Gusmas 2011: Christmas Compromises Title: Christmas Compromises, part four Series: Christmas Compromises Author: Moonbrightnites Prompt: Restless Prompt: This is a post-513 series that will include all the prompts.
Afterward, Justin is quiet. He doesn’t want to curl up within Brian’s arms or kiss or talk –- instead, he wipes himself clean, tugs on his pants, and returns his attention to the tree. He strings bare limbs with lights before trying various arrangements of ornaments. After each effort he steps back, frowning.
“It isn’t right,” he murmurs again and again as Brian watches in mounting concern.
“It’s a Christmas tree,” Brian finally snaps. “Not your magnum opus. Relax.”
Justin fixes him with a glare. “Of course you don’t understand.”