Date: Fri, 10 Feb 2006 11:23:19 -0800 (PST) From: Kirk Landers Subject: Dating and the Single Life- part 26 Copyright and Disclaimer: 1. This is a fictional story with fictional characters. 2. No one is to steal this story under any circumstances. 3. This story deals with relationships and not sex, so if you're looking for a story with a lot of sex in it, this isn't the story for you. Hope everyone had a great holiday. Here's part 26.... "FUTURE PLANS" "Should we book the tickets to Hawaii now?" Jake asked as he was looking at airline prices online at Marcus' place, where all the guys were hanging out. "You guys are getting married in Hawaii?" Randal asked. "It's one of the few places where it's legal," Tyler replied. "And it's Hawaii, it'll be beautiful," Jake added. "True," Randal said. "When is this going to take place?" David asked as he and Kyle laid on the couch together. "June," Jake replied. "You're only going to plan for five months?" Marcus asked. "Well, it's not like it's going to be a huge ceremony," Tyler said. "It's just going to be us." "What about your parents Jake?" Kyle asked. "They're okay with me being gay, but they don't want to be apart of the whole wedding thing," Jake replied shrugging. "I'm sorry," Kyle said. "It's fine," Jake said. "It's not about them anyway, it's about Tyler and me." "Yup," Tyler replied giving Jake a kiss. "I'm so glad you guys have worked everything out," Marcus said admiring how much love Tyler and Jake have again for each other. "I second that," Kyle added. "I third it," David chimed in. "Thank you guys," Jake said. "We couldn't have done it with out you." "We didn't do anything," Randal said. "It was all you guys and the love you have for each other." "And Dr. Waissman," Tyler added in. "And how are things with you two?" Marcus asked Kyle and David. "We're doing great," David said giving Kyle a kiss. "Really great," Kyle said smiling. "Marcus, I know we've asked you this everyday since Christmas, but how are things going with you?" Jake asked. "I'm hanging in there," Marcus replied. "I've saved a lot so I'm not hurting for money or anything, but I just don't know what I want to do." "Are you considering a completely different occupation?" Tyler asked. "Kind of," Marcus answered. "That's brave," Stanley said. "This can be great," Kyle said. "You can do something you've always wanted to do now. I wish I could." "But I don't know what it is I really want to do," Marcus said. "When you were younger was there something you always wanted to do?" David asked. "I don't really remember," Marcus shrugged. "Aren't you and Trevor going to have dinner with your mom tonight?" Randal asked. "Yeah," Marcus replied. "Perfect," Randal said. "Ask her if she remembers anything that you wanted to do when you were a kid." "You guys are living in a dream world," Marcus said. "When we're little we always have big dreams and aspirations, but no one ever get it." "Maybe this is your chance," Kyle said. "Why not go for it?" "Because I might end up falling flat on my face if I do," Marcus replied. "Have to take risk to get what you want," Randal said. "Well, I'll talk to my mom tonight," Marcus said. "I just don't think I was ever one of those kids who wanted to grow up and be astronauts or the president or anything like that." "Sorry to change the subject but I want to make sure you all are going to be in Hawaii for the ceremony," Jake said. "I have plans, sorry," David joked. "Of course we're going to be there," Randal said. "Do you honestly think we'd miss it?" "Well I just wanted to be sure," Jake replied. "Just let me know when you get to the good part of the wedding planing," Kyle said. "When are you going to sample cakes?" Meanwhile, Trevor, Luis, Zack, and Miles were at Trevor's place helping him pick out clothes to wear for when he meets Marcus' mom. "I like the green shirt," Luis said holding up a nice green button down shirt. "Don't you think it's a little too formal?" Trevor asked. "I want to look nice, but I don't want to look like I'm trying too hard." "Well you are," Zack commented. "I am not," Trevor retorted. "Yea, that's why you've been trying on shirts all morning?" Miles asked. "You're one to talk about trying too hard," Trevor replied. "That's different," Miles said. "Yea, in your case it's almost considered psychotic," Trevor joked. "Shut up," Miles replied. "I can't help it that I'm in love with Jake." "Yea, except you can't do anything about it now," Trevor said. "He's getting married to Tyler." "I know," Miles sighed. "I've been thinking that you guys were right, maybe I should just give up." "Thank you," Luis sighed in relief. "You'll meet someone else," Zack encouraged. "But Tyler and Jake seem really happy together and if you really love Jake then don't you want him to be happy?" "Yea," Miles sighed. "I know you guys are right. It's just hard when someone you love is with somebody else." "I know, but you'll find someone else," Luis said putting his arm around Miles. "Trevor, wear that," Zack said changing the subject as he admired the black button up shirt and jeans that Trevor tried on. "It looks perfect." "You think?" Trevor asked. "Yea, you'll 'wow' his mom tonight," Zack said. "I hope so," Trevor said nervously. "I've never met a boyfriend's parents before." "I thought you met Justin's parents," Miles said. "No, I was supposed to but then the week before we broke up remember?" Trevor asked. "Oh yea," Miles remembered. "You two were together a long time." "Over a year," Trevor commented. "Do you ever think about him still?" Luis asked. "That was a pretty bad break up." "It wasn't a bad break up," Trevor replied. "Him and I had different goals and priorities in life and decided to just end things." "Yea, but you were so upset afterwards because you thought he was the one for you," Zack said. "Well whatever, I'm with Marcus now and I'm happy with him," Trevor replied. "I'm glad," Luis said. "I didn't mean to start an uncomfortable conversation about Justin, I just want to make sure you're completely over him so you can really enjoy and embrace this relationship with Marcus." Trevor smiled gratefully, "Thanks, but I really do love Mar, he's a great, sweet, driven man. But to answer your earlier question, yes, I do sometimes think about Justin and wonder how he's doing." Back at the Marcus's place, the guys were still looking over wedding stuff for Tyler and Jake when Kyle looked down at his watch and noticed he had to get to work. "Sorry to abandon you guys, but I have to get to work," Kyle groaned getting up. "I have to do inventory." "Want me to take you to work?" David asked. "Please," Kyle accepted. "We'll see you guys later," David said as they headed to the door. They said their goodbyes as David and Kyle left. In the David and Kyle were talking about Tyler and Jake's wedding. "I'm really glad that they were able to work out all their issues," Kyle said. "I'm glad we were able to work out our issues too," David said. "Me too," Kyle replied as David reached over and held Kyle's hand. "Does all this wedding talk ever make you think about it?" David asked. "A little," Kyle replied. "But I don't know if I'm really the marrying type. I mean, before we got together I didn't even like relationships much less marriage. So the idea of it is never something I really thought of much." "But you do think of settling down right?" David asked. "Well obviously," Kyle said. "I'm pretty convinced that I'm going to be settling down with you." "Yea?" David asked smiling. "Yea," Kyle replied. "What would you think if I asked you to marry me?" David asked. "Are you asking me?" Kyle asked confused. "No," David answered coyly. "I'm just getting an idea of where you are in terms of settling down with me," David. Kyle replied with a smile, not too sure understanding if David was hinting at a proposal or not. "How about kids?" David asked. "Huh?" Kyle replied confused. "You want to talk about kids now?" "I'm just curious," David said. "Do you think you'll ever want kids?" "Wow," Kyle answered uncertainly. "I've never even thought about kids before." "Really?" David asked. "Well, I'm only 22 years old," Kyle pointed out. "I know, but when you think of settling down with me you don't see any kids in it?" David asked. "Do you?" Kyle asked. "Yea," David replied. "I see two kids." "Two?" Kyle asked. "Yea, a boy and a girl," David replied. "And where did those kids come from?" Kyle asked. "We adopted them," David replied. "Wow, so you've really thought a lot about our future huh?" Kyle asked. "I mean, I know it's really pre-mature to be talking about settling down and all of that, but I think it would be a nice life. Don't you agree?" David asked. "Sure," Kyle replied blown away by all of the hopes and dreams David has. "Did I just overwhelm you?" David asked. "No," Kyle lied. "Are you sure?" David asked as he pulled up to Kyle's work. "Oh look, we're here," Kyle said. "Well, I should get in and start doing the inventory." "Wait, Kyle," David tried to finish up their conversation. "I'll see you after work," Kyle said. "Love you." "Am I picking you up after work?" David asked. "No, it's fine," Kyle said quickly. "I'll get Marcus to pick me up." "He's going to be at his mom's remember?" David reminded. "Oh yea," Kyle sighed. "I'll pick you up," David said. "All right," Kyle replied. "Thanks." Kyle planted a quick kiss and hurried into the store. "Huh?" was all David could say as Kyle rushed into the store. An hour later Randal got back to his apartment to check on Faith. Faith was in the kitchen going through the refrigerator. "You're eating again?" Randal asked walking into the kitchen. "I'm eating for two," Faith replied. "When Stan and I left this morning you were eating a full stack of pancakes," Randal commented. "Now what are you eating?" "I thought I would make some nachos," Faith said. "Do you want some?" "No, I'm all right," Randal replied. "Probably for the best, I don't think you'd like nacho's the way I'm making them," Faith said as she took some cheese, peppers, and chocolate syrup. "Ew," Randal simply said. "I'm pregnant!" Faith defended herself. "Yea, but that's gross," Randal said. Before Randal could say anymore someone knocked on the front door. "I'm going to go get that." Randal went and answered the door and was shocked to see Faith's ex-husband, Colby. "Is Faith here?" Colby asked. "What the hell are you doing here?" Randal asked cooly, turning into the over-protective brother. "Please Randal," Colby pleaded. "I need to see her." "She's not here," Randal lied. "Randal, I saw her car parked out front," Colby said. "Just leave," Randal said. "You screwed up. I don't want you anywhere near her." "I know," Colby replied defenseless, "There's no excuse for what I did." "Yea, and let me tell you something else," Randal said getting ready to give Colby an earful, but before he could Faith came up behind him. "It's okay Ran," Faith said putting a hand on Randal's shoulder. "I'll talk to him." "What?" Randal asked. "Are you serious?" "Yes," Faith replied. "It's okay." Faith then turned to Colby. "Let's talk outside." Faith went out and closed the door behind her and stood in the hallway with Colby. Colby looked at Faith with tears in his eyes. "I'm so sorry Faith," Colby said sincerely. "I realize how stupid I've been. I know we were having our problems, and instead of trying to face them, I ran from them." "And you ran into your secretary's arms?" Faith asked hurt. "I know," Colby replied. "It's just that we were so unhappy for so long and I thought that it was over between us. But I've realized since you've been gone that I love you and I don't want to be with out you." "Colby," Faith sighed not knowing how to answer. "Wait, please, just hear me out," Colby said. "You have to forgive me, because I can't see myself being happy in life unless you're there with me." "I don't know," Faith replied. "I just got so hurt." "I know," Colby said. "And I will do whatever it takes to make it up to you." "Let me think about it," Faith sighed. "I'll talk to you later." "If you want to talk more, I'm staying at the Hilton down the street. Room 243," Colby said. Faith then went back inside the apartment and closed the door. "Are you okay?" Randal asked giving her a hug. "Yea," Faith said quietly. "I'm okay." "What did he want?" Randal asked. "He wants me back," Faith answered. "He feels real badly about what happened." "Is that something you could forgive?" Randal asked. "I don't know," Faith replied. Randal just hugged Faith not knowing what to say, but knowing that she needed the support. That evening Marcus was finishing getting dressed when Trevor showed up. "Hey," Marcus said as Trevor walked in and gave him a kiss. "You look great." "Thanks," Trevor replied. "I have to tell you, I'm nervous." "Don't be," Marcus said. "My mom will love you." "I hope so," Trevor sighed. Trevor and Marcus then headed out and drove to Marcus's mom's place. They arrived in front of a nice little one story house, beautiful garden, it looked like a little house that would belong somewhere in the country instead of the Suburbs of Los Angeles. Marcus and Trevor got out of the car and headed to the front door, before they had a chance to even knock on the front door a sweet looking woman in her 60's with dark brown hair and sparkling blue eyes came out. "I thought I heard a car pull up," she said wrapping her arms around Marcus. "Hey Mom," Marcus said holding her tight. "I missed you." "Oh I missed you too sweetie," his mom said with her Southern accent coming through. "There's someone I want you to meet," Marcus said as they finished their hug. Marcus then turned to Trevor, "Mom, this is Trevor." "And you're every bit as handsome as I thought you would be," Marcus's mom said wrapping her arms around Trevor. "Nice to meet you Mrs. Rowan," Trevor said as they finished their hug. "Oh, please don't call me Mrs. Rowan," she said, "It makes me feel old. Call me Paula." "All right Paula," Trevor complied. "So come on in boys," Paula said. "I'm sure you both are starving, look at you two, you're both so skinny, I need to put some meet on you two." "So how are you mom?" Marcus asked as they walked inside. "I'm doing just fabulous," Paula answered. "You know me, I always keep busy." "I know," Marcus said as they sat down in the dining room table. "So Trevor, tell me a little about yourself," Paula said as she brought a hot casserole dish over from the kitchen. "What would you like to know?" Trevor asked nervously. "Everything," Paula replied sweetly. "Are you nervous?" "Honestly?" Trevor asked. "Yeah, a little bit." "Oh sweetie, you don't have to be nervous," Paula said. "I swear I don't bite. So, what do you do for a living?" Trevor laughed realizing that Paula was nothing but kindness. "I'm a personal trainer right now," Trevor replied. "Well that explains that hot bod," Paula said with a laugh. "Mom, you're going to embarrass him," Marcus said. "Oh it's a compliment," Paula retorted. "Do you go to school or anything?" "I'm in graduate school now," Trevor replied. "What is it you want to do in the future?" Paula asked. "Hopefully I'll become a psychologist," Trevor answered. "Wow, a psychologist," Paula said. "That's just great. You'll have to get on that, Lord knows I could use some psychoanalyzing." The three of them shared a laugh, Trevor's nervous feelings completely dissipated. "So how are things with you mom?" Marcus asked. "Things are just great honey," Paula said. "I've been so busy with my garden and the restaurant." "You have a restaurant?" Trevor asked. "Yes I do," Paula replied. "How come we've never gone to eat there?" Trevor asked Marcus. "That's a very good question," Paula said turning to Marcus. "You know I would love it if you and the boys stopped by there more often to keep me company." "I know, it's just kind of hard going there sometimes since Dad died," Marcus replied. "I know you miss your father sweetie," Paula said putting her hand on Marcus's. "I do, but you're right," Marcus said. "I should go to the restaurant more often." "And bring the boys," Paula said. "You know how much I love them. How are they doing?" "They're great," Marcus replied. "Randal is going to open a club." "Fabulous," Paula replied. "And things with him and Stanley are great?" "Yeah," Marcus replied. "Kyle and David are great now, Tyler and Jake are engaged." "Engaged?!" Paula asked enthusiastically. "Well that's just great. So, what about you two?" "What about us?" Marcus asked. "How long have you two been together?" Paula asked. "Almost six months," Trevor replied. "So have you two thought about moving in or anything like that?" Paula asked. "Mom," Marcus said through gritted teeth. "I'm not trying to rush ya'll," Paula said. "I just want to know where you two are at." "We're very happy together," Marcus said. "We haven't really discussed the future yet." "Okay," Paula said easing off, "I'm not trying to pry or anything, but this is the happiest I've ever seen you, Marcus, and I just want that to last." "I know," Marcus said giving his mom a kiss on the cheek, "And I appreciate it." "Well, I'll change the subject," Paula said. "It sounds like Trevor has a good grasp on what he wants to do with his career. So tell me Marcus, what are you going to do now?" "I actually wanted to talk to you about that," Marcus said. "So, I've been trying to think of new careers that I might be interested in, and the guys asked me what I wanted to be when I was younger, but I don't remember. Do you have any idea what I wanted to be?" "Now let me think," Paula said trying to remember. "Oh I remember." "You do?" Marcus asked. "Yeah," Paula said fondly. "You wanted to be a ballet dancer." Trevor instantly started laughing. "Are you kidding?" Marcus asked embarrassed. "No, not at all," Paula said. "I remember you would prance all around the house acting out The Nutcracker or Swan Lake. I mean that why you're father and I were so easy when you told us you were gay, we figured from the start you had to be." Trevor was still laughing, Marcus looked over and Trevor tried to stop. "I'm sorry, it's just so cute to think about," Trevor offered. "Well, I guess that lead was a bust," Marcus said. "Why?" Paula asked. "If you want to do ballet still, go for it." "No, that's okay," Marcus replied quickly. "Oh honey, don't be embarrassed," Paula said giving him a kiss. "It's cute you wanted to be a little ballerina. Now you two finish eating your dinner while I get dessert ready." Paula got up and went into the kitchen while Marcus turned to Trevor. "She loves you," Marcus said with a smile. "I love her," Trevor replied. "She has to be the greatest woman I've ever met." "She is pretty great," Marcus said with a smile. "And I never knew you wanted to be a ballerina," Trevor joked. "Yeah, I guess that puts the whole 'do what I wanted to do when I was younger' thing to rest," Marcus replied. "Well you'll think of something," Trevor encouraged. "I hope so," Marcus sighed. At the toy store Kyle was waiting outside when David pulled up to pick him up. "Hi," Kyle said as he got in the car. "Hey babe," David replied giving Kyle a kiss. "How was work?" "It was awful as usual," Kyle replied. "How about you?" "It was fine," David replied. They started to drive, there was an awkward silence between them for a few blocks. "I have a little surprise for you," David said. "A surprise?" Kyle asked a little nervous. "What?" "You'll see," David replied. The two drove to David's apartment, when they walked inside the living room was filled with candles and music was playing. "What's going on?" Kyle asked as they walked in. "Dance with me?" David asked holding out his hand. "What are you doing?" Kyle asked still not understanding what all of this was about. "Just dance with me," David replied with a smile. Kyle and David then started dancing to the music together, holding each other close. "Do you want to tell me what happened earlier today?" David asked. "I'm sorry," Kyle replied. "I just got overwhelmed with all the future talk." "Yeah, I know," David said. "Why?" "I don't know," Kyle replied. "I guess it's just because I'm still adjusting to all of this." "To us?" David asked confused. "No, not us in general," Kyle clarified, "Being in a relationship with someone." "We've been together for a while now," David replied. "You're still adjusting?" "It's not being in a relationship with you that I'm adjusting to," Kyle explained. "It's that I used to be someone who never wanted to date. It's just an adjustment for me that I'm now someone who likes being in a relationship and likes romance and all that stuff. I've changed a lot and I guess I'm still adjusting to all of it. I worry that if I let myself enjoy it too much that it might get taken away." "I see," David nodded. "I guess that's why I didn't handle it well when things started getting rough between us," Kyle added. "I'm just glad you told me this," David said. "I don't want to rush you or anything, I just want you to know that I believe that we're it for each other. You're my soul mate." Kyle leaned in and gave David a kiss. "Thank you," Kyle said. "I love you." "I love you too," David replied. Back at Randal's place, he, Faith and Stanley were eating dinner together and talking about Colby. "I don't know Faith," Randal sighed. "On the one hand it would be nice for the baby if you and him were together, but on the other hand he cheated on you." "I know," Faith sighed. "I've been weighing the pros and cons of both scenarios." "Do you still love him?" Stanley asked. "That's the ultimate question you need to answer." "I do love him," Faith replied. "I just don't know if I can forgive him though." "Well, look at it this way," Stanley suggested. "Can you imagine your life with out him?" "No," Faith replied after thinking for a minute. "There's your answer," Stanley said. "Thank you," Faith said getting up. "I need to go talk to him." Faith gave Stanley and Randal a kiss and headed out. She walked down to the Hilton hotel and went up to Colby's room. "Hey Faith," Colby said opening the door. "Please, come in." Faith walked inside and faced Colby. "How do I know you're not going to hurt me again?" Faith asked. "Because I know how stupid I was before and how I was a fool for thinking there was anyone else for me," Colby replied. "I just got so lost and confused, I know it's no excuse but I want you to realize that the last thing I ever wanted to do was hurt you." "I don't know how long it will take me to forgive you," Faith said. "But I don't want to lose you either." "Are you giving me a second chance?" Colby asked hopeful. "Yes," Faith nodded. Colby quickly went up and wrapped his arms around her. "Thank you so much baby. I promise, I'll never hurt you again. I'm so sorry." "I know," Faith replied holding onto Colby. "I love you," Colby said. "I love you too," Faith answered. Later that night Marcus and Trevor got back to Marcus's house. "I'm sorry that you didn't get some inspiration for a job tonight," Trevor said rubbing Marcus's back. "It's okay," Marcus replied turning to face Trevor. "Thank you so much for coming tonight." "I had a great time," Trevor said. "Your mom is great." "You're great," Marcus said giving Trevor a kiss. "I love you." "I love you," Trevor replied. At Tyler and Jake's place the two were watching tv when Jake's cell phone rang. "Hello?" Jake asked answering. "Hi," Miles said. "What do you want?" Jake sighed. "I didn't call to start trouble or anything," Miles replied. "I just called to apologize." "Really?" Jake asked. "Yes, and I wanted you to know that I'm not going to bug you anymore," Miles said. "I'm glad you're happy." "Ok," Jake replied skeptical, "Thanks." "Take care," Miles said and then hung up. Jake set his phone down and turned to Tyler. "Who was that?" Tyler asked. "No one important," Jake replied kissing Tyler. "I love you." "I love you too," Tyler answered as the two slowly began to undress each other. At Randal and Stanley's place they were lying in bed and talking. "I really appreciated how you helped Faith tonight," Randal said. "It was nothing," Stanley said. "No, it was really great," Randal said. "You just saved her marriage." "I didn't save it, I just asked questions that opened up her true feelings," Stanley said. "Well you were great," Randal said. "In fact you really turned me on tonight." "Really?" Stanley asked with a grin. "Really," Randal replied as he leaned over and started kissing Stanley. "Get those clothes off, we're going to have some fun tonight." With a smile on his face Stanley quickly started undressing while Randal began kissing his neck. **************************************************************************** To Be Continued... Sorry this one took a while, I've just been really busy. With any comments, questions or feedback please e-mail me at ilj4ever44@yahoo.com. Thanks! Hope you all have a great Valentine's Day!