Chapter 32: Stalking Vincent

Omniscient Narrative

Days turned into weeks, with Aries engrossed in online searches and social media dives, trolling through every thread that could unveil this Kam.

He had decided to take matters into his own hands, he didn't need anyone anymore, he was okay with doing everything himself.

And with the whole stalking Vincent hasn't seen Kai.

But then again, that wasn't the reason why, Kai had told him to distance himself and that was why the younger man decided to gather more information.

If he was going to ruin their relationship, he might as well do it right.

That was why he decided to keep Kai aside for now.

If the man was going to push him away, he was going to ruin everything for the smaller man.

He was going to destroy everything he loved.

He was going to have Kai, even if it means he has to ruin the smaller man's life.

Little by little, the pieces began to fit together. Kam was someone that Vincent has known for years, their taboo relationship had started years ago. It isn't some fling, he's basically married to the other man.

And Aries couldn't lie to himself, Kam was a handsome man.

But he looked so familiar, he didn't know where he had seen the man before but he knows he had seen that face somewhere.

Aries knew he reached a point where his obsession felt like a drug—it consumed him, pulled him deeper into a darkened rabbit hole that danced precariously on the edge of morality.

Every night was spent sitting in front of his computer, pouring over photographs, social media interactions, and any bit of evidence he could find.

'I will ruin everything you love Kai' Aries stated maliciously.

'Every'

'Single'

'Thing'

....

As Aries continued to gather information, he felt the weight of his discovery settle on his shoulders.

Vincent wasn't just cheating on Kai, there was a deep connection—an emotional affair that transcended mere physicality.

Each secret meeting was a blow to Aries's burgeoning fantasies about a life shared with Kai, a life he knew would never exist if Vincent continued his deception.

If Kai continued to stay married to the cheating bastard.

A marriage he was set on destroying.

Determined to uncover more, Aries decided to follow Vincent to the various social events that he had discovered through painstaking hours of research.

Each gathering was an opportunity—an opportunity for Aries to glimpse the fragments of Vincent's life behind closed doors.

'Why doesn't he bring Kai to these events' Aries couldn't help but wonder.

At a gallery opening, Aries observed Vincent share easy laughter and flirtatious banter with Kam while faking interest in artistic exhibitions.

The dynamics flared like a live wire, and the tension in the air was palpable. Aries had never seen Vincent like this when he was with Kai, the warmth and authenticity was absent, replaced instead by a coldness that stirred a deep-rooted anger within him.

And THAT angered the younger man. He always acted like the man was a burden, a leech, like he was forced to be around him and that irritated Aries because if he wasn't willing to further the relationship, all he could do was save he-Aries- and Kai the trouble and just end the relationship.

As he eavesdropped on their conversation, Aries caught snippets of flirtation tumbling from Vincent's lips, laden with unspoken promises.

"We should definitely do this again," Vincent said, his voice smooth as honey, while Kam leaned closer, a glimmer of excitement in his eyes.

Aries's heart raced, the jealousy and anger clawing viciously at his insides, how can this man have it all?.

It felt like a suffocating fog enveloped him, and each moment spent as an unseen spectator eroded away his sense of self.

But Aries was not just an onlooker; he was a hunter, and it was time to gather evidence—real, tangible proof that Vincent was nothing more than a lying bastard.

...

As the days approached, Aries's obsession deepened, transforming his life into a seemingly never-ending quest to unveil Vincent's betrayal to the man he was deeply in love with.

He collected photographs, receipts, and recorded conversations, each piece of data becoming another nail in the coffin of Vincent's facade.

One fateful night, he decided to follow Vincent and Shane to a bar downtown—an outing that promised to be a pivotal point in his investigation.

Dressed inconspicuously, Aries settled into a dark booth, keeping a watchful eye on the entrance. When Vincent and Kam arrived, the tension simmered between them, electric and intoxicating.

They laughed together, the intimacy of their connection palpable as they leaned against one another, sharing inside jokes.

Aries's chest tightened as he observed Vincent's hand brush against Kam's back—a gesture that ignited a rush of furious protectiveness over Kai. How could Vincent treat his husband with such blatant disregard?.

'He literally never treats Kai like this'

Aries knew it was time to stir the plot, He approached their table, a sense of mischief coursing through him. He took a deep breath, steadying his voice, and interrupted their laughter.

"Vincent?" Aries asked, a feigned casualness masking the intensity behind his eyes.

Vincent turned, surprise etched on his face, quickly followed by an unease that confirmed the guilt he bore. "Uhh....Aries? Right? What are you doing here?" His eyes were almost bulging out of his eye socket.

"Just having a drink. I see you're busy," Aries replied, keeping his voice light but laced with an underlying tension.

"Yeah, uh, I'm just catching up with a friend and client," Vincent responded, discomfort creeping into his voice, he could feel the sweat forming on his skin.

Kam, sensed the heaviness of the situation. He looked between the two men, confusion written across his face. "How do you know each other?" he asked, tilting his head slightly. He had began to feel jealous as he stared judging the taller man.

'Is this another fling of his?' Kam asked as he eyes the taller man.

'But he doesn't look like Vinnie's type'

Aries smiled, revealing nothing. "I'm his son's friend"

"Yeah, Austin's friend" he then looked to Aries, "it was nice seeing you again" he gave Aries a fake smile.

"Yeah man" the younger man said before dabbing the older man up and walked away.

Vincent sat there watching the younger man away, a confused look on his face before giving his attention back to his lover.

"What was that about?" Kam asked

"I don't even know" Vincent leaned in for a kiss but Kam moved back.

"Aren't you worried about him?"

"I doubt what I do with my life will be of concern to him" Vincent spoke before leaning in again for a kiss. This time Kam accepted the kiss.

'I am going to destroy you Vincent Gregg'

'Even if it's the last thing I do'

The light skin man walked out of the establishment, making his way towards his car.

He had gathered enough information for his blackmailing.

Now he was on his way to meet the smaller man he hadn't seen in weeks.

'Kai thinks he can get away from me?' Aries let out a light laugh as he sat in his car. He pulled out his phone to stare at the camera, watching what the smaller man was doing.

All he was doing was just watching Tv.

Though Kai had told him to stay away, the younger man couldn't just listen to him, I mean he was in love with Kai. How could Kai tell him to forget him.

That wasn't going to happen and the younger man knew that.

Aries knew he had just enough evidence to go through with his devious plans.

He was getting Kai one way or another.

Even if he had to paint his hands red...

He was ready.