Logan triumphantly smirks in the background, watching Alexander stare at Nolan, an uncertain but gentle expression on his face. He was right, after all. “Wonder if he heard you call ‘m cute, Alex. You think he did?” “You’re despicable. And he’s still a jerk.” Logan sighs, the moment broken as Alexander turns to glare at…

“He’s really cute,” Logan murmurs, close to silently. “Yeah,” Alexander whispers hoarsely. Nolan finally gives up on trying to get the last of the water, groaning as he flops his head back on the pillow. His eyes close, and his breathing slowly steadies. Alexander stares, and Nolan’s face suddenly looks a lot more interesting. He…

“Just give him the water, you love-sick puppy!” Logan exclaims. At the blond’s incredulous and reddening expression, he adds, “This is me helping you, dude.” “That’s doubtful, Wilson.” “Are you suggesting I have anything but the best of intentions for you?” Logan gasps, keeping his volume quiet. “This is betrayal, Brooks.” “I think I’d have…

“Brought you some water, dude. Nurse’s orders, yeah?” Nolan nods at the unspoken question, and Logan hands the plastic bottle to Alexander. He pulls at the left side of his shirt to show the top of his jeans and grabs one of the several straws sticking out of the pocket. Holding the bottom half of…

“You can get the covers yourself,” Logan gasps out. “Imma go grab some… grab some water for him.” “Wait- Logan!” Alexander shouts after his friend. Nolan groans at the noise, covering his ears.  “You’re so loud,” he complains.  “You’re the one crashing in my room!” “I didn’t want to!” “In my bed!” “I- just shut…

“Your choice, buddy-boy,” Logan says, turning to face the raven-haired boy. “But I spilled some coffee on my bed the other day, and I haven’t got a chance to change out the sheets yet.” As he speaks, he moves toward the messier bed and drops all the stuff he’d been carrying onto it.  The pile…