mhobbs0430 | Mar. 24th, 2012

Mar. 24th, 2012

Title: Back Door Chapter 1/8
Author:

mhobbs0430
Pairing: Adam/Kris
BETA:

wizardesslyn
Fanart:

wizardesslyn Thanks, bb! I love it!
Rating: NC-17/R for the whole story
Disclaimer: This never happened, just in my imagination, based on real people, I don't own them.
Warnings: m/m sex, one night stand,

Summary: This is a based on a prompt for

harlequinkradam round 4. 37. Adam Lambert’s a little tipsy when he mistakes Kris Allen for a fan and takes him home for the night [or blows him off, author choice]. Things are a bit awkward when Adam realizes that the Kris he met the night before is the same Kris Allen his band is supposed to be opening for on their upcoming tour. Can Adam convince Kris that he’s not quite the player [or jerk] he appears to be, and show him that they’re perfect for each other?

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Back Door Chapter 1/8

The band was just finishing rehearsal. Adam, their lead singer belted out the last note, with the drum beat and guitar riff, playing along. “Yeah”, he yelled. “Isaac, kick-ass, man.” He jumped down from the platform, and grabbed a bottle of water. “Tommy, that was awesome.”

“Thanks, man.”

Tommy was the lead guitar player for ‘Back Door’. Ashley, his girlfriend played bass guitar, Cam on keyboards, Isaac was the drummer, and their lead singer was the sexy raven haired, blue eyed, Adam Lambert.

‘Back Door’ played the local LA circuit; clubs, bars and had a pretty good following. Mostly ladies and cute boys who thought the lead singer was totally hot. They had a great sound and were nice guys to work with. No drugs, rowdiness. Not all bands could say that. They did mostly covers, but had a few original songs and were working on some new material.

They had played together since college, nearly five years now.

Their manager, Neal worked hard keeping the band busy with paying jobs around the city. “Hey guys”, Neal yelled, just getting off the phone. “Come here, I have great news.”

“What’s up, man?”

Neal was Adam’s brother and had been the manager for the past three years. “I got you guys a gig.”

“Cool.” That was no big deal. They always had gigs.

“No, wait. I got you a tour.”

“Whoa, really?” ‘A tour was a little out of their league, or so they thought.’

“As an opening act for this guy, um, Kris Allen,” he said looking at his notes. “He won American Idol a few years ago.”

“Oh wow, that’s awesome”, Tommy said, casually. They were a hard rock band and none of them had even watched American Idol.

“That’s a talent show, right?” Ashley asked.

“Yes, where the hell have you guys been?” he laughed.

“I’ve heard of it”, Adam spoke up.

“Wow, Adam’s heard of the most popular reality show in America”, Neal clapped his hands together, sarcastically.

“Whatever”, Adam rolled his eyes. “So what kind of tour?”

“Well, this guy’s kind of a big deal. Two successful albums, opened for bands like Maroon Five and Bare Naked Ladies after his first album. This is his first nationwide solo tour, and its small arenas, guys.”

They perked up at that. “This could be your big break.”

“Wow, Neal. Great job”, they all patted his back.

“Yeah, well, you guys need to practice and maybe get some more material. You have two months before the tour begins.”

~~~~

They’d been rehearsing night and day for the past six weeks and were sounding really good. Adam had a voice that was, in a word, incredible. He could rock wail with the best of them and had an amazing vocal range and a tone that was sexy, especially when he slinked around the stage. He was also gorgeous and gay.

Tonight, they were playing at a club in the heart of Hollywood. It was in the middle of their first set when Adam noticed a cute, no make that really cute, brown hair brown eyed boy looking in his direction. He was seated at a table with a couple of other guys who were sitting on either side of him and he was watching the stage intently, sipping his beer.

When the set was over, everyone screamed and applauded, but Adam only saw the cutie at the front table.

“Hey, you sounded great”, the cute guy said.

“Thanks man.”

Adam walked past him to the bar for a bottle of water, thinking about the cutie the entire time. He was stopped several times by both men and women who made passes at him. He just smiled and walked past sultry brown eyes again, and went back stage, waiting for the next set.

“So I see you’re as popular as ever”, Tommy laughed.

“Did you see that one guy?”

“Which one?” Isaac snickered.

“The cute one, God, you two”, Adam rolled his eyes. “Where’s your gaydar?”

“Uh, we don’t have any?” they both laughed.

“You’re loss.”

When they came out for the second set, Adam didn’t see cute guy any longer. There were two couples in the table he’d vacated. Adam couldn’t help searching the crowd for him, secretly bummed that he was gone.

About half way through the set, Adam noticed him sitting at the bar, watching the stage. Adam turned it on after that with the seductive moves, keeping his eyes on cute guy the entire time.

The guy seemed really into it, even licking his lips a few times.

The band went into a rendition of “Whole Lotta Love”, that was through the roof.

Then they ended the night with “Twentieth Century Boy”, Tommy wailing on the guitar while Adam was writhing on the floor underneath the blonde.

When the set was over, Adam jumped off the stage and made his way over to the bar to get a drink, all the while watching the cute guy, who was now alone. The bartender brought him his usual and he slammed it down.

He was trying to get up the courage to talk to him, which was ridiculous, because, ‘shit, he was Adam Fucking Lambert and any guy would be lucky to be with him’, then rolled his eyes at him self for thinking that out loud.

Adam ordered another drink and walked up to cute guy.

“Hi”, he said, seductively.

Cute guy turned around and looked Adam over, “Hi”, said the big brown eyes. Adam could picture his cock buried in that beautiful mouth of his.

“So, can I buy you a drink?” Adam asked him, getting the bartender’s attention again.

Adam made it a point of never giving out his name, or asking for anyone else’s. You just never knew if someone would become a stalker fan or something.

“You’re really good”, cute guy said, downing his drink.

“Thanks.” He ordered two more drinks. They talked for a while about music and stuff, having moved to a table, so Adam could scoot closer and closer. He could smell the guys scent, ‘musky’. He wanted him, bad. Cute guy seemed very responsive with his body language.

Finally, Adam asked, “So would you want to go somewhere more, private?”

Cute guy slugged his last drink and nodded, following Adam to his car.

~~~~

Adam lived only a few blocks away from this club, but always drove at night. They got to Adam’s apartment in only minutes.

He climbed out of his car, running around to the other side to open cute guy’s door and then pulled him inside.

“God, I’ve wanted to do this all night”, Adam said, pushing the guy up against the wall, kissing him roughly; pulling off his jacket. “Bedroom?”

“Yeah”, cute guy was panting, tugging at Adam’s clothes as well.

Adam kicked his partially open door, tossing cute guy on the bed, and stripping him naked, admiring the scene in front of him. He kissed him again as cute guy tore Adam’s clothes off. They were both completely naked, hard cocks rutting against each other. Adam stopped, “I’m Adam”, he said, then licking down cute guy’s body, until he reached his swelled and leaking cock.

“Kris, fuck”, Kris said as Adam’s hot mouth engulfed him all at once.

Adam sucked Kris till he came and he probed him with his fingers, making him hot all over again; then fucked him hard.

“Baby, so good for me.”

“It’s Kris”, Kris squeaked.

“Kris”, he let the word roll of his tongue as he plunged his cock inside of Kris.

When he could feel that Kris was getting close, Adam reached for his cock, and jerked him off, Kris coming all over his hand. Then Adam grabbed his hips and fucked him, calling out his name as he clenched, coming inside of cute guy, Kris.

Breathing heavily, he pulled out and tied off the condom, tossing it away. “That was amazing.” He said laying back.

They made out for a while on the bed and then Kris said he needed to go.

“I’ll give you a ride back to the club”, Adam offered.

“No, that’s ok. I have a ride.”

He has a ride? That was weird. “Ok then. I’ll see ya around?”

“Yeah”, Kris said, kissing Adam on the lips. “Bye, Adam.”

~~~~

The next day, the band was rehearsing when Neal came in. “Hey guys”, he said. “I have some news. Kris Allen and company are coming to see the band tonight at your next performance.”

“Oh, cool. We’ll finally get to meet the guy.”

~~~~

Kris’s POV (The day before)

Kris used his phone as he was leaving Adam’s apartment to call his bodyguard. They were parked down the street waiting for him. It’s not like he’d ever done anything like this before, but that guy, Adam, on stage. He was so hot. Kris couldn’t help himself. He’d texted them telling him where he was going, so they wouldn’t worry.

“Thanks, guys”, he said sheepishly, getting into the car.

“No problem, Mr. Allen.” Their job was to protect, not judge.

Kris had just gotten into town the other day. The tour was beginning in a couple of weeks and he wanted to see the band that his people had gotten for the opening act. They came very highly recommended from his management team. They had wanted an unsigned group, with a big rock sound and ‘Back Door’ was perfect.

Kris had kept himself out of all the details so far, including their name, and was waiting until he saw them live.

However, he’d arrived a day early, and was feeling lonely, so he went to a club. He wasn’t expecting to meet a cute guy and definitely not sleep with one. But, that all changed when he looked at that stage and saw that gorgeous man with the most beautiful voice and sexy moves he’d ever seen. The man was pure sex.

He didn’t want to draw attention to himself, so he asked his guards to make themselves scarce as he moved to the bar to watch the singer more carefully. He had no idea that the guy would come over and hit on him. But the way he talked to him with that sexy voice and those to die for blue eyes, he didn’t say no when the guy asked him if he wanted to go home with him. That’s when he texted his guys and they followed them to the man’s apartment and waited a block away.

~~~~

Kris hadn’t gotten ‘Adam’ out of his mind since last night. He knew that he shouldn’t ever see him again, but… he really wanted to. He almost wanted to cancel seeing the band tonight, but he needed to get this over with.

He was driven to the bar where they were playing and walked inside with his manager and band and were shown to the VIP table.

They ordered drinks and were told that ‘Back Door’ would be on in twenty minutes.

~~~~

“Are they here yet?” Adam asked Neal as he peaked inside to check on them. They were playing in a slightly fancier club than the other night. This one was in West Hollywood, the trendy part of the city

“Uh no, I don’t think so”, Neal addressed him. Neal knew perfectly well that Kris Allen was here, he’d greeted them at the VIP table only minutes before. But, he wanted the band to work the entire crowd, not just one group.

“Just go out there and do your stuff. Remember, you have to wow the entire crowd, not just one table.”

He walked back out, checking the crowd, which was getting big and noisy. They all loved ‘Back Door’.

The lights came down, and the band came out to quickly tune up and then the intro began, heavy bass line, drums kicking in followed by the guitar as the lights came up, gearing up for the grand entrance of their lead singer.

Kris froze. He recognized the band. “Oh shit”, he said a little too loudly.

“What’s the matter?” Cale, one of his band mates asked.

“Um, I gotta go. I’ll be back; just watch the band, alright?”

“You ok man? You look pale.”

Kris abruptly stood up and walked to the back of the bar, just out of site from the stage. He could see the band, but they wouldn’t be able to see him. “Oh man, I can’t believe it”, he said as that sexy singer, Adam, slinked onto the stage, going into the most amazing vocals that Kris has ever heard. He needed to stay for their entire set, which he’d of course seen before. But this time he needed to pay attention to the whole band, not just the singer. However, he wanted to be scarce when the set ended, so Adam wouldn’t see him. ‘God, why am I hiding’, he wondered, but just knew that he needed to.

Link to Chapter 2

Title: Back Door Chapter 2/8
Author:

mhobbs0430
Pairing: Adam/Kris
BETA:

wizardesslyn
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After the first rocking tune ended, Adam began to speak into the microphone. “Evening everyone”, he yelled. “We’re ‘Back Door’ “, he said. “Thanks for coming out to see us tonight.” He took a sip of his water that he kept in front of the stage. He was trying to see the VIP table without looking like he was. “This next song is an original that the band wrote together. It’s called ‘Fever’”

And with that the music began to play and Adam sauntered around the stage like he owned it, stopping to sing “There he goes, my baby walks so slow” and then enunciating “Sexual Tic Tac Toe” and then strutting around again “Yeah I know, we both know it isn’t time… But will you beee mine.”

Kris almost fell over. The innuendo in that song was… fuck… going right to his dick. He wanted nothing more than the get right in the front and let Adam sing right to him, but… God no. I’m Kris Allen. What the hell was I thinking having a one night stand with some… uh God.

He tried to enjoy the rest of the performance. They did a few original numbers mixed in with some great covers.

At the end of the set, Neal came up to the stage and guided the band over to the VIP table.

They all stood up and introduced themselves to ‘Back Door’. “You guys really rocked it, man”, Cale said.

They chatted for a few minutes, but then Neal asked. “Where is Mr. Allen?”

“Oh, you know, I’m not sure. He was here. I know he saw the performance, but I think he had to run out”, Cale was making an excuse for Kris. He had no idea if Kris had even seen the performance. It was rude of him to walk out like that, but Cale knew he must have had a good reason. He didn’t want these guys to know it though and hurt their feelings. “You’ll meet him soon enough”.

Kris’s manager got everyone a round of drinks and pretty soon it was time for their second set.

~~~~

Kris thoroughly enjoyed the performance. He knew the tour would be a success. These guys could really rock and would get the crowd riled up for him to come out. He really wanted to meet them after the set, but realized that Adam might just freak out and didn’t want that to happen in front of everyone; especially just before he had to perform again. No, he thought the reunion might just be better in private.

He watched the band get off the stage and go over to the VIP table. Hopefully Cale would make a good excuse for him, even though there really wasn’t one. He knew it was rude, but…

Then he got an idea. He texted his security guard. ‘I need a disguise’.

A few seconds later, his phone beeped. ‘I have a hat and sunglasses in the car’

‘Perfect. I’m to the right of the bar.’

Kris waited till the band left their table and then put on the hat and glasses and walked back over. Cale started laughing. “Man, what the hell are you doing?”

“Please. I’ll explain later, just, don’t draw any attention to me.”

“No, of course not. You’re doing that all by yourself.” He snorted.

The rest of the group knew better than to speak up, so they just let it go.

Kris sat back down and waited for the second set.

“Ladies and Gentlemen, ‘Back Door’”, the announcer yelled as the band came out playing.

~~~~

At the end of their set, there was so much applause that they came out for two encores. Adam did the sexiest rendition of Purple Haze that Kris had ever seen.

When it was over, they jumped off the stage again and talked to the Kris Allen Entourage. Kris held out his hand and introduced himself. “Sorry about the first half. I didn’t want anyone to recognize me, so I hid”, he said, sheepishly.

“Yeah, it must be rough getting recognized everywhere.” Adam spoke for the group.

“You guys sounded fantastic, though. Can’t wait for the tour, it’s going to kick ass.”

They invited the band to sit down and have a round of drinks while they talked about the tour. Adam sort of wondered why ‘Kris Allen’ didn’t take off his sunglasses at least, but shrugged it off.

Kris and his group left and got into the car that was waiting for them. “So, spill Kris”, Cale accosted him. “What the hell?”

“I’ll tell you back at the hotel, ok man?”

He let it go.

They arrived at the hotel and went to their respective rooms. Kris had a private room, of course, he was the star. He felt like a schmuck, though. After some self berating, Kris finally texted Cale, “Come over, I need to talk.”

Cale knocked a few minutes later. “You alright, man?”

Kris proceeded to tell him about the previous night; going to the club and meeting Adam, having drinks, hitting it off and then...

“Adam?”

“Yeah, same Adam.”

“Oh my God.” Cale shook his head. “And you slept with him, didn’t you?”

Kris just nodded in shame.

“God, you’re such a slut”, he laughed.

Kris through a pillow at him, but laughed too. “God, I really am.”

“So, what am I supposed to do now?”

“Do you like him?”

“Shit, I really do.”

“Well, you have to fess up, and soon. We leave for tour in two weeks.”

“God, I know”, he said, doing his best face-palm.

“Call him, man. Now”, Cale stood up and pointed to the hotel phone. Then he walked out, leaving Kris alone.

He called his manger to get Adam’s phone number, since he never thought to get it the other night. The guy had all of their personal information and was discreet enough not to ask any questions.

After several minutes of picking up the phone, then hanging it up, and then almost dialing before putting it down again, Kris finally called the man.

“Adam?”

“Who’s this?” Adam asked. Secretly hoping it was the cute guy from the other night. He’d already forgotten about meeting Kris Allen.

“Kris… uh, Kris Allen”, Kris almost panicked. Oh god, I really used my real name the other night.

“Oh, Mr. Allen.”

“It’s Kris.”

‘Ok, that sounded familiar’, Adam thought.

“Um, I’d like to explain my behavior tonight. Would you be willing to come to my hotel?”

“Uh, is that appropriate Mr. Allen, I mean Kris?” ‘Kris’, that name was in the back of his mind.

“Oh, um…”

“I mean, shouldn’t you be speaking with our manager?” Adam wasn’t sure why this guy ‘Kris Allen’ was calling him; and at this hour.

“Adam, I actually need to talk to you. Please?” He pleaded.

“Ok”, Adam said. He didn’t have any plans for the night anyway. And he was curious why this guy wouldn’t show his face tonight.

Adam hung up and got ready to go out and meet Kris Allen. That was weird, he said to himself. Then he that thought surfaced again. Kris... Cute guy… Kris Allen… ‘No way…’ He put it out of his mind and drove to the hotel in West Hollywood.

~~~~

Adam parked the car and walked into the swanky lobby, nervous, although he didn’t know why.

Kris had given Adam his room number, so he took the elevator right up to his floor. He found the room and stopped in front of the door. Hesitating to knock, Adam could hear commotion from the other side. It was Kris, tidying up the floor.

He finally built up his courage and wrapped on the door. It opened a little too quickly, almost like Kris was standing just on the other side, waiting for the knock.

“Adam”, Kris said.

Adam stood there with his mouth open. Even though the thought had crossed his mind for like a half second, he was still completely shocked that this was the same Kris.

“Um, hi.” He greeted him again.

“You’re Kris Allen?” Adam thought of running. He slept with international recording artist, Kris Allen. “I had no idea, I swear”, he started babbling. “You have to believe me.”

“I didn’t either”, Kris interrupted. “Until I saw the band come out on stage tonight.”

“Is that why you hid?”

Kris nodded, face pointed to the floor.

“Can I come in?”

Kris opened the door wider and let Adam inside, shutting the door behind him.

“Were you embarrassed of me?” Adam asked.

“Oh god, no.”

“Then why did you hide?” He demanded.

“I panicked.”

“Why?”

“Well, I’m Kris Allen”, Oh god, that didn’t come out right.

“Oh, and you thought when I found that out that I’d what? Want something from you?” Adam accused.

“No”, Kris stood up. This was not going well. “I mean, I don’t know. I don’t usually do that. Go home with strange men.”

“So I’m strange.”

“That’s not what I meant”, he was fumbling and he knew it. “I’m not a slut.” He blurted.

“And you think I am?” Adam got it now. “Don’t worry, Mr. Allen. We’ll keep this professional. Oh, and don’t worry. I won’t tell anyone.” He said, sarcastically. Then Adam stormed out of the room and ran down the hall to the elevator, shaking.

“Shit, that did not go well”, Kris yelled to no one but himself. Well, what were you expecting? Kris sat on his bed with his hands covering his face. “I really fucked up.”

Adam walked through the lobby, steaming. He got outside to the cool air and finally breathed. “Fuck, Kris Allen. I fucked Kris Allen, fuck…”

Then he thought back to the other night when he was just Kris; cute guy Kris; writhing beneath him, screaming his name when he came for him and he just cringed. Kris Allen thought he was a slut; picking up a different guy every night? But he didn’t. Well, not that much.

Adam drove home and went to bed. He slept fitfully that night, dreaming of fucking Kris. Then Kris Allen calling him a slut, telling him he was his dirty little secret.

~~~~

Adam was quiet the next day during rehearsal. Tommy noticed something was wrong and tried to get Adam to spill, but Adam was so confused that he didn’t even know what to say to him. “I’m fine, Tommy.”

“Well, I’m here for you buddy. You know that, right?”

“Yeah, thanks.” He did not want to burden the band with this problem. They’d probably side with Kris Allen anyways. Maybe he was a slut.

Isaac pulled Tommy away after rehearsal. “He was fine the night before when he couldn’t stop talking about that guy; remember, Tommy?”

“Oh yeah, what was his name?”

“Cute Guy”, Isaac chuckled.

“Right, I wonder if something happened between them.”

“Knowing Adam? I’m sure it did.” Isaac answered, laughing.

Adam was moping around. It could only mean boy trouble. His heart was broken. His band mates vowed to help him. He couldn’t start the tour all mopey.

There was one more week of rehearsal before the tour began. They sounded good. They were ready.

Adam was feeling, or at least appearing to be, much better.

The band was getting excited. There would be three busses for the entire U.S. portion of the tour. That’s all that ‘Back Door’ was confirmed for at the moment; sixty three city tour, spanning three months.

Adam should have been looking forward to it, but he was now dreading it. Three months on the road with someone who hated him. Did Kris hate him? He never bothered asking him. He just assumed the worst, and stayed away from him. He thought of going to his room so many times, but if Kris had wanted him, he’d have called him by now.

~~~~

Kris was just as miserable as Adam was. He was about to go on his first nationwide solo tour in just a few days and he should have been on top of the world. He was Kris Fucking Allen, for God’s sake. But, instead, all he could think about was Adam. He’d really messed up with the guy. He made Adam feel like this was his fault. He wanted to talk to him again, but Cale advised against it. “Kris, just let it go, alright? It’s better for everyone to just forget it.” But, how could he forget him?

They had a couple of dress rehearsals planned for this week and Kris would finally be seeing Adam again. He found himself nervously excited. “Adam”, God he was gorgeous. Kris remembered back to that first night. Adam, expertly making love to him, his hand wrapped around Kris’s dick, thrusting his huge cock into him, making him feel… Shit, I’m so done for.

Link to Chapter 3

Title: Back Door Chapter 3/8
Author:

mhobbs0430
Pairing: Adam/Kris
BETA:

wizardesslyn
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It was one week before the tour. This afternoon was the first dress rehearsal. It was being held at Capital Records, in Hollywood. Kris Allen was stewing all day. He would be seeing Adam again. What was he supposed to say to him? He really had fucked it all up. Adam was such a cool guy, from what he knew of him before he accused him of being some sort of trollop. Does anyone even say that word? He chuckled to himself. Kris decided to make peace with Adam and tell him how he feels. How did he feel? Well, I felt great when you were kissing me and touching me and… fucking me.

Kris had dreamed of Adam many times in the past couple of weeks. The dream was always the same. Adam making love to him and just before he came, he’d call Adam a slut. Adam would jump up and then stomp off yelling at Kris. He woke up sweating every time.

“‘Back Door’ just arrived”, Kris’s manager was telling them. They showed the intimidated rock band the practice room they’d be using.

“Shit, this place is amazing”, Isaac said, as they walked through the famous hallways of Capitol Records. “Do you know how many famous musicians and rock stars have been here?”

“It’s incredible”, Tommy reiterated.

“Hey guys”, Kris Allen met them at the entrance of their practice room. “So, we’re going to run through the entire program. Starting with the sound checks, alright?”

“Yeah, sounds good”, Adam spoke up, taking a good look at Kris Allen. Kris, he thought. He’s just Kris. Then his mind came back to earth. Yeah, Kris, who thinks you sleep around. All of these thoughts showed clearly through the changing expressions on Adam’s face.

“Adam”, Kris walked towards him. “Can I talk to you for a minute?”

“Now, Kris? You think that’s a good idea?” He deadpanned. Not wanting Kris to notice his stomach doing flip flops, he stood just looking at him.

“Yeah, now.” Kris pulled him to the side. “I really messed the other night.”

“You mean when you went home with me?”

“No, God. Adam, I mean when you came to my hotel room. I wasn’t very nice and everything I meant to say came out wrong. I’m sorry.”

Adam looked him up and down. He sounded sincere and looked, well he looked sweet and honest and Adam just wanted to eat him up. “Ok, Allen. I’m sorry too.”

“For what?”

“For not letting you explain and running out.”

Kris held his hand out for Adam to shake it. “Truce?”

Adam smiled. “Truce.”

Then he quietly said, “Thank you”, and walked back to the group. Well, it was something.

Kris and his band ran through sound check like they would at the show, and then ‘Back Door’ did the same. Afterwards, they took a break. Capitol provided a catered spread for them.

“Wow, man”, Tommy commented. “Nice”, he said grabbing some finger food.

Then they ran through the entire set again, this time just how it would be for real. Kris couldn’t take his eyes off of Adam. Man, he was gorgeous. He thought back to the other night, all those ladies and boys fawning over him. “I’m sure he get’s a lot of action.”

“What, Kris?” Cale questioned him.

“Oh, nothing.” He blushed, realizing that he’d just said that out loud.

~~~~

A couple of days later it was time for their final dress rehearsal. They were going to be at the Kodak Theatre in West Hollywood, same venue as the first show in a couple of days.

They did the same run through; sound check and then performance. This time, they practiced all of the lighting, props, sound, everything. They wanted it to feel just like opening night. And make sure that all of the equipment was operating properly.

It was really exciting for ‘Back Door’. They’d never had a lighting show before. Adam wanted lasers and Allen’s people readily agreed.

After the rehearsal, Kris Allen announced to everyone that he was taking them out to dinner to celebrate.

“That’s nice of you, Kris.” Adam said to him.

“I’m a nice guy”, he smirked.

Kris took them to a celebrity hangout in Hollywood that most ‘normal’ people couldn’t get into. “Wow, impressive Allen”, Isaac patted him on the back, while Adam just snorted.

He just shrugged off the remark. He wasn’t trying to impress them. Then he thought about it. He was trying to impress Adam. What was it about the guy? He knew that he had to let all that go. It wouldn’t be appropriate to have a relationship with him now. Would it?

~~~~

The next day was ‘move into the bus’ day. That night they were staying in a hotel to rest up, and then back at the Kodak for sound check and the official start of the tour.

‘Back Door’ was really looking forward to the hotel stay. They all lived in crappy apartments in and around Hollywood. This was definitely a step up.

They and their equipment were picked up by car and they were taken to the busses. ‘Back Door’ had one bus for the whole band and Neal, of course. It was like an apartment. There were several ‘sleep’ compartments with an area for each of their clothes, living area, kitchenette and bathroom with a shower.

“Man, we can actually live here.” Isaac pondered.

“Man, we will be living here, dude”, Tommy laughed.

The girls had a separate sleeping area on the other end of the bus. Adam giggled, most likely Tommy and Ashley would take that side and Cam would bunk with the boys.

“So, I wonder what Allen’s will be like?” They all wondered.

Adam shrugged, “I’m sure his living space with be a lot bigger”.

Just then, Kris came onto the bus, to make sure the guys were getting settled. “Is everything alright here?”

“Yeah, it’s fantastic.”

“Good. Let me or my crew know if you need anything at all.”

“Sure, Mr. Allen”, one of the girls piped up.

“It’s Kris”, he corrected.

That immediately reminded Adam of when Kris said that to him, in bed, just before he came for him. He felt his cock jerk. He turned and walked away, not wanting Kris to see his face right now.

“Everything ok, Adam?” Tommy asked.

“Yeah man, its fine”, Adam went back to his bunk to think. This tour just may kill him.

Kris noticed the exchanged, but ignored it. “Alright then. Get acquainted with your new home and in about thirty minutes, the cars will take us to the hotel to check in.”

“Cool, Mr. A, uh Kris.”

Kris nodded and waved, walked outside of the bus. He checked on the second bus which was his crew and management team. It was identical to ‘Back Door’s’ bus, which made him think of Adam.

“You guys alright?” He asked the crew.

“Yeah man. This bus is smoking.”

“Ok, well, I’ll see you outside in a bit, and then we’ll head over to the hotel.”

“Ok, Mr. Allen.”

Finally Kris went to his own bus that he was sharing with his band. They were back in their quarters, getting settled in, giving Kris time to be alone for a while. He walked through the bus, beginning with the front lounge with a large television TV and DVD player so they could watch movies and chill. Further on in was the band’s sleeping quarters, three bunks on either side. It looked comfortable. “Hey guys”, he said, passing through.

From his bunk, Cale looked down at Kris and just mentally checked him over. Kris just tipped his head that everything was fine. They didn’t really need words.

Next was the kitchen. There was a refrigerator stocked with juices and snack food and a small stove and cooking area with a table in the middle.

Next he came to the night lounge with long couches and space to hang out in the evenings. The band could jam in here as well, acoustically, of course.

The last door was his sleeping quarters. He stepped inside and did a double take. “Wow”, he said under his breath, feeling just a little bad after seeing everyone else’s areas. The he reminded himself that it was his tour.

There was an actual double bed and sitting area just for him, with closet space and a private bathroom. He sat on the bed and thought about everything that was going on. He was about to start a nation-wide tour that would lead into a world-wide tour in a few months. His second album had gone platinum. He should be on top of the world. Just one thing missing, he thought sadly. He thought back to his ex-wife, Katy. They were still friends. She knew their marriage was a sham, but went through with it anyway, to get Kris through American Idol. He loved her, but not the way she needed. And she couldn’t love him the way he needed. “Adam”, the name formed on his lips and then he touched his finger to the spot. He could give me what I needed, he thought. Then he remembered the way he met him in the bar. No, Adam’s a player. Adam should be a player, he’s so hot. Why would he settle for one boring guy like me?

Cale notice the blaring quiet coming from Kris’s lair and knocked on the door. “You ok, man?”

“Yeah, come on in.”

“You made the right decision, Kris.”

“Did I?”

“What if it ended badly and we’re still on tour?”

Kris just shook his head.

“Come on, man. Let’s meet everyone outside.”

“Ok, coming in a minute.”

Cale left, and gathered the band and crew. They were standing around talking to the guys in ‘Back Door’, minus Adam.

“So, you guys ready for this shit?” Cale asked the newbie’s.

“Oh man, this is so cool.” Tommy and Isaac were practically bouncing. Ashley and Cam were talking to some of the crew. Cam was asking about her keys and how they were being transported. She was very concerned about her baby. The crew happily showed her the equipment trucks and how everyone was packed up and kept safe during their travels. She was satisfied and thanked them, the pair walking back to their band mates.

Adam was just coming out of the bus and joined the group as Kris came out of his bus.

“Everyone ready to head over?”

~~~~

They had accommodations at a hotel near the Kodak theatre, the same one that Kris Allen and entourage had been staying at for the past couple of weeks.

Ashley and Cam had a room, Tommy and Adam were down the hall, and that left Isaac with Neal.

After they were settled, everyone met down in the lobby for lunch. They were being catered in one of the small conference rooms at the hotel.

They entered the room and Tommy’s mouth was watering. “Jeez, do you guys always eat like this?”

Kris laughed, “Not always. Wait until we’re on the road and you’re eating cereal and Slim Jims.”

They enjoyed the spread and ate like there was no tomorrow.

“Free time till dinner”, Kris’s PA announced, dismissing the group.

Everyone was talking about what they wanted to do on their last few hours of freedom.

“I wanna sleep”, a couple of them said, mostly the crew. Tommy and Isaac were too wound up.

“Shopping”, Adam and the girls shouted together.

Kris secretly wanted to go shopping, or where ever, with Adam, but…

“Hey Allen”, Adam had come right up to him with out Kris even noticing.

“Adam.”

“Do you want to come with us?” He asked, pointing to the girls.

“You’re going shopping?”

“Yeah man. Have you ever been to Melrose?”

“No.”

“Best shopping in Hollywood”, Cam said, convincingly.

“Alright”, he decided. “If you’re sure it’s ok.”

“Absolutely”, Adam winked at him, putting his arm around him, casually. “We’re gonna have some fun.” He said, mischievously.

Kris just groaned, but followed them outside for a cab.

“So Kris, none of these stores carry plaid, but I’m sure we can find you something hot to wear.” Adam teased.

“Plaid? Hey, I don’t only wear plaid.” They all looked at Kris’s shirt, plaid, and started laughing. Even Kris found that funny.

“Alright, but don’t make me look ridiculous”, he warned.

“Do you think I look ridiculous, Kris?” Adam asked.

“No, of course not, you’re…” He almost said ‘hot’, but stopped himself. “You look good in leather.”

“Don’t you know it!” Adam exclaimed.

Yup, that’s the Adam I know he is; self assured, cocky and a player.

“Kris”, Adam realizing his face had fallen a little, “I was just joking with you.”

Kris smiled that small crooked smile that Adam found ‘sexy as hell’. “Come on, I’ll show you the best, most trendy stores in all of Hollywood.”

~~~~

Kris loved the stores that Adam took him in to. The girls had wandered off after a bit, going into girl shops, leaving the boys to their ‘leather’, Cam had said. He was having such a great time just hanging out with Adam. He didn’t even realize the time. Soon, they met up with the girls and the foursome cabbed their way back to the hotel several hours later, several bags in each of their hands.

“Ok Adam, I have to admit. That was a lot fun.”

“I knew you’d enjoy yourself”, they chatted through the lobby and back to their rooms; Kris saying goodbye when they reached Adam and the girl’s floor, leaving him alone with his thoughts. Kris reached his room and opened the door with his keycard, placing his purchases on the chair and lay back on the bed. He’d had an amazing day.

Link to Chapter 4

Title: Back Door Chapter 4/8
Author:

mhobbs0430
Pairing: Adam/Kris
BETA:

wizardesslyn
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Kris hadn’t realized that he’d fallen asleep until he heard his phone buzzing and the hotel phone ringing. “Yeah?” he answered, rubbing the sleep out of his eyes.

“Hey boss, where have you been?” It was Cale.

“Oh man”, he said gruffly. “I fell asleep. What time is it?”

“Almost dinner, dude. Meet us downstairs in thirty minutes.”

Kris hung up the phone and jumped in the shower. He toweled off and opened the bags he’d bought earlier today with Adam. God that name just rolled off his tongue. He pulled out the new duds and smiled. He didn’t even know why, but he wanted to look good tonight. Well, he did know why.

~~~~

In the lobby, everyone was beginning to gather. They were having dinner in the main restaurant of the hotel, private dining room. There was a buffet of delicious entrées and side dishes.

The troupe was seated and ordered drinks and then got up to fill their plates.

“Man this looks so good”, Isaac and Tommy rushed ahead.

“Boys”, Cam and Ashley rolled their eyes at the two, but were right behind them, giggling.

Adam and Neal were next in line; Kris Allen insisting that ‘Back Door’ go before his group.

They returned to the tables, plates filled and ready to dig in. Their cocktails had arrived by then. Kris stood up and gave a toast, officially welcoming everyone to the tour and thanking them for all of their hard work pulling it together. And he said a special thank you to ‘Back Door’ for agreeing to join them for the three month long tour.

Everyone clapped. “Dig in”, he ended his speech and sat down.

Somehow, he ended up sitting next to Adam. Adam smiled at him, taking a bite of food. “Good, man.”

“Yeah.” God, he radiates pure sex, Kris was thinking, trying to concentrate on his dinner.

The conversation went to tomorrow and their first show. Everyone was chatting excitedly. This was a new experience for most of them. Kris and his band had toured previously, but not this long and not head-lining. For ‘Back Door’, this was a once in a life-time opportunity. Tomorrow night would begin their adventure across the county. And they couldn’t wait.

~~~~

After dinner, some of Kris’s group and ‘Back Door’ wanted to party. This would be their last opportunity for a while.

There was a club next door to the hotel, so they wouldn’t have to worry about driving home.

Kris wanted to get a good night sleep, and he didn’t think that he could handle going to a club with Adam there and behave, so he said goodnight to everyone, and went to his room.

Adam was a little disappointed, but shrugged it off and followed the group to the club. It was one that ‘Back Door’ was familiar with, but it was a straight club. Probably better though. He didn’t want Kris’s band to report to Kris that he’d hooked up at the bar. He rolled his eyes. Why would Kris even care? He’s obviously not interested enough.

Adam decided to have a good time slammed down a couple of cocktails. He was feeling relaxed when his phone buzzed. ‘Can we talk?’

He had never programmed Kris’s name into his phone in, but he’d called that one time and Adam remembered the number. He responded, ‘Ok. I’m at the club.’

A few seconds later, Kris responded. ‘Oh. If you’re busy, it’s ok.’ He didn’t know what to do. Adam was out having a good time. Maybe he should just forget it.

Adam arched his brows. Man, this guy was so hard to figure out. But he really did want to see him. He liked Kris. Yeah, he really liked him. ‘I’m on my way back. Be there soon.’

Kris smiled. He didn’t even know what would happen when Adam got there. He just texted back ‘J’

Adam grinned. What a dork. “Hey guys, I’m gonna take off.” He said to Tommy and the rest of the band.

“It’s early, Adam.”

“Yeah, I know. I’m kind of tired.” He made the excuse.

However, Cale overheard and just wondered. He quickly texted Kris, ‘Man, I hope you know what you’re doing.’

Kris, surprised at the interruption text, responded, ‘I have to.’

Cale just shook his head. ‘Good Luck’

Kris smiled and prepared for meeting Adam.

~~~~

Several minutes later, he heard a knock. He quickly ran to the door and opened it. “Adam.”

“Hi Kris”, Adam said, walking into the room. He stood there, waiting for an invitation to…

Kris just stared at Adam for a moment, not really knowing what to do. “Want a drink?” He finally offered.

“Yeah, thanks.”

Kris walked them over to the kitchenette with the mini bar and mixed them each a drink.

“What are we doing?” Adam asked.

“I’m not really sure.” Kris shook his head, handing Adam the glass. “I just know that I wanted to see you.”

“We’re going on tour tomorrow, Kris.”

“I know”, he answered, walking over to Adam and standing right in his space, his mouth just inches from Adam’s.

“You confuse me.”

“I don’t mean to.” And he kissed him; gently sweeping his lips across Adam’s.

“This is probably a mistake.” Adam whispered.

Kris just nodded his head and then Adam kissed him back and took control.

~~~~

Moments later found them sprawled on Kris’s king sized bed, clothes discarded and Adam covering Kris with his body, kissing him roughly.

“Adam, please.”

This was the Kris that Adam remembered, the Kris who was pliant and submitted fully to him. His Kris. “Babe”, he answered, maneuvering Kris’s body into position.

“It’s Kris.”

“Kris”, he let the name rest on his lips as he took Kris’s cock into his mouth. “Gonna make it so good for you.”

“Want…”

“I know what you want.”

That was the last coherent words that either man spoke as Adam prepped Kris to take him, hitting his special bump, making Kris beg for Adam.

Both of them were lost in each other as Adam made love to Kris. They momentarily forgot where they were, or who they were. It was just the two of them doing what made the most sense. They fit perfectly together.

Adam fucked him slowly and then picked up speed bringing Kris to the brink. He screamed Adam’s name when he came all over his hand. Then Adam raised Kris’s hips and fucked him through his own orgasm as he said his name over and over into Kris’s ear. “That was amazing, baby.”

“It’s Kris.”

~~~~

Adam fell asleep holding Kris in his arms. They awoke the next morning to Adam’s phone buzzing over and over. ‘Neal: Where the hell are you?’ ‘Man, I thought you went back to your room last night’ and then ‘You better call me.’

Kris opened his eyes and the first thing he saw was Adam checking his messages. “Everything alright, Adam?”

“Yeah, it’s just my brother. I didn’t come home last night”, he smirked.

“Right; do you need to go?” Kris stretched, still naked, exposing his semi-hard cock, not being embarrassed enough to cover himself.

Adam leaned over Kris and kissed him. “Yeah, I think this would be less awkward if I went back to my room now, and came down with the rest of my band.”

“Oh, yeah I guess.” Kris knew that Adam was right. But he couldn’t help but wish that he could walk down those stairs with Adam and let everyone know they were together. Shit, what was I thinking? Kris suddenly realized that he probably made a huge mistake… again… “You better go now.”

Adam took his words the wrong way, thinking that Kris didn’t want anyone to know about the two of them. Is he embarrassed of me?

“See ya at breakfast?” Adam smiled and pulled on his clothes.

Kris just nodded, covering himself up with the sheets.

After Adam left his room, Kris threw his head back. What the fuck was I thinking?

~~~~

An hour later found the entire troupe in the lobby restaurant for a buffet breakfast. Both Adam and Kris were quiet. No one noticed except the two best friends, Tommy and Cale.

Tommy didn’t know that Adam’s ‘cute boy’ from the club was Kris Allen, but he did notice that he was acting awfully strangely, and that usually meant boy troubles. Tommy punched Adam’s thigh. “You alright, man?”

“Fine”, he mumbled into his eggs.

“That’s good, because its opening night and we go on tour in the morning.”

Adam shot Kris a look, who’d been staring at his own breakfast. Cale whispered something into his ear, which caused Kris to look in Adam’s direction. Cale just shook his head as the two men’s eyes locked and then dropped.

Tommy, who was quite insightful, noticed the exchange and put two and two together. “Adam?”

Adam looked up at him and then at Kris and back to Tommy, “What?” He shot back, innocently.

“Oh shit”, he deduced and went back to eating. This was going to be a long tour.

After breakfast they went back to their rooms to pack and then the cars were bringing them to the busses and then the venue for the concert.

Walking back to their rooms, Tommy snagged Adam, “Ok. What I don’t understand is HOW THE HELL DID THIS HAPPEN?” He threw his hands in the air. “I mean, yeah I know you’re sexy as hell. But how did you end up sleeping with our boss for the tour?”

Adam put his face in his hands, “It’s a long story.”

“Good, we’ll have time on the bus to talk. But for now? Focus, Adam. We have a show to do tonight, and you have to be on your game.” Tommy said, sternly.

“I know.”

“Do you? Ok, I think we need some lip action on Fever tonight, rile up the crowd.”

“Ok, Tommy.”

“Shit.” He knew that Adam was done for. He just had to be the best friend and pick up the pieces.

They were dropped off at their busses in which their suitcases had been delivered from the hotel. They had two hours to unpack and get settled before the busses would drive them to the Nokia for sound check.

Tommy decided that for now, he couldn’t do anything about Adam. And he didn’t want to piss off Kris Allen by giving him shit, so he did the next best thing. He found Kris’s best friend, Cale. Maybe the two of them could figure this out.

Tommy walked outside and walked over to Kris Allen’s bus.

He knocked on the door. Fortunately, it was one of the other band members who opened it. “Hey Tommy”.

“Hey, is Cale in there?” He asked.

“Cale”, the man yelled in the back, nodding his head and then he walked away.

Cale came over and saw Tommy and followed him out of the bus.

“So, I think something is going on?”

“What do you mean?” Then he realized what he meant. “Oh, you mean Kris and Adam?”

“Yeah, I guess. What do you know?”

Cale told him the whole sordid story. Tommy just shook his head.

“I just hope he doesn’t hurt him”, Cale finished.

“Me either. That would really suck.”

“Yeah, I hear Adam’s a player.”

“What?” Tommy fumed. “Where the hell did you hear that?”

“Um, Kris.”

“Kris thinks Adam’s a player?” He shook his head. “Then why would he invite him to his room?”

“Hey man, I didn’t mean to offend you, or Adam. I’m just trying to protect Kris.”

“Yeah, well, Adam wears his heart on his sleeve. If anyone would get hurt, it’s him. I can tell this is already hurting him.”

“Then we should keep them away from each other.” Cale decided.

“I think we should stay out of it, for now.” Tommy stood up. “So, we cool?” He didn’t want to start the tour off with the two groups already at odds.

“Yeah, we’re cool”, Cale smiled and struck his hand out to shake Tommy’s.

Tommy walked back to his bus. Man, this is so not good. He decided to talk to Adam after the show tonight.

Link to Chapter 5

Title: Back Door Chapter 5/8
Author:

mhobbs0430
Pairing: Adam/Kris
BETA:

wizardesslyn
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The busses pulled out of the parking lot, caravan style, and headed over to the Nokia. They parked in the back and the two bands were ushered inside the theatre and directly into their dressing areas. The crew had arrived earlier to unload the equipment and began setting up Kris Allen’s Stage.

Adam avoided Kris and went directly to ‘Back Door’s’ room to wait until it was time for their sound check. Tommy tried to engage Adam in safe conversation; meaning anything except Kris Allen.

Adam did his warm-up exercises and drank some throat coat which was already prepared for him. He was excited not only for himself, but for the rest of ‘Back Door’. They were his family and he didn’t want to fuck this up. He took a long sip of the tea and took a deep breath and got himself into his performance state of mind.

Kris Allen and band did their sound check first. They sounded great, from what Adam could hear from their dressing room. And Kris’s voice was like butter, melting his insides.

Tommy watched Adam’s expressions change and walked over to him. “Pining, buddy?”

“What?” Adam was pulled out of his trance. “I don’t know what you’re talking about Tommy.”

“You know I love you, right?”

“I know.”

“I’m just looking out for you.”

Adam smiled, “I know.”

“Alright then, ready to kick some ass?”

~~~~

Kris Allen and company finished their sound check and then the crew went back onstage to build the set for ‘Back Door’ in front of the headliner’s equipment. However, it was still the largest stage the band had ever played on before. Adam would have plenty of room to jump around and do what he did best.

About twenty minutes later, found the ‘Back Door on stage running through their portion of the show. They were trying out a couple of new songs that really rocked, but mostly stuck to their material they used at the clubs, meshing it into one big show instead of two sets.

After sound check, they went back to their dressing room to wait for the show to begin. They could hear the audience beginning to enter the theatre. They were hit with last minute nerves.

Kris knew those nerves, and went into their room to make sure everyone was alright. He gave them a pep talk, which really helped, by the way. Kris glanced over at Adam and smiled. “Alright guys, let’s kick some butt.”

~~~~

The lights went down, and the crowd cheered politely as ‘Back Door’, was introduced. The band started jamming and then Adam walked onstage filling the theatre with his electric voice.

As the crowd got into the music and Adam, the cheering grew louder until everyone one on their feet dancing and singing along.

Most were ‘Kris Allen’ fans, but Adam recognized a couple of club regulars and sang to them, giving his best moves. Fever was explosive, Adam kissing Tommy as the crowd screamed for more.

By the end of their set, the audience was near frenzied with energy. ‘Back Door’ ended with a sexy rendition of Twentieth Century Boy, with Tommy playing over Adam who was practically in a back bend, his vocals still impeccable, even in that position.

Adam thanked the crowd and they left the stage.

“Oh man, that was incredible”, Tommy shouted. “Fuck, Adam. We did it”, they were all high-fiving each other.

A member of the Kris Allen crew met them, since the band was getting ready to go onstage. “Hey, you guys rocked”, he gave them the thumbs-up and then left them alone.

The stage was getting set up for the headliner. Kris was nervous; good nervous. He knew that ‘Back Door’ was a success. He could hear the crowd, still worked up. He could hear them from his own dressing area.

During ‘Back Door’s’ set, Kris had gone backstage to watch some of it. His heart sank just a little during fever. He knew that Tommy and Adam did that for fan service, but he couldn’t help the jealous twang in his stomach. Then he reprimanded himself for it. Cale saw it too and gave Kris an empathetic look. See, I knew he was a player. He hadn’t said it out loud, but Kris knew what he was thinking and glared at him.

The rest of their set was amazing; Adam strutting around the stage, giving attention to the crowd. They loved him. Kris couldn’t have asked for a better opening act.

The stage was finally ready and the lights came up for a second time that night as Kris Allen hit the stage.

~~~~

Kris played for over an hour and a half. He had a beautiful mix of rock and ballads. Kris went from guitar to piano several times, and even had a short costume change.

After two encores the lights came up and the crowd began filing out of the theatre into the lobby where they could purchase Kris Allen items and even a ‘Back Door’ t-shirt.

A couple of hours later, the two bands were being herded out to the busses. A few fans had remained to try and get autographs. Kris was always accommodating and signed a few programs and t-shirts.

“You’re a hit, Allen”, Isaac slapped him on the back, chuckling.

“Yeah, so were you guys.”

They finally made it back to their busses where they’d be driving all night to their next destination. The tour would allow for two nights in hotels per week, but they had three days on the road with back to back shows before their first one.

Adam and the guys were exhilarated more than exhausted. Fortunately, the bus kitchen was stocked with a selection of drinks. Tommy, Isaac and Neal all grabbed a beer from the fridge while Adam grabbed a bottle of white wine and poured three glasses.

They hung out in the ‘kitchen’ and went over every second of their set.

Meanwhile, Kris Allen and company got back to their own busses. They’d done this routine before and knew that sleep was important.

Kris grabbed a beer from his own refrigerator and went back to his private lair to get ready for bed. It was a great first show. He was proud of both bands. He couldn’t help his mind from wandering to Adam. God, he radiated this sexual energy that the entire audience could feel. No wonder he was a player. He should be.

Kris finished his beer and climbed into his bed, his thoughts swirling around until he was asleep dreaming of Adam.

~~~~

Slowly, the band and Neal disbursed into their bunks, leaving just Tommy and Adam at the kitchen. Tommy didn’t want to lay into Adam. He looked too happy, but he needed to talk.

“What are you staring at, Tommy?” Adam sounded annoyed.

“I’m worried about you.”

“Why?” He really didn’t want to get into this right now. His love life was his own business. Love life... Right… He rolled his eyes.

“Because this most likely will end badly.”

“It hasn’t even started.”

“Yes it has. I’ve talked to Cale.”

Adam abruptly looked up. “Cale?”

“Yeah, he’s Kris’s best friend and he knows.”

“Oh great”, he face palmed.

“He thinks you’re a player and will hurt Kris.”

“Wow, thanks for telling me”, he said, sarcastically.

“I just want you to know everything, so you can make a good decision.”

“Just so you know; he pursued me the other night.”

“Yeah, I know.”

“Whatever. I know it can’t work out.”

“Adam, I know you. You’re already in too deep and you fall too hard.”

Adam snorted. “I’m a mess.”

“You really like him?”

He just nodded in response.

“I told Cale that Kris better not hurt you.”

He smiled at his best friend. Tommy always looked out for him.

“What do you want, Adam?”

“A boyfriend.”

“Kris may not be able to be that.”

“Tommy, you wouldn’t believe how great we are together. Both times were incredible.”

“Um, I don’t think I want to hear this, Adam.”

“What am I going to do?”

“Get through the next couple of shows and then talk to him. You’ll have to get through Cale, though.”

“I think I can handle that.”

~~~~

The next shows were San Francisco, Oakland and Sacramento. Then they were staying at a hotel in the last town before traveling north to Portland, Oregon.

They were booked at the Hyatt; same sleeping arrangements as in Hollywood. They were pumped up after their show, but looking forward to sleeping in real beds.

They were also treated to a real meal in the private dining room of the hotel. Adam didn’t get a chance to talk to Kris because Cale was busy keeping him away from him. Finally, Tommy decided to step in and guided Cale away from Kris. “So, I wanted to ask you something?”

“What?” He was looking back at Kris.

“Cale, he’s a big boy. Don’t interfere”, Tommy warned.

Adam took the opportunity to sit down next to Kris. “Hey”, he began.

“Hey Adam.”

“Tour’s going great so far.”

“Yeah, it is.”

“So, Cale thinks I’m a slut, too.”

“What?” He began to get up to slug Cale.

“Sit down, cowboy.” Adam pushed him back into his seat.

“Did he say something to you?”

“No. Tommy.”

“I’m sorry.”

“Don’t be. We all need a best friend to protect us.”

“And you have Tommy”, it wasn’t a question.

“I’ve known Tommy since high school.”

“Have you always kissed on stage like that?”

“Jealous, Allen?”

“No”, he said too quickly.

“Tommy’s cool. Totally straight, but cool. You know he’s dating our bass player.”

“Really?”

“We do that on stage for the fans”, he shrugged.

“But you seem to like it.”

“Come here.” And he kissed Kris like he does Tommy on stage before Kris had a chance to protest.

Kris couldn’t speak, his eyes were glazed over and he looked ready to pass out.

“Did you like that?”

“Uh, you just kissed me.”

“Yes, I did.”

“In front of everyone.”

“Did you mind?”

Kris shook his head. “No. You’re an amazing kisser.” Then he seemed to come out of his lust induced trance. “Oh my God, it’s just fan service to you. That meant nothing to you.”

“That’s how you took it?” Adam rolled his eyes. “Asshole, I was trying to show you the difference.” He got up to walk away, fuming, but Kris grabbed him.

“I’m sorry.”

“I have to go to bed, Kris.”

“Can I come with you?”

Adam just looked at him. “You think I’m the player, but you’re the one playing games.”

~~~~

Adam stomped off and went to his room. He dove into the mini bar, slamming down two vodka and tonics. As his mind was swirling, there was a knock at the door. Expecting Neal, he opened it, seeing Kris on the other side.

“Can we talk?”

“My brother will be here soon.”

“No, he won’t. “

“You think you can manipulate people because you’re Kris Allen?”

“I’m not. I just asked him to give us a few minutes.”

“You’ve got five.” Adam stood there, arms folded.

Kris closed the door and sat on the bed. “You confuse me too.”

“What?”

“The other night, you told me that I confused you. Well, you confuse me too.” Adam sat down next to him. He looked so sad that Adam wanted to comfort him, but remembered that he was pissed off at the man.

“I was married.”

That was the last thing that Adam had expected him to say. “In what country?” He assumed it was to a man.

“Huh? Oh, no. It was to a woman.”

Adam huffed, “So you’re straight.”

“Uh no. I was gay then and I’m gay now. However, Katy is the only person I’d ever dated. My family expected us to get married. I couldn’t tell them I was gay.”

“Why not?”

“Adam, I’m from the south.”

He had no idea where Kris was going with this. “And?”

“And then I auditioned for American Idol and I couldn’t come out then.”

“So you got married instead.”

“Just a couple of months before that, but yeah.”

“Why are you telling me this?”

“Because, even though I knew I was gay, I’d never been with a man before.”

“Before me?” Adam started panicking; he deflowered the famous Kris Allen.

“No, before Katie.”

“Oh.”

“Idol was over, and I began my career. Neither of us was happy, and I knew that she deserved better, so we split up, and I eventually came out.”

“That’s good, Kris.”

“I didn’t date much, because well…”

“I’m sure you didn’t have a hard time meeting guys. You seemed pretty comfortable at the bar where we met.”

“When I was starting out, my label didn’t think it was a good idea.”

“Seriously?”

“Yeah.” He said, sheepishly. “So I did it on the sly.”

Adam just looked at him. “What does that mean?”

“Well, I met this man while on my first tour. We started dating and became an item. But I wanted to keep it secret.”

“That doesn’t sound smart.”

“No, it wasn’t. Turns out the guy just wanted me because I was famous and ended up screwing me over.”

“I’m sorry.”

“He was a player. Because we couldn’t be seen in public, he’d go out and hook up with other guys, knowing that I couldn’t do anything about it.”

“What an asshole.”

“Yeah, but I guess I was too. He was also a singer.”

“Oh.”

“I’m sorry, Adam. You’ve done nothing to make me think you’re the same, but…”

“He was your first?”

“Yeah.”

“And last before me?”

Kris just nodded.

“You’ve never just dated.”

Kris shook his head.

“I’m sorry.” He really did feel bad for the guy. First and only previous hookup was a mess.

“You must think I’m pathetic.”

“No; I don’t. But, my brother is probably on his way up here, so…”

“I better go. Good night, Adam.”

“Goodnight, Kris.” Adam grabbed him and kissed him goodnight, just as Neal opened the door with his key.

They broke apart before Neal saw them. “What are you doing here, Allen?”

“Just talking shop with Adam. See you in the morning.” And he left the room.

“That was weird”, Neal said as he walked into the bathroom.

“Goodnight, Neal.”

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Title: Back Door Chapter 6/8
Author:

mhobbs0430
Pairing: Adam/Kris
BETA:

wizardesslyn
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The next morning, Adam woke up after a fitful sleep. He kept thinking about what Kris has told him. It explained so much.

However, it didn’t fix their problem at all. He knew they could be great together, but was the timing right? What if it didn’t work out? Should they jump into a relationship when Kris didn’t really know how to have one? Should they just date? Could Adam do that? These were the questions that kept him from a good night sleep.

Kris didn’t fare much better. He was glad that he’d opened up to Adam, but how would the man take it? Was he damaged, or too much trouble? What was Adam’s story anyway? Could they, or should they jump into a relationship? Maybe Kris should date. But that was almost impossible in his position, especially on tour.

They both came to the exactly same conclusion and finally fell asleep.

~~~~

Everyone met in the lobby for breakfast. They’d set up a separate area so they could have some privacy as fans had camped out trying to meet their idol. Adam was gaining new fans as well who’d enjoyed the man slinking around the stage.

Kris said good morning to everyone as he sat down, not looking really good. “Sleep alright, Kris?” Cale asked him, not knowing what happened last night after he saw Adam kiss Kris and then stomp off; and then Kris going after him. He wasn’t sure he wanted to know. Tommy sat right next to Cale and headed him off. “So”, he whispered in his ear. “We are going to stay out of this, right?”

“What?” He asked innocently.

“I mean it, Cale.” Tommy warned. “Don’t mess with them.”

After their meal, they headed back to the busses for their trip north. First stop, Portland. They had a ten hour drive and would arrive that evening and have another hotel night and then begin their 5 city stint in the north end of the country.

Adam slept most of the way. He came out to eat with Tommy and the gang, but other than that, he stayed by himself, thinking.

Meanwhile, Kris was doing the same thing. At least he had more room to be alone. He had a real bed. And all he could think about was sharing it with Adam.

The bussed stopped about half way to fuel up and let everyone out to stretch their legs. Kris spotted Adam and walked over to him. “Can we talk?”

“Sure”

“Not here.”

“But we’re taking off soon, Kris and…”

“Tell Neal you’re riding with me and then come over to my bus, ok?”

~~~~

“Riding with the boss?” Neal said loudly. Tommy heard as he came back on to the bus. “What?”

“Kris wants to talk, so I’m riding the rest of the way with him. That’s all.”

Tommy gave him a protective hug. “Be careful.”

“I will”, he promised.

Adam walked out leaving a bewildered Neal. “What was that all about?”

“Nothing”, Tommy shrugged.

“Wait. I saw Allen coming out of our room last night. Adam said they were just talking then.”

“Really?”

“Yeah, is there something going on?”

Tommy just shrugged again.

“Oh my God, Adam is sleeping with him isn’t he?”

“Neal. Let it go.”

“Let it go?” He yelled. “Adam could totally fuck this tour up.”

Tommy grabbed his shoulder. “Sit, down. I’ll tell you everything.”

~~~~

Adam climbed onto Kris’s bus and had to pass Cale. “What are you doing?”

“Um, Kris invited me.”

Cale just pointed to the back of the bus. “He’s behind the night lounge.”

Adam ignored the glare from Cale and kept walking towards Kris who was in the kitchen.

“Adam”, he said greeting him.

“Hey Kris. Are you sure this is a good idea? Cale doesn’t seem too happy that I’m here.”

“Don’t worry about him.”

“Whatever.”

~~~~

Adam and Kris ended up talking the entire way at the kitchen table. He told Adam all about his idol experience and the tour. Meeting Mark and how he’d always call him babe when they were in bed together. “It wasn’t an endearing term; he just didn’t want to call me the wrong name.”

“Oh, so that’s why you correct me when…”

“Yeah”, Kris lowered his head.

“Hey Kris”, Adam lifted his chin so he could look him in the eye. “I’ve never cheated on anyone.” And Kris believed him.

Adam told Kris about the band, how they met and got started. He also told him about his last boyfriend, who’d done a number on him as well.

Once they started performing at local clubs, and Adam started getting so much attention, he did go through a period of hooking up. “But I’m not a slut, Kris.”

“No, you were just looking for Mr. Right?”

“Exactly.”

They sat closer and closer as the day wore on into evening. They were holding hands as they drove into Washington State. Then the bus stopped, announcing their arrival at the hotel.

“I have an idea”, Adam said.

“What?”

“Let’s go out tonight.”

“To a club?” Kris really just wanted to relax in his room.

“No, dinner. Just you and me. Call it a date if you want.”

“You want to date me?”

“Yeah, I do.”

Kris smiled. I can do this.

~~~~

They checked into their rooms. Kris told everyone they had reservations in the hotel restaurant and to order whatever they liked. He had plans.

“What plans, Kris?” Cale eyed him suspiciously.

Adam walked up to the two of them and announced, “We have a date, Cale. Do you have a problem with that?”

“Uh, no, I guess not.” Cale wasn’t ready for the confrontation.

“Good”, he smiled, reaching his hand out to Cale. “You don’t need to hate me.”

“I just worry about him”, he pointed to Kris.

“I know. It’s just a date, ok?”

They walked off leaving the troupe to themselves, feeling the stares on their backs.

“That felt good”, Kris said, putting his arm around Adam as they walked outside and waited for their car. “You handled him perfectly.”

“I’ll take care of you, Kris. I promise.”

~~~~

Dinner was nice. There was a restaurant a couple of minutes away. Kris’s security waited in the car for them.

“So, I’ve wanted to ask you this one question”, Kris said, mischievously.

“What’s that?”

“How did you get the name ‘Back Door’? It sounds kind of…”

“Gay?” Adam laughed. “Yeah, but it’s really a not so funny story.”

“Do tell.”

“We all met in high school. Tommy and Isaac were in jazz band and I was the drama/chorus geek. I also didn’t look like this.” He pointed to his hair.

“What do you mean?”

“I was fat and had strawberry blonde hair.”

Kris almost choked on his glass of wine. But then he remembered seeing Adam naked and it all connected. The rug didn’t match the drapes. “Oh, I didn’t connect that before.”

“I wasn’t exactly the most popular kid, but I could really sing. Anyway, Tommy, Isaac and I got to be really good friends, and wanted to start a band. There was this girl who was sort of goth and also played keys…”

Kris raised his eyebrows. “Cam?”

“Yeah, Cam…”

He continued, “She had a really great basement and we thought we could practice there, but her parents didn’t like the whole rock thing or having boys in the house, so she’d sneak us in and out of the back door whenever they were home… She called us her Back Door Boys.”

“That’s it?”

“That’s it! We met Ashley the next year, and really hit it off. By then we’d found another place to practice, but the name stuck, so…”

“That’s a really uninteresting story”, Kris giggled.

“Told ya.”

“This has been really nice, Adam. I’m glad we did this.”

“Me too, Kris.”

~~~~

They were driven back to the hotel and Kris walked Adam to his room. Neal was already in bed, but jumped up when he heard the door click.

“What are your intentions with my brother?” He asked, accusingly.

“Neal”, Adam reprimanded.

“It’s ok, Adam. It’s a fair question. We’re dating, Neal. For now, that’s all.”

He eyed them both suspiciously. “Dating?”

“Say goodnight, Neal”, Adam pushed him away, so he could kiss Kris good night. “I had a really nice time, Kris.”

“So did I.”

Adam kissed him gently as he swept his lips across Kris’s. “See you in the morning.”

Kris went to his own room, his fingers touching his lips where Adam kissed him just moments before. He got ready for bed and lay down, reaching for his phone. ‘Are you asleep yet?’

Adam was in the bathroom brushing his teeth when his phone buzzed. He smiled. ‘No. Miss me already?’

A few seconds later: ‘Yeah. Come up to my room?’

“Neal”, Adam said quietly. “Are you asleep?”

“Go ahead, Adam. I know you want to”, he huffed. He could hear the buzzing from the bathroom.

“Thanks for not judging me, bro”, he smiled and typed into his phone: ‘I’m on my way.’

“Don’t get us kicked off the tour”, he yelled as Adam left the room.

~~~~

The next morning Adam and Kris came down to the lobby together and everyone in the group clapped and cheered. Kris turned bright crimson and Adam just smirked. “Isn’t this fun? Dating publicly?”

“No, we should go back to sneaking around”, Kris said. Adam shot him a look of horror. “I’m kidding, Adam”. And then he kissed him in front of everyone. “Breakfast, everyone?”

They had a four city stint and would be sleeping on the bus for the next few days. Adam decided to stay with his band on those days, but hotel nights, he and Kris would go on a date and then usually end up in Kris’s room for the night. Before the second month was over, they’d adjusted the room assignments. Adam had officially moved in with Kris on those nights, Neal now roomed with Isaac, leaving Tommy and Ashley together and that left Cam with her own room; which suited for her just fine.

The tour was going well; Adam and ‘Back Door’ were gaining popularity and their own growing fan base. Kris tried not to be jealous when cute boys threw themselves at Adam, who had to constantly remind Kris that he wasn’t interested in them; just him.

Kris was learning about himself, too. What kind of boyfriend he was. He’d grown so attached to Adam. He sometimes wondered if it was going too fast. Adam was great, though. Then his mind would wander to the end of the US tour. Then what?

“What are you thinking so loudly about, babe?”

“It’s Kris”, he had to stop himself from saying that. But old wounds...

“Kris, baby.” Adam would practically sing. “What are you worried about?”

“Nothing. I just…”

“What?”

“I’m really enjoying this time with you.”

~~~~

They were two thirds the way through the tour. Every show was sold out now. It was a total success, partly due to ‘Back Door’. Kris was thinking ahead. He had a meeting with management and the record company on conference call at their next hotel stay. They hadn’t booked any opening act for their overseas tour yet, and Kris wanted ‘Back Door’ to stay with them.

The record company was well aware of the relationship between Kris and Adam Lambert. “Kris, don’t make big decisions like this based on your personal life.”

“I’m not. Well, even if I am; this just makes sense. They’ve gotten a really great response so far and we all tour so well together. I’d like to make this happen”, he stood firm.

The next week, Kris’s management team invited Neal, ‘Back Door’s’ manager to lunch to discuss things. He said he’d have to get the band’s approval, but thought it was an awesome opportunity. It would mean a lot of money and exposure for the band.

Everyone was on board and really pumped up. “So, I guess sleeping with Kris Allen wasn’t such a bad idea after all”, Isaac teased.

“What?” Adam was horrified. “Is that what you all think?”

“Chill, Adam. I was only teasing.”

But Adam realized that if his own band thought that, what did Kris’s band think? What did Kris think?

He decided to find out.

~~~~

The busses pulled into the next city in the early afternoon. They had to go directly to sound check at the venue. Fortunately, that night was a hotel night and they had the next two days off.

The concert went well, but Adam felt a little off. Afterwards, Kris asked him what was wrong.

“I’m not sure that extending this tour is such a good thing, Kris.”

“Why not?” Immediately, Kris thought that Adam was having second thoughts about him. “Are you tired of me already?”

“God no, Kris. Why would you think that? Wait, is that why you asked us, just because of you and me?” Adam didn’t want that to be the reason.

“No, of course not.”

“My band thinks so.”

“What do you think, Adam?”

“I don’t know right now.”

~~~~

They both spent the next day moping around. Cale decided to confront Adam.

“What are doing, man?”

“What do you mean, Cale?”

“I mean, Kris is a mess. You two have a fight or something? I told you not to hurt him.”

“How do you know that I’m not the one who’s hurting?”

“What happened, Adam? Maybe I can help?”

“Do you think that I played you guys in some way, just so we’d get extended on the tour?” Adam asked seriously.

Cale started to laugh, “Why would you think that?”

“One of my band mates said something like that.”

“You started something with Kris before you even knew who he was. And even though I was against it at first, you two seem to be good together, when you’re not acting like idiots.” He smiled. “No one thinks that, Adam.”

Adam nodded. “Thanks, Cale.”

“Don’t mention it.”

Adam went to find Kris and apologize for being a moron.

He found him in their room sitting in the bed, playing his guitar.

“Hi Kris”, Adam sat down next to him.

Kris put his guitar down and took Adam’s hands. “I would never have suggested you guys continue the tour if wasn’t the best thing for both of us.” He said sadly.

“I know that. I’m sorry.”

“So why would you think that?”

“When Neal told us about the new contract, one of the guys said sleeping with you turned out to be a good idea; like I’d planned it or something. I’d never do that.”

“I know that, Adam. And so does everyone else.”

He nodded, hoping that Kris was right.

Adam was falling for Kris and it scared him a little; but, he was the happiest he’d ever been. Adam knew that he could spend a lifetime with this man. He just hoped that when the tour was finally over, that Kris would agree. And by then, it wouldn’t matter what anyone else thought.

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