Nine months ago, Tommy, a nurse, and Jared, a fire fighter met at by accident, literally. Their relationship is red hot from the start, and Tommy can hardly believe how lucky he is.

But after nine months together, Tommy has a big fight and doesn’t talk to Jared for two days. Is it over? Tommy was never really sure he was the hot fireman’s type anyway, especially when Jared has been stingy with declarations of love. But when they finally reconnect, Jared makes it clear he only wants to come home to Tommy.

Note: This short story was originally published in the charity collection, Love Is Proud.