Beneath the Surface: Secrets of an Obsessed Heart
Chapter 95 - 94

Chapter 95: Chapter 94

Hiro went as red as a tomato. He felt so shy. He knew that ever since he and Raiden started being together, there was something developing within him. Something that made his entire view of Raiden change. He gradually came to like a lot of things about Raiden and found that he wasn’t disgusted with him like he initially thought. He had never felt this cared for before. Not even by his own family.

If this was how Raiden truly is, then why did he always fear him and see him as a creep and a stalker? Raiden was clearly none of those things. He was kind, gentle, loving and very affectionate. He realised that he actually liked Raiden.

Raiden brushed a strand of hair away from Hiro’s face and traced Hiro’s cheek with his thumb, enjoying the smoothness and softness of his skin. "You’re biting your lip again." He said, gently prying Hiro’s bottom lip from between his teeth. "What are you thinking about?"

Hiro’s eyes widened as he stared into Raiden’s smokey grey eyes. Raiden even knew when he was thinking about something. He averted his gaze, fixing it on Raiden’s smooth neck. "I-um...well, yesterday, when you asked me if you could ever hate me, y-you actually meant that you still like me, right?"

He anxiously waited for Raiden to answer but Raiden didn’t say anything. His heart began to pound and he felt scared, thinking that he had overstepped. Just because Raiden said that didn’t mean he likes him. Raiden had repeatedly told him since the beginning of their agreement that he didn’t like him anymore and he just wanted him for sex. He only wanted someone that could constantly pleasure him.

Tears sprang to his eyes as he internally berated himself. Why did he have to run his mouth? Now he made Raiden angry. What if Raiden says he doesn’t want him anymore? What would he do? The thought frightened him so much that tears leaked out of his eyes. He realised that he didn’t want to leave Raiden. He didn’t want to go back to his old life.

"If I tell you I like you, will you leave me?" He then heard Raiden ask. After all, Hiro had never wanted to accept his feelings.

Hiro looked at Raiden, his bottom lip quivering as he shook his head. "No. I won’t leave. Why would I leave?"

Raiden’s heart softened at the sight of Hiro crying. He smiled and wiped his tears with his palm. "Then, I still like you, Hiro. I never stopped liking you."

Hiro’s heart swelled with an overwhelming rush of joy and relief as Raiden’s words sank in. It felt like a warm light had ignited within him, chasing away the shadows of doubt and fear. His lips curved into a trembling smile, and without hesitation, he leaned in, capturing Raiden’s lips in a soft, tender kiss. The connection was electric, a fusion of all the emotions he’d held back for so long.

As they parted, Hiro rested his forehead against Raiden’s, his eyes glistening with unshed tears of happiness. His voice was a soft whisper, carrying the weight of his emotions, "I like you too, Raiden." He did. He really did.

After Hiro’s confession, the joy that briefly lit up Raiden’s face began to fade. His eyes dulled, the spark of happiness dimming as doubt crept in. He couldn’t allow himself to fully believe Hiro’s words. He thought that Hiro didn’t truly like him, but rather the way he treated him, the security he provided, and the gifts that filled his once-empty hands.

Raiden’s heart twisted painfully at the thought, convinced that Hiro might only be with him out of fear of returning to a life of poverty and uncertainty. But despite the ache in his chest, he found himself unable to care about the reasons. As long as Hiro willingly remained by his side, that was all that mattered. He only wanted Hiro by his side, forever.

They lay there in silence for a moment, just enjoying each other’s presence, until Raiden finally broke the quiet. "Are you hungry? I can make us something to eat, or we can just stay here a little longer."

Hiro thought for a moment before shaking his head gently. "Let’s stay here a bit more. I just want to be close to you."

Raiden smiled, his heart warm. Hiro was always like this. Sticking to the people he liked.

"Then we’ll stay," he agreed, holding Hiro close. He didn’t care. He’d let Hiro stick to him for as long as he wanted. He’d let Hiro do whatever he wanted to do. Give him everything he desired, so long as they remained together.

After falling asleep again, Hiro and Raiden woke up to the late morning sunlight streaming through the curtains. It was around 11 a.m. Hiro tried to get up from bed, but as soon as he moved, a wave of soreness washed over him, reminding him of the night before. His legs felt weak, and his waist ached with every slight motion. Earlier, he didn’t move so he had no idea his body would ache so much. Just a simple lift of his leg made his ass burn.

Raiden noticed immediately and was at Hiro’s side in an instant. “Stay in bed,” he urged, his voice soft but firm. "I’ll prepare you a bath."

Hiro frowned, trying to mask the discomfort he was feeling. “I can do it myself,” he insisted stubbornly. “I’m not a child.”

Raiden paused, looking at Hiro with a mix of guilt and concern. “I know, baby, but I just want to help you,” he said gently, his brow furrowed with worry. He felt distressed knowing that he was the reason Hiro was in pain. He had been too excited last night, pushing Hiro beyond his limits. He should have been contented with just one round. Now, Hiro couldn’t even stand properly on his own.

Hiro attempted to get out of bed once more, but as soon as his feet touched the floor, his legs wobbled, and he collapsed back against the bed, panting from the effort. His eyes glistened with tears as he glared at Raiden. "It felt so good last night. Why does my body ache so much?"

Raiden chuckled nervously as he sat beside Hiro, stroking his hair. "Baby, last night was your first time that’s why." He answered. He then smiled deviously. "Don’t worry, the more we do it, the more you’ll get used to it and the less it’ll hurt. Let me take care of you okay? I’ll help you apply an ointment to the place that’ll soothe the burn. You just need to rest and you’ll be fine by tomorrow. I promise."

With a resigned pout, Hiro finally agreed to let Raiden help him. If he relied on himself, he would never make it out of bed.

Happy, Raiden drew them a bath then gently lifted Hiro into his arms with ease, holding him bridal style as he carried him into the bathroom.