Awww Bill was so happy for him... I wish he could really have is own life! I hate David more and more with every chapter! lol

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Amazing job with this. I really enjoyed reading it and the message it sends.

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I'm so glad I read this story! I wasn't sure at first because the thought of Bill being physically hurt really bothered me. But I love all your other stuff so I thought I'd give it a shot. What a wonderful and inspirational fic

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wow, that was really great.

I liked the plot, it was well written out and I thought that Georg was fantastic, really really funny.
Good job with this.

At Bill’s apartment the brunet made a beeline for the bedroom closet, digging through piles of clothes until he emerged with a small lockbox. Tom eyed it curiously. Bill had refused to divulge his plan on the drive over, and Tom had to wonder what the small box contained. – yeah huh…does Bill live separately from Jost? Cause that would be super smart!

Bill, holding up a camera to take a picture of himself, clearly in this very bedroom. The only thing that changed from picture to picture was the injuries depicted in each one. Black eyes, split lips, bruises surrounding throats, wrists, and thighs. There were probably a dozen photos. Tom wanted to look away, but couldn’t stop looking until the tears in his eyes clouded his vision. – that doesn’t prove anything!!!!! They are just pictures of you hurt it doesn’t prove who did it or that it wasn’t mutual!

“Do you want to go to the police?” Tom asked, voice heavy with unshed tears.
“No!” Bill’s eyes snapped back to his, alarmed. “God no. That would be a nightmare.” – yeah and it’s wouldn’t get you any where!

“You want to…blackmail him?” Tom said uncertainly.
“No. I just want to remind him that he’s not the only one who can ruin careers.” – I’m not sure that pictures of a battered boyfriend would be enough to ruin a carrier.

They met at the label, as if they were conducting normal business, rather than glorified blackmail. – good place safer then some anonymous place.

“We also want the full rights of all the new material Tom has recorded since signing with Jost Records.” Bill continued, as if the other man hadn’t spoken. – lol love that!

Jost snorted. “Sure. Let me guess, you want a pony too?” - *cracks up*

Additionally, I have a list of half a dozen witnesses willing to testify that they saw you inflict those injuries on me.” – oh well that’s better! But still.

Jost sat back down, looking at Bill with interest despite his anger. “You have a lot more spine than I thought, Bill.”
“You never bothered to get to know me that well, David.” – nice

“I should have known.” Jost glared at Tom, but reached for a pen. “Fine, Kaulitz. Take your music. You’ll never get anywhere without me, anyway. Neither of you will.” He scrawled his name across the contract, and flung it back at Bill. – I’m surprised and a little disappointed at how easy this was…I think it needed a little more fight in it.

“I can’t believe he’s letting me have those tracks.” Tom shook his head in amazement as they walk away from the building, hand in hand. “With those songs I’ll be able to find a new label, easy.” – true…Bill is good at this he’s such a little tiger I think he should start his own label!

He had been too busy getting to know Bill, in every way possible - lol

“There’s one other thing. Bill and I are together now.” He said in a rush – ha ha

“Together as in…fucking?” Georg asked, furrowing his brow. – nice Georg lol

“So, how is it? Screwing a guy?” Georg asked, sitting forward eagerly. – lol what a horn ball!

Tom had heard the message of escape and longing for love in Bill’s song, and had written lyrics to answer it; lyrics that promised to take him away and keep him safe, to never leave him. – sacred?

His music had not been the type to boast of shootings and crime, but it had definitely centered on partying and hot women. Never before had he put something so personal into a song. – *grins* well you’ll get a new audience and your old audicene can ignore what they don’t want to hear.

Except this time he wasn’t worried about what label heads or radio stations would think of his music; he was worried about the opinion of the beautiful boy at his side. No one else mattered. This song was for Bill alone. – awh!!!! So cute! Fluffy!

Tom watched Bill, adorable with the oversized headphones perched on his head, as he listened to Tom run through his lyrics the first time. He wished he had filmed Bill’s reaction, so he could watch it a hundred times a day. His eyes widened, and he clapped a hand to his mouth, tears threatening to run down his cheeks as Tom sang his feelings to him. Never before had someone looked at Tom with such affection. – awh!

“Well, that’s how I, um…you know. How I feel.” Tom stammered, never very good at expressing himself outside of music. - *snickers*

“Um, guys?” Georg’s hesitant voice crackled into the small room. “Could you maybe do that…not here? Like, later?” – lol!!!

Bill frowned, thinking it over. It was certainly an unconventional approach, but Tom did have a point. Bill’s contacts in the business gave them an advantage that most struggling artists did not have. – very true!

Author's Response: Thank you for all your very thorough reviews! I'm sorry you thought the problem with David was resolved too quickly...I was trying to keep this story pretty short and concise, so I didn't want to drag things out. But I can definitely see your point, things do work out pretty tidily for Bill and Tom. I guess I'm just a big softie!

Jost was nothing short of charming, and obviously excited about Tom’s future. – well he is investing quite a bit of money in you.

Jost was clearly a good guy, and even if he was a bit possessive, Tom was sure he wasn’t going to start smacking his boyfriend around. He felt silly for even having worried. – lol don’t worry in stories like this when ever the author says that the characters always regret it cause then it happens. lol

Tom was very proud of the song, but he suddenly found himself nervous as his voice joined the beat. – awh so cute…but Bill is a fan and to perform for just ONE fan would be a bit intense.

“Don’t be modest, Tom. That is an awesome song. It’s totally going to dominate at clubs. I can’t wait to dance to it!” - *grins* so sweet!

“I can’t wait to see you dance to it.” He said, without thinking. – ha ha ha so pathetic!

“Hey, why don’t you come in here with me?” He suggested suddenly, trying to change the subject. – um yeah that’s not going to give Bill the wrong idea at all!

Bill looked away, biting his lip. “I’m not that good, really.”
“I’ll be the judge of that. Now get in here.” Tom demanded, laughing. He suddenly really wanted to hear Bill sing. - *squidges up nose* so cute!

He had been wondering whether Jost’s reluctance to help Bill’s career was because Bill was his boyfriend, or because Bill didn’t really have any talent. Now it looked like he’d get to find out. - *shifty eyes* no Tom your logic isn’t selfserving or convoluted at all?! I would never say that!

Tom’s jaw dropped as Bill’s rich voice swelled, filling the room. – clearly not because he has no talent.

“Sing on my album.” Tom interrupted. – way to incur Jost’s wrath!

“I want you to sing on my album.” Tom said firmly. Suddenly he couldn’t live without that voice being featured on his CD. - *grins* and maybe something else…*shifty eyes*

Before Tom had a chance to answer, a gruff voice rang out down the hall. – um if they are in the studio they wouldn’t be able to hear anyone outside of the studio.

“I’m sure you were excited.” Jost hissed the final word, bringing his face close to Bill’s. “Do you think I haven’t noticed the way you look at him? Do you think I don’t know how much you’d like to get on your knees for your favorite rapper?” The man taunted. Bill’s eyes widened and he shook his head frantically. – lol that would be awesome!

Jost looked up at him and sneered. “Gay or straight, who wouldn’t want this pretty little mouth wrapped around their dick?” He snarled, gripping Bill’s face tightly. – wow! Harsh *giggles*

“Well, I was actually asking Bill if he wanted to sing on one of my tracks.” Tom began, hoping to distract the man with business. “You know, add a slower number to, like, the end of the album.” – ooohh that’s not exactly going to make Jost jump for joy.

“Please, can’t we just go home?” Bill begged, shooting a nervous glance at Tom. “You can remind me there!” - *gapes and grins* no really? No? *giggles*

“What? You don’t want your new boyfriend to see how utterly worthless you really are?” Jost taunted. “Too bad. He should see what happens when he plays with other people’s toys.” – nice angry controlling dialogue!

“No!” Tom shouted, feeling like he was seven all over again. – awh!

“Please, Tom.” Bill said lowly. “Please just go. I’m fine.” – I see we honestly think we are worthless.

“Tom, just go.” Bill gasped around Jost’s tight grip. “I know what I’m doing.”
Tom had heard his mother say similar things countless times; assuring her son that she could handle the situation. At the age of seven he had been forced to accept her words. But now he was an adult, and there was finally something he could do.
“No, Bill, I don’t think you do.” Tom said gruffly. He held out a hand to the boy. “Don’t stay here. Come with me.” – wow way to ruin your carrier I love it!

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Tom had been burned in this business before, and he knew nothing was official until you signed on the dotted line. – very true!

“But what if things fall through with Jost?”
“Well, then you’re shit out of luck.” – yup!

But if you don’t sit down right now, I’m going to kill you before Jost has a chance to sign you.” She growled at him, and Tom immediately dropped into a chair. His agent was terrifying, when she wanted to be. It was one of her best traits. - lol

Katrina did an excellent job of making Tom feel like a little boy in trouble with his mother. - lol

“Hey, Tom.” The boy smiled.
“Bill! What are you doing here?”
“Somehow I just knew you’d be waiting here for the contract, so I thought I’d bring it by myself.” – so sweet.

“I’ll wait, too, if that’s okay. I want to take Tom out to celebrate, once everything is signed.” He shot a nervous glance at the boy beside him. – better timing that way Jost won’t know as much.

“If you want to. I mean, I understand if you don’t…” Bill bit his lip, looking suddenly very young and unsure of himself. – awh

“No! I definitely want to!” Tom reassured him. “I want to thank you properly for everything you’ve done for me.” – lol that sounds kind of naughty.

Bill watched Tom sign and clapped happily when he was done. “Congratulations, Tom! I know you’ll love it at Jost. David takes good care of his people.” – too bad you aren’t one of his people.

“Umm…” Tom trailed off, realizing he had no idea what to talk about with the boy in front of him. – ha ha poor silly Tomi

“So, how did you two end up…together?”
“Oh, well…” Bill bit his lip. – that sorted huh?!

“No, it’s okay. It’s just kind of…embarrassing. David decided he liked me, and demanded my boyfriend, Michael, break up with me. And he did.” - lol

“I know. I was kind of shocked. I thought I had something good with Michael. But he said he couldn’t let a relationship get in the way of his career.” – um wow

“I know. Even worse, he ‘gave’ me to David. Seriously, that’s how he put it. He invited me to this party, and then in front of everyone, ‘gave’ me to David, like I was some object that could be passed around.” – whoa!

I don’t really know what happened. He treated me like his boyfriend, everyone thought I was his boyfriend, so eventually it just seemed easier to be his boyfriend. That sounds horrible, doesn’t it?” Bill looked up at Tom nervously. – lol yeah kind of.

“Does he make you happy?” Bill looked up at Tom sharply. “I mean, the way he treats you…what happened the other night…” – whoa that’s a little forward.

“Where the fuck are you?”
Bill blanched and Tom dropped his eyes. Even he could hear Jost screaming over the phone. - eeeee

“I’m taking lunch. Why?” Tom was impressed by how even and cheerful Bill could keep his voice. – well he has to play Jost doesn’t he.

Tom was fascinated. It was like Bill became a completely different person when he spoke to Jost. – yeah huh

“I guess I’ll see you around.” Bill stood to go. He hesitated for a moment, and then leaned down to press a lingering kiss to Tom’s cheek. “Congratulations again, Tom.” He murmured in his ear, before turning and hurrying out of the restaurant. – hum very…subtle plea for help…hum?!

Tom sat at home that night, knowing he should be out celebrating, but unable to muster the energy. He felt like he had been on an emotional rollercoaster the last few days, and he was exhausted. - awh

And Tom had an image to maintain as a hardcore rapper. His public persona was not the type of guy who would sit at home, worrying about whether his boss was beating up his twink or not. – lol yeah like Tom would ever be a “hardcore rapper” I don’t think anyone would buy that one.

Before his father had run off when he was seven, he had become violent with Tom’s mother. Tom could remember, all too vividly, the sound of his father’s fist connecting with his mother’s face. He could remember her sobbing in the bathroom, trying not to worry her little boy. – kids often know these things or see parts and get confused by them.

He didn’t know for a fact that Jost was hitting Bill, but the look in the man’s eyes had reminded him strongly of his father. And that was enough to leave him deeply troubled. – dun-dun-dunnnnnn!

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Surprised, but giddy. – lol the idea of Tom being giddy is awesome!

He had the potential to be the biggest name in German rap – I love the idea of Tom actually being a rapper rather then just looking like one!

Getting signed by David Jost would change all that. One glance at the music charts and you could see why. Jost’s name was all over them. And now Jost was expressing interest. – nice!

“You’ll be fine, man,” Tom turned to face his best friend, Georg, who gave him an encouraging smile.
“Yeah, Jost would be lucky to have you,” their other friend, Gustav, chimed in. – awh he brought a posse with him so cute.

floozys – lol you said floozy

They couldn’t be more than sixteen, but the men at their table were clearly over forty. Sometimes the industry disgusted him, just a little. – OMG a rapper with morals love it!

“Oh my gosh!” Tom raised an eyebrow as the boy turned to him excitedly. “Tom Kaulitz! I’m a big fan.” – so cute!

The boy laughed, guessing what Tom was thinking. “Sure, I like all kinds of music. So, how do you like the party so far?” – well at least he can see him as others might.

“Yeah, it won’t really get going until 2, anyway.” The boy laughed. “I’m Bill, by the way.” – you never know who you’re talking to at an industry party!

“I bet. I hear you’re looking for new management?”
Tom spluttered on his drink. “What do you know about that?” - *giggles*

Bill laughed at the three sets of wide eyes that turned towards him. “Rule number one of schmoozing, Kaulitz. Always know who you’re talking to.” – yeah huh!

“Oh, I’m nobody. But that doesn’t mean I don’t know somebodies. And like I said, I’m a fan. I think David would be stupid not to snap you up while you’re on the market. So, do you want to meet him?” - lol

Tom quickly realized Bill wasn’t lying. They came to the first VIP section, and Bill just flashed a smile at the bouncer and was instantly let through. Bill pulled him further and further into the bowels of the club, past multiple velvet ropes and imposing bouncers. Each one let Bill through without question. – nice very nice!

“Dancing. You told me to dance, remember?”
Jost narrowed his eyes. “I meant dance where I can see you.” – lol wow lol

“Next time you should be more specific, then.” He said saucily.
Jost’s grip slid to Bill’s throat, tightening around the boy’s long neck. He nuzzled into the side of Bill’s face, laughing menacingly. “You’re such a fucking brat.” He murmured into the dark hair. – I hate people who call the person they “love” names!

Tom had no idea what to say. He had heard some murmurings about Jost, and his temper, but he hadn’t expected to see it up close. – well there you go.

“Kaulitz?” Jost frowned. “That rapper you’re always talking about?” – lol Bill’s been talking.

Bill grinned and bounced slightly on the man’s lap. “I’m so glad you decided to invite him, so that I could meet him!”
“I did?” Jost furrowed his brow. It was obvious to Tom that Jost hadn’t had anything to do with his invitation. - *giggles*

Jost still looked slightly confused, but he obviously wasn’t going to argue with Bill’s assessment of things.
“I do, don’t I, babe?” – lol Bill knows how to work him.

“You know what Tom was just telling me?” Bill turned to Jost, continuing to use that excited, sickly sweet voice that was so different from the way the boy had talked to Tom at the bar. “How terrible he thinks Sony is. I know you hate them, too…” Bill trailed off, smiling brilliantly at Jost. The man immediately took the bait. – lol yes he does know how to work him lol

By the end of the night, Tom couldn’t believe his luck. Jost had taken his last CD to listen to, and had scheduled a meeting for the next day, to ‘talk about Tom’s career.’ - *gasp*

And he owed it all to Bill. – yeah huh!

Tom felt like squealing in delight, but reined it in. “It’s not a done deal, yet.” He reminded his friend. - lol

“Speaking of Bill.” Gustav said hesitantly. Tom glanced at his blonde friend, who had been strangely quiet the whole night. “What the hell was that?” Gustav held up his hand, squeezing around an imaginary throat. Tom blanched, but shrugged. – yeah what was that?!

Truth be told, the way Jost interacted with Bill had troubled Tom as well. But the black-haired boy had acted as if it was totally normal. Who was he to judge? – well it might be an S&M relationship but it’s important to ask Bill when you can.

awesome start!!!!

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I just read this cute little story in one sitting. I loved it! I thought about reading it when I first saw it being posted, but I never got around to it. Then, I saw it on someone's favorite's list and I just had to read it. I'm so glad I did. It was a great read, totally worth my time. Great job, hon! :D

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ahw, that was sooo sweet!! i loved it x

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