Role of a Lifetime II
By: Kenneth Kirk
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Chapter 15

Brant and I were excited and, frankly, a little nervous as we went into the studio the next morning for Hector’s audition.  We were excited about the possibility of working on the film with him, especially the sex scenes, but we were still apprehensive that such intimacy could cause our friendships with him and Juanita to implode.

Just before ten, we assembled in the audition room at the studio with film director David Dawson, his assistant Tammy Emerson, writer Harold Gillespie, casting director Anita Jordy, and her assistant Mark Powell.  We were given a copy of Hector’s portfolio that opened out to this full-page photo.

“Mercy!” I said when I saw this sexy pix.

“Yes,” Anita said.  “Mercy!  Hector’s agent certainly knows how to get your attention.”

We took a few minutes for everyone to scan his resumé which Brant and I mostly knew already.  After some modeling work in Miami, Hector moved to LA about 5 years ago.  He continued modeling, most notably for a sunglasses manufacturer that obviously targeted gay audiences.

Hector took acting classes in LA and appeared in several local theatrical productions before landing small roles on shows such as General Hospital, The West Wing, and The Closer.  On Lucifer he got a guest starring role for 3 episodes.  His upcoming role in Miami to Mariel carried the potential for him to break out of the background noise of Hollywood.

When Hector came into the room, he greeted Brant and me warmly, giving us embraces rather than the hand-shakes he gave to everyone on the panel.

After some get-acquainted conversation and a review of Hector’s acting experience and goals, Mark handed him the script for a scene in which his character (Ricky) and Brant’s character (Marty) have a rather heated disagreement on Ricky’s first day as the new architect in the office.  Mark handed a few script pages to Brant, who read through the pages as Hector read through his.  I spent those few minutes devouring a dozen more photos of Hector, most of which were scantily-clad visions of loveliness to my gay eyes.

When they were ready, Hector and Brant delivered the scene, impressing me with how relaxed they were with each other and how easily they feigned an argument and distrust of each other.  Knowing how close the two men are, it was a little jarring to see the tension and anger that I knew does not actually exist between them.

“Thank you,” Anita said when they were done.

Brant took his seat beside me on the sofa while Hector faced a quiet group at the table.  David looked at Harold, who had a look of rapture (or was it plain old lust?) on his face.  Anita nodded at David before the director looked at us seated to the side.

David looked back up to Hector and said, “That was very impressive, Hector.”

Hector smiled beautifully as he nodded.

“You have seen Laying Low?” David asked.

“Several times.”

“And you are aware that the part you’re auditioning for has a sexual relationship with both characters in Laying Low, are you not?”

“Yes.”

“Are you able to perform such open, honest, and sensual scenes as those in Laying Low?”

Hector took a moment to compose his answer to David’s question.  “I don’t have personal experience with men to the, uhm, depth as that shown in the movie.  But I do have some intimate experience with men and consider myself Bi-Curious at the moment.  I would like the opportunity to explore sex with men and, well, this would seem like a golden opportunity.”  Hector smiled at Brant and me.  “And I already have a strong friendship with the handsomest and sexiest guys in Hollywood, Brant and Sky.”

“Pardon my directness, Hector,” Anita interjected, “but doesn’t your friendship with them create a great conflict if you are also being so intimate with them?”

“I think it might be a little challenge.”  He took a breath.  “But, I have some little bit of experience of being friends with men who I have some intimacy with.  I believe the sexual intimacy with Brant and Sky will make us special friends, closer than we have been.”

“Hector,” Brant called.  “What if you don’t like the sex?  Or the intimacy?  What then?”

Hector smiled at my husband.  “If I truly do not like the sex, then I will have my curiosity satisfied.  I’ll know I’m actually not bisexual.  And, for that knowledge, I would be grateful.  I’d still love you both for being mi amigos and helping me understand myself better.”         

“Thank you for your openness,” Anita said.  “Now, I don’t quite know how to say this delicately so I will just say it frankly.”

“Of course,” Hector nodded.

“If you are hired for this role, you will have to perform seven graphic sex scenes.  One is with Brant alone.  One is with Sky alone.  And five will be the three of you.  They will include both oral and anal sex with you expected to both give and receive.  Think about that for a minute.”

Hector nodded seriously while we all sat quietly in the room.

Anita went on.  “Suppose in the first or second scene you realize you really don’t like gay sex.  How can you assure us you could turn in a good performance in all the other scenes you would still have to film?”

Hector glanced at us again. 

“Once, when we were filming in Miami, Brant and I talked about his experience during Laying Low.  Can I share it, Brant?”

“Of course, my friend.”

“Uhm.  He told me that when he accepted the role, he had had no experience with guys but was sometimes attracted a little.  He shared that Sky led him through all the sex stuff, helping him know what to do, and making sure he would be, uhm, comfortable with everything.  I know they would do that for me, too, and with their support I will relax and enjoy it.  Together, me and them, we can make it work even if I decide I’m just plain old het.”  Hector grinned at us before continuing.  “Honestly, I can’t imagine that being with Brant and Sky could possibly be so unpleasant or uncomfortable that it would be difficult for me to film additional scenes.  I love them and trust them already.  I truly expect to enjoy the closeness and the sexuality with them.”

Anita smiled and nodded.  “Thanks.  Your answer makes me feel that you could do this, no matter how your curiosity is satisfied.”  She paused.  “You’re aware there will be a major change to your public image, right?”

Hector nodded.  “Yes.  I saw the effects on Brant’s image and career.  I think it was all good, actually.  I know there will be some homophobes saying nasty things, but I think my real fans will not turn away from me.”

“And you’ll have a lot of new fans,” I pointed out.

Hector chuckled and pointed at me.  “That, too!”

“What about the effect on your friends and family?” asked David.

“Most of my close friends know I’ve, uhm, diddled with guys a little.  Actually, I’ve only experimented with two, no, three of my friends.  Not with strangers.  Many of my friends are not too hung up on sexual expectations anyway.  My girlfriend even knows and accepts that part of me.  In fact, she encourages me to consider this role.”

“Okay,” David said with a smile, obviously impressed by this information.

When David said nothing more, Anita called, “Brant, Sky, would you mind standing with Hector so we can see how you look together?”

“Of course!” I said as Brant nodded.

We stood on either side of our friend, linking our arms around the back of his waist.  His arms went around our shoulders quite naturally.  Of course, it probably helped that we had hugged on numerous occasions previously.

The panelists stared hard at us while Mark took a couple of quick photos with his phone.  After a moment, Brant turned into his friend to place a little kiss on Hector’s cheek.  But Hector turned toward him causing Brant to pause.  Hector, however, took the lead and tilted his head to kiss Brant on the lips.  Hector’s hand rose from Brant’s shoulder to the back of his head where Hector held him still as their kiss lengthened.  I wasn’t sure if the kiss deepened, too, but thought it probably had.  Surprisingly, I felt no jealousy but I did feel a bit excluded.  Then Hector broke their kiss and turned toward me.  I was quite ready and willing as pillowy lips landed softly on mine.  I gave him one second before I licked his lower lip, prompting him to part his lips to accept my tongue.  And we were off! 

In moments we were going at it like horny 17-year-olds.  Hector held the back of my head just as he had held Brant a few seconds earlier.  As we pressed together, I became aware that Brant was caressing Hector’s round buttocks.  Hector pressed into me, pushing his dick against my hip, grinding a bit as it stiffened.  Blood pumped into my crotch and I forgot that this was an audition, for it felt so real.

When Hector released the back of my head and pulled away, I was disappointed that the moment was over.  He rewarded me with an enthusiastic grin from ear to ear as he turned back to face the panel.  I saw every one of the panelists, even the heterosexual David, look at our groins to check for evidence of attraction.  I’m sure evidence of my attraction could be seen and I suspect Hector and Brant were showing strong evidence as well.

“So, Hector,” Anita ventured with a warbly voice, “I think you have passed the chemistry test.”

The laughter following this statement seemed to dissipate a certain tension in the room, but it didn’t dissipate the tension in my panties!

“You two can sit down!” David practically ordered us.  Brant and I released our new plaything and retreated to the sofa where we sat cuddled together.

“Any other questions for Hector?” Anita asked.

When everyone indicated they had no questions, Anita looked at Hector.  “Do you have any questions for us, Hector?”

“Not at the moment,” he responded.

Anita filled him in on the rehearsal and shooting schedule as it currently existed and told him she would be in touch with him very soon about the part.

Everyone stood to shake hands with Hector and tell him they appreciated meeting him.  Then, Mark escorted him out.

As soon as the door closed behind Hector, Harold gushed, “He’s perfect for the role!  I think I wrote it for him.”

“He’s stunningly beautiful,” Anita said at the same time.  Unconsciously, she fanned herself.

David was silent for a moment. 

Mark came back into the room, grinning.  “Hot!”

“Brant?” David asked.

“I think he’d be great.”

“Sky?”

“Me, too.  And I’m sure that all three of us are attracted to each other.”

Brant nodded and squeezed my hand.

“Any reasons we should not choose him?” David asked.

No one brought out a negative thought.

David looked at us.  “And you guys are comfortable that the intimacy with Hector will not cause any problems between you?”

“Not between us,” Brant attested, gesturing between him and me.

“No,” I concurred.  “We’ve discussed it and are comfortable to open our relationship enough to make this movie.”

“Especially with Hector,” Brant added.  “And I believe Hector will be able to perform well even if he decides he really isn’t Bi.”

I nodded.  “Especially with our help.”

“Okay,” David said.  “I think Hector will be spectacular in the role.”  He turned to Anita.  “If you agree, I guess we’re ready to negotiate for him.”

Anita smiled.  “I agree.”

David smiled and nodded.

Anita looked around at us all.  “I’ll call Hector’s agent in a few minutes.”  She paused for a couple of seconds.  “Thanks, everyone.  I guess this concludes these auditions.  There are still a couple of minor parts and the few extras, but we have gotten the main roles down.  I look forward to seeing the movie, guys!”

We chuckled as everyone stood.  We talked for a few minutes with Tammy, then Harold, and then we departed for home.

To be continued...

Posted: 05/12/2023