Chapter 1
Title: Mom Knows Best 1/?
Author: Stephanie M
Summary: Justin discovers that sometimes your mom knows you better than you know yourself.
Part 1
“Mom, why are you doing this?” Justin whined as his mom started fussing with his clothes, making sure he looked perfect.
“You need someone in your life. You’re going to love him and he understands what its like to have a crazy schedule.” Lynn answered as she looked at her son critically, he looked great but he was missing something.
“Put this on, and wipe that frown off your face. Nicholas is just what you need.” Lynn said as she rummaged through her sons jewelry.
Justin put on the Chinese love pendent and smiled, he was glad his mom had taken the news that he was gay so well but she was driving him crazy.
“Nicholas, that sounds like a dork’s name.” Justin complained as he grabbed his coat.
“It’s a nice name for a nice man. Have you got the white rose?” Lynn said as she looked around the room.
“What kind of man tells his date to carry a white rose?” Justin asked as he picked up the flower.
“He’s going to be carrying one as well so quit complaining! It was my idea actually.”
“It was a good idea, really mom. Why do I have to meet him at the marina?” Justin said quickly, not wanting to make his mom mad.
“Because it’s romantic. Now go before you’re late.” Lynn said as she rushed Justin out the room.
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Justin drove towards the marina wondering just why he had agreed to this blind date. Oh yeah, it was because his mom had nagged but she had looked so happy when he said yes.
But Nicholas, the very name suggested that his date was going to be some boring business man or worse. How had his mom decided on a date? Did she just pick a name at random, or had seen actually discussed it? Justin didn’t know which was worse.
Spying the turn in, Justin quickly parked his car and head towards the marina carrying the white rose and feeling like an idiot. He was relieved that there didn’t appear to be anyone there.
Justin stopped as he saw a tall man carrying a white rose. The man was wearing black pants and a baby blue shirt. Justin sighed when he realised his date was facing the opposite way, looking out at the water. Taking a deep breath, Justin walked towards the man, wanting to turn away at each step.
“Are you Nicholas?” Justin asked not sure what answer he wanted.
“You can call me Nick.” The man replied as he turned around.
Justin stared at the man's face in shock. He couldn’t believe his eyes. Was it all part of some weird joke? How had his mom known about his feelings? He hadn’t told anyone.
Blinking Justin said, “Fuck, it’s really you. I thought I was seeing things.”
“Sorry, I’m such a disappointment. Let me guess, your mom set you up on a blind date as well?” Nick Carter replied with a grin. He looked at Justin and smiled at the shocked look on Justin’s face.
“Yeah. You’re gay!” Justin said that closed his mouth wishing he could take back his words.
Thinking to himself that Justin looked great Nick said, “Yes, you too?”
“Yeah, want to walk?” Justin answered grinning at the other man, figuring he may as well make the most of it.
Nick swallowed at the look Justin gave him, “I’d like that. My boat is nearby. Feel like going sailing, Just?”
Justin nodded and the pair started walking. They didn’t talk, too wrapped up in their thoughts and feelings. The night was turning out to be a lot more exciting than either of them had imagined.
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“So, have you told anyone you’re gay?” Nick asked as he passed Justin a glass of champagne.
“Only my mom and her husband. How about you?” Justin answered as he watched Nick take out a bowl of strawberries. They were one of his favourite fruits, looked like their moms had organised everything.
“My mom and Kev. I kind of had to tell him, he heard me talking to my mom about tonight.” Nick said, watching Justin slowly eat a strawberry. Justin was practically driving him insane with desire as he watched every move of the younger man’s mouth.
Justin shivered as his felt Nick watching him; he didn’t know how to tell Nick how he felt. He really liked Nick but didn’t want to move too fast, he wanted more than a one night stand. If that was all he wanted there were less complicated ways to get a guy.
“Want to watch a movie?” Nick suggested not wanting to make Justin uncomfortable.
“That’d be great. What have you got?” Justin said as he settled back into the chair, relieved to see Nick apparently was after a real relationship.
“How about You’ve Got Mail or French Kiss?” Nick suggested sure that the movies were perfect date material, not too soppy and funny.
“How about You’ve Got Mail? I’ve never seen it and it’s supposed to be good.” Justin said with a smile.
“Cool, want some popcorn?” Nick said as he took the DVD from its case.
“Sure, anything I can help with?” Justin said, thinking to himself he had seen a side to Nick he hadn’t even known existed.
“That’s okay; you can just sit there looking cute.” Nick answered as he walked to the small kitchen.
Justin patted the space next to him when Nick walked into the room, a large bowl of steaming popcorn in his hands.
Nick started the movie and the pair moved to sit comfortably. Justin eventually ended up sitting with his head on Nick’s chest. The pair smiled at each other when their eyes met, before shyly looking away.
“That was great!” Justin said from his place on Nick’s chest, he felt so comfortable. The sound of the other man’s heart beat was soothing and caused shivers to spread up his spine.
“So did I meet your expectations?” Nick asked Justin as he switched off the film, the pair sat in silence, the moonlight illuminating the dark room.
“You were better. I thought I’d end up meeting some boring businessman.” Justin said with a smirk.
“Oh. You know tonight has been great. Would you mind if I asked you out again?” Nick said as he looked down at Justin. The pair stared into each other’s eyes, breaking apart with a blush.
“I’d love it. I hate to do this too you but I have to go.” Justin said as he looked at his watch.
“That’s okay; I’ve got to report to my mom. She ordered me to tell her everything.” Nick said with a wry grin, their moms had been right this time.
“So do I. Can I have your phone number?” Justin said haltingly.
“Sure, I’ll write it down for you.” Nick said as he reached into his pocket and took out a notepad.
“Thanks, here’s mine.” Justin said as he recited his number.
“I’ll walk you up to your car.” Nick said as Justin stood.
Justin looked at Nick, then hesitantly holding out his hand. His heart started thumping as Nick took his hand with a sexy grin, but then he thought that every look from Nick was sexy.
The pair walked in silence, sneaking looks at each other. Justin was amazed that Nick was actually with him, he had secretly fantasised about dating the blonde Backstreet Boy. Nick was happy that Justin was holding his hand, but a part of his mind asked is everything would still seem so wonderful in the morning.
“Thanks, I’ll call you tomorrow.” Justin said as they reached his car.
“Can I kiss you, Justin?” Nick asked, hoping and praying Justin would say yes.
Justin didn’t answer; instead he touched Nick’s lips with his own. The kiss was hesitant at first as they tasted each other. Nick tongue slowly caressed Justin’s lips, begging entry. Justin immediately opened his mouth and their tongues duelled. The sound of a car caused the pair to break apart, realising where they were.
“Goodnight, Nick. Thanks for a wonderful time.” Justin said still panting.
“It was my pleasure.” Nick answered, as Justin got into his car.
Nick watched Justin’s car drive away, taking out his notebook he looked again at Justin’s phone number in disbelief. A part of him was in shock over what happened, unable believe he had actually been on a date with Justin.
Getting into his car, Nick quickly drove way already making plans. As he drove he went over the events of the night, remembering the way Justin had looked at him. Was it possible that Justin had the same feelings for him? The same feelings Nick had kept hidden for the last two years.
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