It all started in College. I was just a freshman, so was he. I was a shy, thin young boy who couldn't keep eye contact and for the love of God, could never make friends. So, naturally, I was sitting alone on the first bench. The boring class went on and on and didn't show any sign of stopping, when suddenly out of nowhere, someone called out the Professor and asked a question. Now, the question I don't remember, but I do remember that I knew I was going to be his from then on.
However, things don't always go to plan and even though I knew what I wanted, I never had the courage to even look at him, much rather approach him. And how I could I as well? He was the most popular guy in class, surrounded by girls and guys alike everybody wanted to be his friend. And why wouldn't they? He was a tall, good looking, guy with just enough muscle and a lot of body hair. He was the alpha. So, as you know.. Months go by and nothing happens. Until one day...
The professor entered the class and told us that he was going to hold a presentation and that he would be pairing us with a random person from the class. The presentation would be taken individually but the two people had the same topic and as such were to collaborate and help each other. I was petrified at the thought and was sitting there nearly about to pee my pants. One by one, the professor kept pairing us until my roll number came and he uttered the sentence, "Paul, you're going to be partners with Neil." Now here is where the story starts.
As soon as the Professor said that sentence, I was frozen. I didn't know how to react. I was terrified of course but also turned on.. "My long gestating dream might finally come true" I thought.
So, as these things go.. After the professor left the class, Neil came up to me to discuss about the presentation. I managed to say some words even in this state "um, yeah.. Why don't you come over? Or.. Um, should.. I? Whatever you say.. I'll.. do it" He was a little freaked out ngl, but he did agree to come over at my house in the evening.
I ran home that day and cleaned my room like anything.. I prepared what I wanted to discuss regarding the presentation and everything and I sat and waited... And waited.. And waited. Finally I heard the bell ring. He was THREE HOURS LATE. It was really late but my parents weren't home and I didn't think too much of it and just ran down stairs and opened the door. And there he was.. All sweaty from gym and wearing only a tank top and shorts with the latest adidas sneakers and a gym bag in hand. "I hope I'm not too late" He said. "It's no big deal.. I scheduled early" I said. "Yeah, looks like you did, huh? Hehe" He chuckled. But something about the way he said it made me realise that he wasn't joking and that he was exactly the type I wanted him to be.