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"Since I left college with a business degree and used some of my trust fund to get me started. In high school I was told a threw one helluva party, but, I'll plead the fifth if necessary, on my procurement of party provisions." His deep, warm chuckle made me happy as I found a chair to sit down on. " In college I worked for frats and sororities to organize all their events. It was something I enjoyed, and I never really had the urge to follow in my father’s, and then mama's footsteps. But enough about that, what are you up to, baby? I'd rather hear about you."
"Oh, nothing. I just finished dinner after a long day of errands and cleaning. I, um, saved your number."
"I'm glad you did. I've been thinking about you since you ran from me that first night. You weren't easy to find, it was a very Cinderfella hiding from his Daddy moment." I couldn't help the smirk that tugged at one corner of my mouth hearing his soft gasp and wondered if he'd had a Daddy before or it was a fantasy of his. "And it hadn't even been midnight when you ran."
"Why did you even bother?"
I could say something charming, but honesty was the best policy with him. "Because I'd never seen a more beautiful man in my life and those tears on your face broke my heart. I just wanted to kiss it better. Did you like when I kissed you, boy?"
"Ye-yes, but you're my boss's son."
"Irrelevant. Other than name, I have nothing to do with the company. When it's time, one of my cousins on my mother's side of the family will take over. It's all planned. I'm quite content with my life the way it is, other than not having my boy close enough for me to cuddle."
"You told her about me. She came to my office after you left the other day."
"Of course, I told her. I made my intentions clear. I tell mama everything. She's my best friend, and I want to see you again outside your work."
"When?"
His answering question made me extremely happy, and I told him so, before adding, “What about tomorrow? I'd say for breakfast and I keep you all day, but this party might go to the early morning hours. How about I pick you up for lunch, or if you're more comfortable, name a place and I'll meet you."
I really wanted to do our first date properly by picking him up, but I also had to respect his comfort. My age and who my mother was, as far I could tell, were both going to be issues. The age gap was unimportant to me. All I wanted was to show him that I'd put him first and always take care of his needs, no matter what those were.
"So, noon?"
"Perfect, where?" He mentioned a cafe that I'd been to a few times, it was casual and relaxed. "I'll be there at noon, then. Your call me made me exceptionally happy, made my night hearing your voice."
"I've only been single for a year, Stanton,” he confided. “My divorce became final the day of the party where we met."
"We'll take this as slow or fast as you want,” I assured him. “Your comfort and safety is my top priority. Would you be averse to me kissing you when I see you tomorrow?"
"N-no." He paused to clear his voice. "I really like when you kiss me."
"Good, I want to do it a lot and don't even get me started on the compulsion to cuddle you. Daddy is going to require all the cuddles from my adorable boy. Have you had a Daddy before? It's something I prefer, but I just want you however I can get you."
That wasn't exactly true, I didn't know if I could live without ever hearing Daddy fall from his lips when I was balls deep in my boy. Yet the fact that I was sure he was made just for me told me it wasn't a requirement because I'd pamper and adore him no matter what.
"My ex-husband, but he stopped. I… I think he felt I aged out of being his boy. It's been a very long time."
"Being a boy or Daddy is all a state of mind, it transcends any arbitrary age rule. I think you're an adorable boy and probably enjoy all the cuddles too."
"I-I do, but I'm cautious. Please understand that."
I heard the pain and hurt in his tone, not that it surprised me. I'd already assumed that his husband had left some trauma behind. When he was mine, and I was sure he would be, I'd make sure he never doubted how I felt, or that to me, he was perfect.
"I do, and I realize Daddies probably shouldn't be bratty but you're about to spend time with one who is. Your smile and trust will be my greatest reward, and I'll do whatever I need to earn those from you. I can't wait to see you again."
"I want to see you too, but I'm also scared. I was with my ex-husband for fifteen years and I thought he was my happily-ever-after, as silly as that may sound."
"No, baby, wanting the fairy tale isn't silly. Everyone deserves to find that person or persons who make them happy." I was about to say something else when the door burst open and I saw my panicked assistant practically vibrating with anxiety. I held up a finger to tell her to give me a minute. "Baby, I unfortunately have to go, it seems my assistant has an issue, but I'll see you tomorrow at noon, okay?"
"Okay, I hope it isn't too big of a problem."
"There's always problems. Sometimes I swear we should hire referees for some of our events. Get some sleep. Goodnight, baby boy."
"You too, I'm looking forward to seeing you."
I groaned as I disconnected the call and instantly missed the sound of his voice. The conversation definitely hadn’t lasted long enough for me, but I'd see him soon and that was more than I'd hoped for. He just needed me to be gentle, and for him I could do that because I knew he deserved to find the person who made him happy. I was just hoping I could be that man, the Daddy he needed.
