SELFISH LOVERS

by Akasha721

What if Iwaki and Katou were americans. One is a lawyer and the other a voice actor?

1. Chapter 1

I do not own Iwaki or Katou they belong to Youka Nitta!

I was wondering how it would be if the two lovers were born in the U.S. What would their life be like? Iwaki is a lawyer and Katou a voice actor. Humm sounds like fun.

I guess you can say this is an alternate universe. Just go with me here okay?

SELFISH LOVERS

Iwaki arrives home and throws his coat on a chair. He heads for his bar to fix a drink; this is the third night in a row he has worked late. As he is enjoying his drink, the phone rings.

He thinks to himself, he'll let the answering machine pick up. The voice on the machine is one of his important clients so he grabs it before she hangs up. It is Paula, she says, "I'm sorry to be calling so late but I need to see you about something important. We could meet somewhere or I could come to you." He tells her, "I'll meet you where ever you want." They agree to meet at the Portland Hotel. He hangs up the phone, grabs his coat and heads out the door.

He arrives before she does and seats in a back booth. He orders a drink and sits back and looks around the lounge. He looks over at the bar and looks away quickly. He can't believe his eyes, it's… Katou!

He hopes he doesn't see him so he keeps his head down. He is thinking that maybe they can wrap this up quickly and get out before he recognizes him. As he is thinking about this Paula walks into the lounge.

He stands and waves her over, she smiles and walks towards him. The man at the bar looks up at the same time and sees Iwaki in the mirror. He slowly turns and looks at him and turns back to the bar. He is smiling to himself, this is his lucky day. He'll wait for a bit then go over and say hello.

Iwaki looks back at the bar but the man still has his back turned so maybe he hasn't seen him. He looks at Paula, smiles and says, "Would you like a drink? Or would you like to get straight to business?"

She tells him she would like a drink. He orders her a grey goose martini and she tells him what she wants him to do. "I need too transfer a very large sum of money and I don't want to go through your office. This transaction has to be kept under the radar. Can you do it?"

He waits for the waiter to leave and picks up his drink and says, "How much are we talking, you know I may have to break it up." She tells him 1.5 million. He sits back in his seat and says, "That is a lot of money…but I think I can do it. When do you want to move it?"

She sips her drink and says, "Good, I will have the date for you in two days. I just need to know it can be done and I didn't want to talk over the phone. Traci and I would like for you to have the entire commission on this." He smiles and says, "Thanks I could use it, I might be able to pay off my loft early."

He looks at his watch and says, "If there is nothing else I do want to get back." Paula says, "You do look kind of off. I was meaning to ask you about that. Is everything alright?"

He says, "When I came in I didn't know how tired I was until I sat and had a drink. I guess these long hours have caught up with me."

They both get up and are heading for the door when they a hand reaches out and grab his arm. He looks down, turns and says, "Hello Katou, how are you?"

Katou turns around and smiles at him.

He has been looking for Iwaki for over a month and now he is standing in front of him!

Paula looks at him and smiles also, "How did I miss this gorgeous man!!" she is thinking.

Iwaki turns to her and introduces her. "Paula I would like for you to meet Katou." She looks at him and is about to say something when she sees that he has not taken his eyes off Iwaki.

It's as though, if he looks away he might disappear. Katou takes his eyes away from Iwaki long enough to say hello. He then says, "Iwaki can I speak to you a minute?"

Paula looks at Iwaki and says, "I have a car waiting so I'll call you with the date and it was nice meeting you Katou."

With that she turns and walks out the door. Iwaki stands there and watches as she leaves then turns to Katou and sits next to him at the bar. He notices a drink in front of him and looks over at Katou.

"So, this is to let me know that you knew I would be joining you?" Katou turns and says, "No, that's not it at all. I was just hoping you wouldn't refuse me. I've been looking a long time for you Iwaki…I've missed you."

Iwaki picks up his drink, sips it and says, "Why were you looking for me." He has his head down trying to think of a way to get out of here but he can't think of an excuse.

Katou leans in and says, "You should know why I've been looking for you. The one time we were together was the best time of my life." Iwaki looks around to see if anyone is listening but there is no one close. "Look, I'm not having this conversation with you here. I have to go."

He gets up from his seat and Katou gets up also. "I'll walk you out to the lobby."

They get to the entryway and Katou grabs his arm and says, "Come with me Iwaki, I have a suite we can talk there.

He leads him to the elevator and they get on. Iwaki and Katou are quiet on the way up; they get off at the 7th floor. He follows Katou down the hall. Katou slides his keycard down the slot and the door opens. He waves his arm for Iwaki to go in first.

Iwaki walks in and looks around the suite admiring the décor. It is like a mini apartment and very elegant.

Katou offers him a drink and Iwaki says, yes.

He sits on the chair because he knows if he sits on the sofa he will be inviting trouble.

Katou notices the move and smiles to himself, "It won't be that easy."

He hands Iwaki a brandy and walks over to the balcony and opens the doors, he turns his back on it and the breeze ruffles his hair and clothes making him look very alluring.

He looks at Iwaki and says, "Maybe now we can finish our conversation. We are along we can't be overheard; this is what you wanted, right. Iwaki downs his drink before answering. "Why are you so obsessed with me? What is it about me that makes you act this way? I don't remember doing anything to encourage you in any way. So tell me?"

Katou walks over to Iwaki and cups his face in his hand, "I don't understand it either but I can't get you out of my head. Believe me this comes as a complete surprise to me too."

He leans in and kisses Iwaki on the lips, pushing his tongue inside. Iwaki drops his glass and stands; he pushes Katou away from him and puts the back of his hand across his mouth.

What are you doing…what is wrong with you. I'm out of here, I can't handle this. He heads for the door but before he can cross the room Katou grabs his arm and spins him around.

He pulls him in his arms; he buries his head into Iwaki's shoulders, "Don't go yet…I'm sorry I don't know what came over me. It's just that I want you so badly I can't help myself."

"You knew coming up here it would lead to this so why are you fighting me?"

Iwaki had to admit that he knew this might happen, hell he would have been surprised if it didn't. However it didn't make it any easier to accept.

He looks down at Katou holding him and says, "You're right, I'm sorry this is my fault to. Please understand I can't do this with you."

"I'm seeing someone and she is expecting a commitment from me. What am I'm supposed to do about her?"

Katou puts his arms down and stares at him in disbelief. "Are you serious…you mean you can just walk away from me like that…before we have a chance to explore where this may lead?"

Iwaki drops his head because he knows where this could lead and he can't go there with Katou or any other man. He just won't do it. He has a reputation to uphold and if they ever found out at the firm he would lose his job. He was a coward and he could admit that to himself but not to anyone else.

He walks over to the mini bar and reaches in and picks up a small bottle. He looks over at Katou and he waves his hand saying help yourself. He downs the bottle wipes his mouth and tosses it in the trash.

Katou is watching him wondering what he is thinking. Iwaki walks over to Katou and pulls him in his arms and whispers in his ear. "I'm so sorry; I can't do this…not because I don't care… but because I do. Please…forgive me."

He heads for the door and opens it, pulling it slowly close behind him. Iwaki walks to the elevator and goes down. He puts his hand on the lips that Katou has so loving kissed minutes before.

He steps off and heads for the door and sees Katou's reflection in the glass. He turns around and Katou is standing there with such a look of longing that he turns and walks back to him.

Katou is gasping for breath because he has run down seven flights of stairs to catch him. Iwaki puts his hand out and says, "Come with me Katou." He follows Iwaki out of the hotel and into the parking lot.

Iwaki opens the door for him and gets in on the other side and drives off. Katou is quiet at first because he is happy to be with Iwaki but his curiosity gets the better of him so he says, "Where are you taking me Iwaki?"

He looks over at Katou and says, "I'm giving you what you want, I'm through fighting. I have to be honest with myself for once." Katou looks over at him with a new found respect. He likes honesty in people and getting it from Iwaki is heartwarming.

They arrive at Iwaki's loft and go in. Iwaki removes his coat and asks Katou if he wants anything. Katou walks over to him and says, "You already know what I want." Iwaki looks at him and smiles "Pervert."

He takes Katou's face in his hand and kisses him. He slides his tongue inside his mouth and pulls him closer. Katou wraps his arms around Iwaki because this is what he has been wanting for the longest and he plans on relishing his time with Iwaki…this just might be it for him, just this one night.

He is unbuttoning Iwaki's shirt and pulls his own over his head, the items drop to the floor carelessly. They stand holding each other caught up in the wave of passion that is only known to those who have surrendered completely.

Iwaki slowly pulls away and walks over to his bedroom area and Katou follows close behind.

Iwaki undresses and Katou does the same as stormy grey eyes meet smothering gold.

He lies back on his bed while Katou stands admiring his body. The firm muscles, his broad shoulders the long strong legs and not to mention what is between those legs. As Katou is watching him Iwaki feels as if he is licking him up with his tongue making him grow harder and harder.

He looks up at Katou and says, "Are you going to just stand there…I thought you wanted me."

Katou walks over, sits and takes Iwaki in his arms. He kisses him deeply, pushing him down onto the bed. He licks the side of his neck and kisses it. He whispers in his ear, "Iwaki this is so much more than sex…I hope you feel the same way too." Iwaki pulls his face to him and slides his tongue in his mouth.

Katou puts his hand between their bodies and begins to stroke Iwaki. He says, "Who's the pervert now my love." Iwaki is moaning and Katou is thinking, "This is all I need, him and right now… I could die happy."

Katou puts two fingers in his mouth and turns Iwaki on his side. Iwaki is moaning deep in his throat he has forgotten how it feels to have the sure hand of this man stroking him to heights he has never reached before with a woman.

When all is said and done giving in to this man is easy for Iwaki he just hopes he can handle the fallout because right now, he has no plans on being without him again.

Paula gets into the cab and has him take her home. She sits in the backs and thinks about Iwaki and the guy named Katou. What kind of name is that? It sounds Japanese but he doesn't look Japanese.

You never know with the way things are in this day and age. However he is a handsome man, damn! How did she miss him when she came in? "I wonder if something is going on between those two. They certainly look good together but didn't Iwaki have a girlfriend? What is her name again?

Well it didn't matter he was probably just meeting up with a friend. Just because she spent time with women once in a while she shouldn't jump to conclusions. After all everyone isn't like her. Well, to each his own she thinks.

If she remembers correctly the woman was all over him and he seemed as though he was into her also. So no she had to be making a mistake. Because if he is into men, he better stay in the closet… there was going to be trouble for sure.

Iwaki is up early and in the shower. Katou is in the kitchen admiring the state of the art appliances. He is looking for a coffee pot to make some coffee. He is having trouble finding it when he hears a dripping sound. He turns to the right and he sees the coffee brewing.

He looks in three cabinets before he finds the coffee mugs. He pours two mugs and sips his and goes into the bedroom. He sits one of the cups down and walks to the doorway. He stands watching Iwaki as he takes a shower. He is smiling to himself as he says, "Iwaki I have your coffee if you want it…or I could wash your back for you."

Iwaki is startled he has forgotten for a moment he is not alone. He says, "I'll be out in a minute."

He couldn't believe he has forgotten that Katou had spent the night. That night had seemed surreal and he is still in a daze. He turns off the shower and is about to step out when he sees Katou standing there holding out a towel.

Katou walks over and wraps it around Iwaki's waist. Iwaki smiles and grabs a hand towel and rubs his hair getting most of the water out.

Katou sets his mug down and comes up behind him and places a kiss on the side of his neck. "Good morning…did you sleep well last night? If you didn't we can go back and try it again."

He is saying this as he slowly kisses him on the neck moving the towel from around his waist and cupping him in his hand. Iwaki closes his eyes and leans his head back into Katou's shoulder. He is moaning softly in the back of his throat. Katou is stroking him slowly at first then he increases his movements. Iwaki is hard as stone.

Katou turns him around and drops to his knees. He takes Iwaki in his mouth and Iwaki is holding on to his shoulders because his knees have buckled under him. Katou raises his head and says, "What's the matter you can't stand?"

He grabs Iwaki's hips and his leg to hold him up. Iwaki transfers his hands to Katou head and he is calling out his name. "Katou…yes like that…your mouth is so hot…I can't stand it."

Katou looks up into his face and he is overjoyed at the look he sees. "Do you really want me to stop Iwaki…you really can't stand it. Tell me to stop Iwaki if that is really what you want." Iwaki looks down at him and says, "Please don't stop not now…it feels so good."

He is thinking this man is taking him to heights he has never known before. He thinks to himself, "Is this what I've been missing all this time…is this what I've been trying to avoid? Heaven help me I won't anymore.'

Katou I'm going to cum…stop…stop." But Katou is not listening to him and he comes in his mouth and pushes all the way in his mouth as Katou swallows it all down. Iwaki looks down at him and says, "I'm so sorry, I couldn't help myself. Please forgive me."

Katou wipes his mouth with the back of his hand and says, "It's alright I knew you were at the edge. Besides didn't it feel good?" Iwaki helps him up and says, "Yeah, it did feel good. But I have to sit down now if you don't mind."

He goes into the bedroom and sits on the bed. Katou follows him in and hands him his coffee, he takes a sip and makes a face. "It's cold and where is the sugar? You drink black coffee?"

Katou is laughing, "Sorry maybe I shouldn't have held you up." Iwaki looks over at him and smiles. He gets up grabs a robe and walks to the kitchen for a fresh cup.

Iwaki is in the bedroom getting dressed while Katou is in the shower.

Katou comes in and says, "I guess I'll be leaving… will I see you again?"

Iwaki looks up in surprise and says, "What are you talking about? Of course you'll see me again…you do want to don't you?" Katou says yes and gives him a big smile.

Iwaki says, "I have to drop you off…remember I brought you here in my car. Feel free to help yourself to anything you think you may need, I don't mind sharing."

He goes into the kitchen and cleans up and Katou makes a phone call. He talks to the manager and cancels his room, he tells him to have his bill ready when he arrives.

Katou walks to the kitchen and stands in the doorway. "Tell me... how long have you been living here."

Iwaki stops and turns around and says, "I guess about two years, I brought it from a friend who was getting married. They wanted a larger place. I haven't finished paying for it yet but I fell like it's mine. When I finish paying for it I'm having a mortgage burning party, I heard that's what you're suppose to do." He laughs as he says this.

Katou is studying him as he speaks. He is thinking that Iwaki is so open and honest about everything. "Let's see just how honest he can be."

Iwaki walks into the bedroom and starts brushing his hair. Katou leans against the doorframe and asks, "Iwaki, what about the lady you were telling me about last night? Do you still plan on making a commitment to her?"

Iwaki stops in the middle of brushing his hair and turns around and looks at Katou. "Do you think I could be with her after last night with you?"

Katou walks over to Iwaki and puts his arms around him. He says, "You know I think I could fall in love with you…no I am in love with you. So please don't hurt me."

Iwaki doesn't know what to say. He has never had another man say this to him before. But on some level it felt good to hear.

He looks up in Katou's face to see if he is serious but he lets Iwaki go and walks out of the room. Iwaki watches as he leaves the room and wonders what that is all about. He has told him he will see him again but that was something else. Well, he has some business to take care of and he will have to deal with that later.

He grabs a coat and is heading for the door when Katou says, "Is this a safe area around here, it looks nice enough."

He is standing by the window looking down at the street below. Iwaki turns and walks over to the window and starts to describe the neighborhood, he points out different places to walk and shop.

He points to his favorites and the newsstand where he gets his Sunday papers. He tells him he loves living in this area and doesn't plan on moving anytime soon. He looks at Katou and asks, "Why all the questions, are you planning on buying in the area?"

Katou smiles at him and says, "Something like that. Say, what are your plans for the rest of the day. I want you to go to this club with me, it's not gay so don't worry, just two friends having a nice time. What do you say?"

Iwaki thinks it over for a minute and says, "Sure, I have to run to the office for a couple of hours but I should be back here at three. If that's okay with you, I could meet you back here." Katou smiles and says, "That sounds perfect, if I get here first I'll just wait in my car out front. Iwaki looks at him and says, "Uh, okay, but I'll try to get here before you."

They walk to the car and get in.

Iwaki is in a good mood, he hasn't felt this good in ages. He knows it is because of Katou and he is not going to deny it.

Katou is looking out the window deep in thought. He wonders if he tells Iwaki what is on his mind would he get angry or would he refuse to see him again. He didn't want to stop seeing him so he just has to make him accept him. After all he wants Iwaki and nothing and no one is going to stand in his way.

Iwaki glances over at him and says, "You're awfully quite, what's going on?"

Katou turns his head and says, "I was just thinking about last night and this morning…how nice it was sleeping next to you…waking up next to you."

Iwaki replies, "I have to admit it was different but I did enjoy myself. I hope you weren't disappointed in me."

Katou looks at him and says, "Are you kidding me? You are the only man I've been with and I thought you were great. You could never disappoint me Iwaki."

"Besides I did tell you how I feel about you didn't I and I plan on making you feel the same way?"

With that he leans back and closes his eyes. Iwaki looks over at him and says, "Excuse me?" Katou says with his eyes still closed. "I will make you fall for me Iwaki; I don't care what it takes. You know what they say, 'alls fair in love and war'." He smiles when he finishes saying this.

Iwaki thinks, "What have I got myself into, he's like a spoiled child." Katou sits up opening his eyes and says, "Iwaki I hope you are ready to have me in your life because I don't plan on going anywhere. Since you plan on getting that lady out of your life you should have time for us to get to know each other and trust me I'm looking forward to that."

Iwaki is laughing to himself thinking he is like a child use to having his way.

He says, "Yes we will have time to get to know each other but I do have a job and I don't how much time we will have for each other. By the way what is it that you do?"

Katou smiles and says, "I'm a voice actor for Star Productions. I was transferred here from California over a month ago. As a matter of fact I met you my second day here don't you remember? I was talking to the producer when you caught my eye. I was intrigued you look so confident and cute, I think I fell for you that night, I had no idea it would go this far."

Right then Iwaki pulls up in front of his hotel. Katou squeezes Iwaki's hand and says, "Don't forget three o'clock okay. Iwaki smiles and says, "I'm looking forward to it."

Katou gets out and heads for the hotel. He turns and sees Iwaki sitting there watching him. He waves and goes inside.

Iwaki drives to his office and hopes the documents are ready for his signature and if he could finish the notes on the Cahill case he wouldn't have to come in early after the weekend.

He walks in the office and is not surprised too see plenty of people working. It is like a regular work day, only everyone is dressed casually. He is relieved that he doesn't have to stay long. He is looking forward to spending the day and night with Katou.

He couldn't believe things were happing so fast. He sits down behind his desk and wonders what he is getting himself into. He wonders if he is ready for the fallout.

He has never thought of himself as gay. He has never been attracted to a man before. So what is it about this man that attracts him so much that makes him defy convention gladly.

Sitting down behind his desk is bringing him back to reality. Now he begins to doubt if he is doing the right thing. Maybe he can break it off before it goes too far. Damn! He just remembered he has a date tonight with Liz. They're supposed to see a play. He has totally forgot, how did that happened.

Being with Katou and making plans with him made everything else fade from his mind. He has forgotten he is seeing her tonight. Now what is he going to do?

He reaches for the phone to call his hotel room and changes his mind. After all he is seeing him at three and her at eight. Maybe he can do both.

Just then the phone rings, he stares at it as it rings. It stops after a while and then his assistant sticks her head in. "Iwaki, Ms Carson is on line one do you want to take it or you want me to tell her you're busy?"

He grabs the phone and says, "I'll take it, thank you Gilda."

"Hello sweetheart, how are you? Yes we are still on for tonight; I'll pick you up at eight. Yes the play should be nice; I'm looking forward to it. I'll see you tonight."

He hangs up the phone and thinks to himself. "I'll just explain to him that I had made plans with Liz a while ago and I have a date tonight. He should understand after all he is a man too."

He'll just tell him he'll see him some other time. They are two men, besides they shouldn't be together anyway.

That's when he hears Katou's voice saying, "I am in love with you."

Now why did he have to remember him saying that? He is so confused he can't think straight.

He had to go tonight because she had purchased the tickets over two weeks ago and he couldn't disappoint her at this late date. He sits looking off into space because he doesn't know what to do about his life. How did he get himself into this mess?

Paula leaves her house and heads for her partner's place. She had talk with Connie this morning and they made plans to see the play 'Coins in a Fountain' she is looking forward to spending time with her and seeing the play. It is easy getting tickets when you knew one of the production assistant. Connie has connections just about everywhere. She just hopes she behaves herself tonight. She was always flirting with every man she sees and some women too.

She walks up the four flights of stairs. Walking is how she keeps herself in shape; they also keep her legs strong and shapely. She gets to the door and knocks softly. Traci answers and invites her in. "Guess who's here? She says before Paula can say a word. She doesn't want her to say anything she shouldn't.

"Don't tell me, Noah right?" Just then he comes into the room and gives her a big hug. "You're a sight for sore eyes, how have you been?"

He laughs and tells her he is fine now that he is with Traci and looks over and gives her a wink.

Traci is smiling at them because they are the two most important people in her life. Noah smiles and says, "I hear you've come to steal Traci away from me but I'll let it slide because it's you. Just make sure you bring her back in one piece." Paula says, "You know you can count on me."

Traci grabs a jacket and they head out the door. She turns and looks over her shoulder at him and blows him a kiss. He stands there watching her as she walks out the door thinking she looks good coming and going.

Katou is waiting for Iwaki when he arrives; he gets out of his car and is leaning against it waiting for him to park.

Iwaki is wondering how he is going to tell Katou he has a date tonight with Liz. He looks at Katou and says, "Have you been waiting long?" Katou replies, "No, I just got here myself, besides I don't mind waiting on you. I've been looking for you remember?"

Iwaki smiles and says, "Yeah, that's right, I almost forgot. Let's go up, are you hungry, I know I am?"

Katou falls in step besides him and they go in together. Iwaki is quite on the way up and once they get inside.

He drops his coat on the chair by the door and puts his keys on the table. Katou puts his coat on top of Iwaki's and follows him into the kitchen.

He watches Iwaki for a moment and says, "Is something wrong Iwaki? You know you can tell me if there is. Did going to work today make you change you mind about us…is that it."

Iwaki says nothing and Katou gets up and walks over to the sink and stands behind him.

He turns Iwaki around and cocks his head to the side looking in his face and says, "Is it that bad…do you want me to leave? You have to tell me what's on your mind because I don't know you well enough to read your mind."

Iwaki looks up at him and says, "I have a date tonight… with Liz."

Katou takes a step back and says, "What do you mean…I...I thought you were giving her up? What… what happen…or do I want to know?"

Iwaki reaches out and grabs his arm and says, "No, I'm not giving up on us…it's just that she called this morning and reminded me we have plans to see a play tonight and I couldn't get out of it. I made these plans with her weeks ago. Listen Katou, I don't want to hurt her anymore than I have too. She hasn't done anything wrong…except fall for me. I promise I'll tell her tonight that it's over between us…I just don't know how I'm going to do it." I have to cancel tonight with you…I'm sorry it can't be helped."

Katou pulls him into his arms and says, "I know it's hard but won't it be better to tell her sooner rather than later. Making a quick clean break is better for all of us. The longer you put it off the harder it will be. You don't want her to find out from someone else do you? I'll leave if you want me to but I don't want to go. I love you Iwaki…I really do and I know it's sudden to you but I've had a few weeks to feel like this."

Iwaki looks at him and says, "It's not like I'm in love with her or anything I just don't want to hurt her. You do understand don't you?"

Katou lifts Iwaki face up and says, "Look at me Iwaki…do you want me to go? I will if that is what you really want."

Iwaki puts his arms around Katou's waist and says, "I don't want you to leave…I just don't know what to do about her."

He kisses Katou on the lips, small little kisses and says, "Why don't you tell me what I should say?"

Katou pulls Iwaki closer in his arms and kisses him as he slides his tongue inside his mouth and they stand there kissing for a while.

Katou slides his hands under Iwaki's sweater and strokes his back. Iwaki pushes in closer to Katou who backs him up onto the table. Katou leans over him and puts his hands down the front of his pants and strokes him.

Iwaki is moaning in the back of his throat and he snaps his pants open to give him access to him. He slides Iwaki pants down while kissing his nipples and licking his way down to his harden member. He takes Iwaki in his mouth and sucks on him slowly at first then he increases his movements. Iwaki is moaning loudly saying, "Your mouth…it's so hot…I can't stand it."

Katou stops for a moment and says, "Haven't a woman ever did this for you before?"

Iwaki says, "Yes but your mouth is hotter…it feels different somehow."

Katou says, "Its called passion Iwaki…that's how much I want you …my passion knows no bounds."

He continues to suck on Iwaki and he puts his two fingers in Iwaki's mouth. Iwaki sucks on his fingers and he is going out of his mind. Katou pulls his fingers out of Iwaki's mouth and slips them in the back of Iwaki. He searches for his pleasure spot and when he finds it he presses down. Iwaki arches his back and cries out. Katou lifts his hips and slides his already hard member inside of Iwaki. At the same time he is using his hand to finish the job on Iwaki's erection.

They both come and at the same time and Iwaki comes all over his stomach. Katou falls on top of him and they are both breathing very hard.

Iwaki puts his arms around Katou and he looks down at Iwaki and passionately licks his open mouth before sliding his tongue inside stroking the edge of Iwaki's teeth probing the sweetness inside.

They both have forgotten about dinner.

They are in the bedroom fresh from the shower and Katou is lying on the bed watching Iwaki as he gets ready for his date with Liz.

"How long do you plan on being out?"

Iwaki stops and turns around facing him. "I really don't know... a couple of hours I guess. I don't plan on being out no longer than I have too so I should be back pretty early."

Katou gets up and pulls his towel around his waist. He walks over to Iwaki and adjusts his tie. He smiles in his face and says, "I was wondering if I could wait for you here…I don't want to go back to the hotel."

Iwaki puts his hand over Katou's and says, "Of course you can. I'll be looking forward to seeing you when I get back. Knowing you'll be here will give me the incentive to do what I have too."

He kisses Katou and grabs his keys saying, "Make yourself at home and if you get hungry the food is in the fridge…we never did get to it remember? I'll see you soon."

Katou smiles at him and says good-bye. After the door closes he walks over to the window.

He looks down at the street and feels like he has come home. He watches as Iwaki leaves the building.

He turns around and looks up as though he knows Katou is in the window. Katou gives him a slight wave and lets the curtains fall back in place.

He waits for Iwaki to drive off then turns and walks into the bedroom. He gets dressed and goes to his car. He pulls a suitcase and garment bag out of his trunk. He takes them up to Iwaki's loft. He walks into the bedroom and hangs his things in the closet. He looks around to make sure the room is neat then walks into the kitchen and makes him a sandwich. Well Iwaki did say make yourself at home, so he is just following orders.

Iwaki picks up Liz and kisses her on the cheek in greeting.

"My, aren't we polite his evening. How are you? I haven't heard from you lately have you been that busy?"

Iwaki gives her a smile and says, "You know how it is at the firm, they keep me hopping. Where do you want to go for dinner? She says it doesn't matter and looks over at him.

He seems preoccupied as if he is already someplace else. There is something different about him; she just couldn't put her finger on it.

He looks over at her and says, "Why are you staring at me like that. Is something wrong sweetheart?" She smiles sitting back saying, "You look different tonight, it's as though you're more relaxed. You must have gotten a good night's sleep or something. Well I plan on having a good time tonight so I'm glad you have rested up."

Iwaki smiles to himself thinking if you only knew why I seem different. However you will find out before the night is over.

Liz is thinking that he is getting use to the long hours at the firm. Still she has to tell him they need to spend more time together or she'll find a side lover. She is smiling to herself as she is thinking this.

Iwaki glances over at her and wonders what is she scheming now. The smile on her face is positively scary. How he thought he could spend the rest of his life with someone like her is insane. When he thought about it he really didn't like her very much. So breaking up shouldn't be that hard.

Iwaki pulls up in front and gives his keys to the valet. They go inside to the lobby and he sees Paula with a very attractive woman. She looks up and waves at him.

He escorts Liz over to the ladies. "Nice to see you again Paula, you remember Liz don't you?" Paula says yes and introduces Connie.

Iwaki is uncomfortable; he hopes that Paula is discrete about seeing him with Katou last night. He could tell she noticed something between the two of them but she didn't know for sure. However he feels he could trust her not to bring it up because she has secrets also.

Connie looks Iwaki over and says, "We were thinking about going to dinner later would you like to join us?"

She is looking at Liz when she says this, smiling warmly. Liz looks at Iwaki and says, "Of course, we'll be delighted, wouldn't we Iwaki?"

He is at a lost for words because he has told Katou he would be home early. He is thinking, "Katou is waiting for me, what should I do?"

Liz looks at him and says, "Is there a problem Iwaki? You don't work on Sunday do you?"

He recovers quickly and says, "There's no problem, I would be honored to escort three beautiful ladies to dinner and of course it will be my treat. We'll meet back in the lobby if that is alright with you?" They all agree and Iwaki excuses himself to go to the men's room.

He calls Katou on his cell phone. "I have a problem, we ran into some friends, you met one last night and now everyone wants to go to dinner together. I couldn't get out of it without being rude. So I think I'll be a little later than I had planned. I'm sorry it couldn't be helped."

Katou says, "Its okay, where are you having dinner? I hope you don't eat too heavily."

Iwaki laughs and says, "I won't, I'm thinking about this seafood place in the Hilton Hotel they have fresh seafood flown in everyday. I try not to eat too much red meat. Anyway I'll try to get there as soon as I can, okay. But if you feel you have to leave I'll understand, I won't like it but I'll understand. So do what you have to and I'll see you later Katou."

He hated being away from him even this little bit of time but it couldn't be helped.

Katou hangs the phone up and wonders who this other couple is. He remembers the lady he met last night so he is not worried about her. It's the other one named Liz he is concerned about. They are going out on a double dinner date all normal and main stream and shit.

Wait a minute this could mean he is going to put off leaving her. That is not good, like he told him, the sooner the better, not that he cared about her feelings or anything, he just didn't want to share him any longer than he had too.

He goes to the bar and pours a drink; he downs it in one swallow and pours another. He takes it to the window and looks out. He is wondering what he can do.

He walks back to the bar and puts his head down as he thinks about the situation. He is thinking that Iwaki may have a little too much to drink and since they are at the hotel, he might get a room and come home in the morning. But he did say he wanted him to wait so he does know he wants to see him.

He is pacing in front of the window saying, "What should I do, what should I do?" He stops and sips on his drink. "I can't lose him now…I won't lose him. I have to think of something."

He stops in the middle of the floor and smiles. He walks over to the sofa and sits, leaning back with the smile still on his face. He has just come up with a solution to his problem.

They all head for the restaurant inside the hotel. They are seated at a table almost in the middle of the floor. Iwaki looks around and smiles saying, "I guess I'm the envy of every man here."

He could be quite charming when he wants too. Liz puts her hand up and adjusts his tie and smile as she puts her hand on his arm.

The gesture is not lost on Connie and Paula. They look at each other and smile. They know she is trying to let everyone know he is with her.

Connie starts in with, "Since you brought us here, what do you recommend?" Paula is looking down at her menu smiling to herself. She knows Connie is in full flirt mode.

She feels sorry for Liz because she is in for an unhappy night. Iwaki is a very handsome man and if she didn't have to do business with him she would have hit on him when she first met him but she didn't mix business with pleasure.

Liz is seething, "Who does this little wanton think she is?"

Connie turns to Paula and says, "It's nice to have a man in charge. Why don't we let him order for us?" Paula puts her menu down and says, "Find with me, it sounds like a wonderful idea."

They look over at Liz and she knows if she doesn't agree it will make her look boorish so agrees also.

As they are sipping their drinks Iwaki looks a little distracted. He keeps looking at his watch and wondering when he can get out of here and back to Katou.

Liz looks at him and asks, "Is there someplace you have to be Iwaki?"

He looks at her and says, "No, I was wondering how late it is because I want to get up for an early morning run, but it's no big deal." He turns and smiles at everyone. Connie is having so much fun flirting that she doesn't even notice his distraction.

Paula looks up from the table and sees Katou come in and he is headed straight for their table.

She watches as he approaches and glances over at Iwaki. He is listening to something Connie is telling him and does not see Katou.

Paula says in a loud voice, "Hello Katou, nice to see you again, it is Katou right?"

Everyone looks up at the same time and Iwaki is shocked. He stands and says, "What are you doing here? I mean how are you?"

He is so confused he doesn't know what to say. Paula is thinking there is something going on with these two. This night might be interesting after all.

Liz looks over at Iwaki and wonders what is wrong with him. Paula thinks to herself, "Liz is worried about Connie, well here is her real threat, all wrapped up in a gorgeous package. Talk about fireworks, they are all in for a treat.

Man what a waste…this man is too handsome, if it is at all possible he looks better than he did last night. He is wearing his blonde hair in a razor cut around the face and it is hanging to his shoulders. The outfit he has on is body hugging and it shows off his muscular curves. The tight black shirt is open at the throat and the black leather pants fit smoothly over his legs. He has an off white jacket over this with a red crest at the pocket. He is the total package you look for in a man.

Connie looks Katou over and turns too Iwaki. "Aren't you going to introduce us to your friend?"

Liz is wondering, "Who is this, I've never met him before but he is handsome."

Katou is smiling at the ladies wondering which one is Liz. They both look as though they're with him with him sitting between them. "I came just in time he thinks."

Iwaki looks at Liz and stumbles over the introductions. He laughs and says, "Forgive me I'm just surprise to see you here of all places." Paula pipes up with, "Why don't you join us if you have time that is…we would love to have you…wouldn't we Iwaki?"

The only thing Iwaki would like is for the floor to open up and swallow him whole. Everyone agrees and Iwaki says, "Please do join us, have a seat."

Katou sits between Connie and Paula, this way he can distract her from Iwaki.

"Would you like to order something, we have already placed our orders but I can call the waiter back if you like?" Iwaki says nervously.

Katou looks at Iwaki fully for the first time since his unannounced arrival and sits back in his seat. "I'm fine, don't worry about me but I would like a drink if it isn't too much trouble." Iwaki looks at him and replies, "Of course not."

He calls the waiter back and says, "Can I get a grey goose martini extra dry please?"

Katou smiles at Iwaki and says, "I'm flattered you remembered. Some people can't focus on anything but themselves. It's nice to know you're not one of those."

Katou turns to Paula and says, "Did you enjoy the play?" Liz looks at him and says. "How did you know we went to a play?"

He turns to Iwaki and then looks at her and says, "I ran into Iwaki earlier and he told me about it. I just assumed that you were all there together, am I wrong? I saw it in L.A. and thought it was great."

Connie says, "Yes we did see the play and then I invited them out to dinner but Iwaki insisted on paying for it. Isn't he the sweetest man?"

Katou looks over at Iwaki and takes a sip of his drink. He smiles and says, "I wouldn't expect any thing less of him, he is a generous man after all."

Iwaki puts his head down because he is blushing and he hopes no one notices.

You could feel the tension at the table…you could tell something is boiling under the surface. The only one unaware of what is going on is Connie because she is just happy to have two handsome men to flirt with.

Paula stands and asks the ladies to join her in the ladies room. For a moment Liz almost says no but thought better of it and goes also. She feels like something is going on that she is not aware of and she doesn't like it.

As the three of them leave the table Liz looks over her shoulder and sees Katou get up and sit in Connie's seat next to Iwaki. She is thinking about what they could have to say that they can't talk about in front of them. He didn't look like a lawyer so she knows he is not from the firm… so who is he. She thought she knew all of Iwaki's friends but apparently not. Wait a minute; Paula says she knew him… maybe she can ask her about him.

Katou moves too the seat next to Iwaki. "Sorry to crash your little dinner party but I wanted to see my competition." Iwaki picks up his drink and downs it in one swallow; he puts his hand up for the waiter, holding his glass so he knows he wants another one. "Why did you come here for something like that? I could have showed you a picture of her." He thinks about what he has just said and starts laughing, Katou laughs also. This breaks the tension and Iwaki is able to relax. "You know you could have just waited for me to come home."

Katou shakes his head and says, "No, I couldn't, you have no idea of the thoughts that were going through my head and they weren't nice either. So I decided to come here and see why you didn't just ditch her and come back too me. She's okay I guess if you like that type. She seems kind of bossy if you ask me. She's not the one for you, I'm glad I came along…I wouldn't want to see her with you, you deserve better."

Iwaki looks at him and gives him a slow smile. He is looking at him over the rim of his glass. "So you think I deserve to be with you… instead of her…is that what you're saying?" Katou looks him straight in the eyes and says, "Yes I do, I don't want anything from you but you. Can you say that about her?" He sips his drink and says, "She's looking for a husband so what's wrong with that?" Katou laughs and says, "Nothing if what you want is a wife."

Iwaki looks around and sees the ladies coming back and says, "We'll continue this later okay?" They both get up as the ladies come back and then take their seats.

The food arrives and everyone exclaims over the dish.

Connie picks up a forkful of lobster and tells Katou, "Try this, it's delicious." Katou puts his hand on top of hers and guides it to his mouth. He is looking her in the eyes the whole time. She smiles at him as he tastes the food on her fork.

Iwaki is watching this exchange and is not aware that Liz is watching him.

Katou says, "Umm this is good, what did you order, I have to have some the next time I'm here."

Liz is wondering what is with this guy and what does he have to do with Iwaki. Just then Katou looks over at Iwaki and smiles. Iwaki just looks at him and shakes his head because he couldn't help from smiling just before he drops his head back to his plate.

Liz clears her throat and says, "Iwaki are you enjoying your lobster? You seem to be somewhere else."

He looks at her and wonders what is with her? She seems to be upset about something and he has no idea what it is, could it be Katou? No way, she was acting like this before he arrived. Could it be she notices his attention has waned? If she has then it will make it easier for him to break it off.

He says, "It's just as good as I remember, how about yours?" Liz agrees and turns back too eating.

Paula looks around the table at everyone. She is glad she came out tonight she wouldn't have missed this for the world. She looks over at Iwaki and sees that he is watching Connie and Katou with a half smile on his face. Then Katou looks up at Iwaki and he looks away.

When they thought the other wasn't looking they couldn't keep their eyes off each other. Surely Liz had to notice because if she didn't she has to be blind. She even had nerve to ask her about Katou. She told her she had met him last night at a business meeting with Iwaki but didn't she think he was cute though? She told her if she wanted to know more, she had to ask Iwaki.

They finish up their meal and order cognacs all around. As they were having light conversation they found out that Katou is a voice actor from L.A. and he has been here for a short time. However he is thinking of making this his home because the industry has started to open up here for voice acting.

He tells them that he starts a new job on Monday. He just hopes he can get along with his co-workers.

Connie says, "I can't see you not getting along with anyone you are rather charming."

Iwaki coughs and almost spills his drink. Liz pats him on the back, "Are you alright, do you need some water?" Katou looks at him with concern and Connie smiles and touches his arm. "Are you worried; it probably went down the wrong way?"

Liz gets up and says, I guess we should call it a night, I hate to end it this way but I think Iwaki needs to go home."

He looks at her and says, "Don't make a fuss, I told you I'm fine."

Katou gets up to and says, "It is getting pretty late and I have to leave also. Iwaki can I trouble you for a ride…I don't have my car?"

Iwaki looks up in his face trying to read his expression because he is wondering why not? This was probably his plan all along; to make sure he has no other chance to be alone with Liz. With him riding with them he couldn't be talked into spending the night with her.

Katou is jealous and apparently he didn't care if Iwaki knew. Katou is looking straight at him with a smile on his face as if he dared Iwaki to refuse. The smile he has does not reach his eyes.

Iwaki didn't want to cause a scene because he doesn't know what this man is capable of after all he did show up unexpectedly.

Connie jumps in with "we can drop you off if you like?"

Katou turns to her and says, "Iwaki doesn't mind…do you?"

Iwaki says, "Of course I'll drop you off, it is on my way after all. You haven't moved have you?"

Katou smiles and turns to Connie and says, "See I told you he doesn't mind but thank you all the same, you're a sweetheart." He picks up her hand and gives it a kiss and lets it drop.

Iwaki is looking daggers at him but he turns his head to help Liz with her wrap. Paula just looks at him with her mouth open. She knows they are involved for sure now. Apparently Iwaki didn't appreciate Katou's flirtatious nature.

Katou walks around the table and help Connie and Paula with their coats. Liz is burning up mad. The nerve of him, pushing himself off on Iwaki like that. She didn't care who he is she is going to make sure Iwaki drops him off first so she can have some alone time with him. He won't be giving in to this pretty boy for long, if she has her way.

Little did she know Katou already has plans for Iwaki and they didn't include her.

As they get to the car Katou opens the door for Liz and then hops in the back seat. He is smiling to himself because he is with Iwaki. Liz is so mad she is sitting with her arms folded and pouting.

Iwaki ask Katou about voice acting and they talk back and forward on the merits of whether or not you could be rich and famous. Liz is half listening and thinking she hates his arrogant attitude. She says nothing however and sits quietly.

Iwaki hits the expressway and she just notices that he is taking her home first.

She sits up and says, "Where are you going? I thought we were taking him home first?"

Katou says, "It's okay, really…I like seeing the city anyway."

He has made sure Liz will not be quilting him into her bed tonight. He didn't believe in break-up sex, especially when it came to Iwaki and Liz. He isn't going anywhere and when they get to her house he will make sure she knows he has won.

Iwaki glances at her and looks away he doesn't know what to say to her, so he just keeps driving. She is in a snit, she has never been this angry at him before.

When did she lose control of Iwaki?

That's it… she has lost control of Iwaki.

She has not been in control since he picked her up.

It started with that sterile kiss he gave her. And the evening had gone down hill from there.

Now he has a voice actor in the car and he's treating him like he's gold.

She is the one that he is supposed to pay attention too. Her needs and her wants. She is in charge of their relationship and it is time she showed him.

He is ditching her for this voice actor and she will make him pay. How dare he humiliate her like this? He is going to pay and pay dearly.

He pulls up to her condo and stops the car. Iwaki gets out and so does Katou. He looks over at Iwaki and winks. He walks over to Liz's door and opens it. He bows in a formal manner and says, "You have arrived home my lady, enjoy your evening."

She looks at him and he is smiling at her in a smug way.

Katou leans against the car lights a cigarette and puts one hand in his pocket as he watches them.

Iwaki walks over and takes her arm and is about to take her to her door when she pulls away and storms off so he is bringing up the rear.

She turns and is about to say something when she notices he is looking back at Katou who winks at him while he purses his lips in a silent kiss.

Then it dawns on her what is going on. Iwaki turns back to her smiling shaking his head not noticing the look of anger on her face.

He leans in to give her a peck on the cheek and she turns and he kisses her on the mouth instead, she puts her arms around his neck and pulls him in closer.

She looks over his shoulder at Katou but he knows what she is doing and is not worried at all. He gives her a big smile and blows out a stream of smoke.

At the same time Iwaki pulls her arms from around his neck and says, "What was that for, don't you think you're over doing it a bit?"

She looks in his face and asks, "Just who is that man to you?"

Iwaki sighs and says, "I don't want to talk about it now, it's complicated. I'll talk to you later, I have to go."

She grabs his arm, "What do you mean it's complicated, you have to go? Why do you have to go? Answer me Iwaki; I want to know now!" He pulls his arm away and walks towards the car and Katou.

She screams his name and he ignores her. Then in a loud voice she tells him to never call her again. He gets in the car and Katou follows him and they take off down the street with her voice echoing in the night.

As they head back to the city Katou is lying back smoking the last of his cigarette.

He lets Iwaki collect his thoughts; he knows it is hard for him, accepting the fact that you can care for another man more than you did a woman.

He had come to terms with it a year ago that is one of the reasons he left town. He had found himself falling for a guy. He was so confused he ran away to put some distance between them. He didn't want anyone to know about his feelings especially his family.

He had taken the coward's way out and left. He looks over at Iwaki and thinks that he is a very strong person. He doesn't know why he is so obsessed with Iwaki but he is.

All he has to do is think about the sound of his voice when he is in the throes of passion and it makes him want him again and again. There is something about him that puts him in a trance.

The touch of his hands, the feel of his skin when he slides up next to him and the taste of his kisses were so sweet that he couldn't dare let this viper have him.

No Liz you can't have him because you could never make him as happy as can. I promise you he will never be hurt as long as he is with me. I'm sorry Liz but I can't let you have him. He belongs to me now. He looks over at Iwaki and smiles.

Iwaki glances at Katou and says, "Why are you looking so smug about all of a sudden? Are you happy that you got what you wanted? You know what they say be careful of what you wish for you just may get it and more."

Katou sits up, "Are you sorry now Iwaki? Because I'm so happy I feel like shouting. I just thought you had a lot on your mind and I didn't want to disturb you. It's not every day you come to terms about who you are and what it is you really want."

He is remembering when Liz shouted at Iwaki telling him to never call her again. He doesn't care what she says as long as she leaves Iwaki to him. He laughs as he thinks about her and Iwaki glances at him and shakes his head.

They pull up in front of Iwaki's loft and Katou suggest they take a walk because it is such a nice night. They walk over to the park with the shallow pond. They stop at the popcorn vendor and buy a bag.

They find a bench and Katou jumps up on the seat and sits on the back and Iwaki sits on the seat.

They start tossing popcorn to the ducks that are still in the pond swimming. As late as it is there are still a few people milling about. Some holding hands some making out on the few remaining benches.

Iwaki looks around and says, "I usually come here when I have a stressful day so I can relax. I like the surroundings and the atmosphere. No one ever bothers you here." As soon as he says this two young ladies walk by. They could hear one of them say, "Did you see him…he's so cute." The other one says, "They both are, didn't you see?" They look back over their shoulders at the two handsome men.

Katou turns and gives them a wink and a smile. They hurry off giggling all the way.

Iwaki looks up at him and says, "You love to flirt don't you? I was watching you tonight; you were flirting with Connie too. Is that a habit of yours?" Katou looks down at him and says, "Does it bother you? Were you jealous because you were pretty charming yourself? That chick was all over you. Between Liz and me we were trying to save you."

Iwaki turns his head away from Katou and says, "No I'm not jealous and it didn't bother…that is I really wasn't bothered…oh hell I didn't like it okay. Damn! Don't make me admit it." He gets up off the bench and says, "Let's go home, I'm tired." Katou smiles and says, "Lead the way my love I'll follow you anywhere."

They walk back to the loft and go inside. Iwaki looks at Katou and offers him a drink. Katou walks over to him and puts his arms around him and says, "Iwaki you're all I need right now." He kisses him on the lips and explores his tongue with his own. He can taste the Hennessey on his tongue. He pulls his shirt from his pants and kisses him with each button that comes undone. He spreads his shirt open and licks the nipple that is peeking out.

Iwaki backs into the bar and holds on to the sides. His head is thrown back and his eyes are closed. Katou is unbuckling his belt and lets his pants fall to the floor. Iwaki looks down and puts his hand on the side of his face and says, "Wait Katou, not here okay? Let's go in the bedroom. I want to hold you in my arms while we make love." He pulls up his pants and heads for his bedroom.

He looks over his shoulder at Katou and says, "Are you coming or not. Don't tell me you're upset because I want to go in the bedroom?"

Katou puts his hand on his neck and mumbles, "No, it's not that. It's just when I changed clothes I left a mess in your room…besides something else. I just hope you're not upset with me."

Iwaki looks at him puzzled; he has no idea what he is talking about. Why would he get upset over his clothes being thrown about his room? He looks at him and Katou is looks away.

He turns and goes into his bedroom. There are a few clothes on the chair but it's no big deal. The bed is clear so what is the problem. As he turns to go out he stops and thinks to himself, "Wait a minute why would his clothes be in my room."

He doesn't remember him bringing any clothes with him. He walks over to his closet that is partially open because he spots a dark blue suitcase on the floor.

He pulls the door back and sees strange clothes in his closet. It dawns on him then that Katou has moved in with him.

He turns to the door and calls him into the room.

Katou strolls into the room with a drink in his hand. Iwaki walks over and takes the drink out of his hand and sips it, he hands it back. "So am I to believe we are roommates now?"

Katou looks in his face to gage his feelings about the move. He didn't want to lose him before he had a chance to show him how much he loved him. "I guess you could say that but let me explain first."

He walks over and picks his clothes up. "I thought that we could get to know each other better this way and when you come home at night you'll have someone to talk too and hold, like tonight when you said you wanted to hold me. What if I wasn't here…wouldn't you be kind of lonely."

Katou puts his head down and just lifts his eyes.

He is looking at Iwaki with the most adorable face ever.

Iwaki takes the glass out of his hand and walks over to the bed. He sits down and looks at Katou and says, "Come over here Katou."

Katou looks at him in surprise he wasn't expecting this quiet Iwaki, this is something new. He hopes Iwaki isn't to upset. He walks over to the bed and looks down at him.

He looks up at Katou and says, "The next time you want to alter my life…talk to me first, that's all I ask okay?" He pulls Katou hand to his lips and kisses it.

Katou looks down at him and puts his hand on his shoulder and says, "You're not angry with me?" Iwaki laughs and says, "I could forgive you anything Katou. I just need to know up front when you do things like this that's all.

"Now get undress so I can have a good look at my new roommate."

Katou looks at him and begins to strip watching Iwaki the whole time with a seductive smile on his face.

He pushes Iwaki back on the bed and says, "I'm going to make you feel really good Iwaki. So be prepared to be up all night. I'm going to make this last forever.

Traci arrives home and is calling out for Noah. She goes into her bedroom and undresses. She is in the shower with the warm water spraying over her body. She is thinking of the man in the hospital room wondering what he did to warrant such an extreme measure.

The guy was in the hospital for a bypass but it seems someone didn't want him to pull through. He didn't seem like he had that long anyway but you never knew. When Paula had shot him up with the morphine he looked as though he had a smile on his face.

Getting in and out was fairly easy since Paula had on a doctor's lab coat and she had on scrubs. They had turned off the monitor so as not to alert the nurses at their desk. It was like he went to sleep and never woke up.

Well that job was over and now she could spend some time with Noah. She likes working within driving distance from home. With the trip and all it only took four hours. You really couldn't depend on commercial transportation when you're in a bind. With the jobs they were doing they could only depend on each other.

She comes from the shower and wraps the towel around her head. She goes to her closet and pulls out some clothes and puts them on the foot of the bed. Looking in the mirror she turns and looks down at her hip to see if bumping into the rail left a mark. She is looking down so intently that when she looks up she sees Noah in the mirror. "How long have you been standing there? Were you watching me?"

He walks in and pulls her in his arms, he tells her, "I always watch you, didn't you know that?" He kisses her on the lips and slides his hands down the outline of her body. She puts her arms up and pulls his head down. He pulls the towel off her hair and lets it fall to the floor. He sweeps her up in his arms and carries her over to the bed. He places her on the bed gently and eases down on top of her.

He is kissing her all over her body; hot passionate kisses that make her feel as though her body is on fire and only he can douse the flames. She pulls at his shirt until it comes undone. She slides her tongue around his nipple and bites down lightly. He moans low in his throat and rolls over on his back with her on top of him. She leans down and kisses him then pulls up rolling off the bed. "Not now Noah…lets save this for later."

He is lying there in shock he can't believe she got up like that. He is thinking, "I must be losing my touch." She has never done this before; maybe she is tired after her trip with Paula. He watches as she goes into the bathroom to blow dry her hair and then gets up off the bed. He knew that Traci could be a handful so he is not going to make an issue of it.

He goes to the closet and pulls out a clean shirt. He lays it across the chair and walks into the living room.

He looks out over the street and let the breeze cool off his body. All he is thinking is how smooth her skin feels to his touch and how sweet her lips taste. He has to get out of here or he will lose his mind with wanting her.

He turns from the window and grabs his shirt and heads for the door. "Where are you going?" she asks. He turns from the door and says, "I have to get out of here; I'll wait for you downstairs." With that he heads out the door. She is standing there puzzled wondering what got into him.

She doesn't realize the effect she has on him. She is the kind of person that controls her emotions so she feels like everyone can do it. She shakes her head and goes back in her room to get dressed.

He is leaning against the car when she comes down, it is all he can do to not make her march back upstairs and have his way with her.

She smiles as she gets closer, "Where are we going, and don't say it's a surprise?"

He tells her he has made reservations for dinner and later going to a jazz club. She likes the sound of that jazz is her favorite music. It's nice being with someone that knows what you like and caters to it.

They get in the car and head for the restaurant.

Traci leans back and thinks she could get use to him being in town everyday if it could be like this all the time. However she knew that them not seeing each other to often is what keeps their relationship so vibrant.

She knows that if he is there too often he may catch on to what she does for a living. If that happens he might be crushed and she couldn't do that to him. She will hate to lose him over that. So for now she has to keep up her guard and not let him find out. This is the man she loves with all her heart and losing him will probably make her fall apart.

They arrive at the Jazz Club after dinner and find seats in a secluded corner. They order drinks and sit back and listen to the band. The music is slow and mellow they are playing some old favorites. Their version of 'Bumping on Sunset' is to die for; it sounds almost as good as Wes Montgomery's original.

He reaches over and takes her hand in his and brings it to his lips, kissing it. He looks in her eyes and says, "I love you Traci." He kisses it again.

She looks back at him and says the same thing. He is so romantic, that she wonders how she got so lucky. They are so wrapped up in each other they didn't see Paula and Connie come in.

Paula walks over to the table and puts her hand on Traci's shoulder. "Hello you two, anybody home?"

Traci and Noah break apart and look up at her and smile. Traci says, "What are you doing here? How was the play?" She tells them it was nice and that had gone to dinner with Iwaki and his date.

"I have to tell you about it later, you're not going to believe what happen, it was a scream. So I'll see you tomorrow okay? Have fun you two."

She leaves and goes to the table that Connie has found for them. She takes a seat and looks around at the men in the place. Some are cute and some look like one night stands.

Those are the ones she is looking for right now; she is not looking for a hanger on. She glances at the bar and catches the eye of a very handsome man.

He smiles at her and she smiles back. He gets up and walks over to their table. He says, "May I buy you ladies a drink?" Paula says, "That would be nice."

He raises his hand for the waiter and introduces himself. "My name is Ryan and you are?" Paula smiles and says, "I'm Paula and this is Connie. It's nice to meet you Ryan. Would you like to have a seat?"

He looks at her and says, "I would be delighted…by the way I'm one of the owners so if you have any complaints please feel free to let me know. I want your visit to be as enjoyable as possible."

The waiter comes over and Ryan tells him the drinks are on the house. Connie is about to go into full flirt mode when Ryan leans over to Paula and asks her if she is a jazz fan. Connie could see he is interested in Paula so she backs down.

She looks around and doesn't see anyone interesting so she just sips her drink bored out of her mind. She looks out into the crowd and sees a man who seems interesting but it looks like he is with someone.

However he looks as though he is not enjoying himself. She watches as his date goes to the ladies room. He is looking down at the bar. He looks lonely to her and she couldn't understand why, he should be smiling because he has someone.

She wants to know him… what he feels, what he thinks and most of all how his hands feels. Just then she had to catch herself. Wait a minute she thinks, "What are these feelings I'm having for a stranger."

She looks at Paula and excuses herself.

She walks over to the bar and says, "Can I buy you a drink? You look like you need to be cheered up?" She is smiling as she says this.

He turns to her and she is looking into the bluest eyes she has ever seen.

He smiles at her and says, "I have one but thank you anyway. Do I really look that depressed?"

She calls the waiter over and orders a drink. She turns back to him and says, "I wouldn't say depressed just a little…how should put this…sad somehow."

He laughs and says, "You seem like an interesting woman… my name is Kyle Williams and your name is?"

Iwaki opens his eyes slowly and looks up into Katou's smiling face.

He leans down and kisses him and says, "Good morning Iwaki…did you sleep well?"

Iwaki pulls him down on top of him and kisses him back saying, "What do you think? I haven't slept this well in ages."

Katou is looking down at Iwaki with his arms around his neck and tells him he loves him. Iwaki smiles and gives him a tight hug. He doesn't know if he is ready to say the words yet.

However he does know that Katou is a big part of his life now and he is happy with the way things are. He strokes Katou's back and then pops him on the butt and tells him to let him up so he can make some coffee.

Katou rolls off the bed and tells him that it is already done. He gets up and pours him a cup and adds sugar. He hands it to him and waits for him to taste it.

Iwaki blows on it and takes a sip. "It's good Katou and I see you brought the pot in here too."

He sits up in bed and pushes the pillows onto the headboard. "It's going to be different having you here all the time and waking up with you is nice."

Katou bends down and gives Iwaki a kiss and says thank you. He pours another cup takes a sip and sets it down on the night stand.

He looks over at Iwaki and asks if he has any plans for the day and Iwaki tells him no.

He goes in to take a shower and leaves Iwaki to make plans or spend the day at home. Iwaki just lies back on the bed and enjoys his coffee. He could get use to something like this he just didn't know how long it would last.

Katou comes back into the room and begins pulling clothes out of the closet.

Iwaki watches without saying a word wondering what he is up to now. When it came to Katou you never knew what he would do.

Katou gets dressed and tells him he'll be back in a minute. He grabs Iwaki's keys and heads out.

Iwaki gets out of bed and heads for the shower wondering where Katou has gone. As the water is running down over his body he thinks back on the events of last night with Liz and finding out that Katou had moved in with him. This is one weekend he will never forget.

He drops a girlfriend and picks up a boyfriend and the boyfriend is more loving and more considerate than the girlfriend.

Plus the sex is way hotter to boot!!

He doesn't have any plans to change his circumstances because right now he has everything he wants. He finishes up and goes to his room and pulls on some jogging pants. He hears the front door open and thinks that didn't take long.

He goes into the living room and doesn't see Katou and he heads for the kitchen. He is setting the table for breakfast so Iwaki walks over and starts to empty the bags.

"So you went out for breakfast. I see you went to the news stand also. This just might work out after all. Thanks for being so thoughtful, I really didn't feel like cooking."

Katou laughs and tells him, "Well I don't know how to cook that well and I didn't want our first argument to be over my cooking."

Iwaki laughs with him and tells him not to worry about it because he loves to cook and if he wants he could teach him.

Katou thinks this is a great idea and agrees to learn. He thinks it just might bring them closer together.

They sit down and enjoy breakfast while talking about the night before and laugh like old friends. They are surprised at how much they have in common and how this feels so right. They finish up in the kitchen and go in the living room to read the Sunday paper and watch a football game.

Iwaki is stretched out on the couch and Katou is sitting on the floor next to him. They are rooting for opposing teams and really enjoying themselves when the doorbell rings.

Katou gets up, walks to the door and looks through the peephole. He turns and tells Iwaki its Liz.

He gets up and tells him to open the door.

Katou opens the door and Liz looks up and freezes. She can't believe her eyes. She walks past him and heads for Iwaki.

He walks towards her and says, "Is there something you forgot to say last night?"

She storms over to him and pulls her hand back to slap him but he catches her by the wrist. "Are you out of your mind? What makes you think you can come in here and take a swing at me. Who do you think you are?"

He releases her wrist with a slight push. She pulls her hand to her chest and rubs it.

"What is he doing here?" She turns and looks at Katou who is looking at her with eyes narrowed but he is quiet, he plans on letting Iwaki handle this.

Liz turns and looks at Iwaki and says, "I need to talk to you along Iwaki, you owe me that much."

Iwaki looks at Katou and says, "Will you excuse us please?"

Katou makes a small bow and heads for the kitchen and grabs his jacket. He is about to leave out when Iwaki stops him.

"Where are you going? I didn't mean for you to leave the loft."

Katou stops in his tracks and looks at Iwaki the hurt in his eyes replaced with assurance that Iwaki is not going to allow Liz to come between them.

Liz looks at him too. "What do you mean he doesn't have to leave? Is he more important to you than I am?"

As Iwaki smile at the changing emotions on Katou's face he says, "Give us a minute… okay?"

They stand there looking at each other for a moment then Katou turns and goes into his bedroom.

Liz watches with her mouth open, she can't believe her eyes. He went into Iwaki's bedroom?

She turns back to Iwaki with anger in her eyes and he is looking at her with a slight smile on his face.

"Do you understand now, he lives here…you and I are over. I'm sorry you had to find out this way. I can't deal with this right now so I think it would be best if you just left."

She looks at him with a sneer on her face and says, "So now you're gay…or should I say bi-sexual? Which one is it Iwaki?"

He looks at her and walks over to turns off the game. "I don't like labels, so let's just say I found someone else and he's who I want to be with. If you have any shreds of dignity left you will leave now."

Katou comes to the doorway and leans on the frame looking at her with his arms folded. She looks over at him and says, "You bastard, I hate you both. You'll never be happy together I'll make sure of that!"

With that she turns and runs out the door. Iwaki walks over, closes it and leans back.

Katou walks over and puts his arms around him and says, "she's just upset don't let it bother you. You knew she was coming back didn't you?"

Iwaki looks at him and says, "Did I just tell her we're lovers?" Katou looks at him with a sad smile and says, "I'm afraid you did, is that going to be a problem for you?"

Iwaki smiles, kisses him and says, "I live my own life, if she wants to make trouble then let her. It will be the ranting of a jilted woman. I feel sorry for her, now she has to start over finding another suitable husband. If she talks about me, people will wonder why she couldn't tell I wasn't into her. But the biggest insult will be to her and we both know what that is."

He walks over to the bar and pours drinks for the both of them and gives one to Katou, he smiles and says, "May we be happy while we're together" Iwaki clinks his glass with Katou's and they drink their vodka.

Katou asks what the insult to her is because he's baffled.

Iwaki gets closer to him and puts his arm around his waist, he nibbles the side of his neck and then runs his tongue over the same spot, he looks in Katou's eyes and says, "Losing you man to another one. You should know that. Someone like Liz who is so full of pride will never admit she was dumped for a man…and a pretty cute one too."

He pulls Katou closer and kisses him sliding his hands under his shirt. He doesn't know what has come over him but it was as though he couldn't keep his hands off this man.

They move to the sofa and Katou pushes Iwaki into a sitting position. He kneels in front of him and pulls his joggers down past his hips. He looks down and sees that Iwaki isn't wearing underwear. "You surprise me, that's what I love about you."

Iwaki just turns his head as he blushes; he wears joggers every Sunday because they are comfortable but now he sees that they are also convenient.

That night Katou asks Iwaki if he wants to go out for the evening. Iwaki tells him he could use a night without having to think about the fallout from Liz and her ravings. He says he knows of a jazz club that has a nice band on Sunday nights and would he like to hear them play.

Katou agrees to go because he doesn't know much about the night life here.

They have dinner with Iwaki cooking and Katou cleaning up after them.

Iwaki goes in to take a shower while Katou goes into the bedroom to pull out some clothes.

Katou goes into the bathroom as Iwaki is getting out of the tub. He wraps the towel around Iwaki and kisses him on the back of the neck. He goes over to the shower and turns the water back on; he drops his towel and steps in. Iwaki asks, "Do you need me to wash your back?" Katou could hear the amusement in his voice and answers, "I think I can handle it from here but I will take a rain check." Iwaki laughs and says, "You got it, maybe…later tonight?"

He goes into his bedroom to get dressed. He is looking in the mirror brushing his hair back when Katou walks in. He stops in mid brush catching a glimpse of him naked. He couldn't help himself when it came to Katou because he turns him on more than Liz or any other woman ever has. He watches as Katou gets dressed and admires the broadness of his shoulders and the narrowness of his waist and hips.

Katou turns and looks at Iwaki watching him and says, "See anything you like…I could take this back off?" Iwaki just smiles and says, "I'll let you know later, right now we do have other plans." They both finish dressing and head for the door.

They pull up to the Jazz Club and go in and see there is a nice crowd. They go to the bar and order drinks.

Iwaki turns and looks into the crowd when Ryan walks up.

"Hey long time no see. Glad to have you back."

Iwaki gets up and shakes his hand and smiles at him. "I've been pretty busy lately. I want you to meet a friend of mind." With that he introduces Katou.

They shake hands and Ryan tells them about the up coming party for Kyle and invites the both of them. They both say they will be there and it sounds like fun.

Ryan calls the bartender over and tells her to give them a drink on him.

He takes his leave and Katou says, "He seems like a cool person, is he a close friend of yours. Do I need to worry?" Iwaki turns and tells him that Ryan is one of the owners, that there are three of them and no he doesn't need to be jealous.

He looks at Katou and says in a low voice. "I'm not interested in men, how could I be with anyone but you?" Katou puts his head down and says, "I'm sorry, I shouldn't have said that. Will you forgive me?"

Iwaki looks at him, smiles and says, "It's alright I don't mind but I want you to know that you are the only man I want to be with. So please remember that. I know Ryan because I come to this club a lot but not to much lately."

Katou is feeling guilty because of what he said and he hopes that Iwaki is not upset with him. He picks up his drink and takes a sip. He is very quiet as if he has a lot on his mind.

Iwaki looks at him and says," you know we don't have to come to the party if you don't want to. I want you to enjoy yourself when you're with me and feel confident that you're all I want."

Katou looks at him with joy in his eyes and says, "Iwaki I want to come to the party, I want to know the people that you know. Maybe I can get to have a better insight into who you are."

Iwaki smiles at him and says, "like that will make a difference." Katou says, "What is that suppose to mean?"

Iwaki shakes his head and says, "Oh, ah, nothing, I was just thinking out loud." He takes a sip of his drink and smiles at Katou. Katou turns back to Iwaki and whispers, "This is what I love about you, you're so adorable…you always surprise me. However I'm too selfish to just come on a stranger's account I want to see the kind of people you consider friends."

Iwaki laughs and says, "You're impossible, where did you come up with something like that. I know a lot of different people so good luck in finding out what makes me tick." He turns around in his seat and faces the crowd; he spots several people he knows and smiles in greeting.

Katou is watching him in the mirror; he hopes he doesn't leave him along at the bar. Just as he is thinking this Iwaki tells him he will be right back. He wants to say hello to one of his co-workers. Katou turns around in his seat and watches as Iwaki makes his way to a table with a couple sitting together.

A guy comes up on his right and asks if he was enjoying himself. He tells Katou his name is Marc.

Katou looks at him and says, "Yes I am and my name is Katou nice to meet you. Are you the official greeter here?"

Marc chuckles and says, "Something like that. Can I buy you a drink?" Katou raise his glass and says, "As you can see I have one but thanks just the same."

Katou is wondering if the guy is hitting on him. He couldn't remember if he was sitting there when he and Iwaki first came in or not. At any rate he didn't want to start anything with him and cause undo embarrassment since he really didn't know.

Just then the guy gets up and says, "See you around; it was a pleasure to meet you." He leaves Katou to wonder what that was all about.

Little does he know that Iwaki has been watching from the corner of his eye and saw the whole exchange and is wondering what is going on too.

Katou looks around in the crowd and sees two women staring at him. He gives them a smile and one winks at him. He chuckles under his breath and turns back to the bar. He tells the bartender to send the ladies whatever they were drinking on him. He thinks to himself that maybe he should just keep his head down.

Iwaki walks up, "I see you've been keeping busy while I was away." He picks up Katou's drink and takes a sip. He turns his back to the bar looking for the man that Katou was speaking to when the band starts to play.

Katou leans in and says, "I get lonely when you leave me even for a moment. So sending those ladies a drink was nothing."

Iwaki almost chokes on his drink. "You sent what to whom? Don't tell me I'm gone for five minutes and you're flirting with the first skirt you see? You're hopeless man I can't leave you alone for a second."

He starts to laugh low under his breath because he knows things like this are bound to happen. Katou is a very attractive man so it can't be helped.

Katou tells him he thinks a man hit on him but he's not sure. Iwaki looks at him and shakes his head, he says, "I've been coming here for over a year and not one man has ever hit on me. In my entire life you are the only one who ever has."

Katou smiles at him and says," Don't blame me if I seem approachable and you don't; besides I hope a man never hits on you…a woman either for that matter. I want you all to myself with no complications, but I know that's a fool's dream. You're so cute that people are bound to hit on you. That is something I am prepared for but you hitting on other people I'll never be prepared for so remember that please."

He turns towards the band to enjoy the music and order two more drinks for him and Iwaki.

Paula walks up to them and says hello.

Iwaki turns and stands and gives her a hug. She smiles up at him and says, "What are you doing here? And I see Katou is with you too."

"How are you handsome? Connie is going to be disappointed for not being here."

Katou look at her chuckles and says, "Somehow I don't think that Connie is interested in me of all people…she seem to make a habit of flirting, you should know that. After all, the two of you are friends, right."

Paula laughs and says, "I see you've got her number alright, besides I'm just kidding. I don't think she takes anyone to seriously enough to have a relationship with them."

Iwaki says, "You shouldn't say that, you never know when you will meet someone that will take your breath away and I'm sure the same holds for Connie."

Katou looks over at Iwaki and gives him a smile and says, "You're right about that…I know I did."

Paula looks at the two of them and says, "Don't tell me, you're talking about yourselves right?"

Iwaki blushes and says, "Are we that obvious?" Katou puts his hand on Iwaki's shoulder and says, "Don't worry about it she's a very perceptive woman. I don't care who knows…do you?"

Iwaki looks in his eyes and says, "Not in the least. I know what I want and who I want to be with and it's you." Katou gives him a big smile and turns to Paula, "Well now you know that we're a couple. Is this a problem for you?"

Paula looks at both of them and says, "The only problem I have is if you do not make each other happy. You two make a wonderful looking couple and anyone can see how much you care for each other. I'm glad you found someone worthy of you Iwaki. You are truly a lucky man."

She gives Iwaki a big hug and holds on to Katou's hand and squeezes it. She stands back and says, "Well I have to go find Ryan before I ruin my make-up." She is smiling as she wipes her eye with one finger.

Iwaki puts his hand on the side of her face and says, "I always knew you were a softie." He looks at Katou smiling and Katou looks at Paula and says, "Did you say you have to find Ryan?" Are you talking about the owner?"

She looks at him and says yes and does he know him. He tells her that Ryan has invited them to a birthday party on the weekend.

She says, "I met him last night and we hit it off. He seems like a decent kind of fellow so I thought I'd give it a try. It never hurts to try someone new right?" With that said she looks directly at Katou and smiles. He smiles back and says, "Well I have to agree with you there, I'm all for meeting new people if need be but I must say I'm through looking now."

Iwaki is standing there looking embarrassed. Paula puts her hands around his left arm and her head on his shoulder. "Don't look like that; I'm glad you found someone you could be happy with. You know love knows no gender so be happy. I'm happy for you and Katou is a darling."

He pats her hand and says, "Thank you Paula, Liz had a fit when I told her, she even threaten us. She came to my home and tried to take a swing at me."

Paula looks in his face and says, "You want I should take care of her?" They both laugh at her gangster imitation. He stops long enough to say, "I really don't think she will do anything, I think she was just upset. Not that I don't blame her. It was kind of hard for her to handle after all. The only damage she could do to me is telling my firm, but I don't think she'll go that far."

Paula pulls him to the side and says, "If they let you go, you could come work for me, I will love to have you on my team Iwaki. He looks at her and says, "Paula I really don't know what you do for a living besides run the foundation and move money around. However work for you… I would have to know more about what it is you do. I do know you have a sizeable income but work for you, we'll see about that when the time comes. I can't make any promises but thank you I will consider it if they let me go."

Katou is watching both of them thinking, "They really are friends I just hope he doesn't lose his job because of me." Paula tells them good-bye and goes off to find Ryan. She hopes that if they do let him go he would work for her. He could still practice law and handle their account exclusively.

She looks back and waves at them. Iwaki waves and turns back to Katou. He is looking at Iwaki with a half smile, "You too really get along well don't you?" Iwaki replies, "Yeah, she's a great person, I like her a lot and I respect her business sense. She has a partner named Traci and she's great too. You'll probably meet her at the party this weekend.

"Tell me are you enjoying yourself?" Katou sips his drink and says, "Yes I am, I didn't know it would be this enjoyable being on a date with you. Did I just say 'date'?"

Iwaki looks at him and chuckles, "Yes you did and I really hadn't thought about it but I guess you can say we're on a date. This is our first date as a couple and it's going well so far wouldn't you say?"

Katou laughs and says, "I'd rather be home but this is alright for now." Iwaki shakes his head and says, "Is that always on your mind?" Katou turns back and says, "When it comes to me holding you, it is. Sorry I can't help myself, holding you, kissing you and hearing your voice when you call out my name…yes it is always on my mind. I love you and want you that much. You're a man you should understand; you just make me want you all the time."

Iwaki whispers in his ear to which Katou smiles and they both head out like two children on their way to get mischievous with each other.

Marc watches as the two of them leave hoping he would see the blonde beauty again and soon. He looks over at Ryan and remembers that he was talking to them earlier so he must know them.

He smiles to himself and heads to Ryan's table.

Now what could this man be up to? Will he try to come between our two lovers?

Only time will tell. In chapter 2 we will all find out.

Please RxR I need to know how I can improve in my writing and reviews will help. Thank you in advance.