Date: Wed, 25 Oct 2023 19:11:28 +0000 (UTC)
From: Harry Broom <harry.broom@yahoo.com>
Subject: Return to Barcelona 10

Return to Barcelona:

In Amsterdam 10

After the bombshell, Tom decided that he could not take Klaus for granted
and that he had to put more effort into the relationship. He negotiated
more time off work to spend time doing more things together with Klaus. The
first planned event was an evening at the Joburg Ballet Theatre. Tom knew
that this was something Klaus would enjoy, and he wasn't wrong. Klaus
appreciated the evening out. Tom remembered the evening they had enjoyed at
the ballet in Barcelona.

They also tried to do some walks together after work which really gave them
some quiet time together. They spoke a lot on their walks and often thought
about Adam on the farm. They looked forward to joining Adam on his trip to
Amsterdam.

Tom and Klaus also started to search for a larger apartment. There was one
going in the building where they stayed, and it was one floor above
theirs'. It had two large bedrooms and a large lounge/dining room. Tom
would share the one room with Adam when he came to Joburg and Klaus could
have the other room. Klaus was happy with the arrangement, and they just
had to wait for Adam to visit and give his approval.

Adam came for a few days, and it was great to be reunited with him. Tom
kissed him and was very glad to be close to him. Adam liked the new
apartment and suggested that they go ahead and sign a lease. That night
they decided to eat at Tom's favourite pizzeria and Klaus was glad to be
together with them. They spoke a lot and Klaus told Adam all about his
dissertation and the trouble he was having with his supervisor. Adam
suggested that he try and see if he could change his supervisor and that
this was fraught with problems. Tom was now on a surgery block and was
enjoying the team he was assigned to. Adam spoke about Anna and how she was
doing at work, she was still experiencing some challenges with some of the
families she was working with. Hannah, the family lawyer was doing well
with Hans' estate and was piecing things together.

When they got home, they took a shower together. It was good for them to be
together again, and they enjoyed familiarising themselves with each other's
bodies again. They wanked each other, kissed, and sucked each other off. It
was all very sensual under the hot shower. They slept together that night
and enjoyed the intimacy.

Tom had to leave early in the morning and Klaus and Adam were left to lie
in together. After returning from emptying his bladder Adam snuggled up
against Klaus' back. His erection pressed against Klaus. Klaus enjoyed this
attention and turned around and kissed Adam. Adam asked Klaus to fuck
him. Klaus was very aroused and lifted Adam's legs and put them on his
shoulders. The lube made entry easy, and Klaus was beside himself. He
wanked Adam who came before Klaus did. It was very intense. They lay in bed
playing with each other's bodies for a while.

A couple of weeks later they were at the airport waiting to board the
flight to Amsterdam. Adam used some of the trust funds to get
business-class tickets for himself, Tom and Klaus. They enjoyed drinks and
dinner in the business lounge and boarded just before midnight. Their seats
folded completely flat and with blankets covering them, they were set to
sleep the entire journey.

Tom was looking out the window as the plane descended into Amsterdam. The
first thing that struck him was the intricate network of canals that cut
through the city like a life-giving circulatory system. The waters sparkled
under the gentle touch of the sun, reflecting the architectural landscape
that lined their banks. It looked as if the city had been meticulously
etched into the landscape, a patchwork of islands connected by countless
bridges.

The buildings of Amsterdam immediately captured Tom's attention. Their
diverse facades, adorned with gabled roofs and richly coloured bricks,
leaned together in a haphazard but harmonious fashion.

The church spires, tall and elegant, broke the skyline, evoking a sense of
peace amid the vibrant urban landscape. They stood as sentinels of
Amsterdam's religious history, rising above the hustle and bustle of modern
life.

Dam Square, at the heart of the city, was impossible to miss. The Royal
Palace, a majestic symbol of the city's historical significance, stood
regally amidst the lively streets and bustling markets. It seemed to
dominate over the city with a sense of quiet grandeur.

The green spaces of Amsterdam provided a refreshing contrast to the urban
surroundings. The carefully cultivated tulip gardens in various parks
splashed vibrant colours across the landscape, reflecting the Dutch passion
for flowers.

As the plane continued its descent, the IJ river seemed to stretch
endlessly, providing a watery frame for the city. Modern structures like
the striking Film Institute added to the historic cityscape.

Amsterdam, with its delicate blend of tradition and innovation, appeared as
a living, breathing creature from the air. The canals and the architecture
combined to create an image of a city that was both timeless and
contemporary.

Touching down at Schiphol Airport, Tom knew that an adventure was about to
begin, and he eagerly anticipated finding their group in the welcoming
streets, picturesque canals, and rich culture of Amsterdam.

It was autumn in Amsterdam and the trees along the canals were turning
gold. They took a taxi to the gay-friendly hotel where they were booked. It
was two days before the conference, and they planned to do some tourist
stuff. Adam had reserved a double room on the first floor. They used the
lift, to avoid the narrow staircase, to get to the first floor and unpacked
their luggage.

Tom and Adam shared a bed and Klaus had his own bed. They had a little rest
before lunch and planned to visit the Rijksmuseum in the afternoon where
there was a magnificent exhibition, and they had managed to get some online
tickets. It was an incredible visit. Tom enjoyed the new descriptions of
exhibits which spoke about the colonial links of the art.

Late afternoon they walked to a little pancake restaurant that Adam had
visited years ago. It was owned by a queer man. They had to climb a narrow
staircase to get to the first floor, there was enough space in the
restaurant for two tables. This venue brought back so many memories for
Adam.

Klaus loved Amsterdam; he had never been there before, but he enjoyed the
cosmopolitan feel of the place. Tom also enjoyed the city, which if Tom was
honest was a real tourist trap. They walked back to their hotel and had an
early night as the long overnight flight was catching up with them.

They enjoyed a light breakfast at the hotel. They had booked tickets for
the Van Gogh Museum and they were there before the crowds arrived. Klaus
was in his element as they walked around the familiar artworks. There was
nothing to beat being in the presence of such magnificent art. Klaus was
fond of one portrait which highlighted his eyes and his ginger
complexion. He did track it down and took a few photographs. They enjoyed
eating Dutch fries in the Museum Square that afternoon, and after lunch,
they spent time in the Stedelijk Museum which showcases contemporary art.

That night they visited a new artisanal restaurant which was the talk of
the town. The owners of the hotel had recommended the place, which lived up
to expectations. The décor was simple and stylish, and the food was out
of this world. The chef had worked in a Michelin-rated restaurant and had
transferred his culinary skills to his new restaurant.

That night Adam had to put the final touches to his paper, as the
conference was starting the next day. Klaus and Tom planned to travel to
the Kröller-Müller Museum the next day while Adam was at the
conference.

The Museum was in the De Hoge Veluwe National Park. Klaus explained that
the Kröller-Müller Museum was the lifework of Helene
Kröller-Müller. Between 1907 and 1922, she and her husband Anton
Kröller bought almost 11,500 works of art, accumulating one of the
largest private collections of the twentieth century. The museum first
opened its doors in 1938.

The museum is a second home to Vincent van Gogh and boasts almost 90
paintings and more than 180 drawings, making it the second-largest
collection of Van Goghs in the world. In addition, the museum is home to
top works by modern masters including Claude Monet, Georges Seurat, Pablo
Picasso and Piet Mondriaan.

Tom and Klaus cycled around the park and spent the morning in the
museum. That afternoon they enjoyed a picnic in the gardens. They took a
train back to Amsterdam in the evening.

They were glad to connect with Adam again. His paper went well and there
were many questions discussed after his presentation. That night they went
to one of the oldest gay pubs in the city, where they met some locals and
drank a couple of beers together. Later they walked back to the hotel and
took turns showering. They decided to spend the night together in one bed
enjoying the intimacy.

The next morning Adam had to get to the conference early and Tom and Klaus
decided to stay together in bed. Klaus wanted Tom to have sex with him, and
it was a great experience for both, and it was particularly special being
in Amsterdam together.

After a shower, Tom and Klaus went for a walk in Vondel Park. The autumn
leaves made for a picturesque setting, and they enjoyed exploring the
park. Klaus wanted to visit one of the famous coffee shops in the afternoon
and Tom agreed to go with him. It was a good experience, but Tom said that
he wouldn't want to do it again. It was late afternoon; they spent some
time in the American Bookshop at the heart of the city. Tom found a lovely
book on the secret lives of fungi for Adam.

They met Adam on Museum Square in the evening, it was a little chilly but
still pleasant enough to be outside. They walked along the thoroughfare to
Rembrandt Square where they had dinner.

The conference was over, and they planned to take a trip by train the next
day up to Groningen to meet up with Adam's cousin who worked at the
university. She was an English lecturer, and Adam had not seen her in
years. The town was known for its medieval buildings and the huge number of
bicycles. Kate welcomed them at the station, and they walked across to her
office on campus. There she introduced them to some of her postgraduate
students and they spent the afternoon on the university lawns. She had a
seminar scheduled with them on Damon Galgut's award-winning book "The
Promise". She set the afternoon up for them as South African experts to
interrogate as she led the discussion.

That evening they had dinner with Kate at the hotel where they were
staying. Kate left early and they decided to find one of the many
nightclubs that Groningen was famous for. There was an excellent band
playing and they ended up staying until after midnight. Klaus had never
really been in a venue like this, and he was having a lot of fun. Adam felt
a bit old for the place, and Tom found it too loud. They enjoyed the
freedom of the club and were able to hold each other freely and kiss
whenever they wanted.

Their hotel room was far too tiny for three adult men, and they almost fell
over each other. The bed was almost big enough to accommodate the three of
them, but to be honest, it wasn't comfortable. They found it difficult to
do much that night, but at least they were close.

The next morning, they were chatting in bed and Klaus told them that
Hamburg was only 230km away. Adam suggested that Klaus take a train and go
visit his family, and Klaus said he would if they wanted him. He tried to
call his mother and his sisters, but no one answered. So, he decided to
rather return to Amsterdam with his friends.

It was good to be in their large hotel room again, and that night they
planned to have dinner on a canal barge. After a few beers, they found
themselves naked in bed and had some fun sucking and rimming. Later that
night Klaus fucked both Tom and Adam.

They had one day left in Amsterdam and Tom wanted to visit the Anne Frank
Museum. They walked across town and found their way to the museum where
they joined a long queue waiting to enter the museum. Tom had read the
diary and thought that the place was iconic and that he had to see
it. After a long wait, they got in and saw the room behind the
bookshelf. Tom was pleased that they got to see the house. That afternoon
they were on a plane to Paris where they would spend a night.

As the plane approached Paris, the patchwork of fields and small towns that
make up the outskirts of the city, gradually gave way to the dense urban
landscape. The Seine snakes its way through the heart of Paris, and it's
one of the most prominent features from the air.

Tom spotted some of Paris's most famous landmarks. The Eiffel Tower,
standing tall in the Champ de Mars, was unmistakable. He also caught a
glimpse of the Louvre Museum, the Notre-Dame Cathedral, and the
Sacré-Cœur Basilica at the top of Montmartre.

Tom could see the city's signature Haussmannian buildings with their
uniform grey rooftops. The symmetry and elegance of these structures
defined the city's skyline.

Tom noticed various green spaces and parks scattered throughout the city
which provided a contrast to the urban sprawl. Tom observed that Paris was
a dense city, and the view from the airplane window showcased the tightly
packed streets and buildings that give the city its unique energy and
character.

The hotel was located very close to Notre Dame, it was a grand
Renaissance-type building with a welcoming lobby. The room, which was
beautifully furnished was located on the second floor and was very
spacious. Tom, Adam and Klaus took a communal shower and got ready to walk
the streets of Paris, heading along the Seine to the Eiffel Tower. The
tower was illuminated and flashed its welcome. They took an elevator to the
viewing deck that had spectacular views in all directions. They took a few
selfies and then climbed higher.

It was getting chilly, so they made their way back to the hotel. There they
enjoyed a French dinner and a couple of bottles of wine. They snuggled
together in the bed and kissed. Tom asked Klaus and Adam to have sex with
him and they took turns celebrating Tom's hole. They approached him from
different sides and fondled his cock and kissed him too. They tried to make
it a celebration of Tom. Once things quietened down Adam thought about the
two young men in bed with him and how fortunate he was. He admired their
youthful beauty in the moonlight streaming through the window. Klaus was
asleep already. Tom was still awake as he lay playing with Adam's hair. He
really loved Tom, and he told him.

The next day they made their way to the airport to return to South Africa.