"Um, Kris, what are you doing here?"
Aaron is surprised by Kris's presence.
Although they've been close lately, Kris hasn't shown much interest in spending time with him. What's changed?
"This is our marital room... can't I come in if I want to?" Kris raises an eyebrow, his expression remaining cool and detached. It's not like I'm doing anything wrong, he thinks, trying to dismiss the flutter of nerves in his stomach.
His lips don't curve into a smile; he looks mildly annoyed. But why do I feel like this?
Who could have annoyed him? Aaron wonders.
Kris's gaze remains fixed on Aaron. He sees Aaron lying on the bed with his hand resting on his cheek,
in a position that accentuates his curves. He looks beautiful like this,Kris thinks, the warmth pooling in his chest making it harder to breathe.
Trying to ignore the growing feelings inside him, Kris swallows hard. I shouldn't be feeling this way. I need to stay detached.
"Why are you looking at me like that?" Aaron smiles, his star-like eyes gazing at Kris with a confused expression.
"It's nothing." Kris turns away from Aaron's gaze and takes a seat beside him on the bed, but it's everything, he thinks,
fighting the urge to reach out and pull Aaron closer.
"So, you're sleeping here tonight?" Aaron asks with a smile.
"Stop asking. Go to sleep. Every morning when you wake up, you'll see my face before you." What else could I say? I don't want to make this complicated.
Kris's response is casual as he settles onto his side of the bed. Aaron closes his book and turns off the lamp but then hesitates. What is he thinking?
"Um, Kris, I have something to ask."
Kris's eyes are already closed; he doesn't bother to open them and simply responds with a murmured, "Huh? What is it?" Please let it be something light.
"I would like your help to get Ethan an apartment here in Ravenhill and maybe find him a job to support himself."
For the cute boy again! Kris is touched by Aaron's concern. His Senirips is so caring, so jealous! Why does he care so much?
Thinking of this extent, all the suppressed emotions Kris has been holding back come to the surface. He can't contain the burning feeling inside him any longer. I shouldn't care. I should be angry, but...
Unable to help himself, Kris opens his eyes and looks intently at Aaron.
Aaron meets his gaze, and Kris draws him closer. Their bodies press together, their breaths mingling. This is wrong, but it feels so right.
"Tell me, why do you care so much for him?" Kris's voice is soft but intense. "Why do you give him so much attention?" Is it just me, or is there something more?
Aaron is confused. He's simply trying to help someone in need. "What are you talking about? Why are you overthinking this?"
Overthinking? Kris thinks, feeling a wave of irritation. "You care so much for him.
All day today, you've been sticking close to him as if you don't want to be separated," Kris continues, his face serious.
"Ah, Kris, I'm just treating him like a brother. Besides, he's also a Senirips. What's the fuss about that?"
Kris's eyes are deep, his face unamused. A dangerous thought crosses his mind. He smirks and says, "If you want my help, you're going to have to do something." Maybe this will show him how I feel.
Aaron's heart races. What could Kris possibly want?
"It's something easy," Kris continues, reading Aaron's thoughts. "I just want you..."
His lips brush against Aaron's neck as he whispers softly, "...to let me touch you." Let me in, Aaron. Let me be more than just your husband; let me be everything you need.
Aaron's chest rises and falls rapidly, his nervous heart evident. Kris's request is unexpected and makes him feel vulnerable
. Kris's hands begin to explore Aaron's body. I need to show him how much I desire him.
His fingers trail up Aaron's thigh, skim over his skin, and rest on his waist, making sure there's no innocence left untouched. This is what I've wanted. I want to feel him, to know him.
Aaron's face flushes with heat, his skin burning as Kris's touch ignites sensations throughout his body. I won't let him pull away. Not this time.