Disclaimer: I don't own Suits, Queer as Folks, or any of the characters. If I did, I would be too busy doing other stuff to write any fics. ^_~
Warning: This is slash (Harvey x Mike and established QaF relationships). Don't like, don't read, although it is all quite tame.
As soon as I saw the pilot, it popped into my head that Harvey and Brian had quite a bit in common and had to meet. Finally got around to writing it. Established Harvey x Mike relationship. If you're interested in how I have them get together, read my fic "Terms of Our Arrangement," but you don't need to read it for this... This was gonna be a fluffy one shot, but as I was writing it, I realized it woulda been a really long one shot, and I split it up so I didn't have to finish it all at once...cuz I'm lazy. =P
Anyway, thanks for clicking the link and read on! =)
Chapter 1: Justin
Justin had a headache. He glances over at the 'horde' – erm…his friends yammering on and on 'discussing' the situation. Everyone had shown up to support Brian and Mel at the hearing. Especially after they caught a glimpse of the opposing lawyer and Justin had to admit the guy was hot in a handsome older guy kinda way and from the little he saw of the guy, he reminded Justin of Brian. The guy was hot, not as hot as Brian, but definitely hot.
Unfortunately, they were now sitting outside of the courtroom. The judge had barred them from the courtroom when they showed up half an hour early and disturbed the previous hearing. In fact, the judge stated that only the "individuals pertinent to the hearing" would be allowed inside.
Justin sighed and glared at his friends for getting them kicked out. Originally, only he and Lindsay had planned to show up for moral support. Then the hot hotshot lawyer had to show up at the Liberty Diner yesterday.
Flashback
The entire group was there to boost morale for Mel's class action lawsuit with Brian as the lead plaintiff. Spirits were high and everyone was having a good time. Then the door opens and Emmett's jaw drops open and a fry rolls out.
"Oh my hottie," Emmet says slowly and everyone turns to see what caused him to be in such a state.
Justin's eyes widen at the sight of the handsome man in what had to be an incredibly expensive tailored suit standing in the doorway.
Harvey enters the diner and approaches Mel, "You really should advise your clients to settle with us. Dragging my client and me all the way out here and pushing this into court is just going to make things worse for you and them."
Mel was affronted, "Excuse me? Your client steals millions of my clients' money and you're trying to play the victim? And now what, you're stalking us?"
Harvey quips back, "Well, you weren't returning any of my calls and I was getting the feeling that you didn't like me. And I don't stalk, I have people who tell me everything I need to know about my opponents. Though, I honestly didn't think you and your client would frequent an establishment like this." He looks around distastefully.
Debbie, all riled up, slams a hand down on the table, "Hey! What's that supposed to mean? Do you have something against gays?"
"No, not at all," Harvey replies, flashing a patronizing smile. "I believe that people of all sexual orientations should be allowed to run dingy diners." He watches as collective mouths drop open in indignation and turns to Brian, "You really should settle. As the lead plaintiff, you need to think of everyone involved. Not just yourself. Losing this case would just cost you and all the other plaintiffs tens of thousands of dollars in legal fees and I'm very expensive. And you're going lose, because I'm the best closer in New York City." He pauses and looks thoughtful, "Well I guess technically right now, I'm the best closer in Pittsburgh." He hands Mel a file.
Brian narrows his eyes and says in a hard voice, "Get the hell out of here. You come to my town, insult me with your pathetic settlement and try to intimidate me?" Turning to Mel, he continues, "Mel, I'm sure you can figure out something to sue this jackass for right?"
Mel smiles smugly, "Oh…Definitely." She glares at Harvey, "We'll see you in court. Don't forget, the hearing's tomorrow."
Harvey shakes his head and shrugs as if to say "well I tried to warn you" and heads out the door leaving shocked looks around the table.
Ted finds his voice first, "Wow…I'm speechless...That guy is –"
"HOT!" Emmett cuts in and frantically waves his hands. "OMG, I'm so going to the hearing…" He pauses giving Brian and Mel a sweet smile, "To… you know, support you guys, cuz I'm such a caring friend."
Michael chimes in eagerly, "Me too! Totally there."
Brian rolls his eyes as Mel scoffs, "I can't believe you're attracted to him. He's an even bigger jackass than Brian ever was."
Ben tries to reason with them, "Guys, I don't think it's a good idea for you to all tag along. This is a serious issue and –"
"Oh come on Ben, it'll be fun," Michael pouts.
Ben sighs, caving, "I guess I'll go too and try to keep you guys in line."
End flashback
So there they were standing in the hallway after being kicked out since Brian and Mel were the only "pertinent individuals" involved in the case. Then, about 10 minutes before the hearing was due to start…
Emmett spots Harvey first, "Oh oh oh…there he is…ohhh he looks yummy."
They all watched as the hot attorney, his fancy looking partner and their client walked down the hall and thru the doors into the courtroom, without even sparing them a glance.
Ted says in awe, "What a power suit. I wonder how much it cost. And his hair is so…perfect."
Michael jokes, "It's more than you can afford, that's for sure. Haha. Hey! I wonder if his parents were fans of Batman comics. Maybe they named him after Harvey Dent. Harvey Dent wears really nice suits too."
Ben furrows his brows, "Ummm…doesn't Harvey Dent turn into Two-Face? A villain?"
Debbie scoffs, "Hah! Well I bet those fancy schmancy corporate lawyers are all two-faced villains. Except for Mel."
Justin exclaims, "You guys! Honestly, we are supposed to be here to support Brian and Mel and you just couldn't keep quiet? Had to get us kicked out of the courtroom? DId you really come for moral support or did you just come to check out that lawyer?"
Emmett tries to placate him, "We are all here to support them, but getting to ogle Mr. Hottness in there is a definite bonus. Is it our fault the judge has a stick up her butt? So serious."
Ben shakes his head, "I completely agree with Justin on this. This is a hearing, it is a serious situation. Brian lost a lot of money and so did dozens of other people. I knew we shouldn't have come. Sorry Justin, Lindsay."
Lindsay smiles, "It's ok Ben. Can't control the guys right?"
Emmett turns to Lindsay, "Hey Linds! So what did you think of the hottie's partner. Really pretty, gorgeous hair. And what an outfit. Mel could take some fashion tips from her."
Lindsay defends her love, "Mel is perfect just the way she is. And that woman is too put together. It's unnatural."
Justin sighs. Not only were they ousted from the courtroom, but they might get kicked out of the entire courthouse altogether, what with the way some of the security guards were looking at them. Oh no…here it comes.
A guard approaches and warns them, "Folks you gotta keep it down. People are trying to work here. If you keep this up, we're going to have to ask you to leave the premises."
Justin glares at the horde. They're not his friends…they're 'the horde.' They all meekly shrug and sit down. Justin thinks to himself, "I wonder how long that'll last. Ugghh I'm bored." Then he hears a commotion and moments later sees a cute guy speaking with the guard. Justin smiles; things are starting to look up.
A/N: What do you think? It's been a really long time since I watched QaF and I hope I didn't make any of the characters too OOC. Hope you enjoyed it.
More coming soon. Kindly review.
