Returning the Favor by Dakfinv (PG-13)

[loz]

Fandom: LIFE ON MARS UK
Pairing: Gen
Length: 1337 words.
Author on LJ: dakfinv
Author Website: Dakfinv's Life on Mars Fic Masterlist.
Why this must be read: This is a fabulous timey-wimey story in which there is a protective Gene Hunt, a reckless and young Sam Tyler and in the midst of that a rather touching friendship. Dakfinv captures both characters so well. I'm especially fond of Sam's voice once he's drunk.



Sam staggered upwards, then nearly fell over. The man grabbed his shoulder and kept him upright. Sam thanked him by not vomiting on his shirt.

“Got a place to stay tonight?”

“I...no. Mum...Mum would kill me if I...can’t disappoint her...”

“Come with me. I’ll take you to the station.”

“I’m under arrest? Oh shit, I can’t....but If you arrest me then I can’t...I’ll have a record and...oh shit.” He was about to cry, and in front of a bloody police officer. Brilliant.

“I’m not arresting you, daft git. You can sleep it off there. I’ll send you home in the morning when I can be sure you won’t cop it.”



Returning the Favor