Title: Second Son 5/?
Author: Kim Riley a.k.a. MYSTIC
Disclaimer: The characters belong to James D. Parriot. Again since they are
no longer using them I've decided to take our boys out of the 'closet' and
let them play and be happy. Enjoy.
Summary: Vachon, whether or not he wants too gets in between Nick and his
Father LaCroix and finds he is jealous.of Nick, wanting what the other
vampire does not.a loving, doting Father who would truly want him.even if
it's only by placing himself in the role of substitute.
Note: It has been a long time since I've watched a Forever Knight episode,
but since this is an AU.it shouldn't matter too much. Also.I don't speak,
read, or write French or Spanish.so if any appears here it'll be minimum
and don't flame me if I get it wrong, please.
Rating: R (M/M heavily implied and language)
Pairing: Vachon/LaCroix, Vachon/Nick, Vachon/Nick/LaCroix
Archive: at the Chakotay Forever Archive.
If you wish to post it, please just let me know where. Feedback: Please! Mysticmcknight@hotmail.com
"Second Son"
When Nick arrived, hoping to visit with his lover before he had to work, he was surprised to see him in a back booth, on the phone. He was also slightly taken by the look, Vachon was sporting; not his usual grunge look. Vachon looked very sexy in the white silk shirt, though Nick would have liked to see his hair lose about his shoulders, but tied back didn't look bad either. He sat down next to his love after planting a kiss on his cheek and listened to the conversation.
"Yes, that's right. How soon? No, either tonight or tomorrow night.yes I know, but that's what has to happen or I'll be forced to find someone else and I'd rather not.you were rather highly recommended," Vachon stated, his charm in full gear. "Tomorrow, yes, that time works perfectly. I'll meet you here, alright.good bye," Vachon finished and hung up the phone, puffing out a breath of frustration and relaxation. He looked up at his lover, "what's up, novio (sweetheart)," Vachan grinned.
"I should be asking you that," Nick grinned back, pleased by the endearment, for this was the first one that Javier had ever used toward him.in public. "You look great, and what's with the." he pointed to the phone and all the paperwork in front of his lover.
Vachon grinned and looked away, and then back at his lover, "Well, I'm not sure how you're going to take this, so I'll just be out with it," Vachon said boldly. He noticed Nick brace himself slightly and continued, "Your Father approves of me," he stated, leaving the rest for the second round.
Nick blinked, for he kind of thought that might be the case for some time now, "I kind of gathered," he smiled, but saw there was more and waited.
"Well, he.he's 'officially' approved of me," Vachon added, trying to figure out how Nick would take this. He was sure that on some level, Nick had sought him out because his Father would 'not' approve and he hoped dearly that this would not change things between them.
"What do you mean, officially approved of you," Nick asked, unsure if he liked what he was hearing.
"Well," Vachon decided to tread carefully here. "He instructed the bartender's that I was 'family'," he said, again watching his lover's reactions.
"He did," Nick asked, more shocked than anything else.
"Yes. He also took one of my suggestions about the club serious.thus this," he said, gesturing to the mess in front of him. Seeing Nick didn't get it, he continued, "He's put me in charge of making it happen.in two weeks," Vachon shook his head in amazement.
"What in two weeks?"
"To make the changes on the stage to support a live band.only once or twice a week," Vachon smiled, feeling good about it, even if it would drive him crazy to accomplish this; he hadn't taken on such a feat in quiet a while.but he could do this. He also believed it was a test and he was damn well not going to fail, at least not without a fight.
"Two weeks," Nick declared, as if he had heard the ridiculous. "Do you have any idea how hard that's going to be? To supervise the renovations, find a band, and whatever else might be needed?"
"Actually, I do sort of have a clue," Vachon replied, hoping Nick would have been pleased, yet he seemed rather upset. "It'll mean I'll have to have help.I'm not stupid to think I can do it all by myself."
"I didn't mean that you were, I.It's just that's a lot of work in such a short time," Nick replied, showing he was concerned for his lover.
Javier gave him a smile, letting him know he forgave his protective lover; it felt good to sense that protectiveness. "Thank you and you're right. I think it's some kind of test.but I have a plan."
Nick sighed, "I wish I could help, but that's why I'm here. My idiot boss is making me work overtime on a few cases. I wanted to let you know, plus make sure you were alright. I really didn't want to leave you."
"I know, and I'm fine," Vachon replied, taking Nick's hand into his and kissed his wrist. "Sound's to me it's going to work out, since I'll be busy most of this week also and possibly next too.so.no worries. I'll probably stay here, because not all the work can be done at night. Thankfully the bar area is well shielded from the sun during the day."
"I'm going to miss you," Nick whispered, sliding over to be next to his lover and placed a soft tender kiss on his lips.
"Well," Vachon whispered back, his lips caressing his love's face. "You could always join me here." he suggested.
"I would, but you said it yourself, you're going to be busy and I know I'll wear you out," he laughed lovingly. "I will, however, stop in as much as I can," he added, not wanting Vachon to think he didn't want to be with him.
Javier gave a soft sigh. "Alright, but I'm going to miss you like crazy. I suggest you find some time off from that job of yours soon and we can go away for a little while, what do you think?"
"I think that's an excellent idea," Nick glowed as he sat back. "I have to go, but I'm going to peruse my schedule and start making those plans now.that work for you? I'll call to see if the dates also work," he added.
"That sound's perfect," Vachon purred, feeling on top of the world.
"I better get going or I'll be late, and with the way things have been going at work." he shook his head.
"Is Tracy and Natalie still giving you a hard time," Vachon asked, concerned for his love.
"Tracy.she's just a pest, but mainly because she's still trying to prove to everybody she can do the job and got it on her own merits. I can understand that. Natalie." he actually growled a little. "She knows I'm seeing someone else, but not who, that much I know, for she keeps trying to get me to tell her. She came by earlier and I had to let her know point blank, that I never promised her anything other than friendship and my protection and that she should leave my love life alone and get one of her own."
"Ooh, I bet that didn't go down well," Vachon grinned, though he gave his love a slight hug.
"No, it didn't. She fumed and tossed in my face how she was working on a cure for me.how she loved me.and thought we had something special. Before I could say anything she stormed out."
"I really am sorry, Amor (my love)," Vachon whispered sincerely. "If there is anything I can do."
Nick hugged his lover tightly, "Just keep loving me, " Nick whispered sincerely and then gave a quick kiss on his lips and left.otherwise he would be staying this night too, and he couldn't.and keep his job. A job that was beginning to get on his nerves. "I will miss you, mon chéri," he said in parting and hurried out the door.
**************
Vachon had been right, the two weeks had been hectic and he hardly saw his lover or LaCroix, who only hovered in the background, keeping an eye on him, though never outwardly available.meaning Vachon sensed him around, but didn't see him.
Vachon had engaged the help of his friend Scree to organize a band hunt, since he had many 'friends' that liked to crawl the circuit, and Ursula, who really wasn't anywhere near as bubble headed as people perceived her to be, keep records and charm those men that wanted to dicker for more money at the last moment.
The real down part for Vachon was that he hardly saw his Nick, who called or stopped in for five minutes here and there, as his boss kept him on a short leash or Natalie was hounding him during the day. Javier was tempted to give the little girl a 'talking to' she soon wouldn't forget, but knew to do that would be tempting Nick's temper. So, he ha to let Nick deal with it as he saw fit, though indirectly it helped, since Vachon had his hands full arranging for the transformation as well as band auditions. He told Scree he only wanted to audition five.really good bands and knew from the test of time that Scree wouldn't let him down.he never had. He also knew that Scree knew more of what was happening with the current trends then others would give the reclusive vampire credit; Vachon counted on that too.
Today was the audition and it was going to be hard to stay awake, since he wasn't as old as Nick, he still needed a lot more rest. Ursula was upstairs out cold, not able to force herself to be awake any longer. Scree had declined coming to the Club since he knew LaCroix had ban his kind and didn't want to temp fate.Vachon's acceptance or not; so Javier was left to his own accord. He sat in the back of the place and let a few of the 'trustees' direct those who would try out for the first shot at playing the Raven this coming Thursday night.two nights away. He sat through band after band feeling that perhaps Scree didn't know as much as he had hoped until the last band performed; a local band calling themselves Bad Breath. The name sucked, but their music was right on and just what he was looking for. He made the arrangements told them when they could come to practice, letting them know the 'strict rules' which were accepted for a chance at a live gig.with decent pay and kicked everyone out.he was exhausted.
After the door was fully closed, he locked it and leaded his head on his arm, not quiet feeling the victory, since it still could all flop Thursday if his hunch at what the clientele would like, but at least he was down to the final haul. The echo of clapping caught his ears and he turned to see LaCroix coming out of the shadows actually applauding.
" Bien cuit (Well done)," LaCroix stated, only his eyes showing his pleasure as he stopped clapping and entered the room and took a seat on the stool that was center of the bar. "That was a monumental task and you did it, with style I might add, with two days to spare. I'm impressed."
Vachon knew he should be happy to hear such praise, but at the moment he wasn't. "So.it was a test after all," he stated, trying to keep his voice even.
"No really, though I did want to see just how serious you were about this idea.and how serious a person you could be." LaCroix mused, tilting his head to take in the young vampire before him. "As I said, I'm impressed, and if you know 'anything' that's not easily done."
"Since I 'do' know you, I don't see how arranging this." he gestures at the side stage with new sound system, "and a band impresses you," he replied, not buying into the praise, yet still wondering what was going on as he moved back into the room and around the bar and began to get a 'drink' for both of them. He might not be happy with LaCroix but he was not stupid or saw a reason to be rude.
"It was not 'this'," LaCrois gestured like Vachon had done, "That impressed me," LaCroix replied. "Merci (Thank you)," LaCroix stated automatically after being given the glass of bloodwine. "It was how you handled yourself. How you organized your assets and took charge.quiet the feat for a.wander." he added a touch smugly.
"I may have wandered but that doesn't mean I never learned a thing or two," Vachon replied just as smugly.
LaCroix nodded with a hint of a smile; he wild one had spirit, much like his Nicholas. But unlike Nicholas, Vachon wanted to be.wanted. He stood up with glass in hand. "You are tired. Go rest. When you wake, shower and then come see me and we'll.talk.some more," he stated, his tone almost sounding like an order, but without any harshness to it. He then saluted Vachon with his glass and then exited.
Javier was torn with emotions. He didn't like being played, even if he did know it, but he had won, and that was what he wanted. He also was no fool, he knew what LaCroix wanted when he said they'd 'talk', and he couldn't say a part of him wasn't looking forward to it. He never forgot their exchange two weeks ago. It filled him as did his moments with Nick. He loved and adored Nick, but he knew a part of his was quickly coming to care deeply for LaCroix.to have the 'Parent' he had been denied when his 'mother' killed herself also those many lonely years ago. However, he was risking that love if Nick ever found out just 'how' LaCroix approved of him. //He should be thankful, that LaCroix wants to dote on me instead of him.I mean I'm actually doing him a favor, keeping his 'Father' busy,// he thought, even if it was a temporary thing as he played substitute to Nick. But he also knew Nick wouldn't feel that way, not really. He knew Nick cared for him, he could sense that in the blood they shared, but he also know he was a substitute for Nick too.a substitute for LaCroix. The love/hate between them was too strong not to be noticed by those who had 'eyes' to see and Vachon did. He just didn't know what to do about it, especially since he suddenly found himself in the middle of them.a dangerous place to be.
Deciding he was just too damn tired to care one way or another, he finished his drink and headed up to bed. He'd deal with.tonight.
****End of Part Five****
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"Second Son"
When Nick arrived, hoping to visit with his lover before he had to work, he was surprised to see him in a back booth, on the phone. He was also slightly taken by the look, Vachon was sporting; not his usual grunge look. Vachon looked very sexy in the white silk shirt, though Nick would have liked to see his hair lose about his shoulders, but tied back didn't look bad either. He sat down next to his love after planting a kiss on his cheek and listened to the conversation.
"Yes, that's right. How soon? No, either tonight or tomorrow night.yes I know, but that's what has to happen or I'll be forced to find someone else and I'd rather not.you were rather highly recommended," Vachon stated, his charm in full gear. "Tomorrow, yes, that time works perfectly. I'll meet you here, alright.good bye," Vachon finished and hung up the phone, puffing out a breath of frustration and relaxation. He looked up at his lover, "what's up, novio (sweetheart)," Vachan grinned.
"I should be asking you that," Nick grinned back, pleased by the endearment, for this was the first one that Javier had ever used toward him.in public. "You look great, and what's with the." he pointed to the phone and all the paperwork in front of his lover.
Vachon grinned and looked away, and then back at his lover, "Well, I'm not sure how you're going to take this, so I'll just be out with it," Vachon said boldly. He noticed Nick brace himself slightly and continued, "Your Father approves of me," he stated, leaving the rest for the second round.
Nick blinked, for he kind of thought that might be the case for some time now, "I kind of gathered," he smiled, but saw there was more and waited.
"Well, he.he's 'officially' approved of me," Vachon added, trying to figure out how Nick would take this. He was sure that on some level, Nick had sought him out because his Father would 'not' approve and he hoped dearly that this would not change things between them.
"What do you mean, officially approved of you," Nick asked, unsure if he liked what he was hearing.
"Well," Vachon decided to tread carefully here. "He instructed the bartender's that I was 'family'," he said, again watching his lover's reactions.
"He did," Nick asked, more shocked than anything else.
"Yes. He also took one of my suggestions about the club serious.thus this," he said, gesturing to the mess in front of him. Seeing Nick didn't get it, he continued, "He's put me in charge of making it happen.in two weeks," Vachon shook his head in amazement.
"What in two weeks?"
"To make the changes on the stage to support a live band.only once or twice a week," Vachon smiled, feeling good about it, even if it would drive him crazy to accomplish this; he hadn't taken on such a feat in quiet a while.but he could do this. He also believed it was a test and he was damn well not going to fail, at least not without a fight.
"Two weeks," Nick declared, as if he had heard the ridiculous. "Do you have any idea how hard that's going to be? To supervise the renovations, find a band, and whatever else might be needed?"
"Actually, I do sort of have a clue," Vachon replied, hoping Nick would have been pleased, yet he seemed rather upset. "It'll mean I'll have to have help.I'm not stupid to think I can do it all by myself."
"I didn't mean that you were, I.It's just that's a lot of work in such a short time," Nick replied, showing he was concerned for his lover.
Javier gave him a smile, letting him know he forgave his protective lover; it felt good to sense that protectiveness. "Thank you and you're right. I think it's some kind of test.but I have a plan."
Nick sighed, "I wish I could help, but that's why I'm here. My idiot boss is making me work overtime on a few cases. I wanted to let you know, plus make sure you were alright. I really didn't want to leave you."
"I know, and I'm fine," Vachon replied, taking Nick's hand into his and kissed his wrist. "Sound's to me it's going to work out, since I'll be busy most of this week also and possibly next too.so.no worries. I'll probably stay here, because not all the work can be done at night. Thankfully the bar area is well shielded from the sun during the day."
"I'm going to miss you," Nick whispered, sliding over to be next to his lover and placed a soft tender kiss on his lips.
"Well," Vachon whispered back, his lips caressing his love's face. "You could always join me here." he suggested.
"I would, but you said it yourself, you're going to be busy and I know I'll wear you out," he laughed lovingly. "I will, however, stop in as much as I can," he added, not wanting Vachon to think he didn't want to be with him.
Javier gave a soft sigh. "Alright, but I'm going to miss you like crazy. I suggest you find some time off from that job of yours soon and we can go away for a little while, what do you think?"
"I think that's an excellent idea," Nick glowed as he sat back. "I have to go, but I'm going to peruse my schedule and start making those plans now.that work for you? I'll call to see if the dates also work," he added.
"That sound's perfect," Vachon purred, feeling on top of the world.
"I better get going or I'll be late, and with the way things have been going at work." he shook his head.
"Is Tracy and Natalie still giving you a hard time," Vachon asked, concerned for his love.
"Tracy.she's just a pest, but mainly because she's still trying to prove to everybody she can do the job and got it on her own merits. I can understand that. Natalie." he actually growled a little. "She knows I'm seeing someone else, but not who, that much I know, for she keeps trying to get me to tell her. She came by earlier and I had to let her know point blank, that I never promised her anything other than friendship and my protection and that she should leave my love life alone and get one of her own."
"Ooh, I bet that didn't go down well," Vachon grinned, though he gave his love a slight hug.
"No, it didn't. She fumed and tossed in my face how she was working on a cure for me.how she loved me.and thought we had something special. Before I could say anything she stormed out."
"I really am sorry, Amor (my love)," Vachon whispered sincerely. "If there is anything I can do."
Nick hugged his lover tightly, "Just keep loving me, " Nick whispered sincerely and then gave a quick kiss on his lips and left.otherwise he would be staying this night too, and he couldn't.and keep his job. A job that was beginning to get on his nerves. "I will miss you, mon chéri," he said in parting and hurried out the door.
**************
Vachon had been right, the two weeks had been hectic and he hardly saw his lover or LaCroix, who only hovered in the background, keeping an eye on him, though never outwardly available.meaning Vachon sensed him around, but didn't see him.
Vachon had engaged the help of his friend Scree to organize a band hunt, since he had many 'friends' that liked to crawl the circuit, and Ursula, who really wasn't anywhere near as bubble headed as people perceived her to be, keep records and charm those men that wanted to dicker for more money at the last moment.
The real down part for Vachon was that he hardly saw his Nick, who called or stopped in for five minutes here and there, as his boss kept him on a short leash or Natalie was hounding him during the day. Javier was tempted to give the little girl a 'talking to' she soon wouldn't forget, but knew to do that would be tempting Nick's temper. So, he ha to let Nick deal with it as he saw fit, though indirectly it helped, since Vachon had his hands full arranging for the transformation as well as band auditions. He told Scree he only wanted to audition five.really good bands and knew from the test of time that Scree wouldn't let him down.he never had. He also knew that Scree knew more of what was happening with the current trends then others would give the reclusive vampire credit; Vachon counted on that too.
Today was the audition and it was going to be hard to stay awake, since he wasn't as old as Nick, he still needed a lot more rest. Ursula was upstairs out cold, not able to force herself to be awake any longer. Scree had declined coming to the Club since he knew LaCroix had ban his kind and didn't want to temp fate.Vachon's acceptance or not; so Javier was left to his own accord. He sat in the back of the place and let a few of the 'trustees' direct those who would try out for the first shot at playing the Raven this coming Thursday night.two nights away. He sat through band after band feeling that perhaps Scree didn't know as much as he had hoped until the last band performed; a local band calling themselves Bad Breath. The name sucked, but their music was right on and just what he was looking for. He made the arrangements told them when they could come to practice, letting them know the 'strict rules' which were accepted for a chance at a live gig.with decent pay and kicked everyone out.he was exhausted.
After the door was fully closed, he locked it and leaded his head on his arm, not quiet feeling the victory, since it still could all flop Thursday if his hunch at what the clientele would like, but at least he was down to the final haul. The echo of clapping caught his ears and he turned to see LaCroix coming out of the shadows actually applauding.
" Bien cuit (Well done)," LaCroix stated, only his eyes showing his pleasure as he stopped clapping and entered the room and took a seat on the stool that was center of the bar. "That was a monumental task and you did it, with style I might add, with two days to spare. I'm impressed."
Vachon knew he should be happy to hear such praise, but at the moment he wasn't. "So.it was a test after all," he stated, trying to keep his voice even.
"No really, though I did want to see just how serious you were about this idea.and how serious a person you could be." LaCroix mused, tilting his head to take in the young vampire before him. "As I said, I'm impressed, and if you know 'anything' that's not easily done."
"Since I 'do' know you, I don't see how arranging this." he gestures at the side stage with new sound system, "and a band impresses you," he replied, not buying into the praise, yet still wondering what was going on as he moved back into the room and around the bar and began to get a 'drink' for both of them. He might not be happy with LaCroix but he was not stupid or saw a reason to be rude.
"It was not 'this'," LaCrois gestured like Vachon had done, "That impressed me," LaCroix replied. "Merci (Thank you)," LaCroix stated automatically after being given the glass of bloodwine. "It was how you handled yourself. How you organized your assets and took charge.quiet the feat for a.wander." he added a touch smugly.
"I may have wandered but that doesn't mean I never learned a thing or two," Vachon replied just as smugly.
LaCroix nodded with a hint of a smile; he wild one had spirit, much like his Nicholas. But unlike Nicholas, Vachon wanted to be.wanted. He stood up with glass in hand. "You are tired. Go rest. When you wake, shower and then come see me and we'll.talk.some more," he stated, his tone almost sounding like an order, but without any harshness to it. He then saluted Vachon with his glass and then exited.
Javier was torn with emotions. He didn't like being played, even if he did know it, but he had won, and that was what he wanted. He also was no fool, he knew what LaCroix wanted when he said they'd 'talk', and he couldn't say a part of him wasn't looking forward to it. He never forgot their exchange two weeks ago. It filled him as did his moments with Nick. He loved and adored Nick, but he knew a part of his was quickly coming to care deeply for LaCroix.to have the 'Parent' he had been denied when his 'mother' killed herself also those many lonely years ago. However, he was risking that love if Nick ever found out just 'how' LaCroix approved of him. //He should be thankful, that LaCroix wants to dote on me instead of him.I mean I'm actually doing him a favor, keeping his 'Father' busy,// he thought, even if it was a temporary thing as he played substitute to Nick. But he also knew Nick wouldn't feel that way, not really. He knew Nick cared for him, he could sense that in the blood they shared, but he also know he was a substitute for Nick too.a substitute for LaCroix. The love/hate between them was too strong not to be noticed by those who had 'eyes' to see and Vachon did. He just didn't know what to do about it, especially since he suddenly found himself in the middle of them.a dangerous place to be.
Deciding he was just too damn tired to care one way or another, he finished his drink and headed up to bed. He'd deal with.tonight.
****End of Part Five****