I still get this question to date, “How did I fall in love?”
I still remember the day I met Matthew like it was yesterday. I was unpacking boxes in my new apartment, trying to make sense of the chaos around me. The doorbell rang, and I wiped the sweat from my forehead before making my way to the door. I wasn’t expecting anyone so soon.
I opened it to find a charming smile and warm eyes. It was strange how my heart responded to his appearance.
“Hey!”
“Hey, I’m Matthew,” he said, extending his hand. “Welcome to the building.”
I shook his hand, feeling a spark of sweetness. “Thanks, I’m Richard. Nice to meet you.”
I admitted within me that he had the best soft hands in the whole world. A few days later, we met each other at the bus stop, waiting for the bus. We sat next to each other and that was when it all began.
As we chatted, I couldn’t help but notice the way his eyes crinkled at the corners when he laughed. We talked about everything from our jobs to our favorite TV shows. I found myself looking forward to our subsequent conversations.
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It wasn’t awkward. I felt good. I really wanted to have more discussions with him. I could shake off the feelings that I had for him. They were sexual feelings and I hoped he felt the same way.
One evening, Matthew invited me to a party. “Hey, Richard, I want to come with me to Alex’s party tonight?” he asked, knocking on my door. I did not hesitate.
I agreed, and we spent the evening dancing and laughing together. As we talked, I realized I was having more fun than I’d had in weeks. Matthew was easy to talk to, and I found myself opening up to him in ways I never thought possible.
As the night wore on, we found ourselves lost in conversation. Matthew told me about his passion for photography, and I shared my love of writing. It was like we’d known each other for years. We blended and the moments were golden. I will forever cherish them. Then, suddenly, he locked his eyes with mine. I melted in the seat. My heart throbbed, I felt it
At one point, Matthew turned to me and said, “Richard, can I tell you something?”
I nodded, feeling a sense of anticipation. “Yeah, come on.” He answered giving him a smile.
“I think I might have feelings for you,” he said, his voice low and serious.
My heart skipped a beat. I looked into his eyes and saw something there that I hadn’t seen before; a yearning and a desire.
“Matthew, I have feelings for you too,” I said my voice barely above a whisper.
Richard’s face lit up with a smile, and he took my hand. We sat there for a moment, looking into each other’s eyes. Then, he came closer, tilting his head, and went straight for my waiting lips. We kissed. It was mutual and we loved it.
What was strange was that I thought Matthew was straight. He had a girlfriend, one he had told me about.
“I want to be real to myself and to every other person out there.” He responded when I asked about Emmie, his alleged girlfriend.
As the days turned into weeks, our relationship blossomed. We explored the city together, holding hands and laughing. We tried new restaurants, visited museums, and even took a weekend trip to the beach.
One evening, as we sat on the couch watching the sunset, Matthew turned to me and said, “I’m so glad we met, Richard.”
I smiled, feeling grateful. “Me too, Matthew. I never thought I’d find someone like you. I don’t deserve you.”
His smile was contagious and I could never have enough of it. I drew him closer and planted a kiss on his lips and as I looked into his eyes, I knew that I had found my forever love.
We talked long into the night, sharing our hopes and dreams. We laughed and joked. As the night drew to a close, Matthew leaned in and kissed me. It was a soft, gentle kiss, but it sent shivers down my spine.
“I love you, Richard,” he whispered.
“I love you too, Matthew,” I replied, my heart full of joy.
And as we hugged each other tightly, I knew that I had found my soulmate. How love turns! I did not know it could be better with the same gender.
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