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Please note that none of the characters in the story exist and the events that take place are purely imaginary. This is a continuation of the earlier story Luke's Big Adventure. Readers may find it useful to read that story first before starting this section, but the story can still be read as a stand-alone story. I hope that you like this as a piece of writing.
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THE FURTHER ADVENTURES OF LUKE AND JAKE
Chapter 10
The full day of swimming club activities proved to be a long but pleasing one from Luke's point of view. When the various training groups came together to compete for places in the individual races, he was delighted to see that of his group Tom (backstroke); Adam (butterfly); Xavier (breaststroke); Andy (free style); and most pleasing of all, Jimmy (free style) all got places in individual events, and everyone else was given a place in one or another of the relay teams. At the end of the afternoon, Brian smiled warmly at his protégé and said,
`Well done, Luke. You've demonstrated how effective you are as a coach, and I know there were a couple of disappointed lads in your group, but they were pipped by older and slightly stronger swimmers and have nothing to be ashamed of.'
`Thanks, Brian. I was just on my way to say exactly that to the group. They are a tight knit bunch of lads and those that got individual places will be sorry for those that did not, just as those that missed out will feel pleased for those that did.'
As Luke expected, the changing room was abuzz with excited chatter and there was no evidence of resentment from those that failed to gain individual places. Everyone seemed satisfied that, on balance, they got what they expected and deserved. Nevertheless, the young coach felt he needed to make a short speech,
`'First of all, I want to say to every one of you "well done". I could see that you were all trying your best to do well. I'm proud of you all for the effort you put in today. This is a success for the group as a whole not least because of the mutual support you have given each other. To those of you in individual events, well done and good luck for the regional championships next weekend. For those that missed out, don't be too downhearted, your chance will come, and I look forward to a clean sweep of individual places next year!'
Perhaps surprisingly it was one of the swimmers that had lost out in the individual selection, Phil, that spoke first after Luke had finished,
`Naturally, I'm gutted that I didn't gain a place, but I lost to a better swimmer on the day, but Xavier, watch out, I'll be after you all next season! However, to be serious, I wish you and the others that have been chosen every success next week. I can't finish without thanking Luke, our coach, for all the help encouragement and all-round support he's given us during the past weeks.'
When he finished speaking, Phil and the rest of the group cheered and clapped the young coach, who was visibly affected by the show of support. Slightly tearfully, Luke acknowledged the applause,
`Thanks Phil ... thanks everyone for your support, but don't forget we've still got another week of hard training to get through. I'll see you all prompt at six tomorrow night.'
As he emerged from the changing rooms, Luke was surprised and delighted to see his boyfriend waiting for him. As he came nearer a smiling Jake said,
`You really did put them through a lot tonight, but they all did well. You should be proud of what you've achieved!'
Luke grinned back at the American but then said,
`How did you know how well my group did?'
`I persuaded Brian to let me slip into the viewing gallery and sit at the back out of sight.'
`Very sneaky! Shall we get going I'm ready for bed.'
`If that's an invitation, count me in!'
The two boys walked arm-in-arm out of the leisure centre and made their way back home. They had just enough time to grab a snack and chat with Robert and Molly before heading up to bed. Once in their room, the horny pair quickly stripped off their clothes and headed for the shower. There they spent some time soaping each other all over before, finally, the randy British teen leaned against the shower wall and Jake lined up his prick and slid it inside Luke's welcoming hole. Eagerly, the British youngster pushed back to meet his boyfriend's inward thrusts and moaned each time the rock-hard shaft grazed his prostate, which caused his cock to throb and spurt pre-cum. Jake was moaning too, and he began to thrust even harder as he felt his impending orgasm begin to build. Finally, with a loud gasp, the American withdrew his prick and shot his spunk all over Luke's back. Moments later, the British teenager's piss slit exploded and sent ropes of cum splattering against the shower wall. Jake leaned forward and leant against Luke's back as they both fought to recover their breath. After a short while, the British teen twisted round and kissed his boyfriend on the lips and the pair continued to exchange kisses as the shower water cascaded over them washing them clean and swilling their ball juice down the drain. Eventually, the horny pair got out of the shower and, laughing happily, dried each other before getting into bed where they cuddled for a while before falling asleep.
Knowing that the upcoming week was going to be a very hectic one for Luke, Jake had agreed with his new employer that he would work the maximum hours his visa permitted between Monday and Thursday, leaving him free to go with his boyfriend and the swimming club members to the venue for the regional championships on the Friday afternoon.
On Monday lunchtime, the American was just leaving the accountancy firm and, on his way, to get some food when he was hailed by a female voice,
`Hello, Luke. It's Cindi Regan, the local news reporter. I tried to talk to you a little while ago, but Mrs Townsend put me off. You seem to be so much improved than you apparently were on that occasion. Are you feeling better and are willing to talk to me today?'
Jake paused for a moment before replying,
`I guess so, but I'm not sure that I can tell you anything that isn't already known and I don't want to run the risk of causing problems for the prosecution of my alleged assailants.'
`Oh no, Jake. Anything you say will be only for publication after any trial, whatever the outcome. Why don't we go and have something to eat, and we can chat informally? Afterwards I'll send you a draft of my article so that you can comment on it, how's that?'
With a degree of reluctance, Jake nodded,
'Okay, so long as you promise to do that.'
Over the meal, Cindi asked several detailed questions about the attack but concentrated mainly on Jake's experiences and feelings as well as his injuries and his attitude to those that attacked him. The end of the interview concerned the question of the safety of young people and the spate of attacks by one group of youths on others either based on their colour or their sexuality. Luke answered all the questions as frankly as he could and was particularly strong on the issues raised at the end of the interview. Cindi thanked the teenager for his time and frankness and, before she left, repeated her promise to send Jake a copy of her article which would not appear until after the alleged assailants' trial was over.
Later, when he told Robert and Molly what had happened, Luke's parents were supportive of his decision to speak and of his account of what he had said but repeated the necessity to avoid jeopardising any case against the three alleged attackers that the Police had in custody. When she heard what he had done, victim liaison officer, Claire Regan, was far from happy and said so quite forcefully. Luke, on the other hand, proved to be fully supportive of his boyfriend's action and opinions.
The rest of the week passed reasonably uneventfully. Claire contacted Jake to tell him that the investigating team had not been pleased with his press interview but would contact Cindi to ensure that she did not go back on her promise. The Police Officer also reported that the accused young men would be in Court before the end of the week and the Prosecution would ask for them to be remanded in custody, a request which she expected would be granted. Jake arranged with his new employer to have time off to attend the committal hearing even though it was not expected that any evidence would be heard. As expected, the Crown Prosecution Service asked for the defendants to be remanded in custody, a request which was granted. During the hearing none of the young men in the dock showed any emotion and spent most of the hearing looking down at the floor of the Court. For a moment, as he left the Courtroom, Charlie Green, Jake's former workmate, did look round but quickly turned his head away when he saw the American teenager sitting near the Prosecution lawyer. After he left the Court, Jake managed to avoid any members of the Press and was driven home. There, he told Molly and Robert what had happened, and they expressed their pleasure at the outcome and their belief that Luke would be equally delighted when he heard the news.
Luke's week had been a hectic round of swimming lessons and training sessions as he sought to maximise the fitness and stamina of his young group of trainees. Those not in individual events were supportive of those that were, and everyone was enthusiastic to do their best in the relay events. On the Thursday before the regional championships, Brian and Luke met the whole team and gave them a pep talk. After Brian had urged the group to be proud and swim their best, Luke concentrated on boosting the confidence of the group,
`I know that you have all worked extraordinarily hard and, whatever the outcome, you can be genuinely proud of the work you have put in to get to where you are today. I know you will not let the club, the coaches, or yourselves down and will give every event your very best efforts.'
Although he was tired after all his efforts at the swimming club, Luke sat and listened with growing satisfaction as Jake retold the story of his experience in Court. When it was finished, the British teen smiled and then said,
`I'm so sorry that I couldn't be there to support you today, but it just wasn't possible. However, I will be there for the trial proper whenever it comes to be heard. Did they indicate when that would be?'
`Not really. Because they are pleading "Not Guilty" it will have to go to a higher court, and they appear to be backed up for some while. The Magistrate said that because of the seriousness of the charges, it was likely that the defendants would likely go to jail if found guilty.'
Luke nodded and then said,
`Good! I hope they get a really long sentence. Now let's get into bed, I want to snuggle up and kiss you until we both go to sleep!'
`Yes, sir!' Jake said, grinning broadly.
The following afternoon, the swimming team assembled to travel to the venue for the regional championship. They were scheduled to spend the next two nights in a hostel so that they would be near the pool ready for an early start on the Saturday. Jake travelled with the team and stayed in the hostel, along with Luke and Brian and, later, the women's team arrived to join them. After the team members had gone to bed, the coaches chatted among themselves and reluctantly concluded that it would be a tall order for them to repeat the triumph of the previous year.
Although several of the swimmers performed at their very best throughout the first day of the championship, inexperience and nerves inhibited a few of them from winning. One of the team's swimmers was disqualified after a false start and another for swimming out of his lane. In many of the events the other swimming clubs involved fielded older and stronger swimmers and this left Luke and Brian's team with a lot to do. Nevertheless, several swimmers qualified for the finals of their discipline and the relay teams also performed well. However, by the end of the first day it was obvious to the coaches that their team would not retain the regional championship. Luke volunteered to talk to the team and attempt to boost morale ahead of the final day.
When the young coach entered, the atmosphere in the dressing room was decidedly downbeat. Despondent swimmers were sat slumped on the small benches and barely acknowledged Luke's arrival. Determined to lift the mood, the teenage coach said,
`First of all, I want to say that Brian and all the coaches are very proud of every one of you. You have has tried your best and simple mistakes have crept in because of your eagerness to succeed. We've all learnt valuable lessons today which we can rectify and ensure won't happen again. Don't dwell on those results that can't be altered, get a good night's rest. Tomorrow, you will have another chance to show what you can do, and I am confident that you will!'
By the time he had left the changing room, Luke had spoken individually to each member of the team and the mood amongst the swimmers had improved, albeit only slightly. The junior coach reported back to Brian who thanked Luke for his efforts and added that he would talk to the group at the start of the following day.
It was still early in the evening and Jake had been waiting for some while for his boyfriend to become available. As soon as Luke appeared the American suggested that they might go out and explore the town. Although he was tired, the British teenager readily agreed. As they walked hand-in-hand around the busy town centre watching the Saturday night crowds enjoying themselves, Luke became aware of being watched. He looked around but could not see anyone. However, a few moments later he felt a slight tap on his shoulder and turned with surprise.
`Hello, strangers, long time, no see.'
The voice belonged to Jimmy, the boy that had been a prime mover in their sex games a few years earlier and who had disappeared having gone to Europe where he had forged a career in the porn movie business. Luke had never much cared for the older man but was intrigued by his reappearance.
Jimmy!!' Luke exclaimed, What are you doing here? I thought you were somewhere in Europe playing the leading role as a sex god and making pots of money.'
Jimmy laughed and replied,
`Not as much as you think. If you've got a moment, I'll fill you in. It's great to see you and, I presume this is Jake. I always wondered if you two would get together. Mike, who is still in touch if only rarely, told me you are an item. Shall we go to a pub I know that is quiet and not far away.'
`Okay, but neither of us drink', Luke replied cautiously.
`Not a problem. I should drink less. I'm losing my figure and that's no good for starring in the films I make.'
The pub was nearby and as promised, quiet. The trio found a corner away from the bar and over a beer and soft drinks, Jimmy told them his story. He had made a good living starring in some hard-core porn movies but was in England to recruit some new talent as he was thinking of moving on and becoming a producer/director. He gently implied that Luke and Jake would be ideal for his purpose, but they told their friend that they were off to London University later in the year and had no interest in his proposition. Jimmy expressed disappointment but also understood their position and added that, in any case, he had found a couple of potential recruits in London and was only down in the town because he'd heard of another person that might be interested and was waiting to meet him later. Feeling that he did not want to get involved any further and, with the drinks finished, Luke was anxious to get away and Jake picked up on this by saying,
`You may not know but I was attacked recently and sometimes my injuries play me up. I hope you don't mind but it's been a long day, and I need to start back soon, I'm still a bit nervous at night even when I'm out with my boyfriend.'
Jimmy acknowledged the remark with a show of sympathy and rose from his seat, shook the pair by the hand and watched as they left. When they were outside, Luke said quietly,
`You know he was beginning to annoy me. I can't put my finger on what it is, but he can get on my nerves after a while.'
`I saw. That's why I got us away as quickly as I could, but I could do with getting back to the hostel. I'm sure we can find something interesting to while away the time once we are there.'
Luke grinned at his boyfriend,
`I'm sure we can!'
When they got back to the hostel, the teenagers found Brian in the lounge holding court with some of his fellow coaches from the other clubs. Luke and Jake slipped past the door and had climbed up to their room when they heard the door of one of the rooms occupied by members of the swimming team members being opened. The person that emerged from the room closed the door very quietly and stood for a moment checking to see if anyone was about. In the belief that he had not been seen, the teenager crept downstairs and slipped out of the main entrance, unnoticed by everyone except Luke. The young coach was concerned by what he had seen but hoped that whoever had left would just have gone out for a breath of fresh air before going to bed. However, when they did not return after a few minutes, Luke told Jake what he had seen and said that he was going out after the mystery swimmer, making him promise to only to alert Brian if he was not back in thirty minutes. Jake reluctantly agreed to stay behind and do what Luke had asked.
Putting on his outdoor coat, the British teenager went outside and surveyed the scene. Although the town centre was busy with people, the area around the hostel was quiet and it did not take long for Luke to spot the person that had left a few minutes before him. The youngster ahead showed no sign of realising that he was being followed and walked at an even pace towards the town centre. Luke realised that there was a risk that he would lose his quarry if he did not stay close once they reached the very busy area of the town. On the other hand, the young coach did not wish to be spotted by whoever he was following.
A short distance ahead, the young man suddenly stopped and looked at his phone which almost led to Luke catching up with him. However, the teenager began walking again and Luke began to recognise the area that they had entered. Suddenly, the young coach was on his guard as a terrible suspicion entered his mind. He slipped behind a group of revellers but made sure he could still see which way the boy in front was heading. From out of the shadows an older man emerged and greeted the swimmer. Luke immediately recognised Jimmy, whom he and Luke had met earlier. The old friend took the arm of the younger teen and guided him towards the quiet pub where he had taken Luke and Jake.
Jake had been anxiously waiting for news and jumped when he received a text message from his boyfriend.
`Tell Brian to come to the pub where we met Jimmy earlier. Urgent.'
Jake moved swiftly downstairs and whispered to the senior coach,
`One of our team is in trouble. Luke is keeping an eye out, but he's asked me to tell you that he needs you with him. I can show you the way, but I'm a bit tired and slow. He may need you to hurry but if we go now, we should be able to help.'
Brian immediately excused himself from his fellow coaches and followed Jake out of the hostel. They made good progress until they reached the town centre when the weight of pedestrians slowed them down. Eventually, the pair spotted Luke and made a beeline towards him. Luke smiled grimly when he saw them approaching and moved towards them,
`They're still in the pub. I think our swimmer is Jimmy Duggan and the other, who is also called Jimmy, is recruiting him to join his porn movie outfit. Why else would he want to talk to him? We need to get Jimmy Duggan out of there. I'll explain more later but we need to act quickly.'
Brian nodded that he understood and then said,
`I think the best thing would be if I go in and "catch" the pair of them and demand an explanation.'
`Sounds a good plan to me', Luke agreed.
Without hesitation, Brian walked quickly into the pub and put on a fine show of surprise when he saw Jimmy Duggan and the other Jimmy deep in conversation. It did not take a genius to work out what the senior coach was saying to the errant swimmer, who looked shocked and surprised by the sudden intervention. Whatever Brian said to the older Jimmy it was sufficient to stop him from trying to resist when the older man took hold of the young swimmer and marched him out of the pub. Once on the street, Brian continued to sound angry,
`What the hell are you playing at? You're in the middle of the regional championships and you sneak out to go drinking with some unknown person. I want an explanation before I decide what to do with you, but I'll wait until I get you back to the hostel.'
The young swimmer was visibly shaken as Brian guided him firmly back towards the hostel. As they watched Jimmy Duggan and Brian disappear into the distance, Luke and Jake continued to observe the pub and were not very surprised when they saw the older Jimmy leave looking as shaken as the younger Jimmy had been. Satisfied that any danger to his swimming team members was past, Luke walked slowly back with Jake. When they reached the hostel there was no sign of either Brian or Jimmy Duggan and they tacitly agreed that it would be best if their involvement in the evening's events remained a secret. They went straight to their room and Jake wasted no time in undressing and getting into bed. Luke did likewise but after only a few minutes of cuddling he realised that his boyfriend had fallen fast asleep.
The following morning, Brian told Luke and Jake the full story. It turned out that Jimmy Duggan had been in town the night before the start of the championship and had gone into a public toilet. A few minutes later the older Jimmy came in and one thing had led to another as a result of which the arrangement for the meeting that Luke had observed was made. The young swimmer had been offered what he described as `serious money' to allow a few naked pictures to be taken of him with the promise of even more money if he agreed to take part in a movie. During his confession, Jimmy had let slip that he was gay and had been tempted by the proposition and had agreed to consider it. However, at the time that the senior coach intervened, the pair's discussion had not reached a conclusion, and the younger Jimmy was still undecided despite the tempting nature of the offer. Brian added that he explained to the young swimmer that what had occurred was highly dangerous to his health and welfare and, although it might be legal in some countries, what the older Jimmy had proposed was certainly illegal in the UK.
As he listened, Luke could hardly contain his shock and anger at what the older Jimmy had been up to. He waited until he had calmed down before saying,
`I can understand why Jimmy Duggan was tempted but he is rather naïve and not as worldly wise as he likes to pretend. Do we need to take any further action against him? I'd like to talk to him and reassure myself that he's learnt his lesson.'
Brian nodded and said,
`Yes, I tend to agree. However, I told him we would not decide whether to allow him to continue competing until this morning. If you talk to him and you tell me you think he's okay and realises what he's done and how serious it was, I'll tell him he can swim again today.'
The young coach went off and found Jimmy in his room looking ashen faced and frightened. Luke indicated that he wanted a quiet chat and took the young teenager outside away from the other members of the squad. He explained what the chat was about and listened while the youngster apologised, said he'd learnt his lesson, would never do anything like it again and would definitely swim his best if he was allowed to do so. Luke looked the anxious teenager in the eye and said,
`Okay, thanks for being honest with me but the final decision is not mine, it's Brian's. I need to tell him two things. First, that you realise the stupidity and seriousness of what you nearly did and second, that you understand that this is a final warning for you. Technically, we should have withdrawn you from the team but I'm going to recommend that you be allowed to stay. Don't let me down because if you do, I'll make sure you never ever swim for the club again. Understand?'
With what sounded like a sigh of relief, Jimmy Duggan nodded and, at a signal from Luke, Brian appeared and listened to his assistant's account of the conversation and his recommendation. The senior coach turned to Jimmy and said,
`I believe that you are truly ashamed of what you did last night and that you should be given a chance to redeem yourself. As Luke said you are on a last warning but I'm willing to allow you to remain in the team.'
Jimmy looked solemnly back at the two coaches and replied, with tears in his eyes,
`I'm so, so sorry and I realise how stupid I have been, but I promise I won't betray your trust. Today I'm going to swim my heart out. Thank you for giving me this chance.'
When the young teen had gone back inside, Brian turned to Luke and said,
`Well done for last night. I understand that you and Jake are acquainted with this older Jimmy character. I'm minded to speak to the Police about it, what do you think?'
`In an ideal world, yes, but I suspect he'll have skipped off somewhere else. Even if the Police were to catch him, it would be his word against our Jimmy and the older Jimmy's a slippery customer and our lad is unlikely to be a good witness even if we could persuade him to make a complaint.'
`Sadly, I fear you're right. Anyway, it's nearly time for the start of Day Two's events and we've got work to do.'
When Luke got back to his room, he found Jake just beginning to wake up.
`You were up early, what's up?'
`I've been helping Brian sort out last night's events. Upshot is that Jimmy is to be allowed to continue as a member the team but on a final warning.'
`I'm glad, I like Jimmy Duggan but what on earth made him do what he did?'
`I think he's not very happy at home. Unlike our parents, his are not very supportive and would be even less so if he came out as gay. So, along comes Jimmy offering him money and the glamorous lifestyle of a porn movie star for little more than agreeing to a few intimate photos and having sex in a movie. Far too tempting for an unhappy teenager. Fortunately, we managed to stop him discovering that the reality of what he would be doing would be much less glamorous than the hard sell would imply.'
`Absolutely! I hope you don't mind if I get some food before I come over to the swimming pool to watch our team.'
`No, take your time and I'll catch up with you when you're ready.'
Luke leaned down and kissed his boyfriend passionately but drew back after a few seconds fearing that he was enjoying the feeling too much and he needed to leave if he was to meet the squad before the first race.
When he addressed the team before the first event, Brian made no reference to the drama of the previous evening but spoke instead of the need for every member of the squad to play their part and deliver their best performance on behalf of the club. Looking around the group, Briam concluded his remarks,
`You owe it to yourselves. You have worked extremely hard and deserve some reward for your efforts. Luke and I know that you will all try your hardest and make us proud of the results that we know you can achieve. So, go out there and deliver, not just for us, the club, but for yourselves. Good luck!'
As had happened in the past when he knew he had been in the wrong, Jimmy responded to the events of the previous evening by putting in the very best performance of his life. In the previous day's heats, the youngster had only just squeezed into the last place available in the finals of his event. In the final itself, from the very first stroke it was clear that Jimmy was determined to make amends for his error of judgement, and he seemed to be able to overhaul all but one of his rivals effortlessly, only missing out on first place by a fingertip. Unaware of the circumstances, Jimmy's teammates were both surprised and delighted at his success and, once he emerged from the water, surrounded him so that they could congratulate him on his brilliant swim. Luke and Brian were the next people to catch up with the teenager and they congratulated him enthusiastically. In response Jimmy gave the pair a shy smile and a nod of appreciation. Perhaps inspired by Jimmy's example, the rest of the team performed well above expectations. One highlight was that the free style relay team won the title in a thrilling race with Jimmy again leading with a strong final lap. Overall, the team performed above expectations although they did not do quite well enough to retain the title and the regional trophy passed to a rival club whose team members were older and more experienced.
In the changing room at the end of the championship, Brian called the team together and sought to lighten the somewhat deflated mood,
`Okay, guys, I want to say how proud I am of every one of you and your overall performance over the last couple of days. You should not be downhearted, the winning team had vastly more experience that you did but you have age on your side. You will have learnt a lot from this tournament. I am determined that, with your efforts and help, we will regain the regional title next year!'
Every member of the team cheered the head coach's remarks and waited for a moment before Andy stepped forward and responded,
`On behalf of us all, I want to thank you and Luke for everything you have done for us over the last few months. We may not always have been as keen on some of the training, but I know we all now realise how important it was. For myself and I hope the rest of the team, we are determined to do you proud next year and bring that trophy home to where it belongs! Thanks for all you do for us!'
The team members broke into a long round of sustained cheering and applause which Brian and Luke, both feeling the emotion of the moment, acknowledged before leaving the teenagers to get changed.
Jake who had been watching the races from the gallery joined his boyfriend and Brian as they waited for the team to emerge from the changing room and join them for the coach home. The wait turned out to be a long one but, finally, the group was ready to leave and in much has watched a rival club being presented with the regional trophy. Indeed, the bus ride home was notable for the good humour, singing and general boisterous behaviour that the teenager team members indulged in. By the time they left the coach at the leisure centre, such was the level of high spirits on display, people waiting to greet the team might have easily been under the illusion that they had retained the trophy.
The last to leave was Jimmy Duggan who took a moment to thank the two coaches for their decision to allow him to swim and to express the hope that the matter could now be closed. The anxious teenager was keen that information about what had happened should not leak out to his parents. Luke and Brian assured Jimmy that they would keep his secret, although the junior coach added that he hoped that the youngster would find the right moment to come out to his parents. Jimmy gave an undertaking that he would make the effort to do so, although his undertaking seemed to lack conviction.
After everyone had left, Brian thanked his assistant coach for all his efforts which he regarded as having gone `above and beyond', especially considering his own health issues and the attack on Jake. Luke thanked the senior coach but added that it had been a privilege to work alongside him and that he hoped to continue for the rest of the year until he left for London. Even then, he added, he would hope to play a role in developing the team in preparation for the following year's regional championships.
Luke and Jake were just walking away from the leisure centre holding hands when they were distracted by a shout from a car parked across the road. The pair recognised the voice immediately and carefully crossed the road as the man in the car opened the door and stood in full view. Jake's dad held out his arms and the teenager was engulfed by his dad in a bear hug which was quickly extended to include Luke.
Jake was so overwhelmed by the sudden appearance of his dad that he was temporarily lost for words, and it was left to his boyfriend to ask the obvious question.
`Wow, where did you spring from? I guess I mean how come you are here?'
Scott grinned broadly as he replied,
`I flew in this morning and wanted to surprise you with a short visit to check on Jake. I think I succeeded! Come on now, get in the car, Luke's mom and dad are waiting for us all to appear.'
On the short car ride back to Luke's house, Jake's dad explained that he had a business meeting in Amsterdam and had opted to come a couple of days early and break the journey so that he could catch up with his son.
When they reached the house, Luke discretely found that he needed to do something to help his parents in the kitchen, leaving Jake and his dad to have some time alone.
Robert grinned at his son and said,
`I hope that was a nice surprise!! Scott and I only arranged it a few days ago.'
`I think Jake is absolutely overawed and delighted. The look on his face at the leisure centre when he heard his dad's voice was priceless for all the good reasons.'
Molly appeared bearing a pile of plates and cutlery and father and son dutifully carried them to the dining room. On their return, Luke's mum said,
`It was good of you to give them a bit of time on their own but I'm afraid the meal is ready so perhaps you could pop your head around the door and tell them.'
Luke smiled and nodded. Moments later, he re-appeared with Jake and Scott closely behind him. Over the meal, Scott asked lots of questions about the attack and his son's recovery which Jake and the others answered as fully as they could. Even though they spoke regularly via the internet, Jake, in turn, naturally wanted to know all about his mom and Ethan and what they had been doing. Towards the end of the dinner, Luke said,
`I've had a thought. Why don't we have a video chat with Ethan and Jake's mum right now,'
Molly smiled at the suggestion,
`That's a great idea but I think it would be best if Jake and his dad had time alone with them and you and your dad can keep busy by loading the dishwasher and clearing up.'
Although he accepted his mother's logic, Luke was disappointed at the response but with his dad's encouragement did as he was asked. The task of clearing up did not take all that long, both father and son were adept at using the dishwasher and it was not long before everyone was back in the living room and chatting animatedly to Kate and Ethan.
When they were alone in their room later in the evening, Jake exclaimed,
`That was an awesome surprise!'
Luke nodded and clambered into bed alongside the American teenager w
`And I love you even more which is why I can't bear the thought of hurting you or causing you pain in any way!'
Slowly and reluctantly the pair untangled themselves and hand-in-hand walked to the shower where they lovingly washed and dried each other before returning to bed. They lay cuddling for a short while before both drifted off to sleep.
To be continued.
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