Ric Versus the Bay!

[emmasi]

Later that night as Lucas slept Ric crept into the bathroom. Splashing water onto his face he let his mind wander to all that had happened that day. How things were finally catching up with him. How he had really enjoyed the football with the three hot half naked Holden’s despite them being happy. He jumped as he felt hands wrap around his chest.

“Looks like now is the time to tell you that secret.” Lucas spoke softly in his ear.

“I guess it is.” Ric turned to face him.

“The thing is, im falling for you. Big time.” Lucas blushed.

“Go on.” Ric raised his eyebrows.

“What I’m trying (badly) to say. Is that I think I love you Ric.”

Ric paused for a second before replying. “And I love you too.” What made the moment even more magical though, was that for the first time in his life, Ric truly meant it.

Awwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww!!

I've just caugh up on however many chapters I'd missed, lol, and they were all great!

I'm worried that Ric is taking on a bit too much with all his scheming - I think he may have crossed a line by kidnapping Ryan, and I think it might be getting to him.

Yeah, I wasn't a fan of the Jack/Lucas stuff either, but I was more disturbed by Jack/Ric! Lol. Something about that just doesn't sit right. Although if Jack and Lucas WERE to become involved, it might be an interesting - though not at all pleasant - story to explore. These things do sometimes happen

Brilliant stuff, Liam. I for one am very interested in what's to come, particularly if Robbie and Kim (and Scott) are involved

[LIZ83]

hey liam99998204 just wondering if there are gonna be any more chapthers of this fan fic? I used to really enjoy it when I was in work readingit! It brightened up my day! xxx

[Sarah_Lewis]

That was really great cant wait for the next update =p

[liam99998204]

Feel free to call me Liam. I will be updating soon and hopefully it will be paving the way for a sequel as there is not an awful lot left. Moving into my final year at school has left me with lots of work so I am sorry for my severe lack of updates. Although there are some very shocking developments to come up soon, think along the lines of Peter Baker, and maybe you will have some ideas...Sorry again for my slowness...

[Sarah_Lewis]

Ok Liam =p my nephews names liam lol =p anyways your a good writer update soon =p

[ldscott]

Don't worry Liam, school is important so take ur time with the update.

We can wait!

[liam99998204]

Had a spare moment, as always let me know one what you think about the stories development.

Chapter 19: Caught out

Peter Baker sat in his office thinking about his earlier visit to the Holden household. When he had told the guys about their interviews later that day Ric Dalby had looked decidedly shifty. Normally Peter wouldn’t have noticed, but this wasn’t the first time that Ric had been acting peculiar in recent weeks, and it wasn’t the only reason that there was now a file which logged all of Ric’s suspicious behavior on Peter’s desk. Peter sat thinking. There was no way he could prove his suspicions unless he acquired Ric’s confidence. It was against his better judgment but he knew what he had to do, and he only hoped that Ric wasn’t too hooked on Lucas to avoid succumbing to seduction.

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Ric sat nervously in the police interview room twiddling his thumbs. In a few minutes Detective Peter Baker was going to come through those doors and demand some answers. Answers that Ric desperately hoped Lucas was going to back up. Without his support Ric could easily be ruined, and Ric only hoped Lucas remembered all he had told him to.

Behind him the door opened and Ric heard heavy footsteps walking towards him. His heart began to beat faster, anxiety at the prospect of his plans becoming public knowledge making him panic. He tried to stop the sweat pouring off his face, realizing that if he didn’t get his act together it would be his own stupidity that got him caught out. Wiping his face he maintained his stance, and poised himself ready for Peter’s first question.

“There’s no need to be so nervous Ric, this is just an informal chat. Relax, it’s not like you have anything to hide.”

Ric appeared to make himself at ease.

“So, can you tell me where you were the day that Ryan disappeared?”

“Sure. I was round the Holden’s, me and Lucas was bored, and so we decided to hang out. We watched a movie actually.”

Peter studied Ric’s every expression. “Can you tell me the name of the film you watched together?”

“Too fast too furious. Action all the way.”

Peter nodded deep in thought at how to approach his next question.

“You and Lucas, You seem to have become close friends, considering he has only been in town for a while.”

Ric couldn’t help but smile. “He’s great. We just clicked…” He trailed off as he noticed Peter nodding, “We like the same soccer team!”

Peter chuckled, certain that Ric was lying but unable to prove it.

“So.” He leaned closer to Ric, enjoying Ric’s expression as the pair became closer. “You’re sure there’s nothing else you can add, seen anything suspicious lately?”

Ric smiled fairly sure he had pulled it off, but also wondered if it was any use mentioning the fact he had seen Callan around town only a few days earlier. Deciding against it he brought the interview to a close: “Nothing at all.”

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Glad to be out of the police station Ric began to breathe freely again. He hoped Lucas managed to convince Peter just as successfully as he had. For now though Ric had bigger plans to be getting on with. Taking his mobile phone out of his pocket he withheld his number and dialed in one that he had found in the phone book earlier. Putting on a posh accent he began to speak.

“Yes. It is Scott Hunter here. I was wondering if it would be possible to hire a JCB for a week from today. My business code has already been sent over to you, my manager said it would be fine to contact you now. AH there must have been an error then. You see I really need this by next weekend. Oh thank you ever so much. So I can pick it up Saturday at 12. Nope that’s fine. You’ don’t know how much I appreciate this.” He hung up. Plans were slowly coming together, and if things carried on this way he would be most certainly be ready be next weekend.

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Later that evening Ric lay on his bed, thinking about how much had happened in one day. Lucas was coming round to his tonight, and Ric felt sure that he would be thanking him for his collaboration with the police earlier in the day. Ric smiled as Lucas head appeared around the door.

“Sal said I could come straight up. So your back here now until your Granddad is better?” Lucas opened the conversation.

“Yeah! Did you tell the police what we agreed?” Ric looked tense.

“Too fast too furious. Although I don’t understand why really. After all we were together, so it’s not like you had anything to do with Ryan.”

“Yeah but I can’t tell them what we were doing can I? I’m sure Peter would be quick enough to share it with Jack.”

“Good point? So what’s the plan for tonight?” Lucas had a cheeky grin in his eyes.

“Soccer. Like yesterday.” Ric smiled back.

“RIC” A yell was heard from downstairs.

“I’ll leave you to get ready.” He flashed a grin to Lucas as he started down the stairs.

“Detective Baker is outside Ric, he wants a word. I have to go out and won’t be back until late. You and Lucas have fun. See ya.” Sally half ran out the door with a piece of toast in her hand.

“Bye.” Ric yelled.

He walked outside. Peter was sitting on a chair perfectly wearing a black t shirt which was perfect for his body shape. Tight in all the right places his body was an attraction within itself. His hair also looked amazing. A perfectly spiked style, and blonder than Ric had noticed until this moment.

“Mr. Dalby, so sorry to intrude. I just need to ask you another question. I might have forgotten to record the name of the film that you and Mr. Holden were watching. What was it again?”

“Too fast too furious. I would offer you a drink detective, but it’s late, and im tired. Perhaps you should get going?” His plan was to get Peter out of there quickly before he became any more attracted to him. Peter didn’t reply but instead walked towards Ric his hand outstretched. Ric shook it, eager for the encounter to be over, but Peter wasn’t letting go.

“Are you sure you want me to though Ric? Are you really sure?” Time stood still as Ric contemplated the possibility in his mind.

“Good night Detective.”

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The next morning Ric awoke next to Lucas. All night his thoughts had been firmly rested on Peter Baker, and nothing else. Deciding he needed to solve this Ric decided to go for a workout. Slipping out of bed quietly he pulled on some shorts and a top, and walked to the gym.

When he got inside he was shocked to see Peter on the rowing machine. He couldn’t walk back out of it would be more than obvious that Peter had got to him the previous night, so instead began to run on the treadmill. He couldn’t resist glancing behind him however, as Peter worked up a sweat. For many minutes in fact he was oblivious to all of his surroundings except Peter, and he had also noticed Peter throwing a few looks his way too. All of a sudden however Kim brought him out of his daydream.

“Ric there’s been an emergency. Can you do me a favor? RIC?” Ric stopped running momentarily dazzled by being spoken to and as a result ended up sprawled flat on his face at Kim’s feet. A very attractive look. Kim couldn’t help but laugh.

“I have to go; I’m leaving you the keys. Will you lock up when you and Peter are done?”

“Sure.” Ric sighed, more at his bruised ego than Kim’s departure. He made his way over to the weight machine, determined to ignore Peter for as long as possible.

“Ric you want me to spot you?” Ric closed his eyes.

“Sure.”

Trying to concentrate Ric began to lift the weight up and down rapidly, determined not too look at Peter. Not to look at that body. But he couldn’t help himself. Every so often he would glance sideways. The sight of Peters six pack arousing him. Ric stopped, put the weight down and sat up.

“Are you ready to go? I think I should lock up.” He avoided eye contact with Peter.

Peter smiled, and reached his fingers out to touch Rics face, causing for Ric to look into his green eyes, his heart melting as he did so. “Are you any good at keeping secrets Ric?”

Ric nodded spellbound. “Then let this be ours.”

Smoothly Peter leaned in and lightly brushed his lips across Rics. Ric didn’t respond at first, allowing Peter to take him in with his passion, allowing Peter’s tongue to tease him. Then as the kiss deepened Ric began to reciprocate, and Peter knew for sure, that it was their little secret, and that Ric was finally caught in his trap…

[Oxidizer]

This fic is awesome Liam! Can't wait for the next part!

[emmasi]

The next morning Ric awoke next to Lucas.

That's such a beautiful image. I know it's nothing special but... *visualising*.. ah

I also liked that Scott has a "posh" voice, apparently. Hehehe.

Is this the first I'm hearing about Callan?? I can't remember.. but if it is - !!

[aejdude]

Great chapter Liam. Can't wait for more.