slid against each other deliciously. They moaned together.
Ohno stopped Jun suddenly. Jun blinked at him, wondering what was up. But he didn’t need to worry for anything when Ohno just want him to take off his shirt. Jun complied and it ended up flying to the ground.
Without nothing else to hinder their love making, Jun bent forward to catch Ohno for a quick kiss before he straightened up and grabbed Ohno’s cock in his hand. After spreading the precum onto the length, he pumped it until it turned angry purple, ready for further action. Jun positioned it on his entrance, teasing it a few times around his hole making Ohno whined in protest. It made Jun grinned. With one hand bracing himself on Ohno’s toned stomach, Jun lowered himself inches by inches until Ohno was fully sheathed inside him.
Jun sighed, he bit his lips feeling the fullness. Rubbing his hand on Ohno’s chest, Jun moved slowly. Eventually, they found their rhythm, giving each other’s pleasure, their act was open to be seen by anyone who might stumble upon them.
*
Jun heard a knock on his door when he was busy packing his bag. Aiba had been dragged outside by Nino for a certain ‘personal time’, therefore he couldn’t help Jun to open the door. He strode to the door and opened it to reveal Ohno leaning against the wall beside the door frame. Jun automatically smiled and let Ohno in. Ohno sat at the edge of the bed quietly, rubbing his shoulder absent-mindedly.
Jun smiled to himself when the silence stretched, only his movements could be heard inside the room. But Jun wasn’t feeling any awkwardness, he’d accepted Ohno’s quietness fully. Clearly their increasing intimacy had brought calmness to Jun’s state of mind and he was liking it a lot.
Pulling the zip of his bag to a close, Jun heaved a satisfied breath because he managed to fit everything inside. It was a normal thing for him that his travel bag would be heavier on the last day than on the first day. He turned his gaze towards Ohno who was following his every movement as Jun got up and sat beside him. He pulled out his phone and with a hand gesture he asked for Ohno’s phone too. When Ohno gave him his phone without any words, Jun grabbed it and exchanged their contact details. Jun was wondering why they didn’t do it earlier.
“You’re going to contact me?” asked Jun, giving the phone back to its owner. Ohno received it, opened his phone and checked the entered number. The way he asked was casual. Although he could barely hide the hope in his voice, he didn’t want to put pressure on Ohno. He couldn’t really tell whether their relationship could survive the distance since it would be the obvious barrier, but he was hoping for the best compromise.
Ohno gave a hum as a response. And Jun wasn’t disappointed this time. It was enough for now. They needed to see if their new-found relationship has any meaning or not. Jun felt like he was ready for a new relationship although talking about love was pretty early for them. They could take each step slowly before they want to talk about it.
They fell back into a silence. Then suddenly Ohno broke it.
“If I asked you to stay here, would you do it?”
Jun chuckled good-heartedly, thinking that Ohno might be joking. “My holiday is ending today, I can’t-“
But Ohno was not laughing.
“That’s not what I mean…” Ohno looked serious.
Jun’s heart began to race. If Ohno was saying what he thought he was saying, then Jun didn’t know what the answer would be.
Ohno grabbed Jun’s hands. He stared at him directly in the eyes.
“I mean… I want you to stay here… with me…”
“Ohno-kun… I have a job in Tokyo… I couldn’t…”
“But you can quit your job and work with me…”
Jun stiffened. It was such a tempting proposition but he had to disappoint Ohno. It was too sudden.
“I can’t…I’m sorry…” It was a big decision to leave a career he was trying to build for a man he’d been involved with for just a few days. What if Ohno got bored of him and left him? He could be left with nothing if that happened, he thought. Jun couldn’t help being pessimistic.
Ohno couldn’t hide his disappointment. It was too open on his face. Jun felt like he wanted to say yes and make Ohno smile but their circumstances didn’t allow him to say yes. He wasn’t a spontaneous person either, that was Aiba.
“Come to Tokyo anytime. We can meet again.” Jun proposed instead.
“But I don’t want that.” The answer was immediate, Jun didn’t know what to say because it shocked him.
“Okay… Well… I guess… it ends here-“ Jun stuttered, sadness began to invade him. The decision had to be made. It was probably for the best.
“What do you mean?” Ohno frowned, he seemed pretty confused with Jun’s words.
“Aren’t you saying that you don’t want to see me anymore? So obviously whatever we have, has to end here-“ Jun answered, he began to feel the confusion too.
“No!” It startled Jun.
“Wha-?“
“Don’t think I’m not serious about you.” Ohno stared into his eyes intensely. Jun blinked.
“I like you a lot and I don’t want you too far away from me. That’s why I’m asking you to stay and we can run this resort together.”
Jun was speechless. Ohno’s words made his heart excited.
Running the resort together? He took a deep breath, carefully juggling his answer inside his mind. It was really tempting.
“Please give me time to think.” Jun eventually said, he didn’t want to feel the regret of refusing too early. He swore he would think about it.
“Okay.” Ohno agreed readily.
It was enough for now.
They heard the squeak of door and saw that both Aiba and Nino were spying on them. They fell forward in a heap when Jun told them to reveal themselves.
*
Ohno and Nino waved at the taxi that took Jun and Aiba away until they disappeared. Jun felt his heart heavy with a certain sadness. He replayed Ohno’s words in his head.
Ohno wanted to be with him. If it was easy for him to make a decision, he could just throw everything away and say yes but he had a lot to think about, not just his own selfishness.
They got back into their mundane lives. Jun and Ohno exchanged texts every day and Jun would call him when he missed Ohno too much.
Jun blinked at the ceiling after a late-night call with Ohno where Ohno was just grunting answers. It was how it normally happened where Jun did most of the talking. Jun didn’t mind the response, because he started to understand that was just how Ohno was. He asked himself why he was so tolerable towards Ohno when he wasn’t with Ryo. He didn’t want to compare them but he felt Ohno was so different to him, but they fit each other like a glove.
He found that he didn’t want to lose that calmness, he didn’t want to lose Ohno.
He started to think about his future. Subconsciously he started planning, making queries about his job’s future, contemplating every pro and con in staying with the job. He subconsciously began imagining what it’s like to run a resort, being his own manager, when his current job wasn’t giving him enough satisfaction to be his own boss. He began to think of saying yes to Ohno. But he didn’t say it out loud to Ohno yet, because he wasn’t sure whether it was the right decision to make. He needed more time.
As Ohno had said, he didn’t visit him in Tokyo. Jun was hoping he would be willing to but Ohno stayed true to his words.
Then out of the blue - not that Jun wasn’t suspecting that it would eventually come to this - Aiba came to tell him some very shocking news. He would be quitting his job.
“Oh-chan is offering me a job in his resort. I’ll be moving there next week!” Aiba told him excitedly. Jun was staring blankly at him in shock.
Aiba and Nino’s relationship was pretty serious it seemed, thought Jun.
Losing Aiba around made Jun think a lot. He had made a decision. He needed to go to Okinawa again.
Jun couldn’t get a holiday since his department was swamped with new projects and he didn’t have time to talk to Ohno again. Ohno also didn’t contact him besides sending texts here and there.
After nearly a month of just texting, finally Jun managed to find time to call Ohno.
“I’m coming there next month.” That was all he told Ohno.
Jun was working hard to finish his job. He had also prepared his resignation letter and his apartment had been leased out on the day he went to Okinawa. Jun was hoping that it was the right decision and Ohno hadn’t changed his mind otherwise he was going to be screwed.
He had left everything for a person he’d just known for a few months. It was a big gamble but he was willing to take it.
Jun was pretty nervous when he reached the Yellow Sand Resort. He didn’t tell anyone, not even Ohno that he was coming that day. Aiba and Nino were so excited when they saw him at the front desk. It seemed that Aiba was manning it now, the Mizuhara girl was nowhere to be found. And Aiba looked good, the slight tan he was getting enhanced his good looks. Aiba had fit right in here like he had been born here.
Aiba told him that Ohno was in his room so Jun went upstairs nervously. After a few knocks, Jun was fidgeting on his feet when Ohno opened the door. His sleepy eyes went wide with shock. Jun opened his mouth to say ‘Hi’, but was prevented from doing so when Ohno greeted him with the most intense greeting kiss he’d ever had.
Clothes scattered around the house following that as they made love on Ohno’s bed. Their time apart was too much for them to handle, they want to make up for everything. After vigorous love making they were on their backs, sweating and panting.
“Hi.”
“Hi.” Jun chuckled, still gasping for air.
“Welcome back.”
“I’m back.”
Then they kissed again, this time they took their time to explore each other’s bodies. They got a lot of time to spend.
*
Jun woke up with a start to find he was alone on the bed. A beep on his phone indicated an incoming message.
‘Come out to the balcony’ The message told him. Frowning, he put down his phone, gathered the bedsheet to cover his lower naked half and walked outside to the balcony. He looked around before he looked down to the garden.
A sudden lumped lodged his throat. There were blocks of words made of sand that spelled ‘Stay with me?’ Ohno was standing beside the words, looking up at him with a hopeful face.
Jun bit back his smile and just stared at the words before he went inside the house coolly. He knew what his answer was going to be but he wanted to tease Ohno a little bit. Looking around for a while, he found Ohno’s drawing paper on the desk. Fetching it with a marker, he wrote a big capital ‘YES’ on it. He came back to the balcony, finding Ohno looking up with his cute frown.
Jun didn’t show his answer immediately, instead he asked loudly, “What do you want?”
“I want yes!” Ohno screamed back.
“But what is in for me?” Jun shouted back, biting his laughter.
“Errrr… me?...” Ohno answered, looking up at Jun anxiously, like he was afraid that he might screw this up. It was cute to Jun though.
“Hmmm… I need to think…” Jun scrunched his face, giving Ohno his mock thinking face.
“Jun~~” It made Ohno whined loudly.
Jun laughed. He reached for the drawing paper from behind and hold it for Ohno to see.
There was a moment when Ohno squinted his eyes to read the writing before he exploded into a squeal.
Jun’s heart was blooming when he saw Ohno jumping around in happiness, and he chuckled when Ohno accidentally destroyed part of the words on the sand when he stepped on them.
Jun cackled louder when he heard Ohno cursed.
If he asked himself whether he was happy at that time he would immediately say a resounding ‘Yes’ without hesitation, just like the answer he had written for Ohno.
Pairing: Juntoshi, Aimiya, Sho/Nishikido Ryo
Words: ~15k
Warning: some tiny misunderstandings, explicit (AC)
Summary: Jun was brought to a beautiful beach in Okinawa for a week-long vacation with Aiba as the mastermind. There, he met with mysterious sand sculptures, his past and lost love, and finally finding a love himself that will change his future. A turtle is also making an appearance.
Part 1
Jun felt unsettled, he didn’t know what to do so he went towards the main building to make use of the gym. On his way to the building he saw the mound of sand was back in the middle of the garden but he just went passed it without a second glance, failing to see a sculpture shaped like him, among other smaller sculptures. After tiring himself for hours inside the gym, Jun went to the beach, trying to clear his mind with some surfing. He was really frustrated when he was failing badly at it, especially since it was one of his favourite sport, so he decided to quit it.
Then without thinking much further, Jun decided to spend the entire evening at the bar. He lost count on how many glasses of beer he consumed. He wanted to get drunk and forget his encounter with Sho but why he wasn’t drunk yet?
Late into the night he saw Nino replacing the current bartender named Inoo. So, Nino is a bartender? Jun’s hazy mind asked.
“Matsumoto-san. You already drank too much.” Was what Nino said when Jun had asked for another drink.
“Yeah, Jun. You’re drunk already. Come now,” said Aiba who appeared magically beside him tried to haul him out, but when Jun saw Ryo and Sho entering the bar, he sat down again refused to budge.
Aiba gave up then and he let Jun be. Nino gave him ice water instead of beer. Jun gave him a look but he drank it nevertheless. It made him sober a little. Aiba stayed at the counter beside Jun since Nino wasn’t able to leave his job to dance with him. Out of the corner of his eyes, Jun saw that Sho and Ryo were dancing in each other arms. Jun wanted to puke seeing them out there. He should go out but Jun didn’t want to give the satisfaction to Ryo since Ryo had noticed him there. Jun wanted to show him that he wasn’t affected by their display of affection.
Someone sat beside him. Jun turned his head to find Ohno in a white shirt and dark pant that hugged his legs, looking at him soothingly. Immediately Jun felt his anger dissipating.
“You want to dance?” Ohno asked quietly. Somehow, Jun agreed in an instant.
Ohno stood in front of him and slipped his hands behind Jun’s waist. Jun felt a little awkward. He wasn’t a dancer and he was afraid to embarrass Ohno. Ohno, perhaps sensing his awkwardness smiled at him before he began to sway. Jun followed suit. He was a little tipsy but the swaying was easy for him to copy. From the corner of his eyes, he saw Aiba and Nino grinning at him, encouraging him.
“Let’s show them who got the better catch.” Jun was confused at first with Ohno’s words but then his eyes widened when Ohno started pressing his body against him and dancing seductively for everyone to see. Jun stiffened for a second before he followed Ohno’s flow. Ohno caught Jun’s hands in his and put them on his waist while he grinded against his crotch.
Ohno’s hands went up and down on Jun’s chest in a rubbing motion and he changed direction and twirled Jun, before doing a full-blown dance with Jun as the centre. The erotic dance caught everyone’s attention, including Sho and Ryo’s who broke apart after being shoved by other bar patrons who made way for Ohno and Jun’s dance.
Jun was having fun. He didn’t realize that there was only them who were on the dance floor. He didn’t know that Ohno could be this good. Both of them were panting by the end of the third song. Ohno was holding tightly onto his waist, catching his breath. His cheeks were flushed and in the slight light inside the bar Jun found him attractive. Jun couldn’t help touching his cheek. In that moment, Jun wasn’t sure who started it but they were kissing. Ohno fitting right inside his arms.
They broke apart when they heard cat-calling and whistling. Jun was flushed as well as Ohno. With a look as a signal, both of them were out of the bar in an instant. Just as they left the door, they stopped in their tracks with their fingers in each other’s hands, staring at each other.
Jun was about to pull his hand away when Ohno grabbed him firmly and pulled him towards the beach. The sound of waves and smooth breeze greeted them. Jun felt so awaken, not feeling tipsy any longer.
“Wait here,” Ohno told him. Confusedly, Jun sat alone on top on the sand and watched Ohno’s figure getting lost in the shadow.
Ohno came back with a pail containing some tools Jun usually saw being used in construction or something. Jun recognized that pail. So Ohno was the one he bumped into before? Before he could raise the question though, Ohno had started piling the sand in front of them. Jun just watched him dumbly.
After Ohno managed to gather a lot of sand, he began to shape it. Then Jun realized something.
“You’re the ‘Sand Man’?!” exclaimed Jun in shock. He never thought or suspected Ohno to be the one even with the ‘merman’ thing before.
Ohno looked at him in confusion before he continued shaping the sand.
“I’m still a human as far as I know.”
“No, I mean, you’re the sand sculptor. You’re the Sand Master!”
“You’re right I’m a sculptor but no, I’m not considered a master in it.”
“But if the sculptures I saw before were your doing then I consider you a master. They were so good!”
Even with the low light, Jun could see Ohno blushed adorably.
“Thank you.” Ohno mumbled to Jun, thanking him for the praise.
About an hour later, Ohno stopped to admire his work. Jun whistled. Ohno had made a male couple in half-body, dancing in each other arms.
Jun looked at Ohno enquiringly. “Are they us?”
“Yes.” Ohno said simply, his gaze went to Jun. Jun blushed to the tip of his ear. But apart from him being flustered that their dance was recreated using the sand by Ohno, Jun couldn’t help but be in awe with Ohno’s talent too.
Suddenly, a beer was shoved into his hands. They clinked and cheered together. In the few days he was here, Jun never thought to feel true joy by seeing a sculptor working in front of him in real time. This was a work of art and he appreciated it very much. And the thought of Sho and Ryo didn’t enter his mind in the moments he spent with Ohno wasn’t lost on him too.
Jun looked at Ohno beside him, admiring him. He flushed when he remembered their first kiss just now. Suddenly he wanted to ask about that.
“About that kiss…”
“What about it?” Ohno asked, looking at him calmly. Jun was nervous thinking that it might have meant nothing.
“I mean, I understand if it’s just a casual kiss since you know we just got to know each other and it might mean nothing…” Jun trailed. He wasn’t sure what to say anymore. He was afraid that he might be disappointed. Wait… Disappointed? He thought he said it was just a casual kiss?
“Do you want to mean it?”
“What?” Jun was confused.
“Do you want to get serious?”
Jun blinked at Ohno.
“Wait a minute. Ohno-san, we can’t possibly be serious if we just met each other a couple days ago… I mean it’s impossible, right?” Jun’s heart was thumping hard. Ohno couldn’t be implying that they hook up this fast, right?
“Is it?”
“Huh?”
“Impossible to you, I mean?”
“I…” Jun wasn’t sure. It might not be truly impossible, but he needed time to think to figure out his feelings. He couldn’t be that spontaneous and regret everything later, even though he wanted it. But did he want whatever they were having to end here though?
Ohno moved to capture Jun’s lips for chaste kiss. They broke apart. Jun was tense, staring at him with wide eyes but when he saw Ohno reaching to him again for the next kiss he closed his eyes, letting his body relax into the kiss. Ohno’s hand reached Jun’s head, tangling his fingers in Jun’s hair. Jun moaned when Ohno went deeper into the kiss.
Jun let go of his initial hesitation. He could blame his decision later by his tipsiness but this felt good, Ohno kissing him was so good, it made him forget things. He also liked the way Ohno led him in the kiss, like he commanded Jun to be pliant to him. Jun tilted his head when Ohno’s mouth travelled there, licking his Adam’s apple. In daze, he told himself, to hell to his determination not to rush anything. He should enjoy this feeling of happiness even for a brief moment.
Ohno’s hand crept under Jun’s shirt. Jun’s body arched when Ohno’s hand travelled to the sensitive skin on his upper hips. A few minutes later Jun found himself on his back, the sculpture Ohno made just now was destroyed by their intense make out.
Jun felt Ohno’s sandy hand reach inside his boxers and tease his cock. Jun gasped, feeling the course sand prickling him and they broke apart to catch some air. Panting, they stared at each other, eyes dark with lust.
“Follow me,” Ohno whispered huskily, his eyes seemed to be begging him. Jun understood and he followed Ohno readily.
Ohno led him into the main building. They climbed the stairs to the top floor, forgoing the lift. Ohno inserted a key card and opened the door. The inside was like a private apartment, a simple but liveable one.
“This is my place,” Ohno declared.
“Your place?”
Jun couldn’t appreciate the place further when Ohno pulled him in for another kiss. Then they broke apart when they realized that they were both covered in sand. Giggling, Ohno pulled Jun into the bathroom. They stripped in record time.
They kissed under the shower, lathering soap on each other’s nude body. Coarse sand gathered under their feet. Suddenly Ohno got down on his knees, stroking Jun’s half-hard cock into full hardness. He gave it a lick before plunging the cock inside his mouth fully. Jun groaned in pleasure. Ohno seemed very good, sucking him, and licking the vein along his cock, making Jun lose himself in the pleasure. Under Ohno’s ministrations Jun came with a shout.
Ohno got up and kissed him, letting Jun taste his own cum. It was hot.
“I want you,” Ohno whispered hoarsely into Jun’s ear. Jun nodded, still in his post orgasmic haze. The prospect of possible regret had been pushed to the back of his mind. Certainly, there was no way back after this but he didn’t care. Ohno made him feel good about himself. He felt wanted.
Jun let Ohno push him flat onto the tiled wall for more kisses. He groaned when Ohno’s finger intruded him.
“Is it painful?” Ohno asked, a slight worry etched on his lust-filled face.
Jun shook his head. It had been a while already but with sufficient preparation he could take a finger or two. Ohno used more lotion to ease his fingers in. After three fingers were added, Jun moaned for more.
“Ohno…” He mewled when Ohno found his prostate.
Hooking one of Jun’s leg onto his waist, Ohno pushed forward when Jun was ready to receive him. Jun arched back, closing his eyes tightly. His mouth opened in a gasp. Ohno wasn’t small and he was greatly aware how the cock was filling him fully.
“Move…” Jun begged after he felt he was ready for more.
Ohno complied. He thrust forward at a slow pace. Jun squeezed the firm buttocks to hint for Ohno to go faster. Ohno picked up the rhythm as he went in and out of Jun as fast as he could.
They got lost in their passion, warm water was streaming down Ohno’s back, part of it splashed onto Jun’s body too. Ohno pumped Jun’s cock in tandem with his thrusts.
Jun spilled for the second time that night, Ohno followed much later, filling Jun up.
Jun’s legs nearly gave way when Ohno pull out but Ohno managed to hold Jun from dropping onto the slippery floor.
After cleaning up, they towelled. Ohno led him to his bed with towels hanging on their hips.
“Do you usually have sex with people you’ve just knew?” Jun asked all of a sudden.
“No. Just you.”
Somehow, it made Jun smile. Ohno could be lying for all he knew but at that time he was too sated and tired, he just wanted to sleep. Just wearing boxers curtesy of Ohno, Jun slipped into a contented sleep on Ohno’s bed.
Jun woke up the next day feeling fresh, albeit receiving slight protest from his muscles as he moved. He looked around to find Ohno in his boxers, nursing a cup of coffee.
“Morning.” Ohno said before he sat beside Jun, giving him a peck on the cheek. Jun blushed, remembering what happened between them last night.
“Want some breakfast?” Ohno gestured outside the bedroom. From the open door, Jun could smell fresh bread.
Jun winced slightly, giving away the feeling of soreness from his hips and below. Ohno stopped in concern.
“Was I too rough last night?”
Jun looked at Ohno. “No, not so much Ohno-san, don’t worry. It’s just, it’s been a while for me.”
“Oh okay,” Ohno said, giving Jun no indication on how he felt when Jun was still calling him politely, even after last night.
Ohno led Jun towards his kitchen. Jun looked around, appreciating the simple but practical decoration. Jun didn’t ask Ohno how come he was allowed an apartment in the resort’s main building. He suspected something but he kept mum about it. He didn’t know why either. Perhaps, his mind was much more occupied by their sudden sex last night.
They ate in silence. Suddenly everything turned awkward.
“Um, so… what happens after this?” Jun asked, hiding his nervousness to hear what answer Ohno might give him.
“After this?” Ohno tore his eyes away from his bread to look at Jun.
“Yeah… you and me… will this just be a one time thing?… I mean you can tell me if it ends here or we could… I don’t know…” Jun was rambling. Even if he didn’t really expect anything out of this but strangely he felt sad thinking that whatever they had might end now. He hoped for something more but he couldn’t make a decision, it all depend on Ohno’s answer.
“What do you want?” Ohno asked instead. Jun felt sinking feelings in the pit of his stomach. He didn’t like the question. He felt that Ohno might not want anything more with him if he asked that question. It didn’t occur to him that Ohno just want to confirm with him. But Jun liked to be given straight answer rather than beating around the bush. A sudden irritation came to him when he felt that Ohno might only use him for easy fuck. He forgot that he gave his consent too.
“I asked you…” Jun reminded him, feeling his nerves came back.
Ohno stared at him for a while, his expression didn’t reveal his feelings. “I’m okay with anything,” Ohno said after a moment. The answer was too open.
“Really…” Jun’s head dropped automatically as a respond. Confusion invaded him when he found himself feeling disappointed with Ohno’s answer. He was disappointed that Ohno wasn’t firm with him. But he reminded himself in his mind that they were not an item, that they were two strangers that met for a brief moment of pleasure, therefore Ohno wasn’t wrong in telling him that. He shouldn’t be feeling what he was feeling right now and yet he wasn’t satisfied with Ohno’s answer. In a way too, that answer gave him a hope he shouldn’t be clinging to.
This isn’t right, he told himself. He isn’t ready either, he added more. But his heart was betraying his mind. His heart told him that he didn’t want this to end, that he wanted more. Realizing what he said to himself, he suddenly got up. His body was trembling, rattled by the discovery of his own desire.
“I think I better go…” Jun said instead, feeling agitated.
Ohno looked at him with a startled face.
Jun looked around to find his clothes but then he remembered that his clothes from last night were dirty. He couldn’t go outside in just his boxers.
“Umm can I borrow your T-shirt?” It was shameful but he needed to ask Ohno for a last favour.
“Sure.” Ohno, who looked confused with Jun’s decision to leave him all of the sudden, gave him his clothes. They were a bit too tight for Jun’s taste but whatever.
Jun rushed to his room and locked himself inside. He rubbed his face, trying to calm his confused mind.
His vacation would end in a few days. Perhaps he should avoid Ohno.
*
For two whole days, Jun was avoiding places where he might find Ohno. The afternoon before Jun’s last night at the resort, Jun met Nino, bartending. Aiba wasn’t there since he wanted to prepare for their mini barbeque which would start when Nino got off work early at 9 PM. Someone thankfully could replace his shift.
“He missed you, you know.” Nino told him, his hands were busy handling the drink.
“Who?” Jun asked, pretending to not understand but he sensed his body tensing. They haven’t seen each other for what? Just two days. Weren’t they just a casual fling?
“It’s the first time I heard him mentioning a man’s name. Usually he keeps quiet, even with his past boyfriends so I guess you’ve made an impression on him.”
Just how did Nino know Ohno? Oh yeah, Jun just found out that Ohno Satoshi, the sculptor and the fisherman was actually the owner of the resort. Jun face-palmed himself. The apartment upstairs was a giveaway after all but he was so stupid, he didn’t suspect that he would be involved with the owner of the resort.
Hearing the mention about Ohno’s past boyfriends wasn’t a relieving thought for him. Even when Nino had told him that he was the only one that Ohno had mentioned particularly to Nino, it didn’t make him happy. After all they only had one fuck. And besides, Ohno could easily find other people to sleep with after Jun left. Ohno was a good-looking guy and had the wealth to catch young guys’ heart. He had the strength, Jun kept being reminded how Ohno’s strong arms were holding him during their passionate union. But that strong arms might be used to hold other men too, not just him.
Jun sighed, feeling stupider the further his thought went.
The fact that Ohno was missing him was forgotten when he drowned himself in the most unimportant thoughts.
*
“Jun.”
Jun tensed. It was Ryo. He was contemplating whether to turn around or run but his feet were rooted firmly on the ground. So, he guessed that he needed to face his ex after all.
He waited until Ryo approached him.
“What do you want Ryo?” Jun held his tongue from spitting at him.
“Sho told me about meeting you,” Ryo said. There was no suspicion in his eyes but Jun could’ve been fooled.
“So? You’re afraid that I’ll steal him from you?” Jun provoked.
“Jun. Please.” Ryo shook his head.
“Just say it Ryo, I don’t have much time for your gloating.”
“Gloating? Gloating about what? Jun, I think you’re misunderstanding something.”
Jun glared at him. Ryo looked the same, just as good looking as when he last saw him, only that he had a much more radiating complexion, and Jun was jealous of his happiness.
“Jun, Sho told me that you thought we broke up because I was cheating on you.”
“Wasn’t it?” Jun asked.
“No, as I told you before, we’re not meant to be-“
“That’s what you keep telling me.” Jun cut him off, his anger rising.
“Yes, but it’s true. I think you already sensed it yourself. We drifted apart without us knowing it and you know our relationship can’t survive when we’re not being honest to ourselves…”
“But we’d been together for four years, I thought-“
“-that we’d last forever? That’s not realistic Jun. You were unhappy with me, I was beginning to feel that months before we broke up…” Ryo explained in earnest.
“That’s not true…” Jun retorted, but with less bite when Ryo’s words started to sink into his head.
“Jun, ask yourself whether you want to believe that then you’ll find the answer. Anyway, today is our final day here and I’ve to say my goodbye to you.”
Ryo looked like he wanted to walk away just like that but he didn’t, his brows scrunching in deep thought. Jun was just looking at him, quietly expecting him to speak, to hear more explanation.
Ryo stared at Jun, his gaze softened making him look beautiful. It reminded Jun why he had fallen for Ryo before.
“For the record, I didn’t cheat on you. I never cheated on you. I met Sho after we broke up and then just last week he asked me to be his boyfriend. So he’s got nothing to do with our problem. What happened to us was in the past. I’m finding my happiness and I’m sure you already found your own happiness, if the kiss at the bar was any indication.” Ryo winked at him.
Jun wanted to retort that Ryo misunderstood about him and Ohno’s relationship, and he wanted to scold Ryo for dragging Ohno into their matter, but he didn’t. Instead, Jun blushed. He found that his mouth felt heavy, like a rock being put inside it, preventing him to speak. Besides, it would be much better not to say anything right now to keep himself from further embarrassment.
Ryo smiled at Jun’s attempt to stay cool. Unexpectedly, Ryo put his hand on Jun’s shoulder, squeezing it a little. “We’ve great time together and I treasured all those times in my heart. Unfortunately, we can’t stay together. I did it for you. I saw that you need someone who can love you, supported you and let you spread your wings the way that you wanted to. And I’m sorry I couldn’t be that person and I’m sure that deep in your heart you know it too.”
Jun blinked at Ryo. He was reminded of the times they bickered even with the tiniest of issues in which were a lot. They loved each other but unfortunately, love couldn’t help both of them. They were too jealous and clingy. It was apparent how their too similar traits weren’t the best combination.
And Jun finally understood. It seemed that Ryo could see that.
“I hope that we can meet again next time on better term.” Ryo bade him goodbye with a weak smile.
Jun watched him go with tears on his face. He felt the resentment that had been clouding him had been washed away with Ryo’s words. He realized that he couldn’t blame Ryo for what had happened to their relationship. He was a part of the problem too and he was too stubborn to see it before. He regretted it. He wished that he could say he was sorry too but it was too late, Ryo was already gone from his sight. As Ryo had said, perhaps they could meet again next time. He hoped so and this time he genuinely meant it.
*
There were no sand sculptures to be found anywhere when Jun tried to find one. Jun even peeked at the garden to see whether there was one too. Unfortunately, there was only a flat sand to be found and Jun was greatly disappointed.
Whatever the sculpture that was left on the garden before had been destroyed without him having a chance to see it. Did Ohno stopped building them? Jun felt guilty. Perhaps it was his fault. Jun wondered whether Ohno really had lost his muse in sculpturing because of him. It truly bothered him.
Since it was the last night of his vacation, Jun figured he should go to the place where Ohno had brought him that time, ditching his initial plan to join Aiba and Nino for the barbeque. In actuality, he was embarrassed to meet Ohno again but he needed to see him. But unpleasant thoughts invaded him. What if Ohno didn’t want to see him anymore? What if Ohno told him to go away? But his feet moved on their own.
As expected Ohno was there, just drinking alone in his hut. There was a lone light powered by battery hanging on the shack, illuminating the place.
Jun found himself hesitating but he braced himself.
“Hey, I haven’t seen you in a while.”
Ohno, who seemed to be lost in thought, was startled when he saw Jun.
“Yeah… I’m just… busy...” he said after he recovered from the shock, eyes not meeting Jun.
“Busy?” Jun arched his eyebrows.
Jun sat beside him. Taking Ohno’s beer, he gulped the drink. Ohno stared at his sudden empty hand. Jun blushed when he realized what he was doing. It showed how Jun was really nervous especially when his nerves made him do weird thing, like snatching Ohno’s drink without permission. Fortunately, Ohno didn’t seem to be angry at Jun’s manner.
Jun took deep breath and exhaled it silently to calm his nerve. “I’m sorry I walked out on you like that…” Jun broke the silence.
“It’s my fault for not stopping you…” Ohno said afterward. Ohno’s answer made Jun’s heart raced. He found himself hoping.
“Did you want to stop me?” Jun turned his face towards Ohno, wanting to see Ohno’s reaction to the question. There was shadow on Ohno’s face when he looked down.
Ohno went quiet for a while, watching his fingers playing with each other. The chirping of cicadas was drowned by the loud beating of Jun’s heart in his ears.
“I guess I’m just slow in reacting…” Ohno finally opened his mouth.
Ohno’s answer made Jun smiled in relief. At least the answer wasn’t that bad to take when he expected the worst. So, Jun tried to gauge more.
“Ninomiya told me that you missed me. Is it true?”
Ohno looked at Jun, they locked eyes. Suddenly, Ohno reached for Jun’s hand and held it.
“What if I say yes?” There was a genuine sparkle in Ohno’s eyes that made Jun’s heart jump.
“Then, I’ll say that I’m happy.” Jun said, staring back at Ohno, liking how Ohno’s face light up in front of his eyes.
“What do you want me to do, Jun?” Ohno was calling him by his given name without hesitation and it made Jun happy with the intimacy it gave him.
“Kiss me?” Jun dared.
Ohno smiled. Jun could see relief on Ohno’s face and it made Jun’s heart beat faster than ever. Ohno touched Jun’s face before he brought his mouth towards him.
Jun sighed into the kiss. He was relieved that they had made up. What made him even more happier was their discovery of liking each other beyond a simple fling. And it gave him hope for the future. Even though they needed to talk more about what they wanted in their relationship, but it could wait. These kisses were too good to be ignored.
He felt Ohno starting to touch him further and Jun went pliant under Ohno’s touches.
Ohno laid Jun inside the shack. They resumed the kisses that became more passionate as the time passed. In the back of Jun’s mind, he was afraid of someone else stumbling upon them making out intensely since they were literally out in the open. But he threw caution to the wind when Ohno started to slip his calloused fingers under his boxers to pump his cock.
Jun didn’t realize that he was naked from the waist down until he saw Ohno engulfing his cock in his mouth. Jun mewled, his arousal was at its peak and before long he came in waves of pleasure.
“I don’t have lube here…” Ohno mumbled to him when he came up to Jun. Jun could see how his face fell in disappointment. Jun felt an immense affection for this man, he felt that he didn’t want to disappoint him.
“Do you want to do it?” Jun asked bluntly.
“Then, take me.”
Ohno stared at him, trying to figure out whether Jun was serious or not.
Jun was aware that it could be painful and uncomfortable without lubricant, but he just felt that he wanted to be one with Ohno, no matter what. His desire for this man was too great to ignore.
“You don’t mind? I don’t want to hurt you.” The look of hope on Ohno’s face was adorable, Jun couldn’t deny him.
With a smile, Jun got up and kneeled. Jun could see how Ohno’s cock was straining inside his pants so he removed Ohno’s pants to release the hard cock. Giving himself a more comfortable position, he sucked his own fingers and with the slick saliva he reached his bottom to prepare himself. Ohno watched him interestedly, his pupils filling up his eyes in lust.
When Jun was panting and groaning, Ohno pounced on him making Jun fall on his back. There was a look of impatience on Ohno’s face. Jun giggled, holding Ohno at arm length by placing his palm on Ohno’s chest, denying him from getting any closer. Ohno gave him a confused look. Jun’s mouth turned into a playful smirk.
“Let me ride you.” Jun declared.
Ohno was surprised but his face lightened up in agreement. Ohno pulled Jun to him for a fervent kiss and Jun ended up straddling him.
Eventually, Ohno was on his back. Jun rubbed his hands on Ohno’s chest, making Ohno’s T-shirt hiked up until the hardened nipples were revealed. Jun lowered his body to reach the nipples, his tongue played with them making Ohno whimpered. Ohno’s breaths turned laboured when Jun’s hands travelled lower, tracing the taut muscles lining Ohno’s stomach, feeling them contracted beneath his hands.
Ohno grabbed his butt cheeks, squeezing them. Jun looked up to see desperation on Ohno’s eyes, telling Jun that he had enough foreplay. Jun smirked. Wanting for a friction, Jun undulating his hips, making both of their exposed hard cocks slid against each other deliciously. They moaned together.
Ohno stopped Jun suddenly. Jun blinked at him, wondering what was up. But he didn’t need to worry for anything when Ohno just want him to take off his shirt. Jun complied and it ended up flying to the ground.
Without nothing else to hinder their love making, Jun bent forward to catch Ohno for a quick kiss before he straightened up and grabbed Ohno’s cock in his hand. After spreading the precum onto the length, he pumped it until it turned angry purple, ready for further action. Jun positioned it on his entrance, teasing it a few times around his hole making Ohno whined in protest. It made Jun grinned. With one hand bracing himself on Ohno’s toned stomach, Jun lowered himself inches by inches until Ohno was fully sheathed inside him.
Jun sighed, he bit his lips feeling the fullness. Rubbing his hand on Ohno’s chest, Jun moved slowly. Eventually, they found their rhythm, giving each other’s pleasure, their act was open to be seen by anyone who might stumble upon them.
*
Jun heard a knock on his door when he was busy packing his bag. Aiba had been dragged outside by Nino for a certain ‘personal time’, therefore he couldn’t help Jun to open the door. He strode to the door and opened it to reveal Ohno leaning against the wall beside the door frame. Jun automatically smiled and let Ohno in. Ohno sat at the edge of the bed quietly, rubbing his shoulder absent-mindedly.
Jun smiled to himself when the silence stretched, only his movements could be heard inside the room. But Jun wasn’t feeling any awkwardness, he’d accepted Ohno’s quietness fully. Clearly their increasing intimacy had brought calmness to Jun’s state of mind and he was liking it a lot.
Pulling the zip of his bag to a close, Jun heaved a satisfied breath because he managed to fit everything inside. It was a normal thing for him that his travel bag would be heavier on the last day than on the first day. He turned his gaze towards Ohno who was following his every movement as Jun got up and sat beside him. He pulled out his phone and with a hand gesture he asked for Ohno’s phone too. When Ohno gave him his phone without any words, Jun grabbed it and exchanged their contact details. Jun was wondering why they didn’t do it earlier.
“You’re going to contact me?” asked Jun, giving the phone back to its owner. Ohno received it, opened his phone and checked the entered number. The way he asked was casual. Although he could barely hide the hope in his voice, he didn’t want to put pressure on Ohno. He couldn’t really tell whether their relationship could survive the distance since it would be the obvious barrier, but he was hoping for the best compromise.
Ohno gave a hum as a response. And Jun wasn’t disappointed this time. It was enough for now. They needed to see if their new-found relationship has any meaning or not. Jun felt like he was ready for a new relationship although talking about love was pretty early for them. They could take each step slowly before they want to talk about it.
They fell back into a silence. Then suddenly Ohno broke it.
“If I asked you to stay here, would you do it?”
Jun chuckled good-heartedly, thinking that Ohno might be joking. “My holiday is ending today, I can’t-“
But Ohno was not laughing.
“That’s not what I mean…” Ohno looked serious.
Jun’s heart began to race. If Ohno was saying what he thought he was saying, then Jun didn’t know what the answer would be.
Ohno grabbed Jun’s hands. He stared at him directly in the eyes.
“I mean… I want you to stay here… with me…”
“Ohno-kun… I have a job in Tokyo… I couldn’t…”
“But you can quit your job and work with me…”
Jun stiffened. It was such a tempting proposition but he had to disappoint Ohno. It was too sudden.
“I can’t…I’m sorry…” It was a big decision to leave a career he was trying to build for a man he’d been involved with for just a few days. What if Ohno got bored of him and left him? He could be left with nothing if that happened, he thought. Jun couldn’t help being pessimistic.
Ohno couldn’t hide his disappointment. It was too open on his face. Jun felt like he wanted to say yes and make Ohno smile but their circumstances didn’t allow him to say yes. He wasn’t a spontaneous person either, that was Aiba.
“Come to Tokyo anytime. We can meet again.” Jun proposed instead.
“But I don’t want that.” The answer was immediate, Jun didn’t know what to say because it shocked him.
“Okay… Well… I guess… it ends here-“ Jun stuttered, sadness began to invade him. The decision had to be made. It was probably for the best.
“What do you mean?” Ohno frowned, he seemed pretty confused with Jun’s words.
“Aren’t you saying that you don’t want to see me anymore? So obviously whatever we have, has to end here-“ Jun answered, he began to feel the confusion too.
“No!” It startled Jun.
“Wha-?“
“Don’t think I’m not serious about you.” Ohno stared into his eyes intensely. Jun blinked.
“I like you a lot and I don’t want you too far away from me. That’s why I’m asking you to stay and we can run this resort together.”
Jun was speechless. Ohno’s words made his heart excited.
Running the resort together? He took a deep breath, carefully juggling his answer inside his mind. It was really tempting.
“Please give me time to think.” Jun eventually said, he didn’t want to feel the regret of refusing too early. He swore he would think about it.
“Okay.” Ohno agreed readily.
It was enough for now.
They heard the squeak of door and saw that both Aiba and Nino were spying on them. They fell forward in a heap when Jun told them to reveal themselves.
*
Ohno and Nino waved at the taxi that took Jun and Aiba away until they disappeared. Jun felt his heart heavy with a certain sadness. He replayed Ohno’s words in his head.
Ohno wanted to be with him. If it was easy for him to make a decision, he could just throw everything away and say yes but he had a lot to think about, not just his own selfishness.
They got back into their mundane lives. Jun and Ohno exchanged texts every day and Jun would call him when he missed Ohno too much.
Jun blinked at the ceiling after a late-night call with Ohno where Ohno was just grunting answers. It was how it normally happened where Jun did most of the talking. Jun didn’t mind the response, because he started to understand that was just how Ohno was. He asked himself why he was so tolerable towards Ohno when he wasn’t with Ryo. He didn’t want to compare them but he felt Ohno was so different to him, but they fit each other like a glove.
He found that he didn’t want to lose that calmness, he didn’t want to lose Ohno.
He started to think about his future. Subconsciously he started planning, making queries about his job’s future, contemplating every pro and con in staying with the job. He subconsciously began imagining what it’s like to run a resort, being his own manager, when his current job wasn’t giving him enough satisfaction to be his own boss. He began to think of saying yes to Ohno. But he didn’t say it out loud to Ohno yet, because he wasn’t sure whether it was the right decision to make. He needed more time.
As Ohno had said, he didn’t visit him in Tokyo. Jun was hoping he would be willing to but Ohno stayed true to his words.
Then out of the blue - not that Jun wasn’t suspecting that it would eventually come to this - Aiba came to tell him some very shocking news. He would be quitting his job.
“Oh-chan is offering me a job in his resort. I’ll be moving there next week!” Aiba told him excitedly. Jun was staring blankly at him in shock.
Aiba and Nino’s relationship was pretty serious it seemed, thought Jun.
Losing Aiba around made Jun think a lot. He had made a decision. He needed to go to Okinawa again.
Jun couldn’t get a holiday since his department was swamped with new projects and he didn’t have time to talk to Ohno again. Ohno also didn’t contact him besides sending texts here and there.
After nearly a month of just texting, finally Jun managed to find time to call Ohno.
“I’m coming there next month.” That was all he told Ohno.
Jun was working hard to finish his job. He had also prepared his resignation letter and his apartment had been leased out on the day he went to Okinawa. Jun was hoping that it was the right decision and Ohno hadn’t changed his mind otherwise he was going to be screwed.
He had left everything for a person he’d just known for a few months. It was a big gamble but he was willing to take it.
Jun was pretty nervous when he reached the Yellow Sand Resort. He didn’t tell anyone, not even Ohno that he was coming that day. Aiba and Nino were so excited when they saw him at the front desk. It seemed that Aiba was manning it now, the Mizuhara girl was nowhere to be found. And Aiba looked good, the slight tan he was getting enhanced his good looks. Aiba had fit right in here like he had been born here.
Aiba told him that Ohno was in his room so Jun went upstairs nervously. After a few knocks, Jun was fidgeting on his feet when Ohno opened the door. His sleepy eyes went wide with shock. Jun opened his mouth to say ‘Hi’, but was prevented from doing so when Ohno greeted him with the most intense greeting kiss he’d ever had.
Clothes scattered around the house following that as they made love on Ohno’s bed. Their time apart was too much for them to handle, they want to make up for everything. After vigorous love making they were on their backs, sweating and panting.
“Hi.”
“Hi.” Jun chuckled, still gasping for air.
“Welcome back.”
“I’m back.”
Then they kissed again, this time they took their time to explore each other’s bodies. They got a lot of time to spend.
*
Jun woke up with a start to find he was alone on the bed. A beep on his phone indicated an incoming message.
‘Come out to the balcony’ The message told him. Frowning, he put down his phone, gathered the bedsheet to cover his lower naked half and walked outside to the balcony. He looked around before he looked down to the garden.
A sudden lumped lodged his throat. There were blocks of words made of sand that spelled ‘Stay with me?’ Ohno was standing beside the words, looking up at him with a hopeful face.
Jun bit back his smile and just stared at the words before he went inside the house coolly. He knew what his answer was going to be but he wanted to tease Ohno a little bit. Looking around for a while, he found Ohno’s drawing paper on the desk. Fetching it with a marker, he wrote a big capital ‘YES’ on it. He came back to the balcony, finding Ohno looking up with his cute frown.
Jun didn’t show his answer immediately, instead he asked loudly, “What do you want?”
“I want yes!” Ohno screamed back.
“But what is in for me?” Jun shouted back, biting his laughter.
“Errrr… me?...” Ohno answered, looking up at Jun anxiously, like he was afraid that he might screw this up. It was cute to Jun though.
“Hmmm… I need to think…” Jun scrunched his face, giving Ohno his mock thinking face.
“Jun~~” It made Ohno whined loudly.
Jun laughed. He reached for the drawing paper from behind and hold it for Ohno to see.
There was a moment when Ohno squinted his eyes to read the writing before he exploded into a squeal.
Jun’s heart was blooming when he saw Ohno jumping around in happiness, and he chuckled when Ohno accidentally destroyed part of the words on the sand when he stepped on them.
Jun cackled louder when he heard Ohno cursed.
If he asked himself whether he was happy at that time he would immediately say a resounding ‘Yes’ without hesitation, just like the answer he had written for Ohno.