Chapter 21
Four months later and Kasey was well on the way to becoming a top lawyer. He didn't stop studying at home but it was sometimes easier for him to use his office in the federal building. He would walk me to work and make sure everything was okay, then move a couple of doors up to start his day. Once or twice I would watch his ass tease anyone that looked at it and there were plenty that did.
This new office was offered to him about twelve weeks into his Uni course. He had papers all over the living room by now and more stacked on the dining table. His filing cabinet was almost empty. Every day he would cram pages into his briefcase and eventually he moved it all into his office space. What he needed to study he would bring home for the duration and our house was nearly back to normal again. It took him a while but now he was organized.
Kasey's uniform had been changed when he was shifted over to the Defence Forces Legal Team; a pale blue shirt, and navy pants. I was disappointed because now everyone can see the outline of his body and many times I caught the ladies having a second look (at his butt) as he walked past them. It was good to have him out of that kaki camouflage uniform, he looked awesome! He even had a small cap he would tilt to the side which made him look even sexier and extremely cuter and, because of his chest size, every shirt he tried on molded to his perfect shape.
The big plus with Kasey's new job was he could slip out at lunchtime and sit with me in the tea room. Sometimes we would just stare at each other and sometimes we would talk business but I much preferred the staring... it was our take on drawn-out foreplay. Of course, our lovemaking settled down a little as we got to know each other better. We both knew what turned the other on, and it became streamlined to maximize our intimate time together. No one was allowed into our private place and I doubt whether anyone would be included, we loved each other that much. One thing we did discover was we liked kissing, deep passionate kissing which took up most of our waking moments.
Billy was now in bubs school and he has had many sleepovers with us while mum and dad were off to do their thing for the government. He's growing into an awesome little brother and we both love him dearly, he is the source of many funny and loving moments. His hair has ended up the same as mine and he also inherited my violet-blue eyes; sometimes I think they are more vibrant.
Hargraves is doing good things in Canberra and the last I heard he was getting engaged to a wonderful lady cadet he had met on base. Evans and Trish still can't make their minds up but when the subject came up Evans said he couldn't convince her to move north so he stayed with the Military and he now has his small team to troll the buildings and airport. He is being integrated with the federal police squad. Wilson and Eva got engaged and I believe wedding plans have been discussed. Both Eva and Trish with their men are still in the apartment block and when the lease ran out from the military, I dropped the rent and made them stay right where they were. I doubt whether I will ever renovate the apartment any time soon, but there's still no rush.
The commander is now working for dad as his cadet liaison officer he has the same office and dad has the bigger one across the hallway. They are always flying off to Canberra and sometimes Tim goes with them. They are that much in love. I think they are planning a trip to England to go see Tim's folks but no time frames as yet.
Kasey has worked with the other Military lawyers in many cases. He has to get some practical hands-on experience and he is still top of his class. Four students dropped out which in his initial speech the professor said that would happen. Not everyone can cope with the study load. Kase was unhappy about it but was reassured that a couple of them will try again in a few years.
My biggest worry over the past six months was Kasey exploding with information. It was a hunger he had acquired that made him stay up to the small hours reading stuff, mostly information he didn't need to know about. He was ravenous in his quest to know everything. I loved our time together, watching a movie or making love on the sofa, but that was sometimes short-lived when he would remember something and immediately grab a book and start reading or hop on the computer and search for some obscure law.
James and Marko became lovers after working together for three months. Marko took my salon to a different level as he created some awesome doos out the back. His cuts were in demand by the younger trendy ones. Many times his secret clients would walk out the front and I would say `WTF' to myself. He has another year to go with his apprenticeship and then he can set up his station out with us. His mum was being sent heaps of customers, mainly the ones with kids, and she had hired a local girl to babysit while their mum's hair was being done. She was a beautiful soul and many times I sat talking to her about life in general and the devastating results of her husband's death. The funk the whole family had been in had lifted when her business soared and she no longer stays up late at night juggling the money side of things.
Kasey's mum is settled in her small house and she did buy a car and we installed a carport for her of course. Kase got a good deal on it.
My man is a little excited today. I had rushed across to the bakery and grabbed some salad rolls for our lunch and when he arrived he immediately kissed me deeply and had a good feel of my ass. He sat down at the table grinning from ear to ear.
"What's got you all happy today?"
"I have been asked to do something really important and I would like to accept the offer, but it's going to be hard on us."
"What is it?"
"You won't like it, even I don't like it, but it's an enormous opportunity for me." He grinned.
"Okay tell me."
"Well you know our team has been working on a big trial overseas, I have found things that our Military lawyers missed and they want me to explain what I found in detail to the prosecutors."
"I see." I slumped because I knew what was going to happen.
"I have been asked to assist with the trial. It will mean I am a cert to get my diploma sooner. I am hoping that will happen a little earlier than I thought."
"So you're not going to tell me? You're going to skirt around it then?"
"The trial is for war crimes in Iraq. It's been going on for months now and they want me to assist; new blood, new eyes and all that. I won't be able to practice but I can see things others can't baby. The downside is I will be away for about four to eight weeks."
"Then go." Immediately my tummy dropped but I put on a brave face. This is a big opportunity for him; I can't hold him back. I guess dad wins in the end. It will mean Kasey goes overseas to a war zone after all.
"You don't mind?"
"Of course I mind. I mind very much, but if it advances you that much, then go and do it. We both have to make sacrifices to get where we want to be, so do it. I hope there's no fighting where you are going."
"No its perfectly safe. There are rebel groups in the hills but they have quietened down and rarely come into the city and I will be housed in an enclosed compound with two thousand others, so yes, it's safe."
"I'm not so sure now. Do you want to go?"
"Yes and no. No, because I will miss you. But yes, because it's a good opportunity for me to integrate with our legal team and to part with my knowledge on the case."
"But the danger?"
"There's no danger. As I said, I will have two thousand troops surrounding me. What could go wrong?"
I didn't want to show how disappointed and selfish I felt so I took his hands and rubbed them with my thumbs.
"Do what you do best, baby. Get it done. Then come home to me. And no late-night rendezvous in the shower block either." I smiled.
"That's never going to happen my Adam with an a. My heart is for you only."
I had to put my brave face on and tried to lift the moment but he knew I wasn't happy with this and I could tell he wasn't too eager to leave me. If there was a way, I would have gone with him, but unfortunately, no civilians allowed in that area.
My day dragged on and on after he left and I did think about calling dad but decided he would know about it and he probably okayed it. As I said, he wins. I also knew he wouldn't send Kasey to any dangerous place, or should I say any of his men into dangerous territory, unless it was necessary. I know everything has settled down over there now, and all these court trials are at the cleaning stage.
He left me sitting all alone. I noticed a spring in his step as he walked out the door. I was happy for him and I knew I would survive the six to eight weeks he will be away. It's the initial isolation I won't like and I can start preparing now by going back to basics. Dinner at the café, long hot baths early in the night, trolling the alleyways; all that sort of stuff I still do that but usually with my man by my side.
"What's up?" Eva asked. "Kasey's being sent to Iraq to work on a war crimes case. He will be away maybe for two months. In one way I want him to go and in another, I want to hold him back here."
"What does he want?"
"He wants to go, he needs the experience it will look good on his final results." I dropped my head.
"There's your answer, then. Don't despair. We can have some girly catch up nights." She smiled.
"Yes, your right Eva. I sometimes forget there are others in my life apart from Kasey." I hugged her close then kissed her forehead, she smelt good.
"Good afternoon Nona, how have you been keeping?"
"Good afternoon Mr. Adam, Miss Eva. I haven't seen you for a while. I thought you may have run off with the postman." My favorite customer in the whole world came through the door. She will lift my mood and her most welcomed biscuit tin was handed across to Eva.
"No, our postman is a little old and craggy my darling; there will be no running off with him." I smiled.
"Oh mines young and gorgeous Adam, he loves my cooking and he wants to move in with me. Now I need help. I have to purchase a big cock, Mr. Adam, where do I get one?" She almost giggled her way to the troughs. Eva shook her head and went on with her work, smiling to herself.
"Behave yourself madam Zena." I looked around to see if anyone else was listening.
"And why do you need a big cock madam, isn't Luca's the biggest you have seen?"
"No, my husband is not up to the task. Hhe might damage my goods."
"What goods?" Here comes the punchline.
"Well I am thinking about buying some chickens and I will need a big cock to help make the eggs. I don't think Luca's up to that task but he did say the other day that your man Kasey had a fine bum on him." Yes, and I did drop the hose and water splashed all over her face. She spluttered a bit then I said. "Oops."
"Mr. Adam, he's a very intelligent boy, my Luca thinks the world of him."
"Who, the postman?"
"No, your Kasey. He's very clever. He helps my Luca out sometimes reading unsolved cases and things."
"Yes he is Zena, he's topping his classes, and they want him to be involved with a big case overseas." I had no idea the police force were using Kasey's talents no wonder he's tired all the time.
"He solved a big problem for Luca's men; did he tell you?"
"No, this is the first I have heard of it. What happened?"
"A young man's body was found washed up on the beach. They thought it looked like it might have been a drug deal to Luca and his men. He called your man in to look over the evidence before they went any further. They do that sometimes when they are stuck."
"And so he got Kasey involved then?"
"Yes, he passed the evidence to him and your man showed him some aspects of the case that indicated the young man had committed suicide by throwing himself off the cliff."
"That's very sad Nona, but I'm pleased the case was solved for his family's sake."
"Yes my Luca wants him to join the police force. He said he's wasted in the military."
"Well, he's stuck for the next five years, unfortunately, but you tell Luca he will probably help him anytime he wants. Kasey needs the experience and is eager to help out anyone."
"The police force pays better."
"Stop trying to pilfer my husband for your man. He loves his job."
"My husband likes your husband's behind Mr. Adam."
"So you said Zena and so do I and I play with it every night."
"Is your marriage exclusive Adam?" She shyly looked at me.
"What do you want to be done with your hair toda? I have no idea how I'm going to fix it."
I looked to my side and Marko was laughing his head off. He was listening to the conversation. I didn't mind; he's heard it all before.
"Is he laughing at this old Nona, Mr. Adam?"
"Yes." I started giggling.
"Good because if you don't laugh, you cry. And when you cry you're not happy. I like laughing people around me, Mr. Adam. Now, can you smile at me and don't worry about your man? He will come home safe and sound."
I hadn't realized it but I initially had a gloomy look on my face when she arrived.
"Sorry, and thank you for the reminder and the wonderful lift."
"That's okay, my friend. Leave it to Zena to fix your day. Now, Mr. Adam can I ask you something else without offending you?"
"Yes, what is it?" I slumped.
"Can I get Mr. Marko to cut my hair? I need a drastic change and I believe he's your top stylist."
I stopped dead drying her hair with the towel and said, "Of course you can. Anyone here can cut your hair my lovely, but you will have to sit out the back. We don't want to get Marko into trouble with the hairdressing authorities."
I looked at Marko and said, "Are you up for giving Nona a new look?" He was jumping up and down on the spot. I think he has just had a brilliant idea.
"Of course I am, one very special style coming up for my favorite cook."
"Can I get a special shoulder massage too please Mr. Marko?"
"Of course you can."
"Stop shit-stirring. You get a haircut and that's all, stop trying to charm my staff, it won't work."
"Sorry Mr. Adam, you know you're my favorite hairdresser." Butter would melt in her mouth, that woman will be the death of me one day.
I watched as she followed Marko into the back room, and I could almost see the designs flying through Marko's head. I didn't mind in the least. Zena has tried every one of my old stylist's in the salon. I think it's her way of getting to know everyone personally. Then I heard it.
"Mr. Marko, do you think I would be popular at the G Club?" She asked my young apprentice.
"If you bring a box of biscuits I think people would be falling all over you." He screamed with laughter, it was so nice to hear.
One hour later two laughing hyenas came out from the storeroom, one was a cute little twink and the other looked like she had stepped out of a holiday brochure. Her hair was magnificent and as she walked out it looked like the wind had swept it up around her gorgeous face. It was different but so Zena... Italian to a tee, deep burgundy streaks and teased to the max so bloody today. I wouldn't have thought it would have suited her, but it did in a big way.
"Magnifique my little dumpling." I nearly screamed. Eva came over and we both checked it then congratulated Marko on his awesome skills.
Zena was over the moon and that big smile was a permanent fixture on her face.
"Come on I'll walk you up to see Luca. He's got to see this one. He might even take you out for coffee if you're nice to him."
"My husband loves me Mr. Adam because I'm good in bed. Now do I look seductive enough he may want to do me on his desk?" I giggled at her attempt to get one more laugh out of everyone. I grabbed her arm and will drop her off because I needed to see the commander and be reassured that Kasey will be safe over there.
I smiled as Luca's face lit up when he saw Zena. She winked at me. I then caught the lift to the top floor. After saying hello to Shannon, who I hadn't seen for a while I was allowed into Keith's office.
"He told you!"
"Yes, I suppose he was a little over-excited."
"Well, I know why you're here and I can reassure you where he's going there aren't any hot spots. In the hills, yes. The resistance is still fighting but they are miles away from the city. And of course, there are around two thousand troops stationed there. If Kasey does his job and doesn't get involved with local politics, he will be just fine."
"Okay, I just needed to hear it from someone else, that's all."
"You're understandably worried Adam, and I would be too, it's not the kind of place you can walk around on your own. But Kase will have escorts to and from his office and in the court buildings."
"What is the case he will be working on all about?" He took his time to tell me, I think he was trying to decide whether I could cope with it or not.
"Children were kidnapped and guns were placed in their hands by a particular group of fighters. They are the ones on trial. The leader's trial is what Kasey will be working on. It's going to be hard to prove because the kids have been brainwashed and they don't want to testify against him. They see him as their father and family."
"You would think they would be happy to be free of all that death and destruction."
"Not the case. Sure some are happy but some still aren't. It will be Kasey's job to interview them and try and get them all to testify. I believe he has a knack with kids." He smiled.
"He and Billy are joined at the hip when they get together. Yes, Kase is very good with kids."
"Well, they found seven young children and I believe dozens more were killed or captured but these seven are shell shocked, and Adam, abused in terrible ways. From what I heard some are required to do more than cook, fight, and kill. They were forced into child prostitution." My heart went out to those poor mites, with no fault of their own were being sexually abused by these mongrels. I tried not to think about it but it did place a gloom over me.
"Thank you. I don't know how Kasey will react to their stories, but I do know he will be with them one hundred percent."
I shook Keith's hand and he promised he and Tim would come for dinner one night. Then I went to knock on Major Lance Casey's door.
"Come in." I heard his deep voice. I opened the door and Kasey was sitting behind his desk looking at four computer monitors all showing different sites. I leaned over and kissed his neck.
"You should place the monitors facing the door I could have been anyone sneaking up on you."
"My workmates wouldn't knock so softly or kiss my neck so gently. I knew it was you even before you knocked. I know the sound of those leather boots so well the heels give you away." He smiled.
"Sound travels." I smiled.
"Yes it does. Did you go see Keith?"
"Yes, I was just looking for some reassurance."
"Did you get it?"
"Yes, Kasey, I'm more settled now."
"Good." He leaned over the desk and kissed me while he rubbed my arms.
"Are you going to cope with it all?"
"Yes Adam with an A, I have been reading about them just now. The lawyers have sent me the transcripts of this particular case which has been in progress for two months now. They think my fresher eyes might pick up on something to give them the edge to stick it to the leader of the band that kidnapped them."
"And have you?"
"Yes, bits and pieces of testimony don't add up, I am about to email them and tell them they need to put two witnesses back on the stand to get clarity."
"Good, do you still have to go?" His head dropped.
"Yes Adam, I want to go. The more I read the more I want to hang these bastards."
"Okay, what time are you finishing?"
"Soon, I will pick you up. Do you want to go out for dinner?"
"Yes, I think it's wise to have people around us at the moment otherwise we will sit around moping."
He stood me up and started kissing me deeply, I could smell all that was good inside my Kasey and taste his essence in his every breath. I didn't want to make love on his desk; it would mess up his paperwork, his loss.
I went back to work and did two more clients. By the time I finished Kasey was sitting in the tea room talking to Tim and Eva. I think he was telling them what he would be doing overseas.
We walked around the back of the buildings and found a nice little restaurant which wasn't too busy. Kasey took his time to read the menu. He kept looking at me as if I had something on my face. I decided what I was going to eat and called the waiter over and ordered drinks. Then I looked at him. "What are you having babe?"
"Lamb shanks."
"I'll have the same. Can we have two orders of lamb shanks please?" He told the waiter who only had eyes for my man.
"Coming up sir."
"Good."
He sort of smiled at me so I suppose he was trying to decide which one of us he wanted to bed the most. Well, I have news for him.
In his uniform he attracts that kind of attention everywhere we go. But he's a wake up to it and doesn't see himself as a sex symbol.
He played with his drink when it arrived then he asked the all-important question.
"Are you worried Adam?"
"Yes I am, more than you will ever know."
"Well don't be, its safe over there now, nothing's going to happen and look on the bright side. If I go overseas I will be much closer to getting my diploma."
"I know Kase, it's just that I hear awful stories, when dad was over there I nearly wet myself every time I thought about him. He's done several stints and, going on what I was feeling, mum would have felt ten times worse but she never talked about it with me."
"Well he earned his stripes Adam. He rescued all those men from certain death on his own and he released two hundred prisoners who had been held for six months. His record is very impressive there's a lot about your father that even you don't know."
"How do you know all that?"
"I have top security passwords, his record was the first I read although there are a few closed top secret files I can't get into. I get the impression he's done a lot more than we know about."
"That's good. I often wondered why he advanced so quickly, maybe he was doing some spy work. You're not going to do that are you? I mean, is there something else you're not telling me?"
"No baby. It's just, this legal case. I will be reading transcripts right up until I get there."
"Good." Our meal had arrived and it smelt delicious. We tucked in not wanting to say much else to each other.
Another drink and a few words of encouragement and I was almost happy again but that feeling of dread hovered over me and I have to ring mum and find out how she coped. I know I'm being silly but I know Kasey very well. If there is any trouble, he will be in the thick of it. Scared or not, he will be involved.
We walked home and did some window shopping on the way. I spotted a pair of blue suede boots I had to have. I wasn't in the mood for shopping but I had to at least try them on.
Kasey smiled as I slipped my feet into them; they weren't cheap but they did look awesome. He started looking at shirts and knitwear. He picked up a nice sweater and threw it on. It was just the right fit and it sculptured itself to his body like liquid oil. I made him take his shirt off and just put the blue sweater back on. It was an even better fit when he did that. I had to have it for him, if not for the practicability, for sheer sexiness.
We bought the two items. Again, with our bags in hand we started home once more. It was a long walk because we had to sit down by the river a few times and hold hands. It was early evening and people were rushing everywhere. I felt he was stalling.
"This is nice Kase."
"It is, my Adam with an A. Should we stay here for a while, or go home?"
"I was thinking it will be dark soon and that clump of trees over there will hide our naked bodies."
He blushed because he knew what I was suggesting.
"Let's go home instead. I want to be comfortable in our bed when we make love."
"Good, we are both on the same page."
I checked the letterbox when we arrived back and John, the concierge, came out with a package and handed it to Kasey.
"This was delivered about two hours ago. I promised to hand it to you as soon as possible."
"Thank you John, it must be more work stuff." We said our goodnights and went upstairs. He placed the package on the table. Then he was all mine for the next hour. When the urgency of lovemaking was over, I ran a bath and Kasey went to open his envelope; it was full of paperwork.
He slipped into the hot bath with me. No signs of any more sex tonight, just a lot of fondling with our feet and, once again, Kase had his nose stuck in the paperwork; he had started reading it.
We dried and put our bathrobes on then he sat at the table while I rang mum.
"But how did you cope mum? I know I'm being silly but I need to know how you coped. Dad's stints were worse than what Kasey has to do, but I'm still worried."
"Son, I understand. John was away a lot when you were young and it drove me crazy. I got used to it and kept myself busy. I did a lot of cooking classes. I even did a floristry course at the local further education school. I'm qualified to do many things, but most importantly I kept my brain busy. Sure, I had my private moments, but rest assured dad wouldn't have suggested it if he didn't think Kasey would be safe and he is the best man for the job, so I have heard."
"Well I will still worry about him mum. I don't want him to go anywhere, it will drive me insane."
"Welcome to my world son."
"Sorry mum, I'm dredging up old memories for you and I should be more adult about it. I will find something to do while he's away I suppose."
`"Take a few days off and come and hang with Billy and me, there's plenty we can do in this area. Or you could book a trip overseas. You have always wanted to go to Italy."
"I might do that mum. It's just my old demons are back and if I allow Kase to go he may not come back."
"Believe me son he will. And also keep in mind if he pulls this off, he may be required to go again with something else. His career is only just taking off."
My stomach turned and I was back to square one. I could hear Billy in the background wanting to talk, so I thanked her then started talking to Bill about all sorts of things. His pre-school was a blast and he now had plenty of friends. By the time he finished I knew all their names but I hadn't met any of them.
He always makes me laugh and puts me in a good mood. I would love to have a kid just like him, he was awesome. I couldn't wait to go and stay at home. Maybe I will stay for a week. Then I can hang with my brother more and mum might give me floristry lessons.
After I hung up I went to make us a coffee. Kasey was hard at work reading as I sat with him. I took a couple of pieces of paper and started reading them. His hand reached over and he stopped me.
"Not for your eyes my Adam with an A, please don't read them." I looked up at him, his eyes were red. I got the message and placed the paperwork gently back where I found it. If it's enough to get him upset it will certainly do my brain in.
"Do you mind if I watch a little TV?"
"No, of course not. Can you take your bathrobe off for me?"
I made the coffee and placed some of Nona's biscuits out and turned the TV on. I wasn't in the mood for sex but I complied by taking my robe off and sprawled out on the sofa.
I watched the late news then I subconsciously played with my pubes. I think I need to trim again; they are getting thicker.
He was in his little world so I finally gave up and went to bed. I didn't hear him come in and I know it must have been late because the stack of paperwork was half done when I got up in the morning.
The sunshine was out early and it's going to be one of those hot dry days again, although it's still cool at night time. I might go all out today and wear my black tank top and some cool shorts or something to work. I don't do that often but the look seems to get a few stares. The shorts are stretchy and tight-fitting and quite short. I showered and was coming out of the bathroom when Kasey woke. He made me lay on the bed with him for a cuddle and then he pushed my head down his body. I slurped away like there was no tomorrow and I hope I made him feel a bit better.
"Did you get much done?" "Yes, I'm halfway through and I have pages of notes with questions that need to be answered."
"Can you tell whether the guys will be convicted?" "They will be convicted all right. It's the sentencing the other lawyers are worried about. We have to try and convince the jury a life sentence is far too lenient."
"Really?"
"It's bad Adam real bad."
"I often wonder if life in jail would be more like a death sentence, like a living hell."
"They don't see it that way. They have mates in Jail and they occupy their time by exploiting the younger guys and smuggling drugs in. It's a whole different world in there."
"I see... try not to sit here all day Kase; are you going into the office?"
"No, everything I need for this case is right here. I will go for a walk later just message me what you want for lunch."
"I will."
I finished my toast washed up then went to dress. I found a blue t-shirt and my black shorts then rolled my socks down and put my new boots on. I did look like a hooker but a very high class one.
When I came out Kasey did a double-take. He shook his head and said, "Go and change into your jeans."
No reason why... just orders again. I looked in the mirror and he was right it was a little over the top. I changed into black stovepipes and felt a little more awesome... like I was back to being me.
"That's better; don't do that again."
"Sorry, Kasey," I blushed.
He attacked me a few seconds later. I guess he couldn't hold off any longer.
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