"At my Side all the Time" (Private) robertita & toby2663

[toby2663]

After leaving the baron and informing the kitchen of the altered eating arrangements for that evening bastion wandered out into the castles gardens and over to the rose arbour. He often came here when he needed to think or just needed time alone away from the hustle and bustle of the castle , it was a nice quiet spot that caught much of the sun. The other staff knew that if he was out here he was not to be disturbed unless the baron wanted him or there was a real emergency. Settling down on his favorite bench he took a deep breath of the heavily perfumed air,this was one of the things he enjoyed the most the redolent aroma having an almost soporific effect on him calming his soul and helping to focus his troubled mind. "Right ! what to do ,what to do ?" he thought, he knew that this afternoon he had overstepped one of the unwritten boundary lines between the baron and himself but still he was glad the baron had asked him and was proud and unashamed that he had answered the baron honestly and truthfully. However it did leave them both in an awkward position, they could both pretend that nothing had been said and try to carry on as before difficult but not completely impossible. Or he could take the barons words at face value and try to teach him how to love again.lf he was to go with the latter he would need to come up with a plan to force the baron to confront his feelings for bastion. After half an hour of serious thought and contemplation bastion had formulated a plan of action. The important thing was to remind the baron of how much he didnt just need but wanted bastion around.Leaving the rose arbour bastion visited the stables to make sur that all the preparations where in place for the departure the following morning and after tweaking things to his satisfaction he headed to the kitchen "Have young greta serve the baron to night,l have much still to prepare " he instructed the chef " we leave early tomorrow so make sure you and your staff are ready" and with that he turned and walked out of the kitchen and headed to the guard house where after a brief conversation with the captain about the arrangements for the following day he returned to the main part of the castle. Ascending the stairs to the upper part of the castle he arrived at the barons suite of rooms,knocking on the door he entered. Looking around he could not see the baron but did notice the door to his bed chamber was slightly ajar "Dominus" he called out as he walked over to the bed chamber in side he found the baron curled up on his bed looking at him quizzically walking over to the bed side he bowed "almost all preparations are complete dominus we can leave at first light in the morning,l still have a couple of things to check over so greta will be attending you this evening.Is there anything you need from me whilst l am here dominus else l will carry on and finish the last few tasks "

[robertita]

Baron had just awakened when he heard Bastion knocking on door. Baron thought his dinner was ready but hearing Bastion’s words he remained silent for a minute. “You can go Bastion”. Bastion bowed and left. Baron couldn’t believe what he heard. “I still have a couple of things to check over so Greta will be attending you this evening”. Never in his life Baron hadn’t been served by somebody else; Bastion was the only servant who served him. Rising from bed, Baron looked out the window: Bastion just rode and went to town. “ Do you run from me Bastion? Do you regret you have confessed your feelings for me? “ Baron thought. Then he came downstairs and he went into the kitchen. Servants surprised bowed. “ I won’t eat dinner tonight. All I want is a glass of wine. Now! “ Baron yelled. One of the servants gave Baron a bottle of wine. The Baron went to his room. “Where did he go at this hour? His obligation is to take care of me.” Baron thought. Baron finished his glass of wine in 30 minutes. After that he threw the empty bottle in the door. Hearing noise one of the servants came to see if Baron was fine. “Get out. How you dare to enter my room.” Baron was so angry that servant ran as fast as he could. Baron slammed the door of his bed chamber “ Bastion all I wanted was to have dinner with you and you run away” thought Baron before falling near the door.

[toby2663]

Riding out through the castle gate bastion as always could feel the barons eyes on him "Good let him feel what it is to want and not get for once" he thought, then as he remembered the barons past he felt a twinge of guilt and his face flamed red at the shame of his own childish pettiness. He really did have to make this side trip but it would not take long and then he would apologize to the baron and who knows they could spend the night together. After riding along barely visible trackways for about half an hour he final came to a clearing and the run down hut of a charcoal burner, as he rode up the leather flap that served as a door moved apart and a stocky middle aged man came out side. Looking up at bastion on horse back he cocked an eye " You are late ,l was expecting you much earlier has there been problems ?" "No l got delayed by the baron that is all, do you have the reports for me ?" bastion replied . " Yes sir of course. We followed the barons guests as instructed and there was nothing untoward to report with them . But there has been a stranger in the area for the last few weeks ,he is purporting to be a traveling eye doctor and is using this to travel from farm to farm and village to village. However he is a little too well spoken and a little too well fed and dressed if you know what l mean, he has also been asking questions about the castle and the baron not many but enough that it was reported back to me l have sigismund tracking him so if needs be we can deal with him quickly and quietly. That and everything else is in the reports sir" he said handing bastion a thick envelope . " Good ,well done monitor the situation ,we will be leaving early tomorrow you have your men prepared yes. There is something about that manuscript a nd this trip that does not ring true l just cant put my finger upon it though ,right l better get back to the castle, good hunting bergen and again very well done" With that bastion remounted his horse and rode off back in the direction he had come from. On arriving back at the castle he dropped his horse off at the stables and entered the castle,after locking the thick envelope in his office he proceded up to the barons rooms. He had decided to apologize to the baron fulsomely and try and draw a line under todays foolishness as he knocked and entered the crunching of broken glass under both the door and his boots had his senses working over time glancing down he could see the remains of a broken bottle looking around the room he could see nothing out of place or untoward as he walked to ward the bed chamber door he softly called out the barons name something he very rarely did as he quietly opened the door and looked in he felt his chest contract as he saw the barons body on the floor, taking a deep breath to control the tidal wave of panic that was threatening to overwhelm him he looked around the room noting that nothing seemed amiss he stepped into the room and over to the baron. kneeling by his side he could smell the wine fumes "AH that explains it " he thought as he gently picked the baron up and carried him to his bed,laying him down he started to carefully undress him all the while silently berating himself for his childish stupidity " how can you claim that you love him when you force him to behave like this ,what were you thinking bastion oh thats right you didnt did you, for gods sake you know how he feels about people after that bastard at the university what the f##k were you playing at you can be so stupid at times"having stripped the baron he covered him up and kissing him gently once he left the room pulling the cord over by the fire place to summon a servant he pondered on what to do after a few moments the door opened and a maid entered pointing to the mess on the floor bastion said "clean that up and do it quietly please" he then turned and reentered the barons bed chamber and laying on the bed next to the baron he pulled the sleeping man into his embrace and stroking his hair gently he waited for sleep to claim him.

[robertita]

Baron woke up slowly and felt that something was wrong. Someone hugged him. Baron opened his eyes and realised Bastion was embracing him. “ Bastion” he said quietly but the young man didn’t move. “So you didn’t run. You came back to me.” Baron was so happy, Bastion was there beside him. They have never slept in the same bed, but Bastion slept near Baron’s bed whenever he was sick. “Bastion wake up” he yelled to the young man. Bastion opened his eyes and smiled. “ Good morning, Bastion. What a pleasant surprise to find you in my bed after last night scene”. Bastion jumped out of bed and kneel. “You deserve to get punished. Last night I ate nothing. It’s your fault. Go get my bath ready and ordered my breakfast. Henceforth you won’t leave my side”. Bastion nodded, then he stood up and went in the bathroom. Baron rose from the bed and found it he was naked “He dared even to undress me. You'll pay me Bastion” Baron thought. Bastion came from bath and bowed before went to kitchen. The Baron went to take a quick bath since light was on. After 10 minutes he was washed and dressed waiting for his breakfast. Soon Bastion entered on room with the breakfast. “Go and take a bath. You smell like a pig. Where were you last night? On stable with the horses? In 10 minutes be ready for the travel.” Bastion bowed and left to his room. “You will not have time to eat Bastion. You'll travel on an empty stomach.” Baron started to laugh.

[toby2663]

Bastion hurried to his room where the servants had prepared his bath and after quickly washing he changed into his traveling clothes then pausing only to run a brush through his hair he sped back to the barons chamber . The baron who was finishing the last of his breakfast indicated that it was time to leave. After escorting the baron to the courtyard and putting him in his carriage bastion checked that all the others were ready he climbed up alongside the driver of the barons carriage and gave the signal to depart. As the wagon train left the castle an set out along the forest road bastion searched the tree line for signs that his hidden guards where in place after a few minutes he caught a very brief flash of red right at the edge of his peripheral vision that told him all he needed to know. Then having exchanged a few pleasantries with the driver and making sure he knew where they were heading to he swung down off the drivers seat and in to the carriage proper via the door. Looking over to the baron he smiled " Everything is under control dominus,how are you feeling this morning ? if you are still tired then there is plenty of time for you to have a nap ."

[robertita]

Baron didn't answer but he closed his eyes and started to think "Now he cares about me. How do I feel? Bored, bored, bored. He prefer to stay outside, he let me here alone". Baron hated long trips but this one was very important. He haven't been in Paris for so long that he forgot how uncomfortable was to travel by carriage. Without realising Baron fell asleep. He was wake up later by town' s noises. He knew is time for lunch and also needed to spread his body. "After lunch I will ask the traitor to stay here with me" Baron thought. The carriage stoped in front of a large inn. Bastion opened the door and helped the Baron to get out. " The town didn' t change" he said before entered for his lunch. His personal cook made a quick lunch for Baron. Baron never jumped over his meals. Even when he was in his laboratory Bastion always took the meals there. " Bastion eat as much as you want. On morning you didn' t eat anything" Baron said. Bastion nodded and ate his lunch. " Bastion you will travel in carriage with me from now on". Bastion bowed and installed Baron in carriage again before he got on too.

[toby2663]

After making sure that the baron was comfortable bastion sat down opposite him. " Dominus would you excuse me while l catch up on some intelligence reports it will only take a short time and they are quite important" and after receiving the barons nodded consent bastion started to read the reports he had been handed the previous night. " All done dominus they are just security reports of any unusual activity in the castle area . I have to keep you safe and sound after all." Looking over at the baron bastion moved closer to him and took his hand and smiling shyly at the baron said " Dominus l am really sorry about last night but l had to collect those reports. l know you wanted to eat and spend time with me but your safety is more important to me than all the nice meals in the world. please do not forget the promise l made to your late father that l would do everything in my power to keep you safe and free from harm and l intend to keep that promise. Now if you really feel the need ,you may carry on punishing me until you feel better. l will not resist it unless it starts to compromise your safety, but l would rather that we were able to act and to talk as we would normally. " with that bastion released the barons hand and sat back to await his answer.

[robertita]

Baron listened to him carefully then he answer “You should have told me you were going after reports. I thought you ran away and never come back again. It seems that you have forgotten that I can’t stand to be served by anyone except you. You always tried to protect me Bastion, even from myself”. Bastion smiled and nodded. “ I forgive you Bastion but can you tell me what were you doing in my bed this morning? From who you tried to protect me? You even dared to undress me. Have you ever dared anything else? Maybe kissing me? Bastion was all red and he went looking down. Then cowardly nodded. Baron ordered” Come here”. Bastion stood up slowly and sat near Baron. “Don’t you ever dare again to come in my bed uninvited or undressed me Bastion. Not as long as I sleep. Do you understand?” Baron said before he captured Bastion’s lips in a passionate kiss. All he wanted was to punish the boy for let him alone and angry last night. In the same time holding Bastion again in his arms was a blessing gave by fate. Baron pulled Bastion closer to him and in the same time he began to undress him.Baron wanted to feel Bastion’s skin so badly that almost tore his clothes. Needing air Baron broke the kiss and whispered “ Bastion” before he began to kiss Bastion’s nipples with circular movements of the tongue. Bastion put his hands in Baron’s hair and began to moan louder and louder. Baron knew how to do make him tremble with pleasure so soon Bastion was trembling like a leaf in the wind. “ Do you want more Bastion?” Baron asked before he pulled the young man pants down. Baron began stroking Bastion’s cock faster and faster until Bastion ejaculated in Baron’s hand. “ Naughty boy” Baron said before he started to lick his hand.

[toby2663]

Bastion slouched back on the carriage seat panting for breath and feverishly trying to pull his pants up so he was no longer exposed.Looking over at the baron delicately licking the last of his ejeculate off his fingers like a large fastidious cat two thoughts span through bastions head " Where the f##k did that one come from , he has never been like that before. Followed swiftly by so how do we keep him like that he was wonderful so dominant,so masterful." After getting his breathing under control he looked to the smirking baron "Dominus the reason why l was on your bed this morning was you .After returnig last night and finding you unconscious in a drunken stuppor on the floor l carried you to your bed and undressed you before settling you for sleep . You looked so sad and forlorn that the guilt l felt was so overwhelming to me, that l had been the cause of such pain and unhappiness to you whom l love more than life itself pierced my heart and soul l wanted to hold you so the sadness left you and l wanted the first thing that you saw when you awakened was me so you knew l hadnt left you and also it would give me a chance to beg your forgiveness soonest . I am so sorry dominus please forgive me, l will never do it again l will always remember my position" he said kneeling before the baron with his head lowered in penitent submission.

[robertita]

Baron thought it was funny that Bastion tried to dress so quick” You made it with your hands Bastion. Now you know what awaits you if you dare to upset me. I've always been gentle with you but now…” Baron started to undress his pants. “Now do your job Bastion but before that take all your clothes off”. Bastion did as Baron ordered before his hands went in Baron pants. He gently took Baron’s cook in his mouth and started to lick it. Baron started to moan and soon he ejaculated in Bastion’s mouth. Baron satisfied said “I've already said that I forgave you but that doesn’t mean I forgot it. You are my possession and I can do what I want with you. You saved my life Bastion and not just once. I'll always be grateful for that. Get up and get dressed. And don’t try to cover up in front of me again. Not until I say it.” Bastion nodded and laying beside Baron he began to dress. “ Bastion when we arrive at Grenoble please buy several bottles of champagne, the finest one. And also a chess game. We can play together. Or you prefer other type of games?” Baron started to laugh again. “I know you have chosen the best inns for me but I don’t like to sleep alone in such places. You'll sleep in the room with me Bastion” Baron let his head on Bastion’s shoulder and soon he was in the kingdom of dreams.

[toby2663]

Bastion his mind whirling in a thousand directions at once ,sat with the baron resting his head on his shoulder. Moving slowly so as not to wake the baron he slipped his arm around the baron to make him more comfortable allowing him to snuggle up to his chest. The baron was in for a surprise later when they stopped at the country inn for the night, did he really think that he was so lacking in organisational skills that he was unable to prepare properly for the barons needs on a journey like this. They should arrive in Torino the late the following afternoon and after a day to recover and allow the horses to rest they would be able to set out on the next more arduous leg of there trip this time to Grenoble which would involve a fairly circuitous route across mountains that should take bastion reckoned about a full week to make.His most pressing concern at the present time was the baron , this new more aggressive hands on approach by him whilst most welcome was causing him some problems in remaining properly focused on what was going on around the party, he would need to explain very carefully to the baron that for some of the time he needed to be checking up on things and taking reports but this time he would have to be more transparent with the baron about his job. Yes the last thing he needed was the baron becoming angry again, they could save that for the bed chamber, bastion blushed slightly at the memory of how dominant the baron had been with him and feeling a slight stirring in his trousers quickly turned his thoughts to other things. Did this new approach by the baron mean that he was confident that he was on the right path finally with his research bastion would have to ask him. And with these thoughts milling round his head and the barons breathing soft and gentle at his side bastion dozed off himself.

[robertita]

Baron has just woke up when carriage stopped. Bastion was sleeping next to him with a smile on his face. “So you have sweet dreams Bastion. I bet you dream of me” Baron thought before he said ”Bastion wake up. We arrived at the inn”. Bastion quickly jumped on carriage’s scale and helped Baron to get out. Baron looked the starry sky and breathed the fresh air. The innkeeper and his wife were outside waiting for the Baron. “ Welcome to our humble inn, My Lord” both bowed. “How have you been Giuseppe?” Baron ask. “ Your room is waiting for you” the man bowed again. “I want to take a walk first to stretch my bones.” Baron said before he started to walk into the dark. Bastion accompanied him after he got a lantern to light Baron’s way. “ Do you remember how many walks like this we did after I got back from Paris? I didn’t feel well back then but you always insisted to join me” Baron said with a sad voice. “Let's go back to the inn”. Bastion nodded. Baron’s servants were already on duty: the horses were in the stable, his cook was in inn’s kitchen preparing Baron’s dinner and his bath was ready. Baron went straightway to his room; the best room from the all inn with a big bed and a small desk, a dense carpet on floor and heavy dark curtains on windows. In a corner a large wood bath was full with hot water. Baron took his clothes off and entered in the bath. Bastion waited for the dirty clothes and then went to the laundry with them. Meanwhile Baron washed himself and dressed in his clean pajamas. Bastion came back with Baron’s dinner. “ Thank you Bastion. Go and wash yourself, eat something and send all servitors to bed. Then came here”. Bastion nodded and left the room. After the dinner Baron drank a glass of wine and went to bed. He started to read his papyrus again waiting for Bastion. Bastion came 30 minutes later already dress in his pajamas. “ Where are your sheets Bastion. Go and ask the innkeeper for some. Arrange your bed next to mine”. Bastion bowed and left the room. Baron started to laugh ” He thought he will sleep in my bed”. When Bastion came back Baron was already sleeping. Bastion made his bed in silence and blew out the candles before went to bed.

[toby2663]

"So" thought bastion as he returned with his sheets and blankets "the baron is playing power games is he,very well if he wants absolute power then he will have absolute power. When l am with him in private l will do nothing without his instruction and permission" Looking down at the sleeping baron he shook his head sadly "if my presence and confession displeased the baron so much perhaps the best thing to do would be to leave his service" he mused. He felt a little sick at the thought, this was some thing no member of his family had ever contemplated before in many generations. As he made his pallet down at the foot of the barons bed he looked around the room everything seemed in order.As he lay on the hard floor bastion thought over the rest of the itinerary that had been planned, they would arrive in Turino the following late afternoon on the coach journey he would explain to the baron he would need to go and receive reports from his agents about the road ahead as well as reports of the road behind he hoped the baron would not be difficult about it . Lay there trying to sleep the only sound he could hear being the sound of his own pulse and the soft gently rhythmic sound of the barons breathing , round and round in his head circled the thoughts about the baron why was he changing so much so quickly,had he really thought bastion was leaving him ,why would he not share his fears with bastion or was it he hated the attention that bastion lavished upon him, did he not want bastion if so why do all those things to bastion and why did he get bastion to do all those things to him. Staring at the ceiling he waited patiently for sleep to come.

[robertita]

The next day Baron wakes up early. After a quick breakfast he gave the signal of departure. Bastion followed his master in the carriage and sat opposite Baron. Baron began to study some documents in Latin while Bastion was struggling to stay awake. “It seems that he didn’t sleep well last night. The wooden floor wasn’t comfortable at all” Baron thought watching him. “ Try to sleep a little Bastion. I need to read these papers” Baron said. Among his papers there was the report that Bastion gave him yesterday. Reading it again Baron realised Bastion was doing his job very well. Bastion was always his personal servant but after returning to the castle he became chief over all the servants. Since he hasn’t left the castle for so long, Baron didn’t know Bastion was using secrets agents to protect him. On noon the carriage arrived at a small inn where Baron ate his lunch and then he said to Bastion: “I have read your report again. If you think you need to cheek again, you are free to do it. We will meet tonight in Torino.” Bastion bowed and then he took a horse and went to meet his agents. Back to the carriage Baron took a rectangular box out off his coat. Inside were some old letters and he started to read them. When he finished he said with a angry voice “ Lies, all lies.” Then he tore all the letters before he throw them out the carriage’s window.

[toby2663]

After leaving the baron and the rest of the party in the hands of the totally loyal guard captain bastion rode swiftly to the prearranged meeting place. Looking around as he arrived he saw bergen sat near an oak tree with his horse tethered near by ,after dismounting he walked over to him. Bergen rose to his feet as bastion approached and bowed deeply "Anything of importance to report bergen" bastion asked " You have not been followed and there does not appear to be any unusual activity on the road ahead,although the mountain passes will be the most likely place if anyone intends to ambush you" he replied " However the traveling eye doctor that l mentioned before was still asking questions and flashing some money about so l thought it best if sigismund and a couple of the lads brought him in " "Where is he now ?" asked bastion " confident that if bergen thought it worth while to bring him in then it would not be without reason. " A couple of hundred yards further into the forest, do you want to see him ?" " Yes l better had,lead me to him" bastion replied and with that bergen led him to a small clearing where a large blond man and two smaller darker haired men sat guarding an individual who was trussed up like a chicken. "loose his mouth " bastion ordered then looking down at the frightened man said "Who do you work for ?" the man stuttered and blustered a little before answering " l dont know what you mean my lord , l am a poor harmless traveling doctor selling a few ointments and creams and the such like that is all" bastion looked down at him " l will ask you one more time and if you do not answer me truthfully then you will face the consequences ,do you understand . l do not have the time to play these games and you will tell us everything that you know believe me bergen here is excellent at loosening tight lips. so what is it to be, WHO DO YOU WORK FOR?" the last bit was roared at him by bastion . Startled the man cringed backwards "l am a poor traveling doctor ,l dont know what you mean my lord" turning to bergen bastion said "make him talkative and when you know for certain deliver the report to me at the inn at Torino as for the body you know what to do." With that bastion started to walk back to where his horse was tethered as he mounted it and turned to ride to torino he heard faintly a high pitched scream that was quickly cut off.He used the time on the ride to torino to think of how much he needed to tell the baron ,he decided that he would tell him almost everything but not how many agents were guarding them secretly, there was no need for him to know and he would only start looking round for them. He arrived at the inn about an hour after the main party and after getting a quick report from the guard captain told him that bergen would be arriving soon and when he did that he bastion was to be fetched immediately and with that he went to the barons room and knocking he waited for the baron to bid him enter. Standing in front of the baron he bowed " Forgive me not changing dominus but l thought you would wish to know the results as soon as possible . the party has not been followed so far and the road ahead appears clear .Although the mountain passes are filled with bandits so we will need to be careful.There was however a man asking questions and offering money for answers ,he has been taken and my men are questioning him as we speak, we will have the name of the individual behind him soon and can then decide a plan of action dominus" He bowed again and waited for the barons reply.

[robertita]

Baron listened Bastion carefully then he answered ” The papyrus I bought from the Arab merchant is very important. Many people would like to have it. Do everything you need to protect me and my papyrus Bastion. You're right. The mountains are a perfect opportunity to attack our convoy. But hopefully they will not dare. Use all the people you need and do not hesitate to ask me if you need more money. And be careful. I don’t want you to be hurt”. Bastion nodded. Baron then said ”Go bring my dinner. While I’m eating you can have your bath, then your dinner”. Bastion bowed and left letting the Baron alone with his thoughts. “ So they want to steal my papyrus. They won’t get it”. Bastion came with Baron’s meal and went quickly to take his bath. The Baron finished his dinner and he searched in his luggage after an object before went to bed. Bastion came after a while ready for sleeping. He bowed and started to make his bed. “ Come here Bastion. I want to give you something” Baron said. Bastion approached the bed and sat on it. Baron had a stiletto in his hands ” I want you to have this. Keep it with you at all times.” Bastion nodded and then he took the gift. “Since tomorrow morning you have to go and check the road, tonight will you sleep with me”. Baron said before raised the quilt as Bastion to sit beside him. Bastion did as Baron said. “Good night Bastion” Baron added before turning his back.

[toby2663]

Settling down in the bed next to the baron ,bastion was some what confused when the baron turned his back to him."Whaaat!!! he invites me into his bed with him then ignores me.What the hell is going on,does he expect or want me to make the first move ?" he thought "As he has turned his back to me does he want me to f##k him .No that can't be the case he has never been a bottom (uke) with me he has always been the top (seme)." Lying there waiting for sleep to come he thought back over the events of that day and planned what he needed to do the following morning. "Right we are leaving first thing for the barons estate up in the foot hills near the mountain pass, so bergen will know to contact me there lf he is not here in the morning. l also need to talk to the baron about the way he behaves to me at times , in private he say and do with me as it pleases him to but in public he needs to be more aloof and distant with me and less friendly with both my self and the other servants, we are approaching into and through areas were image is every thing and if he is seen to hold him self to cheaply then it will cause problems." Turning slightly as he felt the weight in the bed shift he was surprised when the barons sleeping body like a little puppy seeking warmth snuggled up to him, and bastion slipping his arm around the baron pulling him closer and tighter smiled contentedly as he drifted off to sleep.

[robertita]

The Baron wakes up in a good mood the next morning. “For a long time I haven’t slept so well” he thought “At noon I will arrive to my house where I will stay for a day before I cross the mountains in France. “ After breakfast he took some documents to study in the carriage. The Baron was reading the papers when suddenly he saw a strange one “This is not mine” Baron said loudly recognizing Bastion’s handwriting. Then he started to read

“A smiling youth, an endless joy.

A prince of hearts my golden boy.

I saw you first one day at play,

a gift from God as some might say.

You filled my world, you stole my heart

l vowed right then we'd never part.

I've kept my word right till this day

close by your side, come what may.

For you are the sunshine on my face,

some were to hide a sheltered place.

my foundation stone so strong so sure,

a tower of strength so brave so pure.

And by your side if you would but agree,

is where I always want to be.”

“Bastion wrote this for me? I never knew he has such talent” Baron was surprised and he started to read again. “You are very naughty Bastion, to slip the poem among my papers” Baron said before putting the paper in his coat. Once he arrived on the estate Baron was welcomed by Bastion. “Everything is okay?” Baron asked. Bastion nodded and followed Baron to his room.

[toby2663]

Earlier that day.

After seeing the baron safely on his way with his servants and his military escort bastion returned back to the inn where bergen was just finishing off the last of his breakfast." Come ,walk with me "he ordered, bergen stuffing the last of the food in his mouth nodded and stood up. Outside the walked away from the inn and down the road aways till they reached the edge of the wood and were certain they could not be over heard by eavesdroppers. Looking around at the woods and the road bastion addressed his companion " Well my most excellent and loyal bergan do you have a name and a reason for me eh" " Yes sir " he replied " but he was surprisingly a lot harder to break than we originally thought he would be , we had to be quite inventive. His fear of his master was very great indeed still he cracked eventually they all do you know in the end .He was working for a Grecco Egyptian antiquities dealer from Alexandria who has made a vast fortune by supplying the great and the good of Europe with the finest artifacts and writings for many years. The problem appears to be that a lot of the pieces were not as ancient and genuine as he had claimed.His master had not realized that the manuscript was being purchased on behalf of the baron by those particular dealers otherwise he would not have sold it to them , as he new the baron would eventually discover that the manuscript was a fake and with out value. If this story leaked out as it must then of course many other people would start to question the value of there own purchases,his only options were to steal the manuscript back or murder the baron to preserve his secret." On hearing this bastion felt a chill run down his spine. "WHAT!!! you tell me this now ,why not sooner ? Dominus could be in grave and mortal danger" shouted bastion grabbing bergen by the throat his face turning purple with rage. "Sir"gasped bergen "He is guarded by your hand picked troops as well as being watched and guarded by our hidden men he is in no danger at the present time also the spy had not had time to report back before he was taken so it will be awhile before his master becomes suspicious .We have enough time for this meeting and to prepare our counter move." releasing his grip bastion nodded in agreement " And the spy" he asked with a raised eyebrow. Bergen looked a little embarrassed "The questioning was a little more energetic than he was able to stand sir ,l am afraid he did not survive." "And the body"bastion asked "dont worry sir we mutilated it and left it in an open area in the forest if anyone finds it before the wild animals have finished with it it will appear as if he was killed by a wild boar." "Very well gather the rest of our men and then meet with me at Grenoble,when l have decided on the planned course of action l will inform you, and bergen very well done."

[robertita]

Once in his room Baron sat at the office. “Give me the report Bastion”. Bastion gave the report and was waiting for new instructions. Baron started to read and at final he broke into laughter. “I realised very quickly that it is a fake. Why do you think I didn’t take that piece of paper with no value with me? Why do I continue with the plan to go to Paris? In order not to arouse suspicion that I know it's a fake. The document was written in ancient Greek but they used a word that wasn’t used by the time at which the papyrus was supposedly written. I know I should have told you earlier Bastion but I wanted to see how effective your system of spies was”. Bastion bowed. “I'll eat my lunch in the room. After lunch we will take a walk in the garden Bastion. I need to move after these days on carriage.” Bastion left and Baron went into the bath for a quick wash. Bastion came with the meal. “Please eat with me Bastion. I ate too many days alone”. Throughout the meal the two men not pulled a word. Then the two went down to the garden. “ I missed a lot this fresh mountain air” then the Baron started to explain “ Maybe you wonder why I need to travel to Paris now that their plan was discovered. The truth is I spent too many years locked in my castle. I have to buy new supplies for my laboratory and maybe I will have the opportunity to find the true documents I need. I would also check the family business in Paris and perhaps go to some balls Bastion. Of course you will join me”. Bastion bowed. Baron continued to walk through the garden several hours then he said suddenly “ Lets go in house Bastion. It’s time for our bath”. Bastion nodded and they went into the house.

[toby2663]

Upon entering the manor house the baron headed upstairs to his rooms whilst bastion headed into the kitchen . After finding the chef bastion arranged for a light but enjoyable cold collation and two bottles of the barons favorite champagne to be delivered to the barons lounge in an hours time, after that had been sorted he instructed the kitchen boy to fill the barons bath tub with hot water . He then ascended the stairs up to the barons lounge and bed chamber suite, knocking on the door he entered looking round he could see the baron dozing on his bed moving quietly across the room he carefully closed the bed room door so as not to disturb the baron as he slept. opening the door to the barons private bathroom he started to prepare everything for the baron ,on hearing the door open he span round and glared at the serving boy pushing a large trolley on which were six large buckets of boiling water"Less noise and more speed " he hissed before returning to his preparations . After the boy had emptied the water into the bath and returned with the buckets filled with cold water bastion dismissed him. Going to his own room he searched in his luggage till he found what he was looking for, a silver bottle with a cork stopper it had been expensive but not as expensive as the contents which he had purchased in Torino he hoped the baron would enjoy what he had planned.Returning to the bath room he made one final check bath full of steaming scented water, cloths and soaps to wash with ,lots of soft fluffy towels ,dressing gown and the couch in the chamber covered by towels. Smiling to himself he walked over to the barons bed chamber and quietly entered walking over to the dozing baron he gently stroked his cheek " Dominus ,dominus?" he called softly smiling down as the baron opened his beautiful blue eyes resisting the urge to cover his handsome face and full plump lips with kisses he said " Dominus your bath is drawn and ready for you but l thought that before you take it that you may want to have a massage to get rid of any stiffness you might have. What do you think dominus ?"

[robertita]

“It is a very good idea Bastion. I fell asleep waiting for my bath” Baron said before he took his clothes off. After he finished undressing Baron sat on the bed face down “I’m ready Bastion. You can start”. Baron felt as Bastion poured a perfume liquid on his back and then Bastion’s hands began to massage his tired back “Bastion you are more naughty” Baron thought to himself “he even bought a special cream from those expensive one”. And then said with loud voice “ Bastion lower back is killing me, harder please”. Bastion did as Baron said and even put more cream. Then he started to massage Baron’s arms and legs. The whole room was smelling like an Asian garden. “Enough Bastion. I'll go to the bathroom now”. Bastion bowed and followed his master. Baron entered in the water and Bastion started to wash Baron’s blonde hair with a jasmine soap. Baron closed his eyes and let Bastion do his job. After finished with Baron’s hair Bastion started to wash Baron’s body with a fluffy towel. “All these essences make me sleepy. What do you plan Bastion? To seduce me? Baron thought. Baron opened his eyes for a moment and saw Bastion’s hungry eyes. “ So he want me. Well does he think with only a poem he can have me?” Baron moved a little in the water just to put his treasure more under Bastion’s eyes. “Bastion” said Baron while he rose from the bath ”go and bring me some tea. I will finish my bath”. Bastion bowed and red in his cheeks he went into the kitchen. Baron started to laugh “ It seems you never learn Bastion". Baron finished his bath and then he took only a dressing gown. He left the bathroom and went in his bedroom to wait for Bastion.

[toby2663]

As bastion passed through the sitting room he noticed that the chef had out done himself and that a truly wonderful cold supper was spread out including as requested two bottles of the baron favorite champagne. "Well "thought bastion "that should please the baron nice food ,splended drink and as much bastion as he wanted" and giggling to himself he left the room and walked down stairs to the kitchen. On arriving in the kitchen he passed on the instructions about the tea tray and whilst it was being prepared he waited by the fire.After a short wait bastion was approached by the kitchen lad carrying the tea tray ,indicating for him to follow bastion returned up stairs to the barons apartments. knocking on the door he entered followed by the kitchen lad and after indicating where he wanted the tea tray placing he dismissed him . Walking over to were the baron was sat clad only in a dressing gown bastion bowed to the baron "Your supper and the tea tray you requested are here dominus ,now if you will excuse me l have a very busy day tomorrow so l will retire early tonight." and with that bastion turned and entering the barons bed chamber started to make up his pallet on the floor at the foot of the bed.

[robertita]

Baron went into his bed chamber and he grabbed Bastion “ You can sleep after we eat the dinner”. Bastion nodded and followed baron on dining room. He served the Baron and even poured champagne in glasses. Baron started to eat and drink but Bastion didn’t touch the food too much. “What’s the problem Bastion. Why don’t you eat? Are you hot? Maybe you should put your clothes off”. Baron smiled and drank another glass of champagne. Bastion rose from the table and slowly began to unbutton his coat buttons then let it to fall on the floor. Then with even slower movements he unbuttoned his shirt buttons. He took off his shirt and threw it behind him. The Baron drank glass after glass and enjoyed the show. Bastion gave his boots off very quickly and then his pants. Being completely naked Bastion blush a little. Baron thought ”All evening you was naughty Bastion. Now it’s time for your punishment” and then he said with loud voice ” “Start to touch yourself Bastion”. Bastion started to touch his nipples and neck shy at first but seeing that Baron likes his performance he began to touch his cock too. In the same time he started to moan while Baron sniggered and continued to drink champagne. “Come here Bastion.” Bastion approached the Baron who waved him to kneel. Bastion did as Baron ask. Baron opened his dressing gown down and said “ Do your job Bastion”. Bastion took Baron’s cock in his mouth while he continued to touch himself. Soon all room was full with moans and they both came in the same time. “Now we can go to sleep Bastion”. He threw his dressing gown and went to his bed. Bastion followed him and put himself in his bed. Baron asked “ Have you written that poem only to sleep there idiot? ” Bastion headed to bed and lay next to Baron. Baron toppled Bastion back in and started to kiss him.

[toby2663]

Unable to resist Bastion felt himself pushed backwards on to the bed by the strong,warm and insistent hands of the baron. Helpless his heart beating like a trip hammer he could only lie there in an orgy of ecstasy as the baron attacked his mouth like a wild thing.Licking and nipping and biting on his lips the baron forced his tongue into bastions mouth and started to explore the warm moist interior sucking and nibbling on bastions tongue and reaching every corner nook and cranny. Bastion his eyes rolling back into his head at the waves of pleasure he was feeling could only moan and start to stroke the barons neck and shoulders, holding on to the back of the barons head with one hand he pulled him closer forcing the barons tongue further into his mouth. Matching the barons passion and intensity he began to explore the barons mouth with his tongue himself. While at the same time his hand began to discover all the parts of the barons body they could reach,touching ,feeling ,stroking and caressing anything and everything. Gasping for air the baron pulled back his head and smiling down at bastion he rolled over on to him pinning him down with his weight. And bastion as he wrapped his arms around his torso felt the barons body relax and as the breathing slowed become a dead weight as he passed out.Shifting his hips and legs bastion was able to move the baron slightly which meant he was able gaze closely at the sleeping face pressing so near to his own, the beautiful sparkling blue eyes now closed and the generous mouth a soft,gentle smile playing around the lips that was so different from the barons usual serious demeanour . Looking across at this glorious vision bastion felt his heart swelling with love and joy and a litany of unbidden words played across his mind." Oh my love ,my love how beautiful you are to me,so delicate and fine like a freshly opened blossom but hard and unyielding like tempered steel.I could lie her for an eternity with out tiring and gaze upon you for ever without pause.Your smile is so radiant, your laughter so pure,your breath so sweet and so soft gives me life and your embrace so warm gives me protection. Claim me as yours only my love and keep me always by your side. l will never abandon you but will always be true, for you are my lord ,my world my life the food l eat the air l breath my all. Without out you l am nothing l would cease to exist you give me form,you give me shape,you give me purpose,you and you alone do this ." And bastion his heartfelt declaration still ringing in his mind joined the baron in sleep.