Fic: The Servant (15/?)
Kris returned to Prince Adam’s room. Although there was a small fire it was still really cold. Kris quickly undressed and climbed into the bed. He hoped Prince Adam returned in a good mood or at least in a forgiving mood. Prince Adam came into the room about an hour later. He immediately undressed and climbed into the bed. Kris shifted over to give the Prince more room.
Prince Adam apparently did not want the additional space. In fact he immediately pulled Kris closer and began kissing him aggressively. Kris was not sure what mood the Prince was in but he was definitely looking for some action. After fearing the Prince would shun him, Kris more than welcomed the Prince into his arms. Kris kissed him back and pulled the Prince on top of him.
“Kamea, I am sorry you had to go with Madu. I couldn’t stand the thought of him touching you.”
“He didn’t really touch me.”
Prince Adam kept kissing him and touching him with an almost determined possessiveness. He reminded Kris of a cat trying to mark him with his scent and erase everything else. Kris didn’t mind since it made him feel wanted. Prince Adam pulled away to grab some oil, “I really need to be in you, ok?”
“Yeah, I want that too, your highness.”
The Prince poured the poured the oil on his fingers and quickly prepped Kris. “Sorry, Kamea, I am being clumsy but I need you now.”
“It’s ok just stop calling me Kamea.” Kris tried to relax his body as the Prince entered him. Although it still hurt, there was an underlying feeling of completeness that overpowered the pain.
Prince Adam paused once he was fully seated in Kris and chuckled, “There truly is no place I’d rather be.”
Kris smiled, “Don’t get mad but I still think I love you.”
The Prince kissed him deeply and started moving in him. Kris placed his hands on the Prince’s hips and pulled him in deeper. Kris stared into Adam’s eyes wondering if the Prince would ever love him back. Kris felt Prince Adam stiffen and throw his head back in ecstasy. After his orgasm, Prince Adam smiled shyly, “Sorry, I couldn’t wait. I’ll take care of you.”
Prince Adam pulled out gently. He grabbed a wet cloth and cleaned Kris up. Still hard as a rock, Kris was hoping for more than a cleaning. Prince Adam put the rag away and kissed Kris down his neck. Kris watched as Adam licked and kissed his way down his body. Kris decided to shoot for the moon, “Can I…you know…do it to you?”
Prince Adam looked up, “I just came I think you would be sucking for quite a while before I came again.”
“I meant the other thing.”
The Prince laughed, “Kamea, servants don’t get to fuck Princes. It’s just not done but I am flattered you asked.”
Prince Adam’s statement was like a cold bath. Kris just looked at the Prince, “Mm…I am beginning to think maybe a lower class lover would be better. I can’t call you by your name, I can’t express my feelings and I can’t even touch you how I want.”
Prince Adam looked at Kris and shook his head, “Kamea, I am your master not your boyfriend. You know there are rules why do you keep forgetting them?”
“Because I am stupid, your highness. You are right. I am your servant so there is no need to please me back. Just let me know if I can be of further service and I will bend over. If not, good night.”
Kris turned over frustrated and hurt. The Prince pulled him closer, “I didn’t mean that I won’t try and make you feel good. Let me take care of you.”
“No need, your highness. You already did by helping me lose my erection. Thanks.”
Kris moved away. Prince Adam pulled Kris into him again, “Kamea, stop being difficult. This has been a very hard night, why are you pushing me?”
“I am the one that you gave away to your cousin, I am the one that had to spend the night with another man and I am the one that has to just accept ‘all the rules’. Please just let me go to sleep, your highness.”
Prince Adam sighed, “Ok, against my better judgment, you can call me Adam when we are having sex.”
Kris just put the pillow over his head to drown out the Prince’s voice. Prince Adam pulled the pillow off, “Did you hear me?”
“Yes, your highness. I am allowed to utter your name during the two minutes you are sodomizing me. Thanks but you always point out how stupid I am so that kind of leniency may just confuse me.”
Prince Adam frowned, “Kamea, are you being sarcastic because that seemed over the line. I already apologized for not lasting longer and offered to make it up to you. I am trying to be nice to you even though you are playing games.”
Kris was tired, hurt and finally confused by the Prince’s attitude, “What games am I playing?”
“The same games people always play when they want something. I am not stupid enough to fall for the same trick twice. The only reason you didn’t sleep with Madu is because he didn’t want you or you thought I was the better option.”
Kris felt crushed. Prince Adam really believed he was just using him. Kris knew Prince Adam’s emotions were running high so decided to just bury his own pain and make nice. “Your highness, I am sorry, it has been a long night for us both. Why don’t we just sleep and deal with it in the morning.”
“Ok, do you want me to do anything for you?”
Jump off a cliff. “No, your highness, sweet dreams.”
Prince Adam kissed Kris gently and just pulled him against him to sleep. Kris just allowed the Prince to snuggle since the room was getting colder. He fell asleep and woke up to voices in the room. It was fairly light so it was obviously morning.
“…Adam, you have to go see your mother. Her messenger cannot be bribed to pretend you had already left. Besides, it may be important since she rarely summons you. You are too far North not to visit and now is a good time. Leave today.”
“Raja, I need to talk with Madu and clear up the past. Things happened to him that I don’t know about and he thinks I kept quiet out of cowardice. I think his father really did a number on him. Do you know what exactly happened to Madu after his father caught us together?”
“Adam, that was a long time ago. I don’t even know what happened to you. Everything was kept hush-hush. I remember you being accused of rape and Madu being taken away for his own protection. Then you were beaten and locked up until the King pardon you claiming it was a setup and some poor bastard was executed. Madu’s mother recanted her accusation and you were spared. Madu stayed with his father’s people until a few years ago and then made it his mission to destroy you. Adam, this may be another game. Destroy him while you can.”
“Raja, you don’t know Madu like I do. He can be sensitive, sweet and honest. His father messed him up and made him hateful instead of loving.”
Raja became angry, “Adam you knew Madu when he was a child. As an adult he is vicious, petty and cruel. He is probably executing yet another plan to hurt you. I am sure whatever he told you to make you believe he is some kind of victim are all lies concocted by Madu. He is much smarter than you and a lot more devious. Adam, everyone knows you trust people too much. Go visit your Mother and let the dust settle. The past is the past, even if Madu suddenly doesn’t hate you nothing changes.”
“Everything changes. Madu and I were very close. He was my best friend growing up. We could-“
“You could what? Adam, you are slated to inherit the throne, you have a wife that needs attention and enemies to slaughter. The last thing you need is to cultivate a destructive relationship with a traitor.”
“Watch it, Raja. Prince Madu is still my nisca and as such is like my brother.”
“Exactly, Adam, and no one would ever look the other way if you and he…were…unnatural. I don’t know what was between you two all those years ago but tread carefully. You know the old prophecies. People would see that as a bad omen and the Agbekians would be destroyed. If you were smart, you would have killed Madu years ago.”
“Raja, why do you hate Madu so much?”
“Because he almost got you killed years ago and I always worry he will finish the job either directly or indirectly. Go to your mother.”
“Fine but do not take matters into your own hands. If anything should happen to Madu…”
“I give you my word that I will not harm him. I know you would be devastated and that would hurt our people. Adam, we have battles to win and I just don’t want you to lose focus.”
“Fine, I will head further North today but I will be back in month take the men further south to rest and be ready for battle when I return.”
“Yes, your highness. Have a good trip and stop wasting energy on things that should not be.”
Raja bowed and walked out before Prince Adam could retaliate. Prince Adam looked over at Kris, “Kamea, get up and help me pack. We are going up North to my family’s town.”
Kris quickly bathed and dressed. Prince Adam seemed too lost in his own thoughts to pay attention to Kris. Kris was glad for the break and focused on his tasks.
Madu came to the room an hour later, “Adam, Raja mentioned you were leaving today. I will remain here for another week and then head Northwest into battle. Unless you disagree, I have decided to let Neyou live and continue to serve.”
Prince Adam nodded, “He is your Captain and a good warrior. I just wish he would have been more honest but it is what it is. I have no quarrel with Neyou. Where do we stand?”
Prince Madu shrugged, “I don’t know I have been really busy hating you most of my life.”
“You didn’t always hate me, Madu. Look, I know a lot has passed between us and we are no longer children but I’d like to be friends again.”
Madu seemed to become angry at the Prince’s words, “You are right we are no longer children and I am nothing like the boy I was then. I am no longer weak nor would I ever let anyone affect my position again. Adam, I may have misjudged your role in what happened but it still happened. I do not want to discuss anything of the past but I am willing to move forward differently. I still question your leadership style, brother, and I am still going to make sure you do not screw up being King. However, I will refrain from intentionally spiting you. If it is any consolation, I would be more than happy to give Brad back to you.”
Prince Adam laughed, “No, I should thank you for keeping him. I am more than satisfied with his replacement.”
Madu looked at Kris and smiled, “Well, either you are a better judge of character or you got lucky. This one is far more loyal than Brad ever was and seems to genuinely like you.” Madu’s smiled faltered, “However, you cannot afford to lose your head over a servant and you still have an image to maintain. Do not lose perspective, brother, or I will be forced to intervene. Take care, Adam and I shall see you soon. My wife should be giving birth in a few months and if the goddess is willing, perhaps that will be a good time to rejoice. As King you will be responsible for my sister’s son but as my Nisca, you should visit.”
Prince Adam’s expression was unreadable, “I have not even met your wife, isn’t she very young to have a child?”
“Actually, no she is not that young. I did not take a child bride. I was supposed to marry her younger sister but we were not as well suited.” Madu laughed, “That is why I was delayed at the border last year. We had conquered the town of Tanerivo and I was awarded the youngest daughter of the chief which is Hanta’s sister. However, Hanta decided I was not worthy and was angry I had killed her husband whom she hated. One thing led to another and instead of killing me we married.”
Prince Adam did not seem too enchanted by the tale, “Do you love this woman?”
Madu looked at Adam with surprise, “Adam, are you jealous? You have a beautiful spit-fire wife which by the way was supposed to be mine. Surely, you do not begrudge me having made a happy match?”
“I am not jealous, Madu and I am happy you like your wife. I am just surprised you seem to have fallen in love.”
“Why? You of all people should know that is one of my flaws. I do tend to get my head turned no matter how much I fight against it. Now stop being immature about this and agree to visit.”
Prince Adam was still deep in thought and responded softly, “Are you attracted to your wife?”
Madu looked over at Adam and winked, “She has big blue eyes. How can I not be? Now, you must get on the road. Send your mother and Allison my regards. Kris, it was a pleasure and good luck to you. May the goddess protect you both on your journey.”
Madu bowed his head and left. Kris was not sure what Prince Adam was thinking and whether or not he was still hung up on Madu. The two had obviously been involved but to what degree, Kris was not sure. He also did not think Prince Adam would appreciate him asking. Prince Adam looked at Kris, “Why did Madu think it was a pleasure meeting you?”
Kris rolled his eyes, “Most people find me disarming and pleasant. Adam-I mean your highness, nothing happened between Madu and I except the kiss you saw. I swear to God.”
Prince Adam seemed satisfied and ignored Kris’ faux pas, “Let us be on a way. We have a long, cold journey. You will ride with me since you are still not used to the weather and too clumsy to be on your own.”
Kris resented the Prince’s low opinion but did not argue because he liked sharing a horse with the Prince. Plus, extra body heat would be good. Why these people lived in such arctic conditions, Kris would never understand. It was as confusing as the Prince himself.