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What Happened in Parts 25-26.
Peter went on a hiking trip to the mountains where he got to know Paul. Michael faced up to all his problems and confided in Peter.
AUTHOR'S NOTE. Readers are warned that the whole household of friend's weather a particularly nasty encounter in the latter section of Part 27. It was written to show how much Michael has recovered. I suggest you skip to the start of Part 28 when you encounter this if you don't like bad things happening.
Part Twentyseven.
Peter grinned as he watched Michael's spirits rise.
Peter! I'm getting excited. I'm not a robot boy anymore. I can do what real boys do.
When they got home lots of things were happening. Michael raced in and the first person he saw was Sam. He gave him a big hug and told him he was wonderful before going to his room to get ready to see the doctor.
Boy! Peter! He looks happy.
He is Sam and he'll probably tell you about it soon.
Brian appeared then and showed Peter how he was setting up the garage.
It's great having the extra space Peter! I don't have to pack everything up each time I've used it, which saves so much time. I think I'll have to find someone to help me if I get any more contracts. We want Anthony to keep helping you with the building because that's what his skills are and he so keen about it.
Why don't you see if Paul would be able to help? I don't think he's going to school, at least for the rest of the year, and he'd at least be learning something.
I think he'd be good. He and Jeremy helped me set everything up.
When Peter checked his mail he found a letter from the architect saying all his plans were ready so he made a phone call and arranged for a meeting the next day to collect them. He rang Anthony at his work and they organized for him to go along as well, for any special discussion or change in ideas. Jeremy and Paul were in their room. Jeremy was doing something with his electronic stuff, and Paul was playing with the computer which Andrew had set up for him. Sam drove Michael to the doctor in Peter's van and Peter started some overdue preparation for College. Sometime after five Peter heard his van pull in and then Michael came rushing up.
Peter! Dr. Wells says I have to keep seeing him for a while yet but it's only routine. He thinks I won't have any more problems and he wants to see you in a couple of weeks. You must have got something mixed up though, because he says you were the miracle that came along and helped me get better.
Peter got a big hug and a quick grope.
Hey! You'll have to cut that out for a while now.
No Peter! Dr. Wells said that it's very, very important that my body isn't allowed to go back to its old pattern. He wants you to make sure I get hard and have an orgasm every night for the next five weeks. It some stuff about retraining my brain synapses, but I think it's good news. Can you come down at about 10 PM?
Well! If Dr. Wells says so.
Peter got another hug and another grope. At the door Michael gave a big grin.
I made all that up but I got you didn't I?
Monster!
Steps on the stairs a few minutes later were made by Sam, and Peter rushed to him when he saw the look on his face.
Sam?
I'm all right Peter, but Michael got me to stop the van on the way home, and he told me his story. I think I'll have nightmares tonight and it's really shaken me up. If he hadn't been so happy I don't know how I would have coped.
Think of how precious this happiness is for him and don't think of the other because it's gone. Hey! We're two softies aren't we? Guess what he did just before you came up?
What?
He had a story about the doctor's orders and nearly tricked me into having sex with him till his birthday.
Sam laughed.
It looks like he'll keep us on our toes.
Well what do you think if we play a few tricks back?
Nasty! Peter! But I know he'll love it in the end. Go on!
He fancies you Sam, so why don't you set up a couple of sessions for him to take photos of you nude. You could say you were working on some of the exhibition set but the lighting wasn't quite right. I was hoping we could get a special picture him of him with an erection ready as a surprise for his birthday night.
That will be easy Peter because we were always swapping to see what the lighting looked like. That's how the ones of me with an erection turned up.
Sam! Touching him on his thighs has a special effect. Do you think you could organize a massage for him the weekend after his birthday?
Peter! Of course I could! But are you sure?
Sam! It will be special for him for the rest of his life the same as it is for me.
Sam was cheered up with these dark deeds to plan and Peter went back to work. Andrew was next to arrive home, and from his window Peter could see him carrying Michael piggyback here and there till they went into the bungalow. For half an hour there was the sound of the piano and Michael singing and then it was quiet. It was a bit after 7 PM and everyone was having tea when Pete arrived. Michael attacked him and wrestled him to the floor and started bouncing up and down on him. Pete looked up at Peter and said.
Honey! I come home from a hard day at the office and you let the kids loose on me like this?
Michael was soon tipped off and it was his turn to be bounced on.
Mommy! How can you stand there with all this child abuse going on?
When they stood up Pete got the last word in.
You'll have to lock the chocolate and cordial away dear. This child of yours is definitely hyperactive.
Well! Nearly the last word.
When Pete got back from freshening up, Michael was innocently drinking some raspberry cordial through a straw and holding a piece of chocolate in his hand. While he was having his tea Pete kept everyone laughing with his stories about his modelling for the past few days.
You're not missing much Michael and Sam, when you said no. They treat you like one of those mannequin things in the shops. Yesterday they had me modelling underwear and guess what? I had a hairdresser just for my pubes. I got a boner as soon as she started to trim me. She just said nice, and went on, but this young guy who was assistant something or other had to move it whenever she said. He must have felt like he was playing with a computer joystick because it was up, down, left, right and lift those testes please.
They didn't really trim you did day?
It's all true Michael! Look!
Pete undid the top of his jeans enough for everyone to see.
Pete! They've shaved you too?
Yes! But you should have seen when they tried the underwear on me. If they thought I was too big they'd spray this freezing cold air on me till I shrank and then for something else they'd say I was too small and they had clip on bits to make me look bigger. And my poor old balls. They mustn't look too sexy and then it was worse not to look sexy. Move that left one over a bit, and make the right one standout so it catches the highlight. They even had little clip things to hold them in place.
Can they do all that?
You have to sign this consent form thing for them. I don't really mind because they pay for it, and I'll end up with over five and half thousand dollars for this week. They must like me because they want me to do a lot more work, but two weeks in the Christmas holidays will be enough. I don't know what's going to happen on Saturday though, because I have to do swimwear then.
Michael started laughing.
If they have any of those thong things they'll probably shave your backside.
Thanks for the thought Michael. If they do I'll shove it in your face when I get home.
Oh yeah! I'll have my camera ready then, and we'll hang the picture up for everyone to throw darts at.
Michael went off with Pete when they finished their tea and Peter had a talk first with Anthony about the house plans and then with Jeremy to see if he could work on Friday and Saturday for some portraits. After going for a run he dropped in to see Andrew, who was playing his piano. Andrew nodded and stopped when he saw it was Peter.
I hear you've been helping people again Peter. Michael told me his story and I've been playing my feelings out for a while.
Peter stayed with Andrew for over an hour because he had many things he wanted to talk about. First they discussed Michael's situation and then Peter described how Paul had helped him while they were on the hike but finally he got round to what was really on his mind.
Andrew! You've helped me so much already but I'm not feeling very good about myself at the moment. When I look at the way I handled this blackmailing stuff I think I was pretty weak. If you hadn't come along I don't know what would have happened to me.
Peter! I'm not going to judge you, if that's what you're looking for. I've known the worst fiends who've sacrificed their freedom for an act of kindness to a stranger and people with consciences who live with shame for an action that most of us wouldn't even think about. It's too easy to black and white things. We could say that you should never give in to blackmail but what would have happened to Michael in that case? If you'd gone to the police and he'd been caught, as he surely would, then he might never have recovered. You're a saint to the doctor and Michael's friends because you consented to his blackmail and helped him, and you're a sinner to the world because you consented to the blackmail of the bad guys. Think of the doctor's comment about your superhero mode. Maybe that was a mistake you made in not trusting and seeking help from your friends here at the house, but once again I'm not judging you. You're my friend because of who you are, not because of some mistake you might make. You can judge yourself if you like, but please be compassionate if you do.
Peter knew that he would have to think hard and have more talks with Andrew. When he left the bungalow he went up for his shower. He'd just finished drying himself when a very angry Pete came up.
Peter! They should be killed.
Hey! It's two years ago now.
But I feel like I should do something.
Well I think you'll have to because I'm sure you'll be the prime target.
What?
Peter explained how Michael had tricked him and Pete's sense of humor took over and finally there was a grin.
If you decide to moon him on Saturday night Pete, I think he'll have that camera ready.
Peter went down to say goodnight to Michael before going to bed. In the morning Peter and Anthony went to get the plans.
They gave me the whole morning off Peter. I get treated like a king ever since Andrew's visit.
Anthony talked for nearly two hours with the architect about all sorts of ideas and ways of doing things and they took their working set of plans home with them. On the way back to his work Anthony explained how he was planning to go ahead.
If we finish Andrew's part and the big garage first, we'll have storage space for when we start the main section.
When Peter arrived home after dropping Anthony, he was met by a delegation of Jeremy, Michael and Paul who said they wanted to go for a swim.
Peter! It's almost two weeks since we've been to the pool. We'll all be flapping around the way Paul does it we don't get some practice.
There was a great splatter of protest at this.
Michael! I'm not that bad! I like swimming and I'm fairly fit! I bet I wouldn't be that far behind you if we had a race.
Paul! I'd be halfway down the pool by the time you came up from jumping in, and then those floppy the old speedos that you got from Pete will slow you down even more. Look! You can have my speedos that I used to wear when I first started. They will fit you much better.
The race was organised there and then and of course they had to get to the pool as soon as possible. Peter grabbed a quick bite for lunch and they headed off. He was slightly puzzled because Michael had always, without exception, worn his special speedos whenever they were swimming together, but it turned out that with his muscles building up and his growth over the last six months he had to get another pair about half a size biggerand he'd kept the same style and color. Paul put the old pair on and then turned bright red when he saw everyone looking at him. Michael laughed.
Wow! They really suit you! You'd better keep a close eye on him Jeremy, because everyone else will.
Jeremy was looking gobsmacked and didn't say anything as he headed quickly for the pool.
My God! I can't go out looking like this!
Michael grabbed his arm.
Come on! If we go out together everyone will think we're twins or something. We'll need a couple of warmup laps before we have this race.
When they were ready Peter and Jeremy were the officials and Peter gave Paul a 15 metre head start. When he saw how far that was Jeremy said it was too much.
I know he's faster but you must think I'm a tortoise!
Peter insisted because he wanted to push Michael a bit even though he knew Paul still didn't have a chance. Sure enough Michael flashed through the water and ended up almost five metres ahead as it was. After gasping in great lung falls of the air when he finished, Paul looked at Michael in astonishment.
I'm sorry Michael! I didn't know you were some kind of super fish. No wonder you're on the swimming team. I really am a tortoise aren't I? How did you get so fast?
Michael looked at Peter with one of his special smiles. I've got the best swimming coach in the world! That's why! If you want to see someone really fast, just watch him.
Michael went over to Jeremy and spoke quietly to him. After a moment Jeremy smiled and nodded and Michael came back.
Okay Paul! You have to pay up for losing the race!
What? We never said anything like that!
Are you going to wimp out? Jeremy thinks it's fair enough!
Paul was learning very quickly about the games that were played by his new friends so he laughed.
Okay! It's serves me right for opening my big mouth! What do I have to do?
Those speedos are yours now and you have to wear them whenever you go swimming with us.
Paul looked at Jeremy with a big grin on his face.
You wait till tonight Jeremy! I know why you want me to wear them. Alright! I will but you three have to have a race now to show me how fast Peter is.
That was easy because they raced each other all the time. Peter won by nearly three metres and then Michael was almost a body length ahead of Jeremy. Paul was quite excited by all. He was amazed at Peter's speed but he couldn't get over how good Jeremy was either.
Jeremy! You just said you were in the swimming team. You never told me how good you were.
Jeremy looked at Peter.
Do you think Paul could be a good swimmer Peter?
Well! I don't think he will ever be quite as good as you or Michael, but if we fixed up his crazy windmill style he wouldn't be too bad. Would you like to get better Paul?
Paul might have been embarrassed about wearing the brief speedos, but there was no embarrassment in the spontaneous hug he gave Peter. Peter spent the next half hour with Paul who was a bit surprised that he had to go through all the basic survival techniques first.
Wow! I thought I knew that kind of stuff but I didn't did I? When will we start on proper swimming?
Paul! That is proper swimming! It's the most important of all. Going fast is a matter of training and skills, but this stuff could save your life or someone else's.
Michael happened to be there and he was nodding his head.
I'll tell you a story about that later Paul. Peter won't, and I don't think Jeremy knows it properly.
When they were in the van, Michael and Paul informed Peter and Jeremy that they would have extra company when they went off for the photo work, and by the time they reached home they decided to leave as soon as they could get ready. Jeremy drove with his learner plates, which meant Peter had to sit next to him. Paul and Michael were in the back and full of energy. Michael was calling Paul a tortoise and Paul responded by calling him a fish. For almost the whole trip there was laughter and rolling eyes as they carried on with the most inane conversation about each other's eating habits, love life and anything else they thought of.
Hey Paul! Do you ever finish eating a pizza before it goes mouldy?
Michael? How do you eat a bowl of soup when you live in a fish tank, and what about when Peter wants fish and chips? Cannibalism! That's what I call it.
Paul! How come it takes you 14 days to get through a week?
When they got to Geelong Peter made the fatal mistake of asking what everyone wanted for tea.
Pizzas! Was the yell.
No! Make it fish and chips!
They ended up having Chinese. The next stop was at a supermarket for some suppliers and then it was on to the surf club. They unpacked what they needed, then Peter had to go for a walk down to the beach for 15 minutes.
I have to Michael! It makes me feel connected up to the ocean or something.
Back in the clubhouse Peter made some hot drinks. The others went to set up the mattresses but all Peter could hear was lots of thumping and laughter and then cries for help from Michael. When he went in, Michael was being held down by Jeremy, and Paul was sitting on his stomach.
Peter! Help! They're ganging up on me!
What do you expect! You can't call Paul a tortoise and then say that Jeremy is his turtle without something happening to you.
But they're tickling me and Jeremy is too strong!
I don't believe you! They wouldn't do something that awful I'm sure!
Peter walked up and whispered in Paul's ear. Paul laughed and pulled Michael's shirt up then started to tickle him in his bellybutton. Michael gasped and squirmed but couldn't escape.
Peter you traitor! Giving away my secrets to a couple of tortoises too.
The tortoises weren't too slow to respond to that and Peter watched for a moment as Michael laughed and wiggled.
Do you need some help Michael?
Yes! Quick before I wet myself!
Peter joined in the tickling with many protests from Michael, then by a funny accident bumped Jeremy so that Michael could escape. The tangled mass of bodies descended on Peter next and his heart leapt at the signs of happiness on Michael's face. After a quick shower they all went to bed. Michael snuggled close to Peter just like old times, except they both knew it wasn't. They talked softly for a while then suddenly Michael pulled Peter into a big hug, gave him a kiss, and whispered that he loved him. Peter hugged back strongly and then they let each other go. Peter lay quietly thinking with a smile in his heart before he drifted off to sleep.
In the morning they left early because of the distance they had to travel. Peter had changed his plans quite a bit, with an extra day, and two extra people to consider. They drove to the southernmost point on the Australian mainland, to a place called Cape Otway. In the morning they went to an old lighthouse which had been opened for the public and listened to stories of shipwrecks and people told by the guide. In the afternoon they followed a trail along the clifftops for four or five kilometres, then scrambled down to the beach and backtracked, searching for a feature called Rainbow Falls. They found the falls easily and were discussing how they'd got their name when there was a shout from Michael who'd moved ahead.
Wow! Look at that!
Everyone stood transfixed at the sight of a rainbow, formed by the low winter sun, in the spray bouncing off the rocks. In the evening they set up camp beside a bush road a couple of kilometres from the lighthouse. At this time of the year it was dark by 5:30 p.m. so they lit a campfire and cooked their tea. They talked for awhile and then Peter decided to go for a walk because it was too early to go to bed. Paul was amazed.
Peter! We can't go for a walk now! It's dark and we won't be able to see.
Peter laughed at him.
City kid! Look at the moon and the starlight! As soon as we are away from the fire-light our eyes will adjust.
They started out along the sandy track and Paul was even more amazed as his nightvision grew.
I don't believe it! It's like magic! Everything is kind of silver and glowing. Look! You can even see the leaves glistening.
He kept stopping to stare at different things and his enchantment communicated itself to the others. Michael started up next.
Paul! It's because you're with Peter. He makes special things happen.
After a few hundred metres they came to a gate with a sign.
Wow! I can read it as clear as anything! Crayfish Bay one kilometre! Will we go down there?
There was no question as far as Peter was concerned because one kilometre would only take 15 or 20 minutes at the most. After another 300 metres they came out of the trees, and as the track passed through grassland, heath, and waist high coastal scrub, they could hear the sound of the ocean carried through the clear night air. They reached the clifftops and gazed silently at the sight of the white foam breaking against the rocks in the moonlight, each one wrapped in his own thoughts but sharing the company of the others. Paul broke the silence.
Peter! That is so beautiful it makes me feel strange.
He moved to Jeremy and slipped his arm round his waist.
Just as they were approaching the campsite on the way back there was a ferocious grunting sound from the nearby trees and Paul was totally alarmed.
My God! That sends awful! What is it?
Peter laughed and was about to explain when Michael took over.
Quick everyone! Move close together. Peter! We camped in the Yowie territory. We'd better get back to the tent as quickly as we can.
They walked close together with a very worried Paul.
What are they? I've never heard of them!
Their other name is drop-bears and they catch their prey by dropping on them in the night. They couldn't kill a human, but they have powerful claws which could give you a nasty scratch. Everyone make sure you have a leak so you don't have to get up by yourself in the night. They're most likely to drop on solitary creatures.
They arranged all the bedding in the tent and just as they were getting undressed the ferocious grunting sound came again, and this time it lasted for almost 30 seconds and rose in volume till it suddenly cut off.
How many of them are there out there? That was in a different direction to the first one.
Don't worry about it Paul! We're all right in the tent and it's completely safe once it gets daylight.
They talked for awhile about the day's events and soon everyone was asleep. In the morning they were up as soon as it was light, had a breakfast of fruit and toasted muesli, and packed everything in the van. Peter took a few minutes to search the trees nearby then grabbed Paul.
Hey! Paul! If you come quietly I'll show you one of those yowies. Are you game?
He grinned at the expression on Paul's face.
Don't look so worried! It's sound asleep and won't take great chunks out of you in the daylight.
They walked about 15 metres and Peter pointed up in a tree. Paul's eyes followed the direction of Peter's arm and he stared in disbelief.
Peter! Is that what was making those scary noises all night?
Yes! They don't look very dangerous in the daylight do they?
Wow! Can we get a photo? That's the first time I've seen one naturally like this.
About four metres above them was a very healthy specimen of phascolarctos cinereus, commonly known as a koala.
And I spent all night worrying because of Michael's story. I never even knew that koalas made a noise.
Michael and Jeremy arrived with big grins spread over their faces to have a look as well. Fifteen minutes of searching turned up three more koalas in the trees quite close to their camp. They set off and had nearly reached the start of the sandy track when Paul yelled out excitedly.
Look! It's a kangaroo!
It was really a Wallaby but that didn't spoil his excitement at all. Their next stop was a place called Johanna. Peter knew it from several visits in warmer times of the year and it had the reputation of being one of the wildest surfing beaches in southern Victoria. They stood at a lookout and Peter pointed to a rocky headland about two kilometres away which he wanted to explore.
It's called Rotten Point on the map and you can see the foam breaking on the rocks from here. It looks like there are cliffs from there on, so it could be interesting.
It was a beautiful day with crisp air and a mild winter sun. They all took day packs to carry the cameras, their lunches, and light waterproof coats in case the weather changed later on. They set off along the sandy beach and hadn't gone far when Michael's roving eye caught a glimpse of something in the water.
Peter! I think I saw a shark.
Everyone stared at him and then there were four pairs of eyes glued to the area he was looking. Peter and Paul saw something dark next and then Jeremy did as well.
It was only for an instant but I didn't see a fin.
There was nothing for a while then they all yelled as they saw it clearly.
What was it Peter?
I'm fairly certain it was a seal.
They had one more glimpse and then nothing so they started moving on. After five minutes Michael saw it again and then every couple of minutes someone would catch a fleeting glimpse. After ten minutes Michael said it was following them.
I don't think so Michael! It will be just a coincidence.
They came to a small river running across the sand and had to take their shoes off to wade through the freezing water. They saw the seal again and this time it was much closer.
Michael was the excited one now.
Peter! It must be following is! It's nearly 20 minutes.
They kept seeing it and realised that gradually it was getting closer and closer. Peter stopped and stared in astonishment as the seal shot towards them in the swell of a small onshore wave. It was body surfing just under the surface of the wave, then headed to the deeper water and disappeared only to come back a minute later. This time it kept coming and they watched it racing sideways in the swell of the wave. Suddenly there was a flash of silver as a small fish leapt into the air, and a flurry of movement as the seal flipped its body in a sharp reversal of direction in pursuit of the fish. Everyone watched till it disappeared again, then looked at each other.
See what I mean Paul! Magic things happen when you're with Peter.
For another 10 minutes they walked, and the seal kept coming into view the whole time, though never quite as close again. It wasn't till they reached the rocky point that it disappeared.
Don't you try to tell me that's a coincidence Peter! That's nearly 40 minutes it's travelled with us and we're about a kilometre and a half from where we first met it.
Peter wasn't going to argue with that.
I think it was curious Michael and when it came really close it was having a good look at us.
They kept talking about it for awhile. Peter couldn't get over the fact that it had come to about six metres from them, in water that was almost shallow enough to strand it.
Their focus changed now because the sandy beach finished and they had to make their way over rocks, which sloped steeply down to the water, till they reached the Point with great buttresses of rock jutting into the ocean. They stayed nearly an hour, taking photos and staring at the giant walls of foam thrown up when the waves broke directly against the rocks. Peter started exploring, looking for a way round the point and after some tricky climbing on the rock faces they made their way with some relief. Paul was astonished again.
Boy that was exciting! My heart was pounding on that steep part.
Hah! You wait till we take you abseiling! Then your heart will really pound.
They picked their way along the rocks to a small cove with a rocky beach and then to a flat rock platform running back to overhanging cliffs. Michael's keen eye spotted something again and he went to investigate. Up close they could see that metal bars and concrete had been used to block off a section cut back into the rocks, and on a metal plaque was an inscription explaining that this was a site where dinosaur fossils had been excavated.
See Paul!
First we have a close encounter with a seal and now it's dinosaurs. Who knows what will be round the next corner!
The couldn't get round the corner because of the sheer cliffs, but they did explore a giant vaulted cave where a section of the cliff had collapsed away. Peter was getting more and more excited and his camera was working overtime. This was a section of the coastline that he'd never seen before and was perfect for his wilderness backgrounds.
We've run out of time but we're coming back tomorrow. We have to explore this more.
They got back to the car with half an hour of daylight to spare and quickly set up the tent. The couldn't have a campfire here because it was a National Park camping area, but luckily there was plenty of food that didn't need to be cooked. When they finished eating Peter grabbed a groundsheet out of the van and told everyone to bring their sleeping bags.
Come on! We're going moon baking on the beach!
Everyone agreed that he was totally mad, but of course they weren't going to miss out. It was another clear night with the moon casting its spell on the beach and the waves, and for nearly two and hours they huddled together, four close warm bodies with cold faces, drinking in the sights and sounds of the ocean and the sky above. A couple of shooting stars lived their short lives and Peter pointed out some satellites as they went gliding through the sky. Michael was usually the one full of questions and he was no different tonight, but everything changes, and Peter noticed how much he had the answers as well, for many of Paul's queries. They talked of many things and for some reason there was none of the usual stirring. It was a kind of gentle and intimate conversation with four spirits sharing their thoughts. When they went back it was still quite early but without a campfire the only place to keep warm was in the tent and under their sleeping bags, which were joined like a number of doonas. Everyone seemed to come to life and Peter saw another side of Paul when he took over a bit.
Hey! Michael! Are you greedy?
This was an unusual question and Peter could hear the puzzlement when Michael answered.
Why?
Well you've been cuddled up to Peter for the last couple of hours hanging on to him for the last two days and I wondered if you would share him with me? I like him too you know!
I guess so! But what about Jeremy?
He's a shy old thing and needs to know other people more. You like him enough to give him a cuddle don't you?
Peter could hear the smile in Michael's voice as he agreed. Paul whispered in Michael's ear for a moment so Peter instantly knew that something was going on. Watch them Jeremy! They're up to something.
Michael and Paul wriggled past each other and in the next instant Paul was lying on top of Peter and giving him a big hug. This was rather disconcerting as Paul was completely nude and Peter's body started responding instantly.
Come on Peter! You have to hug me back or it's not proper sharing. Michael? Is Jeremy giving you a proper hug?
I think you're right about him being shy Paul, but I'm not moving till he does. How long will we make this first hug?
I think five minutes will be about right. Hey! Michael! I think Peter might be deserting you!
Peter felt Paul's hand checking him out.
Yes! He likes me a lot!
He's hard as a rock.
Well! You've got troubles too Paul, because Jeremy's the same! Gosh! It must just about reach his chin!
Peter let Paul finish the hug and then he tipped him off.
Yikes! Michael! Peter's getting rough! He's just tipped me off! I'm going to grab a kiss before he gets worse. How long can I kiss you for Peter?
One minute!
One! Is that all? Can't we make it ten?
Two minutes!
Paul heard the finality in Peter's voice and started his kiss straightaway. He made the most of it and Peter was startled at how direct he was.
Wow Michael! Peter's nearly as good as Jeremy. I think we'd better just cuddle now though because I can sense a rebellion coming on.
Peter was relaxed about that and for the next ten minutes he and Jeremy listened while all their physical attributes were discussed by Paul and Michael.
Peter's muscles are definitely much harder than Jeremy's and the stubble on his face is much thicker, but I don't think his nipples are as big but it's hard to tell in the dark.
Jeremy's got funny ears but his lips are beautiful and soft.
They had great laughs as they went into more intimate details. Peter was silently laughing at their antics but it was time to turn the tables.
Hey! Jeremy! Do you think Michael's still greedy? I think it's time I had a share of your time. Paul! You go and play games with Michael for a while. Hold hands or play cuddles or something.
He rolled Paul over, made a space for Jeremy, then pulled him on top in a big hug. For a while they just enjoyed the feel of their bodies close together, and then all of a sudden Peter let out a great exaggerated moan of ecstasy.
Oh! Jeremy! That is so fantastic! Keep moving like that!
Jeremy was startled for an instant but then joined in.
Peter! I can't stop myself! Oh God! I've never felt anything like this in my life.
Yes! Yes! Yes! You're such as stallion Jeremy! Squeeze me just a bit harder! You're driving me crazy!
Jeremy started gasping and moaning.
Oh Peter! Oh! Oh! Now I know what a real man feels like!
Let's forget those boys and have some real action!
What boys? I'm just here for you! Take me! Take me!
The silence from those boys ended and Peter and Jeremy were squished together as two bodies wiggled on top of them and started an attack of poking, tickling and various other personal indignities.
My God Jeremy! I think a pack of yowies just got in!
I don't think so Peter! It's more like a fish and tortoise attack!
Peter and Jeremy held each other tightly and fought off the efforts to pull them apart but a bit of serious tickling was too much for Peter to cope with. The situation turned to a general wrestle and muckabout and the ally of a couple of minutes ago would be ganging up to red chest you or tickle your feet. Gradually they quietened down and Michael nestled happily against Peter, and Peter, just as happy, wrapped his arms around him. When all was silent as they were travelling to the world of rest and sleep, an observer would have been taken by the smiles on all four faces.
Peter woke at about seven o'clock in the morning and lay thinking and enjoying Michael next to him, till it got light in about half an hour. He was anxious to look at his maps and get going. There was a track shown on his National Park map which appeared to end close to the Cove they'd found yesterday, and they were quickly on their way. It took nearly an hour of exploring to find a way down the cliffs to a new section of coastline. Peter was excited and everyone was amazed at the rugged and wild sight before them, waterwashed rocks and cliff faces with water swirling and crashing over barely submerged reefs. Paul had another new experience of several small beaches which had no sand. The cameras used up a great deal of their time, with Jeremy the main focus, and Peter could see that he would be returning here many times. On the way home in the van, with Jeremy driving again, Michael went into a singing mode and was stirring everyone, but mainly Paul, by singing songs and substituting in their names and changing some of the lyrics. When Michael taught Paul the words of a song that he'd enjoyed hearing, Peter watched and listened in delight at the way they were now close to each other. They reached Geelong at about 7 p.m. and Michael insisted on shouting everyone to a high-class smorgasbord meal.
Come on! It's back to the grindstone at college tomorrow and after Peter's aahm! Cold meals for the last two days it's time to spoil ourselves.
Peter could see the look on Paul's face when he saw the array of delicious food to choose from and realised with a jolt that it might very well be another new experience for him. After the final section of the trip home it was almost 10 p.m. and Peter headed upstairs for a shower and an early night. No sooner was he in bed than there were some sounds on the stairs and Paul appeared. Without even asking he slipped into bed with Peter and nestled up close.
I've come to say thank you Peter! Not just for the trip but for everything. I know it will sound funny, but I'm glad those guys blackmailed me because otherwise we wouldn't have met and I wouldn't be so happy. Now I know why Jeremy never stopped talking to me about the trips he's had with you, and I think Michael could be right with his magic theory. I'll never forget that silver moonlight.
Peter gave Paul a return hug and they talked softly for a quarter of an hour when Paul said he was leaving.
Guess where I'm going now Peter!
Well from the way you said it, it's not back to Jeremy, so my guess is it's to see Michael. Hmm! You're a bit clever aren't you? He doesn't know it yet but I'm going to stay with him all night. How do you feel about that? Peter gave a laugh.
You cheeky little rabbit! You can stop playing games with me because you know very well how I feel. Now! Here's a kiss that you can pass on for me. That will set him thinking.
As they were kissing he felt Paul reached down to check out his boner.
Night! Peter! I'll tell him about this too!
A couple of minutes after Paul left, Jeremy turned up and sat on Peter's bed.
Guess what Peter! I'm here to say thank you, and if you want me to, I'll stay the night.
Peter's heart jumped and he pulled him into the bed. Of all people in the house, quiet, sensitive Jeremy would be wondering most about his place in the new equation with Michael.
Hey! Jeremy! I've got this game I want you to play. Now! Put your hand on my chest! Good! It's stuck there with that special superglue. Do you remember the rules?
I'll never forget them Peter! Do we try the hug and kiss that went with them?
Jeremy! You're my brother and my lover and that's my promise. Now you great lummox! Come and be happy because nothing is changed between us.
Peter's early night changed to a late one and he didn't even notice.
On Monday afternoon there was great excitement because Pete took Andrew, Jeremy and Paul off to collect the new car. The car had been cared for so well that when it was cleaned up it looked like new. Paul said that Jeremy had been crying most of the way home, which showed how happy he was. After taking everyone for a drive to show off, which took two trips, he disappeared with Andrew, who'd promised to help him get his license.
College started and Peter caught up with William.
I found a place for you to stay William, but Pete said you'd already sorted things out.
Yes! I've got a deal with this guy who's helping me.
Do you still want to go ahead with the photo work?
I was hoping to hear from you in the holidays Peter, but you never seemed to be at home.
Well! It was a busy time. Could we start this weekend then, because there's not a lot of time left and we'll really have to get into it.
What time to you want me to be ready?
I like to leave straight after college and I'll have Jeremy and his friend Paul with me.
William looked put out.
Oh! Can we make it Saturday morning? I've got something else arranged for this Friday night. I'll keep it free after that though.
No worries! We'll try and leave by 6:30 AM on Saturday morning then.
William turned out to be an excellent model and worked enthusiastically at whatever Peter wanted. Jeremy and William went away with Peter for the next four or five weekends and Paul and Michael usually went with them as well.
Michael was a joy for everyone because he was so bursting with life.
Jeremy had excelled himself with his hard work and was on track to finish his two years of maths in one.
Andrew took Paul in hand because he was by himself when Jeremy was at college, and started showing him how to design web pages on the computer.
One night, three weeks after college had started again, everyone was sitting in the living area having a talk after their tea. Michael was out somewhere and Andrew was in his bungalow. Pete was stirring Jeremy about the strange noises coming from one of his new sound experiments and Brian was talking to Peter about a new catalog he'd just contracted for, when the door opened and Andrew walked in. He looked very quiet. Peter went to say something but saw Michael at the door behind him. Fear lanced through Peter as he took in the situation. Glinting in the light, was a knife blade being held at Michael's throat by the guy from the porn studio. Everyone went deathly quiet and still, as the porn man shuffled in with Michael.
Everyone sit on the floor and don't move!
No one argued with the knife at Michael's throat and the wild look on the guys face. Peter watched him check every body.
All nine are here.
So Bigballs, we meet again, and here's Paul too. We're going to have some fun tonight and it's all for your big friend here who wrecked my life. Do exactly what I say or Goldilocks here will have something sliced off, and if you move towards me he's dead. First get all your clothes off. Paul! You go down the driveway and find my carry bag, but don't take long.
Paul ran out and was back very quickly.
There's two bottles. Give everyone a red pill and a brown one. If they don't swallow I'll know in five minutes and we'll see what happens then.
You! Come over here.
He pointed to Brian and made him sit on a chair close to where he was standing with Michael.
Paul! Get some Velcro from the bag and tie him down so he can't move. Hands and feet!
Everyone realized that Brian was there as the backup hostage.
Right! Big boy! What your name?
Andrew!
Well Andrew! Put your hands behind your back, and Paul, tie them up well with Velcro.
Now everyone stand up and we'll see if you've taken your medicine.
Peter realized that the pills must be the same as what was in the orange juice last time, because he felt himself starting to stiffen. The porn man moved to Brian and made Michael take his clothes off too, and by then everyone had an erection.
Shit! That's the biggest cock I've ever seen.
Everyone looked at Andrew who stood quietly and didn't blink and eyelid.
Now Mr. Andrew! You wrecked my life by helping those worthless cocksuckers, so the first thing we'll do is make you into one of them.
Down on your knees! Start with Bigballs and suck every one of them off till they cum.
Peter went over to where Andrew was standing and felt his cock taken into Andrew's mouth. This was going to be quick because that same artificial lust he remembered had been building as the drug took effect. Peter felt his cock straining harder and harder and in moments his cum jetted into Andrew's mouth. Peter moved away and watched as Sam was directed next.
That was weak! Everyone of you make sure you show some life. I want those hips moving.
Peter saw the look of anguish on Sam's face as he did what he had to and pushed in and out of Andrew's mouth. Sam too, only lasted moments. Peter could see that everyone else was dribbling from their steel hard erections. He watched to see how his friends were coping. Paul and Anthony looked calm and controlled and Pete looked angry. Jeremy had a grim look on his face and Michael looked furious. Brian was the only one who looked afraid.
One by one they stepped over to Andrew then back to their places. When they were all finished the porn guy moved the knife to Brian's throat and sent Michael over.
Go on Blondie! You're not going to miss out.
Michael walked over and stood in front of Andrew. He spoke out in a clear and defiant voice.
Andrew! He's a selfish coward.
Michael! Calm down and do your job.
As Andrew spoke Peter saw a look pass between the two of them and then Michael nodded. When Michael had cum he was called back. The guy was not pleased with him.
Right tough guy! We'll start the next round with you.
Michael had to take a device out of the carry bag and smear some white cream on it. It had a heavy, bulky handle with a smooth metal rod projecting about six inches.
You'll press that green button and don't let go till I tell you. Right! Face me and shove that up yourself.
Michael was calm now and Peter found it hard to read any emotion on his face.
Come on! Press that button!
Peter watched as Michael's body quivered for nine or ten seconds before erupting with a stream of jism which sprayed all over Brian.
That'll do! Now you can do the same to the rest. But plenty of that cream on because I want them active, and stand them so that they spray over the big boy.
Peter stood forward so that he would be first. He watched quietly as Michael rubbed the cream on the gadget and then felt it slowly and carefully pushed inside him. When Michael turned it on Peter felt his insides go into a kind of spasm, which rapidly turned into involuntary ejaculations. It turned out the device was a stun rod for controlling animals. It's green setting was the lowest and sent an electric pulse twice every second through whatever it was touching. Soon after Peter had cum he realized that the cream was horrible stuff. It felt hot but most of all it caused an unbearable itch and he found himself moving to try and relieve the feeling. He stopped moving when he saw the guy laughing at him.
Get down on the floor Peter and we'll relieve that itch.
Peter had to kneel on all fours. Sam had the cream and the rod put into him and was forced to cum on Andrew. Then he had to kneel behind Peter and push his cock into his backside. Jeremy was next and after the same procedure he had to mount Sam. As each person finished cumming on Andrew, they had to join on the end.
Okay Goldilocks! Bring that stunner here and get on the end.
Hah! What a lot of pretty boys all plugged together. Move in closer and get going. Come on! Faster! Or this one here will lose his ear.
Peter felt Sam ramming into him as the guy kept making them go faster and harder into each other. Peter heard the guy laughing and yelling at them.
Take it while you can! Slam those balls.
After a few minutes Peter felt Sam grab him tight and speed his movements till he came and within a short space of time he heard gasps from some of the others.
They were raved and yelled at, then told to stop.
You! Gooky looking one! Plug into the dark guy. And Paul you plug into the tall one. Peter and the one with the big cock get over near Andrew. It's time to start working on him. Spread plenty of that cream on his cock and up his backside. Now get into him. I want to see if you can get him off without touching his cock.
Peter tried to enter as gently as he could but he was being yelled at to hurry and had to use a great deal of pressure. He knew he was hurting Andrew but pumped steadily for several minutes.
He's taking it but it's not doing anything, so jerk him off with your hands at the same time then.
Peter reached round and took hold of Andrew's cock. It only took several moves for Andrew to clench up and cum. Jeremy had to take Peter's place because he had the biggest cock and the porn guy laughed when Jeremy had trouble pushing his way in.
Go on! Harder! Force him open!
Jeremy had to keep going for a while before he was told to work on Andrew's cock. When Andrew had cum the second time Jeremy was told to move away and Peter had to collect the stun rod.
Shove it in and turn it on till he cums.
Peter had to hold the button and watch till his friend came once again.
Now we'll try the yellow button. Hold it down for five seconds.
Andrew fought against the pain but Peter could see him starting to sag. When the time finished he stood up straight, but Peter could see his face was white and drenched with sweat.
He's not so tough now! Give him another burst.
Peter felt his tears running as he looked at Andrew. Andrew looked back and said.
Do it Peter! It's all right!
This time Andrew's legs gave way and he was down on his knees when Peter released the button. He looked terrible but he struggled to his feet again and stood quietly with his eyes looking around the room.
Bring him closer. I'm enjoying this. That'll do! Stop there! Make it twice as long this time.
Peter was frightened at what might happen, but Andrew nodded for him to go ahead. Once again Andrew fought the pain but his legs started to give way and then as the time went longer he made a horrible sound and collapsed on the floor. Everyone watched as Andrew slowly gathered enough strength to stand up. Peter didn't think he was going to make it but somehow he managed to get to his feet and stand quietly again. Peter could see the satisfaction on the porn guy's face.
This is your payback for helping the cocksuckers and it's just the start. Get going Peter! Can't you see he's ready for another one.
Peter felt awful but once again Andrew nodded, almost as if he wanted him to do it. Peter watched as Andrew slowly sagged down again. As the pain went on he made another horrible sound, and this time he fell boneless to the floor in a dead faint. Peter watched the porn guy shuffle forward with Michael to get up close. He raised his foot and kicked Andrew in the chest.
That'll teach you to mess with my life!
Peter watched as he lifted his foot to make another kick. In that instant Michael erupted with fierce energy and grabbed the hand holding the knife and forced it away from him. Peter's brain was just registering that he should help Michael when another storm of movement stunned him again.
It was Andrew! In the instant when everyone else's mind was taking in Michael's struggles he somehow got on his feet and launched a great kick at the porn guy who was hurled back against the wall.
Michael! Get behind me. NOW!
Michael hesitated but the last word was so forceful that he reacted almost as if he was the one who'd been kicked. The porn guy was looking furious and somehow he'd retained the knife.
No more games now! You're all dead!
He lunged at Andrew who dodged him easily, but stayed so that everyone else was behind him. Andrew didn't look to be in a position to fight back, as he was wearing nothing and had his hands secured behind his back.
If you put that knife down I won't break your arm.
The porn guy made a committed attack this time but he had no chance at all. It looked as if Andrew was almost lazily dancing in front of a madman for a few seconds, till there was the sound of a crack, and the knife tumbled to the floor. With a cry the guy sank down and all movement stopped.
Peter! Undo this Velcro please.
Andrew's first job was to use the Velcro to secure the porn guy then he turned to everybody.
I'm very proud of you all. If just one of you had panicked all lost their temper or refused his demands we would have had a bloodbath. In fifteen to twenty minutes there will be police and an ambulance here. I'd like everyone cleaned up and dressed in clothes which don't show our condition. Peter and Paul can tell you that it will last probably four to five hours and has no harmful effects. I'll do the talking and we'll present it as a revenge attack with a knife. We'll leave all the sex out unless anyone particularly wants it against him. He's looking at over 20 years imprisonment as it is. I want you to understand how brave Michael was, because we all know what he's been through before, but he was ready to give his life tonight, to save the rest of us.
Pete! I don't know about you but I find living in a house with gay guys is about as dramatic as I can stand.
Andrew! How did you recover so quickly from the stunner thing?
Let's say there was some acting involved.
Michael spoke out next.
Andrew! Everyone of us knows who really saved everything. You can say I'm brave but it just came from following your example.
Andrew grabbed his fancy mobile phone and everyone quickly tidied up and dressed. Andrew made a temporary splint for the guys arm and by then the police had arrived. Andrew went out to meet them and then brought them inside.
Inspector! This is Peter Bonner, the principal owner of the house, a lecturer at the local tertiary college and a noted Australian artist. The other young men mainly attend the college. I will be the principal complainant as the direct attack was on me, but Michael and Brian are also complainants, as they were held with a knife at their throat.
If you three could come to the station with us now, that would be most satisfactory Sir.
Peter was interested to hear that the Sir was said with a note of deference, rather than politeness. The porn guy had been taken away and when Andrew, Brian and Michael went with the police, the house was their own again. Peter called out.
Will somebody give me a hug please!
In seconds it was a group hug and the rot set in when Pete started to wrestle with Sam. Everyone joined in and for five minutes it was a frantic kind of mayhem till everyone stopped in a heap lying against each other. Jeremy started talking.
Peter! I felt so sorry for you when you had to hurt Andrew. I don't know how you did it.
I don't know either! But Andrew kept nodding at me so I had to go on. How did you feel Paul? When you saw him again?
I didn't really think about it because I was so scared for Michael, and then Andrew.
Everyone started talking and Peter listened carefully. They'd all been shaken and scared but no one looked like they needed any special counselling. Michael was the one Peter was most worried about, but he'd sort that out later. Everyone wanted to shower and then they met again to wait for Andrew, Brian and Michael. When they arrived everyone raced out and carried Andrew in on their shoulders.
Put me down! This is embarrassing.
Peter knew that underneath, Andrew was touched and appreciating the welcome.
You'd better put me down or I'll break your arms! He had to pick himself up off the floor after that. He grinned round at everyone.
Maybe I've found a way to control some of you wild characters. Everything's sorted out. We won't hear much about it at all till we have to go to court.
The End of Part Twenty-seven.
Part Twenty-eight.
There was more talk and questions and then Andrew made his announcement.
Starting next week is Andrew's school of martial arts. Attendance is voluntary which means you are all keen to come along. It will take up about forty-five minutes of your precious time. The only thing to arrange is when suits everyone best.
After more explanations and planning it was organized for Thursday evenings, straight after the swimming session, which was made an hour earlier. Peter went out to talk with Andrew for a while then went to Pete's room.
Pete! I just wanted to check if you were going to Sam's room tonight. I'm going to Michaels's and I don't want Sam to be by himself.
I've already organized it Peter. I don't want to be by myself either.
Next Peter made his way to Michael's room.
Hey mud crab! I can I stay here tonight? I need some company.
Michael gave Peter a big hug and grinned at him.
I'm all right Peter. You don't have to worry. I've been through worse than that. Even when he first grabbed me I knew he wasn't going to mess me up.
They talked awhile and Peter felt a huge knot of tension dissolve inside him, as it was very obvious that the evening's nasty events weren't having the bad effect he feared. When they cuddled together in bed, Michael was almost high spirited.
It's not fair! You've got a giant boner Peter, and I can't play with it, and I can't even count it.
You leave it alone. We'll be sore enough in the morning anyhow.
Everyone stuck together for the next few days and on the weekend Anthony had five or six extra helpers to collect materials and get ready for the next part of the building project. Peter rang Dr. Wells to tell him about the revenge attack on Andrew, and Michael's part in it, but Michael had already told him. On Thursday after swimming everyone was keen to know what they would be doing with Andrew. The biggest space left in the house was the living room so they cleared the area and spread the five mats that Andrew had organized from somewhere. Andrew was wearing a proper uniform but all he wanted everyone else to wear was a T-shirt and loose running shorts. The first thing they learned was how to fall down in various ways.
Every time I come near you you'll end up flat on your back, so it's important.
Andrew was a good teacher and everyone enjoyed themself.
On the weekend Peter was away with Jeremy and William, and the following weekend was Michaels birthday. His actual birthday was on Friday but no one saw him, because after college he was picked up by his parents for a family celebration.
Michael's 18th birthday.
With on Saturday morning everyone was rushing round organising things and in the afternoon Peter disappeared for a couple of hours to be by himself and walk by the Bay. He arrived home at about four o'clock and helped Sam prepare some of the salad and vegetables. Michael arrived home by taxi at six o'clock and Pete disappeared with him for a while. The whole house was permeated with the smell of Sam's cooking and everyone felt ravenous by the time they sat down. After some homemade soup, the main courses were placed on the table. Sam preferred to set all the food out and let everyone help themselves. Tonight he had a seafood theme as well as a number of Michael's favourites. Paul was stirring because of the fish and big grins spread around as a platter of crabs was placed on the table.
I hope you like them Michael! They're fresh from the market and they're called mud crabs.
When the meal was finished Pete took charge and sat Michael in one of the comfortable living area chairs. Pete's first event was a takeoff on Michael's reputation for wearing exotically designed speedos.
We're wondering what you'll come up with next in your speedo line Michael, so we've got some possibilities you might like to consider.
Pete was the first model and stripped off to a very revealing swimming thong. First of all he posed a bit then insisted on a hug from Michael.
You have to give everyone a hug when it's their turn Michael. It's our payment for embarrassing ourselves so much just for you.
Jeremy was next and he had what Pete described as elephant undies, with big ears on his hips and a trunk dangling down the front to his knees. Peter followed wearing 'edible' speedos and Michael had to take a bite to check what the taste was.
Strawberry! And you know I always finish the whole punnet!
Michael was responding to the festival atmosphere. Peter missed the rest because he left on the pretext that he had to get dressed. Pete introduced Paul next.
We heard he was a bit shy about people seeing his body in public, so he's got some see-through speedos to wear when we go back to point Addis again.
Anthony came on as Anthea and camped it up with a tiny two-piece bikini, and amply endowed bosomwise, with the aid of a couple of oranges. Brian's effort was a set of disposable speedos, made of paper as well as a catalogue, which he'd printed, of speedos he and Anthony had downloaded from the net. Sam was wearing one of his silk wraparounds and Andrew appeared last in traditional set of speedos which Pete had somehow persuaded him to wear.
Feast your eyes everyone because Andrew assures me that this is a onetime appearance only.
After everyone dressed Pete made them groan with a couple of his jokes and then the fund doorbell rang.
Hang on everyone! We'll see who this is!
Pete reappeared in a moment with a great sparkle in his eyes.
Michael! It's an old friend of yours!
And yes! It was the gorilla again, carrying a bag and a portable CD player. Once again he pulled a pair of speedos out of the bag, and of course they were Michael's. He did his bow to everyone then made a great show of holding his arms out to Michael then clasping his hands to his heart before approaching him and giving him a big hug. Then from the bag and he took two tennis balls but no banana. This time it was a cucumber and the speedos were greatly stretched to accommodate them. Next, the gorilla turned on the CD player and did a little strip dance for Michael, then ended that by wrapping the speedos round Michael's head and sitting on his knee. After about 30 seconds the music started again, but this time with Big Spender and the gorilla started another strip act. Michael's eyes opened in disbelief as he realised he'd seen this routine before. The gorilla costume was a rapidly divested, apart from the mask, to reveal a strong good-looking body wearing yet another pair of Michael's speedos, even if somewhat of a tight fit. Peter watched from his unique position as the smile grew and grew on Michael's face, till he jumped up and started to dance with the gorilla with the human body, imitating his actions. This time when the music finished the gorilla wrapped his arms tightly round Michael in a big hug. There was a huge cheer from everyone and then an even bigger one when the gorilla removed the mask and gave Michael another kiss. Pete took over again and announced the next bit.
Michael! We have a budding journalist in the house and while he was doing some research recently he came across an ancient leather bound tome. Those are his words not mine. He thinks it's quite historical, but maybe that is meant to be hysterical, and wants to read a section to us.
Jeremy stood up with a plastic folder very clearly labelled 'Ancient Leather Bound Tome', and opening it with a grin, started to read.
Being a day in the life of the one Michael Weyland.
He then read the activities that Michael was meant to have done in one-day such as, hugging practice, modelling speedos, discovering a new maths formula, checking his new boner numerous times, collecting a photography prize, saving someone's life with mouth-to-mouth, singing practice, riding Andrew's motorbike and taking nude photos of Sam. When he finished he presented the folder to Michael.
Pete took an envelope from the top of the fridge and handed it to Michael.
I know you'll love this Michael! You'll get hours of enjoyment and build up skills you haven't had.
Michael accepted it with a big smile on his face but when he opened it he went red with embarrassment. Pete was all concern of course and took the envelope.
Oh no! Michael I'm sorry! This is the one with a subscription to some place on the net called Gaycheck. I was going to give it to you later. I don't know much about it but I heard you were interested. What's it all about?
For once Michael was stuck for words and had to listen while everyone else discussed it. When his grin had returned at some of the rude comments, Pete went to the fridge again and collected another envelope. With a dubious look on his face Michael opened this one and checked the contents. He leapt at Pete and gave him a great hug. Pete had enjoyed his fake mistake with the first envelope, but his smile at Michael's reaction to the second one, showed that he had enjoyed this even more. Pete's gift was a course of flying lessons.
Okay! Calm down Michael! We're going to check your hugging skills next. You have to tell us who's hugging you!
The trick was that he had to wear a blindfold, but it hardly seemed to make much difference as Michael worked out each person very quickly. Suddenly there was a noise outside and everyone went quiet. An engine revved and came closer and closer. When it came into the living room the throttle was opened for an instant and then the engine cut out.
Michael ripped the blindfold off and stared at the motorbike of his dreams.
Andrew climbed off a powerful 500 CC sports bike and threw the keys to Michael.
Happy birthday from Peter and me!
Michael's eyes flitted back and forth between Andrew, Peter, and the bike, then he launched himself at Andrew first. He was certainly working overtime with his hugs tonight. Everyone gathered round as he checked the bike over.
Well! Aren't you going to take it for a ride? We can wait 10 minutes while you see what it's like.
Michael grabbed his helmet and while he was gone his next present was carried in. Pete directed him to park the bike near the door and brought him in with his face alight with excitement.
We know you'll get hours of use out of this too Michael! It's your new bed and the special accessories for it are in the big cardboard carton.
Michael inspected the bed and then wondered what the accessories were.
Well have a look! It's part of the deal and you have to use them tonight.
Peter had been given no choice in this, not that he was complaining, and when Michael pulled the top off there he was with just his jocks on.
His orders were to give Michael a very sexy kiss and he managed this till he had to put extra clothes on. Sam had the next present and it was the poster size portrait of Michael with his erection, done in their exhibition style. When you first looked at it, it was an enjoyable stir for the home situation, but Peter could see that it had all the care and effort of the other prize-winning work. Michael laughed when he first saw it but then his emotions took over and his hug for Sam turned more into a hug from Sam while Michael pulled himself together. This wasn't Sam's real present however, and while everyone was admiring the portrait he went with Brian to collect his real gift. Sam had been working on this for nearly a month and Brian was the only one who really knew about it because he'd done it secretly in the garage. There were some comments as the three foot by seven foot mural was carried in but then everyone went quiet and just stared. It was the most amazing work that Sam had done and Peter felt tears come to his eyes as the beauty and power of its message came into his mind.
On the left end Sam had sketched a slightly younger Michael with the sad and haunted look, and on the right was the current Michael with his special smile and radiating happiness and energy. In between were smaller representations of Michael in various major situations that had occurred, in an informal kind of sequence, and intermingled with these were sketches of every other member of the house in some kind of interaction with him.
The quietness continued until eventually it was broken by an overwhelmed Michael.
Oh Sam! I -- -- I don't know what to say!
Sam put his arm round Michael's shoulders.
You don't have to say anything Michael! It came into my head on the day you came back with Peter and told me what had happened to you. Come on! We've got your birthday cake.
Pete took the traditional ceremony, which finished with the cutting of the cake and the happy birthday song. At the end of the three cheers Michael smiled and Peter saw him gathering his resolve as he waited for everyone's attention.
Pete! A while ago I didn't have a clue how to say thanks to Sam and now it's the same for everyone else. I can't believe there's a place in the whole world that has such good friends and happiness. I'm going to sing a song for Peter now but I want to share it with you as well because we all belong together. He has taken away all the bad things I've done, and turned all my sadness into happiness that makes me feel like I'm going to burst. I will love him till the day that I die.
Michael's clear voice rose and filled the room as he sang the words of the beautiful love song, 'The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face', with passion and strength. Emotions flowed through Peter as Michael held his eye through every second of the song and sent his clear message. As he finished the last verse he moved closer to Peter and gave him a kiss of love. Peter had thought Sam's mural was the most wonderful gift he'd ever seen given, but now he realised this gift of commitment was of an even higher order. How could he accept so much? His unthinking, but perfect solution, was to give it back and instantly the kiss was working in two directions. Peter forgot everyone else for a while but eventually he came back to reality enough to be aware of the silent but smiling onlookers. Pete eased the transition further with his comment.
Wow! I think I've just learnt something new about kissing!
Peter still wasn't quite with it, but he listened as everyone tried to express their feelings at how Michael's song had moved them, and in an unspoken way, give their support. There was conversation and warm drinks and then a general trend to finish the night. The new bed was left on the floor with plans to install it the next day and Michael moved the new bike next to Andrew's. He went to put the keys in his room and came back asking how come the door to his room was locked.
Is it? Where are you going to sleep then Michael?
Strangely, every single person came up with some sort of reason why their room was unavailable, and Pete summed up the sentiment.
Well you can't sleep down here because there's no extra bedding, so it looks like the only place left is Peter's room. Maybe he'll let you sleep on the floor up there?
Peter looked round at all the conniving faces. They were certainly leaving no options about where Michael would be spending the night and when they headed upstairs there were cheers and grins which nearly split their faces in half, and a few bawdy comments from Pete and Paul.
In the bedroom Peter took Michael into his arms and they stood communing with each other in a new and special way till they agreed to start moving.
The End of Part Twenty-eight.
###Author's Note.###
Below are the words Michael sang for Peter.
The song was written by Ewan McColl and Michael sang it, voice unaccompanied by music, in the same manner the songwriter used. I used this song for its beauty and appropriateness, but also in appreciation for the impact it had on me when I heard its writer sing it live, and with an explanation of how he came to write it.
Iarwain. The first time ever I saw your face I thought the sun rose in your eyes And the moon and the stars were the gifts you gave To the night and the empty skies my love To the night and the empty skies The first time ever I kissed your mouth I felt the earth turn in my hand Like the trembling heart of a captive bird That was there at my command my love That was there at my command The first time ever I lay with you And felt your heart beat close to mine I thought our joy would fill the earth And would last 'till the end of time my love And would last 'till the end of time The first time ever I saw your face I thought the sun rose in your eyes And the moon and the stars were the gifts you gave To the night and the empty skies my love To the night and the empty skies