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“Thank you for attending our first annual charity fashion show with exclusive designs from up-and-coming fashion designer, Rylan Ellis-Hayes.”

Sophia smiled as applause and cheers broke out throughout the venue. Cameron laughed when he heard Tim’s wolf whistle and knew their friends would be there, cheering on his husband. He loved them.

“You can bid on the outfits, designed and created by Rylan himself, tonight only. And without further ado. The man of the hour, Rylan Ellis-Hayes.”

Cameron clapped louder than anyone, but the moment Rylan stepped out on the stage, he froze to the spot as his body flared with such passion for his husband; it stole his breath.

Rylan had created something that fit him to perfection. There was a white button-down with elements that sparkled under the stage lights. The shirt itself looked delicate, almost opaque. Over the shirt, he had on a fitted stripped vest that moulded to his body, emphasizing the curve of his hips and his slender waist. The gray pants sculpted to his thighs and emphasized his beautiful ass. But it was the Trilby hat, kinked to the side, that brought the entire outfit together.

“I would like to thank everyone for coming tonight.”

Rylan waited for the applause to fade.

“This year, Sophia and the other planners of this event have graciously offered to donate to several charities close to our hearts and you will find information about them from the wonderful volunteers sitting at the tables along the south wall.

“And without further ado, I’ll hand it over to our MC. Please welcome Mrs. Elizabeth Reyes.”

Rylan smiled and waved to the crowd as he came to join Cameron and Steffie. When Rylan spotted him, Cameron’s breath caught in his throat.

This beautiful man, this wonderful and talented man, loves me.

Cameron’s gaze continued to move over Rylan as he walked closer. There was pride in the way he displayed himself and his creation, and Cameron loved the swell of pride that filled him. When Rylan stepped close, Cameron realized there was a light dusting of blush and foundation, but it was the gloss on his lips that had him shaking with desire.

“You have on makeup.”

Rylan’s smile fell. “You don’t like it.”

Cameron opened and closed his mouth a few times, shaking his head as he tried to reassure his beautiful angel he was perfect, before he gave up on speech and reached for Rylan’s hand. Rylan’s brows drew down in confusion, but Cameron continued his movements until Rylan’s hand palmed his hard and throbbing cock.

Rylan’s loud moan pulled Cameron from his shock at the perfection that was his husband.

Clearing his throat, Cameron found his voice. “Angel, I’ve never been so wrecked by how hard I am for you. But I’m a little scared to touch you. You are perfection and I don’t want to do anything that might muss you.”

His husband’s smile turned into a laugh and without hesitation, he threw himself into Cameron’s arms. Their lips met and this time, the kiss was full of affection while scorching all of his nerve endings, leaving him a shaking and needy mess.

“And here comes Allison. She is wearing a beautiful mini-dress with matching jacket…”

Cameron turned them toward the stage where a model wore Rylan’s creation that reminded him of the ocean outside their bungalow, a mix of blue and greens, and he could almost smell the briny ocean.

Each outfit designed by his husband stunned the crowd, and Cameron watched on, mesmerized. “Wow. I knew they looked gorgeous on your dress forms, but on a model, your creations come to life. They’re exquisite. I think this one is my favorite.”

With each of the fifteen outfits, Cameron kept changing his mind, thinking out loud that each of Rylan’s designs were his favorite. Rylan squeezed his hand, but Cameron’s total concentration was on the stage.

“You are so talented.” As the last model stepped behind the curtain to a loud round of applause, he turned to Rylan and placed the barest of kisses on his lips. “You’ll be so famous.”

“While I love designing and seeing the finished product, I was thinking about finding a fashion house that would create them while allowing me to sketch and design what I want.”

Cameron nodded. “Even with Steffie, Issa, and Suzy’s help, this show ran you ragged.”

Rylan opened his mouth to speak, but Sophia called him to the stage for the finale.

Leaning in close, Cameron said, “After the show, I have a surprise for you.”

Rylan kissed him, giving him a happy smile, before he walked onstage to a roar of applause.

“Again, thank you all for coming out. The bidding will start in an hour. In the atrium, they are serving drinks and snacks,” Rylan paused and looked over at Cameron, holding his hand out. “And my special thanks goes to the love of my life and my husband, Cameron Ellis-Hayes.”

He walked out to meet his husband, surprised by the declaration, and reached for Rylan’s hand before he leaned down to press a kiss to his cheek.