Jay had found out on the bus ride to the hotel that he was rooming with Nathan and he was excited about the idea. Being new to the team, Jay didn't know too many of the players, but he had already chosen the ones he'd like to get to know a little better. Nathan was tall and slim but with nice broad shoulders. He had mousy brown hair and deep brown eyes that Jay often caught himself staring into when they talked. He really hoped Nathan hadn't noticed as well. Jay hadn't yet determined whether his deeper interest in some of his teammates would be accepted as willingly as during his other recent sporting ventures. He planned on finding that our gradually and seeing as Nathan was one of the best looking guys on the team, Jay thought that maybe this trip was a good place to start.
Nathan was sitting with his best friend Brendan in another section of the bus when the rooms were announced. Despite a small pang of disappointment Nathan didn't really mind the change. Jay was a nice guy and they seemed to get along pretty well. Although Jay was shorter than him, Nathan had noticed that he was definitely more muscular and when they'd chatted Nathan had noticed the intensity of Jay's striking blue eyes. Sharing a room on this footy tour wouldn't be too big of a deal. But Nathan had to admit to himself that it wasn't what he had been hoping for this weekend.
Jay spent the rest of the bus ride thinking through the weekend and what it was going to be like sharing with Nathan. Although he was clearly popular, Nathan was one of the quieter members of the team. Jay had often noticed Brendan, with all of his brashness and bravado, taking center stage, while Nathan placed himself a step behind, enjoying the entertaining nature of his best friend. Jay wondered what Nathan would be like without such a strong personality in front of him.
The problem Nathan had with this new set up was that he'd assumed he was going to be sharing with Brendan, his best mate. They had shared a room for the last three road trips and had some pretty handy ground rules set up. They'd stretched a few boundaries as well.
The football team alighted from the bus and grabbed their bags. Jay noticed that Nathan was walking with Brendan. He knew they were best friends and had often wondered how close they really were. Brendan was one of the biggest studs on the team, always chasing girls and getting as much female attention as he wanted in return. Jay, despite his secrets, ensured he kept up appearances and in a short time had already impressed with some regular conquests. Although his last sporting team had been more than receptive to his interest he had had enough trouble with sporting types in the past to be wary.
Nathan was reluctant to separate from his best friend once they were off the bus. He knew that rooming with Brendan was guaranteed to be a comfortable and fun weekend, especially considering their last trip. Jay was an unknown quantity. Rumors had spread about his prowess with the ladies and Nathan was sure it was unlikely that the same level of comfort would be achieved. He turned and saw Jay heading into a room and decided to bite the bullet and get to know his companion for the weekend.
Jay was unpacking his bag when Nathan entered. He had made sure to leave his more personal items in the suitcase and was trying to jam it under the bed when his roommate arrived.
"Hey Nathan how you doing?" Jay looked up as he placed his footy boots in the wardrobe.
"Great man. Always love these trips," Nathan slung his bag onto the bed and sat down. "Bus trip takes it out of me though."
"Yeah I know what you mean. I usually try to unpack first, grab a shower and then get some fresh air to perk myself up a bit. Maybe go for a run."
"Good idea. I'll either shower first or have a bit of nap."
