The Mayor's Star

"How could you do this to me, Axel? I gave everything to you. You said you love me!" The camera panned to the rising top actor of today's generation. Everyone was waiting for him to drop the line. Coldly, he stared at the woman in front of him and smirked mockingly. "And you believed what I said? My dear Rose..." He stopped and wiped the tears off of her face. "Never believe a man in the mafia," he added and walked away. "CUT!" The sound of everyone clapping filled Jonard with relief. His co-actor approached him and tapped his shoulder. "Man, that was good! I'm sure the rating's high for this episode too." Jonard smiled sheepishly and scratched the back of his head. "You did good too, Melv," he said. When they saw the director approaching them, Melvin bid his goodbye. "As expected of our rising star." Jonard felt giddy about the compliment and bowed his head. Jonard embarked on his first TV series project after receiving recognition for his efforts in an indie film, where he played a youthful version of the male lead. Jonard received numerous sponsors and advertisements, cementing his status as one of today's rising stars. "Thank you for guiding me, Sir. I owe this to you," he said. The director chuckled. "You are a great actor, Jo. You deserved this spotlight. I will see you again on our next taping schedule," the director said. Jonard bid the director his farewell and went to his manager, who was talking to his co-star and his movie partner, Gwen Mendez. "Max," he called his manager's name. Max turned around and smiled at the young actor. "Jo! Gwen wants to talk to you. I'll give you five minutes tops because we still have a scheduled shoot later," Max said. Jonard nodded and watched as his manager left. "Jo," Gwen said while playing with her hair. "Are you free on Saturday?" she asked. Jonard smiled at her. "I'm sorry, Gwen, my schedule is full that day. Maybe some other time?" he answered. Gwen's face turned sour but immediately gave Jonard a sweet smile. "Is that so? Okay, please tell me if you have time, okay?" Gwen said. Jonard nodded his head in response. "I will, Gwen. Thank you for today," he said. Jonard waited for Gwen to disappear and heaved a sigh. He knew Gwen was interested in him, but he wasn't because he had a boyfriend. Indeed, he does have a boyfriend, but the public is unaware of this. Only his manager is aware of this, as most people find it unacceptable for two men to be in a relationship. Jonard arrived in his van and greeted his manager. "Carlo is calling," he said, frowning, and handed the phone to Jonard. Jonard immediately went inside the van and closed the door to talk to his boyfriend. "Hi, love," he whispered. "Why aren't you updating me?" Carlo asked on the other line. Jonard pursed his lips with Carlo's tone. It seems like the conversation is going to turn into a fight. He let out a sigh. "I'm sorry, love. We were taping our scene earlier, and my phone is with Max. I'm going home today," he said. Carlo was currently staying at his penthouse because he resigned from his work six months ago. It was okay with Jonard, as he was earning well as an actor. They were in their second year as a couple, but these past few weeks have been suffocating for Jonard. Carlo was always angry, demanding time even when he knew Jonard was busy with a fully packed schedule. He easily got jealous without reason, and recently, when Jonard checked the card he gave to Carlo, he saw it was already empty. The allowances he gave to Carlo were all gone. "Fine, I'll be waiting," Carlo said and ended the call. Thankfully, it didn't end with a fight. Max went inside the van and sat next to Jonard. "What did he say this time?" Max said, raising his eyebrows and crossing his arms. "Nothing, Max," Jonard replied with a small smile. Max rolled his eyes in frustration. "Jo, I know you half of your life. I will say this again. I don't trust that man," he said. Max hated Carlo. When Jonard questioned him about why he hated Carlo, Max consistently responded that it was his instincts, coupled with the numerous fights he witnessed, that led him to conclude that Carlo was not a good fit for him. "Come on, Max. Give him a chance. He's a decent man, just a little grumpy at times, but he loves me. He accepted me for me," Jonard said. Carlo made him feel like himself when they were together. He loved that he could freely express his desires without fear of judgment. They met at a party and immediately clicked. Soon after, they dated, and now they were living together. "I don't want to, Jo, but always remember what I'm saying about him," Max answered seriously. "Now, let's go to your shoot," he added. The shoot took longer than Jonard was expecting. After the shoot, Jonard thanked everyone and hurried out to his car's parking spot. Jonard turned around and saw Max about to enter his van. "Max, I'll see you tomorrow!" he said and closed the door. Jonard started the car and quickly maneuvered it back on the main road. He turned the music on and drove away. Half an hour later, he arrived at his penthouse. He parked the car in his garage and went out. The house was eerily quiet. Jonard turned on the lights and was surprised to see Carlo sitting on the couch, sipping his wine. "You're late," he said; his tone was serious. "Yeah, I'm sorry, love. The shoot took longer than expected," he said and walked towards him. He was about to kiss Carlo, but Carlo avoided him. Jonard heaved a sigh. "I really am sorry," Jonard said and took out the shoes Carlo wanted. Carlo's eyes light up, and he grinned. "Is this for me?" he said. "Thanks, love," he added and went to embrace Jonard. "You're welcome, love. I hope you have forgiven me now," he said and embraced him back. "Not yet," Carlo said, grinning knowingly, which Jonard immediately understood. He didn't really want to agree because he was dead tired from all the work and acting he had done today, but he knows if he disagrees, it may end up with an argument again, and he doesn't want that. He wants a peaceful night. With a forced smile, Jonard nodded his head. "Great!" Carlo said so and pulled Jonard. "Wait, love. I'll just shower real quick and clean myself," Jonard said. In their relationship, Jonard was the bottom, or the role of the woman in a heterosexual relationship. "Alright," Carlo replied. As Jonard had said, he was quick. He went out after ten minutes. Carlo walked towards him and took his hand while the other cupped his face. "I miss you," Carlo whispered and leaned. Carlo was a few inches taller than him. "I miss you too," Jonard replied. Carlo kissed Jonard on the lips, but instead of feeling happy, Jonard felt nothing. He brushed it off and put his arms around Carlo's neck, kissing him back. They went inside their room, and Carlo softly pushed him down on the bed, stroking his d*ck. He spread Jonard's legs and positioned himself. "Wait, love. I'm not prepared yet," he said, but Carlo wasn't stopping. "It's alright; it's fine," Carlo said. Jonard forced a smile. Without thoroughly preparing himself, it will be painful and less pleasurable for him, but Carlo doesn't care about any of that and grabs some lube. He poured it in his @ss and the remaining in his d*ck covered in a condom. Carlo then pushed his d*ck inside Jonard, and Jonard flinched, softly whimpering. He closed his eyes and let Carlo do anything he wanted without noticing the small camera hidden in one of his shelves.