A long, hot shower, a bit of real food and drink and a change of clothes had revitalised Julian, making him feel human again. It also made him regret his behaviour toward Anthony, as they'd both been upset, tired and under a fair amount of stress. He knew Anthony well enough to know that his reaction was the man's way of showing his concern
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But then he heard his name and looked up with a flicker of a soft frown. Slowly, he closed the book. "Julian."
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He certainly had no intention of bringing up the earlier conversation if things didn't seem to warrant it. And as far as he was concerned, that was the case.
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But this was so much easier, and so much more preferable, than words.
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And what about you? he wondered, brushing his fingers lightly over Anthony's cheek. If their positions had been reversed, Julian wouldn't have slept a wink, and it was clear that Anthony had been worried, if you knew him well enough. But he knew Anthony wouldn't want to be fussed over, so instead he asked quietly, "Will you stay with me if I do?"
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He leaned against the wall and dug out a cigarette, letting it rest between his fingers absently and then sending Julian a small smile. "I've no plans to go anywhere, Julian."
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