Chapter 182018—early July
Eric and Carlton got more than a bit playful in the shower, and once they’d toweled themselves dry, they moved to the bed for a lengthy session.
“This is the most fun I’ve had all day,” Eric said, “but the clock tells me that I need to get up and start making our dinner.”
“Must you?”
“Duty calls. For that matter, so does my stomach. We can do some more of this later, if you like.”
Without waiting for Carlton to answer, Eric got up, took a quick shower, and went to the kitchen. Carlton wandered into the kitchen a short time later. “What’s cooking?” he said.
“Nothing special,” Eric said. “How do you feel about Belgian waffles? I sort of have an urge to try out the waffle maker I bought online last month.”
“Go for it.”
“Why don’t you pour each of us a glass o
