The Z-1 Ranch P-27 CGW©
Tim dropped off Mason at Charlie's place and decided to stop by his fathers on the way home, as he walked up toward the house, he noticed his father sitting on the swing. Tim set down beside him.
Well son how has your day gone so far, seems like you might've met a new friend today.
Yes, I did need a new friend today and the more I talked to him the more comfortable I became around him. It's amazing how different it is living on an orbiter versus the planet I guess I had it made here and didn't realize it until I talked to Mason. I know he's young and he has just transitioned so yes, he has a lot of growing to do. But I did get his dad's permission to date him, and his brother Madison approves of me by the way.
Well I'm glad son that you're getting on with your life, I know that you and Ed have the twin's situation all worked out but Jared, he's eventually going to have a breakdown and when he does it's going to be bad.
Father I have gone over everything in my head, he is seeing a behavioral specialist thanks to Lex and there's nothing else I can do, he doesn't want to see me here for me to be around me. I got caught up the job and I should have just done my service and let him be but I involve myself. Dad warned me about this when I told him I wanted to get into the program but as usual I thought I knew more than none mighty Ben, but I was proven wrong and it hurt.
Mason and I spoke about everything, I told him every single detail about Ed and everything that happened to me and the Z-1. And father he's okay with it he said; we're continuously learning and growing throughout our life. He told me he didn't have all the answers either but we need to take it slow. He also let me know that if we work out, he wanted to have a child every couple of years not nine months between each one, I agree with him the children need to be spaced out so that they can get our full attention.
Son if this is what you want then I stand behind you 100% of the way with my full support and I know your dad and brother will too. Now let's go inside and see if we can rustle up something to eat for an afternoon snack because I'm starving.
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Mason looked at his dad, you, Madison and I need to take a slight little walk. It's about time you learn the truth dad, but you have to keep an open mind about what you're going to see. The boys will stay here with Charlie until you deem, they're ready to know the truth, all of the truth.
Mason had Earl puzzled as the three of them walked out of the house and went towards the clinic. The three walked through the front door and were greeted by Lex, Earl was fitted with a blind so he could not find his way back in case he reacted badly.
They walked into the laboratory area for the remaining six pods were contained.
Earl; what you're about to see here is not for everyone were doing our best what we have to work with if it were not for your two sons none of this would be possible. Lex removed Earl's blind, not everybody has been awoken from the pods yet due to some computer glitches and malfunctions of the pods themselves. We had a manifest for 60 pods but there were 61 total. The 61st pod had very little information on its registry and the display was shorted and all we found was initial S. O it wasn't until we found a letter, that had fallen on the floor that we knew the identity of the occupant of the last pod.
Mason took the letter from the envelope and opened up so that his dad could read it. Madison had to hold his dad up as he read the entire letter.
Earl being supported by both of his sons walked toward the last pod, Lex wiped the condensation off of the viewing glass and revealed to Earl it's occupant. Earl literally lost it, their frozen in time in the stasis pods was the love of his life and the father to his six children Shannon Mason O'Malley. He had so many questions and needed so many answers, this was gonna take a while.
Earl asked for a chair to sit down, that way he can visit with Shannon for a while. The boys and Lex left Earl there with the pod as he laid his head upon the cylinder and cried. After a couple of hours Earl gathered himself enough, kissed the viewing glass and rejoined his sons and Lex in the hall.
All Earl could do was to hugged his oldest sons and tell them how much he loved them both. He turned to Lex; I know you're doing all you can I see all the wires everywhere but do you know how long it's going to be revived or can he be revived at all.
Lex smiled; his pot is the worst of the batch, is take a lot of hours and a lot of effort on the technician's part to get it correct. But eventually we will have your family back together. You're welcome to come here every few days to do a status check and visit, as long you don't get in the way. As far as telling the younger boys I don't know if I would right now until we know something more definite.
Earl agreed with the boys would be kept in the dark until it was determined things would be okay, and as far as him come in by and check in on Shannon only the end of time could stop from being with the love of his life.
The three left the complex, Earl had a new outlook on life he was ready to live and savor every possible moment.
Over the next couple of weeks Mason in Tim spent every second they could with each other. Mason would be up in the morning have 2 cups of coffee ready to go out the front door when Tim would stop by to pick him up. You didn't see one without the other and the new gift from Ed and Zack was to arrive any day.
Ed and Zack had surprised the couple with a new home to replace the dated one that Tim had claimed as his for years, it was going to be relocated at the Museum complex because it was one of the last original cabins that started the Z1. It was very basic, Tim liked it but things needed to change.
Early one morning the pod trucks arrived with a new home to be assembled for Tim and Mason. Carter handed a plaque to Mason and when he unwrapped it said; Tim and Mason Spinelli.
Mason hugged his neck and thanked him, for the first time in his life he had a true home one that he could share with his future mate and their children.
It took the better part of the day to remove the old cabin stabilize it and relocated to its new location at the Learning Center Museum.
The new pod home went together very quickly and by that evening lights for being hooked up to it. Tim and Mason were the first to walk in to their new home, there was no furniture yet but they were amazed at how large it was, Tim was very humbled at what he saw before him, the gracious gift and his love that was on his arm.
Tim surprised Mason and everyone there when he took to one knee and asked Mason if he would join him in his life as his mate and that no matter what this was an unbreakable bond they were to share forever. Of course, Mason did everything that was expected, he cried, he hugged Tim and kissed him profusely.
Tim and Mason worked on the new house every chance they got; they were putting their own touches in the home making their own memories in their new home.
Earl would stop by on his way the clinic and labs to check on Shannon said by his pod and read him the latest news on the planet.
Earl was making his way down the hallway when Lex stepped out of one of the rooms, Earl I need you right now drop whatever you doing you can do it later but I need you I need your expertise you just have to follow our lead. Lex carried Earl into a delivery room and in the delivery station, was a very young Genman trying to give birth. Earl this is 682 it's his time is having problems his hips and his pelvic bones have not shifted and the baby is causing a lot of down trying to force its way down, were doing everything we can but I can guarantee that we won't lose him or even them both.
Lex what is the young man's name I don't need a number for a patient what is his name?
Earl some of the young man here don't have names yet they still have their numbers that were assigned from the breeding program that was raided.
Lex sat Earl in the chair in front of 682 and introduced them to one another. Earl smiled well some stupid old number is not going to do for you I'm going to call you Billy because that's what you look, you like look like a Billy to me.
Billy smiled as a tear ran down his cheek, doesn't always hurt like this my insides felt like they're ready to explode.
Well Billy first we gotta get your pelvic bone to release so that the baby can come on out so we can get your pressure down, you just need to take a few deep breaths relax your body, I've been through this six times before and like you that my first one I was scared to I know what to expect from my body much less the baby trying to come out it. But like my dad said take deep breaths son and relax your body, attend that you're floating in the heavens above weightless like the stars.
I'm just so tired Mr. Earl, it seems that I've been at this forever and he just can't move, oh wait a minute it feels kind of funny down in my lower stomach ask something's moving around.
Billy that your pelvic bone is moving outward to allow the baby to come through, now what you want to name him and he gets here.
I hadn't thought of no names because I don't know what to do with him.
Well; have you thought about the name Christian, it's a peaceful and gentle name.
I guess if you say it's good that's fine with me, I don't have a place and I don't know how to take care of anything. Wait a minute I feel something like I'm stretching back down there.
Earl kind of chuckled; Billy look at the monitor that's your vent there and what you're feeling stretching is your vent opening to let your baby out. Now when they tell you to push you need to push as hard as you can come out to take three good pushes your son will be born.
Lex came around to the front and told Billy he needed relax for a minute to his blood pressure would go down because it was too high.
Earl helped Billy take some deep breaths and relax his body some more Christian slipped out. We're at his shoulders and Lex told him to gently push, as he tried to push his blood pressure spiked again.
Billy; I'm going to give you an injection to help you ease down your pressure. It may make you a little groggy, we have to do this before this baby is born.
Billy knew he was definitely in trouble as was Christian, Mr. Earl if anything happens to me promise to take care of Christian. He needs a good start in life, I feel that mine is gone.
Earl was holding Billy's hand when he heard his son cry, he smiled at Earl his head slumped downward as all of his vitals collapsed.
Earl gently hugged Billy and told him; you can rest now sweetheart the hard parts done brought him into the world and now it's my place to raise Christian for you. He kissed him on his cheek as the staff laid him backward to the gurney. The nursing staff had clean Christian up and placed him into the bassinet. Earl walked up to him caressed his face; you don't have to worry about anything Poppa Earl is here to take care of you my sweet Prince. Earl moved his shirt aside and picked up Christian and placed him upon his right gland so that he could nurse.
Lex walked up to Earl; we can find him a foster home temporarily until he can be placed with the family.
There's no need Lex he's got a home, with plenty of uncles to watch out for him and his Poppa Earl will make sure that he's nursed and raised right. When I lay his dad to rest it shall read Billy Earl O'Malley proud Daddy of Christian. He will not have just a number on the headstone, he will be remembered.
Earl took Christian to the lounge and took a seat as he gently nursed, he looked up and saw Mr. Zach walked through the door the big man had been crying.
Lex just told me what happened, if there's anything that you need for Christian just say it and I'll make it happen. We're going to start on a home for you and the boys, this young man needs a proper place to be raised and I make that happen.
Mr. Zack it doesn't have to be fancy it doesn't have big, as long as it's filled with love that's what matters and that's one thing Christian will never lack is love. Besides my normal routine of coming here and checking on Shannon I won't to start visiting the boys that are left in the program until they give birth. They all need names Mr. Zack no more numbers one little thing such as a name break the whole of the corporate machine that put them there.
Earl you won't get any argument from me, we need to go over there with a list of names and let them pick them out their own name. They're still 17 young man waiting to birth the longest one has two months left and he's not doing great mentally, I've talked to him but a dad will be better for him than anything. You know what the children need in their life, someone that they can count on.
Well I have six boys and a new grandson here; I think I've got the bases covered. They will all start visiting the young men so that they can get use to things I know you try to integrate them into the Z1 but there's the few that are still struggling but Poppa Earl will make it right.
Congratulations Earl you've got you a brand-new job with a brand-new title. Personal Relations Integration Specialist Earl O'Malley. So, if you care to leave, I'll carry you home along with Christian and Billy's services will be tomorrow at 2 PM, it will be a traditional Genmen going home ceremony he deserves that much from us.
Zack helped Earl out to the runner and make sure he was safe along with Christian and headed home to Charlie and Deeke's place.
As they pulled up the boys are out front playing as usual, and one by one they all ran up to the runner to see their dad and were shocked when they saw the baby that he was carrying in his arms.
Earl called his sons around and told them, I would like for you to meet your nephew his name is Christian Earl O'Malley he is joining the family as of now everyone is expected to help care for him and protect him because without them, he would be all alone. Mason took Christian from his dad's arms and gently caressed the baby's face.
I'm your uncle Mason if anyone gives you a hard time send them my way if I can't do it for Madison will you're at home your family and we will protect you.
Okay O'Malley Clan listen up we all have a new job every one of us and everyone will participate if you know what's good for you and your backside. At the recovery center there are 17 young Genman purebloods they are all pre-transition and all 17 of them are with child. Don't ask me how it happened because the stories too long they have no one else, they have no family but they have us. They have the O'Malley's because O'Malley's stick together, we take care of our own. Tomorrow at 2 o'clock there will be a service and burial for Christian's dad and we will all attend his funeral as his family this is not up for discussion this is in order from your dad to take care of another to see him off.
Earl turned and thanked Mr. Zack for bringing them home, we are going to have a little family time now so the boys can get to know Christian.
Zack embraced Earl and told welcome to the Z1 you're going to make it just fine and this family of yours will be getting a new home very soon.
Charlie and Deke were on the front porch listening to the whole entire outpouring of emotion and Charlie was crying his eyes out. As Earl approached the porch Charlie held his arms out and embraced him, come on in Poppa Earl one extra little mouth is not a problem it's only a blessing.
Zack went home and when he found Harry, he embraced him and told him how much he loved and adored him and the boys, no matter what they were his number one concern in life. Harry kissed his mate and responded; Lex called and said it was a rough day but Earl saved it for everyone. For off-Landers they had never been a problem they were a great addition to the family at the Z1.
The services were plain and simple and very heartfelt, Earl stood up at the last and asked everyone to consider opening up their hearts and their homes to the 17 final occupants of the boy's dorms who are soon to give birth and still needed sponsors. This was not of their design their choice or their making but you can help come by the center talk to Lex or me and will set up an interview between prospective sponsors and the boys.
The next few days were very busy, Lex had not seen this much activity in a while and so much interest, by Thursday 12 were to leave Friday for a weekend pass two different sponsors 3 more were for a week pass for possible placements. That only left 2 who needed placement one was Clayton, he was very defensive and mad at the world and didn't want nothing to do with the baby, the other was Gideon, he just didn't want to come out and meet anyone he felt as he wasn't good enough for anyone he had been spoilt and wasn't worthy.
Earl had been working with a recent recovery from a stasis pod, they knew one another from the orbiter. Oskar Reyes was from the maintenance department, when he awoke, he wasn't in a good mood he didn't like the strangers that were around him as they wouldn't tell him anything. Earl showed up any settled down Earl told him everything about where he was why they were here and that this would be their final destination.
Oskar had ventured out a couple times with Earl just to get the lay of the land, he even accompanied him to the center and had spoken to Gideon on several occasions trying to get his self-confidence up. That was no small task because the young man had none.
Oskar was being moved to one of the last bachelor cabins it was a two-bedroom, Earl had an idea but it would take time to bring them both along. His only concern was what to do with Clayton he was mad at the world and everyone in it.
As Earl left center for the day, he was approached by a large but disheveled Genman who introduced himself as Homer and he wished to sponsor one of the young men, if there was one available.
Earl looked Homer up and down and asked him if he was really serious about and if so, could they do an impromptu inspection of his living quarters today.
Homer was a little taken back and replied; it's a little dirty but it won't take me long to clean it up but please fill free to inspect my home it's been my home for me alone for a long time and I think it's time that I opened the doors to someone else.
Earl and Homer walked by some of the other workers quarters, there wasn't anything special about them. When they come to the end of the row there set one house with a white wooden rail fence flowers planted by the front gate in a pathway leading up to an immaculate home. There were flowers on the rails and the planters the place was painted like his right out of a storybook, lite pale yellow trimmed in white, black shutters and a bright red door. The Pathway leading up was a cobblestone inlay, the yard looked like was manicured, from the outside you could see curtains on every window.
Homer open the door and invited Earl inside, Earl looked around and couldn't find anything out of place in fact look like it was a museum for old earth. Homer was very proud of his living quarters and showed Earl everything, he apologized for some socks being on the floor in his room beside the bed. He carried him to the spare guest room, there was a beautiful quilt on the bed, lace doilies under the bedside lamps at the foot there was a seating chest and in the corner was a rocking chair.
Mr. Earl do you think this would please the young man, everything is as nice as I can possibly make it and when the baby arrives, he can rock it in the chair.
Earl looked back at Homer and replied; your home is very nice and is very fitting for anyone to stay, the only thing is we need to get you cleaned up. Nothing against you Homer but your little too rough around the edges and I need to soften your look.
I'm sorry Mr. Earl but I wear what I can because regular clothes don't fit me, I wear other people's miss fits and hand-me-downs because it's just me and I don't try to impress anyone.
Well Homer that is about to change I want to get my son Madison to carry us into the Township and you're going to go see Miss Sonia and she's going to do a makeover on you from head to toe, starting with your hair then we're going to go to do the rest and finish up with clothes. And trust me she can do a wonderful job so be ready tomorrow morning and we are going to see a whole new you.
When Earl left Homer's house, he returned to the center to inform two young men that tomorrow afternoon they both needed to be packed and ready for a weekend stay away from that dormitory. Earl left before either one of them could object.
The next morning bright and early Homer was waiting by his gate when Madison in the runner and Earl was sitting in the back with Eli who begged to come, nobody could turn down little Eli he was always like a piece of Velcro stuck to you. Homer had to set in the front seat because he couldn't fit into the back. With Madison and Homer both in the front the runner had a load to carry.
When they arrived at Sonja's place Earl gave Eli some money to go next door to do a little shopping around as long as Madison was with him. Eli was tickled to death.
Sonja's mouth almost fell open when she saw Homer walked through the door, this man was huge and kind of scary. But when Earl poked his head around his side she smiled, oh me, Mr. Earl you brought me a big one this time. I got me some work cut out today does he need the whole treatment top to bottom.
Sonja work your magic on Homer, he's been out that the Z1 working his ass off for years made a place for himself, nice pretty home and he is going to be a new sponsor for one of the found boys. And the one that he's taken on has got an attitude as big as him.
Well Homer let me tell you right now, I may have a few clothes to fit you baby, but I'm going to have to get creative but don't worry darling; miss Sonja takes care of all of her customers from the Z1. They you go right back there to that curtain and the big dressing room I will bring you a dressing gown that you can put on after you get out of them whatever your wearing so step through there and drop everything you got on.
Homer announced from the opposite side the curtain that he was ready for his robe, Sonja picked up a 4Xl and walked into the dressing area when she came face-to-face with muscles on legs, and a very prominent muscle was facing her. Oh Lord child, please turn around I'm a single woman I don't need to see that much, oh my. Damn the backside looks as good, tempting and delicious as the front side when they made you, they throw way the mold. I better not let my girls see you or somebody going to end up walking around here swollen up in a couple of months. This roaming going to fit let miss Sonja get you an extra sized towel to put around the waist. Sonja retrieved a towel and handed it to him.
Now baby make sure you keep everything covered up when you sit down, as I don't want my girls passing, their butts out.
Homer was very self-conscious he came out from the back of me wearing a towel covering himself.
The girls didn't make it any easier on him when they let out the Wolf whistles.
Hush now y'all sluts, we do not act that way here at miss Sonja's even when we have a fine- looking man like this here trying to get his groove going. There baby, I'm going to make your hair nice short so that it complements your beautiful face, the girls will be working on your feet and hands while I'm working up on the top section. And yes, let's keep your hands off of the goodies, he's a customer not an object. The girls massaged his arms, his legs, his feet and did a manicure and pedicure. Sonja took care of his hair, and give him a facial.
Sonja had a set of clothing laying out in the back along with the jock so that he could keep all of that up close and personal. She looked at Earl, you going to have shown him how to put on down there because he probably has never worn anything before and especially not something like that. Earl chuckled; yes, ma'am I'll make sure he gets it on properly and then he can dress himself.
Sonja was correct he didn't know what with it, but after a couple of stumbles and mishaps he was finally able to maneuver himself. It was a struggle to get it all in the pouch but when he did, he look nice huge arms huge chest, narrow waist, perfect V-shaped muscular back and Standing at 6 foot 6 that didn't hurt either. The size 16 shoes were only available in two styles, a man's sandal and a pair work boot.
The large open neck shirt accommodated his pecks and trimmed down and showed off his eight pack, his pants were a flex type material so that he could fit all of his gluteus maximus within along with his tree trunk legs. There was an overlay shirt, a nice thin belt along with shades to finish off his newly polished look. Unbeknownst to him she had put six sets of clothing together for him along with some new work clothes that would accent his body but yet allow him to work freely and show off his physique.
The new improved Homer, no longer homeless Homer walked out of the dressing room looking like the star he was. Miss Sonja started giggling and cackling neither one down this Sonja's place had done it again. Homer could not believe what he saw in the mirror, this wasn't him he didn't look like this, what is on the Mirror was a stranger looking back.
Sonja walked up beside him and gently placed her arm around his waist and patted him on his stomach; see there baby you look fine just need me to bring the inner you out now not let this look go away you keep this look going you show up down here once every two weeks and I'll take care your hair and the girls to take care you nails and your feet because there's no reason even though you work hard for a living on that ranch that you have to look the way you did. Who knows we might even be hearing some bells ringing before long? Now let the three of us walked next door to Constantine's and introduce you to the world and let's hope they got their muzzles on.
The girls had already placed all the packages into the speeder for Earl so that Homer wouldn't know he had a whole new wardrobe.
Earl was the first one to walk in followed by Sonja who took Homer's hand and brought him into the malt shop. There were a couple things that hit the floor and we're talking dishes one of the guys in the back kitchen dropped his spatula. Madison missed his mouth with his's spoon of ice cream if that was even possible, he reached over and pushed Eli's mouth closed that was wide open. The three cross the diner and set down, the ever gentleman Homer help Sonja with her chair.
Madison was the first one to speak, damn where did you find clothes that would fit him, I didn't realize he was that big.
Homer looked around and replied; I'm not that big, I just work hard every day on my job this is the end result, I'm just me.
Dude you are massive, when we get back to the ranch, you'll have to lock your gate and door to keep the gawkers out.
Everyone set at the table and was talking, Earl brought up the subject of the sponsorship of Clayton and how he would definitely need some help when it got closer time for the baby to be born because their weren't any homes ready for an infant.
Homer responded; Mr. Earl don't you think that maybe he would consider keeping his baby if he had the right exposure prior to giving birth. Maybe someone that's been in his same position or almost someone that's maybe the same gestational period that he is.
It would be great if we found a young Genman couple that was having a baby and maybe they didn't start off so good but it worked out you know somebody let them drop by and let them visit with Clayton. I have someone in mind I'll work on it tonight, besides when Drake gets a view all this, he is going to have a hard time and his mate Jeffrey away from me. They all laughed, for someone that had no confidence Homer sure had crawled out of his shell.
Dad I don't mean to break the big party and a good party but it's getting late in the morning and I need to get the buggy back to Mr. Zach soon. Sure, let's go I believe everybody has got everything they need. Homer leaned over and kissed Sonja gently on her cheek and thanked her for everything that her in the girls had done for him, she would see him once again for touchups.
When they arrived back at the ranch and went to Homer's house there were a few of the guys standing around talking. Homer got out with Earl who retrieve some packages out of the back of the speeder, as they walked up the pathway to Homer's a couple of the guys stood there gawking at the new Homer, when Eli popped off, I bet you wished your boyfriend look like that. Madison grabbed him and stuffed him in the seat and held him down. You could tell it got to the rest of them know there was a couple of that were red-faced and one even vented himself. Madison had to laugh at that one, so the hot Homer got to him.
Earl returned to the speeder and want to know just exactly what was so damn funny out here, as they drove off Madison busted out laughing as he told his dad what happened with Eli and the men.
Earl smiled I just love when great plan comes together just wait till tomorrow when Clayton arrives for the weekend, definitely going to see somebody venting himself again.
Were made a phone call and asked Drake if he and Jeffrey could come over for a little bit of Coolwater he needed to talk to them about something very important, Drake replied; sure, we will be over in about 15 minutes do you need us to bring anything.
No Drake; just yourselves and an open mind, don't be shocked at what you see.
About 15 minutes later Homer saw Drake helping Jeffrey up the pathway at 7-1/2 months along he was really plump, Drake was the constant mate watching over his child and his love. Drake knocked on the door and it was opened.
Neither one could believe what they saw, Jeffrey stumbled for his words. Is all that you Homer?
Yeah just had a little tune-up done today, little haircut, nails, clothing, the whole 9 yards and I'll tell you why if you would come in here and have a seat.
It didn't take long for them to take a seat and start sipping on the Coolwater that they were given.
Well guys; I'm going to be a sponsor for one the rescue boys, his name is Clayton. He's not in a good way, he's resistant to the whole idea of becoming a dad. He doesn't have much of a choice they're getting ready to shut down the center since there's only a few remaining so this is his last chance. I'm gonna watch over him until the baby is born and since there's no viable foster homes for the baby, they will be under my care here in my home. He needs somebody that's been where he is now and there's for you come in Jeffrey. I need you to talk to him he needs to know that somebody else knows what it's like to be young, afraid, alone and inexperienced.
Homer I don't know; it's great that you're doing what you're trying to do and maybe I can help out look at me I'm seven and half months pregnant how much help you think I can be.
More than you realize he is seven and half months pregnant, so you two can relate on so many aspects that Drake and I can't. If it is Too much to ask of you let me know now and there's no hard feelings but a child should really be raised by his blood, I thought if anyone could get through it would be you.
Jeffrey thought about it, okay is coming tomorrow will be here noonish Saturday if you haven't killed each other by then and we will take a light lunch. Nothing fancy just a few things going on and plenty of Coolwater because it's going to be intense.
Homer reached over and hugged him, which startled Jeffrey because Homer was not a touchy-feely person. Drake and Jeffrey left and talked about the whole situation all the way home.
Homer walked to his bedroom and looked at his self in the long mirror, damn I am good looking after all guess hard work pays off.
At 9 AM there was a knock upon Homer's door, he opened the door and was surprised to see Mr. Zack standing next to Earl, he showed them into his house.
Zach was amazed, it was hard to believe that this was a standard issue cottage but it was a beautiful home that Homer had created for himself and anyone he chose to live there with him. Well Homer looks like you're getting ready to take that deep plunge, being a sponsor's a lot of responsibility, but from what I can see here be just fine let's go introduce you to young Mr. Clayton the one with the attitude.
The three men went out to Zach's speeder and they headed over to the dorms.
Earl was the first one in followed by Zach, then Homer. Earl spoke; okay boys I hope you're ready you got your clothing packed for the weekend. Gideon your staying with me and my family but Mr. Clayton you are being assigned to Mr. Homer you are going to be his guest for this weekend. And I don't think you will have any reason to give him any lip service or attitude because he's not going to bring you back just because you act up a little, you are staying the entire weekend. Do I make myself clear young man?
Clayton straightened up and looked over at Homer and meekly answered; yes, Sir the whole weekend and I will not give him any problems Sir; he doesn't have to worry about that.
Homer walked over to the young man and held out his hand to help him up. He picked up the young man's bag and they walked the doors. Homer was being the perfect gentleman and sponsor.
Gideon looked at Earl; guess you couldn't find anybody that wanted me, around could you?
As a matter of fact, yes but his place isn't finished yet so he will come over and visit you at my home, you remember the other off-lander Oskar. He has expressed interest in you and wishes to become your sponsor, but he just doesn't want to do it for just the weekend he wants more of a permanent role such as a full-time caretaker of you and the baby. I know him from the orbiter and he is a very nice man, the times that he has spent with you here you made a big impression on him so let's start with the weekend and see where it goes from there.
Gideon perked up, someone might actually want him to stay around and his baby too.
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Mr. Zack drove off from the dorm with Earl, Homer and the two young men in tow, their first stop was at Homer's place. Clayton looked at the white fence and a yellow house and swallowed very hard. It looked like a showpiece in the middle of a war zone compared to the other houses around it. Homer took the bag and helped the very pregnant Clayton out of the back seat. As they walked through the gate a couple of the neighbors were there and of course Joe had to make a comment; Homer; kinda young there and plump, can't have much fun with that one.
Homer didn't look in his direction when he backhanded the man, he hit him so hard he knocked him about 6 foot backwards and flipped him into the dirt, when Joe looked up four teeth were missing and his lip was swelled.
Clayton looked around and saw the man lying on the ground and asked, was he okay?
He'll be fine he's just clumsy that way, always falling down on his face. Now let's get you into the house so you can get comfortable.
Zack looked at Joe cleared his throat; think you might want to take that smart mouth and broken teeth over to the infirmary as if they can patch you up a little bit. But I wouldn't come back around here with any smart remarks or you just might get a little bit more of the same or even worse, Joe covered his mouth and walked off toward the infirmary. No one else said a word as Zach and Earl drove off with Gideon.
Homer opened the door and let Clayton walk in, he didn't know what to say. Fresh flowers in a vase on the coffee table and on the dining table there was a full serving set along with a vase of flowers.
I figured after you get settled into your room you might be a tad bit hungry so I made some snack sandwiches and we can sit here at the table and get to know one another.
Clayton blushed; he did know what else to do he couldn't be sarcastic this was more than he'd ever seen in his lifetime, someone who didn't have to was being nice to him. He thanked Homer for his hospitality and asked if he could see his room.
Homer pointed out to the door which led to Clayton's room and told him to go inside and get acquainted he would bring his bag in a minute.
Clayton walked in the room and was taken back; it was immaculate on the bedside table was a vase of fresh flowers and beside it set a rocking chair with a padded seat and something lace across the back where his head would be. Clayton couldn't help himself; he walked directly to the rocking chair and took a seat. He gently laid his head back and began to rock his baby responded by gently moving around as though he was pleased. Clayton was holding his belly when he looked up and saw Homer smiling from the doorway; it looks like you both enjoy that chair, I made that chair these two hands and with love, I can do anything I want if I only put my mind, my heart and my soul into it. I'm glad that you and the baby both like it.
Clayton smiled; his tough guy coldhearted image was fading fast, thank you very much for taking us in I can't believe anyone would do this for a stranger much less some dumb pre-transition kid who's knocked up with the baby from who knows.
Clayton; you have to give yourself more credit, what happened to you know that it should never happen to anyone but you need to realize that you're worthy and that child that you carry is a precious gift that is worthy of your love and attention as well as others. Any child that is conceived no matter how is a gift, and they are here for a reason though we may not know why, they are.
While you get unpacked, I'm going to go set up brunch and some Coolwater over ice for us to drink, I hope you enjoy it.
Mr. Homer; I wish to thank you for me and my baby, you will not regret letting us stay here.
Coming Soon -- Part 28
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