My Fated Ideal (MxM)

Chance Meeting

My Fated Ideal

Volume 1

Takano Masamune

Chapter 1: Chance Meeting

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That day when I first met the Young Master I was left so surprised… He was nothing like I’d imagined him to be, neither him nor his family were anything like I thought…

I’ve always considered rich people to be snobby and arrogant. I’ve always worked for others and been treated like complete garbage… However the Cunningham family welcomed me with open arms, gave me work, gave me a place to stay, fed me and even sent me to school.

I was confused at first, as to why they would treat me so nicely. After all the mistress of the house Amanda Cunningham is the 13th leader of the organization I grew up in. But she is nothing like the previous leaders. She brought me in to be the personal bodyguard of her only son Ken Cunningham.

However, even though I had came there to work for her, she never treated me like a servant but like a part of the family. It was so strange, in the beginning I thought it was all just an act. I even considered that they might be tricking me somehow.

But then I realized none of it was fake… The entire Cunningham family was simply different; not like other rich people in power.

I have lived with them for the past four years ever since my family abandoned me. I was thrown away and was about to be kicked out of the organization, but then I was saved by Amanda.

She promised to protect my secret… The reason why I was abandoned and threatened to be thrown away by the organization.

Her kindness still amazes me to this day…

Even after four years of working for this family I still feel like everything is so surreal….

Especially meeting Young Master Ken. I vowed to protect him with my life and I will never break that vow until the day I no longer exist.

It’s actually funny… The first day I met him in his house, Ken was simply sitting on top of his bed and going through what seemed to be financial statements. I was surprised to see someone so young and intelligent. We were just 15 year old kids at the time.

I bowed my head to him and introduced myself as Lynn Smith, the name I was given by the people that abandoned me. I hate my name so much, but I am forced to use it…

What happened however after I bowed by head left me speechless…

Young Master walked up to me and held my hand saying “Please don’t bow your head to me anymore… See? We’re equals.”

I had never heard those words in my life before…

It was the first time my heart raced so quickly…

It was also my first love…

Yes, the reason I was abandoned by my parents was because I confessed to them that I was gay.

The organization had no intention of keeping me either, as they considered this a ‘weakness’ they wanted to get rid of me.

Thankfully I ended up working for the Cunningham’s instead. The only one that knows of this is Amanda herself, neither her husband or child know of this yet.

So I will do everything within my power to protect Ken. And also everything I can to hide this secret from him.

He mustn’t find out about these feelings I’ve kept for him for all these years…

He must never find out how much I love him…

I am content with simply staying by his side, I’m okay with just being his friend, just being a bodyguard, just being a classmate… No matter what Ken decides for me, I will be anything for him…

As long as I can stay by his side, nothing else matters to me…

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While thinking to himself Lynn never lost sight of Ken.

“You’re going to burn a hole through my head, if you keep staring at me like that.” Ken said as he noticed the other’s persistent stare.

“I’m sorry Young Master, I just thought you looked pale lately.” Lynn quickly apologized and pointed out the other’s condition didn’t seem well.

“I haven’t been able to sleep well as of late.” Ken said without turning to the other. “Also don’t call me that here.”

“I’m sorry…” Lynn still couldn’t get used to referring to his master by his first name. Or rather he didn’t want it to seem like they were far too familiar with each other. No matter how much time passed he needed to remind himself that Ken was his master and nothing more. ‘Only that way can I keep staying by his side…’ he thought to himself.

After the lecture ended the two first year students headed back home.

“Do you not wish for me to call a driver Young Master?” Lynn asked as he caught up to the other.

“Of course not, I can walk.” Ken said while smiling lightly.

“I understand.” Lynn said as he walked next to his fellow student. ‘Yet it’s so strange… Why does he never ask for a driver? I’m certain there would be no issue with it…’

Both of them had been going to University and going back home by walking each day since they started this year.

‘I’ve always thought he was unusual in this way…’ Lynn thought to himself as he continued to steal glances at the other.

“Young Master, you mentioned you weren’t able to sleep. What’s the cause of it?” Lynn questioned as he continued to carefully observe the other student’s every expression. ‘He really does seem even more pale than usual…’

“I don’t know. I guess I might just be lonely.” Ken said with an indifferent voice, it made it hard for others to understand if he was joking or being serious.

“Lonely? Is there anything I can do to help?” Lynn was surprised to hear this and instantly offered his help.

“Are you willing to search for a woman for me?” Ken asked with a smirk on his face.

‘’What?! Young Master is that kind of lonely?! What should I do? I could find him a woman… but…’ As Lynn considered his options he somehow didn’t want to see him with another person. However it was his duty to make the other happy.

“If that is your wish Young Master, than I will find a young lady that fit your requirements.” He spoke in the most professional tone he could muster at the moment.

“You don’t seem too happy about it though.” Ken observed as he leaned closer to the other.

‘Why is he so close all of a sudden?!’ Lynn was eternally surprised but managed to not let it show on his face as he spoke. “My emotions on the matter are not important.”

“You’re always so businesslike. Makes me feel like I’m speaking with my father’s employees instead of someone my age… Also quit calling me Young Master. At least call me Ken while we are at school?” Ken pulled away and spoke to the other casually.

“You know I cannot do that. I do work for you sir.” Lynn decided to change the master to sir to at least lessen the weight of his words a little bit.

“Ah… that’s fine.” Ken sighed as he heard the other calling him sir. “Do you want to go eat somewhere before we go home?” He continued in a lighthearted tone.

“If you wish to, then so do I.” Lynn simply stated as they headed to a nearby restaurant.

They ordered and the bill was brought soon after along with their food. Ken took out his card and gave it to the waiter.

“Sir, I can pay instead.” Lynn insisted but the other ignored him.

“What’s so wrong with me paying for it?” Ken questioned as he looked into the other’s eyes.

“I get paid enough to afford this, so there is no need for you to-” Lynn tried to explain but was interrupted by the other.

“I’m doing it because I want to treat you to good food. You always end up eating processed stuff instead if I leave you be.” Ken stated as he began eating his meal.

‘Is he worried about me?’ It was true that Lynn preferred saving money instead of spending it. But it was an old habit of his since he was in the organization. His family would always end up taking the money he made as a bodyguard and he would be left with very little to use for himself. It was a habit he couldn’t grow out of so easily.

 ‘Even so… I can afford to buy food for the both of us… I wonder why he always treats me like this…’ Lynn wondered as he began eating his own meal.

It had long become a habit for them to go to University, study, then go out to eat and back to their apartment.

Both Ken and Lynn had moved out from S city all the way to V city to study in the Economics University. It was a strange choice but it’s what Ken desired and so Lynn followed him there.

Currently they both live on their own while studying. It was peaceful enough and the two of them got along well so there was nothing to complain about.

They went back to their apartment soon after eating.

“About your sleeping problem master…” Lynn wanted to offer once again to search for a bed partner for the other.

“I don’t really want to sleep with a woman. I just teased you a bit, don’t think much of it.” Ken said as he smiled lightly at the other.

‘Even if you say that… It still worries me, what if you can’t sleep today either?’ Lynn was concerned for the other and from his lips escaped a suggestion. “If you are okay with me then… I can keep you company?”

“Really?” Ken asked with a smirk on his face while looking at the other.

‘Wait… what did I just say? Oh, well to keep him company… I meant to just stay by his side until he falls asleep. I hope he doesn’t misunderstand.’  Lyn became increasingly worried whether his words could be taken the wrong way.

“Alright then.” Ken nodded his head in agreement and took the other by his hand.

“Sir?” Lynn was surprised to hear his employer to agree to this so easily.

“Come on, let’s go wash up and then sleep.” Ken said as he basically dragged the other to the bathroom.

“Wait, I mean… Are we going to actually sleep in the same bed?” Lynn asked to confirm if he had understood correctly.

“Yes.” Ken gave a one worded answer

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 After Lynn was left alone in the bathroom to shower he couldn’t help but freak out completely…

Young Master wants me to sleep with him? Is it just next to him? How am I supposed to do that anyway?! I feel like my heart is going to escape my chest. If we are that close then…

No, no, no! I can’t, I couldn’t!

He showered and walked out in his bathrobe as usual, he was also greeted by Ken who had just finished showering in his own bathroom. “Are you coming?” he asked with a smile on his face.

“Yes, sir.” Lynn said as he followed after the other. “I just have to go and get dressed in my room and-”

“Dress here, we’re both men anyway.” Ken said as he handed the other student’s clothes.

‘That’s not it! I can’t do this…’ Lyn was panicking eternally but as usual nothing showed on his face. “Alright…”

“Do you mind if I sleep in my underwear? It’s getting really hot lately since it’s spring already.” Ken asked as he put on his pants and took off his shower robe.

“Of course.” Lynn agreed but his inner voice had something else to say: ‘How could I not mind?! I can’t sleep next to you if you’re half naked! Are you intentionally trying to make things difficult for me?!’

“Then hurry up and let’s sleep.” Ken urged the other and he laid on the bed and opened up a book he had on his nightstand.

‘Ah… Young Master still likes reading before going to bed…’ Lynn remembered the old times when both of them would sleep in the same bed. He quickly dressed up in a pair of shorts and a T-shirt then laid on the bed. ‘Good thing it’s a big bed… We won’t be touching each other while we sleep.’

“You’re basically on the edge of the bed. What is it? Are you shy because of me?” Ken asked with a smirk face, intentionally teasing the other.

“I thought you might want more space sir. Since you much be used to sleeping in big beds on your own.” Lynn said as he considered the other’s upbringing in a wealthy family.

“Oh yeah… I never did tell you when we were kids huh. It’s no wonder you would think that.” Ken closed his book.

“Tell me what sir?” Lynn asked while looking at his master’s side profile.

“I was an orphan adopted into the Cunningham’s. Honestly no matter how much time passes I still find it difficult to adjust to these kind of things. I’d rather sleep in a small bed while sharing it with another person to be honest.” Ken said while glancing at the other’s reaction.

“You were adopted? But it seemed like…” Lyn stopped himself because he didn’t want to risk offending the other.

“Both Amanda and Albert have always treated me like their real child… Sometimes I still wonder why they’re so kind to me, but then I realize it’s just how both of them are.” Ken said with a smile on his face as if he was reminiscing of the past.

‘I had it all wrong… He isn’t their real child but they treat him so well I thought he was. If only my parents were like that…’ Lynn felt a bit lost after hearing that, or a better word would be slightly jealous. While his own parents abandoned him for being gay, he was being judgmental towards an orphan who was adopted into a loving family. ‘How strange…’

“Are you alright? You look a bit shaken. I’m sorry if what I said was too much, I just thought it was about time…” Ken wore a worried expression as he moved closer to the other.

“I’m fine…” Lynn said as he turned his back to the student. “Let’s just sleep for now…”

“Sure.” Ken agreed and stopped asking about the matter.

***

As they were both lying in bed, Ken seemed to be sound asleep this time, while Lynn was the one unable to fall asleep at all.

I can’t believe myself… I spend so much time thinking all the wrong things about the Cunningham’s… Now that I know this, I feel like he’s even more precious somehow.

Lynn was once more lost in his thoughts as he kept his back turned to his master.

I somehow can’t fall asleep now. Not when he’s next to me like this. It’s like torture.

How come we are so close, yet I can’t touch you at all…

Suddenly to Lynn’s surprise, Ken had began shifting in his sleep and happened to embrace him.

God… he still moves in his sleep like when we were kids… But now it’s so much more difficult for me to keep calm.

Lynn had began considering moving to his own room in the middle of the night, but that was now impossible since Ken was hugging him in his sleep.

If I try to escape, he’ll probably just squeeze harder…

How come so many years have passed, yet neither of us has changed at all? No, maybe I’m the only one that hasn’t changed.

I’m the only one desperately holding onto these feelings that will never be mutual...

I’m the one that can’t admit to Ken the truth…

I’m the only one that hasn’t changed one bit for the past four years…

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