Sequel to "Simple and Straightforward"

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Counting down the days until Brian’s final radiation treatment was like counting down to normalcy -- at least, as normal as their life together ever had been or could be. At the very least, it would be an end to the runaway roller coaster ride of the last six weeks. Life had been speeding through a shitload of twists and turns, dragging a breathless Justin and Brian along for the white-knuckled ride as they both struggled to make sense of the scenery flying by.

This story was written in July 2018.

He could tell Michael that he loved him. Always had, always will. Brian wasn’t sure why saying “I love you” to Michael was so easy -- why it was different. Why the words flowed off his tongue with Michael but felt stuck in his throat with Justin.

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This is a song fic inspired by Lifehouse's song "Yesterday's Son." It's gap filler, and a peek inside Brian Kinney's head through several key story arcs in the course of the show's five seasons. It's the first story I wrote for the QAF fandom in July 2018.

This story is a bunch of short moments, from Cynthia’s point of view, about Brian and Justin’s relationship through all five seasons.

THIS STORY IS NOW COMPLETE!

This story picks up right where 'Aftermath' ends.  This is the third and final installment in the 'After' series of stories about the aftereffects of Justin's bashing by the despicable Chris Hobbs.  This story centers primarily on those closest to Justin and how they deal with what has happened.  It's my interpretation of what could have been going on in between scenes during the first episode of Season 2.  I hope you will enjoy it.  

My eternal gratitude to the remarkable Judy for her beta skills, and my beautiful granddaughter, Marika, for the evocative banner.  I love you both dearly.

Three Days before Thanksgiving Claire Kinney looks back on her life as things go downhill fast for her. She reluctantly arrives at her childhood home to join her mother Joan Kinney for Thanksgiving dinner.  Two unexpected guests who come to dinner change everything for Claire and the rest of the family.

Brian and Justin spend their last night together before Justin heads for New York. What were their thoughts during that time?  Ep. 513 Gap Filler.

A QAF fanfic reader made a request for stories that involved the immediate aftermath of that tragic bashing of our beloved Justin and how Brian responded to it.  I believe it inspired a lot of our writers, including myself.  I do hope you will find this story interesting, although I can't say it will be a lot of fun, considering the subject matter.  Please keep in mind how things did turn out for the couple later on as you reach the end of this story, and don't be too sad. 

I want to thank Gloria Hernon for her brilliant suggestion.  I also wish to thank my beloved Judy for her beta skills and my beloved granddaughter, Marika, for her amazing banner.

A little 308 gap filler about what happened after the ending of the episode.

308 Gap Filler.  What were Brian's thoughts before the "greatest reunification since Germany?"

Season 3. Post B/J reunion, but before Brian is fired from Vanguard. Brian takes Justin on a trip to make amends.

Emmett Honeycutt never thought having kids was in the cards for him. So when Drew brings it up, genuinely and honestly, his response isn't an immediate yes or no.

A post-canon but pre-Intersect tale on how Emmett and Drew come to terms with their worries and concerns in order to start a family.

Gap-filler. 106 - Daphne leaves the Gay & Lesbian center with a woman to grab a drink at the diner.

“What are you doing? She thinks you’re a lesbian?”

“Well can’t I be one of the cool kids too?”

“You’re such a freak!”

Justin's thoughts as he prepares to go to New York. Gap filler, Episode 513.

These are the works from Intersect Interactive, a Tumblr that will have one-shots, drabbles, deleted scenes, and answers to questions and requests pertaining to the Intersect Universe. Stories written will not give spoilers on future chapters or sequels to Intersect or its sequels. See story notes for more details.

Justin will remember his 18th birthday for a very long time - Brian made sure of it. Food play and smut, strawberries and whipped cream. No angst, only hotness.

To catch your attention, a little quote: Every time I thought I couldn't take it any longer, he would stop for a second or two to give me time to catch my breath and compose myself. And then he would come back to exploring every inch of my skin with his skilled mouth and tongue, leaving traces of a burning fire on my body, then cooling them down by blowing slightly on my wet skin, then setting me on fire again. It must have lasted an eternity.

Banner by Marny - thank you!

This is a sequel to Phone Sex.

Brian teaches Justin the art of phone sex.

A short, fluff-filled one-shot about Brian's reaction to his first white hairs.

Brian may not be able to say "I love you" in words, but then again, as they say, actions speak much louder. Now if Justin can just learn to read them . . .

Their time will never end.

Our first love always remains in our lives.

Sometimes as a sad reminder. Other times as the sweetest moment of our lives. The way we remember it will depend on our capacity to love.

Note: This story is my birthday present to my dear friend and Beta Kim (Predec2).

For you, my dear friend Kim (Predec2). Happy Birthday and always be very happy.

Having almost lost Justin forever, Brian decides not to f-up any more birthdays.

Gapfiller for Ep. 407:

Brian knows he may have cancer, but has not yet told anyone. At Emmett’s suggestion, Justin brings two men to the loft in order to ‘spice things up’, believing his sexual relationship with Brian is merely in a slump. But Brian leaves abruptly when he finds the men in the loft, saying he ‘left something at the office’. This story is set when he returns to the loft several hours later.

This is a gap-filler for the story arc in season 2 in which Justin is a go-go boy at Babylon.  I wanted to explore what could have happened if Brian found out about what happened at Sap's party in episode 14, "The Dangers of Sex and Drugs."

When they released the video with the deleted scene between Nasir and Castus that occurred  when he tried to comfort Nasir over the loss of Agron, I was inspired to write this story. It is a 3 part gap filler of that period of time right after Agron leaves, up until he returns. I hope you will enjoy my interpretation of Agron and Nasir's feelings during this period.

This is posted without beta temporarily while my beta is completing work on a professional novel. I promise to make necessary corrections as soon as I hear from her. Thank you for your patience with any mistakes I may make.

Just got the beta'd copy back so the corrections are made. Many thanks to my dear friend, Judy, for all her help.  

Someone is watching Justin, and feeling regret. Set in Season 3

What if Brian had gone to Vermont to surprise Justin for Spring Break, at the end of 2.17?   *For the 'Spring is in the Air' Challenge*

Brian after the Prom, after Justin's bashing. What did he suffer through? Set between seasons 1 and 2.

Post-513, Partial Gapfiller for ep. 214, 406.
When Justin flies off the handle after getting some unwelcome news,
Brian challenges him on his irrational and sometimes naive responses to difficult situations. Warning: Spanking Scene

What would happen if life was thrown at you with little time left and it was a mistake?

The time it took him to realize something was wrong. S5E10 gapfiller?

307-308 Gap Filler

Justin has broken up with Ethan but doesn't yet know how to get Brian back. He's been living with Daphne for a month and he's crazy depressed but he keeps seeing Brian in his dreams.

*Disclaimer: These characters are the property of Cowlip. I have no intention of ever profiting from these stories.

 You fall in love with him on prom night.

A gapfiller for ep. 309. After finishing with his trick, Brian calls Justin back to the loft to work some 'long, hard hours deep into the night'.

With open arms, reviews are welcomed, greatly appreciated and promptly answered!! (even if in the form of constructive criticism)

(Could be considered gap-filler 3.07-3.08) Justin POV during his and Ethan's break-up scene then Daphne's POV when Justin shows up at her place afterward. Slight? Ethan bashing. Okay, a LOT Ethan bashing.

With open arms, reviews are welcomed, greatly appreciated and promptly answered!! (even if in the form of constructive criticism)

Gapfiller 2.02 ~ Brian's thoughts as Justin shows up at the loft and Brian must turn him away after being told by Justin's mom to never see Justin again.

With open arms, reviews are welcomed, greatly appreciated and promptly answered!! (even if in the form of constructive criticism)

The story told from both Brian and Justin's POV during the “King of Babylon” contest and through to the diner conversation the next morning, so obviously spoilers for S1ep20.

Series 1 – after Episode 3 -  Brian has Justin back at his place for a 2nd time.  Gap filler… all you see on the show is what's in the first paragraph below.  This story assumes the rest of what happened.

The way 513 could have ended. Brian's POV. 

Brian/Justin smut. Definitely rated NC-18 for content and language.

This is the 1st story in this series. How Do I Love Thee... Let Me Counth the Balloons is the sequel. 

And a huge thanks to my wonderful banner designer (who also has great stories... go read them) Jackie Mag. :D

on the road back to Pittsburgh, Brian makes a promise

"So you were never going to tell me." Justin's tone is halfway between a question and a statement as he sits down on the edge of the bed with a bowl of the fucking chicken soup.

post-409

Neither of them wanted to be the first to start some meaningless conversation that would, ultimately, only lead to the one thing they weren't willing to talk about. Justin's departure. Flight 303, Pittsburgh to New York, Gate 46.

during 5.13

"I have to stop losing you."

set after 510, going ever so slightly AU

during 507 - after Brian has left Michael's house, Justin follows him

Episode 304 - BRIAN est seul dans sa voiture après la terrible confrontation avec sa mère et sa soeur.

Disclaimer : All characters belong to COWLIP

I did not like how the series ended so I'm going to add a final episode.  This is eighteen months after the show ended.  Promises are kept, dreams come true and memories are returned.

After marrying Brian, Justin recalls his time with Gus.

What happens afrer Brian tell's Justin about him getting tested for Syphillis

Join Brian as he tries to deal with Justin's departure and absence--but does good news lie ahead?

Sometimes a picture can say it all...

Justin asks Brian to the Prom.

A Queer as Folk OneShot

Season 1 Episode 20 GapFiller

Set immediately after Justin wins the King of Babylon contest.

Starts from the infamous office reunification scene and goes through the following morning. Enjoy! :)

Two weeks after Justin's bashing, Brian is witness to a miracle!

***Featured Story for December 2015***

Season 2. While Christmas shopping with Daphne, Justin has a panic attack in a crowded shopping mall. Brian helps him to deal with the aftermath.

Season 3, Eps. 6 & 7-during Ben's steroid use.

In a match of heritage and wits and wills and words and personality and heart and physical and mental strength and diversified references to pull from between Michael and Ben—who will prevail?

The first Brian tells Justin he loves him...

Fanfics written in Brian's POV.

A cancer-arc fic, takes place when Justin comes back after Brian's thrown him out. Brian realizes he doesn't have to bear his burdens alone.

This little story is just for fun.  It's a combination gap-filler and what if.  What if Brian suddenly shows signs of being allergic to poor Justin only a couple of weeks after they have gotten back together following the Fiddler Fiasco?  What could be causing the problem?  And is Brian doomed to avoid his favorite bed-mate thanks to his 'problem'.  I hope you will enjoy the humor of the situation, although Brian certainly doesn't seem to be.  Many big thanks to my friend Pat for beta help and my beautiful Granddaughter Amy for the banner.

Gap filler ep. 314. Jason Kemp’s POV, looking down at Liberty Avenue.

You don’t think it could take just ANY Guardian Angel to deal with Brian Kinney do you? Vic Grassi has a job to do and a couple to reunite all while their world is being blown to bits.