Like Birds of a Feather

As Zacky inhaled the deadly smoke into his lungs, his eyes clenched shut as if to get rid of the sounds of Matt and Brian having sex, Brian's moans... how he should be moaning if it were him instead of Matt. He tried to drown out those sounds by screaming in his head, it worked a little bit until he felt a warm hand on his shoulder. His eyes opened, his own emerald orbs meeting with Jimmy's azure blue ones. Zacky couldn't be sure if the lighting was playing a trick on him, if it wasnt, Zacky could have sworn he saw more than concern in Jimmy's eyes.

He could hear the softness in Jimmy's voice, more so than usual. Granted, Jimmy had been acting strange around Zacky. Much like Matt used to around Brian. Just with the last parting words of his sentence, Zacky's breath hitched, his whole movements froze. His mouth gaping like a fish out of water as he looked over at Jimmy, their eyes never once breaking contact.

"You... wait... get over? How?" Zacky murmured softly, it was almost a whisper. He was usure of himself; could he get over Brian? It was possible but it'd take time and effort and Zacky wasn't 100% sure he wanted to get over Brian... but he had to, like everyone's said, Matt will always be Brian's just as Brian will always be Matt's.

(Ooooooh I like a little bit of Jacky oh oh oh you should do Jim and I'll do Zee?!)

@ RachTheBat

Matt buried his face into the crook of Brian's neck as he panted, the hot water raining down on him lubricating their union even more. "Bri, shit! So good!" He moaned. He pulled back and watched as his cock was repeatedly swallowed up by his boyfriend, slipping in and out of him, the head if his dick brushing against that spongey spot deep inside Brian, his holy grail. "M'gonna!" Matt mumbled, placing wet, open mouthed kisses along the length of Brian's throat, grazing his teeth along the skin before sucking his mark into his boyfriend's pale flesh as he pounded into Brian with great force, Brian's high pitched moans like music to his ears.

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Jimmy knew now was not the right time to announce his little crush on the guitarist that sat next to him, knew the guy was still hung up on his best friend too much to even notice jimmy. The lanky drummer would just bide his time, wait for the right moment to strike before he pounced on Zacky and made him forget all about the brown eyed boy that constantly plagued his dreams. "We'll have some fun and take your mind off of Haner, promise." Jimmy stamped down on the butt of his cigarette and jumped down off the wall, holding his had out for the Vengeance man to take. "Comin?"

(Something like that okay?)

@ Synful Cocktail

Brian came hard, spurt after spurt of milky-white liquid shooting out from his tip as his moans grew louder in pitch. The water washing over them both as Matt tightens his arms around the still writhing man. His muscles clenching around his boyfriend's length as the other hit his own peak. Both their mouths found each other, their tongues dancing as they come down off their high.

Brian's hand moved up his boyfriend's back, smoothing over the hard expanse of muscle until it tangled in his light brown hair. Just stroking the wet strands had the younger man lean up into his touch. "Baby, I love you so much," Matt murmured softly, peppering chaste kisses along Brian's collarbone.

Brian smiled, placing a kiss to Matt's sweaty forehead, "I love you too," He replied against the tanned skin.

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Zacky's teeth clamped down on one of the metal rings that pierced through his lip as he thought over what Jimmy had suggested. It didn't take him all that long - the high-pitched moans coming from the bathroom stabbed right into his chest. Nodding slightly, he jumped down after the drummer and placed his hand in Jimmy's, "Where are you taking me?" He asked, following behind him as he walked.

"It's a surprise, Zee."

(Okie dokie!)
@ RachTheBat

Matt leant his forehead against the pale white expanse that was his boyfriend's chest, his breathing erratic and leaving his lungs crazy quick as he came down off his high. He'd always wanted to have sex in the shower, not for one second did he think that that particular fantasy would be satisfied by being buried deep in his best friend, Brian's high pitched moans blasting his ear drums as they fucked hard against the shower wall. Pulling himself out, Matt lowered Brian to the ground, on still shaky legs, supporting him until Brian could stand properly on his own two feet. "That's one checked off the bucket list," he chuckled, nuzzling his face into Brian's dripping wet strands of chocolate. "What's next?"

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Jimmy grinned a wide grin as Zacky offered up his hand, lacing their fingers together and pulling them both in the direction of the van. Calling out to Johnny that they were borrowing it for a few hours, their next show wasn't until the next day and it was only down the road, they were allowed to sleep here tonight on the condition they didn't get too drunk. All but pushing Zack into the passenger seat, Jimmy heaved his lanky body into the driver's side and started the passion wagon they called their mode of transport. Jimmy watched Zacky out of the corner of his eye as they followed the winding road of the highway, the guitarist's eyes narrowing slightly as Jimmy took a different exit and ploughed down a dark country lane. "Don't worry, you'll love it!" Jimmy chuckled as he saw the hint of confusion and buried fear that coated his friend's eyes, the van bouncing around on the uneven gravel before skidding to a stop, Jimmy did love a dramatic entrance. Getting out of the van, Jimmy pulled them both along to the very edge of, what looked like, a mountain top, the view breathtaking from where they were stood. Jimmy sat down on a patch of grass, motioning for his friend to join him and pulled them both to their backs, their feet brushing against each other's as they both tipped their heads up and watched the sparkly, night sky. "This is the most beautiful place I can think of, just lying under the stars, bad thoughts can disappear here, the stars will take them and make you feel better," he whispered, brushing his hand against Zacky's.

(Jimmy be a sweetie!)

@ Synful Cocktail

Once Brian had regulate his breathing back to normal, his arms slipped around his boyfriend's neck. Fingers playing with Matt's short hair as his bottom teeth sunk down into his swollen red bottom lip. Chocolate met hazel as he mulled that question over, consulting the figurative bucket list in his head. His voice had hints of lust laced through his usual deep voice, his tongue poking out to lick up Matt's earlobe to the shell of his ear, "You fuck me good and hard in public."

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Zacky's eyes were wide as dinner plates as he looked around his surroundings. The sky getting darker, the moon already out from hiding and the stars were surely on their way. His snake-bitten lips curved their way up into a small smile at Jimmy's words, his head turned to face the drummer. He could see a thousand emotions running through those crystal blue eyes; adoration, nurture and a whole lot more. Electricity jolted through the rhythm's body the moment that their skin touched, he wanted to pull away from the overload of feelings but Jimmy's expression and the fact that his fingers were threading through Zacky's already had him rethink his decision.

As their eyes met, Jimmy have Zacky the most loving smile he could possibly manage. Zacky's eyes narrowed just a little, "Why'd you bring me here, Jim and why are you holding my hand?" Zacky asked with a soft voice, his eyes flickered down to their joined hands.

No preparation in the world could have warned Zack about the words that were about to spill from Jimmy's lips.

(He really is the lil cutie!)

@ RachTheBat

"You want me to fuck you in public?" Matt stared back at Brian, a mischievous smirk working its way onto his boyfriend's lips. "You always were a bit of an exhibitionist weren't you?" Matt rolled his eyes and shut the water off, he didn't want them catching chills under the cooling water. Grabbing a towel from the rail that was conveniently hung right beside them, Matt wrapped the fluffy fabric around them both and began to dry them both, rubbing his hands up and down Brian's pruning skin, placing soft kisses to his boyfriend's forehead. "Okay, when and where?" Matt smirked, swatting Brian's behind with the now damp towel, running it across his own hair as he watched Brian saunter away from him, hips swaying suggestively as he looked back at Matt over his shoulder, a devious glint in the chocolate orbs.

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The two boys lay down against the soft grass, side by side, holding each other's hands as they looked back at the stars. "Just give it a chance Zee, I do it all the time when something is bothering me. Just think of everything that's getting you down, or who I should say," Jimmy turned to look at the rhythm guitarist and arched his brow, "and let those bad thoughts drift up to the stars, they'll get rid of em for ya."

@ Synful Cocktail

As Brian strutted off, swinging his hips just that little bit extra, knowing that Matt's eyes were firmly planted on his ass, his mind begun to concoct extremely evil ideas; most of which Matt won't know about until they're being carried out. He blew a kiss to Matt and gave him a seductive wink. As he walked out of the bathroom, he noticed the van missing as well as their drummer and rhythm. Johnny was off somewhere with the Berry brothers getting drunk most likely. As he heard his boyfriend's footsteps come up behind him, Brian turned and moved over into Matt's arms, "I love you, Matty," he murmured against his chest. His hands smoothing up the muscled chest to snake around Matt's neck, clasping his hands together as he just stared into Matt's eyes.

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At those words, Zacky nodded dumbly and closed his eyes. Red and blue shapes dancing behind his lids as he just poured out everything that he felt, about Brian, about the loved up couple, about everything. Jimmy's thumb ran over his knuckles as he spilled his deepest, darkest secrets to the stars. But, strangely, he felt a weight lift off his shoulders.

"See what did I tell you?" Jimmy boasted cockily, but his voice was soft. Scooting closer hesitantly, Jimmy rested his head on Zacky's shoulder. The latter couldn't help but furrow his eyebrows at the older man's actions.

"Jim, what are you-"

@ RachTheBat

Matt knew that look that Brian was giving him, and no good would come of it, he could envision a whole lot of embarrassment on his part too. "What do you have cooking in that beautiful mind of yours huh?" he questioned, knowing he would never get a straight answer out of the guitarist, he guessed he would just have to wait and see what happened, and try to contain the situation as much as he could without getting caught with his pants down in public. Following the hypnotic sway of Brian's hips out of the bathroom, he almost bumped into the man in front of him as he stopped and asked where the van had gone. Rubbing his now dry and fluffy hair, Matt shrugged his shoulders and got out his phone, going straight to Jimmy's number. "Fucked if I know, I'll give Jimmy a call, he's bound to be involved in it somehow." Getting through to the drummer's voice mail, Matt left him a quick message to bring the van back ASAP and stuffed his phone back in his pocket, opening his arms to pull his lover into them, resting his hands against the guitarist's bony hips as they stared into each other's eyes. "Love you too baby," he whispered, his lips ghosting over the other's, more pressure being added, tongues slipping from mouths to entwine and dance with each other, soft moans being heard from both men as they stood at the entrance to the venue and made out with each other. "You're insatiable Bri," Matt chuckled as he felt Brian rub up against him, hard and horny once more.

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"Sshh, don't talk, just feel." Jimmy whispered as he slid his arms around Zacky's middle and continued to rest his head on his friend's shoulder. There was something so soothing and comforting about this place, he would always come here to think when he felt upset or stressed, would talk to the stars, tell them all his problems and let them take them all away. He didn't care if anyone thought he was crazy either, this was his little safe haven, his sanctuary. Lifting his head, Jimmy stared at the side of Zacky's face for what seemed like forever, wrestling with himself as to what to do, or not do in his case. Thinking it was still too soon, Jimmy brushed his lips against the side of Zacky's face, his skin smoothing across his friend's cheek so soft and cool. "I'm here for you Zee, always will be."

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Brian could swear his hips had a mind of their own as he ground up against Matt's, pulling his head away he just gave Matt a smirk in reply. He fully pulled away and grabbed his boyfriend's hand, dragging him over to a secluded corner near the building. Once Matt's back had hit the wall softly, Brian undid the belt that held his jeans in place, he popped the button and unzipped them, tugging them down a little before his slender fingers started to run over Matt's boxer-clad erection. "You want it baby?" Brian asked knowing full well what the answer would be, and, without giving the taller man the chance to reply, he slid his own hand down the front of Matt's boxers. A moan left both of their mouths as Brian's hand squeezed a little, his movements finding a steady pace as he leant up to fuse their lips together, their tongues caressed the other's; Brian swallowing up Matt's moans due to his hand moving faster.

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Zacky's eyes started to water at those words, spoken so softly and so sincere it was as if he'd never heard them. He could still feel Jimmy's lips on his cheek, and where they had touched, tingled as if all his nerve endings had come alive. His head turned to stare into those comforting blue eyes, those which held emotions which Zacky couldn't even comprehend. "What are you trying to say, Jimmy?" He watched his friend struggle with what he was going to say, but when he did, it was if the world had stopped still. Suddenly, things started to make sense and fall into place, it was stupid of him to not have seen it sooner, well how could he when he was busy caught up fawning over Brian. He blushed, Zachary Baker actually blushed. "You're not saying it to try and comfort me are you?" He murmured, casting his gaze downwards, afraid of what that answer may be.

@ RachTheBat

"Jesus Bri, be careful," Matt chuckled, jumping when he felt Brian's fingertip brush across the swollen head of his cock. "We've had so much sex in the last few days, it's a little sensitive." He rolled his eyes at the little whine Brian made as he pulled his hand out of Matt's pants, pouting and giving him the full on puppy dog look. Chuckling again, Matt pulled Brian closer to him and kissed him deeply, sliding his hand down his boyfriend's lean chest and pulling the numerous belts Brian liked to wear, open. "Doesn't mean I can't get you off though," he smirked, dipping his fingers into Brian's boxers and moaning at how hard his lover was. "You really are sex mad Haner." Closing his large fist around Brian's, now weeping, erection, Matt pumped the length a few times, kissing Brian hungrily as he stroked, swallowing the other's moans into his mouth as he felt Brian claw at him, his blunt nails digging into his chest as he quickened the pace, sliding down the wall to suck the pink head into his mouth, smirking up at Brian as the spikey haired boy panted and gasped out his pleasure, Matt's tongue dipping into the moisture that had built up, lapping it up as he took more of Brian into his mouth.

"Dude, I really don't want to see you sucking Brian off when I come out of a smoke," Johnny grumbled as he pulled his cigarettes out of his pocket, "get a room"

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Jimmy smiled at the blush that had crept up onto Zack's cheek, thinking it was so cute. He sighed softly against Zacky's cheek, the younger boy really didn't get him at all. "You're special Zee," he glanced down in his lap, fingers playing with the thread that was dangling from his shirt. "To me, you're special." He whispered, not sure if the other had heard him at all. Laying back against the grass, Jimmy placed his hands behind his head and looked up at the stars, his friends, wishing he could put into words what he was feeling and make the other understand.

@ Synful Cocktail

Brian ignored his friend's comment and just let the pleasure consume him. His head tilted back and his hips pushed forward rather violently at the feeling of Matt's fingers probing his hole. Matt hummed around his length and swallowed him more, taking off of Brian down his throat. Brian moaned, threading his fingers through Matt's short hair. It was the pad of Matt's finger presing against his prostate which had Brian's cock spurt thick, milky white down his boyfriend's throat. Matt moaned around him and swallowed it all, his eyes darting around for anyone before pulling off and fixing up Brian's pants and many belts. A satisified smirk adorned both their lips as they found each other's arms once again. "Fuck I love you, baby," Brian whispered into Matt's ear as his arms tightened around the large expanse of muscled chest.

His heart quickened as Matt said those words he loved most back. Leaning up on the tips of his toes, he leant his forehead against Matt's, their eyes connected, conveying just what words can't describe,

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Zacky couldn't help but to feel confused at Jimmy's words. His heart telling him that he should kiss the lanky drummer already, but his brain still thinking about Brian. He knew that he shouldn't continue feeling things towards the guitarist as he knew that Matt wouldn't think twice about hitting him... he just didn't know... so, he went with instinct and moved over a little, his fingers turning Jimmy's head so he could press his lips against Jimmy's lips.

@ RachTheBat

"Love you too, baby." Matt felt a warmth spread through his chest as they stared into each other's eyes, molten chocolate locked onto warm caramel, no words being needing to be spoken, their eyes like little windows to their souls. Matt flipped Johnny off as he heard the bassist grumble again about there being to much lovey dovey shit going on, rubbing his nose softly against Brian's his strong arms wrapping themselves around Brian's body and just holding him. They stood together in the same embrace for what seemed an eternity, Matt resting his chin on Brian's shoulder, their chests pressed together, heart rates spiking above the average beat. Butterflies fluttered around his stomach as Brian nuzzled his face against his cheek, feeling so happy he could cry tears of joy. Not that he would, he had his hard man reputation to uphold, already feeling a little girly as he blinked back the moisture. He just never wanted it to end, never wanted to let go of Brian now that he had him. Getting ahead of himself, he imagined them walking down the aisle together, when the country allowed it of course, having lots of little babies together, his friend's being the perfect uncles any child could want. He was snapped out of his little day dream by Brian, whispering his need to sleep in his ear. Taking his boyfriend's hand, he led them into a quiet room at the back of the arena, a small couch being the only thing in the room, but it was all he would need. Sitting up straight, he pulled Brian down and let his head rest in his lap, running his fingers through the dark strands as he whispered words of love into Brian's ear. "Sleep baby, have wonderful dreams."

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Jimmy could see the conflicting feelings in Zack's eyes, and that made his heart sink. He knew it would probably take some time for him to get over Brian, if he did at all. He would give anything in the world for Zacky to look at him the way he looked at their best friend, love and adoration shining in those emerald orbs. Jimmy went willingly into the tentative kiss, knowing full well that Zack was probably thinking of Brian instead of him, but he did it anyway. He didn't stop to think that he could get hurt, didn't stop to think how his heart would break into tiny little pieces if Zack couldn't get over the other man. He jumped right in with both feet, Zacky's pierced lips brushing against his own was all that he wanted, had wanted for a long time. Goosebumps prickled across his skin as they both parted their lips on a soft sigh, their tongues meshing together, dancing an erotic dance, warm and wet. Shuffling closer, Jimmy lay his palm against his friend's arm, the tips of his fingers stroking through the little hairs. Jimmy felt his stomach drop when the other pulled back, confusion and something else entirely dancing in his mint irises, an emotion Jimmy couldn't, or wouldn't detect. Deciding now would be as good a time as any, he laid all his cards out on the table, to hell with the consequences. "I've wanted to do that for so long Zee.."

(Where the hell did that come from? XD)

@ Synful Cocktail

Brian felt that Matt couldn't get any better, he finally had someone who - apart from wanting since high school - took care of him, who gave him exactly what he wanted, who treated him as an equal and someone who loved him as muh as he did. It was a surreal experience, one which will last years upon years, decades down the track. As he succumbed to sleep, he could feel Matt's fingers running through his hair, he could hear Matt's whispered adorations of love. He dreamt of their future together, the typical white picket fence future with Matt as the perfect husband, cooking their lunch on the grill, Bella and Pinkly running about as Brian took care of the child that they'd had together thanks to surrogacy. It was perfect, and made so by Matt.

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And suddenly, like a tonne of bricks, it all became clear to him. All those years of Jimmy favoring Zacky became sudden, it was like a proverbial slap to the face. Jimmy liked him.

He couldn't say anything apart from blushing.

@ RachTheBat

Matt found himself drifting off as he played with Brian's hair, the humidity in the room not helping matters much. He felt the sweat begin to dampen his neck, the warm air dragging him into a peaceful slumber. Smoothing his hand down Brian's arm, Matt let his head fall back against the back of the couch and closed his eyes, only meaning to let them close for a few minutes, but that turned into a few hours. With Jimmy and Zack still AWOL, Johnny with the Berry boys doing their thing, there was no one to barge in on them and wake them up so they took advantage of the quiet for a few hours. Matt dreamt that he and Brian lived together in a small little cottage in the country side. Far enough away from any kind of civilization not to be disturbed but close enough to the beach for their four legged babies. He dreamt that they were married, very much in love, a baby of their own nestled in Brian's arms as they walked along the beach. They sat down in the sand with their little bundle of joy, Matt wrapping his arms around his little family, the dogs running circles around each other. He felt happy, complete and he never wanted to wake up. If only that annoying ringing sound would stop, it was seriously starting to get on his nerves, damn incessant sound just wouldn't go away. His eyes fluttered open and he realised where he was, not at the beach with his husband, but stuck in some two bit arena with Brian sleeping peacefully on his lap, the annoying sound coming from his pocket. Digging it out while trying not to wake Brian, the man could be one moody son of a bitch when woke up, he unlocked the screen and sighed deeply when he saw who was phoning him. "Hello Val, what do you want?"

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"Say something Zee, please?" Jimmy couldn't help the panic that was rising in him as he sat and watched his friend, dumb founded and blushing like crazy, but saying nothing. Jimmy searched those sparkly green eyes for any hint of a clue as to what was going through his mind, wondering if that kiss had been a mistake, had been too premature, too ambitious. "Zack come on man, you're freaking me out here.."

@ Synful Cocktail

Brian stirred slightly in his sleep at the sound of Matt's phone ringing. Pissed off as his dream daughter was just about to blow out the candles and turn one, Brian opened an eye and was just about to pout something chronic when Matt answered the phone. Just the small greeting felt like his skin was stripped away and all that was left was his bones, if Val were to take Matt away from him, then he'd collapse into a heap, never to be put back together again. He wasnt stupid, he knew how the blonde felt about Matt and to say he was worried was an understatement. Lifting his head slowly, he sat up straight, hiding his frown from Matt as he stared at the wall, straining his ears to hear what was happening.

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Zacky bit down rather hard on his bottom lip as he tried to sort out his thoughts and feelings. "If you like me..." He begun, fiddling with a stray fray on his shirt, "Would you help me to get over Brian?" The name was mumbled but he knew Jimmy heard him crystal clear.

@ RachTheBat
(I don't want Val :( )

Watching Brian as he sat up properly on the couch, worry swimming in his chocolate eyes, Matt mouthed a quick 'sorry' at his boyfriend, trying to judge Brian's mood. He picked the long, tattooed fingers up in his own hand and brought them to his lips, kissing each knuckle, rolling his eyes as the woman on the other end of the phone screeched in his ear. She continued to give him a hard time about the announcement they had made, thinking her and Matt would just pick up where they left off when the tour was finished. "Val please, stop shouting, you're giving me a headache." Matt rubbed a hand across his face, getting increasingly irritated the more she ranted at him, grinding his teeth to stop himself from saying something he would regret. "I love Brian, have for years I was just too stupid to realise it before." He turned his head to look into Brian's eyes, rubbing his thumb across the knuckles he'd kisses not moments ago. "I'm sorry Val, I don't want to hurt you, your one of my best friends but I can't help how I feel, I'm with Brian now." Pressing his lips to Brian's, he ended the call, her high pitched voice ringing in his ears as he threw the phone onto the couch, a mumbled "whatever" said against the others lips as Matt pulled Brian into his arms.

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"I do like you Zack, I've had this stupid crush on you for so long now." Jimmy looked up into Zacky's eyes as he whispered the last part, biting his lip, his head shaking sadly. "But I don't want to be second best, I don't wanna be your rebound. I want you to want me cause you like me, not because you're trying to get over Brian." Placing a final kiss against Zacky's cheek, Jimmy stood, holding his hand out for the other to take, sadness swirling in his baby blues. He could have kicked himself for admitting his feelings so soon, he should have known deep down that something like this would happen. "Come on, we should get back, the others are probably wondering where we are. I've got like ten missed calls." He felt a shiver shoot down his spine as their skin connected, Zack holding Jimmy's hand as they made their way back to the van. Would anyone love him for him?

(Poor Jim jam *sniffles* don't worry, Matt loves Brian not her )

@ Synful Cocktail

Brian coukdnt help but to let out an uncharacteristic giggle. He could hear her screams as loud as if she had of been physically here. His heart melted at Matt's words and gestures. The previous doubt now completely erraticated as he was pulled into his boyfriend's arms. His slender arms wrapping themselves around Matts neck, leaning his forehead on his lover's as he repeatedly pecked the other's lips over and over. "I... love... you... so... much," was murmured between each one. Lips curving into a smirk as Matt's arms wrapped tighter around his waist. "You're so perfect, baby."

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As they walked, Zacky started to let his mind wander. Thoughts of him and the drummer together; instead of pushing them away he welcomed them woth open arms. Turning slightly, he leant his head on his chest, smiling softly at Jimmy, he murmured, "I'd be willing to give it a shot."

(Yaaaay! )
@ RachTheBat

Pulling Brian further onto his lap, Matt chuckled at a giggly Brian, smothering his face with kisses. "Love you too Bri, but I think you're the perfect one, not me." He tried to push the thoughts of Val to the back of his mind and just enjoy his boyfriend's company for however long they could before they had to leave and get back on the road. He briefly thought about calling Jimmy again to see where the hell he and Zack were but he decided against it, the more time they had alone, the better in his mind. He had one niggling doubt in his mind though, one thought that just wouldn't go away, no matter how hard he tried to quell the fear. "Bri..what's gonna happen when we get off tour?"

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Jimmy looked down into the sparkling green eyes of his best friend, searching the emerald orbs for any hidden untruth, for any hint that the other didn't want what he wanted. But he saw no lies there, saw only sincerity and warmth. "You don't have to do this just to make me happy ya know, I want you to do it because you want to." He pulled each of Zacky's hands into his own and kissed each tattooed knuckle in turn, waiting with baited breath for his answer.

@ Synful Cocktail

Brian's smile faltered a little at Matt's question, sure he had thought about the opposite side of the spectrum, the one that he never wanted to imagine again. But, their future was ultimately going to be influenced by Brian's answer. His hand reached up to cup his boyfriend's cheek, the worry and fear evident in those gorgeous eyes, "well.. I've been thinking, and now that I finally own your heart, I really can't imagine my life without you.. That being said..." He murmured, stopping only to take a deep breath. His own fear of rejection shining through on his flushed face, "baby, will you move in with me? I know I still live with my parents, but we can find an apartment or a small house... Either way, I don't want us to dissolve just because tour's over."

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For about the millionth time today, Zacky blushed yet again. His eyes flickered down to their still joined hands, then back up to Jimmy. "I want to be happy, and I think that if I give us a shot, I can..." He told the nervous older man as he stopped walking out the front of the bus to pull him into a hug.

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