Daddy (GEMINIFOURTH)

Chapter 16: Shopping

The mall was buzzing with activity, the hum of conversations, the soft music from the stores, and the occasional clink of shopping bags. Fourth was in his element. Shopping with Gemini was always a spectacle of excess—everywhere they went, all Fourth had to do was point at something, and it was his. And today, with Gemini having a rare day off from work, the dynamic was in full swing.

Gemini walked beside Fourth, his usual calm, authoritative presence dominating the atmosphere around them. Dressed impeccably as always, he glanced at his phone occasionally, barely giving the world around him more than a passing glance. But Fourth didn't mind. He knew how this worked. Today was about him, and Gemini was more than happy to indulge his whims.

They wandered through the luxury boutiques, passing racks of expensive clothes, shelves filled with designer shoes, and cases of glittering jewelry. Fourth's eyes scanned the selections like a hawk, picking out pieces that caught his attention. Whether it was a pair of high-heeled boots, a sleek black dress, or a set of sunglasses, Gemini never hesitated. With a simple nod or a word to the staff, whatever Fourth desired was his.

After a while, they found themselves in the women's section of one of the more high-end stores. Fourth loved shopping here—he knew how his body looked in these clothes, knew how to make them work for him. The androgyny of his slim figure and pretty face allowed him to pull off outfits that turned heads, and today, he was in the mood to push boundaries.

He picked out a few pieces from the racks: fitted dresses, skirts, and a particularly eye-catching see-through shirt. He smirked to himself as he headed into the fitting room. This was where he liked to play his game, teasing Gemini just enough to keep things interesting.

Fourth tried on the first outfit, a sleek black dress that clung to his body in all the right ways. He admired himself in the mirror for a moment before stepping out to show Gemini.

Gemini barely looked up from his phone, his eyes flickering briefly over Fourth before offering a curt nod. "Yes," was all he said, his attention quickly returning to whatever business was occupying his screen.

Fourth wasn't fazed. He knew Gemini's approval didn't need to be loud or expressive. A simple yes from him carried more weight than any effusive praise. But Fourth wasn't done. He wanted to see how far he could push today.

The next outfit was a bit bolder—a short skirt paired with a crop top that showed off his midriff. Again, Fourth stepped out of the dressing room and posed, letting Gemini's eyes take in the sight. Another brief glance, another "Yes," and Fourth felt a rush of satisfaction.

Finally, Fourth slipped into the see-through shirt. It was sheer, delicate, and left little to the imagination. His bare skin was visible beneath the fabric, and it clung to his slim frame in a way that was both provocative and elegant. He took a deep breath, knowing this one would get a reaction.

Stepping out of the dressing room, he struck a pose, his eyes immediately darting to Gemini. This time, Gemini's reaction was different. His phone lowered slightly, his gaze locking onto Fourth as he took in the sight. For a moment, Gemini didn't say anything, but the subtle smirk that tugged at the corner of his lips told Fourth everything he needed to know.

Gemini was impressed.

Fourth's heart skipped a beat, a surge of pride and satisfaction swelling in his chest. He knew he had Gemini's full attention now. The smirk widened just a fraction before Gemini finally spoke, his voice low but commanding.

"I want every color of that shirt," he said to the staff nearby, not taking his eyes off Fourth.

The sales associate moved quickly, nodding enthusiastically and hurrying off to gather the requested shirts in various colors. Fourth, meanwhile, stood there, his own smirk mirroring Gemini's. He had won this round, and the victory felt sweet.

Fourth sauntered back into the dressing room to change, his mind buzzing with excitement. This was how he thrived, balancing on the edge of control and submission, knowing exactly how to keep Gemini's interest while getting what he wanted. It was a delicate dance, but one that Fourth had perfected over time.

When he emerged, back in his original outfit, he could feel Gemini's eyes still on him, a quiet intensity behind them. They didn't speak as they moved through the rest of the store, selecting a few more items before heading to the register. But the energy between them was charged, the unspoken understanding between them clear.

As the cashier rang up their purchases—bags of designer clothes, shoes, and, of course, the see-through shirts—Gemini slipped his black card to the associate without a word. Fourth stood beside him, his arm brushing against Gemini's, feeling the power of their connection. This was his world now—luxury, control, and knowing exactly how to play his cards.

As they walked out of the store, Fourth glanced up at Gemini, his heart still racing from the earlier exchange. "Thank you, Daddy," he said, his voice soft but filled with satisfaction.

Gemini gave him a small nod, his smirk returning briefly. "You earned it."

Fourth smiled to himself, knowing he had played his part perfectly. But in the back of his mind, he knew the balance he was maintaining between Gemini and Tin was fragile. For now, he had won Gemini over, but he couldn't afford to let things slip.