You never know - 4. Book 2 chapter 2

Chapter 2

 

Cam woke and slowly became aware of the hand across his chest, the warm flesh against his back. He felt the sheet over his legs, light still streaming into the room from outside. Leaning for his phone he checked the time, it flashed twenty fifteen. God they slept four hours, as he started to move back he felt the body behind him stir.

"Hmmmmm, what's wrong you moved? What time is it?"

Cam rolled over to face Stuart, who was lying on his side, head on his arm watching him a huge smile on his face. Had he just spent an incredible afternoon in his arms, on him, under him. He hadn't felt like this ever, well maybe with his second boyfriend, when he was twenty, that had been exciting. He smiled, as he looked over Stuart, his hand gently stroking the hairy defined chest. He is part man part teddy bear. He leaned in kissing the lips in front of him. "You were...." He didn't get it finished as Stuart smiling, kissed him in return.

"Shhh, don't say a thing, earlier was amazing, I've never felt like that, what you did. God I can't describe how I feel. If that was what sex should be like sign me up please?"

"Wheesht, yoursel'. What you did was fantastic. Must have been for us to collapse like we did and sleep for four hours."

"What? What time is it? Four hours". Stuart still muzzy with sleep didn't quite comprehend what Cam had said.

"It quarter past Eight! We slept four hours." Cam adjusted the pillows to sit up, "I feel like a teen again being with you.....well you have an effect." He looked down at the obvious tent in the sheet, "will I survive our time together." Stuart grinned as he reached to stroke Cam's cheek.

"So it's a bit late for tea then, how about supper?" Stuart had sat up on the bed looking down at Cam, who now lay on his side watching him. He leant in for a kiss; which ended in them rolling around the bed fighting for dominance, the sheets tangling round their legs. Cam somehow ended on top of Stuart, his legs astride Stuart's stomach, his hands toying with the hair on his pecs. He shuffled back a little till he sat on Stuart's hips, his hands roaming the firm muscled body. He could feel Stuart's growing excitement as he sat there; it was literally poking the small of his back. A single point of intense heat, he thought of it as a brand, marking him as Stuart's.

"I'm glad we are doing this, I'm glad you joined me here. Stuart we have known each other for such a short time, but this feels right, feels like we have done this forever. I had resigned myself to single living forever but then you appear in my life." He finished this by flattening along Stuart kissing him. Their crotches, pressed together between them as they started to writhe and twist. All thoughts of supper forgotten.

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Stuart woke to the sound of pipes. What the hell? He was lying there, his head against Cam's shoulder his right arm and leg possessively over Cam to prevent any escape. He glanced at his watch it was just past eight, this time the morning. Less than twenty four hours had passed since they had met for the bus. He thought back over the past few hours, even when he and Mary had loved, no he had cared deeply but never loved. He now knew love; well at least he thought he did. He watched Cam as he slept; his face relaxed a slight smirk on it, his eyes darting about under his lids. Stuart couldn't help but smile, Cam was a handsome man. He lay watching the chest rise and fall felt the pulse under his body. Happy, he knew, he could lie here just watching Cam, a guilty pleasure he was certain would never dull.

He suddenly realise he had to go, as he carefully moved, Cam stirred.

"Aarrghhlll" Cam stretched and yawned catlike. "Morning sexy, where you think you’re going?

Stuart couldn't stop as nature, now with the cool morning air took over.

"Gotta go, back in a sec." As he disappeared into the bathroom.

Cam pushed himself up first watching Stuart then looking around the room, the pipes were now in full flow, he couldn't help but smile as he recognized the tune, The Black Bear. Stuart's voice drifted from the bathroom

"So my handsome one, if we shake a leg we can still get breakfast. We did miss tea and supper, well maybe not supper." The toilet flushed and Stuart appeared again.

Cam couldn't help but stare; the man was, in his eyes gorgeous, rugby build, hairy body, some definition, and another tattoo. How had he missed that? Stuart's right hip was graced with a flaming Phoenix rising, he growled.

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Stuart standing in the passageway felt Cam watching him and paused. He heard the noise Cam made, he felt it deep down felt the same animal urges as he had yesterday. His heart beat a little faster and he could feel the heat spreading in his crotch. Christ this man will be the death of me, but what a death.

"We need to shower and get breakfast, well at least I do."

Cam flung back the sheet and stood, he moved towards him and in a single move squeezed past him, kissed him and skelped his arse then vanished into the bathroom. Stuart yelped and stood there as he heard Cam relieve himself.

Grabbing his toilet bag from his discarded case Stuart headed into the bathroom. Cam stood his back to the door. Stuart whistled softly at the sight, causing Cam to start and gasp. "That's what you get fir skelping me ya sod." This said Stuart turned on the shower and waited for it to warm up. "You want to join me, this looks big enough for both of us" he indicated the shower. "I could wash your back. But we better hurry cause I'm starving now.

Soon both men where clean and dressing, the shower had been a further exploration of where this relationship was heading. Gentle caresses and kisses the order of the day. Nothing too distracting as they were both now ravenous. They made breakfast in time, both agreeing that they would order breakfast to the room next day.

Back in the room they sat discussing what to do, other than each other, and pretty soon they were gathering their jackets and wallets, Cam with a backpack and heading out the door. They headed down the Royal Mile past the shops selling Scottish wares, from clothing to food. Every so often there would be a Busker, many playing the pipes. They reached the gates of Holyrood House peering through at its grand architecture. but decided not to go in, so turning they headed back up the long hill of the Mile, towards Edinburgh Castle. The day was a pleasant sunny dry one ,not too hot, so by the time they were passing their hotel they had removed the jackets and stuffed them into Cams pack.

"That looks interesting." Stuart had spotted a purple double decker bus, Ghost Tour emblazoned on its side. Crossing over they went to the little stand advertising the tour. It was a tour of some of Edinburgh's famous haunted sites. The bus was fitted with little tables and seats so couples could enjoy a drink and chat as it took them round. Cam noticed other stands in the area offering other tours. The Burke and Hare tour. Famous writers pub crawl, the Under city tour and a step into the past haunted tour. He called Stuart over indicating the selection available.

"How about you pick one it would give us something for the evening, unless you have....plans?"

His smile set Stuart off, his laugh was infectious and soon they were both laughing.

"Sounds good, I have to say the bus one looked ok but on checking they make three stops and you get one drink, for 40 quid. Too steep for me. I do fancy the Burke and Hare one"

"Well I fancy the haunted past one. So there we go." Cam grabbed the relevant leaflets and went to see about booking for that night and Thursday, this would leave Wednesday and Friday morning free for whatever.

"Ok yours first, tour starts at 9pm, runs till midnight. Thursday we start at 10pm till 1. They said be ready to be scared. They suggest we try the dungeons tour to give us a taste of what to expect. Was thinking it could be a laugh, I haven't been since it opened."

Stuart was smiling at Cams obvious enthusiasm.

"I'm up for that, so when you want to try it. I was thinking pre-lunch; I don't fancy loosing lunch, just in case."

Cam had to agree, he remembered the last visit to the Dungeons, he and his "friend" had held each other close for comfort.

"Good idea, should we head there now, it's over that way if I remember rightly. Down that street should get us there. They walked occasionally bumping each other every time they did they would smile, such a simple thing but a touch of flesh on flesh enough to keep them going.

It wasn't that they couldn't hold hands or kiss, but both were of an age, both teens when HIV and Aids was at its peak. When the government was actioning section 28. When going out clubbing could mean you left beaten in a side street. Scotland had come on leaps and bounds but there was still a way to go.

Arriving at the Dungeons they noticed the poster, Alien Wars at the Dungeon, a picture of the Alien snarling advertising what to expect.

"Oh we have to do that." Stuart was looking at prices. "If we get tickets to both we get a discount. I loved Alien, the rest weren't bad either, but Alien was classic suspense horror."

Cam couldn't help but smile at the childlike enthusiasm Stuart, for all his manly looks and behaviour, was excited.

They were soon standing in a small group, 10 in total, all couples. They had opted for the dungeon tour first then Alien War. The tour was a trip through the darker side of "Auld Reekies" History. The small group were at first spread out, then grow closer. All of them at some point starting from a fright, nervous laughter, as the couples in front of them clung to each other.

Rounding a corner the guide explaining about robbers that worked the small closes and wynds of the auld city. Part of which they were now walking through. Just as he went quiet, a tall, long haired brute of a man, wearing a tattered plaid and carrying claymore and flintlock pistol leaped out from a side street. At his shout, the small group, as one, screamed. Cam started and yelped, he saw Stuart's face, the terror on it. He reached out to touch him causing him to start, taking his hand in his. He was trembling, his palm sweaty. He squeezed the hand gently and smiled. Feeling the muscles relax as he held on.

The "robber" was demanding their valuables. His accent thick enough as he spoke auld Scots that Cam had trouble understanding some of it. Having been given a token prize the robber disappeared into the winding street before them. The guide asked smiling if all were well, noting how the couples were clutching each other.

"You ok?" Cam had leant in to talk quietly. His quiet speech covered by the sudden burst of nervous chatter from the others.

"Yes." The shaky response worried Cam a little; there was something not quite right here. He watched Stuart, still holding his hand. Stuart was worried about something it was plain to see and Cam needed to know why.

"Not long to go then we can grab a coffee, we have some time before Alien Wars." The rest of the tour was relatively tame. Soon they sat together in the little tea room next door to the Dungeons. Both had opted for a simple sparkling water, and sat sipping at them. Cam watched Stuart as they sat nothing being said.

"You ok, is there something I can do? I want you, us to be happy here if you’re upset I want to help make it better. Stuart. Please talk to me. I care...no actually I love you. Yes it's early in all this but I know my feelings and what I feel is love. "

Stuart looked up at him smiling weakly. "You love me, why? I'm a nobody. I act the lad but I'm just a big Jessie. I can't stand being scared. When I was in my twenties I was mugged, by a gang. The guy earlier reminded me of it. I would have turned and run had you not held my hand." His head dropped as he battled to hide his supposed shame.

Cam stood and moved round the table. It was instinct on his part to comfort, it wasn't until he was starting to crouch he thought Stuart might not want it, he was already committed. He crouched next to the man he cared for and gently took his hand. His thumb gentle circling the palm

"Stuart, please look at me. No matter what, I am here ok, I can't think what you went through and go through now. But let me help you please." Cam reached to cup Stuart's chin, raising his head, then gently kissed him. "Stuart, you mean a lot to me already. You’re not alone, I'm here." Cam sat back on his heel watching Stuart. He could see the wet eyes and the twitch in the cheek, the signs of an internal struggle.

"Thank you,” Had cam not been kneeling next to him he would probably have missed the whisper. "Can we go to the hotel please, I need to lie down."

Cam stood took a fiver out his pocket and went to the till. He then turned, "Wait there." Stuart watched as he vanished out the door, minutes later he returned, his bag in hand. "Left this at the Dungeons reception. Shall we go?"

The walk to the hotel was quiet, and slow. Stuart was withdrawn and walked, head down trying to attract as little attention as he could.

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Cam flicked the switch of the kettle in their room then leant against the desk the kettle sat on. He watched Stuart, noting the way he moved as he stripped off his clothes and slipped on a pair of shorts.

"I'm sorry I spoiled your day, I'm sorry I cost you money." Stuart sat on the edge of the bed head bowed, legs splayed, elbows on knees and hand clasped together. "Now you know how broken I am, I don't expect you to want me to stay."

Cam felt rage explode inside, what the fuck. He took a deep breath to calm himself a little "Stuart, you don't need to apologise, you did nothing wrong. And before we go any further" he moved to kneel, his hands resting on Stuart's arms. "Before we go further I do not think you’re broken, you Mr Mirren, are amazing, your handsome, your witty, you make me want to kiss you all over when you smile. So stop putting yourself down. As for the ruined day and money fuck it. I'm with you, that's all I need. It's all I've wanted since I first saw you. Yes I'm a hopeless romantic, I want to take walks together go to the movies, hold you when you’re hurting.....do unspeakable things when your happy." Stuart had placed a hand over Cams now squeezing it. "You want to talk about it. The mugging. You know you’re safe here, I may not look much but I will kill to protect those I love." He smiled as he noticed Stuart face the look of shock as he spoke. "Ok maybe not kill, maim yes. You are not alone."

Stuart broke their contact, slipping off the bed to kneel facing Cam, then he grabbed him in a hug, burying his face in the crook of his neck. Cam, at first surprised, recovered and soon he had Stuart wrapped in a return hug. He could feel the moisture of Stuart's tears as he cried. Cam held him letting him drain himself of emotion. His heart breaking at every whimper and sniff. Eventually they gave way to the sound of deep breathing.

"Thank you Cam, told you I was a big Jessie." Cam went to speak but Stuart continued, "I don't see what you see in me." Cam snorted, and smiled. "I've always been good at hiding stuff, my emotions especially. Never had anyone who really cared, well maybe mum but that's expected, or John. I'm still sorry I ruined our trip before we really got started."

Cam decided actions rather than words were needed. He placed a finger to Stuart's lips to silence him.

"If I didn't care I wouldn't want to do this every hour I'm awake." The kiss was chaste but what was needed. "I told you I'm happy, happier than a pig in shit. I'm here and don't plan on leaving. Come here you big softie, not a Jessie but a big bloody teddy bear. Given the chance my teddy bear till I no longer need one, given I still sleep with Vicky that's gonna be some time."

"Ok who is Vicky, should I be jealous." Stuart's tone of voice was now inquisitive, Cam smiled before answering.

"Vicky is my bear. I got her when I was 3. If you’re good I may let you give her the odd cuddle." Stuart burst out laughing, the combination of all the emotions hitting him hard.

"You sleep with a teddy bear?"

"Sort of, she sits at night and watches over me occasionally she makes it into bed. When we get back home I'll introduce you to her. Well that is if you visit." Cam felt his heart lift a little as Stuart seemed to regain some of his former self.

"I look forward to that day. God forty one years in bed with you. The stories she must have. I never had a teddy past puberty. Will you be my teddy? Yeh yeh I know you think of me as a teddy bear and not a big Jessie but I'm jealous so I want a bear."

Cam was chuckling away at what they had said. "It’s good to see you laugh and smile. You can be my new teddy bear and Vicky can get jealous. I'll happily be yours if it means I get to sit on your bed and watch you." He reached out and goosed Stuart's cheek dodging the Halfhearted slap that came his way.

"So you up to getting something to eat and are you still wanting to do the tour. I think I'll cancel the haunted one. They take you to the under city and it says they use reenactments, much the same as the dungeon."

"Cam, I would like to go out, sit with you, maybe somewhere fancy. The tour I think I'll have to miss. You think we can get our money back."

"We can try; maybe we could do the pub crawl one, that could be interesting."

Stuart nodded and kissed him. "Yeh, that might be better. It's still early, what you say to us going out again. We can cancel the walks and see if we can refund. Then walk up to the castle, maybe even head down to Princes Street."

"Sounds good, we can even look out for places to eat. God I'm so happy your here. You know if you want to talk about things to just say. Don't bottle it up. Oh and I got the Alien Wars refunded earlier, told them I felt sick."

"I'm so pissed at myself for making us miss that. I still want to go, but maybe later in the week. Tonight I just need us. Let's go get some air. I feel up to some walking, long as it's with you. Maybe we can find a cinema, go see a movie."

"Now that sounds like just the trick, I love films, especially Sci Fi." For the next ten minutes or so they talked about their tastes in movies and shows. The whole time touching each other holding hands, caressing, stroking. Cam found out Stuart was a comic book fan, particularly Marvel. He knew there was a Forbidden Planet Sci Fi and comic store in town he planned to happen past it when they were walking, as they gathered their selves to leave.

The day was still pleasant when they left the hotel; Cam had the repacked back pack, the jackets now folded inside it. The walk allowed them ample time to talk, they were learning about each other. Cam discovered Stuart enjoyed gaming; he had an Xbox at home, which was used as means of relaxation. When Cam said he too played but not as much, since discovering Airsoft, Stuart's eyes lit. Their route had taken them out towards the College of Surgeons, and all the little restaurants around there. Finding nothing to spark there interest they turned back heading into the area around Princes Street.

Cam saw the sign before getting to the shop, Stuart was talking about Ruaridh, loving the time they had come to the City on a day trip to the Zoo. As they draw level he noticed Stuart slow and then stop, looking in the windows. "Wanna go in?" He knew the answer before he got it and after looking in the second window headed into the Aladdin's Cave of Sci Fi geekdom. The store was all one level but clearly split into two, comics and books in one third, the rest every conceivable bit of comic or Sci Fi merchandise. They walked the isles of toy, clothes, games, you name it.

Cam watched Stuart as he became more enthusiastic. Picking up first Star Wars, then other show related items. Cam too was feeling his inner kid creep to the surface. Stuart wound his way towards the Comics and all too soon was flicking through the packed shelves.

Cam wandered around to the DVD section checking out the range of movies and TV show box sets. He was reading the info on a Dvd Box called Bleach, an anime show he had been told was good. When he felt a hand on the small of his back, the heat easily passing through his top's light material. He turned to face the source, looking straight into the smiling face of Stuart.

"Honey look what I found." Stuart's passable American accent had Cam trying not to choke from laughing out loud. In his hand a selection of comics. Then in his broad Glasgow accent, "I've been looking for these for a while. You found anything?"

"Yes I have." Cam's smiling response was loaded with double meaning. Just the way it was mean to be. The look of love he gave Stuart was enough to have him head to the till to pay

"Come on, I need to get food I want dessert." Dessert would now have new meaning for both men.

Cam put the Dvd down his heartbeat increasing; blood flowed south, leaving him a little lightheaded. He followed Stuart to the till then out. Cam blushing slightly at, what he believed was the obvious state he was in. Stuart on spotting his trouble moved closer to him and kissed him, "You’re aw tease aren't you. Want this as cover." He whispered in Cams ear trying to hand him the bag of comics.

Stuart then turned and walked off, whistling the tune to the "stripper". Following on, after a quick adjustment Cam soon caught up and as they walked, bumping into each other, he slowly took the nearest hand interlacing their fingers. Stuart's sideways glance and resulting smile, almost had Cam skipping along.

They wandered the area around the Castle Esplanade, then headed down into Princes Street Gardens and the shops, bars and Restaurants around it. As they walked Cam spotted something, in a shop window, noting the shop he decided he would have to find an excuse to nip out the next day to buy the item.

As it approached seven in the evening, both their stomachs decided it was time to growl in hunger, they were walking along Rose Street. It had changed from the times Cam had come here in his youth. No longer a pub every other building, more shops and restaurants, but still a busy street. They stopped at different places checking menus.

They were passing a bar with out side seating when Stuart stopped. "Oh come on we gotta have a drink in here" as he headed to the door he noticed the patrons outside tucking into meals. "Food looks no bad either. But I wanna send John a text saying having a pint at Dirty Dick's."

Cam glanced up to read the bar name, sure enough there in large gold letters was "Dirty Dick's." He followed after his companion who had squeezed through a narrow doorway and made it too the bar.

"What you wanting? Looks no bad." Cam looked around admiring the anarchic decor, everything from golf clubs to kettles, old road signs to guitars, lined the walls, finding a table near the front he sat looking around, waiting for Stuart to bring over his pint of cider. The smells of food were now making him hungry and as Stuart arrived he picked up a menu.

"Hey not bad, they have a great selection, wanna eat here or try for somewhere else."

"I could eat a scabby dug and if I'm drinking I'll need something in me."

Cam noted the cheeky smile and look he received.

"That's later, be patient." Cam grinned mischievously back at him. "So we're eating here then."

Stuart just nodded as he took a photo of the pint glass next to the black menu emblazoned with Dirty Dick's Bar. A few clicks and he put his phone away. They placed their orders and sat sipping their drinks.

"John is a great guy, I enjoyed meeting him."

"He is my best mate to be honest, I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for him." Stuart's smile disappeared a little

"Well mind me to thank him when I next see him. What do you mean by, not here?"

"It was him that told me to ask you out, seems after our first meeting all I did was talk about you. He made me buck up and ask you. That and he has literally saved my life twice. Once...." He paused; gathering himself looking down at the table then up into Cams eyes. "First time was just after the mugging he came in to find me passed out drunk on my back. I was sick as a dog; he managed to roll me onto my front, more or less."

Cam automatically reached out his hand; held open ready to take Stuart's. Stuart reached to take it squeezing it in thanks. "What was the other?"

"The other; he had tried to get me on the phone. About the time Mary told Ruaridh I liked men. I lost the plot and took some tablets. Not enough to kill me it seems but John didn't know at the time. He found me unconscious and called the Ambulance, he sat with me for 2 nights. Then helped me through my counselling."

Cam squeezed gently at the hand he held. "I'm glad you’re here, and thank you for telling me all this. Can I ask something?" As he was about to speak more the waiter appeared with their food. "Never mind it'll wait. This looks and smells fantastic.”

The food and drink had been excellent; they had stayed in Dirty Dick's for an hour or so and then wandered back to the hotel. Noting other eateries for the coming days.

 

Cam came out of the bathroom, and froze, Stuart was lying on the bed his hands behind his head, propped up on all the pillows. What had caused Cam to pause was that Stuart only wore his boxer briefs. He was watching the TV; he turned to smile at Cam as he noticed him.

"Thought I would get comfy, I didn't think we would be going back out."

"No plans to go out and comfy looks...edible." Did I just say edible? Cam was soon next to him, similarly attired.

"Thanks for understanding, all my baggage. Not many would." Stuart rolled to his side to watch Cam who was propped, sitting, against the headboard.

"Don't be a numpty, we all have baggage." He paused a little then asked. "Stuart how did you get mugged? What happened?" There was silence. "Fuck, I shouldn't have asked you that. It's just I want to help."

Stuart rolled away, onto his back, sitting up then drawing his legs up to his chest. His voice, when he spoke so quiet Cam had to mute the TV.

"We had been out, John, me, a few of the others. John talked me into going to a club. We ended up, in Revolver, drinking and John trying to get me to chat up guys. It was funny watching John get hit on actually. Well at the end of the night we left, I was bustin for a piss and nipped up one of the lanes. John walked on slowly, he was gonna wait for me at the end of the street." Cam could hear the stress in Stuart's voice he moved closer feeling Stuart's heat between them. "I'd just turned to head after John when I heard a voice behind. Turning I saw four guys, ‘Haw shirtlifter, gies yir wallet’ All he said to me before he swung a punch, the others joining in. I freaked, I tried to fight but soon was on the ground, boots..boots laying into me. It seemed like ages, then I felt someone groping me trying to find ma wallet.

Cam now noticed the water on Stuart's cheek. "Stuart I'm going to touch you ok, let me hold you." The only sign of approval was a slight nod, he moved till they touched and then draw Stuart onto his chest cradling his head.

"It was then I heard John shouting, felt those fuckers getting dragged from me. They scattered and ran, John may be a pretty boy but he can fight, three brothers. He got me home, and stayed with me. I always wonder what would have happened, had he not been there. One of those bastards was feeling me up, I'd swear. Would it have gone further? Would I have gotten slashed or worse?" Stuart's voice broke.

Cam gently kissed the top of his head then squeezed him. "Stuart, I'm here, I've got you. I will do all I can to keep you from harm whenever we are together, unless you ask me I will not hurt you, ever. The last thing I'll say for now is this. If you ever feel you need a moment to vent, in my presence go ahead. Scream, cry, shout I will take it all and hold you, as I am now.

Stuart rubbed his cheek against Cam's chest, his eyes wet from the silent tears. The liquid transferring to Cam's chest hair dampening it flat in places. "Look let's go relax in the Jacuzzi, we can soak and you can use me as a pillow. Which I love by the way."

Stuart started to shift a little groaning as he did; Cam felt the sudden cold air where he had been lying against him. He moved off the bed planting a kiss on Stuart's mouth, and then headed to fill the tub.

"Ready." Cam threw his underwear at the bed as he stood naked and smiling. Looking up with a smile; Stuart moved off the bed shucking his briefs as he followed into the bathroom and the waiting cauldron of

fun.

Cam had got in and held out his hand as he stood. "I want you against me. Get in then we can get comfy. Soon they were both submerged to their shoulders, Cam behind Stuart holding him round his chest. Stuart clasped onto his arms and lay there pillowed against him. Feeling Cam's chest rise and fall with every breath, he started to relax with the rhythm and the heat. Cam released his hold a little gently stroking Stuart's cheek. "You know this is why I picked this room, the Jacuzzi. I always wanted to have sex in one."

They were in the tub for thirty minutes or more, the nearest thing to sex was when Stuart tilted his head back to kiss Cam. They were both waterlogged when they finally decided to get out. Soon both men were in the bed they had channel surfed to find something to watch, finally settling on a Jason Stratham movie. Cam was propped against the headboard a pillow behind him, Stuart again cradled in his arms, his head resting on his chest. His hand playing with his belly fur, the occasional kiss landing there too. Cam held him kissing his neck where it joined his shoulder. They both made little comments and critiques as they watched the film. Cam could feel Stuart getting heavier, noticing the change in his breathing. Soon he could hear the gentle purring sound of snoring.

"Stuart, Stuu-art." Cam whispered gently into Stuart's ear. "This will not be a comfortable way to sleep, come on let's lie down."

"Humph, happy, comfy, soft, furry." Stuart's sleepy reply as he moved to turn and nestle his head against Cams abdomen. Cam grabbed the pillows and made a nest resigning to sleep upright. As he started to drift to sleep he could feel the welcome weight of Stuart against himself.

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Cam woke to whimpering, he had fallen asleep, Stuart was restless, tossing and turning. He had rolled off Cam through the night and was now tangled in the sheets. Cam reached over and touched his shoulder. "Stuart, your dreaming, Stuart wake up your having a bad dream."

He then turned on the bed side light and moved closer to Stuart his hand not breaking contact. He felt Stuart stiffen then roll onto his back, his body relaxed as he became aware.

"You ok? You were having a bad dream."

"Yes I'll be fine, don't worry about me. Get them every so often."

"Your not fine, your still trembling."

"Let's just get comfy and back to sleep ok.

Cam decided to let it go till morning. Between them they sorted out the bed and soon were back under the covers. Stuart spooned in front of him, Cam could still feel the occasional tremble but was soon aware of his gentle snore. He clasped his arm around his waist and soon was asleep himself.

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Waking early Cam was up and sitting in the one of the seats in the room, he had the TV on with subtitles, the latest news scrolling across the screen. He wasn't paying much attention to be honest, his mind and eyes were on the sleeping form of Stuart. He smiled to himself at how quick he had fallen for him. He could see himself, twenty years on, sitting like this watching him thinking how much he meant to him, it all felt so right.

Stuart started to wake, as Cam watched, he first started to stretch then he reached out to pat the bed finding the space empty he shot upright. He was still half asleep as he notice Cam, scratching himself he smiled.

"Morning, thought I'd scared you off when I found the bed empty, glad I'm wrong." He stood, scratch more, and padded to the bathroom.

 

"I'm not easy to scare, Stuart. Specially when I...." Cam paused, he wanted to say so much but after last night he needed some answers first. "How you feeling? Wanna talked about it? It may help."

"I'm fine now, I get night terrors on occasion. Never remember them though." The noise of flushing water prevented further talk. Stuart appeared in the door and leant against the wall watching Cam, smiling. "Thank you though. Never had someone ask me what their about, even if I can't remember." There was a pause a Stuart broke eye contact. Cam, instinctively, knew he was holding something back. "So what's the plan? Only three days left.

"You choose, what would you like to do?"

"I'd love to go to do something touristy, the Castle, maybe the Zoo. That or a walk up to Arthur's Seat."

Cam checked his watch, to late now to get sorted for breakfast. "Let's get freshened up, we can decide while showering. Want to wash my back, I'll do yours. "

Stuart broad smile and slight nod were all the answer he needed before heading to the bathroom, on the way he bent to drop his brief, in the process he mooned Stuart.

Stuart felt the surge of heat as he saw Cam bend and strip, he stepped in, as he straightened, slapping his arse cheek. The crack echoed slightly in the room.

"Ooww, what the...." Cam had stopped and turned "that stung, you sod."

Stuart could only smile, as he drank in the view of Cam in all his glory, his thickening cock giving it away he enjoyed what was happening.

"Maybe we should forget going out and stay in the room. Looks like something came up." Stuart put his hands on Cam hips and drew him into a tight embrace. Kissing him hard, their bodies hard against each other.

"Stuart, oh god, what you doing to me. I see you and boom I'm drooling." He lent in and bit gently at Stuart's lower lip, slowly working till his tongue was fighting Stuart's for dominance in a kiss that left both breathless. "See what I mean." Stepping back he waved downwards.

Stuart's eyes followed the movement as the hand moved down. Even before it reached it target, Stuart could see the evidence. He licked his swollen lip, suggestively. "Forget the shower, get back in the bed." The growled command had Cam moving in seconds.

Cam had sat on the edge of the bed and held out his hand, drawing Stuart towards him. Stuart's cock bobbed as he moved, part pulse part the walk. It's dance drew Cams attention and his hand reach to gently grasp it. Stuart gasped as he felt the contact, his body shivered with desire as he felt the second hand cup his hip and draw him between Cams legs. Cams hand leaving his hip to curve behind and cup his arse cheek.

He felt Cams breath on his shaft as, he was drawn forward, his erection seemingly seeking Cam's mouth, of its own accord. Huge, sudden, enveloping heat made him stiffen and gasp. His hand, at first caressing Cams upper arms now grasp Cams head, holding on. As he felt Cam swallow more of him he felt his legs start to give.

Cam let the cock slip from his mouth "You ok, let's get you settled."

Before Stuart knew what was happening Cam had grasped his hips and spun him, he was suddenly falling backwards onto the now vacated bed. Cam following his fall, literally pouncing on him. Stuart tried hard not to laugh as he flailed and fell. Even before he was fully settled he felt Cam's body press on him and the heat was back. His cock swallowed , teeth grazing his shaft, as he was swallowed all the way. "Jesus fuck" he was gasping as his shaft left the warmth of seconds before. He rested his hands on Cams head more for something to hold than anything. There was a pause as a tongue worked across his glans, now fully exposed, his foreskin retracted fully. He whimpered as he was assaulted with intense feelings, his whole body trembling as he fought to hold on. This was all to much he could feel his body reacting rushing to a climax. He never had felt this way before, he started panicking, at this rate it would be over before it started.

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Cam was inwardly happy, he was pleasuring the man of his dreams, he could sense things were racing to a conclusion, so had eased off a little. He felt Stuart's hands shift to his shoulders and gentle pull him off.

"You keep that up and this is gonna end fast and messily. I want this to last, come up here and kiss me then let me return the favour for a bit."

Stuart shuffled fully onto the bed, Cam crawled catlike up the bed after him, kissing as he came. Soon he had Stuart pressed under him, his kiss hard and deep. Both mens hands were exploring, Cams gently running up and down Stuart and holding part of his weight. Stuart's hands had found Cam's arse, they held it tight squeezing the muscle, kneading it. Their excitement was acting as lube for their gentle thrusting, both men equally oozing.

Suddenly Cam was on his back as Stuart growled and throw him off. He was pinned to the bed as Stuart asserted some dominance on him. He could feel Stuart's ass rest on his crotch and gently wiggle there, teasing him. His own erection was trying hard now to find that spot, the one that would have Stuart gasping.

"No you don't." Stuart smiled down at him, leaning into a kiss. Then sliding down Cam he took his concrete hard rod between his lips and slowly, deliberately, swallowed it till his lips met pubes. He gagged a little quickly pulling back. "Sorry." Cam just reached out, smiling, to cup his face. It was all the encouragement that was required. Soon Stuart was bobbing up and down, listening to Cams little gasps and moans. Stuart's hands where know holding Cams hips, holding him down, he had plans.

He started to suck on him again, as he did he shuffled round till he was almost in a sixty nine position. He paused briefly as he sat astride Cams chest then started again. Sitting in such a way so he could pleasure Cam but restricted reciprocation, he went back to his task. Soon Cam was whimpering and moaning trying to throw him off but Stuart had positioned himself well pinning Cam's arm to his side, Cam started to plead.

"Stuart I'm gonna shoot if you don't stop, let me up. Oh god, that feels good, please stop Stuart I'm gonna..." Stuart continued shuffling back slightly, just enough to tease Cam further. His balls now in easy reach of Cams mouth. He gasped, Cam still in his mouth, as he felt them encased in the wet warmth of the hungry mouth. Soon both men were moaning. Cam was now bucking like a wild stallion, fighting being broke. He had released Stuart's balls and was gasping, as Stuart continued his assault.

"Oh fuck, you gotta stop." Cam's pleas falling on deaf ears. Ever nerve in his groin was now electrified, as he felt the pressure grow, Stuart was moaning and humming as he worked the shaft and head, each little sound sent a surge through Cam. His wriggling and writhing had let his move enough that he had a new target presented.

Stuart almost screamed as he felt Cams tongue touch his hole, he had heard of rimming, never tried it though. He pulled off Cams rigid shaft. "Oh what the fuck, oh god that feels......"

"Got your attention did I".

"Fuck yeh!"

Cam went back to his task, his tongue dipping deeper as he lathed the ring. Stuart was now writhing atop him, he could feel the rigid shaft on his chest. Stuart was rubbing himself off on his body. Soon he felt the return of the heat on his own shaft.

Both men were beyond any help now, Cam was past any point of caring, his chest was slick with precum, his whole body now burning, Stuart had moved just enough that he had freed his hands and was now kneeding the arse cheeks as he licked and dipped.

Stuart's mouth had him right on the edge. "Gonna cum, oh Jesus fuck, don't stop please oh fuck."

The response he got was the sudden swallowing of his shaft to the root.

It was all he needed, with a cry he started to shoot, he felt the suction as the mouth withdraw right to the tip and held each swallow adding to the sensation on his glans.

He felt Stuart move again trying to move but he pulled on the hips he held, his tongue delving into the nerve rich rosebud. Stuart's gasped and thrust against his chest. All of a sudden Cam felt the warm wet moisture hitting his belly, "Jesus Cam, how? What the fuck. That was unbelievable". It was only when Stuart's full weight collapsed onto him he realised that Stuart had shot his load from the rimming and chest rubbing.

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They took their time recovering, kissing and caressing as they lay together. Cam was the first to speak. "You still want to do something today. I fancy a lazy one in bed with you. Though we need to get something to eat, we have missed breakfast."

Smiling Stuart kissed Cam again "I so want to just lie here for the rest of the day but I need food, snacks can only go so far." He throw back the covers and stood. Cam could only smile at the view of Stuart's arse as he rose and walked to the curtains. That is the perfect view. I could die happy with a view like that every morning.

Stuart pulled the curtain back a little. Then glanced over his shoulder at Cam, "the sun is splitting the sky out there, not a cloud to see. We should get out for some air and food then......"

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His smile was all Cam needed to finish the sentence, that and have him come alive again. "Ok then how about we go take a walk in Princes Gardens, then grab lunch. We can decide what to do after that, desert sounds good though. First though I want a shower, you coming?" He throw back the covers and stood to stretch, turning he moved towards Stuart his erection bobbing as he moved, his arms raising to hug Stuart.

Stuart moved into the embrace and subsequent kisses, then led Cam to the shower and a long and gentle rub down and wash.

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Lunchtime found them strolling in Princes Gardens, the castle above them on the left. The sun beating down, the sky blue. They chatted about the view how they were enjoying themselves and what were they going to do for dinner. Cam heared his R2 D2 message tone and smiled. "That will be Kal." He pulled his phone out and read the message.

Uncle Cam, hope your behaving and getting time to see the sights. All is well here, shop ok. The house....well I might need some help clearing up after the rave. Only kidding. I gonna stay in it till Saturday. I'll even wash the sheets. Dad has been a tit and I need space. Love you K.

"So what has Kal done? You look worried".

Cam turned to smile at Stuart, "He told me to behave and that all was well. Well almost all. He and his dad have had a fall out so he is staying at the house till Saturday. I'll call him later make sure all is ok."

"You really care for him don't you? Did you ever want kids?"

"Yes and yes, but to have the second I really needed to have a partner. I've looked after Kal since he was a bairn. Funny that his mother, and my dear brother never hesitated to ask me to babysit as he grew up, so they could get away for themselves. Kal spent many a summer holiday with me off hill walking and camping or traipsing round some museum. Rachel and Dugald, his parents, were more the laze on some beach type. Kal was to adventurous always off wandering. Just like his Uncle, no wonder I was a Scouter."

"You were a scout, oh my god."

"Yup a scout and then a Cub Scout Assitant Leader, along with a Red Cross Youth leader. I was open in both, got some stick but never had a problem. I loved them both but it was to much in the end as the shop took off so I had to give them up. Kal got the benefit of some excellent training. I was qualified for Mountians, Camping and water sports. And the Red Cross got me through a Youth Worker diploma."

"You don't look the type, ok maybe a scout yes but all that training." Stuart was grinning as he spoke, they had reached the Haymarket end of the Gardens now and stopped. "So handsome what we gonna do about lunch? You want to head alone Rose street again or head somewhere else?"

Cam smiled and replied. "I think we better head up to Specsavers on Princes Street, you need glasses. Handsome my hin-end." He started laughing.

Stuart grabbed him and they started to wrestle a bit before realising they were in one of the busiest tourist cities in Scotland at lunchtime on the verge of rolling on the ground. The thought of this quickly stopped them but the fun was still there in the way the bumped each other as they headed out of the gardens onto Princes street.

Cam spotted the shop he wanted to visit as they walked. He also noticed just round the corner two or three restaurants that could be promising.

"Tell you what my blind one, let's have a look at those restaurants then head back for desert. Though I need to pick up a couple of things so can we head along Princes Street." Cam hugged Stuart then they moved off towards the row of restaurants.

After perusing the various menus they decided on a little Mexican place. It's menu was excellent and it had outdoor seating. Inside looked inviting too. Soon they sat in the window watching the world go by, a Margherita each, it was complimentary. Their wait was quite short before their starters arrived. Both had opted for a fresh fruit salad that had a tequila syrup. It was light and incredibly tasty. For a main they had chosen mixed fajitas and mini chicken quesadillas. Neither main lasted long, as all the food consumed in short order. When the waiter came over asking if they had enjoyed the food and did they want dessert both men smiled and agreed the food had been excellent and that dessert was not needed as they were going to wait . The bill came and was paid and soon they were strolling in the afternoon sun.

"So what you planning on getting Kal?" Their present conversation redirected from their meal to the fact they were starting to wander the shops along Princes Street.

"Oh likely some vouchers for either clothes or games, he is a fussy sod at times. You want to get Ruaridh a minding?"

"Yeh that could be cool, he is a little like me in that he loves Sci Fi, could be fun to go back to Forbidden Planet before we leave and pick something up. Talking of him, would it be ok to ask him to meet us on Friday when we head back to Glasgow? I want him to meet you properly, as I think your gonna play a big part in my future life.

Cam just stopped dead, smack in the middle of the street, he was completely unaware of the grumbles from the passing public, as they were forced to detour round him. He looked at Stuart, surprise evident, the return smile was had him moving again, happy.

"Yes, but you sure, I mean it's only been 4 days and umpteen hours?"

"Aye, am sure, knew after last night when you were there for my night terror, I told you no one had ever done that." Only then did both men realise they were still in the street surrounded by strangers. "Let's get Kal something and then we can see about dessert."

Cam's response was to stride off, he now knew what he had to buy. It would be silly but it was sure to be loved.

They reached the shop Cam had seen the perfect gift in and he stopped looking in the window.

"I'm gonna take a look in here, looks like there is a right mix of stuff." The window had all sorts of nick nacks and gift ideas, many handcrafted and there in the corner was the item he wanted for Stuart. He went in and as they wandered he pointed out items from pottery to Celtic jewellery, the shop was literally a wee Aladdin's cave. The further they delved the more they saw. Both men seeing items for there respective family. Cam was wandering through a section holding toys watching Stuart lift statues made from scraps of metal and nuts and bolts. He headed to the till and after a quick word was paying for his item, he headed back to where he had left Stuart.

"You see anything? I found something for you so I'll need to catch you up if your done." Stuart had the little kid look on his face, the one Cam loved.

"I'll nip into Game and grab a voucher, get you there. He watched as Stuart headed back into the rear of the shop.

They met shortly after that both carrying bags, the smiles they gave each other said all that was needed even this short time apart was to much just now. Cam hip checked Stuart as they turn to walk in the direction of their hotel and the chance for dessert. “You all sorted

"Yeh. You?"

"Yup, got Kal a voucher and also a chain with a Rune stone pendant, while I waited I nipped into that shop there." He pointed with his thumb over his shoulder at a Scottish souvenir shop.

"Cool, I actually found Rauridh something too. Picked up this cool figurine made of scrap metal. Got him a Minion, you know from Despicable Me." Cams smiling face and nod was all Stuart saw in response. That smile was all he could think of for the next few minutes as they weaved through the throng of people. They finally reached the end of Princes St and turned to head to the hotel. The closer they got the more Stuart got excited. He had had men in the past but none as caring as Cam. Was he rushing. No he knew within himself he had made his perfect match. This thought carried him right to the door of their room and what awaited him.

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No sooner had Stuart closed the door than Cam pounced. "Get your arse over here so I can kiss you." the kiss had them both gasping when they finally pulled apart. "We forgot one thing. Chilli, we are gonna burn if we aren't careful." Cams announcement had both men in tears and gales of laughter in seconds. They argued playfully back and forth as to who had pick Mexican. As they spoke items of clothing were piling onto the floor and all to soon they were both, naked, erect and lip locked again.

"Cam I need you to do something for me?

Cam gave Stuart a puzzled look. "What do you need handsome." A kiss to finish the sentence had Stuart leaning into draw them closer his arm wrapping around Cam, his mouth next to his right ear. "I need you to make love to me. I want you to make me yours."

Cam draw back a little, enough to see Stuart's face, the surprise at Stuart's statement clear . "You want me to what? Are you sure? I'm ok with you taking me first, if you want."

Stuart held onto cams shoulders his hands playing with the nape of Cam's neck. "No I want you to prove to me I'm yours. Show me what it is to be loved."

"Surely you have....before? Are you certain."

"Please Cam, I need you. Yes I've have before but always it was rushed. No love, no tenderness. Please Cam."

The last please and Stuart's look had Cam guiding him to the bathroom. "Ok, but we are gonna do this my way." Cam now had a wicked smile, one that Stuart knew promised interesting times.

Cam started the tub filling and smiled, Stuart realised what the plan was almost immediately and decided to keep Cam hot. As they stood Stuart wrapped around Cam and started to kiss the line of his spine, working downwards. He was rewarded with little gasps and meows as he went. When he reached Cam's arse he paused then planted a kiss on each cheek before skipping to thick and firm legs. Cam tried to turn but Stuart's hands stopped and held him in place "No you don't, your mine till the tub fills then..."

Cam felt he was melting, each little caress of Stuart's mouth was stoking a fire deep within, it threatened to flare and engulf them both. "Stuart please, don't stop. That feels amazing. Oh god." Cam's nerves were now hyper sensitised. Stuart's every touch and brush was driving him to new levels of arousal.

Stuart felt Cam move as he leant to switch off the water. As he leaned Stuart quickly slipped his tongue over his crack dipping into it, tasting. Cam's response to this new attack was a startled gasp and a sudden grab at the tub side. "We're ready. Oh fuck I'm ready. You sure about this?"

Slowly kissing his way back up and along Cam, Stuart gasped out a "yes", then slapping Cams right cheek started to slip into the now foaming water of the tub, "ohhhhhhhh". Cam followed and slipped in next to him.

"Stuart, I want you so badly, Christ I've never been this hard. I love what you do to me and want to experience it more. He leant in and started the kiss again, his hand slipping into the water to grasp Stuart's turgid shaft. The response to this was a slow exhale then a whimper. "Cam, please"

Stuart felt Cams grip change and soon he was being pulled up so his arse was out of the water and Cam was behind him. He felt a sting as Cam returned the earlier slap. The tingle lasted for a while then an altogether different sensation hit.

Cam gently started teasing Stuart, he was licking behind Stuart's balls, that little sensitive line that led to an entirely different goal. He felt Stuart's body stiffen as he worked his way backwards his tongue teasing. Soon the tongue was replaced.

"Oh my god what you doing to me? That feels fuckin brilliant."

Cam moved from one finger to two "you ok, I got more lube there if you want?"

It was only then as he looked over his shoulder that Stuart noticed the small bottle of lube and the dark foil squares. He smiled and gasped a yes then returned to grasping at the side of the Tub.

Cam had slipped on a condom and was now ready to continue. Stuart was gasping as he waited he felt the emptiness Cams fingers had left. Looking back at Cam he watched as he prepped. "Oh god I have wanted this since You told me you like me, since we were in the shop. Please Cam get a fuckin move on."

Cam did as he was told, slowly sliding behind and quickly into Stuart. The gasp and groan all the encouragement to bury himself root deep in the constricting heat of Stuart.

Both men simultaneously groaning "Oh my God, that's so good." Cam soon had a steady rhythm going, each thrust eliciting a gasp or groan. The man below, and around him responding with every thrust.

"Stuart your so fuckin hot, this isnae gonna last."

"Just keep doin wit yer doin, fuck, oh god....."

Cam was slowly increasing his speed. His breathing starting to get heavier with it.

"Cam I, oh Jesus, I need to watch you, kiss you. Please?"

Cam slowed and withdraw long enough for Stuart to sit tub side his arse supported, Cam was soon back were his cock wanted to be. Stuart had his arms round his neck and Cam held him by the sides as he started to build a rhythm again.

Soon grunts had replaced the platitudes and then all noise was muffled as both men locked lips.

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Cam couldn't last, he could feel his approaching orgasm. It was thundering through him like a freight train in a tunnel. Stuart was flexing and tensing with his own excitement. This was all to much for him and breaking his kiss he cried out and came. A few thrusts and then he was still, his body trembling as his breathing and pulse tried to regulate itself. Stuart captured his head and pulled him into a kiss. "That was amazing, you ok? Let's deal with......"

As he pulled back a little he realized Stuart had shot too. His cock trapped between them he had fucked himself against Cams belly. "Oh! Spill on aisle 1. Now that is hot"

Stuart could only smile and rest his head on Cam's shoulder as he slowly disengaged, shucked the condom and sunk side by side into the warm foaming waters. Stuart was the first to speak, as he ran his hand in slow lazy circles over Cam's body.

"That was amazing, I want that again. But right now I think we better get out of this before we prune. I need to snuggle."

Cam's response was to stand and offering a hand help him out the tub into the bathrobe hanging behind the door. Soon both men were dried and spooned naked in bed, Stuart wrapped around Cam.

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Cam slowly became aware of the heat and the hand over his waist, his mind flashed to the previous evening and their fun in the tub. As he adjusted his sleeping position he felt Stuart stir. "Morning, handsome."

He rolled and was soon staring into grey blue, sleepy eyes. "Morning, god your sexy in the morning." He leant in and kissed Stuart nipping at his lip as he did.

They lay slowly exchanging small kisses, hands caressing each other. Their arousal for each other was evident and soon they were writhing together.

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The afternoon found them wandering round the Castle, their affection evident in their closeness. The whole time some part of them was in contact. They got their photo taken, next to Mons Meg, by a older Canadian lady. Who afterwards commented on how perfect they were together. They spent three hours wandering the grounds of the castle, viewing the exhibits. Cam found that Stuart was a wealth of knowledge when it came to history, often talking of some person or battle which would then be mentioned in the various displays.

Soon they were passing through the Gates heading down the Esplanade. It was now almost five and both men were starting to get hungry. Stuart stopped suddenly, "Cam, I need to say something." People pushed past them the street busy with tourists and locals alike. "This has been the best few days I've had in a long time, I don't want it to end. What we gonna do?" He was worried it showed on his face. "You live and work in Ayr, me I live and work in Glasgow. Yeh I know we are just an hour apart but if I stay the night I gotta get up stupid early for work. You well you are just as bad as you open the shop early."

"Stop will you, we will manage, I run my own business I can work my own time. Also if you stayed you would be up and out with me anyways and it takes 45 minutes to drive to your work. Well at least thats what it takes to drive to the Airport. Your depot is near it, no. Stop worrying, ok! You and I are having a great time we have tonight and tomorrow. Then if you want we can head to your's and I'll stay the night." By now he had captured Stuart's hands and was holding them. "Come on I want to show you off. We are going to the Witchery, my treat." Releasing one hand he held the other as he strolled off towards their hotel.

An hour later they were sitting in the Gothic elegance of the Witchery Restaurant. Cam gazed at Stuart his eyes slowly drinking in the view, they had freshened up and dressed smartly. Stuart looked great in the saltire blue shirt had wore, it set of his dark hair and made his eyes seem bluer. Cam stared watching him as he read the menu. "Cam you sure your ok with this it not cheap.

"If your worried about cost they have the theatre menu. It's much the same as the main one. But I wouldn't have offered if I couldn't afford it. So you see anything you fancy?"

Stuart just looked over the menu and smiled, "Yes, the Scotch beef looks good, as does the Chicken Balmoral."

"What menus the beef on?" Cam had been looking at the menus. When he looked up waiting Stuart's answer he realized what Stuart had meant. "Thank you. You scrub up tasty too. Think I'll go for the Chicken Braemar."

They sat the menus down and the waitress appeared to take their order. They ordered a bottle of white wine, both agreeing on a South African White after some help from the waitress. The food and wine arrived in short order and all to soon both were tucking in. The conversation turned to the food and how good it tasted, the wine set the meal off beautifully.

"Wonder if they do Cranachan, that would finish this of beautifully."

Cam could only smiled at Stuart's comment. "If they don't we could always skip sweet and head to the Worlds End.

The return look and smile said Stuart was in agreement. The waitress came over and asked how the meal had been, both men speaking it's praises. Then the question about Cranachan was asked and sadly they had none left so Cam asked for the bill and left a generous tip. The waitress thanked them then said her goodbyes.

Outside it was still light and the festival performers were still around. Cam was getting caught up in the cities party atmosphere. "So shall we go get bladdered in the World then go clubbin. Or you wanting to just take it easy."

Stuart laughed and semi jumped Cam, his arms round his neck as he kissed him. There was a wolf whistle from a passing group, both men waved and smiled as they continued to muck around like teenagers. The wine had been good, the company better, all they needed to let go there worries. They were strolling towards the Worlds End holding each other, this was how it should be.

Cam sat at the table as Stuart got a round in as well as desert, he insisted. He returned with their pints and sat on the bench seat next to Cam, "Thank You, thank you for asking me along, thank you for showing me a good time. After 22 yrs I know what true love is Cam. Thank you.

Cam was a little taken aback at this but turned to face the man he knew he was hopelessly in love with. "You don't need to thank me for any of that, god, you changed me this last few weeks, I was just plodding along, then you appeared. Now it's like your the air I breathe, we compliment each other. Oh god did I just really say that." The laughter was uncontrolled and natural.

They talked a bit about the plans for the coming weekend. Stuart was back to work Monday Cam was still on holiday. They decided that Cam would indeed stay at Stuart's Friday. Then Stuart would head to Ayr for Saturday and Sunday. Also Stuart wanted to tell Ruaridh what was happening before things went further. It was just after nine now and Stuart sent a text to Ruaridh asking for them to meet. He got a quick reply and after a few back and forth messages, they had arranged to meet outside the George Square entrance to Queens street railway, next to the bus station at 5 o'clock.

Stuart then text John, he got one question in response You having fun ya Bawbag? Showing Cam the message he replied a simple yes. The reply was a smiley face and a x.

Cams comment was interrupted with the arrival of desert. The waiter, the one from Monday smiled. "You two still in town. See you can't get enough". His smile was friendly and warm.

"Yup you trapped us with this concoction, if I could get delivery I would. But Ayr is a bit far." Cam then thanked the waiter who smiled and headed off.

Not a word was said as they both savoured their deserts, side by side, stealing glances at each other their legs touching. Any observer would clearly see they were in love.

The rest of the evening flew in, they sat till closing just chatting. As the night went on and the pints flowed, they relaxed more and the leg touching led to hand holding and stealing little kisses. At one point their waiter passed and laughing told them to get a room. It was the encouragement they needed. They paid their bill, thanking the waiter, leaving a tip that had him stuttering a thank you, then they were out in the warm summer night air heading to the hotel. Even at midnight the street was busy as they wove through the various revellers, holding each other.

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The door clicked shut and Cam watched Stuart fall back onto the bed. Both were drunk, not pissed or guttered. Just enough to slur their speech and keep them happy. Cam moved towards the bed and as he did spotted the bag of presents. He rustle through one pulling out the two wrapped boxes. "Stuart nows a good a time as any to give you these I hope you like them." He sat on the edge of the bed watching

He handed the boxes to Stuart, who had sat up on the bed to accept them. Stuart sat them on the bed, stood and after a similar rummage handed Cam a wrapped box. "I hope you like it." As he sat next to Cam picking up the gifts. He quickly unwrapped the small package, in it was a black box, the label on it read ‘You are my world’ he opened. It held a chain with a miniature earth on it. The detail amazing for the size.

"Oh Cam, thank you this is...oh it's amazing. My god you can even make out the UK. This is awesome." He grabbed and pulled Cam to him kissing him. He started on the larger package then stopped "you gotta open yours to."

Cam smiled "I plan to but want you to open your ones first."

Stuart dove back at the larger box. Once the paper was of he was confronted with a box about 15 inches square. Along the upper edge were what looked like air vents. The box was light and had fragile written on it.

He looked quizzically at Cam, whose only response was a bigger smile and a go on gesture.

Stuart carefully pulled open the lid and gasped.

"Oh my god it's a Bat Bear. Oh he is brilliant I love him." He, by now had, pulled out the large plush teddy bear from the box. Followed by a booklet and bear passport. Then last but not least a bear sized suit.

Cam watch him as he emptied the box, the smile growing with each item. "Know you have someone to watch over you when I'm not around. You can have Bat bear one day and bear Wayne the next. Ooof"

Stuart put the bear down and tackled Cam on the bed. "Thank you so much they are brilliant gifts. You are brilliant, I wish I had known you years ago. Now come on its your turn.

Cam started to unwrap the heavier of the gifts, and soon held an Alien Statue in his hand. It was about 8 inches in height and made from scraps of metal. The detail was unbelievable.

"I love it, thank you." He kissed Stuart. The next gift yielded a leather thong necklace with his initials in Ogham, the ancient language used sometimes in Celtic runes. "It beautiful, Stuart. Thank you again." Without further discussion the gifts were put on display on the bedside shelves and the bed cleared.

After a long exchange of kissing and caressing, both agreed to get some sleep. It was also decided that they would go the Alienwars in the morning and pay Forbidden planet a visit. They had to be on the 1530 bus latest the next day, plenty time to wander.

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They woke early, packed what little they had unpacked then headed for breakfast. It was hard to believe there holiday was over. But both knew this was the start of something. Cam had had a message from Kal asking to stay at the house longer and after a quick chat with Stuart sent a yes reply, but he would have to behave as Stuart was staying also. The reply was Oh, your bringing him home. That's awesome. Ok. X

Well that was Kal was told and he was ok. Stuart had text John to say he was coming home later and he would see him soon. The reply he got was simple. We need to talk. I'll be at over latter. Nothing bad. Will Cam be there. The yes reply got the response good see you soon don't worry.

Stuart showed a Cam who was a little puzzled. "You want to call him?"

"No if it was trouble he would have said. He knows I hate surprises."

They finished breakfast went back to their room and checked it one last time before heading to check out.

Both felt a little sad at this but knew it was the end of a beginning the rest was still to come.

They asked the reception if it was ok to leave their cases till the afternoon, as they wanted to do some last minute wandering and were told it wasn't a problem and off they headed.

Alien wars was the first port of call, Cam had worried about it, about Stuart, but Stuart was surprisingly upbeat and bouncy. They paid and joined a small group of couples and a few kids waiting to get the tour.

The tour started with them being met by a scientist, well an actor dressed in a lab coat. She explained that while digging out the dungeons a ship had been found. As she talked she led the group through a maze of tunnels. Stuart was grinning like a kid as he listened, Cam was just happy they were there and enjoying things. As they came to a room marked Bio hazards there was a crackle of power and the lights died. Soon flashing orange lights activatated along with a hooter and a voice warning. "Please begin evacuation procedures, critical containment failure. Biohazards at large in facility, please proceed to exits." The message repeated.

The small group were wary now and the scientist was trying to calm them. Cam watch Stuart who in contrast to the rest seemed to be enjoying things. Suddenly there was a scream then a serious of bangs and a Soldier burst into the room from a door ahead of them. As he turned lowering his rifle he realized they were there "Doctor you need to get these folks out of here, it has escaped." He barely finished the sentence when there was a screech and a Alien arm came through the door and grabbed him dragging him screaming from the room. As it did the doctor opened another door and shouted "quick in here". The now panicking group ran into the room and once all there the scientist closed and locked the door.

Cam had managed to get hold of Stuart's hand and felt the reassuring squeeze. Stuart seemed to be loving what was happening. There was a bang on the door and the group recoiled to the opposite wall. The scientist spoke quickly and gave instructions on what to do. They were going to try to reach an elevator along a corridor leading away from the room they were in, once there they would use it to reach a level two stories up and an exit. The banging started again this time the door started to break. The scientist led the group, almost getting trampled as she did along the second corridor. As they approach the lift the doors opened to allow another soldier to exit and scream at them to move it.

Their group squeezed into the lift and the doors started to close. As they were almost shut two clawed hands caught them and started to open the doors. The soldier pulled a pistol and started to fire at the alien, that had know forced the doors open enough to stick its head in. Cam knew deep down it was an actor but the whole thing was terrifying. The scientist somehow got grabbed and the Alien pulled her screaming from the lift. The last they saw as the doors closed was her body disappearing. The lift shook as though moving then the doors opened onto a lit corridor the soldier exited the lift checking as he went then turned and ordered us to get out and move towards the doors about twenty feet away. Together they were in the centre of the crowd moving fast when the doors burst open and there stood an alien. The group, as one screamed, turned and ran, Stuart had Cams hand and could hear him laughing. They tore past the soldier, who had started to fire again and headed through a door and to be met by the Dead Scientist and soldier clapping and asking if we had fun.

The whole thing had taken 25 minutes though it only seemed like ten, then led through to the main reception and out, both the actors heading off to start the next group.

Once outside Cam turned to Stuart. His face was full of life and joy, only realizing they were still holding hands.

Stuart turned to him. “Ok I know it's meant to be scary, but that was great fun. I loved it. You being there helped." He kissed Cam and carried on. "That was a different scared, no memories to trigger and I knew it was all for fun. Though it was bloody scary at bits. Like when it grabbed the scientist. She was right in front of me at that point. I near had an accident. Thank you for taking me."

"I had worried you might not enjoy it but the first time I saw your face it was full of life and I knew you were loving it. I'm glad you enjoyed it, I did to and it was all the better having you there. So what now, shall we head to Forbidden Planet. Then collect our cases. Or we could get the earlier bus and eat in Glasgow or eat here then head."

"I think getting the early bus would be good, just in case. But first Forbidden Planet."

They walked holding hands, now it seemed quite natural, well at least here in Edinburgh.

In the end each bought the other a tshirt and a little bobble headed alien before heading to collect our cases and catch the bus. Their Visit to Edinburgh was over