Science Fiction Romance: Biomechanical Hearts (Space Sci-Fi Love Triangle) (New Adult Paranormal Fantasy)

by Olivia Myers

  ***

  The next morning, Kimi stirred from her deep sleep early when she heard a soft melody playing. Sunlight did not stream into the cave system of the Mongarians, but installed lights inside the bedrooms could be automated to brighten at the desired time.

  The music was gentle and subtle, and rare in the Mongarian community. It seeped into Kimi's subconscious and roused her in no time. Still groggy, she opened her eyes and sat up in bed, wondering where the sound was coming from.

  The light in her room went on, letting her know it was six-thirty in the morning. When the room was illuminated, she gasped at the roses, daisies, and wildflowers strewn all over the room. Her eyes darted around the tiny space, stunned at the lovely surprise.

  She caught sight of a steel contraption on the small desk across from her bed. Curious, she carefully made her way toward it. When she lifted it from the table and turned it around in her hand, the sound of the music became louder. Obviously it was coming from the small, modern device. Perhaps it was some sort of radio or music player.

  That was when she saw the attached note at the bottom of the device. It read, I never heard music until I met you. You brought harmony into my life.

  "Khan-Min," she murmured to herself, a smile spreading across her lips. There was nobody else she could think of who would have gone to all this trouble. Besides, she did not have any other close friends among the Mongarians. And the chances of a secret admirer were slim.

  She didn't have to wonder long. A knock sounded at the door. She wanted time to freshen up first or at least brush her teeth. But the knocking was persistent, driving her to finally open the door.

  Khan-Min stood in front of her, his usually flowing ebony locks brushed back in a ponytail. The skin around his eyes crinkled when he beamed at her. Today, his chest was not exposed but covered in a regular cotton shirt like humans wore. He also had on a pair of faded jeans that brought out the muscular shape of his legs and made him look taller than he already was.

  Kimi smiled back, feeling self-conscious in her tan oversized button-down polo. "Hi," she whispered, her heart beginning to pound in her chest.

  "Did you like my surprise?" he asked.

  She smiled again but did not want to open her mouth further because she had not yet brushed her teeth. She held up her palm to signal him to wait while she rushed to the adjoining bathroom to wash her face and brush her teeth.

  He actually laughed and let himself in. When she came out, she was surprised to find him sitting on her bed amid all the beautiful blooms. He looked truly serene and even more attractive to her.

  "Well?" he persisted teasingly.

  She gave a short laugh. "It's beautiful," she breathed, motioning all around her with her hands. "Everything's amazing. Where did you get that tiny music player? I've never heard music played here before except for some native instruments being experimented on."

  "I invented it," he said. "Like it? Inventing small devices like this is one of my hobbies."

  "Cool,” Kimi murmured admiringly. As she watched him stand up and saunter toward her, her heartbeat hastened and her body heated up. Here he was, in her room, while she wore only her underwear and a huge button-down polo.

  His eyes filled with lust, but he stopped a few inches away from her. The wait was killing her. The sexual tension between them raged on through every second that passed.

  "Kimi…" he started in a husky voice, "would you like to go out with me this morning? I want to bring you somewhere special."

  Kimi's eyes widened. "I'd love that," she said with genuine happiness and excitement.

  In less than an hour, she had showered and changed into a casual salmon-colored sundress with an ethnic print that one of the Mongarian women had given her as a thank you gift. Instead of her usual ponytail or braid for work, she let her hair cascade freely down past her shoulders. She had even put on light makeup to highlight her cheekbones, brighten her eyes, and make her lips luscious.

  "Wow," Khan-Min gasped out when he saw her.

  "I'll take that as a compliment," Kimi said with a big smile. "Thanks."

  "It is most definitely a compliment," Khan-Min said. He led her through the series of caves until they reached the hollow that led to the forest outside. Few people were awake yet, so Kimi and Khan-Min were practically alone within the Mongarian community.

  They walked silently through the dense woods surrounded by a ring of mountains, both of them engrossed in the breathtaking splendor of nature. The morning breeze was the perfecture temperature, relaxing Kimi after another busy week.

  Soon they approached a cluster of tall trees as the path narrowed. She could hear the gentle lapping of water, which made her walk faster, eager to see what was waiting behind the trees.

  A lake sat beside a garden teeming with thick shrubberies and all kinds of multi-colored flowers. Insects were flying about. She followed them with her eyes. "Are those butterflies? I've only seen them in pictures and videos back at The Dome."

  "Yes," Khan-Min answered, placing an arm around her as they paused to appreciate the magnificent beauty in front of them. "Apparently, they haven't gone fully extinct. Or maybe these butterflies evolved again. "

  "They are lovely," Kimi said. "This entire place is exquisite!"

  "Just like you," Khan-Min whispered meaningfully, his lips brushing against her ear and shooting electricity into her body. Adrenaline rushed through her, making it difficult to concentrate on his explanation about the Mongarian garden. All she understood was that some of his friends had been developing this area to serve as a park for their people.

  One corner of the garden had abundant vegetation, immediately capturing Kimi's attention. She went toward it and examined the plants, many of which she already knew. "This is a wonderful collection of flora!" she exclaimed.

  "Yes, indeed," Khan-Min agreed. "But it's not intended for Mongarian consumption. Only for display."

  Kimi nodded. "These are amazing. But Earth is so rich in natural resources again that it's well on its way to full recovery after the explosion thousands of years ago."

  "You are right," Khan-Min said. He launched into a summary of plant studies from Earth over the past few decades. Of course Kimi, as an intelligent botanist and an Earth enthusiast, was already well-versed in the information he shared. Nevertheless, she was astounded by his broad knowledge and obvious wit.

  After a few minutes of serious discussion on scientific matters, specifically Earth's flora, Khan-Min ended the conversation and guided her toward another part of the garden. Even from afar, she could already see the table and chairs made of tree stumps and decorated with small white flowers. On top of the round wooden table was a feast for two--a colorful array of fresh salads, fruits, and juices.

  "Shall we eat our healthy breakfast?" he asked.

  Her mouth dropped open at the extravagant and unexpected setup. "You prepared all this for me?"

  "Of course," he answered as both of them took their seats across from each other. "It's really no big deal if I can see you smile like this and watch your beautiful eyes twinkle excitedly."

  "Oh, Khan-Min!"

  "What?" he asked with an innocent expression on his face. "It's true. And besides, this treat is nothing compared to what you have done for us Mongarians. So many patients have been getting better because of the special fusion of plants you've been preparing for them. The medicinal herbs are quite effective too."

  Kimi blushed at his compliments. She was proud of their achievements. "We did it together," she said. "We both deserve a break."

  "Let's eat then," he said, grinning. "I'm famished!"

  They devoured the delectable breakfast feast, laughing and getting to know each other better as they did. The time passed quickly. They took a walk around the garden for a while before settling beside the lake. As they were fooling around, splashing each other with water and throwing spontaneous jokes into the conversation, Kimi suddenly felt the urge to push Khan-Min into the water. But because she h
esitated, he got the opportunity first. He pushed her without warning, but she was able to grab his arm as she went into the water.

  Together they made a big splash into the shallow part of the lake. Kimi ran toward the deeper area, legs splashing water, giggling. Khan-Min went after her and soon they were submerged up to their shoulders. Their laughter seemed to echo against the surrounding trees and mountains. And as it died down, they found themselves inches away from each other, their bodies burning with the heat of desire despite being immersed in the cool lake.

  In the next second, their lips met in a frenzied kiss, their hands all over each other. Kimi clutched his broad shoulders, feeling the tense muscles through his soaked shirt. Their mouths explored each other, their tongues twisted in a hot dance, as if invisible flames spouted from their lips.

  Khan-Min's fingers slid down the side of her body to her underwear and found their way through folds of skin, fighting the pressure of the water and yet stimulating her deep-seated animalistic hunger. He rubbed her sweet spot repeatedly while his tongue flicked around her mouth and massaged her tongue sensually.

  It made her so aroused that she yearned to return the favor yet wasn’t sure she could stand as his motions fired her insides and turned her legs to jelly. She unzipped his jeans and found his manly stiffness and began to pleasure him. The expression on his face was unreadable as he let out a soft groan.

  He gripped her hand tightly then, making her stop. What now? she thought in confusion, pulling away to stare at him. With his intense brown eyes full of carnal thirst, he moved away from her and swam toward the shore. He waited for her to follow. When she surfaced from the water completely, he grabbed her hand and they dashed across the green fields like little kids in drenched clothes.

  Upon reaching a small clearing surrounded by tall blades of grass, he halted, turned around and took her in his arms. She responded by wrapping her arms around his neck and meeting his lips in a ravenous kiss that caused their bodies to blaze with mounting passion.

  In broad daylight, he laid her down in the grassy clearing. They were hidden from anyone's view, covered by the surrounding prairie and forest, watched over by the looming mountains. Yet they couldn't care less if someone came along and caught them in the act. Their minds were focused on just one thing--- fulfilling the ardent aching of their bodies.

  Khan-Min took off her dress, exposing her curvaceous body. He unclasped her bra and threw it to the side, her heaving breasts making him gasp with renewed desire. He removed his own shirt before going down to graze her breasts with his lips and playful tongue. He covered each breast with kisses, making her moan for more. But he took his time with the sensitive skin and especially her pinkish nipples, which formed stiff peaks inside his mouth.

  She buried her fingers in his hair, messing up his previously slick look and undoing the ponytail. Her nails dug into the soft skin behind his neck. She was further aroused by his flicking kisses moving downward to her wetness. He tugged her panties down in a swift motion. He then spread her legs and gently nibbled on the outer lips before thrusting his tongue inside her. She moaned and arched her back as he continued to kiss and lick her down there.

  Before she knew it, her fingers had joined his tongue in making herself come to her peak. She trembled with excitement and pleasure as the joint shoves and frisky touches lifted her higher and higher toward a heavenly state of sexual indulgence.

  When she finally came, he pulled back and took off the rest of his clothing. His huge, hardened manhood sprang up eagerly and he inserted it inside her in slow, erotic fashion. She moaned loudly as his hardness rubbed against her vaginal walls, stimulating the already sensitive area again.

  He gradually merged his naked body with hers in unified motion, pleasuring them both in unmeasurable carnality. Their breaths rasped, the sweat on their skin mixing together, their mouths open and their eyes rolling up in expressions of mutual lust and satisfaction.

  As the sun shone brighter in the sky and a waft of wind caused the blades of grass to sway all around them, they both climaxed and collapsed in a satisfied heap of sweaty limbs. Khan-Min rolled to her side and they lay on the ground stark naked, panting heavily, and gazing up at the bright blue sky that signified a fine day on Planet Earth.

  ***

  For some reason, Kimi's mind was suddenly filled with images of her making out with Lee 5 in the space ship. They had shared intimate moments that she would never, ever forget. A big part of her missed him and yet she knew in her mind that their relationship was purely sexual. Even if her attraction for him could grow into something more, his cyborg nature would not allow him to be a feeling human being.

  "Are you okay, Kimi?" Khan-Min's voice cut through her thoughts.

  She looked at him guiltily but covered up her thoughts of Lee 5 with a wide smile. "Why wouldn't I be?"

  They were on their way back to the caves to begin their work for the day and resume their studies and experiments. He placed an arm around her and looked at her with a mixture of admiration, desire, and contentment. She could sense that what he felt for her was more than just physical attraction.

  The following days passed by quickly. From time to time, Kimi would recall how Lee 5 had protected her and pleasured her in the not-so-distant past. He had made her feel sexy, wanted, and special. But then, Khan-Min was doing the same and giving her even more. Even though he was an alien, his Mongarian nature actually made him more effusive. Thus, he was not ashamed or hesitant at all to express how he really felt.

  I should be thankful for him, Kimi thought. Who knows? He might turn out to be my very first boyfriend in the future.

  The possibility excited her, as she had never had a man to call her real boyfriend---someone who would not just share intimate moments with her but also support, appreciate, and love her in every way. She eventually pushed the thought away, not wanting to raise her hopes up too much. As always, she vowed to enjoy what they had while she could. Besides, she only had one more week left with the Mongarians on Earth.

  One evening, she decided to work overtime in the makeshift laboratory. The middle-sized room had rough-hewn walls like a barbaric workspace within the caves, but it was equipped with modern equipment and advanced computers. She was leaning forward to examine a new plant species under the microscope when she felt powerful arms wrap tightly around her waist.

  The all too familiar stinky smell told her it wasn't Khan-Min who had his arms around her. She whipped around and struggled to free herself from the grasp of the former chief called Bojan. He held her tighter and started kissing her neck, his sticky and reeking saliva burning her skin. She wanted to throw up in disgust at his every touch as she twisted and wriggled to get away.

  "Get away from me!" she screamed, trying to kick and push him away---to no avail.

  He pressed his thick, pungent lips on hers. She wanted to recoil but his grip overpowered her. She couldn't move at all.

  At that moment, Khan-Min appeared and yanked Bojan away in a flash. He punched the evil Mongarian so hard it made Bojan stagger backward and yelp in agony. Khan-Min pressed a red button nearby and after several minutes of scuffling and wrestling, some enormous Mongarians came to arrest Bojan.

  "Rot in jail!" Khan-Min said furiously, spitting at Bojan who had the nerve to smirk at him.

  When Bojan was finally taken to prison, Khan-Min attended to Kimi with great concern and apprehension. Kimi insisted, though, that she was fine. Deep inside, her heart was soaring because of this wonderful man who seemed to actually care a lot about her.

  "I was so afraid when I saw him attacking you," Khan-Min admitted to Kimi as he hugged her and caressed her shoulders, back, and long brown tresses. "I really like you, Kimi."

  Kimi was taken aback. She was at a loss for words because it was the very first time she had heard those words uttered sincerely. She was not used to men saying such things without merely wanting to get into her pants. She could see it in the kind Mongarian doctor's eyes that he meant eve
ry word.

  It was a good thing Khan-Min didn't seem to expect her to say anything in return. She was confused and not sure of her own feelings for him yet. Her feelings for him and Lee 5 mixed in her mind, and between her legs.

  Without warning, he turned her around and pushed her upper back gently to make her lean forward over a lab table and stick out her behind. He lifted her long skirt and pulled down her underwear. As he kissed the back of her neck, making the tiny hairs stand on edge, she could feel his fingers carressing the hair between her legs. Eventually, his fingers pressed hard in between the lips of her wetness and parted them slightly. He thrust one finger into the center and began stroking the area, touching her clitoris over and over again. She moaned and shuddered in delight, consumed in her climbing ecstasy.

  Every one of her chaotic thoughts and emotions flew out the cave. All she cared about at that moment was feeling his rigid manhood inside her and reaching the pinnacle of pleasure.

  With her butt facing him, he entered her hungrily from behind. The sensation caused by their doggie-style position heightened her pleasure. He shoved into her again and again, driving her wild. She gripped the edges of the lab table she was leaning on as he moved deeper inside her with every thrust.

  The next time he pulled out his hard, long cock, he quickly turned her around and lifted her onto the table. He spread her legs apart and placed his hands on her butt to pull her toward him as he thrust forward and backward inside her. Together they rocked into each other, feeling the erotic pleasure climbing, intensifying, ascending to greater heights that did not seem possible before. In a few seconds, he exploded inside her, filling her with intense warmth.

  Just like every time in the past few days since they had first had sex in the meadow, Kimi gave in to Khan-Min's tempting and alluring advances. She did not regret it once, because they were obviously sexually compatible.

  The last week of Kimi's stay was occupied with the testing of recovering patients who began to function normally, and a few new patients trickling in with similar symptoms. In between hours of work, the lovers were able to incorporate exciting sexual encounters---in her cell, in the lab, in the Mongarian garden, under a tree, and even in his own clinic. He made her feel amazing all the time and she found herself questioning her resolve to go back to Planet Venora and join her human family and friends again.