Thread: Flames and Lies (Kaname Takashi & BloodandChocolate)

He wasnt wrong about his work prediction the next day. McBride and Vedenin had started early as instigators that day, both being very unhappy about Zhous choice of representative. Uchida Mai was a woman born and raised on the west coast and her views were very straight forward. Whoever did wrong was the party at fault and thus needed to be punished. In other words, no special treatment for the purebloods in New York. With a four to two vote on the matter, the motion passed. It was evident to everyone in the room that the lone changeling was on edge though. Usually meeting his aggressors taunts and snide remarks with calm retorts or silence, Genesis had actually snapped at both men a number of times throughout the meeting and Adelaide once for trying to ask if everything was all right. Genesis had apologized to her of course, but he still regretted it. Alistair wisely dismissed them earlier than usual, sensing the rising tensions in the meeting room. Genesis was rather brisk in packing up his things and with another apology to Adelaide he was out the door. He didnt get far though when an arm darted out and pulled him roughly into an empty meeting room right off the main hall. Genesis hadnt expected it and turned around to yell at the transgressor, fangs bared when he realized how it was. Raymond Pierce, as handsome as ever, stood in front of the now closed door with his arms crossed over his defined chest. What the fucking hell Ray? The changeling asked angrily, setting his briefcase down on the nearby desk. Got an interesting textAdelaide said your behavior was rather curious and Zane said everything was all sunshine and rainbows. Knew that was one giant pile of steaming bull shit, especially after you nearly bit my head off just now. The changeling leveled the other man with a look, face blank. Come on, spill it. Its none of your business, just a small disagreement between Zane and I. We were fine this morning. And they had been, Zanes fingers running up and down his arm had been nice, then when the youngers phone call ended they had cuddled, they had breakfast together. Nothing out of the ordinary. It was Rays turn to return the look. If Zane knew Genesis the best the older pureblood was a close second. So instead of fighting it, the changeling sighed and leaned back against the desk behind him. The older man told him everything and by the time he was done he felt lighter. So basicallyhe doesnt want to be a dad? Ray asked quietly. I dont knowit could be that or it could just be having a biological kid? I have a feeling its the first. I mean, we could adopt but its hard, it could take years and thats if we get someone whose not prejudice. Genesis sighed, tilting his head back and looking at the ceiling. Its fine though, if hes not ready hes not ready. Maybe I can try again later down the line. You know something Gen? The snark in Rays voice caught the changeling off guard and blue eyes turned to the man in question. You always give in to him, whatever Zane wants he gets with you. For once he should be the one to give in. Ray. Genesis voice was exasperated, he was always defensive when his lover was being criticized. Its not a puppy, you of all people know that. Youre the father here. Thats a long commitment and Im not gonna make him do anything he doesnt want to do. The pureblood approached him, boxing him in against the desk with one arm on each side. But youve waited. What if he's never ready, what if it's a hundred years from now and he still says no? Gently Genesis rested his forehead against the taller mans chest. Then I guess Ill wait some more.or you know, Ill get a puppy instead. Less commitment. He laughed before looking up and meeting Rays hazel eyes. Zanes the only thing I dont wanna have to give up. Silence lingered between the two. Feel better? Ray asked, hand pushed the changelings bangs out of his eyes. Genesis nodded, relaxing. They talked for a few more moments, Ray assuring the changeling that hed soon stop by with his daughter. Unexpectedly and when Zane was home alone. For revenge. He stated, making Genesis laugh. As he finally left the building, the ancient vampire sent another text to Adelaide to apologize. He really did feel better after baring everything to Ray, which was great because he was supposed to meet Zane at the tailors to get him fitted for a suit. Genesis didnt drive, he had a handy werewolf to do that for him, and as they pulled up to JB Clothiers he was actually looking forward to be shopping. At this time of night the store was closed, at least to everyone who was not Genesis. Zane was standing outside of the shop, not doubt waiting for the older vampire to arrive. Stepping out of his car, the changeling made his way over to his lover. There was a slight knot in his stomach, but there was something he needed to say. Hello, love. He greeted. I just have one thing to say and then we can forget I even brought it up. Genesis grabbed the younger mans hand, placing their fingers together. I just wanted you to knowit is okay, to say no. To it all. He swallowed, looking Zane straight in the eyes, he wanted him to know that hed be fine. Ill be okay, sohow about we go look for something that makes you look even more devishly handsome?