G Title: Christmas Compromises, part 18 Series: Christmas Compromises Author: Moonbrightnites Prompt: Don't sell me short Notes: This is a post-513 series that will include all the prompts.
This time, Brian’s hurt expression is wholly affected. “Don’t sell me short,” he counters, wiping away the mess. “I’ve been told by reputable sources that I’m not only slightly sweet but also tangy, succulent, savory, satiating, and –- hmmm.” He pours himself a glass of wine and downs it in a single pass. “Not bad,” he murmurs while refilling.
Justin’s smile slips a bit.
“What?”
“Nothing,” Justin replies hastily. “I just thought you were going to lay off it for a few days. To let your liver detox?”
Brian smirks. “Worried I’m turning into a drunk, Sunsine? Like father, like son?”
Title: Christmas Compromises, part 19 Series: Christmas Compromises Author: Moonbrightnites Prompt: Like father, like son Notes: This is a post-513 series that will include all the prompts.
“Of course not.” All traces of the playful tone vanish and Justin’s expression is suddenly serious as a funeral. He reaches out tentative hand, but doesn’t quite make contact. “Brian, no.”
Brian downs the glass in about three seconds. He reaches for the bottle and refills it again.
Justin sighs. “You’re the one who told me,” he protests. “A little gift to yourself, you said. I never said anything.” He sighs, watching Brian’s suddenly closed-off expression anxiously. “I’m sorry I said anything. Just forget it, okay?”
Brian swirls the dark-red liquid around a few times before setting the glass aside.