| So far...so good, Kevin thought, as the fog machine started and his platform started to rise. Then he chuckled to himself as he realized the show hadn't even really started and he was relieved that his lift went up....now the question would be...will it come down? Last shows on a tour were always filled with practical jokes, and the performance itself tended to get overshadowed. But, it had been a long...grueling schedule and it was time to really have some fun. He'd pulled his share of stunts in the past, but tonight that job fell to someone else. And, without a doubt he knew his cousin and Nick would be involved. The platforms lowered and Kevin heard the counts in his headset. The music started and Brian's voice rang out. Kaylee's heart was in her throat as she watched the imposing figure on the end. "Dear Lord help me....I had to be out of my ever loving mind to do this," she mumbled. "Relax honey...he'll be so thrilled that you're here....," Leighanne leaned over to take her arm, "he probably won't stop smiling for the whole show." "I hope so Leigh..he doesn't like surprises at times like this....," she smiled weakly and turned her attention back to the man on the end. As the fog was clearing, Kaylee never took her eyes off him. As the music started, the last of the fog disappeared and Kevin glanced into the pit area. Yep....Krystal....Leighanne...Kaylee.... Their eyes locked. KAYLEE, Kevin thought, his mouth dropping open as he froze in his spot. She smiled up at him, just as AJ slammed into his side. "What the hell.......fucking MOVE Kevin...," AJ attempted to yell. Kevin stumbled feeling as though his heart would beat out of his chest. "KEVIN," AJ yelled again, as he pushed him slightly, "MOVE!" A huge smile spread across his face when she blew him a kiss, and his feet finally remembered how to move. AJ followed Kevin's eyes to the pit and upon seeing Kaylee, he smiled at his friend as they both fell into the rhythym of the choreography. The last show for the Black and Blue tour went into the history books as the only last show to be filled with almost as much sexual tension as practical jokes. Kevin had to remember there were 19,999 other people in the venue as his focus always returned to Kaylee. When he tossed off his sunglasses, the intensity of his stare caused her to gasp. His eyes never left hers as he peeled off his sleeve and then tossed it at her feet. Kaylee squirmed in her seat as he slowly, and seductively, stripped out of his blue jacket and shirt, putting on a private show for her benefit. Kevin was thankful that he could later stand behind the wardrobe trunk and not expose the "choreography" in his pants to the entire audience. The second half of the show was not much better. At least he had time to prepare himself as he crossed the bridge back onto the stage. Talking to the audience took his mind off what his body had been thinking....that is...until he saw the way she was watching him. Shit......I am never gonna make it Thankfully the second half of the show was filled with more jokes than the first half. Brian ran over and yanked Kevin's hat off, tossing it toward Kaylee...who promptly put it on her head, looked up at him and gave him a slow..sexy smile. Take me now God....these pants are too tight to deal with this shit again...this'll just put all those rumors to rest... foot size.....hand size.....'boner' size..... When the show finally ended, Kevin ran into his dressing room...stripping out of his clothes on the way....and headed straight into the coldest shower his body had ever known. In record time he was done...dressed and heading out to find Kaylee. As his gaze swept the backstage area, he felt her hands slip around his waist. He closed his eyes as he took her hands in his, wrapping her arms tighter around him. They stood silently for a moment taking in the feel of each other. New sensations awakening by the second...an awareness of each other that was almost frightening. Kaylee slowly slid in front of him, never releasing her arms from around his waist. Kevin slid his arms around her shoulders and pulled her closer to him....hugging her tightly to his body. He gently reached up and cupped her face in his large hands, finally opening his eyes...allowing himself to look at her. "Surprise," she said softly, her eyes searching his face...."I hope you're ok with this." "Baby...I'm more than ok with this," his voice an emotional whisper, "but how...you said...." Pressing her finger to his lips, she shook her head. "Shhh...no talking....." "No........no talking.......," his mouth on her lips, "no words...." The initial contact was soft as Kevin feathered soft kisses against her lips. He lightly touched his tongue to her lips and her mouth parted. Days of longing slipping away as his tongue caressed the inside of her mouth. Promises of the days to come wrapped around them both as Kevin pulled her closer. "Kaylee....," his voice deep and soft, as he broke their kiss. "God...I can't believe you're here...," his hands sliding down her arms...lacing his fingers with hers, he pulled them to his chest as he touched his forehead to hers. "I missed you so much...but....I don't understand....how..." Her soft voice interrupted him, suddenly shy, "I wanted to see you....I missed you....," she took a deep breath and looked away, "and.....I...." "Kevin....time to move....," Luke's voice rang in his ear. "And, Kaylee...nice to see you again," Luke's smile and wink a dead giveaway. "Aw dawg...turned the tables on me did'ya?," Kevin tried to sound stern, but the smile on his face...and in his eyes revealed the true happiness in his heart. "And, I loved it, man....," Luke laughed, as he reined them both in, and got them out the door onto Kevin's bus. "What's going on Kevin..where we headed," Kaylee squealed as Kevin fell onto the couch taking her with him, and settling her on his lap. "Party"....he kissed her cheek. "End of tour," he kissed her nose. "Lots to eat," he kissed her eyes. "We stop in," he kissed her hand. "We eat," he hesitated, trying to think what part of her he missed, "oh hell," he kissed her lips. "We stop in...eat......leave......back... here." "Hey caveman.....single syllables.....you could just grunt," she laughed as he stood and dumped her unceremoniously on the couch. He laughed....a deep heart felt laugh. It sounded good. If felt good. They arrived back at the hotel, and as Luke stopped them from getting off the bus, he addressed them both. "Look guys...after I talked to Kaylee earlier....I....ah...kind of took the liberty....well....you aren't staying here real late...you have an early morning...." "And...why would that be," Kevin, asked, raising his eyebrows. "Well....I ... um....changed your flight Kevin....got you both a flight out of here.....in the morning.....6:30 to be exact." "Damn.....you're good," Kevin drawled as he pulled Kaylee off the bus, into the hotel...and up to the private lounge. Kevin was right. They indeed went in....ate....and left after only about 3 hours. They decided to wait in his bus and later the van would take them to the airport. Kevin took advantage of the extra time this gave him to redo some of his packing. Kaylee used the extra time to watch Kevin. After a little while Kevin turned and Kaylee was fast asleep...sitting up on the couch. He finished what he was doing and lightly stepped to the couch. He opened the blanket and placed it on her...sitting down next to her. He gently wrapped his arms around her, speaking very softly. "Baby....c'mere......," as he pulled her toward him, slowly laying back on the couch. She smiled and looked at him with a look that made his heart skip. "Hey...," her voice slow and sleepy, "I'm sorry....it's been such a long .. crazy day." "Don't apologize," his voice a whisper in her hair. He had gotten her up in his arms and he tucked her head under his chin...holding tight....afraid she'd disappear. "We both need to try and rest a little...we'll be busy later....and I don't plan on sleeping much," his voice becoming deeper. He placed his finger on her chin and tilted her face up to look at him. So many thoughts ran through his head at the same time...so many things he wanted to say to her..but so afraid that it wouldn't come out the way he wanted. He needed some sleep.....and she obviously did, too. Talk will come later, he thought. Kaylee's mind and heart were racing. She had never felt this way before. To be this important to someone....to see the desire in his eyes...to feel it in his touch. She searched his face...everything she felt was mirrored back in his eyes. She touched her hand to his cheek and then slid it down to his neck..lightly wrapping the end of a braid around her finger. So many things to say...but neither of them seemed to be able to find the words. In turn, their silence spoke volumes, as they clung to each other...sleep eventually taking both of them. "Kevin....Kaylee...," Luke shook them both lightly, "time to get you two out of here." Kevin stretched as Kaylee sat up, and moved off the couch. She slipped into the bathroom as Kevin put his shoes back on to help Luke move their bags to the van. Luke got them both into the van and on their way to the airport. He walked them inside and said his goodbyes. He had been to Kentucky, with Kevin, in the past..but that was done more as a social arrangement...not for protection. Kevin was allowed to be "Kevin" at home. Luke would stay behind...he wouldn't be needed. Kevin had pulled his braids into a ponytail and tucked them under his hat. Surprisingly, he was pretty much able to hide behind his hat and sunglasses. They arrived at the gate and waited until the last minute to board the plane to avoid any chance of recognition from passengers. There were a few whispered comments regarding the beautiful young couple in first class...but no one approached them or said anything. Immediately following take off, Kevin lifted the arm rest, took Kaylee's hand in his and she leaned her head onto his shoulder. Kevin dropped his head onto hers and not a word was said...each one of them comfortable in the silence. When they finally arrived in Kentucky, one of the flight attendants approached them. "Mr. Richardson....we can hold up passengers until you get off, if you'd like?" Kevin smiled....she recognized him. "No..that's ok.....we'll just take our turn getting off like everyone else," he smiled...blushing at being noticed. She nodded and stepped aside. As they made their way down the jetway and over to baggage claim, Kevin heard a familiar voice. "Kev....over here." Kevin looked around and spotted his brother, Tim, waving wildly. "Tim.........how'd you know...scratch that...I KNOW how you know...but, I sure didn't expect you......we were going to rent a car." "No way little brother......I couldn't wait to meet this woman...and ... why spend money on a rental...you have a car at your house, and yeah...Luke's good Kev." "Tim...admit it....the only reason you're here is Kaylee," he laughed as he pulled her to him. "You know I got plenty of money....and you never worried about that before." Tim blushed, "busted." Kevin pulled his brother into a fierce hug and when Tim finally let go....he grabbed Kaylee....."nice to meet you Kaylee." Whoa.....this bear hug stuff must be genetic, she thought as he hugged the air out of her lungs. They eventually made their way to Tim's car and then on to Kevin's house. Kaylee was relatively quiet as Tim and Kevin talked. She took in the view outside of the car...and inside as she watched Kevin. A transformation had occurred as soon as he stepped off the plane. The down home boy who loves his family appeared...making him even more desireable to her. His beautiful eyes were shining...his conversation animated.....he had truly come home. "Wow.......oh........wow," was the only comment that she could make when they turned onto the drive that led to Kevin's house. Kevin smiled. He was proud of his home and all the work he had put into it. It was a true reflection of every aspect of his life. It was a beautiful two and a half story log home, with a wrap around porch in the front with a big swing. It had 5 bedrooms upstairs with a huge deck off the master suite that afforded a spectacular view of the grounds, and the lake. The downstairs had a large gourmet kitchen..dining room...a sunken great room with a large fireplace. Off to the side, near the french doors leading to the balcony was a stunning grand piano. There was also a small gym off the kitchen. But, Kevin's pride and joy was above the bedroom. The third floor housed a million dollar studio...where Kevin planned to spend time writing and recording. The grounds were immaculate...covered with trees. The stables were off to the side of the house. "C'mon...let's get settled so Tim can leave...and I'll show you around," he said leaning in to help her out of the car, "it could take all day." Tim helped them in..then said his goodbyes. "Kev....welcome home. See ya later Kaylee..it was great meeting you..and I look forward to seeing you later. Have fun guys. Don't make mom wait too long Kevin...you know how she is with her 'baby boy'.....she's anxious to see you." Kaylee smiled at the way Kevin blushed every time his mother was mentioned. "What...what are you smiling at," he turned to look at her as he shut the door. "You......the way you blush......" "You have a problem with that lady...," as he crossed the floor and took her in his arms, "do you...huh?" Suddenly Kaylee didn't have a problem with anything as his lips captured hers in a fiery kiss. Rational thoughts melting into passionate desires. He pulled her body closer to his so she could feel how much he wanted her. A deep .. low moan escaped him as she pressed her hips to his. "Baby......," his voice slightly breathless, "not now.......I have.....so much planned to make this so right....." She sighed and touched her finger to the tip of his nose. "So much planned....Kevin....you didn't need to do anything...being here.....with you...that's all I need.....all I want. That's what makes this so right." They gazed longingly into each other's eyes for what seemed like an eternity, before Kevin finally backed away. "Nope....we're doing this MY way.....so...back off woman...let me do this......for you." He kissed the top of her head..swatted her backside...picked up the suitcases and walked away. "I'll be right back......look around.....make yourself at home," he shouted down the steps at her. Kaylee watched his tight behind as he climbed the stairs. She watched the muscles flexing in his arms ... and found herself lost in a dream .. a dream of finally seeing everything that was hidden under those clothes......and inside his heart. "Finally Kevin...finally," she sighed, "you're bringing me home." BACK HOME NEXT |
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