The Duke of Tremont II - Bloodspell

Chapter 13

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When Brian and Justin had both fully recovered from the accident in the work room, Dryden resumed their lessons as if nothing had happened. Justin had told Brian about Dryden's strange visit the night of the incident, but the king never mentioned it to either of them so they didn't bring it up either.

Justin was feeling a little remorseful for telling Dryden the whole story without Brian's permission, but Brian brushed it off, telling Justin not to worry about it. He actually had been a little surprised that Dryden hadn't already known what had happened with Sapperstein.

One evening (well they assumed it was evening, anyway, since they had just been served dinner) Brian and Justin were in their room sharing a bottle of the fairy wine they had grown so fond of. They were lying on their bed, legs entwined, sharing long, lazy kisses, when there was a knock on the door.

They shared a confused look as to who it could be, since the fairies were polite, but rarely ever socialized with them beyond polite conversation at meals. "Come in," Brian called.

The door opened and Dryden entered, dressed casually in a sleeveless white shirt that showed off his muscular arms, snug pants, and low, soft boots. His silver hair, which was usually tied back for their sessions, flowed freely around his shoulders.

Brian and Justin both moved to get up from the bed, but Dryden held up a hand. "Please stay where you are," he said aloud. "I simply need to talk with you." He moved to sit in the chair nearest the bed.

"What is it?" Justin asked. "Do we need to add more sessions to our schedule? I know I was not very accurate with my targets this afternoon…"

Dryden raised both hands in mock surrender, interrupting the younger man. "No, Justin, nothing like that. In fact, I'm here to tell you that we are done. There is nothing more that I can teach you. It is time for you both to rejoin your world."

Then Brian and Justin did sit up, sharing a startled glance. "No! I'm not ready!" Justin exclaimed, almost panicked. "I have too much to learn from you still."

You have learned all the lessons I have to teach, dlu'thchara, Dryden replied, slipping back into mind speech. Now it is a matter of using what you know in practice. You are ready.

"Dryden, exactly how long have we been here?" Brian asked, as if it was just occurring to him for the first time to ask the question.

It is complicated. Time is different here. I promise you that everything will be much the same when you return.

Brian simply nodded, realizing he would have to accept that answer. When will you send us back? he asked, slipping into mind speech himself, as had become habit lately.

In the morning, Dryden replied softly. He lingered in his seat, seemingly lost in thought.

Justin caught Brian's eye. What do you think is wrong with him? he asked Brian in private mind speech.

Brian shrugged and Justin rose from the bed and went over to where Dryden was still seated. My Lord, what is it? You seem troubled. He placed a gentle hand on Dryden's shoulder.

Dryden took Justin's hand and pulled the younger man around in front of him. Justin went down to his knees in front of the king. It is odd, but I find myself feeling melancholy about your departure. Who would have thought that I could become so attached to mortals? He ran a finger down Justin's cheek.

Justin looked up and met his gaze.  And I... he looked back to Brian, who nodded. We shall miss you as well, my lor…I mean, Dryden.

Then perhaps you will grant a boon to an old man? Dryden asked, looking from Justin to Brian.

Justin laughed. You are no old man.

Dryden eyed him wisely. I believe you would be surprised to know my age, dlu'thchara.

What is it you want of us? Brian intervened. It is we who owe you so much. We will give you anything your heart desires.

I would not be so quick to agree, Brian of Tremont. For it is your bed that I wish to share with you. He looked to Justin. Both of you.

"Yes!" they both replied out loud without even consulting with one another.

Dryden looked stunned, and Justin and Brian made eye contact and chuckled. We have talked of this before, well…Justin blushed. It was that first night…when you kissed us both and we had your wine for the first time.

I was almost afraid to ask, Dryden replied with a small smile. Fairy folk are not as inhibited as you humans seem to be, and I did not know how welcome I would be, given the bond you two share.

Brian rose from the bed and moved over to the other two. Before I met Justin I had, at times, entertained more than one lover in my bed at once, and Justin and I have spoken of it as well, but, with our bond we actually did not believe it would be enjoyable for the other person, so we never pursued it. He reached down and tugged on Dryden's hand, pulling him out of the chair. I believe it will be different with you.

The predatory look in Brian's eyes had Dryden wondering exactly who was hunting whom in this scenario. A glance over to Justin showed that he seemed entranced by Brian's behavior as well. Dryden didn't have time to think of anything else before he found himself engaged in an all consuming kiss with the handsome duke.

Justin watched in awe as Brian literally pounced on the king, without any discussion of how this would work. Apparently, Brian knew exactly what to do. It's not as if Justin didn't know that Brian was sexually experienced. He was twelve years older after all, and he had always been honest about his past. And it was true they had talked of how exciting it could be to bring someone else into their bed, but as Brian had said, they had ruled it out as unfair to the other person. Justin was very attracted to Dryden, and had been since that first kiss, but if he was being honest with himself, he was a bit bothered by the fact that Brian seemed almost a little too enthusiastic about this, and…oh.

Now Dryden was pulling Justin in for a kiss while Brian ran his hands down his torso, slowly unlacing his shirt, and then it was his turn to lose all power of coherent thought. He reached and tangled his hands in the silken strands of Dryden's hair as he deepened the kiss.

Justin moved his hands down to remove Dryden’s silky shirt and Dryden stifled a laugh when his shirt was gone and he felt the boy’s hands moving questioningly across his back.

We can make them disappear at will, you know, he whispered into Justin’s mind even as he continued to kiss him. We only bring them out when we are going to fly out into your world.

Justin reddened slightly at being caught. Oh, I have been so curious.

I know. I could bring them out for you now, but I think they would simply hinder us in this situation.

Justin kissed down Dryden’s neck. No! Do nothing to hinder us now!

Dryden moaned lowly as they slowly made their way to the bed. Brian had climbed on, sitting up on his knees, while Dryden maneuvered Justin backward into Brian. Dryden was still kissing him with passionate fervor, and then Justin gasped as Brian began brushing gentle kisses over the back of his neck.

I want you, young Justin, Dryden whispered into their minds as he reached down to stroke Justin's cock.

Yes, I want that, too, Justin responded. He turned his head to catch Brian's lips in a passionate kiss of their own. Put your mouth on me while he is inside me, Brian.

Brian smiled to himself as Justin seemed to take charge of the situation. God, Sunshine, you will make me lose my seed before this even begins, Brian thought back as he scooted back on the bed, pulling Justin with him. Dryden followed them both on his hands and knees.

Suddenly they were all without clothes, causing Brian and Justin to smile at Dryden. A handy trick, Brian complimented. I don't suppose you could teach it to us before we leave?

Dryden simply smirked and shrugged as he ran a gentle hand over Justin's ass, causing the younger man to shiver in delight. We shall see, was all he would say as he traced his finger along Justin's crack.

Soon Dryden positioned Justin so they were lying on their sides, Dryden behind Justin. Justin writhed as Dryden prepared him and then slowly pushed his way in. Bran kissed him, and ran gentle hands all over his body at the same time. After a few moments, Brian turned around so he could take Justin's full cock into his mouth.

Justin was having a difficult time processing all the pleasure he was receiving, but he did manage to become coherent enough to utter a command to Brian. Please, my lord, he whispered to Brian. Move closer so I can…oh God, he whimpered as Dryden hit his prostate. Let me pleasure you too, Brian, he finally gasped out.

Brian shifted a little so Justin could take his cock into his mouth, and Brian groaned as Justin swirled his tongue around the head and swallowed him down.

Justin's right hand flailed as he tried to figure out who or what to hang onto, but Dryden grabbed it in mid-air and laced his own fingers with Justin's. You are so beautiful, Justin…so tight…thank you…both of you, for sharing this with me…gods, so good…he trailed off, unable to speak anymore as he felt his orgasm beginning to build.

Justin was practically sobbing, between the pleasure his body was experiencing, and the pleasure of the two warm presences in his mind, he tensed as his own release slowly built within him.

Justin came first, spilling his seed down Brian's throat. Brian drank it all in, reveling in the now commonplace double orgasm as he and Justin's link opened to its fullest extent. Justin swallowed him down again, and then it was his turn. Justin cried out as the sensation of Brian's orgasm hit while Dryden was still filling him.

Dryden watched in fascination as both men reached completion, obviously sharing the releases through their link. The sight of two such beautiful men in the throes of passion was too much for him, and as Justin's hole tightened around him, he spilled his own seed inside Justin.

The younger man was taken by surprise and he literally screamed in pleasure as he was seemingly filled with a flare of pure radiance that was at once fire and ice, just like the man inside him. Justin had never felt anything like it, as sparkles of lights dimmed his vision and the feeling went on and on until he knew nothing but darkness.

He awoke moments later, sandwiched between Dryden and Brian, who were both stroking his body lightly.

Are you well, dlu'thchara? Dryden asked softly. I did not hurt you, did I?

Justin smiled lazily. You know you did not. It was wonderful. He looked apologetically to Brian. I have never felt such pleasure before, even with Brian. Did you feel it, love?

Brian shook his head. No, you must have accidentally blocked me out.

It is a gift of the fairies, is all that Dryden would offer in reply, along with a sly smile. I blocked you from it, dlu'thchara. That gift is mine, and mine only to give you.

Brian moved to kiss Justin with a tender smile and then looked over to Dryden. You keep referring to us as dlu'thchara. What does it mean?

In the language of my people it means beloved friend. That is what you both have become to me. Dryden smiled as he reached over to cup Brian's face in his palm.

They leaned over Justin to kiss as Justin ran his hands over both of their lean bodies. After a few moments Justin whispered into their minds. Well, as one of your beloved friends, I think you better to do to Brian what you just did to me. That is, if your old body is up for it. Justin's teasing laughter rang through their minds.

Dryden laughed heartily and pushed Justin to switch places with Brian. Another gift of the fairies is that I am always, as you say, up for it, Dryden purred into their minds.

Justin reached around and fondled Brian's cock which was also already hard again. I think the fairies passed that gift to Brian along with the others you bestowed upon him, he chuckled.

Perhaps, Dryden answered mysteriously.

Brian thrust against Dryden gently. There is too much talking. I am waiting for my gift, Dryden. I want to feel what you did to Justin. I want to feel you inside of me.

Dryden groaned and pulled the other man into a fiery kiss. You are insatiable, Dryden teased as he rolled on his back, pulling Brian on top of him. Justin scooted closer to both of them, planting open mouthed kisses to various parts of their bodies. I knew it would be this way for us.

Yes, Brian hissed as Dryden worked his fingers in to prepare him. Brian met Dryden's gaze. Why did you wait…oh God…yes…until now? Why not sooner?

Because had we done this sooner…he grunted as Brian finally lowered himself onto his shaft. They both remained still for a moment so Brian could adjust. Had we done this sooner, and kept doing it, Dryden stated again, looking into Brian's eyes even as he reached out for Justin's hand, I knew I would not have been able to let you go.

 

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In the morning, Brian and Justin woke up alone, feeling oddly refreshed after their strenuous evening, but a little sad that Dryden had not remained with them.

They shared a gentle round of lovemaking to reestablish their own bond before rising to get ready for their trip home.

They soon found themselves back in the great hall, once again facing Dryden, who was serenely sitting on his throne. They were alone, save for a few guards and members of the king's court.

"Before you go, there is a gift I want to bestow upon you," Dryden spoke aloud. "Please come forward."

Brian and Justin moved forward and both dropped to their knees in front of Dryden's throne. Brian looked up to the king. "You have already given us so many gifts, highness."

"Well, this is a selfish gift more than anything else," Dryden replied with a small smile. He signaled and a woman approached, carrying a satin pillow. When she was within reach Dryden reached for the pillow and removed two silver rings that were both carved with intricate designs with a stone set in the middle. Brian's stone was a green emerald and Justin's a golden topaz, to match their magical auras. "I bestow upon you these rings."

"They are beautiful," Justin said in awe as Dryden placed the rings on the third fingers of their right hands.

"With these rings you can call me if you are in great need. Simply activate the spell with a drop of your blood on the stone and I will come. Use them wisely and only if you are in grave peril, for I do not care to enter your world for mere folly."

"Thank you, your highness," Brian and Justin answered in unison as they bowed down.

"Now rise, and come to me," Dryden commanded with a smile. Justin stepped forward first as Dryden rose to greet him. "I will miss you, dlu'thchara. You are truly, as Brian calls you, a ray of sunshine. Within you there is great power, but I know you will use it wisely and with restraint. Listen to your heart, and that of your shonauchar, and you will do well." He kissed Justin's lips and then his forehead.

Justin wiped a tear away. "I will miss you, my lord."

Dryden chucked him gently under the chin and moved over to where Brian stood. "You are a credit to our folk, Brian of Pennington. You have proven time and again that we chose wisely. "

Brian bowed his head. "Thank you, highness."

As Dryden kissed Brian he added one more thought in Brian's head, using private mind speech. Justin's powers will, at times, be a heavy burden for him to bear. You must be strong for him when he cannot.

I will, Brian answered. I promise.

Good man. Dryden stepped back. "And now I bid you both farewell. We wish you well in your quest to save your brother and your kingdom."

They bowed to the king once more and turned, making their way down the dais. They clasped hands as they headed toward the tall doors of the great hall as they had been instructed earlier.

Brian, I'm scared. I know Dryden said nothing will have changed, but it feels like we've been gone for months, Justin thought.

I trust him, Sunshine. All will be well, Brian answered with more confidence than he was really feeling.

The great doors opened and they stepped through. Just as when they came, there was a great flash of light and then their world went dark for a few moments.

When they opened their eyes it was dark, but they could tell they were outside, and in a fairy circle. Justin threw his golden mage light to hover above their heads without even thinking about it, so they could see exactly where they were. Is this the same spot? he asked Brian.

Before he could answer they heard their names. "Brian? Justin?" They turned at the sound of Daphne's voice and made their way out of the circle. They stopped short to see all of their party around a campfire, just as they had said to meet them there so long ago.

Everyone had stood when they had seen the flash of light in the circle.

Daphne had started walking toward the ring to meet them, but she stopped short when she got a good look at them. "Oh my God!" she gasped.

 

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