by Pearl Tate
The entire cafeteria broke out in laughter as he was carried out by Bren and Devlin to be put to bed. I had a super time catching up on all the gossip and latest news from the girls. We moved to another table to visit, because Beth and Shelly came in with their mates right after Selas was carried out. It was like old times, sitting around a table and visiting.
Both Beth and Shelly look fabulous, and I’d never have guessed they’d been sick. They had an incredible story about their adventures on Quasar but describe the planet as dreary and scary. I can’t help wonder if I’ll ever get a chance to see it.
Now that I’ve met Selas, I can’t help hoping maybe we will. I want to learn all about him, and so far, we haven’t had much time to get to know each other. Are his parents alive and living on Quasar? Does he have any sisters and brothers?
I intentionally made sure that I didn’t get into asking anyone else about him. Hannah probably knows the most personal stuff about him since she spent a lot of time on the Discovery with him before he came down to the planet to clean up the mess the previous warden created. But there’ll be time.
Making the bed in the spare room I crashed in last night, I can’t help tiptoeing over to check on Selas where he’s still crashed on his back in the same position he was placed in last night. I hope they didn’t give him too much. I’ve no clue what time it is, but I’ve already eaten the strange fruits and yogurt type mixture that Rachel dropped off this morning.
Jenny arrived at the same time with their equivalent of a cooler filled with food for our trip. I think they’re sucking up since they don’t want Selas to be permanently put out with them, so they’ve gathered everything together to make it easy for us to leave at our convenience. There’s enough breakfast left for him to eat here, and I believe it was Amari who put a load of other miscellaneous items in the hall by our door. He’d know best what they usually take for a comfortable stay.
A slight snort draws my attention back to Selas on the bed. Dreaming? Maybe.
The guys removed his shoes last night, but he’s still in the same uniform he put on after our shower with no covers over him. Moving quietly to the foot of the bed, I can’t resist checking him out. His feet are huge!
It looks like he has some serious morning wood happening, and I’m fascinated with his hair. Creeping closer to his head, I slowly lower myself to the bed, leaning over to watch his hair that has begun to pick up from the pillow. It’s almost as if it’s vibrating? Reaching out slowly, I tentatively finger a strand that’s floated across the bed, moving right by my hip.
It’s thick, and rather than the smooth texture like my hair, it feels rough. It’s hard to explain, but as soon as I run my finger down it, hundreds more move toward me! They’re all over the air between us and a surprised giggle squeaks out of me as I hop up.
Before I can move any further, Selas’s hand is around my wrist. “Karen.” His quiet, sleepy voice calms me instantly as I look up to see his eyes cracked and staring at me. “I was dreaming about you.” A naughty smile lights his face and my eyes drop to his erection straining against his jumpsuit. There’s no hiding that.
Releasing my wrist, he lifts himself up to his elbows, looking around the room carefully. I wait, wanting to see what he remembers and not poke the bear unnecessarily. “I don’t… those little bastards.”
Sitting up all the way, he rests his head in his hands, with his elbows on his knees. Rubbing his head absently, his hair continues to flare around him and reach for me. “I guess I did deserve that…”
Smiling, I pull my arm up to move the strands between us above my view. “Do you feel alright? That was my biggest concern. If not, we can stay here—”
“No. No, I’m fine. Just waking up.” Looking up at me, his hair immediately pulls away, and I watch with fascination as it intertwines in multiple braid fashion around his head and down his back. If only my fine curls were so easy. I hope our children get his hair…
Shaking myself, startled, I admonish myself. I’m getting a little ahead of myself, but it’s to be expected. Everyone is super excited about Hannah and Shelly’s pregnancies and can’t wait. I’ve never been a baby person myself, but even I have to admit I’m super curious to see what traits from each species will carry through to their kids.
“Well, the good news is, there’s food for breakfast, and if you want, I’ll bring it in here. And in the hall outside our door, there’s a pile of stuff that they figure we’ll want to take on our little adventure. They just really thought we could both use a good night’s sleep before we take off, and I have to admit, I want to see the scenery. Are you mad?”
Sliding towards me until he’s sitting on the edge right in front of me, he reaches for me, burying his head in my neck and taking a deep breath. My arms are pinned down, but I wiggle them under his to rub them along his back. His voice is muffled against me. “No. Not mad. I get it. They’re right, too. Just… don’t tell them I said that.”
Laughing lightly, I pull back to bring my lips to his. I’m curious if the crazy attraction to each other was just a figment of my imagination yesterday. But as soon as our lips meet, I can sense my body lighting up with excitement. My nipples harden as wave after wave of what I can only call crazy attraction shoots through me. If this keeps up, I’m going to have a wet spot on this jumpsuit before we even leave.
My clit feels like a living entity, pushing me to rub against him like a cat in heat. Our tongues tangle slowly, and there’s no room to notice morning breath or anything besides how right and excited I feel. Trying to slow down, I tug away. He doesn’t let me go far though. Instead, running his hands up and into my hair, he pulls me back to him to bury his head in my neck.
“I missed you.” His words don’t make any sense. He can’t possibly know I wasn’t here with him the entire time he was passed out last night, and I’m not about to tell him right now.
“What do you mean?” My innocent act pays off as he sighs heavily before releasing me.
“Your scent. You didn’t sleep with me, and I can tell. I’m pretty sure that’s what woke me up.”
“Smelling me woke you up?” My voice is incredulous as I think about how I showered again this morning and put on a fresh jumpsuit. Jenny brought half a dozen over and said to let her know if I decide to wear anything different, because there are options. Maybe down the road, but right now, I’m fine with keeping it basic.
“Yeah, I guess so. I’m pretty sure I’m already addicted to you.” Standing, he moves a step away to unfasten his suit, and I’m frozen to the spot as I take in his mating marks that are flooded with color and even darker than they were yesterday.
Spinning on my heel, I shoot out of the room calling, “I’ll get your breakfast!” I can’t stay and watch him. Not only is the chemistry between us off the charts, he’s so fucking hot and probably wouldn’t stop me if I started licking him all over. We’ll never get out of here!
“I’ll be quick.” Looking up at his words, I catch sight of his tight ass flexing as he steps into the bathroom, and the door slides soundlessly shut behind him. Damn!
A part of me wishes we weren’t going anywhere. What a change from yesterday at this time when I was wondering if I’d actually be attracted to this mate that everyone says is my perfect match. So, are we a perfect match because we’re attracted to each other? Or attracted to each other because we’re mates?
I guess only time will tell as we learn more about the differences between our species and how and why we’re attracted to each other. My mind spins as I fix him a hot drink that Jenny showed me how to make. Their equivalent of caffeine in the morning that, I have to admit, works very well. She said not to drink too much, but it’s yummy so I’ve had two cups already.
Taking a small sip, I move into the living space where I’ve pushed most of the furniture further back to create space to exercise with my jo this morning. Last night, Travek was kind enough to bring it to me before I left the girls at the cafeteria. Once Selas was gone, a few of
the men had approached not me—but the other Quasar males asking about my rescue.
It sounds like they’re afraid to approach me directly, but they’re all very interested in learning more about what I know and exactly how I took down the men who were holding Selas, Kene, and Tier. Tier’s still clinging to life, and surprisingly, may recover. Thank fucking god.
Spinning into a familiar pattern, I wait for Selas to come out of the bathroom to eat. I focus, letting any other thoughts fade away while I sink completely into the here and now. I’ve found from my long trip that nothing makes the time slip by as quickly, and I’m ready to start the next chapter of my life with Selas… my mate.
CHAPTER SEVENTEEN
- Selas
I know it isn’t long, but it feels like forever to my cock by the time we enter the narrow canyon that Amari lived in for around five annual rotations. I’ve been here once before to recover some weapons that Amari took from Travek’s spacecraft, the Gazer, when it landed here with Rachel.
Travek left the Discovery shortly after Bren and Hannah were mated, to brave entering the Ashen’s zone in hopes of finding his own mate. Unfortunately, he ran into some technical difficulty when he ended up abducting eight females instead of just his own, but I’ve him to thank for Karen being here now.
After seeing the Gazer arriving with Rachel in his daily reflections, Amari monitored what he narrowed down as the landing site for around seven rotations before the spacecraft came in exactly where he was seeing it. He’s one of our greatest strengths for intel and has become a close friend.
Karen hasn’t said much since we left the dome except the occasional question about me. Personal questions that have me worrying that she’s having second thoughts. There’s nothing outstanding about my family unit or background, and I can’t help but worry as I share my lineage and background with her.
My older brother and I never had a family commitment. We were raised in a working class family by my father, with little to no prospects. That’s why he entered the Order of the Sanctuary where I visited him when I was eight annual rotations. I wasn’t extremely impressed with the Order at the time, but looking back now, I can’t help but assume everything worked out the way it did for a reason.
I was determined to leave the planet and discover new worlds—not something easily attained. While I attended the local educational center, I had to constantly take additional testing before they’d allow me to progress, competing against the brightest males who often had the money to hire tutors.
The best thing that ever happened to me was when Bren promoted me. It was just over an annual rotation ago. There were five candidates trained for the position, and I was one of two picked to share shifts. Since then, apparently, Bren and I have become friends.
Karen listens and nods as I share my background with her, but my aching cock has made this trip one of the longest and most uncomfortable in my life. Right now, it’s throbbing in my suit in tempo with my heart as our shuttle slows to a crawl, traveling through the tight, hidden canyon that’s the only entry point to the valley Amari hid out in. Her scent has totally filled the small shuttle as we’re traveling.
Don’t get me wrong—I love it. Being with her, smelling her sweet excitement, and sharing this trip with her. This has now become the best thing that’s ever happened to me.
Exiting the almost hidden pass, the valley opens up in front of us, and Karen gives out an audible gasp that makes my cock twitch. It’s beautiful, but I’m more interested in her expression.
Her small hands grip the console in front of us as she leans forward to get a better look at the nertel. They’re strange creatures, but appear to be the most prolific breeders out of any of the animals on the planet. They’d have to be with the plants that are scattered throughout the valley. The most dangerous through here is the brankton. The tiny fibers on the vine will burn like an acid when it comes in contact with your skin.
Moments later, I’m stopped at the top of a waterfall, and Karen immediately questions, “We’re here?”
“Yes, this is it. We’ll need to climb down, but let me get you inside, and I’ll make trips.”
The only thing she carefully takes with her is the staff she calls a jo. It’s wedged at an angle behind her seat. It appears that it’ll be her constant companion, and that’s fine with me. She’s already proved that she’s capable of defending herself, and any advantage that makes her more capable in this environment is welcome. It’s somewhat unconventional. Even our males no longer train or engage in physical violence. There are too many ways to kill an enemy from a distance. Lasers and projectile weapons are readily available and in production throughout the universe.
“Wow!” Karen’s peering over the edge where the water crashes into the water below. “Can we jump into it?”
“We may be able to, but I don’t know exactly which area is the safest. Amari and I didn’t do any recreational swimming when we came out together.”
She makes a fist and lightly bumps my upper arm with it. “Funny. But seriously, this is beautiful.”
“It is.” Pointing to the right, I gesture to the flat area halfway down the falls. “This is also the tricky part. Amari didn’t leave a rope or any kind of easy access. There are hand holds, but I’d like to carry you.”
Pursing her lips, she studies the rock face and distance down before looking up at me. “Okay, but only the first time. And just so I can say I trust you!” She winks as she looks back up at me.
I’m anxious to get her alone, and as I hold out my arms, she hops up as I lift her. It’s the most natural thing in the world when she slides her legs around me tightly and fits the warm heat of her pussy against my throbbing cock.
Wiggling side to side, she straightens her arms to look at me with a concerned expression. “There seems to be something right here that’s making it hard for me to wrap around you tightly.
Grabbing her ass with both hands, I pull her more firmly against me, tilting my pelvis forward to rub her in a slow slide up my length. The shock waves of pleasure that shoot through me make us both moan in unison. “We’d better get down there quick!”
Her whispered exclamation has me crouching down and turning to step into the first groove over the ledge. Making quick work, we’re down in seconds, but I don’t release her. Instead, as the light dims the further we walk inside, the closer I pull her, enjoying her scent. Even though it drives me crazy to have other males looking at her, I definitely enjoy how the tight material of our jumpsuits clings to and supports her curves.
“I have to open the door to Amari’s living space. I’m going to set you down, and I’d like you to stay right by me here and don’t move.”
“Okay.” Her lips meet mine briefly before her legs loosen, and she almost wiggles out of my grasp, dropping onto her feet lightly next to me. It always amazes me how agile she is. I’m sure she could climb me easily with her strength.
Lifting the large slab covering the opening to the dwelling, I move it over to allow us to enter. Amari left a set of matches just inside the door and his fire pit prepped for the illumination. Dropping the lit match onto the dry tinder, the fire flares to life, lighting up the space.
“Wow.” Karen’s whispered exclamation sounds impressed. She’s already moving towards the bed, bending over to lightly press her hands to the stuffed mattress of his sleeping platform. “What’s in here?”
Shrugging, I swivel to adjust myself and make sure no small animals have managed to slip behind the slab of rock he uses for a door. “I’m guessing nertel hair, but honestly, I never thought to ask him that.” She’s already moving toward me along the perimeter of the room, running her fingers along the stone walls. “Let me get a load while you relax.”
She gives me a funny look with a small smile before squatting down at the edge of the fire. After the first trip I make up and down, Karen’s beginning to make the bed with the linens Amari supplied. By the time I set the final load on the floor, she’s removed her sho
es and moved onto the bed, lounging on her side.
“Need a little nap?” Karen pats the space beside her, and I’m across the room in two long strides. Kicking off my shoes, I watch her in fascination as she begins to unfasten her suit. The long release parts slowly, and my breath leaves my lungs in a whoosh as her full, large breasts are exposed. Pulling her arms out of the sleeves one at a time, her chest bounces enticingly as she giggles. “Haven’t you ever seen breasts before?”
CHAPTER EIGHTEEN
- Selas
“Not like yours,” I answer softly, once I’ve swallowed and regained my composure. Laughing, she drops onto her back and wiggles her legs out of the pant legs before tossing them to the side. I’ve followed her across the sleeping platform, and before she can sit up, I grasp her knees, tugging them apart. I want to see all of her spread out in front of me.
Karen freezes as I grab her, but doesn’t deny me. Her feet settle on the bed, legs spreading wide. Her cunt opens to me, the rosy folds glistening with wetness I can see even in the low light. Her scent intensifies going straight to my cock. I didn’t think it could get any harder.
“What about you?” My brain’s slow, and after a long pause, she lifts her upper body to flick the release on my own suit. Of course!
My eyes stay glued to her spread legs, so close and inviting as her hands part my suit, running down my chest as her fingers follow the release down past my straining cock. Her palms brush lightly over the rigid skin and every hair on my body vibrates wildly with an excitement I can’t control.
“Incredible.” Karen’s eyes are glued to my cock, and I hope that means she’s happy with what she sees. Moving quickly, I release my arms from the suit and push it past my legs. One of her hands is stroking my rigid member as her fingers flow through the fibers of the hair surrounding it. “Do you control this hair like the hair on your head?”
