AN: This chapter just flowed off my fingers. Probably won't write another one as quickly as I did this one but I just had to post it. Thank for all the feedback. This story really has grown into a life of its own.

It had been years since the last time Alastair had woken up next to a warm body. He was fairly certain he'd never woken up next to somebody so warm though or feeling this happy.

James had wrapped himself around Alastair in the night and now he snored softly with his head lain on Alastair's chest. The scene made Alastair smile and once again, he had to do a reality check and make sure this was actually happening.

Honestly, he would have been completely content with just watching him but the slight movements woke James up as he let out a choked sounding snort and blearily opened his eyes.

"You're still here."

"You seem surprised."

James grinned at that. "Yes but pleasantly so." He closed his eyes again and let out a pleased sigh. "Never leave me," he mumbled.

"Only if you promise to never leave me."

"I guess that means no more near death experiences," James said with a slight chuckle.

"That would certainly be preferable."

"Well no promises but I'll try."

Alastair snorted at that and felt satisfied with just laying there when his cell rang. James let out a tired groan as Alastair reached over and answered it before James could stop him.

"Hello?"

"So you answered! Yes!"

Now it was Alastair's turn to groan. He'd expected Kingsman but ultimately wasn't surprised that Kenton was responding instead. He thought about just ignoring his brother and hanging up but perhaps it was the good mood that kept the line on.

"What do you want Kenton?"

"Did I interrupt your beauty sleep?" asked Kenton, a smile clear in his voice. "Or am I interrupting something else?"

"No and I'm in bed you ass so hurry up and tell me what you want," grumbled Alastair.

"Hold on a sec! Let's take this conversation back just a bit. You said you're in bed?" Kenton questioned as he dramatically spoke the words. "You're not lying?"

Growing irritated, Alastair muttered, "Why would I be lying? I'm in bed!"

"Well…that is a pretty interesting statement seeing as I'm standing in your room and you are defiantly not in bed."

"What the hell!?" Alastair yelled out. He sat straight up much to James' annoyance as the other man hit him in the stomach and splayed farther across his body to keep Alastair from moving any more. Alastair mostly focused on Kenton's laugh however as he shouted, "What are you doing in my apartment? You didn't mention leave time!"

"Noooo but I was hoping to make this a surprise," Kenton whined with fake hurt in his voice.

"So you broke into my house!"

"You weren't answering the door!"

"Normal people would then call at a later date!"

"Whatever. I want to know who's bed you're in."

"No one's! I'm at work!" They come out automatically and Alastair freezes the moment the words leave his lips but James doesn't seem to be effected by them, only looking up with mild interest, waiting for any words after that.

Kenton speaks first though and mutters, "Really at this hour?"

"Yes. But I think I can get over there in ten if you don't mind waiting."

"You actually want to spend time with me? Yay!"

"Say that again and I'll rethink that last statement," Alastair growled.

"Yeah yeah whatever. See you in ten brother."

Once Kenton ended the call, Alastair let out a sorrowful moan.

"You alright?" asked James.

"I shouldn't have said that. I feel…horrible for having said that."

James gave a small shrug. "So what if you're not ready to tell Kenton? Go at your own pace."

"If I go at my own pace then I don't think I'll ever get there," Alastair murmured as he looked down at James.

Giving a soft smile in response, James replied, "Then I'll give you a little push if needed, but I trust you to make the decision that will make you happy. Now go see your brother."

Alastair gave a small nod and then suddenly leaned down to kiss James. When he pulled away and started to get up though, James quickly followed.

"You know what. Screw your brother. Stay."

"As tempting as that sounds, I'd rather not have Kenton alone in my apartment for any longer than necessary," Alastair responded. "I'll check on you before I go back to Kingsman though. And remember, you need rest so don't you dare go running off to Merlin looking for a mission."

"I don't think you'll have to worry about that. Though you may find me slowly walking towards him in the hopes of one."

Alastair rolled his eyes at that but did give James one more kiss before getting ready and leaving. The fact that he could actually do that now was exhilarating but he focused on his brother and getting to his apartment as quickly as possible.

When he arrived, he took a deep breath and tried to calm down before finally stepping out of the car and walking up to his door. Kenton opened though before he could unlock it and pulled Alastair into a huge hug.

"Oh it's so good to see you!" Kenton yelled out. "This month is going to be great!"

"Wait, a month?"

"Yep, now let me get a good look at you," muttered Kenton as he pulled away slightly and looked into Alastair's eyes. For about half a minute he just stared as Alastair looked on confused until Kenton muttered, "Damn…you were telling the truth weren't you?"

"Why do you sound angry at that?"

"Because damn bro you need to get laid."

"Kenton!"

"It's true," he replied with a grin as Alastair groaned in response. Nevertheless, guilt rose inside which must have shown on Alastair's face because Kenton then asked, "Hey, what's wrong?"

"I…I did lie. I was at…I was with James last night."

"Wait are you—oh my god yes yes yes!" yelled out Kenton. He grabbed his brother's hands and jumped up and down. "Oh my god yes!"

"Christ Kenton! You're like a school girl!"

"But you're not denying it! Oh god this is great. And I thought you hadn't gotten laid."

"I didn't sleep with him! We just…we shared a bed is all."

"But I'm so proud you! I can't wait to see mother's face—"

"No!"

"But it would be hilarious—"

"Not yet Kenton! Alright? I love you but it was a big enough and…gut wrenching enough step to simply tell you the truth. I'm not telling mother yet."

"Okay, I got that but at the very least do it when I'm around? Kay? It's bad enough I missed Christmas. I can't possibly miss another show down like that again."

Letting out a disgruntled sigh, Alastair shook his head and asked, "So why are you crashing my place? Roxy would probably be more available. I mean, what if I was in a different country because of work?"

"Well then I'd obviously see Roxy but I was hoping to see you first! Besides, I'd rather stay here then at the house."

"Wait, you don't have a hotel?"

"Nooooo…"

"Urgh! And you really want to stay here?"

"Yeeeees…"

"Fine."

"Really!"

"Just be happy and accept it before I change my mind."

"Okay! Fine. Now just tell me what your plans are for today," Kenton said with a grin.

"Why?"

"Because I want to spend time with you! Now spit it out."

"Well I do have to check into work rather soon and before than I'm checking in with James."

"Is James alright?"

"He's fine. There was simply an accident but he's fine now."

"Hold on, didn't he have another accident and you ended up drinking yourself until drunk?" asked Kenton. "Either he is a bigger klutzes than I first thought or he's a danger magnet."

"Definitely the latter," Alastair muttered.

"Then maybe I can keep him company since you're going to be a party pooper and go to work."

"I doubt he's even going to be awake when I stop by. He's exhausted," sighed Alastair.

"Oh well. Me popping by would probably be more fun than you mister sour face," Kenton replied with a snort. "Besides, we can bring him food or something."

"Seriously? You have leave time and you want to use it to buy food for my-uh-my um…person."

"Person?" Kenton snorted. "Really?"

"Shut up! It's still all fairly…new. Alright?"

"That is true but come on. Let's practice saying the word lil bro. Boyfriend," Kenton stressed.

"We haven't exactly talked about that."

"So? James would probably act like a kid on Christmas morning if you said that word to him! He loves you and really is the biggest sap I know. I mean, what did he look like when he kissed you? Or did you kiss him! Please tell me one of you has kissed the other."

Alastair rolled his eyes. "Yes we've…kissed."

"Ah! My little brother's got a boyfriend!" Kenton yelled out as he hugged Alastair again and kissed him on the cheek. "You're so cute!"

"Uh huh," muttered Alastair. "Well I certainly can't say the same for you."

"Don't be such a butt. Now let's start shopping."

Rolling his eyes again, Alastair just barely succeeded in convincing Kenton to give him time to change before they left.