chapter 267
When Elena was about to leave Finn’s office, Finn grabbed her hand and brought it to his chest. He wanted to take advantage of this moment when Vlad wasn’t there to enjoy the young woman’s lips, but when she looked up at him, he could see trouble in her eyes, and he didn’t want to confuse her any more than she already was. She was thinking about what was going to become of her nephew and Finn understood that she really wanted to talk to the boy about it, so he let her go, and just as she thought she’d certainly hurt his feelings, Finn smiled to reassure her. He didn’t want her to feel pressured to please him at all, even if this contract of submission bound them together. there was now a child who needed love and protection at stake, and he didn’t want him to feel neglected or anything. when they were outside the bedroom, Elena looked at Finn, certainly to ask him to ‘wait there. Finn understood that she was afraid he’d influence Vlad’s decision, and he didn’t want her to think that of him, so he agreed to wait by the door as she’d asked.
-I see I’ve been forgotten because we’ve got new toys. Maybe you don’t want me to come anymore, do you Vlad?
-Of course not, it’s just that these toys are really cool and I love planes. I think I could become a pilot one day, it’s great fun isn’t it?
Finn heard what the boy was saying and smiled. He’d done exactly the same thing when his father had given him similar toys for his seventh birthday. His father had given him an airplane and had been so delighted that the very first thing he’d thought of was becoming a pilot. He had been amazed, and on his eighth birthday, his father had taken him to his company to show him everything. He felt this desire to repeat the same pattern with Vlad, and he was going to do it because even if Elena wanted to leave with him, that wasn’t going to stop him from continuing to see him. he wanted to be a part of his life, and above all, he had loved his gift. Elena had kept her smile from the moment Vlad had told her that. she’d been willing to tell him that whoever had given her that gift was doing that job, but she figured that maybe Finn was saving it as another surprise for Vlad and she didn’t want to spoil the surprise at all.
-You’ve come to tell me it’s time to go home?
-You want to go home? We’re not necessarily going to Paolo’s, but somewhere else, like finding an apartment if you want.
-he doesn’t want us to stay with him anymore?
-Do you want to stay? I mean, don’t you hate staying here in this house with Finn? It’s your opinion that counts, Vlad, and I’d like you to tell me if you want to leave or not.
-And Elena, do you want us to leave?
Finn clenched his fists, restraining himself from entering the room. Elena had said it was Vlad’s opinion that counted, but the boy was far too intelligent to understand that this wasn’t just about him, and wanted to know what his aunt thought about it. He knew Elena didn’t agree, but he hoped she was doing the right thing for his nephew, who was going to have all the protection he could get for his future. Vlad hadn’t taken his eyes off her while she was still silent, certainly preying on an answer that would suit them both, but Finn knew that the only answer that could suit them both was if she agreed to stay with him.
-I want the best for you Vlad. I know you’re still suffering for what your parents are doing to you but I want you to know that I’m here and I’ll do anything to protect you Vlad. I want you to become a man, a real man.
-and I promise that as long as I’m with you, I’ll be a man, a real one. he replied with a smile.
He watched them for a moment and when Vlad saw him, he broke away from his aunt and threw himself into her arms to thank him. Finn wasn’t one for hugs, especially when they came from such a tiny body. He preferred naked hugs, but Vlad’s warmed his heart and brought new sensations to his whole body that he couldn’t define. When they ended their cuddle, the two of them began to play, while Elena stood back because she didn’t understand what was going on and didn’t want to make a fool of herself in front of the two boys who were bound to laugh at her in the end. When Gina entered the room, she spoke to Finn in Russian, because she knew Elena didn’t understand. Elena saw him clench his fists and a dark anger tinted his eyes, which were bright when he played with Vlad. She wanted to understand, but she knew Finn wasn’t going to say anything. Vlad also looked at him as if waiting for an explanation, but Finn headed for the door, followed by Gina.
-Is this man dangerous?” asked Vlad, taking fright.
-Who is this dangerous man? What did she tell him, Vlad?
-That there’s a man in front of the gate who won’t stop screaming like a madman.
Gina and Finn had just realized that Vlad had been born and raised in Russia, so he understood exactly what was being said. Finn met Elena’s gaze and she realized that the man in front of the gate could only be Paolo. She mustn’t mention this to Vlad for fear of upsetting him again, and this was Elena’s mission, but first Finn wanted to reassure him, so he retraced his steps and crouched down in front of Vlad, who was looking him straight in the eye.
-This man isn’t dangerous. He’s a friend, but when he comes to visit me, he always likes to put on a show, because he’s always telling me that he’s a king and that I should always welcome him as one of his subjects, and that’s what happens every time. You’re going to stay with Elena, and as soon as I get back, we’ll resume the game.
Blindly trusting him, Vlad nodded and Finn was happy. He knew it wasn’t right to lie, but this lie was to protect him. He finally went out and when he arrived in his courtyard, he called two of his men to be with him, because since Paolo had become an alcoholic, he didn’t even want to imagine what Paolo might be capable of. He opened the door, and when Paolo began to run towards him to attack, his two men intercepted him. holding you firmly, Finn advanced towards him and, once he was level with him, crossed his arms over his chest and looked at him
-What do you want, Fiodora?
-You think I’m that stupid? I know you’re kidnapping my cousin and my son, so if you don’t give them back to me, I’m going to press charges against you for kidnapping and you’ll see what it’s like to be in prison.
-You know perfectly well that this isn’t the first time I’ve heard this kind of threat from you, and if that’s all you’ve come to tell me, then I think you’d better leave, because my decision remains the same. I don’t want to threaten you with my power, but you know that I can do whatever I want to you, even if it means making you disappear without anyone ever knowing where you’ve gone, so if you really care about your life, I think it would be better for you to leave my territory. nothing will ever happen to your son, because i intend to keep him with me, but if you try anything, i think i’ll be obliged to present the evidence of your violence towards them, and we’ll see who goes to jail for violence against a child and a young woman. you know perfectly well that these are acts that are very much punished by the law, because these are people who need the most protection in society. you can leave now.
-You won’t get away with this, Martinov, I give you my word.
Finn chuckled at his threats. He had no idea what he could do to her, and he intended to reinforce the security of his manor, especially when Elena decided to go out. When Paolo’s silhouette disappeared from his field of vision, he went back inside and, in the hall, saw Elena pacing up and down, no doubt worried.
-Is it me you’re so worried about, or your cousin?” asked Finn with a mischievous smile.
-Finn, I’m not joking. This man isn’t who I knew and you saw for yourself, so I want to know what he wanted from us.
-Where’s Vlad?
-He’s busy with his toys. I guess you knew how to win him over, but tell me now, what did he want?
-Now that Vlad’s so busy, we could do some naughty things, couldn’t we? what do you think, eh? we could cuddle naked and more.
Elena’s cheeks flushed red and she was very tempted by this idea, but the man didn’t want to understand that this wasn’t the time at all. She was worried about Vlad’s safety and she didn’t want to think about anything else.NôvelDrama.Org holds © this.
-I know you don’t entirely trust me, but I promise you I’ll do everything for this sweet little boy who would make a good son, what do you say?
Elena opened her eyes wide, thinking she’d heard wrong. He’d just said that Vlad would make a good son, and she didn’t know if he’d actually realized what he was saying. When she wanted to ask him, Finn captured her lips in a fiery kiss. When it got really serious, he figured Vlad could arrive at any moment, so he carried her over to his desk, where he intended to take advantage of the moment to smell her.