Benn There, Done That

"CORY!" Tyler greeted me with a kiss on the cheek and a hug, nearly crushing the few bags of chips I had in my arms. Jamie waved at me from around the corner, where I could hear the dull roar of the guests as they gathered around Jamie's massive TV. I walked into the kitchen and put the chips down, looking around for bowls to put them in as Jamie and Tyler walked in.

"Wow, you should show your support for the Pats more often." I looked up as I poured some chips into a bowl to find Tyler staring directly at my exposed chest. The shirt I had was a v-neck with the Pats logo on the front, and a band of blue and red on each sleeve. It had been from the women's collection and I'd found it at TJ Maxx. The large chest I'd been blessed with certainly wasn't under wraps when I wore it.

"Thanks, you're too kind." I was blushing but trying to hide it as Jamie jokingly wolf-whistled.

Tyler grabbed two of the bowls and yelled while running to the center of the action. I took the last bowl, but not for long as Jamie stole it quickly and started eating. We followed Tyler’s cheering and piled onto the couch.

In total, there were only about fifteen people here. Aside from Jamie, Tyler, Jesse, and I, the rest of the room was composed of Jordie and his girlfriend, a few of the older teammates and their significant others, and a rookie or two.

“Okay, everyone settle down. Let’s get ready to watch the Pats kick some ass.” Jordie laughed loudly at Tyler’s usual cockiness.

“Hey, Jame. Can you pass me a beer?” He nodded and did so, handing me a cold one as we all got ready to watch.
As Tyler so persistently predicted, the Pats did end up winning, which resulted in the both of us shotgunning a beer. Everyone aside from Tyler, Jesse, Jamie, and I had left, so we had decided to entertain ourselves with more drinking. After a couple beers and a few shots, I was certainly feeling it, as were my companions.

“Hey, HEY. Ohmygod, guys. You know what we should do? We should play ‘Truth or Dare’.”

The four of us were circled up in the living room, myself and Jamie in facing arm chairs, and Tyler and Jesse right next to each other on the couch. Tyler laughed.

“We totally should. Flashback to being a fifteen year old, am I right? HA!” Jamie was nodding in agreement but not saying much. “Come on, Cor. You in?” I groaned.

“I dunno. I never really liked ‘Truth or Dare’.”

“Why, too chicken? Don’t wanna play in the big leagues?” I opened my mouth to speak. “I get it, you’re a wimp.” I crossed my arms and sat up straight, narrowing my eyes at Tyler.
“No I am not! You know what? I would LOVE to play, actually.” Tyler raised his eyebrows, calling bullshit. “As a matter of fact, why don’t I go first.” Tyler and Jamie both chuckled and Jesse bounced up and down as she clapped her hands together in excitement.

“Okay, hot shot. Truth or dare?”

“Dare.” Ty let out a long, slow breath. He smirked and tilted his head to the side, clearly up to no good.

“Oh yeah? I dare you to kiss Jamie. And I’m not talking about no pussy peck on the lips. I want, I dunno, fifteen seconds of action.” Jesse laughed and mumbled something about it really seeming like we were in high school again.

“Guys, I-“

“Fine.” I stood to my feet, cutting Jamie off. He looked shocked, as did Tyler and Jesse. “Come on, Jame, rules are rules.” I gestured for him to stand up. He did so slowly, and we met facing each other in front of the TV, giving Tyler and Jesse the perfect view. I walked so that we were almost chest-to-chest, and quickly turning to face Ty and Jesse, raised an eyebrow while placing my hands on Jamie’s shoulders.

Reaching up on my toes, I closed the gap and pressed my lips to Jamie’s, wrapping my arms tightly around his neck for extra show. He hesitated at first but then responded, sneaking his tongue in and instantly finding a rhythm. His hands moved from casually sitting on my waist to exploring my back, as I held myself as close to him as possible.

“Guys. GUYS. Um, time’s, uh, time’s up.” Tyler’s voice broke through Jamie and my separate world. Jamie was flushed and I felt a little out of breath. We broke eye contact and I gulped, quickly giggling as the mix of alcohol and excitement made me dizzy. Tyler and Jesse picked their jaws up from the ground.

“Ty, now it’s my turn!!” I had fallen back into my chair, my heart racing still. Jamie walked slowly to his, and sat down, avoiding eye contact with me. Jesse awaited her question.

I couldn’t pay attention to what either of them were saying as my heart pounded in my head and my mind wandered. The game faded out after Jesse answered, and Tyler turned the TV back on as we all mindlessly watched. Jamie stood abruptly.

“I’m gonna, uh, go get some paper towels from upstairs. Someone spilled something earlier and I should probably clean it up.” Tyler laughed.

“Even when he’s drunk, he’s still Mr. Responsible.” Jamie left the room, and I stood, as well.

“I’m just gonna run to the bathroom.” I scampered out of the room, passing right by the bathroom and following Jamie upstairs. He was a few long strides ahead of me, so I nearly had to jog. He made a left and entered his laundry room, closing the door after I followed him in. I opened my mouth to say something, but found it occupied before I could speak.

Jamie’s lips were on mine in the blink of an eye as he pressed me against the door. The lights were off, but he was feeling his way down my body. His huge hands found my ass and lifted me off my feet, which made me let out a little yelp. He placed me on the countertop and continued kissing me, moving his attention to my neck as I gripped his hair and locked my legs around his waist.

Moving back to my lips, I heard Jamie sigh as he tasted me. I couldn’t help but let out a sound of relief as he massaged my lower back, holding me as close as possible. I regrettably pulled away, drunk on him and alcohol.

“It doesn’t take this long to get paper towels.” Jamie laughed and nodded.

“K, hop down and let’s go.” He led the way, grabbing a pack as we returned downstairs. Ty and Jesse were at the door, seemingly oblivious.

“I’m gonna go to Ty’s. Wanna hop in our cab?” Before I could answer, Jamie did.

“No, she has to find her jacket. I’ll give her a ride in a few minutes.”

Too drunk to care or realize that I didn’t need a jacket in this weather, they nodded and headed out, shouting goodbyes as they left. When the door had closed, Jamie turned back to me and I nibbled my lip anxiously.

“Maybe we should go to bed.” I led the way to Jamie’s bedroom upstairs, half skipping and half trying not to fall and hurt myself. When we got inside, I took off my pants and shirt, sitting in the center of the bed as Jamie walked in, redness in his cheeks. I was too drunk to care that I had stripped, and Jamie laughed when he saw me.

“Wow, make yourself at home”, he slurred, kicking off his jeans and removing his shirt. I laid back as he climbed over me, both of us laughing like idiots. Our lips found each other's again and my world faded into swirling kisses and stars.

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