cross-posted from: https://lemmynsfw.com/post/18919287
"Dude, you're totally overthinking this," Alex said, nudging me with his elbow. "It's just paint. Chill out."
I glanced around the crowded common room of our co-ed dorm. Neon lights flickered overhead, casting a carnival glow on the assembled students. Murals of abstract splashes and swirls adorned the walls, each one more chaotic than the last. The smell of acrylic paint mixed with the faint scent of sweat and exhilaration in the air.
Alex, my roommate and secret crush, stood beside me, holding a brush loaded with vibrant blue paint. His eyes sparkled with mischief, and a smirk played on his lips as he watched me squirm. I swallowed hard, trying to steady my racing heart.
"Alright, alright," I finally muttered, tearing my gaze away from his magnetic stare. "Let's get this over with."
He chuckled softly, a sound that sent shivers down my spine. "That's the spirit. Now, strip off your shirt."
I hesitated for a moment, then shrugged out of my tee, tossing it onto a nearby chair. My bare skin prickled under the cool air, but it was nothing compared to the heat rising between us. Alex's eyes roved over my chest, lingering on my nipples before meeting my gaze once more.
"Ready?" he asked, voice thick with anticipation.
I nodded, unable to form words. He dipped the brush into the palette of colors laid out before us, then leaned in closer. The warmth of his breath ghosted over my skin as he began to paint.
Earlier that evening, the dorm had erupted into chaos when someone suggested a 'Body Painting Night'. It had started innocently enough—a few friends gathering to unwind after midterms, a couple of drinks to loosen inhibitions. But as the night wore on, the atmosphere grew charged with excitement and unspoken desires.
I had watched, transfixed, as Alex volunteered to be the first canvas. Wearing nothing but a pair of low-slung jeans, he had settled onto a makeshift stool, allowing anyone who wanted to take a turn at painting him. Laughter and cheers filled the room as strokes of color transformed his skin into a living masterpiece.
When it was my turn, I had almost backed out. The thought of others seeing me like that, vulnerable and exposed, made my stomach twist in knots. But Alex's encouraging smile had anchored me. "Come on, man," he had said, clapping a hand on my shoulder. "Don't be shy."
And so, here we were, the two of us alone amid the din of the party, our breaths mingling as Alex worked his brush across my chest. Each stroke was deliberate, calculated, as if he was mapping out more than just a design. My skin tingled under his touch, every sensation heightened by the knowledge that this was just the beginning.
"You okay over there?" Alex asked, his tone casual, yet there was an underlying tension in his voice.
"Yeah," I breathed, my fingers curling into fists at my sides. "Just... focus on the painting."
He chuckled again, a low, throaty sound that sent another wave of heat through me. "Oh, I'm focused," he murmured, his brush moving lower, skimming the edge of my abs. "Trust me."
My breath hitched, and I struggled to keep my composure. Every movement, every brushstroke seemed to carry the weight of unspoken words, of hidden feelings. And as the night progressed, it became clear that neither of us could ignore what was simmering between us any longer.
Alex's lips brushed against my ear, sending a shiver down my spine. His whisper was a soft breath of air that set my nerves alight, the words barely audible over the noise of the party. "Let's take this somewhere private."
My heart pounded in my chest, each beat echoing loudly in my ears. I could feel the heat rising to my cheeks, a mix of excitement and panic swirling inside me. The room seemed to tilt slightly, the world narrowing down to just Alex and his intent gaze. I nodded, unable to form any coherent words, my throat too dry to speak.
He smirked, a knowing look in his eyes, and without another word, he took my hand gently but firmly, leading me through the crowd. We navigated the maze of bodies, some still painting, others laughing or dancing, oblivious to the current that had just pulled us away from them. Alex's grip on my hand was reassuring, grounding me even as my mind raced with possibilities and fears.
We slipped out of the common room and into the quieter, more intimate space of our dorm hallway. The door to our room was only a few steps away, but it felt like an eternity. Every second closer brought with it a surge of anticipation, a cocktail of desire and trepidation that made my head spin.
As we entered the room, Alex closed the door behind us with a click, sealing us in our own bubble of privacy. The silence was deafening after the cacophony of the party, the absence of sound making every small noise—our breathing, the rustle of clothes—magnified tenfold.
"Here," Alex said, his voice carrying a newfound roughness that sent another shiver down my spine. He let go of my hand and stepped back, giving me space but not enough to feel distant. His eyes never left mine, searching, questioning, daring me to make the next move.
I swallowed hard, my tongue darting out to wet my suddenly parched lips. My hands, still trembling slightly, reached up to undo the top buttons of my shirt, hesitating for a moment before continuing. Each button undone revealed more of my chest, the painted colors that Alex had so meticulously applied now taking on a new layer of significance.
"Do you like it?" I asked quietly, almost shyly, as if the answer would determine the course of everything to come.
Alex's lips curled into a sly smile, and he took a step closer, his fingers brushing lightly against the painted design on my chest. "I do," he replied, his voice low and husky. "But I think it's missing something."
Before I could respond, his hands were on me again, this time sliding under the loosened fabric of my shirt. He tugged it off my shoulders, letting it fall to the floor in a heap. My skin prickled at his touch, goosebumps rising where his fingers traced patterns along my sides.
"Turn around," he instructed, his tone brooking no argument.
I obeyed, feeling a thrill of submission mixed with an overwhelming need to please him. My back was to him now, the cool air of the room touching places that had been warmed by his proximity. I heard him move closer, the soft rustle of fabric indicating he was undressing as well.
His hands returned to my body, this time much bolder, running up and down my arms before settling on my shoulders. He kneaded the muscles there, his thumbs pressing deeply into the tension that had been building all night. I groaned softly, the sensation both soothing and electrifying.
"You're so tense," he murmured, his voice a warm breath against my neck. "Let me help with that."
With one hand still massaging my shoulder, his other hand dipped lower, skimming over my abs and then lower still, teasing the waistband of my pants. I sucked in a breath, my hips involuntarily bucking towards his touch.
"Easy," he chuckled, his fingers tightening briefly on my skin. "We have all night."
His words were a promise, a dare, and a reassurance all at once. I bit my lip, trying to focus on the sensations rather than the whirlwind of emotions threatening to overtake me. His hand moved back up, tracing slow circles around my nipples, which had hardened in response to his ministrations.
"Tell me what you want," he demanded, his voice commanding yet inviting. "What do you need right now?"
I turned my head slightly, meeting his gaze over my shoulder. The intensity in his eyes made my breath catch in my throat. "I want... I need you," I confessed, my voice barely above a whisper.
He rewarded my admission with a soft kiss pressed to the nape of my neck, his lips lingering against my skin. "Good," he murmured, his hand moving to cup my erection through the fabric of my pants. "Because I want you too."
His words, combined with the firm pressure of his hand, sent a jolt of arousal through me. I groaned, my body arching into his touch. His fingers deftly unzipped my pants, pushing them down my hips until they pooled at my ankles.
"Lift your foot," he instructed, his voice steady despite the intense look in his eyes.
I did as he asked, stepping out of my pants and kicking them aside. Now fully exposed, I felt a mix of vulnerability and exhilaration. Alex's eyes raked over me, taking in the sight, and I saw a flicker of hunger in his expression.
"Beautiful," he whispered, his hand returning to my cock, stroking me slowly. "Absolutely beautiful."
The praise made my cheeks flush, but I couldn't deny the pleasure coursing through me. His touch was calculated, each stroke deliberate, driving me closer to the edge. I could feel myself tightening, the coil of desire winding tighter and tighter.
"Alex..." I breathed, my voice cracking with the effort to maintain control.
"Shh," he soothed, his thumb flicking over the tip of my cock, spreading pre-cum in a glistening trail. "Just feel. Let it happen."
His words were a permission slip, an invitation to surrender to the sensations overwhelming me. I closed my eyes, focusing on the rhythm of his hand, the way it moved, the heat of his palm against my skin. Each stroke pushed me closer to the brink, and I knew it wouldn't be long before I lost myself completely.
"Alex, I'm close," I warned, my voice strained with effort.
He leaned in, his breath hot against my ear as he gave me a single, final command. "Come for me, Jake. Let go."