Jean was hoping his words would comfort Kim but a laugh was not what he was expecting. However, he was glad to hear that instead of crying. He did wonder though if Kim was laughing at him and how silly he was acting. Jean blushed embarrassed.

He did not really know what he meant by saying why you so he asked, "What do you mean? Why am I here or why I have a black eye?" He really didn't understand.

None of that seemed to matter though when Kim pulled him in close. With those eyes boring into him like Kim was pouring his soul into Jean with a gaze took his breath away. Before he knew what he was doing Jean tilted his head up slightly and kissed Kim. The man had pulled him in with those eyes and Jean felt helpless to resist their pull. Jean still had his arms wrapped around Kim and he held on a little tighter as he kissed him.

Jay stretched as he stepped out of his bed, his arms raised high above his head and his muscles tensing. He straightened his bed with just a little effort and walked over to his cupboard, taking out a towel. He had slept in a bit longer than usual and he hoped the other workers were downstairs and that he was not leaving any customers waiting on their own. A shower awaited though and he enjoyed the refreshing warm water. Rubbing himself and his hair with his towel, he stepped out of the shower and wrapped it around his waist, returning to his bedroom. Jay hadn't been too lively for a while. Things seemed to be going slow without Rae around. He had heard he was ill, but he had no other information about where he was, so he could not contact him. He knew that he should have gotten Rae's phone number, but Jay knew that he would be back, wouldn't he? Jay was worried about him and the days he spent baking quietly or visiting his family were plain. The other workers seemed to be messing around with eachother, but Jay hadn't gotten to know any of them as well as Rae, although Jay hardly knew much about him either. Rae just had a spark that seemed to interest him.

Jay walked down the stairs after putting on clothes including a clean white shirt with the sleeves rolled up. His golden hair was still slightly damp and his eyes, like every morning, looked around the kitchen and bakery with some hope that Rae would be back. Jay wondered whether Cael had returned yet from his.. time away with the flashy-looking Taurus. No workers seemed to be in the bakery, which made Jay feel guilty for not being here for the customers. There were a few people in the bakery, however, and Jay spoke warmly "Are you waiting to be served?" in a collective term. Whilst asking this, he wrapped a thin apron around his waist.

Cael pulled his mouth away and said in a husky voice "I want to record you saying my name and play everyday." He chuckled softly and brushed his lips along Tanyon's collarbone before lifting his head up to capture Tanyon's lips in a harsh kiss. Pressing close against, taking his hands to wrap Tanyon's legs around his waist.

"I was just sayin--" Kim speech was cut short when Jean had braced their lips together. Kim senses were practically screaming with joy, somewhat like when you go into a church mass and everyone was praising 'Hallelujah!' over and over again. To express their utter joy to the creator whom they loved and trusted the most.

Finally.

Kim grabbed Jean's waist and pulled him so forcefully against his chest that he had to groan a little. But that mattered very little to whom. He had increased the strength of the kiss dramatically and was wildly running his fingers over the boy's back, obviously showing his happiness. He couldn't help but feel more happier and at the same time cautious as to where this might go. They were both hurt and this was rather dangerous. Then again, Jean did drive him lust crazy. Who was to say he could control himself.

Penny went up to Jay and said,"Um can I have a strawberry tart." She smiled a very cute smile, which is hard for her. She liked Jay. Not like has a crush on or anything, its just he was a gentlemen. And all of Penny's past boyfriends either beat her up, called her a @!#$ all of the time, or dated her for a bet. She just smiled and waited.

Tanyon panted as Cael spoke. He managed a small laugh before his lips were claimed again and legs placed around Cael's waist. He wrapped his arms around him and moaned a bit louder against his lips, their chests pressing close together.

After having a shopping spree, Rae strolled down to Sweets Delights as he bashed through the door. "TADAAAAAA!!! Yes, I'm still a live. And yes, can I still have my job please?" He glanced around the shop as he noticed Jay standing there. "JAY! I mean... Hey." A red blush covered his cheeks as he slowly stepped towards the counter. "Sorry I was gone so long. Could you forgive me?" His voice was shaking, but he tried to make it sound normal.

It hurt a bit when Kim grabbed him close but at the moment it did not matter to Jean. That look and this kiss had driven him beyond reason. Everything felt right when he was in Kim's arms and he couldn't help but get lost in their comfort. He kissed Kim back eagerly wanting more of these loving touches.

His little hands held on tightly to Kim almost afraid they would loose the precious treasure they had found. Jean had never felt like this before and he was getting drunk on the feeling.

"Jean..." Kim gasped when he pulled away a little, only to mumble against Jean's plush lips. Ah, what a bliss moment. Panting a little, he had carefully traced his fingers over the other's neck and his chin before he managed to hold another kiss.

He wanted this to last forever. And for Jean to be with him just as long. "...w-what are we doing?" He finally questioned, although his lips were over and over tasting Jean's and his hands wildly roaming through the creamy shirt, massaging those wounds as if to command them to disappear. With care.

Jean was lost in the moment with the feeling of Kim's lips and hands on him. He had been letting out little noises as Kim's hands played across his skin.

Amidst the loving kisses though Kim's words brought his suddenly back to earth. What were they they doing?! Almost desperately Jean pulled away from Kim and out of his grasp. He almost feel of the bed in his attempt to flee but luckily did not. It felt empty now not being there in his arms but reality came back to him. Was he still Kent's boyfriend? Was he just kissing Kim because of how kind he had been? What were his feelings? His mind was flooded with questions.

Stuttering he said, "I-I- I'm sorry." He wanted to cry but held it in. What kind of terrible person was he?! The very next day after fleeing from Kent he was here being intimate with another man. He knew he was attracted to Kim but how deep did his feelings go? Was it possible to just love someone so quickly?

Kim felt warmth and happiness at first, he felt for once cared for and cherished. But that was taken away too soon as Jean seemed to be having his doubts. Ah, this was all his fault. It could never work out with someone like himself and like Jean. No matter how much they fit their lives were different. But that didn't stop him from protecting the boy.

"My own fault entirely..." He whispered, his voice showing off the sudden disappointment and guilt. "...I should have never kissed you, it's just that you are so..." He bit his lower lip and shook his head. Explaining all the amazing things he saw in the boy wasn't enough.

He guessed they would have to pretend this never happened. And here he was trying not to get the boy confused where ironically he was starting to get confused himself.

"...w-why don't you get dressed? You can wear anything in the closet..." He quickly uttered, stepping out of the bed and almost immediately stepping onto the balcony. He had a feeling this was going to be a difficult day...especially the part where he has to pretend not to be noticing these feelings.

Jean instantly felt bad listening to Kim. He wanted the man to understand and so he followed him out to the balcony. He was still only in the shirt so he was a bit cold. He said meekly, "Kim it isn't your fault. I-I kissed you too." Jean could not help but blush at what he said. He shuffled his feet and looked down as he continued, "I-I I think I like you Kim but I'm just confused. You've treated me better than anyone and I want to know for certain that I like you for the right reasons. I want to get to know you and spend time with you. I- I'm just scared that my feelings might be just because you're being nice. I want my feelings to be real not a by product of being treated with kindness."

Jean looked up at Kim and said with feeling, "Kim is the greatest person I have ever met. I don't want to lie to you. I want to know that what I feel is real. Kim deserves someone who really really loves him for who he is. I- I just don't know that yet. I don't want to only give you half of my heart if it's possible to give all of it to you." He froze at that last statement. He did like Kim, he really liked him but he had to be sure.

Softly he added, "I do know one thing for sure though. . .I don't want to be with Kent anymore." He wrapped his arms around himself almost as if trying to protect himself.

After nodding with a friendly smile to Penny, Jay retrieved the strawberry tart from beneath the glass counter. As he was lifting it up to place infront of Penny the tinkling noise of the door sounded. He did not look up at first, although he was curious to see the new customer. Jay was putting the tart down as he heard a voice, unfarmiliar for the most part, quite exuberantly entering with happiness. Then Jay whipped his head up to see someone he had been waiting for, for what seemed like so long. 'Rae!' Jay thought ecstaticly in his head with a beaming smile. He didn't want to sound too desperate, so he kept himself from running across to him. He laughed when Rae corrected himself for a more casual greeting. However, Jay had to go over to him. "Rae! Where have you been?" Jay said with a big smile, wrapping his arms around Rae, so glad he was back. He seemed to realise he was being a bit too touchy and took away his arms quickly. "Are you okay?" he continued without a pause for Rae to answer, his face turning more concerned now.

Penny took the tart and put the money on the counter. She then sat back down and watched all of the drama.

Cael trailed his hands down Tanyon's thighs and back to rest on the top of his butt, outside of Tanyon's pants. He gently squeezed and felt a heat low his body. He groaned, kissing him passionately and pressing his hips against Tanyon's grinding a bit.

Tanyon lifted his leg as Cael caressed it and returns his kiss just as passionately, getting lost in his touch, in his warmth. He moaned softly against his lips as he began grinding up against him, arms wrapped around him tightly.

Cael softly bit Tanyon's lip and brushed his lips down his jaw line and down to his neck to leave a mark by suckling on the soft skin. He brushed his hands along the top of Tanyon's jeans and slowly slipped his hands down to cup his butt. He chuckled with his voice husky and said "Couldn't help myself. Been wanting to do that for awhile."

Tanyon was going crazy as cael worked his body expertly, not even minding that he marked him in such a visible spot. He almost squeaked when he grabbed his butt and just blushed darker than he already was. He chuckled lightly at his comment, then sat up a bit and rest a hand in the spot between his neck and jaw, pulling him close and suckles on his neck. "So soft.." He whispered. "I wondered for a while.. how it felt.." He said breathlessly, pulling him down on top of him again.

Cael groaned in the back of his throat when Tanyon touched his neck and he lifted his head to the side to expose it more. He grinded his pelvis against Tanyon's and softly squeezed his bottom. He pressed himself as close as he could get and he mummured "This is great."

Tanyon cries out a little when he grinds up against him and moans when he grabs him again. He hugs him then sighs. "But.. we have to go back to work soon..."

Cael grumbles half-heartedly and said "Yeah.." He trailed off and stood back, staring at Tanyon's chest. He cleared his throat and said "Later on, would you want to hang out in my room?" He raised his eyebrows in a soft leer, hoping he would say yes.

Tanyon flushed and shrugged a shoulder. "A-alright.. sure..." He moved to stand and slowly padded around looking for his shirt. "So... I'm guessing I'm not just.. a one time thing huh?" He said, feeling a little giddy but scared that Cael might end up dumping him in the end like he did Taurus.

Cael watched Tanyon move around the office and he stepped forward, grabbing him from behind and hugging him. He mumbled into Tanyon's bare shoulder and said "No, you are not a one time thing." He softly squeezed him before releasing his hold and bending down to look for his own shirt. He chuckled and said teasingly "Just make me cupcakes everyday."

Tanyon smiled and placed his hands over Cael's arms when he hugs him. Then looks to him when he pulls away. He smiles and takes his hand, moving close and kisses his lips. "I'll make them whenever you like..."

Kim listened intently from the balcony, having leaned on it he was facing the boy with his hands in his pocket. Jean was really saying very sensible things that Kim somehow couldn't amidst all this confusion. With a nod though, he pushed himself away from the balcony and into the bedroom.

"I want it to be like that also..." He whispered, shyly sitting on the very edge of the bed, looking intently at the boy. He'd have some getting to know too but he knew he would always be able to wait for Jean on the other side. Even if it took years and years.

"Then...w-will you trust me enough to protect you? A-atleast for a while. My mind would be at rest if you would." He whispered, playing with the bed sheet. He thought for a while, not really expecting for the other to say anything and got up.

He really shouldn't have kissed the boy, all this confusion was his own doing.