Fic:Glamorous Glambert (14/50)
Title: Glamorous Glambert (14/50)
Author: Amberwinters
Pairing: Adam/Simon; Adam/Kris
Rating: R
Summary: AU fic that takes place in a fictional country around the 1700s. Kris is a landowner, Simon is a powerful trader and Adam is a theater sensation.
Wordcount: 1573
Notes: Here is part 14. Angst. Comments/Concrit appreciated.
Warnings: Not too many, some cursing, some sexy times, light violence, domination.
The next day, Kris was picked up at eleven has Prince David promised. The brunch was a fancy affair and Kris had a good time. His only concern was that Adam was absent from the event. Lady Kara had told the Queen that Adam was still feeling under the weather. Toward the end of the day, Kris went by Lady Kara.
“Is Adam OK?” asked Kris.
Lady Kara looked at Kris, “Didn’t I tell you two not to be so stupid? Adam is fine. Simon is mad but luckily he believes Adam that nothing happened between you two. You are also lucky Adam is smart enough and sexy enough to make himself irresistible to Simon. It is actually a very annoying situation from my perspective. Be smart, Kris, and focus on Katy. She is a great catch, much better than you deserve.”
Kris looked at Lady Kara, “Simon, is trying to marry me off?”
“Be glad the other option was getting your family banished. I’d take door one if I were you,” Lady Kara suggested.
Kris was furious, “So Katy is acting?”
“No sweetie, there is no accounting for her taste. Simon is being opportunistic and vouching for your character but that’s it. The rest is up to you. Don’t pass up a good thing for something that will never happen.”
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That night Kris and his family just relaxed at home. The next day was the farewell ball for the Mauritian Royal entourage. Kris took his time getting done and ignored his mother’s chatter on what a great match between their family and the O’Connells would be. She kept telling his father that it would elevate their standing above the Gokeys and make them an even match to the Girauds and Sarvers. Kris could feel a gilded cage coming up around him.
The Allens arrived at the Ball on time. They were announced and warmly welcomed by the King and Queen which was odd at best. They went down the receiving line. Both Prince David and Prince Archie were equally nice. Kris spotted Simon Cowell and Lady Kara. He saw Adam with them but he appeared pretty subdued. Kris stared and caught Adam’s eye. Adam looked sad and then quickly looked away not even acknowledging Kris. It hurt and worried him.
Prince David came over with Katy. Kris bowed to them both.
“So Allen, Katy here seems to think you should come visit us in Mauritia. Would you and your family be able to come down for a visit?” inquired Prince David.
“My father needs to stay for the fall planting. But, probably myself and my brother Daniel could come for a brief stay.”
“Good enough. If you can manage it, you and your brother can return with us.”
Kris felt like he was losing control of his life but then he looked at Katy and saw her glowing. Perhaps a gilded cage wouldn’t be so bad.
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As the party continued Kris kept looking over at Adam. He was still subdued and his smiles seemed very forced. At one point he noticed Lady Kara pulling Adam outside. Kris went to observe. As soon as they got outside, she smacked Adam across the face. “You better snap out of it and get your head in the game. Simon is losing his patience and so am I. You think if I had tried to fool around with someone off limits I’d be here? You might be in the dog house Adam but at least you are around. I suggest you start showing your gratitude instead of sulking like the spoiled boy toy you are.”
Adam looked at Kara, “Fuck you.”
She smacked him again and Adam looked at her menacingly. Adam grabbed her hair and pulled her head back. Kris was about to interrupt when Adam smiled and kissed Kara tenderly and sensually. He ran his tongue around her lips before going deep into her mouth. He broke away and Kara seemed a little shaken.
Adam smirked, “Your right, Kara, I need to get my head in the game. How was that for faking it.” Kara went to hit him with her fist but he grabbed it before she could contact his jaw. He laughed and kissed her hand.
“OK, my sweet, maybe I was only half faking.”
“You are an ass, Adam. Let’s go back before Simon gets pissed at me too.”
Kris just stood there and had the feeling he would never understand all the intrigue surrounding Adam. He was a simple guy and liked thing to be as they appear. He did want a boring, predictable life. As much as longed to be with Adam, he wasn’t sure he would survive the drama. It would be much easier to make everyone happy and follow the path that was opening for him. He would go to Mauritia.
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Kris did not get to speak to Adam at the party nor did he get to say goodbye. He went to Mauritia and had a good time. He liked Katy and felt attracted to her. He pushed thoughts of Adam aside and just focused on Katy. He met the King and Queen of Mauritia and they seemed to think he was nice enough. He also had grown fond of Prince Archie. He was sweet and incapable of deception. Prince Archie was also completely infatuated with Adam. He asked Kris thousands of questions about him. Kris tried not to be curt and never admitted to any feeling other than friendship between him and Adam. Kris agreed with most people’s assessment that Prince Archie was sweet and naïve. He did not agree that Prince Archie was dumb. He seemed to have an idea that Adam was Simon’s lover. Kris was also surprised Prince Archie seemed to know Adam’s flirting was fake.
“I hope Adam comes here to perform. He is so beautiful and confidant. I thought he was going to make a pass at me but then he didn’t. He just kind of disappeared and then kept his distance. I guess physical contact wasn’t part of his plan,” Prince Archie informed Kris.
Kris looked at the Prince, “What plan?”
Archie shrugged, “I think Simon was making Adam flirt with me. He needs access to our roads for his trade route. It is not like I am really Glambert’s type.”
“If you thought he was using you, didn’t that bother you?
Archie shrugged, “I wanted to see what it would be like, you know. Adam seemed to know what he was doing and I sure don’t. Plus, it seems like if the guy is pretty enough people think it’s OK. No one seems to look at Simon funny. Besides, it would have been nice to have someone so into me even if it was only pretend.”
Kris felt horrible but wondered how much of that was true about his situation. Maybe Adam just liked to flirt with danger and didn’t have deeper feeling for Kris. Kris and Prince Archie just started talking about music.
Prince David and the Queen came to see Kris the night before Kris and Daniel would head back to Lisantia.
Kris was nervous but just played it cool.
The Queen smiled at Kris, “Kris, it was so nice having you here. I have not seen Katy so happy and the two of you together is sweet.”
The King looking less friendly, “What are your intentions?”
“Um…I was hoping to court her?”
“From Lisantia?” questioned the King.
Kris didn’t have an answer, “I guess it would be hard.”
The Queen smiled, “Exactly, but we like you so we are going to send Katy and Archie to stay with Simon Cowell. Simon’s wedding is scheduled in three months time so Katy can help out Lady Kara.”
Kris was surprised, “Great, then I can court her properly.”
“Well…we would rather she stayed in Simon’s house as an betrothed woman.”
Kris swallowed hard, “You want us to get betrothed?”
“Of course. I am sure Mrs. and Mr. Allen would not object. We are giving Katy a sizeable dowry,” said the King.
“Are you sure Ka-Miss O’Connell wants to marry me?”
King indulged him, “It is really not necessary for her to agree but you can ask her if you like.”
“I would like to talk to her first. Would we be allowed to live in Lisantia?”
“Of course, you are an eldest son so you inherit the lands. Katy would like to live simply anyway. She is not really suited for court life.”
The Queen arranged for Katy and Kris to meet in the library to discuss their future. Katy arrived looking nervous and beautiful.
“Kris, you wanted to speak to me?” Kris liked the sound of his Christian name on her lips.
“Yes, Katy. Sit down, please.” Katy said down and looked at Kris curiously.
“The King has offered me your hand in marriage.” Katy looked happy but then became guarded.
“You don’t want to marry me?” Katy nervously questioned.
“I think you are amazing but I wanted you to have a say too. I can’t think of any other woman I would rather marry.”
Katy hugged him, “I love that you care what I want. I want to marry you, Kristopher Neil Allen.”
Kris was in shock as he realized he was now engaged to a beautiful woman. He was happy but a small part of him felt the gilded cage tighten around him. A part of him cried out and it cried for Adam.
~~~End part 14~~~