Kamali's Home for the Lost

Chapter 2 - The introductions and Dinner

Oakley POV

As I stepped into the bedroom I had to stop in shock. This was the most amazing room I have ever seen. One wall was painted a navy blue that clearly has all the different constellations on it. I can even see my favorite Sirius "the dog star". The bed was a beautiful dark wood dramme with matching nightstand and dresser. It was a full sized bed, bigger than the twin I had at home and school. There were lamps for when it gets darker at night but I do not want the ceiling light on. There was a huge window by my bed where I could see the beautiful forest and pool.

I turned and looked at the opposite side where there were two doors. I went and opened the first one to a walk-in closet. There was shelves that are all empty right now. I put my duffle bag down inside there and went to open the other door. Inside was one of the most beautiful bathrooms I have ever seen. Hanging up were navy towels and the hand towels even have stars on them. The shower was definitely big enough for a few people and the bathtub was so clean. I have never been able to take baths since I was a kid because I cant sit naked long enough to stand the sight of my body. I take quick showers while not looking down because I can't handle the sight of my chest.

After leaving the bathroom I went back into the closet to begin unpacking. The only clothes I felt comfortable unpacking are the clothes my roommates helped me buy or got me. I have three pairs of pants, two shorts, a bunch of athletic shorts, two short sleeve button up's and a lot of t-shirts. I hung up the button ups and my couple of jackets. I have my old soccer warm-up jackets, my winter jacket and my flannels. I know it's stereotypical but I love flannels. I hung up my sweatshirts as well because the closet looks empty.

The jeans and shorts went into one drawer in the dresser while the tshirts went into the other. I also got out all the boxers that I own and put them in the top drawer. I will have to try and see if I can get some more boxers soon. I have a growing collection that I am very proud of but I am also scared to wear them once a month.

I had just finished when there was a knock at my door. I walked over to open to and saw Kade standing there.

"Hey, I am here to bring you down to dinner." He said. We started walking towards the stairs. Now that I have the time to look around I noticed that there was a staircase going up as well as the one we took to get back down to the first floor. "I can give you a tour after dinner if you would like." Kade said noticing that I was looking around.

"Um, yes please" I mumbled. His voice was fairly deep, making me very self conscious. My voice while never typically female was not deep enough to be interpreted as male either. The only time my voice is deep is when I lose my voice.

"We are all so happy to have you here. It has been a while since someone new came to live here. Everyone will be introduced at dinner tonight." Kade said. We walked through an open concept Livingroom into the dining room section. The table was large, it had to be to fit 8 people. I noticed that everyone was already seated around the table.

Kamali was seated at one head of the table. To his right was an empty seat and to his left was a boy with half his hair black and the other half white. Next to that boy was Milo. The last chair on that side help a man with dark skin. At the other end of the table sat a man who looked latinx maybe with his tanned skin and dark hair. Next to this man sat an extremely attractive man with hair the same color as me and blue eyes. Kade sat in the seat next to that person leaving the seat next to Kamali for me.

"Good evening, I hope that you like the room." Kamali said to me. Everyone had started to dish up their food when we came in. I nodded to him and grabbed a little bit of pasta and one piece of garlic bread. I missed the looks passed over my head between some of the boys at the portion size I have. "Why don't we go around and introduce ourselves and say what you do for work or school. I will go first; as you know I am Kamali, I use he/him pronouns and I am the owner of this home but I also work in a remote capacity as a therapist."

"My name is Nash Tanner and I use They/them pronouns please. Um, I am a computer science student." As I looked at Nash I saw the hair half white, half black. They had a nose piercing and hearts pierced as well. I also saw the beautiful gray eyes the color of steel. Their voice was soft and low.

I looked at Milo who I remember from outside. "As I said outside I am Milo Allan, I use he/him pronouns. I am working on my masters degree in forensic science." I could see Milo's red hair and green eyes from where I sat. He had freckles covering his face as well.

"My name is Maverick Lamont, but most people call me Mav and I also use He/him pronouns. I am a car mechanic at the local dealership." I looked over at Maverick. He has dark skin with short black hair in a buzz cut style. I can also see what looks like a tattoo sleeve from where I am sitting. He has the most stunning eyes, one blue eye and one dark brown almost black. The dark skin makes the blue eye stand out.

The man on the end opposite Kamali spoke next. His voice was a deep velvet voice that you could get lost in. "My name is Mateo Ramos, I use he/him pronouns as well. I am a high school english teacher for the local high school." He has tan skin ton is indicative of spanish origin with dark hair that is long enough to curl back towards his eyes. He has dark eyes and some stubble for facial hair.

The man with hair similar to mine was up next. "My name is Cohen Finnegan and I use he/him pronouns. I am an artist both painting and music. I also work at the local small book store down the road between sales of art." Cohen dressed like an artist with a flowy mustard yellow shirt with what looks like a boat design. He has warm blue eyes and a slight irish accent as well.

"You remember me as well but I am Kade Russell and I use he/him pronouns. I am working on my MBA in business administration." Kade has the long flowing blonde hair and green eyes. He gives off a surfer boy vibe that I love because that means he is most likely really nice and relaxed.

The anxiety hit me full force now that it was my turn. I was picking at my nails and spinning the ring on my finger. I looked down towards the table to talk so I don't have to see everyone's disgusted looks. "My name is Oakley Nova and um I use he/him pronouns please. I am studying psychology in school right now."

"Welcome Oakley. Tomorrow morning we can meet and go over the rules if that is okay and one of the boys can give you a tour." Kamali said. I continued to pick at my dinner. I ate most of the pasta because it is my favorite meal but the anxiety is making my tummy hurt. "Can you try and finish your pasta please" Kamali whispered leaning towards me. I gave him a shaky nod and tried not to think about how much my stomach hurt.

Kamali POV

I watched Oakley during the introductions to see how he would react to all the boys, and yes Nash likes to be referred to as one of my boys. They are more masculine most days but will tell us if they do not want to be referred to as something certain days. Oakley is extremely shy and I noticed that he seems to have two rings that he spins on his hands. He is shorter than us but not by much. I also noticed that he doesn't talk very loud and mumbles when he talks to us. That is something I should ask about tomorrow.

I noticed that he was not eating much and just pushing the food around at one point. I made sure to whisper to him and I could see how hard it was for him to finish the little bit of pasta he took for dinner. I sent him off to bed for the night and went to help Cohen clean up the dishes.

"What do you think of Oakley Cohen?" I ask putting the plates inn the dishwasher.

"He is really quiet. Mateo and I could barely hear him when he introduced himself. He did not eat much either" He said. He came up behind me and gave me a quick hug.

"Yeah we are going to have to be patient with him. He came out as transgender to his family and they kicked him out. I am going to have a meeting with him tomorrow then tomorrow night I want to have a meeting with all you boys so we can talk about boundaries until he is more comfortable." I said as we finished up. I was worried about how he would react to our relationship in this house but also how he will reaction to affection.

"I will tell the boys to meet tomorrow night after he goes to bed. I am going to head up and finish the piece I am working on." Coh said.

"Alright, goodnight bubs. Let me know if you need anything." I said giving him a quick pec on the lips. I went into my office for a bit to read his file once more and jot down some questions I have for tomorrow.