From the age of three, Tim Bailey wanted to marry Tom Watkins. Many changes occurred during their formative years, but Tim’s love for Tom remained rock solid. Even when Tom temporarily broke up with him to date girls, Tim never stopped loving Tom. Because his father walking out on his family, Tim doesn’t trust easily. His friend Tom’s bisexuality makes him uneasy. Tom is a popular high school football player who can have anyone he wants, boy or girl. So why would he choose nerdy Tim? The fact Tom won’t come out at school further feeds Tim’s insecurities and suspicions. Tom has always felt the pressure from his dad and his friends to be the typical jock. This means hiding the gay side of his bisexuality and only acknowledging Tim in private. Tom has promised once they’re at college in New York, he and Tim will be able to live openly as a loving gay couple. Tim just needs to be patient. Things come to a dramatic head at an event everyone has been waiting for, their end of year graduation party. Many truths are revealed, old scores are settled, and everyone’s lives are changed. Can Tom keep his promise to always love and protect Tim, or will previous lies and secrets kill off what has been growing between the boys for fifteen years?

What We've Been Waiting For

“We should really visit more, Timothy,” James said.


“Let’s not,” Tim said and moved past James.


Tim exited the room and recognized the familiar silhouettes of Tom and Lacy at the top of the stairs. He knew he looked flushed and was panicked they’d pick up on it straight away.


“Babe, I was looking everywhere for you,” Tom sounded relieved, albeit slightly annoyed. 


He smiled at them as he approached. He couldn’t but help look over his shoulder at Tom’s room and only prayed that James would just wait until they left before making his exit. He knew what Tom got like, and saw that he already wasn’t in a great mood. 


“I had a headache, so I laid down for a little bit.” Tim didn’t know how convincing he sounded.


“What’s up?” his boyfriend asked as he scrutinized him.


Chapter 26