liam and jaden return home the day after christmas, and liam still feels giddy from it all. everything feels overwhelming but in the best way possible—and it’s made sweeter by the simple fact that now, he knows jaden feels the same. there’s so much to unpack, so many things they’ll eventually have to talk through, but they have time. the fireworks are visible right from the apartment windows, bright bursts of colour lighting up the night sky. liam never liked the idea of going out, of being swallowed up by hundreds of strangers and tonight is no different. it’s their first new year together as a couple, though, and that alone makes it special.
liam carries over chocolate covered strawberries, a bottle of champagne, and two flutes, setting them carefully in the window nook with a wide smile. “i’ve got the goods,” he says proudly before settling onto the bench beside jaden. he glances out at the sky again, warmth blooming in his chest. “can’t believe this year flew by just like that.” / closed starter for @icedcvffees <3