Warning: This chapter contains sensitive subject matter so I'm anticipating heavy discussion, which you all know I love and encourage, but I also want to warn everyone that there will be very strong language used so please be prepared. Thanks guys. :)   

AUTHOR'S POV  

It's been several quiet and completely astonished minutes since the detective divulged the familiar accomplice. Larry hasn't been able to utter a word because he never would have thought that a student's parent was involved. He's always had good relationships with the parents and what makes this all the more hard to believe is that his parent-teacher conference with Martin and his wife prior to the holiday break was a positive one. Larry expressed how proud he was of Terrance and while he's been deemed somewhat of the "class clown" it was just in his nature to be that fun, energetic student his Larry and his peers all knew. But he was also a serious student with excellent grades. When Terrance stopped coming to school and Larry was thinking of possible reasons he thought perhaps a job relocation for one of his parents prompting a move that put Terrance in a new school district. Never would he have thought Martin was the other piece to the unknown puzzle and now knowing this that begs the question of "why" even more. Larry suddenly feels Laurent's hand delicately on his back and Larry realizes that he must look as shook as he feels. He looks over at Laurent whose heart drops when he sees the confusion and hurt behind his eyes. Then he watches Larry slowly turn his head forward to look at the detective who's eyes were also wide in surprise when Larry revealed who Martin Vidal is. Now that he sees Larry gazing at him there's only one thing he knows to say...

Detective: "I'm sorry Mr. Bourgeois. I can imagine how upsetting it is". 

*brief pause*

Larry: "I...I don't understand. Why would he hire someone to hurt me"?

Detective: "I asked Mr. Picard that very question and he was so angry he just said to arrest him, bring him down and he'll tell us exactly why".

Laurent: "That's it"?

Marteau: "Yes and allow me to back up just a little". *pause* "In my experience criminals will do or say anything to avoid prosecution and while I don't think he would have said there was an accomplice if there wasn't one, as a detective, I still ask certain questions to be sure. He saw the challenge, it made him angry and he blurted out that he could prove it by text messages and emails between them. All we needed to do is bring Mr. Vidal down and show those to him". 

Laurent: "But, why didn't he say all this before? Why didn't he tell you that someone hired him? This could have been over with a long time ago". 

Marteau: "I agree and I wondered the same thing. Maybe Mr. Picard somehow knew he was going to get off for that crime and according to him, Mr. Vidal was paying him a lot of money that he wanted to receive. Maybe if he did get convicted he would have implicated him then but it's good that we know another person was involved and will be punished accordingly. What confuses me is that when we initially arrested Mr. Picard he ran away which always signifies guilt, but at his hearing, he was very cocky as if he knew for sure he would be found not guilty. I don't know but since we were able to verify the text messages and emails I have my team has gone to Mr. Vidal's home to bring him down here tonight so we can question him. He should be here soon". *looks at Larry* "Mr. Bourgeois, since you know the person involved you can hear this directly if you like. There's a two-way mirror outside of the interrogation room. Mr. Vidal won't know you're there". 

Larry isn't at all sure what to say right now so he just slowly drops his head. Very soon after he hears the soft sound of Laurent's voice...

Laurent: "What do you think bup? Do you want to hear this"?

*brief pause*

Larry: "I'm not sure because it's hard to believe he would do this to me. I really don't understand but...that's also the reason I should hear this so yes. I want to stay and listen".   

Marteau: "Ok. Then I'll take you both to the room now and when he's here I'll have detective Vincent come in with you just in case you have any questions. I'll be questioning Mr. Vidal". 

Laurent: *nods* "Yeah oki". 

Marteau: "Just follow me please". 

As they proceed to follow the detective out of his office Laurent pays close attention to his love and his heart aches at the nervous look on his face...but it also looks as if Larry is thinking about possible reasons. Laurent can't even imagine what these reasons would be but since bup knows him he would know more about why Vidal would do such a thing. Having met and had conferences with him would essentially give bup a feel for the type of person he is. He isn't sure but in just a matter of moments they will hear this reason. Little do they know they're not prepared for it at all. After turning a few corners they finally arrive at the room and detective Marteau opens the door for them then steps back so they can walk in...

Marteau: "Can I get either of you anything"? 

Larry: "Yeah I'll take some water please". 

Laurent: "One for me too please". 

Marteau: "No problem. I'll be right back".

They both nod as the detective shuts the door leaving just the two of them. There's a table inside the room and bup immediately sits in one of the chairs. For the first few moments it's quiet as Laurent continues to observe Larry's face. He then comes over and sits next to him...

Laurent: "How do you feel my love"?

Larry: *soft sigh* "Baby I'm so nervous and I'm so confused. I think that the detective was going to tell us information for the trial or something. Not this". 

Laurent: "I'm sorry bup", he whispers. 

Larry: "No it's oki. If I was alone it would be hard but you're here with me so that will make it easier". 

Larry then tilts his head and rests his temple on Laurent's shoulder prompting Laurent to delicately place his temple on top of Larry's head as they wait for the detective to return with their water. They thought he would come back quicker but as the minutes go by they're beginning to wonder why he's taking so long. At that moment the door opens and in he walks with two cold bottled waters in tow...but also with a message and as he hands them their water...

Detective: "I'm sorry that took a while". 

Laurent: "It's oki. Thank you for the water".

Larry: "Yes, thank you". 

Detective: "You're welcome. But it took some time because Mr. Vidal is here and since he stepped inside the building he's been uncooperative. Yelling, foul language and threatening to sue so I had to step in. My partner is bringing him into the room now so the questioning is about to begin". 

No sooner than the detective said that they can see the door to the interrogation room open through the two-way mirror and Larry's stomach drops when he sees him. He is indeed angry...vastly different from the parent he had a meeting with just a few months ago. He sits down in the chair even angrier and they can see his jaws clinching from a distance. Detective Vincent says something to him then leaves him there so any second now he'll be joining them...

Marteau: "Alright. So after I wrap up in there you're welcome to leave or you can wait if you have any further questions for me". 

Neither of them can respond because now detective Vincent is entering the room and he looks as though Vidal pissed him off but when he sees Larry and Laurent he quickly changes that expression and they all greet each other...  

Vincent: "I'm sure my partner told you but I'll be in here with you two while he's in there". 

Laurent: "Yes he told us". 

Marteau: "Ok well, I'm going in". 

The only one who responds verbally is his partner who along with Laurent goes over to stand at the window to wait. Larry is stuck in the same spot due to his nerves preventing him from joining them so Laurent has to come over and gently take him by the hand to walk him over and just before detective Marteau walks in Larry takes a deep breath to prepare for what he's about to hear...

Vidal is sitting angrily when suddenly he blurts out, "can we get this shit over with"?! Larry is the only one who jumps in reaction to it since this is a side of this man he's never seen before. Detective Marteau isn't fazed at all for he's seen this tough guy act so many times. He merely comes in and sits across from him...gazing at him before speaking...

Marteau: "So, what can you tell me about Mr. Picard's claim that you're the one who arranged for the attack and attempted murder of Larry Bourgeois". 

Vidal: "He's lying". 

He's unaware that the folder the detective brought in with him contains the evidence that he set it up...but the detective decides to see how far he will push it before he tells him that he shares that information...

Marteau: "Is he really"?

Vidal: "Yeah". 

Marteau: "So tell me, why would he lie about that"?

Vidal: "To reduce his sentence. He's seen a lot of crime shows and everyone knows to strike a deal". 

Marteau: "And it makes sense to you that he would randomly pick someone he knows by first and last name to bargain with and reduce his sentence"?

Vidal: "Yeah, it makes sense. He probably already knew of my name". 

Marteau: "He knew your address and phone number too and it still makes sense to you that it was just another person with the same name". 

*silence*

Marteau: "Now you're quiet. That says a lot". *pause* "Well Mr. Vidal, what if I told you that I have proof of his claim"?

Vidal: *scoffs* "You don't have proof of anything". 

Marteau: "So you don't remember sending text messages and emails back and forth with Mr. Picard"?

It becomes quiet again and that once cocky, arrogant attitude all over him turns into a frightened one. He still tries to play it off...

Vidal: "I don't know what you're talking about". 

The detective is done with his games so he flips the folder open all while keeping eye contact on him. He gathers the paper then shoots them across the table so Vidal can view them. As he does that anger comes back only this time it's more of a "I thought he deleted all this" anger. Once the detective sees that he's on the last page...

Marteau: "You still want to stick to your story"? 

Vidal has examined everything and not only is his name on them, the conversations are very thorough to the point where he couldn't deny it anymore even if he tried with all his might and there's no telling what else the detective has so he decides to confess...

Vidal: "Ok fine. It was me". 

Marteau: "Well start talking. Tell me why you did this". 

Right away Martin's jaws clench and when he begins speaking that anger comes back tenfold...

Vidal: "Look, I found out that Larry has a relationship with someone who looks a lot like him. Like his twin". 

In a very calm but also a very serious tone...

Marteau: "How is that your concern Mr. Vidal"? 

Vidal: "Because he was teaching my son". 

Marteau: "That doesn't make it your business and a person's sexual orientation doesn't have anything to do with what they do as a profession. It doesn't make them less qualified and they don't deserve hate crimes being committed against them for it". 

Vidal: "Whatever. It's disgusting". 

Marteau: "Mr. Vidal, just tell me what exactly led up to you hiring Mr. Picard". 

Vidal: *frustrated sigh* "I was out one day food shopping at a local farmer's market and I saw Mr. Bourgeois, or Larry, at the store. I thought he was alone so I was about to go over and speak to him but then I saw someone with the same face come up to him and the way they were acting towards each other was suspicious to me". 

A/N: This was actually from Chapter Two when Larry and Laurent went food shopping together. I just didn't go into detail in order to save it for this chapter. :) 

Vidal: "It was the way they were looking at each other. I think they wanted to show affection but didn't do it because they were in public so I followed them home. I don't think they ever suspected someone was following them. Once I had their address I decided I would go back after dark when I knew there really wouldn't be anyone outside who would see me. Once I was there I started looking through the windows and that's when I saw them...." *sigh* "It's too disgusting to describe and I was so mad that I started looking for someone who could do this for me". 

Marteau: "So you met Mr. Picard and you agreed to pay him $8000 of which only $4000 was paid". 

Samuel: "Because he didn't finish the job". 

Marteau: "That's why he went to the hospital. We figured that but was there another time he tried"? 

Samuel: "He said he did but I didn't believe him". 

Marteau: "So you stopped paying him". 

Samuel: "Yes". 

Marteau: *shakes head* "Both of you disgust me".

Samuel "I don't care. It's wrong. They shouldn't be doing that and Larry shouldn't be teaching. That's why I did it. It's wrong and they know it's wrong". 

Marteau: "Knock it off ok? You don't get to decide what people do with their lives or who they choose to be with and you don't have the right to hire someone to hurt another human over something that doesn't concern you or for any reason". 

Vidal: "I feel how I feel detective. My son, his friends. They're all so young and I just don't think people like him should be teachers. Teachers should be stand up people that our children can look up to. Not poisoning them with their sickness and that's why I took my son out of that school. Larry had to be taught a lesson. They're incestuous fag...."

Marteau: "I said knock it off"!! 

Martin clenches his teeth and even his nostrils flare because of his anger...but he obliges...  

Marteau: "You have no reason to be angry and you will not talk about them in that manner. Let's make that clear before we go any further". 

Martin: *sigh* "Fine". 

Marteau: "Stand up people you say"? *pause* "I'm a detective who has gone to local schools to conduct classes on safety and saying no to drugs. I've also put together and operated several food and clothing drives. I've done several things for my community and many children have told me that they look up to me with some of them telling me that they now want to be a detective some day because of me". *pause* "That makes me a stand up person right"? 

Vidal: "Yes it does and you're the type of person I prefer being around my son". 

*brief pause*

Marteau: "I am also a homosexual man". 

Vidal's eyes go wide and he looks up at the detective who stood to his feet the moment he heard Vidal attempting to use hate slurs...

Marteau: "Yes, you heard that correctly". *pause* "Does that suddenly disqualify me as a detective? Is all the work I've done for my community suddenly nullified in your eyes because of who I am? Do you want to hire someone to hurt me now? Not that you'll have the chance to, but do you"?  

*silence*

Marteau: "You can keep that hate Mr. Vidal but it isn't doing anything for you other than sending to you to prison for hopefully a very long time". *pause* "You thought you were doing something for your son? Protecting him? Well I've got news for you. There was nothing to protect him from. Now you're going to spend years in a prison cell so who's really being taught a lesson here"?  

Vidal can't say anything, rather, he drops his head and soaks in everything he heard. Seconds later...

Marteau: "Martin Vidal. You are under arrest for the conspiracy of the attempted murder against Mr. Larry Bourgeois". 

Larry and Laurent have been standing at that mirror with dropped mouths as they listened to this. They watch him escort Vidal out the room to do what they can only assume is throwing him in the cell he belongs in then they go back to the table to have a seat. Detective Vincent is standing up and looking in their direction with a look of sympathy on his face for he can only imagine what they're feeling right now...especially Larry and he can't find any words of comfort for him. Eventually detective Marteau comes in and while Larry's head remains down Laurent slowly looks up and since neither one of them say anything right away his eyes begin to nervously dart between them as if he's waiting for them to say something. Both detectives sense that he thinks they will say something about their relationship so one of them quickly speaks up...

Vincent: "My partner and I aren't here to judge you two. We would never do that. Your life is yours. All we're concerned about is justice being served and with this confession today, it will be". 

Marteau: "He's right and I'll follow up with you. There's no need for a trial since they each confessed. It's just a matter of the sentencing and we will push for the maximum sentence for both. As you know, Mr. Picard wanted to negotiate a deal which is one of the reasons he implicated Mr. Vidal and while he can't be retried for the crime against Mr. Bourgeois, we're certain he'll still be in prison for a long time for the other crimes. Conspiracy in most cases is just as bad, arguably worse, than the actual crime so I would imagine that a long sentence is what he will receive and what we're all hoping for".

Laurent: "Do you know how long it will be before we know"?

Marteau: "It shouldn't be too long. In many cases, confessions have actually sped up sentencing hearings but as soon as we know one of us will give you a call". 

Laurent: *nods* "We appreciate that detectives". 

Marteau: "You're welcome. If you don't have any questions or concerns you can leave now and I'll call you as soon as I get some information". 

Laurent: "Bup? You have any questions"?

Larry hesitates then replies in a soft and broken voice...

Larry: "No. I just want to go home". 

Laurent: "Of course my love", he whispers. 

They stand up and Larry can't seem to get out of the room fast enough. Laurent shakes the detectives hands while thanking them for everything then begins walking quickly to catch up with his love. Normally Larry would wait to walk with Laurent but he's so upset about all this Laurent has to run to catch up with him. He knows and understands that Larry won't care to talk about this so as they're en route to their home it's really quiet. It's also late now so the streets are empty and they're pretty much the only ones on the road. Laurent looks over at Larry occasionally and each time he's staring straight ahead with a blank look on his face. It's as if he's completely numb. To make matters worse, they both have to work tomorrow and he's worried that Larry won't get enough sleep because he's so upset. Of course he will do everything he can to try and help him sleep but he knows his bup. When he's really upset about something sleeping doesn't come so easily...

They walk into their quiet home where there's only one small lamp on so it's quite dark for the most part. Laurent flips the switch for the primary light and when he turns his head he sees bup immediately heading for the bedroom...

Laurent: "I know it's late bup but do you need anything"?

Larry: "Thank you baby but no. I just want to get changed and go to bed". 

Laurent: "Oki. I'll be right there". 

Larry nods and seconds later he's disappeared into the bedroom. Laurent isn't too far behind him he just has to make sure the home is secured before he retreats to the bedroom himself. Once he goes inside he notices Larry is already on his side with the sheet over him. The whole night has been an exhausting one but Laurent is sure he's still awake so after changing his clothes he pulls the sheet back to get in bed...wasting no time to slide over and be close to Larry. He begins soothing his arm as he always does then kisses it gently then tells him, "I'm sorry you had to hear that tonight bup". Larry's back is snug against Laurent's chest so Laurent can feel him take in a deep breath before quietly blowing it out. Now he's slowly turning on his back to look up at Laurent. Laurent looks down into those sad, innocent eyes and when he sees them getting glossy he begins rubbing his cheek with his thumb. Larry's mouth falls open and Laurent is ready to hear what he has to say...but Larry's words seem to be stuck. He eventually shrugs as innocently as he looks and Laurent just lowers his mouth to give him a warm kiss on the cheek then goes back to looking into his eyes. Shortly after, Larry finally finds his voice...

Larry: "Why is the world so mean baby", he asks sadly. 

Laurent: *soft sigh* "Oh bup", he whispers. 

Larry: "We just want love each other. Be married and happy". 

Laurent: "We are my love", he replies softly. 

*brief pause*

Larry: "This is why we lost us family. They feel the same way so even if they knew what happened to me...they don't care". 

There's no way Laurent can describe the pain he feels listening to these words. It's soul wrenching and what's worse is he doesn't know if there's anything he can say to make it better...but he will try... 

Laurent: "I can't answer that bup. Maybe no one will ever agree with us marriage...but we couldn't help falling in love and I know we fought it for a long time but we couldn't do that anymore. It was either go through life and keep fighting what we feel and forcing relationships with other people or doing what feels right. Being together is what feels right". *pause* "There's nothing we can do for the hate in this world my love. We will just keep doing what makes us happy and loving each other is what makes us happy". 

Larry: "You're right baby. It still makes me sad". 

Laurent: "What do you need from me to help you feel better"?  

Larry: "You're already doing what I need you to do baby", he replies softly. 

Laurent gives him a small, sweet smile then lowers his mouth to give him another kiss but this time to his mouth. Larry gladly receives it and once they break away Laurent brings him into his chest. A sweet whisper of, "just rest my love" is uttered and Larry falls asleep soon after. No one is more relieved that this is over than Laurent because it means that his love won't have to be so afraid and constantly looking over his shoulder. One thing he is worried about is how work will be for him tomorrow. It was one thing to have questions about Terrance no longer attending his school but to now know the reason will most likely make it tough for him. He's sure that's also been one of the things on Larry's mind since they were on the way home. He won't ask anything about it...but of course if Larry needs to talk he'll be there to listen and help in any way he can. What he's looking forward to the most is hearing the outcome of the sentencing as that will be the start of moving on and reclaiming their lives..

~Friday~

So it's the start of the weekend and it's been days since Larry heard for himself why one of his most active parents was the conspirator. When Larry went to work the following day he was met with the anxiety Laurent knew he would have...but it wasn't solely because of what he found out. Laurent never knew that Larry had been in frequent communication with the principal about Terrance and Larry had to tell her something so she wouldn't keep trying to reach out to them. He didn't tell her everything, just enough so she would know it's time to let it go. In the middle of his lessons it was difficult to not look at the desk Terrance used to sit. He's sure that Terrance knows what his father was arrested for and while he will probably never see or talk to him again Larry does wonder how he and the rest of the family took the news. Terrance is a good kid and Larry's heart hurts for him. His mom too as she always seemed like a great person. He knows it can't be easy dealing with it and he wishes them the best. It is a relief that this is almost over with and the culprits finally being in jail has resulted in less stress and anxiety for him. He and Laurent still check in with each other but it's not as often. Larry continues to call him when he's home and all other security measures remain in place as a precaution of course but Larry isn't on edge anymore which has made for some restful nights. Across town Laurent is working as well but it's going to be a half day as he has something very special planned for his love tonight. He can't wait to see the look on his face when Larry sees it. He calls it the bup glow and he has no doubt that he will see that once he surprises him. He's spoken with detective Marteau and he was happy being told that the sentencing for both was this morning. The detective told him it could be fast but he didn't expect it to be this fast...but the faster the better and Laurent has been in high anticipation of his call. He opted out of going because he's seen Samuel and Martin enough and he just can't stomach the sight of them again. Being that it's the afternoon he thought he would have heard something by now but he's calm. Besides, this is going to be a blissful night for him and bup so that helps settle him. Laurent insisted that Briana take half a day as well since she always works so hard for him and the other partners and since it's Friday she gladly took him up on the offer. Now that she's left he's shutting everything down so he can take off too for he has something very important to set up as it's part of bup's surprise...

Laurent was all smiles on the way home. He did have one stop to make but other than that he was home leaving plenty of time to get everything done. He changed into some loose fitting clothes that are more comfortable for everything he needs to do...but because this surprise is so special he'll change into something more appropriate for the occasion when the time is near. As he's walking towards the front door he sees their neighbor, Don, come out of his home and head for his car...but when he sees Laurent he stops and they look at each other. Laurent has been meaning to have this conversation with him but so much has been going on he never did. He has some time so he'll do it now. He walks over so Don walks over to meet him...

Don: "Hey Laurent". 

Laurent: "Hi". *pause* "How are you and Renee"?

Don: "We're doing good, thank you. How are you and Larry"?

Laurent: "We're better. We know who hurt him. It was two people involved and I'm just waiting for the cops to call me about the sentencing". 

Don: "I'm really glad they caught them".

Laurent: "Yeah we are too". *pause* "I just wanted to make sure you're ok and apologize for everything. You and Renee have been great neighbors and I want to thank you both for helping my Larry that night". 

Don: "It's ok Laurent. It was only natural to be cautious and the cops were just doing their job. My wife and I don't have any anger towards you or Larry". 

Laurent: *smile* "We appreciate that". 

Don: *smile* "Anytime".

Laurent: "Well I have to get inside but we will talk again soon". 

Don: "Sounds good".  

They give each other a fist and as Don walks to his car Laurent goes inside relieved that conversation has finally been had. Now he can put his focus on the surprise...but right before he gets started his cell phone rings and already knowing it's the detective he answers after the first ring...

Laurent: "Hi detective". 

Marteau: "Hi. The sentencing took longer than I thought but overall we're pleased with it. Because of Mr. Picard's record he received a sentence of 30 to 35 years for the second attack as well as the beating and rape. It's unfortunate that he won't have longer because of the double jeopardy law but at least he's off the streets and can't hurt anyone else". 

Laurent: "Yeah that's great but what about the other one"?

Marteau: "Well Mr. Vidal's attorney struck a deal with the DA because he didn't have a criminal record so he received a lesser sentence. He's serving a sentence of 15 to 20 years but he has to serve fifteen before he can be released". 

Laurent: "I thought he would get longer than that". 

Marteau: "Me too but he's still serving time and while he is he can think about what he did to not only Mr. Bourgeois but his family...and speaking of his family I have one more thing to tell you". 

Laurent: *looks confused* "What is it"?

*****

Larry is almost home from school and each day gets easier. He's so happy it's Friday because he and his love can enjoy another weekend together. He didn't want to go anywhere last weekend because of Samuel striking again but if Laurent asks again there's a lot of places they can go for fun and also relaxation. He pulls up at home and he's surprised to see Laurent's car so he's inside rather quickly to see what's going on. As he's putting his briefcase down he calls out for him...

Larry: "Baby"?

Laurent immediately walks around the corner with a smile on his face as he walks towards him...

Laurent: "Hey bup". 

Larry: *smile* "Hey. Why are you home so early"?

Now face to face they give each other a kiss followed by a hug. He still has some time before he can reveal exactly why he's home so instead he playfully replies in Larry's ear with something that won't be everything but it's still the truth...

Laurent: "I wanted to get the weekend with you started early". 

Larry: "That's so sweet. I couldn't wait to get home too". 

Those are sweet words to hear...but he also has news to give him so he slowly lets go to look at him...

Laurent: "Before we get the weekend started, I have something to tell you. Come and sit next to me". 

With Larry's hand secure in Laurent's they walk over to the couch and since it's good news Laurent goes right into it...

Laurent: "The detective called about the sentencing. Samuel is serving 30 to 35 years but because of a deal, Martin only gets 15 to 20 and he can get out anytime after he serves 15". 

Larry: "I thought it would be more but...he's in jail so that's good". *pause* "I was thinking about his family today. This wasn't their fault so I really feel for them, you know"?

Laurent: "Yeah, about that bup. The detective talked to Terrance and he had a message for you". 

Larry wasn't expecting to hear this just as Laurent wasn't expecting to so he's shocked but eagerly wants to know what it is...

Larry: "What's the message", he asks softly. 

Laurent: "He wants you to know that he's sorry for what his papa and Samuel did to you. He doesn't think he will come back to your school but he said you're a great teacher and he hopes he can see you again someday". 

*brief pause*

Larry: "Wow", he whispers. 

Laurent places his hand on Larry's back as he studies Larry's face...

Laurent: "You oki"?

Larry: "Yeah and um, if you can get a message to him for me". *pause* "Thank you and I'm sure we will see each other again someday". 

Laurent: "I'll call the detective and see if he can get that to him". 

Larry: "Thank you baby". 

Laurent: "Anything for you". *pause* "You should go and get comfortable my love. I have a surprise for you later". 

Larry: *smile* "Yeah"? 

Laurent: *smile* "Yeah. It will be here so I need you to promise me you won't be nosy and try to see what it is". 

Larry: *laugh* "How is that possible"?

Laurent: *smile* "Well, I need you to stay in the bedroom for now and no peeking". 

Larry: *smile* "Oki baby. I can do that". 

Laurent: *smile* "Perfect". 

Larry leans over for a kiss then stands up to head for the bedroom with Laurent watching him with a smile. He looks at the time and it's only a couple of hours until the sun begins to set and he still has a few things to do. Now that he's told his love about the sentencing he can finally get up and finish to get ready for the big reveal...

~evening~

Larry kept his word and stayed in the bedroom. It took Laurent a little longer as there were a few problems so when he went to check on Larry he wasn't surprised to see that he had fallen asleep. He smiled at that sweet face then decided to get showered and dressed before he wakes him up to do the same. He uses the guest bathroom to get ready and after a finishing touch of the cologne Larry loves so much he's ready to go and wake him up...

He stands next to the bed as he looks at him and it takes him a minute because he's so peaceful he doesn't want to. He just hopes the surprise makes up for it. He carefully sits on the edge of the bed and begins rubbing his arm as he calls for him...

Laurent: "Bup? It's time for your surprise".

Larry moans then slowly opens his eyes and connects with Laurent. He smiles groggily but beautifully at him...

Laurent: *smile* "Put on whatever you want my love then come to the backyard". 

Larry: "Wow. This must be big". 

Laurent: "Something like that", he replies playfully. 

Larry: *smile* "Oki. I'll get ready". 

Laurent: *smile* "I'll be waiting for you", he whispers. 

Larry stretches as he smiles and nods so Laurent stands up to exit the room. He knows Larry won't take long to get ready and that includes a shower so with everything in the backyard set up he heads out and simply waits. He feels butterflies in his stomach in anticipation of Larry's reaction to it all and that reaction will be any moment now. There's a light, sporadic breeze outside and while it hasn't caused any trouble he makes sure everything around is still in place and hasn't flown away. He then gets the feeling that bup is on his way out so he gets in position and waits to see him emerge. Larry walks out and the dropping of his mouth as well as the glow in his eyes is the reaction Laurent was hoping he would see. Laurent completely re-created their last night in Italy complete with a table set for two, a melody of authentic Italian music, and rose petals on the ground only instead of being scattered all over like before they're in a heart shape around the table...

Laurent walks over and now that they're face to face...Larry's eyes sparking like never before Laurent tells him what all of this is for...

Laurent: *smile* "I brought Italy to us because I wanted to take you back to the time you were the happiest". *pause* "We're still going back to visit so don't worry for that. I just couldn't wait. I wanted to see the look you have on your face now...right now".

Larry: *smile* "You're so amazing baby". 

Laurent: *smile* "You're amazing". *kiss* "Come". 

Larry happily follows him and when Laurent pulls his chair out for him Larry blushes and giggles as he takes his seat. He watches Laurent walk over to what appears to be a row of catering chafers on top of small flames to keep the food inside warm. First Laurent brings over an antipasto platter large enough for the two of them and Larry knows right away that Laurent has also ordered the same meal they had that magical evening. Larry can't wait to dig in and as they dig in together they look at each other and smile on occasion. They nearly eat everything on it but of course they have room for the main course so Laurent stands up and removes the tray to set it aside then make their plates. He turns off the burners so the food won't overcook and when he brings Larry's plate over sure enough he sees lentils, cotechino which is the spicy sausage Larry remembers loving so much and Laurent also added a pasta side, carbonara, along with some buttery garlic bread to the menu. The food is scrumptious and it's finished in a matter of minutes...

Larry: "That was so good baby". 

Laurent: *smile* "Well there's plenty left that I'm saving for later". 

Larry: *smile* "So what do we do now"?

Laurent: *smile* "We dance". 

Larry: *smile* "I was hoping you would say that". 

Laurent chuckles then stands up, walks over and extends his hand down to help him up. They walk to the center of the backyard and after moving in closer they begin swaying to the music. Larry would swear they're back in Italy as he's feeling the exact way he felt there...but in this moment he feels it ten times more. As Laurent feels Larry strong but soft body in his arms he's switching between inhaling the sweet scent of his love as well as kissing the side of his neck. Larry's eyes are closed and as he feels these things he smiles warmly and holds him even tighter. Minutes pass and as beautiful as this moment is Larry is now in the mood for something else and he whispers, "can we make love now"? Laurent chuckles again as he releases his grasp, looks Larry in the eyes and grabs his hand all at once then guides him inside. He has the backyard to clear out...but he'll do that later. He can make love to Larry morning, noon and night...and he would each time if he could...

Their favorite thing about making love is that it's usually at night when the most beautiful glow from the moonlight is shining through. Laurent undresses and sits on the edge of the bed then takes Larry gently by the waist to pull him in. He begins removing his pants while Larry removes his own shirt. Now completely in the nude Laurent's eyes are looking directly at Larry's manhood which is beautifully erect just waiting for Laurent's mouth. With his mouth now secured he begins a powerful but also a very gentle suction. Larry's head immediately goes back as he feels the wet and warm sensation on him. Laurent's eyes travel up so he can get a glimpse of Larry's reaction and it's turning him on so much that he begins to rub his own manhood that's getting stiffer by the second. His suction grows stronger and the noises echoing around the room are competing with Larry's now louder moans. Laurent snakes his hands around Larry's body to give his backside a firm squeeze. The suction is becoming sloppier and it feels so good to Larry that any second now Laurent's mouth is sure to be full of his come. Laurent can tell when he's right at that point so he begins sucking harder to push it along and when he feels it shoot his mouth he moans loudly then begins swallowing effortlessly. Larry's hands grabbed the sides of Laurent's hair beforehand as he braced for it and when he feels it shooting he lightly grabs those twists as he leans forward...body shaking as it flows from him. Laurent swallows the very last drop then releases with a wet pop and a deep exhale. Larry, down from his high, opens his eyes and looks down at Laurent who's already looking up at him and seductively biting his lower lip. He then takes his hands to give Larry's hips a gentle push back so he can stand up. He spins his love around, gentle as always, then softly instructs him to place his knees on the bed. Larry obliges and his plump backside is waiting desperately to feel Laurent inside of it. He even licks his lips as he waits. He feels Laurent's finger being inserted inside of him and since he's already stretched himself his reaction is that of a moan instead of a hiss. Laurent would have taken all the time needed to stretch his love as he never wants to hurt him...but he would be lying if he said he isn't glad it's already there because he's ready to feel him. He grabs himself and slowly slides in erupting a deep groan from both of them. He lightly grabs Larry's hips and begins pumping rhythmically. Both of their eyes are closed and while Larry's lower lip is sucked in Laurent is panting heavily. He opens them to look down and watch his work...the sight of it prompting him to speed up with hand-clapping like sounds to begin. Now he's growling at a very quick but very powerful orgasm. Larry shrieks when he feels his warm seeds milking him. Larry feels so good Laurent couldn't help but release...but he's far from done so he slowly pulls out then whispers, "on your back my love" so Larry flips over and Laurent is hovering over him before he can even lay on his back. He shrieks again at Laurent's wood entering sliding back inside and as his pumps pick up his mouth is next to Larry's ear as he whimpers sweetly in it. Larry's whimpering too...but also moaning his loves name relentlessly. Thick sweat has built and Larry's heat as already begun seeping from his hole so now Laurent is pumping harder creating a louder slapping sound against Larry's skin. This time they will climax together and when it happens Laurent belts out a cry he's never done before while Larry screams his name instead of moaning it. Laurent's deep breathing eventually ceases so he raises his head and look down at Larry who still has that glow in his eyes...

Laurent: *smile* "Someone is happy". 

Larry: *smile* "I couldn't be happier". 

Laurent: ""That's what I live for. To make you happy", he whispers. 

Soft kissing ensues but eventually they get up to freshen up. Larry changes the sheets while Laurent goes to make sure the house is secured. When he comes back Larry is under the covers waiting for him. What would normally be snuggling as they wait for sleep to consume them Larry is on his side gazing at Laurent as if he has something to say...

Laurent: *smile* "Tell me". 

Larry: *smile* "The things you do for me make me speechless sometimes". 

Laurent: "What do you mean bup", he asks sweetly. 

Larry: "The karate, the gun range". *pause* "I know I was mad for that but with everything you did even going after Samuel. You didn't think for getting hurt or in trouble. You risk a lot and...you did it all for me". *pause* "I can't believe you love me that much". 

Laurent: *smile* "So much", he whispers. 

Larry: "Thank you baby". 

Laurent raises up prompting Larry to lay flat on his back as he knows Laurent is coming in for a kiss. He wraps his arms around Laurent's neck and they spend several moments engaging in a passionate kiss. When they break away he looks down at him and with that gorgeous smile Laurent whispers, "welcome". Larry wants to feel those plump lips once more so he brings him in for another kiss. They can easily make love again and they're for sure to make love again and again throughout the weekend...but right now they just want to be close to each other. Larry eventually falls asleep and as Laurent watches him he recalls the day he brought bup home from the hospital...holding him in his arms as he cried that he wanted everything to go back to normal. The sentencing didn't turn out like they hoped it would...but it's behind them now so Laurent can focus on making sure Larry gets that feeling back. Looking at him now he's so proud of him and Larry saying he can't believe he loves him that much is an understatement. The depth of his love is beyond...as is Larry's and for a lifetime that love will only run deeper... 

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A/N: My amazing followers. "Eye for an Eye" has finally concluded and thank you all so much for being apart of it. I can't do what I do without all of you. You guys have my heart. The update to "Invisible Mask" is coming soon so don't worry. I just wanted to officially close this one out. I also have new stories in the work so please stay tuned and sound off in the comments! Love you guys. :) 

~lestwinsdesire