Winter, spring, winter, spring...

It's snowin' again... a lot. *sigh* One day it's almost spring, the next day winter all over again. Can't the weather make up his/her mind already?! Usually I love the fact that we have four seasons but not at this exact moment. I hope it's all warm and sunny by morning. *crossing fingers*

Picture Perfect 13: Entwined

Okay, here's the final chapter of Picture Perfect. Hope you enjoy!__________________________________________________________________Summary: The finale.Characters: Brian Kinney, Justin Taylor, Daphne ChandersGenres: AU, Fluff, Drama, RomanceRating: PG-13Warning: Fluff! ;)Two weeks had passed since Brian and Justin's "home evening" and they seemed stronger than ever. For a few days Justin had been worried about the inscription but then he had forgotten all about it and figured Brian hadn't found it. Brian and Justin spend more and more time together. And not always in bed. They did also other things together; they went bowling, swimming, visited art galleries and had dinners in various restaurants. Brian was a little surprised that he actually enjoyed going to dinners with Justin. Brian Kinney on a date — well that's new! However there was one place Brian couldn't stand — even with Justin: the grocery store. Brian couldn't understand why people would voluntarily go to a super market to buy food. Super markets were definitely on Brian's 'most hated things' -list; just an hour with a bunch of happy hetero families with their screaming brats was enough to set Brian off. He would much rather go to some little boutiques to buy the stuff or even better — just order in some dinner. Although, Brian enjoyed watching Justin making dinner for them, so he went along with it. After a few stops at the super market, Justin noticed that the shopping trip was like some sort of inhuman torture for Brian. Justin tried to reason Brian with the fact that Brian could spend hours in some designer boutique choosing just the perfect outfit and that was kind of the same thing with groceries. Brian wasn't really convinced about that so Justin suggested that Brian would wait in the car the next time. Brian was more than relieved to hear that. At the loftAlthough Brian and Justin loved spending time together, they also had their separate lives and responsibilities to consider. One night Justin had to study and he decided it would be better if he did that at home 'cause he knew that Brian would be a big distraction for him. Not that he'd mind the distraction, but he really needed to study. So Brian was left in his loft all by himself and he didn't know what to do. 'Christ, like I haven't spend time here alone before. Why is this so hard all of a sudden? This place feels so fucking empty, like it's missing something. Or someone. The loft is missing Justin. Fuck, I'm missing Justin! How did he get inside my head so bad?'Brian thought that if he couldn't be with Justin, at least he could watch his drawings. He took Adam's Adventures from the shelf and plopped down on the sofa and started leafing it through. Brian enjoyed looking at Justin's art — it was captivating in some way. Sure Justin was technically talented but there was also something else, something almost spiritual in his works. In a way, you could sense that he had put his heart in them. Brian spent a while looking at the pictures and was about to put the book back in the shelf when he saw something. There was some writing. Brian knew immediately that it was Justin's inscription. Brian didn't remember Justin saying anything about it. 'When did he write that? Well, that's not the point', Brian thought. He was very curious what Justin had written so he started reading. The inscription said:When Irish eyes are smiling, sure it's like a morning spring. In the lilt of Irish laughter, you can hear the angels sing. When Irish hearts are happy,all the world seems bright and gay. And when Irish eyes are smiling, sure they steal your heart away. Love Justin Brian was smiling and his heart filled with love that came through the words. Justin might not have said the words, but Brian knew 'cause he felt the same way. Until now Brian wasn't sure about Justin's feelings but now he didn't have any doubts. All Brian wanted to do was to go over to Justin's and be with him but he knew he couldn't. Justin had a big exam the next day and Brian didn't want to disturb him. Brian would have to wait until the next evening. Brian read the inscription again and he just had to touch the words with his fingers — like he would've been closer to Justin that way. Brian sat on the sofa for a long time just looking at the words and thinking. All of a sudden Brian felt something wet on his cheek. A single tear rolled down his cheek. A tear of joy and happiness. Brian was overwhelmed with his feelings: he had never felt anything like this before and he was a bit unsure if he was ready for something as big as this. Sure he wanted to be with Justin but what if Justin wanted more than he could offer? 'Well, I guess it's worth the risk anyway', Brian thought. The following evening at Justin's and Daphne'sJustin was reading a book when there was a knock on the door. He went to open the door and was surprised to see Brian standing there."Hey.""Hey. Did we have plans?" Justin asked."No, are you busy?""No, come in."Brian gave Justin a kiss on his way inside. Justin was a bit worried 'cause Brian didn't seem like himself — he looked apathetic in some way."Is Daphne home?""No, she's with her boyfriend. She'll be late.""Good, I wanna talk with you.""Brian, you're scaring me. Is everything okay?""Yeah, everything's fine.""Are you sure?" "I'm sure. Can we sit down?""Sure." Brian and Justin sat down on the couch so that they were facing each other. Brian was nervous as hell. He didn't know where to start and he was just fidgeting with his fingers. Justin got more worried by the second."Brian...?" Justin asked almost whispering."I found the book", Brian said bluntly. Justin felt like his heart stopped at those words. He knew exactly what book Brian was referring to. 'Oh my God. It was too much. He's going to leave me now. God, I'm gonna die', Justin thought. "Brian, I...""No please Justin, let me talk." Brian looked so serious that Justin could only nod in response. Actually, he couldn't have spoken anyway 'cause he was on the verge of tears. He could feel them burning behind his eyes. "Justin, I... Fuck, I'm so bad with these things." Brian sighed. "I really liked that inscription you wrote for me."'Huh?' Justin didn't know what to think.Brian gave a deep sigh and took Justin's hands in his own. "No one has ever done or said anything like that to me before. Thank you. I just wish I could do something as momentous for you too."Justin was stunned. Tears were running down his face and he just stared at Brian."Justin...?" Brian was getting nervous."So you're not going to leave me?" Justin managed to say.This time it was Brian's turn to look perplexed. "Leave you? What on earth gave you that idea?""I just thought that...""That's the problem: you think too much", Brian said smiling slightly. Then he turned serious again. "Look Justin, I want to be with you. Now even more than before. I'm not going to let you go. Okay?""Okay", Justin said smiling his sunshine smile.Brian wiped away Justin's tears and pulled him closer for a kiss. The kiss was long and full of love and it sent shivers down both Brian's and Justin's spines. Justin could feel the tears threading to fall again but this time they were tears of happiness. When they broke the kiss, they just looked deep into each other's eyes and smiled. Justin pulled Brian's body to him and wrapped his arms tightly around him. Brian did the same. Brian had never felt so loved before in his life and he felt a tear gliding down his cheek. They were locked in each other's arms for a while but then Justin untangled himself and got up from the couch. Brian gave Justin a questioning look when Justin extended his hand to Brian."I want to go to my room.""Justin, I don't think I can..."Justin smiled. "I just wanna sleep with you. I mean sleep sleep.""Oh", Brian said, took Justin's hand and followed him to his room.They climbed on the bed and like so many times before, Brian spooned himself around Justin and kissed Justin's neck lightly. Justin entwined their fingers and held on tight. In minutes, they were asleep. _____________________________________________________When Daphne came home, the apartment was quiet. 'I guess Justin is sleeping already.' Daphne decided to check on him anyway. She went quietly to Justin's door and peeked inside. She stopped on her tracks; the sight wasn't exactly what she was expecting — Brian and Justin sleeping on Justin's bed, fully clothed. 'God, could they look more adorable? They look so in love', Daphne sighed. She took the blanket from the chair and carefully covered Brian and Justin with it. At the door she just had to turn to look at them again and all she could think was: 'Picture perfect.'(When Irish Eyes Are Smiling, lyrics by Chauncey Olcott & Geo Graff Jr)

Picture Perfect 12: On the Scout

Summary: Justin is unsure about something.Characters: Brian Kinney, Justin Taylor, Lindsay Peterson, Daphne Chanders Genres: AU, Fluff, General / Other / Misc, Drama, Romance Rating: PG-13 At Justin's and Daphne'sJustin thought he'd found the perfect thing to write as an inscription for Brian to Adam's Adventures. He had come across a song called When Irish Eyes Are Smiling and immediately he had thought about Brian and his beautiful hazel eyes. Although Justin wasn't really sure how Brian would react to it."Do you think it's too much? I know it's fluffy, but is it too much? Do you think Brian will laugh at me?""Do you really feel this way?""Yeah.""So you are telling him about your feelings — why would he laugh?""Maybe he thinks I'm just some love sick twink.""Has he ever treated you like one?""Well... no.""So why would he start now? I'm sure he'd never laugh at you; he wouldn't be so cruel. Even if he didn't return your feelings — which I highly doubt — he would appreciate your honesty.""You think he has feelings for me?"Daphne gave Justin a 'duh' look. "Of course he has. But to what extent, that I don't know.""I hope you're right.""Ain't I always?"Justin rolled his eyes at her. "Women!"_______________________________________________________________"Lindsay Peterson-Marcus.""Hi Lindz, it's Justin.""Oh hi Justin.""Are you busy?""No, I just put Gus for a nap. Is there something wrong?""No, I'd just like to talk to you about something.""Okay. What is it?""Actually I'd like to talk face-to-face if that's okay.""Sure. You can drop by now if you're free.""Great, I'll be there in about fifteen minutes.""Okay, see you then. Bye!""Bye!"At the Peterson-Marcus residenceJustin was sitting on the couch and he was quite nervous."So what did you want to talk about?""This stays between the two of us, right?" Justin asked."Sure, if you want.""Good."Lindsay waited for a few minutes but Justin didn't say anything. "Spill it. What has he done now?""Huh?""I assume this is about Brian. So, what did he do?""Oh, he hasn't done anything.""But this is about him?""Yeah.""So...?""Well the thing is he asked me to sign the book — Adam's Adventures — for him and I wanted it to be something special.""Yeah?""Well I think I found something.""So what's the problem?""I'm afraid it might be too soppy.""Oh. Do you have it with you?""Yeah." Justin took the paper from his backpack and handed it to Lindsay. "Here."Lindsay read it twice and looked at Justin who was waiting anxiously."Justin this is very beautiful. This shows that you know the real Brian — not only the steely ad-exec. You know, very few people notice Brian's soft side. I'm very glad you're one of them."Justin smiled. "Thanks. But do you think it'll scare him away 'cause that's the last thing I want to do?""To be honest, if you would've asked that a year ago, I would've definitely said 'yes'. But Brian has changed quite a lot since he met you and that's why I'm confident that he won't go anywhere."Justin felt much better after hearing Lindsay's words 'cause he trusted her and she had known Brian for a long time. "You really think so? You're not just saying that to make me feel good?""I mean it. You just have to be careful not to push Brian too much 'cause then he might put his walls up. Just give him time, okay?""Okay.""And one more thing...""Yeah?""Don't talk about marriage; I think that would be too much for him to handle.""I wont. Not yet", Justin smirked. Lindsay smiled. 'God, Brian is so deep in trouble with this kid. Brian is so lucky to have him; I just hope he doesn't fuck it up.'At the dinerDaphne was sitting at the Liberty Diner waiting for Justin when her cell rang."Hi Jus, what's up?""Hi Daph. Look, I'm sorry but I can't make it for lunch.""Oh", Daphne said sounding disappointed."Sorry about the short notice but one of our lovely proffs decided to give an extra lecture and I have to be there.""That really sucks.""Yeah, and not in a positive, life affirming way.""Yeah well I guess I see you tonight then?""Yeah, if I'm alive."Just then the door to the diner opened and Brian walked in."Oh oh", Daphne said."What?""Guess who just walked in.""Who?""Brian.""Fuck! I so wanna be there right now.""I bet. At least I'm here.""Yeah and what good will that do to me? Zip.""Tough luck.""Are you gonna stay there for lunch?""Sure, why not?""Well, I just thought it's kinda gay place and all..""You know Jus, I'm a big girl; I think I can handle it.""Yeah yeah. Look, I really have to go now, I'll see you tonight.""Okay, bye!""Bye!""Well well, what is a girl like you doing in a place like this?" Brian asked standing beside Daphne's booth."I thought I could eat something", Daphne grinned.Brian raised a brow."And I was waiting for Justin but he stood me up.""Did he now?""Yeah, he had some important lecture to attend to.""In that case, would you mind if I sat with you?""Not at all; it's always good to be seen with Mr. Wonderful."Brian rolled his eyes at the nickname."What? I like it.""Whatever.""Shouldn't you be at work?""Ever heard of the concept of lunch break?" Brian asked cocking his brow."Yeah well I've had the impression you didn't eat.""You thought wrong; I have to eat something or my brain doesn't work and if my brain doesn't work, I can't be the best ad-exec in the world.""Awww, I love your modesty.""So, don't you need to be somewhere, studying like a hard-working student?""Who has said I'm hard-working?" Daphne said smirking. "Actually we have self-instructional day today and I should be writing an essay but I decided I could take a break and have a lunch with my friend. Who isn't here. So I guess it's your job to entertain me.""Oh?""Yes.""And how do you think I'll do that?""Well you could start by telling me some nasty details of your and Justin's private time. Justin won't share", Daphne pouted."Are you serious?" Brian asked staring at Daphne."Yeah and I could tell you about my...""Okay, stop right now! You're gonna make me sick.""Oh damn, I guess this works just one way. Can you at least leave the door open for me next time?"Brian glared at Daphne."Is that a no?""Yes.""You're no fun.""Well, life isn't fair.""I've noticed. You know, I'm gonna catch you two sometimes.""Good luck.""Anyway, how are things between you two?" "Fine.""Justin told me you ate some cake at Gus' birthday party. I would've liked to see that.""Yeah well, Justin used extreme measures. I had no choice.""I guess you punished him afterwards?""Oh yes. For hours. Though I'm not sure if that was really a punishment. Justin was very consensual.""Who wouldn't?"Brian gave Daphne his patented tongue-in-cheek smirk. "So I guess you won't tell me any details?""No. God, why are you so obsessed with gay sex?""Well, duh. Imagine this: two guys — in this case very hot guys I might add — in bed together — what more could a girl wish for?""Tell that to Lindz and Mel", Brian grinned."Well I think they don't recognize the good thing when they see it.""I'm with you on that one."During their talk Brian realized Daphne was very smart and ambitious about her future. He understood why she and Justin were so close. 'This would've been the perfect lunch if Justin would've been here.'Daphne noticed how Brian's features softened every time he talked about Justin. 'He's so in love with Justin. I just wish he could open up with him and tell him about his feelings', Daphne thought. "I guess I should be heading back to the office. Do you need a ride?""Well I should drop by the campus...""Okay, I'll drive you.""You don't have to do that, I can catch a bus.""It's no trouble, it's on my way.""Are you sure?""Yes. Now, come on."__________________________________________________________"Hey, there's my friend Cassie. You can drop me here."Brian pulled over. "Thanks for the company", Brian said and gave Daphne a little kiss on her cheek. Daphne blushed. "Uh... you too. Thanks for the ride", Daphne said opening the door. "My pleasure. Bye!""Bye!""Christ Daph! Was that gorgeous man your boyfriend?" Cassie asked excitedly."I wish! He plays for the other team.""So it is true: all the best of them are gay. What a waste!""Yeah, in a way it is. But I don't have time to be bitter 'cause he's seeing Justin and they look so perfect together — you just can't break them up, that would be too cruel." At the loft "Yeah?""Hey, it's me.""Oh, hey.""Are you busy?""Well, I have to work for a few hours but nothing after that. Did you have something in mind?""I just thought maybe we could watch a movie or something.""Sure. What time are you coming?""Actually I'm nearby now and I thought I could come right away so I wouldn't have to drive back and forth. Is that okay? I won't bother your work."'I wouldn't be so sure about that.' "Yeah, sure. See you in a bit.""Okay, see you."________________________________________________________________Brian was reading a file when he heard a knock on the door and couldn't help the tiny smile that crept on his lips. He opened the door and was rewarded with a sunshine smile."Hey.""Hey yourself", Brian said and pulled Justin into the loft. Before Justin had any time to think, he found himself pushed towards the wall and Brian's lips attacking his. Justin was immediately lost in the kiss; he opened his mouth and felt Brian's tongue fondling his teeth and his own tongue. Justin sucked Brian's tongue and ground himself closer to Brian and felt Brian's hands on his ass. Both men were moaning in pleasure. When they broke the kiss, they were both breathless. Justin grinned at Brian."What?" "I guess you're glad that I'm here, huh?"Brian cocked a brow. "Whatever.""Asshole!" Justin exclaimed and slapped Brian on his ass playfully."Ouch!""Oh please, like that really hurt.""My skin is very sensitive", Brian said rubbing his ass in an exaggerating way. Justin rolled his eyes. "I guess I should let you back to work."Brian sighed. "I guess so. What are you going to do?""I have some reading to do and then I thought I'd sketch.""Okay, I think I need a few hours.""Okay, I leave you alone now", Justin said and gave Brian a quick kiss and went to the couch.Brian went back to his desk, although quite reluctantly. To his surprise, he managed to forget the blonde sitting just a few feet away and concentrate on his work. Justin was reading his art history book and when he was sure Brian wasn't paying attention, he searched for Adam's Adventures and found it in the self. He opened it and started writing. When he was finished, he put the book back. Justin was a bit scared how Brian would react when he read that so he thought it would be better if Brian were alone then. Justin took his sketchbook and started sketching. He was so into it that he didn't notice Brian coming to stand behind the couch and watching him sketch. "That's good."Justin jumped. "Christ! Are you trying to cause me a heart attack?""Sorry", Brian said and went to sit with Justin on the couch. "Is that for school?""Yeah, we're supposed to draw 'nature's power' and rain and sky have always intrigued me so I decided to draw them.""So this is for drawing class?""Yeah. Why?""I'd like to have this as a painting. Would you do that? I do know you aren't exactly fond of painting landscapes.""You want me to paint this for you?""Yeah.""Why?""Why not? I really like this picture and I think it would match with the other 'Justin Taylor original' which I already own."Justin smiled. "Oh yeah, you were my fan even before you knew me.""Well, talent is hard to miss."Justin looked at Brian and saw that Brian really meant that."And of course I thought you'd do it cheap and when you are the most famous artist in the world, I could sell them at high price", Brian smirked."No, I don't want any money of it.""You know, with that attitude you'll never be rich. Anyway, I'll pay you; it's only fair.""But...""No buts. I won't take it for free. You paint, I pay — do we have a deal?"Justin thought for a moment. "Okay.""Good. But don't take any stress over it; you can paint that whenever you have time and energy 'cause it doesn't have to be ready right away.""Okay.""Okay, that's settled then. So, have you eaten?""No.""Well I think we need to order something. You like Chinese, don't you?""I love it.""Chinese it is." Brian ordered the food and grabbed them beers. "So, is there any good movie on TV?"Justin leafed through the TV guide. "Well there's Gone with the Wind.""And it takes only three and a half hours.""I take that as a no."Brian raised his brows."Ookay. Well we have Shakespeare in Love — that's got Joseph Fiennes and Ben Affleck.""And way too much poetry.""Not a poetry lover, huh?""Not in that extent anyway.""So you've actually seen it?""Well yeah, but I'm not looking forward to see it again.""What about Good Will Hunting?""Isn't Affleck in that too? Are you obsessed with him or something?""No, Matt Damon is in that too", Justin grinned.Brian rolled his eyes. "Do you pick a movie only by the cast?""No, but it helps", Justin said and gave Brian a smile."Well Good Will Hunting is a pretty good movie, so I'm okay with that.""Great! Ben and Matt it is."Brian and Justin ate their dinner while watching the movie. At some point they snuggled into each other's arms on the couch and neither one of them really paid much attention on the movie. They just relaxed and enjoyed each other's company."What are you thinking about?" Justin asked."I just thought that Mel would have a fit if she'd see me now.""Why?""Well I've never been the cuddling kind of guy.""Oh.""At least not until now. But to be honest, this isn't so bad", Brian said and gave a little kiss on Justin's head.Justin smiled and grabbed Brian's hands a little tighter.

Picture Perfect 11: Party Party!

Summary: It's Gus' birthday.Characters: Brian Kinney, Justin Taylor, Emmett Honeycutt, Ted Schmidt, Lindsay Peterson, Melanie Marcus, Gus, Daphne Chanders, Debbie Novotny Genres: AU, General / Other / Misc, Drama Rating: PG-13At the loft "Ask him what? ... Oh that, sorry I've forgotten the whole thing. ... Yeah yeah, I'll ask him. ... Yeah, see you tomorrow."Brian hang up the phone and went to get some coffee and sat next to Justin. "So are you free next Saturday?" Brian asked."I guess so. What do you have in mind? A weekend long fuckathon?""Not a bad idea", Brian grinned. "But no, this is a bit duller. It's Gus' birthday party and Lindz asked if you'd like to come.""Sure, I'd love to. I take it the party won't be in here?""Hell no! One kid I can manage. Barely. So 'kids' won't be an alternative. I leave the party arrangements to the munchers. I get the bill though.""Well I guess it's better this way, for everyone. You're not exactly the first person I'd choose for the party planner for children's party.""Yeah, I'm better with adults' parties. And especially parties that involves only two persons", Brian said with a tongue-in-cheek smirk."You don't say?""I say. So, have you got enough to eat?"Justin gave Brian a questioning look. "I guess so.""Good, I want to show you my party planner expertise. In the bedroom.""Ooh. I think I still have room for something; like a dessert I mean", Justin said mischievously. "Very good answer", Brian said and pulled Justin into the bedroom.At Justin's and Daphne's on Gus' birthdayBrian knocked on the door and Justin answered almost immediately."Hey.""Hey yourself", Brian said and kissed Justin briefly. "So are you ready to go?""Yeah, I just grab my stuff", Justin said and went to his room.A few minutes later he came back with his backpack and a package. The package had a blue ribbon on it and it looked like a painting. "What's that?" Brian asked pointing at the package."It's a present for Gus, it's a picture.""Very funny; I figured that one out. I mean what is it about? Is it me?""You and your big ego. No it's not you. For your information, I can draw also other people and things than just you. Besides, I don't think Gus would appreciate my drawings of you, if you know what I mean.""Yeah, maybe you're right. So what is it?""I won't tell", Justin grinned. Brian rolled his eyes at Justin. "Daphne, what's the picture about?" "It's..." Justin gave Daphne a threatening look. "Oh yeah, I'm not authorized to tell you", Daphne said smiling. "But I can assure you it's great and Gus will absolutely love it."Brian gave a deep sigh. "Fine, don't tell, I'll find out soon anyway. I think we should get going. Are you ready?""Yeah, let's go. Can you carry this?" Justin asked handing Brian the picture."Sure."At Gus' birthday party "The party is in the backyard so we can go straight there", Brian said when he and Justin got out of the car. "Okay", Justin said and followed Brian.The backyard was full of people: kids and their parents — and the gang of course."Daddy!" Gus exclaimed when he saw Brian arriving. Gus run into Brian's arms and Brian lifted the boy up."Hey Sonny Boy. Happy birthday! How old are you now?"Gus looked at his hand and furrowed his brows. After a moment he smiled and showed four fingers at Brian."Four years, that's right. You're a big boy already.""Big boy", Gus giggled. Then he noticed Justin standing there too. "Justin!" Gus squirmed in Brian's arms. "Down!" he demanded so Brian let him down. Gus went to Justin and hugged him."Hey Gus, happy birthday!""Where have you been? I've missed you.""I've missed you too. I was in New York.""What did you do there?""I was learning how to draw and paint better.""You can draw already. Daddy could use some teaching.""Yeah, I think you're right", Justin smiled."Hey, I'm right here!" Brian said a bit offended.Gus and Justin just smiled lovingly at Brian. 'I'm so losing my edge', Brian thought when he found himself smiling with Gus and Justin. 'But how could I be mad at them?'"Can I go and play with my friends?""Sure Sonny Boy, it's your birthday.""He's so cute", Justin said."Well, he is my son", Brian smirked."Aah, you're so modest." "Brian, Justin! I'm so glad the both of you could come", Lindsay said."Thanks for inviting me too. I hope Gus likes my gift. I didn't know what to buy so I did something myself.""Oh, I'm sure he'll love it. He likes your drawings", Lindsay said. "So what's in it?""He won't tell", Brian said rolling his eyes."He's a bit annoyed 'cause I wouldn't tell him", Justin explained."I can understand that; he's a total control freak.""Hey, is this some kind of 'mock Brian' -day?""Oh come on, don't be mad", Justin said and wrapped his arm around Brian's waist.Brian put his arm around Justin's shoulders to show he wasn't really mad. 'And they didn't believe Brian Kinney could fall in love. Ha! I told them so', Lindsay thought. "Lindz? Lindz, hello?""Oh sorry, I was just thinking about something.""I don't think I wanna know. You had that odd look on your face. It must've been something which involves you and Mel and bed... eewww..." Brian shuddered.Lindsay just rolled her eyes. 'If you just knew.'"Anyway, did Gus like our gift?""Oh, he loved it! He didn't want to come outside: he would've played with it the whole day.""What did you get him?" Justin asked. "A miniature railway. Gus really likes trains.""Did you try it?""Yeah, a little.""A little? I think it was more like two hours", Lindsay said."Well I had to check that everything was all right", Brian explained."Suuure", Lindsay said smiling and Justin tried to suppress his chuckle.____________________________________________________________"Gus, you have one present left to open.""I do?" Gus asked happily."Yeah, the one from Justin. Wanna open it now?" Lindsay asked though she knew the answer."Yay!" Gus exclaimed.Melanie helped Gus to unwrap the present. When the picture could be seen, Gus started to smile widely and clap his hands in pure joy."It's me! And Adam!""Who the fuck is Adam?" Brian whispered to Justin. "It's the dog from the book. You remember, Adam's Adventures?""Oh yeah, that Adam.""Mammy, show the picture!" Gus asked Melanie.Melanie showed the picture to everybody and especially all the kids were drawn to it.Gus came to hug Justin. "It's the best present I've EVER had!""Even better than the railway?" Justin asked. Gus seemed to really ponder the question. Finally he said: "I like them both as much.""That sounds good. I'm happy you liked it. Now, go on and play with your friends.""You won't leave while I'm there?""No, I won't leave", Justin said smiling. When Gus was back with his friends, Brian asked: "Are you trying to steal my son away from me?"Justin smiled. "I wouldn't do that. But it's not my fault the Kinney men are drawn to me, is it?""It's exactly your fault", Brian said and pulled Justin for a kiss. "Come on, I wanna show you the railway", Brian said to Justin while pulling him towards the house."Oh no you don't!" Debbie exclaimed."What?" Brian asked trying to look as innocent as possible. "Don't you try that look on me! I've known you long enough and I know exactly what you're thinking.""And what would that be?" Brian asked raising his brows."You know what, don't play stupid! I mean s-e-x", Debbie decided to spell the word for the sake of the children. "I understand it's hard for you not to think about it with the blonde bomb shell by your side but come on, it's your son's birthday party. You can wait for few hours.""I was just going to show the railway to Justin", Brian tried to defend himself."I bet. I can just imagine what kind of tunnel you were thinking of.""Why Debbie, I think you have even dirtier mind than I", Brian said tongue-in-cheek."Yeah yeah. Anyway, you're not going inside; you're going to have some birthday cake.""I don't eat cake", Brian said firmly. "Of course you don't but Sunshine does so you can watch.""Come on, Brian", Justin said guiding them to the cake. Brian followed Justin but wasn't going to have any of that fattening cake.Debbie went to Emmett and Ted."I think Brian's gonna eat some cake today", Debbie said smirking."I don't think so; Brian doesn't do cakes", Ted said."Wanna bet?" Debbie asked. "Sure. Ten bucks for Brian not eating any of that cake.""Okay, I bet the same amount but with Brian eating some. What about you Emmett?""I'm with you on this one. I know I would do anything Justin could think of. Brian may be strong but he hasn't got a chance with Justin.""My thoughts exactly", Debbie smiled. _____________________________________________________________Brian and Justin were sitting a bit away from the other guests. "This is really good, you should try some", Justin said to Brian while eating the cake."I don't eat cakes. Do you know how much fat is in that?""A lot I guess but it wouldn't kill you to at least taste it. You paid for it after all.""I take your word for it."Justin moved closer to Brian. "A little bite please", Justin said trying to feed Brian some cake."Get that away from me!""Please", Justin cooed. "I can think of some exercise for you to lose all that fat later." Justin gave Brian a seductive look."No. It would take hours to burn off all those calories.""The longer the better", Justin smirked. Brian raised his brow and Justin moved even closer to Brian so he could touch Brian's crotch."What are you doing?" Brian asked."I'm persuading you to eat this cake. Pleeease. You would make Lindsay and Debbie very happy. And me too", Justin said with puppy dog eyes.Brian sighed. "For God's sake! If you take your hand off my groin, I'll taste it, okay?"Justin beamed and removed his hand and fed a spoonful of cake to Brian. "It's not bad", Brian conceded. "So you want some more?"Brian opened his mouth to decline but before he could say anything, Justin had already put more cake into Brian's mouth. "That wasn't fair", Brian mumbled.Justin just rolled his eyes. "Pay up", Debbie and Emmett said beaming to Ted. "Damn! I was so sure Brian wouldn't do that", Ted said giving the money to Debbie and Emmett. "Don't underestimate Justin Taylor's ways of persuading", Emmett said. "I guess Kinney has a weak spot after all.""Definitely."