Chapter 16

CHAPTER SIXTEEN

"I'm free," Mercury said as he walked into the office. He punctuated it with a high kick of his liberated ankle.

He'd spent the morning having his tag removed and was on cloud nine. Nick and Gavin looked up from a document they'd been reading.

Mercury straightened up when he saw Nick wasn't alone.

"That's good to hear," Gavin said. "Now you can get back to what you do best."

"Gavin!" Nick cut in.

"I meant his blogging or whatever it is you do. Sorry, it came out wrong."

Mercury bristled at the tone that he was certain had come out exactly as intended. However, today Gavin's jealousy would not dampen his mood. What he really wanted to do was jump into Nick's lap and kiss those luscious lips as many times as possible.

"I like to think I have many talents, Gavin," Mercury said when it appeared Nick wasn't going to follow up on his annoyance at Gavin.

He took his seat and grabbed a logbook from the satisfyingly smaller pile. He had certainly made an impact on those.

As usual with Gavin in the room, a dismal atmosphere swirled around. Mercury had no intention of getting into an argument with him. That would mean Nick would have to get involved and it would be unfair to put him in that position.

After about fifteen minutes, there was a furore outside. It sounded like Olena and Anna were squabbling about something.

"Gavin. Go and see what's going on, please. It's a bloody madhouse today."

"Sure."

Gavin left the room, seemingly oblivious to the impact he'd had. Mercury breathed a sigh of relief when the door closed behind him.

"Are you okay?" Nick asked.

"Yeah. I've dealt with snarkier queens than him."

Nick turned round. "You think he's gay?"

"Oh please, he practically drools every time he's in a room with you."

Nick spun the chair that Mercury sat on so they faced each other.

"I don't know what's happened but I appear to be having quite the effect on men these days," Nick said.

"Oh, Mr Campbell. You are incredibly potent."

"I should have defended you better. I'm sorry."

Mercury shook his head. "No, you shouldn't. Us being together is blurring the lines of professionalism enough. I can handle him. Have no fear."

Nick grinned. "You're sexy when you're fired up. Quickly, show me that ankle of yours. I've never seen it naked."

With a chuckle, Mercury raised his trouser leg. "Pervert."

Nick stroked Mercury's skin. "Who knew I had an ankle fetish."

"I'll let you have a closer inspection later," Mercury replied. "Are we still on for a wild night out tonight?"

Nick sat back. "Absolutely. You sure you want to go round here? I would think there are far more exciting places where you live."

"Of course I do. Anyway, Mother is preparing a surprise party for some friends tomorrow. Oh, and we're invited, by the way."

Fear flashed in Nick's eyes. "Both of us?"

Shit, is it too soon?

"Uh-huh," Mercury said, carefully. "You don't have to come if you don't want to. I can make an excuse."

"I think it's technically treason to let down a national treasure like Madeline Morrison."

"Then I should be clapped in irons and end my days in the Tower of London. I've made a habit of it."

"Nonsense. From what you've told me, she adores you."

"I'm easy to adore even if criminality runs in my veins. So, you'll come then?"

Nick grinned. "I hope to do a lot of that."

Quickly, Mercury pecked his lips. "Down, boy. Save it for later."

That evening, they wandered along the pavement toward Nick's house. Nick had taken Mercury to a Caribbean restaurant where they had filled their faces with amazing cuisine.

"I'm stuffed," Nick said, rubbing his non-existent belly.

"I hope you're not planning on getting in and falling asleep," Mercury replied.

"Oh, yes? And what else should I be expecting?"

Mercury reached behind and squeezed Nick's ass. "I think I'll begin here."

Nick laughed. "Is this the dominant Mercury I've been hearing about?"

"It might be. Now get your sexy arse in the house and find out."

They ran down Nick's garden path. Mercury glanced at Bodhi House. Cath had closed up and it lay empty. It still made Mercury gasp when realising such an unassuming building had had such a profound impact on his life.

Grim had done him a favour really. His reputation would recover. Yet, what he'd discovered here was priceless. Not just the handsome man in front of him but also the wonderful kids that he would never have met had he not had a run in with that over inflated artistic ego.

Nick opened the door and they walked in. When he came into Nick's space, Mercury felt safe. It was as though they entered a protective bubble from the rest of the world.

"Straight upstairs," Mercury said.

Nick had a glint in his eye. "I'm enjoying this, by the way."

Mercury grabbed him by the waist. "You're supposed to," he said before kissing Nick.

Their bodies melded together as if they'd been designed for that precise purpose. Already, Nick had an erection. It gave Mercury quite the kick that Nick was so responsive to him.

They ran up the stairs and into Nick's bedroom. It was as well decorated as the rest of the house. Nick had opted for navy blue walls with dark wood furniture.

Breathtakingly masculine, a bit like its resident.

Mercury walked over to the window and drew the curtains. The room was almost pitch-black. Nick switched the bedside lamp on.

"Now you've got me where you want me," Nick said. "What are you going to do?"

Mercury grinned. "It's more what you're going to do first. Naked. Now."

Nick winked and threw off his shirt. At the same time, he kicked off his trainers.

"Slow or fast, oh glorious master?"

"Fast. You misunderstand how horny I am."

Nick obeyed and pulled his jeans and boxers off. He stood in front of Mercury naked. His cock stood proudly. Mercury had to fight the urge to drop to his knees.

Tonight, you're in charge.

"Onto the bed. All fours."

With an amused expression, Nick crawled onto the bed and assumed the position.

Fuck, he's tremendous.

Mercury took no time in taking his own clothes off. It was a warm evening and the expectation had sent his temperature sky high.

Nick faced the end of the bed. Mercury walked forward.

"Open wide," he said, stroking Nick's cheek.

"Now that would be my pleasure."

Mercury slid his cock into Nick's mouth. The warmth instantly made him gasp. He bucked his hips as Nick sucked hungrily. The view was spectacular. He had never found another human being so sexy as he did Nick Campbell. It made him insatiable.

He held Nick's head and pumped. His gaze travelled the length of Nick's muscular back, down to his curved butt.

Pulling out his cock, he bent down so his face levelled with Nick's.

"I want to fuck you," he said.

"Then what are you waiting for?"

"Really?" Mercury asked. "I had you down as a total top."

Nick grinned. "Then you'd be very wide of the mark. Fuck me, glorious master."

Mercury kissed him. The lust inside him was at boiling point.

He moved around the bed and sat behind Nick. His magnificent arse just inches away from Mercury's face. He closed that gap and thrust his tongue along Nick's hole, making him groan.

Mercury dove his tongue in deeper. It made Nick writhe around at the other end of the bed.

He sat back, blowing lightly around the sensitive area. Then he traced his finger around the pucker. It glistened as he explored. Helpfully, the lube and condoms were still strewn over the bedside table from previous adventures.

Mercury helped himself to some lube and applied it liberally to Nick. Then he pushed, letting his finger slide inside. Nick gasped.

"Okay?" Mercury whispered.

"Perfect."

He went farther inside Nick. God how he needed this to be his cock. As he made a circle, he felt Nick's prostate. When he pressed, it made Nick shudder. The power was very sexy indeed.

After withdrawing, Mercury reached for a condom. Deftly he ripped open the wrapper with his teeth.

He looked up to see Nick watching him.

"Pervert," he said, winking.

"You have no idea how fucking hot you are right now," Nick replied.

"Silence, minion," Mercury said as he rolled the condom onto his cock. "Now I'm going to rut you."

Nick burst out laughing. "From hero to zero in one swoop."

"Get onto your back," Mercury said, tapping Nick on the butt. "I want to see your beautiful face."

Once again, Nick complied. Mercury took a moment to take in the stunning man who lay in front of him, his legs open for him.

I could come right now. Focus, Mercury.

Mercury lay on top of Nick, supporting his body with his elbows. He leant down and kissed Nick lightly on the lips. "Am I regaining my hero status now?"

"Oh, most certainly," Nick replied.

They kissed again. If someone froze time at that moment, Mercury wouldn't even care. It didn't get any better than this.

Eventually, he moved onto his haunches. Picking up the lube bottle, he squeezed a generous amount on his fingers. Knowing Nick would enjoy the view, Mercury slowly coated his cock. Sure enough, Nick's already hard cock twitched.

He slicked the remaining lube over Nick's hole. Shifting, he got into position. A flash of anticipation shuddered through him. Slowly he pushed the tip of his cock against Nick. In no time, Nick's body opened up and Mercury groaned as he squeezed gingerly inside him.

Nick, holding his legs up, closed his eyes. "Oh fuck yeah."

The sensation of Nick's body enveloping his cock almost tipped Mercury over the edge. He had to freeze for a second while he gathered himself together.

Once the initial rush had subsided, Mercury took hold of Nick's ankles. Pressing his body against Nick, Mercury fucked him, the sheer ecstasy on Nick's face spurring him on.

Sweat coursed down his back as he ground his cock in and out of Nick.

"Quickly," Nick grunted. "Let me ride you. I want to make you come."

Although he was technically supposed to be giving the orders, Mercury couldn't have given a fuck at that moment. He fell into position, panting. Nick slung his leg over and positioned himself. Evidently as horny as Mercury, he sat straight onto Mercury's dick.

Mercury reached up and grabbed Nick's thighs. "Fuck you feel so good."

Nick bucked his hips and rode Mercury's cock.

"Oh god, Nick. I'm going to come."

Nick pumped him all the more.

The blissful release hit him. Mercury cried out, digging his nails in Nick's flesh. Nick kept up the pace, causing wave after wave of pleasure to rush through Mercury's system. He sat up, holding Nick's waist and buried his face in Nick's chest as the aftershocks claimed his body.

Nick raised Mercury's head and kissed him.

"You're fucking amazing," he whispered.

"So are you."

Mercury flopped down on the bed, still breathless. Nick hopped off and gently removed the condom from Mercury.

"It's quite the service in this house," Mercury said.

"Nothing but the best for you."

Nick threw the condom in the bin and walked through to the bathroom.

"What about you?" Mercury shouted.

"Are you staying tonight?"

"I can do."

"Then don't worry about me. I'll claim my rutting rights before sunrise."

"I'm more than happy to discuss that matter. I have to warn you. We're versatile now. I want to fuck you as often as possible, thank you very much."

Nick reappeared in the room. Mercury might have been knackered, but he hadn't discounted a second or third wind. That body of Nick's should never be denied anything.

"We're versatile, are we?" Nick said, lying face down next to Mercury. "As in we?"

"Yes as in we. Don't be weird."

"Sounds couply."

Mercury grinned. "More or less couply than you riding me to an earth-shattering orgasm? I'm not sure."

The wisecracks might be flying but the look he and Nick shared melted Mercury right down to his very core.

They were very much a we.