His gaze went down and he noticed the man was wearing a black vest without a shirt underneath. He could trace his lean smooth chest that was covered in a peck of glitter. The man was simply gorgeous. All he wanted to do was to stare at him, but suddenly the man on his side cleared his throat.
"Hey man stop staring of what's mine! Just do your job and gave him some drink! You prick!" The man said as he wrapped his arms around Ash waist possessively. Ash flinched at his actions. He didn't like what the man had been doing but he was left with no option.
"Very well Sir. Sorry for my rudeness." The bartender replied and handed him a glass of drink. The man bowed down his head and got something in his pocket. While the man on Ash side was busy the bartender gave him a wink causing his cheeks to blush. The man chuckled, amused by his reaction before he turned around and went back serving the other people in the counter. He followed the bartender's every mo
The guy smiled back and leaned up in an attempt to kiss him. As his body shifted, Ash kicked out, aiming for his groin, and the guy suddenly jerked in pain. Ash grabbed his right arm and twisted it behind his back until he was shrieking in pain."Get down on the ground," Ash hissed, just loud enough to keep his voice above the club's pounding music.The guy resisted, thrashing wildly against Ash hold. Ash struggled to keep his grip. The guy was definitely bigger in stature, and the tight confinement of his skinny jeans made it difficult for Ash to maneuver effectively. Ash looked up, searching for Team. He spotted his bestfriend trying to weave through a thick throng of people."Let go of me, you little prick!" the guy shouted as he glared at Ash in disgust."Shut up." Ash glanced around again. Across the club, he saw Seth and Rose attempting to detain the two girls who were with the guy. He needed Team, now, but hi
Team was still struggling with the man with dreadlocks, but, judging by the amused expression on his bestfriend face, he knew that the situation was under control. Seth and Rose were wrestling another man to the ground, attempting to handcuff him. Neither of them seemed to notice the other man with the wounded arm staggering toward them. Without a second thought, Ash readjusted the dagger in his hand and let it fly. It sliced through the air with a whistle and sunk into the back of his thigh. He bellowed in pain and crashed to the floor, alerting both Rose and Seth of his presence.Ash looked over and found Team trapped in a chokehold, his back to the dreadlock man's front. Before Ash could move, Team curled in on himself. The man was launched over Team back and was slammed to the ground. Team flipped the dreadlock man over and twisted his arms behind his back before cuffing him. Just before he rose to his feet, a gun shot rang through the air.The
"Are you all right?""Y-yes. I can manage this little wound, Mr. Beauty." Ash blushed at the endearment of the man but he quickly shook his head. He needed to attend the injured man for God's sake! He applied gentle pressure against his wound to stop it from bleeding. After a while he tore a part of his shirt and wrapped it around his wound. Just then Team came up to them and Ash glared at him."Look what you did Team!" Ash hissed at his bestfriend in annoyance. He was beyond pissed that the innocent one was being injured because of his rash actions. Team flinched at the accused tone of Ash voice and titled his head to stare at the man injured."I'm really sorry. We didn't mean to involve and injured you on this operation. I was pretty confident he wouldn't dare to injure you. But he's such a thick headed bastard and did it despite of his disadvantage. As a compensation, we will make sure that you will be able to go home safely and
To say that Ash was nervous was an understatement. He was wishing that he could turn back the time. The scenes earlier from the club was playing on his mind like an infinite playlist. He was nervous and freaking out as realisation dawned on him that this Alexander, the hot bartender who was in the club was now on his apartment. And then there were just the two of them.The temptation was becoming irresistible.Ash quickly shook his head as he tried to calm down his nerves. He grabbed the medicine kit and went back to the task on hand, grabbing the things he needed to tend Alexander' wound. He really need a serious distraction before he will have a growing problem on his lower region just because the man was sex on legs. He released a heavy sigh before he got out from his bedroom and proceeded to the living room where Alexander was laying on his sofa.When he came into the living room he noticed Alexander' e
"Uh, I am sorry." Ash just apologized as he bowed his head as embarrassment washed through him once again. Alexander just chuckled and was amused of his reaction."It's okay Mr.Beautiful . I can clearly understand. I assumed you're not that fond of socializing people aren't you?""Ah. Yes. It's not really my thing to . . . you know. Socialize with people." He finally smiled as he replied to Alexander. And for the first time since tonight he found himself relaxing towards Alexander."Then stop trying. You know it's not good. I don't want you to feel uncomfortable in your own apartment. Besides, I am already grateful that you helped me to tend my wounds.""No, it was nothing really. It was our grave mistake in the first place. I am really sorry about what happened Alexander. It was never our intention to involve you on the operation a while ago." Ash apologized as he scratched the back of his neck with his hand becaus
Ash then unconsciously gripped the pendant and lifted his head to meet Alexander' gaze."Ash, that pendant. It was . . . beautiful. I have never seen a perfect angel carved and used as a pendant's necklace." Alexander said as he continued to stare at the necklace with amusement reflected on his eyes."Ah Yes. It was given to me by partner, it was formerly Team but for some reason, he gave it to me.""Is Team your boyfriend?" Ash nearly choked at the sudden question of Alexander as he stared at him in disbelief."What oh no! How could you, why would you think and ask about that? Of course not!" Ash was blushing furiously as he tried to regain himself from Alexander question. Alexander in return shrugged back and asked him further."Well, you two seems very close. Plus you said your partner gave that to you. So it only made sense that you two are in an intimate relationship.""No! God
"Ash-" Alexander tried to stop him from saying more, as he could feel the pain that emerged through Ash as he was regaining those dreadful memories back. But Ash shook his head and heard nothing as he continued to burst everything out."Jess and Team were the only ones who remained in the their family bloodline. The two of them were so closed together despite their almighty egos. After all, it was just the two of them that was left in this world. But then now that Jess was gone, Team was left with nothing. He was the only sole his family that survived in this era. He couldn't bear it. He wanted his sister to live in his memories as an immortal one. That Jess was just out there somewhere, that one day she would come again. He didn't want to be reminded of it. He tried giving out this necklace to anyone, but he doesn't want to break down in front of other everytime he was being reminded with the pendant. And so he gave it to me.""He gave it to his so
"What is your question once again, beautiful? You really need to ask me straight questions as I will never understand you." Alexander said as Ash felt his lips formed a smirk beneath his ear. 'Oh the bastard! He was truly enjoying my torture!' Ash cried on his thoughts as he tried to recollect his thoughts to retaliate at the beautiful man in front of him."Why are you in that club? Did you know that they were using drugs? Are you also a drug addict?" Ash finally had the courage to voice out his thoughts and just like that, Alexander lifted his head and leaned away from him. They were staring for a few seconds as the lustful tension between them was slowly fading."You wound me, Ash. Do you really think as magnificent as me will take a risk to destroy my oh so delicious body that everyone will die for? Drugs will definitely do me no good. It will make my luscious kissable lips darken like a dead one. It will make my body as dry as a cactus on a dess
The four of them stood frozen as their eyes shifted back and forth between Ash and Seth. The room was filled with silence as they digested the information about what was going on."The Queen of the Shadow Clan? What the hell is going on, Ash?" Ash released a heavy sigh as he shared a knowing look with Seth. Seth nodded as he went into his room and grabbed his laptop."Okay, before we begin this, shall we all take a seat while Seth is gathering up his things?"The four of them stared at Ash in confusion before they nodded reluctantly and went to find an available seat. After a few minutes a pair of small, quick steps rushed downstairs. Seth came in as he sat on the chair near the table and set up his laptop. After sorting out the information he gathered he turned his laptop to the audience. Four sets of eyes stared at his laptop and widened their eyes as they recognized the symbol.The f
Five hours have passed since Ash let Rose and the group roam around the city. He walked to the kitchen room of the apartment they rented and poured himself a cup of black coffee to make his system more alert. He just woke up from his sleep. The moment Alexander left, he immediately went to the nearest bedroom. The breeze of hot, humid air was making him weak. At first he thought he would enjoy the cold air around Wausau, since the city is covered with hemi boreal forests, not to mention their location is near the great Wausau River. But then he was wrong, he forgot to check that the temperature around the city during May is rising fast to higher temperatures. And because the heat was weakening his body, combined with the exhaustion he feels on his mental and emotional state, he allowed himself to finally have some sleep.But he didn't regret it at all. It was the best five hour sleep he had in his life, considering the tough situation they're in. And now
"Afraid I might change my mind?" Ash said before he heard the door slam shut. Ash was about to stand and turn around to head for the bed when the door slightly opened once again and there revealed the figure of Alexander."Are you sure you aren't coming, darling? It's boring to be here all alone, you know. I assure you, you will enjoy touring around Wausau.""Thank you for being thoughtful, Alexander. But really, I am fine. I seriously just want to sleep today. I am tired and exhausted. Maybe some other time, if we will have one. I promise then I won't be a killjoy anymore and join the fun. It's just that right now—"Ash statement was interrupted when he suddenly felt a pair of warm arms wrap around him."I know. I know you're too stressed today, Ash. But please don't push yourself. You can share this burden with us, you know. We're all in this together. And your sister is right, you need to loosen up. This case takes a to
The next morning, everyone was busy as bees as they unpacked their things, setting up the tools and the information they gathered for their investigation."Ah! God I am dead tired! You know, we all deserve to have some break. We will not start commencing an operation until tonight. Why don't we gift ourselves with roaming around the place and enjoy it during the mean time? It would be a waste if we don't get to enjoy the beauty of Wausau." Rose whined as she sat on the sofa and let out a heavy sigh."No can do, Rose. I am sorry that your first case is nothing but a shitty one like this. But as soon as possible we need to stop the Balck Clan. By tonight, I want us to be fully prepared in case something will happen.""Ash I know how serious and critical our mission is. But can't we have some breath of fresh air? I think anytime soon I'll combust from suffocating on everything that's hanging around my head right now." Rose h
Thankfully, their seats were not too far from each other, they only need to turn around or tap on their colleague in the front row. The seating arrangement inside the train is composed of two columns, with an aisle of the center. 3 people can occupy per row on the right column while two people can occupy per row on the left. Since majority of them are already in a relationship, they chose the 2 person per row."Well, I doubt you both are still single. But for technicality purposes, let's say we get a 3 seat row because obviously, we already have couples in the group. Either of you wouldn't want to become a third wheel for the lovebirds, right?" Rose teased as she threw them a wicked smile when they were reserving their seats on the internet.Ash couldn't help but groan when of course, he is paired with Alexander in the seating arrangement, seeing as they're the only ones who are still "single"."Hey, how lo
Ash couldn't help but groan at the thought. He dropped his head in defeat when he suddenly felt a sharp pain on his forehead."Ouch!" Ash yelped as he massaged his forehead as it bumped into the front seat."Why so glum, plum?" Ash eyes widened as he heard the beautiful melody of Alexander silky voice. He lifted his head again and took in the exotic beauty of Alexander. He was wearing a white thin shirt with its three first buttons hanging open. It was so thin that Ash swore he could make out his lean torso. He wore black spiky pants that matched his spiky hair that was covered in silver glitter. All in all, Alexander was just as breathtaking as ever."Nothing. I guess I am just too stressed up nowadays." He said flustered as he could hear Alexander footsteps coming towards him. Not a minute later he was embraced with a warm pair of arms and a blush stained his cheeks when he felt a light damp around his forehead, signali
Ash certainly forgot about Alexander as well as their confrontation until he appeared on Thursday morning with five big suitcases with him. They were momentarily speechless because of the amount of baggage Alexander had to bring to go to Wisconsin. It's as if he's going for a trip around the world, not for an investigation."Ah, Alexander, just so you know, we are not going on a vacation trip. We are going for an investigation and mission. It's not that we will stay there for weeks, or months. We might even just stay there for a day or two, depending on the results of the mission. So I don't think you really need to bring so much stuff." Ash said as he raised his eyebrow nervously, he was a bit hesitant to voice out his concern to Alexander, afraid that he would be the object of his wrath. It happened to him once when he interrogated Rose about bringing way too many clothes on their 3-day field trip and Rose gave him a very col
He sighed in defeat and let his shoulders down as he apologized to his siblings."I—I am really sorry. You guys don't need to suffer from this kind of cruel situation. You don't have to do it, you know. I can handle it. Plus, technically you're not adult warrior yet so you don't need to feel obliged to join me. I—""Cut the shit, Ash!" Ash gulped as he took in the deathly glare he received from both Rose and Simon."We already told you, didn't we? We're all in this together, Ash. Don't let that bastard falter your perception of yourself and our group. And no matter what you do, you can't change our decision. We are friends, goddamn it, you are my brothers Ash, and I, no, we will not leave you no matter what!"Simon screeched as he gave his brother a murderous look. The last thing he wanted is to be angry with Ash. He knew about Ash inferiority complex an
The past week had been such a wreck that Ash even managed to let the confrontation slip from his mind. They've been looking through the internet for transportation and accommodation options to be able to travel and stay in Wausau, Wisconsin where they can save the most money. Aside from that, they also had to bring some gadgets, maps and other tools they needed for investigation. Not to mention they needed to prepare for their basic needs, like food, personal expenses and weapons for fighting, and some extra medical supplies in case they got injured during the middle of the mission.Fortunately, Seth managed to convince their parents to give them some money to support their mission. It was never a problem reaching out to their parents for support as they loved their children more than the authority. But the hardest part was to give some support to them, without the Authority knowing. It was hard when all of their personal savings, accounts, assets and pr