Distraction/Discovery Part 1
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shadowhiveDistraction/Discovery
Pairing: Anthony Martinez/Lucas Woodland
Rating: NC-17
Warnings: rubber verse (although there’s no actual rubber in this one, funnily
Notes: Companion to the Black Is The New Black, this was meant to be one part but it kinda got away from me, oops!
(I really need icons of them oop)
Part 1
“You know.” Anthony, singer of Dark Divine one of the supports for this tour, said as he slipped into the seat next to Lucas in the little canteen area tonight’s venue had. “Every time I see you, unless you’re out on stage, you’re looking at that phone. And it’s not in the way of other people, just mindlessly staring at the screen, it’s like you’re waiting for something. So what is it?”
“I’m just waiting on an important call.” Lucas replied with a slight nervous smile as he looked at the other man, trying not to get distracted by how pretty he was.
Anthony gave him a sympathetic look. “I hope it’s not family or anything.”
“Oh no, it’s nothing like that at all. It’s actually an amazing opportunity. At least I hope so anyway.” It had been over a week since he’d had the audition with Matt Davies-Kreye to take over Funeral For A Friend’s vocals for their festival dates next year. Despite Holding Absence’s tour starting it was all he could think about. He glanced at his phone again, as if expecting a message to come through at any moment.
“Ah I see. Is it like a tour or something?”
“It’s…” Lucas paused, trying to think what to say. No one had knew he’d even been to the audition, in fact Matt leaving was a fairly big secret so he hadn’t told anyone about it. “You might say it’s a potential collaboration, but I can’t say anything until it’s confirmed you know?”
Anthony nodded slightly in understanding. “That certainly makes sense.” He paused for a moment, then spoke again. “But I think focussing on that is gonna take you out of the moment you know?” Lucas nodded slightly and Anthony continued with a slight smile. “I dunno if you’d be interested, but I think you’re cute and I could definitely give you a distraction while you wait.”
Lucas had to admit he was attractive and the way he was looking at him sent a pleasant shiver through him. “Yeah, I’m definitely interested.”
“Great! Well there’s no time like the present, I know our dressing room is free.” He placed his hand on Lucas’ thigh, waggling his eyebrows a little suggestively. “Unless you have a sound check or something.” He added quickly.
“I’m good.” Anthony grinned and got to his feet and Lucas took the hunt, pocketing his phone and following him to the dressing room. As promised the dressing room was empty and once they were inside, Anthony locked the door behind them.
“So.” He licked his lips as he approached him, trailing his fingers along Lucas’ chest. “Are you a top or a bottom cutie? Either works for me but I always find it best to ask rather than assuming.”
The touch made Lucas squirm and he swallowed. “Bottom.”
“Great!” Anthony flashed him another grin, before pushing him up against the nearest wall and kissing him and pressing their hips together. Lucas let out a soft groan as he felt Anthony’s erection through his leather trousers and he took the opportunity to slip his tongue into his mouth, lapping at his tongue. The kiss went straight to his dick and he felt himself flush as he got hard. “Mmmm…” Anthony whispered when he pulled back, his eyes dark as he looked him in the eyes. “I think you’re wearing too much.”
Lucas found himself nodding in agreement and when Anthony stepped away, crossing the room to a small bag, he found himself starting to undress. He tossed his jacket onto the other chair, then quickly removed his t-shirt as well. Why he undid his flies his eyes were on Anthony as he knelt down by the bag, opening one of the zippers and pulling out a bottle of lube. “I think for our first time we’ll keep it nice and simple.” He set the lube down on the coffee table, then removed his own jacket. “Then if things go well…” He waggled his eyebrows again and Lucas could only imagine what that could mean.
Lucas pushed his trousers and underwear down, stepping out of them and flushing again as Anthony gave him a once over, a smile playing on his lips. “You really are so cute Lucas.” He finished removing his own clothes, leaving him naked other than his boots. He looked up from the boots as he spoke again. “Are you ok for us to get going?”
Lucas nodded, with a shy smile. He really wasn’t one for tour hookups, but Anthony was just so pretty he couldn’t say no. “Yeah I am. Where do you want me?”
“Get in whatever position is most comfortable for you.” Anthony smiled and Lucas’ eyes were on his fingers as he slicked them up. “Or as comfortable as you can be in this limited space.” He tore his eyes away, glancing around the room at the options, then took a seat on the chair by his bag, shifting so hi ass was at the edge and his legs were spread.
He set the lube down in easy reach, then got between his legs, spreading his cheeks with one hand while teasing his slick fingers against the rim of his hole. Lucas let out a soft moan and Anthony smiled, rubbing his fingertips over his opening before easing them inside.
Over the next few moments Anthony worked him open with his fingers, spreading and circling them inside him until he was trembling against the chair. “I think you’re ready for me.” He kissed his thigh, easing them out and grabbing the lube again, spreading it over his dick and then lining himself up. “Ready?”
Lucas nodded, then let out a soft whisper. “Please.”
Anthony grinned then sank into him, filling him up in one swift motion. Lucas moaned, his eyes lidding as he his hands fell to his thighs, holding on as he started to fuck him. It felt so good to be filled and Lucas clutched onto the arm rest of the chair, enjoying the way Anthony started to fuck him right away.
At first the thrusts were steady but then he shifted a hand to cup his chin, leaning in to kiss him. As his tongue slipped into his mouth, he moved a little faster, a thrusting a little harder and Lucas could see stars. “You taste so good.” Anthony whispered when they parted, his fingers wrapping around his erection, starting to stroke him. “You look so hot like this, I can’t wait to see your chest painted.”
“You look so sexy.” Lucas whispered, trialing his fingers down his chest. “Fuck…” A moan escaped his lips as Anthony slammed into him, his whole body trembling and then they were kissing again, any sounds of pleasure he made swallowed by the other man.
“I’m gonna fill you up soon.” Anthony whispered, when they parted from on another. “I wanna see you cum for me.” His hand moved a little faster on him, squeezing him a little and that was another to send him over the edge, spilling across himself with a cry of pleasure. “There we go I knew you’d look beautiful.”
Anthony’s lips were back on him, this time attacking the skin of his neck but Lucas was still dizzy from his orgasm. He thrust into him just a few more times and then he felt him paint his insides, moaning against his throat.
“Fuck.” He whispered he eased out of him and Anthony was smiling.
“Yeah, fuck indeed.” And then before he knew it Anthony’s lips were on his belly, his tongue licking away what he’d shot over himself, making him shiver even more. They kissed again, letting him taste himself on his tongue. “I hope we can do this again.”
“Yeah. Me too.” Lucas nodded, still dazed as to what had just happened.
***
For the next week Lucas’ time was spent between travelling, performing onstage and being alone with Anthony.
Despite his pretty boy appearance he was actually an incredible dom. Lucas hadn’t been terribly kinky before this tour but Anthony had encouraged him to try new things. Not only that, but Anthony was also a switch and Anthony was eager to get him to top, despite Lucas not having done that before.
Certainly being with Anthony was an experience and made this tour even more memorable.
Lucas’ phone buzzed against his hip and he pulled it out of his pocket. It was an unknown number, but he answered it anyway. “Hello?”
“Hey Lucas? It’s Rich from Funeral Foe A Friend.” Lucas’ eyed widened and he clutched the phone tighter to his ear.
“Hi! It’s great to hear from you. How’re you?”
“I’m good. I won’t keep you long cause I know you’re out on tour but I just wanted to let you know that we’ve heard your audition you did from Matt and we agree that you’re the right fit for us.” Lucas grinned wider than he ever had before in his life. “So if you’re still interested we’d love you to play with us these festival dates.”
“Yes!” He squealed, then blushed, glad he couldn’t see him. “I mean yes, I’d absolutely love to. Thank you so much.”
Rich sounded amused as he spoke. “Glad to hear it. I’ll add you to the group chat and we can share some more info with you, and we can arrange a practice date once you get back. Don’t worry if you can’t before Christmas though we can start in the new year.”
“Yeah that’s great with me.” He felt so giddy, not even believing this was real. It honestly felt like a dream come true.
“Good. Well have fun on the rest of your tour and we’ll see you soon.”
“Thanks! Bye!” Rich hung up and Lucas let out another squeal, glad that he was alone on the bus with no one else to hear.
***
“So I wanted you to be the first to know.” He said to Anthony when they were alone in his dressing room. “So you know how I’ve been waiting on a call.” Anthony nodded with interest. “Well this morning I got the call. I’m gonna be the singer for Funeral For A Friend’s festival dates next year!”
“Congratulations!” Anthony grinned, clearly knowing that this was a big deal even though it was likely he didn’t know he who they were. “I’m so happy for you.” He leaned in and kissed him, his tongue swiping over his lower lip. “I think this calls for a celebration don’t you?”
There was a promise on his lips that went between his legs and Lucas nodded with a shiver. “What did you have in mind?”
Anthony flashed him a sly smile, then he sank down to his knees in front of him. Before he knew it his lips were parted, his zipper between his teeth and pulled all the way down. His fingers deftly popped the button above his zipper, pushing his jeans and underwear down to his thighs, exposing his dick. Anthony’s breath was hot against his semi and he looked up at him expectantly. Lucas returned his look with a nod and he wasted no time. Lips parted and his warm, wet mouth enveloped him, his tongue lapping eagerly at his dick.
It didn’t take long for Lucas to get fully hard and he moaned as Anthony started to bob his head. Anthony easily took him down each time, his lips squeezing him while his tongue twisted around him in all the best ways. His hands were on his thighs too, his thumbs brushing against his balls. “Fuck…” He breathed out the word, his dick aching in his eager, skilled mouth.
Anthony smiled around him and he let go of his thigh, his fingers wrapping around his wrist, guiding his hand to his hair. He took the hint, his fingers slipping into his hair, gripping it loosely. Anthony instantly stopped moving his head and for a second Lucas wondered if he’d done something wrong before he saw Anthony’s eyes looking at him expectantly.
He took a breath and took the hint, holding his head a little tighter and starting to rock his hips against his face. His lips still squeezed around him and his tongue flicked against his sensitive skin, but right now Anthony seemed content for his mouth to be a warm, wet hoe, for him to use. The thought made Lucas bite his lip and he held a little tighter into his hair.
He had to admit there was a certain rush to having such control and he had to admit, as he fucked Anthony’s pretty mouth, he could certainly see the appeal. As he withdrew Anthony twisted his tongue over his head, making him let out a low moan of pleasure, followed by him thrusting back into his heat.
“I’m close.” He whispered, as his balls slapped against his chin. “And you’re gonna swallow it all down.” He tried to sound certain, commanding but it didn’t quite come out that way, his voice wavering as he said the words. Anthony’s lips squeezed a little tighter around him and he groaned, his fingers tightening, holding him in place as he came down his throat.
It took a few moments for him to let go of him and Anthony slipped off him with a soft pop, his lips quirking into a smile. “So, did you like your first taste of power?”
“It was certainly… different.” Lucas replied and Anthony got to his feet, kissing him lightly.
“Good different?”
“I’m not sure.” He replied honestly. “But I guess we have time to find out for sure.” Anthony grinned at that, then kissed him again, although this time he slipped his tongue into his mouth.
***
Lucas sighed softly as he lay in his bed on the tour bus. He hadn’t been able to sleep, still buzzing from the excitement of the call from Rich, which had led to him scrolling through the messages in Funeral’s group chat. The latest ones were about him and he’d quickly moved over them not wanting to see the guys thoughts, but the when he went back… it was clear that there had been issues with Matt, that his parting wasn’t quite as amicable has he’d been led to believe.
Maybe he was reading too much into things though and it was just frustrated venting, which was a natural reaction to a bandmate leaving, especially a frontman.
He debated calling one of them to ask about it, but it was 3am and besides he was an outsider and they probably wouldn’t open up to him anyway.
***
The thought nagged at him, despite the present distraction that Anthony supplied. Eventually curiosity got the better of him and he bit the bullet, giving Rich a call and asking him questions. Rich had been only too happy to answer them and it was clear that he’d wanted to get it off his chest to someone.
The basic situation was this.
Matt had been reluctant for the reunion to go on this long. He hadn’t been interested in them getting in the studio to do new music, despite the others being eager to do so. He’d been against even doing the most recent tour as well as the festival dates. He announced he was leaving the band only after the tour was over, leaving the band in crisis.
They’d tried to convince him to do the festivals, after all they were just a few dates and it would give fans a chance to say good bye with full knowledge that was it, but Matt was having none of it. As far as Mart was concerned his role in Funeral was over, with his last act being to find a replacement for him.
It sucked to hear that one of his musical heroes was a jerk, but at the same time he was still grateful that Matt had chosen him to replace him, so he was conflicted about the whole thing.
Rich told him not to worry, to just enjoy the tour and put it out of his mind, but it still lingered.
***
“You’re letting all of this get to you.” Anthony stoked his chest after Lucas had told him everything. He’d kept it to himself, not wanting to spoil things between but he’d not been able to. Like Rich hee needed someone to talk to and Anthony was it. “What happened with these guys is not your fault, or responsibility.”
“I guess you’re right…”
“I know I’m right.” Anthony flashed him a grin, before leaning in to his him, his teeth nipping at his lower lip. “I think I know what would help.”
“Oh?” Lucas asked, shivering as Anthony’s fingers drew patterns across his upper arm.
“Once our tour is over we’ve got a few dates in Europe and I’m planning on spending a few days in Finland before heading home for the holidays. How about you come with us?” He looked at him hopefully, his expression like puppy dog eyes.
How was he supposed to resist?
“Yeah, that does sound like fun.” Anthony grinned at him and then they kissed again, hot and hungry. When they broke for air Lucas was breathless, but he had to ask the question that crossed his mind. “But I have to ask, why Finland?”
Anthony laughed softly, licking his lips. “Clearly you’ve not met Finns sports you wouldn’t be asking that. They’re kinky as fuck, the lot of them, so I hoped to spend a few days having some fun out there. But…” he smiled, reaching up to stroke Lucas’ cheek. “I’d much rather spend a few extra days with you instead.” When Lucas blushed at the words Anthony kissed him again, pushing him down on the bed.
Pairing: Anthony Martinez/Lucas Woodland
Rating: NC-17
Warnings: rubber verse (although there’s no actual rubber in this one, funnily
Notes: Companion to the Black Is The New Black, this was meant to be one part but it kinda got away from me, oops!
(I really need icons of them oop)
Part 1
“You know.” Anthony, singer of Dark Divine one of the supports for this tour, said as he slipped into the seat next to Lucas in the little canteen area tonight’s venue had. “Every time I see you, unless you’re out on stage, you’re looking at that phone. And it’s not in the way of other people, just mindlessly staring at the screen, it’s like you’re waiting for something. So what is it?”
“I’m just waiting on an important call.” Lucas replied with a slight nervous smile as he looked at the other man, trying not to get distracted by how pretty he was.
Anthony gave him a sympathetic look. “I hope it’s not family or anything.”
“Oh no, it’s nothing like that at all. It’s actually an amazing opportunity. At least I hope so anyway.” It had been over a week since he’d had the audition with Matt Davies-Kreye to take over Funeral For A Friend’s vocals for their festival dates next year. Despite Holding Absence’s tour starting it was all he could think about. He glanced at his phone again, as if expecting a message to come through at any moment.
“Ah I see. Is it like a tour or something?”
“It’s…” Lucas paused, trying to think what to say. No one had knew he’d even been to the audition, in fact Matt leaving was a fairly big secret so he hadn’t told anyone about it. “You might say it’s a potential collaboration, but I can’t say anything until it’s confirmed you know?”
Anthony nodded slightly in understanding. “That certainly makes sense.” He paused for a moment, then spoke again. “But I think focussing on that is gonna take you out of the moment you know?” Lucas nodded slightly and Anthony continued with a slight smile. “I dunno if you’d be interested, but I think you’re cute and I could definitely give you a distraction while you wait.”
Lucas had to admit he was attractive and the way he was looking at him sent a pleasant shiver through him. “Yeah, I’m definitely interested.”
“Great! Well there’s no time like the present, I know our dressing room is free.” He placed his hand on Lucas’ thigh, waggling his eyebrows a little suggestively. “Unless you have a sound check or something.” He added quickly.
“I’m good.” Anthony grinned and got to his feet and Lucas took the hunt, pocketing his phone and following him to the dressing room. As promised the dressing room was empty and once they were inside, Anthony locked the door behind them.
“So.” He licked his lips as he approached him, trailing his fingers along Lucas’ chest. “Are you a top or a bottom cutie? Either works for me but I always find it best to ask rather than assuming.”
The touch made Lucas squirm and he swallowed. “Bottom.”
“Great!” Anthony flashed him another grin, before pushing him up against the nearest wall and kissing him and pressing their hips together. Lucas let out a soft groan as he felt Anthony’s erection through his leather trousers and he took the opportunity to slip his tongue into his mouth, lapping at his tongue. The kiss went straight to his dick and he felt himself flush as he got hard. “Mmmm…” Anthony whispered when he pulled back, his eyes dark as he looked him in the eyes. “I think you’re wearing too much.”
Lucas found himself nodding in agreement and when Anthony stepped away, crossing the room to a small bag, he found himself starting to undress. He tossed his jacket onto the other chair, then quickly removed his t-shirt as well. Why he undid his flies his eyes were on Anthony as he knelt down by the bag, opening one of the zippers and pulling out a bottle of lube. “I think for our first time we’ll keep it nice and simple.” He set the lube down on the coffee table, then removed his own jacket. “Then if things go well…” He waggled his eyebrows again and Lucas could only imagine what that could mean.
Lucas pushed his trousers and underwear down, stepping out of them and flushing again as Anthony gave him a once over, a smile playing on his lips. “You really are so cute Lucas.” He finished removing his own clothes, leaving him naked other than his boots. He looked up from the boots as he spoke again. “Are you ok for us to get going?”
Lucas nodded, with a shy smile. He really wasn’t one for tour hookups, but Anthony was just so pretty he couldn’t say no. “Yeah I am. Where do you want me?”
“Get in whatever position is most comfortable for you.” Anthony smiled and Lucas’ eyes were on his fingers as he slicked them up. “Or as comfortable as you can be in this limited space.” He tore his eyes away, glancing around the room at the options, then took a seat on the chair by his bag, shifting so hi ass was at the edge and his legs were spread.
He set the lube down in easy reach, then got between his legs, spreading his cheeks with one hand while teasing his slick fingers against the rim of his hole. Lucas let out a soft moan and Anthony smiled, rubbing his fingertips over his opening before easing them inside.
Over the next few moments Anthony worked him open with his fingers, spreading and circling them inside him until he was trembling against the chair. “I think you’re ready for me.” He kissed his thigh, easing them out and grabbing the lube again, spreading it over his dick and then lining himself up. “Ready?”
Lucas nodded, then let out a soft whisper. “Please.”
Anthony grinned then sank into him, filling him up in one swift motion. Lucas moaned, his eyes lidding as he his hands fell to his thighs, holding on as he started to fuck him. It felt so good to be filled and Lucas clutched onto the arm rest of the chair, enjoying the way Anthony started to fuck him right away.
At first the thrusts were steady but then he shifted a hand to cup his chin, leaning in to kiss him. As his tongue slipped into his mouth, he moved a little faster, a thrusting a little harder and Lucas could see stars. “You taste so good.” Anthony whispered when they parted, his fingers wrapping around his erection, starting to stroke him. “You look so hot like this, I can’t wait to see your chest painted.”
“You look so sexy.” Lucas whispered, trialing his fingers down his chest. “Fuck…” A moan escaped his lips as Anthony slammed into him, his whole body trembling and then they were kissing again, any sounds of pleasure he made swallowed by the other man.
“I’m gonna fill you up soon.” Anthony whispered, when they parted from on another. “I wanna see you cum for me.” His hand moved a little faster on him, squeezing him a little and that was another to send him over the edge, spilling across himself with a cry of pleasure. “There we go I knew you’d look beautiful.”
Anthony’s lips were back on him, this time attacking the skin of his neck but Lucas was still dizzy from his orgasm. He thrust into him just a few more times and then he felt him paint his insides, moaning against his throat.
“Fuck.” He whispered he eased out of him and Anthony was smiling.
“Yeah, fuck indeed.” And then before he knew it Anthony’s lips were on his belly, his tongue licking away what he’d shot over himself, making him shiver even more. They kissed again, letting him taste himself on his tongue. “I hope we can do this again.”
“Yeah. Me too.” Lucas nodded, still dazed as to what had just happened.
***
For the next week Lucas’ time was spent between travelling, performing onstage and being alone with Anthony.
Despite his pretty boy appearance he was actually an incredible dom. Lucas hadn’t been terribly kinky before this tour but Anthony had encouraged him to try new things. Not only that, but Anthony was also a switch and Anthony was eager to get him to top, despite Lucas not having done that before.
Certainly being with Anthony was an experience and made this tour even more memorable.
Lucas’ phone buzzed against his hip and he pulled it out of his pocket. It was an unknown number, but he answered it anyway. “Hello?”
“Hey Lucas? It’s Rich from Funeral Foe A Friend.” Lucas’ eyed widened and he clutched the phone tighter to his ear.
“Hi! It’s great to hear from you. How’re you?”
“I’m good. I won’t keep you long cause I know you’re out on tour but I just wanted to let you know that we’ve heard your audition you did from Matt and we agree that you’re the right fit for us.” Lucas grinned wider than he ever had before in his life. “So if you’re still interested we’d love you to play with us these festival dates.”
“Yes!” He squealed, then blushed, glad he couldn’t see him. “I mean yes, I’d absolutely love to. Thank you so much.”
Rich sounded amused as he spoke. “Glad to hear it. I’ll add you to the group chat and we can share some more info with you, and we can arrange a practice date once you get back. Don’t worry if you can’t before Christmas though we can start in the new year.”
“Yeah that’s great with me.” He felt so giddy, not even believing this was real. It honestly felt like a dream come true.
“Good. Well have fun on the rest of your tour and we’ll see you soon.”
“Thanks! Bye!” Rich hung up and Lucas let out another squeal, glad that he was alone on the bus with no one else to hear.
***
“So I wanted you to be the first to know.” He said to Anthony when they were alone in his dressing room. “So you know how I’ve been waiting on a call.” Anthony nodded with interest. “Well this morning I got the call. I’m gonna be the singer for Funeral For A Friend’s festival dates next year!”
“Congratulations!” Anthony grinned, clearly knowing that this was a big deal even though it was likely he didn’t know he who they were. “I’m so happy for you.” He leaned in and kissed him, his tongue swiping over his lower lip. “I think this calls for a celebration don’t you?”
There was a promise on his lips that went between his legs and Lucas nodded with a shiver. “What did you have in mind?”
Anthony flashed him a sly smile, then he sank down to his knees in front of him. Before he knew it his lips were parted, his zipper between his teeth and pulled all the way down. His fingers deftly popped the button above his zipper, pushing his jeans and underwear down to his thighs, exposing his dick. Anthony’s breath was hot against his semi and he looked up at him expectantly. Lucas returned his look with a nod and he wasted no time. Lips parted and his warm, wet mouth enveloped him, his tongue lapping eagerly at his dick.
It didn’t take long for Lucas to get fully hard and he moaned as Anthony started to bob his head. Anthony easily took him down each time, his lips squeezing him while his tongue twisted around him in all the best ways. His hands were on his thighs too, his thumbs brushing against his balls. “Fuck…” He breathed out the word, his dick aching in his eager, skilled mouth.
Anthony smiled around him and he let go of his thigh, his fingers wrapping around his wrist, guiding his hand to his hair. He took the hint, his fingers slipping into his hair, gripping it loosely. Anthony instantly stopped moving his head and for a second Lucas wondered if he’d done something wrong before he saw Anthony’s eyes looking at him expectantly.
He took a breath and took the hint, holding his head a little tighter and starting to rock his hips against his face. His lips still squeezed around him and his tongue flicked against his sensitive skin, but right now Anthony seemed content for his mouth to be a warm, wet hoe, for him to use. The thought made Lucas bite his lip and he held a little tighter into his hair.
He had to admit there was a certain rush to having such control and he had to admit, as he fucked Anthony’s pretty mouth, he could certainly see the appeal. As he withdrew Anthony twisted his tongue over his head, making him let out a low moan of pleasure, followed by him thrusting back into his heat.
“I’m close.” He whispered, as his balls slapped against his chin. “And you’re gonna swallow it all down.” He tried to sound certain, commanding but it didn’t quite come out that way, his voice wavering as he said the words. Anthony’s lips squeezed a little tighter around him and he groaned, his fingers tightening, holding him in place as he came down his throat.
It took a few moments for him to let go of him and Anthony slipped off him with a soft pop, his lips quirking into a smile. “So, did you like your first taste of power?”
“It was certainly… different.” Lucas replied and Anthony got to his feet, kissing him lightly.
“Good different?”
“I’m not sure.” He replied honestly. “But I guess we have time to find out for sure.” Anthony grinned at that, then kissed him again, although this time he slipped his tongue into his mouth.
***
Lucas sighed softly as he lay in his bed on the tour bus. He hadn’t been able to sleep, still buzzing from the excitement of the call from Rich, which had led to him scrolling through the messages in Funeral’s group chat. The latest ones were about him and he’d quickly moved over them not wanting to see the guys thoughts, but the when he went back… it was clear that there had been issues with Matt, that his parting wasn’t quite as amicable has he’d been led to believe.
Maybe he was reading too much into things though and it was just frustrated venting, which was a natural reaction to a bandmate leaving, especially a frontman.
He debated calling one of them to ask about it, but it was 3am and besides he was an outsider and they probably wouldn’t open up to him anyway.
***
The thought nagged at him, despite the present distraction that Anthony supplied. Eventually curiosity got the better of him and he bit the bullet, giving Rich a call and asking him questions. Rich had been only too happy to answer them and it was clear that he’d wanted to get it off his chest to someone.
The basic situation was this.
Matt had been reluctant for the reunion to go on this long. He hadn’t been interested in them getting in the studio to do new music, despite the others being eager to do so. He’d been against even doing the most recent tour as well as the festival dates. He announced he was leaving the band only after the tour was over, leaving the band in crisis.
They’d tried to convince him to do the festivals, after all they were just a few dates and it would give fans a chance to say good bye with full knowledge that was it, but Matt was having none of it. As far as Mart was concerned his role in Funeral was over, with his last act being to find a replacement for him.
It sucked to hear that one of his musical heroes was a jerk, but at the same time he was still grateful that Matt had chosen him to replace him, so he was conflicted about the whole thing.
Rich told him not to worry, to just enjoy the tour and put it out of his mind, but it still lingered.
***
“You’re letting all of this get to you.” Anthony stoked his chest after Lucas had told him everything. He’d kept it to himself, not wanting to spoil things between but he’d not been able to. Like Rich hee needed someone to talk to and Anthony was it. “What happened with these guys is not your fault, or responsibility.”
“I guess you’re right…”
“I know I’m right.” Anthony flashed him a grin, before leaning in to his him, his teeth nipping at his lower lip. “I think I know what would help.”
“Oh?” Lucas asked, shivering as Anthony’s fingers drew patterns across his upper arm.
“Once our tour is over we’ve got a few dates in Europe and I’m planning on spending a few days in Finland before heading home for the holidays. How about you come with us?” He looked at him hopefully, his expression like puppy dog eyes.
How was he supposed to resist?
“Yeah, that does sound like fun.” Anthony grinned at him and then they kissed again, hot and hungry. When they broke for air Lucas was breathless, but he had to ask the question that crossed his mind. “But I have to ask, why Finland?”
Anthony laughed softly, licking his lips. “Clearly you’ve not met Finns sports you wouldn’t be asking that. They’re kinky as fuck, the lot of them, so I hoped to spend a few days having some fun out there. But…” he smiled, reaching up to stroke Lucas’ cheek. “I’d much rather spend a few extra days with you instead.” When Lucas blushed at the words Anthony kissed him again, pushing him down on the bed.
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Date: 2025-05-25 01:14 pm (UTC)Bless Lucas, you could see he wanted to tell Anthony about the Funeral thing but knew he couldn't, so gives him like vague hints. Maybe in the hope of Anthony working it out so he can talk at length with him. You can see he is dying just to tell *someone* about it!
And I love at how drawn Anthony was to Lucas, I like to think he could instantly tell he was a bottom but wanted to check just to be sure after all ;)
It kind of feels like Anthony wound up as a bit of a distraction from Lucas' FFAF thoughts because when he gets the call from the unknown number he doesn't clock for one moment that it might be someone related to the band getting him in touch! I wonder if Anthony clocked that and stayed close with him to stop him constantly checking his phone for an update ♥
I loved how shy he was when 'domming' Anthony too, kind of domming him subtly rather than taking an over the top and in-your-face approach, y'know?
And also the ending, I like that Anthony doesn't say it directly but you can tell how attached he is to Lucas which is why he invites him to spend more time with him. It's really sweet!
Very intrigued to know what is going to happen in Finland 👀👀👀
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Date: 2025-05-25 02:34 pm (UTC)I THINK WHAT IM MEANING TO SAY IS it seems like you’ve set up a universe here where a) all/most band guys are mlm or at least enjoy dick in some way, and b) most ppl aren’t tied down and it’s kind of free reign on everybody’s ass 💀💀 and what I rly like is that in this kind of a setting, people can still lowkey fall for each other while also still fucking their way through multiple countries’s bands and encasing dudes in leather suits and all kinds of silly goofy kinky shenanigans :3
IDK IM A SUCKER FOR A LITTLE SOFTNESS EXCECUTE ME 💔
anyways this was great and im excited for the next part!! 👁️👁️ idk what they’re gonna get up to in Finland but im sure its gonna be Wild and Fun
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Date: 2025-05-25 04:54 pm (UTC)Yeah! He didn’t wanna say anything about it until he knew for sure, but at the same time it’s such a big thing it was hard to keep it bottled up!
Yeah! I feel he looked at him, saw he was cute and thought 👀 and of course! Appearances can be deceptive after all😏
Ha! Yeah you’re right, he didn’t clock it as a possibility right away which he would have earlier👀I think you’re right!
Yeah, it’s all new to him and not something he considered, but Anthony is good at encouraging him to try🖤
It is! They’re really sweet together which is something I didn’t expect!
Hehe me too! I have a vague sense of the idea, so we’ll see👀
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Date: 2025-05-26 04:37 pm (UTC)Yeah that’s what I mostly set up (because univaerses like that are better👀) and when I intended to do this I kinda didn’t expect them to end up so couple, I thought it’d be a kinky tour hook up but actually it’s definitely turned into more👀
Awww that’s ok! I never feel like I’m too great at intentional softness but sometimes it just happens
I had hoped to do more yesterday but energy went so bad I couldn’t😭 and now I’ve been tired today so we’ll see if I get to do any more tonight👀 but we’ll definitely find out what they do this week!