Better Man

by Mre


I never used to work this hard at anything. There was a time that I did only what pleased me.

Like eating breakfast at noon.

I used my money to procure what I desired, bedecked myself in wonderful clothing and surrounded myself with all that is refined.

No more.

I rise--or attempt to--with the sun. I cannot stomach a meal before noon, but I will drink coffee to keep company with my Vin.

I find myself questioning my reasons for doing anything. Will Vin approve? Would he mind? Can we, should we, could we?

The power he wields over me is terrifying.

Every day, I look at myself in the mirror and trace the evidence of last night's passion. The marks are a promise from Vin, that I belong to him, that I belong with him.

I have my own promise.

Every day, I strive to be a better man, someone my lover can be proud of. Some day, I will be worthy of his love.

It is the most precious thing in my life.


Ezra's Body of Slash Archive | FAQ | Search Engine

If you enjoyed this story, please send feedback to Mre

The Magnificent Seven belongs to MGM, the Trilogy Entertainment Group, the Mirisch Corporation and TNN, and was developed by John Watson and others. Ezra's Body of Slash Archive and its contents are part of a non-profit fan site, and was not endorsed or licensed by any of the above entities.