They rummaged through the dresser drawers finding enough clothing for both of them to wear and then got dressed. There was enough workout clothing for them both as well and they threw it into a small backpack. It was mid-afternoon when the two of them finally left the apartment.
The boys finished their workout and showered at the gym. They both felt fantastic and energized as they went shopping. The two of them got into Jared's vehicle and drove to the mall. They wandered around aimlessly for a while until Jared saw a men's store.
"I need to buy some new underwear I guess. I don't want you laughing at mine anymore," Jared said.
"I didn't laugh at your boxers. I just thought you have different underwear to show your assets better! But again, now that we are together, I am not sure I want you wearing anything but your boxers when you have to change near others in public."
"It's too late Liam! Damage done! I am going underwear shopping for both of us," Jared replied, feigning indignation.
"What do you mean for both of us? Do you have a mouse in your pocket? My underwear is perfect." Liam threw his hands into the air and rolled his eyes in an exaggerated display.
"Now that we are together, you need boxers!" Jared exclaimed.
They both laughed and went into the clothing store. It was one of those stores which sold all the latest fashions, and quite a section devoted to men's underwear. The boys were looking at several different styles and colours when a man approached them to ask if they needed help.
"We are trying to find better underwear for this boxer wearing heathen. Something brief and tight would be perfect for him to wear." Liam looked at the man with a big smile on his face.
The man gave them both a look over. "Yes, I think I know what you guys would like. There are some briefs here which accentuate your package and hug your ass. There are no lines shown through your pants so it looks like you are commando."
The man showed the two of them another style. "These are a tight fitting boxer style brief with a pouch for the goods."
"If you are so inclined, there is another type here which can also be used as a jock strap," he added.
The man turned towards them. "We have some nice jeans which would also look good on you two. The underwear and jeans would work well together for the bodies you guys have. You should be showing those bodies off while you are young."
Jarred bought a dozen pairs of underwear for Liam which he selected. He also grabbed a dozen pairs for himself which Liam gave his approval. The jeans they looked at were nice soft denim, mid-range rise, and were cut in such a way they showed off a person's ass. When Liam tried on a pair and modelled them for Jared, his only comment about them was "woof!"
Jared tried on a pair and modelled them for Liam. Liam came up to Jared, face to face. He reached around to the back and felt up and down Jared's ass.
"These feel great on you Jared," Liam said. Liam stepped back a bit and looked at Jared's crotch area. It was obvious Jared was now semi-hard and the jeans made it look even better. "I like those."
The salesman was using a piece of cardboard to fan himself in an exaggerated manner. "So do I. You both look fantastic in those jeans. You two are so in love aren't you?"
"We are very much in love," Liam replied.
The salesman smiled. "My partner and I have been together for 15 years. I have worked at this store even longer and I have sold a lot of clothing to all kinds of people. I have seen people in love, people who thought they were in love, lust between people and people who were tolerating each other. You are the first two I have ever dealt with who I can actually feel the love radiating out of you like the heat from sunshine on a beach. Not to mention you are both generating a lot of other heat as well." He chuckled.
The boys blushed. "Thank you for your kind words," Liam said.
They bundled up their purchases and left the store. Jared paid for it all.
Outside the store, Liam spoke up. "Jared, I want to pay for my own things. I appreciate your generosity but you didn't have to do that because I do make good money as a paramedic. I don't know what to say except I love you."
Jared leaned in. "I wanted to do this and I love you more. Money is just money. I love to use it to make someone happy. Plus watching you walk around in those jeans will be payment enough." He kissed him.
They locked the bags of clothes in the back of Jared's SUV. Upon their return to the mall, Jared took Liam to a Chinese Dim Sum restaurant where they tried all kinds of different exotic dishes. Finishing their meal and feeling like over inflated balloons, they went food shopping. Those bags of groceries were piled in the back of the SUV as well when they were done.
They got back to the apartment and carried the goods to Jared's apartment and put it all away. Jared got a bottle of wine out and opened it. He poured two glasses and gave one to Liam. They went into the living room and sat together on the couch.
"This has been a wonderful day Jared," Liam said.
"I enjoyed every minute of today not because of what we bought, but because I got to spend it with you Liam." Jared leaned over and kissed him sensually.
Liam returned the kiss with enthusiasm. When they broke apart Jared placed his hand gently along Liam's cheek, stroking it, taking in the soft and velvety feeling of his skin.
"I have never loved anyone as much as I love you Liam. You are quickly becoming a very big part of my life," Jared whispered.
Liam's eyes started to water with tears. "Jared, I didn't know loving another person could feel like it does with you. Even when we were separated in the stores today, I was longing to be with you. I love you unconditionally and with my total heart."
"We have it bad for each other don't we partner," Jared said.
Jared put his arm around Liam's shoulders and pulled him tight. Liam leaned his head onto Jared's shoulder and sighed. "This feels so right Jared."
"It does to me too Liam. I would like to tell you about my grandfather if you want to hear about him," Jared said.
"Please, tell me about him. I feel that you really have a strong connection to him the way you spoke about him at supper last night."
"My Grandfather raised me. I was abandoned by my parents because they didn't have the space in their lives for a baby. My grandfather was my father, my friend and my inspiration to seek knowledge of the spiritual world. I love him so much. The nice thing is, he comes to visit me sometimes during a smudging or sweat lodge ceremony to give me some advice, and to remind me I will always be loved by him," Jared explained.
"He visits you Jared? I don't understand," Liam spoke.
"The sweat lodge gives you a chance to commune with the spirits of people who have messages for you or you may have for them. It's not like making a phone call to a specific person but it seems to me, the ones who have the most important messages come through to share them with you. I must admit, I do not understand who is chosen to come through, but it always seems to be ones who I need to speak with," Jared replied.
"Please tell me more about your Grandfather," Liam asked.
"He is the last of the old ways. Grandfather is a healer for the people as well as a respected spiritual guide. I am told our family has been doing it for generations. I have the same gifts or abilities as he does, to channel the Creator's will into healing. He can sense people's emotions even when they mask them. He can really get in touch with their deepest thoughts with a touch of his hand. At times, he can modify people's thinking processes as well by placing or covering up preconceived thoughts with his suggestions. He taught me all of these things, and how to control them as well. He taught me to accept the gifts and to use them on behalf of the Creator," Jared explained.
"So you know what I am thinking Jared?" Liam asked.
"No Liam. I could probably make an educated guess what is on your mind," Jared laughed, "but I have never used my gifts on you in any way. It would have been for personal gain and I would never do it. Don't you recall Pierre outing me and I was shocked you were gay as well as being interested in me? I had no clue about you because I had never used the gifts."
"I'm sorry, you're right. From what I have learned about you while we worked together, you have too much integrity to have done it. Besides, I have learned you do not lie."
Jared looked at him and kissed him deeply. "Besides, it doesn't take a mind reader what you have had on your mind for the last 24 hours. The constant bulge in your jeans doesn't need someone with a gift to recognize your thoughts."
"Only with you Jared," Liam laughed.
"Liam, would you tell me about your life?" Jared asked.