Justin is living in NYC with his boyfriend, Connor James, who is an actor. He comes home from a trip to Pittsburgh to find a 'Dear John' letter from Connor who's gone to LA for a movie part. The next morning Justin wakes to find Brian Kinney pounding on his door, apparently thinking he's sublet the apartment. Brian is just starting a new job in NYC. Justin has nowhere to go either. It seems like the best solution is to just share the apartment, at least for a while. It pretty quickly becomes apparent though that these two men aren't exactly compatible roomies. But there's a definite attraction between them too. How are these two very different men going to handle cohabiting in a small apartment? A QAF Fanfic Novella very loosely based on the classic movie, The Odd Couple.
***All Hail Marny, The Banner Goddess, for my wonderful Banner!***
Rated: M
Categories: QAF US Characters: Brian Kinney, Daphne Chanders, Justin Taylor
Tags: 100k+ Word Count, Out of Character
Genres: Alternate Universe, Drama, Humor, Romance
Pairings: Brian/Justin
Challenges: None
Series: None
Chapters: 41 Completed: Yes
Word count: 165183 Read: 118984
ePub Downloads: 52 Published: May 05, 2016 Updated: May 05, 2016
All publicly recognizable characters, settings, etc. are the property of their respective owners. The original characters and plot are the property of the author. No money is being made from this work. No copyright infringement is intended. AKA - they're not mine. I wish they were mine. I'd promise to play with them nicely and feel - I mean, feed - and water them, but Showtime and Cowlip won't let me have them. Boo Hoo!
1. Chapter 1 - Dear Justin. by Tagsit [Reviews - 3] (2638 words)
Justin comes home from a trip to visit his mother in Pittsburgh and finds a disturbing note from his boyfriend. Enjoy! TAG
2. Chapter 2 - The New Tenant. by Tagsit [Reviews - 3] (3571 words)
Brian arrives in the story! Unfortunately, he's not a big cat lover . . . You'll see. Hope you enjoy! TAG
3. Chapter 3 - Welcome to the City! by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (2982 words)
****Warnings - This is where it gets very NC-17. Please stop reading now if you're not comfortable with that. Also, Brian/Other warning - Sorry, but he and Justin aren't together yet, so what can I say? TAG ****
4. Chapter 4 - Bonding. by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (4072 words)
Justin and Winston are trying to get used to their new roommate. It's not an easy task. Hope you enjoy! TAG.
5. Chapter 5 - Neat, Tidy and Rather Promiscuous. by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (3442 words)
This is why it's difficult to live with Brian Kinney . . . Enjoy! TAG.
***** Warning - More Brian/Other stuff. There's probably going to be a lot of that until Justin trains him up right. Sorry but you'll just have to deal. *****
6. Chapter 6 - Getting to Know You by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (3148 words)
Brian and Justin are learning about each other and exactly where their boundaries lie a little bit each day. It might not be easy going for the boys, though. It hardly ever is. Enjoy! TAG
7. Chapter 7 - Slob and Snob. by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (4051 words)
8. Chapter 8 - Snapshots. by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (4455 words)
9. Chapter 9 - Lustful Longings. by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (3972 words)
10. Chapter 10 - Reactions. by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (3755 words)
11. Chapter 11 - In Need of ‘Someshine’. by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (5063 words)
12. Chapter 12 - The Non-Date. by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (3478 words)
13. Chapter 13 - Interruptions. by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (4620 words)
**** Chapter dedicated to my amazing online reader/editorial assistant - Shari McD. She has been online with me almost daily, helping catch typos, filling in blanks with the perfect word choices, and offering up her wonderful story ideas. This story would be completely different without her input. Give it up for Shari!**** TAG
14. Chapter 14 - Finally! by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (3836 words)
Finally the boys get together in this chapter. You wanted porny so here you go. Enjoy! TAG
15. Chapter 15 - Missing! by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (4480 words)
16. Chapter 16 - BAK Comes Back. by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (5162 words)
17. Chapter 17 - Gus in Toyland. by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (4706 words)
Welcome back to the oddest story on the net. This installment brings you more fun with cats, fun with kids and fun with Brian and Justin. Hope you enjoy! TAG
18. Chapter 18 - Christmas in New York. by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (4516 words)
****Warning - Sentimental, happy chapter with cats and kids and fun family adventures. Basically no angst at all. Sorry, if this scares you. Please read anyway - you might like it (Hehehe) **** TAG
19. Chapter 19 - Trimming Trees. by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (3456 words)
Be prepared for lots of cutsey moments with Brian, Justin and Gus decorating a tree. Hope you don't all die of terminal adorableness! I promise to move on and get you some good old-fashioned angst soon! Enjoy! TAG
20. Chapter 20 - Christmas Magic. by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (4015 words)
21. Chapter 21 - Return of The Munchers. by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (5170 words)
Just to get you all in the Christmas mood (Even if it's not Christmas when you read this. LOL) . . . Enjoy! TAG
22. Chapter 22 - Best Christmas Ever! by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (5074 words)
Hello all! Get ready for the most sappy, sweet, romantic and gooey chapter I've ever written. It's so sweet you may get cavities just from reading! But, I swear that there is actual plot coming up in this story very soon, so if you can get through this one saccharine sweet chapter, you should be okay. Enjoy! TAG
23. Chapter 23 - Christmas Lights. by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (3787 words)
A little Christmasy Smut? Enjoy! TAG
24. Chapter 24 - Unguarded. by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (2862 words)
25. Chapter 25 - Home Sweet Home. by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (5735 words)
Brian takes Justin home to Pittsburgh. Just wait until you see the reactions he gets from his friends and family! Enjoy! TAG
26. Chapter 26 - Disbelief. by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (4360 words)
Michael does not react well to Brian's big surprise. What has happened to Brian Kinney to make him act so Out of Character? Michael doesn't for a minute believe that it could really be that Brian has found a boyfriend. Chaos ensues. Enjoy! TAG
27. Chapter 27 - Bonfire Heart. by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (2721 words)
Brian doesn't seem to notice or care that his friends weren't ready to see him show up with a boyfriend. He's too wrapped up in Justin to see anything at all, actually. Were you guys thinking this story was overdue for some smut? I was too, so here you go. Enjoy!
*****Chapter dedicated to Katschu99 aka Kathrin - Thanks for your help today. Your fanfic wish is my command! *****
28. Chapter 28 - New Year, New Life? by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (3912 words)
I only managed a little fluff and fun in this chapter. I really do think that this story has an actual plot - I'm sure I'll get to it eventually. For now, enjoy! TAG
29. Chapter 29 - Was It Worth It? by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (4792 words)
This chapter took a bit longer than most to write - I got a bit stuck and couldn't figure out how to finish. But, thanks to a cute painter who spent his morning bent over a paint tray in my hallway, I was inspired to quit trying to write plot and just ogle ass and write smut instead. I'm not sure it's the best way to further my story, but it did break me through my writer's block and I had a pleasant day watching the painting, watching the painter's butt, and writing away. Hope you enjoy! TAG
30. Chapter 30 - Return to New York. by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (3570 words)
31. Chapter 31 - A Comedy of Errors. by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (3393 words)
Connor is back and causing trouble. Do you think the boys are ready to handle this challenge to their newly fledged relationship? Naaaaaaaawwww! Enjoy! TAG.
32. Chapter 32 - Two Prima Donnas. by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (4728 words)
Hello, All. I know I left this story in a bad place. I've worked hard to set the scene for better times ahead. Don't give me too much of a hard time, it'll be so much better in the long run if the boys work through these things now. Trust me!
******* Chapter dedicated to my loyal reader and part-time thesaurus, Jane, who's stuck with me online and regularly helps me with those hard to find adjectives! ******
33. Chapter 33 - Let Loose the Pussycat of War! by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (3530 words)
Justin and Brian aren't yet ready to make nice after the big blow up when Brian found Justin with Connor. Things are bound to get worse before they get better, I'm afraid. Winston is not amused! Enjoy! TAG
*** Warning - brief Brian/Other interactions ***
34. Chapter 34 - Rethink The Pink Twink. by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (2705 words)
"Life literally abounds in comedy if you just look around you." Mel Brooks
Here's hoping this chapter has more humor than angst in it! TAG
35. Chapter 35 - Brian Kinney, Romantic Fool! by Tagsit [Reviews - 2] 
(3884 words)
***** Warning: Pure, unadulterated, silly, ridiculously romantic, sentimental drivel (a.k.a goofy fun chapter ahead) *****
Special Thanks to Jazzepoet, who supplied the naughty naked and totally inspirational pics, and to Samcdee, who helped me write the dirty limericks. Yes, we were giggling like deranged school-girls while we were writing this, but it WAS good, clean (well, somewhat) fun! Enjoy! (I did while writing it!) TAG
36. Chapter 36 - The Romantic Drivel Continues. by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (3510 words)
37. Chapter 37 - Reconciliation, Failed. by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (4013 words)
Brian's still trying to prove to Justin that the younger man should take him back. What will it take to finally convince his Sunshine? Read on and you may find out! Enjoy! TAG
38. Chapter 38 - Drastic Measures. by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (5416 words)
Brian is determined to get Justin back, no matter WHAT he has to do! Enter Winston, who apparently is on Brian's side this time. Go, Read, Enjoy! TAG
39. Chapter 39 - Brian’s Burden and Winston’s Woes by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (3360 words)
Brian's suffering from the consequences of his brilliant idea to handcuff Justin to himself. Winston's suffering his own mini-kitty problems. But, you never know when adversity will bloom into something wonderful. So, better keep reading! TAG
40. Chapter 40 - Of Handcuffs, Hearts and Homework. by Tagsit [Reviews - 1] (4686 words)
It's Brian's last chance to win back his lover. Can he do it? Will keeping Justin handcuffed to him forever help? And, really, how do New Yorkers feel about Dom/sub lifestyles? Here's your chance to find out. Read on, intrepid friends. TAG
***Warning: Truly amazing amounts of romantic drivel, OOC Brian and even a little BDSM thrown in just to mix things up. It's a crazy chapter, guys. You've been warned!***
41. Chapter 41 - Odd Bedfellows Make for Happy Beds. by Tagsit [Reviews - 5] 
(4557 words)
"O frabjous day! Callooh! Callay!' He chortled in his joy!" It's done. It's done. It's done! Go. Read! Celebrate! ENJOY! TAG