"Alright, Mihael." Alexis said as he pulled out a revealing outfit of black, leather pants and fingerless gloves. He also pulled out a belt made of beads and slipped it into his belt-loops. "I've set up the poles; you can pick any of my outfits or just not put your shirt on." He grabbed a black, leather vest and slipped his arms into the holes, zipping it up only halfway up his chest. "You pick." He smiled. "Once we're sure if you can do this or not, you'll be able to pick and design your own outfit."

"Alright." He nodded and walked over to one of the collapsible poles set up. "…How does this work, exactly?"

Alexis laughed at his clueless expression and then walked over to turn on a CD player, a girl's voice starting to sing along with the instruments that started it, and then he turned to him. "Let's start." He said, walking in time to the song as he strode over to the pole, his hand shooting out and catching the pole easily before his body went up close to it, in an almost sexual embrace.

Lucky you were born that far away so
We could both make fun of distance.

He slid his hand from the pole and reached out to the air, as if reaching for someone, and then he spun off of it and caught himself on the other pole, stroking it seductively before he moved a hand to Mello's cheek.

Lucky that I love a foreign land for
The lucky fact of your existence.

He slid a hand down Mello's body, then left the pole entirely and moved up close to him, his breathing steady as his eyes closed seductively. His hands slid up and entangled with Mello's hair with the line "your existence", his lips only inches from his before he slid down Mello's body, so he was on his knees, his hands sliding down as well.

Baby, I would climb the Andes solely
To count the freckles on your body.

He moved up Mello's body with "climb the Andes" and then his lips met Mello's shoulder, making him let out a soft gasp, as his hands went around Mello's back, his head resting on his collarbone.

Never could imagine there were only
Ten-million ways to love somebody.

He stroked his cheek with his hand and then leaned in, kissing very close to Mello's lips without actually kissing his lips. But, oh, how Mello so guiltily wanted him to!

Le ro lo le lo le,

Le ro lo le lo le.

He stepped away, entwining himself around the poles, his hands sliding up and down the pole in a seductive manner before he looked at Mello and smiled, looking ready to spring off.

Can't you see…
I'm at your feet!

He sprang off and twirled in the air before he landed in a bowing position, one hand on his chest in the position of someone swearing fealty. Oh, hell, he could play the part. Mello watched, wondering how he could EVER be this good, and then he recalled something Near had said a long time ago.

"You're an awesome actor, Mello, you should get into the business!"

True, that was said in anger, but maybe Near had a point. Maybe he SHOULD try, and this was as good a place to start as any, right?

Whenever, wherever
We're meant to be together.

Mello was caught off-guard when Alexis grabbed his wrist and pulled him close in a loving embrace, his lips at his ear, and Mello could hear him softly singing with the girl that was singing. Since when did Alexis sing?!

I'll be there, and you'll be near.
And that's the deal, my dear.

Okay. He really needed to get the brat out of his head. He could NOT be imagining him every damn time he heard the word "near"! Alexis was stroking his cheek and motioning to the poles before he sprang over and spun down the pole with one arm outstretched. Then he looked p at Mello with an adoring expression and stood, his hands out in an inviting way.

Thereover, hereunder,
You'll never have to wonder!

He spun one way, then the next, and then he pulled Mello close, wagging his finger from side to side at "you'll never have to wonder", and then he pulled away as the next part played, pulling him towards the poles and leaning against one of them, Mello standing in front of him as his slid around the pole, his hands never leaving it as he winked at Mello.

We can always play by ear.
But that's the deal, my dear.

Mello watched as he danced to the instrumental part, lowering himself and rising up, clinging to the pole as he did and then he slowly climbed up it before spinning down to the floor, landing gracefully before he spun over to Mello again.

Lucky that my lips not only mumble;
They spill kisses like a fountain.

His hands slipped around Mello's neck and he kissed near his lips again, then moved lower, kissing down Mello's chest. He then moved up and took Mello's hands in his, lacing their fingers together as he kissed his cheek again.

Lucky that my breasts are small and humble,
So you don't confuse them with mountains.

He brought his hands up to rest on his vest-covered chest, letting Mello feel his heartbeat beneath his palm as he closed his eyes. Then he playfully shoved him away and spun away.

Lucky I have strong legs like my mother;
To run for cover when I need it.

He sprang towards the poles and spun around them again, looking as if he was hiding behind the pole from him. Mello smirked and watched, taking note of what he was doing and waiting for his chance to step in and join him.

And these two eyes that for no other
The day you leave will cry a river.

Alexis spun away from the pole at "the day you leave" and ran to him, and Mello stepped back to avoid him, catching on. Alexis fell to his knees and brought his hands to his face, appearing to be sobbing. 'Crying a river.' Mello thought, nodding. 'He's good.'

Le ro le le lo le,

Le ro le le lo le.

He rose and moved over to the poles, climbing up them slowly, his body moving around the pole clockwise as he went up, and then he halted at the top, looking at Mello with a seductive expression.

At your feet…

I'm at your feet!

He slid down, going counter-clockwise as he did, then sprang off halfway down and landing in a bowing position, again.

Whenever, wherever,
We're meant to be together.

He stood and slid an arm around Mello's neck, spinning them both before he slid his other arm around his neck and leaned his head against his collarbone. Mello tilted his head up in response and then they both spun away from each other, each of them taking a pole.

I'll be there and you'll be near.
And that's the deal, my dear.

They both held their poles tightly as they reached out a hand to each other, his hands meeting halfway before they spun away from the poles to each other, moving together in a seductive fashion. It was exhilarating, and the song wasn't even over yet!

Thereover, hereunder,
You'll never have to wonder!

They spun away from each other, then spun back together, once again grinding together seductively as Alexis brought a hand up to slip into Mello's hair. Pole-dancing was definitely a teasing profession, and Mello had to wonder just how many men had tried to get Alexis.

Was Alexis still straight?

We can always play by ear,
But, that's the deal my dear.

Alexis took to his pole and Mello moved to also hold it, leaning in close to kiss his neck that he exposed with his head tilting back. His hands slid down Alexis's body seductively and then he held his hips gently, grinding against him as he whispered the last line of the song.

Le ro le le lo le,

Le ro le le lo le.

They moved away from each other and both of them climbed up their poles, their gazes locked before Alexis reached out a hand to him, Mello doing the same, and caught his fingers with his.

Think out loud.
Say it again…

Their hands laced together before they slipped away to slowly slide down the poles, Mello moving clockwise and Alexis counterclockwise, so that they were facing each other when they were at the bottom, which they both got to with a graceful step.

Le ro lo le lo le lo le.

They spun around the poles and then they met together, Mello's gaze on Alexis's face.

Tell me one more time.

They moved close together, eyes locked together without any sign of escaping.

That you'll live
Lost in my eyes!

They entered a passionate embrace before Alexis moved away, his gaze still with Mello's before he spun away and caught the pole, Mello doing the same and catching his own.

Whenever, wherever,
We're meant to be together.

They both spun towards each other and then away, before Alexis ran and pulled him close, stroking his body lovingly.

I'll be there, and you'll be near.
And that's the deal, my dear.

They spun back to their poles and then Alexis held out his hand to him in an inviting way, which Mello took and came over to. Who was the one in charge? Oh, Mello felt so swept away right now!

Thereover, hereunder,
You've got me head over heels!

Mello fell to his knees this time, his hands sliding down Alexis's body. He smiled as Alexis let out a soft moan, one that he could hear but not over the music.

There's nothing left to fear,
If you really feel the way I feel.

He grinned and rose up, stroking his cheek before he dared to brush his lips with his. Then he spun away and winked at him.

Whenever, wherever,
We're meant to be together.

Alexis came over and hooked an arm around his neck, stroking down Mello's body with ease. Mello stroked back and they grinded together, their lips brushing together.

I'll be there, and you'll be near.
And that's the deal, my dear.

They spun away from each other and grabbed their poles, both of them sliding one of their hands down their bodies in a seductive fashion before they spun to meet each other, grinding together again once they did.

Thereover, hereunder,
You've got me head over heels!

Mello moved away and leaned against the pole, closely followed by Alexis, who gently pinned him to it, his lips meeting his for only a moment before he kissed down his bare chest.

There's nothing left to fear,
If you really feel the way I feel.

Alexis rose and they locked eyes, Mello's hands leaving the pole as his leg lifted, his arms going around his neck as he curled his leg around his waist, Alexis's arms slipping around his waist and shoulders to kiss him. Then they broke apart by spinning away from each other and caught the poles with different seductive poses as the song ended.

Alexis stepped away from the poles and walked over to stop the music. "You, my sweet, innocent, blonde beauty, are a natural." He said, looking at him. "You don't need lessons." He walked over and started to take down the poles to pack them up. "Now we just need someone to call me for a contract. Until then, you can look at my clothing and see what will work for now."

"Thanks, Alex." Mello smiled. "I really owe you."

Alex looked over at him and smiled. "You should take a nap for now, Mihael.

"Much as I'd like to, I'm afraid that I'll be plagued with nightmares if I do, so…" He shrugged and then walked over to him and hugged him tightly. "I'd rather stay up and practice with you some more."

"Why don't you play audience?" He chuckled and playfully pushed him away, spinning to grab the pole he hadn't taken down yet. "See what we're supposed to do with them."

The rest of the night was sent with music and dancing, until they finally lay together in each other's embrace at around two in the morning. Alexis' hands were stroking Mello gently, one hand lacing into his hair. "Much as I'm glad to have you here, you do realize that your dear lover may not enjoy his cold bed." He whispered.

"I highly doubt that Near will let him come to him for sex." Mello murmured. "Not unless he somehow convinces him to not stab him with a voodoo doll for touching him." He nuzzled him. "Let's sleep now, okay?" He smiled sleepily and closed his eyes, snuggling into his chest as he held on, falling asleep.

Alexis sighed and stroked his hair. "We'll see. Good night, Mihael."

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The song is "Whenever, wherever" by Shakira. Awesome, awesome song, look it up and love it. You can also imagine the routine with it, if you'd like. *big smile*

Well? How was the dance routine? As you can see, they were so lost in their roles that they weren't ashamed to do all that they did. But, Alexis DID say to abandon his inhibitions, didn't he? Although, let's not let Matt know about these very sexy dances. He'd flip.

Mello is so confident that Matt won't cheat on him. Should he be suspicious?

Is anyone else here as much a fan of Alexis as I am? And we're gonna have him with us for a while!