AUTHOR'S POV  

Since it's such a beautiful day, and Larry is in a great mood, he decided to drive a little further into town where there will be people hanging out and enjoying time with their family and friends. He's walking along the street admiring the beautiful architecture of the surrounding buildings as well as the beautiful landscaping. There's so much activity going on it's hard to keep focus on one thing. When he looks to his left he sees some teenagers playing a fun game of soccer. Looking to his right he sees a few couples walking their dogs near a trail. It's such beautiful scenery and he's completely feeling the people's energy. Just as he's about to open the door to the bistro he will order lunch from he can hear the sound of music so he follows. When he turns the corner he sees a group of guys dancing and naturally it brings a smile to his face. It reminds him of times he and Laurent danced on the streets of Paris growing up and the recollection of it warms his heart. The longer he observes them the more he's amazed at how good they are, especially the younger ones. He can tell they have a passion for dance just like he and Laurent. He finally decides to turn back around and go order lunch...that is until he's spotted...     

*smile* "Hey! It's Larry from Les Twins"!

Larry's smile is from ear to ear as they all run towards him. They instantly reach out their hands to greet him as Larry warmly accepts... 

*smile* "Man, we miss you and your brother in the dance world. Will a reunion happen anytime soon"?

Larry: "Hopefully...but I can't say right now".

*smile* "We hope it's soon. You guys are awesome and such an inspiration to so many people".

Larry: *smile* "Thank you so much. You guys are really good".  

All: "Thank you"!

*smile* "Hey, do you mind dancing for us"? 

Larry: "I don't know guys".

"Pleeeease".

Larry: *smile* "Oki. Just for a little bit".

There's instantly an influx of responses from "Yes"! to "Alright"!

Larry goes center stage while one of them turns the music up and he immediately goes in. He hasn't danced since the battle he won over a month ago but of course he hasn't miss a beat. Everyone has their electronic devices on recording while reacting to his moves. Seeing Larry this up close and personal completely makes their day. Larry eventually finishes his freestyle and the resounding cheers and applause make his heart melt. It also makes him realize just how much he's missing dance and is ready to get back into it. He just can't see doing that without Laurent but before he allows himself to get upset or down about it he pulls himself together and converses with everyone a little longer before saying goodbye and finally going to pick up lunch and going back to Stephanie's...

~meanwhile~

Stephanie: "Laurent"?

Laurent: "Hey Stephanie".

Stephanie: "Hey. Um, Larry isn't here". 

Laurent: "I know". *pause* "I'm here to see you".

Now she's even more confused because Laurent seems extremely sincere and sweet and, well, the last time they were near each other it wasn't exactly a friendly conversation...

Stephanie: "Me? Why"?

At that moment Dr. Hall's words from their last session pops up in his mind...

"You're doing so well Laurent. Now one thing I encourage my clients to do once they have kicked their addiction is to make amends with the people in your life who the addiction affected directly or just those you may have had some words with that you regret". 

Laurent: "I just wanted to say, I'm sorry".

Stephanie: "For"?

Laurent: "We use to have a good relationship. I know we're not close like you and Larry but we always got along until you found out what I was doing to him. I understand why you were upset and I was wrong for being mad at you. I know you care for him".

Stephanie: "He's a great person. It's impossible not to".

Laurent: "I know and I'm so mad at myself for hurting him and I'm not....."

He begins to get upset and she can see that he's on the verge of tears but he manages to suck them back...at least for the moment...

Laurent: "....I'm not proud of what I did, and please don't tell Larry this, but I'm getting help. I started to realize things about myself and I know there's no excuse for hurting Larry but I'm really trying to get better".

Stephanie: "I'm glad to hear that Laurent and I'm happy for you, but don't you think Larry will want to know too? He should be back any minute".

Laurent: *sniff* "No I'm leaving. I don't want him to see me yet because I still have more time in the program. I want him to see me when I'm done and better because that's what he deserves. I just wanted to tell you...."

He can no longer hold back his tears and now they're streaming down his face causing Stephanie choke up herself...but she holds it together...

Laurent: *sniff* "I just wanted to say thank you for loving my Larry so much. You're such a good friend to him. That means a lot to me, and I'm sorry for being so mean to you. You didn't deserve that".

She clears her throat in an attempt to clear the lump that's formed as she's still on the brink of crying. Laurent is right.. She's always been closer to Larry but before all this they got along great so it touches her heart to hear this... 

Stephanie: "Thank you Laurent. I really appreciate that".

Laurent: "Welcome". *brief pause* "Well that's all I needed to say".

He then turns around and proceeds to walk away. Then...

Stephanie: "Laurent wait".

He stops and turns around...tears still streaming as he looks at her with nothing but remorse in his eyes. She slowly walks towards him and gives him a hug. He gladly hugs back as he sobs more...

Stephanie: "It's going to be alright and I promise I won't tell Larry anything. Just keep doing what you're doing and I'm sure you'll see him soon". 

Laurent: "I just hope it's not too late".

Stephanie: "Well have faith that it won't be, ok"?

She feels him nodding his head as he's too emotional to say anything else...

Stephanie: "And thank you so much again for the apology. I gladly accept".

Laurent: "No problem and thank you. That really means so much to me". 

Stephanie: "You're very welcome".

They release their hug then look at each other as he wipes more tears away...

Laurent: "I'm leaving now".

Stephanie: *smile* "Ok", she whispers. 

She watches as he walks away until he's completely out of sight. She then turns to her right and sees Larry's car coming down the street so she quickly goes inside before he sees her and takes her place back on the sofa. She's certain Larry didn't see Laurent so now she's thinking what a close call that was...

*****

Larry: *smile* "I'm back"!

Stephanie: *smile* "Hey. What did you get"?

Larry: "A little bit of everything. Subs, fries, your favorite salad and dessert of course".

Stephanie: "Wow, thank you friend".

Larry: *smile* "Welcome"!

She brushes past him and goes to her cupboard to pull out some plates. When she turns around she sees a confused look on his face...

Stephanie: "Larry? What's wrong"?

Larry: "Nothing. I just thought I smelled Laurent's cologne". 

Stephanie freezes because when she hugged Laurent she didn't think about his scent rubbing off on her so she won't know what to say if Larry asks...but much to her relief... 

Larry: "I guess I miss him more than I realized".

She still isn't sure what to say but thankfully he changes the subject completely...

Larry: "Well, let's eat"!

Stephanie:  *laugh* "Why are you so happy love"?

Larry: *smile* "I danced today".

That being the last thing she expected to hear her eyes widen in surprise....

Stephanie: "Really? Where"? 

Larry: "Before I go inside and order us food I see some kids dancing. They see me and asked me to dance too so I did. I didn't realize how much I miss it". 

Stephanie: "I know sweetie but it will happen when it's supposed to happen". 

The short thought of Laurent makes her smile slightly...

Larry: "So why are you smiling"?

Stephanie: "I just love seeing you so happy".

Now she isn't lying about that because nothing makes her happier than to see Larry so happy but it's eating her up that she knows something he doesn't. She promised Laurent she won't say anything and all she can do is hope that Larry will find out soon because she isn't sure how long she'll be able to hold it in... 

Larry: *smile* "Thank you". *pause* "Now let's eat before all this food gets cold".

Stephanie: *smile* "Ok".

Shortly after lunch they decide to watch TV in the living room. Stephanie is in her favorite chair while Larry sits on the couch until he announces something...

Larry: "I'm going to leave for a little bit. You need me to bring you something"?

Stephanie: "I'm ok, thank you. Just be safe and I'll see you later".

Larry: "Oki. I'll be back soon".

*Laurent*

Before going to enjoy the rest of his day pass he decided to stop at home to check on things although he's nervous about the feelings he will get going into the house. After all, that house doesn't just belong to him, it belongs to his other half too. He feels his stomach turning although he knows no one will be on the other side of the door. Perhaps he's nervous about the possibility of bad memories flooding his brain...but if they enter his mind he will do his best to rid himself of them because he only wants to think about the good. When he steps inside of course it's quiet and everything is still in place. He begins a walk through of the rooms and just like Larry's previous visit to the home he's also being reminded of everything that's taken place within these four walls. The countless times and places they made love to the romantic dinner he made for Larry one evening that took place out on their patio. He had just finished crying several minutes ago when he was with Stephanie now he feels as though he's on the verge of tears again...but instead of sucking them back this time he allows them. Tears simply means that one allows themselves to feel the capacity of a situation and this whole ordeal has been an emotional one so to not cry would be more a concern than crying ever will. He proceeds to walk to the hallway bathroom where he snorted that evil drug several times and the closer he gets to it the memories of each time comes back. Then the last time he beat Larry when he discovered the drugs comes back. He can literally feel his heart break at the thought of Larry's pain and all Larry was doing when he flushed the drugs was loving him just as he said a few minutes prior when Laurent saw two tears falling from his eyes. He can hear the words ringing in his ear now...

                               Larry: "I said I can't give this to you and I mean it".

                               Laurent: "You getting smart with me"?

                               Larry: "No baby". *sniff* "I'm loving you".

Envisioning the way Larry was looking up at him with his beautiful yet pain filled eyes is enough to make more tears fall as he shakes his head to rid himself of the memory. Then he remembers something else so he bends down, opens the sink cabinet and allows his hand to search for something. His secret stash. When his hand feels the plastic bags that contains the substance he pulls them out then stands up. He looks down at the bags in his hand then steps over to the toilet seat to lift lid up. Taking his cue from his love he takes one bag at a time and dumps the substance in the toilet. He waits until all bags are empty then he flushes as he watches the substance swirl around until it's no longer in sight. After he's done in the bathroom he goes to the final room...their bedroom. He looks at the freshly made bed and right away he starts thinking about their beautiful moments of making love. The way Larry's mouth would fall open as Laurent took smooth strokes, or the way his moans would fill the room, not to mention Laurent's heart. He also thought about the more sentimental moments where Larry slept peacefully while safe and secure in Laurent's arms. He then has the urge to go to their large walk-in closet. He isn't interested in anything on his side. His attention goes straight to Larry's as he still has a few articles of clothing hanging that he didn't pack. He sees one of his shirts hanging neat and clean on the hanger and he grabs the bottom of lightly. He then brings it up to his nose and slowly inhales his scent...basking in it for what could have been forever. Suddenly he's alarmed by the sound of Larry's voice...

"Baby"?

Laurent quickly turns his head to the left and sees his love standing there looking as beautiful as ever with the warmest smile on his face. His eyes light up and in a beautiful whisper, "bebe"? He immediately releases the shirt and walks to him with his arms already open to receive him in a much needed hug for he desperately needs to feel his warmth...but the closer he gets to him Larry begins to fade and eventually disappears. He cries out, "bebe please don't go", but he realizes that he misses Larry so much it was all in his mind. He's aware that seeing him roughly one hour ago was his chance to go to him...but he meant what he told Stephanie. He will see him when it's the right time. Of course that doesn't mean that his desire for him will go away and being in their home thinking that he was there when he wasn't makes it much harder to deal with yet he still can't leave. Instead, he goes back into the closet to take Larry's shirt off the hanger and walks over to the bed. He lays down on Larry's side then clutches the shirt to his chest and allows a few tears to slip from his eyes before falling asleep...  

*Larry* 

He initially was going to jump in his car and take a drive but since it's such a beautiful day outside he decided to take a walk on the trail that Stephanie introduced him to. He's been on it several times now. Some days they walk it as an "after-work" stress reliever for Stephanie. Other times he's by himself and uses the time to think. This is one of those times. Well that and the fact that it's great exercise and he can use it after such a big lunch. He makes it to the top and now he's looking out into the scenery. Suddenly he hears Laurent's voice loud and clear, "Bebe please don't go". He instantly checks his surroundings even though he knows Laurent won't be there...but the voice is so close it really feels like he's near him. He spends the next several minutes trying to understand why he heard something like that from him. For a minute he thinks Laurent is in distress but that's quickly overshadowed by him repeating the words to himself. He said, "bebe please don't go". He knows that "bebe" is what Laurent calls him so he figures this has something to do with himself...but what? "Don't go where baby", he softly whispers. A few more moments pass and then he remembers that's one of the things Laurent said to him the day he left. Of course he isn't sure why that's what he heard after all this time being a part so he just shrugs it off...but then his earlier moment of smelling Laurent's cologne in Stephanie's house comes to him. He could have sworn he smelled it but like he told her he must miss him more than he realizes so his mind must be playing tricks on him. Then just like that something else hits him. In combination with smelling his cologne and now hearing his voice, is Laurent somehow sending him a message subliminally? He's beginning to think that it's more than just missing him. Even though they're lovers, they're still twins and it's not uncommon for him to feel Laurent's emotions or sense his thoughts. Nonetheless, whatever it is he decides to stick to his decision to let Laurent reach out to him even though his cell phone is in his pocket and he can easily take it out and call him. He blows out a gentle sigh and admires the scenery for another moment before going back down the trail... 

*Laurent*

His eyes open slowly and he's completely aware of where he is. He still has Larry's shirt clutched to his chest as he looks at the clock on the nightstand to check the time. It's only 3:00. He still had five hours left on his day pass but the highlight of his day has been achieved so he decides to go back. He goes back to the closet to hang Larry's shirt back up then leaves the room to head for the front door. Once there he turns around to take one final look before setting the alarm and leaving...  

*back at rehab*

Laurent is walking through the door when he notices Jason coming towards him... 

Laurent: "Hey man. What's up"?

Jason: "I'm done man. I'm leaving".

Laurent: "Wow. Congrats bro, that's great". 

Jason: *smile* "Thank you. So you're on your day pass"?

Laurent: "Yeah. I still have a lot of time but...." *thinks about seeing Larry* "I'm good".

Jason: "Ok. Well since you have time left I want you to come with me somewhere".

Laurent gives him a confused and somewhat suspicious look...

Jason: *laugh* "Don't worry homie. I won't get you in any trouble and you'll be back in time, I promise".

That reassurance makes Laurent relax and agree...

Laurent: "Oki. Let's go". 

~thirty minutes later~

Jason and Laurent pull up in front of a beautiful home. Laurent assumes it's his and he invited him over to chill with him for the remaining time he has on his pass...that is until Jason speaks... 

Jason: "Just wait here for a minute if you don't mind".

Laurent: "Yeah oki".

He can tell that Jason is nervous about going to the door and he's still clueless as to what's going on but he waits patiently. He watches Jason ring the doorbell and there are a few moments before the door swings open and reveals a beautiful woman with shoulder length hair. He watches the lady look at him as if she's seeing a ghost. They exchange words before Jason extended his arms for a hug. The lady is hesitant but she gives in and hugs him. They stay embraced for a while before they release and exchange a few more words. She then goes inside and shuts the door so Laurent assumes he will turn around and come back to the car...but seconds later the door opens again and a little boy runs out and jumps into his arms. Laurent realizes that's his son that he always talks about whenever he and Jason hang out together in the recreation room or at the poolside. When he sees all of them together he smiles at the beautiful reunion. He then notices the three of them coming towards the car and Jason waving at him to get out of the car...   

Jason: *smile* "Laurent, I have some people I would like you to meet. This is my ex-wife Sabrina".

Laurent: *smile* "It's nice to meet you Sabrina. I'm Laurent".

Sabrina: *smile* "It's nice to meet you too".

Jason: "And this little guy is our amazing son Dominic".

Laurent: *smile* "Hey Dominic. I'm....."

Dominic: "Les Twins"!

Laurent's eyes widen as he can't believe this little guy is a fan...

Sabrina: *smile* "Yeah he watches you guys all the time. I was going to say something but I knew he wanted to".

Laurent: "Wow. Well thank you for being such a big fan Dominic".

Dominic: "You're welcome! Hey, can you show me how to do your death drop"?

Sabrina: *laugh* "Sweetheart, I think you're a little too young to do something like that. Let's wait until you're older".

Dominic: "Ok mommy".

Laurent: "Well if it's oki with your mom, I can show you something else".

Dominic starts jumping as his eyes widen in excitement...

Dominic: "Like what"?! 

Laurent: "How about this"? (A/N: You all know that ocean wave thing they do with their arms? I don't know how else to describe it but that's what he's doing lol! :)

Dominic: "Oh boy! Can he mommy"?!

Sabrina: *smile* "Of course".

Dominic: "Yay"!       

Laurent just laughs at his cuteness. He spends the next hour with Jason and his family before deciding that they need time to themselves so he exchanged numbers with Jason, said his goodbyes to everyone and went back to rehab. He took a hot shower and now comfortable in his bed he starts to reflect on his day. It touched his heart to see Jason reunite with his son who's absolutely adorable. Sabrina seems like such a great person and he can see why Jason is so in love with her. He realizes that he and Sabrina are divorced now but judging by the way they looked at each other he can tell there's still a lot of love between the two of them and he will pray that Jason's wish will come true and he gets her back. And how can that not make him think about his love? Being so close to Larry today and not being able to touch him hurt his heart but he's sure his heartbreak will come to an end for he knows he will be reunited with the love of his life soon and that makes him smile before drifting off to sleep...

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A/N: Hey my loves. So yeah, the part where Laurent pictured Larry outside of their closet before he disappeared wasn't to imply that he was dead. It just seemed to fit really well with that part. And...I also wanted to mess with you guys a little bit and have you think that was when they would reunite. I know, I suck. But I love ya! Hope everyone enjoyed! Love you guys. :)