Episode 11

Nestor watched as Louis finished the painting. He was amazed by the boy's talent, so much so that he didn't mind giving him all his time and attention. The artist in front of him, with slow, precise movements, was making the final brushstrokes to his work.

Nestor Grize: {How can you have this incredible gift being an omega? Usually, omegas aren't good at almost anything.}

Louis Olid: Finally I'm finished. I think it turned out beautiful. I wasted so much time this week, I could have done it earlier, and taken my time. Now I have to wait a few minutes for it to dry. Will we have time?

Nestor Grize: Yes, we will. So... Can I see it?

Louis Olid: Of course! You can look.

Louis moved away from the front of the painting. Nestor was amazed.

Nestor Grize: I can clearly see Adriano's essence in this painting. That's how he was. Here I can see his eyes shining with excitement about something. You could only see that in his eyes. Because normally he was serious, and rigid. People at the company used to talk a lot about Adriano Olid, the arrogant, stuck-up, bossy one.

Louis Olid: And my father was like that?

Nestor Grize: He was... But when and with whom he needed to be. He wanted things done right, so he had to be firm. I was only five years younger than him, and I admired him as if he were my older brother. I wanted to be like him.

Louis: {He admired my father?}

Nestor Grize: And your mother was lively, motivating, and incredibly kind. You have a bit of her in you, you know?

Louis Olid: I'm happy to hear that. Mr. Temido... Did you wrong my father?

Nestor's expression suddenly changed, his eyes seemed sad.

Nestor Grize: Yes, I did. I hurt him, I delayed his plans, but I never betrayed him. I turned into a thorn in Adriano's side, and that's because...

Deise: Excuse me, Mr. Grize! I was asked to let you know that the tribute will begin in twenty minutes.

Nestor Grize: Ah, yes. Thank you, Deise.

The employee left, leaving the door open. As he turned his face toward Louis, Nestor realized that the boy was still looking at him. He stood still, as if anxiously awaiting an answer.

Nestor Grize: Can we talk about this another day?

Louis Olid: Yes, all right. I can ask you something else then?

Nestor Grize: You can ask me anything you want. I'll answer you everything. But if it's going to be a long story, it'll have to wait for another day.

Louis Olid: You're an Alpha, right?

Nestor Grize: Yes.

Louis Olid: Have you ever slept with someone without marking them?

Nestor Grize: I've never marked anyone.

Louis was surprised.

Nestor Grize: Why that question? What was it? Is what you're asking me really about me?

Louis Olid: Yes...and no.

Nestor Grize: What's bothering you?

Louis Olid: Yesterday my brother was... With someone, in his bed. He's never done that before.

Nestor Grize: Not in front of you, but he may have done it. What's wrong with that?

Louis Olid: It's just that, if that's it... He won't need me anymore.

Nestor Grize: What? What do you mean?

Louis Olid: If he's marked someone, that person will stay with him, won't they? And I... I won't be of use anymore. I'm glad because he needs someone to help him with his rage attacks. They're strong, and he gets desperate and even breaks things in his room. But I'm scared. This fear is so strong that it feels imminent, that it's going to happen.

Nestor held Louis' hand.

Nestor Grize: Louis... I want you to try not to feel this fear, at the same time. You are truly shaken. Don't be like that, maybe he'll get better, and treat you better too. If he suffers from these attacks, maybe that's what's bothering him. Don't think the worst.

Louis Olid: I like you a lot.

Nestor Grize: You like me? Well... Louis, is what you feel with me the same as what you feel with your brother?

Louis Olid: It is, but at the same time; it's not.

Nestor Grize: You're going to be the death of me with these answers... Try to describe this feeling. Did you also suddenly kiss your brother when he wasn't expecting it?

Louis Olid: No. He did it to me.

Nestor Grize: {That lunatic! Confusing the boy's feelings. He hits him, he kisses him. He certainly doesn't love him. I can't let Louis suffer anymore. He's the most innocent person I've ever met.}

After a few seconds of silence, annoyed by what he had just heard, Nestor finally spoke up.

Nestor Grize: How did you feel when he did that?

Louis Olid: I felt important. He squeezed me a little, and I was uncomfortable, but when I realized he was getting better, that all that rage was going away... I was satisfied.

Louis suddenly turned red.

Louis Olid: And that... The kiss, I liked it because I'd never kissed anyone before. That's why I wanted to do the same with you. Because I really like the way I feel when I'm with you.

Nestor Grize: And what is it?

Nestor brought his lips closer to Louis'.

Nestor Grize: Tell me, what's this feeling like?

Louis Olid: At first, it was just comfort and security... Then I felt important, like someone was really noticing me. And then it got bigger... I have no idea. But I'm glad you care about me. I didn't want to lose that. I was very sad when he told me to stay away from you... I was going to obey, even though it hurt inside. But you, you didn't let me, when you spoke over his order, I wanted to obey you.

Nestor Grize: I will always care about you because you are special. You touched me more deeply than I thought anyone could ever touch me. And after that day you spilled coffee on me, I can't stop thinking about you.

Nestor held Louis' face and rested his forehead against his.

Louis looked at him and smiled.

At that moment, Nestor kissed him. Their lips pressed together, seeking each other out and fitting together perfectly. The kiss lingered, and they continued.

Suddenly, Eder stopped in front of the door.

Eder Olid: Louis!

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