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Passion in Perspiration - part 1
Alright, let’s do this.
You enter the gym, the smell of sweat and iron filling your nostrils.
This is a sanctuary for you - a place where you can push yourself to be stronger, faster, better than yesterday.
As you approach the locker room, you catch a glimpse of Levi lifting weights in the mirrored wall.
Your heart skips a beat as you admire his chiseled features and toned body.
You’ve noticed him here before - he always seems to be on the same schedule as you, but this is the first time you’ve really taken the time to appreciate his presence.
You try not to stare, but it’s difficult when he’s so captivating.
His piercing eyes and confident demeanor make him stand out among the other gym-goers.
You begin your routine, starting with a warm-up on the treadmill.
As you run, your eyes keep wandering towards Levi’s direction, watching as he expertly lifts weights with an intensity that borders on fury.
You can’t help but feel a flutter of attraction building inside you - it’s obvious that both of you take your workouts seriously and share a passion for fitness.
Levi meets your gaze, a spark of interest in his eyes.
Is he…?
No, get a grip, you’re here to work out.
You concentrate on your run, increasing the speed and incline as perspiration begins to bead on your forehead.
But even as you push yourself harder, your thoughts keep drifting towards Levi - wondering if he feels that same electricity in the air when your eyes meet.
Your workout routine continues with circuit training, alternating between cardio and strength exercises.
You try to focus on the burn of your muscles and the rhythm of your breathing, but it’s difficult when Levi is so close by.
Every time you catch him watching you, a rush of adrenaline courses through your veins, making you want to push yourself even harder just to impress him.
As you both struggle with an exercise that needs a spotter, Perfect opportunity… you think, walking towards Levi.
“Need a hand?” you ask, feeling the tension between you building.
He nods, and you step closer - your hands on his firm muscles as you help him with the exercise.
The physical contact is electric, sending jolts of desire through your body.
You can feel his heat radiating from his skin, and you’re aware that your fingers are lingering just a bit longer than necessary on his arms.
The rising tension between you is palpable, an invisible force pulling you together even as you maintain the pretense of casual conversation.
“This works better with a partner,” you say, your hands still on his firm muscles as you help him complete another set.
You can feel his gaze boring into you, and you know he’s just as affected by this closeness as you are.
As the workout comes to an end, your breathing slows, and both of you are drenched in sweat.
Levi hands you a water bottle, his fingers brushing against yours for the briefest of moments.
It’s a simple gesture, but it sends shivers down your spine - leaving you wondering what could be if you allowed this attraction to grow.
“Same time tomorrow?” you ask, your fingers briefly touching his as you take the water bottle from him.
He nods, his gaze intense on yours, and for a moment, it feels like everything else in the world fades away.
The electricity between you is undeniable now - a current that threatens to ignite into something more if given the chance.
Without another word, Levi turns and leaves, leaving you alone with your thoughts as you watch him go.
What just happened?
Is this attraction mutual or merely wishful thinking on your part?
As much as you try to convince yourself that it’s nothing, you can’t shake the feeling that something exciting is brewing between you and Levi - and with each shared glance and lingering touch, the anticipation grows stronger.
You arrive at the gym, your heart pounding more from anticipation than exertion.
Focus… you remind yourself.
The thought of seeing Levi again sends shivers down your spine - memories of your previous encounter lingering like a tantalizing promise.
As you enter the gym floor, you spot him lifting weights, his muscles rippling under the fluorescent lighting.
You can’t help but admire his form as he expertly executes each rep with precision and intensity.
The attraction is undeniable now - a current that threatens to ignite into something more if given the chance.
Your eyes meet, and you see the same unspoken desire reflected in his gaze.
It’s a heady feeling knowing that your interest is mutual, but also nerve-wracking, as it feels like you’re walking on thin ice, one wrong move away from shattering this fragile connection.
You begin your warm-up, keeping an eye on Levi as he finishes his set and moves onto the treadmill.
Your paths cross as you both reach for a water bottle at the same time.
A jolt of electricity courses through your body as your fingers brush against his - the accidental touch lingering just a bit longer than necessary.
Levi smiles, an acknowledgment of the chemistry between you, and you smile back, feeling both exhilarated and terrified at the same time.
You know that you should focus on your workout, but it’s difficult with him so close by - his presence a constant reminder of the unexplored potential between the two of you.
As you both continue with your routines, occasionally exchanging glances and stolen smiles, the atmosphere in the gym seems to be charged with anticipation.
The sweat on your brow isn’t just from physical exertion - it’s also a result of the intense longing building inside you as you navigate this delicate dance of attraction.
Eventually, you both finish your workouts and begin cooling down.
You feel Levi’s eyes on you as you stretch, his gaze lingering on every curve of your body.
Your heart skips a beat, and you feel a flush creep up your neck as you wonder what he’s thinking - if he’s feeling the same desire that courses through your veins like wildfire.
“You’re strong,” Levi comments, his eyes reflecting his admiration.
And you’re… you bite your lip, “distractingly handsome.” You can’t help but blush at your own flirtatiousness - the words tumbling from your mouth before you have a chance to filter them.
Levi chuckles, his eyes never leaving yours as he responds, “You know, I could say the same about you.” The compliments are indirect, but their intent is clear.
You’re both flirting now - testing the boundaries of this attraction to see if there’s potential for something more.
As your workouts end, you’re both reluctant to part ways.
“Maybe we could stretch together?” you suggest, hoping that he will agree and prolong this moment.
Levi nods enthusiastically, his eyes sparkling with excitement at the prospect of spending more time in your company.
You find a secluded corner of the gym, where the sounds of clanging weights and pounding treadmills are muffled by distance.
You begin to stretch, feeling slightly self-conscious as Levi observes you.
But his gaze is warm and encouraging - he seems genuinely interested in your wellbeing rather than just ogling your body.
As the stretches progress, you both find opportunities to assist one another - using the guise of helping each other cool down as an excuse to explore each other’s bodies more intimately.
You can feel the sexual tension building with every touch, as your fingers brush against his firm muscles or as he carefully guides your leg into a deeper stretch.
The atmosphere is charged now - the air thick with desire and anticipation.
It feels like you’re on the edge of something big, and neither of you wants to be the one to push it over that precipice.
You’re both caught in this delicate dance, each move carefully calculated to test the waters without ruining the delicate balance between you.
You find yourselves face-to-face now, your bodies mere inches apart as you catch your breaths.
Your heart races, and you can feel Levi’s gaze on you - intense and unwavering.
It’s in this moment that you know there is no going back - the attraction between you has grown into something more powerful than either of you could have imagined.
You’re face-to-face, your breath hitching as he leans in.
“Tomorrow…” he whispers, his breath warm against your lips before he pulls away.
The tension is almost unbearable now - the electricity between you a living thing that crackles with the promise of something more to come.
As you both part ways, it’s clear that there’s no way you can deny the attraction that has grown between you.
You’re eagerly anticipating your next encounter at the gym - wondering what new heights of passion and desire await you as you explore this thrilling dance of seduction together.