Court drug on and on, for hour’s non stop; luckily Val offered to pick up Jared from school. Time after time the court heard witness testimonies and looked over evidence. It turned out to span over two day’s time. Brian had taken Zack to the bar just after the first day of trail. They hadn’t gotten drunk but they had a few beers together. When they arrived home they saw Val and Matt had all of their things packed into the car. Brian had forgotten that today was the day Matt and Val had said they would be out by. They didn’t have to leave but Val wanted to get back into their own home.

Just as they were about to leave Brian pulled Matt aside letting him know that no matter what he would always be welcome in his home. Matt knew the hidden meaning behind that statement too; in his bed as well. He knew Brian would never cheat on Zack and as long as the shorter man was okay with it everything would be smooth. When both Zack and Brian pulled him into hugs Matt patted each ones back then he was on his way.

When they entered Brian’s home they came face to face with a very sad little boy. Jared wasn’t happy that Matt and Val were leaving and it took Brian a promise of candy and a movie that night to calm him down. The night was spent just as usual; the three boys hanging out and relaxing. Everyone climbed into Brian’s bed and cuddled up. They slept rather peacefully and Zack was surprised to find Jared sprawled out on him the next morning. He also found Brian with his head resting in his palm and looking at him.

“He told me what he said the other day. He’s getting real close to you Zack so I hope you don’t plan on leaving any time soon. It would break his heart.” Brian whispered rubbing his sons back as he slept.

“Would his heart be the only one broken?” Zack whispered back, catching the hand and holding it so it didn’t wake the boy.

“I would be, and something is telling me you would be too.” Brian replied pressing a kiss to Zack’s lips when the shorter man nodded.

“I don’t plan on leaving anytime soon Brian. But I am going to have to go back home before long.” Zack whispered looking down at the boy on his chest.

“Stay?” Brian pleaded staring deep into the green eyes of his lover.

“I can’t Brian. You and I just got together and we would be moving in this fast?” Zack’s brow frowned from just thinking about it.

“We have known each other for months, dated for weeks and last night proves just how secure we are with each other. Zack we practically live with each other now and we are okay.” Brian informed his lover. “I would really love it if you moved in Zack.”

“Let me think about it okay?” Zack wondered looking over at Brian; the older man smiled and nodded. At least he will think about it and it’s not fully a no.

“Okay babe.”

Matt had agreed to pick Jared up from school incase Brian and Zack were held in court late. While on a recess Brian received a call; Matt’s boss decided to hire him. Construction was not what Brian wanted to do in for the long haul but it would help him through college. He planned on being a doctor after graduation anyway.

Court had dragged on once again but this time it wasn’t so long. Brian and Zack sat there watching the damn judge as their case was reviewed. The pompous man behind the desk looked at them with a frown each time he had to make eye contact. Zack had a bad feeling that things wouldn’t turn out okay. Every time he would look over Brian Sr. would be snarling at him.

“The courts find Brian Haner Sr. not guilty.” The judge called out; the knot in Zack’s stomach. He listened for a few more minutes. “We find Dirty Visual not guilty due to lack of evidence. Zachary Baker you are still under contract. Your fines will be discussed in my chambers privately.”

Zack wound up with a five thousand dollar fine and still stuck in contract. Suing Dirty Visual had done nothing to help him. On the way home Zack and Brian were both silent. When they arrived at the house Zack immediately gathered his things. Brian took the hint when Zack slammed the bedroom door and left him alone. Zack’s bags were packed and he was nearly out the door when Brian’s hand caught his arm. Zack was pissed off and sad all at the same time.

“Why are you leaving Zack?” Brian wondered taking a step closer to his boyfriend.

“I need to go home Brian. I can’t do this.” Zack whispered, tears threatening to fall.

“I love you baby; no matter what I will be here for you.” Brian pressed a gentle kiss to Zack’s lip for comfort.

“I love you too Brian but I don’t think I can be with you while I am in contract.” The tears finally fell.

“No, you can leave the house but please don’t leave me Zee.” Brian pleaded placing another kiss but this time both men deepened it; feeling like it would be their last.

“I have to Brian please just let me go.” Zack sobbed, pulling away from the love of his life.

“So this is it. We are over?” Tears welled up in Brian’s eyes but he refused to shed them.

“I don’t know.” Zack whispered, turning around he walked through the front door and took his leave. Brian heard a little whine to his left; he looked down to see little Nix sitting at his feet and looking at the door. Had Zack purposely left him?

Notes

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