Loving Deviant
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wont have to. Mavo spoke low. I would never do that to you, Deviant. Venice is important to you, and Ill make certain you can keep her as your constant companion, regardless of your next assignment. Ill be sure to request family quarters on whatever ship you are sent to.
Bazelle hissed as she faced Mavo. You will not.
He held her gaze. Our sons happiness is my first priority.
Ill terminate our contract! she threatened.
I knew you would. Mavo bowed his head slightly. Do as you will.
No other female will accept you, she snapped. Ill make certain of it! Comply or face the consequences.
The conversation horrified Deviant. Father, dont.
Mavo ignored him. Do your worst, Bazelle. I would expect nothing less from you. Tarnish my reputation as an acceptable family male, but I will not sacrifice our sons contentment to please you. He has someone he values too much.
Dad, Deviant whispered. Dont do this. Its not necessary. I can find another position that would suit me here on Garden. Ill resign from my current duties so youre no longer involved. Dont sacrifice what you have with Bazelle for me.
Mavo reached out and clasped his shoulder. You enjoy traveling and working with the males youve become friends with. You shouldnt have to choose between the woman you want and the life you know. He glanced at Bazelle when he released Deviant. There isnt anything to lose. Trust me. Its a relief to be rid of her.
How dare you! Bazelle shoved Mavo.
Dont touch me. You just stated youre ending our contract. I might hit you back for once.
She retreated and stared at Mavo in horror.
Mavo forced a smile, but the expression didnt reach his eyes. Youre an exceptionally unpleasant female. Did you think Id forgotten the abuse you unleashed upon me over the years, blaming me for your difficulty in conceiving? The problem wasnt mine alone. You purposely chose not to get pregnant, and had to be forced to after you gave away the rights to my first son.
He glanced at Deviant. I should have stripped her of any custody and raised you without her influence. Youd have had a better upbringing.
You couldnt have taken him from me, Bazelle spat.
It would have been easy to prove you unfit to be his mother to the council. Most females live with their children full time, but thats not what you did with our son, Mavo countered. You only saw him when it was my turn to host you in my home, and you were too stern with Deviant. Ive grown to dislike you a great deal. End the contractor I will, Bazelle. Id prefer to be alone than ever suffer your presence again. Remove yourself from Deviants life as well. Ill fight you at every opportunity if you attempt to interfere with his future from this day forward.
Get out! She glanced between them. Both of you!
With pleasure, Mavo muttered. Ill pack your belongings from my residence and have them delivered to your current home. Who are you with this month? I stopped keeping track.
Ill send Cluster to get my things.
Ah. Hes your favorite. Im not surprised. Tell him to give me ten minutes. Its not as if you stay with me often or kept many possessions in my home. Mavo jerked his head toward the door. Lets go, son.
Deviant followed, stunned by the turn of events. They didnt speak until they were enclosed inside the lift. No one shared it with them.
Dad, Im so sorry.
Dont be. Mavo looked sincere. It wasnt an ideal match. I should have ended the contract a long time ago but I stuck it out for you.
No other female will consider adding you into their family unit once she spreads the word that you defied her.
Sometimes its better to be alone than with someone unworthy. I hope thats a lesson you never learn. Treat Venice well and hopefully shell treat you in kind. I envy the bond you seem to have established with her. I never had that with your mother.
What can I do? Deviant still felt guilt. His father had stood up for him and it had cost him, regardless of what he stated.
Be happy. Dont allow Bazelle to retaliate in any way. You have my full support to stand up to her. He paused. And watch your back. Shes vengeful. Venice is your weakness. I wouldnt put it past Bazelle to target her.
She threatened to send security to pick up Venice.
Exactly. Make certain that doesnt happen. Officially notify security of Venices
Bazelle hissed as she faced Mavo. You will not.
He held her gaze. Our sons happiness is my first priority.
Ill terminate our contract! she threatened.
I knew you would. Mavo bowed his head slightly. Do as you will.
No other female will accept you, she snapped. Ill make certain of it! Comply or face the consequences.
The conversation horrified Deviant. Father, dont.
Mavo ignored him. Do your worst, Bazelle. I would expect nothing less from you. Tarnish my reputation as an acceptable family male, but I will not sacrifice our sons contentment to please you. He has someone he values too much.
Dad, Deviant whispered. Dont do this. Its not necessary. I can find another position that would suit me here on Garden. Ill resign from my current duties so youre no longer involved. Dont sacrifice what you have with Bazelle for me.
Mavo reached out and clasped his shoulder. You enjoy traveling and working with the males youve become friends with. You shouldnt have to choose between the woman you want and the life you know. He glanced at Bazelle when he released Deviant. There isnt anything to lose. Trust me. Its a relief to be rid of her.
How dare you! Bazelle shoved Mavo.
Dont touch me. You just stated youre ending our contract. I might hit you back for once.
She retreated and stared at Mavo in horror.
Mavo forced a smile, but the expression didnt reach his eyes. Youre an exceptionally unpleasant female. Did you think Id forgotten the abuse you unleashed upon me over the years, blaming me for your difficulty in conceiving? The problem wasnt mine alone. You purposely chose not to get pregnant, and had to be forced to after you gave away the rights to my first son.
He glanced at Deviant. I should have stripped her of any custody and raised you without her influence. Youd have had a better upbringing.
You couldnt have taken him from me, Bazelle spat.
It would have been easy to prove you unfit to be his mother to the council. Most females live with their children full time, but thats not what you did with our son, Mavo countered. You only saw him when it was my turn to host you in my home, and you were too stern with Deviant. Ive grown to dislike you a great deal. End the contractor I will, Bazelle. Id prefer to be alone than ever suffer your presence again. Remove yourself from Deviants life as well. Ill fight you at every opportunity if you attempt to interfere with his future from this day forward.
Get out! She glanced between them. Both of you!
With pleasure, Mavo muttered. Ill pack your belongings from my residence and have them delivered to your current home. Who are you with this month? I stopped keeping track.
Ill send Cluster to get my things.
Ah. Hes your favorite. Im not surprised. Tell him to give me ten minutes. Its not as if you stay with me often or kept many possessions in my home. Mavo jerked his head toward the door. Lets go, son.
Deviant followed, stunned by the turn of events. They didnt speak until they were enclosed inside the lift. No one shared it with them.
Dad, Im so sorry.
Dont be. Mavo looked sincere. It wasnt an ideal match. I should have ended the contract a long time ago but I stuck it out for you.
No other female will consider adding you into their family unit once she spreads the word that you defied her.
Sometimes its better to be alone than with someone unworthy. I hope thats a lesson you never learn. Treat Venice well and hopefully shell treat you in kind. I envy the bond you seem to have established with her. I never had that with your mother.
What can I do? Deviant still felt guilt. His father had stood up for him and it had cost him, regardless of what he stated.
Be happy. Dont allow Bazelle to retaliate in any way. You have my full support to stand up to her. He paused. And watch your back. Shes vengeful. Venice is your weakness. I wouldnt put it past Bazelle to target her.
She threatened to send security to pick up Venice.
Exactly. Make certain that doesnt happen. Officially notify security of Venices
