The Nobleman and his Servant (Keito & Roninc30)
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				Title: <strong>The Nobleman and his Servant (Keito &amp; Roninc30)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>roninc30</strong> on <strong>29-09-2010, 08:13:20</strong>
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				Jack curled up under the blankets and turned his back toward the door.&nbsp; Born into privilege, he didn't own an alarm clock, but every morning was woken with a soft knock on the door and a large tray full of all his favorite breakfast foods.&nbsp; <br><br>This morning, he was awake long before the servants had even gotten out of bed.&nbsp; This morning was different.<br><br>Mary, the woman who'd been hired as his nanny just after he was born, wouldn't be bringing him breakfast.&nbsp; <br><br>He'd loved her - loved her ever since he could remember.&nbsp; She had raised him from birth to puberty, then, when he was too old for a nanny, he had asked her to stay on.&nbsp; His parents, who made it obvious they only had a child so theyhave an heir, couldn't have cared less.&nbsp; He'd been free to hire, or fire, his own staff since he was 10 years old.&nbsp; Jack doubted they'd even seen Mary since the day she'd been hired.<br><br>He'd told her for years to relax, even tried to get her to let the maids and housekeepers and tutors and gardners to wait on her, for a change, but she would have none of it.&nbsp; Until the day shei'd died - yesterday - she'd brought him breakfast, knocking gently on the door and sitting on the edge of his bed while they talked for a good hour about everything from men (she'd barely blinked an eye when he'd told her he was gay, and promised to keep an eye out for a handsome boy for him), to food, to world news.&nbsp; Mary knew more about him than his parents ever had, and he'd loved her more than anyone else in the world.<br><br>Oh, he'd had the best of everything.&nbsp; The best tutors.&nbsp; The best cars.&nbsp; The best vacations (which he took alone or with friends).&nbsp; He even had the best Christmas gifts - because Mary did all the shopping, using the estate's unlimited budget, and she took the time to get him what he wanted.<br><br>Jack's parents were in Paris, or Italy or.....Jack honestly didn't remember where and didn't care.&nbsp; They hadn't given a damn about Mary, so there was no reason to even tell them she'd passed away.<br><br>When Mary had brought him breakfast the day before, he thought she'd looked pale and weak.&nbsp; He'd insisted on tucking her into his bed while he called for the family's personal doctor.&nbsp; The man had hurried over, but had simply been too late.<br><br>Now, Jack sighed, here he was, lying in bed after a long sleepless night waiting for his breakfast.&nbsp; He knew Mary would have made arrangements, knew she's have made sure someone else would do everything that needed to be done if something happened to her, but....it wouldn't be the same.&nbsp; It would never be the same again.
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				Title: <strong>Re: The Nobleman and his Servant (Keito &amp; Roninc30)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Keito</strong> on <strong>29-09-2010, 09:03:16</strong>
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				Nathaniel sighed making his way up the stairs of the large estate carrying a large breakfast tray. Moving slow so he would not drop anything he made his way to the second floor.<br><br>Silently he wondered why wealthy people needed so much space this house was like a maze.<br><br>He had already gotten lost twice on his way to the kitchens. It had been another one of the servants that finally pointed him in the right direction. He had made sure to ask one of the kitchen staff where he was supposed to go. Looking around to make sure he wasn't lost again he confirmed this was indeed the right floor and began to walk down the hall towards his destination.<br><br>In truth he had lucked out in getting this job. When his former employer retired and closed the bookstore where Nathaniel worked he had been worried that he would have to go back to live with his father. The very idea made him shiver. That was not an option. His father had all but kicked him out anyway.<br><br>Nathaniel had been on his own for...three years now or was it four? He wasn't sure it had all seemed to run together between school and his day job he had very little time left over. He was happy though for the most part. Now that he had finshed school he could focus on other things.<br><br>Coming out of his thoughts he stopped in front of what he hoped was the right door. Balancing the tray on one hand he knocked on the door with his other. He swallowed his nerves and reached for the door knob. <br><br>Opening the door he was relieved to find that this was indeed the right room. Holding the tray in both hands now the young man crossed the distance to the bed. Smiling a bit at the lump of covers that was his new employer he spoke annoucing his presence<br><br>&nbsp;"Good morning sir." <br><br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: The Nobleman and his Servant (Keito &amp; Roninc30)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>roninc30</strong> on <strong>29-09-2010, 21:03:22</strong>
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				Jack, who had always been friendly with the servants, much to his parent's horror, was in no mood to be friendly today.&nbsp; He actually resented whoever this was bring him breakfast because, well, he wasn't Mary.&nbsp; He stared stubbornly at the wall for a moment, then sighed.&nbsp; Whoever it was, Jack didn't recognize his voice, so he must be new.&nbsp; Despite his bad mood, he didn't want to hurt the boy's feelings.<br><br>Sighing, he rolled over, feeling the sheet fall to his mid stomach, and sat up, leaning back against the headboard.&nbsp; "Good morning," he offered somewhat dully, arranging the pillows behind him.&nbsp; "Listen I was just going to say I don't think I need breakfast in bed any more.&nbsp; I always liked it because it gave Mary a break to sit here with me but now, without her, it's just not the same.&nbsp; Let's just make this the last morn....<br><br>He stopped short when he looked at the man beside him.&nbsp; He was young, incredibly handsome, and looked nice enough.&nbsp; Without even realizing it, Jack was offering him a half-smile.&nbsp; "Here...." he gestured, indicating for the other man to put the tray down on his lap.&nbsp; "You're new.&nbsp; Have a seat and tell me about youself.&nbsp; I'm Jack by the way."&nbsp; 
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				Title: <strong>Re: The Nobleman and his Servant (Keito &amp; Roninc30)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Keito</strong> on <strong>29-09-2010, 23:16:23</strong>
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				When the man rolled over and began speaking Nathaniel tried his best not to stare. His new employer very good looking. He bit his lip trying to maintain focus on what the man was saying. Suddenly the man was smiling at him and Nathaniel could not help but smile back. He sat the tray down on the mans lap. The obvious statemant made his smile widen a bit. He was a bit surprised that the man wanted him to stay and when he introduced himself he did the same.<br><br>"I'm Nathaniel." <br><br>He looked around finding no other place to sit he settled down on the edge of the bed. He glanced up at Jack a moment unsure if he made a mistake or not.&nbsp; Nathaniel was nervous he only hoped he wasn't shaking. He finally remembered that the man asked him to tell him about himself.<br><br>"You want me to tell you about myself? What did you want to know exactly?
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				Title: <strong>Re: The Nobleman and his Servant (Keito &amp; Roninc30)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>roninc30</strong> on <strong>30-09-2010, 05:05:26</strong>
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				Jack looked down at the tray for a moment, smiling sadly.&nbsp; The food was the same, even the presentation was similiar, but he could tell Mary hadn't fixed it.&nbsp; She must have told the cook or even the young man who delievered it how to do everything, but it just wasn't the same.<br><br>Mary had spoiled him, and he damn well knew it.&nbsp; She'd also made sure he'd grown up to be the kind and gentle man his parents couldn't have raised for all the money in the world.&nbsp; Proof of that was just how&nbsp; he knew everything about every servant in his household and all about their families.&nbsp; He paid them well and they were loyal to him - far more loyal than any servant his parents ever had or would have.<br><br>He turned his attention back to Nathaniel, seeing that he looked nervous.&nbsp; "Relax, I won't bite, I promise," he grinned, reaching over and squeezing Nathan's forearm gently.&nbsp; He'd never understood why anyone would be afraid of him, even if he was their boss.&nbsp; At first though, it seemed everyone was.&nbsp; "Well, let's see.....how about you start by telling me what you did before you came here?&nbsp; And whether you like your rooms or not?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: The Nobleman and his Servant (Keito &amp; Roninc30)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Keito</strong> on <strong>30-09-2010, 06:22:16</strong>
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				Nathaniel visably relaxed and offered Jack a small smile as than man squeezed his arm.<br><br>"The rooms are very nice. As for what I used to do I used to work at a bookstore....I probally spent more time reading than actually working. Putting me in room full of books is a good way to distract me."<br><br>He laughed at this before his face became serious agian<br><br>"The man who owned the shop shut it down about a month ago though. Thankfully the man I worked for knew someone who worked here. Mary I think her name was. She's the one who hired me."<br><br>Nathaniel glanced at Jack to see if he was still listening. He was not used to people caring or even pretending to care. It was rather nice. Jack seemed like a nice guy, maybe this job would not be so bad after all. At first he had had plenty of doubts but things seemed to be going okay much to his surprise.<br><br>He shifted his position a bit to get more comfortable.<br><br>"Was there anything else you wanted to know?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: The Nobleman and his Servant (Keito &amp; Roninc30)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>roninc30</strong> on <strong>30-09-2010, 20:15:41</strong>
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				Jack figured Mary had something to do with this and it looked like he was right.&nbsp; He wondered howith long she'd known she was sick.<br><br>As Nathaniel spoke, Jack made a mental note to show him his library and tell him to help himself.&nbsp; He, too, loved books and&nbsp; thought that at least they could talk about them now and then.<br><br>"What exactly did Mary tell you your duties would be?" he asked curiously, munching on a piece of bacon then stabbing a bite of egg with his fork.&nbsp; He moved the tray a bit closer to Nathaniel and gestured toward the plate.&nbsp; <br><br>"Have some?&nbsp; There's always far too much here for one person.&nbsp; &nbsp;And how about telling me about your family?&nbsp; Do they live nearby?&nbsp; Are you close to them?"<br><br>**(Edited - sorry for the typos.&nbsp; I had a virus that caused a delay in my keyboard and made me reboot a gazillion times a day, so I typed this quickly...and badly.&nbsp; Sorry)
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				Title: <strong>Re: The Nobleman and his Servant (Keito &amp; Roninc30)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Keito</strong> on <strong>05-10-2010, 23:36:36</strong>
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				"I'm supposed to take on her old duties, unless you say otherwise that is."<br><br>He smiled playfully picking up a piece of toast off the offered tray. When family was mentioned he stopped mid bite his expression darkened visably. He was still for a moment as if trying to figure out what to say. Finally he gave a bitter smile and began to explain.<br><br>"I've been on my own for about four years now....my father is all thats left of my family. If you could call him family."<br><br>By the time he finished the sentence his eyes looked uncharacteristicly cold. He shook his head and his eyes softened a bit.<br><br>"Sorry I don't like to talk about my father not a good subject. So..why don't you tell me a bit about yourself its only fair. <br><br>The playful smile was back on his lips as he resumed nibbling on the toast.
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				Title: <strong>Re: The Nobleman and his Servant (Keito &amp; Roninc30)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>roninc30</strong> on <strong>07-10-2010, 03:13:47</strong>
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				Jack was surprised at the change that came over Nathaniel at the mention of his family.&nbsp; His voice, his entre demeanor and even his eyes changed.&nbsp; <br><br>He wondered what that was all about, but didn't think this was the right time to ask.&nbsp; While he tended to get involved in everyone else's problems, he at least took the time to build a solid friendship first.<br><br>He liked the way the younger man seemed relaxed around him.&nbsp; So many of the new employees were nearly terrified of him until they got to know him, but Nathaniel seemed like he was already going to fit in perfectly.<br><br>"Well," Jack shrugged, "Mary raised me.&nbsp; She was hired as my nanny but stayed on - obviously.&nbsp; I spend most days in my office downstairs, go into town about once a month for board meetings, and spend most of my time in the library at the end of the hall.&nbsp; I think...well, I think she probably hired you so I'd have someone to talk to.&nbsp; She knew I'd be lonely after she..."&nbsp; He stopped and took a deep breath.&nbsp; "Anyway, the is one of the things she and I used to do, - sit and talk over breakfast, so when they're cooking in the morning, make sure they make stuff you like too."
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				Title: <strong>Re: The Nobleman and his Servant (Keito &amp; Roninc30)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Keito</strong> on <strong>07-10-2010, 04:50:15</strong>
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				Nathaniel placed his hand on Jack's arm and offered a small but encouraging smile.<br><br>"She was like a mother to you wasn't she?"<br><br>He remembered his own mother and her death like it was yesterday. He was also terrible at comforting words so he settled for silence instead. It was only after a few mintues he realized his hand was still on Jack's arm. He pulled away embaressed and turned away until he was sure he had stopped blushing.<br><br>"I'm sorry, I got carried away...It's just I know its hard loosing someone you care about and...."<br><br>He turned back to face Jack his eyes deep with sorrow and his cheeks still tinged with pink.<br><br>"I'm sorry I should not have said anything."
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				Title: <strong>Re: The Nobleman and his Servant (Keito &amp; Roninc30)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>roninc30</strong> on <strong>08-10-2010, 15:09:23</strong>
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				Jack was surprised and touched when Nathaniel rested a hand on his arm.&nbsp; It was comforting, and he couldn't help but wonder who the younger man had lost to make him look so sad.<br><br>"No, it's fine, really," he said easily.&nbsp; "You're right.&nbsp; She was like a mother to me.&nbsp; I've not seen my real mother in years - she stays in Paris or Italy or...wherever, but Mary was here every day."&nbsp; He chewed thoughtfully on a piece of bacon and smiled at the memory.&nbsp; "She used to say she was afraid I'd turn out with a sense of entitlement like 'them' - meaning my parents - so she did everything she could to raise me right.&nbsp; Then she'd spoil me by bringing me breakfast in bed every morning."<br><br>Jack sighed and shook his head, wondering if Mary ever saw the irony in that, the pushed the memories away.&nbsp; He wondered too, why he was pouring his heart out to the admittedly handsome but nearly unknown stranger.&nbsp; "Anyway...when we finish up here, would you like me to show you the libray?&nbsp; It's huge and you're more than welcome to borrow anything in there.&nbsp; I think you'll like it if you're a reader."
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				Title: <strong>Re: The Nobleman and his Servant (Keito &amp; Roninc30)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Keito</strong> on <strong>08-10-2010, 23:28:24</strong>
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				Nathaniel's smile returned. <br><br>"She sounds wonderful. My own mother was...." <br><br>The smile faded and he paused mid sentance and shook his head as if trying to toss out his thoughts.<br><br>Then he heard the word library and his eyes lit up. Suddenly he realized something and began to pout.<br><br>"You tempt me with a room full of books and I have work to do. Thats cruel."<br><br>Still pouting he gave jack a mock glare. His eyes were sparkling though so it was clear he wasn't truly upset
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				Title: <strong>Re: The Nobleman and his Servant (Keito &amp; Roninc30)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>roninc30</strong> on <strong>12-10-2010, 08:29:09</strong>
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				Jack grinned and leaned in toward Nathaniel.&nbsp; He liked the younger man, and silently thanked Mary for chosing him. SHe knew he'd need someone to talk to after she'd gone and she seemed to have picked the perfect candidate.<br><br>He crooked his finger, motioning Nathaniel to come closer.&nbsp; "The thing is, it's my house, and since I don't like reading alone, maybe I could free your afternoons up and we could read."&nbsp; He shrugged, looking a bit embarrassed.&nbsp; While it looked like he had everything he could possibly want, he was quite lonely.&nbsp; Private tutors and professors who needed to make an extra buck here and there normally didn't keep in touch after they'd gotten their money and ran, so Jack's only real family were the servants.&nbsp; <br><br>None of the servants would have made it in any other house, as Jack hated seeing them work so hard, so he paid them well, but made sure they had plenty of free time.&nbsp; Not the best way to run a house, but everyone seemed happy, and since money wasn't an issue, that was all that mattered to him.<br><br>Nathaniel would be no exception.&nbsp; "Let's say from 1:00 until....6:00 we hang out in the library?&nbsp; Then you can eat dinner with me if you want.&nbsp; I sometimes eat in the kitchen with everyone else, or out in the garden...sometimes even in here.&nbsp; You're welcome to join me.&nbsp; Everyone in the house is welcome really....they just usually go back to their homes or their rooms instead, back to their families.<br><br>(((OOC:&nbsp; sorry for the delay.&nbsp; we had a death in the family and I've been running about for the past few days)))
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				Title: <strong>Re: The Nobleman and his Servant (Keito &amp; Roninc30)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Keito</strong> on <strong>13-10-2010, 02:25:39</strong>
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				The pout faded and Nathaniel gave Jack a bright smile. He too moved closer leaning in towards Jack. He was going to like working here, he was sure of it. Jack seemed easy going and friendly the exact opposite of most of his former employers.<br><br>"Thats very nice of you. Thank you." <br><br>He blushed ever so slightly he was not used to people going out of their way for him. It was a bit strange but nice all the same. <br><br>He paused a moment lost in thought, out of habit he nibbled his lower lip as he did so. Finally he came out of his thoughts looking up into the eyes of the other man. Suddenly he realized he was staring and glanced away embaressed.<br><br>"Umm....what now?"<br><br>(((OOC: It's okay, thats understandable.)))<br><br><br>&nbsp;
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				Title: <strong>Re: The Nobleman and his Servant (Keito &amp; Roninc30)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>roninc30</strong> on <strong>14-10-2010, 22:42:39</strong>
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				Jack's former dark mood was lifted as he watched Nathaniel.&nbsp; He really was quite handsome and when he chewed on his lip like that, he was rather adorable on top of everything else.<br><br>"Let's go to the library," he answered, wondering what the other man had been thinking about.&nbsp; Or who.&nbsp; "You can't possibly be expected to work on your first day when you've not even seen the library yet."<br><br>He slid out of bed, wearing nothing but boxers, but seemingly unconcerned.&nbsp; After a few seconds inside his closet, he came out wearing a dark blue button down shirt and jean, running his hands through his hair rather than taking time to comb it.&nbsp; <br><br>"Follow me, Master Nathaniel and I'll show you my favorite room in the entire house."
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				Title: <strong>Re: The Nobleman and his Servant (Keito &amp; Roninc30)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Keito</strong> on <strong>21-10-2010, 16:38:06</strong>
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				Nathaniel grinned at Jack's words.<br><br>"My first day and your already spoiling me"<br><br>When Jack got up Nathaniel promptly looked away. Not because he found the man unattractive far from it. He just knew he would end up staring and that in his mind was not good. He glanced back once the man was dressed. When Jack mentioned showing him the library the young man's smile returned.<br><br>"Alright the lets go."<br><br>Nathaniel got up and followed with a spring in his step. He walked down the hall passing Jack a ways before remembering he did not know the way. He turned around with a confused look.<br><br>"Which way?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: The Nobleman and his Servant (Keito &amp; Roninc30)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>roninc30</strong> on <strong>29-10-2010, 20:20:44</strong>
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				Jack watched Nathaniel with pure amusement as he wandered down the hallway in the wrong direction.&nbsp; He laughed and reached out for the boy's arm, gently tugging him back a few steps to take a right down another hallway.&nbsp; <br><br>The place really was too big, and though he did enjoy all the comforts, he wondered what it would be like to live in a nice, normal house where people didn't get lost and you could hear what was going on in the next room.<br><br>"This way.&nbsp; And....hey, do you swim?&nbsp; I do laps every morning around 10.&nbsp; You're welcome to join me if you like."
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