On fire at the erotic image he presented, she spread her legs wider to ease the ache for penetration. “Jack, tell me what’s going to happen after we arrive in Ardenia.”
A lustful smile nudged his lips apart, and his white sharp teeth looked ready to feast on her flesh. He licked his lips and stepped closer then swept his finger over the instep of her foot.
She flinched, and he chuckled. “Did I find a sensitive spot?”
“Yes.”
He drew his finger over her ankle and up her leg. “Good, I’m hoping to find more.”
Impatient for an answer to her question, she caught his hand on her knee. “Tell me what I should expect.”
He grinned and pushed her leg off the side of the bed. “First, I’ll introduce you to your mother.” He sat between her legs and stroked his hands along her inner thighs. “She’s an important lady who will probably want you to talk to her wizard to verify you are indeed a part of her family.”
Uncertainty warred with desire as he guided his fingers to the top of her legs. He stopped just short of her pussy. She sighed and lifted her hips in a silent plea for him to take what she offered. He ignored her invitation and retraced his path to her knees.
Kitty swallowed her hunger and focused her thoughts on their visit to Ardenia. “And what will they do if I’m not who you think I am?”
“Nothing.” He sank onto the bed and used the width of his shoulders to widen the spread of her legs. A light breath caressed her sensitive skin, and she waited for the seductive touch of his tongue. When it came, she quivered. The tantalizing stroke ignited a compelling obsession in her soul.
“Jack.” She wrapped her hands around his shoulders. “Please.”
He lifted his head, and the predatory glare in his gaze captured her heart. “No matter what happens tomorrow, tonight you belong to me.”
His nostrils flared, and he studied the intimate secrets of her cunt then guided his hand over her beaded nipples. He pinched the aching tips with his thumb and forefinger. A red-hot blade of desire speared through her stomach to the heart of her womb. “My body is begging for your touch. Please fuck me.”
“No, not until I’ve caressed every part of you with my hands, mouth, and tongue.” He closed his warm hands around her breasts and leaned forward to capture a nipple. The stiff bud rolled against the roof of his mouth, and then he sucked voraciously.
A ravenous hunger rushed through her blood. His need, hers, she couldn’t distinguish the difference.
“Oh, sweet mother of nature, I need your cock deep inside me.” The cry tore from her as her lust-filled body quivered with passion. She dug her fingers through his black hair and begged him to take more of her breast into his mouth. The first pleasurable wave pulsed through her pussy, screaming for his staff to fill the void. “Jack, please, I...”
The connection between them arched higher, and the idea of him thrusting his rod deep faded. Instead, an image appeared of him licking her stomach, thighs, and toes. It ended with his head nestled against her flesh—his tongue licking her clit.
She blinked and caught sight of his wide grin.
He waited until she recovered her breath. “Why don’t we slow things down? Tell me what you’re always wanted a lover to do?”
The fantasy of directing a man into doing exactly what pleased her sent goose bumps quivering over her skin. She released him and brushed back her hair from her face. “Anything I want?”
Jack nodded, and his gaze dropped to her breasts. “Yes.”
Would he really give her that kind of control?
Fighting her desires so she could enjoy a slow seduction, she stared at him and whispered, “I love having your mouth on my breasts.”
He lowered his head.
“When you suck and lick my nipples, moisture drips from my pussy.” Kitty groaned and worked her legs up and over his.
He leaned forward and his descent stopped a breath away from her chest. He licked the tip of her left breast, and one of his hands dropped between her legs. “Well, the only way I’ll know when I’ve achieved your objective is to test you regularly.”
A finger brushed the length of her slit.
“You’re already moist, but let’s see if I can draw a little more liquid from the well.” He lowered his head and slid his tongue over the tight kernel of her breast. One lick, two, he tortured her with the continuous stimulation for an eternity before his mouth finally settled.
She wriggled her hips, and the finger resting at her entrance nuzzled her clit. “Yes, please fuck me.”
A light stroke ran along her cunt, and she gasped. Instantly, the action of his mouth changed. He sucked harder on the tender nub and lightly scored her flesh with his teeth. The bond between them grew.
The dual assault of his mouth on her breast and his hand playing with her clit sent a firestorm of need racing through the empty cavity of her womb. “Jack...”
He released his hold and changed position. A grin whispered across his lips. He ran his tongue down the center of her body and circled her mound to lick her inner thigh.
The heels of her feet resting on the sides of his thighs, she grabbed his head to stop his downward movement. “No, I want your mouth on my cunt.”
A smile graced his lips, then he placed his head between her legs. “A treat I’ve always enjoyed.”
The hot stroke of his tongue swept across the length of her pussy. Each swipe electrified her senses, and she whimpered at the incredible heat blooming within her womb.
The quick pace of his tongue robbed her of the ability to think, and his hands on her thighs held her open for his pleasure. Unable to break free, she quivered as he drove her higher and higher until stars exploded behind her eyelids. A blissful orgasm swept her off to a far away land. The place appeared almost familiar, and Kitty clung to the memories for a second longer before falling back into sated glow of post-orgasm delirium.
The soft caress of his lips against hers drew her eyes open. A quick dab of his tongue into her mouth, then he retreated to play with her lips. The flavor of her sex rode over her taste buds, and she opened her mouth again to the intrusion of his tongue. The emotional mixture of his thoughts inflamed her senses, and she arched her hips to welcome him into her heat.
He drew back on his knees. “So are you satisfied now?”
Kitty giggled and lifted her head. She studied the strong muscles in his chest. “Well...” She drew out her reply to tease him into believing she didn’t need any more attention.
“Or would you like me to plunge a little deeper to completely fill your well of desire?”
The link between them ebbing for the moment, she allowed herself a moment to reflect on the bounty of his emotions. Then she caught sight of the thick length of his rod. His incredible sword of passion demanded attention, and she closed her fingers around his massive cock.
“A little extra drilling might be in order. That is, if you’re feeling up to it.” She pumped her hands over his shaft and flicked her finger along the round, broad head. Her mouth watered.
Maybe, I should suck—
He leaned forward. “I’ll be glad to take it deeper.”
Tugging her legs over his shoulders, he gripped her thighs to keep her in place. The different position tipped her pelvis upward, and the head of his cock slipped easily into the opening of her pussy.
Jack drove his hips forward, and his hardness impaled her in one deep thrust. The strong connection between them this time sent an urgent lust for more through her senses, and she screamed at the titillating picture of his cock buried inside hers.
He slowly drew the long length along the sensitive walls of her pussy. She tightened her inner muscles and fought to hold him inside.
Her gaze met his, and a fire burned in him that matched the flame racing through her blood. He plunged forward again and again. Harder, faster, he hammered deeper with each thrust.
Devoured by the combustible flame, a blaze grew out of control through every cell,
electrifying each nerve. She screamed, and a scorching pleasure exploded through her womb, radiating out into a wildfire of sensations. Her thoughts linked with his, the fire raging through his body sang through hers until she couldn’t separate his emotions from hers.
Erratic tingles spread over her skin. Just as her orgasm eased, the hell bent action of his cock increased and her body responded with a second explosion.
He pumped in and out with a beat that rivaled the pounding of her heart. Unable to breathe, she gasped for air. The sight, smell, and feel of him sent wave after wave of fire through her system until her body exploded yet again.
Weakened by the onslaught, she held onto him as he surfed the same burning wave. The sweet haven of his mind lulled her into a world where just the two of them existed. She closed her eyes to capture the moment.
Oh, Kitty, if I could only keep you.
A deep groan blasted from his lips, and one final thrust detonated the end of his attack. He slumped forward exhausted. Her legs fell from his shoulders and landed on each side of his thighs.
A tortured emotion sank into her heart, and a painful ache circled her being. Guilt and sinful feelings she hadn’t expected flooded her mind. He settled his weight on top of her, and his thoughts rushed through her head, crushing her with betrayal.
Ripples of shock coursed through her with the same intensity as her release. Her body twitched, and she opened her eyes to stare into the blue-black flame of his.
The pounding of a drum started in her ears and then morphed into someone knocking at their door.
“What the—” Jack escaped her grasp, and she watched him stroll to the door. He gripped the knob.
Kitty sat up and stared blindly at his naked form. “Jack, you bastard...”
He grabbed his pants off the chair and glanced over his shoulder. “Cover up.”
Turning, he opened the door. “What the hell do you want?”
The witch they’d met earlier nudged through the narrow opening and slipped past Jack. “I’m happy to see you, too, Jack. Now get dressed. You two have to head out of here.”
Jack stared at the woman as if she’d gone insane.
Kitty fought for control. The pain coursing through her clouded her mind, and she couldn’t center her thoughts on what was happening. Yanking the blankets around her, she stood beside the bed. “Why? What’s wrong?”
The redhead stepped further into the room. “Two men have been asking about you.”
Jack grabbed the woman by the arm and twirled her back around to face him. “What did you tell them?”
“Nothing, but you best leave before someone else does.” The witch tugged her arm free of his grip. “I can show you the way out the back when you’re ready to go.” She opened the door and disappeared into the hall.
Uncertain if she could trust Jack after what she’d just learned, Kitty grabbed her clothes. “What do you think we should do?”
Chapter Eight
The inky black shadows of the trees hid the three of them for the moment, but Jack had no doubt about the men following. He could almost hear their footsteps.
Just ahead of him, the witch paused near an open area. The glow of the night beast lit her red hair, and the wind danced through it. “If you follow this trail deeper into the woods, you should escape unseen into the night.”
“And what about you?” Kitty touched the witch’s arm. “Will you be all right?”
The witch nodded and turned to Jack. “After you cross a small stream, you’ll see a cave in the outcrop of rocks to your right. You can rest there for a while but don’t sleep past sunrise.”
“Thank you.” Jack pressed several coins into the woman’s hand.
She smiled and deposited the coins in the pocket of her skirt before tugging one of the necklaces free from around her neck. “You better take this. It will safeguard you until you arrive at your destination.” She stood on her tiptoes and attached the medallion around his neck. “Good luck.”
Surprised by the unexpected gift, Jack laid his hand over the metal pendant, then backed away. “We best get moving.”
“Thank you,” Kitty whispered and caught hold of his cloak.
The gentle tug reminded him how upset she’d been before they left their room. He pulled her beside him and guided her down the trail.
She’d discovered his secret when they made love, yet she’d still gotten dressed and followed him out of their room. Did she love him enough to overlook his flaws? Or did she see him as the only way out of a bad situation?
He silently cursed the men following them and worked his way through the trees. The muscles in his shoulders ached, and tension built in his neck. These men couldn’t have picked a worst moment to interrupt.
Yet, how could he explain his motivation for rescuing her from Sloan?
Undeserving of her love, Jack stopped and released Kitty. “We’ll make much better time if we shift into our panther forms.”
“It’ll at least help us see,” Kitty grumbled and removed her cloak. “But what should we do with our clothes?”
“I’ll bury them.” Jack scanned the forest and caught sight of a small gully between two trees. He waited while Kitty striped out of her clothes, then carried her things to the ditch and dumped everything in. After removing his clothes, he added them to the pile and spread sticks and leaves over the hole.
The task done, Jack turned around. A dark form stalked through the underbrush.
The fragrance of her transformation hit his senses, and he groaned. All human thoughts fled. He relished the pleasure of cool dirt under his paws, the ability to see deep into the night, and the wild animal joy of tracking his mate.
A low purr whispered through the night.
Jack?
He stood on four legs and swiveled his head to look directly into her eyes. Her sleek form, a few steps down the trail, displayed her raised tail over her back.
Right here, Kitty. You lead the way.
He leaped over a dead log and pounced onto the trail. Her pace increased, and she raced ahead of him for a short distance. The gentle sway of her hips and her easy gait captured his attention. In the air, her alluring scent fed his hunger with every swish of her tail.
Lust pounded through his feline body, and the cool night air caressed his expanding erection. Thoughts of how heavenly it would feel to bury his cock deep in her lush pussy drew a low moan from his throat.
How long could he follow her without giving in to his more animalistic hunger? And would she even let him touch her after finding out how he’d lied?
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Kitty trudged through the woods. The pads of her paws hurt, cut up by the rough terrain they’d travel. She kept thinking about the information she gained from her connection with Jack.
He enjoyed sex with her, was thrilled with her response, but he also planned to use her for his own profit.
I’m no more than a piece of property—deliver me to the buyer and you get your reward.
But why would someone pay for her?
Disheartened and confused, she plodded through the rough underbrush. Needles from thorn bushes tugged at her coat, and she forced her leaden legs forward. Should she return to the governor’s castle?
The idea depressed her more than Jack’s deceit. At least with Jack, she’d gain her freedom.
Jack, I’m so tired. Can’t we rest yet?
No, Kitty. Remember what the witch said about us crossing a small stream first and then finding a cave nearby.
Are you sure we didn’t go the wrong way?
He wove his way around an outcrop of rocks and disappeared from her sight. Kitty?
She followed him at a much slower pace and heard the soft tinkling of water flowing over rocks. Oh, good.
Jack’s dark form stood at the shoreline with his head down drinking. Since the moment he transformed, she’d been aware of his heightened arousal. Now, she also understood why he hadn’t made love to her every opportunity he had. He hadn’t wanted he
r to learn of his plan to use her to gain a place back in Ardenia’s society.
The scoundrel had kept her moving for the last hour by brushing up against her or nipping at her neck. He wanted to mate, but she had no intention of making love to him again, not in this form or any other.
She stopped a few paces behind him. Do you see the cave?
He lifted his head and nodded, and then his sleek body jumped the creek and glided to the opening. Right here where she said it’d be.
Good. Kitty drank a little water and then followed him inside the cave.
We should probably transform into our human form so our bodies can recover more quickly from our trek through the woods. He sank onto the cold stone floor.
One moment, a panther lay before her. Then in a flash, legs and arms stretched through the air, and he morphed into a fine figure of a man.
His scent quivered through her like a lightning bolt, energizing her muscles and awaking her need for sex. She ambled to the other side of the den and closed her eyes to focus on the joys of being a human. A pop, then bones stretched, tendons tightened, muscles ached. She eased into her human form and released her breath on a long sigh.
The sharp thrust of a thick cock into her pussy shocked her senses. She opened her eyes to see Jack posed above her. “No, Jack, I—”
A deep groan rumbled through his chest, and he settled onto her with most of his weight resting on his elbows. “I can’t wait any longer to have you.”
“But...” She tried to argue, but her traitorous body ached for the release only he could give.
Her mind merged with his, and she telegraphed her thoughts instead. Am I nothing more than a bitch to you?
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