Bride of the vampire
Chapter twenty six

As Damien led Crystal into the restaurant, she couldn't help but be mesmerised by the lavish decorations that adorned every corner. The air was filled with an enticing aroma, enticing her senses and making her feel instantly at ease. Crystal couldn't help but notice that they were the only two people in the restaurant, which led her to believe that Damien had reserved the entire place just for them. The thought of having the entire restaurant to themselves filled her with a sense of excitement and exclusivity.

"He must have booked the whole restaurant," Crystal thought, her eyes scanning the elegant surroundings.

A waiter approached them and guided them to a secluded table in the back, which had been specially decorated for their evening. The table was adorned with delicate flowers and soft candlelight, creating an intimate and romantic ambiance. As they settled into their seats, Damien couldn't help but ask, "Do you like it here?". surprise was evident in his voice as he referred to the restaurant.

Crystal responded with a dramatic flair, a playful smile on her face. "No. Are you kidding me? I love it here!" she exclaimed, her voice filled with enthusiasm.

"I love it too, it's so amazing," Crystal continued, unable to contain her excitement. "Thanks, mi Roy," she added, giggling and using the Spanish term for "my king."

Damien was taken aback, pleasantly surprised by Crystal's knowledge of Spanish. "You speak Spanish?" he asked, a hint of astonishment in his voice.

"Yes, I do," Crystal replied proudly, a sparkle in her eyes.

Damien smiled, appreciating this newfound connection. He handed her the menu, eager to hear her preferences.

"What would you like?" he asked, genuinely interested in her choice.

Crystal's eyes widened in disbelief as she glanced at the prices on the menu. The extravagant dishes listed could easily cover her rent for the next two years. She couldn't help but feel a mix of awe and panic at the thought of indulging in such opulence.

"Don't look at the price, just order," Damien said, a mischievous glint in his eyes as he noticed her reaction.

Crystal let out a nervous laugh, her mind racing with the sheer extravagance of the situation. The thought of ordering everything on the menu seemed both thrilling and overwhelming.

"I think we should go somewhere else," she suggested, her voice tinged with a hint of uncertainty.

Damien, however, was quick to respond, teasing her with a playful smile. "I already booked this place for us. Do you want the money to go to waste?"

Crystal hesitated, torn between her desire to experience this lavish dining experience and her practical instincts. She glanced at the menu once more, her eyes fixating on the exorbitant prices that seemed to mock her.

The waiter, sensing the tension, approached their table, awaiting their decision. Damien beckoned the waiter closer and made a bold declaration.

"Give us everything on the menu," he said, his voice filled with a mix of excitement and audacity.

Crystal's eyes widened, her jaw dropping in disbelief. "What?? No!" she exclaimed, her voice filled with a mixture of shock and amusement. "Then place your order".

"I will have some seafood and pork belly please".

"Tell me about yourself". Damien said, while waiting for the food.

***********

Max stood still on the ground, sobbing silently. He had nowhere to go.

"Max, max get up". Aiden said, pulling him up.

"Let me be. ". He groaned.

"How did you know I was here?" Max asked, his voice tinged with curiosity amidst his tears.

"I was following you. I was scared you'd hurt yourself," Aiden replied honestly, his words filled with genuine concern.

Max couldn't help but laugh bitterly at the thought. "Scared? Because of me?" he questioned, his voice laced with disbelief.

Aiden pulled him up and got him into the car.

"Since when did you start caring for me?" Max asked, his voice filled with a mix of surprise and vulnerability.

"Since the first time I saw you," Aiden responded, his gaze filled with affection as he looked at Max.

"Enough of the talking. Let's go to my place. You can stay there for the time being," Aiden said, his voice filled with determination as he tried to change the subject and offer Max a safe haven.

In just a few minutes, they arrived at Aiden's apartment. The building exuded a sense of warmth and comfort, providing a stark contrast to the cold and desolate world Max had been navigating. As they entered the apartment, Max couldn't help but notice the inviting atmosphere, with soft lighting and cozy furnishings that seemed to envelop him in a comforting embrace.

"You can go freshen up, I will get you some clothes," Aiden offered, his voice filled with genuine concern.

Max nodded, grateful for Aiden's thoughtfulness. As he was about to enter the bathroom, Aiden gently pulled him back, his eyes filled with a mix of worry and pleading.

"Please don't do anything stupid in the bathroom, please," Aiden pleaded, his voice tinged with a hint of fear. He couldn't bear the thought of Max succumbing to his despair, and the bathroom seemed like a place of vulnerability. Aiden's concern touched Max's heart, reminding him that he wasn't alone in his struggles. He reassured Aiden, his voice filled with sincerity, "I won't."

With a nod of understanding, Aiden left the room, giving Max the space he needed. Max entered the bathroom.

"Why is Aiden being so nice to me all of a sudden?" Max wondered, his thoughts echoing in the serenity of the bathroom. He couldn't deny the impact Aiden's presence had on him, the way it made him feel seen and valued. At least someone still cares about him, Max thought as he quickly finished his bath and emerged from the bathroom, his towel securely wrapped around his waist.

As Aiden entered the room, Max couldn't help but feel a sense of gratitude toward him. Aiden wasted no time and immediately handed him something.

"Here," Aiden said, his voice filled with a mix of concern and practicality.

Max's eyes widened in surprise as he took a closer look at what Aiden had given him. It was just a pair of underwear.

"Just underwear?" Max gasped, his voice laced with disbelief.

"Yes! I couldn't replace clothes that would fit you," Aiden responded honestly, his words tinged with a hint of regret. "You can wear mine for tonight, and we can get some clothes together tomorrow."

Deep down, Aiden knew he was lying. He had no intention of buying clothes in the first place. He simply wanted to ensure that Max wear one of his own clothes.

Max's expression softened, realizing Aiden's efforts to help him. "Oh, okay," he said, his voice filled with gratitude as he put on the new underwear. The gesture meant more to him than words could express.

Aiden swallowed hard as he stared at Max, unable to tear his gaze away. He couldn't help but be captivated by Max's appearance, his heart skipping a beat at the sight of him.

"How is he looking so hot?" Aiden thought to himself, momentarily caught off guard by his own feelings.

Quickly regaining his composure, Aiden averted his gaze, pretending to search for clothes in his wardrobe. He needed to keep his emotions in check, to maintain a sense of normalcy despite the whirlwind of emotions swirling within him. "You can wear one of my robes," Aiden offered, his voice filled with warmth and a touch of shyness as he handed Max a blue, shining robe.

Max accepted the robe with a grateful smile, appreciating the kindness and care Aiden continued to show him.

"I will just freshen up and leave," Aiden said, breaking the momentary silence as he entered the bathroom and emerged a few minutes later.

He also put on a blue robe, matching with Max's own.

"You can sleep on the bed. I will go to sleep in the living room," Aiden said, his voice filled with a mixture of concern and longing. Deep down, he silently prayed for Max to call him back, to express his desire for Aiden's presence. Max whispered Aiden's name, and Aiden's heart skipped a beat. "Yes," he answered, his voice filled with anticipation.

"Can you stay with me for a few minutes?" Max asked, his voice soft and vulnerable.

Few minutes? Aiden thought to himself, a smile tugging at his lips. I'd stay forever if you want.

"Sure," Aiden responded eagerly, climbing onto the bed and cuddling Max in his arms. He relished the feeling of Max's warmth against him, cherishing the opportunity to provide comfort and support.

Not long after, Max's gentle snores filled the room. The sound was like a melodic moaning to Aiden's ears, stirring a deep arousal within him.

Max moved around him gently, accidentally rubbing his legs against Aiden's crotch.

"Oh fuck". Aiden moaned.

"Why are you torturing me like this max?". He almost cried.

Aiden buried his head on Max's neck, sniffing and cuddling more.

Max's scent alone drives him crazy. Just by looking at him, he was already turned on not to talk of cuddling him like this and he could touch me.

"Aiden". Max moans from his sleep.

"You can touch me". Max said.

"Weren't you sleeping? ". Aiden asked.

"I was, until I felt something hard against my leg". Max chuckled.

"You can touch me to feel better ". Max said again.

"No". Aiden responded.

Max rubbed his hands against Aiden's crotch gently.

"Oh god max". Aiden moans helplessly.

"You don't want to touch me, what will you do about him then". Max said, referring to his Lower part.

"Just hold me tight and sleep. You don't have to worry".

Aiden stroked Max's head gently till he felt him snoring again.

"How can I not touch you? Your scent alone drives me crazy. Your presence gives me joy and hope. You have no idea how bad I want you. I want to explore your body so badly. I want to feel you under me, Kiss you from your head to your toe. But how can I touch you when you feel nothing for me? ". Aiden felt his heart hurts.

"I don't want to touch you because you feel indebted towards me, maybe because you're staying in my house".

"I want you to feel what I feel when I touch you. But you can never love me, can you?". Aiden looked at Max and smiled.

"You look so cute while sleeping. Even if you will never love me but as long as you consider me your friend, I'm ok with that". He kissed his forehead and not long after he also slept off.