Team Sub

Chapter 4 - A Little Guidance

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The guys were filtering out of the locker rooms after a training session when Coach Frank asked to see Dan in his office.

'I'll see you guys later,' Dan called to the others as he turned back and headed to the coach's office. He stepped inside and closed the door behind him, shutting out the sound of the hustle and bustle of his teammates as they left.

'Everything ok, coach?' Dan asked, holding his gym bag over one shoulder. He was feeling energised after the training session

'Why don't you have a seat, Dan,' Frank said from his seat behind his desk. He had changed out of his coaching gear and was dressed smartly in a light blue shirt, dark trousers and black shoes. The clothes fitted tightly to his strong muscles. Dan couldn't help but ogle. Coach usually wore loose clothing during the sessions so it was rare to see him so sharply dressed and showing off his attractive figure.

'Sure, what's up?' Dan sat across from the coach, dropping his bag and settling in, wondering what this was about. Had he not performed well during training? Was he off the team? His mind raced at what the conversation could be about.

'So, how is everything going, Dan?' Frank smiled at Dan.

'Uhh ... yeah all good, training is going well,' Dan didn't know if the coach had meant rugby in particular so just jumped on that topic for ease of conversation.

'Good good, and how are you getting on with all the lads?'

Dan didn't know where this was going. Why was Frank asking him about his teammates all of a sudden? He wasn't new to the club so had integrated with his teammates a long time ago - he was part of the team. 'Amm ... the lads are all great, no complaints here,' Dan shrugged, sincere in his answer.

The coach leaned back in his chair and crossed his arms, inhaling deeply. 'Ok, well I've heard rumour of some ... antics going on between some of the lads. Don't get me wrong, 'Frank put up his hands, 'we're a gay rugby team. I'm not stupid. Guys are going to mess around when you put a bunch of them together and that's fine.'

Dan held his breath. Had Frank heard about what he and the other lads had got up to in the locker room? Was he getting thrown off the team for indecent exposure? His heart was in his throat at the thought of his rugby life being stripped from him. 'Frank I ...' he started.

'Ah,' Frank held up a hand, 'just let me finish,' silencing Dan. 'What I mean to say is you're not in trouble,' Frank explained, which loosened some of the tension in Dan's body. 'If guys are going to mess around, it's your business, not mine. However, your wellbeing is my concern, and I just wanted to make sure what was going on in the locker room between you and the other lads was all above board.'

Dan blushed deeply. The coach had heard about what they had gotten up to. But how much did he know? Was he aware of the dom/sub stuff? He sat there in silence, unsure of what to say. 'How did you find out? What did you hear?'

'Believe me, I've been doing this a long time. I know everything that goes on in these halls. The other lads, they're not taking advantage of you, are they?'

'No no, nothing like that!' Dan was quick to clarify.

'Well it didn't sound very reciprocal from what I heard from my source. If there's bullying going on in the club, I need to know about it, Dan. This is a very serious situation.'

'I'm not being bullied, I promise,' Dan could feel his face burning up.

'Hmmmm,' Frank looked at Dan unconvinced.

'It's just ...' Dan had no choice, he had to be honest about what they had gotten up to, or else the accusations of bullying would go flying.

'Go on ...' Frank pressed.

'It started with one of the lads,' Dan was careful not to mention any names. 'I got turned on by what he was saying and when he was ordering me to do things, and then he got more of the other guys to join in and ...' Dan lowered his head, unable to look at the coach, 'I like it when they call me their "boy". I guess I'm like a "sub" or something. I know it's messed up, but yeah. It's nothing to do with bullying. I just have a messed up head, getting turned on by being dominated. Sorry if I caused a panic.' Dan stared at his feet as he picked at his fingers, fidgeting.

Dan heard the coach get up from his chair and walk around the table to where Dan was sitting and stood above him. Then he felt a tender but firm grip under his chin turn his head up to look up at the coach.

'You have nothing to be sorry about,' Frank looked him straight in the eyes and kept his hand under Dan's chin. 'Being submissive is just a part of who you are. You're a stand up guy and an incredible rugby player. So, you like to be a sub when it comes to sex, there's nothing wrong with that. You're not messed up. It's very brave to come out and admit that to someone, so well done. I'm proud of you, Dan.'

Dan felt like crying, he was overwhelmed with emotion.

The coach moved his hand and caressed Dan's face and then petted his head. 'You're a good boy,' he said, which made Dan melt. 'I've known many guys coming through the club and in my life in general, seen all types, doms, subs, switches, everything. Dabbled a bit myself. Just make sure you're looking out for yourself. Those teammates of yours may be in their twenties, thirites, forties, whatever. Don't let them take advantage of you, ok? I know it might feel like it's hot in the moment, but do what feels best in your gut. A proper dom will look out for a sub's best interests and their well-being.'

It was all too much for Dan, overwhelmed by his sub feelings and by Frank's kind words, he got out of his chair and kneeled by the coach's feet, his head by Frank's crotch. 'Oh, Sir,' he exclaimed and cried.

Frank was taken by surprise but let Dan have his moment to take in his guidance. He petted the man kneeling in front of him. 'It's ok, boy. You're alright. Good sub,' he knelt down and hugged him.

Dan squeezed the man in return, who cooed him and rubbed his back.

After the emotions died down, Frank wiped Dan's tears and said, 'You really are a cute, sexy man, and I have some experience being a dom. It's taking every fibre in my being not to take you home and have my wicked way with you, but you're new to all this, and that wouldn't be right. You need guidance now. I'm not going to tell you not to mess around with those teammates of yours, you're free to do as you wish, but just be careful, and know that my door is always open, if you need any help or someone to talk to, or even a safe environment to be a sub. Doesn't necessarily mean sex, just to be in the headspace, let me know.'

'Thanks, Sir,' Dan nodded.

'Good, boy,' Frank petted Dan. 'Alright, go on. I think that's enough excitement for one day,' he pulled him up and saw him out of the office.