<Sanosuke> The strip club was packed with its usally mixed crowd of gay men and interested woman.

<Gabriel> Squall is waiting for his turn on the stage... fixing his makeup and costume for the 100th time

<Sanosuke> It was somewhat unnerving though to have the maneger standing there watching him though, leaning on the door frame.

<Gabriel> Squall tries not to cringe and just stares at himself in the mirror before him

<Sanosuke> "Let's hope your preformance this night is better then last night... or the boss will have your head." The man mused, not talking nasty at all.

<Gabriel> "It will be...

<Sanosuke> "Good boy." The man smiled. "Now get out there."

<Gabriel> Squall gets out onto the stage and starts his routine.. moving his body sinuously to a heavy beat

<Sanosuke> He got hoots and hollars from all around, and money was tossed up on stage. One wiry blonde even jump up and shoved a 20 down Squall's thong.

<Gabriel> Squall keeps going... removing the few articles of costume he has on... save for the thong

<Sanosuke> He saw a girl licking her lips at him shouting "take it off!"

<Gabriel> Squall cringes ever so slightly.. and prays that the music ends soon

<Sanosuke> It did, thankfully... leaving his money to be collected from off the floor.

<Gabriel> Squall bows to the crowd... then tries to keep his dignity as he collects the money

<Sanosuke> The manager waited in the dressing room, his hand out for the money.

<Gabriel> Squall gives it over.. looking at anything but the manager

<Sanosuke> The grin he was given gave Squall chills. At least the guy left with the money.

<Gabriel> Squall sits down ... and sighs to himself... knowing he makes them far more money than he is paid

<Sanosuke> That shouldn't have been the deal.. those were his tips.. why did he have to give them over?

<Gabriel> Squall muses... and boredly waits to find out if they're going to make him do another show tonight..... or let him go home

<Sanosuke> After a few minutes he got a call to come up to the bosses office.

<Gabriel> Squall puts on a robe and boxers and goes up to the office... kind of scared

<Sanosuke> His manager was standing before the boss, but purple eyes fixed on Squall. "Good of you to join us."

<Gabriel> Squall shivers slightly

<Sanosuke> "The boss was just telling me how she thinks you might be good doing something a little more.. it means more money for you."

<Gabriel> "What.. would that be sir?"

<Sanosuke> "Come over here.. by me."

<Gabriel> Squall moves closer... very timidly

<Sanosuke> The manager took hold of his arm and pulled him down, but not painfully.

<Gabriel> Squall blinks.... a bit more scared than he was

<Sanosuke> "You want more money don't you boy?" He asked Squall.

<Gabriel> Squall nods "Yes .. yes sir"

<Sanosuke> "Well, how bout the next logical step from stripping on stage..."

<Gabriel> "private... shows?"

<Sanosuke> "Yes... quite private."

<Gabriel> "Um... what kind of shows?:

<Sanosuke> "Whatever the payer wants."

<Gabriel> "Whatever.....?"

<Sanosuke> "Yes. You'll make more."

<Gabriel> "You mean... like.. sex too?"

<Sanosuke> "If they want it... you can always say no and not make any money of course... and piss off the customers..."

<Gabriel> "I... guess....... I dont know.."

<Sanosuke> "Good boy... we'll get you started on it tomorrow night."

<Gabriel> Squall nods sadly

<Sanosuke> "You can go now."

<Gabriel> Squall returns to his dressing room... and gets his clothes... wanting to go home and take a shower

<Sanosuke> His home was right near by... the only place he could afford with his meeger pay.

<Gabriel> Squall slips out the back door.... the safest way to go in case anyone is stalking him.. and heads for home

<Sanosuke> back up in the office a bottle of wine opened. "He looks like he can bring in a ton more selling himself... did you hear the crowds tonight Lina?"

<Gabriel> "Mmmhmm... that boy is a goldmine..."

<Sanosuke> "And this is the only job he could get... he has no choice... he'll do what he's told."

<Gabriel> "Yep.. and we'll rake in the cash!"

<Sanosuke> He poured the wine and gave her a glass. "Mmm... what if vice busts him? Shall I do the usal?"

<Gabriel> "Yes... but I dont expect them to"

<Sanosuke> "Good." He sat down on her lap and sipped his wine.

<Gabriel> "I figure once he's worn out.... his last private show can be for one of those freaks who likes to rape and murder thier entertainment.. they bring nice money.. and we dont have to worry about him anymore..."

<Sanosuke> "Mm... Those are always so fun to watch..."

<Gabriel> "We can even video tape it and sell the footage.."

<Sanosuke> "There are so many out there willing to pay for a good snuff film... especially those naughty politions."

<Gabriel> "Heh heh... heres to Squall... " Lina says.. raising her glass

<Sanosuke> Xellos raised his. "To the little goldmine..."

<Gabriel> Lina clinks her glass against Xellos' and drinks

<Sanosuke> He leaned back, sitting on her lap, as he drank.

<Gabriel> Squall returns to work... not looking foreward to his "private shows..." but knowing he has no choice

<Sanosuke> At least it promised more money... maybe if he saved he could run away somewhere away from this palce.

<Sanosuke> place

<Gabriel> Squall goes to his dressing room and settles down.. waiting to be directed to one of the plush "entertainment" rooms

<Sanosuke> Xellos was right on time for that, as soon as Squall was sitting he showed up. "Come on Squall, get dressed in something... fitting.":

<Gabriel> Squall nods and puts on something skimpy... and leather "Is this alright?"

<Sanosuke> Xellos nodded. "Good.. good... now follow me." He walked out.

<Gabriel> Squall follows...

<Sanosuke> Xellos pointed to a rather nice looking room with a waterbed. "In there."

<Gabriel> Squall enters the room.. and looks around for a moment

<Sanosuke> "Open the door if you hear a knock." Xellos closed the door behind him and went off to secure a customer.

<Gabriel> Squall sits down on the bed and waits

<Sanosuke> it wasn't very long before he heard a knock at his door.

<Gabriel> Squall frowns... and gets up to answer the door

<Sanosuke> a tall man in all black with long silver hair was standing there, grinning at him.

<Gabriel> Squall blinks... and lets him in

<Sanosuke> The door shut behind him. "Mmm... I've watched you dance so many times."

<Gabriel> "What would you like me to do for you? Your wish is my command.." Squall says.... trying not to sound halfhearted

<Sanosuke> "First... strip for me... slowly.... all the way..."

<Gabriel> Squall shivers a little at the way he says this... but proceeds anyway... slowly removing the leather harness.. and pants he is wearing

<Sanosuke> The man leaned against the door, watching every movement with aqua colored eyes that seemed to glow.

<Gabriel> Squall finally stands before him.. totally naked

<Sanosuke> The man grinned in aproval. "Lean on the bed..."

<Sanosuke> "Facing me.."

<Gabriel> Squall tenses... but does as he's told...

<Sanosuke> "Spread your legs out as much as you can."

<Gabriel> Squall does so... his mind screaming at him that this is not right

<Sanosuke> The man came forward... removing the arm-legnth black gloves he was wearing.

<Gabriel> Squall closes his eyes... hating this already... and wishing that he had enough money to get out now

<Sanosuke> The man started touching him, grabbing between his legs and another hand squeezing his ass.

<Gabriel> Squall wonders whether this guy is the type that would want him to be afraid..... or if he should pretend to be enjoying it

<Sanosuke> That sinister grin... mostly likely the first since the man seemed to enjoy the way Squall was reacting right now as he started fingering him.

<Gabriel> Squall groans softly....... squirming a little

<Sanosuke> "Heh hhe... a wiggly little virgin.. how fun.." The man purred.

<Gabriel> "I.. bet youre paying a lot.. for my virginity..... " squall mumbles

<Sanosuke> "Quite a lot..." The man continued to stroke and finger him.

<Gabriel> Squall whimpers slightly... not enjoying the attention at all

<Sanosuke> The man pulled roughly on Squall's cock, forcing 3 fingers into him.

<Gabriel> Squall cries out... loudly .. because it hurts now

<Sanosuke> The man seemed to get off on that, still pulling.

<Gabriel> "s.. stop.. o..ow... oh.. please.." Squall whimpers pathetically

<Sanosuke> "You got a lovely whimper there... I'm not stopping till you drip."

<Gabriel> "d.. drip?" Squall says.. shuddering

<Sanosuke> The man was pulling on his cock.

<Gabriel> Squall groans slightly again.. closing his eyes and thinking oh god please let me drip so he'll stop!

<Sanosuke> The rough hand continued as the fingers probed him deeply.

<Gabriel> Squall lets out soft whimpering moans.. his cock swelling and finally a pearl of liquid forming at the tip

<Sanosuke> The man let go and took out his fingers. "Good... now on your knees facing me..."

<Gabriel> Squall gets onto his knees.. his body shaking slightly

<Sanosuke> The man unzipped his pants and let his hardness out. "Suck on it... I'll pay you extra to swallow,"

<Gabriel> "s.. suck?" Squall feels like he's going to pass out... but he has to do this.......

<Sanosuke> "take me in your mouth... not that hard to do... and stroke yourself as you do. You'll get good money knowing how to orally please..."

<Gabriel> Squall grimaces.... and takes the man's cock in his mouth

<Sanosuke> The man purred and stroked Squall's hair as he was sucked.

<Gabriel> Squall sucks sloppily..... not very skilled at this at all

<Sanosuke> the man didn't seem to care... when he was finished he let go of Squall's hair.

<Gabriel> Squall tries to swallow.... getting most of it down but choking a bit... a tad trickling out of the corner of his mouth

<Sanosuke> The man chuckled and dropped some money on his lap before getting dressed. "Improve that and get paid tons..." And then he walked out.

<Gabriel> Squall looks at the money in his lap dumbly

<Sanosuke> a couple of crumpled up tens... his boss never need know he got them.

<Gabriel> Squall smoothes them out and puts them in the pocket of his pants....... then figures he should clean up and get dressed a bit

<Sanosuke> This sort of thing continued for days... but he also had to endure being fucked harder then he liked... till he bled... but he often got paid the extra for that by the person doing it.

<Gabriel> Squall is sexually exhausted by the end of the week... his legs ache from constant ramming.... and he doesnt thinke he could suck another cock or finger another woman in his life

<Sanosuke> That's when he got a customer who wanted to pay for a night out of that room... a hotel someplace.

<Gabriel> "Ohh... i dont like the sound of that..." Squall mutteres to himself

<Sanosuke> Xellos led him to the man waiting for Squall. Another blonde... this one with his back to them, smoking.

<Gabriel> Squall shivers... and waits to be acknowledged

<Sanosuke> "Here he is." Xellos announced to the man. "Where's my pay?"

<Sanosuke> The blonde turned.. he had peircing green eyes and seemed rather stern for some reason. He handed a bundle of cash to Xellos who happily walked off after.

<Gabriel> Squall looks the man over.... then looks at the ground

<Sanosuke> The man placed a hand on Squall's shoulder. "This way..."

<Gabriel> Squall nods and goes where the man leads him

<Sanosuke> After a quick car ride in silence they checked into a fancy hotel and went into the room.

<Gabriel> Squall looks around the room.. impressed by the niceness of it..... and hopes that the niceness of this man matches the room

<Sanosuke> The man looked at him after closing the door. "You been doing this long?"

<Gabriel> "Not... very long...."

<Sanosuke> "What can you do?"

<Gabriel> "Anything you want me to....."

<Sanosuke> "Really? Like what?"

<Gabriel> "Anything ... sucking..... sex.... anything you want... "

<Sanosuke> "How much is it usally?"

<Gabriel> "I ... dont know... my boss always takes the money....."

<Sanosuke> "So you never see the money you make?"

<Gabriel> "Unless... they give me tips..."

<Sanosuke> "This even your choice?"

<Gabriel> "No... I have no choice.... "

<Sanosuke> "So it wouldn;t be right if I arrested you for selling yourself now would it?" The man leaned on the door.

<Gabriel> "a... arrest....?"

<Sanosuke> The man reached into his jacket, and after a few momments pulled out a wallet... showing Squall his badge.

<Gabriel> "Oh.. no... " Squall whimpers and just about passes out... from exhaustion and... just general shock... dropping to his knees

<Sanosuke> "I'm not arresting you..." The man whose badge read Seifer Almasy... said, squatting down.

<Gabriel> "But.... they're gonna kill me.....'

<Sanosuke> "You belive that?"

<Gabriel> "They.. I wont have anywhere to go....." Squall mumbles...

<Sanosuke> "Kid... look... That's why I'm not gonna arrest you... but I think we can use your help. There's a lot of shit going on at that place, worse then just prostitution. The fact that Xellos Metalium works there is proof enough but since no one can get any real evidence on that guy we can't do anything about it..."

<Gabriel> "But... if you bust them..... what'll I do?"

<Sanosuke> "Kid, want to hear the list of what we have reason to belive that place is up to?"

<Gabriel> "I .. guess"

<Sanosuke> "In addition to the prostion they are rummored to be selling porno tapes and.... snuff tapes."

<Gabriel> "Snuff tapes?"

<Sanosuke> "Know what a snuff tape is?"

<Gabriel> "no.."

<Sanosuke> "A tape where someone is killed... on purpose... happens a lot easier in other countries. some unsuspecting soul is asked to be in a movie and... killed for the pleasure of those who want to buy it."

<Gabriel> "They... do that... where I work?" Squall looks dumbfounded

<Sanosuke> "That's the rummor... the problem is we can't prove it."

<Gabriel> "What do you want me to do?"

<Sanosuke> "Find out anything you can on what they are up to... and stay alive... I know for a fact that Xellos is very dangerous...."

<Gabriel> "Okay... I will try.. anyway.." Squall says... straightening up a little

<Sanosuke> "Thank you."Seifer helped him stand.

<Gabriel> "Just help me get out of there..... and I'll do anything you ask"

<Sanosuke> "I promise..." seifer wrote a number on a peice of paper. "Call me with whatever you find."

<Gabriel> Squall nods and tucks the paper away "thank you"

<Sanosuke> "You're welcome. Thank you as well."

<Gabriel> "You going to take me back now?" Squall asks.. not seeming to want to go though

<Sanosuke> "No... you don't.. seem like you want to go back."

<Gabriel> "Not right away..... or they will be suspicious....."

<Sanosuke> "Yeah, wouldn't want to do that. What's your name?"

<Gabriel> "Squall..... whats yours?"

<Sanosuke> "Seifer."

<Gabriel> "so... youre a detective..."

<Sanosuke> "Vice mostly... yes. Though Xellos Metaluim has been a hoby of mine..."

<Gabriel> "He's my boss' boyfriend... or whatever..."

<Sanosuke> "He's also rummored to be a mosty deadly assassin.. trained by his mother, who was an evil psycho who enjoyed torturing and killing people for fun. One wonders how she ever managed to have a kid..."

<Gabriel> "Wow..... I thought it was just a small time strip joint...."

<Sanosuke> "Small time strip.. big time illegal shit..." Seifer sat on the bed and pulled out a cig.

<Gabriel> Squall looks around.... then plops down onto the floor

<Sanosuke> "You smoke?" The cop asked.

<Gabriel> "No.. no money to..."

<Sanosuke> "Good idea.. yah, it wastes money..." Seifer chuckled, lighting up.

<Gabriel> "This is a nice break for me though.... I.. Im so exhausted..."

<Sanosuke> "They've worked you all week?

<Gabriel> Squall nods "I throw up when Im done sometimes.. so many things in my mouth... " he says .. with a small shudder

<Sanosuke> "You’re not someone who likes preforming oral sex are you?"

<Gabriel> "Well... its not my favorite.. but they are usually rough.....and.... i dont know"

<Sanosuke> "It's different when you... you do it for a loved one.. or something you think you love.." Seifer sighed.

<Gabriel> "I dont think anyone will want me.... now that Im all used up... do you have someone sir?"

<Sanosuke> "Had..." Seifer bit on his cig.

<Gabriel> Squall nods then chews on his nails

<Sanosuke> "You'll find someone who wants you for more then just your body some day kid.. don't worry."

<Gabriel> "I hope so..."

<Sanosuke> "Why not get some sleep?"

<Gabriel> "that'd be nice....." Squall says... looking around the room again

<Sanosuke> Seifer stood up from the bed. "Sleep here... I'll... just go out on the balcony."

<Gabriel> Squall nods and climbs onto the bed... curling up on it and falling asleep surprisingly quick

<Sanosuke> Seifer stood out on the balcony smoking... and holding something in his hand.

<Gabriel> Squall sleeps peacefully... the bed he's on infinately more comfortable than his own

<Sanosuke> Seifer closed his eyes and clutched the item in his hand tightly.

<Gabriel> Squall mumbles in his sleep.. scrunching up tighter and relaxing every now and then

<Sanosuke> Seifer didn't notice, he was too busy trying not to cry.

<Gabriel> Squall sleeps soundly through the night... unawares of Seifer's pain

<Sanosuke> Seifer didn't sleep, he just stared out at the world, smoking.

<Sanosuke> Seifer was half asleep on the rail by the time Squall woke up.

<Gabriel> Squall crawls out of bed groggily

<Sanosuke> He could see Seifer hanging on the rail out the balcony window.

<Gabriel> Squall goes out to him... tapping him lightly on the shoulder

<Sanosuke> "Mm?" Seifer straightend up, blinking his eyes slowly.

<Gabriel> "You okay?"

<Sanosuke> "Yah... was half asleep is all."

<Gabriel> "Okay... you look kinda sad... though"

<Sanosuke> "Just.. was thinking." He held something in his hand.

<Gabriel> "Whats that?"

<Sanosuke> "I... it's nothing." Seifer put it into his shirt and turned. "You going home now?"

<Gabriel> "Yes.. I have to muss myself up a little... and.. um.. think you could give me a hickey or something to make it look real?"

<Sanosuke> "Sure... if it will keep you safe."

<Gabriel> Squall nods and musses up his hair... then uses his nails to scratch up his own chest a bit

<Sanosuke> "Most of your... customers.. don't treat you well do they?"

<Gabriel> "no..." Squall says "I should probably punch myself too.. but.. this will do.."

<Sanosuke> Seifer put his hands on Squall's shoulders and leaned down to give him a hickey on his neck.

<Gabriel> Squall shivers a little.. but this is different....... because he knows this one means him no harm

<Sanosuke> Seifer sucked on his neck... to make it real.

<Gabriel> Squall closes his eyes "Thats kinda weird...." he says with a small chuckle

<Sanosuke> After Seifer drew away he asked, "What is?"

<Gabriel> "Didnt make me feel sick inside like it usually does...... guess because it wasnt business. Its nice to know it all doesnt feel bad..."

<Sanosuke> "Yah... " Seifer let him go,

<Gabriel> Squall stretches.. "Okay... Im ready"

<Sanosuke> "Remember to call me when you find something out."

<Gabriel> "I will" Squall says.. smiling.. something he rarely does

<Sanosuke> Seifer held the door open for him.

<Gabriel> Squall leaves the room... coaching himself quietly to look depressed as usual

<Sanosuke> meanwhile, Lina couldn't sleep.... even if Xellos was fast asleep on her bed, sprawled across it like usal.

<Gabriel> Lina sighs and nudges Xellos

<Sanosuke> Xellos grunted and sat up, yawning.

<Gabriel> "Cant sleep.. Xellos.. entertain me or something?"

<Sanosuke> "Anything you say." Xellos purred and crawled up on her.

<Gabriel> Lina pets Xellos

<Sanosuke> He ran his tongue around her neck.

<Gabriel> "mmmm" lina purrs.. and runs her nails down Xellos' back

<Sanosuke> Xellos nipped softly and put his hands on her bra, which was the only thing she was wearing other then the panties.

<Gabriel> "How's finding Squall business?" Lina murrs.. rubbing herself against him

<Sanosuke> "Very very good.... everyone wants to pay for a peice of his ass..." Xellos purred, removing the bra before kissing each breast.

<Gabriel> "Soon as his business... dies down... you know who to look for.."

<Sanosuke> "Mmm... yeah. How much do you except we'll get from the tapes?"

<Gabriel> "A lot... as long as he's still in good shape... they like to see pretty ones get ripped apart..."

<Sanosuke> "Mmm... very.... their guts spilling as they contort in pain..." He purred, latching on to her breast with his mouth.

<Gabriel> "oohhh..." Lina moans... and arches her back

<Sanosuke> Xellos was delighted to please her, knowing just what she liked after knowing her for 2 years.

<Gabriel> Lina nuzzles him when she gets the chance... enjoying him

<Sanosuke> Xellos slept in the nude so he had no clothing to take off as he pulled Lina's panties.

<Gabriel> Lina runs her hands over Xellos' smooth body... squeezing him here and there

<Sanosuke> The panties were dropped on the floor and his hands moved over her thighs...

<Gabriel> Lina moans louder... pressing herself up against Xellos

<Sanosuke> "Shall I?" Xellos whispered in her ear, knowing she would do not nice things to him if he didn't ask that.

<Gabriel> "yes.. mm... hard please" Lina murmurs

<Sanosuke> "As you wish..." Xellos moved his hands to Lina's shoulder's and thrusted himself in all at once.

<Gabriel> Lina cries out... in ecstacy.. always having liked it hard ever since.....

<Sanosuke> He clutched her back, rocking his hips faster.

<Gabriel> Lina pushes back against him

<Sanosuke> He rubbed his flesh against her nails, wanting them to dig into his flesh...

<Gabriel> Lina does so.. clawing him up a littke

<Sanosuke> He moaned as his back bled some.. though he didn't like it as he liked her whips... but he kept up his thrusts.

<Gabriel> Lina cries out loudly.. with each thrust... pumping her hips along with him

<Sanosuke> Xellos suckled on her neck, giving her his all since he knew it's what she wanted.

<Gabriel> Lina wraps her legs around him.. squeezing him with them

<Sanosuke> Xellos purred into her neck, thrusting till he emptied into her... being squeezed out by her clenching.

<Gabriel> Godssss.. you are always soo gooood.." Lina moans... after climaxing along with him

<Sanosuke> Xellos gripped her tight then relaxed. "Mm.. I have to be."

<Gabriel> "Of course.."

<Sanosuke> "Feel better now?"

<Gabriel> "yeah...

<Sanosuke> Xellos stroked her back slowly. "Mm.. going back to sleep?"

<Gabriel> "Yeah...for a while.."

<Sanosuke> "Alright." He yawned. "Me too... unless you got something for me to do while you sleep."

<Gabriel> "Go check on our goldmine.. hmm?"

<Sanosuke> "Yes boss." He got off the bed and worked on getting dressed,

<Gabriel> Lina curls up and dozes off

<Sanosuke> He walked off to go to where Squall lived.

<Gabriel> Squall is at home.. with a carton of chinese takeout... probably the most he's eaten all week

<Sanosuke> Xellos knocked on the door.

<Gabriel> "Its unlocked..." Squall calls

<Sanosuke> Xellos walked in. "Get any extra cash from your fuck last night?"

<Gabriel> "I.. used it to buy dinner..." Squall says quietly

<Sanosuke> Xellos tisked. "Not much? Well... he did pay lots..."

<Gabriel> "He was a bit rough... "

<Sanosuke> "Was he? Let me see... strip."

<Gabriel> Squall takes his clothes off

<Sanosuke> Xellos came over and ran hands down him. "Didn't seem to hurt you that bad..."

<Gabriel> "Fucked hard...

<Sanosuke> "Ohhh.... heh. You'll get used to it..."

<Gabriel> "I hate this work.... please.. can I have the night off?"

<Sanosuke> Xellos chuckled. "Kid... do I get a night off?"

<Gabriel> "... please... I... Im so sore sir... I can barely walk.."

<Sanosuke> "My job is pleasing the boss... Your job is pleasing me... if you don't I can't please the boss... see what I'm saying?"

<Gabriel> "At least... someone thats gentle tonight.... please..."

<Sanosuke> "We'll see about it."

<Gabriel> Squall sighs and rubs at the spot on his neck that he made Seifer suck

<Sanosuke> "See you tonight at work then." Xellos turned and headed out the door.

<Gabriel> Squall sighs and sinks back into his ratty armchair... not bothering to redress himself

<Sanosuke> Xellos returned home and sat on the end of the bed, yawning

<Gabriel> "He still kicking?"

<Sanosuke> "Yep... didn't get any extras tonight though."

<Gabriel> "Aww.. well.. find another high payer for him tonight"

<Sanosuke> "Mm... yah, He made more tonight off that one guy them most..."

<Gabriel> "guy must be desperate or stupid..."

<Sanosuke> "Or rich..."

<Gabriel> "hm.... well.. dont let him get too attached

<Sanosuke> "I won't." Xellos yawned again and sprawled on his back over the bed.

<Gabriel> Lina nudges him with her foot. "You should start shopping around for his replacement.."

<Sanosuke> "yes boss." He jumped back up. "Replacement for goldenboy?"

<Gabriel> "Yeah... how much longer you think he's gonna last?"

<Sanosuke> "Not sure. He was begging for time off...."

<Gabriel> "Begging for time off?"

<Sanosuke> "Yes. When I went to see him. He keeps complaining about being used roughly."

<Gabriel> "aw.. poor baby... maybe you should drug him up a bit so he can forget"

<Sanosuke> "Alright then. I'll make sure he gets doped up tonight." Xellos nodded.

<Gabriel> "Good... nothin too strong that'll hurt him though. ... just make him feel better

<Sanosuke> "Want me to bring you back anything?"

<Gabriel> "Nah... Im good"

<Sanosuke> "Ok. I'll get going and get some drugs..."

<Gabriel> "get some aprhodesiacs for yourself.... actually..." Lina says with a smirk

<Sanosuke> Xellos grinned. "Any time..." He walked out.

<Sanosuke> The club was as active as even when Squall got to work.

<Gabriel> Squall goes to his dressing room to get ready for the evenings.... work...

<Sanosuke> Xellos walked in and grinned at him.

<Gabriel> "hello.. sir" squall says... looking down

<Sanosuke> "Still feeling hurt?"

<Gabriel> "Im stiff..... I really... would like the night off sir.."

<Sanosuke> "Take this." Xellos gave him a pill.

<Gabriel> "What is it?"

<Sanosuke> "You'll feel better."

<Gabriel> "..... what is it though..... Aspirin?"

<Sanosuke> "Something like that yah."

<Gabriel> "Okay... " Squall says... and takes it... being a little too trusting

<Sanosuke> Xellos grinned. "That should relax you right up..."

<Gabriel> Squall nods

<Sanosuke> "Feeling better now?" Xellos looke down at him.

<Gabriel> Squall nods... trying to keep the room from spinning at the same time though

<Sanosuke> "Good... I'm off to preform for the boss... you do your job for your customers."

<Gabriel> Squall nods "Yessir.."

<Sanosuke> Xellos closed the door and headed upstairs.

<Gabriel> Squall puts his head in his hands.. feeling pleasantly .. but disturbingly fuzzy

<Sanosuke> "Well, he's doped up." Xellos grinned at Lina.

<Gabriel> "Good.. that'll make him last a little longer..."

<Sanosuke> "Yep." He rested a small bag on the table.. the stuff he'd bought from the dealer.

<Sanosuke> Seifer was looking over his case files... he had stacks of info on Xellos.... and many more on prostitution rings. Worried about Squall he chewed on the end of his pen fitfully.

<Sanosuke> "Maybe I shouldn't have gotten this kid to stick his neck out.." He murrmed, looking over the reports of the gathered rummors from that place.

<Gabriel> Is Squall's life worth possibly landing Xellos?

<Sanosuke> He thought about that... and rested his head on the table. it would be wrong of him to do that... no better then the people that poor kid worked for.... but still, he had to admit to himself.. he was obsessed.

<Gabriel> What if Squall died anyway? He would just be another death to prosecute Xellos for.........

<Sanosuke> That was another thought... and it made him nearly chew his pen in half. If that kid died he would have his proof on Xellos... but... he knew inside it would only help to tear appart his soul more...

<Gabriel> But what could he do... pulling the kid out would mean losing his contact... his chance at proof

<Sanosuke> He could only hope and pray the kid would be ok in the end... maybe he could bust these guys before they had a chance to kill him.,

<Gabriel> But how long did he have?

<Sanosuke> Seifer decided to check up on Squall at his appartment tonight...

<Gabriel> It was the least he could do...

<Sanosuke> That night.. while Squall was out of it... he had his share of men having him.... several at a time.

<Gabriel> None of it would be directly remembered... just revisited in hellish flashbacks later.

<Sanosuke> At last he could go home.. and by that time he was slightly more with it.

<Gabriel> Squall enters his apartment... barely feeling how much pain he is in....and flops down on his cot

<Sanosuke> He heard a knock on his door a few minutes later.

<Gabriel> "open... " Squall yells

<Sanosuke> Seifer walked in and looked at him.

<Gabriel> "Hi..." squall says.. his voice quavering a little....

<Sanosuke> "How are you doing?"

<Gabriel> "I dont.. really know..... "

<Sanosuke> "You... seem out of it."

<Gabriel> "out.... of it..." Squall says... "no.. Im here.. not out..... this is my home right?"

<Sanosuke> "Yeah." Seifer came over and sat down to look at him.

<Gabriel> Squall is quite obviously... doped up.. or sick...

<Sanosuke> "Been taking drugs?" Seifer asked softly.

<Gabriel> "Xellos.. gave me something.. " Squall answers...

<Sanosuke> "They forced you then?"

<Gabriel> "said it would make me feel better..."

<Sanosuke> "Well... we now have proof they get their entertainment to use drugs...."

<Gabriel> "Im cold... now.. though... I need to turn up my heat..."

<Sanosuke> Seifer put his hand on Squall's head.

<Gabriel> Squall shys away from the hand slightly....

<Sanosuke> "You're cold?" Seifer asked him.

<Gabriel> "Mmhmm... " Squall says... "I feel okay though..."

<Sanosuke> Seifer pulled the blankets around Squall and had a slight frown on his face.

<Gabriel> Squall purrs and curls up in them... but seems to have a hard time getting comfortable

<Sanosuke> Seifer ran his hand down Squall's back to try and comfort him.

<Gabriel> Squall shivers.. and tries to cuddle up to Seifer...

<Sanosuke> Seifer blinked. "You're realy that cold?"

<Gabriel> "I .. just want to be close... Im sorry.. anyone else.. I get close... they hurt... me"

<Sanosuke> "It's.. ok." Seifer slipped in around him, holding him.

<Gabriel> Squall snuggles close... obviously warm enough from the feel of his skin... but coming down off the drug is making him feel cold

<Sanosuke> Seifer's hands came togther around Squall's chest, keeping him close and secure... like a safety net.

<Gabriel> "Thank you... for being here..." Squall mumbles

<Sanosuke> "You're welcome.... don't got any place to be.." Seifer whispered.

<Gabriel> "Please.. dont make me go back..."

<Sanosuke> "Well... I can bust them right now on drug and prostitution charges..."

<Gabriel> "please.. I dont want to stay anymore..." Squall whimpers...

<Sanosuke> "Ok.. shhh.... ok...." Seifer stroked over his chest.

<Gabriel> Squall purrs softly at that... trembling a little... the drug still masking most of his pain

<Sanosuke> "They'll only get a few years if convicted you know.." Seifer told him, still trying to comfort with chest stroking.

<Sanosuke> It was different to wake up with someone's arms around him...

<Gabriel> Squall smiles... because the arms are warm.. and comfortable... and arent demanding anything from him

<Sanosuke> He could feel warm breathe against his neck... sleepy breath.... Seifer had fallen asleep holding him.. hadn't left.

<Gabriel> Squall strokes a finger along one of Seifer's hands..... wishing that he could wake up this way all the time....... it made life... bearable

<Sanosuke> Even though he barely knew the cop... he couldn't even be sure he would be interested.... and Squall had been tromped on so often....

<Gabriel> Squall sighs and closes his eyes... wishing his life werent this way... and reluctant to move from such bliss..... even though its only make believe...

<Sanosuke> He heard Seifer groan softly, muttering a name.

<Gabriel> Squall frowns... and gently slides out of Seifer's arms... "It was nice to pretend for even a moment..." he mumbles... looking at the clock by his bed

<Sanosuke> Seifer didn't let go he pulled Squall closer and whimpered, asleep but buring his face in Squall's hair.

<Gabriel> Squall is about to cry... because... even though its him... Seifer is dreaming about someone else... so no matter how nice it feels.. its not meant for him at all

<Sanosuke> Seifer seemed to be crying already.... muttering a name... a male name... and clutching Squall tightly as if he was about to vanish into thin air.

<Gabriel> Squall closes his eyes again and cuddles back against Seifer.. making the most out of the situation

<Sanosuke> Seifer woke up with a start "wahh?"

<Gabriel> "sorry..." squall mumbles

<Sanosuke> Seifer rubbed his eyes. "Oh... no... it's me who should beg forgivness.. I'm sorry...

<Gabriel> "No.. I liked it.... "

<Sanosuke> "Liked what?"

<Gabriel> "Being held... you burried your face in my hair too..."

<Sanosuke> "I was.. dreaming..."

<Gabriel> "I know.... nobody would ever want me for anything but prostitution... you dont have to feel bad"

<Sanosuke> "Hey, don't think that... Squall... you never wanted to be one..."

<Gabriel> "No... I dont want to be one.. I hurt... right now..."

<Sanosuke> "I know... then never think people will want you for just that."

<Gabriel> "Im afraid.. to get a shower.. I dont want to see how bruised I am... I dont remember what I did last night either"

<Sanosuke> "Conquer your fear.... I'll be right here."

<Gabriel> Squall slips out of the bed and takes off his shirt "you dont mind.. do you?"

<Sanosuke> "No... I'll wait." Seifer had a far away look already, as if thinking.

<Gabriel> Squall nods... and undresses right there... not caring if Seifer sees him since everyone else already has...

<Sanosuke> Seifer wasn't even looking, he had his hands to his chest and a look of sadness over his face

<Gabriel> Squall frowns at the bruises and bite marks on his face.... and at the dried blood on his thighs Then... shaking his head goes into the bathroom to shower

<Sanosuke> Seifer stayed put, not seeming to want to move.

<Gabriel> Squall washes himself slowly.... wincing as the washcloth makes some of his bruises sting

<Sanosuke> The blood washed away down his body and into the drain.

<Gabriel> "I wish my life would wash away....... " Squall says to himself "All the dirt thats on me.... wont ever go away though"

<Sanosuke> Even with all the scrubbing he was doing.. all that would wash away was the blood.

<Gabriel> Squall finishes washing himself.... then dries himself slowly "I dont want to go back tonight.... but I will ... to help Seifer... at least someone will be happy.... and I owe him for... his letting me pretend a little"

<Sanosuke> Seifer was still sitting on the bed, his eyes closed... tears at the corners of his eyes,

<Gabriel> Squall comes out of the bathroom... a robe tied around him

<Sanosuke> Seifer didn't look up, he was sniffling.

<Gabriel> "Whats wrong?" Squall asks

<Sanosuke> Seifer blinked and opened his eyes. "I.. I was just.. remembering..."

<Gabriel> "oh.. okay.. I dont have anything to offer you..... to eat or anything"

<Sanosuke> "It's ok... I'm not hungry... I just want to do my job."

<Gabriel> Squall nods... "I understand...."

<Sanosuke> "I didn't mean to... hold you so tight."

<Gabriel> "Its okay..."

<Sanosuke> "I guess... when I felt myself holding someone.. I got lost in the past..."

<Gabriel> "look... dont worry about it.." Squall says... trying to not let this shatter his little fantasy of actually being cared about

<Sanosuke> "You've been through a lot... I don't want to make it worse by burdening you with my probs."

<Gabriel> "Its okay.... really.. "

<Sanosuke> "You sure?"

<Gabriel> Squall nods... smiling slightly

<Gabriel> "It let me pretend that someone cared.... made me happy for a little while..."

<Sanosuke> Seifer nodded. "Got any coffee?"

<Sanosuke> "It did?"

<Gabriel> "I might have some instant stuff..... and yes it did.... "

<Sanosuke> "Thanks."

<Gabriel> Squall goes out to his kitchen... little more than an alcove with a stove sink and refridgerator

<Sanosuke> Seifer watched him. "Do you eat often?"

<Gabriel> "When I get the chance..."

<Sanosuke> Seifer got up. "Why not just come out and get something to eat then? I'll pay."

<Gabriel> Squall smiles "okay"

<Sanosuke> Seifer headed for the door. "Come on."

<Gabriel> Squall nods and pulls on clothing real quick.. then follows Seifer

<Sanosuke> Seifer brought him to a place where they could get breakfast all day long.

<Gabriel> Squall looks like a kid in a candy store as he peruses the menu

<Sanosuke> "Order as much as you like." Seifer told him, ordering coffee.

<Gabriel> squall brightens up.. and orders a big breakfast

<Sanosuke> Seifer didn't order anything but the coffee as he lit up the cigarette.

<Gabriel> Squall digs in when the food comes.. wolfing it down at an alarming rat

<Sanosuke> "Eating helps you stay healthy." Seifer said, leaned back and smoking.

<Gabriel> "I dont usually have the money.."

<Sanosuke> "I got the money.. eat what you like."

<Gabriel> "Thanks..." Squall says...thinking over the reasons why Seifer is being nice to him.. and selecting the one "he's using me like everyone else..... but to solve his case.. not for sex.."

<Sanosuke> Seifer didn't even eat.. he just drank the coffee and smoked.

<Gabriel> Squall eats... gorging himself while he can..

<Sanosuke> After all his preaching about how food was good Seifer didn't touch a thing.

<Gabriel> "How come you arent eating?"

<Sanosuke> "Not hungry..." Seifer sighed, looking away with the cig between two fingers.

<Gabriel> "Oh.. you know if Xellos or any of thier lackys sees me out.. Im in trouble"

<Sanosuke> "I'll keep you safe."

<Gabriel> "Okay..."

<Sanosuke> Seifer seemed to be a troubled man... maybe he didn't care much for life other then to get Xellos....

<Gabriel> "Only a few hours left until I have to work.." squall says.. trying to make conversation

<Sanosuke> Seifer turned to him and nodded. "Alright."

<Gabriel> Squall sighs "Im gonna do what you want me to do .... I dont care anymore.... Ive pretty much made my decision"

<Sanosuke> "Be careful when you do."

<Gabriel> Squall shakes his head "dont pretend to care... "

<Sanosuke> "What?"

<Gabriel> "Why tell me to be careful... ? I have to die so you can get Xellos"

<Sanosuke> "No.. you don't. You don't need to die for that kid." Seifer's eyes showed.. sadness at that.

<Gabriel> "I want to..."

<Sanosuke> "You.. want to.. die?"

<Gabriel> "Yes.. I want to fucking die... look at me..."

<Sanosuke> Seifer sighed. "Kid.. you got your whole life ahead of you.. once they're gone you can have a life..."

<Gabriel> "No.. no I cant....... look at me.... its all I know how to do..."

<Sanosuke> "Kid.. come on.. I'm sure there is more."

<Gabriel> "No.. there isnt.... you wouldnt understand..."

<Sanosuke> Seifer sighed. "Maybe i would... try me."

<Gabriel> "Why bother...."

<Sanosuke> "Try me.."

<Gabriel> "its all I know.... I didnt have parents... I didnt get schooling... I have no skills.. other than my body......... and its broken now.. I cant go on... so Im going to let them kill me..... maybe Im giving up.. but I want to die"

<Sanosuke> Seifer sighed. "Then why'd you even bother to eat?"

<Gabriel> "My last meal perhaps...."

<Sanosuke> "Kid... don't go back then.. I'll just bust em now."

<Gabriel> "no. they'll just get out... do it right"

<Sanosuke> Seifer sighed.

<Gabriel> "Dont act like you care.... nobody does... nobody ever will.. Im broken and nobody wants broken things ..."

<Sanosuke> Seifer looked away agian. "I'm broken too..."

<Gabriel> "Bull.."

<Sanosuke> "Oh shut up... I got no family... I saw them die when I was little... so don't tell me I'm not broken.."

<Gabriel> Squall pushes away from the table and stands up "I have no time to listen to sob stories when Im living one of my own....... thanks for feeding me...." He says... and just leaves

<Sanosuke> Seifer sighed and asked himself why he tried to talk that kid out of dying since he himself was planning to kill himself once all this was over.

<Gabriel> Squall returns home... to poke and wince over his bruises.. and to just try and relax.. until its time to go to work

<Sanosuke> Seifer went off to work, wondering why he wanted that kid to live so bad.,

<Gabriel> "I knew he didnt really care.. " squall mumbles to himself.....

<Sanosuke> When it came time to go to work he heard a knock at his door.

<Gabriel> "Unlocked" Squall calls out... not caring who walks in usually

<Sanosuke> Xellos walked in. "Ah, good... you're ready."

<Gabriel> Squall nods

<Sanosuke> Xellos handed him a pill. "Swallow."

<Gabriel> Squall shakes his head "No..."

<Sanosuke> "No? Why not?"

<Gabriel> "I didnt like waking up... after taking that..."

<Sanosuke> "Not feel good?"

<Gabriel> "You could say that..."

<Sanosuke> "Ah, so that's why you're saying no?"

<Gabriel> Squall nods

<Sanosuke> "Well... take it... you won't hurt."

<Gabriel> 'Do I have to?"

<Sanosuke> "Would you rather hurt?"

<Gabriel> "I guess.. not.."

<Sanosuke> "Then take it."

<Gabriel> Squall takes the pill into his hand..... and looks at it sadly

<Sanosuke> "It's not that bad... its a pain killer." Xellos told him.

<Gabriel> "I know... i didnt feel or remember anything last night..."

<Sanosuke> "Good. See? It help you do your job.":

<Gabriel> Squall nods and takes the pill

<Sanosuke> Xellos helpped him to work after that.

<Gabriel> Squall is pretty dazed on whatever drug it is...

<Sanosuke> The problem with the drug was that since he didn't remmeber he couldn't help Seifer either.

<Gabriel> Squall goes thru the night.. not knowing what he's doing for the most part

<Sanosuke> at the end of it he's left seemingly passed out behind the couch... not able to move or really make noise

<Gabriel> Squall puts his thumb in his mouth... and shivers.. but for some reason he just cant move... even though he's aware....

<Sanosuke> Xellos walked in and looked at Squall and nudged him with his foot then chuckled. "Looks like goldenboy is passed out boss."

<Gabriel> "Heh... he's kinda cute that way"

<Sanosuke> "Yep... oh well. I think he's starting to wear down some." Xellos sat on the waterbed.

<Gabriel> Lina nods "Not long until we can call in the film crew.... he seems to make a lot more drugged up though... but it wont last long"

<Sanosuke> "You mean the cameras in the ceiling will not be enough? They really getting that demanding?"

<Gabriel> "Yeah... unfortunately... but theres people willing to do it.."

<Sanosuke> "Ah, that's good. I've been shopping for the usal pyschos... have there been any requests?"

<Gabriel> "A few... they've been placing bids ever since we made him go beyond dancing

<Sanosuke> Xellos chuckled. "I mean the buyers of the tapes.. they got any psycho they want for it?"

<Gabriel> "Mm.. not sure..

<Sanosuke> "Cause it's best to keep the buyer's happy."

<Gabriel> "Well its always best that its one of the prettier ones..."

<Sanosuke> "Yes... very pretty. Pretty and evil.. like my mommy only a guy..."

<Gabriel> "Any ideas ?"

<Sanosuke> "What about Nuriko?"

<Gabriel> "oooh... yeah.. him. Well long as we keep our distance it should be safe.."

<Sanosuke> "Mmm... yeah. He's so beautiful no one suspects... heh."

<Gabriel> Lina chuckles "Well.. go make arrangements... Im not going near him"

<Gabriel> "well I'll phone but... he gives me the willies"

<Sanosuke> "Alright. I'll keep you safe if you're that worried."

<Gabriel> "Should we scrape squall up and send him home?" Lina asks.. peering at the still form..."he's not dead is he?"

<Sanosuke> Xellos poked Squall. "Nope, he's still breathing. I'll take care of it boss."

<Gabriel> "Alright"

<Sanosuke> Xellos picked Squall up and carried him home.

<Gabriel> Squall stays limp the entire time.... a little paniced inside because he heard..... and because he's afraid he's paralyzed

<Sanosuke> Xellos put him in bed and left.

<Gabriel> Squall lies there.... until he's finally able to move.... when he can.. he tries to call Seifer

<Sanosuke> Seifer picked up. "Hello?"

<Gabriel> "... Seifer?"

<Sanosuke> "Squall? That you?"

<Gabriel> "yeah.... I heard things..."

<Sanosuke> "I'll be right over."

<Gabriel> Squall curls up on his bed... waiting

<Sanosuke> Seifer was there soon after. "Squall... you ok?"

<Gabriel> "Mmph.. yea.. just.. they did it again"

<Sanosuke> "Drugged you up?"

<Gabriel> "I didnt want to take it.. But I did.. "

<Sanosuke> Seifer hugged him.

<Gabriel> "Im gonna die"

<Sanosuke> "Shhh.... I won't let you."

<Gabriel> "They're gonna..."

<Sanosuke> "Kill you?"

<Gabriel> "mmhmm"

<Sanosuke> "I'm not gonna let them... Wait, you got proof they are planning?"

<Gabriel> "Nuriko...

<Sanosuke> Seifer blinked. "The dragqueen who lives like he's some sort of lord, or lady as he'd prefure, who is rummored to also be into killing for fun?"

<Gabriel> "I dont know... but.. they said he's beautiful... and they are afraid of him"

<Sanosuke> "Those are the rummers I heard."

<Gabriel> "He's gonna kill me.... I hope it doesnt .. hurt too much"

<Sanosuke> "Squall... I'm... not gonna let that.. happen. No more deaths."

<Gabriel> "I have to..."

<Sanosuke> "No, you don't..."

<Gabriel> "yes...." Squall mumbles... and squinches up

<Sanosuke> "Why?"

<Gabriel> "To make it stop"

<Sanosuke> "The pain?"

<Gabriel> "everything.... has to stop"

<Sanosuke> Seifer sighed... "I know."

<Gabriel> "And it all ends... soon.."

<Sanosuke> Seifer sighed and put his head on Squall's shoulder.

<Gabriel> "Dont do that.. please.. "

<Sanosuke> "Don't do what?"

<Gabriel> "Make me think you care..."

<Sanosuke> "I just.. know how you feel."

<Gabriel> "No... you cant know what I feel'

<Sanosuke> "I know how it feels wanting to die.. having nothing to live for... to hate life."

<Gabriel> "Do you know what pain is?" Squall asks

<Sanosuke> "My parents were murried when I was a child.. murdered by Xellos's psyco mother... and my partner.. my love.. was murdered by I belive Xellos himself..."

<Gabriel> "....."

<Sanosuke> "my entire life now is geered toward catching Xellos and putting him away... after that, my life can end..."

<Gabriel> "Go away please... just give me a nice burial is all I ask"

<Sanosuke> Seifer let go and sighed. "You want that?"

<Gabriel> "You care about yourself.. and your revenge..... I knew you were just using me"

<Sanosuke> "Squall I... I still don't want you to die..."

<Gabriel> "You want me to live and suffer more while you rest in peace... thanks... "

<Sanosuke> "No... kid..." Seifer sighed and shook his head, not sure what to say.

<Gabriel> "I'll just find another strip joint to work for... and get abused again"

<Sanosuke> "You can do something more then that."

<Gabriel> "I have no education"

<Sanosuke> "Why not get one?"

<Gabriel> "with what money.... I need to work to get money.. I need to get money to pay for school... I need school to get a real job to get money...

<Sanosuke> "I'll make sure it's paid for."

<Gabriel> "You'll be dead... get out"

<Sanosuke> Seifer turned away from him. "I'll be dead since I have nothing to live for.. if I have something to live for... I... I won't want to die any more."

<Gabriel> "get yourself a dog then... but dont be telling me to live and exist if you dont have to... thats a load of shit

<Sanosuke> "Squall... if... I had someone to watch over... that would give me a reason to live... my life.. I could keep you safe."

<Gabriel> "why would you wanna.... Im not going to deny you peace.."

<Sanosuke> "Because there is no proof death will do that..."

<Gabriel> "... then what do you want from me?"

<Sanosuke> "You still have a chance to make it in life... "

<Gabriel> "So you want me to exist so you can exist...."

<Sanosuke> "No... you're just... " Seifer sighed. "It hurts too bad..."

<Gabriel> "Fine... go away and fucking die and leave me alone....... Im sick of listening to you"

<Sanosuke> Seifer headed for the door, head down. "If you want to talk... call me again."

<Gabriel> "Im tired of talking... all you wanna do is die and leave me alone.."

<Sanosuke> "No I don't!" Seifer spun on him. "That's not what I want to do at all."

<Gabriel> "then what do you want.....?"

<Sanosuke> "I want to stop this cycle of death and destruction.. I want to rekindle hope..."

<Gabriel> "In english....."

<Sanosuke> "I want to stop Xellos without loosing anyone else."

<Gabriel> "Will you stay with me.?"

<Sanosuke> "Yes."

<Gabriel> "promise?"

<Sanosuke> "I swear." Seifer walked back to him.

<Gabriel> Squall reaches out his hand

<Sanosuke> Seifer took it.

<Gabriel> Squall squeezes it and pulls Seifer down with him

<Sanosuke> Seifer hugged him.

<Gabriel> Squall hugs him as well... closing his eyes blissfully

<Sanosuke> Seifer held him in his arms and rocked him slowly.

<Gabriel> "thank you... " Squall mumbles

<Sanosuke> "You're welcome."

<Gabriel> Squalls hands move over Seifer's back a little... "I hope you dont mind doing this.... I need this..."

<Sanosuke> "It's ok..."

<Gabriel> "It doesnt make oyu hurt... does it?"

<Sanosuke> "No... it doesn't... makes me miss him but... I know I can';t have him back."

<Gabriel> "what was he like?"

<Sanosuke> "He was my partner... and we lived together. He could sometimes be a big dumb jerk but he was kind and sesitive most of the time."

<Gabriel> "He sounds like he was nice... I hope you meet someone like him again... someday..."

<Sanosuke> "He was also a drunk... but i loved him a great deal."

<Gabriel> "Im gonna end up a druggie..." Squall says quietly....

<Sanosuke> "You can get rehab."

<Gabriel> "How much longer..until you can bust them?

<Sanosuke> "Do you have the proof other then what you heard?"

<Gabriel> "Only my dead body..." Squall shivers against Seifer

<Sanosuke> "You're not gonna die... but... Squall... I got an idea... it's very dangerous though. think you can fake being drugged up?"

<Gabriel> "Yea... I can.. Its easy"

<Sanosuke> "Do you know how to handle a gun?"

<Gabriel> "um... not really"

<Sanosuke> "Should I teach you?"

<Gabriel> Squall nods

<Sanosuke> Seifer got up and pulled out his gun.

<Gabriel> Squall looks at it

<Sanosuke> Seifer took out the clip and handed the gun to Squall.

<Gabriel> Squall looks it over

<Sanosuke> "Hold it in your hand." Seifer told him.

<Gabriel> Squall holds it... looking almost to be a natural ...

<Sanosuke> "There is a saftey... do you know how to work that?"

<Gabriel> Squall shakes his head

<Sanosuke> Seifer showed him, placing his hands over Squall's.

<Gabriel> Squall smiles watching carefully

<Sanosuke> "See?" Seifer smiled back.

<Gabriel> "Yeah..."

<Sanosuke> "Think you can hide that in your clothing?"

<Gabriel> "I dont wear much in clothing..."

<Sanosuke> "Maybe in your shorts?"

<Gabriel> Squall nods "Yeah.. I think I cou;d

<Sanosuke> "Could you shoot someone if you had to?"

<Gabriel> "I.. dunno"

<Sanosuke> "Well.... Hide it with you... and it will keep you safe."

<Gabriel> Squall nods "okay.."

<Sanosuke> Seifer smiled and put the clip in the gun and safetied it.

<Gabriel> Squall gets up ... a little wobbly but feeling much better

<Sanosuke> Seifer sat down. "Shall I stay all day?"

<Gabriel> "Please?"

<Sanosuke> "I will."

<Gabriel> 'Theres not much to do around here..... I dont have much to spend on books ... or movies... or anything for that matter"

<Sanosuke> "It's ok. I'll just stay here."

<Gabriel> "would you mind holding me? It feels nice"

<Sanosuke> Seifer held him. "Sure."

<Gabriel> Squall snuggles against Seifer.. his warm breath blowing on his face

<Sanosuke> Seifer leaned his head on Squall's shoulder.

<Gabriel> "This feels so nice..." Squall murmurs... bringing up a hand to timdily play with Seifer's hair..... hoping that wont bother him

<Sanosuke> Seifer didn't seem to mind at all, resting against Squall.

<Gabriel> "Most of the time... people just want to be in and out... sex.. thats all they care about.."

<Sanosuke> "They are sex addicts... all they want is pleasure."

<Gabriel> "mmhmm'

<Sanosuke> "I'll hold you."

<Gabriel> "but this is pure pleasure.. "

<Sanosuke> "Being held?"

<Gabriel> "yes..."

<Sanosuke> "I havn't been held in a while."

<Gabriel> "we can snuggle... if you want"

<Sanosuke> "Been so long.. yes, lets."

<Gabriel> Squall smiles... and pulls Seifer to lay down with him...

<Sanosuke> Seifer got comfy against him.

<Gabriel> "I could stay like this forever.."

<Sanosuke> "Me too..."

<Gabriel> Squall resists the soft urges that nag him... the ones that want him to touch and kiss Seifer

<Sanosuke> "Zack and I used to share the bed... so I've missed warmth of bed so much..."

<Gabriel> "I'll share with you... if you want me to..."

<Sanosuke> "Alright... warm.. and sleep..."

<Gabriel> Squall snuggles against Seifer' kissing his forhead then closing his eyes to rest

<Sanosuke> Seifer snuggled back, holding him and drifting to sleep.

<Sanosuke> Seifer's warm breath splashed Squall's neck.

<Gabriel> Squall shifts groggily.. not wanting to get up...

<Sanosuke> Seifer was still asleep.

<Gabriel> Squall smiles.. glad to have someone to share his life with... well sorta.....

<Sanosuke> Seifer seemed rather comfortable against Squall.

<Gabriel> Squall cuddles close... again... not bothering to check the clock.... not really caring anymore

<Sanosuke> Seifer started to wake when he clutched him closer.

<Gabriel> Squall tries to soothe seifer back to sleep. not wanting to get up

<Sanosuke> "Mmm.... morning."

<Gabriel> "Morning... well .. its evening now...."

<Sanosuke> "How true... sleep well?"

<Gabriel> "yeah.. youre nice and warm... and comfortable..." Squall murmurs

<Sanosuke> "I.. havn't... slept this well for a while."

<Gabriel> "well.. Im always willing to share my bed... or any bed with you... Im assuming where you live is nicer...

<Sanosuke> "Yeah, it is."

<Gabriel> "This is a rathole..." Squall says softly

<Sanosuke> "I know. Ready to go to work? I'll be hanging out at th club so if anything happens I'll be right there."

<Gabriel> "I hope Xellos doesnt drop by again...

<Sanosuke> "If he does... I can hide... or something."

<Gabriel> Squall nods... and nuzzles Seifer's neck

<Sanosuke> "Keep the gun."

<Gabriel> "I will..." Squall sighs... reluctant to get out of bed

<Sanosuke> Seifer got up with him.

<Gabriel> Squall showers and dresses... putting on something he can hide a gun in easier

<Sanosuke> Seifer made the bed and looked around, waiting for Squall.

<Gabriel> Squall finishes what he's doing and goes to Seifer... smiling "Im ready for anything...... I think"

<Sanosuke> "Good. I'll be ready in the club." He smiled at Squall and walked out.

<Gabriel> Squall waits a bit... to see if Xellos is going to show

<Sanosuke> He didn't... Squall was to get to work on his own.

<Gabriel> Squall heads for work... uncomfortable with the gun that he has strapped inside his clothing

<Sanosuke> He could see Seifer a the bar, waiting and drinking slowly.

<Gabriel> Squall heads into the backroom... going to his dressing room as usual

<Sanosuke> Xellos showed up there to give him his dose.

<Gabriel> Squall takes it... looking at it sadly as usual

<Gabriel> "Must I?"

<Sanosuke> "Yes boy, you must."

<Gabriel> "Why... am I worth more doped up?"

<Sanosuke> "Yes because you don't complain."

<Gabriel> Squall sighs... and thinks about how to pretend to take the pill

<Sanosuke> Xellos escorted him to the room.

<Gabriel> "Whats the hurry tonight sir?" Squall asks.. dropping the pill into a pocket then putting his hand over his mouth

<Sanosuke> "Don't ask so many questions... Just do as you're told." He pushed Squall onto the bed

<Gabriel> Squall nods dumbly... pretending to get fuzzy

<Sanosuke> Xellos licked his cheek before leaving.

<Gabriel> Squall shudders slightly... then puts his hands on his head

<Sanosuke> He'd have to stow the gun before anyone came in.

<Gabriel> Squall rolls onto his stomach for a moment... somewhat aware of the cameras... and stashes the gun best he can without being seen

<Sanosuke> Soon he had customers.

<Sanosuke> Xellos and Lina were watching him on the cameras.

<Gabriel> Squall tries to act as drugged as he can .. not sure how that is but hoping he can pull it off

<Sanosuke> "Is Nuriko coming?" Xellos asked.

<Gabriel> Lina shudders

<Sanosuke> "I take that as a yes... I best get things ready... he takes anything not done to his tastes as an insult."

<Gabriel> Lina nods "As long as I dont have to go near him..."

<Sanosuke> "I'll protect you boss.... but he will want to talk to you at least..."

<Gabriel> Lina sighs "okay.. okay... I'll live"

<Sanosuke> "When shall we send for him?"

<Gabriel> "Whenever you like... I just want to get it over with.."

<Sanosuke> "How about tomorrow?"

<Gabriel> "Alright... that is good..."

<Sanosuke> "So I have to get everything ready and perfect for our.. guest."

<Gabriel> "Yup.. god .. dont make any mistakes Xellos.."

<Sanosuke> "I won't. I'm used to dealing with psychos."

<Gabriel> "I know.."

<Sanosuke> "Mother trained me well."

<Gabriel> "Only psycho Im used to dealing with is you.."

<Sanosuke> Xellos grinned. "REally? You think I am?"

<Gabriel> "Yeah.."

<Sanosuke> "Why thank you."

<Gabriel> Lina pats Xellos on the head

<Sanosuke> Xellos licked his lips and headed to make preperations.

<Gabriel> "I never understand him.. " Lina sighs to herself... and goes back to watching her monitors

<Sanosuke> Squall went through all his customers without a problem./

<Gabriel> "that wasnt too bad.." squall mumbles to himself...

<Sanosuke> Squall left with his gun and Seifer was at the bar to take him home.

<Gabriel> "No problems today.. at all Seifer"

<Sanosuke> Seifer helped him home. "That's good."

<Gabriel> Squall leans against Seifer... "Here.. " He says... and hands him the pill out of his pocket

<Sanosuke> Seifer took it. "Thanks kid." He put it into a pouch.

<Gabriel> "Im a little sore... but there wasnt as many people today.."

<Sanosuke> "Alright... at least they didn't try to kill you."

<Gabriel> Squall nods

<Gabriel> "You gonna stay with me tonight again?"

<Sanosuke> "Yes." Seifer held him again.

<Gabriel> "thank you... you are wonderful.." Squall purrs

<Sanosuke> "I've been through a lot and I want the killings to stop."

<Gabriel> "Is that the only reason?" Squall asks... trying not to feel too hurt

<Sanosuke> "No... I suppose not."

<Gabriel> "If... things go well...I want to try something with you"

<Sanosuke> "Try what?"

<Gabriel> "A relationship.... will you........... would you want to...?"

<Sanosuke> "I... I think I might... try again, yes."

<Gabriel> "I really... youre very nice... :

<Sanosuke> "You're nice too... I hate seeing you hurt like this."

<Gabriel> "Its... not that bad... at least youre helping me.."

<Sanosuke> "Yeah.. we're helping eachother."

<Gabriel> Squall nuzzles his neck.. pressing tight "Youre helping me a lot more than I am you"

<Sanosuke> "That can't be true... what you're doing helps me more then anything."

<Gabriel> "youre getting me out of this life.. away from death... I owe you so much..."

<Sanosuke> "And I'm getting a lot too... the finnal end to my long task."

<Gabriel> "and a new beginning too..."

<Sanosuke> Seifer smiled. "Yes.. one that can take away the pain of the old."

<Gabriel> "Im a bit exited about it being oveR"

<Sanosuke> "Getting to leave the life you hate.. the one those fiends forced you into?"

<Gabriel> "Yes.. do.. you think I can get a nicer place to live?"

<Sanosuke> "My place is nice."

<Gabriel> "I could live with you.. if you want me"

<Sanosuke> "Keep me sane... give me a reason to want to live... to find that life can be good again... with you."

<Gabriel> "I would be so happy... "

<Sanosuke> "And I'll be cheerful again."

<Gabriel> Squall slips his arms around Seifer and squeezes him tightly

<Sanosuke> Seifer held him. "If something goes wrong... if.. if they do kill you kid... I'm gonna do what i planned after I get back at them."

<Gabriel> "I dont want to die now ... Im happy.. for once"

<Sanosuke> "Good. I will not let them kill you."

<Gabriel> Squall strokes his fingers along Seifer's face... "I wont let them kill me"

<Sanosuke> "Good." Seifer smiled brightly for once and ran a finger down Squall's spine.

<Gabriel> Squall mmmm's softly.... finding this sooo different from the usual roughness of his customers

<Sanosuke> "I havn't touched anyone in a while." Seifer said softly.

<Gabriel> "You can touch me all you want... as long as you are gentle"

<Sanosuke> "Really?"

<Gabriel> Squall nods

<Sanosuke> Seifer sighed. "I think my lust might get the best of me."

<Gabriel> "Its okay.. just give it time... "

<Sanosuke> "Give what time?"

<Gabriel> "Us... me.. you know.. perhaps it was a bad choice of words"

<Sanosuke> "I know... what I mean is... it's been so long but I'll hate myself cause people use you ever night and I don't want to be like them to you."

<Gabriel> Squall shakes his head "They are different.... all it is for them.. is lust.. I think you'd be putting something a lot more into it"

<Sanosuke> "It feels like lust... but perhaps the beginings of something more?"

<Gabriel> "hopefully" Squall purrs

<Sanosuke> Seifer kissed him, softly... sweetly.

<Gabriel> Squall feels an almost unbelievable sensating through himself.... and he squeezes Seifer all the more tightly

<Sanosuke> Seifer closed his eyes, not having kissed anyone for over 2 years.

<Gabriel> Squall begins to return the kiss a little timidly... never having had the chance to do it before

<Sanosuke> Seifer held him close, arms wrapping him as his warm mouth latched onto Squall's.

<Gabriel> Squall's hands wander Seifer's back lazily as they kiss, enjoying it all

<Sanosuke> The cop moved with Squall, moving to the beed.

<Sanosuke> bed

<Gabriel> Squall doesnt mind that this has happened countless times with complete strangers.... he wants this one time with someone he knows... and now trusts

<Sanosuke> Seifer moved slowly though... peeling the clothing off of Squall and kissing the flesh.

<Gabriel> Squall blushes slightly..... even though he's been naked hundreds of times before people..... but for some reason this is different <Sanosuke> Seifer pulled out of his own clothing, still kiss that.

<Gabriel> Squall runs his hands over Seifer's skin.. letting himself enjoy these things for the first time ever

<Sanosuke> "It's... almost like... those others.. hadn't touched you.." Seifer whispered, kissing his neck.

<Gabriel> "They didnt... not in my eyes.. they may have touched my body... but not me... " Squall mumbles... feeling passionate for the first time

<Sanosuke> "It's been a while since I touched anyone in any way."

<Gabriel> "Dont be afraid to touch me Seifer... I want to be touched by you"

<Sanosuke> "I'm not afraid... i just like being touched back."

<Gabriel> "I will... " Squall purrs.. and caresses Seifer's chest

<Gabriel> "How can I not? Youre beautiful"

<Sanosuke> Seifer smiled at the complement and the touch and kissed Squall's lips with tenderness.

<Gabriel> Squall licks Seifer's lips shyly... his hands wandering to brush Seifer's abs

<Sanosuke> Seifer opened his lips, letting the tongue in as his hands moved across Squall's sides.

<Gabriel> Squall moves his tongue against Seifer's moving his hands around to feel his ass

<Sanosuke> Seifer seemed to melt at the touch, his ass fitting into Squall's eager hands.

<Sanosuke> Seifer seemed to melt in Squall's hands.

<Gabriel> Squall presses in tighter to Seifer, kneading his ass with his skilled hands

<Sanosuke> Seifer's fingers went back up to Squall's chest as he moaned softly.

<Gabriel> Squall pulls Seifer down onto the bed with him

<Sanosuke> Seifer squeezed his nipples ever so gently/.

<Gabriel> Squall moans ever so softly, growing hard from the treatment

<Sanosuke> Seifer was hard as well, and they rubbed against eachother.

<Gabriel> Squall is experiencing unbelieavable pleasure from this.. from something that only ever caused pain before

<Sanosuke> Seifer ran his tongue along Squall's as his hands moved acros shim.

<Gabriel> Squall slowly trails one of his hands from Seifer's ass around to the front, slipping it between thier bodies to caresse between Seifer's legs

<Sanosuke> Seifer gasped softly and let out a moan.

<Gabriel> Squal fondles him lovingly.. his fingers finding sensitive points to touch and stroke

<Sanosuke> "Gods..." Seifer gasped, latching his mouth to Squall's cheek.

<Gabriel> Squall only lets the tiniest bit of lust into his actions... trying to keep his love for Seifer the paramount thing in his actions

<Sanosuke> Seifer's hardness rubbed Squall's inner thigh soon after./

<Gabriel> Squall is a bit unsure what to offer now... moaning softly as Seifer's cock rubs against him

<Sanosuke> Seifer seemed to know what he wanted but wasn't sure he should take it in case Squall was in pain.

<Gabriel> Squall strokes his fingers through Seifer's hair reassuringly... as if saying he wouldnt have started this if he wasnt going to let Seifer finish

<Sanosuke> Seifer moved slowly though, rubbing against his entrance for a time,.

<Gabriel> Squall continues to touch Seifer lovingly the entire time... enticing him on...

<Sanosuke> Seifer enjoyed it and let himself enter Squall.

<Gabriel> Squall's body shudders slightly as Seifer enters him.... but he's not as tight as he used to be so there is little pain for him

<Sanosuke> And Seifer was being slow.. not the ramming that most of his customer's enjoyed.

<Gabriel> Squall moans a bit louder now... moving his body with Seifer's gentle lovemaking... enjoying it as he never has before

<Sanosuke> Seifer had not made love for a long time.. so his body had built up lusts.. but he still managed to keep it under control to be gentle with Squall.

<Gabriel> Squall continues to moan, rocking his hips with Seifer... in bliss with the gentle passion he has always dreamed about

<Sanosuke> Seifer's lips travled as much as him as he could managed, slowly reaching his peak.

<Gabriel> Squall's cock leaks onto thier abdomens as they go, Squall's body orgasming shortly after

<Sanosuke> Seifer's joined it and he moaned loudly, holding onto Squall.

<Gabriel> Squall wraps himself around Seifer... keeping him within his body

<Sanosuke> Seifer smiled softly and rested against him.

<Gabriel> "i love you Seifer..... " Squall murmurs... playing with his hair "you dont have to make a decision just yet.. but I love you"

<Sanosuke> ""I havn't heard anyone speak those words in so long."

<Gabriel> "Its true though"

<Sanosuke> "Yes." Seifer nuzzled his neck.

<Gabriel> "Things are going to go just fine..."

<Sanosuke> "I hope so. I will make it so."

<Gabriel> "It will be so" Squall purrs... and laces his fingers with Seifer's

<Sanosuke> "YEs.... finnaly... we'll get them." He held Squall's hand.

<Gabriel> "Then we can both have our vengeance"

<Sanosuke> "Yes... and live happily ever after."

<Gabriel> "Im glad... I never believed in that before now"

<Sanosuke> "What? Happy ever after?"

<Gabriel> "eah"

<Sanosuke> "I hope we will."

<Gabriel> "We will..... there isnt any reason not to"

<Sanosuke> "Yes. Let's get some sleep.. we might need it for tonight."

<Gabriel> Squall nods and lets Seifer slip out of him... then curls up tight against him

<Sanosuke> "Good night... dear." Seifer held him.

<Gabriel> "good night beloved" Squall whispers.. half asleep already

<Sanosuke> Xellos didn'rt come to bed till he was done with the arrangments.

<Gabriel> Lina pulls him close "Everything in order?"

<Sanosuke> "Yep. Everthing will be ready and perfect for him..."

<Gabriel> "Good... dont want him being up set..."

<Sanosuke> "That would be very dangerous. ever dealt with him before?"

<Gabriel> "Once.... very unnerving fellow"

<Sanosuke> "When was that?"

<Gabriel> "Before I met you...."

<Sanosuke> "Ah... over two years ago."

<Gabriel> Lina nods

<Gabriel> "scary bastard.."

<Sanosuke> "What happend?"

<Gabriel> "I was starting up my business back then.. and he stopped by.. told me what he liked... "

<Sanosuke> "Think he was a girl at first?"

<Gabriel> Lina nods "He's so damned beautiful... I'd sleep with him If I didnt know the price you had to pay..."

<Sanosuke> "He doesn't like girls Lina." Xellos chuckled

<Sanosuke> "But I think anyone would want him."

<Gabriel> "Yah I know..

<Sanosuke> "What did he say to you then?"

<Gabriel> "Just had me build some of the place to his specifications” <Sanosuke> "Ah. I see... that explains a few things."

<Gabriel> "yeah... explains a lot of things actually"

<Sanosuke> Xellos rubbed Lina's feet for her.

<Gabriel> "I dont want him here... " Lina whines. "but he's worth so much money... and he pays good too...

<Sanosuke> "When he pays..." Xellos rubbed harder.

<Gabriel> "Yeah.. and we cant go after him when he doesnt but... its worth it.."

<Sanosuke> "Those tapes should be enough..."

<Gabriel> Lina nods

<Sanosuke> "He'll be here tonight for us, right?" Xellos looked up at her.

<Gabriel> "Yeah... make sure you got someone to clean up afterwards...."

<Sanosuke> "Don't worry... I got that covered too."

<Gabriel> "Good.. now .. about how to get rid of Nuriko afterwards... we dont want him killing anyone else..."

<Sanosuke> "I'll talk to him... there is one person Nuriko seems to fear."

<Gabriel> "Oh good..."

<Sanosuke> Xellos rubbed her feet as that knowlage sank in.

<Gabriel> Lina sighs and relaxes ....

<Sanosuke> "Going to get some rest?"

<Gabriel> "yah... Im gonna need it"

<Sanosuke> Xellos tucked her in and curled up in his usal spot at her feet.

<Gabriel> Lina sucks her thumb... worrying as alwayas

<Sanosuke> Xellos got up early and made her evening breakfast.

<Gabriel> Lina eats with her usual gusto... but makes time to complain

<Sanosuke> Xellos ate slowly, napkin in lap. "What's wrong boss?"

<Gabriel> "Nuriko is whats wrong.. please tell me you can get rid of him when he's done..."

<Sanosuke> "I will. don't worry."

<Gabriel> Lina sighs

<Sanosuke> Xellos cleaned off the table. "Did he say when he was gonna be here?"

<Gabriel> "No.. he didnt"

<Sanosuke> "Then in theory he can be here any time?"

<Gabriel> Lina nods..

<Sanosuke> Xellos sweatdropped. "Oh dear."

<Gabriel> "I know..."

<Gabriel> "Is squall even here?"

<Sanosuke> "Not yet... he'll be here though."

<Gabriel> "What are we gonna do if Nuriko gets here before him??

<Sanosuke> "I think Nuriko will get here before him though... it will be better that way too."

<Gabriel> "I know but what if he popped up now... squall isnt due for an hour or so!! “

<Sanosuke> "I'll have to entertain..."

<Gabriel> "have fun..

<Sanosuke> Xellos nodded... and it wasn't long before Nuriko did arive.

<Gabriel> Lina blinks

<Sanosuke> Xellos let Nuriko into the reception area and waited before Lina.

<Gabriel> Lina fidgets

<Sanosuke> Nuriko reclined on the sofa and ate what had been prepaired for him, his face rather unreadible... looking very eligant though.

<Gabriel> Lina waves Xellos over..

<Sanosuke> Xellos turned to her. "YEs boss?" then he whispered, "He's expecting you to great him..."

<Gabriel> "I know.. but what do I say to him? Thanks for coming?"

<Sanosuke> "Yeah... yeah... try that." Xellos sweatdropped.

<Gabriel> Lina stands up... nervous... and drags Xellos along with her

<Sanosuke> Xellos followed and Nuriko looked somewhat amused as he glanced up at them.

<Gabriel> "I.. wanted to thank you for coming on such short notice..." Lina says... trying to stay cool

<Sanosuke> "Delighted to come... been looking forward to it..." His voice was very feminan... if one didn't know better they'd swear he was a girl. "Heard so much about golden boy..."

<Gabriel> "oh.. you have... well I hope he is good for you..."

<Sanosuke> "He should be... why don't you sit."

Xellos nudged Lina that she should.

<Gabriel> Lina sits down... trying not to look stupid.

<Sanosuke> "You don't seem very at ease Lina.." Nuriko purred.

<Gabriel> "well... I am in your presence.. no insult intended"

<Sanosuke> Nuriko chuckled. "None taken... I've heard there is only one other person in the world that makes people this uncomfortble."

<Gabriel> Lina wonders if she should ask.....

<Sanosuke> Nuriko chewed on a peice of fruit, looking at her to see if she knew the answer.

<Gabriel> "um... who is that?" Lina finaly asks

<Sanosuke> Nuriko glanced up. "Why not ask him that."

<Gabriel> "Xellos?"

<Sanosuke> "Oh? Talking about mommy dearist?" Xellos blinked, standing neatly behind Lina.

<Gabriel> "Oh.. his mom?"

<Sanosuke> Nuriko nodded. "You know... Zelas Metallium."

<Gabriel> Lina nods

<Sanosuke> "Yes... only person I've ever met that gives me the creeps." Nuriko laughed softly.

<Gabriel> "well.. you arent that bad... but....I just... am edgy.."

<Sanosuke> Nuriko laughed. "Don't lie Lina..."

<Gabriel> Lina blanches slightly "Well you arent... you havent killed me yet... but... "

<Sanosuke> "But?"

<Gabriel> "Nothing..."

<Sanosuke> Nuriko grinned slightly. "So, when do I get to play with him?"

<Gabriel> "As soon as he gets here....... oh.. do you want him drugged or natural?"

<Sanosuke> "Drugged is no fun..."

<Gabriel> Lina nods "Alright..."

<Sanosuke> "How long will he take to get here you think?"

<Gabriel> "He should be in soon... if not I'll send xellos after him"

<Sanosuke> "I see.... good. I will wait."

<Gabriel> lina nods... forcing herself not to fidget

<Sanosuke> "Can I have a little... entertainment... before the main event?" Nuriko grinned.

<Gabriel> "erm... what sort?"

<Sanosuke> "Non leathel."

<Gabriel> Lina nods "Yes... "

<Sanosuke> Nuriko grinned up at Xellos.

<Gabriel> Lina raises an eyebrow

<Sanosuke> Xellos sweatdrooped. Nuriko continued to grin.

<Gabriel> "Um..."

<Sanosuke> "Him."

<Gabriel> "But I need him to ... run things... and fetch squall..." Lina says quietly.. poking her fingers together

<Sanosuke> "I wouldn';t hurt him... his mom would..." Nuriko shivered for a momment.

<Gabriel> Lina looks at Xellos.. not sure if she wants to hand him over

<Sanosuke> Xellos looked at Lina and whispered, "He hates being denied."

<Gabriel> Lina grimaces "Fine... fine.. "

<Sanosuke> Xellos nodded and went over to.. entertain.. Nuriko as they waited.

<Gabriel> Lina just hopes Squall gets there soon...

<Sanosuke> Seifer sat at the bar with his gun stowed... and gave Squall something to press that he could hide that would alert Seifer to danger to Squall and let him track.

<Gabriel> Squall smiles at Seifer... wanting to hug him but feeling that will get him in trouble... so he sighs and heads back to his dressing room

<Sanosuke> oddly, Xellos wasn't there to great him... but there was a messege to come up to the bosses office.

<Gabriel> Squall frowns and makes sure everything on his person is stowed well.. and heads up to Lina's office

<Sanosuke> When he got there he saw an already strange scene on the couch.

<Gabriel> Squall blinks

<Sanosuke> Nuriko lets go of Xellos who promptly gets dressed and closes the door behind Squall, leaning on it.

<Gabriel> Squall looks confused... not sure whats up... "Ah.."

<Sanosuke> Nuriko stands up and smiles sweatly at him.

<Gabriel> "Squall... this is your Client for the evening... Nuriko..

<Sanosuke> Nuriko walks over to Squall. "He is so lovely...."

<Gabriel> 'N... Nuriko?" Squall asks... a small quaver in his voice

<Sanosuke> Nuriko stroked his fingers through Squall's hair.

<Gabriel> Squall blinks.. and steps back a little

<Sanosuke> "Afraid of me?" Nuriko asked sweetly.

<Gabriel> Squall looks at Nuriko 'Im afraid of everyone..... " pausing.. not sure whether its a sir or ma'am

<Sanosuke> Nuriko pulled Squall to him. "Let's get more comfy.." And dragged him to the couch.

<Gabriel> Squall squeaks slighty.... but lets himself be drug

<Sanosuke> He was in danger... he had to contact Seifer without them knowing.. us the button in his pocket.

<Sanosuke> Nuriko pushed him down on the couch.

<Gabriel> Squall reaches for his pocket... as if he was just scratching himself

<Sanosuke> Nuriko didn't notice as he felt him up.

<Sanosuke> Seifer jumped up from the bar and headed in the direction of his tracker.

<Gabriel> Squall squirms a little... trying to keep the pathetic sounds he makes in the back of his throat

<Sanosuke> Nuriko suckled on his neck, purring and clutching him... then moved around, getting Squall stripped.

<Gabriel> Squall feels sick.. after the wonderfully gentle night with Seifer.... this is paralyzing.... almost painful to be touched like this again

<Sanosuke> Seifer wasn't far now, his gun at his side in his hands...

<Sanosuke> Xellos leaned next to Lina, having activated the cameras a while ago.

<Gabriel> "You think we should have put up a spatter shield?" Lina asks quietly

<Sanosuke> Xellos shrugged. "You're worried about getting blood on you boss?

<Gabriel> "More my couch... and the rest of the things in my office..."

<Sanosuke> "We can get it replaced with the money we'll get from goldenboy..."

<Gabriel> "true.... we can redecorate!"

<Sanosuke> "You've never been in a kill scene before?"

<Gabriel> "Ive seen people killed... just not this way..."

<Sanosuke> "Mom used to drag me with her when I was little sometimes... make me watch her in action."

<Gabriel> "no wonder youre so screwed up..."

<Sanosuke> "But of course. Whoever my dad was my mom killed him a few seconds after he fullfilled his one purpouse in life."

<Gabriel> "must be nice to know"

<Sanosuke> "Hmmm? Why nice?"

<Gabriel> "I was kidding.."

<Sanosuke> Xellos laughed. "Ah..."

<Sanosuke> Seifer was outside the door now.

<Gabriel> Squall isnt exactly enjoying himself

<Sanosuke> Seifer smashed open the door. "Freeze!"

<Gabriel> Lina jumps "What the hell?"

<Sanosuke> "You're all under arrest..." Seifer knew Squall would understand he didn't mean him too in that all.

<Sanosuke> Xellos sweatdropped. "My my, he was a cop after all...."

<Gabriel> Squall pushes Nuriko off of him

<Sanosuke> Nuriko was so startled he fell off and hit the floor.

<Sanosuke> "Put your hands up!" Seifer shouted.

<Gabriel> "Shit... Xellos you thought he was and you didnt say anything?" Lina growls

<Sanosuke> "Well, I had reason to belive... but I wasn't sure... no worry.. I've taken care of cops before..."

<Sanosuke> "One was my partner..." Seifer growled, his gun on Xellos.

<Gabriel> Squall picks up his clothing... shaking a little

<Sanosuke> "Squall, it's safer over here." Seifer told him.

<Gabriel> Squall nods and moves over to Seifer

<Sanosuke> Seifer handed him the other gun. "You ok?"

<Gabriel> Squall nods "Just feel sick.." He says.. trailing his gun on Nuriko

<Sanosuke> Nuriko stood up and glared at the gun.

<Gabriel> "Great... Im ruined.. " Lina whimpers

<Sanosuke> Xellos chuckled a little but put his arms around Lina. "Don't worry boss.. I got it covered.

<Gabriel> "What do we do now Seifer?" Squall asks

<Sanosuke> Seifer kept his gun on Xellos. "Gets your hands up now!"

<Gabriel> "Xellos.. what are you gonna do?" Lina asks in a near whisper

<Sanosuke> Xellos kissed her cheek. "Don't worry..."

<Gabriel> Squall keeps his gun pointed at Nuriko... not trusting the Psycho the least bit

<Sanosuke> Xellos stepped towards Seifer and Squall, smiling.

<Gabriel> squall blinks

<Sanosuke> Xellos came up very close. "Are either of you gonna shoot?"

<Gabriel> Squall glances at Seifer...

<Sanosuke> "Shoot..." Seifer whispered, training his gun on Lina. "Better call him off."

<Gabriel> "Xellos" Lina squeaks

<Sanosuke> Xellos stopped. "Yes boss?"

<Gabriel> "He's gonna shoot me stupid... what the hell are you doing???

<Sanosuke> Xellos moved so that Lina was no longer in range... he was the shield.

<Gabriel> "Seifer.... are you gonna shoot him?" Squall asks...

<Sanosuke> Seifer's eyes narrowed. "He killed the one I loved.... he.. his mother killed.. killed my family...."

<Sanosuke> Xellos smiled. "Oh? You hate that much?"

<Gabriel> Squall moves a little closer to Seifer... keeping the Gun on Nuriko, though his hands are shaking

<Sanosuke> Xellos smiled at them. "I see... so you've been spending every waking momment planning your revenge... how sad you must be."

<Sanosuke> Seifer was shaking too as well, and pressed against Squall.

<Gabriel> Squall isnt quite sure what to do.... knowing Seifer may get in trouble if he shoots

<Sanosuke> "You were that little blonde boy who shivered when he looked at my mom... covered in the blood of his parents..." Xellos smiled... and Squall could see, it was a mental attack... one that seemed to be working on Seifer..

<Gabriel> "Seifer..." Squall hisses "dont be stupid.."

<Sanosuke> Seifer was on the verge of tears, nearly loosing out to the memory.. his body nearly parilized.

<Sanosuke> "You do rememeber that well.." Xellos purred.

<Gabriel> "Seifer... please... " Squall says... "I need you here... we're dead if you freak out... c'mon you promised..."

<Sanosuke> Seifer heard Squall's voice and straighted up all at once, his gun on Xellos again. "I'll kill you..." He hissed.

<Gabriel> Squall relaxes a little again

<Sanosuke> Seifer's finger started to squeeze the trigger.

<Gabriel> Squall tenses.

<Sanosuke> Nuriko started to slip towards the back.

<Gabriel> Lina moves foreward "Xellos... he's gonna shoot you... give it up..."

<Sanosuke> Seifer looked to her, his eyes narrowed and set. "You're defending this skum?"

<Sanosuke> Xellos sweatdropped.

<Gabriel> "He's my scum...." Lina retorts

<Sanosuke> "Yep... she's my boss." Xellos smiled.

<Gabriel> "Plus.. you wouldnt shoot him... from what I understand his mommy wouldnt be too happy"

<Sanosuke> "She killed my parents.... my... my brother... and my sisters... I know what she can do..."

<Gabriel> Lina smirks "Go head and shoot... you and your pal'd suffer more....

<Sanosuke> "He... he killed my partner..."

<Gabriel> Squall aims his gun at Xellos now "Seifer they're screwing with your head..."

<Sanosuke> "Yes...."

<Gabriel> "If you dont shoot him I will..... because I dont care... I'll show him as much mercy as he showed me..."

<Sanosuke> Xellos sweatdropped again, holding a finger to his lip.

<Gabriel> 'Dont think I wont.."

<Sanosuke> Xellos backed into Lina.

<Gabriel> Lina slips her arms around him "I think we're screwed" She whispers

<Sanosuke> Xellos frowned and whispered, "My mom will kill me... and I mean that truely... she will kill me if I go to jail."

<Gabriel> "So youre dead either way... which is less painful?"

<Sanosuke> Xellos looked at her. "Um... not mother...."

<Gabriel> "Cant you think of anything to get us out of this..... other than death?"

<Sanosuke> "Not sure..."

<Sanosuke> Nuriko was slipping out through the back.

<Gabriel> Lina sighs

<Gabriel> Squall notes Nuriko trying to slip away. "Damn it... s hoot Seifer... or they're all gonna get away...

<Sanosuke> Seifer turned his gun towards Nuriko. "Stop right there!"

<Sanosuke> Nuriko paused near the back.

<Gabriel> Squall move towards Xellos...

<Sanosuke> Xellos looked to him. "hmm?"

<Gabriel> "Im gonna shoot him if you dont Seifer... "

<Sanosuke> Xellos just stands there getting a questionmark look.

<Gabriel> "If you dont kill him he's just going to get away..."

<Sanosuke> Seifer looked at them. "They're not moving... if... if we shot em now we'd get in trouble and go to jail."

<Gabriel> "I dont care.... they'll get off.."

<Gabriel> "What they put me through they'll still get away with it.."

<Sanosuke> "Get off?" Xellos blinked and glanced at Lina.

<Gabriel> "I know you Xellos.. you'll find a way to weasel out.."

<Sanosuke> "Well, if I go to jail mom will kill me..."

<Gabriel> "yes but you'll get off....."

<Sanosuke> "So your solution is to break the law? There are cameras recording all of this."

<Gabriel> "I dont care... Seifer... what they did to me... what I had to do ... "

<Sanosuke> Seifer moved one hand onto Squall's shoulder. "You'll be killed in jail faster..." Seifer frowned.

<Gabriel> "I want revenge... Seifer......."

<Sanosuke> "So do I..."

<Gabriel> "How is it revenge if they're gonna get off?"

<Sanosuke> "They won't get off... we have pleanty of evidence."

<Gabriel> "You sure.......?"

<Sanosuke> Seifer nodded and took the gun from Squall, holding both guns now to watch them. "Cuffs are on my belt. take em and cuff em for me."

<Gabriel> Squall takes the Cuffs and moves over to Xellos and Lina first

<Sanosuke> Xellos hand his hands behind his back.

<Gabriel> Squall Cuffs him.. then lina who wriggles a little

<Sanosuke> Xellos frowned and stayed next to Lina.

<Sanosuke> Nuriko seemed to have managed to slip out when they got distracted.

<Gabriel> "Seifer... he got away..."

<Sanosuke> "Who?" Seifer asked, his guns still on Lina and Xellos.

<Gabriel> "Nuriko..."

<Sanosuke> "Damn... I don't think we could get anything stick on him anyway."

<Gabriel> Squall nods "so.. now what?"

<Sanosuke> "Take them to jail to awate trial."

<Gabriel> Squall nods "I need a shower.. and food... and a nice long sleep..."

<Sanosuke> "Yep." Seifer lugged the two to the station and shoved them in a cell to the appluase of many people.

<Gabriel> "I want my lawyer.. " Lina mutters

<Sanosuke> Xellos sat down on the cot and placed his hands on his knees.

<Gabriel> Lina looks at him "You can get us off right?"

<Sanosuke> Xellos bit his lip. "Eh...."

<Gabriel> "No?"

<Sanosuke> "I don't think I can..."

<Gabriel> "Ohh... what use are you then?"

<Sanosuke> "None I suppose... I gues I'll have to die before my mom finds out..."

<Gabriel> Lina frowns "Die?"

<Sanosuke> "It's pale compaired to what my mom will do to me for disapointing her."

<Gabriel> "oh... so I gotta go through this alone?"

<Sanosuke> "Go through what?"

<Gabriel> "the trial... "

<Sanosuke> "You want to go through that?"

<Gabriel> "Not really..."

<Sanosuke> "You could die too and keep them from having the pleasure of watching you suffer."

<Gabriel> "How?"

<Sanosuke> Xellos took something out of his pocket.. a small pack that looked like one of those cold medican caplese packs.

<Gabriel> "that.. poison?"

<Sanosuke> "Yep. always carry it with me in case of this."

<Gabriel> "It work fast?"

<Sanosuke> "Yep. usally I like lingering in pain but... it has to work fast so no one has time to stop anything."

<Gabriel> Lina nods "Okay... "

<Sanosuke> Xellos handed her one.

<Gabriel> Lina looks at it "Okay....... um.. bye?"

<Sanosuke> "We'll see soon..." Xellos took one.

<Gabriel> Lina takes hers as well... hoping Xellos was telling the truth

<Sanosuke> Seifer took Squall home with him.

<Gabriel> Squall collapses on Seifer when they get to his place

<Sanosuke> It was a nice but very lonely place... very little in it but a double bed and some food.

<Gabriel> "ill have to decorate..."

<Sanosuke> "Yeah..." Seifer held him close.

<Gabriel> "make it pretty.. for you and me.."

<Sanosuke> "Yeah. Sure I'll like that."

<Gabriel> "if you want me that way still."

<Sanosuke> "Yeah."

<Gabriel> "good.. I was worried..."

<Sanosuke> "It's over now... justice will be done.":

<Gabriel> "I know... just.. after being with you... Nurikos touching made me feel so sick.."

<Sanosuke> "He got away..." Seifer frowned.

<Gabriel> "I know.. Im worried.. abou thta"

<Sanosuke> "Why?"

<Gabriel> "Is nuriko.. gonna come after me?"

<Sanosuke> "I don't know... no info on him."

<Gabriel> Squall nods "Im safe with you though.. I know it"

<Sanosuke> Seifer kissed him. "Yes."

<Gabriel> "mm... Im gonna go out and spend some money... buy some fabric.. "

<Gabriel> "tomorrow.. though.. I have a little saved up.. and this place needs it"

<Sanosuke> "I can give you some too."

<Gabriel> "okay... but not too much"

<Sanosuke> "Alright." Seifer smiled.

<Gabriel> "I can get just what I need pretty cheap I think... " squall purrs.. nuzzling seifer's neck

<Sanosuke> Seifer stroked his fingers through Squall's hair. "What look do you want to go for?"

<Gabriel> "Mm.. always like the oriental flair.. whatcha think?"

<Sanosuke> "I agree... it's so nice."

<Gabriel> "mm.. okay... and maybe I can learn to cook for you...."

<Sanosuke> "So we can eat?"

<Gabriel> "Yeah.... I wanna cook for you.. and coddle you"

<Sanosuke> "Why don't we cuddle right now?"

<Gabriel> "Mm.. yeah.. I want to be close to you.. as much as I can:

<Sanosuke> Seifer kissed him and lay in bed with him.

<Gabriel> Squall snuggles against his chest

<Sanosuke> "You're so warm." Seifer nuzzled.

<Gabriel> "I love you.... and I mean that.." Squall purrs.. nipping his nose playfully

<Sanosuke> "I'm starting too.."

<Gabriel> "You dont have to if it hurts..." squall says.. trailing fingers along Seifer's face

<Sanosuke> "No.. it's not hurting... just takes time."

<Gabriel> "I know.... I feel bad.. being here.. you sure you dont want me to stay at my place till youre ready?"

<Sanosuke> "Yeah. much safer then where you live anyway."

<Gabriel> "true... I still have to go back and get what little I have.."

<Sanosuke> "Tomorrow?"

<Gabriel> "yeah.. then I can go shopping..."

<Sanosuke> Seifer smiled. "Yah... and don't forget food... don't have too much in here."

<Gabriel> "yeah. I can pick some up "

<Sanosuke> "What food do you like?"

<Gabriel> "Im so starved... anything"

<Sanosuke> "I'll order pizza."

<Gabriel> "Ooh!!"

<Sanosuke> Seifer picked up the phone. "What you want on it?"

<Gabriel> "Whatever you like.. "

<Sanosuke> Seifer ordered izza with the works and gave his adress.

<Gabriel> Squall lounges on Seifer's bed.. waiting patiently

<Sanosuke>

<Sanosuke> Seifer got the pizza when it was there and set it down on the bed.

<Gabriel> Squall nearly pounces it

<Sanosuke> Seifer smiled and sat down, grabbing a slice.

<Gabriel> "Mm.. I havent had this type of luxury in a while"

<Sanosuke> Seifer ate the slice. "I'm happy you have it now."

<Gabriel> "I wanna stay with you forever"

<Sanosuke> "Then I'll keep you."

<Gabriel> Squall smiles

<Gabriel> "The only bad thing.. about this... is when you die youre gonna wanna be with Zack Im sure...

<Sanosuke> "Well... Zack was always loving... if there is a next life he'll probably love you too.... we can all be together."

<Gabriel> Squall nods "that was the only thing that bothered me...."

<Sanosuke> "What?"

<Gabriel> "Being alone in the afertlife.. or.. butting Zack out of the way...."

<Sanosuke> "You'd prolly like Zack actually."

<Gabriel> "he sounds nice... its.. sad he's gone. but then.. I wouldnt know you "

<Sanosuke> "Probably not.."

<Gabriel> "Im glad.. I know you....."

<Sanosuke> Seifer kissed him. "I'm glad too... but I would never have wished Zack dead two years ago."

<Gabriel> "nobody ever wants people dead.... I didnt even want to shoot Xellos.. but something was pushing me... to... Im glad you stopped me"

<Sanosuke> "I didn't want to have to put you in jail even though I wanted to shoot him."

<Gabriel> "I know.. he'll have justice.."

<Sanosuke> "Yes... they both will."

<Gabriel> Squall smiles and slides into Seifer's lap once he's done his pizza

<Sanosuke> Seifer started kissing him up and down.

<Gabriel> Squall mmmm's softly... not minding seifer's lust at allw

<Sanosuke> Seifer stroked his hair, his neck, kissing.

<Gabriel> Squall lets his hands find Seifer's sensitive spots... and caresses them.. plucking gently at his clothes

<Sanosuke> Seifer's clothing came off and fell to the floor, soon followed by Squall's