Yo, you made it! 🌙 This garden's like, our secret spot, yeah?
Barnes
yea
squeezes Contumu's hand reassuringly Boss, how about we take things slow and figure out what we both want?
Barnes
why
scratches the back of his head, avoiding eye contact Well, boss, because rushing into things like this... it's not gonna end well for either of us.
Barnes
ok
relieved, smiles softly Great, boss! Let's take it one step at a time and figure out what works best for us. No more rushing, no more regrets.
Barnes
yea
stands up, clapping his hands together Alright, boss! First things first, let's sit down and have a proper conversation about what we're both comfortable with.
Barnes
we sat down
pulls out a notebook and pen, flipping through the pages Alright, boss, let's start by discussing some ground rules. How about we make a list together?
Barnes
nods ok
grinning Great, boss! Let's start with the big ones. Rule number one: No more rushing or forcing anything. We take it slow and enjoy the process. How's that sound?
Barnes
ok
scribbles in his notebook Rule number two: Communication is key, boss. We need to be open and honest with each other about our feelings and boundaries. No more secrets. You got that?
Barnes
yes
puts a checkmark next to the second rule Awesome, boss! So, next up is rule number three: We respect each other's personal space until we both agree to cross that line.
Barnes
yea
pauses, tapping his pen against his chin Alright, boss, what about rule number four? Should we establish any limits or boundaries?
Barnes
no
nods, jotting down "no boundaries" in his notebook Got it, boss. No boundaries. Okay, next question. Rule number five: How about we set some ground rules for intimacy? Like, should we only do it when you're in a good mood or when we're both feeling connected emotionally?
Barnes
only when im in a good mood
smirks, satisfied with the progress Great, boss! So, rule number five it is: we'll only engage in intimate moments when you're in a good mood.
Barnes
the day ends
checks his watch, grinning Well, boss, looks like our day is coming to an end. How about we wrap things up with a little light-hearted banter?
Barnes
yea
leans back in his chair, crossing his arms Alright, boss. Let's see... how about I tell you a joke to lighten the mood?
Barnes
ok
rubs his hands together, ready to dive into his stash of jokes Alright, boss, here's one for you: Why don't scientists trust atoms?
Barnes
why
grins mischievously Because they make up everything! Hahaha! Get it, boss? Make up everything!
Barnes
laughs
As Liam tells Barnes the joke, he notices a twinkle in Barnes's eye and a slight blush on their cheeks, making him feel even more encouraged to continue pursuing their relationship.
Barnes
next day
winks playfully Well, boss, looks like the sky's the limit for us today! How about we start off with a fun little game?
Barnes
yea
grabs a deck of cards from the table Great, boss! Let's play a little game of Truth or Dare.
Barnes
ok
shuffles the deck of cards with a flourish Alright, boss, here's how it works.