The Little Things Pt 801/? (Forever After Sequel)
Chapter 801
Flashback 2009
Flashback
Kris found himself sat between Lil and Meg as Matt, Danny and Allison fought over what movie to watch. They had just arrived back from their first rehearsal for the live show and with everyone on edge Kris had suggested a movie but now as he watched Allison smack Danny's head he thought maybe spending the night huddled together in one room might not be a good idea now.
“Behave kids.” As if magic Adam appeared at the back of Kris's chair as he smiled down at Allison.
“He won't let me pick.” Allison pouted up at Adam. Kris had to smile, they had only known each other for a few weeks but Allison knew exactly how to get Adam to do what she wanted.
“Let him pick baby girl.” Adam smiled resting his hands on Kris's shoulders. “The old man will fall asleep before the first five minutes anyway. Then you can watch what you want.” Adam explained as gently as he could.
“Going out.” Lil asked all excited as she looked up and down at Adam's outfit.
“Just a few drinks with a few friends.” He explained as he squeezed Kris's shoulders to get his attention. “I won't be too long. I'll try to not wake you when I come in.” Kris only smiled up at Adam before the older man disappeared out the door leaving behind a group of smiling men.
“What?” Kris asked as he looked towards Matt and Danny.
“It's sweet that your man doesn't want to disturb you when he comes in.” Matt teasingly smiled at Kris.
“Yea.” Danny laughed. “And we all know you'll be sitting up waiting for him to return.”
Kris just rolled his eyes at the bad jokes. He had heard them all before . It had only taken them an hour of moving into the mansion when Matt started calling Kris Adam's wifey because they were hanging around each other so much. “Yea really funny guys.”
“It's pathetic.” Meg said. “They all wait until Adam leaves the room before they start their little jokes.”
“Exactly.” Allison laughed. “The little boys are scared.”
“Of what?” Matt asked looking at Meg.
“Of the 6ft 1 guy that just walked out.” Meg suggested earning a round of giggles from the rest of the girls.
“Oh please.” Danny said rolling his eyes. “It's hard to be scared of someone that wears more make up that my Mom.”
“So you're saying you would tease Kris like this if Adam was hear.” Lil asked from her seat beside Kris.
“Of course I would.” Danny answered jumping instantly as the front door opened and slammed shut. “Lets just drop it now guys.” Danny said in a panic as he looked a the door.
“No lets tell Adam what you've been saying.” Meg teased. “Adam”
“Shhh.” Danny said in a panic.
“Scared in case that's Adam?” Allison smirked as she pushed Danny.
Danny shook his head as he watched the door his face instantly relaxing when Michael walked in. “Thank god.”
“Where is he?” Michael asked as he took off his coat. “Where's Adam.”
“Out.” Kris answered as he looked confused at the tall figure in front of him. “He's met a friend for drinks.”
“He's in so much fucking trouble.” Michael said causing the whole room to look at him in stunned silence. Kris hadn't known him long but he knew Michael wasn't one for swearing, the word seemed almost foreign coming out his mouth.
“Why what's he done?” Kris asked his heart rate speed up at the thought of Adam being in trouble with the show.
“I hung around the studio to get in more practice and Simon Cowell showed up to talk to the producers.” Michael explained as everyone watched him closely. Kris could tell that whatever he was about to say was not going to be good. “There are pictures of Adam on line. Pictures Simon Cowell was not happy about.”
“What kind?” Danny asked a little too excited for Kris's liking.
“I don't know much.” Michael shrugged. “Just that they involve another man and Simon is not pleased.”
The room fell into a stunned silence as everyone looked at each other. It was Matt that leaped up first announcing that he had to see them before everyone else followed, all scrambling to get their own lap tops leaving Kris and Michael behind.
“Not want to join in on the party?” Kris asked annoyed that everyone seemed so excited by the idea of there being naughty pictures of Adam to see.
“I don't agree with what he is.” Michael said very annoyed as he sat next to Kris.
“You don't like Jews.” Kris asked attempting to lighten the dark mood that had set over him.
“I don't like queers.” Michael said bluntly causing Kris to flinch at the hate in his voice. “And as a Christian you shouldn't either.”
“As a Christian I was taught to like everyone no matter what religion race or sex they are.” Kris didn't want to get into a religious fight with Michael, he knew there was no was of winning with him.
“Just be careful.” Michael warned. “Getting too close to him might cause talk. Keep your distance.” Michael stood looking down at Kris. “Anyway looks like he won't be here much longer. The first public vote and he'll be gone.” Michael laughed as he left Kris alone in the room. Kris waited till Michael was out of sight before looking down at his clenched hands. Opening them up he winced as he watched the small amount of blood running down his wrist. A small in print from where his nails dug into the skin. “Fuck.”
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Kris watched the clock in his room flash five am as he lay on top of his bed wide awake. He had not heard a word from Adam and by now he knew Simon Cowell had found him. So as six o'clock approached and the bedroom door finally opened Kris couldn't contain his excitement as he watched Adam enter.
“Adam.” Kris half squealed as he ran and threw his arms around Adam's waist.
“Easy.” Adam smiled weakly pushing Kris away from him enough so he could see him.
Kris could see the tiredness on Adam's face. “Are you okay? I heard what happened.”
“Thought you might.” Adam sighed as he pulled Kris back in for another hug.
“Are you okay?” Kris repeated into Adam's denim clad shoulder.
“Heads filled with lawyer talk.” Adam mumbled. “Simon Cowell came and got me from a fucking gay bar.” He laughed. “Almost shit myself when I looked up and saw him walking towards me.”
Kris pulled back from the hug to look up at Adam. “Adam are you okay?”
“I'm fine. I'll be fine.” Adam answered as he pulled away from Kris to sit down on the bed.
“Is it bad?” Kris asked taking a seat beside his new friend. “Are the pictures bad?”
“You haven't looked?” Adam asked looking at Kris.
“I didn't want to invade your privacy.” Kris answered shyly.
“The whole fucking country seen them by now.” Adam laughed.
“The whole fucking country love to gossip.” Kris answered dryly.
“Language.” Adam said like he was mockingly scolding Kris.
“You said it.” Kris pointed out.
“Yea but I'm a bad seed.” Adam said his face suddenly pulling into a frown as he looked down at his hands.
“Is that what Simon said.” Kris asked as he watched Adam nod slowly. “He actually said that?”
“Apparently I'm the headline grabber of the season. The one to draw in the crowd good or bad.” Adam shook his head sighing. “He hopes I stay in for a week or two so I can cause drama, drama sells apparently, but hey.” Adam looked at Kris with a half smile. “Apparently your the eye candy for the show, something to bring in the screaming girls.”
Kris looked sadly at his new friend. He had only known him a few weeks but in those few weeks he had learnt so much. Like for eight years he had struggled to make it and now was his chance. He could see the fear in Adam's eyes at the realisation that maybe it was all about to end. That eight years of hard work was for nothing.
“Simon doesn't know everything.” Kris said weakly as he watched Adam.
“He knows the American Idol viewers.” Adam said as a tear rolled down his cheek. “Fucking stupid homophobic show.”
“Hey.” Kris said getting on to his knees to kneel in front of Adam, taking both Adam's hands in his he thought about Michael and his warning. “Fuck them all.” Kris said in anger. “If they think they're going to weaken you and ruin all your hard work they're wrong. You've got to show the fuckers you mean business. Get on that stage on Tuesday and give them the biggest fuck you ever.”
Adam laughed through his tears as he looked down at Kris. “Your a cute one when your a bad ass.” Adam teased. Kris thought about Michael again as he squeezed Adam's tight.
“You need to sing another song.” Kris said not caring about Michael any more.
“I'm singing Thriller.”
“No.” Kris shook his head. “You need to sing Black and White. Let the bastards hear those lyrics.”
“Where's shy unassuming Kris.” Adam laughed as another tear rolled down his cheek.
“He's still here.” Kris smiled. “I just don't like people trying to push around the people I care about.” Adam looked down at Kris with a look in his eyes. “Got something to say Lambert?”
“For a straight dude you're pretty cool with the faggot being so close.” Adam said holding up their entwined hands.
“And you're pretty cool for having a straight so close to you.” Kris lifted out their entwined hands to wipe away another tear from Adam's cheek. “Please stop crying.” He pleaded.
“Okay.” Adam mouthed moving their hands to his lips to give Kris's knuckles a soft kiss. He quickly let go of Kris's hand as he shyly gave an apologetic smile.
“Don't start getting shy on me now Lambert.” Kris said waving his hand in front of Adam.
“Hey what's that?” Adam asked gripping Kris's wrist to look at his hand. “How's your hand cut?”
Kris looked down at his hand as Adam traced the slight cut with his fingers. “It was either this or Michaels face.” Kris answered earning a confused look from Adam. “He was saying things, not nice things.”
“About me?” Adam asked.
“He's an ass hole.” Kris answered.
“And not worth you hurting yourself over.” Adam pointed out still tracing the cut with his fingers.
“I don't want people thinking bad things about you. I have this weird need to protect you,” Kris confessed as he looked down at his hands. “God I sound like a stalker.”
“I think you sound like a best friend.” Adam smiled lifting their hands up causing Kris's eyes to follow. “And I think you're a very sweet best friend. Thank you.” Adam said as he left a soft kiss on Kris's injured hand.
End Of Flashback 2009
Flash Forward 2039
“So you’ve both been this sickling for years,” Elle shrugged as Adam took a seat at the kitchen table. “Why are you making us relive it?”
“Because thirty years is a big deal,” Sebastian pointed out. “Hey you guys should do something.”
“Well I am going shopping,” Kris shrugged. “I could pick us up something nice for dinner.”
“That would be nice,” Adam smiled. “Maybe Italian?”
“And we could watch a movie,” Kris suggested.
“There you go,” Elle smiled. “You two get settled into your boring life,” she added standing up. “I’m going to go live mine.”
“Elle?” Sebastian said as he followed Elle out of the kitchen.
“Uh huh?”
“Maybe we should be doing something for them,” Sebastian whispered.
“I did the dirty dishes for them earlier,” Elle shrugged. “What else do you want?”
“Maybe something more,” Sebastian frowned as he grabbed Elle by the elbow. “Come on, lets go over to Sophia’s and see what she says.”
“Great,” Elle groaned. “Now we’re getting dragged into this little trip down memory lane.”
End of Flash Forward 2039
Flashback 2009
Flashback
Kris found himself sat between Lil and Meg as Matt, Danny and Allison fought over what movie to watch. They had just arrived back from their first rehearsal for the live show and with everyone on edge Kris had suggested a movie but now as he watched Allison smack Danny's head he thought maybe spending the night huddled together in one room might not be a good idea now.
“Behave kids.” As if magic Adam appeared at the back of Kris's chair as he smiled down at Allison.
“He won't let me pick.” Allison pouted up at Adam. Kris had to smile, they had only known each other for a few weeks but Allison knew exactly how to get Adam to do what she wanted.
“Let him pick baby girl.” Adam smiled resting his hands on Kris's shoulders. “The old man will fall asleep before the first five minutes anyway. Then you can watch what you want.” Adam explained as gently as he could.
“Going out.” Lil asked all excited as she looked up and down at Adam's outfit.
“Just a few drinks with a few friends.” He explained as he squeezed Kris's shoulders to get his attention. “I won't be too long. I'll try to not wake you when I come in.” Kris only smiled up at Adam before the older man disappeared out the door leaving behind a group of smiling men.
“What?” Kris asked as he looked towards Matt and Danny.
“It's sweet that your man doesn't want to disturb you when he comes in.” Matt teasingly smiled at Kris.
“Yea.” Danny laughed. “And we all know you'll be sitting up waiting for him to return.”
Kris just rolled his eyes at the bad jokes. He had heard them all before . It had only taken them an hour of moving into the mansion when Matt started calling Kris Adam's wifey because they were hanging around each other so much. “Yea really funny guys.”
“It's pathetic.” Meg said. “They all wait until Adam leaves the room before they start their little jokes.”
“Exactly.” Allison laughed. “The little boys are scared.”
“Of what?” Matt asked looking at Meg.
“Of the 6ft 1 guy that just walked out.” Meg suggested earning a round of giggles from the rest of the girls.
“Oh please.” Danny said rolling his eyes. “It's hard to be scared of someone that wears more make up that my Mom.”
“So you're saying you would tease Kris like this if Adam was hear.” Lil asked from her seat beside Kris.
“Of course I would.” Danny answered jumping instantly as the front door opened and slammed shut. “Lets just drop it now guys.” Danny said in a panic as he looked a the door.
“No lets tell Adam what you've been saying.” Meg teased. “Adam”
“Shhh.” Danny said in a panic.
“Scared in case that's Adam?” Allison smirked as she pushed Danny.
Danny shook his head as he watched the door his face instantly relaxing when Michael walked in. “Thank god.”
“Where is he?” Michael asked as he took off his coat. “Where's Adam.”
“Out.” Kris answered as he looked confused at the tall figure in front of him. “He's met a friend for drinks.”
“He's in so much fucking trouble.” Michael said causing the whole room to look at him in stunned silence. Kris hadn't known him long but he knew Michael wasn't one for swearing, the word seemed almost foreign coming out his mouth.
“Why what's he done?” Kris asked his heart rate speed up at the thought of Adam being in trouble with the show.
“I hung around the studio to get in more practice and Simon Cowell showed up to talk to the producers.” Michael explained as everyone watched him closely. Kris could tell that whatever he was about to say was not going to be good. “There are pictures of Adam on line. Pictures Simon Cowell was not happy about.”
“What kind?” Danny asked a little too excited for Kris's liking.
“I don't know much.” Michael shrugged. “Just that they involve another man and Simon is not pleased.”
The room fell into a stunned silence as everyone looked at each other. It was Matt that leaped up first announcing that he had to see them before everyone else followed, all scrambling to get their own lap tops leaving Kris and Michael behind.
“Not want to join in on the party?” Kris asked annoyed that everyone seemed so excited by the idea of there being naughty pictures of Adam to see.
“I don't agree with what he is.” Michael said very annoyed as he sat next to Kris.
“You don't like Jews.” Kris asked attempting to lighten the dark mood that had set over him.
“I don't like queers.” Michael said bluntly causing Kris to flinch at the hate in his voice. “And as a Christian you shouldn't either.”
“As a Christian I was taught to like everyone no matter what religion race or sex they are.” Kris didn't want to get into a religious fight with Michael, he knew there was no was of winning with him.
“Just be careful.” Michael warned. “Getting too close to him might cause talk. Keep your distance.” Michael stood looking down at Kris. “Anyway looks like he won't be here much longer. The first public vote and he'll be gone.” Michael laughed as he left Kris alone in the room. Kris waited till Michael was out of sight before looking down at his clenched hands. Opening them up he winced as he watched the small amount of blood running down his wrist. A small in print from where his nails dug into the skin. “Fuck.”
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Kris watched the clock in his room flash five am as he lay on top of his bed wide awake. He had not heard a word from Adam and by now he knew Simon Cowell had found him. So as six o'clock approached and the bedroom door finally opened Kris couldn't contain his excitement as he watched Adam enter.
“Adam.” Kris half squealed as he ran and threw his arms around Adam's waist.
“Easy.” Adam smiled weakly pushing Kris away from him enough so he could see him.
Kris could see the tiredness on Adam's face. “Are you okay? I heard what happened.”
“Thought you might.” Adam sighed as he pulled Kris back in for another hug.
“Are you okay?” Kris repeated into Adam's denim clad shoulder.
“Heads filled with lawyer talk.” Adam mumbled. “Simon Cowell came and got me from a fucking gay bar.” He laughed. “Almost shit myself when I looked up and saw him walking towards me.”
Kris pulled back from the hug to look up at Adam. “Adam are you okay?”
“I'm fine. I'll be fine.” Adam answered as he pulled away from Kris to sit down on the bed.
“Is it bad?” Kris asked taking a seat beside his new friend. “Are the pictures bad?”
“You haven't looked?” Adam asked looking at Kris.
“I didn't want to invade your privacy.” Kris answered shyly.
“The whole fucking country seen them by now.” Adam laughed.
“The whole fucking country love to gossip.” Kris answered dryly.
“Language.” Adam said like he was mockingly scolding Kris.
“You said it.” Kris pointed out.
“Yea but I'm a bad seed.” Adam said his face suddenly pulling into a frown as he looked down at his hands.
“Is that what Simon said.” Kris asked as he watched Adam nod slowly. “He actually said that?”
“Apparently I'm the headline grabber of the season. The one to draw in the crowd good or bad.” Adam shook his head sighing. “He hopes I stay in for a week or two so I can cause drama, drama sells apparently, but hey.” Adam looked at Kris with a half smile. “Apparently your the eye candy for the show, something to bring in the screaming girls.”
Kris looked sadly at his new friend. He had only known him a few weeks but in those few weeks he had learnt so much. Like for eight years he had struggled to make it and now was his chance. He could see the fear in Adam's eyes at the realisation that maybe it was all about to end. That eight years of hard work was for nothing.
“Simon doesn't know everything.” Kris said weakly as he watched Adam.
“He knows the American Idol viewers.” Adam said as a tear rolled down his cheek. “Fucking stupid homophobic show.”
“Hey.” Kris said getting on to his knees to kneel in front of Adam, taking both Adam's hands in his he thought about Michael and his warning. “Fuck them all.” Kris said in anger. “If they think they're going to weaken you and ruin all your hard work they're wrong. You've got to show the fuckers you mean business. Get on that stage on Tuesday and give them the biggest fuck you ever.”
Adam laughed through his tears as he looked down at Kris. “Your a cute one when your a bad ass.” Adam teased. Kris thought about Michael again as he squeezed Adam's tight.
“You need to sing another song.” Kris said not caring about Michael any more.
“I'm singing Thriller.”
“No.” Kris shook his head. “You need to sing Black and White. Let the bastards hear those lyrics.”
“Where's shy unassuming Kris.” Adam laughed as another tear rolled down his cheek.
“He's still here.” Kris smiled. “I just don't like people trying to push around the people I care about.” Adam looked down at Kris with a look in his eyes. “Got something to say Lambert?”
“For a straight dude you're pretty cool with the faggot being so close.” Adam said holding up their entwined hands.
“And you're pretty cool for having a straight so close to you.” Kris lifted out their entwined hands to wipe away another tear from Adam's cheek. “Please stop crying.” He pleaded.
“Okay.” Adam mouthed moving their hands to his lips to give Kris's knuckles a soft kiss. He quickly let go of Kris's hand as he shyly gave an apologetic smile.
“Don't start getting shy on me now Lambert.” Kris said waving his hand in front of Adam.
“Hey what's that?” Adam asked gripping Kris's wrist to look at his hand. “How's your hand cut?”
Kris looked down at his hand as Adam traced the slight cut with his fingers. “It was either this or Michaels face.” Kris answered earning a confused look from Adam. “He was saying things, not nice things.”
“About me?” Adam asked.
“He's an ass hole.” Kris answered.
“And not worth you hurting yourself over.” Adam pointed out still tracing the cut with his fingers.
“I don't want people thinking bad things about you. I have this weird need to protect you,” Kris confessed as he looked down at his hands. “God I sound like a stalker.”
“I think you sound like a best friend.” Adam smiled lifting their hands up causing Kris's eyes to follow. “And I think you're a very sweet best friend. Thank you.” Adam said as he left a soft kiss on Kris's injured hand.
End Of Flashback 2009
Flash Forward 2039
“So you’ve both been this sickling for years,” Elle shrugged as Adam took a seat at the kitchen table. “Why are you making us relive it?”
“Because thirty years is a big deal,” Sebastian pointed out. “Hey you guys should do something.”
“Well I am going shopping,” Kris shrugged. “I could pick us up something nice for dinner.”
“That would be nice,” Adam smiled. “Maybe Italian?”
“And we could watch a movie,” Kris suggested.
“There you go,” Elle smiled. “You two get settled into your boring life,” she added standing up. “I’m going to go live mine.”
“Elle?” Sebastian said as he followed Elle out of the kitchen.
“Uh huh?”
“Maybe we should be doing something for them,” Sebastian whispered.
“I did the dirty dishes for them earlier,” Elle shrugged. “What else do you want?”
“Maybe something more,” Sebastian frowned as he grabbed Elle by the elbow. “Come on, lets go over to Sophia’s and see what she says.”
“Great,” Elle groaned. “Now we’re getting dragged into this little trip down memory lane.”
End of Flash Forward 2039