Sleeping With My Step Daddy
Chapter 81: "Handsome Son In Law"

Chapter 81: "Handsome Son In Law"

After breakfast, Takeshi wiped his hands with a napkin and turned to Bast.

Takeshi: "Bast, let’s head to the casino office today."

Bast raised an eyebrow in curiosity.

Bast: "Casino?"

Takeshi (smiling): "Yes. I want to introduce you to all my business partners as my son-in-law. After me, it’ll be you and Kai who handle everything. And I’d like to know more about your own business and life too."

Bast (smiling): "Sure. I’d be happy to."

Kai, sitting across the table, watched them with a small smile. They looked so comfortable together—like real father and son.

Kai (softly): "Then... I’ll see you after work?"

Bast (nodding): "Yeah."

They stood to leave. As Bast followed Takeshi out, he looked back over his shoulder and winked at Kai. Kai smiled to himself, glancing down at his phone.

Just then, Reiji walked in, his usual mischievous grin on his face.

Reiji: "Hey, lover~"

Kai raised an eyebrow.

Kai: "What do you want now?"

Reiji: "What are you doing?"

Kai: "Just about to head to the office."

Reiji (pouting): "Why? Let’s spend the day together."

Kai: "Nope. I’m busy. Call Eden."

Reiji (sighing): "He’s busy too. His mom’s arriving in Japan tomorrow, so he’s running around preparing everything."

Kai looked at him with a teasing smirk.

Kai: "Then what do you want me to do for you?"

Reiji (grinning): "Go shopping with me. I want to look perfect—and I need your taste."

Kai (pretending to sigh): "Okay, fine. Let’s go."

Reiji (grabbing Kai’s hand): "Let’s go, let’s go!"

They left the house together, laughter echoing behind them.

Kai and Reiji browsed through a luxurious designer boutique, surrounded by sleek mannequins dressed in the latest collections. The staff politely showcased racks of high-end outfits, each more elegant than the last.

Kai (holding up a suit): "Hey, Reiji, try this one. It’ll look really good on you."

Reiji (taking it): "Alright, alright, I’ll try it."

He headed toward the changing room while Kai’s phone buzzed. Seeing the name on the screen, Kai smiled and answered.

Kai: "Hey, Miles."

Miles (cheerfully on the phone): "Hey, Kai! I’m so happy to hear you’re getting married to Bast!"

Kai (smiling): "Yeah... but first is the official engagement. My dad’s idea."

Miles: "I heard from Ethan. Still, that’s huge! I’m really happy for you."

Kai: "So when are you coming? We need to catch up."

Miles: "Soon! We’ll meet properly then."

Kai: "I really miss you."

Miles: "Miss you too."

At that moment, Reiji stepped out of the changing room, dressed in the sleek designer suit. Kai glanced over and spoke quickly into the phone.

Kai: "Miles, let’s talk later, okay?"

Miles: "Sure. Bye!"

Kai hung up and looked at Reiji with a smile.

Kai: "You look perfect."

Reiji (fidgeting): "It’s too uncomfortable."

Kai stepped closer and adjusted Reiji’s collar.

Kai: "That’s because it fits perfectly. You always wear savage clothes—of course this feels different."

Reiji (sighing): "That’s because savage clothes are comfortable."

Kai (holding another outfit): "Okay, then try this one too. I think it’ll look even better."

Reiji (groaning): "Nope. I’m too lazy to keep changing."

Kai: "This is the last one. Go!"

Before Reiji could protest again, Kai gave him a gentle push toward the changing room. Reiji sighed and lazily dragged himself back in.

Meanwhile, in Takeshi’s luxurious office, the atmosphere was filled with warmth and elegance. Several high-level business partners were gathered, exchanging handshakes and congratulations. Bast sat confidently beside Takeshi, dressed sharply, exuding both charm and quiet strength.

The partners were thrilled to meet Bast again—this time not just as a successful businessman, but as Takeshi’s future son-in-law.

Takeshi (proudly): "Soon, Sebastian Vaughn and my son Kai will be getting married. Then, he’ll officially become my second son."

One of the partners, trying to sound casual, forced a smile.

Business Partner: "Ah, Takeshi... well, I must admit—it still feels a bit awkward, two men getting married—"

Takeshi’s eyes narrowed. His usually composed face turned cold and sharp.

Takeshi (icily): "Do you really think it’s awkward?"

The room went still. The partner’s face paled.

Business Partner (stammering): "N-no! I-I meant... I was just saying, nowadays it’s totally normal! Really! And your son-in-law is very, very handsome."

Beside Takeshi, Bast hadn’t said a word. But his intense gaze was fixed on the man—calm, yet so piercing that it sent chills down the partner’s spine, as if Bast could crush him with just a look.

The partner, breaking into a nervous sweat, stood up quickly.

Business Partner (awkwardly chuckling): "Anyway, congratulations again, Mr. Takeshi! I just remembered I have... an urgent matter. I should get going."

He rushed out of the office.

Once outside, he wiped the sweat from his forehead with a handkerchief, his legs still a little shaky.

Business Partner (muttering to himself): "As dangerous as Takeshi is, his son-in-law might be worse... That stare! God, I still feel like I’m being watched. I better get out of here before I pass out."

After the meeting with the business partners, Takeshi and Bast sat alone in the sleek, quiet office. The air was calm, yet a subtle tension lingered between the two powerful men.

Takeshi (leaning back slightly): "So, Bast... what do you think about my business?"

Bast (nodding): "It’s good. Honestly, I never took much interest in the casino industry before, but after today... it’s more interesting than I expected."

Takeshi smiled, clearly pleased.

Takeshi: "I’m glad you like it."

Bast: "Mr. Takeshi... have you found the men who threatened Jennifer?"

Takeshi’s smile faded, replaced by a cold determination.

Takeshi: "Yeah. My men tracked them down—but they ran. Cowards. But we’ll find them. And once we do... I’ll make sure they disappear like they never existed."

Bast leaned back in his chair, watching Takeshi closely. His mind briefly wandered to last night—the moment he had finally told Takeshi the truth.

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[Flashback – The Night Before]

Bast stood beside the door while Kai had already walked out.

Bast: "Kai, go ahead. I’ll come in a couple of minutes."

Kai nodded and left. The room fell quiet as Takeshi looked at Bast curiously.

Takeshi: "What is it you wanted to talk about?"

Bast took a breath, his eyes sharp with purpose.

Bast: "Mr. Takeshi, I found some information about Jennifer."

Takeshi’s expression changed. His full attention turned toward Bast.

Takeshi: "What did you find?"

Bast: "I asked my men to track down Jennifer’s old friends. After some time, they finally located one. I met with her."

Takeshi (tense): "And?"

Bast: "She told me everything. Jennifer didn’t leave Japan just because she wanted to. She was being harassed—by debt collectors."

Takeshi’s body stiffened.

Bast (continued): "They were after her because of her uncle’s debts. They threatened her life... and Kai’s. She didn’t tell you because she wanted to protect you both."

Takeshi’s hands clenched into fists, trembling with restrained rage.

Takeshi (voice low): "I’ll kill them. I’ll make them pay for what they did to her..."

Bast: "I wanted to tell you this earlier, but I had to fly to America for a while..."

Takeshi (softly): "I know. And I’m sorry, Bast. You were only trying to help... and I misjudged you."

Bast (gently): "It’s okay, Mr. Takeshi. What matters now is finding the ones who harassed Jennifer and threatened her life. We have to end this."

Takeshi’s eyes burned with fire.

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[Back to Present]

Bast broke the silence.

Bast: "I want to see them too. I want to watch them beg for their lives."

Takeshi (firmly): "Of course, son. We’ll make sure they never see the light of day again."

Their eyes locked—two men bound not just by Kai, but now by a shared vengeance.

After work, Kai and Bast sat together in their cozy room. The evening light spilled in through the windows, painting them in a warm glow.

Kai (softly): "How was your day?"

Bast (smiling as he leaned closer): "Good... but I missed you."

Kai (smiling back): "I went shopping with Reiji today."

Bast’s playful expression shifted. He raised a brow, leaned in, and gently wrapped his arm around Kai’s waist, pulling him closer.

Bast (with mock jealousy): "Kai... I’m jealous. Why’d you go with him?"

Kai (chuckling): "No, Bast. He just wanted my opinion on clothes."

Bast: "Why? Now I’m more jealous. Did you tell him he looked good?"

Kai (grinning): "Yes."

Bast (dramatic pout): "Why?! Why am I not the only one who gets to hear those words?"

Kai laughed, the sound warm and sweet.

Kai: "You look like a jealous puppy right now."

Bast (leaning in and kissing him quickly): "Now I need to calm myself down."

Kai (smiling): "Okay, okay. Reiji just wanted my suggestion because Eden’s mom is coming to Japan tomorrow. He wants to make a good impression."

Bast (muttering): "I don’t care about that. I just want your attention. Just look at me."

Kai wrapped his arms around Bast’s neck and smiled, eyes twinkling.

Kai (teasing): "Aww... are you really mad?"

Bast (nodding): "Very."

Kai leaned in close, lips brushing against Bast’s ear.

Kai (whispering seductively): "Then punish me, Daddy."

Bast’s eyes darkened with desire. A sly grin curled on his lips as he pulled Kai into a passionate kiss, letting all his jealousy melt into something far more intoxicating.