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The warm rays of the early morning sun tickled your face, stirring you from your slumber. Stubborn and not feeling like getting up yet, you turn away from the sunlight invading your room and try to fall back asleep - failing miserably at it. Kicking off the covers and getting up, you couldn't help but frown tiredly at the sun's rude awakening.
The sound of feet dragging could be heard as you made your way over to the wardrobe. The wardrobe was messy and unorganized. Clothes were just messily laying about in the drawers. Not that it bothered you. You were never one for keeping everything tidy anyways. You only ever bothered keeping your gear or more formal clothes neatly. But maybe you should note down to tidy your room a bit anyways.
You made a mental note of that while throwing on some clothes; Nothing special, just a pair of grey joggers and a colourful shirt that reminded you of Gekko and his small crew.Grabbing the bedroom door handle and pushing it open you enter the tiny hallway. Making your way towards the living room and the kitchen connected to it you can't help but smell something sweet in the air. It smelled oddly familiar, but you couldn't exactly identify what food it was. The apartment seemed a lot more lively as you entered the living area and could already spot that brightly coloured hair sticking out like a sore thumb in the kitchen.
Gekko had his speaker playing in the background, hips moving slightly to the rhythm next to the electric stove he was currently using. The sound of your steps alerted him to your presence and he turned to greet you, giving you a bright smile. It was guaranteed one day you'll melt into the floor from it.The chance to greet him back disappeared as the sound of something running towards you made you turn your head, only to be met with a blurry, yellow blob inches from hitting you in the face. You fell back when it made contact with your face, something heavy clinging onto your face. You swear you could hear Gekko laughing as he rushed over to remove Wingman from your face and help you up. "Good morning to you too, little dude" You smiled, rubbing the back of your head. "And to you too," you said while turning your gaze to Gekko. Gekko let Wingman out of his arms. "Good morning.You okay, mi amor?" he enquired, giving you a playful kiss on the cheek. "Mm..yea, I'm as fine as can be! well maybe I hit my head a little bit, but It doesn't hurt at all". Stealing Wingman from Gekko you go and plop down on the sofa, a hand coming up to cover your mouth as a soft yawn escaped from your lips, still not completely awake. Wingman cuddled closer into your body as one of your hands rubbed his head and the other reached for the remote on the edge of the sofa. Turning on the TV and scrolling through the channels lazily you finally settle on one of your favourite channels. A little bit of time flies by and you're snapped out of your thoughts when you hear Gekko call out to you. Right, breakfast. Almost forgot about it. Wingman hopped off your lap and ran to the table, you following behind him. You pull a chair out for the little bro to jump up on before pulling out a chair for yourself and Gekko too as he made his way over. The enticing aroma made your stomach grumble."It smells good. What did you make?" you question. Gekko set down a plate of freshly made pancakes, "I haven't made pancakes in a long while, so I decided to make some today for breakfast". The pancakes were made in the shapes of his pets. Sure maybe not all of them were completely perfect, but it's the thought behind it that counts. You could tell the shapes apart. There was Dizzy, Mosh, Wingman, and Thrash. Damn, you almost felt bad for having to eat those pancakes. Breakfast flew by fast. You and Gekko talked about a lot of different things, joked and wondered about the plans for the day. While trying to stop Wingman from stealing your food Thrash took that opportunity to zip past and steal a pancake anyways. Damn that opportunist. You'd be mad, but let's be real, how can you possibly be mad at any of those cute little fellas? You swear they use their cuteness to their advantage. They could go and break your skateboard and you wouldn't have it in you to be mad at them. Though you hope it doesn't happen either way.With breakfast done and over with you help Gekko wash the dishes. Of course, he ends up splashing you with water and you dramatically gasp "Oh how could my boyfriend do something like this to me". You both end up in a fit of giggles at your acting. "That was so cheesy", you roll your eyes sarcastically. He throws a dry and clean shirt at you and as you began to pull your shirt off to replace it Gekko takes the opportunity to shove his cold and wet hands against your back making you screech and jump away. Gekko doubles over laughing as you punch his arm and move away further to put the dry shirt on. All the while staring at him accusingly. The sun was making the apartment hot and because of that you two soon find yourself outside. The heat of the sun and the slight breeze of the wind makes it the perfect weather for being outside, not suffocating inside a building. Gekko was cruising ahead of you on his skateboard, the sun hitting his figure nicely. You smile to yourself and decide to go and catch up to him. You two cruised around and tried to race each other and play a game of skate. Of course, you end up finding yourself and him later distracted with ice cream and boba instead, the skateboards now resting against the side of the bench you were sitting on. The sound of cars and passers-by in the background was something you liked, made everything a bit more lively. Gekko told you funny stories and also joked about the hilarious things that have happened between you two in the time you've known him.Time with him flew fast, honestly faster than you'd like. You couldn't even tell when you guys had continued on your way and ended up climbing along the hiking trails. Too into talking with your boyfriend. The hand holding your skateboard was starting to get tired, so you decided to switch hands. Gekko wanted to try and find the trail that would lead to an old abandoned building that would have a great view to watch the sunset. There was still quite some time until the sun would start to set and for now, you two would still have to find the right trail to take in the first place. The trail you were on was supposed to lead to the correct one, but in 15 minutes suspicion started to set in that you guys might've gone on the wrong trail, and in another 15 minutes it was confirmed that, indeed, you guys were on a wrong trail and that this trail didn't lead to the correct trail. There wasn't any time to turn back either. The sun was getting dangerously low, so you guys just decided to carry on and maybe you'll see it somehow on the trail. Or better yet, find a new spot on the trail that would have a cool view.With you two sweating, the water bottle almost empty and your legs tired, you were ready to give up, turn back and accept defeat. However, that idea had to be put to the side when Wingman decided to wander off the trail to a smaller off-map trail that went through the thicket. By the time Gekko noticed Wingman was gone you had no other choice but to go after him on that little trail, once again, forced off the main course. After finding the trail Wingman took, obviously. "Can this get any worse?" you groaned handing the water bottle back to Gekko. He let a tired sigh escape and patted you on your shoulder "We'll be fine, let's find Wingman first. Then we can rest and maybe we won't be completely late for the sunset!". You admired how positive he always managed to stay and you couldn't help, but feel a bit re-energised from it. "Alright, first to find Wingman pays for the others' food next time?" you offered with a challenging tone. "Deal." And with that you two split up on the tiny trail, both motivated to find Wingman and also score free food.The ground was hard and walking didn't really leave any tracks unless the ground was a bit softer in some places. So how did he manage to notice the barely visible tracks of a pair of small feet? No idea. He followed in the direction and just hoped that Wingman hadn't taken off some other way at one point.You didn't know how long you'd been walking along this part of the trail, but you came across a tiny trail that branched off of this one through the thicket. Just to make sure Wingman wasn't there, you turned to make your way down there instead. Very quickly you realised that this trail lead you to a little clearing. The sun was setting, the sky was painted a beautiful shade of orange with a hint of pink. A quick picture of the sunset would do no one harm, right? You were about to pull out your phone when you realised that your phone was nowhere to be found. Did it fall out of the pocket and is laying somewhere on a random trail now? Groaning you were about to turn back to go and find your phone - and maybe spot Wingman too while at it. However, plans changed. Once you turned around you were greeted by Gekko and Wingman in his arms walking towards you. "Wanted to donate your phone to nature?" Gekko joked and held up your phone with one hand. "Oh yeah I definitely planned to give my phone to nature" you replied sarcastically, taking your phone back from him. A groan came from you a moment later when you realised something "I lost. Now I have to pay for your food! Damn."Gekko winked playfully, - the smile you loved so much adorning his face - and wrapped his free arm around your shoulder, closing the distance. Your chest felt warm when you felt a pair of lips against your own. The kiss was light, yet the love that came with it was intense. If your legs didn't feel like giving up on you before, they sure felt like it now. The kiss lasted probably for a few seconds before Wingman let out a noise that sounded similar to something like 'blegh' and smacked Gekkos's cheek making him pull away. You couldn't help but giggle, Wingman was acting like a teen who had to see his parents kiss. You could feel how warm your face was, you were sure the blush on your face was pretty obvious. "Hey looks like thanks to Wingman's little side adventure we found ourselves the perfect spot! It was worth torturing your muscles for something after all! Right, mi amor?" You smiled and nodded turning your gaze to the sun that was just about to dip below the horizon. This day turned into quite an unexpected adventure, but that's why it's so great. An adventure from a simple day out that turns into something you'll cherish as a memory the next day. However now with the sun gone, it would begin to get dark out quickly.Awkwardly rubbing the back of his neck Gekko looked at you and smiled, you knew that was his 'Oops, I realised something' face.You raised a brow at this, "What?" his smile only got more awkward. "So, uh, mi amor.....How do we find the way back..?"
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"Whoa, slow down!" You yelped as you were practically dragged down a flight of stairs, almost tripping over your half-tied shoelaces. "Come on we're not in a hurry and it's so early too. I barely had time to brush my teeth and shower-!" Complaining was cut short when the sunlight hit your eyes making you slightly cringe from the sudden brightness change.Going through your pockets to see if you have a pair of sunglasses while trying to ignore how the wind blew over your - already messy - hair, you heard the boot (trunk) of a nearby car open. You looked to see Gekko putting all sorts of things in it, well, trying to, at least. The bags and skateboard easily fit. The surfboards? not so much. You told Gekko before that you guys could rent them, but he insisted it's way better with your surfboards and that they'll fit. They didn't.You watched as Gekko struggled with the surfboards before sighing and shaking your head with a soft smile before jogging over to go help him. They will fit fine on the roof of the car. Probably. Hopefully.You soon find yourself in the passenger seat of the car, socks and sneakers discarded on the floor and feet resting on the dashboard waiting for Gekko while he's getting the little crew from the apartment. It's not long until you hear him opening the rear door of the car and the babbling of his pets as they get into the car. However Mosh being Mosh he quickly found his way over into the palms of your hands instead, preferring that over the crowded back. You carefully adjust him into one palm of your hand to put your seatbelt on with the other, having to fight with the seatbelt a little before you finally get it on. Removing your feet from the dashboard and letting Mosh get back comfortable you were ready for this trip. The sunglasses on your face being snatched from you snapped you out of your thoughts. "Hey-!" You protested. Gekko laughed and slid the sunglasses on his face poking your cheek before sliding the car key into the ignition and putting on his seatbelt.The car sprung to life, the car's blower motors kicking in to cool the interior of the car - before you turned them off because the cold air was hitting your feet - and opted for having the window down instead. While Gekko reversed out of the parking spot you grabbed his phone with one hand, Mosh comfortably in your other hand, and connected it to the car's aux, putting on the playlist you two specifically made for the trip. Gekko gently nodded his head along with the beat of the song, eyes intently on the road ahead. The trip there was chaotic, but when is being with Gekko not chaotic?You had to stop multiple times because you needed to pee. At first, he'd handed you a bottle and told you to pee in the bottle. That ended with him getting a smack on his leg and you begging him to pull over and that you're 'not pissing in no damn bottle'. Road trips make anyone hungry so you two ended up in a little store at one point too. While you two were picking out snacks and water for the rest of the road, Wingman, Dizzy and Thrash got to stretch their limbs as well. Mosh was content being on your head instead, snoozing away. Gekko may or may not have sneaked a picture or two. But can you really blame him? The sight was just way too cute for him to not take a picture. By the time you were back in the car, you were trying not to cringe at the feeling of hot leather seats against your bare thighs. You weren't even away from the car for that long, but it being summer and the sun high in the sky heating the car, it sure felt like a damn sauna. You were busy playing with the car blowers to keep you cool when Gekko returned from his own side trip to the shop toilet.You swore it almost looked like Mosh was going to melt into a puddle right in your hands. Honestly so did everyone else in the car. Windows down again, music playing and Wingman trying to drink water from the bottle without spilling it all over the back seat. Gekko's hand occasionally reaches over to steal your crisps, despite him having his own bag of sweets right next to him. With you having nothing better to do, you humour him by feeding him the chips so he won't constantly have to reach for them. Of course, also putting a quick video of your trip on his Instagram story is a must. Thrash definitely didn't excitedly shove his face into the phone camera that ended up making both you and Gekko laugh. At some point, you found yourself dozing off, the heat and sitting still making you sleepy. Gekko turned the music down enough for it to not disturb your little nap.A cold, moist feeling on your face stirred you from your nap, hand coming up to rub your eye before pulling away, suddenly wide awake, "BRO- Why is my face wet?" you squawked at a giggling Gekko and an overly mischievous looking Wingman in the back. "Abd why the fuck is it sticky?? What did you put on my face"."Well, you see, mi amor. I and Wingman were a little bored." Gekko began in a honey-sweet tone which was quick to leave you suspicious, "And we wanted to see if Kool-aid would leave your face blue when it dries-" you quickly interjected "You two put Kool-aid on my face??? How did you two even come up with something like that?" You blurted, the shock on your face enough to make Wingman snort, of course awkwardly going silent when your sharp gaze found its way over to him. " I know right? It's so random! Come on you can't be mad, you have to admit it's funny. Even just a little!" Gekko stated. You pouted at him "It's funny when I'm not the victim- Ohhh man, come on I washed my face this morning and now it's all sticky and disgusting!" You cringed and snatched the water bottle from him to wet a towel you pulled from your bag to clean your face. It must have taken a while or maybe the time just flew and you didn't notice the car pull into a parking lot and stop until Gekko pulled your car door open."Oh, we arrived?" you asked and Gekko smiled while throwing your socks at you "yep! Anyways hey, how about I take you to that nearby suuuuper awesome food place to make up for the kool-aid thing, eh? sounds good, right??" This caused you to roll your eyes "weren't you supposed to take me there anyways?""Well yeah, but-! Uhhhh, then how about...Chick-fil-a?" He inquired giving you those puppy dog eyes, causing you to giggle "I'm kidding, you dumbass. Just get us into our hotel room so we can put our bags there and I can properly wash my face. Also, return my sunglasses and get your own." The car beeped as it was locked. You and Gekko made your way to the front lobby to check in. Waiting while Gekko was talking to the lady was miserable, the heavy bag slung over your shoulder making it hurt. By the time you two made it to your designated room, you were more than happy to finally go wash your face and then flop on the bed, spread out like a starfish. Gekko smiled at your childish behaviour. He makes his way over to your laying form and basically lets himself fall on top of you making you wheeze. "you're heavy-!" He laughs and rolls off of you. Taking this as your getaway chance you sit up and slide yourself off the bed. Going to rummage through your bags to look for a shirt to change into, the one on you right now being all sweaty from sitting in a hot car. While at it you toss Gekko a new one too before pulling your shirt off. However, you don't notice Gekko sneaking up behind you and before you even have a chance to reach for the fresh shirt you double over in laughter, Gekkos fingers poking and tickling your sides. "S-stop! Gekko!" Your pleas for him to stop only encourage him on and soon you're crying from laughter on the ground with his fingers still running over your body begging him to stop before you end up pissing yourself. Luckily for you, he has mercy on you and stops his relentless tickle attack. More than happy it's finally over you rush to the bathroom to relieve yourself before you actually end up peeing yourself.While you're busy in the bathroom Gekko takes the stuff out of the bags and places them in their correct places so you wouldn't have to deal with unpacking once you two come back tired afterwards. With your things unpacked and taken care of you and Gekko take it as your cue to go outside. Gekko tells you all about Venice and gets distracted by excitedly rambling about the times he was here as a kid while dragging you all the way to Linnie Canal park where you spend some time exploring and taking pictures before he drags you to Baja Cantina, a food place. You swore this might become your new favourite place to eat. If you ever return to Venice. A lot of your time was spent at the skate and cycling trail. It was a good place to let Gekko's little crew run about too. You didn't really want to admit it at first, but you ended up loving them just as much as Gekko. He took you around introducing you to a few friends he has in Venice that lived right nearby. The sun was setting and the sea was calm with minimum waves as you two just sat on your surfboards. Sure, you hoped to try and catch some waves, but this wasn't bad, not at all. Gekko playfully bumped his board against yours before you decided to try and push him off of his board which ended up with both of you in the water instead, laughing and splashing each other. "Race you back to shore?" "you're on." You challenged.You ended up winning, but maybe it was because your lover slipped off his board at one point.By the time he reached shore, you had already gotten to drying yourself and changing into dry clothes. As Gekko made his way to you, you threw the towel at him. He made quick work of drying himself off and getting on his dry clothes. But he opted to wrap the towel around his head since his hair was still moist, making him look like a diva which you were more than happy to poke fun at while you two put the boards in the lobby and the swimshorts in your room to dry before heading back down.The beach too had gotten a lot quieter, many of the people returning to their homes or other nightly activities. The calming sound of waves, wind breeze and seagulls made the moment so much better and almost unreal as you two stalked along the shoreline hand in hand. The full moon shone brightly, reflection glimmering on the water, the reflection of the moon following you two. The walk on the beach was filled with quiet jokes, giggles, kisses and sweet words whispered to each other. When you two decided it was time to head back to the hotel and get comfortable for the night. You, Gekko and his crew enjoyed the cool air on the balcony. The two enjoyed a few glasses of dry apple cider and Gekkos buddies munched on their snacks. Having to retreat to your room in silent laughter when Thrash threw a water bottle against the head of the rude hotel resident on the balcony below you. Soon the curtains were closed, and teeth brushed. With you two in bed and the little guys already asleep the room was dark and fell silent.Well, almost silent. The shuffling of sheets and quiet chuckles filled the room, soon turning into quiet sounds of pleasure, bodies rubbing together and sweet nothings whispered to each other as the night lived on. The wind picking up and the sounds of waves crashing were promising, perhaps tomorrow will be a good surf day. But for now, maybe you can allow yourself to be a little bit louder.