Benjamin

All I wanted was a nice date with my friends and boyfriend.

Instead I got rogues crashing my evening and my friends mad at me. Yes, both of them.

Only Teddy stood by my side. Needless to say, Lex and I had a heated argument and he stormed out of the restaurant in a furious rampage. Lisa was right beside him, mad at me too.

I got stuck with the rest of the food and the expensive bill. Fortunately, Teddy offered to pay half of it so my dad doesn't have to come bail me out.

I'm so embarrassed by this, but he's completely on my side. Never even flinched for a second in doubt.

He's not hashtag team rogues and I couldn't be happier that he's my boyfriend. We made our way back to his house where I dropped him off with plans to see him again tomorrow.

Alone, of course. Even if I wanted to, I have no friends left to invite except for Teddy's football buddies.

When I got home, I was tired and in a terrible mood. I barely exchanged two words with my parents before I excused myself and went to my bedroom.

This is so not how I envisioned my Friday night going. In a way, I'm relieved tomorrow the date is just us two. I need this to go well.

Time's a wastin'.

When morning came, I sat down with my family in the dining room and told them what happened on my date.

My dad was not thrilled that rogues infiltrated our territory, much less that we've invited them over for dinner.

But I told him I had nothing to do with that. I wasn't the one who invited them. I didn't want to throw Lex under the bus with the Alpha, but I can't lie to him either.

Evidently, I also told him about what happened to those dead rogues and most importantly why they were killed.

"Son, of course he would offer his own version of the facts supporting his side, claiming it was a justifiable homicide. But no one else was there to corroborate the facts." - Dad stated in a distrustful tone.

I can understand his point of view. We don't know what really happened except for the people who were there at the time.

"Dad, you didn't see his face when he told us. He wasn't lying, I'm positive. He even blamed himself because his heat attracted them." - I argued, feeling remorseful over judging him myself.

I may have been prejudiced against the rogue. Hell, I still am. But I'm positive he wasn't lying. You'd have to be an Oscar winning actor to pull off that kind of performance. I could feel his shame radiating off of him. Poor boy.

"That's awful! It's not his fault he was in heat. Nor should he be assaulted because of it." - Mom had a disgusted expression on her face.

"They even threatened his mother who was beside him. And she's not even an omega, I think." - I informed them, feeling revolted.

"Oh my Goddess!" - Sasha yelled, disgusted and perplexed.

"Those poor people. I wish there was something I could do to help them." - Mom commented, feeling sorry for them.

"Honey, you already do so much for our pack. You shouldn't concern yourself with rogues." - Dad stated with a mild smile.

"They're still wolves just like us. They deserve our compassion. They're our kind as well." - Mom argued, defiantly.

My mother has only one brother. He is an omega a few years younger than her. She always felt protective of him and they got along greatly.

He's mated and lives with his husband and pup a few houses down from us. Every now and then he stops by with my little cousin, brightening up our day.

Which is why she always loved Lex since we were kids. She has a soft spot for omegas. And is a fierce advocate for them.

Especially on account of their heat. She fought to have medication available to all omegas at school, so they don't feel fragile or run the risk of being taken advantage of.

Yeah, she's awesome.

"I'm with you, mom. No one should be in danger of being sexually assaulted. Least of all because of their own nature." - Sasha interjected, supportively.

"Of course not. But that doesn't mean your mother should venture outside of our territory to help out rogues." - Dad argued, not feeling charitable.

"Honey, no one feels the absence of our son more than me. Trust me on this. I think about him every single day and if it weren't for Ben or Sasha, I wouldn't get out of bed in the morning." - Mom stated, looking dad deep in the eyes.

Both my sister and I feel the heavy weight of her words. Mom took it very badly when Drew died. She blamed herself, dad... It was awful.

It took her a long time to recover from that. And it was probably due to the fact that she still had other children who needed her.

So my dad (all of us) takes her point very well.

"But I can't let fear guide me or my actions. I'm not saying I'm going to do anything reckless. You know me well enough. I just think something should be done to help these people." - Mom continued, sweet but sternly.

Dad kissed my mom and he smiled at her.

"You're a remarkable woman." - He complimented, looking enamored at her.

"Thanks. The Goddess wouldn't choose just anyone to be Luna, you know?" - She smirked with a cheeky grin.

Man, I love my parents. They fit so well together. Honestly, I would love nothing more than for Teddy to be my Luna.

"Speaking of Lunas, are you going out tonight as well?" - Sasha inquired with a curious expression.

"Of course I will. I need to recover from last night's disaster. I need a proper date before I run out of time to be with my boyfriend." - I replied with a slight frown on my face, feeling the time stamp on my relationship.

"Son, you shouldn't pressure yourself like that. Enjoy the time you have and the rest will take care of itself." - Dad advised me with his serene tone.

"Yeah I know, dad. I will." - I smiled at the thought.

Soon enough I'm back at my room, resting up before my date later on. Teddy would take me to a favorite venue of his. A surprise.

At this point, I'm ready for whatever may come. I just hope everything goes alright tonight.

Funny, this isn't my first date with Teddy and I feel jittery for some reason. I don't know why, but I'm nervous to be alone with him.

Not because I don't want to, I do. It's just... I'm scared of how disappointed I'll feel once I'm mated away from him to Goddess knows who.

But dad's right. I shouldn't put any pressure on myself. I need to enjoy myself and act like any other teenager.

It's late afternoon. Teddy showed up at my doorstep looking sharp in a matching ensemble that had me swooning.

Even his belt matched the snickers. We got into his car after he quickly said hello to my parents and he drove off.

"Are you okay?" - Teddy asked me with a nervous smile.

"I'm fine. I don't wanna concentrate on anything else except for us tonight. We deserve a night out." - I replied, somewhat tense.

I know I'm in trouble with my friends but that's tomorrow's problem. Tonight is my night and nothing is gonna spoil it for me.

"We do. I'm so glad you feel this way because I have a great evening planned for us." - He said with enthusiasm.

I smile at him excitedly. I'm so looking forward to whatever the night is gonna take me that I can barely contain myself.

"Fantastic. Lead the way." - I said, feeling giddy.

Teddy drove for almost an hour until we arrived at a nice cottage on the outskirts of the city. The place seems isolated, so we're definitely not going to be interrupted.

He parked the car in the garage and smiled at me.

"We're here." - He announced it.

"Where?" - I questioned, very intrigued.

"This is a cottage that my grandfather owns but it's not used often. After our little run in with the rogues, I figured we could use some privacy this time around." - He explained, just before opening the car door.

We exited the car and started walking towards the front door.

"Good thinking on your part. I just thought you were taking me out to dinner." - I commented, perplexed.

I genuinely didn't think he'd be so bold like this. But I'm not complaining. Unless of course I get really hungry, that's when I get testy.

"Oh, I am." - He opened the door and I could smell the wonderful cooking being done in the kitchen.

The place is a little rustic but beautifully decorated. We walk inside the living room and I see a couch, a table, and a fireplace to warm up the cold winter nights.

But what really impresses me is whatever is happening in the kitchen.

"I hired a personal chef to cook us a meal. That way we have the same experience we'd get at a restaurant but with the privacy of an intimate setting." - He informed me with a pleasant grin.

I'm legitimately mesmerized by this.

"I don't mean to pry, but how come the son of a civil servant and a security officer - I didn't use the word Delta because the cook is human - can afford a private chef?" - I'm gobsmacked.

Teddy smiled bashfully and I swoon. I absolutely love his beautiful smile.

"Well, my grandfather owns a bit of land in town. It's not much, but it generates enough revenue to support his family and spread around his grandchildren too. Though my mom gets most of it, of course." - He explained, shyly.

I understand not wanting to talk about money. I'm just thoroughly impressed.

"It must be some land... Do I know where it is?" - I couldn't resist the question, though I'm blushing myself.

"It depends. Have you ever been to the mall?" - He snickered.

"Wait, he owns the mall?" - I'm gobsmacked at the revelation.

"No, just the land where it's built. The mall administration pays rent to him." - He replied, still mildly uncomfortable.

"Wow. Now I understand why your house is almost the same size as mine even though not half as many people live there." - I commented, making sense of his fancy home.

"It's not as big as your house. You're exaggerating!" - He refuted, smiling bashfully.

The chef enters the living room.

"Good evening, gentlemen. Please take your seats at the dining hall. The first course is about to be served." - She announced with a polite smile.

Teddy and I go to the restroom to wash our hands. Then, we take our seats at the dining hall.

The table is already decorated to receive us, dishes, forks, spoons, glass, everything already set and ready to be used. It's a proper setting.

The Chef served us the first course, she said something in french and I pretended to understand what she's saying.

As soon as I put the food in my mouth, a moan passes my lips. I have lived my entire life being served professionally cooked meals, but this is something else entirely.

My goodness, it tastes so good. Now, this is what I call a date. I'm beyond impressed.

Each course she served it was spoken in a different language not in english. And each meal was tastier than the one that came before.

We finished with the dessert - of course - something belgian with chocolate that is simply to die for.

I'm stuffed, but boy was it worth it.

Afterwards, we complimented the chef with the highest regards I could think of. She thanked us and went inside to clean up and leave.

She had a sous chef helping her the entire time, even though I never saw him since he didn't leave the kitchen.

However, my nose can't be fooled.

"Oh my goodness, you sure know how to set a date. I'm thoroughly impressed by all of this. And the dinner was impeccable." - I complimented Teddy, as we took our seats on the couch.

He smiled at me. Each time he shows me his pearly whites I swoon.

"I'm glad you liked it. I can't have my first boyfriend not having a good time on a Saturday night." - He replied and I'm smitten.

"Speaking of which, I've been meaning to ask you. Why did you take so much time to ask me out? Is it because you were afraid of rejection?" - I asked in a serious tone and watched his face descend into a near scowl.

"Yes, I was. I had a lot to lose, for one. I didn't know how my friends would react or if I'd get shunned by them." - He admitted, painstakingly.

I can relate. Though I was never popular to begin with, everything changed for me once I came out in the tenth grade. I mean, the homophobia alone was terrible.

Which is why now I have a zero tolerance towards it. I've been bullied but now no one messes with me. Not anymore.

"I understand, trust me. If you had never spoken to me again, I'd understand. Even though it pains me, I get why you were so afraid. And I don't even know how the team took you coming out." - I said with some remorse.

I know I "made" him come out to be with me, but I can never regret it. Nevertheless if he didn't, I would've understood as well. I can't possibly judge him for it.

No matter how much I wanted to be with him, I can't judge someone for staying in the closet. And certainly he wouldn't be alone in Narnia.

"It was weird at first. You know how the locker room is, especially football. It's hyper masculine energy, so it took a while for the boys to get used to it." - He told me in a somber tone.

"But none of them ostracized me or treated me badly. It was just strange. But now they practically parade around naked in front of me like it's supposed to affect me somehow." - He continued, laughing at his last sentence.

I laughed as well. Straight people, am I right?

"Speaking of being naked..." - I started with a naughty grin.

Teddy's eyes immediately start glowing with desire, radiating pheromones which in turn affect me as well.

"I know we haven't discussed sex yet. But if you're not comfortable with the subject, I can wait--"

"I'm comfortable!" - He cut me off, eagerly.

I get wide-eyed and surprised at his eagerness. But it only serves to embolden me.

"Great. How do you want to proceed?" - I asked him, blushing at his intense gaze.

"Well, usually we get naked and have sex." - He replied in a matter of fact tone that had me giggling.

"I know that. But I meant which position do you want?" - I asked him in between laughter.

Teddy gets surprised by my question. I guess he didn't get that far in his mind.

"Oh. I see. I don't know. I've never done this before." - He replied, sincerely.

"It's okay. We don't need to make any decision now. But I want you to think about what you're comfortable doing. Okay?" - I suggested to him with a comforting expression, gently placing my hand over his shoulders.

"Okay, I will. But since we're already here and this is our date. Let's make out." - He proposed, grinning. He didn't have to say it twice.

We kissed for the longest time, while my hands softly caressed his neck and face. He whimpers when I stop, causing me to giggle like an idiot.

But I continue soon after and this is so worth it. I can see we're already hard for each other. I mean, his bulge is pulsating.

"Is it okay if we continue this over in the bedroom or is it too forward?" - He asked me, blushing.

"No, it isn't too forward at all." - I replied enthusiastically. He grinned at me and led the way towards the bedroom, though not before I used the restroom briefly.

Once we entered the lavish suite, the linen sheets smelled fresh. That means he prepared for this and I'm so excited about wherever the night is gonna take us.😏

A|N: I love me a double feature, especially with two black artists in a black character lead novel.

This is by far a first for me - and completely coincidental, if you can believe it.

Love,

Léo.