I stepped into the private garden, a regular hiding spot for nights like this. I let out a long sigh and pulled out a cigarette. Every time, we have a family dinner, I always feel so out of place. I shouldn’t be here. I can’t say that I want to return to my former life, where I hardly knew my Father. However, I can’t say I enjoy living in this country very much either. It’s isolating and awkward, I never really feel at home or comfortable around my supposed ‘family’. It hurts. At this point, I was almost numb to the feeling. I could hear the door slowly open behind me.

“No surprises that you went out for a smoke.” Kingsley chuckled, quietly closing the garden door behind him.

“I don’t think it’s really a surprise for anyone,” I muttered. We stood together in silence. The awkwardness was following me around. I’m surprised Kingsley was talking to me again considering our argument the other day.

“You’re not thinking that you don’t belong here, do you?” I glared at him. He raised his hands in defence, “I don’t mean to get involved. For someone who was adopted, I know how it feels to not belong in a conventional family. But you know what? You can’t change what happened. Your siblings can’t even begin to understand what you’ve been through.”

“Do you feel bad for me?”

“Not when you’re smirking like that, acting like it doesn’t bother you.”

“It does bother me; it bothers me every time I’m here!” I snapped. What was happening to me? It didn’t matter. Kingsley was completely unfazed by my outburst, “I clearly don’t look like my siblings. I always see them together. Then go quiet when they see me and everything becomes awkward like they don’t want me around. What makes things worse is that my Father tries to include me in everything the family does. I appreciate that he’s trying, but…it’s suffocating being forced to fit in a family that clearly doesn’t care about me.” I sighed when I finished getting everything off my chest. It must be the wine. I never talk this much. Kingsley softly patted my shoulder.

“Feels good, doesn’t it? Speaking out your feelings.” I frowned at him. Why am I even talking to him about this? “I missed you.” I rolled my eyes and chuckled.

“Is this why you are comforting me tonight? To make me sleep with you?”

“No! Not at all, but it wouldn’t be a bad reward.” I kicked him playfully, I put out my cigarette and walked back into the house. Although he has been a pain lately, he did make me feel a bit better. Before I walked in, I could feel his hand travel down my back and grab my butt.

“Knock it off, pervert!” I hissed, pushing his hand away, “Think about where you are!” Kingsley laughed and walked ahead of me into the dining hall.

“Hey, did you do a number two in the bathroom, Kingsley?” I could hear my Father laugh at his small joke. I walked in, and my Father smiled at me.

“Are you OK, Sebastian?” I forced a smile and nodded, returning to my seat next to Kingsley. I glanced at Evangeline, who smiled and mouthed if I was OK. I answered with a nod. Out of all the siblings, I get along with her the most. I can’t deny that she does treat me like a sibling. The rest of the dinner still remained tense after Jason’s outburst. However, Father and Kingsley were mainly controlling the conversation about projects, trades, and discussing the hijacked deal at Kingsford Park. Thinking about it, I haven’t told Father that I hired Nathaniel yet. I was too distracted by Kingsley secretly massaging my thigh under the table to even consider the conversation.

As the dinner continued, Kingsley’s hand slowly travelled towards in between my inner thighs. Getting closer and closer. I held my breath and gripped his wrist. I glared at him through the reflection of the mirror, but he returned with a cheeky smile. What a creep. How can he seduce me in front of my Father? Kingsley continued to lead more of the conversation with the family. His hand remained where I held him, and he started to tease my thigh with the tip of his fingers. I gasped slightly and gripped his wrist harder.

“Sebastian, your face is getting red. Are you OK?” Evangeline asked. I jumped up from my seat

“Y-Yeah, I’m fine, I need to go to the bathroom. Sorry for leaving the table again.” I muttered, quickly walking out. I ran into the bathroom and checked to see if I had a boner, I didn’t. I sighed in relief. I should probably head back. I turned to leave when someone pushed me back into the bathroom and locked the door, “Kingsley, what the hell are you doi-…” He shoved me against the wall and smashed his lips against mine, gripping the back of my neck. I groaned and struggled to shove him away, “Do you want to die?” I growled. Kingsley quickly covered my mouth to silence any profanities.

“I can’t help it, Sebastian. Being with you the whole evening and not being able to touch you is driving me crazy.” Kingsley whispered against my lips, groping my ass again and biting my lower lip. I couldn’t fight back, it would only draw attention, so I just went along with it as his lips met with mine, “Can I come over?” He finally asked. We stared at each for a few seconds before I pushed him away. I give up. You win. I needed stress relief so badly. I’ve had an awful day.

“Fine.” I sighed, quickly fixing my hair and clothes as I walked out of the bathroom.

“Sebastian, you might be getting sick. Maybe you should go home.” My Father suggested when I returned to the table for the second time. I guess I did look flustered.

“Are you sure?”

“Yes! Yes! You’ve had a busy day, get some rest.” I was relieved. I could finally get away from Jason’s hostility. I picked up my coat, said my goodbyes, and headed to the main door. Kingsley was waiting for me. How did he get out of the dining room for the third time? The rest of them are going to suspect something. I tried to walk past the idiot and ignore him, but he grabbed my arm and pulled me towards him.

“Get ready for me. I’m busting you wide open, just how you like it.” He whispered teasingly in my ear. I pushed him away and marched out of the house. He was so annoying, yet I could feel my pants tighten. I hate to admit it, but I was turned on.