I Scored Myself A Mate

Even though his wounds began healing pretty fast he still looked horrible, bruised and cut everywhere. He had never felt insecure about his appearance but right now as he neared to his destination he got frightened. What if Daniel saw him like this and was disgusted?

His father's factory was enormous. A huge building made out of heavy stones that could fit inside hundreds of people. It had a huge dirt yard surrounding it and its many roofs had funnels on top, darkened by the smoke. Adam had to jump over the wire fence to get to it. He could already see a few children playing in the yard but his eyes couldn't spot the one he needed to see. 

With Markus' help he climbed, feeling his ribs burn, and landed messily on his feet. They circled the factory all the way to the back to find Daniel sitting alone in one of the few benches they had. It was a cement construction, more looking like a simple block rather than a bench someone was supposed to rest to. He didn't notice them immediately and Markus actually excused himself pretty fast, leaving him defenseless in front of the beautiful boy. His steps were slow, as he couldn't walk properly. Hearing the sound of his shoes dragging on the dirt Daniel's eyes landed on him. He tilted his head to the side, examining his appearance and he gasped. He jumped off the block and ran towards him, giving him a shoulder to support himself. 

"What happened to you young lord?" he asked and helped him sit. The material was hard and cold. For a second he thought that standing could probably be better but since Daniel brought him there he couldn't complain. 

"I..you see I fell. It was a nasty fall indeed." He lied not wanting to reveal to him the truth about his father. As it seemed he still didn't know who he was, probably he thought of him like a rich kid. He wished for it to remain like that. "How are your wounds?" he asked. "I am Adam by the way."

"I am Daniel." He said with a shy smile. 

"I know." Adam responded and both of them chuckled. The older wolf wanted to slap himself. What kind of attitude was that? Chuckling like a small child. What kind of feelings were those? He wondered surprised with his upsetting heartbeat. It was raging and they hadn't exchanged more than a few words yet.

"You know young lord, I know what I say might sound a bit mean but seeing you like this, for a second I thought that we might have something in common." Daniel said and Adam looked at him filled with curiosity. 

"In common? And what could that be?" he asked. 

"The beatings. For a second I thought that…it's silly really but it was like you weren't that far away." He told him and looked away. Adam could see his cheeks turning a slight pink as he averted his gaze. "Oh, my what has gotten into me. I've only seen you two times and this is what I am telling you. How disgraceful." Daniel said. Adam could understand though. Daniel was probably around sixteen or seventeen years old yet, he couldn't feel it so clearly as he. The truth that Adam was too scared to accept. A pull that was inevitable, a possessiveness and a hunger that was almost haunting. It was a bond. A very disgraceful bond indeed between two men. Two men of completely different statuses. It was terrifying and every time the wolf would think about it more seriously he would shiver scared about what he would have to face but right now he didn't want to think. He just wanted to be here, admire his pretty face, hear his voice and just ignore the terrors in his mind. Tonight, with the moon as the only witness he just wanted to be next to him and get to know everything about him.

"It's alright." Adam said, not wanting him to feel insecure. "I understand. We can have something else in common. It doesn't have to be something so brutal." He said and Daniel scoffed, as if he was lightly mocking him. 

"What could you and I have in common sire? I mean, it's obvious. How different we are. You know how to read and write. How to eat properly and say fancy words. I am just a slum boy." 

"You can learn how to read and write, I can teach you." He offered and Daniel smiled. 

"I won't need it. All my life I will just be here, work at the factory. Why would I need to learn how to read and write? I am a nobody" he said with a saddened smile that upset Adam. 

"No! Everyone should know how to read and write, knowledge brightens the spirit and strengthens the mind Daniel. You shouldn't reject it." 

"I am not rejecting it. I am not even given the chance." He said and Adam's eyes widened. Yes, that was right. Daniel and him were completely different. While he got the privilege of denying things he didn't even have the right to dream about acquiring them. Him and many other kids in his age had been forced into this life by his father. Suddenly an urge started to grow within him, a secret desire that made his grey eyes lit up and a smile grew on his face. 

"Daniel I have an idea!" he said. Out of the blue he seemed extremely excited, like someone had blew life into him again. He grabbed Daniel's hands, taking them in his as he spoke. "I will give them the change. To you and to other. I can teach you together with Markus. You can read and write. I will show you." He said and Daniel smiled brightly. It was the first time that someone was offering him something. 

"Really? Are your words true?" 

"Yes, I swear on my family name. I will help you." He said and Daniel suddenly just fell into his arms. Hugging him tightly. Adam's arms wavered in the air for a while, he stood frozen unaware of what he should do until he relaxed, his hands enveloping Daniel's small body. He was so fragile, his frame fitting perfectly into his arms and a warmth spread all over his chest. 

"You know" Daniel said removing himself from the embrace. "You are not like the others. You are great." He said and Adam laughed. It was the first time someone was actually praising him. It felt good, seeing Daniel look at him in the eyes with admiration. He felt like he was special to someone. Like he mattered.     

"Thank you Daniel." He told him and patted his head. His fingers traveled on his ponytail, playing with the long strands. Daniel blushed but didn't move enjoying the gentle touch. Maybe he should keep his hair like this forever so Adam could brush his fingers through them, slowing like a soothing lullaby Daniel felt his whole body relax. "You are so pretty." Adam mumbled and instantly froze. He didn't mean to say that out loud but somehow the words had escaped his lose lips. His hand stopped playing with Daniel's hair and he took it away, afraid that he would make him feel uncomfortable. "I…I am sorry I didn't mean to…" he began saying. 

Nothing else was said though. Now words no sounds because this time Daniel was the one acting irresponsibly. He moved his body forward and kissed him. Bringing their lips together in a sloppy and inexperienced kiss. Both of them were aware that they were doing it slightly wrong, their techniques not the best but it felt like their whole world was spinning. Who could imagine that from a kiss, something so simple Adam would feel like the whole world would change. 

"I want to see you again." Daniel confessed. "I…don't know what this is. I know that it might be wrong but I need to see you again." Daniel confessed and Adam smiled. He was the same. So worried and so in love. He needed to see him again too, because now he knew he wouldn't be able to live without him. 

And they did meet again, sneakily into the night with their moon their only light. In between trees and at the back of the factory. Exchanging kisses slowly getting better, sharing their dreams and laughing. The night was their only comfort as it was the only one who wouldn't judge them. Adam would sneak out every single night getting back home at dawn. He secretly designed the start of his school, the one who would give these children a chance and after a lot of convincing Markus joined them too.

Everything was perfect, for two whole months and the two boys never even sat down to think of their differences. They only needed each other to be happy. Their mate bond was that strong and Adam now finally understood why they called it sacred. He couldn't believe how blessed he was. 

Unfortunately, his bless would soon turn into a curse because his father would find out. 

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shivers, just shivers

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