Something
That night, the estate was quiet
Kai was always so talkative but not today
He has something on his mind today
Vincent was seated on the bed, massaging Kai’s ankles gently, his nightly ritual while Kai rested against the pillows, his eyes distant
Vincent
You’re quiet today
Vincent
Are you feeling alright?
Vincent
Do I need to call doctor?*worried*
Kai hesitated for some time
Kai
Can I tell you something?
Vincent immediately straightened, setting aside the lotion
Kai
The reason I recognized Adrian when he arrived... it wasn’t just a random meeting
Vincent’s brows lifted slightly. He said nothing, waiting
Kai
Do you remember washington DC's robbery?
Vincent
How can I forgot that day
Kai
I was visiting a jewelry house for a potential collaboration… And ...
Vincent
Yeah I remember he has some malls too, and he and his brother opened a jewelry brand some years ago
Kai
But Adrian left because of some work
Kai
And then some robbers broke in. It was chaotic—screaming, crashing… One of them grabbed me, put a gun to my head
Vincent was silent for a moment
Then he exhaled and smiled softly, brushing Kai’s hair back from his forehead
Vincent
Maybe he didn’t mention it because he’s too busy to remember every deal
Vincent leaned down and kissed his temple
Vincent
If someone ever dares threaten you again, they’ll have to deal with your husband
Kai
That’s scarier than the gun, honestly
As the night deepened, Kai finally drifted off in Vincent’s arms. But outside the door, someone stood in the hallway—quiet, still, listening
In Vincent's office in his house
Adrian sat opposite Vincent, his sleeves rolled up, trying to focus on the documents
But his eyes kept drifting to the family portrait on the shelf, Vincent, Kai, and the little baby shoes
Vincent was typing something when Adrian suddenly spoke
Adrian(O)
You know, I realized something earlier
Adrian(O)
I have met Kai before
Adrian said forcing a laugh
Adrian(O)
It was during a jewelry deal, some chaotic day. I heard there was a robbery too, if I remember right
Vincent's fingers paused over the keyboard
Vincent
And you just remembered?
Adrian(O)
It clicked after I saw him properly
Adrian(O)
I didn’t know he was your fiancé back then
Vincent nodded slowly, his expression unreadable
Adrian(O)
That must’ve been a dangerous day for him
Vincent
But you never asked about him at all after that day
Adrian(O)
Because he broke out deal
Adrian(O)
But nothing serious happened, right?
Vincent
That's because I told him to broke that deal
Vincent
And do you seriously think he was alright after this?
Vincent leaned back in his chair, resting his hands together
Adrian(O)
I'm sorry for that
Vincent
If you are sorry then apologize to Kai not me
Adrian(O)
*clench his fist under the table*
Vincent gave a small nod and smiled
Vincent
Funny how fate brings people together, huh?
The days passed with an almost forced normalcy
Adrian stayed at the Larsen estate, working with Vincent on the upcoming project like nothing had happened
He laughed during breakfast, complimented Kai’s choice in flowers for the garden, and occasionally played the piano in the evenings, as if he was on a vacation
Adrian also apologized to Kai for what happened that day and as expected Kai told him it was all in the past and he don't have to apologize
Kai was happy because Adrian talked to him about that day and why didn't he recognized him at their home
But one evening, as the three sat together in the living room, Vincent reviewing contracts, Kai curled next to him reading, and Adrian on the adjacent couch
Adrian reached across the table, pretending to point at something on Vincent’s paper, but his hand lingered, rested on Vincent’s hand for a beat too long
Vincent barely blinked he gently lifted his hand away, placing it back on the file, completely unfazed
Vincent
That clause needs to be revised
Adrian chuckled lightly, but his fingers twitched as he drew them back
Kai lowered his gaze, a hollow feeling blooming in his chest
He didn't want to be jealous
But still... something about Adrian’s lingering touches, his soft glances, the way his smile faded whenever Kai walked into the room
Later that night, as Vincent wrapped his arms around him in bed, whispering goodnight against his neck, Kai considered telling him
But instead, he just whispered
Kai
(Don't leave me for him)
Vincent
.....*sensing something is wrong*
Vincent
I love you more love
Comments
Shark Wolf YT
I think something is going to happen update more author
2025-05-09
1
Archita Angel
I hope that doesn't happen 😟😟
2025-05-09
2