Date: Fri, 22 Nov 2019 00:54:22 +0100 (CET)
From: jacoblion@tutanota.com
Subject: A Neglected Boy The Twins LI

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Story is fiction, names fabricated, locations accurate. There may be some
sex; it will be gentle and loving.

Just a reminder that the story is told by either Jake or Kori in
alternating Chapters.

A Neglected Boy "The Twins LI"
jacoblion@tutanota.com

   Kori was driving I was riding shotgun and Ethan was in the back trying
to keep his now rug-rat brat brothers under control as they were waving the
"Free" Pizza coupons and Movie passes the judge had poked in their pockets.
Well, it was noon and I think 2 large pizzas will help quiet some mouths.

   Kori and I reminded the 3 boys in the back that we needed to be home by
2 pm when Keith would be stopping by for us to help him move into his dorm
room.  Ethan didn't hear a word I was saying because he was now occupied
with text messages; Kori and I had no idea who he would be texting ... Ha!

   We arrived at Zeneli Pizzeria, Kori looked at me and I think we both had
the same idea, and that was, this place is owned by the Judge.  We handed
the young boy our "Special Coupons" and ordered one everything and one
cheese and pepperoni.  The boy, with a beautiful smile, looking back to the
lady at the counter, who I am sure was his mom, .... hollered out,
"Grandfather Special, 1, pepperoni and 1, everything; n Momma make it extra
cheese, they're really cute.

   Needless to say, our sweet little cherubs were giggling and all smiles
but Kori and I think this boy of about 14 gave Ethan a second and third
look as he handed out plates, napkins, in the form of a roll of paper
towels, and glasses.  Ethan smiled and said "Thank you"; damn if it wasn't
that smile of Ethan's that said a little more than just thanks for the
plate and napkins.

   Kori looked at me and winked as we noticed that although the place was
rather busy the waiter boy looked at Ethan and our table more attentively
than the other tables.  Perhaps it was because Justin and Kyle are so
cute. Sure it was, right?  Nah, this kid could hardly take his eyes off
Ethan.

   As the tables around us were getting their pizza we did notice Ethan
took a good look at the waiter boy several times with a nice, warm and
rather inviting smile, you might say.  Now this dark-haired Italian boy
never missed a single opportunity to return the smile.  Our pizza was
delivered with a smile, our glasses were refilled and as we each had a
slice of pizza on our plate, Antonio as we found out was his name, grated
fresh Parmigiano Reggiano cheese on each slice; Ethan seemed to get a few
more grinds of the cheese mill than the rest of us.

   Lunch was just about finished and Justin and Kyle had just a few more
bites when Ethan excused himself and headed for the restroom.  Kori gently
kicked my foot under the table and glanced toward the restroom as we
noticed Antonio must have needed to take a pee at the same time as Ethan.
Now that's interesting, isn't it?  Ethan returned to the table shortly with
a smile and Antonio returned to delivering pizzas to customers.  I hope he
washed his hands.

   As Antonio was clearing the table, I noticed him slip a piece of paper
or business card discreetly to Ethan along with a very cute smile.  Kori
handed Ethan the keys to the SUV as we walked out the door with the
rug-rats saying . . . .  "Hey teen driver no text now!  Keep eyes on road
hands on wheel." . . . .  Ethan looked at his brothers and said
. . . . "Ok, boss men but you guys sit in back and no talk loud is much
distracting." . . . . we were all laughing at the way they were talking.
Mafia.

   We were home not more than 20 minutes when there was a knock at the door
followed by 3 boys racing to see who could open the door first.  Kyle
opened the door and in a flying leap Justin had his arms wrapped around
Keith's neck and legs around his waist saying . . . .  "I miss you so
much." ...... Keith put Justin down and gave the rug-rats a pack each of
Korean seaweed snacks, Kori and I think it's disgusting, rug-rats love it
and Ethan nearly puked when he tried it.

   Ahhhh, Keith is so smart, and now the rug-rats were quiet as they tore
open those seaweed snacks that smell like dead fish snot.  We would all run
over to Durfee Hall and help Keith move his things to his room making the
job much quicker with 6 of us; or would it?  Ethan and Keith talking
continuously; not paying much attention to what needed to be done, and then
there are the amazing "twins" to keep track of.  Of course, Kori would be
giving a running lecture about the old parts of the campus making sure that
we're paying attention as if there would be a quiz later in the afternoon.

   We all loaded up in the SUV and noticed that Keith's car was packed to
the roof.  It became very obvious that Keith was not only moving into the
dorm for the semester but for the rest of his life as he had "everything"
he owned.  Fortunately, we were able to help as his dad was working.  Our
cars were parked in the only available assigned space for visitors and it
is quite a hike to his dorm.  It was just before 5pm when we finished
dragging all Keith's belongings to his room.

   What words did Kori and I hear? ... "We're hungry, I'm starved, can we
go to the dining hall?" that was Ethan, Keith, and the rug-rats.  Kori and
I had to agree, I was starved as well but No! for the dining hall.  I made
the decision it would be the Great Wall of China.  When I mentioned that
everyone especially Keith was excited.  In addition, we needed to take
Keith's car back home then take him back to the dorm; he isn't allowed to
have a car.

   Dinner was great as usual and like always Kyle and Justin received their
share of attention.  Now at the end of dinner here is how things play out
......... the bill is brought to the table and a fortune cookie is placed
in front of each of us; let me be very clear about that.  One (1) fortune
cookie is placed in front of Kori, me, Ethan, and Keith and two (2) fortune
cookies are placed in front of Justin and Kyle.  The bill is paid and the
change is brought to the table and another fortune cookie is `not so
discreetly' slipped to the little brats; I mean rug-rats.

   We drove home parked Keith's car off to the side of our driveway and
then we all took Keith back to the dorm and helped organize his room.  With
the TV and computer all hooked up and working it was time for us to say
goodnight and head off home, but, then came the question that Kori and I
were expecting as Ethan asked . . . . "Can I stay with Keith tonight?"
. . . . Kori had the answer . . . .

   . . . . "Ethan, ... Jake and I thought you might ask that question and
we both think it is a good idea `for tonight', just remember what we
discussed, and remember you have to be in Durfee Hall not later than 8:30
not roaming around campus."  The rug-rats weren't so happy with Ethan
staying and they couldn't, but big hugs and a promise that Ethan would be
home tomorrow and would play a game with them seemed to settle them down.

   The next day was fine and things were back to normal; Ethan appeared
very happy, slightly tired but very happy, and as with Kyle and Justin
excited for school to start and workouts at the pool with the swim team.
The next few weeks passed quickly with all of us back to normal school,
college, class and swim meet routines.  Kori and I were seeing much less of
Ethan just because of school work and swim team, but more of Justin and
Kyle.

   Our personal schedules were more than full and trying to complete all
the obligations had Kori and I running from early morning to late at night.
Ethan was up early trying to help get Kyle and Justin ready for school or
if Kori and I were fighting with the rug-rats Ethan was trying to make
breakfast.  Every day the routine was hectic.

   One night after Justin and Kyle were in bed Ethan came out to the
kitchen; it was already 11:15 he looked at Kori and me and said . . . . "I
love school here but it's wicked hard, I see why you wanted me to live
here." . . . . Kori and I knew the high school work for University School
was "prep" for entering Yale and so was elementary school but all 3 boys
were at the top of their class.

   It was funny because Ethan said, a few days ago, he doesn't even see
Keith that much unless Keith stays here for the weekend.  So being together
all day at school, then swim practice or meets, really doesn't mean they
are together all that much.

Now as of the first week in October we had settled into a weekday routine
but really looked forward to weekends.  Kori and I took turns picking up
Ethan, Kyle, and Justin making dinner, helping with homework with the
rug-rats, running Ethan, Justin, and Kyle back to the pool for either a
lesson or workout on some nights.

   It was the end of the second week of October when Kyle, and Justin were
getting excited about Halloween and what costumes they wanted and the big
party and trick-or-treating on campus.  Kyle decided to go as a skeleton
with his heart hanging out and Justin went as a slightly demented doctor
trying to repair Kyle.  Kori and I thought it was an awesome idea and
helped them with their costumes; I must say they looked great.

   It was Friday and Kori had a late afternoon lecture.  I picked up the
rug-rats and dropped them at the pool for lessons and then headed over to
pick up Ethan after his last class.  Ethan was with Keith and both got in
the car and Ethan just said Keith was coming home with us till I needed to
pick up Justin and Kyle. ........ Something was wrong.  ........ Arriving
home Ethan and Keith went directly to Ethan's room without saying a word.

   I was in the kitchen and in need of a good coffee when the boys came in
and sat at the table and Ethan asked . . . .  "Jake, can we talk to you
about a something at school?" . . . .  when I turned it became apparently
clear that it was Keith that had a problem; his face was sad and pale,
drained of blood and he was so nervous that his hands were shaking.  I went
over to Keith and said . . . . "whatever it is you can tell me and you know
that we will help you." . . . .  I was thinking Keith had perhaps received
a warning of subject failure, I was so very wrong.

   Keith began . . . . "Jake, I had a visitor last night ......"  . . . .
Ethan jumped in because Keith couldn't go any further and said
. . . . "Jake, (he doesn't' call me dad) Keith has been trying to be polite
and friendly with Felipe and Felipe has been pushing the `friendship'
thing; Keith has tried to tell Felipe he's not interested; but last night
Felipe knocked on Keith's door and when Keith let him in Felipe became
forceful and Keith ended up punching Felipe.  Now Keith is worried that he
will get thrown out of University School."

   I reassured Keith that he didn't need to worry about the school and that
I would discuss it with Kori when he got home.  Keith and Ethan went back
to Ethan's room and I thought it best to let them know that Keith could
spend the weekend; now that resulted in big smiles from both boys.  I left
and ran over to pick up Justin and Kyle and when returned home found Ethan
and Keith making spaghetti for dinner.

   Keith found himself with some kid wrapped around his neck and waist and
another kid tugging at him wanting a hug too.  Kori walked through the door
only 10 minutes later and while 4 boys were making dinner and somewhat of a
mess, I took time to fill Kori in on what had happened.  We decided to have
dinner about 7 leaving me time to run over to the dining hall and perhaps
have a talk with a certain someone.

   Kori was left with 4 boys and the kitchen and I was out the door before
anyone noticed.  Most students are creatures of habit when it comes to the
choice of dining halls and Felipe was just where I thought he would be.  He
was sitting with 2 friends and not even aware that I was only 10 feet away.
He looked up just as I reached the table and turned bright red.  I just
said . . . .  "Hello Felipe, I hate to interrupt your dinner but may I have
a moment with you?" . . . .

   Felipe stood and joined me as we walked over to a quiet corner.  He
looked at me and his look said he knew why I was there and he became very
nervous.  I said . . . . "Felipe that is quite a bruise on your face; don't
say anything it's in your best interest not to."

   I continued . . . . "Here is what I'm going to say Felipe... You find
Ethan and Keith attractive, and they are, but neither of them is interested
in you.  If you wish to remain at this University you will not speak to or
approach either Keith or Ethan for the remainder of your time here.  Should
either Keith or Ethan ever say that you have tried what you tried last
night you need to know that harassment charges will be filed and I will see
that you will leave this University.  Now go back to your dinner."

   I arrived home to hugs from the rug-rats and Kori and discovered that 2
boys were missing, well, not missing just very quiet in Ethan's room.  Kori
shoved garlic bread in the oven and I poured drinks and called everyone for
dinner.  Kyle and Justin, Kori and I were at the table when these 2 very
red-faced boys joined the party and were told they could serve dinner.  I
think the best way to describe how they looked was to say they looked like
they just finished a 5-mile run on a cold day with such red cheeks.

   To be Continued . . . . . A Neglected Boy "The Twins LII"

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