**Chapter 6: Tidal Surge**

The world around them melted away, leaving only the thrum of their hearts and the desperate need for connection. Kai's hands rose, palms flat against Cole's chest, as he felt himself being pulled under by the tidal surge of their desire. The solid warmth of Cole's skin was a lifeline, drawing him in, and he couldn't help but cling to it. Cole's fingers tightened on Kai's buttocks, pulling him closer, as he deepened the kiss. The pressure was building, a slow-burning fire that threatened to consume them both. Kai felt his shorts slipping further down his hips, but he didn't care; he was beyond caring about anything except the sensation of Cole's mouth on his, Cole's hands on his skin. The room around them was a blur, a kaleidoscope of colors and sounds that faded into insignificance as Cole's kiss claimed him. Kai's thoughts were disjointed, fragmented images that made no sense, but one thing was clear: he needed Cole, needed the connection, the validation, the rush of adrenaline that came with being wanted. As they stumbled backwards, Cole's hands never left Kai's skin, guiding him towards the bed. The edge of the mattress hit Kai's calves, and he felt himself being pulled down, Cole's body following his. The sheets were a tangled mess beneath them, but they didn't matter; all that mattered was the touch, the taste, the smell of Cole's skin. Cole's mouth broke away, just for a moment, and Kai whimpered, his eyes flying open to find Cole's gaze burning with an intensity that left him breathless. The air was thick with tension, heavy with unspoken promises, as Cole's eyes seemed to bore into Kai's, searching for something. And then, in a movement that was almost tender, Cole reached out, his fingers tracing the edge of Kai's face, his thumb brushing against the curve of his jaw. The touch sent shivers down Kai's spine, and he felt his heart swell, his emotions threatening to spill over. "Want you," Cole whispered, his voice low and husky, sending a thrill through Kai's entire being. The words were all Kai needed; he reached up, his hands framing Cole's face, pulling him down for another kiss. This one was softer, sweeter, a gentle exploration of each other's mouths, but the desire beneath was still there, simmering just below the surface. As they sank deeper into the kiss, Kai felt himself being pulled into a vortex of sensations, a tidal surge of emotions that threatened to consume him. He was lost, and he knew it, but he didn't care; all that mattered was the journey, the destination unknown, but with Cole by his side, he felt ready to face whatever came next.