Chapter 2: Realization

The next morning, Cloud awoke with the dawn, well rested and feeling content. It had been a good night's sleep.

Getting ready for his day, he got dressed. He realized while dressing that the pants he chose today were a little tight, tighter than normal, but he was running short on time, so he wore them anyway.

Meeting up with the nobleman, they started the day. The morning was mostly just Cloud standing around keeping watch while the nobleman met with another businessman for a meeting. After that the nobleman took Cloud to have a coffee on a private deck that he had access to. Cloud normally didn't drink the bitter liquids, but a latte wasn't too bad. Plus the nobleman was paying for it.

While they were sitting there, the nobleman started asking Cloud questions, his gentle baritone voice making Cloud feel at ease. Cloud answered his questions, even the more personal questions about his life.

He didn't mind that the nobleman wanted to get to know him better, plus it would help him with his duties.

After they had been sitting and chatting for quite a while, the nobleman rose from the table. He then came around to where Cloud was sitting, causing Cloud to look up at him questioningly.

Suddenly, the nobleman reached out his hand and placed it on Clouds face, causing Cloud to frown with displeasure. He did not like this at all!

"My my, don't frown, you'll ruin that pretty face. After all, I have invested a lot into you, I'd rather see you blush you know?" The nobleman said softly.

Cloud blushed despite himself, not sure what the man was talking about, nor why he was holding his face so intimately!

Just when Cloud was about to slap the hand away, the nobleman removed it himself, smiling down at the flustered, blushing merc as he laughed.

"Don't worry my dear Cloud, we still have some time to get used to one another. After all, the contract you signed requires us to get to know each other very well..." The nobleman said with a chuckle as he stepped away for a smoke.

Cloud furrowed his brows, blushing still, but also confused. What did he mean the contract required him to get to know the nobleman "very well"?? Cloud didn't remember anything in there about that! Although, he had not really read it that thoroughly... And he had not gotten a copy of the contract... Did he make a mistake??

Cloud's was snapped out of his spiraling thoughts when the nobleman called him. They had other meetings to attend.

However, the rest of the day cloud was distracted by what the nobleman had said. He worried that he had gotten into something he might regret.

While the nobleman met with another businessman, Cloud stood at the cruise ship's railing, his thoughts troubled.

He was so lost in thought, that he did not sense the nobleman walking up behind him until the man grabbed Clouds ass and gave it a firm squeeze!

Cloud looked back with a scowl, furious. But the nobleman just laughed.

"You definitely know how to entice a man, wearing those tight pants. I very much appreciate the view, and the feel." The nobleman said, opening and closing his hand, as if remembering the feel of Clouds ass.

All Cloud could do was blush and scowl, unhappy, but not sure what he could do. Was this also in the contract?? He had to get a copy somehow, but he wasn't sure how yet.

Later that afternoon, they went back to their cabins, the nobleman having finished his meetings for the day. After Cloud returned to his room, a short while later the nobleman knocked on his door. Cloud was not particularly happy to see him again, or to let him in his room, but the nobleman simply walked right in!

"Tonight we have an event to attend. You will be my companion for the event as stated in the contract. Here is your outfit for the evening." The nobleman said handing Cloud a bag.

Cloud frowned, opening the bag reluctantly. Pulling out the clothing, he was shocked! He was supposed to wear this?!?

As he was about to protest loudly, the nobleman handed him a fat wad of cash, shutting him up instantly.

"Here is the agreed upon payment for additional services. I'm sure you will be satisfied with the amount." Said the nobleman. He then left after informing Cloud to be ready by 7 PM for the event.

Cloud was left alone with a lot of cash in his hand, a ridiculous outfit he apparently had to wear, and a looming sense of loosing control and embarrassment. How could he not have read the whole contract?! Was he that blinded by money? Now what would he do?

Cloud sighed. He had taken the money... and it was a lot of money... glancing at the outfit, he grimaced, resigning himself to his task. A merc had to be true to the pay after all...

Unfortunately, Clouds embarrassment only worsened as he put on the first part of the outfit; the underwear. It was positively ridiculous! And how the hell did it fit so well?? Why did he have to wear this?!

Shoving the embarrassment to the side, he continued getting dressed. But he was a guy! Why did he have to wear a dress!!? AND WHY WAS IT NEARLY SEE-THROUGH!

Angry and embarrassed, the only thing that kept Cloud from throwing the stupid clothing out the window was the stack of cash on his bed. He kept looking at it, telling himself that it would be worth it in the end. Muttering curses under his breath, he finished getting ready.

When 7 PM came, Cloud reluctantly went out to meet the nobleman.

He blushed furiously and refused to look up as a low hum of approval came from the nobleman once he saw Cloud.

"My my! My dear Cloud, that outfit is a perfect match for you! I'm very pleased you agreed to our arrangement." The nobleman said, not hiding the satisfaction in his deep voice.

Cloud refused to acknowledge him, but deep down inside he felt a trickle of pleasure at the compliment. However, he stomped the feeling down instantly, not wanting to give the man any more satisfaction after he had put him in this compromising clothing! The fact that it was very snug and comfortable was besides the point!

"Come, let us go to the event." The nobleman said with a smile, placing his arm around Clouds waist and compelling him along, **** as he was.

The evening event was just a mixer, with various other noblemen and business people standing around the deck, drinking, laughing, showing off their trophy partners. The entire time, Cloud was extremely self conscious. Aware of every lewd glance and leering stare directed his way, he could only try to imagine himself as small as possible, invisible even. But he still earned a lot of attention, all of it unwanted, leaving him dazed, angry, feeling exposed and ****.

Strangely enough, the nobleman who was responsible for Cloud's predicament ended up being Cloud's rescue.

Just when Cloud was at his limit, feeling every stare directed his way, just about to run away, the nobleman put his arm around him, pulling him off to the side and shielding him from the stares with his tall body.

Even though the last thing that Cloud wanted was to have this man touching him, this was far better than the alternative.

"Don't worry Cloud, they can't do anything to you as long as I'm here." The nobleman said in his deep, reassuring voice.

Even though he was still tense and on edge, Cloud could tell that most of the people had shifted their attention, allowing him to relax a little, his mind calming down.

However, Cloud suddenly stiffened with shock when the nobleman's hands slipped down his back and grabbed his ass!

Nobody else could see what the nobleman was doing, but Cloud certainly could feel it! Before Cloud could react other that just stand there, the nobleman leaned down and whispered, his breath hot and husky in Cloud's ear.

"You look simply divine tonight my dear Cloud. Such a beauty deserves special treatment. Not to worry, I'll find you many more lovely things to wear." He whispered, causing Cloud to shudder.

Thankfully, Cloud was released shortly after, but his butt remembered the feeling of those large hands gripping him tight. Cloud also had felt something else poking him in the belly, and the dress he wore was thin enough that he had felt the heat from whatever it had been. Cloud knew, of course, but he could not bring himself to admit it.

By the time the nobleman escorted Cloud back to his cabin, Cloud was exhausted from over-stimulation and overthinking everything that had happened. Reaching the cabin, Cloud allowed the nobleman to escort him inside in a daze.

"Thank you for tonight dear Cloud, I much appreciated having you with me today." Said the nobleman softly.

Cloud shook off his daze and looked up at the man standing over him, confused as to why he was saying all this.

Before Cloud could react however, the nobleman suddenly leaned down and kissed him on the lips! Cloud's already shaken mind went blank, and all he could feel was the hot touch of the nobleman on his soft lips.

It was a brief kiss, but for Cloud, it was a small eternity where all he could do was stand there in shock.

Finally the nobleman stepped back, looking down at Cloud, his eyes filled with indescribable emotion. He smiled, drinking in Clouds stunned expression, his exquisite face, soft, freshly-kissed, moist lips...

"What a lovely taste you have dear Cloud. I shall look forward to many more sweet tastes as our journey continues. Goodnight." He said before leaving, leaving Cloud finally alone in his cabin.

Cloud stood there for a long time, then slumped on the floor, dazed, confused, embarrassed. So many emotions were in his mind he didn't know what to think anymore.

Exhausted, he decided to take a shower.

Laying in bed after he got cleaned up, he had a hard time falling asleep. When he finally managed, it was a sleep filled with dreams about a certain man and his wandering hands and hot lips on his...

Next door, the nobleman once again sat at his screens, his eyes fixed on the sleeping Cloud, having seen everything that happened in the room. He sipped his wine and checked a display on his right.

Pheromone dose administered. Levels rising... [23%]

The man smiled. Soon his lovely pet would be his...

The next morning when Cloud woke, he discovered a mess of sperm on his belly! His cock was erect, and the culprit was clear. It seemed like his dreams last night had influenced his body more than he realized!

With a sigh, he got up and headed to the shower to clean up. Yesterday was a day that he wanted to forget, but for some reason, he could only think about the nobleman's strong hands grabbing his ass, and his hot lips pressed against his... It was frustrating. However a shower helped him feel better.

He wasn't sure what the day would bring, but he would get payed for it, that much he would make sure of.