A man of few words, Joe is a hard-working farmhand who likes his simple, uncomplicated life. Ed is satisfied with his existence as an auto mechanic, but thrilled when an unexpected development in his life allows him to help Joe realize a dream.<br><br>It forces them, however, to reevaluate the casual, undefined nature of their relationship. They’re too macho to speak of love, and neither would acknowledge he doesn’t really mind when it’s his turn to bottom. When life throws them a curve ball, and the rules of their game get old, Ed tries to take every aspect of their relationship up a notch. Can Joe adapt to the open sentimentality Ed’s injecting into their relationship, let alone the new spice in their bedroom activities?<br><br>NOTE: This is a previously published story that has been rewritten, expanded, and re-edited.

Cultivating Love

In the throes of his own orgasm, and taken by surprise, he choked once before recovering. He backed up a bit and swallowed before sucking out more. Ed’s groans sounded beautiful.


When they were both spent, Joe crawled upward to flop next to Ed, who rolled to him, placed a hand on his face, and kissed him. Joe closed his eyes and savored the moment. Ed’s hand, his thumb caressing Joe’s jaw, felt warm and comforting.


The kiss broke, and Joe opened his eyes to see Ed looking at him. “Thank you.”


Joe smiled, thankful himself that Ed appeared solemn and wasn’t going to tease him. He still felt like a putz, coming like that. “You’re welcome. Um, I’ll get a wash cloth.”


Ed’s eyes crinkled with his smile, but he didn’t say anything. Smart man.


Joe walked down to the bathroom and washed off before returning with a fresh cloth, which he tossed to Ed before getting dressed.


Chapter 19