L A T E N I G H T S E C R E T A R Y

16 - That's My Sweet Boy

Jared's new apartment was finally finished. Tyler opened the doors to a large condo. In the center was a large flat screen TV, the living room had a very modern yet comfortable couch put together with two matching extras on each side and a coffee table in the middle. Glass stairs led to the bedrooms, and the walls were adorned with tasteful paintings.

"I'm sorry for making you wait, and I'm sure living in a hotel must've been quite uncomfortable. But, now at least your new apartment is ready...... Well, what do you think?" Tyler asked his silent mate.

"It is perfect for us both." Jared answered smiling.

"Us?" Tyler blushed and caught himself when his mate gave him a pout that made him look very adorable.

"Yes. That is if you wish to move in with me?" Jared moved closer as he talked and looked directly at the shorter man. Taking the other man's chin in his hand he asked seriously, "You're with me, yes?"

Tyler's eyes teared up and the look on his face was pure joy.

Jared smiled. "I'll take that as a yes."

Tyler raised up on his feet and kissed Jared sweetly. "Thank you."

"I am just happy that I'll have you to myself when you come home. You are still Polverini Corp's employee, for now that is, but soon after the term is up you're mine completely." Jared stepped back a little as he talked and had a smug look on his face daring the green eyed man to argue with him.

"About that... When I went to report the periodic tables, last week, I informed Manager Polverini of my aim to resign. Before that I talked to President Welling, as well. He didn't object.. As of the end of this month, I'm leaving Polverini Corp."

"Hmph.. 'bout damn time."

"I apologize for the inconveniences that I caused until now."

"You better be! I went through all this hardship valiantly. You should be grateful to your kind and lenient soon to be boss."

'Lenient my sweet ass... You complain worse than some little kid...' Tyler thought sarcastically.

Jared's eyes lit up and before Tyler could react Jared grabbed him tightly dragged him over to their couch where he yanked Tyler over his lap. "I am going to thoroughly enjoy this, my Sweet Boy."

"Jared..."

"Quiet." Jared yanks down Tyler pants and reveals his bare ass. "Sweet ass indeed." Jared raises his open hand and brings it down on Tyler's ass, making an echo that rings throughout the entire Penthouse. Tyler let out a little, whimper. Jared raises his hand again and spanks his ass again. Tyler shouts out in pain. He spanks him again and again and again and again. He keeps going until his ass is bright red. "Maybe next time you will not refer me to a 'little child.' Do... I... Make... Myself... Clear?" Each word emphasized with a resounding smack more painful than the last.

Whimpering Tyler squeezes Jared's pants leg. "Yes, Sir."

"Now why don't we go and make use of our new bed." Jared says hefting Tyler up in his arms and carrying off through their new home.

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Later the next day they arrived at Polverini HQ. Tyler was surrounded by his former coworkers. Tears were shed, hugs were spread, and everyone merely treated him warmly. He could still see the sadness in some of their eyes though. He strolled around the place. Memories of his first day, what he'd learned here, and all the kind people he'd befriended. A tear rolled down his eye. He loved this place, but he knew that there was someone he even treasured more. Tyler wiped the tear away and had a resolute expression on his face. Quickly, he walked to Jeff's - Jared's older brother and Manager of the company - office and knocked.

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"Professionally, this is very regrettable. You were an exceptional employee." Jeff replied after Tyler voiced his resignation. ".. And personally, I'm worried about you..."

"Manager..."

"But... I was the one who separated you from Jared and sent you to Erde. When I heard you were going back to him.. I wasn't at all surprised... Honestly, I had feeling this was going to happen sooner or later." Jeff turned his expression to that of a self-deprecating one. "As his older brother, I feel entitled to saying this. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for taking care of my little brother... Jared proclaimed his freedom and proved it when he left Polverini Corp. to begin his own company. But I still believe he will support us from the outside. Since he is now the President of an investment company, he can follow the trends in politics, business, and the accumulated capital he can support us and himself without any problems... You're the perfect secretary, which I'm sure you've heard repeated many times already. Also you are a person who truly cares for Jared, and it takes a lot of courage and strength to stand by him and help him.... But... When I think about you personally... I can't help, but just disagree with your choice of returning to him..."

Tyler held a blank face at most of the lecture from Jeff and was the same now. He stood still not moving a muscle. His eyes following Jeff stoically and only moved his head when the older man stood up from his seat.

"As his brother, I feel like I shouldn't let you get involve in this, but it's already too late isn't it?" Jeff asked with a sad smile.

Tyler nodded and said, "I'm already... prepared, for it Manager. Right now. I want to follow my heart and act on my feelings."

"I've always thought Jared was taking advantage of your honesty... But maybe.." Jeff held an embarrassed smile, "Maybe, I'm the one who's taking advantage of it by sacrificing you to my little brother.."

"No! No, it's not a sacrifice. I decided to stay with him because I wanted to! And besides... Now that I know I can help Polverini Corp. by staying with him, I feel better about leaving this company. I hope I'll be able to achieve that..." Tyler stated a bit more relieved.

"Did anyone ever commend yoy on how strong you are?" Jeff replied smiling when he caused the younger man to blush. "Thank you... for everything. I leave my brother in your hands."

"Yes sir. Understood." Tyler smiled.

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Walking down the familiar corridors that feeling of nostalgia clouded Tyler for a moment until he spotted someone he wasn't expecting to be waiting for him. Jeff who was right beside the green-eyed man was not at all surprised, but had a little grin on his face.

"President Welling! Uh... Oh! Um, were you w-waiting for me?" Tyler asked.

"You have way too much stuff to carry. I'll see you off." Tom replied snatching some little bags and flowers from Tyler's hand before he could protest.

"Let me help you with this." Jeff did the same and took the rest of Tyler's gifts leaving him empty handed.

"You're the Manager and a President! You're not supposed to-"

Tom interrupted before the blond could finish. "In the end, Mr. Polverini snatched you away from us, Tyler. "

"That's really regrettable." Jeff finished politely.

Tyler stood there in shock and was blushing an even darker red, if possible. He turned around to face the elevator and let the other two men have their little conversation.

"Manager Polverini! You don't sound at all regrettable..." Tom scolded.

"Of course I do!" Jeff defended.

"Do you really? 'Cuz you're little brother complex isn't exactly a secret."

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Outside they exchanged their final goodbyes.

"Thank you very much, Manager!" Tyler exclaimed sad yet happy.

"Tyler... If you have any problems at all, I'm always just a phone call away. You can visit me anytime you're feeling like you need someone to talk to. And please don't forget you're always welcome back here with open arms."

"Manager..."

"And, don't forget about us at Erde, too. So, next time make sure to visit us, please." Tom proclaimed.

"President Welling..."

"Enough polite chat!" A voice Tyler had never expected to appear stated rudely.

"Jared!" Tyler utterly shocked.

"Come, Tyler. We've got work to do." Jared turned waiting for his secretary mate to catch up.

"Y-Yes, sir." Looking back at his two other former bosses Tyler felt a little awkward. "Manager Polverini, President Welling! Thank you for everything! I wish you all the best." He smiled sweetly at the two. As he began to turn around and walk towards Jared he was interrupted by Tom.

"Tyler! Remember, my proposal still stands!" Tom yelled over not caring if anyone else heard.

Tyler, Jeff, and Jared all had wide-eyed expressions and turned to the blue-eyed man.

Tyler blushed crimson and stuttered. "P-President Welling!"

"Maybe, I don't have a chance with you right now, but someday I'll show up again. Ready to tempt you. Please, don't forget that." Tom stated whole-heartedly.

Jared narrowed his eyes knowing he had just been challenged. "I don't use other people's property. And what's mine, stays mine. Until I say otherwise. That goes for anything I own. I don't feel like parting from, Tyler, and neither does he. Too bad, for you. Isn't it?" He smiled evilly. "Let's go!" Turning around since he hadn't heard his mate's footsteps following him, he called, again, in a more gentle tone. "Tyler."

"Coming!" Tyler smiled happily.

'That's my Sweet Boy.'