Stockroom Syndrome Series by D. Dove

Seth Brown can’t complain too much about working as a stocker and assistant toy doctor at Turner’s Toys, a high-end toy store in a wealthy neighborhood. Sure, the pay could be better–and he could stand if the customers yelled less, but at least he’s normally out of sight, doing inventory or fixing toys. That’s especially a relief during the holiday season, when tempers are high and stress is in the air... moreSeth Brown can’t complain too much about working as a stocker and assistant toy doctor at Turner’s Toys, a high-end toy store in a wealthy neighborhood. Sure, the pay could be better–and he could stand if the customers yelled less, but at least he’s normally out of sight, doing inventory or fixing toys. That’s especially a relief during the holiday season, when tempers are high and stress is in the air.Seth is in the middle of one such toy repair when he meets Clark, a handsome, wealthy older man who seems to like that Seth is polite, good with his hands, and eager to please.When Clark asks Seth for a little after-hours toy assistance, Seth agrees, unable to help how he’s drawn to the man’s commanding presence.But Clark appears to have something else that he wants from Seth… less

It’s been a week since the night Clark invited Seth over to stay at his house. A week since Clark flirted in Seth’s ear, and touched him so confidently that Seth couldn’t turn away from him.A week since Seth has heard anything from Clark at all, and Seth, disappointed but not surprised, resigns himself to never hearing from the man again. After all, Clark is older, and important, and knows what he wants. He’s driven and successful. Wealthy. Seth has nothing to offer him... moreIt’s been a week since the night Clark invited Seth over to stay at his house. A week since Clark flirted in Seth’s ear, and touched him so confidently that Seth couldn’t turn away from him.A week since Seth has heard anything from Clark at all, and Seth, disappointed but not surprised, resigns himself to never hearing from the man again. After all, Clark is older, and important, and knows what he wants. He’s driven and successful. Wealthy. Seth has nothing to offer him.When Clark texts Seth out of the blue, Seth jumps at the chance to see him again, even though he doesn’t know what to expect, unsure of what to hope for.Little does he know that Clark already has his own plans for Seth… less

Seth can’t believe that he’s about to spend New Year’s Eve at Clark’s estate. It’ll be just the two of them, alone for the night, and Seth is stupidly eager to spend more time with the confident and charming older man who has for some reason taken an interest in him. Not even a run-in with Jake, Seth’s jerk of a housemate, can dampen Seth’s excitement.But when Seth finds out something Clark has been hiding from him, Seth panics at the possibilities... moreSeth can’t believe that he’s about to spend New Year’s Eve at Clark’s estate. It’ll be just the two of them, alone for the night, and Seth is stupidly eager to spend more time with the confident and charming older man who has for some reason taken an interest in him. Not even a run-in with Jake, Seth’s jerk of a housemate, can dampen Seth’s excitement.But when Seth finds out something Clark has been hiding from him, Seth panics at the possibilities. Scared and feeling all too vulnerable, Seth has to flee. He ends up back home… where Jake is all too happy to take advantage of Seth’s newly freed-up evening.And Jake won’t be taking no for answer… less

After Seth is assaulted by his housemate Jake, Clark wastes no time moving Seth into his estate. He doesn’t really give Seth a choice, instead making it clear that he won’t let Seth stay somewhere dangerous any longer.It’s surreal to be living in Clark’s space now, but somehow Seth slots in nearly seamlessly... moreAfter Seth is assaulted by his housemate Jake, Clark wastes no time moving Seth into his estate. He doesn’t really give Seth a choice, instead making it clear that he won’t let Seth stay somewhere dangerous any longer.It’s surreal to be living in Clark’s space now, but somehow Seth slots in nearly seamlessly. He spends his newly discovered time having extravagant meals with Clark, learning to live in a fully staffed household, and using the new computer Clark let him borrow to finish his coding program.It’s going so well that it feels almost perfect… except that Clark doesn’t seem to want Seth anymore, since the incident with Jake. Clark barely even touches Seth now, for all that Seth still craves it.But maybe Clark has simply been biding his time… less

Seth has fully settled into living with Clark, and all the incredible things that come with it. Not only does he have an amazing place to live, but he gets Clark’s time and attention and indulgences. Seth feels like a spoiled, pampered pet, and he’s never been happier.He doesn’t know what to expect when Clark requests that Seth accompany him on a Valentine’s Day getaway, but Seth is excited to find out... moreSeth has fully settled into living with Clark, and all the incredible things that come with it. Not only does he have an amazing place to live, but he gets Clark’s time and attention and indulgences. Seth feels like a spoiled, pampered pet, and he’s never been happier.He doesn’t know what to expect when Clark requests that Seth accompany him on a Valentine’s Day getaway, but Seth is excited to find out. He wants to see what Clark has planned and give Clark a gift of his own—but Seth also thinks he might be brave enough to finally do something they’ve both been wanting; taking Clark completely.Of course, that’s when Clark brings out the toys… less