Regret12
Disclaimer: Xiaolin Showdown is not mine or are the characters and everything that comes along with it; I am not making money out of this.
Looking down at the boy he felt so peaceful. He gently caressed the boy's cheek; they were so smooth and soft. Then his hand traveled down to Jack's neck. He gazed lovingly at the boy's face. So beautiful simply perfect.
He lowered his head and nuzzled the boy's hair, inhaling his mate's scent. Only one word could describe it, intoxicating, almost to the point of being addictive.
The beast purred, and Chase was overcome with the feeling of wanting to feel the boy's body, skin to skin. He wanted to bask in the boy's warmth and to feel the smooth and soft skin.
He was caressing the boy's sides when he felt Jack stirred. This paused all of his movements and his gaze concentrated on the eyes lashes that were fluttered as the boy slowly opened his eye. At first, there was confusion in the boy eyes and then he closed them again as he snuggled closer to Chase's heat then all of a sudden his eyes snapped open and looked up at the baron's face.
Jack panicked as the owner of the heat he was pressing himself to register in his mind. He had first felt so comfortable like a sun dried warm fluffy blanket, but then he felt the steady heart beat. It was like a soft lullaby… wait…heartbeat?! Last time he checked he slept alone. That caused his brain to work overtime in registering the situation.
Jack was horrified to notice that he was in the master's bed and not only that the master was WITH him! He knew he was going to get punished for sure! What he had done is the most horrendous thing that anyone could ever do. He knew that he was going to die because of his impertinence. He started trembling and tearing up. He looked at the maser with frightened eyes, he could only hope for a swift and painless death.
Chase frowned when he saw the boy so scared of him. It made his heart ache. It felt as if he was cut open with a very dull knife and all of his insides were exposed and fed to the crows. He loved almost everything about the boy but the terrified look he could do without. He held the boy onto his chest and rubbed his back with one hand and held the boy's head with the other while murmuring soothing words in his ears.
Jack was shocked by this. The master was holding him with such gentleness and was even comforting him. He didn't know what to do, he was so confused. Didn't the master hate him? These last months have been a testament to that but now, why the sudden change? He didn't want to question the baron since it might make the older man angry at him, so he just stayed where he was. The soothing words reaching his ear made him feel so peaceful that eventually his tense muscles relaxed and he stopped shaking. The baron was so warm… he sighed and leaned down against the sturdy chest in front of him. It felt nice.
Chase smiled as he felt the Jack relax in his arms, he could have laid the boy to bed once again but having the red head in his arms felt wonderful and it was as if this is where the child belonged. His hands that were on the back of Jack's head moved to the boy's face and pulled so that Jack was looking up at him. He gazed down at those beautiful ruby eyes. Just those eyes would put all of the jewelries he had ever owned to shame. They were so clear and full of life.
It was true that the eyes were the windows of the soul because he could clearly see the life that reflects on them. Then he looked at those luscious lips. He leaned down slowly inching his way towards the sweetest treat he had ever come across.
Jack's heart was pounding. He knew his face was flushed. He felt so embarrassed by the way his master was looking at him but he felt frozen and couldn't move. All he could do was stare at his master's amber eyes. He felt like he entire being was being stared at. They were like spears that pierced through his soul, leaving an opening so that the older man could see his everything. The baron's eyes shines like the sun. it reflected unimaginable strength and power, that one can't help but he humble by them. They seemed to reflect the power to destroy and annihilate all that would oppose him, it was so scary and yet… at the same time, they also showed great passion and loyalty that would protect all that are dear until the last breath. He could feel the raven haired man drawing closer. It was like the baron's body was calling him and all he could do is surrender.
KNOCK, KNOCK "Master, I've brought the food" Clay's voice seemed to echo around the room.
Jack's blushed even more and looked down at his lap like it was the most fascinating thing on the planet.
Clay entered the room and was stopped in his tracts by the baron's glare. Then he had the opportunity to assess the situation. The master holding Jack in his arms and the poor boy was looking down and was blushing like his life depended on it.
Oh, oh, wrong timing, Clay thought and dreaded the retribution that would befall upon him by disturbing the baron. But really! It wasn't his fault, he was just following the master's order of bringing in the food. It wasn't like he WANTED to intrude! Heck, he was happy that his master looked happy and that Jack was alright since the kid was like a little brother to him now, but if there was one thing that he had learned in all of his years of being loyal and in service to the baron is that no matter what, NEVER argue or reason out to the baron, unless asked to of course. It would be entirely useless and would only cause more hurt. So he just stayed in place waiting for the baron's orders. It was the safest bet.
Chase growled, he didn't like being interrupted and he most certainly didn't like any other males being near his mate. The beast was practically screaming MINE!!! He knew the beast would not allow anyone else beside himself near the child for now until he had marked the boy as his.
Chase was about to say something when he heard Jack's rumbling stomach. He sighed. As much as he was irritated right now, nothing comes first other than his mate. He beckoned Clay to come and prepared the food beside the baron's. Then he dismissed the servant.
Jack was looking down at the amount of food in front of him as his stomach made another sound. It had been so long since he had anything decent to eat and his mouth watered at that food. He had been used to eating only bread and fruits.
He wanted to reach out and eat but he knew better. He clutched his left hand tightly. Yes, he thought, he knew better.
Chase was looking down at the child currently sitting up beside him in bed. Jack was looking down at the food but made no move.
"Jack… aren't you hungry?"
"Uhm… I am master"
"then why aren't you eating?"
"I… I don't know if I'm allowed to master… I … do not wish to get punished… again"
Jack held his left hand tighter and remembered the pain of it being crushed. It really was his fault. He shouldn't have taken anything without permission (even though they were already being thrown out). Even his sister said that stealing is bad so he knew he deserved to be punished. And he also knew that he would never make the same mistake again.
Chase's hands clenched. He was drowning. Drowning in guilt and shame. He had hurt the one that is so precious to him. Why? Because the boy tried to 'steal' bread that was already being thrown out. Jack had lost his left hand for such a useless reason. And it was all thanks to him. His chest was constricting and his heart was aching. He suddenly felt angry at himself for his aggression and his stupidity. No one deserved to go thru that, especially not his treasured mate. He knew if Jack would ask him the world, he knew, he'd deliver it at the boy's feet in a silver platter. His mate should not be left wanting. His mate should have everything and anything his heart desired, it was only right. But because of his foolishness, his mate had thought otherwise and even wounded. He inhaled deeply and then took the boy's left hand and placed the bandaged appendage on his lips. Giving it a remorseful kiss.
"I promise, at this very day, you shall never be hurt ever again and I will make sure to never leave you wanting for anything. I promise to protect and care for you till the day I die."
"m-master?"
"You are my most precious and most important person. I want and WILL give you all of your heart's desire."
Chase looked seriously at the boy while uttering these words of promise.
It left the poor boy speechless. The baron said that he was his precious and most important. No one had ever said those words to him and the baron had said then with such conviction and sincerity too. He didn't know what to think. But deep inside him, he felt so happy at hearing them, especially coming from the baron.
Chase kissed the palm and nuzzled it with his cheek. He gently squeezed the hand and smiled sadly at the boy.
"Now, won't you eat something my dear? I've asked them especially for you"
Jack blushed; the baron had actually taken time to think of him. He was so happy and it would be rude to refuse.
The baron's features soften as he saw the boy began to eat. But then he frowned as he saw the boy having difficulty using the utensils because of his left hand. He took them from him and he sliced the boy's food for him and even spoon fed the child.
Jack blushed as he was being treated like a little kid but never the less took the kindness that the baron was giving him.
Which made the raven haired man give off a small smile since he could now properly take care of him mate the way he should've been doing in the first place but he knew deep inside he would never forgive himself for what he had done. He had committed the most unthinkable crime there is.
The prince of darkness vowed, that he would set everything straight from now on.
Cherry-Anne Sponge- yes, being possessive is actually due to the beast wanting to make Jack his own. I think Chase deserved his suffering. But I think the lemon will come much later, you know, shotacon and all that. Thanks for the review ^_^
Shadir- yes he is and by all that is sweet and fluffy, He deserved it! Hope you're still enjoying the story. ^^
ChaosGirl08- NO WAY!!! Clay is more like the brother figure to Jack in this story, I just can't even imagine a ClayXJAck, though i have nothing against the pairing it's just that I've always seen Jack with Chase. And yeah, he didn't know Jack's name cause even during their 1st encounter he didn't ask and didn't even make an effort to know. Yup he's stupid. Thanks' for the review and hoped you enjoyed reading
Hriven- yeah, one day Chase is being all cruel the next all sweet. Thanks for the review and enjoy ^_^
xsmokeandmirrorsx- well... I'm not really into typing those you've got to as that from pink. *Shudders* but thanks for the review ^_^
I dont give- yes i sooo totally agree ^_^ Chase has a long way to go but hey, a long journey begins in a single step right ^_^
Freaku- yes, chase is an idiot but i don't know about the drama though... and Chase doesn't strike me as the talkative one he's more of a 'kill-now-ask-question-later' type of guy for me. he speaks more in his actions ^_^ and yes, there will be that fruit! but much later since i don't like shotacon but there will be a lot of lov'n ^_~