Before you knew

123. Walk

We're silent for the rest of the evening. While eating dinner we stay silent as well. 'This is good' Clay says with his mouth full of pasta. I grin at him as he stuffs more food into is mouth.'Take it easy you'll-' he coughs as he chokes on his food.

I stand up and pet him on his back, making sure not to hit too hard because he's not wearing a shirt. He coughs some more before taking a sip. I sit back down. I like it when he enjoys the food I make but he makes sure to be quick when he likes it. Sometimes, a little too quick. We get back to eating and Clay fills his plate a second time. I smile at him.

Later that evening we watch a old movie on the small and classic television. I have my legs over his lap and my head resting on his shoulder. He's not at all focused on the movie. He seems in thought.

'What is it?' I ask. He lets out some sort of growl and turns to me. 'I want you' he says. Surprised by his words I move back. When he sees my reaction he moves back as well. 'I'm sorry I-' 'it's okay.' I say. He stands up and walks over to the door. 'Want to go for a walk?' He asks. I turn the tv off and I get to my feet.

He holds out his hand and I gladly take it. We walk down the beach, feet in the water. It's night time and the stars illuminate the sky. I'm looking up as I feel Clay's gaze on me. I grab his face with one hand and I turn his head forward. He chuckles as he takes my hand off.