Caiden (12:59:59 AM): Caiden was pretty well known, despite where he'd come from. He'd made it to the top. Performing the nutcracker hundres of times.. and even far more difficult ballets. People paid to see him and the people he worked beside. Ballet music wasn't exactly his style... he listened to more rock than anything... but this is what he was good at. He was more graceful than some of the girls and he always showed up their chereographer [or whatever] when he'd nail a move.
Phoenix (1:11:31 AM): Phoenix yawned as he walked down the street to his next dance class. He had a cappuchino in one hand and a cigarette in the other. Not what you'd expect from someone that was paid to be an athlete, but he didn't really care. His hair was a mess and he looked like he hadn't gotten any sleep, because he hadn't.
Caiden (1:12:17 AM): He stopped on front of the mirror, hands up and lowering them down to his side.
Phoenix (1:19:17 AM): Banging into the dance studio, he stubbed out his cigarette and took a sip of the iced cappuchino.
Caiden (1:20:19 AM): Caiden flinched and looked over his back, glaring a little at the person that had just slammed the door into the room. He was the only one in that particular room, practicing and waiting for the rest of the group.
Phoenix (1:28:46 AM): Chugging down the drink, Phoenix did a little stretch, hearing his back crack and smiled, licking his lips in satisfaction.
Caiden (1:30:14 AM): A sour look overtook his features, looking back at the mirror and working on his moves.
Phoenix (1:33:54 AM): Phoenix rolled his eyes, instantly plotting this guy as one of those types of people that just right away snubbed their noses up. Not that he gave a fuck.
Caiden (1:34:57 AM): He didn't like when people watched in on him before a session. It was his time that they'd given him to practice alone. When he stopped, he went over ot the tape recorder and turned on the song, waiting in front of the mirror.
Phoenix (1:43:04 AM): Shaking his head a bit, Phoenix headed into the changing rooms and hummed to himself. Those people never affected him. He always just went about his business.
Caiden (1:45:34 AM): He stood up perfectly straight on his toes and danced about the room, twirling and springing from spot to spot as he went.
Phoenix (1:54:45 AM): Coming back out, he had no shirt on and loose fitting pants, almost snickering at this guy.
Caiden (1:56:08 AM): [yeah except it looks beautiful, not just fagboyish lol] Caiden closed his eyes and did pirouette after pirouette, keeping his balance.
Phoenix (1:57:55 AM): (Oh I know. I just giggled to myself is all) Phoenix cocked his head, watching for a moment. If he got past the fact that this kid was probably as stuck up as they came, he was actually damn good.
Caiden (1:59:12 AM): He ended in a pose on the ground, one leg behind and one up in front of him with his hand on the upper part of his thigh and the other up on his ankle, ducked low to the ground.
Phoenix (2:02:40 AM): And then he did snort into his hand, but turned away, eyes glittering as he went over othe window, looking outside.
Caiden (2:05:21 AM): Getting up, he went over to his bag. Underneath what he was wearing was only his boxer briefs, a clingy pair of course, and he stripped down to them. Pulling out the normal black pants and a plain white shirt, he got into them. It was what he'd been told to wear for his first jazz class.
Phoenix (2:07:26 AM): He ached for a cigarette again and tapped his fingers on his thighs. Time was ticking by too damn slow. He just wanted to help teach the class and then get the fuck out.
Caiden (2:08:24 AM): [yeah more like how saras friend katie did like nysync and maybe theyd do more rock/pop things] He took to stretching, both the new clothes and himself.
Phoenix (2:16:17 AM): Plopping down on the floor, he pulled a leg up to his chest and rested his head back against the wall, already bored.
Caiden (2:16:56 AM): He went over to get out his tape, tossing it to his bag and missing, sending it skidding on the floor over to Phoenix's side.
Phoenix (2:20:42 AM): Phoenix looked down, picking up the tape without a thought and his eyes closed as he rested there, holding it out.
Caiden (2:21:48 AM): "Thanks," quietly, taking the tape gently from between his fingers.
Phoenix (2:22:12 AM): "No problem,"he mumbled, tapping his knees absently.
Caiden (2:22:59 AM): "So... are you in this class? Or do you teach?" Caiden wasn't much for the modern shows. He'd been to very little... too busy with his own.
Phoenix (2:25:45 AM): "Mm teach,"he mumbled, not really into talking at the moment, trying to find his zen place.
Caiden (2:27:31 AM): "Do you still perform?" He couldn't tell how old this guy was. If he was 23, this guy had to be at least 5 years older... give or take a year.
Phoenix (2:30:36 AM): "Yes. From time to time." He thought the guy would get the hint with his short answers.
Caiden (2:31:15 AM): "Right..." he nodded and bent his leg behind him, stretching himself.
Phoenix (2:33:24 AM): Finally. Thank god. He hummed and pressed his lips tight together, fingers tapping out a rhythm.
Caiden (2:34:05 AM): Caiden wasn't normally a talker, but he was trying to be friendly. It didn't take him long to get the hint.
Phoenix (2:36:21 AM): Opening his eyes, he's achieved a nice state of calm, and this time allowed himself to smile at the other guy, if only for a brief moment.
Caiden (2:44:31 AM): But Caiden was looking out the window, eating on carrot.
Phoenix (2:45:00 AM): He shrugged and closed his eyes again, pressing his lips in a firm line once more.
Caiden (2:51:15 AM): More people started to come in.
Phoenix (2:51:38 AM): Sighing, he got up, ready to do this, grab his things, and go find his damn boyfriend.
Caiden (2:52:18 AM): He got up and took a spot on the floor, anxious.
Phoenix (2:54:11 AM): Going to the front of the class, Phoenix messed with the music.
Caiden (2:55:16 AM): [yeah. only chuck. and only because he was part of the background for caiden. but caidens had to pry nix away from a girl a lot of times it feels like] Caiden waited to see if there was more than one instructor.
Caiden (2:55:45 AM): [i think i said that last time. so whatever. it doesn't matter this time either.]
Phoenix (2:58:04 AM): (Pry him away? =( I've always...or usually made him break up with someone before anything even happens between them. Don't be like thattt) Looking around, Phoenix noticed the people all there and then glanced at his watch. Where in the fuck was he?
Caiden (2:58:59 AM): [i mean like pry like get bitchy with them or with nix over it] Caiden looked at the clock and sighed, glancing around.
Phoenix (3:02:54 AM): (Ohhh okay. Well that's not gonna happen. Cuz Nix's "boyfriend" has left for Europe without saying anything to him. Yep.) Growling, he just decided to start the class himself, talking about techniques and things.
Caiden (3:05:21 AM): He listened as intently as with any other class. a lot of it things he'd heard before
Phoenix (3:06:55 AM): And then he demonstrated a simple turns and slides, even though his body was tense now with frustration.
Caiden (3:07:34 AM): when he told the class to follow, Caiden did perfectly. It was diffferent... but all the same...
Phoenix (3:08:41 AM): Leaning back, he watched them and noted techniques and points where some were a bit off.
Caiden (3:11:33 AM): He stopped on command, as always, and looked to the front of the room.

Phoenix (8:37:21 PM): The class was almost over by then and he declared that some of them, he listed names, needed to look to the other more experienced people as guides. "I want each of you to tape your routine and bring it to me by the next class."
Caiden (8:38:32 PM): Caiden sighed, grateful that he wasn't mentioned and didn't have to spend more time on this than he had to.
Phoenix (8:40:10 PM): He waited only a few moments after to talk with one or two people and then grabbed his things, hurrying out without changing.
Caiden (8:41:21 PM): Grabbing his bag and putting it over his shoulder, he pulled on a different t-shirt in place of this one and, not caring what he looked like because he lived very close nearby, left the pants.
Phoenix (8:42:07 PM): He stood there on the curb, rubbing at his forehead and flipping open his phone, dialing his flat and waiting almost impatiently.
Caiden (8:42:58 PM): His bag seemed almost 10 times bigger than him, dangling there at his left side as he waited to cross the street.
Phoenix (8:43:56 PM): Phoenix had a cigarette already dangling from his lips as he listened to a message saying the number was disconnected. "Oh you've got to be fucking kidding me..."
Caiden (8:45:32 PM): He couldn't help glancing at the instructor on the curb, patting one pocket of his bag and pulling out a cigarette pack. He'd smoked his whole life, almost, despite being told a million times that it could ruin the way he danced. The way Caiden saw it was that it helped clear things in his mind
Phoenix (8:47:29 PM): The cigarette dropped to the ground as Phoenix muttered a curse and almost felt like throwing his phone across the pavement.
Caiden (8:48:08 PM): The lights changed and he started off to cross the street, his bag thumping a little against his hip and smoke billowing up from his lips.
Phoenix (8:49:18 PM): Clicking his phone shut, he sighed and got into a cab that pulled up, heading to the flat and going up, unlocking the door and looking around at the almost barren place. "Fucking hell! That bastard!"
Caiden (8:51:08 PM): His studio apartment was one of the better in the city. The floors were a warm wood... an industrial look around the place that didn't overpower you. It was his favorite place to be.
Phoenix (8:52:32 PM): He went straight to the phone, noticing it was indeed disconnected and he wanted to scream. How in the fuck could the arsehole just do that? The place wasn't even entirely his!
Caiden (8:57:37 PM): Setting his bag down where he always did, Caiden traisped off into the kitchen with his two kittens, one black and one white, following.
Phoenix (8:58:36 PM): Calling the bobbies on his cell phone, he ranted for over a half n hour, and then slammed the phone onto a table. That prick would pay. And as he made a mental inventory on what he needed, he stalked out of the flat and reluctantly went shopping.
Caiden (8:59:57 PM): Pulling down all the things for his dinner... boiling two things of water and getting out a skillet, he worked on making some chicken pasta with steamed brocolli.
Phoenix (9:00:55 PM): After trudging along to a dozen different stores and putting in orders, he made his way back to his flat and went about getting his phone connected again.
Caiden (9:01:39 PM): He fed bits and pieces of the chicken to the cats as he went along, poking on now and then as he stirred it into the sauce.
Phoenix (9:02:34 PM): Then, finally, he settled down against a wall and flipped through dancer's files.
Caiden (9:03:33 PM): Pouring everything together on the plate and refrigerating the rest of the pasta, Caiden took his things over to the table and sat down with a glass of wine and at.e
Phoenix (9:04:27 PM): When he came to the file of the one guy he'd recognized, he couldn't help pouring over it with interest. Why this guy was in the mediocre class he taught Phoenix couldn't understand for the life of him.
Caiden (9:05:12 PM): It didn't surprise him that the phone rang... and he let the machine get it. He didn't talk on the phone when he was this hungry.
Phoenix (9:07:01 PM): Mystified, he set aside the folder and went through others, marking off those he already knew wouldn't make it.
Caiden (9:07:53 PM): It was his manager, so to speak, and she sounded annoyed with him. By the end of the message, though, she had softened up as she always did. [shes like justins mom on qaf lol]
Phoenix (9:08:40 PM): (Ahah. *snuggles her*) Then without a bed to sleep in, he curled up with some blankets and flicked off the lights.
Caiden (9:10:10 PM): Finishing his food and doing his dishes, he slinked over to the are of the studio parted off for his bedroom, clicking his phone and calling her back. She wanted to know what this was about him taking classes without telling her, first. And he said, simply, that moden dance teachs you to be passionate and defying when you danced... and that was all he wanted to learn.
Phoenix (9:12:20 PM): As he lay there, he wondered what Samuel had done with his pets. Why he'd done all this to Phoenix when he'd been nothing but a good boyfriend. But then again...he'd never been around. Maybe that was it. Maybe this was his punishment. He sighed, feeling a migraine coming on and closed his eyes tight.
Caiden (9:20:10 PM): He clicked the phone off and fell right to sleep, both kittens curled up near his feet.
Phoenix (9:21:54 PM): When he awakened in the morning, it was to the sound of cars outside. He felt like shit and he went to take a shower, vowing that today he'd go find someone to help him teach the class.
Caiden (9:22:51 PM): He woke up early as he always did and sprang outside to run before breakfast.
Phoenix (9:27:07 PM): So he set out around the local art district, putting up flyers. He had his signature cigarette dangling from his lips.
Caiden (9:31:52 PM): When he stopped, he was near the river and put his hand on the railing, taking in a deep breath.
Phoenix (9:33:55 PM): Heading to the riverside cafe, he got a chai tea and a wheat bagel, sitting down at an outside table.
Caiden (9:34:36 PM): Clad in boring running clothes, he contemplated on getting food.
Phoenix (9:35:26 PM): He spread low-fat cream cheese on the bagel and took a bite, reveling in it
Caiden (9:38:02 PM): It won over though and, running his fingers over short, but mostly flat, spikes, he went into the place
Phoenix (9:39:10 PM): Sipping his tea, he found himself looking around and noticed the guy from the day before.
Caiden (9:39:46 PM): Scratching his arm a little, he waited in line and looked over the menu.
Phoenix (9:40:36 PM): Phoenix tore his eyes away and went back to his miniscule snack.
Caiden (9:41:19 PM): Getting a fruit drink, one that promised sugarfree, and a crossaint, he ate it and sat at one of the tall tables by the window.
Phoenix (9:42:39 PM): Phoenix picked apart his bagel and almost wondered if he should extend the hand of kindness, but just couldn't do it.
Caiden (9:43:25 PM): He almost felt like he was still trying to catch his breath, eating the croissant piece by piece.
Phoenix (9:45:23 PM): He found that he'd massacred it and was no longer hungry, tossing it out.
Caiden (9:46:12 PM): Finishing up, fruit drink in hand, he decided to walk back to his flat. So, sliding off the stool, he stretched a bit from toes to fingers and tossed the empty plate.
Phoenix (9:48:09 PM): Phoenix walked around the side of the cafe, head bowed and fiddling with his bag.
Caiden (9:48:56 PM): He toyed wit his hair and it fell flat on his forehead. He needed a shower the minute he got hoem and he knew it.
Phoenix (9:50:45 PM): Snagging something that was most certainly not a cigarette, he struck a match and took a long drag.
Caiden (9:53:19 PM): He could smell the distinct smell of pot and smirked a little. It had memories to it. What didn't?
Phoenix (9:53:56 PM): Heading off down the street, he made his way to a local clothing store.
Caiden (9:55:01 PM): Caiden was used to seeing other dancers... artists and the like... around here. Maybe not so early in the morning, though. He brushed it off when he saw him, sippnig his juice.
Phoenix (9:57:15 PM): Stubbing it out and saving it for later, he entered the store to get some essentials.
Caiden (9:58:29 PM): Tossing his bottle into the trash, he made his way into his flat and up the stairs. Starting a shower, he sighed and climbed in
Phoenix (9:58:48 PM): Buying more than he probably should, he made his way back to get a cab to his flat.
Caiden (9:59:46 PM): He sank into the tub, eventually, and let the warm water drown out the sound.
Phoenix (10:00:14 PM): Back again, he saw there for ten messages on the machine and he let them play as he hung up clothes.
Caiden (10:01:17 PM): Calm and collected, he slid his fingers down and stroked at himself. Sometimes being so uptight really fucked you up when you finally calmed down.
Phoenix (10:02:13 PM): (purr) Calling back only one out of the ten, he booked the person to help with the upcoming class sessions.
Caiden (10:04:39 PM): He let the water drain-who wanted to sit in cum water?-and curled his toes as he sat there on the small seat of the jacuzzi tub.
Phoenix (10:09:07 PM): Then going over to the fridge, he grabbed a beer and slid down to the floor.
Caiden (10:11:14 PM): He didn't take him long to cum he hadn't touched himself in at least a week at this point, and groaned a little.

Phoenix (12:27:26 AM): Sipping the beer, he knew it was bad for him, but he frankly didn't give a shit at the moment.
Caiden (12:28:10 AM): He turned the shower back on, standing up with wobbly legs under the stream.
Phoenix (12:31:11 AM): And soon one became two, then two became six, and he was drunk off his ass.
Caiden (12:32:06 AM): When he was ready, he made his way to the studio. They were putting on a show within three months... and practice was getting harder than ever.
Phoenix (12:35:58 AM): He fell onto his back, laughing suddenly at himself and tossing a bottle against the wall.
Caiden (12:37:11 AM): Getting into his proper clothes, he stretched and they started. He was relaxed... too relaxed. They wanted you to be rigid and firm... but graceful.
Phoenix (12:44:58 AM): The phone rang and rang and he didn't answer. Fuck him. Fuck them. Fuck it all.
Caiden (12:45:47 AM): It was a long hour and a half and finalyl he was allowed to eat lunch.
Phoenix (12:51:35 AM): (And I have no idea what to do. They're not even around each other. Lol)
Caiden (12:52:10 AM): (OK, start something new. Since he's drunk lmao
Phoenix (12:52:50 AM): (Heheh) Phoenix stumbled out of the flat, making his way towards the art district again.
Caiden (12:56:23 AM): He felt a little pressured, sitting down in the cafe on the corner. He didn't know New York would be like this. He'd assumed things were easy as they looked. And somehow, despite being naive, he'd made it. Now he was too tired all the time to enjoy it.
Phoenix (1:01:54 AM): He got looks from some people and didn't pay attention. All that was in his mind was finding a place to let loose.
Caiden (1:15:46 AM): Eventually his head ended up on the table, eyes closed.
Phoenix (1:18:48 AM): He sauntered into the cafe, ordering an iced cappuchino and gazing in the corner he saw the guy. Grabbing his drink, he made his way over to him, tapping his head.
Caiden (1:19:11 AM): Caiden startled and shot his head up.
Phoenix (1:26:56 AM): "Sleeping in a public place? Giving a new meaning to starving artist or what?"
Caiden (1:28:22 AM): He looked at him in confusion, tiredness in his eyes. "Not starving, no. Overworked, maybe," a shrug.
Phoenix (1:36:18 AM): "Ah, I see. Well then you should cut back. No one wants a dancer that ends up collapsing on stage."
Caiden (1:37:09 AM): "I'm not that overworked. And now my naps ruined," a soft yawn.
Phoenix (1:43:08 AM): "Oh well sorry."His brows furrowed and he scratched his head, mumbling something as he staggered off.
Caiden (1:43:47 AM): He couldn't help yawning again, "did you.. want something?
Caiden (1:43:49 AM): "
Phoenix (1:47:01 AM): "No. Nothing." He waved his hand in the air, side-stepping a table and heading for the door.
Caiden (1:49:21 AM): "You sure?" getting up and bringing his water along.
Phoenix (1:50:58 AM): "Yeah..."What exactly would he want from this guy to begin with? Aside from the obvious.
Caiden (1:58:53 AM): He looked at his watch a swore under his breath.
Phoenix (2:01:12 AM): He almost tripped over the curb and grumbled, waving his arm to get a cab.
Caiden (2:01:38 AM): "Oh... um... I guess I'll see you at class, then."
Phoenix (2:04:07 AM): Phoenix scratched his head, glancing over at him. "class?"
Caiden (2:04:43 AM): "Yes... .tommorow," Caiden looked at him very oddly.
Phoenix (2:05:49 AM): "Oh yes. Class." He nodded, a cab slowling down for him.
Caiden (2:07:19 AM): Caiden said nothing when he went ot get in, moving back down the street.
Phoenix (2:08:23 AM): Falling over in the cab, he mumbled directions to his flat.
Caiden (2:22:52 AM): The session continued for another 2 hours and then he was finally exhausted, climbing into a shower at home and collapsing on the sofa.
Phoenix (2:24:07 AM): Phoenix had barely gotten into the flat before he was passed out in the foyer.
Caiden (2:24:39 AM): He barely clicked on the TV before his eyes closed and he fell asleep.
Phoenix (2:26:25 AM): Andddd sleep, sleep, and more hungover sleep.
Caiden (2:27:08 AM): Caiden ate his dinner at 2am before sleeping once again. The next day he wandered into the studio before everyone else.
Phoenix (2:30:56 AM): Phoenix had the worst hangover headache ever, and when he straggled into the studio, he wished he were anywhere else.
Caiden (2:31:34 AM): Instead of stretching, he was sitting on the bench.
Phoenix (2:32:37 AM): His head throbbed and he'd tried to reach his "zen" place but couldn't even do it.
Caiden (2:34:32 AM): More came in and eventually they lined up.
Phoenix (2:36:03 AM): The other instructor came in and phoenix told them just to take over.
Caiden (2:43:06 AM): Caiden watched the instructor from before and then went into what the new one said.
Phoenix (2:47:03 AM): Sliding down to the floor, he hung his head in his hands.
Caiden (2:49:04 AM): He didn't do as good as the first day. Maybe he was just too concentrated on other things. Or maybe he really couldn't put as much passion and indiviuality into it as he hoped.
Phoenix (2:50:42 AM): He heard everyone counting steps and making mistakes and he wanted to scream.
Caiden (2:51:14 AM): By everyones third try, Caiden got it... but not so much everyone els.e
Phoenix (2:54:22 AM): Finally, he got frustrated and stood. "Why in the FUCK are any of you here, huh?! Why are you wasting our time?"
Caiden (2:54:59 AM): He looked over and said nothing, not feeling hurt by that.
Phoenix (2:58:34 AM): "1, 2, 3. Is it that hard? Is HE the only one that knows how to fucking move here?!" Phoenix gestured to Caiden in a roundabout way. "Fucking hell! Just go! Do yourselves a favor and fucking quit before you embarrass yourselves." Growling, he made his way to the back of the studio, slamming through the doors there.
Caiden (2:59:07 AM): Caiden flinched at the sound and tried not to look at the people who glared at him.
Phoenix (3:01:54 AM): Slouching down on a bench, he kicked a locker and muttered obscenities.
Caiden (3:02:42 AM): People began to leave, some of them sayng they weren't going to put up with this.
Phoenix (3:05:46 AM): Hanging his head, he closed his eyes tight and tried to think past the throbbing.
Caiden (3:06:06 AM): When only he was left, he asked the instructor if he would still teach him.
Phoenix (3:08:24 AM): The younger guy nodded a bit, going back to the music he'd turned down.
Caiden (3:08:53 AM): So they continued the session w/ out the class and w/ out the other instructor.
Phoenix (3:13:51 AM): Finally he got up and grabbed his bag, trudging out of the back room.
Caiden (3:14:57 AM): It wasn't a hard routine... just full of passion and... he couldn't describe it. He had half the dance down and they were moving along pretty good.
Phoenix (3:16:30 AM): He watched them for a fleeting moment before making his way to the door.
Caiden (3:17:16 AM): He stopped for a moment to watch Phoenix walk out and asked the other guy if he was coming back.

Caiden (12:24:25 AM):
Phoenix (8:26:24 PM): The guy bit his lip. "I sure as hell hope so. He's the best and they need the best."
Caiden (8:28:21 PM): "Thats' if they come back," he waited to be shown the next move.
Phoenix (8:37:23 PM): "Right." The man did an example of the mood and Phoenix was already outside, making a vow to himself not to even come back to this damn place.
Caiden (8:41:23 PM): Nodding, he started to work on this part, dancing in front of the window.
Phoenix (9:13:20 PM): Grumbling to himself, Phoenix looked in for just a moment, watching the guy. He almost made it worth it. Almost.
Caiden (9:18:32 PM): They worked on a few things Caiden had learned in previous classes... a lot of it over three years ago. It was recall for him.
Phoenix (9:20:29 PM): But he had it in his head to resign and that's exactly what he was going to do.
Caiden (9:21:18 PM): When they stopped and talked, Caiden glanced outside.
Phoenix (9:21:45 PM): There were no cabs near the area and he was getting increasingly frustrated, but finally one drove up and he slipped in.
Caiden (9:25:42 PM): He watched him go and then the other guy told him the session was over.
Phoenix (9:32:28 PM): Flopping down in the seat, he closed his eyes ,rubbing the bridge of his nose.
Caiden (9:33:01 PM): Nodding, he gathered up his bag and p didn't bother changing.
Phoenix (9:34:50 PM): When he got back to his flat, there were messages about people coming with furniture.
Caiden (9:37:33 PM): Walking out of the studio and down the street, he sighed. Maybe this was a horrible idea.
Phoenix (9:38:59 PM): He called them back and then went about making himself some food, popping a few aspirin.
Caiden (9:39:27 PM): It wasn't late by any means... and he went out on the town with some of the other dancers.

Phoenix (12:33:57 AM): Eating by himself in the kitchen, he barely registered when the people came in, and he mumbled instructions on where to put things.
Caiden (12:35:16 AM): They had dinner and talked and had fun...but it was the sort of fun Caiden had once had back home in Brisbane. Back then he'd been reckless. Hed had to grow to the ways of life this way.
Phoenix (12:37:33 AM): Once done, his flat looked more lived in, and he plopped down on the couch, flicking on the tv.
Caiden (12:44:08 AM): Things were different and he'd been an outsider... but once he'd gotten in with one of them, it was like he'd hit the jackpot. Finally, he went home with one of the other dancers. He was a snob, maybe more than Caiden could be, but he was flexible.
Phoenix (12:48:26 AM): Glancing at the clock, he realized that it was past his usual self-declared "bed time" and he didn't care. At this point in time, he was done with his job and his life in general.
Caiden (12:53:00 AM): It meant nothing... it was a little secret among everyone. If he was into girls, he'd have more option. But in ballet, and his group, there was only one other that was gay. Bi, actually, so he wasn't completly useful. An hour later, around 1am, he dressed and left.
Phoenix (12:54:42 AM): The phone rang. His agent. He listened to the message without so much as lifting his head.
Caiden (1:03:36 AM): And like that, Caiden fell asleep satisfied for the first time in 2 months.
Phoenix (1:07:32 AM): He didn't sleep and the next morning he was bombarded by another phone call.
Caiden (1:08:09 AM): Caiden had the day off and he loved every minute of it, even laying there with his back hurting from not moving all night.
Phoenix (1:14:01 AM): And this time he did answer and his response was simple. He quit.
Caiden (1:14:58 AM): Twisting a little, his back cracked and he smiled at the feeling. Sliding out of bed, he slipped over to his treadmill.
Phoenix (1:30:42 AM): But his peace was short lived. Suddenly his door burst open and there she stood, yelling at him to get his lazy ass up.
Caiden (1:31:33 AM): He spent an hour in front of the TV, drinking his water and running.
Phoenix (1:43:48 AM): Without a word, he got up and she shoved him towards the shower, still bantering at him.
Caiden (1:48:14 AM): When he was done, he was starving and dirty. Eating first and then getting into the shower, he left his flat.
Phoenix (1:52:11 AM): He took a shower, got out, and she practically dragged him to the studio.

Caiden (1:50:55 AM): He entered the studio not much later, wanting to talk about getting private lessons.
Phoenix (2:03:54 AM): Sitting down on the edge of a windowsill, he barely listened as she went about talking to some other instuctors for a different class.
Caiden (2:06:17 AM): Caiden didn't notice the other instructor there, talking with the one who hadn't left.
Phoenix (2:07:01 AM): He rubbed his face, not wanting to be there at all, but she came right back over to him, tapping him on the head.
Caiden (2:10:54 AM): Leaning on the counter there, ass sticking out a little and fingers tucked under his chin, he talked
Phoenix (2:19:17 AM): Phoenix looked up, and then caught sight of the guy at the counter. He rolled his eyes and looked down again, mumbling a yes.
Caiden (2:20:19 AM): Once he'd arranged it, managing to fit in the private sessions-two a week-with the studio, he smiled and forked over his credit card for payment.
Phoenix (2:21:41 AM): She reprimanded him, telling him she'd be back later to check on him, then she was gone.
Caiden (2:22:14 AM): What he didn't know, though, is that the instructor who'd thrown a fit the night before would be his teacher.
Phoenix (2:29:10 AM): He scratched his head, the other instructor coming over and giving him some papers, when he saw he'd been booked for private sessions, he almost wanted to scream.
Caiden (2:29:57 AM): And so the next week went by, showing up to the class session to find at least 4 of the members had quit.
Phoenix (2:33:07 AM): Phoenix didn't care. He wasn't here for them. Not really. He'd lost that spark and he wasn't anywhere near getting it back. He'd been full of life and happy and now he was dull and bitter.
Caiden (2:34:16 AM): He waited for the class to start, the instructor going back to what people had walked out on the last session.
Phoenix (2:40:14 AM): Phoenix just sat back, watching and sipping from a bottle of water.
Caiden (2:45:56 AM): After the hour was up... Caiden stayed behind. His private session was scheduled every tuesday and thursday after classes.
Phoenix (2:48:56 AM): When everyone was filing out, he got up finally and stretched. This was going to be hell.
Caiden (2:53:21 AM): Drinking his water and taking a bathroom break, he came back.
Phoenix (2:54:24 AM): Phoenix was bent over, fingers touching his toes, hair in his eyes.
Caiden (2:56:06 AM): "Are you my instructor?" his accent thick.
Phoenix (2:56:41 AM): Looking up from between his legs, he nodded.
Caiden (2:57:09 AM): "Alright," he waited
Phoenix (3:00:04 AM): Standing back up, Phoenix begrudgingly went over to the radio and turned the music on. He wrote down some steps on the chalkboard. "Try that to the timing."
Caiden (3:00:56 AM): Caiden counted them like always and then tried it out.
Phoenix (3:01:21 AM): Leaning back against the wall, Phoenix watched him, nodding every time he got something right.
Caiden (3:03:32 AM): He kept the face on, keeping himself focused.
Phoenix (3:05:20 AM): "Stop."He said, noticing a small falter.
Caiden (3:07:12 AM): And he did, looking at him.
Phoenix (3:09:15 AM): Coming over, Phoenix touched his hips, positioning him a bit differently. "You had it down pat, but moving to the left at that exact moment would probably have you knocking into someone beside you."
Caiden (3:11:48 AM): He was quiet, giving a firm nod of understanding. "So..." he did it again when Phoenix moved away, little goose bumps on his skin.
Phoenix (3:14:08 AM): "Mm exactly." Phoenix couldn't help the grin that lit his face.
Caiden (3:15:03 AM): Another nod, smiling to himself. "Got it.
Phoenix (3:17:26 AM): Phoenix sat back once more, watching him do the routine and feeling like for only a moment, he'd actually accomplished something.
Caiden (3:18:17 AM): He was here for once reason... passion... personality. Ballet almost always forced a solemn face.
Phoenix (3:23:14 AM): Bobbing his head to the music, he ached to get out there on the floor and dance too, but restrained himself.
Caiden (3:23:58 AM): Doing a turn and coming to a stop, he smiled. "That good?"
Phoenix (3:28:40 AM): "Better than good."

Caiden (4:52:18 PM): Caiden grinned a little, but tried not to look too excited.
Phoenix (4:27:11 PM): "Here...try this." He drew out a more complicated pattern, knowing this guy would nail it unlike the others.
Caiden (4:27:48 PM): Studying it for a minute, he put his hands out and brought them in, doing the move to the music.
Phoenix (4:30:03 PM): Phoenix cocked his head, a wide grin spreading across his face.
Caiden (4:46:08 PM): When he stopped, he wiped his forehead a little. Despite being 145 pounds and tiny, he still sweat as much as everyone else.
Phoenix (6:08:33 PM): "You should re hydrate yourself." He nodded, stopping the music for a moment.
Caiden (6:09:16 PM): Caiden looked at him and, almost snobbily but not too much, "I've been doing this since I was 17. I know what I'm doing."
Phoenix (6:13:58 PM): He rose his brow. "That's wonderful. The water's over there." He pointed, eyeing him seriously.
Caiden (6:15:10 PM): He picked up the water bottle and swigged some of it. He knew when he was thirsty. He wasn't some psychotic dancer who did it until they danced themselves dead.
Phoenix (6:24:11 PM): Phoenix smirked to himself and went to change the music. His body was pushing him to dance but he didn't want to.
Caiden (6:24:59 PM): "This is easier than I thought it would be."
Phoenix (6:36:43 PM): "Mm yeah." He barely acknowledged him now, turning on a different song.
Caiden (6:43:35 PM): Hands on his hips, he waited for the next moves
Phoenix (6:45:42 PM): Phoenix scrawled out some more on the board, a whole different routine and then sat down.
Caiden (6:46:25 PM): "Aren't you supposed to go through this with me?" he'd never met an instructor who wrote things in boards. It was just normal for them to show you the dance and have you do it.
Phoenix (6:53:16 PM): "Nope. You're doing just fine yourself."
Caiden (6:53:47 PM): "You can' just write down steps I don't know," this was moden dance, after all, not ballet.
Phoenix (7:03:53 PM): "Yeah? Well thanks for letting me know that."
Caiden (7:09:25 PM): "So what am I supposed to do? Pretend?"

Phoenix (7:09:47 PM): "Pretend what exactly?"
Caiden (7:13:01 PM): "That I know what a..." he read it "'pecking' is. I don't believe I've learned that in ballet."
Phoenix (7:14:50 PM): Phoenix rolled his eyes. "Right. Well as perfect as you seem to be, I thought you'd know everything." He grudgingly showed him the move.
Caiden (7:15:55 PM): Caiden tilted his head at that. "Well, if that's not ridiculous, I don't know what is," he thought it looked completly silly. "And as for perfect... I only know what I do. I've never taken a class like this."
Phoenix (7:23:45 PM): Phoenix now glared at him. "You know what. Snobs like you are the reason I quit."
Caiden (7:24:38 PM): "Right. Snobs like me. When you're too involved in yourself to teach the lesson. What's that say for you?"
Phoenix (7:30:44 PM): "I'm not involved in myself. I don't CARE. And the only reason I'm here is because my damn agent won't let me quit."
Caiden (7:32:00 PM): "Figures they'd give me the most senseless instructor out of them all.?
Caiden (7:32:02 PM): "-
Phoenix (7:58:08 PM): "You know what. You can walk your snooty arse right out that door. No one's stopping you.
Caiden (7:59:04 PM): "Right. No one is. But I paid for someone to teach me. So teach."
Phoenix (8:07:11 PM): "I don't have to teach you. I'd rather go play in traffic. You can get your money back, because I don't cater to backdoor snobs."
Caiden (8:07:54 PM): "Backdoor snobs, yeah?" glaring at him. "If you would do your job people wouldn't get so pissed with you."
Phoenix (8:11:46 PM): Phoenix actually laughed at that. "My life does not revolve around you and your little dancer friends. So excuse me if I don't take orders from you just because you have this idea in your head that you're special because you can do fancy twirls and stand on your fucking tiptoes."
Caiden (8:12:51 PM): "I don't want special treatment from you. I want the treatment I paid for you. You showing me how to dance. That's all. So far you've shown me two things. The rest I've done on my own."
Caiden (8:17:21 PM): [paid for-]
Phoenix (8:41:49 PM): Phoenix was easily frustrated. Didn't this asshole get that he didn't even want to BE here? "Get someone else then."
Caiden (8:42:22 PM): "If that's what you want."
Phoenix (8:45:08 PM): He stared at him. "What I want doesn't matter. But obviously I cant teach you."
Caiden (8:47:44 PM): "You could teach me if what you did was teach."
Phoenix (8:55:18 PM): His eyes narrowed. "God, you just don't quit."
Caiden (8:58:02 PM): "Well, excuse me if you're the only teacher out of the tens I've had that hasn't actually gotten up and shown the routine."
Phoenix (9:01:20 PM): "BECAUSE if you weren't deaf, you'd understand what I've already told you!"
Caiden (9:01:51 PM): "You don't like teaching. Alright. Then you shouldn't be here, should you?"
Phoenix (9:11:05 PM): "No, I don't like teaching people like you and the others who see this as just some shitty little replacement compared to serious dancing."
Caiden (9:18:30 PM): "This is serious dancing, isn't it?"
Phoenix (9:19:58 PM): "Doesn't seem that way to some. So why should I waste my fucking time?"
Caiden (9:21:53 PM): "Because some people are taking this to improve."

Phoenix (1:21:54 AM): He snorted a bit. "Right. Well when I find those people, then maybe I'll give a damn."
Caiden (1:22:26 AM): "I'm here, aren't I? I'm just waiting to be taught."
Phoenix (1:25:54 AM): Phoenix looked at him a bit evenly. God, this guy really was dense. He strode over to him and stared him in the eyes. "I. Gave. It. Up!"
Caiden (1:30:47 AM): "Then leave already if you 'ate it and gave it up."
Phoenix (1:36:51 AM): "Funny thing is...I don't have to leave. This place is mine."
Caiden (1:41:12 AM): "Then what the 'ell do you want me to do? Get a refund and leave because you don't like me? That's a bit stupid. You don't even know me."
Phoenix (1:41:44 AM): He arched a brow. "You can leave willingly or I can make you leave."
Caiden (1:42:20 AM): Caiden didn't understand this guys problem. "Discrimination against me.. what for, exactly?"
Phoenix (1:43:27 AM): "I don't have to have a reason other than the fact that I simply don't want to teach you or anyone else. Go find someone else to do it. I'm sure there are plenty of people willing to tolerate you."
Caiden (1:44:12 AM): He hadn't even said much. He'd asked him to actually show him the move instead of writing the name like he should know how. "Right," scooping his bag up.
Phoenix (1:45:26 AM): "Thank the lord, you finally got it." He strode back over to the radio. No, he wasn't normally such a prick. But losing your passion for the one thing you loved could do that to a person.
Caiden (1:46:43 AM): "Right. I got it. You're taking it out, whatever it is, on someone who just wants to learn and diversify their talents. And you decide you hate me when all I wanted was for you to show me and not right down some ruddy name of a move I couldn't have possibly ever heard of without taking a class like this before," opening the door.
Phoenix (1:52:37 AM): Phoenix glanced at him. "Right on the money there, love. You did learn something. Now don't let the door hit your ass o nthe way out."
Caiden (1:55:40 AM): He'd always hated that saying. It was so predictable. He kicked the door back behind him, sending it flying into the wall inside the studio.
Phoenix (1:59:05 AM): Phoenix just shook his head, then went over, locking the door and yanking down the curtains.
Caiden (2:01:45 AM): Crossing the street, he looked back on the studio. He wouldn't have time to get a refund until Monday. It was Tuesday now and Friday through Sunday was the big show.
Phoenix (2:03:33 AM): Getting his bag, he went out the back way and got a cab, grumbling to himself.
Caiden (2:03:56 AM): He rubbed his forehead and swore when he couldn't find cigarettes, stepping into a shop on the corner.
Phoenix (2:06:07 AM): Going back to his flat, he turned off his phone.
Caiden (2:07:25 AM): There was a line. A LINE IN A FUCKING LIQUOR STORE. So he took his time, getting looks from a couple of the rougher looking guys buying beer. He, on the other hand, held Seagrams in his hand while he wore his obvious dancer outfit.
Phoenix (2:09:17 AM): Flopping down in bed,he pressed his hand against his face. His career really was over.
Caiden (2:16:38 AM): It scared him... not enough to leave... but just enough to look aimlessly out the window. When he finally got to the counter, he put his money down and asked for the cigarettes.
Phoenix (2:18:14 AM): Closing his eyes, he thought of how horrid he'd been to the guy. He wished he had the balls to apologize.
Caiden (2:22:02 AM): As always, he was carded... the lady practically announced his age, handing it back and giving him a bag.
Phoenix (2:22:26 AM): But he didn't. Not right now anyway. Maybe if he ever saw him again, later.
Caiden (2:23:00 AM): Shoving it into his wallet and into his bag, he KNEW they were watching his moves. And yet he still left the store and walked towards home in the dark.
Phoenix (2:23:31 AM): He vowed to it, inside his head. He'd apologize. Yes, but right now he just wanted to go out and get drunk.
Caiden (3:04:02 AM): When someone smacked away the bottles and they went crashing to the cement, amazingly not breaking inside the container, he startled and jumped forward.
Phoenix (3:06:37 AM): Phoenix wandered the streets, whistling and hands shoved into his back pockets.
Caiden (3:08:01 AM): It didn't surprise him when he caught a glimpse of the people, feeling a hand go in his pocket. "I told you, Drew, it's in his bag... that pocket... yeah, that one..." and he knew they were taking his wallet.
Phoenix (3:10:44 AM): He ambled down the same road that was where the studio was located, knowing the one liquor store would still be open.
Caiden (3:11:52 AM): His cheek was scratched from hitting the brick wall when someone shoved him... but he was fine aside from that. Wiping his unscathed cheek, he picked the Seagram’s up with shaky hands.
Phoenix (3:23:37 AM): He got there and got a six pack, mumbling something and walking past an alleyway.
Caiden (3:25:04 AM): He sat down there on the ground, warm still from the day of sun shining down, and pulled his back over. He was freaking out a bit.
Phoenix (3:27:30 AM): Stepping back when he saw a group of guys run out, he furrowed his brows a bit and glanced down the alleyway out of habit, seeing someone on the ground. "H-Hey...are you okay?"
Caiden (3:28:12 AM): Groaning inwardly, he shoved his cigarette pack into the side pocket and crushed the one he'd been smoking down into the ground. "Oh, bloody wonderful."
Phoenix (3:32:43 AM): The moment he heard the familiar voice, he rolled his eyes to the sky. "Nevermind then."
Caiden (3:33:35 AM): He put his bag around him, holding his keys tight and out. "Thanks," stepping past.
Phoenix (3:37:42 AM): "Whatever." Making his way back down the sidewalk, he just shook his head. Try to be nice even still and it didn't matter.
Caiden (3:39:33 AM): "I just got my wallet stolen. Not feeling my friendliest," he hated that this guy took everything and took it all so seriously.
Phoenix (3:41:31 AM): "Mmm shitty luck." He tucked his bag under his arm and tugged his hoodie over his head.
Caiden (3:43:20 AM): "Right. Forget that I said thank you. Not that you've done anything for me but turn everything against me," walking towards his apartment.
Phoenix (3:44:14 AM): Phoenix shrugged. This guys thank yous and anything else he said didn't really matter to him right now,if at all.
Caiden (3:44:57 AM): He kept his arms tight around himself, key poking out from his hand and the Seagrams bouncing on his hip.
Phoenix (3:55:01 AM): Sighing, he waited for yet another cab.
Caiden (3:55:52 AM): When he got to the door, the case slipped and, this time, they broke. When he heard the sound, he kicked the container across the sidewalk and into the trash can.
Phoenix (3:57:34 AM): Finally one came and he made his way home again, but he couldn't drink. He just put the beer in the fridge and went to bed.
Caiden (3:58:48 AM): [I love how he doesnt hear the bottle kicking from like 10 feet away lmao or doesnt care] He lit a cigarette before he even got up to his own apartment, shutting the door and locking it.
Phoenix (4:05:44 AM): (I thought he meant that he was heading to his apartment, like it was a bit away? Oops) Curled up there, his head started to pound again and he found a part of him missing his ex.
Caiden (4:06:40 AM): [ah, no. he lives across the street :D] After he'd called to cancel all his credit cards... and his debit... he tried to make dinner. He managed to burn part of it, his mind elsewhere.
Phoenix (4:16:08 AM): (Well oops oops. Lmao) Cursing every word he could think of, he laid back down with a sigh.
Caiden (4:16:28 AM): He went to sleep early as fuck, passing out.
Phoenix (4:20:36 AM): When he awakened the next morning, he was tangled in sheets and had a slight fever.
Caiden (4:21:51 AM): Training went on until late Thursday night, two days going by, and then it was Friday. Time for the first night of shows.
Phoenix (12:37:23 AM): And here he was, being watched as he got on "dressy" clothes because his manager wouldn't take no for an answer.
Caiden (12:42:48 AM): There was a running joke about his last name. Was it Irish? Maybe he was Jewish or something. And on his dressing room door, someone had stuck an Aussie sticker on it. It wasn't funny, exactly, but it was... an inside joke. Maybe his ancestors had changed their last name to what it was now: not a real last name. And he'd laugh and joke back about one of the other guys and how he'd been the outcast in his Brooklyn based family. He was the only one that talked fag.
Phoenix (12:57:26 AM): Phoenix finally got dragged out the door and to the theater, up into the box seats where his manager had reservations. He slumped down into the seat and frowned.
Caiden (1:00:33 AM): Stretching alongside others, the lights began to dim. He smiled, someone yelling 'STOFLIARS!' in a hushed whisper a few feet off. They positioned and it began.
Phoenix (1:02:22 AM): Phoenix leaned forward, elbows on knees and stared into the darkness at the stage. His eyes widened and he almost groaned when seeing the guy.
Caiden (1:03:33 AM): It started slow... delicate and soft... with dips and twirls with the girls, changing off between them.
Phoenix (1:09:14 AM): Cocking his head to the side, he actually found himself getting into it.
Caiden (1:12:58 AM): He was mostly the center guy, the main guy in the storyline, and there were many times it was only him and the lead girl on the stahe.
Phoenix (1:20:14 AM): Then with a huff, he leaned back and didn't watch anymore.
Caiden (1:20:46 AM): As the end rolled around... the dancing was more dramatic... dangerous... and articulate. Spin after spin.
Phoenix (1:23:38 AM): She nudged him and he only grunted in response. This wasn't his thing.
Caiden (1:28:12 AM): He picked her up, doing an almost figure skating type move. The music sounded more terrifying.
Phoenix (1:29:45 AM): Sitting up again, he looked down at the stage and for a moment, he was almost breathless. Something about it was hauntingly beautiful and he mentally kicked himself.
Caiden (1:30:34 AM): In this story, his character died. And so he did, ending with a dramatic move and falling to the floor.
Phoenix (1:33:00 AM): Phoenix's brows rose up into his hair and he was captivated.
Caiden (1:33:44 AM): And so it started to end, the girl weeping beside him and the curtains closing.
Phoenix (1:35:57 AM): She nudged him once more and he blinked, looking at her and her knowing smirk.
Caiden (1:36:43 AM): The applause started to explode and soon the curtain came back up, the cast grinning and bowing
Phoenix (1:43:29 AM): "You think he's gorgeous." She chuckled, getting to her feet and clapping along with the others.
Caiden (1:44:30 AM): It went down again and up and it was just him and the main girl, posing.
Phoenix (1:47:13 AM): Phoenix muttered under his breath, but she was right. She was always right.
Caiden (1:49:06 AM): They did their final bow and ducked away to the backstage.
Phoenix (1:50:35 AM): She grabbed his hand and yanked him down the stairs to the back area. "Oh and did I tell you we're going to the after party?
Caiden (1:51:36 AM): And so they all returned to dressing rooms, changing into their best and fixing all their makeup. Which, in Caiden's case, was his faint eyeliner. Faintly spiking up his hair, it was flat on stage, he smiled and started out with a few of the girls to drive over to the part.
Caiden (1:51:38 AM): y-
Phoenix (1:52:40 AM): He wanted to protest but couldn't. Once there, he ordered a drink straight away
Caiden (1:55:20 AM): They arrived and people clapped when they came in, trays floating about the room with drinks on them. He plucked one up and drank it.
Phoenix (2:00:25 AM): Phoenix downed the martini, faintly noticing that the guy was there as he got another.
Caiden (2:01:32 AM): It was a little formal... but there was still dancing and lots of laughing
Phoenix (2:04:25 AM): He was on his third when he got asked to dance and accepted.
Caiden (2:07:58 AM): Caiden didn't notice him there, dancing on the floor with one of the girls for fun.
Phoenix (2:11:03 AM): The guy practically grinded against him, bumping him and he knocked into someone without looking.
Caiden (2:12:57 AM): Blinking, he looked behind him and moved away from the guy who'd bumped him.
Phoenix (2:13:35 AM): "Can you stop grinding into my ass?"he muttered to the guy. The man just laughed and grabbed Phoenix to him.
Caiden (2:15:17 AM): When he got off the floor, he picked another drink up and some snacks.
Phoenix (2:16:39 AM): Phoenix shoved him away, heading back to the bar.
Caiden (2:19:22 AM): They had sushi and he loved it, putting on a tab of wasabi and soy sauce as he ate piece by piece, sitting at the bar.
Phoenix (2:21:58 AM): He came over to the bar, sitting down and ordering a margarita.
Caiden (2:24:32 AM): Caiden saw him and recognized him, but didn't bring attention to himself, chewing his sushi and smiling.
Phoenix (2:30:32 AM): He downed this one too, knowing he'd soon be too drunk for his own good. Then he'd snag a nice young twink and take him home to fuck.
Caiden (5:13:41 PM): He grinned a little to himself, the adrenaline and the aphrodisiac, he'd forgotten this type of sushi was, only added to it
Phoenix (5:26:31 PM): Looking around a bit, Phoenix perused the crowd, eyes a bit hazy.
Caiden (5:35:11 PM): Tapping his fingers, he drank down a bloody mary and sat back, happily, in his chair.
Phoenix (5:44:06 PM): Tipping back a shot, he turned his head and came upon the sight of the guy a few seats down. He licked his lips, eyes roaming over him.
Caiden (5:49:58 PM): Slipping off the stool, he made his way past people and into a backroom, pulling his cigarettes out.
Phoenix (6:06:58 PM): Phoenix cocked his head, watching him go, almost tempted to follow and just shove the little sprite up against a wall.
Caiden (6:11:43 PM): He lit one up when he got away far enough, leaning his head on the wall and letting out a low sigh.
Phoenix (6:20:34 PM): Shrugging, he took one more shot and slipped off the stool, heading in the direction the guy had went. Finding him, he almost laughed a little. "Nice show."
Caiden (6:29:37 PM): He dropped the cigarette at his side, the room was dark and he knew he couldn't see, and nodded. "Thanks," looking at him and licking his lip.
Phoenix (6:37:02 PM): Phoenix's eyes twinkled a bit. "I've never seen people move like that. Very flexible, eh?"
Caiden (6:37:48 PM): "Yeah. You might of come to know that if you'd kept your class and sessions going," he said this without much emotion.
Phoenix (6:44:21 PM): Phoenix shrugged a bit. "I wasn't the one that should teach you, plain and simple."
Caiden (6:46:57 PM): "Right..." he gave up on his cigarette and dropped it, pressing his foot over it quietly and without much movement.
Phoenix (6:50:49 PM): Watching him for a long moment, he ruffled his hair. "Ah fuck it. Just wanted to....congratulate you."
Caiden (6:56:16 PM): Caiden laughed, just a little. "Well, thank you... really. I didn't expect someone like you to show up at one of my shows."
Phoenix (7:01:45 PM): He sighed a bit. "My manager dragged me. Said I needed more culture and to stop being a recluse."
Caiden (7:22:39 PM): "And did you get more 'culture'?"
Phoenix (7:30:15 PM): Phoenix's eyes roamed up then down, and up again. "Oh yes, I do believe I did."
Caiden (7:36:32 PM): "Mm... right, right..." absentmindedly setting down the glass of bloody Mary. It was his managers house... and he was sure she wouldn't mind him leaving his things about. Someone would clean it up.
Phoenix (7:42:32 PM): He couldn't shove him up against the wall. So he really didn't know what he was doing. Mumbling something, he looked around
Caiden (7:48:21 PM): "'ave you been here before? It's one of the grandest of the houses in New York City. Well, thats what they keep telling me."
Phoenix (7:56:32 PM): "Yeah...it's beautiful."
Caiden (8:06:59 PM): "Yeah.... i's different," smiling faintly and leaning against the wall.
Phoenix (8:18:42 PM): He blinked a little, stumbling and steadying himself by putting a hand up on the wall.
Caiden (8:28:40 PM): Caiden glanced to the side and at his hand. "You hate me, so why don't you go back and join up with the party?" again, not much emotion in his voice.
Phoenix (8:32:11 PM): "I never said I hated you, did I?" he honestly didn't remember if he had or not.
Caiden (8:35:52 PM): "Maybe not, but its as close to hatred as you could with someone you don't know, don't you think?"
Phoenix (8:39:02 PM): "Yes, you're right." He said it with defeat in his voice, turning to the guy. "I'm sorry,"he murmured sincerely.
Caiden (8:44:30 PM): "Forget about it... I didn't take it to 'eart or anything."
Phoenix (8:48:55 PM): "Whatever then." He waved his hand in the air. If the guy didn't care then neither did he, and he tried walking again.
Caiden (8:54:37 PM): "Thank you, though," sincerely.
Phoenix (9:03:58 PM): "Yeah..."he trailed off, up righting himself.
Caiden (9:07:08 PM): "So since you're walking off so fast, I guess I'll see you around, then."
Phoenix (9:11:33 PM): "I'm not walking off so fast. I can barely stand. And why would you even want me around.
Caiden (9:13:57 PM): He shrugged, going over and flopping onto one end of a fancy black leather couch and looking at the fire someone had lit in the hearth.
Phoenix (9:36:09 PM): Phoenix looked at him, then saw it as a sort of dismissal and sighed, heading away.
Caiden (9:38:23 PM): "See you around, then..." faintly.
Phoenix (9:44:06 PM): Looking over his shoulder, he frowned. "Why do you keep saying that?"
Caiden (9:47:44 PM): "Because you keep going to leave," the fant hint of the cigarette on his tounge making him itch for another.

Phoenix (1:12:44 AM): "I thought you'd rather be away from me."
Caiden (1:27:53 AM): "Away from you? And why do you think that?"
Phoenix (1:46:02 AM): "Well I was never particularly nice to you, was I?"
Caiden (1:46:29 AM): "No, not really."
Phoenix (1:53:55 AM): "So then I'm walking away."
Caiden (1:54:58 AM): Caiden wasn't going to fight with him so he stayed. "Alright... could you 'and me my drink first..." pointing to it on the small table across where he'd been standing.
Phoenix (2:12:27 AM): "Sure." Phoenix turned and grabbed the drink, bringing it over.
Caiden (2:13:04 AM): "Thank you," touching the other man's fingers, slowly and purposefully.
Phoenix (2:18:02 AM): Phoenix rose a delicate brow and handed over the drink a slight smirk on his face.
Caiden (2:20:15 AM): He sipped at it, looking up at him, and set it on the table in front of him while he licked his lips.
Phoenix (2:25:16 AM): It was such a temptation and he could reach out and grab it, or play coy. He decided for the latter. "Anything else you need?
Caiden (2:27:30 AM): He peeked at him over the leather back of the couch. "Nothing you can go get fo rme."
Phoenix (2:35:04 AM): Both of his brows rose. "Try me."
Caiden (2:36:05 AM): Caiden say back and weighed his options, fist at his lips.
Phoenix (2:44:54 AM): He crossed his arms over his chest, waiting.
Caiden (2:45:29 AM): "I wouldn't have to ask for it."
Phoenix (2:55:07 AM): "Oh no. Of course not."
Caiden (2:55:56 AM): He rubbed over his lip, faintly, and smiled. "Course not."
Phoenix (2:58:28 AM): "So then don't ask for it. Take it."
Caiden (7:50:53 PM): "Take what?" smirking at this.
Phoenix (7:52:35 PM): Phoenix chuckled. "Whatever it is that you want."
Caiden (7:53:33 PM): "I suggest the same to you... since you're the one walking off."
Phoenix (7:55:30 PM): His brows rose into his hairline once more and he leaned down, hovering there in front of Caiden. "I can't take what I want in the middle of a crowded room.
Caiden (8:01:45 PM): "Then find somewhere else."
Phoenix (8:02:02 PM): He quirked a brow. "Cab? Apartment?"
Caiden (8:10:28 PM): Caiden moved to get up, faintly glancing around the mostly empty room. It seemed people had discovered it after he had entered it. "Doesn't matter."
Phoenix (8:11:16 PM): A nod and Phoenix held out his hand.
Caiden (8:12:52 PM): He took it long enough to get up, feeling the eyes of peoplethroughout the room noticing this.

Phoenix (12:46:29 AM): Letting his fingers slide over his palm for a moment, he let go of his hand and turned to walk out.
Caiden (12:47:44 AM): Caiden watched his retreating back and followed, grabbing his hand and pulling him through the back of the house.
Phoenix (12:58:44 AM): And this time Phoenix looked around in wonder. "So where're we going?"
Caiden (1:00:34 AM): "Out the back door," he let his hand go, gesturing him.
Phoenix (1:07:26 AM): "Ah, all right."He made his way after him, out into the night air.
Caiden (1:48:55 AM): Caiden lead him around the back down the alleyways and didn't say anything.
Phoenix (1:57:28 AM): Phoenix rose a brow, a little confused now.
Caiden (2:02:17 AM): It seemed that his apartment was in walking distance of a lot of places. Maybe that's why he loved it so much. "You comin?"
Phoenix (2:04:58 AM): "Well not yet, maybe in a bit." He smirked.
Caiden (2:08:17 AM): "I've heard that before..." faintly, stopping at a crosswalk.
Phoenix (2:10:22 AM): "Yeah, I'm redundant, I can't think of anything unique to say."
Caiden (2:11:02 AM): "That's alright. You're mouth isn't so important to me..." joking a little.
Phoenix (2:13:15 AM): He chuckled a bit. "Ah, a man that knows what he wants."
Caiden (2:13:51 AM): The light changed and he itched for his cigarette, trying to forget and leading him into the complex.

Phoenix (2:21:21 AM): Phoenix followed in silence, looking around intrigued.
Caiden (2:23:18 AM): He got to his flat, half of the thirdfloor, and opened the door.
Phoenix (2:23:44 AM): Moving in after him, he rose a brow. "Nice...very nice."
Caiden (2:27:41 AM): "Thanks..." how many times had he said that to this guy?'
Phoenix (2:34:03 AM): A chuckle and he stepped in further, inspecting the place.
Caiden (2:35:33 AM): He got his shoes off, dropping an inch and looking even tinier next to this guy
Phoenix (2:36:39 AM): Phoenix noticed this and for some reason it made him smile.
Caiden (2:38:42 AM): "Pretty explanatory..." Caiden pointed out the areas of the loft, the bathroom the only place hidden by a real door.
Phoenix (2:39:40 AM): A nod and he clasped his hands behind his back.
Caiden (2:40:53 AM): He tinkered with his black shirt, undoing some buttons and glancing at the other man. "You want another drink?"
Phoenix (2:46:45 AM): Phoenix laughed. "Don't need anymore."
Caiden (2:47:21 AM): "Yeah, me neither," he realy wasn't too dunk, but didn't want one anyways... Slinking towards his room, his movements even as he walked a bit silky.
Phoenix (2:49:39 AM): He cocked his head to the side, watching with fascination.
Caiden (2:50:06 AM): His shirt came down in a ripple of black silky material, a simple white wifebeater below it.
Phoenix (2:53:57 AM): "Goddamn..."he muttered, heading after him.
Caiden (2:55:06 AM): His whole place had perfect lighting... faint here and there... and bold in some places. In the bedroom part, it was quiet and soft. He turned when he entered the area.

Phoenix (7:24:41 PM): Shrugging to himself, he made his way into the room and leaned against the doorframe.
Caiden (7:26:31 PM): [no door. lofts. open and seperated by some room divider things and suchs] "Want to show me what you wanted?"
Phoenix (7:30:38 PM): (Ah right. ;)) "Mmm maybe." He nodded a little, stepping forward.
Caiden (7:32:46 PM): "Don't toy..." sitting back enough on the bed, legs open enough for Phoenix to step between.
Phoenix (7:37:22 PM): (That was hot imagery) Quirking a brow, Phoenix came over, doing just that and pushing Caiden back onto the bed.
Caiden (7:39:10 PM): He let him do whatever he wanted for now, gazing at him. "Tha's better..." laying back on his elbows.
Phoenix (7:44:33 PM): A chuckle and his hands roamed up Caiden's sides, lifting his shirt slightly.
Caiden (7:48:19 PM): He scooted a little closer to Phoenix... down the bed just a little bit.
Phoenix (7:50:05 PM): As he lifted Caiden's shirt, exposing his stomach, he bent his head and kissed over the soft skin.
Caiden (7:53:34 PM): Caiden's eyes closed and he thought, faintly, that this guy could be some psycho... he knew enough so far in experience to know he was a little unstable... but he played good with thos lips of his...
Phoenix (7:57:19 PM): Licking a light trail over the faint line of hair there at his lower stomach, he tugged up Caiden's shirt completely.
Caiden (8:02:14 PM): His arms went up the shirt flittered away just as his other shirt had.
Phoenix (8:11:55 PM): He now kissed up Caiden's chest to the side of his neck.
Caiden (8:12:49 PM): Caiden's hand went down, pale and freckled faintly from the Aussie sun, and he started to pull up at Phoenix's shirt from the abck.
Phoenix (8:34:32 PM): Phoenix let him get it off, hair ruffled now.
Caiden (8:36:05 PM): He tossed it over the side of the bed, stroking fingers from his lower back and up.

Phoenix (1:23:05 AM): A little shiver and he kissed up to his collarbone sucking there.
Caiden (1:30:57 AM): Caiden groaned, just a little bit. He liked attention... and he rarely got any other than the actual fucking
Phoenix (1:31:39 AM): Making the slightest bruise there, he continued upwards, kissing along Caiden's jaw.
Caiden (1:34:56 AM): His fingers slid up over Phoenix's neck, slender and warm.
Phoenix (1:38:42 AM): Kissing below his ear, he licked his tongue over the pulsepoint there.
Caiden (1:41:35 AM): Wrapping his legs around him a little, Caiden pressed up and arched his back.
Phoenix (1:44:11 AM): His hands roamed up Caiden's sides as he sucked at the side of his neck.
Caiden (2:02:24 AM): "Mmm... you're good at that."
Phoenix (2:03:31 AM): "I try."he murmured, licking at his earlobe.
Caiden (2:05:46 AM): Caiden breathed against the side of Phoenix's face, soft and warm.
Phoenix (2:12:33 AM): Then he turned his face, brushing his lips against the other man's.
Caiden (2:16:00 AM): Craning his neck a little, he lifted his head and started to kiss him back, tasting the cigarette from earlier between them.
Phoenix (4:07:46 PM): The kiss was hot, wet even as he dragged his tongue across Caiden's lower lip.
Caiden (4:21:28 PM): His hands went down on Phoenix's hips... stroking up and down them and beneath the band of his pants.
Phoenix (4:22:19 PM): He sucked at Caiden's lower lip, hands roaming his chest.
Caiden (4:23:08 PM): He started to push at them, sighing against his lips.
Phoenix (5:07:33 PM): Phoenix was intoxicated by him, didn't know quite why, but maybe it was the drinking or maybe the newness.
Caiden (5:11:01 PM): Caiden pushed down his pants... down further and taking his boxers along with them.
Phoenix (5:11:28 PM): When his fingers touched over his bare skin, Phoenix couldn't help the moan escaping him as he nipped at Caiden's lower lip.

Caiden (10:53:14 PM): He dragged his bottom lip just under Phoenix's bottom lip.
Phoenix (10:56:30 PM): God, he tasted good. So fucking good. Phoenix tweaked a nipple and ran another hand down Caiden's side.
Caiden (11:11:03 PM): "Mm.. f-fuck..." his voice soft.
Phoenix (11:12:38 PM): He played with the nipple till it was hard and sucked on Caidens' neck, grinding against him.
Caiden (11:20:49 PM): He couldn't help it. Bringing his hand down, he slipped it over Phoenix's cock.
Phoenix (11:30:10 PM): Phoenix let out a grunt into Caiden's skin, biting his neck.
Caiden (11:42:23 PM): His lips parted at that, jerking up in soft, slow, strokes with expertise.
Phoenix (11:47:56 PM): He closed his eyes, hanging his head and groaned as he thrust into Caiden's hand.
Caiden (11:48:28 PM): "That feels good..." thumbing the head lightly.
Phoenix (11:52:30 PM): Phoenix looked at him with hazy eyes and crushed his lips under his own.
Caiden (12:26:13 AM): He slid his tongue past his lips and over his tongue, sighing and jerking him still.
Phoenix (12:27:23 AM): Mingling their tongues, his hips pressed hard against Caiden's hand.
Caiden (12:43:19 AM): When he broke the kiss, he brought his wet lips to Phoenix's ear. "You really want it, don't you?"
Phoenix (12:46:57 AM): Phoenix growled a bit and nipped his jaw. "Yes, I do."
Caiden (12:49:00 AM): "I told you to take it..."
Phoenix (12:49:54 AM): His eyes darkened for just a moment before he tugged down Caiden's pants and boxers, exposing him and spreading his legs.
Caiden (12:55:51 AM): This made him feel giddy, his stomach jumping happily
Phoenix (4:44:34 PM): Phoenix took a moment to look him over, then smiled a bit and ran a finger across his entrance as he jerked himself.
Caiden (4:58:42 PM): A soft shiver and he licked his lips, slow and quiet.
Phoenix (5:00:41 PM): When he felt the sticky coating on his cock, he moved up between Caiden's legs and lifted them, looking down at him as he thrust in.
Caiden (5:03:19 PM): It was fast and sudden and he almost wished it hadn't happened so soon, but went with it.
Phoenix (5:10:38 PM): But his movements slowed once inside of him and he leaned down, capturing his lips in a soft, heated kiss.
Caiden (5:11:54 PM): He didn't feel so... guilty... when he kissed him. Tilting his head enough, he smiled and returned it.
Phoenix (5:17:11 PM): Phoenix touched his cheek, cupping it as they kissed and he moved his hips steadily inside of him.
Caiden (9:08:26 PM): Caiden's lip quivered a little bit, sighing and pressing up.
Phoenix (9:09:17 PM): He ran his hand down Caiden's arm and kissed at his lower lip.
Caiden (9:23:10 PM): He brushed his own lips back up and deepened the kiss with a hunger behind it.
Phoenix (9:29:02 PM): Cradling the back of Caiden's head, he kissed him fervently, pressing himself deeper.

Caiden (12:34:05 AM): His features scrunched up and he made this noise... whimpery and moany... that was reminiscent of his first time getting fucked.
Phoenix (12:35:16 AM): Sucking at his lower lip, Phoenix reveled in the sound and arched into him, bringing one of his legs up onto his waist.
Caiden (12:37:33 AM): One of his legs went up... almost like he couldn't control the movement as he pressed his thigh close to Phoenix's skin.
Phoenix (12:38:06 AM): A grin and he rocked himself deeper, feeling himself slide past resistance as he kissed down over his throat.
Caiden (12:41:08 AM): When he moaned, it vibrated his throat. His hand went down and gripped, hard, at Phoenix's ass.
Phoenix (12:42:07 AM): A little growl in the back of his throat and he moved in harder, clenching Caiden's hip.
Caiden (12:43:54 AM): He couldn't concentrate enough to reach as far, his hand falling back onto Phoenix's wrist and biting his lip.
Phoenix (12:44:57 AM): He took both of Caiden's legs, setting them on his hips and pulled himself out, then plunged back int.
Caiden (1:05:50 AM): Caiden let out a loud whoosh of air, eyes flying open.
Phoenix (1:08:26 AM): Phoenix gazed down at him, eyes meeting his for a moment and then kissing him again as he resumed the steady rhythm.
Caiden (4:16:43 PM): His leg wrapped around him on one side, thrusting up slow and steady.
Phoenix (4:19:50 PM): Their skin slapped together and the sound made him shiver as he licked over Caiden's lower lip.
Caiden (4:22:10 PM): Sliding his leg there, he curved ankle over ankle, skin to skin.
Phoenix (4:31:50 PM): Phoenix lifted him up a bit, capturing his lips in a rough, wet kiss.
Caiden (4:32:36 PM): He was wearing him out... and doing it fast.
Phoenix (5:14:38 PM): Hands sliding up and down Caiden's sides, he thrust harder, till he was out of breath and knew he was about to come.
Caiden (5:19:38 PM): His hands flew up to Phoenix's shoulders, gripping when he started to cum.
Phoenix (5:35:14 PM): Phoenix felt the cum against his skin and he kept up his movements until he'd released
Caiden (5:50:45 PM): "fuck," and not because he'd cum, but because he'd just realized the lack of a condom.
Phoenix (5:52:16 PM): Phoenix paused, seeming to realize this as well and instantly tumbled backwards out of him.
Caiden (5:58:34 PM): "Goddamit..." sitting up, Caiden looked a thim.
Phoenix (5:59:58 PM): He bit his lip and looked at him a bit sheepishly.
Caiden (6:00:52 PM): He was still breathing hard, half-limp, andfelt stupid.
Phoenix (6:01:21 PM): Phoenix scratched the back of his neck. "I'm sorry."

Caiden (1:26:10 AM): "No... I fucking... I fucking forgot..."
Phoenix (1:30:40 AM): He bit his lip again, this time harder. "Well...so did I."
Caiden (1:34:02 AM): "Yeah, well..." Caiden slid off the bed and slinked into the bathroom the flick on some water. "Want to help me out?"
Phoenix (1:34:52 AM): Phoenix rose his brows. "Help you out how exactly?
Caiden (1:35:19 AM): "Just come 'ere," he gestured with his hand out the door.
Phoenix (1:41:47 AM): "All right..."Phoenix got up from the bed and sauntered over.
Caiden (1:43:47 AM): Caiden climbed into the warm water and, when Phoenix came in, "Get in."
Phoenix (1:45:41 AM): He furrowed his brows but did as he was told and stepped into the tub.
Caiden (1:46:11 AM): And he gestured him to hover over him. "Alright... finger me."
Phoenix (1:47:06 AM): Phoenix blinked a little, but shaking his head, he reached a hand down and slipped two fingers inside of Caiden.
Caiden (1:48:08 AM): He bit back words he'd of said if Phoenix looked at him crazily and closed his eyes, the bath hot and the jets going.
Phoenix (1:51:51 AM): Probing Caiden's insides, he couldn't say he wasn't a bit confused, but he kept it to himself.
Caiden (1:52:50 AM): A wet hand went up to Phoenix's face, sighing and stroking his fingers a little there.
Phoenix (1:58:11 AM): He nudged his cheek against Caiden's hand and curved his own fingers inside of him.
Caiden (2:02:57 AM): He guided Phoenix's lips down to his own, breathing against them before kissing at them.
Phoenix (2:09:16 AM): Phoenix's eyes closed as he kissed back, rubbing his fingers in short circles.
Caiden (2:21:00 AM): "you always think getting fucked like that will loosen you up... just makes me feel tighter...'
Phoenix (2:22:10 AM): "Mmm but it's a nice feeling."
Caiden (2:22:52 AM): "Yeah..." lightly working against his fingers.
Phoenix (2:26:11 AM): He curved in another and stretched Caiden, scissoring his fingers.
Caiden (2:27:06 AM): The water washed over his chest and he kissed Phoenix harder.
Phoenix (2:30:03 AM): Phoenix let out a groan at the contact and rubbed his thumb around the entrance.
Caiden (2:40:45 AM): Breathing out hard, he whimpered and was hard again.
Phoenix (2:49:59 AM): Phoenix pushed four fingers into him and thrust hard, kissing his lower lip.
Caiden (3:07:08 AM): "Fuck," a harsh groan, pressing lips to lips.
Phoenix (3:10:55 AM): He curved them against Caiden's inner walls and swiped his tongue in his mouth.

Caiden (2:20:34 PM): Caiden gripped the edge of the counter and looked up at him.
Phoenix (2:22:23 PM): Phoenix's eyes were hazy as he pressed his thumb at the outside of Caiden's entrance, his fingers working inside of him.
Caiden (2:22:46 PM): His stomach ached and nothing had to touch him to make him cum.
Phoenix (2:24:56 PM): Phoenix slipped his fingers from him and bent down, enveloping his cock and sucking off the cum.
Caiden (2:33:38 PM): His arms went up onto Phoenix's shoulders, whimpering.
Phoenix (2:39:12 PM): He sucked at the head for a moment and swallowed up the liquid before standing and looking at Caiden with a g rin.
Caiden (2:43:07 PM): Caiden let himself lay back on his counter , breathing out softly.
Phoenix (2:44:59 PM): Licking over his lips, he stood up, running his hands over Caiden's thighs.
Caiden (3:25:00 PM): "You should go soon... I need to practice."
Phoenix (3:29:45 PM): (Wait a minute, they're at Phoenix's)
Caiden (3:42:32 PM): [so you're turn]
Phoenix (3:45:37 PM): "Right." He nodded and moved back, going to retrieve his clothes.
Caiden (3:46:01 PM): Caiden slipped off the counter to go get his normal clothes on for when he practiced.
Phoenix (3:50:18 PM): Grabbing his wallet after he was dressed and his keys, he headed to the front door.
Caiden (4:09:29 PM): He came back out in the spandexy like outfit and looked at him. "So I'll see you another day, then?"
Phoenix (4:10:04 PM): Phoenix looked at him as he opened the door. He searched his face. "I doubt it." And was gone, shutting the door behind him.
Caiden (4:12:29 PM): Caiden watched him go and sighed, hearing the door shut. He kept pushing Caiden out. Out of the studio. Now just out entirely. He decided he wouldn't bother if he did see him again.
Phoenix (4:17:01 PM): Phoenix hurried down the stairs. It'd just been another useless fuck. He couldn't dothat. He wouldn't.
Caiden (4:25:21 PM): [hey! he did say "So I'll see you another day, then?" implying it could be more!] Caiden did his stretchs and started in on practicing.
Phoenix (4:27:28 PM): (I know, I know. He just sort of dwelled on the practically being kicked out right after sex-ish. Lol) He went back to his flat, ate day old chinese food and brooded.
Caiden (4:27:54 PM): When night came he was back on a stage,
Phoenix (4:29:56 PM): Phoenix drowned himself in work here and there and tried to decide whether he should go to France like they'd asked him to
Caiden (4:35:27 PM): Thw show was good... no one expected less... and he went to the party as always.
Phoenix (4:36:59 PM): He decided to take on the offer and went to tell the agent who was at Caiden's show.
Caiden (4:41:42 PM): He drank his normal drinks and was tispy before all the guests arrived.
Phoenix (4:42:56 PM): Phoenix made his way through the crowd, searching for his agent.
Caiden (4:45:09 PM): He danced... real dancing with more skill than most people... and had fun feeling numb,
Phoenix (4:50:38 PM): He saw Caiden but did his best to ignore him. No more trying to get attached to people.
Caiden (4:51:58 PM): Caiden spotted him, though. "Phoenix!"
Phoenix (4:53:08 PM): He startled a moment and then turned, flashing the best smile he could muster, all the while still looking around. "Ello."
Caiden (4:55:32 PM): Caiden worked his way closer to him and grabbed his hands. "Dance with me?"
Phoenix (4:55:59 PM): "Um...I was...."he trailed off. His agent was nowhere in sight. "All right."
Caiden (4:57:07 PM): "Good," tugging his hand and pulling him in.
Phoenix (5:01:08 PM): Phoenix stumbled after him out onto the dance floor
Caiden (5:14:27 PM): He pulled him closer and started to dance with him.
Phoenix (5:14:58 PM): Touching his waist, he swayed with him a bit, lights flickering around them.
Caiden (5:15:20 PM): "you didn't call.. or write..." Itd only been one day and he was joking.
Phoenix (5:17:37 PM): Phoenix rose a brow. "My writing skills suck."
Caiden (5:17:55 PM): "Ah, well you didn't call."
Phoenix (5:20:11 PM): "I don't know your number."
Caiden (5:22:24 PM): "It's in the studio's records."

Phoenix (1:44:27 AM): "Mmm well then can you forgive me?" He smirked, knowing full well Caiden was drunk.
Caiden (1:44:58 AM): "Sure. I can try," Caiden grinned a little.
Phoenix (1:47:30 AM): "Well then I can get some sleep tonight knowing that you understand me."
Caiden (1:54:21 AM): The song was a little slower and Caiden put his arms aroun d Phoenix's neck. Leaning up on the tips of his toes, he talked in his ear. "You should take me back to your place."
Phoenix (1:55:25 AM): Phoenix gazed down at him for a long moment. "I should? And why's that?"
Caiden (1:55:50 AM): "Because this party is old and I want to."
Phoenix (2:01:00 AM): "Ah, well that's good enough for me. Lead the way to the exit."
Caiden (2:02:52 AM): A grin and his promise to himself was forgotten in the booze.
Phoenix (2:07:28 AM): Phoenix followed him off the dancefloor, shaking his head at himself.
Caiden (2:07:58 AM): He opened the door and waved goodbye to some people, making his way out.
Phoenix (2:10:58 AM): He forgot all about talking to his agent and made his way after Caiden.
Caiden (2:13:31 AM): "They said tonight's getting rave reviews... something like that..." walking with him down the street.
Phoenix (2:19:07 AM): "I heard. And I'm not surprised."
Caiden (2:20:42 AM): "they're already talking about the next show..." grinning and crossing the street with him.
Phoenix (2:22:06 AM): Phoenix had his hand at the small of Caiden's back. "It's their biggest hit."
Caiden (2:23:54 AM): Caiden was a little wobbly when he walked, smiling to himself and following his lead.
Phoenix (2:25:51 AM): He came down the street where he'd parked and let Caiden get in.
Caiden (2:26:07 AM): "Mmm... a car this time. I don't own a car..." almost curiously.
Phoenix (2:31:41 AM): "Well then, I'm glad you approve."
Caiden (2:32:25 AM): Caiden got in and let Phoenix shut the door, looking around.
Phoenix (2:38:06 AM): He pulled away from the curb and headed in the direction of his house.
Caiden (2:40:03 AM): [house... apartment in NY... whatever lmfao] He toyed with the radio and happily landed on a rock station.
Phoenix (2:41:41 AM): (Yeah that's what I meant. Apartment. Lol) Coming up to the covered parking garage, he stopped and pressed in a code and then drove in and parked.
Caiden (2:42:08 AM): "MMmmm... maybe I should just teach. I couldn't find a place like this if I wanted to."
Phoenix (2:43:51 AM): He laughed a bit. "Your place is quite nice."
Caiden (2:44:41 AM): "Yeah... it's big.... I guess I don't spend enough time there to care..." getting out.
Phoenix (2:47:13 AM): He followed him to the elevator, swiping a card and stepping in.
Caiden (2:49:01 AM): He followed along, letting Phoenix lead him.

Caiden (8:24:38 PM):
Phoenix (6:50:17 PM): Up to the top floor they rode and then Phoenix stepped out into his apartment.
Caiden (7:37:39 PM): "Mmm... nice place..." touching the wall and walking in.
Phoenix (7:55:00 PM): "Yeah, it gets me by."
Caiden (7:58:50 PM): He tripped on a shoe and fell into Phoenix.
Phoenix (8:17:46 PM): Phoenix reached out, grabbing him around the waist. "watch out there."
Caiden (8:18:10 PM): "Sorry..." leaning against him.
Phoenix (8:25:19 PM): He grinned down at him. "No problem."
Caiden (8:25:48 PM): Caiden stayed in his arms, happily, and looked at him.
Phoenix (8:31:31 PM): "You are so drunk,"he laughed.
Caiden (8:34:24 PM): "Mmmmmm."
Phoenix (8:39:28 PM): Smirking, he led Caiden into the livingroom and sat him down on the couch.
Caiden (8:40:13 PM): He didn't want to be on the couch, exactly, but he flopped against the back of it and looked at Phoenix.
Phoenix (8:41:00 PM): Sitting down beside him, he gestured him over.
Caiden (8:41:32 PM): A lazy smile and he scooted over.
Phoenix (8:45:41 PM): Phoenix pulled him onto his lap and kissed him.
Caiden (8:47:57 PM): He was surprised for a moment before turning his head more.
Phoenix (8:49:25 PM): The kiss was soft at first as he explored him.
Caiden (8:53:21 PM): Caiden returned the kiss... slow and drunk.
Phoenix (8:56:18 PM): Phoenix pushed him back onto the couch, hovering over him.
Caiden (8:58:49 PM): He let him with no resistance... laying flat with his head against a throw pillow.
Phoenix (9:04:00 PM): His arms braced on either side of him, he kissed down his jaw.
Caiden (9:05:38 PM): "Mmm..." tilting his head with a sensual look aboutnhim.
Phoenix (9:09:14 PM): He sucked at the skin beneath his ear and ran a hand across his stomach.
Caiden (9:10:59 PM): His whole body was on a buzz... his head heavy and he was grateful he was laying down.
Phoenix (9:15:08 PM): He traced his bellybutton and licked over his bottom lip.
Caiden (9:20:21 PM): Lifting his head with a little bit of difficulty, he kissed him.
Phoenix (9:23:10 PM): The kiss got deeper and he cradled the back of Caiden's head.
Caiden (9:25:47 PM): Laying his head against his hand, he kissed him hungrily.
Phoenix (9:30:44 PM): Swiping his tongue in his mouth, he unbuckled his pants, running his hand down inside and cupping him through his underwear.
Caiden (9:31:24 PM): Opening his mouth, he moaned and nudged lips.
Phoenix (9:33:56 PM): Rubbing over his groin, he kissed him deeper, losing himself in it.
Caiden (9:37:31 PM): He could taste the alcohol between them... all from him... and reached up shakily to touch his cheeks.
Phoenix (9:40:45 PM): Phoenix traced the outline of Caiden's cock with his index finger and sucked on his lip.
Caiden (9:43:15 PM): Feeling more and more woozy with every kiss, he ignored it and shivered.
Phoenix (9:48:07 PM): Phoenix pulled back a bit, breathing a little heavily.
Caiden (9:58:21 PM): His head was spinning as he looked at him, eyes hazy.
Phoenix (10:09:44 PM): "You okay?"
Caiden (10:15:27 PM): "Uh huh..." nodding alittle.

Phoenix (12:18:28 AM): "Sure?" He eyed him for a moment.
Caiden (12:18:52 AM): "I had too much Vodka."
Phoenix (12:25:09 AM): "Well I can see that."
Caiden (12:25:51 AM): "I don't even like Vodka.
Phoenix (12:28:21 AM): "Then why'd you drink it?"
Caiden (12:29:01 AM): "I cracked my ankle in the show. It doesn't hurt now."
Phoenix (12:37:08 AM): "Ah, well I can understand that one."
Caiden (12:38:13 AM): Caiden smiled faintly and touched his arm.
Phoenix (12:40:35 AM): "You want something wrapped on it?"
Caiden (12:43:40 AM): "If you have anything... sure."
Phoenix (12:48:34 AM): "Of course I do." He got up andwent to get some gauze and bandages.
Caiden (12:50:49 AM): Caiden laid there, looking around at the ceiling lights.
Phoenix (1:03:19 AM): He came back and sat down, taking off Caiden's sock and rubbing on some ointment before he wrapped the foot up.
Caiden (1:38:44 AM): An appreciative smile. "Now I can't fit my shoes on."
Phoenix (1:42:58 AM): "Well I think you'd rather not where one shoe than live in pain."
Caiden (1:44:27 AM): "You'll have to carry me..." a hiccup, "Sorry.... Home..."
Phoenix (1:47:14 AM): "I can do that."
Caiden (1:47:28 AM): "Mm...later, though."
Phoenix (1:50:14 AM): "Well of course."
Caiden (1:50:41 AM): "do you like Vodka?"
Phoenix (1:53:27 AM): "If it's in orange juice or mixed with something, sure."
Caiden (1:55:22 AM): "Mmm... maybe..." bringing his legs up and planting his foot on the couch.
Phoenix (1:57:45 AM): He put the stuff aside and sat back, gazing at Ciaden a bit.
Caiden (2:00:37 AM): "You were kissing me ealier,,,
Phoenix (2:02:02 AM): "Yeah, I was."
Caiden (2:03:06 AM): "why'd you stop?"
Phoenix (2:07:29 AM): "To take care of you."
Caiden (2:10:29 AM): "Better question: why didn't you start again?"
Phoenix (2:11:22 AM): "I don't know."
Caiden (2:14:46 AM): He touched his foot to Phoenix's side.
Phoenix (2:16:09 AM): Phoenix wriggled a bit and mock glared at him.
Caiden (2:21:35 AM): "I liked it... you kissing me... thing..."
Phoenix (2:22:41 AM): "Yeah, I did too."
Caiden (2:23:52 AM): "then kiss me?"
Phoenix (2:26:51 AM): "Get over here and kiss me."
Caiden (2:27:58 AM): "I'm unstable," pushing himself up off the couch a little.
Phoenix (2:30:08 AM): "I know, that's half the fun."
Caiden (2:32:06 AM): He knelt for a moment before leaning forward.
Phoenix (2:39:15 AM): Phoenix grabbed him around the waist and kissed him.
Caiden (2:39:54 AM): He fell into him practically and covered his lips with his own.
Phoenix (2:42:31 AM): The kiss became heated pretty fast and he tugged at Caiden's hair.
Caiden (2:45:16 AM): Hovering over him, he kissed him and groaned.
Phoenix (2:45:45 AM): Phoenix ran his hands down to Caiden's ass, gripping there and nipping at his bottom lip.

Caiden(4:32:46 PM): "Mmm... I'm glad I decided to give up on forgetting you..."
Phoenix (4:34:39 PM): "I don't think...I that easily forgettable."
Caiden(4:35:06 PM): "doesn't mean... I wasn't willing to try."
Phoenix (4:37:05 PM): "Mmm true. I tried that with you as well." Phoenix smirked.
Caiden(4:38:11 PM): Caiden adjusted his legs, spreading them a little and looking at him.
Phoenix (4:38:37 PM): His eyes wandered over the smaller man and he ran his hands up his thighs.
Caiden(4:51:45 PM): Sitting up a little on him, he put one hand on the back of the couch.
Phoenix (4:52:24 PM): Phoenix smiled at this, running his hands up under Caiden's shirt.
Caiden(4:52:58 PM): He bent back a little, skin pressing against Phoenix's hands.
Phoenix (4:56:06 PM): Tugging up his shirt, he leaned to kiss over Caiden's stomach.
Caiden(4:59:53 PM): Caiden peered down at him, scooting up a little.
Phoenix (5:00:52 PM): He licked around his bellybutton, hands cradling his back.
Caiden(5:03:08 PM): He arched his back a little more, hand slipping down into Phoenix's hair.
Phoenix (5:04:48 PM): Licking down over his hipbone, he nudged his lips there and undid his belt.
Caiden(5:06:53 PM): Caiden toyed with his hair in appreciation, stroking his fingers a little over his forehead.
Phoenix (5:08:10 PM): He unzipped Caiden't pants, tugging them down just enough to expose his groin and then buried his face there, licking at the top of his cock.
Caiden(5:11:09 PM): Letting his head hang a little, he closed his eyes and whimpered very softl.
Phoenix (5:12:47 PM): He sucked at the skin, going down the shaft and teasing the tip.
Caiden(5:16:46 PM): His hips moved a little bit, stroking back Phoenix's hair.
Phoenix (5:19:18 PM): Holding onto his ass, he sucked down the shaft, engulfing his whole cock.
Caiden(5:22:39 PM): Hunched over a little, he brought his head down and kissed at Phoenix's temple just a little.
Phoenix (5:24:07 PM): Sighing, he sucked down at the base, his tongue moving fast over the taut skin.
Caiden(5:24:32 PM): His hand went ot his shoulder, gripping and pressing down a little.
Phoenix (5:25:47 PM): Sucking back upwards, he drilled the slit with the tip of his tongue.
Caiden(5:28:39 PM): His mouth opened a little, eyes closed completly, and he arched his hips completly.
Phoenix (5:29:11 PM): Phoenix's fingers were embedded in his ass while he sucked at the head, licking over the vein beneath.
Caiden(5:32:21 PM): Touching at Phoenix's back, he moved to lay down and coaxed him along.
Phoenix (5:33:43 PM): Phoenix moved up now, slightly hovering over Caiden's groin.
Caiden(5:35:45 PM): Caiden's hands went up, touching his neck.
Phoenix (5:38:12 PM): He pressed his hands to the couch cushions and bobbed his head steadily, sucking harder as he went down, then blowing on the wet skin as he came up again.
Caiden(5:38:47 PM): Caiden pushed his pants off, that had been hovernig at his knees, and grabbed the cushion on either side of him.
Phoenix (5:39:49 PM): He backed off of him and kissed down his cock, down to between his legs.
Caiden(5:46:55 PM): "Mmm..." smiling to himself.
Phoenix (5:48:38 PM): He licked around his entrance, sucking at the hot puckered skin.
Caiden(5:52:10 PM): He let out a soft cry, muscles clenching.
Phoenix (5:53:20 PM): Phoenix pushed into him, tongue fucking him and gripping his thighs.
Caiden(5:55:45 PM): Bringing his hands down on Phoenix's, he gripped
Phoenix (5:56:16 PM): He probed the wet skin inside of him and rubbed at his thighs.
Caiden(6:27:58 PM): Rolling his entire body, his good foot oon the sofa, he pressed against Phoenix's mouth.
Phoenix (6:29:12 PM): Phoenix licked over the skin in long, slow strokes and swirled his tongue inside.
Caiden(6:31:05 PM): His toes curled a little. "Jesus."
Phoenix (6:33:46 PM): "Not quite, but I'll take it." He smirked and delved his tongue in as much as he could.
Caiden(6:36:13 PM): "Mm... that jokes not funny," grinning.
Phoenix (6:37:58 PM): "I know, I'm not worried about being funny right now." Phoenix looked up at him. "I just wanna make you moan.
Caiden(6:38:34 PM): "Mmm... is that what you're trying to do?" stroking down his face.
Phoenix (6:45:51 PM): He winked. "Is it working?"
Caiden(7:20:28 PM): "Mmm... yeah, it's working."
Phoenix (7:21:31 PM): Chuckling, Phoenix went back at it, grazing his teeth over the skin now.
Caiden(7:21:52 PM): "Thats just... cruel."
Phoenix (7:24:24 PM): A smirk and he teased him by flicking his tongue in and out rapidly.
Caiden(7:45:10 PM): He made a noise and it sounded almost pained, drowning in a drunken pleasure.
Phoenix (7:48:39 PM): Phoenix smiled evilly and moved up again, sucking back over the tip.
Caiden(7:52:23 PM): Caiden slid the tips of his fingers down over his back,.
Phoenix (7:56:17 PM): His eyes wandered back up to Caiden, watching him as he sucked him off.
Caiden(7:59:45 PM): He was a little more expressive than normal, not holding any of it back and groaning as he bit his lip.
Phoenix (8:01:29 PM): Unable to help grinning, he sucked him harder, licking at the precum on the head.
Caiden(8:02:08 PM): "I'm...." he grabbed at his shoulder, starting to cum.
Phoenix (8:25:03 PM): Phoenix sucked at him as he came, some dribbling down his chin.
Caiden(8:26:43 PM): His cheeks were hot, digging his fingers into the skin of Phoenix's arms.
Phoenix (8:30:05 PM): Backing off of him, he licked his lips. "Damn tasty."
Caiden(8:48:54 PM): He let out a breath, his skin s ticky and flushed.
Phoenix (8:53:21 PM): Phoenix grinned and pulled up his boxers for him.
Caiden(8:59:50 PM): Caiden settled back, looking up at him.
Phoenix (9:00:10 PM): He winked at him and sat down again. "Was it as good for you as it was for me?"
Caiden(9:00:44 PM): "Was it good for you?" laughing.
Phoenix (9:03:40 PM): Phoenix chuckled. "Oh yes, it was"
Caiden(9:05:13 PM): "Then it was really... really... good."
Phoenix (9:05:27 PM): He nodded a bit, smiling proudly. "I'm glad."
Caiden(9:06:31 PM): "Mmm...' stretching his arms down.
Phoenix (9:08:17 PM): He rested his arms behind his head and licked his lips again.