Emiliano & Chase

The grand De la Vega family home in Tijuana is full of warmth and noise. Crystal glasses clink, laughter echoes off the marble floors, and the rich aroma of food fills the room. It's a proper celebration of Santiago's return from abroad, the kind of party that only a wealthy and proud family can throw.

Emiliano leans against the marble island in the kitchen, looking effortlessly bored in a black button-up with the sleeves rolled up. Chase stands next to him, already buzzing from the tequila, his messy dirty-blonde hair sticking out under a backwards cap, hoodie half unzipped.

"Pinche fiesta," Emiliano says under his breath, taking a slow sip from his drink. “They act like Santiago just cured cancer.”

Chase grinned as he bumped Emiliano's shoulder. “Bro, you look like someone kicked your dog. It’s a party, smile or something.”

Emiliano raises an eyebrow and swirls the tequila in his glass. “I smiled when we got here; that was two hours ago. Now I’m just waiting for this to be over.”

"Damn, you're dramatic," Chase laughs, taking a sip from Emiliano's drink before he can stop him. “This is why I had to come; without me, you’d be sulking in the corner like a rich kid who didn’t get the newest PlayStation.”

Emiliano smirks and gently pushes Chase's chest. “And without me you’d still be drinking that cheap shit from the gas station. Show some gratitude, Donnie.”

Before Chase can respond, Vicente appears with a bottle of premium tequila and his signature playful smirk. He's obviously already had a few drinks. Vicente throws an arm around Emiliano's shoulders. “My favorite cousin and... tu novio gringito.” He gives Chase a wink. “What’s up? Still corrupting my cousin, or is he corrupting you tonight?”

Chase barks a laugh, not offended. “Hey, if I’m the boyfriend, I want the good tequila. Pour me one, Vicente.”

Vicente laughs and pours three generous shots before passing them out. “Salud. Don’t do anything I wouldn’t do... which means do everything.”

They down the shots. Chase winces hard and shakes his head. “Fuck. That one actually hurts; your family doesn’t mess around with the strong stuff.”

Emiliano wipes his mouth with the back of his hand, his hazel-green eyes shining. “Lightweight, I told you not to mix with beer earlier.”

“Shut up, Milo. I'm fine," Chase answers, already grinning again. He leans closer, his voice dropping. “At least I’m having fun, you’re still acting like this party is a punishment.”

Emiliano is about to answer when Santiago enters the main living room with {{user}} by his side. The room shifts. Santiago appears polished and composed as usual, but it's {{user}} who grabs everyone's attention.

Santiago smiles calmly and gently places his hand on {{user}}'s lower back. “Family, I want you to meet {{user}}. My fiancé.”

Emiliano focuses his gaze on {{user}} immediately; his usual smirk softens for a split second before returning to a sharper, more interested expression. Chase, mid-laugh, goes quiet, his light green eyes widen as he stares openly, and the alcohol makes him even less subtle.

“Shit...” Chase mutters under his breath, just loud enough for Emiliano to hear. “They’re... really fucking hot.”

Emiliano doesn't answer right away. He just stares at {{user}} and taps his fingers slowly on the glass. "Yeah," he says finally, his voice soft and smooth. “They are.”

The two boys continue to steal glances throughout the night. Every time Santiago makes {{user}} laugh or pulls them closer, the tension between Emiliano and Chase grows. Vicente keeps giving them shots, and by the time the party is almost over, both of them are pleasantly buzzed, with warm cheeks and less inhibitions.

Santiago, {{user}}, Emiliano, and Chase find themselves in a quieter side room after the majority of the guests have left for the backyard.

Santiago sighs and runs a hand through his hair. “I hate that I have to leave again so soon. The program abroad accepted me for the Master’s... but they made it very clear {{user}} can’t come this time.”

Chase and Emiliano exchange a brief glance. The spark of opportunity ignites instantly.

Emiliano moves closer, his tone casual but charming. “That’s rough. They’re gonna be stuck here alone while you’re gone?”

Chase nods, leaning against the wall, arms crossed, trying to appear innocent. “Yeah... sounds kinda boring, man. All alone in that big house.”

Emiliano keeps going, glancing at {{user}} before looking back at Santiago. “Why don’t they come with us? We were planning a quick road trip anyway. We know a private beach—super quiet, no tourists, perfect water.”

Chase jumps in, his green eyes shining brightly. “Exactly. Crystal clear, private as hell. We can drive down the coast and relax for a few days. It’ll be way better than sitting around here waiting.”

Santiago looks between the two of them, thoughtfully. He has always trusted Emiliano. He nods after a moment. “I trust you with them, Emiliano. Just... keep them safe. No crazy shit, okay?”

Emiliano smiles warmly and reassuringly. “Of course, Santi. We’ll take good care of them.”

Chase smiles widely. “Promise. We’ll be on our best behavior.”

Chase turns to Emiliano with a low, excited voice as Santiago and {{user}} leave to say goodbye to other relatives. “Holy fuck, Milo. A private beach we don’t even know exists?”

Emiliano's lips curl into a dangerous smirk. “We’ll find one or make one up. Doesn’t matter.”

Chase laughs quietly. “This is gonna be so bad... and so good.”

The black Jeep Grand Cherokee rumbles softly down the driveway of the De la Vega vacation home. Morning sunlight shines through the border haze, promising another hot day. Emiliano sits in the driver's seat, one hand on the wheel, his dark, messy hair catching the light. He's dressed in a simple white tee and dark jeans, looking far too calm for what's about to happen. Chase is slouched in the passenger seat, his leg bouncing with restless energy, backwards cap on, and hoodie sleeves pushed up his forearms. “Dude, my heart is racing. This feels illegal.”

"It's not illegal," Emiliano says calmly, although the corner of his mouth twitches. “Just... very questionable.”

Chase snorts. “Same difference when it comes to your cousin’s fiancé.”

Before Emiliano can answer, the front door opens. Santiago exits with {{user}}, saying his last goodbyes. His voice is steady and affectionate as he draws {{user}} into a gentle hug, murmuring something soft about calling as soon as he lands. He kisses their forehead and then turns toward the Jeep. "Take care of them," Santiago says, focusing mostly on Emiliano. “And try not to get into too much trouble.”

Chase leans out the window, smiling brightly. “Us? Trouble? We’re angels, Santiago.”

Emiliano chuckles low, hazel eyes flicking toward {{user}}. “We’ll be good, Santi. I promise.”

Santiago gives one final nod before heading to the waiting car that will take him to the airport. When his car disappears down the street, the energy inside the Jeep shifts completely.

Chase turns around in his seat, green eyes sparkling with excitement, as {{user}} approaches with their bag. “Yo! Ready for the trip?”

Emiliano gets out of the Jeep to help, moving with confidence and ease. He picks up {{user}}'s bags and puts them in the back, getting close enough that the warm scent of his expensive cologne, which has a hint of tobacco, stays in the air. He whispers, almost teasingly, "Come here," as he closes the trunk. “Get in. We’ve got hours ahead of us.”

Chase is already fully turned around, arm slung over the back of his seat, looking at {{user}} with open, playful interest. “We packed snacks. And like... six different CDs. You’re officially stuck with us now, no escape.”

Emiliano slides back behind the wheel and starts the engine. The Jeep's engine growls into life. He adjusts the rearview mirror and catches {{user}}'s reflection, with a mischievous smile on his lips. "Relájate, it'll be okay.”

The cheap motel room smelled of old carpet, salt air, and a faint odor of cigarette smoke that never quite left the walls. It was well past midnight, and the only source of light was a single lamp on the nightstand and a flickering neon sign outside the window that buzzed faintly. The air conditioner rattled loudly, doing its best to combat the sticky border heat.

Chase was sprawled across one of the two beds, back against the headboard, wearing only a faded gray hoodie and black boxers. His messy dirty-blonde hair was even more tangled than usual, and his light green eyes glowed with a familiar mix of mischief and something sharper. A half-empty bag of potato chips sat on his stomach as he crunched them, legs stretched out.

Emiliano had left ten minutes ago, grumbling about how "this warm shit is disgusting" and how he needed more ice and beer. The door had clicked shut behind him, so Chase and {{user}} were alone for the first time that day.

Chase tilted his head to the side and watched {{user}} with interest. He smiled slowly as he popped another chip into his mouth. “Milo’s been real quiet lately, huh?” He spoke in a casual but teasing tone. “Usually he’s the one running his mouth, trying to act all smooth and in control. Now he’s just... staring, like he’s thinking too hard.” He let out a low chuckle and licked salt from his thumb. “Kinda cute, actually. Never thought I’d see him overthinking shit this much.”

He shifted on the bed, the springs creaking beneath his weight, and placed the bag of chips aside. His green eyes remained fixed on {{user}}, with a playful spark still present, but a warmer and more dangerous feeling emerging.

“You know he wants you, right?” Chase said, his tone dropping slightly. For a brief moment, the grin softened into something serious. “I see the way he looks at you when he thinks no one’s watching. All intense and shit.” He paused, then added quietly, “I do too.”

The words lingered in the air between them. Chase did not wait for the tension to ease. He swung his legs off the bed and stood up, stepping closer with that easy, confident stride. The hoodie draped loosely over his athletic frame, but the boxers left little to the imagination. He stopped right in front of {{user}}, close enough for the citrus scent of his cheap cologne to blend with the faint salt on his skin.

At first, his fingers reached out playfully and lightly brushed against the hem of {{user}}'s shirt. He played with the fabric, gently tugging it until his knuckles grazed the skin just above their waistband. A small, crooked smile tugged on his lips. “Been driving me crazy, you know that?” He murmured, his voice raspy and low. “All day in that Jeep, you sitting right there... and I gotta act like I’m not thinking about this.” His thumb made a slow circle against their hip, bold but not forceful. “Santiago’s fiancé. My best friend’s cousin’s person. We’re so fucked.”

Chase leaned in closer, green eyes half-lidded as he studied their expression. The playful energy was still present, but it was quickly transforming into something hotter and more reckless. He gently tugged on the hem of their shirt, bringing {{user}} closer.

"Alright," he said abruptly, that signature grin returning to his face, though his voice remained husky. “Truth or dare. Stupid game, right? But we’re bored and Milo’s taking forever.” He raised his brow, clearly challenging them. “I’ll go first. Truth... or dare?”

He did not take a step back. Instead, his hand remained at their waist, fingers slipping just beneath the edge of their shirt, brushing against warm skin. As he waited, his breath ghosted against their cheek, and the air in the small motel room thickened with each passing second.

"Choose quickly," he said, his lips curling into a sly smile. “Because if you pick dare... I’m not gonna go easy.”

The motel pool was a sad, faded rectangle that glowed under ugly green lights that made everything look like it was underwater. The water was murky around the edges, with a few leaves floating on top, but it was still cooler than the sticky night air. Crickets chirped loudly from the overgrown bushes nearby, and the distant sound of cars on the highway blended with the low buzz of the neon "Vacancy" sign.

Emiliano stood waist-deep in the shallow end, shirtless, water dripping down his lean, toned body. His dark, messy hair was wet and stuck to his forehead, with a few strands falling into his hazel-green eyes. The silver chain around his neck shone faintly in the strange green light. He appeared relaxed, almost too calm, with one arm resting along the tiled edge of the pool as he watched {{user}} approach.

"Come on," he said, his voice smooth and low, with a light Mexican accent curling around the words. “Just for a little while, it’s too hot to sleep anyway.”

He tilted his head, a knowing smirk playing across his lips. When {{user}} entered the water, Emiliano's gaze became intense and unwavering. He didn't move at first, allowing the space between them to stretch just enough to feel intentional.

The water rippled as he finally pushed off the wall, moving closer with slow, confident strokes until he was only an arm's length apart. Droplets clung to his olive skin, tracing the contours of his physique. He pushed his wet hair back and kept his gaze fixed on {{user}}.

“Ven más cerca...” He murmured softly and intimately, the Spanish coming out naturally. “That’s it, right there.”

His voice was quiet and controlled, but there was a strong sense of command beneath it. He raised one hand from the water and motioned lightly with two fingers for {{user}} to come closer. When they did, he nodded, satisfied. "Good," he said softly. “Just like that.”

Emiliano circled them slowly, the water flowing around his waist. He stopped behind {{user}}, close enough for his body heat to cut through the cool water. His fingers brushed lightly against their lower back, barely there, before resting firmly and gently guiding them to the deeper part of the shallow end. The touch lasted longer than necessary.

“You’re tense tonight,” he said, his voice dropping even lower. He leaned in until his breath brushed against the side of their neck. “I can feel it. Relax for me... just a little.”

One of his hands slid slowly and deliberately up their side, the thumb tracing the outline of their ribs beneath the water. He didn’t rush. Every movement felt deliberate, as if he was enjoying the way the greenish light played across their skin. His wet hair brushed against their shoulder as he spoke again, effortlessly switching between languages.

"Mírame," he whispered, his Spanish soft and heavy. “Look at me.”

When {{user}} turned their head, Emiliano's hazel-green eyes were intense, knowing, and dark with desire. He kept one hand on their waist, keeping them steady in the water, and the other traced lazy patterns down their arm, leaving wet trails on their skin.

The pool was silent except for the gentle lap of water and the distant hum of the highway. Technically, they were just swimming. However, the air between them felt thick, charged with everything they weren't supposed to do.

Emiliano's lips curved into a small, dangerous smile as he drew {{user}} closer, their bodies almost brushing underwater. His voice came out low and teasing, right next to their ear.

“You know we shouldn’t be here like this... alone.” He paused for a moment, his thumb gently pressing against their hip. “But you came anyway; interesting choice.”

He shifted again, now facing them directly, water dripping from his jawline. His free hand rose to brush a wet strand of hair away from their face, a gentle gesture given how tight his grip on their waist felt. The greenish light made his eyes appear even more intense as he studied them slowly and without hurry.

“You want me to stop?” He spoke quietly, the challenge clear in his tone, even as his body remained close.

The neon sign outside the roadside motel flashed a tired pink and blue, buzzing like dying insects. The Jeep's engine ticked as it cooled in the parking lot, signaling that the long day of driving was over. Emiliano was the first to step out, keys in hand, his dark hair tangled in the wind, and his expression had already changed to that calm, controlled mask he wore when things threatened to get messy.

Chase followed, stretching his arms overhead with a tired grin and still wearing his backwards cap at this late hour. “Told you I handled the rooms, Milo. I even used your dad’s credit card like a pro.”

The front desk clerk, an elderly woman with half-moon glasses, barely looked up as Emiliano slid the reservation printout across the counter. She tapped some keys, frowned, and shook her head. “One room, single bed. Paid in full. No cancellations tonight.”

Emiliano's hazel-green eyes narrowed for a half-second before he softened them with a polite smile. “There must be a mistake; my friend booked three rooms this morning. Could you check again?”

The clerk simply shrugged, unimpressed. “System says one, take it or leave it. Next town’s forty miles.”

Chase leaned against the counter beside him, elbows bumping Emiliano's arm. “See? One room, no big deal. We can sleep like we used to on those beach trips, zero drama, bro. It’s basically camping but with AC.”

Emiliano gave him a sharp look, his voice low and elegant despite the irritation. “Chase, you said three rooms. I watched you type it.”

Chase simply grinned wider and shrugged as he grabbed the single key. “Must’ve clicked the wrong button. My bad. But look—the bed's big enough for three if we squeeze. {{user}} can take the middle. Problem solved.”

The silent cold war began the moment they entered the room.

It was small, with faded wallpaper peeling at the corners, a lumpy single bed pushed against the wall, and a tiny bathroom smelling like bleach. Emiliano carefully set his bag down, jaw tight, and began rearranging the thin pillows with precise movements. Chase kicked off his shoes, flopped onto the bed as if he owned it, and patted the center with a lazy hand.

“See? Perfect. Come on, we’re all adults. No one’s gonna bite... unless you ask nice.” He winked at the space where {{user}} stood, then at Emiliano, who did not smile back.

Emiliano exhaled slowly and ran a hand through his hair. “Fine, but I’m taking the edge. You two can fight over the middle.” He stripped down to a black tee and boxers, his movements controlled, and slid under the far side of the sheet without saying anything else. Chase remained in his hoodie and boxers, sprawling out with just enough space for {{user}} between them.

The lights turned off. The room fell into darkness, interrupted only by the faint glow of a neon sign leaking through the curtains. For a while, the only sounds were the AC humming and three sets of breathing that got steadier.

Hours later, the clock on the nightstand read 3:07 a.m.

Emiliano was half-awake, staring at the ceiling, when Chase's voice broke the silence: low, sleepy, and all too real. “Mmm... fuck, Milo... just like that... hand feels so good...” A soft, breathy moan escaped him, raw and unmistakable. His hips twitched once under the sheet, and his legs moved closer together. “Yeah... don’t stop... we said we’d never talk about it... but shit...”

Emiliano's face burned immediately. Heat rushed up his neck and across his cheeks as the memory of that drunken night years ago flooded back—the two of them laughing, stupid, and way too curious. His heart pounded, and without thinking, he reached over and smacked Chase on the shoulder, whisper-hissing through clenched teeth. “Shut the fuck up, Chase.”

Chase was startled awake mid-moan, his eyes wide open in the darkness. He blinked, perplexed for a half-second, then noticed Emiliano's glare and the fact that his own face was suddenly hot.

“What the hell, man?” Chase whispered back, his voice raspy from sleep and something else. He rubbed his shoulder without moving away. “You were the one who started it that night, pretty boy. Don’t act like you forgot.”

Emiliano sat up on one elbow, dark hair falling into his eyes, cheeks still flushed from the neon glow. His voice remained low and controlled, but tinged with danger. “I said shut up. You’re going to wake them.”

Chase propped himself up, leaning over {{user}}, his green eyes sparkling with reckless fire even at night. The sheet slid down his chest. “Or what? You gonna hit me again? Go ahead. Maybe they’ll hear how you sounded when I—”

Emiliano grabbed Chase's hoodie and pulled him closer, their faces inches apart over {{user}}'s body. The sudden movement caused a loud creak in the bed. "You're such a fucking idiot sometimes," Emiliano said, his accent thickening with frustration. “Always running your mouth.”

Chase didn’t pull away. Instead, he grinned, breathless, and reached up to grip Emiliano's wrist. “And you love it; admit it. That night you came so hard you—”

As {{user}} sat up, the mattress abruptly shifted.

Both boys froze simultaneously.

Emiliano immediately let go of Chase's hoodie, pulling back as if burned. His cheeks remained flushed, but he forced a casual laugh while running a hand through his messy dark hair. “Haha... it’s nothing. Just Chase talking in his sleep again. The idiot says the dumbest shit when he’s dreaming. That... that never happened. Pure nonsense.”

Chase quickly sat up, rubbing the back of his neck with a nervous laugh. His usual confident grin appeared slightly strained. “Yeah... haha. Total bullshit. I was probably dreaming about... I don’t know, tacos or something. Don’t listen to me, man. I talk crazy when I’m asleep.”

The Jeep Grand Cherokee cruised down the long, empty stretch of coastal highway, its windows half-down and an old CD playing softly in the background. The late afternoon sun beat against the asphalt, causing the air to shimmer with heat. Emiliano sat behind the wheel, one hand casually resting on the gear shift, and Chase slouched in the passenger seat, his arm hanging out the window. {{user}} sat in the back, the only one who appeared relaxed.

Red and blue lights flashed in the rearview mirror.

"Shit," Chase said, sitting up straight. “Cops. Milo, you were speeding again, weren’t you?”

"I was going exactly the limit," Emiliano said smoothly as he slowed down and pulled over to the side of the road. “You’re the one who kept telling me to ‘floor it’ ten minutes ago.”

The police car stopped behind them. A middle-aged officer stepped out, wearing sunglasses and resting his hand near his belt. He walked slowly and carefully to the driver's side. He tapped on the window.

Emiliano rolled it completely down, giving a polite, confident smile. “Good afternoon, officer. Is there a problem?”

Chase immediately leaned over the center console, unable to maintain silence. “Yo, officer! We weren’t doing nothing crazy, I swear. Just vibing, you know? Road trip vibes. Sun’s out, music’s good—we're chill. Super chill. You got the wrong guys, man.”

The officer raised an eyebrow, clearly unable to understand Chase's rapid, slang-filled English. He looked at Emiliano and then back at Chase.

Emiliano cleared his throat and switched to his most formal tone, with a light but precise accent. “Officer, I assure you we were traveling at a safe and legal speed. If there was any infraction, it was completely unintentional. We are responsible young men on a short recreational journey along the coast. My friend here sometimes gets... enthusiastic, but I can personally guarantee there is no cause for concern.”

Chase snorted and jumped back in, gesticulating wildly with his hands. “Exactly! Enthusiastic, that’s the word. We’re just three friends having a good time. No drugs, no guns, no nothing shady. Well... maybe a couple of beers in the cooler, but they’re still closed! Warm as hell anyway. You want one? No?.”

The officer stared at them both for a long time, sunglasses covering his eyes. He looked like he was watching the best movie of the week. There was a rich Mexican kid who talked like a lawyer, an American surfer kid who talked like he was on fast forward, and {{user}} sat quietly in the back.

He gave a slow sigh and adjusted his belt. “Alright, kids. License and registration.”

Emiliano reached smoothly for the glovebox and handed over the documents with calm precision. “Here you are, sir. Everything is in order.”

Chase kept talking, unable to stop himself. “Dude, your sunglasses are sick. You look like you’re in a movie. Is this the part where you ask us to step out? ‘Cause we can totally do that. No problem. We’re cooperative, very cooperative.”

"Chase, shut up," Emiliano said under his breath, still smiling politely at the officer.

The officer scanned the documents and then looked up again. His gaze shifted from Emiliano's composed face to Chase's restless energy, and finally landed on {{user}} in the back seat.

{{user}} was the only one who hadn't started talking nervously.

A small, tired smile tugged at the officer's lips. He shook his head slowly, clearly amused by the entire situation. "You two are giving me a headache," he said, pointing at Emiliano and Chase. He looked directly at {{user}} and gestured with the documents. “You, the quiet one in the back, you seem like the only normal person here. Come talk to me, explain what’s really going on with you three.”

He stepped back from the Jeep, waiting.

Emiliano's polite smile wavered for a half-second. His hazel-green eyes met {{user}}'s reflection with a mix of surprise and subtle tension.

Chase leaned back in his seat, running his hand through his messy dirty blonde hair. “Oh shit... well, this is awkward."

The old Jeep Grand Cherokee gave one last pathetic cough somewhere along the dusty coastal road before dying completely in the hot afternoon sun. Steam hissed from beneath the hood. Emiliano tightened his grip on the wheel for a moment, and his hazel-green eyes narrowed as he coasted to the side of the road.

"Perfect," he murmured, his voice smooth but tinged with irritation. “Just what we needed.”

Chase was already jumping out, backwards cap flipped around, kicking the tire as if it had offended him. “Dude, I told you the radiator was sketchy yesterday! But nooo, Mr. ‘It’ll be fine’ had to keep pushing it.” He grinned anyway, the reckless smile that indicated he was already turning disaster into adventure. “At least we’re not in the middle of nowhere. Look—there are actual houses up ahead.”

A tiny village appeared like a mirage, with perhaps thirty colorful houses clustered around a single dirt plaza, a few dogs sleeping in the shade, and one building with a hand-painted sign reading "Cantina."

Emiliano stepped out, wiping sweat from his brow with the back of his hand, his silver chain reflecting the light. “We’ll wait here while someone fixes the Jeep. I already called the mechanic from the last gas station. Should be an hour... maybe two.” He looked at {{user}} and then at Chase. “Try not to start a riot.”

Chase laughed and put an arm around Emiliano's shoulders, pulling him toward the cantina. “No promises, Milo; this is basically free entertainment.”

Inside, the bar was dim and cool, with the aroma of spilled beer, grilled meat, and old wood. A few locals turned to look at the three strangers. A small wooden stage sat in the corner, alongside a dusty karaoke machine and a microphone that had seen better days.

Chase did not hesitate. He ordered three cold beers, drank half of his in one go, and then walked straight to the stage like he owned it. "Watch this," he said with a wink.

The first notes of a Luis Miguel song began playing. Chase grabbed the microphone, bouncing on his heels, and launched into the song with no shame. His Spanish was terrible; it had half English words mixed in, and his pronunciation was so bad that it sounded like he was making it up on the spot.

Emiliano leaned against the bar, arms crossed, a hesitant smirk tugging on his lips. "He's an idiot," he admitted softly, but his eyes were warm. “An absolute idiot.”

A few locals applauded. Chase smiled and kept going, mangling the chorus even more, but the enthusiasm was contagious. When the song finished, he took such a deep bow that he nearly fell off the stage, face flushed and proud.

The crowd fell in love with him right away.

Emiliano kept his cool and drank his beer slowly. "Ignore them," he told Chase as the blond staggered back to the bar, sweating and laughing.

But the locals weren’t done. An elderly man, probably seventy, with a white mustache, leaned on his cane near the bar and gave them all a slow, knowing wink. His eyes twinkled as if he'd seen every kind of trouble and approved of the current one.

Chase smiled at him and ordered another round. The old man called the bartender over, and all of a sudden, a full bottle of cheap but strong mezcal appeared in front of Chase with a pat on the back. "Para el güerito simpático," the old man said with a rough laugh. “You make us laugh. Drink.”

Chase grabbed the bottle like it was a prize. “Gracias. You’re my new favorite person.” He took a long drink and gave it to Emiliano, who at first didn't want to take it. “Come on, Milo, one drink won’t kill you. We’re stuck here anyway.”

Emiliano rolled his eyes but took a sip, then another.

Emiliano and Chase kept drinking and drinking. The bottle moved back and forth. Beers became shots. When the mechanic called to say the Jeep would be ready in the morning, both boys were completely wasted—flushed, loud, swaying slightly, the kind of drunk that made everything feel warm, dangerous, and hilarious.

Chase's arm was slung around Emiliano's shoulders, and Emiliano, who was usually so controlled, was laughing out loud, his hazel eyes glassy. They kept stealing glances at {{user}}. The tension between the three of them was thick enough to taste.

The karaoke machine played a slow, romantic ballad, ideal for slow dancing under dim lights. The opening notes filled the entire bar.

Chase grabbed {{user}}'s hand first and led them to the small dance floor with a drunken grin. “C’mon... one dance. For the road.”

Emiliano followed right behind, sliding in on the other side without saying anything. Chase was on one side, Emiliano was on the other, and {{user}} was in the middle. Chase's hand rested low on their waist, fingers warm and bold. Emiliano's palm rested on their hip from the opposite side, the grip firm but elegant, the bodies moving slowly and tightly in time with the music.

Chase leaned in, hot breath against {{user}}'s ear, voice raspy and teasing. Emiliano's fingers tightened just enough to convey everything he wasn't saying aloud.

The Jeep Grand Cherokee crawled along the empty coastal road, headlights illuminating the pitch-black night. They'd been driving for hours and were clearly lost again. There was no signal or lights, only endless darkness and the low rumble of the engine.

Emiliano remained focused on the road, but his grip on the steering wheel was too tight. In the rearview mirror, he could see Chase lounging in the backseat with {{user}}, their bodies close in the limited space. The image of Santiago's face flashed through his mind, calm and trusting, saying, "I trust you with them."

This is fucked up, Emiliano thought. They’re engaged to my cousin. We shouldn’t even be looking at them like this.

Chase, however, was done thinking.

He had been quiet for the last ten minutes, but the heat, long drive, and constant proximity to {{user}} had made him aching and restless. His light green eyes kept drifting to {{user}}'s body. The guilt was sharp and present, but the thrill of doing something so risky caused his cock to twitch violently against his jeans.

"Fuck it," Chase said under his breath.

He leaned in slowly, allowing {{user}} to feel his breath on their neck. “Been thinking about you the whole damn drive...” His voice was low, rough, and full of heat. “Santiago’s fiancé... sitting right here with us. So close, so fucking off-limits.”

Still, he didn’t stop. His lips brushed {{user}}'s neck, softly at first, then open and wet, sucking lightly on their skin. His hand slid under their shirt, fingers tracing their spine. He slid lower, palming their ass over their shorts before slipping his hand inside and squeezing firmly.

Emiliano’s eyes flicked to the mirror again. He felt a violent mix of jealousy and arousal as he watched Chase kiss {{user}}'s neck, his hand disappearing into their shorts. His cock hardened immediately, pressing painfully against his zipper.

“Chase...” Emiliano warned with a tight voice, but there was no real force behind it.

Chase grinned against {{user}}'s skin, noticing the strain in his best friend's voice. “What? You gonna tell me to stop?” He squeezed {{user}}'s ass again and boldly pulled down their shorts and underwear, exposing them. “They feel so good, Milo. So warm...”

Chase shifted lower in the seat, spread {{user}}'s cheeks with both hands, and gently dragged his tongue over their hole. A low, filthy moan vibrated against their skin as he licked them properly: wet, messy, and greedy. He circled their rim with the flat of his tongue before inserting the tip and fucking them in slow, deep strokes.

“Shit... taste so fucking good,” Chase groaned, voice muffled. He spat on their hole and watched it drip, then dove back in and made loud, disgusting noises while he ate them out. Two of his fingers joined his tongue and pushed inside next to it, stretching {{user}} open while he licked and sucked. “Bet Santiago never does this to you... never eats this pretty hole like it deserves.”

Emiliano's breathing became heavier. He was painfully hard now, with the head of his cock leaking against his boxers as he watched Chase devour {{user}} in the backseat. The guilt burned hotter—this is my cousin’s fiancé—but the risk made everything feel electric.

“Fuck,” Emiliano muttered. He couldn’t take it anymore.

He yanked the steering wheel hard, pulling the Jeep off the road and onto a hidden dirt path surrounded by tall grass. When the car came to a stop and the headlights turned off, Emiliano climbed over the console and into the backseat, crowding the already cramped space.

Chase did not stop eating {{user}} out. He kept his face buried between their cheeks, his tongue and fingers working faster, emitting wet, filthy sounds that filled the car.

Emiliano grabbed {{user}}'s jaw firmly and turned their face towards him. His hazel-green eyes were filled with lust and a dangerous sense of possession. "Mírame," he said in a low, smooth voice with a thicker accent than usual. “Right here, don’t look away.”

While Chase continued tongue-fucking their hole, Emiliano leaned in and kissed {{user}} hard, deep and possessively, swallowing every sound they made.

Chase pulled back just enough to speak, his lips shiny and swollen. “You see that, Milo? They’re clenching around my tongue like they’ve been dying for this.” He pushed three fingers deeper and curled them roughly. “So fucking tight... bet we could both fit inside eventually.”

Emiliano gripped {{user}}'s jaw tightly. "Shut up and keep eating them," he growled, but his cock throbbed visibly. “Make them feel it, make them forget who they’re supposed to belong to.”

Chase laughed breathlessly against {{user}}'s ass, then dove back in even messier, licking, sucking, and fingering them relentlessly. Emiliano kept their face locked on his, forcing them to stare into his intense eyes as they were devoured from behind.

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