Alaric didn't hesitate to strike up a conversation with Raven. With a relaxed demeanor, he leaned back and began, "So, Raven, let me fill you in on how things work around here. In our club, there are three of us who handle the more intimate requests from clients: me, Gavin, and Ryder. We're the ones who take on sexual intercourse jobs."
He paused, gauging Raven's reaction before continuing. "We cater to a diverse clientele—men, women, no discrimination. Our main goal is to ensure that our clients' needs and desires are met with the utmost professionalism and respect. It's all about creating a safe and consensual environment where everyone can feel comfortable exploring their fantasies."
Alaric's tone remained casual but sincere as he added, "We each have our own strengths and preferences, and we always discuss boundaries and expectations with our clients beforehand. This isn't just about the physical act; it's about connection and fulfillment, making sure that every experience is memorable and positive for everyone involved."
Alaric continued, "While Dhimas and Aiden are inactive for sexual intercourse packages, they focus on dating, kissing, and cuddling jobs. Even though Aiden likes to provoke reactions, he's still a virgin." Alaric explained this while still busy editing Raven's profile on the website.
"Do you want me to deactivate the sexual intercourse package for you too, like they both did?" Alaric asked.
Dhimas, observing Raven's expression closely, instructed, "Blink if you agree."
However, Raven remained unmoved. His vacant eyes seemed to gaze into the distance, showing no signs of understanding their questions.
"Seriously, he challenges us, Al. He's not blinking!" Dhimas shook his head in bewilderment and then turned to Alaric.
Alaric chuckled softly, shaking his head. He knew all too well that the arrogant Raven would choose to unlock all packages without exception, regardless of the gender of his partner.
But deep down, he felt a twinge of doubt whether Raven had ever engaged in same-sex intercourse before. His curiosity grew stronger.
"I'll repeat. If you want to close the package, you guarantee it with your eyes, okay? Sexual intercourse?" Dhimas repeated his question with a firm tone.
Raven still didn't blink.
"Alright, unlocked. Dating?"
Raven still didn't blink.
"Cuddling?"
Raven's eyes remained open.
"Kissing?"
Finally, at the last question, Raven's eyelids closed, indicating his refusal to unlock the kissing package.
Dhimas glanced at Alaric with a puzzled expression before reiterating, "Kissing?"
Raven's lips trembled, his eyes blinked repeatedly as he mustered his strength, and his hand jerked, finally managing to grasp Aiden's wrist holding the makeup brush. "I… don't kiss…" Raven responded weakly.
Alaric propped his chin with his palm, his elbow resting on the table as he murmured, "Interesting."
Aiden's lower lip quivered as he pleaded, "Please, just a little more, pleaseeee?" His eyes widened, and his eyebrows drooped, giving him the appearance of a pleading puppy.
Raven shot Aiden a murderous glare and then, with a firm voice, declared, "Fuck… off!"
"Please let me finish with the blush on and lip gloss only! Pleaseeee???" Aiden persisted, his tone pleading.
"I said... fuck... off!"
"HEY!" Alaric intervened sharply. "Be nice and respectful!"
Aiden grumbled as he descended from Raven's body. He rearranged his makeup tools with a frustrated expression, trying to conceal his disappointment, and left the place with heavy steps, the sadness still lingering in his eyes.
"You, sicko, stop hurting my friends!" Gavin shouted at Raven, his voice rising. He gave the young man a sharp glare, then shot an angry look at Alaric. "You recruited someone like him as a host? Seriously?" Gavin scolded Alaric briefly before going to follow Aiden.
Alaric sighed deeply and looked at Raven. But Raven seemed indifferent and continued his rest, lying back down, this time closing his eyes—still with the rabbit ears headband on his head and now his eyelids shut.
Meanwhile, the atmosphere in the club room remained chaotic. Dhimas tried to convince Gavin and Aiden to come back, but they were still angry and unwilling to listen.
Ryder, meanwhile, offered jokes to lighten the tension, although not very successfully. Alaric returned to his laptop and resumed his work.
He edited Raven's profile more carefully, listing fake various interesting things about him, such as his swimming achievements, interest in classical music, and passion for reading philosophy books.
Eventually, Gavin and Aiden returned to the room, still looking upset. They sat on the sofa with grim faces while Raven continued to sleep soundly with his lips slightly parted, seemingly oblivious to the recent commotion.
*
Raven's usual medication time is 1 p.m. After taking the medication, its effects typically begin to kick in about an hour later, coinciding with his return time.
However, after the makeup incident yesterday, Raven decided to take a short rest in the medical room when the medication's effects peaked.
Alaric had informed Marcella, Raven's mother, that he had joined a club, explaining why he often came home late. Marcella was very pleased to see her son actively involved in any social activities.
As Raven sought respite in the medical room, the attending physician extended a helping hand, offering any necessary aid.
However, Raven declined the offer with a firm resolve. Choosing solitude, he retreated into one of the secluded medical cubicles, gently pulling the curtain shut behind him.
There, he surrendered to the embrace of the sterile surroundings, reclining upon the crisp white sheets of the examination bed.
He closed his eyes, feeling the cold sterility of the room. For now, he allowed himself to drift into a light sleep, seeking temporary escape.
*