Jesse liked to run his fingers over Paul's head. The short, stubbly hair felt odd against his palms; he had decided that it was a pleasant feeling. Paul seemed to be comforted by the action also. They sat for hours in the silence doing this. Paul would spread out on the couch and lay his head on Jesse's thigh. They would watch television together; the movie rental place was doing a lot of business with them lately also. Four or five movies each night filled the time.
Words were often unnecessary and the silence seemed to be working as a balm on their wounded relationship. There were things that Jesse felt the need to do now though and Paul would have to agree before they could be started. He waited until Paul had reached a near meditative calm before speaking.
"Could I ask you to do something for me Paul?" His whisper seemed so loud after not speaking for so long. It was rough against his throat, and Paul turned his head to look up at his Sire immediately.
"Of course you can Jesse, I'd be glad to do whatever I can for you. Just ask." He smiled slightly and reached one hand up to caresses the elder Gangrel's cheek.
"Could I bring Ben out here to stay with us? He's lost at the Zoo and I need to form some kind of bond with him anyway. Plus, I would like it if the two of you could manage to get a long at the least, and possibly become friends." Jesse paused, placing his fingers over Paul's mouth. "Wait just a second...I've talked to Ben and he remembers being attacked, but thinks it was someone else. I don't think that he will have a problem with you, and I'm not sure if he will regain those memories at all."
Paul sat up, pulling away from his Sire. "I don't know. If he wanted to he could kill me so easily during the day...and if he remembers I'm sure that is what will happen. it's what I would do in his place." He looked at Jesse carefully, "I guess it would be okay. If he doesn't remember, but my safety is in your hands in this too. I hope that you are right."
"I am. He will be bonded to me, and then you won't have to worry. I promise." Jesse held out his arms again, "Come here."
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Jesse was at the Zoo early in the evening to talk to Suneyva but she didn't have any questions about his plans and sent him directly to Ben. The young Kine was in Jesse's bedroom, curled up on the four poster bed. He seemed so small, so fragile. But as soon as Jesse came into the room he slunk off the bed, wiggling when he moved towards the Kindred.
"Do you want me Jesse? Is that why I'm here? I've tried to figure it out...nothing makes sense. Do you want this?" He slid one hand over the Gangrel's crotch, his touch feather light until Jesse pulled away. "Is this what I'm here for?" Ben slid to his knees, catching Jesse's eyes.
"No. I don't know. Ben, I've never had a Ghoul before...I don't know what to do with you except to protect you. That is why I am here tonight." He wanted to step back, away from the grasp that held him so firmly to the Kine's chest. He also want to rip his clothes off and take the boy in the middle of the floor.
"Not for this?" Ben pressed his lips to the front of Jesse's jeans, swiping the rough fabric with his tongue. He grinned against the Gangrel's thigh when he heard the sharp gasp and nuzzled closer. Jesse's jeans were quickly unbuttoned and opened.
"Ben...stop. You don't have to have sex with me. That doesn't have to be part of your side to this protection deal. I have Paul for that. You don't need to do this for him either." Jesse stopped with another gasp as the Kine's hands slid down the front of his jeans, pulling them down.
"And if I want to?" He had Jesse's pants around the Kindred's knees, his cheek pressed to the tent in the front of the boxer shorts now. "Do you really want me to stop?" He slid his hands into the waist band of the boxers, pulling then down also.
Jesse couldn't speak, but he shook his head quickly. This was wrong and Paul would be so mad at him, but he couldn't think straight...it had been a while since anyone had done such a thing with him. He twined his fingers into Ben's short hair and pulled him forward, relishing the feel of the Kine's hot breath a moment before the slick warmth of the boy's mouth enclosed him.
He was almost ashamed that it took such a short amount of time for him to finish. Ben didn't comment on it though and Jesse found himself sinking to his knees to capture the boy in his arms. He covered the boy's soft lips with his own, tasting himself. "You didn't have to do that, but...thank you." He smiled against the young Kine's cheek. "Now what can I do for you?"
Ben pulled away for a moment, looking into Jesse's eyes. "Take me with you...back to the cabin. Please don't leave me here alone. I hate it here; all the shadows. It's so cold. Please take me with when you go back."
"I was going to do that anyway, Ben. I need to do that. Suneyva agrees and I want to do everything I can for you. I need to know you better though, and I want to let you and Paul spend some time together as well." He hugged the Kine again. "I won't let anyone hurt you again, I promise. We just need to pack a few things for you and then go to the cabin. Okay?" He looked down at himself. "And I guess I need to get dressed again too."
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Paul regarded the young Kine with some speculation. The boy reeked of sex and Jesse didn't look too calm or orderly either. He crossed his arms for a moment before realizing how he must look. An over-sensitive wife, a jilted lover perhaps? "So what are we supposed to do now?"
"We talk." Jesse moved into the room, sitting on the couch. He looked up at both Paul and Ben for a moment before gesturing them forward. "Now. It is not a request it is my wish." He held out a hand for both and they slowly stepped forward.
"What do we talk about then?" Paul glanced at Ben again and frowned. "I don't know what you expect from me." He slumped, leaning away from his Sire and the Kine.
"I am expecting you to act civilly toward my Kine...especially to Ben as he is going to be my Ghoul. I expect you to treat him as well as I do. At this time all I am asking the tow of you to do is to talk to each other. You do have a few things in common, remember... the "Norwegian", the streets, the johns...me. you can speak to each other and ask questions and I will be here between the two of you to moderate..and to have a conversation perhaps. So...talk."
Ben began to fidget, "I don't know what to say."
"Neither do I. I mean, this isn't exactly the right atmosphere Jesse. You can't force us to have a conversation that would be anymore than empty words. Couldn't we just have a normal night? Maybe if we felt more comfortable this would feel better. You know how we talk during movies sometimes...let's put something in the VCR and make some popcorn for Ben, or get him a drink or something...and just spend some time together...if it feels right to say something we will." He looked over to the Kine who was nodding, and he managed a shy smile.
Jesse shrugged, "Okay. We can do that." He stood and started across the room. "You can pick out a movie Paul, Ben come with me...I'll show you the kitchen."
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Jesse had an arm around his waist, a head rested against his shoulder, and a hand climbing his thigh. Paul was pressed against his on one side and Ben on the other. A very comfortable solution. He slumped further into the couch cushions and grabbed the hand that had reached his hip. "Watch the movie. I don't want to start having a real life porn moment. At least not until this is over, I've never seen Edward Scissorhands before." He let Paul's brush fingertips across his cheek and scowled.
"He does this all the time Ben, so don't be surprised. Jesse just loves to tease." He laughed when his Sire turned to face him.
"If the two of you are so interested in having a quick fuck go pick a room and leave me alone." He faced the television screen again.
Paul and Ben shared a quick smile before turning their attention back to the movie. "If you're sure...I guess we can wait." Ben snorted softly, deciding that he could appreciate Paul's humor. "The movie is almost over isn't it?"
"SHHHH!" Jesse pulled away from both, sitting forward to get away from the roving hands.
"No fun at all...and the movie isn't close enough to the end." Ben caught Paul's eye. "Want to go somewhere else? For a little while at least? He did want us to talk."
Paul smiled and left the room quickly, leading the Kine to his own room. Jesse watched them go and turned up the volume on the tv. Maybe this hadn't been such a good idea after all...he laughed. Or maybe he wouldn't be bothered by horny Childer as much.
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