Chapter 13

Gilbert attended a few more secret, underground bars with Nelson, where they were free to flirt a little with each other and enjoy the company of other men who, for all appearances, were just like them. But Gilbert still found it difficult to be perceived as an invert or a homosexual. It was generally seen as an illness and disgusting, and he struggled with that definition for himself. He felt safe with Nelson and knew that, as an omega, he was attracted to his alpha’s power, dominance, scent, and, of course, his body. He loved knotting and sometimes had overwhelming desires to be bred and held, fucked, and treasured. But he didn’t know how he felt about others, knowing he desired another man. Nelson seemed to have no such qualms, so Gilbert tried to get used to going to places where he could lean on Nelson and exchange intimate, private conversations and where they could show fondness for each other.

It was a sleepy Sunday afternoon when he returned home after staying over at