Rated PG unless otherwise indicated. Here is a continuation of my previous stories. I have back tracked a little from my Winter Solstice story. Noah and Luke did attend the dance, but they didn't sleep together afterward. Just thought I would add some more angst before that happens. There are 12 installments. I will add them every couple of days or so. Enjoy.

Section 1

Luke had just come out of class. He stopped in the hall to place his book in his backpack when he heard someone call him.

"Hey Luke," Roth called.

He turned toward the voice. "Roth, hey. How are you?"

Roth smiled. "Fine. Haven't seen you much since the dance."

Luke nodded. "Yeah, I've been really busy trying to catch up. I was way behind after the accident. I just finished my last final. I can't believe that I didn't have to take an incomplete on anything."

Roth patted Luke on the shoulder, then let his hand rest there. "That's great. I meant to tell you that I was glad to see you back on your feet, but we didn't get much of a chance to talk at the dance."

Luke shrugged off Roth's hand. Roth seemed nice, but something about him made Luke a little uneasy. "I'm sorry Noah and I cut out on you guys like that. The party just got to be too much for me. I guess I tried to take on too much, too soon."

Roth nodded. "Yeah, I could see that. Those parties can get kind of loud and wild. You guys missed quite the after set though. Maybe we can get together during the break."

Luke tilted his head to the side. He wasn't quite sure what Roth meant. "Oh, you mean Kenny, Bob, and the rest. That might be fun," Luke finally said with a smile.

Roth stepped in and put his hand on Luke's waist. "No, I meant the two of us. I think we really hit it off earlier in the year. I don't think it's a secret, I'm attracted to you and when we were talking over coffee that day, I got the impression that you felt the same."

Luke stepped back. "Roth. You know that I'm seeing Noah."

Roth shrugged his shoulders. "Yeah, I know, but I also know that Noah is confused right now. He was dating Maddie there for awhile. I heard his father was killed in jail. He's just come out and probably doesn't know what he wants. I, on the other hand, know exactly what I want."

Luke couldn't believe what he was hearing. "You don't know anything about Noah, or me. Yeah, he had some problems, but he has worked through them. We are closer then we have ever been."

Roth smirked. "Yeah right. The two of you are hot and heavy. I can see that. I tell you I can do things to you that Noah wouldn't even think of. You know you are attracted to me, why don't you admit it? I don't care if you are with Noah. I'm willing to share."

Luke was starting to get angry. "Share. Let me tell you something Roth. When I met you I thought that you were nice. We had a couple of things in common and yeah maybe I thought we could have something, but that was then. This is now and I have no desire to sleep with you."

Roth continued to probe. "Oh, so you are getting all you need from Noah. Physically, I mean."

Luke had had enough. "That is none of your business."

Roth stepped in again. He grabbed Luke by the front of his pants and pulled him closer to him. "That answered my question. You might be satisfied with Noah for now, but he is new to the game and when he's figured it out he will toss you like he did Maddie." He leaned in and whispered in Luke's ear. "...and I will be waiting."

Roth stepped back and turned to walk away. Luke watched him and then turned to adjust his shirt. As he did he felt two hands around his waist and he jumped.

"Whoa, what's wrong?" Noah said. Luke turned and was relieved to see that it was Noah.

"Nothing. You just surprised me."

Noah smiled. "Sorry. I didn't mean to. How did your exam go?"

Luke, still a little shaken, shrugged his shoulders. "Okay. I guess. I'm just glad that it is over." Noah put his arm around Luke's waist. "Yeah, I feel the same way. What do you say we go to Al's and get something to eat?"

Luke put his arm around Noah's waist. "Sounds good."

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Noah led Luke into his apartment. "So, why did you change your mind about Al's?"

Luke walked over to the sofa and sat down. "Just wasn't that hungry I guess. I'm kind of tired, just wanted to go someplace quiet."

Noah walked over to the refrigerator. "Do you want something to drink? A soda or water?"

Luke was still a little lost in his thoughts. Roth had a lot of nerve, but could some of what he had said have been right? Luke shook the thoughts from his mind.

Noah spoke a little louder. "What would you like?"

Luke snapped back to the present. "What?"

Noah walked over to Luke and handed him a soda. "Where are you? You have been out of it since we were on campus."

Luke took the drink from Noah. "Guess I've got a lot on my mind. It's been a tough week. I'm having trouble winding down."

Noah put his drink on the table. "I think I can help with that. Turn around."

Luke looked quizzically at Noah and then turned and faced the other direction. Noah began to massage Luke's shoulders. The mere touch of his hands made him melt. All the bad thoughts began to disappear and all he could think of was what was happening right now. "That feels sooo good."

Noah continued his treatment for a little while and then paused. "I have an idea. Why don't you lay on your stomach and get comfortable. I'll go in the bathroom and get some oil."

Luke turned and looked at Noah. He was such a good man. How could he ever have doubts about him? "Okay."

As Noah got up to go to the bathroom, Luke removed his shirt and laid down on the sofa.

Noah returned with the oil. "Now just relax and let me do all the work." Noah straddled Luke's midsection and began to massage his shoulders and back. "Let me know if I'm doing it too hard."

Luke enjoyed the feel of Noah's hands on his body. He was so caught up in the sensations that without thinking he began to let out low moans.

Noah leaned down near Luke's ear. "I can feel you loosening up already."

Luke rested his head on his arms. "You have magic fingers, Mr. Mayer. I could get used to this."

Noah smiled. "Oh, you can get used to this all you want. I look forward to any excuse to put my hands on you."

Luke turned over. "You don't need an excuse." He reached up and put his hands on Noah's chest. "I love it when you touch me."

Noah leaned over Luke and kissed him gently on the lips. "How about when I kiss you?"

Luke smiled and placed his hands on either side of Noah's face. "I like that even more." Luke pulled Noah into another kiss.

The two men enjoyed the taste of each other. First slowly, than a little more urgently. Noah's hands moved over Luke's body, still covered with the oil from the massage. Luke began to pull at Noah's shirt, finally getting it out of his pants. He slid it up and worked his hands beneath his shirt. Luke's tongue found Noah's and the two fought with each other. They gasped for air as they fought to get closer to each other. Just then there was a knock on the door. Noah lifted up. "Who could that be?"

Luke held on to Noah. "Who cares? Don't answer it."

Noah began to push up off the sofa. "Maybe it's the super. He was supposed to come fix the shower."

Luke reluctantly let Noah get up and reached for his shirt.

Noah opened the door. "Roth."

Luke looked up. "What is he doing here?" Luke whispered to himself.

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Roth stepped inside. "Hey Noah." He waved at Luke. "Luke."

Noah closed the door and turned. "What brings you here?"

Roth opened his backpack. "I was picking up my term paper at Prof. Cummings' office and I noticed that yours was still there, so I told him I would drop it off for you."

Noah took the paper from Roth's hand. "Oh, thanks. You didn't have to do that."

Roth threw his backpack over his shoulder. "No problem. I was in the area." Roth turned and looked at Luke and began to suck his lower lip. "I hope I didn't interrupt you two."

Roth's gaze made Luke feel uncomfortable, so he quickly put his shirt on. "No, you're not interrupting anything."

Roth smiled at Luke, liking that he could make him feel uneasy. "Good. I had another reason for stopping by."

Noah watched Luke put on his shirt, kind of disappointed. "What would that be?"

Roth turned to look at Noah. "The guys were getting together to celebrate the end of the semester. I thought you guys might want to join us."

Noah gave a half smile. "Well, that's nice of you to think of us, but..."

Roth interrupted. "Oh come on. We were having such a good time the other night. The guys really want to get to know the two of you better. We are really a good group of guys and Eddie throws some party. You won't want to miss it. It's the end of the term, the holidays, and a good way to blow off some steam. Everyone will be there. It's a good way to meet people. You guys need to get in the loop."

Noah looked around Roth at Luke. Luke just shrugged his shoulders. "Well, maybe we'll stop by for a little while, later."

Roth nodded. "Cool. I'll tell the guys you'll be there." Roth headed for the door. "I'll see you guys later."

Noah turned to close the door behind Roth. "See you later."

Noah walked back over to Luke and sat down next to him. "Are you sure you don't mind going? You said that you were tired."

Luke shook his head. "No, I don't mind. We have all winter break and we'll just be there for a little while."

Noah smiled. "That's great. Since coming out I've pretty much kind of hung around you, not that I mind spending time with you. It would be nice to spend some time with other gays. Where you don't have to pretend anything."

Luke got up from the sofa. "I should go home and change."

Noah hugged Luke and kissed him gently on the lips. "I'll pick you up at about 8."

Luke walked out the door and closed it behind him. He leaned on the wall and felt like he had been hit in the stomach. Why did he feel that this was a big mistake?

Coming soon: Wrapped Up
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