Page 28 of Sweetheart

Levi didn’t think that Mason identified as a little the way that Bryce and Nate did, but he might be a middle or something. With his experience with the club and boys, Levi knew that a person could pretty much decide on how regression worked for them. Levi liked being a so-called uncle for the boys, but this was the first time that he’d had a boy of his own to take care of.

He’d been a mountain for playtime. Letting the boys use his legs as part of their battle. Mason’s naughty hands had wandered here and there but Levi had enjoyed the teasing touch.

Levi also made sure that Mason stayed hydrated and had even fed his mate snacks. Just like a real Daddy would do forhis boy. Levi hadn’t been looking for a little but he had wanted someone that he could care for.

Being a Daddy to a boy of his own meant something special to Levi. He’d had to leave behind everyone he had ever loved, leaving him needing a bond that couldn’t be broken.

If Mason was comfortable, Levi would love to have him over to the house to see the setup for the boys. Already Levi could see Mason as part of the group. Dinners, movie nights, fun activities. Levi needed that to happen.

He slowed as he reached the turnoff for Mason’s cabin.

They were almost at their destination. Levi would extend the ride longer if it wasn’t so damn cold. Next time. He’d offer to take Mason for another ride soon. As soon as Mason had found out that Levi had a bike and was willing to take him home, Mason had been so excited.

A nice long ride, maybe a picnic somewhere private, and time for Levi to spend with his mate. They would eventually come to the time when Levi was going to have to reveal his secret to Mason. He wasn’t ready for that, but Levi didn’t know how long he could hold off. Would it be fair to start something serious with Mason when Mason didn’t know what Levi truly was? He didn’t think so.

The small dirt road up to the cabin sandwiched between the forest on either side. It was a gorgeous area to ride through.

Levi carefully maneuvered his bike in front of the cabin then shut it down. The loud rumble of the engine dulled to nothing but silence. Literally. There was no sound in or around the cabin.

That must be utterly peaceful.

Mason hugged Levi’s waist before he started to climb from behind Levi.

Levi made sure to catch Mason’s arm to assist his mate. Often after getting off the back of a bike, it took a few minutes to get the blood flowing back to the legs. Once Mason was safely standing beside him, Levi threw his leg over the engine and rose. Carefully he removed the helmet that he’d borrowed from Bo and had insisted that Mason wore.

His mate was human and until they completed the mating acts, Mason was vulnerable. Levi would do everything in his power to keep his mate safe.

Mason grin was huge, and his brown eyes shone. “That was awesome.”

Levi smiled back. “I’m glad you enjoyed the ride.” He turned to place the helmet on the seat. Returning his attention to Mason, he noticed the other man had moved closer.

“I really did,” Mason assured him. Mason’s hand went to Levi’s chest.Always touching.

“I was thinking that you might like to go on a longer ride during the day. When it’s warmer. We could even stop and have a picnic. I know a few great spots I could show you.”

“Yes,” Mason agreed quickly. “I would love that.”

Peering into his mate’s eyes, Levi could see his future standing in front of him. So close but there was so much between them as well. “There are probably things we need to discuss before we take things any further.”

Mason nodded. “I know.”

His mate had no idea how much his human life was going to change. Levi would feel bad about the change to Mason’s entire world if it didn’t mean that Mason would be with him for all of eternity. Levi was a paranormal species that was immortal, and he would share that gift with his mate.

“I’ll plan something for us,” Levi promised.

“So this means that I’ll hear from you? You’ll message me? Call me?” Mason pressed.

“I will,” Levi vowed. He wrapped his arms around Mason’s back and tugged him closer. “I’m glad you sat with me at the diner. That you knew who I was.”

“Would you have ever told me?” Mason said quietly.

“No.” Levi didn’t lie. He just wasn’t good at it, and he didn’t want to start his mating being dishonest. At least more dishonest than the secret he was keeping.

“I didn’t think so.” Mason closed his eyes before he took a deep breath. When he reopened his eyes and looked up at Levi, Levi could see the emotions were strong. “I’ll never be able to make up for that message. For hurting you.”

Levi shook his head. “No. That’s in the past. We never have to bring it up again. It was a misunderstanding. All I want to do is move past it. I want to see what the future will bring.”

“Me too. This connection…”

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