A minute or so later Calvin came into the bathroom. “Thought you could use one of these.” He held up an open bottle of the imported beer. Brock hadn’t realized they’d brought any with them.
“Thanks.” Brock took a long swallow. Wiping his mouth, he saw Calvin close the toilet lid and sit. “I’m sorry.”
Calvin shook his head. “There’s nothing to apologize for.”
Brock turned to the shower and got it going. Over his shoulder, he asked, “Want to join me?” he smiled, letting Calvin know he was okay.
Calvin returned the smile. The two hugged for a time, neither man saying anything, Brock content just to hold and be held by his man.
“I think the water should be hot enough now,” Calvin eventually said into Brock’s ear.
Brock disengaged, stepped into the tub, and held a hand out for Calvin to j
