Fic: The Passenger (6/?)
Title: The Passenger (6/?)
Author: Amberwinters
Pairing: Adam/Kris
Rating: PG-13/R
Summary: AU fic where Kris Allen is returning from a missionary trip from Lesotho and meets his polar opposite on the flight home. Kris had no idea how powerful opposites attract and his life becomes even more of a rollercoaster.
Wordcount: 3,238
Notes: Enjoy the next installment. Comments are always appreciated even good, bad or otherwise :)
Warnings: Only some cursing so far. I will update warnings as we go.
Part 1: http://amberwinters.livejournal.com/68332.html
Part 2: http://amberwinters.livejournal.com/68503.html
Part 3: http://amberwinters.livejournal.com/68734.html
Part 4: http://amberwinters.livejournal.com/68928.html
Part 5: http://amberwinters.livejournal.com/69136.html
Kris was at a loss for words and then starting blabbering which served to dig a deeper hole, “It is not what you think. I came to New York to help a friend and he happened to know Adam Lambert. I think the fans just assumed since I was a guy, Adam was into me. I barely know the guy.”
“Really? So you didn’t have dinner with Adam and his band?”
Kris was really freaking out, “Well, everyone was invited…”
“Kris you were in a private booth with Adam’s arm around you like you were his date.”
Kris was too flustered to think through a lie, “How do you even know that?”
“Kris, it is all over the blogs.”
“When did you start reading blogs about Adam Lambert?” Kris was confused.
“Not all of us spend most of our time in remote villages. In case you didn’t notice the guy is famous and his fans a bit obsessive. Kris you are in over your head. Since when are you even into pop stars? I know you like music but you weren’t into Adam Lambert. Kris, I know you are naïve sometimes but you can’t expect to be seen in a booth with America’s favorite gay man’s arm around you without people thinking you are gay.”
“So I shouldn’t be his friend?”
“I thought you hardly knew him?”
Kris noticed Adam looking over at him and Kris felt bad he was talking on his cell while Adam was playing. Plus, he wanted to see the concert and it was obvious his mother was not buying his lies. “Mom, I gotta go.”
“Are you at his concert, Kristopher? Don’t even embarrass yourself by answering no since I recognize the song in the background is trespassing.”
Kris felt like he was five again sneaking a cookie, “Yes, he invited me to his concert.”
“I have no idea what is going on but you better make things right with Katy. Have you been to the doctor? Maybe you have some worm eating at your skull.”
“Ok, well, when I get home I will get a check-up. Bye, Mom”
Kris hung up and watched the concert. Adam was incredible. Kris could see the audience from the sidelines and was just amazed at how they worshipped him. Kris had often wanted to pursue music but had been a bit shy performing. In fact, he often wondered how famous musicians performed in front of thousands of people but after seeing the energy between Adam and his fans, Kris knew whatever fears performing caused the euphoria of the pleasing a crowd would outweigh it by a mile.
Adam came off for a break before the encores. He spoke to the sound director and then came by Kris, “Hey, what do you think?”
“I think you are incredible and amazing.”
Adam smiled and kissed Kris on the lips, “Yeah, well I think you’re pretty hot too.” Adam laughed. “I have two more songs then we need to hit an after party.”
“Will there be paparazzi?”
“I hope so otherwise it is a wasted PR moment.”
“Adam, I can’t be seen in public with you, I have a girlfriend.”
Adam shrugged, “Not my problem. I already gave you a suggestion and I guess you didn’t listen.”
Kris was confused, “What suggestion?”
“Dump her. I gotta get back on stage, babe. I will see you soon.” Adam kissed him a bit more aggressively and Kris could see some fans on the side snapping their cameras and cell phones. Kris pulled back, “You’re fucking with me.”
Adam shrugged, “I am in character and so should you be. Your character should not be thinking about his beard.”
Kris shook his head, “It is not a beard when you are heterosexual. It’s a girlfriend.”
“A rose by any other name…”
Adam went back on stage. Kris knew this would be his only chance to call Katy before she saw pictures of Adam kissing him. He went further backstage to a quieter area and called Katy. She answered, “Did you even go to Africa? Have you been in LA leading a dual life as a gay man?”
“Katy, don’t be ridiculous. It is not what it seems. Look, I can explain. When I got to New York I met Adam Lambert because he is actually friends with…Peter, the sick friend I was helping. Adam came to visit Peter and we got to talking and he asked me if I would help him win his ex back. If I had known it would go public, I would have told him no but it seemed harmless. I would back out now but Adam is really heartbroken about his ex.”
Kris wasn’t sure what he was expecting as a reaction but he did not expect her question, “Is he trying to get back that jerk Gavin?”
Kris once again could not believe his friends and family seemed to know Adam better than him. “Maybe. I haven’t met the ex yet.”
“Kris, you can’t help Adam get him back because he is a jerk. Kris, you need to convince Adam to move on.”
Kris couldn’t believe how this was spiraling, “How do you know he is jerk?”
“Everyone but Adam knows he’s a jerk. Look, I know you like helping people and I can even sort of see how this situation could happen. Well, not really but I knew it couldn’t be true. You are the furthest thing from a gay man. If you were any straighter you’d be a ruler. Plus, it did seem a little farfetched that Adam would really pick you over all the boys that must throw themselves at him. Anyway, I could forgive you for being dumb but I will never forgive you if you let that jerk back in Adam’s life.”
Kris was just confused, “Katy, you don’t even know Adam.”
“I probably know him better than you since at least I am a fan and know his ex was a jerk. So, is he beautiful in person? What does he smell like?”
Kris was confused by the questions, “I don’t know he doesn’t smell.”
“Everyone that meets him always says he smells good. Your Mom and I were supposed to meet him when he came to Little Rock but they cancelled the meet and greet.”
Kris didn’t even want to know why Katy and his Mom were going to n Adam Lambert show but based on the audience it would seem most of Adam’s fans were older but still this did not seem like a something his Mom would like, “Did my father go to the concert too?”
Katy laughed, “Really, Kristopher, does it seem like a show your father would enjoy? No, last year your Mom and I went to the concert and made it like a girls weekend. I told you about it but obviously you don’t really listen. Anyway, you need to focus and make sure you do not get Adam back with Gavin. The guy will ruin him and his career.”
“OK, Katy. I will try and watch out for Gavin. Can you try and get my mother to understand? She thinks I have gone over the deep end.”
“OK but when this is all over I want to meet Adam. Make him come to Conway as part of the thank you.”
“Well, if I don’t reunite him with his ex, it might not be a thank you. So you won’t be upset if you see pictures of me being affectionate toward him as part of this charade?”
“How affectionate?” Kris could hear the concern in her tone.
Kris remembered seeing the flashes, “He kissed me before going back on stage.”
Katy laughed, “I am not sure if I should be jealous about you or of you. Actually, I am surprised you didn’t freak out on him.”
Kris decided to stretch the truth a bit, “I was freaking out inside but I was also too surprised to react.”
Katy sighed, “I think you are going to end up screwing this up. He should have just picked a gay fan to play this role. I mean Kris you are cute an all but really the great Glambert couldn’t find a real boyfriend or hire a professional escort? Gavin was a prick but very good looking not to be blunt but he is very opposite the boy next door and sort of out of your league.”
Kris was annoyed at Katy’s comments and not so subtle put-downs. Kris also realized he was a bit jealous of Gavin, “Well, regardless of the reason, Adam asked me to do this and I agreed. I can’t back out now so please just don’t be mad and I will see you in a few days.”
“Does he know you are not gay?”
Kris was happy to finally be honest, “I told him I was straight and I told him I had a girlfriend. Besides like you said, if he really wanted some action, he could have picked up a gay fan.”
“OK, call me tomorrow and I will try and tell your mother that you are just trying to help Adam. I love you, Kris.”
“I love you too, Katy.” Kris hung up and turned to see Brian standing there, “Hi, Brian.”
“Dude, we have an after party and Adam is getting pretty annoyed he can’t find you. I will refrain from telling him you were busy talking to your girlfriend.”
Kris just followed Brian back to the group. Adam was finishing up retouching his makeup, “Hey, where were you hiding?”
“I wasn’t hiding. I had to make a phone call. As you know my family thinks I am helping a sick friend and your fans posting me all over twitter created some holes in the story.”
“Which is why you shouldn’t lie to family.”
Kris just shook his head at the hypocrisy.
Brian was not so restrained, “That’s rich, boss. You telling the guy you hired to pretend to be your boyfriend that he shouldn’t lie.”
“I didn’t hire him. I asked him to simply play a role. Now stop being antagonistic. Is everyone ready to go?”
Brian smiled, “We are waiting on you, pretty boy.”
The makeup artist finished and Adam thanked her. They headed to a night club for the promo party. Kris had been to bars but not really nightclubs. They arrived and there was a long line with bouncers obviously only letting the pretty and rich in. Kris was actually glad Adam had him dress up. They went to the front and everyone in line seemed to recognize Adam but were playing it cool. Kris could see them trying to take pictures on the sly with their cell phones. Kris noticed many of the people on line were men and questioned it to Lane on the way inside, “Is this a gay club?”
“It is very gay friendly but I wouldn’t say it was a “gay” club. Out Magazine is hosting the promo party so it probably advertised in the LGBT community more.”
Adam obviously overheard Kris’ concern and snidely remarked, “I hope you are not uncomfortable especially since you are supposed to be playing my boyfriend.”
Kris was getting fed up with Adam being a jerk and decided to be one too. Kris boldly ran his hand over Adam’s ass and rested it on his hip, “Just asking so I know how hands on I should be as your pretend boyfriend.”
Instead of reacting to the snarky comment, Adam smiled and moved Kris’ hand over his crotch, “Very.”
Kris laughed and pulled his hand back, “Remind me not to play chicken with you.”
Adam grabbed his hand and pulled him toward the dance floor, “I love this song.”
“Er…I don’t dance.”
“Well, the new you does. Come on surely you can knock out a line dance move or something.”
Kris wasn’t used to dancing with less than four beers in him. Katy made him dance sometimes but he never liked it. The floor was packed so the pressure to dance well was taken away since anything more than moving in place was not possible. Adam seemed to be able to shake it and was attracting a lot of attention from some of the men around them. Even odder, Kris found some of the men actually looking at him too. Katy also was not has hands on as Adam. Adam pulled Kris against him which should have been uncomfortable but Kris liked feeling Adam move to the beat and the boy could move. Kris felt himself hardening and feeling very warm. Kris needed a break, “Can we take a break?”
“Sure, let’s get a drink”
Adam grabbed his hand and pulled him to the bar. Some really glittery people were talking to Adam and complementing him on his music. Kris just relaxed against the bar until one of the guys tried to engage him in a conversation.
“You having a good time, darling?”
“Yeah, not bad.”
“You look a little bored, you want me to try to liven it up for you?”
Kris noticed the guy was a bit in his personal space and was getting uncomfortable. The man placed his hand on the back of Kris’ head and ran his fingers through his hair. Even before Kris could react, Adam pushed the guy, “Back off. He is with me so keep your hands off him.”
The guy looked Adam up and down, “You think because you are a rock star you can just have anything you want.”
“I think you are going to regret man handling my boy and being an asshole to me.”
Adam’s bodyguards came over to ask if there was a problem. The guy’s friends were apologizing profusely hoping to prevent their friend from getting beat up. Adam was still mad but rather than make a bigger scene he told them the guy was just a jerk and no harm done. Adam grabbed their drinks and pulled Kris back to the table with the rest of the band.
Kris was not wimpy but he typically wasn’t one to escalate conflict unnecessarily. Adam seemed to thrive on it and get away with it. Kris felt compelled to say something, “I could have handled that guy. You didn’t have to get all caveman and pick a fight. I am not a girl, you know.”
Adam ran his hand over Kris’ crotch, “Oh, I know.” Adam winked and then pulled his hand back, “Kris, you are my guest and I am responsible for your well being. I looked over and some asshole was upsetting you what was I supposed to do? Besides, it’s not like I don’t have bodyguards to prevent me from making an ass out of myself. Gavin used to love when I became protective.”
“I am not Gavin and I think as adults we have a responsibility to avoid unnecessary situations. I appreciate you being chivalrous but please don’t but yourself in harm’s way on my account. Once I regained my wits I would have just told him I wasn’t interested and moved closer to you.”
Adam seemed to be confused for a minute and then seemed to agree, “I guess that might’ve worked too. You have a very interesting take on things, Kristopher Allen.”
“I hope that isn’t a euphemism for being dull.”
Adam laughed, “I don’t think you would ever be dull; I just think you are intriguingly low key. It is kind of refreshing in a way. I have to go to some PR crap, why don’t you hang out with Lane. She will scare away any would be aggressors better than my body guards.”
Kris hung out by Lane sipping his drink and watching Adam. Adam had the charm dialed all the way up and was talking to many of the patrons. Kris noticed both women and men were throwing themselves at Adam. Kris could see how a boyfriend would get jealous but also noticed Adam only engaged to a limit. He allowed some manhandling and kisses on the cheek but he didn’t allow full on groping or kisses on the mouth.
Adam came back over a little leery, “There were some exuberant fans.”
Kris just laughed, “That’s one way to describe it. You made their night so that must feel good. You also are really good at going with the flow and making no still feel good.”
“You weren’t jealous?”
“How could I be jealous when I am not really your boyfriend?”
“You are supposed to be pretending.”
“Even if I was pretending I wouldn’t get jealous. As good as a flirt you are, that wasn’t a very threatening situation for a boyfriend. You barely had five minutes with any one person.”
“Well, I picked you up in what, three minutes?”
“You didn’t ‘pick me up’ you offered me a free upgrade on a 17 hour flight. I would have taken that deal from a serial killer.”
Adam laughed and then gave Kris a quick peck on the lips. Although it seemed to be a friendly gesture, Adam paused as he pulled away. Kris couldn’t help but look into Adam’s eyes and without thinking moved closer for a deeper kiss. Kris was enjoying the feel of Adam invading his mouth when he felt Adam jerk back and Lane lean in, “Boys, there are more cameras in this place then a fashion show so stop sucking face so obscenely.”
Adam shrugged, “I am trying to pass him off as a boyfriend.”
“Well, I am not sure Kris wants to be known as your boyfriend especially since your goal seems to be to get back with Gavin.”
Adam became furious, “My goal is to get back AT Gavin not with Gavin.”
“Really, because last I checked the best revenge was living well and this seems more like a ridiculous attempt to stir up some drama. Be careful, Adam, because you are going to end up hurting yourself more and dragging Kris down with you.”
“Kris knows the deal so stop interfering. You really have a boundary problem, Lane.”
Kris knew he was about to witness another scene and possible resignation, “Adam, if your PR work is done, why don’t we just go back to the hotel.”
Adam looked at Kris and seemed to pause, “Yeah, ok that sounds good. Lane, we are going to head out.”
Lane took a deep breath, “OK, let’s just all leave as a group.”
Lane quickly rallied everyone and they headed out. The rest of the band wanted to go to another club but Adam declined. Kris was glad since he was exhausted and a bit buzzed. Adam and Kris just headed to the hotel. Kris, was a bit worried whether Adam really was just trying to get back with his ex.
“Are you hoping to rekindle your relationship with Gavin?”
Adam exploded, “Hell, no, that asshole would have to beg for the rest of eternity for me to take him back. He just deserves a taste of his own medicine and I want him to know I am over him.”
Kris sighed. Adam was in denial. Lane was right no one who was over an ex would ever hatch such a stupid plan. Kris needed to remind himself Adam was just using him according to the plan and that none of the feelings were real. Unfortunately, Kris’ heart didn’t seem to be listening to his brain.
Author: Amberwinters
Pairing: Adam/Kris
Rating: PG-13/R
Summary: AU fic where Kris Allen is returning from a missionary trip from Lesotho and meets his polar opposite on the flight home. Kris had no idea how powerful opposites attract and his life becomes even more of a rollercoaster.
Wordcount: 3,238
Notes: Enjoy the next installment. Comments are always appreciated even good, bad or otherwise :)
Warnings: Only some cursing so far. I will update warnings as we go.
Part 1: http://amberwinters.livejournal.com/68332.html
Part 2: http://amberwinters.livejournal.com/68503.html
Part 3: http://amberwinters.livejournal.com/68734.html
Part 4: http://amberwinters.livejournal.com/68928.html
Part 5: http://amberwinters.livejournal.com/69136.html
Kris was at a loss for words and then starting blabbering which served to dig a deeper hole, “It is not what you think. I came to New York to help a friend and he happened to know Adam Lambert. I think the fans just assumed since I was a guy, Adam was into me. I barely know the guy.”
“Really? So you didn’t have dinner with Adam and his band?”
Kris was really freaking out, “Well, everyone was invited…”
“Kris you were in a private booth with Adam’s arm around you like you were his date.”
Kris was too flustered to think through a lie, “How do you even know that?”
“Kris, it is all over the blogs.”
“When did you start reading blogs about Adam Lambert?” Kris was confused.
“Not all of us spend most of our time in remote villages. In case you didn’t notice the guy is famous and his fans a bit obsessive. Kris you are in over your head. Since when are you even into pop stars? I know you like music but you weren’t into Adam Lambert. Kris, I know you are naïve sometimes but you can’t expect to be seen in a booth with America’s favorite gay man’s arm around you without people thinking you are gay.”
“So I shouldn’t be his friend?”
“I thought you hardly knew him?”
Kris noticed Adam looking over at him and Kris felt bad he was talking on his cell while Adam was playing. Plus, he wanted to see the concert and it was obvious his mother was not buying his lies. “Mom, I gotta go.”
“Are you at his concert, Kristopher? Don’t even embarrass yourself by answering no since I recognize the song in the background is trespassing.”
Kris felt like he was five again sneaking a cookie, “Yes, he invited me to his concert.”
“I have no idea what is going on but you better make things right with Katy. Have you been to the doctor? Maybe you have some worm eating at your skull.”
“Ok, well, when I get home I will get a check-up. Bye, Mom”
Kris hung up and watched the concert. Adam was incredible. Kris could see the audience from the sidelines and was just amazed at how they worshipped him. Kris had often wanted to pursue music but had been a bit shy performing. In fact, he often wondered how famous musicians performed in front of thousands of people but after seeing the energy between Adam and his fans, Kris knew whatever fears performing caused the euphoria of the pleasing a crowd would outweigh it by a mile.
Adam came off for a break before the encores. He spoke to the sound director and then came by Kris, “Hey, what do you think?”
“I think you are incredible and amazing.”
Adam smiled and kissed Kris on the lips, “Yeah, well I think you’re pretty hot too.” Adam laughed. “I have two more songs then we need to hit an after party.”
“Will there be paparazzi?”
“I hope so otherwise it is a wasted PR moment.”
“Adam, I can’t be seen in public with you, I have a girlfriend.”
Adam shrugged, “Not my problem. I already gave you a suggestion and I guess you didn’t listen.”
Kris was confused, “What suggestion?”
“Dump her. I gotta get back on stage, babe. I will see you soon.” Adam kissed him a bit more aggressively and Kris could see some fans on the side snapping their cameras and cell phones. Kris pulled back, “You’re fucking with me.”
Adam shrugged, “I am in character and so should you be. Your character should not be thinking about his beard.”
Kris shook his head, “It is not a beard when you are heterosexual. It’s a girlfriend.”
“A rose by any other name…”
Adam went back on stage. Kris knew this would be his only chance to call Katy before she saw pictures of Adam kissing him. He went further backstage to a quieter area and called Katy. She answered, “Did you even go to Africa? Have you been in LA leading a dual life as a gay man?”
“Katy, don’t be ridiculous. It is not what it seems. Look, I can explain. When I got to New York I met Adam Lambert because he is actually friends with…Peter, the sick friend I was helping. Adam came to visit Peter and we got to talking and he asked me if I would help him win his ex back. If I had known it would go public, I would have told him no but it seemed harmless. I would back out now but Adam is really heartbroken about his ex.”
Kris wasn’t sure what he was expecting as a reaction but he did not expect her question, “Is he trying to get back that jerk Gavin?”
Kris once again could not believe his friends and family seemed to know Adam better than him. “Maybe. I haven’t met the ex yet.”
“Kris, you can’t help Adam get him back because he is a jerk. Kris, you need to convince Adam to move on.”
Kris couldn’t believe how this was spiraling, “How do you know he is jerk?”
“Everyone but Adam knows he’s a jerk. Look, I know you like helping people and I can even sort of see how this situation could happen. Well, not really but I knew it couldn’t be true. You are the furthest thing from a gay man. If you were any straighter you’d be a ruler. Plus, it did seem a little farfetched that Adam would really pick you over all the boys that must throw themselves at him. Anyway, I could forgive you for being dumb but I will never forgive you if you let that jerk back in Adam’s life.”
Kris was just confused, “Katy, you don’t even know Adam.”
“I probably know him better than you since at least I am a fan and know his ex was a jerk. So, is he beautiful in person? What does he smell like?”
Kris was confused by the questions, “I don’t know he doesn’t smell.”
“Everyone that meets him always says he smells good. Your Mom and I were supposed to meet him when he came to Little Rock but they cancelled the meet and greet.”
Kris didn’t even want to know why Katy and his Mom were going to n Adam Lambert show but based on the audience it would seem most of Adam’s fans were older but still this did not seem like a something his Mom would like, “Did my father go to the concert too?”
Katy laughed, “Really, Kristopher, does it seem like a show your father would enjoy? No, last year your Mom and I went to the concert and made it like a girls weekend. I told you about it but obviously you don’t really listen. Anyway, you need to focus and make sure you do not get Adam back with Gavin. The guy will ruin him and his career.”
“OK, Katy. I will try and watch out for Gavin. Can you try and get my mother to understand? She thinks I have gone over the deep end.”
“OK but when this is all over I want to meet Adam. Make him come to Conway as part of the thank you.”
“Well, if I don’t reunite him with his ex, it might not be a thank you. So you won’t be upset if you see pictures of me being affectionate toward him as part of this charade?”
“How affectionate?” Kris could hear the concern in her tone.
Kris remembered seeing the flashes, “He kissed me before going back on stage.”
Katy laughed, “I am not sure if I should be jealous about you or of you. Actually, I am surprised you didn’t freak out on him.”
Kris decided to stretch the truth a bit, “I was freaking out inside but I was also too surprised to react.”
Katy sighed, “I think you are going to end up screwing this up. He should have just picked a gay fan to play this role. I mean Kris you are cute an all but really the great Glambert couldn’t find a real boyfriend or hire a professional escort? Gavin was a prick but very good looking not to be blunt but he is very opposite the boy next door and sort of out of your league.”
Kris was annoyed at Katy’s comments and not so subtle put-downs. Kris also realized he was a bit jealous of Gavin, “Well, regardless of the reason, Adam asked me to do this and I agreed. I can’t back out now so please just don’t be mad and I will see you in a few days.”
“Does he know you are not gay?”
Kris was happy to finally be honest, “I told him I was straight and I told him I had a girlfriend. Besides like you said, if he really wanted some action, he could have picked up a gay fan.”
“OK, call me tomorrow and I will try and tell your mother that you are just trying to help Adam. I love you, Kris.”
“I love you too, Katy.” Kris hung up and turned to see Brian standing there, “Hi, Brian.”
“Dude, we have an after party and Adam is getting pretty annoyed he can’t find you. I will refrain from telling him you were busy talking to your girlfriend.”
Kris just followed Brian back to the group. Adam was finishing up retouching his makeup, “Hey, where were you hiding?”
“I wasn’t hiding. I had to make a phone call. As you know my family thinks I am helping a sick friend and your fans posting me all over twitter created some holes in the story.”
“Which is why you shouldn’t lie to family.”
Kris just shook his head at the hypocrisy.
Brian was not so restrained, “That’s rich, boss. You telling the guy you hired to pretend to be your boyfriend that he shouldn’t lie.”
“I didn’t hire him. I asked him to simply play a role. Now stop being antagonistic. Is everyone ready to go?”
Brian smiled, “We are waiting on you, pretty boy.”
The makeup artist finished and Adam thanked her. They headed to a night club for the promo party. Kris had been to bars but not really nightclubs. They arrived and there was a long line with bouncers obviously only letting the pretty and rich in. Kris was actually glad Adam had him dress up. They went to the front and everyone in line seemed to recognize Adam but were playing it cool. Kris could see them trying to take pictures on the sly with their cell phones. Kris noticed many of the people on line were men and questioned it to Lane on the way inside, “Is this a gay club?”
“It is very gay friendly but I wouldn’t say it was a “gay” club. Out Magazine is hosting the promo party so it probably advertised in the LGBT community more.”
Adam obviously overheard Kris’ concern and snidely remarked, “I hope you are not uncomfortable especially since you are supposed to be playing my boyfriend.”
Kris was getting fed up with Adam being a jerk and decided to be one too. Kris boldly ran his hand over Adam’s ass and rested it on his hip, “Just asking so I know how hands on I should be as your pretend boyfriend.”
Instead of reacting to the snarky comment, Adam smiled and moved Kris’ hand over his crotch, “Very.”
Kris laughed and pulled his hand back, “Remind me not to play chicken with you.”
Adam grabbed his hand and pulled him toward the dance floor, “I love this song.”
“Er…I don’t dance.”
“Well, the new you does. Come on surely you can knock out a line dance move or something.”
Kris wasn’t used to dancing with less than four beers in him. Katy made him dance sometimes but he never liked it. The floor was packed so the pressure to dance well was taken away since anything more than moving in place was not possible. Adam seemed to be able to shake it and was attracting a lot of attention from some of the men around them. Even odder, Kris found some of the men actually looking at him too. Katy also was not has hands on as Adam. Adam pulled Kris against him which should have been uncomfortable but Kris liked feeling Adam move to the beat and the boy could move. Kris felt himself hardening and feeling very warm. Kris needed a break, “Can we take a break?”
“Sure, let’s get a drink”
Adam grabbed his hand and pulled him to the bar. Some really glittery people were talking to Adam and complementing him on his music. Kris just relaxed against the bar until one of the guys tried to engage him in a conversation.
“You having a good time, darling?”
“Yeah, not bad.”
“You look a little bored, you want me to try to liven it up for you?”
Kris noticed the guy was a bit in his personal space and was getting uncomfortable. The man placed his hand on the back of Kris’ head and ran his fingers through his hair. Even before Kris could react, Adam pushed the guy, “Back off. He is with me so keep your hands off him.”
The guy looked Adam up and down, “You think because you are a rock star you can just have anything you want.”
“I think you are going to regret man handling my boy and being an asshole to me.”
Adam’s bodyguards came over to ask if there was a problem. The guy’s friends were apologizing profusely hoping to prevent their friend from getting beat up. Adam was still mad but rather than make a bigger scene he told them the guy was just a jerk and no harm done. Adam grabbed their drinks and pulled Kris back to the table with the rest of the band.
Kris was not wimpy but he typically wasn’t one to escalate conflict unnecessarily. Adam seemed to thrive on it and get away with it. Kris felt compelled to say something, “I could have handled that guy. You didn’t have to get all caveman and pick a fight. I am not a girl, you know.”
Adam ran his hand over Kris’ crotch, “Oh, I know.” Adam winked and then pulled his hand back, “Kris, you are my guest and I am responsible for your well being. I looked over and some asshole was upsetting you what was I supposed to do? Besides, it’s not like I don’t have bodyguards to prevent me from making an ass out of myself. Gavin used to love when I became protective.”
“I am not Gavin and I think as adults we have a responsibility to avoid unnecessary situations. I appreciate you being chivalrous but please don’t but yourself in harm’s way on my account. Once I regained my wits I would have just told him I wasn’t interested and moved closer to you.”
Adam seemed to be confused for a minute and then seemed to agree, “I guess that might’ve worked too. You have a very interesting take on things, Kristopher Allen.”
“I hope that isn’t a euphemism for being dull.”
Adam laughed, “I don’t think you would ever be dull; I just think you are intriguingly low key. It is kind of refreshing in a way. I have to go to some PR crap, why don’t you hang out with Lane. She will scare away any would be aggressors better than my body guards.”
Kris hung out by Lane sipping his drink and watching Adam. Adam had the charm dialed all the way up and was talking to many of the patrons. Kris noticed both women and men were throwing themselves at Adam. Kris could see how a boyfriend would get jealous but also noticed Adam only engaged to a limit. He allowed some manhandling and kisses on the cheek but he didn’t allow full on groping or kisses on the mouth.
Adam came back over a little leery, “There were some exuberant fans.”
Kris just laughed, “That’s one way to describe it. You made their night so that must feel good. You also are really good at going with the flow and making no still feel good.”
“You weren’t jealous?”
“How could I be jealous when I am not really your boyfriend?”
“You are supposed to be pretending.”
“Even if I was pretending I wouldn’t get jealous. As good as a flirt you are, that wasn’t a very threatening situation for a boyfriend. You barely had five minutes with any one person.”
“Well, I picked you up in what, three minutes?”
“You didn’t ‘pick me up’ you offered me a free upgrade on a 17 hour flight. I would have taken that deal from a serial killer.”
Adam laughed and then gave Kris a quick peck on the lips. Although it seemed to be a friendly gesture, Adam paused as he pulled away. Kris couldn’t help but look into Adam’s eyes and without thinking moved closer for a deeper kiss. Kris was enjoying the feel of Adam invading his mouth when he felt Adam jerk back and Lane lean in, “Boys, there are more cameras in this place then a fashion show so stop sucking face so obscenely.”
Adam shrugged, “I am trying to pass him off as a boyfriend.”
“Well, I am not sure Kris wants to be known as your boyfriend especially since your goal seems to be to get back with Gavin.”
Adam became furious, “My goal is to get back AT Gavin not with Gavin.”
“Really, because last I checked the best revenge was living well and this seems more like a ridiculous attempt to stir up some drama. Be careful, Adam, because you are going to end up hurting yourself more and dragging Kris down with you.”
“Kris knows the deal so stop interfering. You really have a boundary problem, Lane.”
Kris knew he was about to witness another scene and possible resignation, “Adam, if your PR work is done, why don’t we just go back to the hotel.”
Adam looked at Kris and seemed to pause, “Yeah, ok that sounds good. Lane, we are going to head out.”
Lane took a deep breath, “OK, let’s just all leave as a group.”
Lane quickly rallied everyone and they headed out. The rest of the band wanted to go to another club but Adam declined. Kris was glad since he was exhausted and a bit buzzed. Adam and Kris just headed to the hotel. Kris, was a bit worried whether Adam really was just trying to get back with his ex.
“Are you hoping to rekindle your relationship with Gavin?”
Adam exploded, “Hell, no, that asshole would have to beg for the rest of eternity for me to take him back. He just deserves a taste of his own medicine and I want him to know I am over him.”
Kris sighed. Adam was in denial. Lane was right no one who was over an ex would ever hatch such a stupid plan. Kris needed to remind himself Adam was just using him according to the plan and that none of the feelings were real. Unfortunately, Kris’ heart didn’t seem to be listening to his brain.