It's 1953, and the golden age of Hollywood musicals. Paul Dunham couldn't be hotter on the dancefloor or the silver screen. Hoping to capitalize on Paul's popularity, the studio pairs him with up-and-comer Jack Wells.<br><br>On the marquee, it's a match made in heaven, but for Paul, it's a personal hell. He hates Jack's newfangled acting style, and he hates Jack's blue eyes, and he especially hates the fact that Jack is one of the most talented dancers he has ever met.<br><br>Jack, however, doesn't hate Paul. In fact, everything Paul does fascinates him. After their first meeting, Jack is determined to win Paul over, and he won't back down until Paul admits the two of them are perfect partners ... in every way.

Sticks and Stones

Paul smiled good-naturedly. “Only when his lips are moving. I’m not interrupting anything, am I?” He shifted his attention to Jack. “If now isn’t a good time, I understand.”


“No, no, now’s fine. Just great. Perfect, actually.” Tossing his shirt over the clothing rail, he began working at his belt. “Give me two ticks to get changed, and we can go out and get a drink if you want.”


“Yeah, a drink would be great.” He stared as Jack unbuttoned his pants, revealing the ridge of his hip. Paul turned away, forcing himself to focus on Adam, even as he heard Jack’s pants hit the floor. “So, Adam, what…is this is your first show?”


Adam laughed. “Nah. I’ve been working in the chorus for almost a decade.”


“That’s…interesting,” Paul said lamely.


Adam laughed again. “No, it’s not. I’ll leave you two alone. Give you both a chance to catch up.”


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