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The evening light of Monaco was a thing of liquid gold, spilling through the floor-to-ceiling windows of their penthouse apartment on Portier, number 377. It was Max's sanctuary, the place he had purchased long before their lives had intertwined in the way they had now, and it had become Charles' entire world. The apartment was a masterpiece of minimalist design, all clean lines, stark whites, and panoramic views of the azure Mediterranean and the glittering skyline.
Charles was curled on the vast, dove-grey sofa in the living room, a book lying forgotten on his chest. He wasn't reading. He was waiting. He was always waiting for Max. Dressed in a pair of soft, cream-colored silk pajama pants and one of Max's oversized navy blue jumpers, the sleeves pushed up to his elbows, he looked impossibly young and soft. The cashmere of the jumper smelled of Max's cologne, a heady, woody scent that was both a comfort and a constant, low-level arousal that hummed just beneath his skin.
His gaze kept flicking towards the door, his heart giving a little flutter of anticipation each time he thought he heard the tell-tale rumble of the private elevator that served their floor. He shifted, a slight, almost unconscious movement, and felt the gentle, insistent presence of the fluffy white tail plug nestled snugly inside him. It was a part of him now, a constant reminder of his place, of the delicious dynamic that defined part of their marriage. He'd put it in himself after his shower, following Max's morning text message: 'Wear it for me today, Katje. I want to feel you thinking of me.' And think of him he had. All day.
His fingers drifted up to his throat, lightly tracing the delicate, cool metal of the white gold collar. It was slender, elegant, and a piece of high-end jewelry. Dangling from it was a tiny, exquisitely crafted bell that gave the softest, most musical chime, and a small, charm. Engraved on it, in flowing script, were the words: 'Property of Max Verstappen ☆☆☆☆'. Four stars, one for each year they had been married. Four stars for the four corners of the world Max owned, and that Charles now presided over as its cherished, spoiled heart.
The sound of the elevator arriving was a soft whoosh, followed by the definitive click of the lock. Charles sat up, the book sliding onto the plush wool rug as his entire body tensed with a welcome, thrumming energy. The door swung open and there he was. Max. Even after all this time, the sight of him still made Charles' breath catch.
He was still in his work suit, a bespoke charcoal grey Tom Ford that hugged his powerful shoulders and long legs. He'd loosened his silk tie, the deep sapphire blue a stark contrast against the crisp white of his shirt. His hair was slightly disheveled, a few blond strands falling across his forehead, and he looked tired, the faint lines of a long day of negotiations and decisions etched around his piercing blue eyes. But when his eyes met Charles', all that fatigue seemed to melt away, replaced by a warmth so intense it was almost a physical touch.
"There you are," Max's voice was a low rumble, the sound of home. He dropped his briefcase by the door, shrugging off his suit jacket and draping it over a chair with practiced ease. He rolled his shoulders, the motion drawing Charles' gaze to the way his muscles shifted beneath the thin fabric of his shirt.
"Bonsoir Mon Amour" Charles whispered, his voice already soft, already slipping into the headspace that belonged only to Max.
Max crossed the room in a few long strides, his movements fluid and economical. He didn't stop until he was standing directly in front of Charles, looking down at him with an expression of such undisguised adoration it made Charles' chest ache. He reached out, his hand large and warm, and cupped Charles' jaw, his thumb stroking over the high cheekbone. "Did you miss me, Schatje?"
"Always," Charles breathed, leaning into the touch. "Every minute."
"Good boy," Max purred, his eyes already tracing the lines of Charles' body, noting the way he was sitting, the slight flush on his cheeks. "Did you do what Daddy asked? Did you wear your plug all day?"
Charles nodded, a shy blush creeping up his neck. "Yes, Daddy."
"Show me," Max commanded gently, his lips brushing against Charles' ear. "Stand up and let me see."
Charles obeyed instantly, rising to his feet. Max's hands went to his hips, turning him slightly before one hand drifted down to cup the curve of his ass through the silk pajamas. He squeezed, a low hum of approval vibrating in his chest. "Good. Such a good, obedient boy for me. Did it make you feel full? Did it make you remember who this tight little ass belongs to?"
"You," Charles whimpered, his hands clutching Max's biceps. "It belongs to you."
"That's right," Max affirmed, his voice dropping to a deeper, more dominant register. He leaned in, his gaze dropping to Charles' throat, to the glint of the collar and bell. A slow, satisfied smile touched his lips. "And this? Wearing your collar all day? Did it remind you who you belong to?"
"Toujours," Charles breathed. The bell on his collar gave a tiny, delicate chime as he tilted his head back, offering his mouth.
Max took the invitation, his lips claiming Charles' in a kiss that was both possessive and tender. It wasn't a frantic kiss, but one of ownership, a re-acquaintance. He tasted of expensive coffee and something uniquely Max. Charles melted into it, his hands coming up to rest on Max's chest, feeling the steady, strong beat of his heart through the shirt.
When they parted, Max's eyes were dark, the blue deepening to a stormy sea. He let his thumb drift from Charles' jaw to his lips, tracing their swollen, reddened shape. "I've been thinking about you all day," he confessed, his voice dropping to a deeper register. "Thinking about this mouth. Thinking about how pretty you look on your knees for me."
Charles shivered, a delicious frisson of excitement coursing through him. "I thought about you too," he admitted, his gaze wide and trusting. "About... about your cock."
"Did you now?" Max's smile was predatory now, but still filled with that deep affection. He gently took Charles' hand, pulling him towards the bedroom. "And what exactly was my pretty kitten thinking about?"
Charles blushed, the heat creeping up his neck and blooming across his cheeks. He bit his lower lip, a gesture he knew Max found irresistible. "About... about how it feels in my mouth," he stammered softly. "How it stretches my lips. How you taste when you cum."
Max groaned, a low, guttural sound. "Fuck, Charles. You have such a dirty mouth for such a pretty boy." He stopped just inside the bedroom door, turning Charles to face him. "Schatje let me look at you," Max said, his voice soft but commanding. He took a step back, his eyes roaming over Charles' form, taking in the rumpled jumper, the silk pants, the collar, the faint blush that still colored his skin. He looked like a feast, and Max was a starving man. "So beautiful," he murmured, almost to himself. "Do you know how beautiful you are, Mijn Katje?"
Charles shook his head, feeling shy under the intensity of Max's gaze. "I'm yours," he offered, the words feeling more true than anything else.
"Yes, you are," Max agreed. He reached out again, this time his fingers hooking under the hem of the jumper. "Arms up."
Charles obeyed without question, lifting his arms over his head. Max peeled the jumper off, tossing it carelessly onto a chaise lounge in the corner. Charles stood before him now, bare-chested. The cool air of the room made his nipples pebble into tight little buds. Max's gaze fixed on them, and a slow, predatory smile spread across his face.
"Look at these," Max growled, his voice thick with appreciation. He brought his hands up, cupping Charles' pecs, his thumbs brushing over the sensitive nubs. "My pretty tits. All ready to be played with. Did you think about me touching these today? About pinching these pretty nipples until you cried for me?"
"Oui," Charles whimpered, arching into the touch. "Please, Daddy."
Max leaned down, his hot breath ghosting over one of Charles' nipples. "You want my mouth on them, kitten? You want me to suck on these pretty little tits until they're sore?" He didn't wait for an answer, closing his mouth over the peak, his tongue swirling around the tight bud before he began to suckle, gently at first, then with increasing pressure. The sensation was exquisite, a direct line of fire that shot straight to Charles' groin. He cried out, his hips bucking forward, seeking friction against Max's thigh.
Max's other hand continued to toy with his other nipple, pinching and rolling it between his fingers, sending waves of pleasure-pain coursing through him. "So responsive," Max chuckled, a low, deep sound. "My little slut likes having his tits played with, doesn't he?"
"Ouaiss," Charles moaned, his hands flying to Max's shoulders.
Max lavished attention on Charles' chest for long, torturous minutes, moving from one peak to the other, leaving them glistening and swollen, a deep, rosy red. Charles was a writhing, whimpering mess by the time he finally pulled back, his eyes glassy with unshed tears of pleasure. Max's own breathing was ragged, his control clearly hanging by a thread.
"On the bed," he ordered, his voice rough with desire. "On your hands and knees. I want to see you."
Charles scrambled to obey, his movements clumsy with arousal. He crawled onto the massive bed, the soft duvet a luxurious contrast to the intensity of his need. He positioned himself as Max had commanded, his ass high in the air, his face pillowed on his arms. The fluffy white tail plug was now fully on display, a stark, adorable contrast against the tanned skin of his body.
Max let out a low groan at the sight. He slowly undressed, his movements slow but deliberate. He folded his clothes, placing them neatly on the chaise, a stark contrast to the raw, primal energy that was rolling off him in waves. Charles watched him from under his lashes, his mouth watering at the sight of Max's body. He was all hard planes and thick muscle, his cock jutting out from a thatch of blond curls, thick and angry-looking with arousal.
"Fuck, look at you," Max breathed, climbing onto the bed behind Charles. He knelt there for a moment, just looking, his gaze drinking in the sight of his husband, so submissive and eager for him. He reached out, his hand tracing the line of Charles' spine, from the nape of his neck all the way down to the cleft of his ass. Charles shivered under the touch, the bell on his collar chiming softly with the movement.
Then Max's attention was on the tail. He took hold of the fluffy end, not pulling, just holding it. "Did you wear this all day sweetheart, just waiting for Daddy to come home?" he asked, his voice a low purr.
"Yes, Daddy," Charles mumbled into his arms, his lust palpable.
"Good boy," Max praised, his voice thick with satisfaction. He began to move the plug, just slightly, twisting it gently. The motion sent a jolt of pleasure through Charles, making him gasp and clutch at the bedding. Max did it again, a little more firmly this time, watching the way Charles' hole clenched around the base of the toy. "You like that, don't you? You like having your little ass filled up."
"Yes," Charles moaned, pushing back slightly, seeking more of the sensation. "Please, Daddy... more, I want more, s’il te plait."
Max chuckled, a dark, dominant sound. He leaned over Charles, his chest pressing against Charles' back, his mouth next to his ear. "What do you want, my greedy little kitten? Do you want Daddy to fuck you with this toy? Or do you want his cock?"
"Your cock," Charles cried out instantly, without a moment's hesitation. "Please, Daddy, I want your cock. I want you to fill me up."
"Such a polite boy," Max praised, his voice thick with satisfaction. He straightened up, his hands gripping Charles' hips. "But not yet. First, I want to taste your pretty cunt."
The word, so filthy and so intimate, made Charles' entire body flush with a fresh wave of heat. He loved it. He loved when Max called it that, loved the possessive, derogatory term of endearment. It stripped him bare, reduced him to a single, essential purpose: to be Max's to use, to cherish, to fill.
Max slowly pulled the plug out, the movement agonizingly deliberate. Charles felt the loss acutely, a sudden emptiness that was almost painful. Max tossed the toy onto their nightstand, his eyes fixed on the glistening, stretched hole it left behind. He reached out with a thumb, tracing the rim, feeling the flutter of muscles. "Look at this," Max breathed, his voice filled with awe. "All open and ready for me. All mine."
He leaned down, and Charles felt the shocking, wet heat of Max's tongue against his most intimate place. He cried out, his entire body jolting as if struck by lightning. Max ate at him with a single-minded focus, his tongue probing and licking, his teeth nipping gently at the sensitive skin. He was devouring him, claiming him with his mouth, marking him as his territory.
"Taste so good," Max growled against his skin. "Such a sweet little cunt for Daddy to eat." He drove his tongue deeper, fucking Charles with it, making him sob with pleasure. "You like that, don't you? You like Daddy's tongue in your ass?"
"Oui," Charles cried out, his hands fisting in the duvet. "Please, Daddy, please..."
Max's tongue was replaced by his fingers, first one, then two, sliding easily into Charles' well-prepared hole. He crooked them, searching for and finding that special bundle of nerves deep inside. Charles saw stars, a white-hot explosion of pleasure behind his eyes as Max began to massage his prostate with a firm, relentless rhythm.
"Please!" he sobbed, his hands fisting in the duvet. "Daddy, please! Non, I'm going to... I can't..."
"Not yet," Max commanded, his voice a firm, steel-edged caress. He withdrew his fingers, leaving Charles panting and desperate on the edge of the precipice. "You don't cum until I say so. Understand?"
Charles nodded, his forehead pressed against the mattress. "Yes, Daddy," he whimpered, his entire body trembling with the effort of holding back.
"Good boy," Max praised. He reached for the lube, coating his fingers generously before pressing three against Charles' entrance. "Let's get this pretty little cunt ready for my cock." He pushed them in slowly, stretching Charles wide, scissoring his fingers to prepare him. "You're so tight, kitten. So fucking tight for me. I can't wait to be inside you."
"Please," Charles begged, pushing back against Max's fingers. "I need more, Daddy. I need your cock."
"Soon," Max promised, his voice a low rumble. He added a fourth finger, the stretch burning so good. "Look at you, taking four fingers like such a good little slut. You were made for this, weren't you? Made to be fucked."
"Non, made for you" Charles sobbed, his body trembling with need.
Max finally withdrew his fingers, leaving Charles feeling empty and aching. He quickly slicked up his cock, the sound obscene in the quiet room. He positioned himself behind Charles, the head of his cock nudging against Charles' entrance. "You ready for me, Schatje? Ready for Daddy's cock?"
"Yes," Charles whimpered, pushing back. "Please, Daddy, fuck me."
Max pushed in slowly, inch by thick, glorious inch. The stretch was exquisite, a burn that quickly morphed into a deep, satisfying fullness. Charles felt like he was being split in two, in the best possible way. He was being completed.
"Fuck, you're tight," Max grunted, his movements becoming a little faster, a little harder. "Such a perfect little hole for me, isn't it? Made for my cock."
"Yes," Charles cried out, pushing back to meet each thrust. "Yours, Daddy, all for you."
Max began to move, his thrusts slow and deep at first, a steady, punishing rhythm that rocked Charles' entire body. Each thrust pushed him forward into the mattress, the friction of the duvet against his own neglected cock a sweet agony. Max's hands were everywhere, gripping his hips, stroking his back, reaching around to pinch his swollen nipples.
"Look at you," Max panted, his voice a raw, guttural sound. "My beautiful kitten, taking my cock so well. You love it, don't you? You love being fucked like this."
"Love it," Charles sobbed, his vision blurring with tears of pleasure. "Love you, Daddy."
Max's hand snaked around Charles' body, wrapping around his aching cock. "Then come for me," he commanded, his voice a harsh, dominant growl. "Cum for me now Schatje. Let me feel you."
That was all it took. The permission, the feel of Max's hand stroking him in time with his thrusts, sent Charles hurtling over the edge. He came with a hoarse cry, his body convulsing, his release spurting over Max's hand and the pristine white duvet. The pleasure was overwhelming, a tidal wave that washed over him, leaving him boneless and spent.
Max followed him over the edge a moment later, his own release a deep, guttural groan as he buried himself deep inside Charles, his cock pulsing as he filled Charles. He collapsed over Charles' back, his weight a welcome, grounding presence, his breathing harsh and ragged in Charles' ear.
They lay like that, a tangle of limbs and sweaty skin, the only sound in the room their slow breaths. Max was the first to move, pressing a soft, lingering kiss to Charles' shoulder, then forehead before carefully pulling out. Charles whimpered and whined softly at the loss, feeling empty and sore in the most delicious way.
Max gathered Charles into his arms. He rolled them onto their sides, facing each other, and pulled the duvet over them. Charles snuggled into his chest, his head tucked under Max's chin, his body still humming with the aftershocks of his orgasm.
"You were incredible," Max murmured, his voice soft and husky. He stroked Charles' sweat-damp hair, his touch infinitely gentle. "So good for me, Charles."
"Mmm," Charles hummed contentedly, his eyes drifting closed. He felt safe, cherished, utterly sated. He was home.
They stayed like that for a while, just holding each other, the aftershocks of their passion slowly fading into a warm, comfortable glow. Charles could feel Max's heart beating steadily under his ear, a calming, rhythmic sound. He was drifting in that hazy, blissful space between wakefulness and sleep, completely content in his husband's arms.
After a while, Max stirred. "Let me clean you up, Schatje," he said softly, pressing a kiss to the top of Charles' head. "Then I'll run you a bath."
Charles made a soft sound of protest, burrowing closer. "Don't wanna move."
Max chuckled, a low, affectionate rumble. "I know. But you'll feel better. And I want to take care of you." He gently disentangled himself, sliding out of bed. Charles watched him go, his eyes half-lidded, admiring the confident, easy grace of Max's naked body as he walked into the adjoining bathroom.
A moment later, Charles heard the sound of the taps, followed by the gentle slosh of water filling the tub. Max returned a minute later with a warm, damp washcloth. He was incredibly gentle as he cleaned Charles up, wiping away the evidence of their lovemaking. Charles sighed, his body relaxing completely under the tender ministrations. This was the part he loved just as much as the sex itself, the aftercare, the quiet moments where Max's dominance gave way to a profound and unwavering devotion.
"All done," Max murmured, dropping a kiss on Charles' hip. He stood up, holding out a hand. "Come on, my sleepy kitten. Your bath awaits."
Charles let Max pull him to his feet, his legs feeling distinctly wobbly. He leaned against Max, his head on his shoulder as they walked into the bathroom. The room was filled with steam, the air thick with the scent of roses. Max had lit several candles, their flickering light casting a warm, romantic glow on the marble surfaces. The bathtub, a deep, freestanding oval, was almost full, the water shimmering with a thin layer of rose oil. The scent was intoxicating, sweet and calming.
Max climbed into the tub first, then held out his hands to help Charles in. Charles sank into the hot, fragrant water with a blissful sigh, his muscles instantly beginning to relax. Max settled behind him, pulling Charles back to rest against his chest. The water came up to their shoulders, enveloping them in a cocoon of warmth and scent.
"Just relax," Max murmured, his arms wrapped around Charles' waist. He rested his chin on Charles' shoulder, his lips brushing against the sensitive skin of his neck. "Let me take care of you."
Charles did. He let his head fall back against Max's shoulder, his eyes closing as he surrendered to the sensation. He could feel Max's hands on him, one stroking his chest, the other gently massaging his shoulder. The water was hot, the scent of roses was soothing, and Max's presence was a solid, comforting weight behind him.
"Feel good?" Max asked softly, his voice a low rumble against Charles' back.
"Mmm," Charles hummed in agreement. "C’est bon
Max picked up a small, natural sponge from the side of the tub, lathering it with some soap that smelled faintly of sandalwood. He began to wash Charles, his movements slow and methodical. He started with his chest, his touch gentle as he cleaned the sensitive skin of his pecs, his thumbs brushing over his still-peaked nipples. Charles shivered, a faint echo of his earlier arousal stirring within him.
Max washed his arms, his hands, his long, elegant fingers. He paid special attention to his neck, gently moving the white gold collar and the tiny bell, making it gleam in the candlelight. "You should always wear this," Max murmured, his lips against Charles' ear. "I love seeing my name on you."
"Always," Charles whispered, his voice thick with emotion.
Max moved lower, washing his stomach, his hips, his thighs. His touch was soft, as if he were worshiping a sacred object. He was washing his husband, his partner, his beloved pet, and every touch was imbued with a love so deep it was palpable in the air.
He gently washed between Charles' legs, his touch careful and soothing on the sensitive, well-used hole. Charles winced slightly, and Max immediately stilled.
"Too sore?" he asked, his voice filled with concern.
"No," Charles reassured him, turning his head to press a kiss to Max's jaw. "Just... sensitive. In a good way."
Max relaxed, resuming his gentle ministrations. "Good," he murmured. "I like knowing I've marked you. That you'll feel me tomorrow."
The thought sent a fresh wave of possessive pleasure through Charles. He loved the idea of carrying Max's marks, of having a physical reminder of their passion.
When Max was satisfied that Charles was clean, he put the sponge aside and just held him, his hands resting on Charles' stomach under the water. They were quiet for a long time, just breathing together, the only sounds, the lapping of the water and the occasional crackle of a candle flame.
"I love you," Charles said softly, breaking the comfortable silence. The words felt small, inadequate for the sheer volume of emotion he was feeling.
"I love you too," Max replied instantly, his arms tightening around Charles. "More than anything."
They stayed in the bath until the water began to cool. Max was the first to move, his movements slow as he stood and grabbed a large, fluffy towel from the heated rack. He held it open, and Charles stepped into his embrace, letting Max wrap him in the warm, soft cotton. Max dried him with the same tender care he had washed him, patting his skin dry until he was warm and flushed.
"Come on Schatje," Max said softly, taking his hand. "Bed."
He led Charles back into the bedroom, which now smelled of sex and roses that flowed in from the bathroom. Max pulled back the duvet, and Charles slid into the cool sheets, sighing with pleasure. Max followed a moment later, pulling the duvet over them and gathering Charles into his arms again.
Charles snuggled close, his head on Max's chest, his leg draped over Max's hip. He felt completely and utterly content, content in a way that went beyond the physical. This was his place. This was his home. Not the apartment, not the bed, but Max's arms. Max's heart.
"Sleep now, my sweet boy," Max murmured, his voice a soft, hypnotic caress. He was stroking Charles' hair, his touch rhythmical and soothing.
Charles was already drifting, his body heavy and relaxed. He could feel sleep pulling him under, a warm, welcoming tide. "Max?" he mumbled, his voice fuzzy with sleep.
"Yes, Schatje?"
"Merci," he whispered.
Max's arms tightened around him. "Always," he whispered back, pressing a final, lingering kiss to Charles' forehead.
“Fais de beaux rêves, je t'aime”
“Ik hou van je Charles, sleep now Schatje”
And Charles did, a soft, contented sigh escaping his lips as he finally succumbed to the pull of sleep, safe and cherished in the arms of the man he loved, the man who owned him, body and soul. The bell on his collar was silent now, but the echo of its music, and the promise of its meaning, lingered in the quiet darkness of the room, a testament to a love that was as fierce as it was tender, as dominant as it was devoted.