
Official Description: Rory Ballard has been best friends with Owen Harris since they were both knee-high to a grasshopper—and Rory's been in love with him almost as long. Not willing to ruin their friendship, Rory keeps his feelings buried. But a drunken confession by Owen changes everything. Will Rory lose his best friend, or will he realize his sweetest dream? Original Prompt: Dear Author, I can't tell you how long I've wanted a story to go along with this picture. I love the thought that they have been friends forever and just couldn't resist each other anymore. I would be forever grateful if you could help me out!! Photo Description: Two shirtless young men lay on top of each other, the one on top with his pants pushed down to expose his butt, kissing on a grassy field. A football rests in the grass next to them. This story was written as a part of the M/M Romance Group's "Hot Summer Days" event. Group members were asked to write a story prompt inspired by a photo of their choice. Authors of the group selected a photo and prompt that spoke to them and wrote a short story. __________ Genre: contemporary Tags: gay m/m, friends-to-lovers, college, football, athletes, first-time Word Count: 6,410