QUEER AS FOLK
EPISODE 6.12 – REFLECTIONS OF THE PAST
Original Posting date: 10–20-07
ORIGINAL SERIES CREATED BY RON COWEN & DANIEL LIPMAN
WRITTEN AND DIRECTED BY CLEVERDEVIL
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MAIN THEME: CUE THE PULSE TO BEGIN
FADE IN: INT. PITTSBURGH INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT - LANDSIDE TERMINAL - BAGGAGE CLAIM - DAY
Close up of a medium sized duffel bag lying on the baggage carousel along with other luggage of various kinds and shapes. Somebody grabs the straps. The camera widens up. Justin, wedged between a big heavy guy and a woman with a hooknose, lifts up the bag and somehow manages to turn around. The baggage claim is crowded with passengers and people who came to pick them up. Justin worms his way through the second circle of luggage owners and scans the lines of waiting people. It takes him two seconds to spot him. Change of angle. Brian looks gorgeous as usual. Tight black jeans, a white shirt showing under his twelve hundred dollar leather jacket. He indicates Justin to come over with a movement of his head. According to the expression on his face he's extremely pissed. Justin passes the border to the waiting area and quickly approaches his partner but instead of kissing him hello, Brian grabs one strap of the duffel bag.
JUSTIN
The take off was delayed.
BRIAN
(growling)
Fucking thirty minutes. I should sue them for wasting my time. C'mon, hurry up.
He heads for the exit to the short term parking garage. Justin has no choice but to follow. Music sets in: Billy Idol - Speed. We see them hurrying through the lower level of the terminal. Change to them hastening along the walkway to the garage.
JUSTIN
(out of breath)
How much time do we have left?
BRIAN
(takes a glance at his watch)
Forty minutes. Maybe fifty.
Change to the garage. Justin is carrying the bag by himself now, while Brian takes out his keys. He stops in front of a black Chevrolet Cobalt SS Coupe Supercharged. Justin almost walks past it. The music is cut off as he comes to an abrupt halt.
JUSTIN
(staring at the car in disbelief)
You're kidding me.
BRIAN
(unlocks the doors - grumpy)
I told you I would get a new car, didn't I?
JUSTIN
Yes, but when you said the Vette got too cramped I thought you would - (Brian is standing in the open door with a sour look on his face. Justin quickly realizes every word could be too much) Never mind.
BRIAN
It's got a backseat and I liked it better than a fucking straight station wagon. Now get your ass inside. We're losing precious time.
Justin doesn't contradict. The music is turned on again as he heads for the passenger's door, throws his bag on the backseat and gets inside. The engine roars as Brian turns the ignition on and the car leaves the parking lot with screeching tires. A wild car ride begins. The Cobalt leaves the garage at full speed, takes over some cars on its way along Airport Pkwy. It races along the 22/30 - destination: Six Fuller, Corner of Tremont, Pittsburgh PA. There's no time to lose.
CUT TO: INT. NOVOTNY-BRUCKNER'S - LIVING ROOM - DAY
Close up of a smiling Jenny Rebecca. Her brown hair grew a bit by now and the ends start to curl. The camera widens up. Lindsay, Melanie and Michael are standing in front of the couch. Michael takes JR from Mel's arms and lifts her in the air.
MICHAEL
(cheerful)
Hey, honey bun. Are you ready for a week with daddy?
JENNY
(kicking her legs - looking at the floor)
Down.
MICHAEL
(puts her down)
She really knows what she wants.
LINDSAY
(addressing Mel - affectionately)
Just like her mother.
She puts her arm around her wife and gives her a gentle kiss. Michael seems a bit depressed by their happiness, but he manages a smile as the girls turn to look at him.
MELANIE
(to Michael - warningly)
You have to keep your eyes glued on her.
MICHAEL
(watching JR who sits down on the floor and starts inspecting Mel's shoes)
No problem. I can't take my eyes off her anyway. She's so adorable.
LINDSAY
(laughing)
And quick as a flash. Nothing is safe from her. Last week she managed to get her fingers on some papers, which where lying on the breakfast table.
MELANIE
Fortunately she only tore up the shopping list.
Jenny Rebecca looks from one to the other as if she was the most innocent little girl in the world.
MICHAEL
Maybe I should lock up Ben's manuscript. (He bends down and tickles her. Jenny giggles) He would go berserk if it ended up in shreds.
GUS
(enters the picture from the right and tugs at the sleeve of Lindz' jacket)
Mommy, I have to go.
LINDSAY
(with a questioning look at Michael)
I assume the bathroom is still upstairs?
MICHAEL
(nods)
Yes. (muttering) At least some things didn't change.
Lindsay casts him a sympathetic glance, knowing from personal experience what he's going trough. She takes Gus by the hand to lead him upstairs.
GUS
(frees himself from her grip)
I can go alone. I'm almost five.
LINDSAY
(holding up her hands)
Of course. I forgot that you're nearly grown up. (Satisfied, Gus climbs up the stairs. Lindsay turns to Michael and Mel) I guess we'll have to beg him to let us take him to school next year.
She follows her son in a short distance. Amused, Mel and Michael watch them go.
MELANIE
(gets serious again)
Ben's still not talking to you?
MICHAEL
(sits down on the armrest of the couch)
Well, he says "Would you pass me the butter?" or "Where's the fabric softener?" Sometimes I even get an "I'll be home late - don't wait with dinner" but most of the time he avoids me. Hides behind his writing pad or a book. (He heaves a frustrated sigh) I know I disappointed him but I really wish he would tell me how he feels. This aloofness makes me sick.
MELANIE
He's here, isn't he? Considering the circumstances you should be grateful.
MICHAEL
(unhappy)
I know. Only it seems that every day we spend together drives us further apart. I don't want us to end up like -
MELANIE
(frowning at him)
Lindz and me? (with a hint of bitterness) Have you ever been cheated on, Michael? (According to the look on his face, he hasn't) Have you ever seen your partner in the arms of somebody else and you knew it was more than just an embrace? Heaven knows I'm not a saint but when I fucked with Marianne it was at least just about sex.
MICHAEL
(sheepishly)
It's not that easy.
MELANIE
(firmly)
Yes, it is.
MICHAEL
(downcast)
So I can’t do anything to make him forgive me?
MELANIE
(softens a bit and touches his shoulder)
Just be patient.
She gives him an optimistic smile. Michael tries to return it but fails.
LINDSAY
(coming down the stairs)
Do you believe it? He threw me out. He said he could do it on his own.
MELANIE
(dryly)
I blame that on Brian's genes. Well, at least he didn't tell you to fuck off.
LINDSAY
(joins them)
No, but - (She suddenly notices that a certain someone is gone) Where's Jenny?
Michael and Mel exchange an alarmed look. At the same time we hear a loud bang and the sound of cracking glass coming out of the kitchen.
MICHAEL
(jumping up from the armrest)
Oh God.
Three terrified parents burst into the kitchen. They're greeted by the sight of the beaming toddler, holding onto the door of the cupboard. A smashed glass bowl is lying next to her on the floor.
JENNY
(proudly)
B'oken.
GUS
(shouting from upstairs)
Mommy!!
LINDSAY
(sighing)
I need a vacation.
She turns around and while she heads for the stairs to check on Gus, Mel lifts up her daughter and hands her to Michael.
MELANIE
Have fun… daddy.
JENNY
(beaming at her father)
B'oken.
Suddenly Michael seems to realize that looking after a toddler isn't as easy as he thought it would be.
CUT TO: INT. THE LOFT - SHOWER - DAY
Music: Billy Idol - Speed
Close up of the tiles. The boys enter the picture from the left, their lips and tongues are occupied with rough and hungry kissing. Brian presses Justin with his back against the wall. Without breaking the kiss, he grabs a condom from the soap dish. Justin's hands clasp around Brian's back and neck, pulling him closer. Hot water is pouring down on their already heated bodies. Close up of Brian's wet fingers, running over the skin of Justin's back down to his butt cheeks. One arm firmly locked around Brian's shoulders, the other one holding onto the slide bar, Justin wraps his legs around Brian's hips as his partner lifts him up and enters him with a precise thrust of his hips. Justin flinches then goes with the quick pace Brian is setting. Close up of Brian's teeth, gently biting the sensitive flesh of Justin's throat. The music stops. Change to the inside of a cab. Mel, Lindsay and Gus are in the backseat. Gus looks out of the window and points at a red car.
GUS
(touching Mel arm)
Mama look. It's my Ferrari in real.
MELANIE
(barely paying attention)
That's great, honey. (She turns to Lindsay. Worried) Do you think Michael can handle her? She's at a difficult age.
LINDSAY
She survived a weekend at your mother's place. (Mel grimaces) She'll be fine.
Mel nods but from the look on her face it's doubtful if she's going to be fine with it. The music sets in again. Back to the loft. Justin is on his feet again, facing the wall. He's supporting himself with his hands on the tiles. Brian is bent over him, jerking him off in the same rapid frequency he's moving his dick inside his ass. Outside the cab approaches Six Fuller. The loft: Justin grunts and grits his teeth. His body starts trembling slightly due to the tension building up in his balls, causing his heart to pump the blood through his veins at a quick pace. The cab comes to a halt in front of the building at corner of Tremont. Inside the loft Brian slows down for a moment. He takes his time to aim before he hits Justin's hot spot with full force. Two times. It's enough to make his lover come with an intensity that triggers the fatal pulsing contraction which in turn drives Brian over the edge. Even though his body is shaken from the powerful orgasm, Brian's reflexes are still working. He quickly presses one hand against the wall and wraps his arm around a limp Justin who almost collapses onto the floor. They rest in this position, panting heavily, unable to speak. Down on the street the girls and Gus get out of the car. The music fades. Change to the elevator. Lindsay is carrying a little back pack while Mel is holding a blue suitcase. Gus is hyper.
GUS
I want a real Ferrari.
MEL
(pulling up the bars)
Then you should start saving your pocket money and I'm afraid one piggy bank won't be enough.
GUS
(optimistic)
Maybe daddy could buy me one.
LINDSAY
(in as strict tone)
You won't ask him, do you hear me?
GUS
(pouting)
Why not?
They reach the door.
MELANIE
Because we told you so and that's enough.
GUS
(looking at her - persistent)
But why?
MELANIE
(sighing)
I need a vacation. (She knocks at the door. Inside the dog starts barking but nobody answers. She turns to Lindsay) You told him we would bring Gus today, didn't you?
LINDSAY
Of course.
MELANIE
(gloomily)
I knew it was a bad idea.
GUS
(looking at his Mel - worried)
Are you mad at daddy?
LINDSAY
(strokes his hair)
No honey. (Glaring at Mel) It's just Mama's way of showing affection.
MELANIE
(turns around and knocks again)
Brian, if you're home open the fu- (remembering Gus presence) Open the door! You-
Before she's able to finish her sentence, the door slides back and the three are greeted by the sight of an almost naked Brian. He's only wearing a pair of jeans, his skin still wet from the 'shower session'. Buster greets the visitors happily. Unlike his owner, who frowns at Mel.
BRIAN
Jesus, Mel. Does the whole fucking neighborhood need to know that you're on a rag?
GUS
(thrilled)
Daddy.
BRIAN
(picks him up)
Hey, Sonny boy.
Gus hugs him, while Mel glares at Brian. Jealousy briefly flashes in her eyes.
MELANIE
Still the arrogant asshole.
LINDSAY
(reproachful)
Mel!
GUS
(addressing Brian)
She doesn't mean it. It's her way of showing affection, you know?
BRIAN
(looking at his son - amused)
I always suspected. (He turns to the girls) Well then ladies. (He takes a step aside) Come in.
As Mel passes him she doesn't miss the chance to cast him another angry look, unlike Lindsay who gives him a smile.
LINDSAY
Hey Brian. (She embraces him and kisses him on the cheek) You look - 'spent'.
BRIAN
(shrugs)
Well, what can I say? (He puts Gus down and straightens up - smirking) It's been a long flight. Justin needed to take a shower.
Justin comes down the stairs of the bedroom, also wet and only wearing a pair of jeans. He's walking a bit unsteady.
JUSTIN
(still slightly out of breath)
Hey girls.
LINDSAY
(tapping a still smiling Brian on the chest)
Seems like you kept him company.
Brian keeps smirking. In the background Mel embraces Justin. Gus is too busy to say hello. Obviously the girls let him take a dog bone for Buster, who's eager to get it. He jumps around the laughing boy.
BRIAN
(puts his arm around her shoulders)
You know me and besides Cardio workout is good for your health. (drawing closer to her ear) You live longer.
Lindsay can't help but smile. The camera switches to Mel and Justin. Mel's still carrying Gus' suitcase.
MELANIE
Where can I put his things?
JUSTIN
(pointing at the bedroom)
I think Brian made some room in the closet and in one of the drawers.
Mel nods and climbs up the stairs. Justin approaches Lindsay and Brian, who are standing in front of the kitchen counter. Lindsay has just handed Brian a piece of paper.
LINDSAY
These are emergency numbers. (pointing at the first number) My cell phone, Mel's cell phone, her mother, our hotel, Gus' doctor, his babysitter…
BRIAN
(ironic)
What about his shrink? If you don't stop wrapping him in cotton wool he'll definitely end up needing one.
JUSTIN
(touches her back)
Hey, Lindz.
LINDSAY
(stops glaring at Brian and turns to Justin)
Hello sweetie. (She gives him a brief hug) I'm really glad to see you. (She hands Brian the backpack) Here are some toys and a few of his favorite books. Read him a bedtime story but don't give him anything to drink before he goes to bed. And no chocolate. Don't let him watch so much TV. When you get outside make sure he puts his jacket on. Oh, and don't feed him fast food even if he's nagging you about getting a burger.
BRIAN
(dryly)
Is he at least allowed to breathe?
LINDSAY
(turns to Justin)
Justin, would you do me a favor and keep an eye on your boyfriend? I'm not sure if he's mature enough to look after his son.
JUSTIN
Don't worry. (with a sidelong glance at Brian) You know I'm great with kids.
He isn't quick enough to keep Brian from pinching his bare nipple. Lindsay laughs.
MELANIE'S VOICE
Brian!
Brian rolls his eyes and walks over to the bedroom. He goes up the stairs and we can see there’s a folding bed for children opposite the bed.
BRIAN
(annoyed)
What?!
MELANIE
(holding up a black dildo)
I found this in your chest of drawers.
BRIAN
(with a smug smile)
You wanna borrow it? I guess Justin and I could spare it for this week.
MELANIE
(ignores his remark and hands him the dildo)
As long as Gus is staying with you, you'll make sure such things are out of his reach.
BRIAN
Don't worry about germs. We always boil them afterwards.
MELANIE
(holding up her hands)
Okay, that's enough. (descending the stairs) I won't let you spoil my honeymoon. (Brian leans against the frame of the folding doors and watches her with an innocent expression on his face. Justin and Lindsay seem to be confused. Mel turns to Lindsay) The cab is waiting.
GUS
(to Justin)
Mama's on a rag, you know?
Mel looks at him, completely stunned while the others try hard not to burst into laughter. She flashes Brian and angry look. Smirking, he salutes with the dildo as if to say 'Have a nice trip'.
CUT TO: INT. GLC - FUNCTION ROOM - DAY
The room's getting decorated for a dance night. A brunette guy with glasses and a blond girl are each standing on a ladder, trying to hang a banner which says Spring Dance 2005. Tannis and Phillip are watching them with a critical look.
PHILLIP
No! It's drooping. (demonstrating it with his hands) You have to hang it higher.
BOY
(lowers the banner and turns to look at them)
My arm's too short.
TANNIS
(indignant)
For heaven's sake, Jasper. Just take another step.
Two tall boys with black hair - obviously twins - are carrying a large table inside the room. They pass Emmett who steps next to Tannis and wrinkles his brows.
EMMETT
What the hell are you doing?
PHILLIP
(lift his index finger - admonishing)
Language.
EMMETT
(ignores him - annoyed)
I told you I want the banner above the stage. Not in the middle of the room.
TANNIS
(crosses her arms over her chest)
We thought it would be more eye-catching.
EMMETT
(glaring at her)
I'm in charge and I say get the damn thing down. (Jasper rolls his eyes and sighs. The blond girl lowers the banner and starts descending the ladder. Emmett turns around. Muttering to himself) I must have been on a trip as I volunteered. (A butch lesbian with short cropped, brown hair passes him. She's carrying a huge bowl of punch. He looks at Tannis and Phillip) Don't tell me that's strawberry punch. Am I organizing a high school dance here?
PHILLIP
We thought it -
EMMETT
(cuts him off)
Do me a favor and don't think. You're not exactly good at it.
Phillip leaves in a huff while Tannis glares at Emmett as if she wishes he would drop dead. He steps next to the woman who's just placed the bowl on the table.
EMMETT
Putting on the tablecloth first might be a good idea.
She eyes him in a way that suddenly makes him feel extremely uncomfortable. Fortunately she just snorts and leaves instead of breaking him like a toothpick. Emmett sighs with relief. Suddenly someone taps him on the shoulder, causing him to turn around with a start. Drew smiles at him like a school boy.
EMMETT
(pressing his hand against his chest)
Jesus, it's you. For a moment I thought the bulldyke came back.
DREW
Do you need some help?
EMMETT
Oh, definitely. (He motions with his head in the direction of Tannis) You could growl and bark at some people for me.
DREW
(shrugs)
Shouldn't be a problem. I do that everyday.
EMMETT
(nervously, not sure what to say)
So, erm… Did you just happen to be around here or…
DREW
I coach a sport class twice a week on voluntary basis and they asked me to do the opening speech tonight.
EMMETT
Oh, that's - that's really great. (Drew's looking at him in a way that makes him even more nervous) Well, seems like you're a busy little bee.
DREW
I have to work out a lot. The coach extended the weight training. He wants us to get as hard as the iron in our name. I think I'm doing pretty well. (He lifts his shirt so Emmett can have a peek at his perfect abs) You wanna feel?
Emmett looks at him, completely dumbstruck. Drew takes his hand and makes him touch his muscles. Close up of Drew's hand slowly guiding Emmett's fingers over the skin of his stomach. Emmett stares at his hand then slowly lifts his head. He doesn't seem to be sure that this is really happening. Drew returns his gaze, a faint smile playing about his lips and there’s an unspoken invitation in his eyes. Change to the interior of a broom closet. Emmett is bend over a vacuum cleaner, pants down on his ankles, his fingers clenched around the edge of a shelf with cleaning agents - some of the bottles already fell over or dropped to the ground - while Drew is riding his ass in abandon. They're moaning and groaning, totally oblivious of their surroundings. Emmett seems to be in a state of constant rapture, scraping the edge of becoming unconscious.
EMMETT
(between Drew's thrusts)
God, I missed this.
Drew takes one hand off of his hips, grabs his shoulder and bends forward to kiss his neck without disrupting the flow of his own movements. It takes only five seconds and he comes with a groan. The vacuum cleaner topples over along with some more bottles as the boys collapse onto the shelf.
EMMETT
(gasping for breath)
Touch down. (Drew pulls out and retreats. Shaken, Emmett slowly straightens up and turns around) That was amazing. I haven't been fucked like this for - (He doesn't get any further because Drew shuts him up with a kiss. Emmett can hardly believe his luck. Drew kisses his way from throat to navel, while he slowly kneels down. Emmett watches him in astonishment) What are you doing?
DREW
(looking up to him)
You didn't get off, did ya?
Emmett closes his eyes as his dick slides into the mouth of the football star, who begins to slowly suck him off.
CUT TO: INT. BRUCKNER-NOVOTNY'S - LIVING ROOM - EVENING
Debbie is sitting on the floor, back against the couch, her left hand on Jenny Rebecca's hip. The little girl is standing in front of her, eyes fixed on Michael who's building up a tower of wooden bricks.
JENNY
Dadda. I. (She turns around to Debbie. Nodding enthusiastically) I.
DEBBIE
Yes, honey. It's all for you.
MICHAEL
(puts the last brick on top)
Done.
Proudly, he lifts his head and looks at them. Jenny turns around and produces a gurgling sound to express her joy. Debbie lets go off her granddaughter. It takes her about four seconds to approach the construction and tear it down with a single movement of her little hand.
JENNY
(beaming at her father, who screws up his face)
B'oken.
DEBBIE
(dryly)
I'm glad you didn't become an architect.
MICHAEL
(watching JR, who starts collecting the bricks)
I'm not sure if this destructive frenzy is normal for such a sweet innocent child.
DEBBIE
Well, at least she's not trying to stuff everything in her mouth like her father did when he was her age. I already knew you had an oral fixation back then.
MICHAEL
(annoyed)
Mom, you're exaggerating.
DEBBIE
(with a gesture of her hand)
I was worried sick the day you ate my lipstick.
MICHAEL
(deadly serious)
If you tell me now I'll be a drag queen one day I'm going to scream.
DEBBIE
Don't worry, sweetie. I won't. Even though I think you looked fucking gorgeous in that dress at the Pride Parade.
Michael looks like he's slowly counting to ten but we are spared of him throwing a screaming fit anyway because Jenny Rebecca drops the bricks and starts bawling instead. Apparently she's not okay with not being the center of attention. Michael immediately takes her in his arms.
MICHAEL
Ohh… What's wrong, honey bun?
DEBBIE
(shakes her head)
She's got you perfectly under control. You react like a well trained dog.
The little girl hears the front door open and stops crying. She lifts her head and stares in the direction of the small corridor.
MICHAEL
(glaring at his mother)
I think you should spare me the lectures on child rearing, mom.
DEBBIE
I know what I'm talking about. I raised you.
MICHAEL
Exactly.
Now Debbie's the one who looks pissed. Jenny frees herself from Michael's grip and comes running up to Ben, who's just entered the living room. He puts down his small duffel bag. Obviously he was at the gym. He's freshly showered and his hair's still a bit wet.
BEN
(smiling)
Look who we've got here. (He crouches down) A lady visitor. (JR shyly nibbles on her index finger) I heard you're going to stay with us for a while. (He tickles her slightly, causing her to giggle. That breaks the ice. Jenny stretches out her arms and Ben picks her up. Approaching Michael and Debbie while looking at Jenny) Apparently you're not the only lady around. (He bends down and kisses his mother-in-law on the cheek) Hey, Deb.
DEBBIE
You've noticed. I'm flattered.
MICHAEL
(tries to ignore the fact that he's the only one who didn't get a warm greeting)
How was the date with the new trainer?
BEN
The guy's amazing. (Keeping JR from tugging at the collar of his shirt) He drew up this incredible training schedule for me.
MICHAEL
(forces himself to smile)
That's great.
BEN
(walking over to the kitchen)
Hunter should see him too.
The camera follows him. He opens the fridge, takes out a yogurt carton, hands it to Jenny Rebecca and whispers something to her that makes her laugh.
DEBBIE
(turns to Michael)
He's still sleeping on the couch?
MICHAEL
(sad)
He says he's not ready yet.
DEBBIE
(rolls her eyes)
Men. They need three seconds to get an erection but it takes them an eternity to swallow their pride.
MICHAEL
(playing with one of the wooden bricks)
Everybody keeps telling me I should be patient.
DEBBIE
(passionately)
Patience is for people waiting for the bus. If you want him back in your bed take the next step.
MICHAEL
(sounding almost desperate)
I can't risk it. He's so fucking distant that a wrong move might drive him entirely away from me.
DEBBIE
What are you? An insurance agent? I know I always told you to go safe but you can't wrap yourself in a condom for the rest of your life. Either straighten things out or split up. You can't go on like this.
MICHAEL
I know. (He sighs deeply) I know.
He looks at Ben, who sat down at the dining table and is eating his yogurt. Jenny Rebecca is sitting on his lap, chewing on a slice of apple he gave to her.
CUT TO: INT. THE LOFT - BEDROOM - EVENING
Close up of Gus, sitting on the bed in his pajamas. He's watching something with fascination. Wider angle. Focus on two clashing ladles in front of him. The camera widens up. Brian and Justin are standing in front of the bed, opposite each other. They're deeply involved in a fictional sword fight.
JUSTIN
(parrying a blow from Brian)
It's too late, Prince of Thieves. Lady Marian is already mine.
BRIAN
I didn't come for her.
JUSTIN
(stops for a moment- confused)
You didn't?
Brian takes advantage of his astonishment and 'disarms' him with a stroke of his ladle. Justin's 'weapon' drops to the floor with a clank. He slowly lifts up his hands, not sure how to continue since Brian changed the course of the story.
BRIAN
(presses the tip of his ladle against Justin's chest)
I've won. Now, it's time to call in my price.
He approaches him in a catlike motion - Gus is watching them wide-eyed - lowers the ladle and pulls him in for a kiss. The second ladle hits the floor. Supporting Justin's back with one hand, holding his neck with the other, Brian forces him to bend down in chick flick manner. Slowly, Brian breaks the kiss. Justin opens his eyes.
BRIAN
(in a low voice)
Tell someone and you'll never see my sword again.
JUSTIN
Your secret's safe with me … (grinning) Robin.
They quickly straighten up and turn to Gus, who looks at them expectantly.
BRIAN
(one arms still wrapped around Justin's shoulders)
So Robin took the Sheriff instead of Lady Marian and they lived happily ever after in the woods of Sherwood Forest.
GUS
(laughing)
That's not how it goes.
BRIAN
No? (Gus shakes his head and grins as Brian slowly approaches him) Well, whatever. I think it's time for the audience to be tucked in bed now.
GUS
(crawling backwards up the bed)
It's too light.
Brian grabs him by his left ankle and pulls the squirming, giggling boy closer to him. Gus takes hold of a pillow - to no avail of course. Brian throws the blanket over him.
BRIAN
It's dark now. You can go to sleep.
GUS
(with a muffled voice)
'kay.
Justin sits down on the wooden edge of the bed next to Brian who turns to look at him.
JUSTIN
I'm glad that I came here. I needed a break from the whole Rubens & Bush fiasco.
BRIAN
Still no luck?
JUSTIN
(shakes his head)
It's really depressing. I tried small galleries as well as big ones. I got rejected by all of them. Maybe somebody put a hex on me.
In the background we see Gus moving under the covers, unnoticed by the boys.
BRIAN
Did you read those Harry Potter books again? I told you they wouldn't do you any good.
JUSTIN
(crosses his legs)
I know it sounds crazy but Austin suspect there's somebody behind all this.
BRIAN
(wrinkling his brows)
You know I'm beginning to think he may be right. I just don't have any idea who -
GUS
(comes up from under the covers and throws his arms around Justin's neck)
Boo!
JUSTIN
(turns)
I thought you were asleep.
GUS
(cheerful)
I'm awake again.
He lets go of Justin and starts jumping up and down on the bed as if it was a trampoline. Brian grabs him and pulls him down on his lap. His face reddened from the exertion, Gus tries to wriggle himself out of his father's grasp but Brian is holding him in a vice-like grip.
BRIAN
(addressing Justin)
Did you give him chocolate?
JUSTIN
(shrugging)
Only two bars.
BRIAN
Fuck! Me too.
GUS
(piping up - in a sing song voice)
Daddy said the nasty word.
BRIAN
(looking down on him)
Daddy will say a lot more nasty words if you don't go to sleep now.
GUS
(leans his head against Brian's chest and returns his father's gaze)
'kay, I just want to say goodnight to Justin.
BRIAN
(lets him go)
Make it quick.
GUS
(scrambles to his feet and puts his arms around Justin's neck)
Goodnight. Sleep well. (Justin puts his hand on Gus' back. He looks at Brian and raises his brows in amusement) Don't be afraid, there are no monsters under the bed. I've checked. I'll leave the lights on and -
Brian taps him on the shoulder. Gus turns around, arms still resting on Justin's shoulders.
BRIAN
Enough. (poking him in the chest) You. Bed. (pointing at the folding bed) Now.
Defeated, the boy turns back to Justin, places a wet kiss on his cheek and lies down on the Brian's bed like he's suffering from a blow to the heart. At the end of his performance he pulls the covers over himself in a very melodramatic manner. Focus on Brian and Justin.
JUSTIN
(amused)
Not even five years old and your son's already a drama queen.
BRIAN
(tongue-in-cheek)
I guess, he inherited that from you, darling. (Justin grins. Brian gets serious) You can't hide here forever.
JUSTIN
(wrinkles his brows)
You sound like Lou. Every morning she throws me out of bed, cheers me on like I was a football player going for a touch down and chases me out of the apartment to keep looking for a place to show my work. She's really kicking my ass.
BRIAN
I like that girl.
Justin isn't pleased by his partner's lack of sympathy but suddenly his face lightens up. Focus on Brian; he wrinkles his brows. Gus appears at his side and jumps on his father. Brian does him the favor and drops backwards on the mattress, the giggling boy on top of him.
GUS
(tries to cover him)
You have to go to sleep too.
JUSTIN
Your son's quite bossy.
BRIAN
(turns his head to look at him)
I blame that on Mel's genes.
JUSTIN
Gus.
He beckons him to come closer. The boy bends forward, so Justin is able to whisper something in his ear. Brian watches them with a frown. A gleeful smile appears on Gus's face.
BRIAN
(mistrustfully looking from one to the other)
What are the two of you up to? (His question is answered immediately when Justin grabs his shoulders and holds him down, while Gus starts tickling him at both sides of his torso. Brian starts squirming in Justin's grip. Addressing his lover) I swear I'm gonna make you pay for this.
Justin seems to be unimpressed. He just laughs while Brian's fighting not to lose control of himself and start giggling like a school girl. Gus is undoubtedly enjoying himself.
CUT TO: INT. GLC - FUNCTION ROOM - EVENING
A lot of well-dressed people of different ages came to participate in GLC's spring dance. Even though the location is not as exclusive as a banquet hall of a hotel Emmett managed to give some glamour to the room. Velvet curtains are covering the boring walls, the dance floor is lined by round tables and there's a sumptuous buffet to the right of the stage. The camera pans over to a waiter who serves drinks to the guests. Drew is one of them. The quarterback is standing in front of a medium sized potted palm tree, sipping at a glass of sparkling wine which he took from the tray the waiter had just offered him. He's wearing a tux but he doesn't seem to feel comfortable. Emmett joins the picture from the left. He's put on a dark blue suit with silver cuff links and a light-blue shirt.
EMMETT
Hey. (He touches Drew's shoulder and kisses him on the cheek) You look gorgeous. You should wear a tux more often.
DREW
(tugs at his collar)
I hate it. I feel like a penguin wearing tails that are too tight.
EMMETT
(lets his fingers run over the lapel of Drew's jacket - with a flirtatious look)
If you want to take it off I'd be glad to be of assistance. We could sneak out and go to Babylon later on.
DREW
(reserved)
Not tonight.
EMMETT
(slightly confused but still smiling)
Oh, we can go to your place instead. That's fine with me.
DREW
(in a serious tone)
Listen, I –
Suddenly Lloyd enters the picture from the left. He's also wearing a tux only that he replaced the classic white shirt with a pink one.
LLOYD
(approaches them - sighing with relief)
Oh, there you are. I just had to get away from Phillip. (with an affected movement of his hand) He was talking my ears off. (Emmett is completely stunned. Lloyd touches his shoulder) Oh Emmett, darling. It's fabulous. I just took a look around and I'm impressed. (with a look of acknowledgement) You're a very talented boy.
EMMETT
(confused)
T-Thanks.
LLOYD
I know what I'm talking about. (proudly) I'm an interior decorator, you know. They even wrote a few articles about some of my works for Better Homes And Gardens.
EMMETT
(with a forced smile)
Wow, that's really great. I'd love to hear all about it but unfortunately there are still a lot of things to do. (casting Drew an angry look) I hope you'll enjoy the evening. If you’ll excuse me now…
He turns around and hastily walks off. As soon as he's out of sight his smile fades and is replaced by disappointment and irritation. Eyes fixed on the door, he almost collides with one of the waiters. The guy glares at him but Emmett ignores it. The waiter is just about to continue his way as Drew bumps into him and almost makes him drop his tray. Drew doesn't even seem to notice. Change to Emmett walking down the corridor, Drew comes up from behind.
DREW
(takes hold of his shoulder)
Emmett, wait. (Emmett turns around) I'm sorry. I thought you knew.
EMMETT
(takes his hand away - vitriolic)
Well, considering you fucked me in the broom closet a few hours ago I was slightly surprised to meet your boyfriend here.
DREW
Lloyd and I have this open relationship. He's okay with me doing other guys. He says I can fuck whoever I want as long as I don't bring them home.
EMMETT
(bitter)
Great. Now I ended up being your replacement fuck.
DREW
(looking almost hurt)
I never saw you like that. I really care for you.
EMMETT
(furious)
Fuck you Drew. I'm not a Golden Retriever and I don't want to be reduced to the guy you do when you don't have your fucking boyfriend at hand.
DREW
(drawing nearer)
Just because I'm with him doesn't mean I don't want to be with you.
EMMETT
(takes a step backwards)
Yes it does. I'm tired of waiting for you in a cold motel room, zapping through cooking shows and soap operas. It's just not enough.
They stare at each other in silence and suddenly the atmosphere changes and there's this strong, sexual tension between them. In the background Phillip comes out of the party room.
PHILLIP
Mr. Boyd, we'd like to start now.
EMMETT
(brought back to reality - hoarsely)
Good luck for your speech.
He turns on his heels and leaves, head held high. Drew watches him go. He looks a bit like a punished puppy who has no idea what exactly he did wrong.
CUT TO: INT. NOVOTNY-BRUCKNER'S - LIVING ROOM - EVENING
Focus on Ben, sitting in the armchair. He's wearing his glasses and is completely absorbed in his writing. Change of angle. Michael's on the couch, trying to read a book but instead of concentrating on the text his eyes shift to Ben. Starting with his knee, the camera glides along his strong thighs filling the fabric of his jeans. It dwells on his hand, watches the fingers move the pencil on the paper then slowly continues its way over his torso up to his face. It catches the little twitching of his lips, the slight wrinkling of his brows, the movement of his blue eyes under the lowered eyelashes. Suddenly he looks up. Back to Michael. He quickly turns his head and stares down at his book. Of course Ben noticed he was watching him.
BEN
What are you reading?
MICHAEL
(caught off guard)
Erm… It's one of Hunter's books. (after a quick furtive look at the cover) The Catcher In The Rye.
BEN
(trying to hide his amusement)
How do you like it?
MICHAEL
(has absolutely no idea what the story is about)
I…
He's saved by the sound of the opening front door. A second later Hunter strolls into the living room.
BEN
You're pretty late.
HUNTER
(takes off his jacket)
You said eleven. It's ten fifty eight.
MICHAEL
(puts the book aside)
Did you spend the whole day with Lilly again?
HUNTER
(annoyed)
Aren't I allowed to see my girlfriend now?
BEN
(presses his index finger against his lips)
Sshh… Keep it down. Your sister's sleeping upstairs. The girls brought her this morning.
HUNTER
That was today? Sorry, I completely forgot. (walking over to the kitchen) I'm pretty busy at the moment.
MICHAEL
(gets up and follows him)
We plan on doing a family trip tomorrow. It would be great if you could squeeze us in your tight schedule.
HUNTER
(opens the fridge and takes out a coke)
I'd love to but I have important appointments.
BEN
(comes up behind Michael)
It wasn't a request with a 'no' option.
HUNTER
But I have a date with Lilly.
MICHAEL
You can bring her.
HUNTER
(definitely not thrilled)
Hooray. So much for liberal parenting. Since when are the two of you in an agreeing mood again?
Instead of waiting for an answer, he grabs a pack of crackers from the counter and vanishes upstairs. Almost shyly Michael turns to look at Ben. There's an awkward silence until Ben clears his throat.
BEN
Let's go to bed. We have to get up early tomorrow.
A ray of hope appears on Michael's face but quickly fades as Ben heads for the couch. Disappointed, he approaches the stairs and grabs the handrail but suddenly changes his mind. He closes his eyes and takes a deep breath.
MICHAEL
Ben. (Ben, who was preparing the couch, straightens up and gives him a questioning look) Would you - Would you like to come upstairs?
BEN
(after a short moment)
I… I think it's better if I stay here - (Michael slowly nods, trying to hold back the emotions surging up in him) but I really enjoyed the evening with you and Jenny. I'm looking forward to tomorrow.
Michael relaxes a bit and even manages to return Ben's smile.
CUT TO: INT. THE LOFT - BEDROOM - MORNING
Justin and Brian are still in bed, both asleep. Justin is lying on his back, face turned towards Brian's back. His chest's heaving rhythmically up and down. Music sets in. The theme from Jaws. A little mound forms under the covers at the foot of the bed and slowly approaches. Brian makes a grumbling noise and turns around. Now he's lying face to face with Justin. The music swells, the mound creeps nearer and nearer. Brian and Justin are still sleeping peacefully. Suddenly Brian's eyelids start to flicker. The music stops at the same moment as he opens his eyes wide.
BRIAN
(jerks to a sitting position)
Jesus.
Justin wakes up. Frowning, he opens his eyes. In the background Buster enters the bedroom.
JUSTIN
(blinking at Brian - still half-asleep)
What's wrong?
BRIAN
Your feet are fucking freezing.
JUSTIN
(confused)
My feet? What are you talking about? (He moves his feet under the covers and probably presses them against Brian's legs) They're warm, see?
We hear a low giggle. The boys exchange a look then Justin straightens up and turns back the cover. Gus is lying flat on his back and grins at them.
JUSTIN
Aren't you supposed to be asleep?
BRIAN
In your bed.
GUS
(addressing Brian)
You woke me up. You were snoring so loud.
BRIAN
(starts tickling his son)
You cheeky little devil.
GUS
(trying to repulse his father)
Justiiin, help me-hihi!
Justin throws his pillow at Brian, who lets the boy go and catches it. Gus rolls over to Justin, but Brian's revenge comes swiftly. It ends up in a pillow-fight. Buster start running around the bed, watching them while he's wagging his tail in excitement. He knows he isn't allowed to jump on the bed. As Justin and Gus manage to press Brian down on the mattress the dog starts barking.
BRIAN
Okay, that's enough. (He gently shoves them aside and straightens up) I have to take the dog for a walk. Ty will pick him up in half an hour.
He gets up, pats Buster's head and vanishes into the bathroom, the dog at his heels. Still lying on his back, Gus covers himself with the duvet and turns his head to look at Justin, who gets into a sitting position.
GUS
I want to stay in bed.
JUSTIN
You can't. (He tugs at Gus pajamas) We have to get dressed. We're going to meet Michael and Ben at the diner.
GUS
(lifts up his foot and wriggles his toes)
That's so bo- ho -ring.
JUSTIN
(tickling his sole)
Don't you want to see your sister?
GUS
(quickly hides his foot under the blanket)
No. (pouting) Why can't we stay here?
JUSTIN
And miss the surprise?
GUS
(pricking up his ears)
Surprise?
JUSTIN
(turns around and indicates him to get on his back)
I'll tell you while you're brushing your teeth.
GUS
(scrambling to his feet)
'kay.
He puts his arms around the offered shoulders and Justin gives him a piggy back ride. They pass Brian on their way to the bathroom. Gus tries to nudge him with his left foot.
BRIAN
(frowning - addressing Justin)
Put socks on his feet before they freeze off.
CUT TO: EXT. LIBERTY DINER - LIBERTY AV. - DAY
The sun is shining. Ted is walking briskly up the sidewalk, a cell phone pressed against his ear. He's dressed for work and obviously pretty stressed out.
BRIAN'S VOICE AM
Leave me a message.
TED
Where the fuck are you? (He sighs) I'm sorry boss. Forget what I said. I'll just try your cell again.
He dials again. Change to the interior of the diner. The gang is sitting in the rear corner booth. Michael, Ben and JR on one side - Hunter, Justin, Brian and Gus on the other. They're having breakfast. Jenny Rebecca is sitting on her father's lap, while he feeds her some baby food. Brian's cell phone rings. He takes it out and just as he checks the caller ID, Ted enters the diner. He doesn't notice them because he stops in front of the counter and looks straight ahead. Unlike Brian, who spots him immediately.
BRIAN
(takes the call)
Hello Theodore.
TED
(relieved)
Brian, finally. I tried to-
BRIAN
Aren't you supposed to be at Kinnetik - working?
TED
(confused)
I'm - I'm on my way. I'm practically there.
BRIAN
No, you're not. (The rest of the gang watches Ted who takes a nervous look over his left shoulder) Get your ass over there fast. Oh, and Theodore… let me tell you, your tie doesn't match your shirt.
Brian hangs up. It begins to dawns on Ted that he's been watched. He slowly turns around and is greeted by the amused faces of his friends. Grimacing, he pockets his cell phone and approaches them.
TED
(grumpy)
Very funny.
BRIAN
Come on, Gus. (He lifts up his son and takes him on his lap) Make room for Uncle Theodore. It's polite to offer older gentlemen a seat.
BEN
(casting Ted a worried glance)
Is everything alright? You look exhausted.
TED
(sits down next to Brian)
Well, we're renovating the house. Blake insisted to paint the rooms ourselves. We've finished the ceilings yesterday. Now we're going to take care of the walls.
MICHAEL
(wipes some mash off JR's mouth with a cloth)
At least you're spending time together.
BRIAN
(with a sidelong glance at Justin)
I could think of better ways to use my brush.
TED
(turns to Brian)
Christian Kane from Sylver Inc. called yesterday. He's in town on Friday and he insisted on meeting you. I'm afraid he won't take 'no' for answer.
BRIAN
And here I was, thinking you could do without me for a few days.
JUSTIN
Come on, Brian. It's no biggie. I can look after Gus.
BRIAN
(looks at partner and sighs - addressing Ted)
Alright, I'll drop by.
TED
Perfect. I'll call and make an appointment.
HUNTER
(bored and impatient)
Can we go now? Lilly is waiting for us.
TED
(raises his brows)
Isn't it a school day?
HUNTER
(grinning)
Michael incited her to cut classes.
MICHAEL
(protesting)
I didn't.
HUNTER
You said she could come with us.
BRIAN
(smirking)
We used to cut classes when we were in high school. You know, Michael had a really bad influence on me.
Michael flashes him an angry look. The others are rather amused by this remark. The party gets ready to leave.
TED
(forced to get up)
Where are you going?
JUSTIN
(addressing Gus, who's standing on the bench)
Do you want to tell him?
GUS
(leans back against his father and lifts up his arms)
To the roller coaster capital of the world.
TED
I bet the girls appreciate that you take him sightseeing. (Brian ignores him. He grabs Gus' hands instead, lifts the boy up and puts him down on the floor. Ted whispers to Justin) Take a picture when he's riding on the merry-go-round. I knew some people who would pay a fortune for seeing that.
BRIAN
(over his shoulder - sharply)
Hurry up, you're late for work.
Justin laughs. The gang leaves and Ted walks over to the counter. A thin blond waitress enters the picture from the right to take his order. She gives him a sympathetic smile.
WAITRESS
You look like you could use a coffee.
In the background we see Emmett entering the diner. He seems to be in a surprisingly good mood.
TED
(to the waitress)
The strongest you've got and to go please.
EMMETT
Hey Teddy. (He sits down on the stool next to him) Isn't it a beautiful morning? I feel fabulous today.
TED
(gloomily)
I wish I could say the same thing about me. I assume you being in high spirits has something to do with Drew Boyd.
EMMETT
Yep. I'm officially over him. He doesn't mean anything to me. Zip. Nada. As far as I'm concerned he can live happily ever after with his designer queen. I really don't give a shit.
TED
(wrinkling his brows)
Didn't you just call me yesterday, telling me that you and he are back together?
EMMETT
(not so cheerful anymore)
Things change. Besides it's not like he's the only hot guy out there. I can do without him - as well as the incredible sex we had. Or falling asleep in his arms after we fucked for hours, sharing the paper while we had breakfast while he told me about strategies he devised for the game.
TED
(matter-of-factly)
Do you want to talk about it?
EMMETT
(watching the waitress, who puts Ted's coffee on the counter)
No.
TED
(reaches for the paper cup)
Well, then. I have to go to work anyway.
EMMETT
(turns to look at Ted - bitterly)
How could he? How could he fuck me and tell me he's still with his boyfriend? Like it didn't mean anything. Why he's with that guy in the first place? He was supposed to make experiences not to fall in love.
TED
(soothingly)
Life is unpredictable. Everything can happen to anyone, anywhere, anytime. Just look at me and Blake.
EMMETT
(depressed)
Maybe we would still be together if I had agreed to an open relationship.
TED
(touches Emmett's shoulder)
He could have met this guy nevertheless. Or somebody else. You deserve someone who makes you happy, Emmett.
EMMETT
(sighs)
I guess you're right. I should accept the way things are and just move on.
TED
(gives him an encouraging smile)
Let your flame burn brighter than ever.
EMMETT
(embraces him)
Thank you, Teddy.
TED
Anytime. (He straightens up) I'm sorry, but I really have to go now. I'm already late. (He grabs the coffee and waves him goodbye) See ya.
Emmett watches him hastily leaving the diner. He turns around and sighs. Suddenly his eye is caught by an open magazine - the current issue of OUT - lying on the counter next to him. There's a short article with a picture of Drew and Lloyd. The headline says: Drew Boyd - Who's the new guy at his side? Emmett glares at the photograph and shuts the magazine.
CUT TO: EXT. HOTEL - POOL - FLORIDA - DAY
A good-looking blonde woman walks along the edge of the pool, holding two cocktails in her hands. According to her outer appearance she could be a model for sexy under- or swimwear. The camera glides up her legs, the bikini briefs, over her perfect flat belly and gives us a close up of her well-rounded breasts, bouncing up and down in her bikini top. Focus on Mel and Lindz who are lying on sun-loungers. Lindsay was reading a magazine but as this blonde creature walks past them, wriggling her hips, they both watch her over the rim of their sunglasses.
LINDSAY
(with a hint of envy)
I hate plastic surgery.
MEL
(eyes fixed on the blondes butt)
I'm not sure if she had something done.
LINDSAY
(takes off her sun-glasses)
Are you kidding? Those boobs can't be natural.
MEL
(turns to look at her and grins mischievously)
Do you want to find out? (She gets up) Come on, let's ask her.
LINDSAY
(alarmed)
No.
MEL
(amused)
You can be such a prude sometimes.
LINDSAY
(pretending to be offended)
I'm really surprised you would say that after last night. I thought we could have a re-run tonight but if you prefer to spend the week with Miss Sex on the beach and her two silicone friends - go ahead.
She picks up her magazine and goes back to reading. Mel sits down next to her on the sun-lounger.
MEL
Baby, you know I'm crazy about you and last night was simply incredible.
LINDSAY
(smiling)
You think so?
MEL
I can't wait to do it again. (She bends forward and kisses her deeply. An elderly woman on the sun-lounger next to them raises her brows in disgust. Mel lifts her head and glares at her) What? Never seen happy married lesbians before?
Embarrassed, the woman hastily gets up and leaves. Mel pokes out her tongue at her. Lindsay reaches into the bag, which is sitting next to her on the ground and takes out her cell phone.
MEL
Barely twenty four hours have passed. Give them at least the chance to do something you can worry about.
LINDSAY
(lowers the cell phone and sighs)
I know we can trust them with the kids. It's just that we haven't been separated from them for such a long time.
MEL
I'm sure they're fine.
LINDSAY
(puts the phone back into the bag)
You're right. I don't want to become one of those mother hens who constantly worry about their kids. I should have a little more faith in them.
MEL
Exactly. (rubbing her shoulders) Just try to relax. Why don't you get us a drink?
LINDSAY
That's a great idea, hun.
She kisses her, gets up and heads in the direction of the bar. As soon as Lindsay's out of sight, Mel takes her cell phone out of the bag and quickly dials a number. While she’s listening to the ringing tone, she checks twice if Lindsay isn't looking. Someone answers the call.
MEL
Michael?
Change to the interior of Carl's car. Michael's driving, Ben has answered the phone.
BEN
No, it's Ben. How's Florida?
He turns around to take a look at the backseat. JR is sitting next to Lilly and Hunter in her child seat. She points out of the window.
JENNY
(thrilled)
'ed.
LILLY
(nodding)
Yes, it's a red car.
JENNY
(clapping her hands in excitement)
'ed car.
BEN
(smiling)
Don't worry about her. She's really enjoying herself. Of course she's missing you. Listen, we're in the car right now. Can we call you tonight?
Back to Mel. The camera slowly widens up and we see Lindsay, standing behind her.
MEL
Of course. Just give her a kiss from me.
Mel hangs up. She startles as she turns around and spots her wife.
LINDSAY
(amused)
Well, seems like I'm not the only mother hen.
CUT TO: KENNYWOOD AMUSEMENT PARK - DAY
Music: Second Time Around by Jesse Frederick and Theresa James
Close up of a sign saying, West Mifflin, Pennsylvania. A black and a silver car drive past it. Parking lot. The boys and girls get out of the vehicles. Change to the perspective of a roller coaster, approaching the peak and racing down its lane at high speed. The Liberty gang enters the amusement park. Gus runs ahead, followed by Brian, who's arm is resting casually on Justin's shoulder. Michael and Ben are both holding Jenny Rebecca by her hands. Hunter and Lilly are walking hand in hand behind them.
Change to a dive show. The diver performs a breath-taking triple somersault and enters the water gracefully. The camera pans over to a kissing teenage couple in the front row. Someone throws popcorn at them, but they're too busy to notice. The camera moves up to Gus. He's holding a bag of popcorn and is scolded by Michael, who probably tells him that you don't throw food at people. As soon as Michael turns away, the camera sways to Gus' right and Brian comes into view. He bends over to his son and whispers something to him then takes some popcorn, aims and throws it at the kissing teenagers. Gus grins at his father.
Change to a bunch of bumper cars gliding over a metal floor. Michael and Ben are sitting in a green bumper, Brian and Gus in a red one. In a moment of carelessness Brian fails to get out of the danger zone in time so Michael is able to push them against the border. Michael and Ben drive over to Justin who's waiting for them aside, Jenny Rebecca on his arms. Suddenly someone bumps into their car from behind. They turn around. It's the red bumper. Gus waves to them while Brian smirks.
Change to the entrance to a roller coaster. Gus has to step next to a yard stick. The woman who sells the tickets shakes her head. Obviously he hasn't the required height. The boy starts crying. Brian picks him up and tries to soothe him. When he looks up the others are gone. Brian wrinkles his brows and screams something that looks like: Hey! Michael re-enters the picture from the right, hands him Jenny Rebecca and leaves quickly before he's able to protest. Brian seems to say something like: Fuck you, Michael. He frowns at Jenny who immediately starts crying. Brian rolls his eyes. The rest of the gang waves to him as they start their roller coaster ride, grinning with glee. If looks could kill they would all drop dead.
Change to Michael and JR, riding on a wooden horse of a merry-go-round. Ben watches them from aside. Change to the gang having a log fume ride. Michael is waiting with JR near the basin, holding up a camera to take a picture. The log comes rushing down the slope, Lilly screams, water splashes to all sides as they dive into the small pool. Michael jumps aside but it's too late. He gets wet. Brian grins and waves to him as the log passes by. Michael screws up his face.
Change to the whole gang sitting in a diner and eating fast food. Gus takes a bite from a really big burger.
CUT TO: INT. OLD MC TEDDY'S FARM - LIVING ROOM - NIGHT
Close up of a bucket with light paint. Somebody dips in a paint roller. The camera widens up. Ted is standing next to wooden folding table. He heaves a deep, exhausted sigh and sits down on the table top. Blake's on a ladder, painting the corner where the wall meets the ceiling. The floor is covered with a huge plastic sheet. A naked electric light bulb is dangling from the ceiling.
TED
Please tell me it's the last one.
BLAKE
(smiling at him over his shoulder)
Tired already?
TED
We spent a week on the ceilings, then four days on the walls. (glaring at the bucket) I can't stand the sight of paint anymore. Or the smell. I'm suffering from a permanent headache.
BLAKE
(descending the ladder)
Don't worry. I bought non toxic paint just for you.
TED
I appreciate your solicitude. (Blake approaches him) Why couldn't we hire a professional painter again?
BLAKE
(puts his brush on the table and touches Ted's hip)
This is going to be our new home. I thought we should build it up together. A symbolic act so to speak.
TED
I think hanging some pictures would have sufficed.
BLAKE
(bends down and reaches into a box next to the table)
Here. (He straightens up and hand him a CD) Maybe this will cheer you up.
TED
(surprised)
You brought La Traviata?
BLAKE
It'll always be special to me. Reminds me of you. (Ted looks up. He's really touched. Blake places a soft kiss on his lips then walks over to the CD-Player which is standing on the floor next to the door) Oh, erm… Did I tell you I met Sylvia yesterday? (puts in the DVD) She told me she would like to join the project. (He straightens up and turns around) As a yoga teacher.
TED
(gets up from the table - vehemently)
No way. This woman won't cross my doorstep!
BLAKE
Come on, Ted. Give her a chance. She's not a bad person.
TED
(angrily)
She tried to break us up!
BLAKE
(frowning at him)
We screwed it up ourselves. It wasn't her fault.
TED
Don't you realize that she tries to sneak into our lives? First it's yoga, then she's staying for dinner and before you know it she moves in with us.
BLAKE
(irritated)
You're paranoid. Sylvia's just a friend.
TED
(sharply)
Well, she's not mine.
He grabs the roller and steps next to the ladder. Blake watches him applying paint on the wall. Focus on Ted. He's still angry. Suddenly the music of La Traviata is filling the room. An arm slides over his shoulder, a second one comes up from below and strokes his chest. Blake kisses his neck, his chin, the skin behind his ear. Ted closes his eyes and swallows.
TED
I won't change my mind.
Blake grabs his shoulder and turns him around so that he's standing with his back against the wall. Before he's able to protest, Blake places a soft kiss on his lips. Ted's anger slowly evaporates.
BLAKE
(whispering)
I want our first memory to be a happy one.
Ted smiles and resumes kissing Blake. Arms wrapped around each other, they move over to the table. In a quick flash we see them taking off their shirts, Ted lies down on the table, Blake on top of him. The camera slowly retreats as they make out, La Traviata playing in the background.
CUT TO: INT. KINNETIK - BRIAN'S OFFICE - DAY
CEO of Sylver Inc., Christian Kane, is sitting opposite Brian on a chair. He's dressed in a dark blue suit, which perfectly matches the color of his eyes. Since Brian just dropped by for the meeting, he's casually dressed in jeans and a white shirt with an unbuttoned collar.
CHRISTIAN
The partners are getting nervous.
BRIAN
(wrinkles his brows)
Why? What's the problem?
CHRISTIAN
Well, they think that the campaign has reached a level where it might compromise our image.
BRIAN
In other words they're pissing their pants. (Christian shrugs) I got the green light from you a week ago. Cynthia already booked airtime for the spots.
CHRISTIAN
Well, I was able to dispel their concerns but I cannot guarantee they won't retract at the last minute. Apparently somebody cast some doubts and as crazy as it sounds I assume it's the same person who recommended you in the first place.
BRIAN
(angrily)
Who is that fucker?
CHRISTIAN
I don't know his name. He plays golf with Jonathan Meyers, one of the partners. Jonathan said he was an old friend of yours. I just thought you should know.
He gets up from his chair.
BRIAN
(pensively)
How does he look like?
CHRISTIAN
Sorry, I've never met him.
BRIAN
(gets up - with a grim smile)
Well, obviously he likes playing games but I'm famous for my hole-in-one.
CHRISTIAN
(casts him a flirtatious look)
I have no doubts about that. (Brian smirks. They walk over to the door) By the way, you still owe me a tour through the more interesting parts of the city. So how about tonight?
BRIAN
I'd love to but there are already two good-looking boys waiting for me.
CHRISTIAN
Lucky you. I can't even remember my last threesome. (trying to recall) I guess it was during college. Anyway, next time then? (Brian opens the door) We could have a stroke play.
BRIAN
(smirking)
If you have the balls.
Christian looks down at his crotch, Brian follows his gaze. His equipment definitely meets Brian's standards so he gets an approving nod. Christian gives him a sexy grin and leaves. Brian turns to Cynthia, who was watching them from her desk.
CYNTHIA
With our current financial situation I thought the days of fucking the clients were over.
BRIAN
(shrugs)
There's nothing wrong with having some pleasure in business once in a while.
CYNTHIA
(grins)
Especially when the guy is that hot.
GUS' VOICE
Daddy!
Gus comes running up to his father, holding a piece of paper in his hand. Justin follows in a short distance. He's carrying Gus' jacket and his little backpack.
BRIAN
Hey Sonny boy. (He stretches forth his arms and picks up his son in mid-run) Uh, you're pretty heavy. What did Justin feed you?
JUSTIN
(steps next to them)
Just a few spaghettis.
He kisses Brian on the lips and smiles at Cynthia.
GUS
(proudly)
I put the herbs into the sauce.
BRIAN
(looks at Gus - acknowledging)
Yeah? (Gus nods) Maybe you'll become a chef one day. Nouvelle cuisine.
GUS
(turns up his nose)
No, I don't want to be old and fat.
JUSTIN
(amused)
He sounds just like his father. In a few years time he'll criticize Santa for his lack of fashion sense.
CYNTHIA
(laughing)
I wonder when he'll get his first Gucci belt.
BRIAN
(shakes his head)
Envy is such a low character trait. (He notices the piece of paper Gus is holding in his hand) What's this?
GUS
I drew a picture for you.
BRIAN
(walks into his office - followed by Justin)
More spiders?
GUS
No. Spiders are for babies. (He points at the middle of his drawing) It's our house with mama and mommy and Jenny and me. You are in the car.
JUSTIN
(over Brian's shoulder)
The one whose head looks like a potato.
BRIAN
(with a fake smile)
Thanks for pointing that out. You can add another spanking to the list.
JUSTIN
(cheerful)
With pleasure.
GUS
(disappointed)
Don't you like it?
BRIAN
It's perfect. (Gus beams at him) We should hang it. Where do you want it?
GUS
(pointing at the wall behind his desk)
Over there.
Justin can't help but smile as Brian grabs some scotch tape and helps Gus sticking the drawing to the wall.
CUT TO: INT. RED CAPE COMIC'S - DAY
A boy with glasses and dirty blond hair is standing next to Michael behind the counter. They both look on the computer screen. Michael is handling the mouse.
MICHAEL
(pointing at the screen)
This is the list of orders. The courier comes around five. You have to check the packing slip against the list. After you did that open the box and make sure nothing is missing or damaged. If there are any problems, just call me.
BOY
(nods)
I think I'll manage, Mr. Novotny.
MICHAEL
Michael. (grimacing) Mr. Novotny makes me feel as old as I am.
BOY
(shrugging)
Okay.
The little bell rings as the front door opens. Ben enters the shop, holding JR by the hand. The little girl's plods happily toward the counter.
MICHAEL
(bursting with pride)
Is that my little honey bun? Come to daddy.
Ben lifts her up and places her on the counter. Jenny beams at Michael.
JENNY
(proudly moving her little arms)
I… walk.
BEN
Your daughter assisted me on my shopping trip.
MICHAEL
(lifts her up and takes her in his arms)
Daddy's big girl. Soon you'll go shopping all by yourself, hmm?
BEN
(dryly)
Probably with your credit card. (Michael laughs) Are you ready?
MICHAEL
Almost. (addressing his assistant who was studying the computer screen) Ringo, would you please get the box for the courier out of the backroom?
RINGO
No problem, Mr. Novotny.
Ringo strolls out of the picture. Michael looks after him, rolling his eyes.
BEN
Did you just call him Ringo?
MICHAEL
(with a meaningful look)
His parents named him after Ringo Starr from The Beatles.
BEN
(bends forward and tickles Jenny Rebecca)
Did you hear that? You should consider yourself lucky you didn't end up being named Paris or Britney.
MICHAEL
(curious)
You still didn't tell me what you planned for today.
BEN
(straightens up)
Slip into your loincloth. We're going to the zoo. I thought Jenny should know about the relatives of Baloo and King Louie. I always enjoyed watching the wild animals when I was a kid. (Michael screws up his face) What's wrong?
MICHAEL
I was always afraid of Shere Khan. Last time I went to the zoo, it was a catastrophe. A goat ate all my cookies and a Llama spit at me. I didn't stop crying until my mom took me home.
BEN
(amused)
Don't worry. This time you've got me to protect you. Any Llama spitting at you will have to answer to me.
MICHAEL
That's comforting. I hope the same thing goes for tigers who want me for lunch.
BEN
(shrugs)
Well, that depends on the length of their teeth.
MICHAEL
(not pleased with the answer)
Maybe we should change plans and rent The Jungle Book.
Ben laughs. Maybe due to the relaxed atmosphere or forgetting his grudge for a moment, he bends over the counter and kisses a surprised Michael on the cheek.
BEN
(takes Jenny Rebecca from him)
We'll wait outside.
Completely paralyzed, unable to move or speak, Michael just nods. Ben walks out of the picture with a smile. The ringing of the little doorbell brings Michael back to reality. Ringo steps next to him and places a cardboard box on the counter.
RINGO
(with a critical look)
Is everything alright? You look… strange.
MICHAEL
I love The Jungle Book.
Ringo eyes him as if he's worrying about Michael's state of mind.
CUT TO: INT. ICE CASTLE ARENA - PITTSBURGH - DAY
Music: Elvis vs JXL - A little less conversation
The ice is crowded with people of all ages and sexes. There's a grey haired couple doing pair-skating, a group of teens chasing each other over the ice, a mother watching her little daughter practicing spins. Two boys are skating hand in hand along the boards of the arena. The camera follows them and stops as we reach Brian, Justin and Gus. Brian crouches down and explains to Gus how he should move on the skates. Gus is hanging on his lips, eager to do it right. Brian takes him by the hand and straightens up. Gus reaches for Justin's hand. The boy secured between them, they carefully start skating. Considering it's his first time, Gus is doing pretty well. Change to him and Brian, skating alone. His father's holding him underneath the shoulders and guides him in wavy lines across the ice. Change to Justin and Gus standing in front of the boards, watching Brian speeding down to the end of the arena. He seems to be a pretty good skater. As he comes back, he grabs a surprised Justin by the waist and swirls him over the ice. Change to Gus, skating alone. He approaches Brian, who's waiting with outstretched arms. Justin cheers him on and applauds as Gus reaches his goal and Brian picks him up. Change to Brian and Justin trailing the laughing boy behind them like they were his sled dogs. They stop. Brian glides on while Justin takes care of Gus. The music fades so we can hear they're playing Faith by George Michael in the stadium. Suddenly a teenage boy crosses Brian's path, causing him to stop abruptly.
BRIAN
(frowning after the boy)
Look out, you little fucker!
He's about to move on as he suddenly spots someone among the people at the other side of the ice. The camera moves over there in a quick flash. It's a man in his late forties with dark brown hair and strong features. Despite the fact that he's not in his twenties anymore he looks pretty handsome. His eyes are fixed on Brian as if he was the only person in the arena. A smug smile plays about the guy's lips. Quick flash back to Brian. He seems confused. Somebody bumps into him. Brian has to step backwards to remain his balance and loses eye-contact. As he turns to look again, the guy's gone. Brian wrinkles his brows, his eyes are panning over the skating crowd. Justin appears next to him. He's holding Gus by the hand.
JUSTIN
(slightly worried)
Is something wrong?
BRIAN
I just thought I saw somebody who looked familiar to me.
JUSTIN
Who?
BRIAN
(turns to look at him)
I'm not sure. Maybe I was just imagining things. It's not important.
GUS
(close to wailing)
I'm hungry and I have to go.
JUSTIN
(looks down at Gus)
Okay, I think they have a snack bar. The bathroom is probably around there. (He glides towards the boards but stops as he notices Brian's still looking at the skaters) Brian, are you coming?
Brian slowly turns around and follows them to the exit, taking a look over his shoulder two times as if to make sure nobody's following them.
CUT TO: INT. LOFT - LIVING ROOM - NIGHT
Brian is half lying, half sitting on the couch. He's staring at the muted TV, one hand resting on his stomach, the other one patting Buster who's lying on the sheepskin next to the couch. He seems to be lost in thoughts. Justin enters the picture from the left and places two cocktail glasses on the coffee table.
JUSTIN
(giving him a sunshine smile)
I made us a Pina Colada.
BRIAN
Cooking, painting, mixing cocktails. (He cocks his head and watches him) Is there something you can't do?
JUSTIN
(sits down on the couch)
Juggling.
He approaches his partner in a catlike motion. Brian opens his thighs so Justin is able place his hands next to his torso. They look each other in the eyes.
BRIAN
Really? I always enjoy it when you're handling my balls.
Smiling, Justin bends forward and they kiss. Brian gently touches his lover's neck. Justin lies down on Brian's stomach, face turned towards the TV. Brian's fingers start playing with some strands of his blond hair.
JUSTIN
(lets his fingers trail along Brian's right arm)
What are you thinking about?
BRIAN
(takes hold of Justin's hand - their fingers lock)
Fucking you.
JUSTIN
Unfortunately that's out of question. (Brian lets go of Justin's hand. They fall silent for a moment. Justin starts playing with Brian's belt) Maybe I could… Watch the bedroom.
BRIAN
(raising his brows)
What are -
We hear the sound of Brian's zipper being opened. He looks down at Justin who's bent over his crotch. The moment his cock slides into his lover's expert mouth, he lets his head drop back and takes a deep breath. His eyes shift to the folding bed. Gus moves an arm. Brian's body tenses immediately.
JUSTIN
Relax.
Justin goes back to the task at hand but even though Brian's trying, he can't let himself go. Suddenly Gus turns in his sleep. Brian jerks upwards. Justin looses his balance and falls off the couch. Buster jumps up with a start and flees.
BRIAN
(looks down at him and offers him his hand - guiltily)
Are you okay?
JUSTIN
(takes Brian's hand and comes into a sitting position - inspecting his arm)
Well, I think nothing's broken.
BRIAN
(zips up and buckles his belt)
You know, that explains Mel's lack of humor. (Buster appears next to Justin and sniffs at him as if to make sure he's alright. Justin pats the dog’s head) I never thought I would say this but I really have to give the girls credit.
JUSTIN
(spots an open box with photographs on the coffee table)
Hey, what's this? (He reaches for the picture lying on top, but Brian snatches it out of his hands) I bet it's another one of you looking like a geek.
BRIAN
(stuffs the picture in the pocket of his jeans)
That earns you another round of sweet pain.
JUSTIN
I can hardly wait.
Brian grabs his neck and pulls him in for a kiss.
CUT TO: INT. THE LOFT - DAY
Brian, Justin and Gus are sitting at the dining table. They're having breakfast. Brian studies a newspaper, lying on the tabletop. Gus has already finished his plate and plays with a little plastic device that plays a song when you push the button. It's a 35 seconds techno tone with a lot of dings, dongs, bings and bangs performed by an ugly cyber frog.
JUSTIN
(watching Gus)
I wonder what they’ll put in the cornflakes next.
BRIAN
(looks up from his reading)
As long as it’s not a singing cock, I don't give a shit. (He frowns at Gus, who pushes the button again) That was the last time. This song is annoying as hell. (He notices he’s about to feed the dog some cheerios) Gus, don't feed him from the table. (addressing Buster - in a strict voice) Stop begging.
Son and dog lower their heads at the same instant. Justin casts Brian a worried glance, aware of the reason for his tension. There's a knock on the door. Brian stares down at the newspaper. His jaw tenses.
JUSTIN
(gets up and briefly squeezes Brian's shoulder)
I’ll let them in. (Accompanied by Buster he walks over to the door and opens. Melanie and Lindsay are standing on the doorstep. They seem to be relaxed and in a good mood) Hey, girls.
MEL AND LINDZ
(embracing him at the same time)
Hello, Justin.
JUSTIN
(letting them in)
Hey, how was Florida?
LINDSAY
Wonderful! The weather was great.
MEL
(flashing Lindsay a meaningful look)
Even thought we spent a lot of time in the hotel room.
GUS
(comes running around the kitchen counter)
Mommy!
LINDSAY
(lifts him up)
Hello honey. Did you have a nice week with daddy and Justin?
GUS
(nods)
We went ice skating and daddy taught me how to tie my shoes.
JUSTIN
(to the girls in a low voice)
Could you make it quick?
In the background Brian approaches them. He's carrying Gus' luggage. Everybody who knows Brian Kinney is able to see what he feels right now. Lindsay puts Gus down and Mel takes the suitcase from Brian.
BRIAN
(hands Lindsay Gus' backpack, then crouches down in front of his son)
Okay, Sonny boy. Time to say goodbye. (Gus looks at him. He's about to start crying) We had an agreement, remember? No tears and I'll come visit you next month.
GUS
(sniffing)
'kay.
He throws his little arms around his father's neck and hugs him tightly. Brian presses his lips together.
LINDSAY
(gently removes Gus from his father, who slowly gets up)
Come, we have to pick up your sister.
JUSTIN
(crouches down and gives him a hug)
Bye Gus.
Gus is fighting the tears. Mel takes her son by the hand and leads him to the elevator. Justin straightens up and waves them goodbye. Lindsay turns to Brian.
LINDSAY
(kisses him on the cheek)
Look after yourself. (Brian doesn't respond. She briefly hugs Justin) You too.
JUSTIN
Have a nice trip.
She waves and leaves. Justin shuts the door while Brian returns to the kitchen table. He drops down on his chair. Justin slowly approaches him. He doesn't seem to be sure what to say. Suddenly his eye is caught by the box of cheerios.
JUSTIN
Hey, what happened to the annoying thing? (Brian slowly lifts his and smirks) You didn't.
BRIAN
(shrugs)
The boy needed a souvenir. Now he can share the fun with his mothers.
Justin sits down on his lap and puts his arms around his neck.
JUSTIN
(amused)
You're evil.
BRIAN
I'm sweet.
JUSTIN
(places a soft kiss on his lips and smiles)
I could stay another week. Stephen would probably fire my ass if I don't show up on Monday but I don't give a shit.
BRIAN
(takes hold of Justin's hips)
The hell you will. You fly back tomorrow and you're gonna kick Ruben's & Bush's straight, ignorant asses. (in a serious tone) Don't let them bring you down.
JUSTIN
It's kinda scary. Lou said something similar a while ago. (With an intense look in Brian's eyes) You really do believe in me.
BRIAN
Of course I do. You're a fucking genius.
JUSTIN
(smiling)
Guess, I've no choice then.
Brian straightens up a bit and kisses him on the lips then leans back in his chair.
BRIAN
(letting his fingers trail down Justin's chest)
How many spankings are on the list?
JUSTIN
Three.
BRIAN
Seems like it's going to be an entertaining afternoon.
Justin grins and resumes kissing him.
CUT TO: INT. NOVOTNY-BRUCKNER'S - KITCHEN - NIGHT
Ben and Michael are clearing out the dish washing machine. Michael adds a plate to the stack of dishes. As he reaches for the next one his eye is caught by something else. An empty glass of baby food is standing on the counter. Michael straightens up and takes it in his hand.
MICHAEL
(sad)
She's only gone for a few hours and I'm already missing her.
BEN
(sighing)
Yeah, me too.
MICHAEL
(pensively)
Sometimes I'm not sure if it was a good decision to give my consent. Maybe it's my Italian genes speaking but I think children should be with their family. Their whole family.
BEN
You agreed because you wanted the best for your daughter.
MICHAEL
(suddenly getting passionate)
Maybe I was wrong. It might sound selfish but I just want to watch her growing up. Her first steps, her first words. I already missed so much. I know the girls love her but I love her too. Why the hell do I always make the wrong decisions? (He puts the glass back on the counter) Brian was right. I am pathetic.
BEN
(softly)
That's not true.
MICHAEL
Yes, it is. I never meant to hurt you but I did because I made a mistake and wasn't man enough to tell you. I perfectly understand if you'd leave me after everything that happened.
BEN
(in a firm voice)
I'm not going to leave you. (smiling) I really enjoyed the last week. It felt good to be a family again.
MICHAEL
(returns his smile then touches his hand)
Ben… I want you b- (Zap! All lights go out. Suddenly they're left in complete darkness) What the fuck…?
Ben carefully moves through the kitchen and tries the light switch. To no avail.
BEN
(turns around)
Blackout.
MICHAEL
(sighs)
Great. I'll get some candles. (While he moves through the dark living room, he knocks his knee at one of the chairs) Ow, fuck!
BEN
(from the kitchen - worried)
Are you okay?
MICHAEL
(grits his teeth)
I'm fine.
He reaches the dresser, opens the second drawer and takes out a candle. Ben approaches from behind.
BEN
I couldn't find the lighter but I think the matches will do.
Michael turns around. Ben first lights a match then the candle. The moment the wick starts burning, it causes a very intimate atmosphere. Ben stretches forth his hand to take the candle from Michael. Their eyes meet at the same time Ben's finger are touching Michael's hand. Neither one of them move. The camera slowly circles around them while they keep staring into each other's eyes. It seems like the light of the candle suddenly forces back all the insecurity and hurt feelings and resurrects the emotions that are buried underneath.
BEN
(in a firm voice)
I wanna go upstairs.
MICHAEL
(hoarsely)
Are you sure?
Instead of an answer, Ben reaches out - his fingertips touch Michael's jawline - and kisses him. Cautiously at first but it quickly gets intense. Still concentrated on Ben, Michael dips the candle into the flower vase which is standing next to him on the dining table.
CUT TO: INT. BABYLON
Music: Cascada – Everytime We Touch (Radio Edit)
Like every night the dance floor is crowded with guys – hot, horny and ready for some action. Drew is one of them. He’s dancing in a cluster of young good-looking boys. They all try to gain his attention but even though he’s not drawing away he doesn’t seem to be interested in any of them. His gaze is fixed at someone else. The camera pans over the crowd to the bar where Emmett is watching the scene. His hair is gelled up and he used some eyeliner. He’s wearing a tight, black shirt which looks like it was ripped by the claw of a tiger, exposing parts of his flat stomach. Contrary to his decision to forget about Drew, he looks like he was hypnotized by a cobra.
Change to the loft. Focus on Justin’s face. His eyelids are fluttering and he’s gasping for breath. A second later his facial expressions relax. The camera widens up and we see he’s lying face down on the couch, naked and sweaty, hands clasped around the armrest. Brian lets his tongue glide over Justin’s spine up to his neck. Justin smiles and comes to lie on his back. He starts kissing Brian passionately while his hands touch his neck, his back, his shoulder blades. Brian drops the black dildo he was still holding in his hand so he’s able to let his fingers run over Justin’s chest.
Babylon. The crowd is still dancing the night away. Suddenly darkness falls on the dance floor and the music is cut off. Nervous murmuring arises but quickly subsides as the boys realize with all the lights gone the dance floor practically became a huge back room. Let the kissing, groping and fucking begin. Emmett paves his way through hot, sweaty bodies towards the exit until he bumps into someone. He stares at the man standing in front of him.
Music: Cascada – Everytime We Touch (Candlelight Remix)
Change to the bedroom of Michael and Ben. They’re on the bed. Michael is lying on his back, arms wrapped around Ben who’s kissing his chest. Blue moonlight touches their skin, creating an almost mystic atmosphere. Close up of Ben’s fingers, gliding over Michael’s ribs. His tongue touches one of his nipples. Their lips meet and melt together.
The loft. Close up of Brian’s lighter lying on the coffee table. The camera pans over to the bedroom. Burning candles are placed on each bedside table. Brian’s kneeling on the bed. A panting Justin’s lying on his back between his thighs. His left hand is resting on Brian’s shoulder. His lover bends aside and removes the rope which was tied around his wrist. Free again, Justin straightens up and wraps his arms around Brian. They kiss. Deep but very gently at the same time.
Change to the side street of Babylon. We follow the line of parked cars and stop as we reach a black Hummer. The camera draws closer and takes us inside. Emmett and Drew are in the driver’s seat. Emmett is sitting on Drew’s lap, slowly riding his cock. Drew has his hands on Em’s hips, eyes fixed on his face. Emmett returns his gaze, then bends forward and kisses him passionately.
The loft. Justin is lying on the right side of the bed, back turned towards Brian, who’s sitting upright on the mattress. His arms are resting on his knees, while he’s smoking a cigarette. He’s pensively looking at a photograph, which shows him in his early twenties inside an office. He’s wearing a suit. Next to him is a brunette man, who may be about ten to fifteen years older than him, dressed in a suit as well. Considering the picture was taken about twelve years ago it’s undoubtedly the guy from the skating arena. Brian takes a drag from his cigarette and slowly exhales the smoke. His eyes shift to Justin, who’s peacefully sleeping next to him.
FADE TO BLACK
Cascada - Every time we touch
I still hear your voice, when you sleep next to me.
I still feel your touch in my dreams.
Forgive me my weakness, but I don't know why
Without you it's hard to survive.
'Cause every time we touch, I get this feeling.
And every time we kiss I swear I could fly.
Can't you feel my heart beat fast, I want this to last.
Need you by my side.
'Cause every time we touch, I feel the static.
And every time we kiss, I reach for the sky.
Can't you hear my heart beat so...
I can't let you go.
Want you in my life.
Your arms are my castle, your heart is my sky.
They wipe away tears that I cry.
The good and the bad times, we've been through them all.
You make me rise when I fall.
'Cause every time we touch, I get this feeling.
And every time we kiss I swear I could fly.
Can't you feel my heart beat fast, I want this to last.
Need you by my side.
'Cause every time we touch, I feel the static.
And every time we kiss, I reach for the sky.
Can't you hear my heart beat so...
I can't let you go.
Want you in my life.
'Cause every time we touch, I get this feeling.
And every time we kiss I swear I could fly.
Can't you feel my heart beat fast, I want this to last.
Need you by my side.
Directed by CleverDevil
Story by CleverDevil
Developed by Ron Cowen & Daniel Lipman
Based on the British Series Created by Russell T Davies
Starring (in alphabetical order)
Michelle Clunie
Robert Gant
Thea Gill
Gale Harold
Randy Harrison
Scott Lovell
Peter Paige
Hal Sparks
and Sharon Gless as Debbie
Guest Starring
Harris Allan
Dean Armstrong
Keegan Hoover
Stephanie Moore
Executive Story Editor
galefan4ever
Music Supervision
CleverDevil
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Queer as Folk and all its characters (despite the few I created) are property of CowLip and Showtime. No copyright infringement is intended.
Author’s note:
Since I know it’s kinda cruel to make you wait that long for an update I decided to go on hiatus for about four weeks (you’re already used to that) and write two episodes instead of one to provide a regular updating interval of two weeks for the last five episodes. I hope you’ll stay with me to the end. You won’t regret it. ;)
As you may have noticed this episode was dedicated to the cuteness of the children and their fathers with a focus on B/J/G. I guess the majority of readers didn’t mind.
I’m aware of the fact that it’s quite a long episode and some scenes could have been shortened or left out (the adventure park part for example or the ‘Gus wakes up Brian and Justin’ scene) but my beta thought it wasn’t too bad so you got the whole thing. I hope you are okay with that.
Brian’s new car: I thought the Vette was getting too impractical since Brian decided to keep Buster. I spent hours looking on the internet for cars that might be suitable. I decided against a Jeep because it would mean going back to the start and we all know the non-committed club boy turned into a man. He’s a father, he’s a lover and he’s still damn hot. The Cobalt may be a compromise but I think Brian learned to make compromises once in a while and it’s not like he has to keep the car forever.
Emmett and Drew. I think Drew has a good heart and he doesn’t want to hurt Emmett but I also think there’s a certain naivety to him. He loves his boyfriend but he has also still feelings for Emmett, what he slowly begins to realize. He’s like a child who has two candies and can’t decide on one.
The adventure park/Second time around. I used the theme from the TV show Step by Step. I know the lyrics don't fit in the context but the intro also has an adventure park theme and it's a song about family.
Oh and of course Brian and Justin don’t boil their sex toys. It was just a joke. Even thought I think the picture is kinda funny. Imagine them standing in the kitchen, boiling the dildos and hanging them on the line to dry. *lol*
You know I’m always grateful for reviews. Tell me what you liked, tell me what you disliked. Just let me know what you think :).
TRAILER EPISODE 6.13
Music - Exhale slowly by Bootsy Mc Queen
queer as folk
The New York ASC. Justin and Austin are sitting at the kitchen table. Justin's only wearing his pajama pants and looks at Austin with sleepy eyes. Austin: "I found him." Justin, wrinkling his brows: "Who?" "The guy who convinced my bosses to kick you out of the show." Justin, suddenly wide-awake: "Who is it?" Austin: "Do you know a man called Steele? Evan Steele?"
Red Cape Comics. Ben's on his cell phone. "Well, thanks Tom. I'll let you know." He hangs up and turns to Michael, who gives him a questioning look. Ben: "That was a former fellow student of mine. He offered me a job in Boston." Michael looks shocked.
Justin and Moira are sitting on a park bench. Justin seems to be really depressed. Justin: "This guy saw through that no one will touch my work. There's no gallery in New York that would show my paintings." Moira, smiling mischievously: "Well, there's one place you didn't try yet."
Brian and Michael standing at the bar at Babylon. Michael: "What if he actually wants to go there?" Brian: "Well, you could either drop down on your knees and beg him to stay - which would be pretty pathetic if you ask me - or tell him how you feel about it and accept whatever he decides on."
Babylon. Emmett and Rel are standing at the edge of the dance floor. Rel glares at Emmett who points at a group of dancing boys, who are probably on some kind of drugs. Emmett, emphatically: "These people are not your friends!"
Babylon at daytime. Ted is standing in front of Stuart's office. He's listening to a conversation between Stuart and an unfriendly looking man. Stuart, nervously: "I'll be there. You have my word." The man growls: "You better be or you'll regret it."
A telephone conversation between Brian at Kinnetik and Justin at New York. Justin: "Who the fuck is Evan Steele?" Brian: "An arrogant, narcissistic prick."
Babylon, Stuart's office. Ted is sitting at the desk, staring at the computer screen in disbelief. He picks up his phone and dials a number.
Stuart's and Lilly's apartment. Stuart drops down in an armchair and sighs. Lilly watches him with a critical look on her face. Stuart: "Don't worry, pumpkin. It'll be over soon." Lilly crosses her arms over her chest. "I heard you saying this a hundred times and the next moment you made me pack my things and took me to some other town."
Inside the suite of a luxurious hotel. The guy from the ice stadium, dressed in a bathrobe, is sitting in an armchair in front of a huge Plasma TV. He takes a sip from his wine glass, eyes fixed on Brian who's standing in the middle of the room and glares at him. Brian: "What the fuck do you want, Evan?" Evan, pointing at him: "You."
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