"Yes…" Rafael said, his voice slightly strained as he tried to avert his eyes from Marco's piercing gaze.
But Marco caught on quickly, his hand clapsing Rafael's chin, turning his eyes back to him.
"How long have you known him?" Marco asked, his eyes still locked onto Rafael's, clearly conveying words that he was watching him closely.
"He's been my friend since the beginning of senior year. And though he's gay, he has no interest in me," Rafael finally answered. Only then did Marco's hand leave his chin.
Rafael felt a brief wave of relief, expecting Marco's intense gaze to relent, but instead, Marco's face moved closer to his.
Marco placed a hand on Rafael's shoulder before claiming Rafael's lips with his own. Rafael could have stopped it as there was nothing obstructing him, but he had to admit that he also wanted to feel Marco's lips on his.
