Date: Wed, 17 Jan 2007 06:42:56 -0500 From: Angel J Subject: Justin's Angel-27 This is a sexually explicit story (at times) involving homosexuality. By continuing to read, you affirm under penalties of perjury that you are not a minor or in the company of a minor and are entitled to have access to this story. The following is a fictious story with no real basis or credibility.It is solely for the enjoyment of the reader. It does not imply anything about the sexual preferences or lifestyle of Justin Timberlake or any other celebrity herein mentioned in this story. Previously They sat down to a quiet breakfast,not much being said.There was still a lot of tension in the room. "Ok,thats enough.There are too many unhappy faces at this table.Lonnie get up on the table and give us gay guys a lap dance." Michael said,a dead serious look on his face. Lonnie just about choked on his eggs. Justin started laughing,Josh soon drawn into it,both of them really laughing now. Michael still had a dead serious look on his face. Whenever they looked at Michael they started laughing again. Lonnie calmed down,staring at Michael. "That wasn't funny,Michael." "Aw,come on.Don't lie to me,you love shaking that black booty,toots.Shake it for your daddy." Lonnie was stunned. Michael lost it,rolling onto the floor laughing. Lonnie shook his head,seeing his three friends bustin a gut. "YOu gay boys are sick in the head." The tension had been broken. Michael got back up into his seat. "Whats your stage name Lonnie,Brown suga ,or is it Black Mambo." Lonnie smirked. "Actually its Afro Sally." All four of them roared with laughter. It took a while for them to calm down,Josh finally stopping his laughing.He hadn't laughed like that in a long time. He'd missed this kind of fun. He'd missed Lonnie and Justin. Then he looked at Michael. This guy was unbelieveable.His sense of humor was astounding. Michael smiled at him. Josh smiled back. They had formed a truce,a limited truce. Both knew that somewhere down the road the gloves would come off again. And both were prepared to sacrifice everything to win. Chapter 27 They finished their hearty breakfast,a feeling of relaxation taking over them. "Your a great cook,Michael" Josh stated,honestly. "Thanks,I learned from the best,my grandmother." Michael smiled at Josh. Justin loved his man's attempts at making peace with Josh. Maybe they could be friends,if Josh would let go of his anger at Michael. Justin showed Josh the morning newspaper,and yesterday's one also,showing him the news headlines about what had happened. Josh read the articles,looking up at Michael every now and then. "Your quite the hero,Michael.It took a lot of guts to take on those two big guys." "I saw someone in trouble and I helped them.End of story." Michael said,still not completely comfortable with his newfound stardom. "You'll be known to everyone in the Chicago area after today's Oprah,babe." Justin smiled. ""Yeah,that makes me nervous.I hate standing out.I am not looking for fame,you know that Justin.Fame always carries a heavy price." Justin put his hand in Michael's.How could such a loving man be so afraid of being accepted. "What if creeps start thinking they can take a shot at me or try to take me on.I don't want to have to start fighting all of Chicago's tough guys." "Don't worry,Michael.You can handle anyone." Justin kissed him on the cheek. Josh sat quietly not saying anything. Justin then showed Josh Michael's book.Josh looked it over. "It looks interesting.I might read it sometime." Josh said,sincerity in his voice. "Thanks,I'd like to know what you think of it." Michael said,honesty in his. Justin looked at them both,knowing they were both trying hard to like each other,if only for his sake. "I started reading it,Michael.Justin gave me his copy." Lonnie smiled at him. "Its really good,its hard to put it down,I'm almost half way through it." Michael smiled at his friend. "Thanks,Lon.Coming from you that heart warming praise." They spent the rest of the morning just talking about things that had happened lately.Josh filled Justin in on what was going on with his friends. Justin told Josh all about his meeting Michael. Justin kept Michael's past a secret,he'd let Michael himself share that with Josh,when and if he thought the time was right. Justin still sensed that they were measuring each other,although he knew Michael was trying the hardest to make this work. After sitting in the living room for a while,Michael sensed that Justin should talk to Josh alone.They needed to repair their friendship without Michael's intrusion.He sensed it was weighing heavy on Justin's mind that his friend didn't like Michael. "I have to go to the mall and pick up something I ordered yesterday,Jus.Why don't you and Josh catch up on your lives.I'll give you some space." "Okay,babe." Justin said,suspecting what Michael was doing. He grabbed his coat,along with Michael's and walked his out to his car again. "I know what your doing, Mikey." Justin said when Michael got in his car,rolling down the window. "He's your friend,Jus.You need to try and repair your relationship with him.You need to get back to where you were." Justin looked at his man,seeing what he was trying to do for him,and how much he was risking in allowing this. "I love you,Michael." "I love you more,Jus." They kissed briefly.Michael driving away. Justin walked back into the apartment seeing Josh sitting at the piano. "NAwesome piano,its really well tuned.Does Vicky play?" "No,its Michael's.He plays really well.And you should here his voice." Josh remembered the night he called Justin,hearing piano music in the background. Justin sat down on the bench."His voice is unbelieveable.I think its even better than mine." "So he's a wanna-be singer looking for an inside edge to further his music career." Justin's temper got up again,Lonnie watching them from the kitchen doorway. "Give it a rest,Josh.He doesn't want to sing at all.He's first and foremost a writer.Its his life ambition.You should read his book.Its unbelieveable how good he writes.I was crying at the end of the book." Josh sat down again on the couch. "I still don't understand it,Jus.You can do so much better than him." Justin looked at Josh. "You mean,like you." Lonnie took this as his cue to leave them alone,although he would listen in. "Yes,Justin.I'm not saying I'm perfect.But I know everything about you,and we've know each other for a long time." Justin got up,sitting down beside Josh. "You need to understand something,Josh.I love him.Its so simple,really.When I look at him I see everything that I've been missing,everything that I need to feel complete.He gives me so much,he knows me so well.A simple touch from him,relaxes me, or makes me feel I can do anything.We can almost read each others minds sometimes." Josh saw that his friend was unbending in his love for Michael. It almost made him give up hope. Almost. If he could find someway to break them apart,he would be there to consol Justin,and Justin would see the love that was there.The love he felt for him. He wouldn't give up.Justin should be his. "I have to say something to you,Josh." Josh looked at him,remaining quiet. "Don't think to interfere with us,Josh.If you do and you hurt him,I will never forgive you.You need to accept that there will never be anything between you and I.Thats final.Even if I'd never met Michael,it couldn't happen.Your too much a brother to me,too much a friend,to make me see you any different.I'm sorry." Josh remained silent,feeling the hurt inside him. "Alright,Justin.I understand that now.I will not interfere.But I want you to know that I am your friend,I always will be.I love you man." Justin hugged him,Josh hugging him back. They talked for a while longer,Josh showing Justin his new song.Lonnie staying in the kitchen for a bit.He'd heard everything.He was proud of Justin's ultimatum to Josh. For some reason he wasn't buying Josh's acceptance. And he was going to let him know.And he was going to watch him. Michael came back after about an hour,seeing Josh and Justin playing on the piano,going through a song he didn't know. Justin looked up at him smiling. "Josh is playing me his new song.Its pretty good." "I'm sure it is.I know JC's talented." Josh thanked him.Michael nodded. "I told him about your music ability,Mikey." Michael blushed. "Play something,Michael." Josh asked,wanting to see for himself. "No,I am not that good.Justin only hears with his heart.You would hear with your ears." Michael smiled at him. "Alright,then." Josh smiled back.He didn't understand this man.He thought for sure it had to be fame seeking he was after. "So what did you buy me at the mall?" Justin beamed. "YOur such a gift junkie,my angel. Its a surprise." Michael winked at him. Justin beamed,loving this man so much. "So whats on the agenda for today?" Justin asked,snuggling up on the couch beside Michael. "Well,VIcky's home in about three hours.I should wait for her,get her up to speed on what's happened."Michael said,his head laying in its familiar place. "How about you and Josh go shopping,spend some time with each other." Josh and Justin both happily agreed to that. "Okay,Michael.But tonight its just you and me.I want some quality time with my man.I've leaving tomorrow,remember?" Michael's eyes took on a deep sorrow look. Justin picked up on his feelings right away.He kissed him again,gently. "Tonight and always my heart will be with you." Michael smiled,leaning against him,kissing Justin. Josh kinda blushed seeing these tender moments.Michael did love Justin very much.And Josh could see Justin's love shining through. It cause a lot of turmoil inside him,making him uncertain about his feelings,unsure what to do. But his endless resolve was still there,his resolve to try and win Justin. "Hey Lon,lets get going,the mall awaits." Justin said getting up. Lonnie walked out of the kitchen seeing Josh and Justin putting on their coats. "Now you play it cool.Don't let all the girls chase you." Michael smiled at Justin. "We'll have Lonnie right beside us.But I wish I could wear the disguise again,I felt totally safe in it." "What disguise?" Josh asked. "I'll tell you about it in the car,Josh." Lonnie smiled. Michael gave Justin a deep loving kissing.It almost made Justin want to stay. "Get going lover.Before you know it,you'll be back." Lonnie smirked. The three of them walked out of the apartment.Michael was alone for the first time in a few days. He walked into his bedroom,tidying up the bed,it still lay unmade.He could smell Justin's scent in the sheets,it acted like a drug to him. He sat down at the desk,pulling out his journal,opening it.He looked at the last entry,two days before Justin changed his life. He opened a small drawer,pulling out what he'd picked up at the mall this morning. It was a small box.Opening it he saw his future. Or what he hoped would be his future.A small tear came to his eye.He brushed it away. He looked back at the journal. He picked up his pen and started writing. After an hour and a half he closed it,returning it to its usual place. He walked back out to the living room,curling up on the couch.Tigger came walking into the room from the kitchen.He hopped up on top of Michael. Michael stroked his fur,Tigger curling up on top of him. Within a few moments Michael was sleeping,thoughts of his Justin's scent embedded in his mind. Vicky walked into the apartment,greeted by silence. She walked into the living room finding Michael asleep on the couch with Tigger on top of him. Tigger raised his head and leapt off Michael,running up to her. Vicky picked him up scratching his head. She looked at Michael asleep on the couch. Where was Justin? Had he left Michael all alone.That didn't seem right.She put the cat down and walked back into her bedroom, dropping her stuff. She checked Michael's room,saw some of Justin's clothes as well as Michael's laying on the chair. Justin had been here.Where was he now? She walked back down into the kitchen. No one there either. She turned to leave and spotted the newspaper on top of the table. There staring back at her was Michael's face.He was on the front page of the newspaper. She quickly picked it up,reading the headline and all the article. She looked up in shock. Michael was a hero! She ran back into the living room,happily climbing on top of Michael. He jumped up,thinking he was being attacked,but all he felt were kisses on his cheek and his face. He focused his eyes quickly,looking back into Vicky's bright ones. "Get off me you tramp.My body isn't for sale." Vicky started laughing,tickling Michael. Michael started laughing,dumping her onto the floor. She sat up smiling at him. "Hello, Mr.Hero." She held up the newspaper,smiling back at him. "Oh,shit.You had to find that.Great!" Michael looked at her uncomfortably,she saw his unease. "Whats wrong,Michael?" She got up,sitting beside him. "A lot has happened since you left monday." "I can see that,pencil dick." Pointing at the paper. Michael looked up at her.She saw so many new things in his eyes. "How about you make us some coffee,and you fill me in." Michael smiled at her,kissing her cheek. "You got it,tramp." "Who you calling tramp,I'm not the one shacked up with Justin Timberlake all week.My virtue is still intact,I'm not too sure about yours." Michael's face changed suddenly to sadness.He looked like he might cry. Vicky hugged him to her. "Whats wrong,sweetie?" "I'm so in love with him,Vicky.And I'm so scared that I might lose him." Michael was crying. Vicky was shocked that Michael had admitted his love for Justin so easily.What had gone on here in the last few days? She sat there just holding him until he calmed down.Then he started talking,telling her everything. He told her about his confessions after she had left.About Paul and what he had done to him.About Justin standing by him through it all. She cried when she heard about his rape,feeling for his pain. Her hatred for Paul was now burned in her heart. But she smiled thinking that Justin was there beside him still,not leaving him alone. He told her about seeing Anna,about her helping him to admit his fears and his pain. vicky was his best friend.He wouldn't deny her anything. He told her everything. About his gifts,about his run in with the two attackers. About his admitting to Justin he loved him,about their tender love making,even about last night.About Michael's final triumph over his fear caused by the rape. She held him,crying with him as he relived it all. And sadly he told her about JC. About him making JC confess his secrets and about Michael's own doubts. Vicky sat beside him through it all,listening and just showing him she was there for him. At the end she looked into his eyes again. She now saw it,plain as day. His deep love for Justin. It was the one thing she'd always longed to see in his lost eyes. "YOur eyes are different,Mikey.They don't look lost anymore,and I knew why." Michael looked at her,listening to her soft words. "It's because Justin has entered your life and he's entered your heart and soul.You've found love finally,Mikey." Michael hugged her,knowing she's always be there for him. She took his hands in hers. "Trust him to always know that you love him,Mikey.I believe you can always trust him to love you.Don't be afraid of Josh. Your love for each other is strong enough,even he can't destroy that." Michael smiled at her,she was right. It all came down to trust. Michael trusted Justin.With his heart and his soul. Thats what mattered in the end. Trust and love. "Your pretty smart for an airhead." Vicky lunged at him,climbing on top of him,knocking both of them onto the floor. She started a massive tickle attack on him,his laughter filling the quiet room. Josh and Justin walked right into the middle of it. "Leave my man alone,you crazy bitch." Justin yelled as he jumped on top of her,ticking her now. She elbowed him in the ribs,knocking him backwards. He landed on his ass. He stared at her,all three of them erupting into laughter. Josh stood there looking at them as if they were nuts. "Ow, my ass.That wasn't nice." Justin said smiling at Vicky. "Why don't you get Michael to kiss it better.I know you like that." Justin blushed a deep shade of red. He knew that Michael would tell Vicky everything that had gone on between them,but he didn't thing he'd devulge that little secret. Michael smiled at Justin,crawling over to him,putting his lips to his. He whispered in his ear."She's bluffing,she doesn't know what you like in bed.That intimacy is only between you and me." Justin smiled,kissing him again. "Lets shock her,babe."Justin said,whispering his plan to Michael. Michael smiled. "Thanks babe, that would be awesome."Justin said so she could hear. They got up,Michael standing behind Justin,his arms wrapped around him. Justin smiled at Vicky,facing her. Then he dropped his pants,exposing his boxer briefs.Turning sideways,he bent over,Michael kneeling behind him.Michael pulled his briefs down exposing his perfect little butt for all to see. He leaned in kissing Justin right between his cheeks.He secretly took the time to do a deep tongue lick of his own,that sending Justin a private signal.A signal of his desire for him. "Oh baby,your so good at that."Justin purred. Vicky sat there stunned. Her mouth was hanging open. Josh was beyond shocked. Justin and Michael started laughing loudly,looking at both their stunned faces. Justin fell down with his pants around his ankles. That set Vicky off,her shrill laughter echoeing off the walls. Josh just stood still,looking at all three of them. "Oh come on,Josh.Don't be such a prude.Haven't you ever seen two people kissing before?" Michael said,looking at him. That set Vicky and Justin off again. Josh just shook his head,sitting down in the arm chair. Everyone gradually relaxed,Vicky going up to Josh. "How are you Josh,don't I get a hug." Josh stood up hugging Vicky. He'd always liked her and her brother,they had been good friends to Justin. "Nice seeing you again,Vicky.How have you been?" "Been great,mostly thanks to that crazy shit sitting on the floor beside your friend.He's kept me laughing for five years." Michael smiled at her,blowing her a kiss.She smiled at him. "I'd kiss him but we don't know where his lips have been.Oh,hang on a sec,we do.I can still see Timberlake shit on them." Josh started laughing,making everyone else laugh too. After they had all laughed themselves out,Justin and Michael curled up on the couch,snuggling. "So how did the shopping go,sweetie.I don't see any bags." "Lonnie's taken them all back to the hotel.He's going to pick up Nana and bring her back here so we can all watch Oprah together.Then I'm taking us all out to a farewell dinner at Vito's,my treat." Michael's turned his head a bit,his smile slipping.Vicky caught it but Justin didn't. "So Justin.I hear a lot has happened in the last few days." Justin smiled a big smile. "Oh,yeah.Michael and I are together completely now.We love each other so much.Right,Mikey?" Michael smiled at him. "You got that right." He kissed him deeply,bring a tear to Vicky's eyes. Josh just looked off in the other direction. "I read the papers about Michael's helping those two people." Justin smiled."Yes,Michael was unbelieveable." Michael blushed,Justin realizing that he would never be comfortable as the center of attention. "You'll hear all about it on Oprah this afternoon." "God,Mikey.You've met Oprah.Your hobnobbing with the elite." Michael smirked."She's just like a normal person,a bit bullying but a nice person." Justin laughed,only Michael would be unphased by Oprah. Josh smirked,he himself having the same view of her. "Yes,she's exactly like that Michael." He said. Michael smiled at Josh. My baby's trying so hard,Justin thought.He hugged Michael a little closer,Michael leaned into him more. "I should get some coffee and snacks ready before Nana comes." Michael said. As if on cue,Nana and Lonnie walked into the apartment. Michael and Justin got up immediately,crossing the room to hug Michael's grandmother.She gave them a big hug back. "Nana,this is my friend Josh.He's flown in,for a day or so." Justin smiled at her. Josh got up shaking her hand.She laughed pulling him into a big hug. "Us greeks hug,son." Josh smiled at her,he liked her right off the bat.He saw she had the same golden brown eyes as Michael. Where had he seen those eyes before? "Lets all relax,everyone claim a chair,the show is on in less than an hour." Michael said. He suddenly stopped. "Oh,shoot.I have to call Zach.He's gotta watch this.He'd be so proud of me." Justin smiled at Michael,seeing him for the first time proud of what he'd done.Wanting his childhood friend to watch him. Justin sat down beside him,wanting to watch Michael react with his friend. Michael picked up the phone. He rang Zach's cell phone,figuring he'd be at the hospital.Michael let Justin lean in beside him to hear the conversation. "Yo,Zachary here." "Zacky,my Wacky.Hows your limp dick hanging.I hear there are a lot of paternity suits in New York this year." Justin laughed beside him. "Yo,Mikey,you pathetic excuse for a gayboy.Hows your dick doing? Is it still up your own ass." Zach laughed,they knew how to tease each other. "Well,I can't stick it up yours,so I have to put it somewhere." Justin was busting a gut now,Nana just shaking her head at Michael. "Mico and Zach,are best friends,since childhood." She told Josh,who was sitting beside her. Josh just stared at Michael and Justin on the couch. "Zach,reason I'm yacking at ya.Watch Oprah today." "Oprah? Why would I watch a woman's show?" "Just humor me.Justin Timberlake is on today." "Oh yeah,cool.He's ok,but whats so important about watching." "Hey,Zach,even I know you'd leave all women to be with him." Justin looked at Michael,shock on his face. Michael started laughing. "Your twisted,Mikey.I ain't never leaving a warm women for a horny man,even Justin Timberlake.Hell not even for you." Zach laughed also. "Man,you two are just weird." Justin said beside Michael. "So,I'm coming up to NY in ten days,Zach.Any room at the inn?" "For a virgin yes,but I don't want any second coming of Christ in my pad." Michael was laughing again,so was Justin. "Ok,so I'll see you in a few days?" "Sure thing,bud.Nice to hear you again,Mikey.YOu actually sound happy." Michael smiled.He was happy. "I am happy,Zach.I'll fill you in when I see you.And watch the show,its on shortly,at four o'clock." "WIll do bud,love ya." "Love ya back,Zacky." Michael hung up the phone. "YOu two are twisted,Michael.I'd never believed that there could be another person with your twisted sense of humor." Justin grinned. "Yep,we're two peas in a pod.You'll love him when you see him in New York,Jus." Josh picked up on that.Justin and Michael were going to meet again in New York. Vicky got up,heading into the kitchen. "I'll make tea and coffee,Mikey.You relax with your Nana.Justin,you come and give me a hand." Justin kissed Michael. "I'll save you a seat,sweetie." Michael beamed at him.Justin winked. Justin walked into the kitchen behind Vicky. He helped her fill the coffee urn and put water on for tea. "So,I take it your really happy." Vicky said. Justin smiled."I'm beyond happy,Vic." Vicky saw a lot of love in Justin's eyes. "Whats wrong,Vicky? I sense you got me in here for a reason." Justin looked at her. VIcky thought for a minute,not sure how to talk to Justin about what was bothering her. "Michael told me about everything,Justin.All that has happened between the two of you.Your quite a man,I wanted to tell you that." Justin smiled at her,she hugged him. "Thank you for loving him,Justin.He's be so alone for so long,I've never seen him so in love." Justin beamed,loving what she'd said.It made him feel that he'd really made Michael happy. "It isn't hard to do,Vic.He's so wonderful,and so loving." Vicky stared at him,her face somber. "He's scared Justin." Justin looked at her,confused. "Michael's scared,of what?" "He's still scared he might lose you to Josh.I know,I know, he's told you he trusts you.But he's unsure of Josh.He's in love with you so much,Justin.He's still finding it hard to believe that you love him as much." Justin understood what she was trying to say. "He's never been in love before,Justin.He's never had anyone love him like you do.All his insecurities run deep.He's not looking forward to you leaving tomorrow." "I don't want to leave him.But unfortunately I have to.It will be the longest ten days of my life.I'm coming back,he's got to realize that." "He's going to be so lost without you.But I promise you,I'll be here for him,as so will Christina and Becky.They sound like wonderful friends too." Justin smiled."They are." "Vicky,promise me that you'll call me every day,I want to know how he's doing.I know he won't tell me if he's not doing ok,promise me?" "I promise." Justin hugged her. "I asked him to be with me permanently.To come on tour with me,and to live with me.When I come back in ten days,I don't ever want to leave him again." "What was his answer,Justin?" "He hasn't given me one.I told him to take his time,I know how hard it would be for him to change his whole life for me." Vicky saw Justin's love shining through,his willingness to make sure Michael was happy. "I've got something special lined up for him tonight? Its a surprise." Vicky smiled. "Want me to stay somewhere else tonight?" "No,its okay. I'll fill you in on everything." Justin told her all about it,his special night.Vicky smiling when he was through. "He'll love it,Justin.It will make him so happy." "I'm going to go talk to him,will you excuse me?" Justin smiled leaving her to finish the snacks. Justin walked into the living room,seeing Michael chatting with Lonnie. "Michael, I need to talk to you privately about something.I hope everyone doesn't mind?" Everyone said it was ok,Josh looking at Justin. Michael got up and walked with Justin back into their bedroom. Justin sat down on the bed,patting the spot beside him.Michael sat down,Justin putting his arm around him. "So,babe.Tell me whats going on?" Michael looked at him.He knew Vicky had talked to him about Josh. "I'm okay,Just.I'm just working on some doubts,thats all." "Its,Josh,isn't it." Michael sighed."Yes,Justin." Justin kissed him lightly on the lips. "You don't trust him?" "No,Jus.I don't.I'm sorry,I just can't shake this feeling,this feeling of doubt." "Do you trust me?" Michael quickly replied."Yes,my love.I trust you with all my heart." "Then thats all that matters,Michael.We both trust each other with our hearts.Nothing Josh can do would ever break that bond between us.I'll tell you this every day for the rest of our lives if I have to,Michael.I love you.Only you.There will never be anyone that will come between us.I love you." Justin leaned in,kissing Michael deeply.Their kiss was intimate,and passionate. "Man,when you do that,Jus I feel like I'm melting." "You have the same affect on me,lover." Michael smiled,pressing up against Justin more. "Last night was unbelieveable,Michael.That you trusted me that much,to give yourself to me completely.It made me feel so much love for you.I wanted that feeling every day.And I have that feeling everyday.Every time I look at your face,that feeling runs through me." Michael kissed him again.No more words needed to be said. Michael broke the kiss,walking over to his desk. He opened a drawer,pulling out something small. He walked back over to Justin sitting down beside him again. "I got us this yesterday,Jus.Its a token of my love for you." Justin looked at the small box in Michael's hand. Justin took the small box from Michael,a look of wonder on his face. He slowly opened it up,looking surprised. Inside the box were two silver rings. On top of each rings were two stones,one blue and one golden brown,they were melded together in a swirl design. Justin looked up at Michael,seeing the love in Michael's eyes. "This ring symbolized us,Jus.Your blue eyes,my golden brown.They are united together forever.Like we now are." Justin's eyes teared up,Michael taking one of the rings out of the box. "They are what I call faith rings,Jus.Read the inscription inside." Justin took one of the rings from Michael looking inside the band. UNITED IN LOVE FOREVER JRT MAT "I call them faith rings,Justin,because I want us to have faith in each other.If we accept to wear them then it will represent our faith in each other,our love and hope for each other. Justin's eyes were full of tears now.a small sob racking his body. His fingers trembling. Michael took the ring from Justin,looking deep into his moist eyes. "Will you wear this ring as a symbol of that faith,Justin?" "Yes,my love,today and always." Michael slipped the ring on Justin's right hand ring finger, kissing him deeply on the lips.The ring fit his finger perfectly. Justin pulled back,looking into Michael's golden eyes. Then he looked down at the ring that his Michael had placed on his finger. That Michael chose this symbol of their love,overwhelmed Justin.Everytime he'd look at this ring it would remind him of Michael's golden eyes,and most importantly,of his unending love for him. Justin took the other ring out of the box,taking Michael's right hand in his.He could feel the scar on the back of his strong hand,a symbol of Michael's old pain.This ring would be a new symbol,a symbol of Justin's love. "I have unwavering faith in us,Michael.I love you with all my heart.Will you wear this ring as a symbol of that faith?" Michael let out a small sob of his own,his eyes filling with tears. "Yes,my love.Today and forever." Justin put the ring on his finger,kissing him deeply,feeling Michael's emotions. They held each other for a while.Lost in the moment.This had sealed their love. They both knew it wasn't a marriage proposal,or a engagement ring.It was a uniting of their souls,a pact to love one another. It was their first committment to each other. A committment of faith. End of Chapter 27 Well,looks like they've made a committment to each other. Will it survive against Josh's desires? will love last? Further chapters to come. Angel.