Chapter 38
“You still need things for the winter in Colorado.” Armand put out his hand. Martin handed him a new pad of paper, and he started to make a list. “I suggest L.L. Bean in Yonkers. It’s not cold enough in Colorado to resort to Duluth Trading. But you will need down snow pants, a jacket, knit cap, gloves and scarves, along with some heavy duty jeans and boots as the ranch is in the mountains.”
Donal whispered to Sean, “How does he do that? Martin had the pad ready as soon as The Alpha put out his hand.”
“Martin and Armand have been together since they were pups. The Alpha link is very strong between them. Martin can also anticipate Armand. It’s a trait that comes in handy,” Sean whispered back. “From what I understand, Peter had been with Alexei just as long. Vasily is playing catch-up because he was the Second.”
Armand continued, “Martin will have Edward see to the documents that will transfer your funds to a joint account. I think Artis should give Donal a complete physical so we know if there is anything else to worry about. He can do that this evening after we get back.” Boris poured Armand another cup of coffee. Armand tasted it and looked up at Katya. “Good coffee.”
Katya smiled. “Alton Brown, Good Eats…” Armand gazed over at Sean.
“I’ll explain later,” Sean mouthed. Armand nodded.
“Artis said his blood came back clean,” Alexei said, “except for vitamin deficiencies for which Donal will have to take B-12 shots, iron infusions, and mega doses of other vitamins until he takes my seed. Of course after he takes my seed, the infection, if there is one, and the deficiencies will be gone as will the damage to his lungs from his frequent bouts with pneumonia.”
“We should finish up and get started,” Sean said. “We need to stop at Blanc Jewelers for the rings, and Mr. Abbott will want to take measurements to tailor the off-the-rack suits and to make the tuxedos and bespoke suits. You can pick materials for the custom suits and shirts from his shop. And remember to ask for extra room in the crotch. When you have a mate, you’re always half hard,” Sean told Donal and Armand chuckled.
“From what I saw yesterday and last night, Alexei’s going to need a lot of extra room,” Donal mumbled, not happily. He shifted uncomfortably in his chair.
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Sean stood. “I brought over some of Kane’s casual clothes. We’ll have to buy dress shoes first so the suits can be fitted properly, but these things will be fine with your sneakers. Armand has to speak privately about the mating to Alexei anyway. Let’s go up and get you changed.”
On the way upstairs to the third floor, unable to help himself, Donal asked, “What about the mating?”
“Armand is going to tell Alexei about desensitizing lube and extensive foreplay to stretch the guardian muscle, the sphincter.”
“Alexei promised me he wouldn’t hurt me, but my experience has been that it always hurts.” Donal absently rubbed his bottom.
“That’s because most of the time your customers didn’t use lube or lubricated condoms, and you were repeatedly torn. If Alexei does it right, you’ll feel only a slight burn the first time which should be taken care of by the numbing lube and then extreme pleasure, especially when he hits your prostate,” Sean explained with a wink.
“What’s a prostate?”
Sean came around and patted Donal’s shoulder. “Now I understand how bad sex has been for you and what courage it took to say yes to Alexei.” He gave Donal a reassuring smile. “The prostate is a sensitive gland that your partner can manipulate with his fingers and hit with his shaft when he takes you. If done right, it gives you extreme pleasure.”
“Oh, I’ve never had that experience,” Donal said in a small voice.
“Alexei will make sure you have many experiences like that. Now let’s get you dressed.”
Katya had brought a duffle upstairs, which Sean opened. Out came a pair of lightweight wool slacks, an oxford shirt, a sweater, and a blazer. “We also need to get you a raincoat, a down jacket, and an overcoat. Sometimes we walk outside in the city, especially at school, and it gets rainy or cold so you’ll need the coats to keep you warm.” 8
Family dining room
Thursday morning
“So you have some experience,” Armand stated.