Kyle and Justin are just friends, right? Well, friends who have weird superpowers—like Justin turning into a tiger and Kyle being able to control the cold (sort of). But maybe they're more than friends, too...
Justin doesn't want to admit to his feelings, especially since Kyle is a little younger than him and seems so vulnerable and damaged.
There's more at work in their lives than sometimes out-of-control powers or teasing and flirting: there's a protective and easily annoyed boss, and unexpected danger. Because even out-of-control powers are of use to somebody.
Length: 31,000 words
Heat level: very low