Title: Time To Tell.

Author: Kristina Q.

Disclaimer: No one belongs to me. This world is so unfair!

Distribution: Ask me. I am very nice.

Spoiler: AU. I guess.

Warning: This fic contains profanity and male/male slash.

Rating: PG-13.

Notes: This is the 7th chapter of my Cautious Affections series.

Jesse was lying on the bed in Chris’ hotel room. His stuff was already packed for tonight’s show. All his wrestling gear was packed in his duffel bag which was currently placed next to the bed.

Sprawled on top of the mattress with his arms folded over his chest, Jesse was far gone into his own little world of dreams. His eyes were locked on Chris, watching every single move he made as he was busy packing his own stuff.

Chris gazed up for a brief moment, noticing Jesse’s trance. He chuckled and shook his head before going back to what he was doing.

He was indeed amusing by seeing Jesse like that. It wasn’t everyday he was completely lost in his own thoughts like that! Chris couldn’t help but wonder what he could be thinking about.

A thought suddenly crossed his mind. He stopped his actions and only glanced down into the bag. Once again he looked up and glared at Jesse.

Jesse finally reacted. His lips slowly curling upwards into a somewhat weary smile. An almost inaudible sigh slipped past his moist lips, his eyes still locked firmly on the beautiful form of Chris Jericho.

What could Jesse be thinking? Maybe the same as Chris?

Was it time to tell their friends about their relationship? After almost one month of being together.

They had been together every time they had the chance. No one knew about their relationship yet. They hadn’t shared hotel rooms or anything. Only sneaked into each other’s rooms at night when they were sure no one would have noticed them.

Met secretly in the locker rooms before and after matches. Chris smiled inwardly as he remembered one time where he had sneaked into Jesse’s locker room and he was forced to hide in the bathroom when Sean had suddenly knocked on the door.

He was forced to stay out there for a good half hour before the little prick had finally decided to fuck off! But spending time with Jesse had always been wonderful. Jesse was definitely the greatest person he had ever met.

He wouldn’t want anyone else. Only Jesse.

But it was time to let everybody else know about them. Eventually they would know. Sooner or later… so why not as soon as possible?

“What are you thinking about?” Jesse’s soft voice brought Chris back to reality and he glanced up. Jesse’s eyes were still resting on Chris.

Chris couldn’t help but smile as he rose from where he was currently sitting. A few steps and he was by the bed. He crawled onto the mattress and laid himself down, wrapping his arms around Jesse’s warm body, nuzzling his neck.

A soft purr emitted from his throat as Chris snuggled closer.

As fingers began stroking his hair, Chris placed a quick kiss on Jesse’s neck before speaking, “I wanna know what you were thinking about first…” a sigh escaped his lips. “I was thinking about how damn sexy you are!” Jesse grinned and winked, “Now tell me what’s on your mind.”

Chris chuckled and smiled before lifting his head to gaze at Jesse. “Are you serious? Was that the reason why you were so far gone?” he shook his head when Jesse only grinned.

Jesse tightened his grip around Chris’ body, staring into his amazingly clear eyes. “Please… will you let me know what’s on your mind?” Sighing, Chris slowly rolled onto his back and glanced up at the plain white ceiling.

“It’s just…” he began, “Jess?” he suddenly questioned before turning to his side again, resting his cheek on Jesse’s shoulder. “Do you think it’s time to tell our friends about this?” his voice was low and he was obviously insecure.

A moment of complete silence passed by. Jesse inhaled deeply before answering the question, “I – I think it is… I mean… they’ll know eventually…” he shrugged his shoulders, his fingers still stroking Chris’ silky locks.

“So you think we should tell them…?” Chris leaned into Jesse’s soft caressing. Chris then nodded. Jesse was right. Besides, if they told their friends then it would be so much relieving! No more secrets. No more meeting in the darkness when everyone was sleeping. No more hiding.

Smiling to himself, Chris imagined if everyone would accept their relationship. He knew he wasn’t supposed to even be attracted to Jesse in the first place. They had never really been friends and they had always been in separate groups. Well… that reason could just be because they had both stayed loyal to their friends.

Pouting suddenly, he remembered Billy. The bastard still acted like he owned Jesse. He was obviously either too stupid or too wrapped up in his own world to realize that Jesse didn’t want him back. Sure Billy left Jesse, but he definitely regretted it afterwards. Fortunately Jesse had been smart enough to stay away and not come crawling back to him!

“Should we tell them today?” Jesse’s voice interrupted his thoughts and he decided that today should be the day! “Yes. I think that would be the best. Don’t you think?” Jesse smiled down at him and gently brushed his lips over his forehead. “Does that mean ‘yes’?” Chris snickered and he was rewarded with another kiss and a nod from his lover.

For several minutes neither Jesse or Chris moved or spoke. They just held each other and listened to the wind blowing outside the windows, their heartbeats, the silence. The comforting silence. Just feeling each other’s warm skin and feel one another’s chest heave with every breathe they inhaled and exhaled.

Chris could feel his eyes becoming heavier. He nearly doze off. A soft voice prevented him from falling asleep though. “Chris…? Chris, baby we need to get going” he slowly opened his eyes and was met with a wide smile.

“Not a good time to fall asleep, babe…” Jesse half laughed as he placed a long kiss on the smaller man’s forehead. Chris yawned, “Isn’t my fault you’re like a huge teddy bear!” sitting up in the bed, he stole a quick kiss from Jesse’s moist lips before leaving the springy mattress to pick up his duffel bag.

“Teddy bear, huh?” Jesse sniggered, “I thought I was a puppy…” Chris gazed at him with a snort. “You’re a teddy puppy! That’s what you are…” Jesse couldn’t help but raise an eyebrow, “A teddy puppy? Does that word even exist?” Chris looked at Jesse for a brief second before he smiled, “You’re the people’s teddy puppy!”

“What the hell? People’s…? Explain!” Jesse folded his arms over his chest, trying to look serious, although he wasn’t able to hold back a chuckle. “Your eyebrow!” he laughed causing Jesse to join him. They both laughed for a moment.

“Come on, we need to leave now…” Chris announced as he picked up his duffel bag and headed towards the door. Picking up his own stuff, Jesse followed his lover.

Chris peeked out the door to make sure no one was there. He then turned around quickly and captured Jesse’s lips in a harsh kiss before heading out the door. Jesse waited for a little while before leaving the hotel room, clicking the door shut behind him.