The kiss was light but he felt it vividly in his sleep. A shy smile formed on his lips as he turned to the sneaky offender.

"What time is it?" He didn't have to open his eyes to know who it was. This person's body warmth and scent were etched on his body. 
Wrapping his arms around Eros's neck blindly, he searched for his lips for a better kiss.

"Few past seven. Time to get up, baby." The replying voice was soft and full of affection. The hand on his waist moved along his body, going upwards, stopping on his slender neck. 

Jaejin smiled against Eros's lips and gave in to him. 

The initial touch was fleeting, teasing him slowly with his tongue. Rose chuckled when he heard Jaejin's protest and gave in a deeper kiss. A slow burn turned into a wildfire. Hands moved across bare bodies and moans of discontent filled the air. 

Impatient, Jaejin kicked away the quilt and flipped Eros onto the bed. Thankfully Rose sensed his meaning and helped him in the execution. 
"If you continue, I will finish what I started last night," Eros whispered against his lips. He gritted his teeth when Jaejin sat on his firm cock and began to move slowly mimicking their kiss. 

"I..I.."

"You're not ready. I'm okay. You don't have to rush just to please me." Eros gave him a doting smile to chase away that apprehension on his face. He knew his love. It was too early in their relationship to go that far on the physical side of things. 

Last night he pampered Jaejin and made sure he was satiated before he fell asleep. His job can be seen by the love marks on his back and chest. 

"I feel uneasy. Maybe I should research more," Jaejin muttered. Stimulating Eros withered away, leaving him on the thought of watching more particular videos.

"It will be my honor to be your test subject."

Jaejin felt himself falling and panicked slightly, he realized Eros pulled him down to the bed and was now cuddling him in his arms.

"Your mother and uncle will be here in an hour for breakfast then our outing."

"I forgot," Jaejin said with a pout. His face became solemn at the thought of who would be at that outing.

Shaun made a change to their meet-up and moved it to a day outing at a small amusement park. Eros chose this day because of Jaejin's class schedule and for them to get past this uncomfortable phase. 

"Still wary?" 

"Yes. Anyone will be in my position. This person created a relationship with you. That's an accomplishment. Why did you open up to him?" Jaejin was curious about this after learning how cold and indifferent to people outside of his circle.

"Simple. He was entrusted to me by one of my Generals. I was new in Pasadena and wanted to step out of my comfort zone. I made him my roommate. When our sexuality was revealed and he was a shou, I offered him a proposal. During that time, I learned to open up and be comfortable with myself. There was no romance. It was just sex. I formed no major affection for him. Not like us."

"Oh." Jaejin found it incredible to have a sex-only relationship. Is this a move only mentally mature people can do?

"Please don't think bad of me."

"No. I'm not." Jaejin came out of his stupor and realized how honest and forthright Eros had been with him. Trust was now building between them, anything could shatter that. He had to believe in Eros and also trust himself when he meet Shaun. "I kind of wish that I was the one to pull you out of your comfort zone," he said with a pout. 

Eros laughed softly and held him tighter. "Cute. My sweet Jin is so blind," he teased.

"Huh?"

"You did, baby. A simple example is this moment right here. I considered talking a waste of energy before but now I want to talk to you every day, listen to your crazy thoughts, tease you just to see you blush, and even go on random dates. Shaun can be said to be able to pry open my defenses a small bit but you broke it down in one fell swoop. You are so precious to me, my sweet Jin." Eros's last sentence was said in a whisper that rested in Jaejin's ears and imprinted on his heart.

He held Eros tighter and felt his worry and unease dissipate as he turned over those words in his head. 
"Thank you."

"It's all good."

                                                                                           ~~~~~~~~

Breakfast was held on the balcony under the morning sun. Mother and son were chatting with great enthusiasm while the uncle and partner had their own subtle conversation. 

The chat between Eros and Ji-Hun had a few words but lots of meanings. By the end of the talk, Ji-Hun was relaxed, he could freely move about with Eun-Kyung after so many years. With the money saved, they can get their own house or even set up a business to live carefree. He will have to hear his woman's opinion. As Easterners, living in this country may have some setbacks but her son is living happily here. 

That'll be for another day.

"We will be out for the day. Rose wants to introduce me to a few friends before they leave the country..." Jaejin was telling his mother about his plan for the day and how his relationship was faring. He saw her eyes moving to the bracelet on his left wrist and the curiosity was clear in her eyes. 

It will be the same for anyone.

The design was unique and the crest was eye-catching. One look and you will be curious about the history of it.

Jaejin's fair complexion reddened when he remembered last night.

"Eros gave it to me last night. It's similar to an engagement ring in his family when they choose their partner for life. I'm his!"

Eun-Kyung held her son's hand, gently touching the bracelet and glancing at the young man on the other side of the table. As a mother, she will have her worries about their relationship and how worthy her child's partner is of him. Seeing this bracelet and hearing the meaning behind it, she wonders if it's too early in the relationship to make such promises.

"Mom." Jaejin could hear the wheels turning in her head.

"You accepted this ... 'proposal' so soon. Are you sure?" She had to ask. 

Yes, they acknowledged the young man but it's been a mere few months much less weeks and now they are talking about forever with each other. This will worry any mother's heart.

"Yes. I believe in him and he loves me wholeheartedly. I know you're worrying about our future and how challenging it will be as a same-sex couple but believe that we will fine. There will be more twists and turns but we can still have what male-female couples have. It's okay, mom."

After a few words, Eun-Kyung stubbornly agreed to let go of her worries and watched on from the side.

Its his life. She can only watch on as he lives it.

                                                                     ~~~~~~~

"Your clothes are already picked out!"

     "Thanks. Are you using this backpack?"

"If it's the red one then yeah!"

For the first time, the once scarcely used penthouse felt warm, cozy, and lived in.

Eros and Jaejin were on their way out, putting things in place last minute for their outing. Both were silently excited after each other made an off-handed comment about this being their first time at an amusement park.

For Jaejin, that was not in his childhood wishes; he knew what to ask for and to accept. Eros on the other hand didn't indulge himself in those things as past times.

The two were in the walk-in closet, putting together a backpack for Jaejin while Eros slowly adjusted to the clothes his partner chose for me. It wasn't flamboyant or deviated from his simple, low-key luxury aesthetic but the casualness was a new thing for him. Suits and high-profile outfits were his daily clothing.

The distressed jeans, high top sneakers and the branded t-shirt were different from his oversized cardigan and simple jeans. He looked like a rich kid college student in Jaejin's choice. 
"Where did you find these?" he asked. Eros can recall all that he bought yesterday and these things weren't there. The shopping consisted of things for the penthous and Jaejin.

"I found them at the far end of your side. The tags were still on. I thought you bought them and forgot. Didn't you?" Jaejin answered as he helped choose a pair of earrings to match his.

"No. Hmmm~ Probably Mama did. She has a tendency of filling in our blindspots," Eros commented. He stood still and allowed Jaejin to put on his jewelry, taking that time to unabashedly gaze at his beautiful face. 
Eros wasn't ashamed to say that his partner was beautiful. Jaejin can be considered a male beauty in his native country and a pretty model in the US. 

"But... you're all adults." Genuine confusion was on Jaejin's face. Eros talked about his parents a lot, especially his mother. That woman was the backbone of their family and the one to tame their father and his wild seed - them. Jaejin was looking forward to meet such a domineering woman. To handle a mafia boss and the kids who cut from the same cloth requires talent. 

"We are still her kids, no matter what age." The proud smile on Eros's face was truly adorable. It was clear how pampered he is by Arianna Delacourde. 

Jaejin couldn't be annoyed with the guy. He's the same with his mom.

"Alright. Alright. Let's get moving." He lightly slapped Eros's cheek and turned to leave the closet.

"I heard you have to use cash at that park. Do you have? I need to get some." 

The question caused Jaejin to slightly stumble by the innocent question. It was then he remembered this guy is a plastic man.

"I have from the last time..." Jaejin stopped when he saw Eros's frown.

"That was weeks ago."

"Love, you gave me $1000 plus a credit card, on top of that everything is catered to me. What do you think will be the outcome?" Jaejin replied with an amused look on his face.

"Oh~ Then I will get some for myself."

"Where?" Jaejin couldn't help but ask when Eros moved deeper into the closet.

"Follow me." 

Shrugging his shoulders at the mysterious words. he followed Eros to a sleek dark wood cabinet. He was curious of that from day one but never asked. It had no handles and was built into the wall.
Eros placed his palm at the center of the middle door and lightly pressed against it. The audible click was heard and the door was opened.

"Ah~ The rich and their toys," Jaejin said aloud.

He received a quick glance over the shoulder from Eros with a scoff of laughter. He cleared his throat in embarrassment and rubbed his burning ears. He placed his attention on the three shelf  display that was filled with .... phones? watches and belts?

The hell.

"These are GPS accessories. Its only used in times of emergencies or long separation. For example, if you decide to further your career overseas, I will gift you one of these. Nico, my cousin from the Italian chapter, and I have created a network for the families on that concept. We can't always be around each other, its best to put up safe guards and stand by help. These belts were added a few weeks ago."

The last sentence had a hidden meaning and Jaejin caught it.

".... weeks ago. We were in our 'getting to know each other' phase," he said softly.

"You were mine the moment I laid my eyes on you."

Domineering.

"Um... hehe... okay."
Jaejin's awkwardness and blushing cheeks softened Eros's heart greatly. Does this guy know how cute is?
He reached out and touched his face gently before going back to his original actions.

The second shelf was lightly lifted with another click before the entire shelf slid down revealing a medium size safe.

"So cool," Jaejin muttered. He's a guy. He couldn't help it. 

The rich have all the fun.

"This opens with biometrics and key code. 753951. If you need cash that's the code. Come here, let me register you."

Jaejin didn't move. He stared blankly at Eros.

"This isn't different from the access permission to my office. What I earn will also be yours. What you earn will be yours. I trust you, baby," Eros said softly. He tugged at Jaejin's hand to come forward but the guy won't budge.

"I'm not with you because of ... all of this. I sincerely love you." This was bigger than an office. This was Eros's life blood that he's willing to share. 

Eros looked at him with the softest expression he ever displayed to another person. His entire body was relaxed in Jaejin's presence. He found it amusing that the guy didn't know how much he was treasured. Eros didn't mind. If it takes him their entire life together to show him, he will do it with no objections.

"I know, baby. Take this as me showing my understanding of your love."

On hearing Eros's words, he stepped forward and followed the step by step then watched on as the safe door opened. The two stood together and viewed the contents of the safe. Eros was indifferent and Jaejin was basically numb and trying to process everything that has been happening to him since he met this Mafia Prince.

Jaejin narrowed his eyes. "Does this count as eating soft rice?" he asked himself. The question was spoken aloud without his knowledge and he continued to speak to himself.
Eros stayed silent and listened to his little mutterings. 
"Aigo~~ I'm a little wife. Well, a working wife? Hmph. I have a career. It can't reach his level but I can bring home some bacon. Dammit. The roles in this relationship have solidified now." Jaejin was lost in his thoughts, oblivious to the man next to him who was trying his best not to laugh. 
Eros leaned forward and pressed a kiss on Jaejin's cheek.

"Wife. Though I love to hear your monologue. We have to get moving," Eros teased.

".....Ahem! Yes. Go ahead." Jaejin's ears and neck were flushed and his cheeks were the same, embarrassed - how many times has his mouth led him to this state? He really needs to be careful with his thoughts.

"The cash is Four Million USD. The cards on the side are ours. The first four are mine, Two with ten million USD, and the other two respectively are five million Won and five million Euro. The remaining two are recently added. They are yours, five million each in USD and Won. They are all emergency funds. The cash can be freely used." Eros explained the concept behind the funds and the people they have in the major banks. 

Every time he explains how deeply his family entered the industries and government establishments, Jaejin's view of the world grows wider and wider. To infiltrate so many places and grow over the decades, the leadership must be strict and talented, not to mention ruthless. 

"Umm... why is the lowest note a $20?" Jaejin was the supervisor as Eros retrieved $2000 from the safe and entered the deduction on a touchpad on the door when he noticed this.

"That's the lowest we use," Eros replied. 

"Excuse me?" He followed his partner out of the closet after closing up the safe and the cabinet, but hung up on that sentence. What did he mean by that?

"A $20 was the lowest note I have ever seen since I was a kid. Father says anything lower is a waste of energy to use. Our allowance has always been sent to our debit cards and loose change were like $50 or $100."

Listening to that explanation, Jaejin realized they were both social virgins. Socializing is a new fad for them. Going to places like restaurants, parks, and malls was novel to them. Money?! - their concept of money differs and it wasn't enough for them to survive properly. 

When Jaejin came to Pasadena he stumbled along the way with Adam's support. Now everything is done for him. Eros has some independence but he has people around him to help him function. 

They were both pampered princes.

Meh, it's an easy life, no need to worry.

"Your father's views are very profound. It can be learned," Jaejin commented as they left the penthouse.

"Well, he did raise his four kids in his image."

So being domineering can be taught and inherited.

                                                                              ~~~~~~~~~

The amusement park was half an hour away from the city, giving the couple a bit of time in their 'two-person world.'

Eros made it his duty to drive while their body guards followed with a three- car envoy. They will accompany them at a distance at the park grounds to give their group some privacy. 

~~

In the parking lot waiting for their arrival, Shaun was doublechecking the tickets and the park maps while Ryan repacking his backpack. 

"The sun is getting fiercer why don't you put on your sunscreen now?" Ryan coaxed.

"Fine. If I don't let you, you will worry for the next hour or so." The helpless smile on Shaun's lips was paired with doting eyes as he looked at Ryan. 
The blonde actively retrieved the sunscreen and applied it to his lover's arms and face meticulously. He didn't care about their image. His sweetheart's health was important. 

The sight of an elegant and handsome blonde tending to a tattooed man was a contradictory image. The two experienced this a lot. It reached to a state where its mistaken that Shaun was bothering Ryan in public, being a hooligan because of his tattoos. 

Imagine their surprise when they reveal their relationship.

Ryan was Shaun's healing balm. He's patient, thoughtful, careful and firm in more ways than one. Ryan allowed Shaun to let go of his fears and low self-esteem which led him to be confident with himself and his sexuality. 

There will always be hate and non-supportive groups but its his life to live, not theirs. 

He was happy with the man who loved him freely and won't hide him in the dark.

Shaun found the person he was meant to be with. 

"Are you nervous about meeting Delacourde's lover?" Ryan asked softly.

"A bit. I don't know what to say to someone younger than me. Won't he feel overwhelmed in this group? He must be a great guy to capture the young master but his personality isn't known. I think he'll feel awkward in meeting me. Knowing how honest Eros is, he would know everything that happened between us," Shaun replied with a weak smile.

"It also takes a strong mentality to be with a Delacourde. I think he'll be fine and understanding."

Shaun thought of the partners who are presently with the prominent people under the seal. It sure does take a special someone to be with them. 
"You're probably right."

The two made their way to the little park beside the venue and waited on the arrival of Eros and Jaejin. 

The wait wasn't long. 

Fifteen minutes later, a dark metallic gray Mclaren 750S entered the parking lot followed by three Audi A4s. 
They made their way over when the car engine was switched off and the car doors opened. The two were struck dumb when a sunny beautifully handsome young man jumped out of the car and made his way over to them. His black eyes were bright and pure as he looked between both of them. He leaned his head slightly to the right in a thoughtful manner then rest his eyes on Shaun.

"You must be Shaun. MMA Champion. Fierce in the ring but quiet outside. Rose told me about you. Hi, I'm Min, Min Jaejin. Jaejin is my given name."

Shaun's mind stagnated for a few seconds before he reached out to take the fair and delicate looking hand in his rough ones. He feared that he would break the kid's fingers but the strength that held his own hand surprised him.
"Nice to meet you," Shaun returned dazedly.

Jaejin smiled at the man. His introduction wasn't an act, he was genuinely happy to meet this Shaun. After all, he helped Eros and now found his love after such a heartwrenching experience. He was no longer wary of Shaun but appreciative.

"This is?" Jaejin asked when he saw Shaun was a bit bewildered.

"Oh. Um. This is Ryan, my partner. Thanks to him I'm able to spend so much time stateside before we leave again," Shaun answered.

"London seems to be the next step." Eros's steady voice made both Shaun and Ryan straighten their spines. Jaejin witnessed all of this in pure amazement. It's wonderful to see how a few words from his man, strike a psychological alertness to the people around him.

"Yes, Second Young Master," Shaun answered immediately.

"Very well. You can relax. This is an outing, not a mission." All this was side while he slathered sun screen on Jaejin's fair skin and placed a sun hat on his head.

The domestic actions shocked the two and also the guards watching from afar. Their expressions changed when Jaejin and Eros switched places. Everyone felt that they were looking at a special moment between the two and turned away.

Shaun grinned.

"The Second Young Master is officially claimed."