Samurai Inc

Samurai Inc. 18 By David (DAG1064@aol.com)

Author's Notes: this story and the characters named within except for Haley Joel Osment, Itayama Yudai, Hayato Ishida, and Youske Mitsuhashi are fictional. The four individuals named are great young actors, Haley from this country and Itayama, Hayato and Yosuke in the country of Japan where this episode takes place. These four young men are not gay and this story does not imply that they are. The following characters ( ) are used to indicate Japanese spoken, and [ ] is used to indicate thought speak. Enjoy the story.

Samurai Inc. 18 "The Japan Adventure"

I hung up the phone and sighed. Time to start our next assignment, Haley's movie shoot in Japan. The big problem was that Japan didn't allow guns into their country, so weapons would be a serious problem, especially if the bad guys had the guns and not me. I don't like those odds. Another big problem would be getting Sacha on a flight. Even though government officials gave him a medical certificate he would still be banned from a commercial flight. I wished I had my own jet so I could avoid these problems. Okay. One thing at a time. According to Mac the movie people now wanted Powersound in the movie and to do a soundtrack as well. More people to mind. I scratched my chin and wondered if I could get a few of the guys in Peckertown to tag along. I made up my mind. We were leaving for Peckertown at first light.

"Okay guys, pack it up. We leave at first light for Peckertown," I said.

Danny looked up. "I'll service the Lear and have it ready to rock in the morning. How about everyone pack now and I can stash the baggage on board so all we have to do is lock down the place and be off at first light."

I nodded. "Good plan, and pack for a long trip. First Peckertown, and then Japan. No weapons for this gig."

Sacha looked up from the card game he was playing with the others. "Not even my personal set?" he asked, popping his claws.

I grinned. "You're the exception and the ace in the hole if it comes down to it. I'm not expecting trouble, but you never know. Shit and Mr. Fucking Murphy can happen."

Sacha laughed. "Then it would be my pleasure to slice and dice his ass."

"Be my guest kiddo," I grinned ruffling his hair.

I looked at the table and it seemed like Sacha was winning again. I turned and went into the kitchen for a cup of coffee. I was worried about Shiro and hoped he was okay. First chance I got I'd sit down with him and find out what in hell was going on in his head. I should have known that he would jet to Japan and take Haley with him. I decided to call Asano Takaneda.

"Moshi-moshi?" the voice sung at me.

"English, damn ya!" I snarled by way of greeting.

"Ah, this must be the crazy American who likes his Sake ice cold," the voice snapped back at me.

I had to smile. The first time we met, we had stared each other down. He didn't like me, and I didn't like him. Our opinions of each other changed after we chased some very nasty tangos and cashed their chips in for them. After that we had gone out drinking. The pub we went to had run out of hot sake and I had guzzled it straight out of the ice cold bottle and loved it ever since then.

"Still like it that way, bubba. Makes life look a hell of a lot better after a few," I said as I laughed.

Takaneda laughed as well. Then he got down to business. "I take it you heard from your friend in Hollywierd?" he asked.

"That's Hollywood," I said. "Yeah I heard from him. I have one big problem, and that's moving people from here to there, especially one very unique individual."

"I can solve that problem. Call you back on that?" he asked.

"Sure. We are flying into Peckertown in the morning," I said.

"I must come out and see that place for myself one of these days," Asano said.

"Guaranteed to make you a round eye by the time you leave," I joked.

He snorted. "In your hairy wet dreams."

"At least I have them," I shot back.

Asano sighed as I laughed. "I call you in a few hours. Sayonara."

I leaned back and took another hit off my sake glass. Things were heating up.

Danny leveled the Lear out at 15,000 the next morning as I sat at my desk and brainstormed. I tried to come up with names of individuals that I knew in Japan besides Asano that could help. The Peckertown branch couldn't spare any extra people at the moment so we were on our own again, as usual. The phone on my desk rang.

"Rainbow Jock Strap Company," I answered.

The explosion of laughter from the other end told me it was Asano. "Happy Happy Joy Joy Delivery," he snapped back.

Close enough. "I take it somebody's been making you happy?" I asked.

"Yes, and that's all I will say. Your transportation problem has been solved. A very private jet will be at Little Rock Arkansas within twenty-four hours. All you need to know is that everything has been set up and taken care of here," Asano informed me.

"Thanks Asano. I appreciate your efforts," I said.

"I aim to please," he said and hung up.

I went and informed everyone of the time schedule and then called Marc Fogel. He wasn't in, so I left a message and then called Zeus.

"Yo," he said when he picked up.

"Now that's original," I said.

He laughed. "Thanks, Logan. What's up?"

I gave him the lowdown and he whistled. "I'll get things cranked here and by tomorrow morning all of the band's gear will be packed and ready to go. Can't spare any people," he said and I sighed.

"I know. The Yamane Brothers got their hands full at the moment protecting a few people. Hope that's going okay," I said.

"As far as I know it is. No problems yet," Zeus informed me. "Besides Yoshi and Jeff can handle most anything and so can Dustin. He's someone I wouldn't want to cross. He can be deadly when pushed."

"Make sure you tell them no weapons. Japan has a thing about guns," I said.

"That sucks. Sounds like you'll be keeping your eight inches in its holster the entire time," Zeus cracked.

I groaned as he roared with laughter. "One of these day, big man, one of these days."

"Promises, promises," he retorted. "I'll see you when I see you."

He hung up on me and I took another long drink of sake. I wondered if it was too late to back out of this thing. I hoped it would be a good job.

All of us stood on the runway the next morning and stared at the jet sitting on the runway. The markings indicated it was a private jet. Who it belonged to wasn't quite clear until Yoshi read the Kanji script.

"Oh my God, this plane belongs to Clan Yaguu," he said softly.

That name rang bells in my head. I had heard of them when I was in Japan on an exchange mission. I knew they had their fingers into almost everything, legal and not so. The not so legal part could never be proved, even though there was plenty of evidence that pointed to them. Every time Asano tried to move in on them, witnesses disappeared. For right now I would accept their help. But if they harmed Shiro or anyone under my care, there would be hell to pay.

"Let's get on board," I said.

Danny led the way as Yoshi turned to watch the crates of equipment being loaded. I stood on the runway and watched the workers load them on board the plane. The foreman walked over after he inspected everything.

"All in place and very secure," he reported to Yoshi.

"Thank you," Yoshi grinned.

The baggage compartments were closed, locked, and sealed. Yoshi and I climbed on board and stopped at the hatch. The plane was unlike anything I'd ever seen. Someone had spent some serious money to outfit the thing with the absolute best. Yoshi and I took our seats as the captain came back. He bowed to Yoshi.

(Is everything to your satisfaction?), he asked.

Yoshi returned the bow. (Yes it is. We can leave when you are ready.)

I looked at Yoshi and he told me what had been said. I felt the slight vibrations of the engines starting.

"Buckle up," I called out as I put my seatbelt on.

The take off was nice and smooth. Once we were in the air, everybody started moving around freely. Sammo sat down at a table and pulled out a deck of cards as Neil, Sacha, Danny, Connor, and Nelson sat down. Dustin and Nico found a place in the back of the plane and snuggled up together and dozed off. I called Yoshi and he and Jeff came over and sat in the chairs next to me. In a whisper I asked if they'd seen my son while he was in Peckertown. They looked at each other and then at me. "He stayed with us the first night and Haley the second. He was not himself but seemed to be getting better by the time he and Haley left."

"Thanks guys, appreciate that. Really glad he had friends he could turn to." I said, feeling a bit better.

Yoshi looked at me, understood my unasked question.

"I don't know why he couldn't talk to you Logan-san. Shiro really didn't tell us much either." Jeff said.

"Thank you, thanks for looking after my son." I smiled.

Yoshi and Jeff found their own spot and Yoshi tuned up an acoustic and the both of them worked on some material for the show and the soundtrack. I sat down at an elegant desk and picked up the package that had been delivered to me by the flight attendant. It was the script for the movie and I started reading it. Halfway through it I was served sandwiches and coffee. I took a break to eat and then resumed reading. Next thing I knew I was being shaken awake.

"We're landing, Dad. Better buckle up," Neil informed me.

I snapped to and everyone was taking seats for the landing. The plane landed nice and smooth and came to a stop. The door opened and Asano came in with an immigration man. The passport man did his thing as I watched. He stamped each passport and then handed them back with a bow.

Asano turned to me. "Welcome back to Japan, Logan-san."

"We are honored to be guests in your country. Thank you for inviting us," I said as I bowed.

Asano smiled and returned the bow. "We are honored to have all as guests in our country. Thank you for coming."

"Is everything set up?" I asked.

"Of course. Shiro is waiting, and we shall explain all when we get there," he said.

We got off the plane and Yoshi turned to the ground crew to watch them unload the crates. One of them contained our baggage as well.

(Toranaga-san, everything will be handled safely. Please do not worry,) Asano said to him. (How is your father?)

Yoshi smiled. (My father is well. Do you know him?)

(Of course. We went to the University together. That is where he met your Mother,) Asano said.

(That's right!) Yoshi exclaimed.

Asano turned to face us. "The limo is over there. Plenty of room for us all."

Yoshi took one more look at the crates and then followed us to the car. There was plenty of room for all of us. Asano jumped in the passenger seat and gave the driver his instructions. The guys looked out the windows at the sights as we rolled through the city of Nagasaki. The place was just as I remembered it.

"Not much has changed," I said.

"Some things have, others have not," Asano said. "The way it is."

He was right about that. But life goes on and so must we.

It took us an hour to get to where we were going. The limo rolled through the gates of a huge estate by the ocean. I had seen big places before, but this one was the biggest of all, the Emperor's Palace being the biggest. The limo stopped and I got out first and looked around. The others got out behind me.

Neil nudged me in the ribs, getting my attention. "Dad."

I looked up in the direction of the stairs leading to the front door of the house to see Shiro coming towards us. He looked very Samurai in a formal kimono with the traditional swords in place. I was so glad to see him. He stopped in front of me.

"Father," he said, bowing.

"Son," I said, returning the bow. "It's good to see you again."

He smiled the familiar happy smile. "I'm glad to see you, Dad. I want you to meet someone. He's been wanting to meet you."

He turned and I saw an older man coming towards us dressed in the same manner as Shiro. He stopped in front of us.

"Dad, this is my Grandfather, Hejiro Onashi. Grandfather, this is my adopted father, David Logan," he said introducing us.

The man bowed to me. "I am honored to meet my grandson's adopted father. The clans Onashi and Harada owe you a debt of honor."

I was totally flabbergasted. I returned the bow at once.

"Onashi-san, I am honored to meet you. Shiro was in danger and I was duty bound to save him. I asked him to come and live with me as my son. It was his choice to," I said.

"I am glad he chose well. He has told me much about you. I know you have many questions, and they will be answered in time. Are all these your sons as well?" he asked, pointing to the other boys.

Shiro laughed. "We'd need a hotel to house them all, Grandfather!"

Sammo was the next to be introduced. Hejiro smiled at him.

"So this is the boy who has captured your heart," he said, taking Sammo's hand into his.

"Yes sir," Shiro replied.

Hejiro guided Sammo's hand to Shiro's and pressed them together. "I give both of you my blessing and wishes for a long happy life together."

There was a bit of applause as Shiro hugged his Grandfather and then Sammo hugged the old man. That made me feel good. I was glad Hejiro had accepted Shiro's being gay. Shiro then introduced the rest of the group. Yoshi bowed to Hejiro.

(I am honored to meet you, Onashi-san,) he said.

Hejiro smiled. (I am honored to meet you and your mate.)

The introductions over, it was time to get down to business.

"How secure is this place?" I asked Shiro.

"Very secure, Dad. Clan Yaguu has a platoon of ninja in addition to the ones in uniform hidden all over the estate. By now photos of all of you will have been seen by all of them and they know of Samurai Inc. Some of the film work can be done here, Yoshi and the band can play in the recording studio here on the grounds anytime they want, and the rest of the film work can be done close by. The three Japanese boy actors will be arriving later this evening. I've made up room assignments for everybody, so let's go in the house and get settled in. I know you have questions, so you, me, and Grandpa can sit down someplace and talk," Shiro said.

I nodded. "Yes, I do have lots of questions."

Shiro led us into the house and Japanese boys in plain brown kimonos led each couple off to their rooms to settle in and then show them around the house. Shiro led Hejiro and me to a small sitting room and closed the door behind us. For the next hour or so, I listened to Hejiro's story and shook my head once he finished.

"Really pisses me off how someone could do that to a person. One of the reasons why I joined the Navy Seals straight out of high school. I wanted to do something to protect the world. After leaving the Seal teams, forming Samurai Inc with Shiro seemed to be the right thing to do after that first job in Colorado, remember Shiro?" I asked him.

Shiro smiled. "Having Jake Lloyd with us was an experience."

"We did take out the baddies," I reminded him.

Shiro grinned. "That was the fun part."

"Shiro was always standing up for people, even when he was little. I knew that he would be a fine man someday and I am glad he is." Hejiro said.

I raised my sake glass. "I'll drink to that!"

We clinked glasses and knocked back the sake. "Have you considered what you are going to do now?"

"No. All my businesses are gone. The Clan properties are gone, and so is my personal fortune. Acceptable losses. The only thing that truly matters to me is being with Shiro again. My wish now is to spend my remaining days with my grandson." Hejiro said as he set his cup down.

I looked up. "Then I am formally inviting you to join Samurai Inc."

I accept you invitation. I will do what I can. I can make sure Shiro's skills are sharp and teach the other boys what I can." Hejiro accepted.

"Deal," I said. "Neil and Sacha are very unique individuals."

"I briefed him on them already Dad," Shiro said.

Hejiro smiled. "I would like to see both of them in action first before starting their training. I can teach them things to augment their skills."

"Works for me," I said. "Will you be able to get out of Japan?"

"Shiro and I have been given citizenships here. The USA has recognized it and offered me a citizenship as well. I have accepted their offer," Hejiro said.

I sighed in relief. "That takes care of that problem."

Shiro stood up. "Feel like having the tour?"

"Sure," I said. "Need to know the layout so we can plan a few defensive moves."

The house was huge as I had stated earlier. The ground floor had the usual kitchen, big formal dining, a great room to rival mine at home, an audio/visual room, a dojo with weight room attached, and a reading room with lots of current novels. The second floor was just as impressive. There were at least a dozen bedrooms, all big enough to stick an entire football team into. There was a huge room at the end of the hall that turned out to be the traditional baths. I smiled when I saw it.

"This is nice," I commented.

Shiro grinned. "Thought you would approve. I'm headed into the city in about an hour to go and pick up the three actors joining us with a ninja team I've been working with."

I nodded, watching Hejiro open a door and peek in, and then suddenly backing out quickly. He closed the door quietly and looked a bit embarrassed. Uh oh. This didn't look good.

"Problem?" I asked, concerned.

"Ah, two of your boys is doing things to Osment-san," he said quietly.

I opened the door quietly and peeked in. Sure enough, Sacha and Neil had Haley lying on the bed naked and both of then were getting him off. I closed the door and wondered how I was going to explain this. Shiro and his Grandfather had walked down the hall and were talking. I couldn't hear what was being said, but it looked like Hejiro would be okay with this. Shiro walked back to me as Hejiro went back down.

"He needs some time to think about this and what I told him," Shiro said. "I told him the truth about what he saw."

I nodded. "He was bound to find out sooner or later. Let's hope he is cool with this."

"I think he will be," Shiro said. "I gotta go, Dad."

We were alone for the first time so we hugged, carefully with his swords, but for the first time in a while Shiro felt like himself.

I was feeling a bit tired so I retired to my bedroom. One of the houseboys followed me into my room.

"Logan-san want bath and massage?" he asked.

"Yes please," I replied.

I had experienced a traditional bath many times when it was just Shiro and I and I can tell you they are great. This boy was a natural at it. His massage skills were top notch and his lovemaking skills were outstanding. He got me so relaxed I went to sleep.

When I woke the next morning, the boy had a cup of hot coffee waiting for me and he was giggling.

"What's so funny?" I asked with a smile.

"Danny-san funny. He like boy cream in coffee," the boy explained.

I grinned. "I know. He is funny, but a good man."

I got up and took a shower. The boy dressed me and led me out to the porch where he served me breakfast. Danny and his boy arrived a moment later. The boy had a huge smile on his face. I couldn't keep from laughing. One of the security officers pointed to something in the yard and I looked to see Sacha disappear into a bush. About a few dozen feet I saw Hejiro finishing a Tai Chi kata and then sit on the ground and start to meditate. I watched Sacha creep through the bushes and up to Hejiro. Before he could touch the man, Hejiro suddenly reacted by grabbing Sacha and hip tossing him. I sat up and blinked. Sacha was no lightweight. The boy was about two hundred some pounds due to the adamatium bonded to his skeleton. Add in his healing factor and the six razor sharp adamatium claws and that makes him a very DF (deadly fucker). Sacha reacted like he had trained to by landing on his feet and pressing the attack. No matter what he did, Hejiro countered ever one of his moves and then pressed an attack of his own, forcing Sacha to work hard at defending himself. I was glad he was on our side. Sacha finally backed off and they looked at each other. They came up to the breakfast table. Sacha bowed first.

"You are very good," he said.

"Thank you. So are you. You have much more potential," Hejiro said. "I can teach you to be even better. You have talent."

"Thank you. I can see where Shiro got his skills from," Sacha said as he sat down and reached for the orange juice.

"Shiro has briefed me on everyone and their skills. As time permits I would like to test all of you," Hejiro said.

"I hope the group policy has been paid and updated," Danny joked.

Haley walked up to the table at that moment, wearing a kimono. "I like these, they are so comfortable. What's the plan for today?"

I thought for a moment. "Well Shiro has yet to show up with Itayama, Hayato, and Youske. I was tired when I went to bed early yesterday."

One of the security guards stepped forward. "They came in around eight yesterday evening. Harada-san seemed to be upset about something."

I nodded. "I bet he went to see the house where he used to live and then to pay his respects to his parents."

Hejiro nodded. "I wished I had never gone on the trip. His parents would still be alive."

"You don't know that, sir. None of us know what the future holds for us. All we can do is keep on going and hope our karma is good," I said.

By now everyone had joined us at the table. Shiro was the last to arrive and he introduced Hayato, Itayama, and Youske to everybody. Hejiro stood up and went to Shiro. Both of them left the porch and walked down to the gardens. I turned my attention to the table and was dismayed to find nearly everything gone.

Hayato looked at me. "Problem, Logan-san?"

"You guys didn't leave much of anything," I said.

Youske smiled. "But we are growing teens."

All the teenagers roared with laughter as I groaned in dismay. Teenagers.

We met in the conference room to discuss what and how we would do things. The first big surprise was Guy Truant walking in. Haley perked up.

"Folks, this is Guy Truant. He directed Aaron and me in a movie and did a super job. I'm glad he's here," Haley said.

"I was surprised when Mac told me I was invited to direct this project. I thought one of Japan's top directors would be doing it. Unfortunately he had to back out. I was very happy to learn you were involved, Haley. Good to see you kid. I have a list of the participants in the movie right here and want to meet you all," Guy said as he put his briefcase on the table.

I reached for my cell and whipped it open, making a quick call to Arkansas.

"Dave Logan of Samurai Inc calling. Is he still wrapped up tight?" I asked the warden of the prison where Flamingo was staying for his assault on Haley (see episodes 5a and 5b). "He is? Thanks for your time."

Guy looked at me with a puzzled look.

"Flamingo is still wrapped up at the hotel Arkansas," I said.

Haley fell over laughing as Yoshi grinned. Guy smiled.

"You know, I'd forgotten about him," he admitted.

"Forgot who?" Shiro asked as he walked in with Hejiro.

"Flamingo," Neil informed Shiro. "He's still wrapped up at the hotel Arkansas."

Shiro grinned. "Good. I still can't believe you and Zeus stuffed him in a box and Fedexed him back to LA."

Guy laughed out loud. "Mac told me later that when he saw Flamingo gagged and bound in the box he nearly dumped in his silk boxers. I wish I had been there to see it."

The Japanese contingent stared at us as we laughed.

"Long story. I'll explain later. Guy, the show is yours," I said.

The discussion lasted an hour and a half and it was very intense. Lots of ideas and suggestions were put up and either rejected or agreed to. Yoshi and the band discussed possible music scores for certain scenes, one of the guys having his keyboards with him.

"We have already established our play list for the show. We have to do all the needed scenes in one take. No way in hell we could do this again," Yoshi stated.

"Going to practice a few times?" Itayama asked.

"Yup," Connor said.

"Cool. I like you guys. Got your CD's at home," he said. "Even my folks approve of you guys."

"Really? We're hated by quite a few people," Jeff said.

"Why is that?" Hejiro asked.

Travis laughed. "Because we are an openly gay teen band."

"What's wrong with that?" Hayato asked.

Haley sighed. "Nothing at all. But there are people who think that being gay is wrong."

"That's stupid," Itayama said.

I shrugged. "Just the way it is. It doesn't bother me one bit."

"Speaking of practicing, we will need a week of rehearsals to work out the kinks and the bugs in the script. Anytime during the rehearsals any of you actors feel that something needs to be changed, don't be afraid to shout out," Guy said. "The more suggestions and ideas, the better."

Haley, Hayato, Itayama, and Youske nodded.

"Me and the guys can meet later and go over the script once more before we start rehearsals," Haley said.

"Cool," Hayato grinned.

"Security arrangements," Guy said, steering the meeting back on track.

I stood up and came around the table. "After looking over the estate, I think we can do the majority of the movie right here. There are several rooms that can be moved around and used for different sets. Outdoor stuff can be shot with no problem. The lakeside scene can be shot at the pond with no problem. As for security, the Clan Yaguu has been kind enough to provide us with a number of men to cover the grounds and the house areas. I am assigning one man per celebrity. The following pairs are as follows: Neil and Youske, Sacha and Hayato, Sammo and Itayama, and Danny and Haley. Since Yoshi is skilled, he and Jeff can stay together. I'll cover Connor, Dustin can cover Travis, and Nico can cover Brian. Shiro and Hejiro are my aces I'll keep hidden for now. So everyone move around into new rooms except for Shiro and Sammo, and we'll convene again around one to discuss the script. Shiro and Hejiro please stay behind."

The room cleared and Shiro and Hejiro remained seated. "The only reason I didn't assign both of you to a person is that you two had just recently reunited and have much to catch up on. I also get the feeling that Hejiro wishes to close his affairs here before coming home with us."

Hejiro smiled and stood. "Yes, you are right. I am looking to see what can be salvaged from the company. I know it is a lost cause, but I would like to try and sell it to another company that can take the remaining employees and give then a reason to keep going."

I nodded. "Shiro can help you with that."

"Shiro said that you were a good man. I can see he was right. I wish to make you an offer you cannot refuse," he said.

I smiled as Shiro laughed. "What is that offer?"

"I would like to train Sacha in the Ninja Arts. The boy has potential," Hejiro said.

I nodded. "Include Neil in that offer and it is a done deal."

Hejiro smiled. "What are his abilities?"

"He is a telepath/telekinetic," I replied.

Hejiro's eyes went wide. "Oh Ko!" he exclaimed. "He definitely would be a natural."

"Good. I'll order him to attack you later," I said.

Shiro laughed out loud. "This I have to see."

All of us sat on the porch later that afternoon as Hejiro strolled about the grounds, checking the security placements. I saw Neil sneak from tree to tree, barely floating above the ground. Two of the security guards saw that and pointed to him. Next thing I knew he fell out of a tree and landed in front of Hejiro and started his attack by popping his deranged wolf illusion. Hejiro responded by attempting a kick, which went through the laughing wolf. Neil acted on Hejiro's surprise by launching a flying kick, which Hejiro barely blocked. Neil then caused the wolf to do a frontal attack. Hejiro surprised me by reaching through the wolf and attacking Neil. I was surprised to see Hejiro's hands go through Neil. The real Neil laughed from Hejiro's left side and got chopped for that one. The illusion disappeared and Hejiro pressed his attack. Neil did his best to defend himself and launched another illusion as quickly as he could, this time of a ten-foot ninja. Hejiro merely laughed and leaped through the illusion and tackled Neil. Neil hip tossed the old man who landed on his feet nimbly. Neil then launched a second one and had both ninjas press an attack. Hejiro elbowed both aside and charged Neil. Neil front flipped over Hejiro and then dropped, attempting to sweep Hejiro's feet from under him. The fight ended when Hejiro caught a foot and very neatly rolled up Neil for the pin. Neil surrendered and both of them came up to the house.

"Very nicely done," I said.

"He certainly gave me a run for my money. I can see where Shiro got his skills," Neil said, flopping down into a chair.

"You did well. Your illusions did throw me at first, but then using them as distractions was good. Using the vines to try and trap me was another good idea. There is so much more I can train you to do. I will enjoy teaching you and Sacha," Hejiro said.

Guy arrived right then and passed copies of the script around and the discussion got started on the script. Changes were proposed and accepted. The basic idea behind the movie was that Haley would play an American kid lost in Japan and the three Japanese boys would help him. The movie would include an action sequence where a bad guy would chase Haley into a crowd at a concert. That's where Yoshi and the band came in. The concert would be staged at a venue close by. The two scenes slated for the concert was discussed. Haley's safety during his run through the crowd was discussed. The head security guy suggested sprinkling a bunch of his people into the crowd along the route Haley would take. There would be a number of cameramen along the route to capture the scene. All the actors involved finally approved the script and rehearsals would start the next morning and run for a week. Guy wanted to make absolutely sure it ran smooth with no problems. Hejiro and Shiro would head into the city in the next day or two to get things going in regards to Hejiro's company. I hoped everything would go well for both of them, especially Hejiro.

I retired around nine with the houseboy following me to my room. I watched him undress in front of me and smile.

"I skilled in pillowing arts," he said.

I patted the bed next to me and he slipped in next to me. I found out he wasn't exaggerating either. He certainly knew a thing or two about getting fucked. I had a big smile on my face the next morning.

The rehearsals started the next morning, the four principals doing just a script reading. Yoshi and the band were in the recording studio, working on putting the soundtrack together. I was feeling a bit bored so I went to the weight room and started working out. Guy was sitting with the three teens so I wasn't really worried about their safety. Sacha was right there as well. I looked out on the great lawn and saw Hejiro teaching Neil a few things and it looked like he was picking it up fairly quick. I turned back to my workout. The next time I looked at the clock it was around noon. I was feeling hungry. I went out to the dining area on the outdoor patio just in time to see the boys come running. I quickly scooped some food on a plate and stood back.

"The first reading went well, "Guy said, appearing next to me.

I nodded. "Good. Any new ideas?"

"A few. I'll run them past you later once I get them written up," Guy said.

We sat down at the table with our plates and had lunch. Guy sat back and sighed.

"These folks can cook," he sighed.

I had to laugh. "They sure can."

"Since the first read through is done, let's relax a bit this afternoon and just get to know each other," Guy suggested to the teens at the table. "I don't think it's really fair to be working together for two months and not take the time to get to know each other."

Now that sounded like a great idea to me. I looked around the great lawn area and to the pool beyond that.

"Is there any sports and pool gear on the estate?" I asked one of the houseboys.

He grinned eagerly, nodding.

"Good. Please find the other houseboys and have them join us as well. Let's have some fun!" I grinned.

That turned out to be a good call on Guy's part. We did have fun, and as a result, all of the teens bonded a bit more. I saw quite a few of the guys relaxing and having conversations between themselves. Eventually a soccer game started, the guests against the hosts, Hayato, Itayama, and Youske siding with the houseboys against Yoshi and the band, Shiro, Neil (he wasn't allowed to use his powers), Sammo, and Sacha. Both sides were even, and I refereed the game. It was a nice way for all of us to relax and enjoy the nice weather. I knew we would have some busy days ahead so this would be one of a few times for us to relax during our two month stay here.

"I think we'll save the weekends for relaxation," Guy said at dinner.

"Good idea," I said.

"I do need to talk to you about going off the estate for one other scene besides the concert scenes," Guy said.

"What's the situation on that?" I asked.

"We need to do a major scene that has Haley wandering around the city a bit. That's where he meets one of the guys and he leads Haley to his apartment building," Guy said, setting it up for me.

I scratched my chin. "When do you anticipate doing this?"

"When I'm able to set it up with the local cops," Guy said. "Shiro is a natural for the four or five scenes needed to do the sequence. He just has to change clothes for each shot that he gets into."

I nodded. "Keep me informed on that."

He stood up. "I will. I am kind of beat, so I will call it a night."

"See you in the morning," I said.

I sat there for a bit longer and sipped my ice cold sake as the moon slowly came up. The houseboy who shared my bed last night approached me.

"Bed?" he asked, a shy grin on his face.

I stood up and smiled. "Sure. Been a long day."

His eyes shone brightly as he took my hand and guided me upstairs. I knew what pleasure was to follow once we got up to my room. This boy could please. Apparently I wasn't the only one enjoying pleasure tonight.

In the next room, Neil was working Youske's cock, making the Japanese boy moan in pleasure.

"So good, you so good," he moaned as Neil sucked his cock.

Neil stripped the boy using his powers. Youske sighed as he felt himself get ready to cum. He loved having his cock sucked, but he liked fucking ass much better.

"I'm going," he moaned out loud.

Neil swallowed the boy's ball juice and then licked the cock and foreskin clean. Both of them lay down in bed and started to explore each other. Neil thought the extra foreskin just barely covering the head of Youske's cock allowing just the tip and the piss slit to show was so erotic.

"I think it's a real turn on," he said.

Youske looked at Neil. "I think you are cute."

Neil blushed as Youske kissed him. Both boys caressed each other.

"Can I get into you?" Youske asked Neil.

"Sure," Neil grinned.

He handed Youske a tube of KY and instructed him how to lube him up and stretch him out for fucking. That particular scene had started when Neil caught Youske jacking off in the bathroom. Neil had led the boy to the bed and started sucking him off, surprising Youske. Now the Japanese boy was going to fuck Neil for the first time and he was excited. He lightly coated his cock and slowly pushed himself into Neil. Neil groaned in pleasure as Youske pushed his six inches deep into Neil and started fucking him. Youske was behind Neil, fucking his ass fast and hard. Neil moaned and encouraged him to keep going. Youske was feeling things he'd never felt before and he welcomed the feelings. He felt himself go a second time, this time it was up into Neil's ass.

"I'm going in you," Youske breathed.

Neil shivered as he felt Youske cum inside of him. "Feels so good," he moaned.

Both snuggled up together after Youske had cum.

"I loved that," Youske said.

"You were great," Neil complemented.

Youske smiled. "I liked what you did to me. That felt so nice. I never knew making love could be so much fun."

Neil grinned. "I didn't know it either until my Dad taught me."

"Your Dad taught you?" Youske's eyebrows went up in surprise.

"Yeah, he sure did. I learned a lot, too. I haven't settled down yet with someone like Shiro and Sammo have with each other. I'm hoping to find the right guy someday. In the meantime I intend to enjoy myself a little," Neil said.

"That's cool. I liked how you stripped me with your powers. That was so cool," Youske grinned.

Neil laughed. "Took me awhile to master that trick."

"Well you did it perfectly. Neil, you can be my roommate for the rest of the time we're here, okay?" Youske said seriously.

Neil looked at Youske. "I'd appreciate that."

Both of them snuggled up together and slowly drifted off to sleep.

Down the hall Itayama was riding Sammo's cock with gusto. It turned out he was gay and in the closet. Sammo had been lying on the bed jacking himself off when Itayama walked in from the bathroom and caught Sammo.

"Good. Now we won't have to play games," Itayama said.

He got on the bed and knocked Sammo's hand away from his cock. He took Sammo's cock in hand and started sucking off the big Hawaiian boy. He swung his ass over to Sammo. Sammo pushed his face into the crack and sampled the boy's hole, licking it and sucking it. Itayama moaned.

"I want your cock up my ass," he said.

Sammo grabbed the tube of KY from his bag and jumped back into bed. While Sammo lubed Itayama and got him ready, the boy continued to suck Sammo off. Sammo gently patted Itayama's ass and the horny teen turned around and straddled Sammo and went down on Sammo's cock. Itayama moaned as Sammo's cock went deeper into his ass.

"Feels so good," he moaned.

He started rising and falling on Sammo's cock. Both teens moaned as they felt the passion rise inside of them. Sammo quickly dislodged himself from Itayama's ass and rolled him on his back and then buried his cock back inside the teen's ass. Sammo held Itayama's feet as he shoved his cock in and out of the teen's hot ass.

"Gonna cum," Sammo announced a moment later.

"Fuck me hard!" Itayama cried. "I want your hot cock!"

Sammo gave it to him. Hard. Itayama was going crazy as Sammo shot off inside of him. Sammo pushed his cock as deep as he could make it go as he ejaculated. He sighed as he slowly pulled out. Itayama sighed and relaxed. Sammo lay down in bed next to him and they kissed.

"Thank you. I loved that," Itayama said.

Sammo grinned. "Plenty more later."

Itayama laughed. "Cool! I just hope Shiro doesn't mind me being with you until he gets back from his trip with his Grandfather."

"He doesn't. We discussed it already and he gave me his blessing," Sammo said.

Itayama grinned. "You are so lucky to have a good man like him."

Sammo smiled. "Don't I know it. I thank my lucky stars to have him in my life."

"Then hang on to him as tight as you can," Itayama said. "I hope I get that lucky someday soon."

"You will. You seem to have a lot to offer a potential mate," Sammo said. "Just be a bit patient is all. When the time is right, the right man will come."

"Thanks for the good advice," Itayama said, circling Sammo's right nipple with a fingertip as he snuggled up close.

Sammo wrapped his arms around Itayama and both teens drifted off to sleep.

Sacha and Hayato were comparing cocks.

Sacha looked at Hayato's. "I like the way your foreskin covers your cock completely."

"When I first started to jack off, Dad got me a tube of lubricant to use inside my foreskin so I wouldn't rub myself raw," Hayato said. "Now I produce enough precum to lubricate the inside of the foreskin."

"So are you gay?" Sacha asked.

"No. But I like to play around with another guy. Nothing wrong with that, is there?" Hayato asked.

"No. My Dad says it's perfectly natural for guys to play around. He said it's a part of growing up. I am gay though," Sacha said.

Sacha had been in the bathroom while Hayato was in the bedroom. When Sacha came out, he found Hayato starting to stroke himself off. Hayato had started to come up with an excuse but Sacha had told him it was okay to exercise it. Hayato had laughed at that and things had gone from there. Sacha stretched out on the bed next to Hayato and both had started comparing cocks. They discovered the slight differences in each other's cocks and then that started some mutual masturbation.

"I like how your cock feels in my hand," Hayato said. "I can feel your pulse."

Sacha grinned. "I can feel yours. You know something, I think this is cool. Both of us are from different cultures, I'm Russian and you are Japanese, and yet we have so much in common. I really enjoyed the conversation we had in the yard today. I certainly got to know you quite a bit."

Hayato thought about that for a moment. "You're right. If more people realized that, maybe the world would be a better place."

They fell silent for a bit, casually stroking each other. Hayato started stroking Sacha's cock a bit faster, wanting to get him off. Sacha let go of Hayato's cock and lay back, enjoying the sensations. He shivered and began talking in Russian. He felt his toes curl up and he knew he was about to cum.

"I'm cumming," he said and then he was, his sperm arcing up and over his torso.

Hayato kept on masturbating Sacha until the Russian teen ran dry. Hayato scooped up some of the sperm and licked it off his fingers. Sacha watched his reaction.

"Tastes just like mine," Hayato observed.

Sacha grinned. "Then it's pretty much universal then."

Hayato laughed as Sacha grinned. Sacha then reached for Hayato's cock and started masturbating the Japanese teen. Hayato lay back and sighed as the feelings took over. He closed his eyes and gave himself up to the warm feelings. They were more intense than usual because of Sacha jacking him off. Next thing he knew bolts of pleasure ran through him, setting him off.

"I'm going," he whispered and he shot his load all over his body, Sacha's hand, and arm. He sighed once he came down from the high.

"I like that kind of high," he said as both teens snuggled up together.

"So do I," Sacha grinned. "So do I."

The house was a bit quiet the next morning. The boy assigned to me had dressed me after having my cock in his mouth. That boy could suck. I drifted around listening to the muted sounds behind certain doors. Certain couples were busy this morning. I stopped at one door and heard what sounded liked Jeff practicing his scales. I could only guess as to what they were doing. I opened Danny's door in time to see Haley and a Japanese houseboy providing cream for Danny's morning coffee. They were jacking each other off.

"Tickle him under his balls," I whispered to the Japanese boy.

He did just that and Haley shivered before depositing his load into Danny's coffee. Haley returned the favor and the Japanese boy delivered a moment later. Then he stirred the coffee and handed it to Danny. Danny took a sip and approved. I closed the door and left them alone. I headed down the hall and to breakfast.

"Has Onashi-san and Harada-san left?" I asked one of the guards.

"Yes," the man said. "They said they hoped to be back by Friday. They looked very happy together."

"They should be. Grandfather and grandson are together again," I said smiling.

I poured a bit of sake in a glass and handed it to the man. "I salute their finding each other again."

We toasted and then got down to business. Guy was the next to the table as the man and I were discussing where next Monday's shots would be. Actual filming was to start next week. The rest of this week would finish out the rehearsals. A number of sets had been struck on the grounds and a number of the rooms in the house had been changed around for other scenes. The local camera crews were already discussing camera angles and lighting for the scenes to be filmed. Nelson arrived next, talking on the phone trying to set up the show. Everyone eventually drifted in for breakfast.

"I hope everyone is ready for the day," Guy said after getting people's attention. "We got a lot of work to do. Being here on a closed set should keep everything on schedule, the only questionable being the concert and Haley's walkabout scene."

Nelson nodded once he got off the phone. "Two weeks from this Saturday. The local rock stations are starting the media blitz."

Guy nodded. "Perfect. That would work with the shots of Haley on the city streets. All we need to do is secure quarters there for a few days. You guys ready?"

Yoshi yawned. "Oh yeah."

All of us laughed at his comment. The other band members stumbled up to the table and sat down.

"We got half of the soundtrack done last night," Yoshi reported. "We should have the rest done by end of week."

Guy blinked. "Damn, you guys move fast."

"Typical recording process. All of us work up ideas for songs, present them, vote on them, record individual instruments, and then do one big group recording session, and it's done. The fastest we did a CD was three days. We knew exactly what we wanted to do and just went and did it. After seeing the script we knew exactly what we wanted to do. As for the show, we'll do old material and Dustin can blow up the stage like he always does," Yoshi said as Dustin chuckled evilly.

"I better make sure the venue has fire insurance," Nelson said as the band members laughed.

We started the day's rehearsals right after breakfast. Itayama, Hayato, and Youske proved themselves to be naturals, doing everything the script called for. They did change a few things here and there as the day progressed. Everything was slowly coming together. Security had checked out all the people that were required to be on the set. Nobody was allowed up at the house except for us. Haley was very impressed with the way things were going and so was Guy. By the end of the day they had a fourth of the movie rehearsed and most of the bugs ironed out. Guy was extremely happy and so were the rest of us. The guys were beginning to be more relaxed around each other and that was another worry off my mind.

"So what do you think of Japan so far?" Hayato asked Sacha as they floated in the huge pool.

"It's unique, interesting, a world of it's own and there's so much more than what I've seen already. It sure is different than what I've seen back home in Russia," Sacha said. "I hope we get the chance to go walkabout."

"Would be nice. There's a few places I'd like to show you guys," Hayato said.

"Cool. I'm still getting used to the American way of life. Very different from what I'm used to," Sacha said. "I still am getting used to the idea of going into a store, picking something off the shelf, buying it and leaving the store without any problems. Hell, I'm still getting used to the sight of so many things crammed together on a shelf in a store. So much to see."

"I can't imagine living in a place where you have to stand in a long line just to get a few food items to live on," Hayato remarked. "There are times I count myself lucky to be living here. There are groups here in Japan that are trying to help people in poor countries and in Russia to get the food and medical supplies they need to live."

Sacha smiled. "You have no idea how much they are appreciated. I have seen such trucks delivering needed things to my village and the people who bring them are very welcome there. It makes us glad to see the things brought to us. We know that not everyone is heartless as much as the current government wishes us to believe. Sometimes I think that if the leaders of the world were to witness the sight of poor people getting the help and things they need to live on it would change their thinking."

Hayato sighed. "No kidding. The world would be a safer place to be."

Sammo and Itayama floated past them at that moment, laughing about something.

"That was one of the funniest moments I ever had on that show. I hope I get to go back on there again," Itayama said.

"When is it on?" Sammo asked.

"Tonight, I think. I hope the TV has a translator box on it. I'm sure you guys will love the show," Itayama said.

"Which show is that?" Hayato asked.

Itayama turned to look at Hayato. "The brother and sister variety show."

Hayato laughed out loud. "That one is too wild!"

"Last week's comedy sketch was wild!" Itayama grinned.

"Well, tonight's show should be a good one. I think the band Hiroshima will be on," Hayato said.

Yoshi perked up at that. "Hiroshima? They are awesome!"

"That they are," Youske said. "I saw them last month with my folks up in Osaka. They were just so good."

Neil surfaced next to the big raft wearing a mask and snorkel.

"They sure know how to put on a show," Hayato said.

"Who does?" Neil asked.

"Japanese band called Hiroshima," Sammo told him.

"I read something on them in one of the English magazines this morning. Something about a tour to the USA in the summer," Neil said.

"I saw a few of their CD's in the TV/audio room last night when I was checking out the room," Sacha said.

"Let's check them out later tonight before the show comes on," Itayama suggested as he shifted his position on the raft.

"Cool," Neil nodded.

Sammo stretched and you could hear his muscles pop. "I love this. Beautiful warm weather, good friends to hang out with, and mischief to plan. Life can't get any better than this."

All of the boys laughed at that.

"All those in agreement, say aye," Itayama grinned as they chorused aye.

I dived into the water at that moment and swam up to the raft. "What evil are you guys planning?" I asked, seeing the silly grins on their faces.

"Well, there's the communal streak planned for the big scene Monday morning," Sammo chortled as the guys laughed.

I sighed. There are times when I wish I could be careful with what I say. I tend to give these guys too many kooky ideas every time I say anything. The Saran wrap over the toilet this morning had been bad enough, but the whoopee cushions at breakfast two mornings ago was the big stunt. The security guys rolled on the floor at the sight of my expression as Danny, Hejiro, Takaneda, and I sat down for breakfast.

"I don't think so," I said as the guys laughed once again.

"I'm sure Guy would like it," Hayato said, keeping the gag going.

"Like what?" Guy said, walking past the pool to the pond.

I told him and he sighed. "Teenagers."

I echoed the feeling.

Later that evening I decided to go up to bed. "Don't destroy the house."

Sammo looked up at me as I stood in the doorway of the TV room. "We promise Dad."

I turned to see the houseboy assigned to me standing there looking at me with a smile on his face. I extended my hand to him and he led me to my room and closed the door behind us. Sammo closed the door to the TV room.

"Lock it, man. Don't want anybody bothering us," Itayama urged him.

Sammo locked the door and then turned around. "What do you have in mind?"

Itayama grinned as he got up and slid one of the shoji screens aside. The TV room was on the second floor of the house so nobody could look in through the open shoji screen. Actually it was a smaller one. The one on the ground floor was more of a small theatre. Itayama put on a disco CD and began doing a sexy strip tease to it as the other teens cheered him on. Once he was done, the next person went and so on until all the guys were naked. They reclined on thick pillows on the floor.

"Ah, much better. There are times a guy just has to relax and let it all hang out," he said as he gently stroked himself, not really trying to get off.

"I know what you mean," Sammo said. "We go naked around our pool a lot back home on Logan's Mountain."

Neil passed around sodas with Sacha's help. "Definitely much more relaxing."

The guys settled back on the cushions as Itayama slipped a CD into the player.

"How about a bit of Hiroshima before the TV show comes on?" he suggested.

There was a chorus of agreements and Itayama started the music. They relaxed and listened to the music, enjoying the rhythms and melodies. Yoshi and Jeff snuggled up together as the music relaxed them. The CD ended when the show came on and the guys settled down to watch it. There was a bit of general banter about the guests on the show. Itayama had figured out how to turn on the translator box and everyone could understand what was being said. Even Haley roared at the jokes aimed at him and the guys loved the jokes about the movie that was being shot. Neil and Youske were cuddled up together on a big beanbag, their hands on each other's cock, gently stroking each other and enjoying the feelings. Once the show was over, they pulled on just the shorts and went to their room, holding hands. They were becoming fast friends and casual lovers. They slipped under the sheet and kissed each other good night and then cuddled up together. The other boys went to their assigned rooms except for Sammo and Itayama. They closed and locked the door once more, turned down the volume on the TV and watched the midnight creature feature with Godzilla kicking some alien's ass.

Haley slipped into bed, trying not to wake Danny. Danny rolled over and took the naked teen into his arms, nuzzled his neck a little, and then kissed him passionately. Haley snuggled down into the man's arms and went to sleep.

Sacha and Hayato got into the shower together and spent time washing each other clean. They enjoyed touching and exploring each other. They slipped into bed together and kissed each other good night and snuggled up together. Hayato drifted off to sleep and Sacha watched him sleep for a bit. Then he went to sleep.

I woke up to find my boy kneeling next to the bed with my morning coffee. I smiled as I took the cup from him and took a sip. It was perfect and he knew I liked it from the smile he saw on my face. He helped me stretch and dressed me in shorts and a t-shirt before reaching for a strip of cloth nearby. I helped him tie his mawashi on before he put his kimono on. He looked so sexy in the mawashi, I couldn't help but get a hard on every time I saw him in it. He just smiled and glided off to the kitchen to assist the cook in making breakfast. The house was quiet and I had a quick look around before heading down to start my morning routine. One of the officers nodded as I walked past him, heading out for the pond. One turn around the pond equaled a mile, so I did four turns around the pond for my four miles. Another guard was waiting for me in the weightlifting room when I walked in. I started my lifting routine and he spotted me when I needed it. My boy brought me a cup of steaming tea and a container of orange juice and retreated. He was so intrigued by my big muscles and loved to explore them every night in bed and especially loved to feel my long thick hard muscle slip up into his ass as much as I loved to slip it up inside him. What he could do with his ass was exciting. He must have been catamite trained before coming here to the estate. The man who owned this place was one lucky man.

I sat down at the outdoor dining table before anybody arrived and enjoyed a relaxing breakfast while pursuing the Tokyo Times. I looked up to see the teens charging the table. Since I was sitting at the head I felt safe. I didn't pay much attention to the chatter that went on. My thoughts were with Shiro and Hejiro. I was hoping they were okay. They were due back today, it now being Friday. They had left Wednesday morning and I had hoped their mission would succeed. I also hoped it would give them plenty of time together. They needed to spend time to get to know each other again. I wasn't worried about Shiro's safety. I knew he could handle himself without any problems. I looked up to see Sammo sitting there, gazing off into the distance. I knew he was thinking of Shiro. It touched my heart to see them together, so much in love with each other. I know their lives have gotten much better since finding each other.

Guy sat down next to me when he showed up. "There you are. We've got about 85% of the movie rehearsed. We can afford to take some time off starting today. The actual filming starts this Monday morning. The only things planned for the following week is Haley's walkabout scenes and the concert. Haley's walkabout has gotten moved to Wednesday instead of Tuesday. A local unit of the JSSDF (Japan Strategic Self Defense Force, what they call the armed forces there) has volunteered to assist us. The only day they can help is Wednesday. I said perfect so it's arranged."

I nodded. "Those folks don't fool around. They certainly know their jobs well."

"You seem to know, you're the military expert," Guy said.

I grinned. "No worries mate."

Oh, famous last words! Everything had gone so well up to this point and I saw no potential threat on the horizon. Well, life and Mr. Murphy does have rude way of kicking you in the nuts when you least expect it. I keep learning that over and over again, and the lesson still doesn't sink in. Oh doom on me.

Next episode: We learn where Shiro and his Grandfather have gone. Filming gets started. Haley goes walkabout with an unexpected surprise. The concert and Aaron Carter popping up. The wrap up party. Stay tuned for fun and excitement!