Page 47 of In the Name of the Father

Despite the heat that crawled up his neck, Seth laughed too. “Well, I wouldn’t wantthatto happen.”

Daddy bumped shoulders with him and grinned. Seth went back to drinking his shake, making sure to slow down while he did, then waited while Daddy worked on his own drink. Daddy drained his glass then placed it on the bedside table.

“Has impatience always been an issue for you, or is that something you’ve struggled with more in recent years?”

Seth finished the last of his drink, then traded his glass for the mug while he considered Daddy’s question. “I guess I never thought about that before, it just was.” He frowned as he took a sip of his coffee. “All I know is that it seemed to get worse after my mom died. I…”

His eyes burned, but he didn’t want to get lost in how everything had gotten increasingly worse at home after she was gone. He sniffed.But now, they’re getting increasingly better.

“Can you talk about it?”

“I think so. I might not be able to give a very good answer, though.”

Daddy stroked Seth’s thigh over the comforter in a soothing motion. “That’s all right. There’ll be plenty of times when you’re confused or unsure of your feelings or motivations. The journey you’re about to set on will be filled with lots of stops and starts as you heal, and that’s okay.”

Seth nodded. “I guess that makes sense.” He pondered. “Um, I think it might have something to do with worry? Like, maybe if I didn’t keep reminding my father or teachers that I was there, they’d forget about me. That I’d be nothing.”

Daddy kept them connected by touch and Seth couldn’t be more grateful. He mused on the fact that Daddy’s affection had become an anchor for him.

“Then it’ll be my job to show you I’m always thinking of you and what you need. That you’re my boy and will always come first.”

Seth laid his head on Daddy’s shoulder, his sorrow over the memory fading at Daddy’s words. More than anything, his newfound happiness was due to the knowledge that Daddy was an honest man. His savior had already proved how much he cared. Not since his mom had he felt so cherished.

“Thank you. You’ll always be first with me, too. I need you to know how much I appreciate what you’ve done for me. You’re amazing.”

Maybe he didn’t have the fanciest words to say to Daddy, but they were the truth.

“Such a sweetheart.” Daddy cupped his cheek and gave him a soft kiss. “Could you put your mug down? I’d like to feed you some fruit.”

Seth furrowed his brow but did as he was told. Why would Daddy be feeding him?

Daddy picked up the bowl then angled his body to face Seth. He plucked an apple chunk from the container then presented it to Seth. He reached up to accept it, but Daddy pulled it away.

“No, baby. Open your mouth for Daddy.”

Seth’s breath hitched. He wasn’t sure why they were doing what they were doing, but he didn’t care. He parted his lips.

“That’s my good boy.” Daddy placed one half of the piece of fruit on Seth’s tongue. “Take a bite.”

Daddy watched his every move and Seth found himself alternately thrilled and uncomfortable. While maintaining eye contact, Daddy popped the other half of the apple into his own mouth andthatmade Seth’s dick twitch. Daddy continued feeding him bits of fruit in silence, sometimes licking the juice off his mouth, sometimes taking a piece for himself. Never could Seth have imagined that eating could be so erotic.

When the bowl was finally empty, Daddy took a napkin and wiped Seth’s lips with it. Daddy regarded Seth with a smile.

“How did you feel about that?”

“It…it was strange at first.” Seth ducked his head. “But I loved it.” He lifted his eyes. “How did you know I would?”

Daddy stroked his cheek. “Because my precious baby needs to be taken care of, needs his Daddy to make sure he gets the best of everything.”

Seth’s toes curled as his length filled. “Thank you, Daddy.”

Daddy pressed a kiss to his forehead. “You’re welcome.” He threw back the covers then gestured to Seth’s mug and empty glass. “Would you like a warm-up on the coffee after I take all this back to the kitchen?” He started gathering everything onto the tray.

“That would be nice, but can I help you clean up?”

“Not this morning. Like I said, we can start on our routine tomorrow. Today I want to pamper my boy.” Daddy winked then left the room.

Seth chewed on his thumbnail while he waited for Daddy to return. He couldn’t imagine why he was so anxious. The moment he became aware of what he was doing, he grabbed his own thumb to stop his nervous habit.

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