A/N: Okay, I get it. It's been over a year since I updated this one, and it's mostly because I couldn't find the drive or inspiration to continue. I almost regretted posting this one and was prepared to delete it because of it, but I promised never to abandon my fics, no matter how long it has taken me to finish them. Well, before I babble on… here's Seth's interactions with Paul. Enjoy!
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With the New Year closing in and the media coverage finally dying down, it seemed that Seth was free to live his life again without any paparazzi flooding him with questions that he didn't even know the answers to.
Ever since Emmett poured his heart out to Seth, he's become resilient on approaching the topic anymore. He was more confused than ever now, especially since Jacob wanted a chance too. Why? He wasn't sure. Everything Seth believed in was tossed out the window once he gave the two men the ultimatum. Now the man regretted ever giving the option, he was okay with the one-night stands now.
Now there was Paul. The moment Seth became caught up with the love-triangle situation, Paul's been insistent on meeting once again, sending the man flowers and gifts, begging the event planner to call him back. But Seth was too cowardly to call the man, or even show his face at the gym that Paul owned. The same gym that Seth was a member of, and the same gym that Seth had missed his daily work-outs. Seth was miserable to say the least.
But today was different. This time Seth was going to be brave and take on the day as it would play out, and that didn't matter if he would see Paul either. Seth had to be strong and tell Paul that he was no longer interested in relationships, just relations. Seth was sure the man would understand, after all; Paul had a reputation for keeping men and women in his little-black-book. Seth wasn't interested in being with a man who he could never see settle. He didn't want any broken hearts to fix.
With the morning sun rising in the sky, Seth walked proudly with his gym bag to the cab that awaited him. Usually Seth would take the sky train, but ever since his safety seemed to be put at risk, he decided a taxi was safe until he could afford his own vehicle. That, and the cameras would hopefully leave him alone completely.
"Where to sir?" The driver asked.
"Lahote Gym." Seth informed the man.
Even though Paul's gym was one of the major gyms in Seattle, and the success of it was enough for any celebrity wanting to join with the full VIP package –the exact same Paul gave to Seth at no extra cost- Paul refused to franchise his business. One gym was good enough, and that meant that spaces were limited.
"So how are you today Mr. Seth?" The driver asked Seth, knowing Seth as a regular client
"I'm doing fine Rodriguez." Seth replied with a smile, "just busy as usual."
"Ah," the man conversed, "still in demand I see?"
"You have no idea," Seth chuckled, "I've barely had time to take care of myself now that I'm planning the city's biggest New Year party."
"Well I hope you had the chance to enjoy your holidays." Rodriquez smiled again, "the wife and me just got back from the in-laws."
"Glad to hear," Seth replied, "hope they aren't still giving you troubles?"
"Not with this charm," the man teased before pulling over, "have a nice day Mr. Seth."
"You too Rodriguez." Seth departed, handing the man his tip before then.
As Seth took a step on the street, he couldn't feel more refreshed as he realized that this side of the city was definitely greener and surrounded my nature. This was way better than the polluted airs back in the city where you couldn't tell if you were smelling food or the toxins from the construction site down the street. No, here he could actually breathe and enjoy it. The trees, the ocean close by.
Instead of being caught further in the moment, Seth slung his workout bag over his shoulder before taking a swig of his water and checking his laces before taking off for his run down a couple blocks where the gym was.
When he arrived at the gym, it was if Seth expected the place to change slightly, but it still looked like the same place he came to work out every second night, or whenever his schedule fit in.
Taking a deep breath, Seth walked in the front entrance, pulling the swinging door open and slipping his iPod into his bag before zipping it up and making his way to the front desk. Grabbing his wallet for his gym pass, he was approached by a familiar face he had known the first day he walked into the gym. Jessica Stanley, the gym's receptionist and the first smiling face you'd see as you entered.
"Sethy, Sethy, Sethy," the woman smiled with a giggle, "I was beginning to think you've forgotten all about us."
"Well you know me," Seth replied innocently, "busy, busy, busy."
"So I've heard," She smiled again, "or read."
"Well you can't believe everything you read." Seth smiled back before leaving for the locker rooms, Jessica in toe.
"Oh, c'mon Seth, you could at least give me the juicy details hon," She teased. "I won't tell Paul."
"I could care less." Seth pretended to ignore.
"We both know that's a lie." Jessica continued to follow, not caring and knowing that Seth was the first to arrive that day. "You and Paul can't keep your hands off of each other."
"I highly doubt that." Seth argued, "Besides, Paul has more on his agenda then to fit me in."
"Someone sounds jealous." Jessica teased again.
"I could care less." The man shrugged, changing his shirt and pants.
"Then why has it taken you at least two months to come back here," She mocked, "you've never been known to miss over two weeks without a workout. I know it drives you crazy."
"Which is why I'm here," He half-smiled before closing his locker. "Now if you'll excuse me Miss Nosey, I have a treadmill calling me name."
"Fine, fine," she put her hands up in defeat, "but sooner or later you're going to have to spill."
"I promise you'll be the first I call, k' Jess." Seth chuckled before making his way out the door and downstairs to the treadmills.
As much as Seth tried to ignore the fact that Paul could be anywhere close by, he wanted to avoid him as much as possible. But he was sure by now that Jessica has told him that he was here by now. At least, knowing that there were other clients that would be coming in as well, Seth knew he'd be safe from Paul's advances. At least he had hoped.
Rather than worry about any of it, Seth tuned out the world again and blasted the music on his iPod. It felt like such a relief for him to burn off some of the stress he had been carrying, and knowing that he could let it all out, he was looking forward to a stress free day.
That was until he spotted him.
Instead of going into panic-mode, Seth watched the man walk across on the floor above him, in clear sight until he disappeared down the hallway where his office was usually located. Since his workout session was close to an end, Seth decided to finish up before making his way to the showers and making his escape.
For the moment, Seth was a bit nervous seeing Paul, but it was more of an excitement. With all of the mixed emotions, Seth was unsure if he could ever tell the man that he no longer wanted to see him. But could he be strong enough to. Paul had always been the seductive type. Seth was sure that he wasn't the only client that fell for Paul's exterior and cocky attitude. Paul knew how to flirt; it was one of his many talents.
Which made Seth think, why him? Literally the man could have anyone who came into this building, so why did Paul choose him as one of his victims? What was so special about him? Sure Seth's confidence level wasn't at his best, which is why he always question why three of the handsomest men he had ever met, wanted a moment of his time.
Why woo him?
It didn't make sense how all three of them practically wanted his attention. How they wanted to be a part of his life more than they already were. It was as if Seth needed to find out if it was true what Paul had said in his note. Did he really mean everything he had confessed? Did Seth want to find out?
Deep in thought, Seth hadn't realized until now that the lights began to flicker. Pulling his earbuds out of his ear, he began to look around the lonely locker room. In an instance, Seth began to worry, frightened that he might have ended up in the wrong place at the wrong time. Grabbing his things and quickly shoving into his bag, convincing himself that he could just wait until he got home to shower; music started to play lowly before picking up slowly.
This puzzled Seth.
The song was familiar. Very familiar he was sure that he was exaggerating the moment for what it was.
The man harmonized, "I'mma care for you…." Strangely the lights flickered again.
"Hello?" Seth called out, unsure how to respond.
"I'mma care… for you, you, you."
The lights then dimmed down as soon as the beat dropped. It was if the locker room had been turned into some sort of dance room, lights flickering, steam simmering across the floor just as the silhouette appeared around the corner. A tall silhouette, slowly approaching Seth as he dropped his bag next to him, his breath hitched, his quivering anxiously. Seth was lost for words once the face became familiar.
He should have known he couldn't hide from the man's agenda.
Seth remained still, his breaths shaky as he watched Paul glide slowly towards him, circling him as if he was the older man's prey. Of course, that just might be what it was. Seth couldn't move. Seth couldn't deny the man as he reached out and caressed his fingertips across the younger man's lower back, causing Seth to bite his lip to hold in any noise that might escape.
Paul smirked, knowing his half-smile could seduce anyone he pleased. Right now, his efforts were being put into making sure that Seth was falling weak in the knees. Which is why Paul placed one of his hands on Seth's waist, with the other slipping to his neck as he let his nails lightly scratch the sweat off the younger man's skin, earning a hiss just as Paul ground his pelvis forward, grinding his growing muscle against the younger man's rear.
Like a motion, their bodies slowly swayed back and forth as Seth reached his right hand over to grab onto Paul's hand that held onto his neck, slowly pulling it away towards his face, pressing Paul's hand against his cheek before kissing Paul's thumb with his plump moist lips. By then, Paul was already placing kisses on Seth's neck, pulling the younger man closer to him to feel their bodies mold together, gyrating to the rhythm of the song. With the other hand, Paul reached under Seth's shirt, slowly pushing it up, groping his hands up and down Seth's abs, biting onto his neck as if he wanted to taste every bit of him.
This is what Paul wanted. No one could love him like Seth could, and Seth had no clue that he had this power over the older man. In fact, Seth felt powerless at times when it came to Paul, when indeed, Paul would simply melt into Seth's hold if he had asked him.
It was lust when it came to Seth. No, Paul showed nothing but passion for Seth, and every day he found himself falling more for the man. This was Paul showing Seth just exactly how much he meant to him. He'd give this all up if he could just have him. He'd stay faithfully to Seth if he just said that one word.
Lost in the moment, Seth grasped onto Paul's hand that was under his shirt, holding it against him as he grinded his rear into Paul's noticeable erection. Without hesitation, Paul quickly pulled Seth towards him, turning the man towards him with on hand on his ass, and the other on digging under the elastic band of Seth's shorts, sliding his hand down to feel Seth's heated skin, to feel the man much closer as his digits slid down the crack, the older man massaging Seth's entrance, causing Seth to fall back while Paul held onto him, his tongue licking Seth's chest to taste every bit of him.
By then, Seth was hopelessly in the man's grasp, and he didn't give a damn as he felt himself get closer and closer to Paul. One of his legs were already wrapped around Paul with the other foot planted on the ground, his arms wrapped around Paul as he leaned into the man's chest, biting his lip in attempts not to moan out an embarrassing scream. Little did he know, Paul craved to hear the man moan in pleasure as he held onto his lover, his fingers still accessing the one spot Seth felt so vulnerable.
With little effort, Paul lifted Seth's other leg and wrapped him around his waist, his arms now tightly grasped around the younger man as he leaned forward with Seth's back against the wall. The music still blaring the same song, Paul was now ravishing Seth's neck while his hands were sliding up Seth's sides and under his shirt until he could pull the muscle-t over Seth's head.
"Wait, wait, wait, Paul!" Seth panicked, his body nearly exposed while being hoisted against the wall by his lover, "we could get caught. We're in a locker room of a public gym."
"Don't worry about it baby." Paul moaned, "it's my gym, everyone's gone."
"How'd ya… did ya…" Seth stared at the man puzzled, "of forget about it…."
Paul chuckled as Seth gave in. Seth's hands now holding onto Paul's neck and cheek, deepening the kiss he craved. Paul was pleased to oblige, his tongue digging into Seth's mouth, latching onto his lover with such passion. Seth moaned and kicked off his shoes and socks, sending them in different directions before latching onto his lover once again.
In a moment of almost losing their balance, Paul pulled back with Seth still in his arms until they sat on the open bench behind them. Seth now on Paul's lap with Paul's hands reaching for Seth's rear once again. But before he could continue, Seth pulled onto Paul's shirt until he removed it entirely.
Just as the room was getting steamier than expected, Paul lifted Seth until he lay on the bench below him, pulling his gym shorts off until his lover became fully exposed to him. Paul bit his lip to see such a beautiful being below him. His thoughts where disturbed for the moment when he noticed the Seth had leaned forward and began to unbutton the jeans that Paul had on; it was the only thing Paul had on.
"Going commando I see." Seth teased.
"I knew you'd come sooner or later." Paul chuckled.
Before Seth could respond, Paul lifted the younger male, resting him on his lap where Seth's rear was now sliding down the foreskin, precum seeping with the warm touch as Seth's cheeks squeezed Paul' cock slightly. With every movement, Seth held onto Paul's sweaty frame, trying to hold his breath as he remembered just how big Paul was.
Paul bit down on Seth's nipple, earning the moan he'd been waiting for from the beginning. It was always something about the way Seth cried in pleasure that made Paul turn into a different man, a man that wanted to dominate his lover and claim him as his.
It was difficult for both men to hold their composure. Seth was trying his best not to take control like had wanted to, that and he knew the fact that Paul wouldn't let him. Seth loved that about his lover. Being treated special; being treated as if he was the most special thing that Paul has ever touched made Seth feel vulnerable and needy.
Paul wanted more though –so much more. So more is what he demanded as he lay his lover on his back, grinding his solid member in the crease of Seth's ass until the tip of Paul's cock touched Seth's exposed entrance, almost sliding in until it flicked forward, making both men cry out in ecstasy.
Quickly, Paul lifted them both until he held Seth up, Seth's legs wrapped around him as they staggered towards the counter where Seth's bag was, knowing exactly what they both were searching for. It was always Seth's habit, and Paul knew the man for it, so Paul knew exactly where Seth kept the condoms and lube.
Tearing the wrapping open, Paul eagerly slid the condom over his member before slicking it with a generous amount of lube. Seth watched as he bit his lip, wanting to feel Paul's touch, eagerly waiting for the man to take him and claim him, but not before Paul began to prep him with his first two fingers sliding into Seth, causing the younger man to curse while he grabbed onto his own cock, stroking it, his legs spread out while he leaned against the mirror behind him, Paul still magically working his digits inside his lover.
"I need you…" Seth whimpered.
"I know baby…" Paul breathed heavily into his ear. "I need you too!"
With three of his fingers stretching out his lover, Paul couldn't wait any longer but to feel the inside walls of his lover surround him. With a grunt, Paul lifted Seth again before aligning his member with Seth's exposed member, the tip gently pressing forward while Seth hissed, begging for more pressure. Paul hoisted Seth up by his leg as he pushed further in, the head of his cock slowly disappearing, heat surrounding his dick making him crave more, more until he was entirely engulfed in his lover's heat.
Paul waited for the go ahead from Seth, watching him intently until his lover adjusted to his size so he could have sort of motion. It was then that he noticed that Seth was already moving slightly forward, pulling Paul towards him with a nod. Paul obliged as he pulled back until he was almost exposed, practically slamming his cock back in, resulting Seth to curse into the air, leaning back with his hand stroking his own cock.
With every motion, Seth cried out in pleasure just as Paul would cuss, satisfied with the tightness of Seth's surroundings.
Seth leaned forward, his legs still hoisted up as he wrapped his arms around Paul's frame, tightening his body around Paul until Paul could barely move with just his pelvis being able to rock the pair back and forth. Seth felt much closer to his lover, but Paul didn't like it, he wanted to have room to take control, room to dominate his mate.
So rather than asking for it, Paul lifted his lover again until Seth was hanging onto Paul's frame, his arms only being held by his clasped hands around Paul's neck as Paul stood and lifted Seth by his rear until Seth slid back down onto Paul's cock. This motion remained for a few moments until Paul wanted to feel Seth underneath him.
Again, Seth was on his back, on the bench with his legs now being lifted over Paul's shoulders while the older man continued to thrust into him. Seth could've sworn he had seen stars if it weren't for the slight tingling's and pains he felt in his lower back and rear. But these were tinglings he very much enjoyed.
For a closer touch, Seth's legs were brought to Paul's sides so Paul could finally make love to Seth the way he had always wanted to.
Seth opened his eyes to see his lover looking down at him, leaning into to taste his lips again, only this time Seth could feel the passion and love Paul put into it as they continued to rock up and down. Seth could only cry out Paul's name as Paul attacked his neck, Paul's feet pressing against the floor as he deepened his thrusts, Seth's hands sliding from Paul's sweaty back down to his rear, grasping onto Paul's muscled rear as expected to pull Paul even closer and deeper into him.
"I'm so close Paul." Seth could feel Paul's body rubbed together, causing friction for Seth's member needing to be touched.
Seth reached between them and tended to his member just as Paul began to pick up the pace, sweat dripping down their bodies, heat permeating through their bodies, hearts pulsing at a rapid pace. They both were close, it was just matter of who would reach their climax first.
Seth couldn't hold it in much longer. His body quivered and shook as he felt the bliss go through him, causing him to latch onto Paul and tighten every muscle in his body while the shots of cum streamed between them and onto their stomachs. Paul reach his hilt the moment he could feel Seth tighten around him, milking the man until his muscles flexed, his massive frame still rocking forward until he could no longer feel the liquids drain from him. His curses dying down to moans of defeat as he found himself laying on Seth's chest, panting to catch his breath.
Moments later, after coming down from their highs, Paul pulled out his softened member and slid the condom off before leaning forward and pulling Seth closer, kissing his lover as he now rested on Paul's lap. Seth deepened the kiss before finally standing to grab the towel to wipe them both off, the music still playing loudly.
Paul stood next to Seth, wrapping his arms around Seth's smaller frame, pulling him closer to him to take another kiss.
"P-Paul, I-I…" Seth stuttered as he looked up to Paul.
"I know, I know," He let out a deep chuckle, "you're still not ready."
"How? But I?" Seth wondered.
"I know I'm not the only one." Paul said, "I'm not surprised by it either, you're so damn beautiful."
"No I'm not." Seth argued.
"It's whether my opinion matters to you or not baby, just know that it's how I think of you. Listen," Paul reached forward and brushed his hand through Seth's hair to move it out of his eyes, "I get that you wanted something more from me, and I didn't know until then that I was actually courting you." He smiled at Seth, "and if I knew that someone was wanting you just as much as I do, I would've asked you to be with me sooner."
"You're asking me to be with you?" Seth looked at the man shocked.
"I am, but," Paul looked slightly saddened. "I know that you're confused of what you want right now. I have my work cut out for me, and I know I may not be as wealthy as you're other suitors, but I know I can love you just as long as them."
"Love me?" Seth asked nervously.
"I don't believe in love at first sight, and I still don't," Paul admitted, "but I do believe when the time is taken and when one person gets to know another, love happens. The times I spent with you have to be the best, which is why… if I have to keep fighting for you, I will."
"I really don't know what to think anymore." Seth admitted.
"I know," Paul smiled again, "which is why I'm not going to rush you. I want to continue to see you until you feel you're ready to make that decision, all I ask is that you don't play with my heart. I may not show it, but I'm a man of feeling, and I strongly feel, that you are the one for me."
"Okay, well," Seth continued as they put their clothes on, "I have to make a condition that has to apply with whom I'm dating."
"What is it?" He asked.
"No more sex." Paul chuckled, "I'm serious, I don't want to base any of this on the sex we have. I want to be fair with all of you. I don't want to end up alone at the end of this because I can't stop having sex with all of you. Besides, it makes me feel like a man-whore or something."
"I can assure you that you're not," Paul laughed, "but I can understand and I promise not to pressure you into anything. Difficult as it may be, I'll do the same too. No sex."
"You can't be serious Paul…"
"No, no, no, I mean it." Paul said in a serious tone, "no sex until I'm either taken, or I'm a complete single man."
"Where is everyone?" Seth changed the subject, noticing the building was empty.
"Home." Paul wrapped his arm around Seth's waist. "It's my gym anyways, I can do what I want."
They both shared a laugh until they reached the exit, ready to say their goodbyes.
"What's your address?" Paul asked.
"Why?" Seth asked unsure.
"So I can finally get to know you how I want to." Paul shrugged, "it's only right that I get to know the personal side of you too."
"Fine, here," Seth grabbed a pen and wrote it on a piece of paper Paul handed him, "but please call before you come."
"Promise!" Paul leaned against the door frame with a cheesy grin, "now can I have a kiss before you go, or are kisses out of the question too."
Seth reached up to the man and kissed him.
"No, you can always have a kiss."
Like a foolish school girl, Seth walked away with a blush and his gym bag slung over his shoulder. For once, for the first time he was able to see the vulnerable side of Paul. Something he would never had expected. Paul was never the one to settle, and just moments ago, the man admitted to want to spend his life with him, how could he accept that when it took so long to get there.
Well not exactly, Paul always made it clear that he would always make time for him, and was insistent before on getting to know Seth more about his life. Seth just was never comfortable enough about taking Paul back to his home when he felt Paul wasn't boyfriend material.
As Seth continued on his way home, he became more lost on what to do. He was confused and frustrated. Seth had to admit that he was afraid that the three men were making a fool of him. Some cruel game that could leave him with a broken heart.
It was all because of the stupid ultimatum that Seth had given to them that they started acting and admitting things he would never expected. In a way, Seth kind of hoped that the ultimatum would set him free and neither Jacob, Emmett nor Paul would want him.
This was one decision he didn't want to make.
But it's one they would want him to eventually choose.
A/N: I'm hoping the next chapter will be the last, it really depends on you guys, which means if you want another chapter, reviews are required. Oh, and I'll be posting a poll on my page to help me decide in the end, it won't determine who will win, it will just help me decide.
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TurnItUp03