Chapter 85
"How is Conner's movie business going Brent, I forgot to ask you?"
"He's mainly in the studio doing catch-ups or something, they are treating him like royalty at the moment."
"Good, so they should," Ray said.
"When is the car arriving?"
"Soon Brent we want it to be here before we take Ted to school. I have organized Grant and his men to install the baby seats."
"Good."
When the car arrived, Teddy was all over it and wanted his brothers to see it too. Grant and his men had the baby seats installed in no time, then they took it around the block for a spin. I will get to drive it when I go to the park I suppose. There was so much more room inside and to be truthful I was excited because it was a lovely color.
John and Ray dropped my old one off at the detailers and they will deliver it to Shane's place so I didn't have to do anything. They also had to go into work today, so that left me and the babies home alone.
Around lunchtime he swaggered in, dropped his backpack and kissed the boys, then he started undressing me. We were all over each other in an instant and because the house was empty he took me over the breakfast bench.
'Fuck I needed that Brent." He lay on the floor in the nude. I was too exhausted to answer, and in my little world at the same time. He was magnificent his performance was a ten out of ten.
"Did you get it all done?"
"Yes baby, and caught the first slot out of the Gold Coast this morning."
"How are my boys Phil and Dave?"
"Great, nothing's changed there, I sat with them all the way home and we talked about the kids mainly."
"We have to have them over again soon."
"Yep, I want them to meet Mike and Brody. Maybe we will take Broads for a ride one day."
"He would love that Con, I like a good ride too you know."
He rolled onto his tummy and said.
"Be my guest."
I did my duty and took my time too, he was bum slapping awesome.
The babies woke up and started moaning, so I put their bottles into the microwave, he got dressed and he was telling me that after all his work he only has one more short song to write and he was done.
"Good, so you can start on my album next." He giggled as Jack farted, I grabbed a fresh nappy and gave it to him.
"Get that will you Con." I went to put the kettle on then sat at the table with Curtis, who was having some nourishing food and kicking his legs like crazy, he knows Conner's voice.
"The car is nice isn't it?"
"Yes Brent, I love the color and can't wait to have a drive of it."
"Don't you scratch it."
"I won't, bloody hell I'm not a maniac behind the wheel you know."
"Just warning you, that's all."
"Brent, can I ask you something?"
"Of course you can Con."
"Nans place, I have been thinking about it a lot, do you think we should try and buy it, and renovate it for more space?"
"Good idea baby, we should get Di onto it." My stomach fell.
"Maybe I will get Ray onto finding out who owns it and make them an offer."
"You might get it for five hundred dollars Con, that would be awesome." He's forgotten.
"What?"
"Teddy owns it Con, did you forget?"
"No! I thought nan had leased it from someone."
"She owned the building, Geoff leases it from Ted's company."
"What company?"
"Your son's company, Ray administers it, Teddy gets a nice fat check at the end of each month."
"Why don't I know these things?"
"You do, you were told at the time. But I suppose life got in the way as usual." I smiled just before I claimed his lips again.
"Anyway, why do you want to renovate?" I asked.
"More room for the shows, maybe a garden bar on the roof, bigger stage bigger speakers."
"Talk to Teddy first, he may not want it altered."
"I didn't think of that, maybe we had better leave it alone then." Good thinking Conner.
"I'm sure Geoff would appreciate it, but, is Ted ready to move on?"
"I will think about it more, maybe we can buy the building next door and combine the two." I didn't have the heart to tell him the one next door is on the same title as Nans.
"You must talk to Teddy first Con."
"Okay." If I know my son like I think I do, there's no way he would let anyone destroy his nannies café.
"God it stinks like a brothel in here, I hope you weren't doing it in front of the children." John hugged Conner who blushed.
"No, and what makes you think anything was going on?" I put my stupidity face on. He fanned his hand under his nose and opened the bi-folds to the back yard. John's so subtle.
"Coffee anyone?" He changed the subject. We were hearing a lot of baby talk today, the boys are restless and want to play. I placed them both on their tummies and they started grabbing at each other. One got a handful of a nose the other grabbed an ear. Simple things amused them, but when Conner stuck his hair in their faces they giggled uncontrollably, so I filmed it all for future viewing.
"Did you get it all done Conner?" Ray asked.
"Almost, just some loose ends to fix up now. I think they are going to offer me a permanent contract, but I will know when Marty knows."
"Is that a good thing Conner?'
"I believe so Ray, they have several songwriters on their books, Elton for one. I guess I'm in good company."
"You are, son, you are."
I went to give John a hand with the sandwiches and helped myself to a couple because I was hungry. He placed a platter on the table so the others could eat. Grant came back and was raving about the car to Conner, he had lunch with us and played with the kids. They don't eat sandwiches but I guess we will have to start on custard and baby food soon. I can't wait until they can talk to us, I am dying to hear their voices.
"Grant, do you think Stan will still hold the sale of the flat up?"
"No, he said he will do the right thing, Brent. I pointed out to him what Ray said, the lawyers will eat it all up in fees if I get them involved." He grinned.
"Good, if you need a hand just let us know," I replied.
"It's okay Brent, John and Ray are going to give me a hand with it, they know people. Just in case he tries to dupe me out of my entitlements."
"He wouldn't do that surely?"
"He's capable of much more Brent, he forgets he told me stuff, stuff that's top secret. I don't think he will want that information released to the press."
"My god, I thought he was a little sleazy this just confirms it."
"Well Conner, he had two folders full of your and Brent's information in his files. Shit like your attack in Papua, Manu being a suspect, Conner's walks in the parks, his relationship with you Brent, Teddy, shit like that."
"My god no, how do we get our hands on them?" I looked at Ray and Grant.
"You don't, I did, when I stayed over at the consulate. I raided his files and took them. They are now a charred mess in the incinerator at head office." He grinned.
"So, you didn't have sex with him then?" I said.
"No, Brent, I had to get those files. I knew he had started them so they had to be in his office. I got him drunk and when he collapsed, I raided his office. I took much more than I wanted, but hey, how does he explain their disappearance. This way he will think I still have them, and I doubt whether he will give me any grief."
"That's so awesome Grant, thank you so much." I beamed and nearly kissed his sweet lips.
"That's my job boss, now can we talk about a new car for me?"
"It will be delivered tomorrow, what color do you want?" I was eager to reward him.
He laughed his head off but said later he needed a bigger stronger car for security. We will get him a Merc too, he needs a town car.
We loved Grant, and he has become a brother and a fine friend. He didn't have to chase Stan for our sake we would have ridden the storm, and I don't care anymore. What happened happened, it's in the past, gone forever.
Conner drove our car to School to pick up the kids, it was beautiful to sit in and it looks like I will have to wait until tomorrow for a go at it.
Teddy screamed when he saw him walking across the road and he jumped into Cons arms. There was kissing today, I don't think Ted was aware he was being watched. I got mine after he did his brothers.
"Did you have a good day son?"
"Yes Dad, what did you buy me?"
"Something really good, but you will have to wait until I unpack."
"What is it, dad?"
"A surprise." I saw his fists crunch, he loves his little surprises. Brody was quiet but I guessed he was a bit distracted by his appointment with Mary after training. He knows she's a good friend, but I also knew he was worried.
There was no Andy today at the park, but we scored Mike, he was having the afternoon off.
"Where's Andy Fran?"
"I think he and Sam had something to do, he asked me to bring Shaun home today." She stared at me, everyone stares at me like I'm supposed to know what's going on.
"Okay, just asking."
"I think maybe they are trying for another baby." She giggled.
"I thought they might be."
"So Mike, how was your day off?"
"Good Brent, I can see why you love this place so much." He was staring at Grant's tight lycra shorts, they were obscene today.
"Oh that, wait until he wears his other ones, there's a rip up one side and you can almost see all his assets at the right angle." I passed on that piece of trivia.
"Well, he sure does know how to dress to impress."
"Are you sitting in with Brody tonight?"
"Yes, she wants to see us both together."
"Do you want Ted to tag along?"
"I don't want to use him Brent, but Brody insists he is there, with him."
"They have become firm friends, I guess he feels safer with him there."
"And not me?"
"And you, don't sell yourself short he adores you, it's just that you can't see it sometimes."
"I know, I'm aware of it, and trying my hardest to listen to him more."
"Good, he will like that."
"It's just I have been a bit distracted lately, and things are going around in my head I don't fully understand."
"Want to share?"
"No, I'll be okay I know what it is." He was watching Grant and the boys.
"Uncle Grant Uncle Grant, watch me," Brody yelled out and did a summersault. Grant clapped and then made him do one lap for showing off to his mates. They all laughed at Brody he was giggling his head off as he started doing his run. Mike stood up and said.
"I'll be back, I think my son needs some support." He dropped his sweats and took his top off, my god I nearly fainted as he turned around. Poor Conner had his backside in his face I had his bundle.
"Is that the way it's done, Brent?" He looked down at me.
"Oh, yes, that's the way." I moaned.
"Having a good look Conner?"
I heard Cons little voice squeak.
"Yes, thank you, Mike, awesome."
He ran off to catch up with his boy and Grant made the others run around the oval as he caught up behind Mike.
A total distraction on both their parts and I know Grant wished no one was there to see them make fools of themselves. Really, in reality, you don't always get many brawny hunks in tight shorts running around a kid's playground, but today we had two, and it was so exciting to witness.
When I looked at the others they all must have had the same ideas, their mouths were gaping, Johns was the biggest.
The boys ran past and the men walked side by side talking to each other. Mike suddenly got on the grass and started doing sit-ups, the kids couldn't pass this opportunity, so they stacked upon his stomach which flattened him. Grant was laughing, we were laughing and the kids were having fun like they are supposed to do.
"Run Mr. Walsh?"
"Of course Mr. Conner's."
We only got as far as the tree and bushes, I had Conner's shorts down in seconds and was cheering his member on with my lips.
Once again Conner was driving the car, he didn't even offer me a drive. He was playing with the dials as he drove, so I told him to leave my knobs alone. Talking about knobs, I think I just saw the biggest fattest one on Mike through his satin running shorts, very interesting.
Brody was getting agitated a bit, he seemed a little anxious. He held his drawing and his write up then Mike had a small talk to him and he seemed to relax a bit. Having him there was a bonus, but I think he wouldn't talk too much in front of him. We let Ted walk up the street without us. I was helping John do some veggies for dinner, we will have steaks tonight, Conner can light the barbeque. He was again on the floor playing with the twins, and Grant had changed out of his skimpy shorts into a more decent pair, he also covered up his amazing chest, which was disappointing.
The boys will have a few mini pies tonight they aren't big fans of veggies or steaks, John has it all in hand.
I buttered rolls and got the knives and forks out of the drawer then went out the back to set the table out there.
I was doing a great job of folding the serviettes when Conner appeared.
"Want a hand?"
"If you like Con, what are the kids doing"
"They went to sleep Grants watching them."
"Okay, do these for me please." I smiled and passed him a dozen of the white paper napkins.
"I would rather be doing you."
"Later Con." I blushed.
We had a great night, when the kids came back they were famished. Brody seemed to be hanging off Mike a lot tonight, anything that Teddy suggested fell on deaf ears. Conner went to his backpack and pulled out two paper bags, they were for both boys and were full of Avenger toys. He also had one for Shaun and Bubby, all the Avenger dolls were lined up and then Brody was interested.
Mike wasn't quiet tonight he was telling us all about his childhood and how he got to where he is today. It was a fascinating story and Grant held onto every word he said. It was a very casual night outside, we had opened the bi-folds so we could watch the babies, they are perfect, not a hassle in the world.
That was until it was time for bed, they couldn't decide whether they were hungry or just wanted a good cry. We took one each and soothed their moans. Mike was saying they may have a bit of colic and John went to the chemist to get some drops for them. It took another two hours for them to settle down, then they were exhausted and wanted to sleep. I was tired too and started getting ready for bed as Conner played with Teds little toys.
The story was read and by the time he got to bed I was fast asleep. I woke momentarily when he shoved his dick between my butt cheeks, but that was the last thing I felt. Two am they got me up again.
"Stay there baby, I'll get this." Conner moaned.
"No, it's my turn, go back to sleep Con."
I certainly didn't have to say it twice, as I left the bedroom I could hear him snoring.
With two bottles in hand I opened their bedroom door and felt around for any wetness or the other stuff, they were still dry. I popped a bottle in each of their mouths and they immediately began sucking on them, I also placed small pillows to hold the bottles and sat on the bed watching them. I was dropping off to sleep when Grant arrived, he looked a lot better than me.
"Couldn't you sleep, mate?"
"No, I've been tossing and turning since I went to bed, are they nearly finished?" He checked the bottles then showed me.
"Nearly, they must have been hungry, you take Curtis I'll hold Jack we better burp them before they drop off to sleep again." He sat next to me and gently rubbed Curtis's back. I heard an almighty burp and Curtis let out a small laugh.
"That's better, maybe they had something stuck in their tummies."
Jack almost mirrored Curtis's burps and he did look a bit better afterward.
We settled them and I thanked Grant, ever the gentleman he said he would sit with them for a while and watch them.
I crawled back into bed and Conner started throwing the blanket back.
"I'm coming." He said, so I grabbed him by the arm and said.
"All done baby, go back to sleep.
It was a beautiful morning, the sun was streaming down the big skylights Di had installed in all the upstairs bedrooms. Luckily she also made them auto-dimming when the sun hit them so I watched them fade into a dark grey color.
I gathered up my clothes and put some shorts and a tee on then went to check on the babies. Grant was asleep on the big bed and the boys were in with him, he had tucked pillows around them and all three looked so peaceful.
I went downstairs and Teddy had the TV on and was still playing with his little men, he had them lined up on the coffee table. I said good morning to him and kissed his head. I didn't expect an answer just the fact he even noticed I was there was enough.
My phone was flashing with a message so I checked it. It was from Jenny she will be over for lunch.
I replied. `Ok.'
John opened the adjoining doors and swept into the kitchen, he put the coffee machine on and began his daily chores.
"I think you have washing today don't you son?"
"Yes, and Jenny and Bob will be here for lunch, shall we get take away or do you want to cook?"
"I think we will get Chinese, Teddy likes that. I can send Ray up the street to get it for us when the times right."
"Good idea, there are so many good restaurants up there we should use them more often." He glared at me.
"Not on my watch son, maybe once a month but that's all you get."
"Silly me, the boys had me up at two, Grant came and helped me and then watched them."
"Good, we haven't had any luck finding a place for him yet, but we will." John smiled.
"I don't mind having him around John, he's bloody good with the kids."
"Well, we won't look too hard then, maybe Doctor Mike has another plan."
"I doubt it, he's still struggling with his demons, but I see a marked improvement." And I did.
"Well he likes Grant that's so obvious, and Grant likes him too."
"Who do I like?" Grant was coming down the stairs.
"Doctor Mike," I said.
"Um, I don't think he's into me that much, I've tried just about everything."
"Why don't you just come out and ask him for a fuck then?"
"JOHN!!." Ray barged in and covered his mouth with his hands.
"Teddies in the room." He whispered.
"Oops, sorry Teddy." John chuckled.
"I don't think he heard you, Johnny, he's more interested in the Saturday sports show." Grant offered.
"Anyway, Grant just ask him, all he can answer is yes or no."
Grant was finishing off making a coffee he laughed as he walked over to talk to his mate Ted. He flopped down on the sofa and I heard.
"What's fuck uncle Grant?" It was my turn to glare at John, if Ted takes that word to school there will be homework for the next six months.
I overheard Grant telling him how rude and naughty that word was, and he's not to use it at any time anywhere, his mates will be disappointed in him if he does. He nodded and accepted Grants take on it so I left it, for now.
"Are the babies still asleep?"
"Yes Brent, I think Conner's up I heard him bump into the bed I think." That's my Conner he doesn't wait until he's fully awake and starts his day off half asleep.
He came down with two baskets five minutes later. One was dozing and the other was spitting kicking and waving his arms like crazy, that would be Jack.
Teddy got the first good morning kiss in, then John and Ray, I had to wait for my morning cuddles like I usually do. But boy when I got those smiles my heart spilled into my tummy and filled it with love.
Breakfast was the usual fare, toast eggs a little bacon, and for Conner, it was a warmed up leftover T-bone steak with mushrooms, I shook my head from side to side but decided not to say anything, he works hard.
"Have you heard any more about the ships Ray have they landed in Singapore?"
"Landed, loaded and nearly back here again son. We got a good buy with those two ships."
"You should get two more if the business is going to be like that."
"Okay, thank you, boss, we will now we have you're okay." I rolled my eyes at him.
"So when are you and Daryl going to look at them?"
"In a few weeks, I think. He's got a couple lined up already."
"That quick?"
"Yes, we are buying them off the same people we got the other two off, they are bigger and newer."
"I had better warn you I am going with them Brent, so I will make sure there's food here for you all, no take away."
"Why are you going, John?" Conner asked.
"Well Mr. Nosey parker, I will be out shopping, there are some serious stores in Singapore."
"Oh, well have fun." Con chewed his steak.
I helped clear off the table then went to start the washing, it was easy for me I am an old hand at it.
I collected Cons out of his backpack, a photo fell out, it was Conner and some muscle hunk sunning themselves by the pool, I could see bumps in those stretch bathers. Very chummy they looked.
Of course, I got my dumped husband's mood on and ignored him for the next hour.
I really shouldn't do that to him.
"Okay, what's the matter, Brent?"
"Nothing," I answered curtly.
"Yes, there is, I can tell." He replied.
"Nothing Conner, just busy that's all, Jenny will be here soon."
"Tell me, for God's sake."
I put my hand into my back pocket and pulled the offensive photo out and shoved it under his nose.
"Working was you?"
He again stared at me and looked at the shot, then the miserable bugger started laughing.
"What's funny, I don't think it's funny."
"Nothing Brent." He was laughing as he went up to the door to answer it, and he was still laughing when he came back with our guests. I didn't think it was funny, he looks like he had a horn in that photo and so did his current lover.
"What's so funny Conner?" I was in a mood. He picked up an excited little boy and started kissing him, little Conner has found his personality and his arms went around Cons neck to return a big sloppy kiss.
"Hi sis, hi Bob, good to see you both."
"Have we just walked into a domestic argument?" Bob smiled.
"No, coffee?" I said.
"Yes please, did you like your car?" Jen asked.
"Yes sis, but I haven't driven it yet, other people in this house need to always be first, and are always shoving me to the side." I glared at Conner he burst out laughing again. It's a game we play quite often it keeps the wheels well oiled.
"And Conner how was the Gold Coast?"
"Good Jen I got you a present." He dived his hand into his back pocket and pulled that photo out and handed it to her.
She screamed and grabbed Conner thanking him so much she loved it.
I sniffed and said to him.
"Well you should have told me, I would have flown up for a threesome."
"With Huge Jackman, I don't think so baby, he's as straight as a highway marker." He smirked.
"I'll put this on my desk, the girls will go crazy."
He had signed it to Jenny with all his love on the back. It's a shame I didn't go with Con, I would have got a really good photo of him in the change room.
The day started nicely and when Conner sat at the table I sat on his knees.
"Where did you get those stretch bathers from?"
"The hotel shop baby, we didn't pack me a pair and Hugh wanted to swim, he's doing a voice-over for the movie and Deb and he stayed at the same hotel as me."
"She's lovely Con, I wish I could have met her."
"Yep they both do so much for charity I don't know where they find the time to have a quiet snog."
"Well, when he comes to Melbourne to do a live show I want tickets."
"Okay baby, we will go, and maybe we will get an invite backstage." He grinned. I kissed him then little Conner wanted up, so I moved to the chair next to them.
"It's full-on at work Brent, the new offices are being done and everyone's in an uproar because it's interfering with their jobs," Jen said.
"Well move the whingers upstairs with Helen's crew there's plenty of work stations up there that aren't being used."
"Thank you, boss, I will let Rob know on Monday, we just had to get your okay first." Then she screamed laughing.
"Have you heard anything from mum?"
"No, not a word everything is quiet from there side of town, she did ring when I first started at Go Ship, but I didn't return the call."
I laughed.
"Well, I'm busy, but I will probably get around to it in the next week or so." She smirked.
"Helen's in her element at Go Shipping brother, she's not that busy, but she sure is thorough," Bobby said.
"Yes, you should all call her boss." I amused myself.
"Okay, we will," Jenny screamed laughing.
My phone rang, it was Mike, he wanted to come over, so I told him he was more than welcome.
"A little surprise for you today, doctor Mike is calling in." I nudged Jenny who became very eager to meet this mystery man.
She helped me feed the babies, then John sent Ray up to the Chinese restaurant for some food. By the time he got back, Mike and Brody had arrived. Brody was hoping he would get a lesson in, Conner told him that they can do that later, so Teddy grabbed him and they both went off to his room.
"Was there anything special you want to talk about Mike?"
"No, Brent, he was badgering me to come over and I had nothing to do. Dianna came by this morning and dropped off some plans and ideas, I think he got sick of looking at them. I tried to tell him it was his decision too, but he said he had to talk to Ted about it."
"Maybe he just wants his input, he did have some say in this place when she did it, she even put in a small cubby house for him, just in case he feels a little scared."
"I can't imagine Teddy getting scared he's a brave little boy."
"All's good now, but there was a time when he jumped at his own shadow."
He groaned when I said that, maybe a light went off in his head.
"Maybe he wants a room like Teds Mike, maybe a small safe place for him to hide, you know what little kids are like they also get scared sometimes."
"I thought it was a brilliant idea when the time comes we are going to do one for Conner, he will love it," Jen said.
"You do that Jen, and put a baseball bat in it too Mike, you know, arm him."
"I see where you're coming from Brent, I will ring Dianna tonight then."
"Well it's a perfect opportunity to talk to him about it, ask him first and he will think it's his idea." I smiled at him, he grinned and those teeth were so white they sparkled.
"Brent!" John yelled out.
"What?"
"Help me get the plates out will you."
"Of course Johnny." I tore myself away, but left doctor Mike with my sister, she immediately asked him about Brody. He prattled on for a good ten minutes, this is someone that loves his son a lot, not some stiff doctor.
When Ray came back loaded up like a packhorse I set about pulling out some serving dishes.
"Leave them, Brent, less to wash up, we can eat out of the containers today." Okay, John, you know best.
I grabbed Jack, off Grant and started playing with him, Conner had Curtis and little Conner was trying to talk to them. Jenny moved to Bob's side and Mike sat on the sofa with Grant.
We were trying to listen to their conversation but Conner was making fart noises on Curtis's tummy, I wish he would shut up. John and I moved closer but no, still couldn't hear.
"We are talking about Brody's football training Brent if that's what you want to know," Mike yelled out.
"Thanks," John yelled back. The pair of them started laughing, I think that no go zone has been broken.
Lunch was great and the kids did have some small spring rolls and some rice, they were talking and laughing their heads off as they said no to everything on the table just about. Teddy had ordered his usual and Brody went along with his choice.
"I want to ask you something Brent, you can say no if you want."
"Okay shoot Mike." He smiled.
"I have something important to do Sunday night, can Brody have a sleepover?"
"Of course he can, Teddy would love that, he still hasn't stopped talking about the last one."
I pigged out on Chinese and I think Conner matched me because he was grinning at me and my enthusiastic approach to the lemon chicken.
We helped John box the leftovers and put them in the fridge, Mike got a take away for him and Broads, and Jenny Conner and Bob left after they got a tour of the house.
Mike had followed and called Brody to go with him, then he sat with him in Ted's room. I noticed the secret door was open and they weren't there when we passed by. I think they were having a tour of the secret room.
When they came back downstairs I noticed Brody's red eyes, the poor little thing had been upset.
"It's not what you think Brent they were happy tears." Mike smiled again.
"Okay son, say goodbye and we can go to the toy store to buy you a very big baseball bat." Brody looked up at his father and smiled.
"Cool Broads, get one like mine, my daddy brought it for me it's the biggest." Teddy got excited.
"Well bring it along tomorrow afternoon and you can compare them," I said.
"When tomorrow?"
"Afternoon, Brody's coming for a sleepover."
"WOW! That's cool dad, Brody did you hear that?"
"Yes Teddy, I will bring my bat and we can play get the bad man."
One very happy boy and a smiling father were shown to the door, and after Ted and Brody hugged they left. I stood there and looked at my new car, it looked so sad out there all on its own. I am hoping to get a drive-in tomorrow sometime.
"Did Jenny say what they had on tonight Brent"
"No, Con, I think they are taking little Conner to Luna Park. She did say she wouldn't be doing the big dipper ride."
"We should take Teddy one night."
"Perhaps we can take both boys tomorrow night."
"Good idea, you will have to run it by Mike though."
"Yes and I'll drive." I had put my biggest smile on my face so he got the hint.