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M organ finished unpacking her clothes. The room she chose was beautiful with its white and gold color scheme. Grulen suggested she have her own space, just in case. I wonder if today’s revelations shook him.

They ultimately decided the Wing Raiders would stay at the palace for a few days so the Kara, Rain, and Abby could spend time with the newest women in this quadrant. Abby promised she’d tell Morgan all the gossip. As much as I’d like to make new friends, I think Grulen needs me here.

Rivezt planned to bring Grulen’s father, Nurin, to the cabin after they got the Wing Raiders settled. I’m sure Grulen is nervous. Maybe that’s why he wants separate bedrooms.

Grabbing some clean clothes from the drawers she just filled, she brought them into the sanitary facilities while she showered. Hot water rained down on her and she moaned. Steam rose as the water pelted her body relaxing her tense muscles. I missed taking real showers.

After soaping up with something that smelled like Earth’s sandalwood, she ran her hands over her flesh.

Tilting her head back and closing her eyes, she cupped her breasts and circled her nipples.

She pictured Grulen’s hands teasing her, coaxing pleasure from her.

Her palms skimmed her waist and delved lower.

Using her forefinger and thumb, she pulled her lower lips apart and let the water roll over her swollen clit.

Not enough pressure to bring her to orgasm, but more than enough to make her squirm.

Finally, she stepped back and brought her hand back to her breast to pinch her nipple and gasp.

Turning off the water, she clenched her thighs tightly.

Her ass cheeks flexed as she walked, her clit tingling and keeping her arousal at the forefront of her mind.

Not going to let myself get off. I want to save it for later. Hopefully, there will be a later.

She dried off, dressed, and combed her hair. A pink flush decorated her face. Her eyes looked too bright. Her ardor cooled as she finished getting ready.

Maybe I should make some snacks for Grulen and his dad. At least it will give me something to do.

Shit. I guess Grulen will age well. His father is gorgeous.

The older reddish-bronze Svesti greeted them both with a smile and relief in his pale green eyes. His dark hair showed streaks of silver. Grulen’s brown eyes must come from his mother.

“Son. I’m relieved to see you hale and hearty.” Nurin extended his arm for a warrior’s clasp. Rivezt stood quietly behind him.

Grulen frowned.

“I’m sorry I don’t remember you.” He held onto his father’s forearm.

“Yet, my son. You don’t remember me yet.

The healers are confident you will in time.

” Nurin pulled his son close and hugged him tightly for a long moment.

Tears filled his eyes when he stepped back.

“Even if you never do, you are alive and well. That is what is important to me.” He turned to Morgan. “And who is this?”

“Morgan Calloway, a friend of Grulen’s.” She held out her hand.

Instead of a handshake, Nurin kissed the top of her hand lightly. Oh, my, he’s a charmer like his son.

“Lady Morgan, it is wonderful to meet you.”

“Won’t you come in and sit? I made some snacks if you’re hungry.”

“I would love to if Grulen finds that acceptable.”

“Of course.” Grulen’s tail touched her back.

They moved into the living area. Grulen led her to a couch and sat close to her. His father rested across from them while the healer took a seat just outside their triangle. He must not want to interrupt their reunion.

“I’m not sure what to say.” Grulen’s tail wound around her ankle and his elbows rested on his knees with his fingers laced together.

“I am happy to answer any questions you may have or share memories if you want. Whatever is most comfortable for you.” Nurin leaned forward. “I don’t want to overwhelm you.”

“Truthfully, information isn’t an issue for me. Frustration at not being able to recall is.”

“Maybe you can share events since you woke up instead. I have always enjoyed knowing what is happening in your life.”

Grulen relaxed and relayed much of what he did after waking on the Morning Star .

Morgan hadn’t known some of it. She listened eagerly to his stories and his father asking questions.

Her heart lifted as she watched them become more comfortable and noticed the similarities in some of their speech patterns and body language.

The males had a good relationship before the accident, I’m sure of it. They’ll be close again.

When Nurin began telling tales of Grulen’s early childhood, the love for his entire family shone brightly.

He spoke of his wife and daughters and their interactions with Grulen, his only son.

Laughter rang out at some of the more outrageous shenanigans his children engaged in.

Even Rivezt chuckled from his offset chair.

Nurin’s expression turned somber.

“In some ways, I envy you at this moment, Grulen. You don’t remember our grief when we lost all of them to the virus.

So much promise and love gone within days of each other.

” Surreptitiously, he wiped a tear from his eye.

“If it weren’t for you, I’m not sure I would have survived their deaths long. ”

Grulen reached out and squeezed his father’s hand.

“I want the memories, even the pain. From what you’ve said, they deserve the honor of remembrance.”

“You have always had a solid heart. No sire could be prouder of his son than I.”

Oh, shit. I think I’m going to cry.

Needing a moment to collect herself, she rose to get the prepared snacks. Thankfully, both males had moved on to general conversation by the time she returned.

Several times during his father’s visit, Grulen’s tail moved to caress her absently.

When he rose to leave, Nurin said, “When you are ready, I would like to take you to Nestune and show you where you grew up.”

Rivezt spoke for the first time.

“I think it’s best if you wait several days before you schedule a trip, Jevax. Let today’s information settle and see if it prompts any memories. Pushing too hard or too fast could impede your progress.”

Grulen nodded and tentatively hugged his father.

“Thank you for being patient with me. When the healers approve it, we will gladly accompany you to Nestune.”

“I look forward to it.” Nurin clapped his son affectionately on the back.

Morgan said her goodbyes to Nurin and added a quiet “thank you” to Rivezt. Grulen’s arm settled over her shoulders and tugged her closer to his side as they watched the males take off in a small flitter.

“I liked your father.”

“Me, too.”

“Did anything feel familiar?”

“His scent, mostly.”

“Don’t force it. It’s only the first day.”

He turned her to face him. Shivers traveled her spine as his finger traced her ear.

Gazing into her eyes, he said, “I told Rivezt I did not want any additional company for evening meal. However, if you wish, we can change that and invite anyone you like.”

“No, I think a quiet night in for us is best. I can easily make something. Someone stocked the kitchen well.”

Bending forward, he nuzzled her neck. Damn, I didn’t realize how sensitive I am there.

“I hope we can revisit my giving you pleasure soon. Now that I know the truth, I wish to pursue you romantically.” His voice deepened and he licked her earlobe. She shuddered.

“I’m game if you are.” She shrieked when he suddenly lifted her and carried her with long strides to his bedroom. Once inside, he let her body slide down the front of his slowly. Her eyelids fluttered at the contrast of his hard body against her softer one.

Large hands framed her face, and his fingers tunneled into her hair. Did his brown eyes change to copper?

“May I kiss you, ciebala ?”

“Please.” She wrapped her arms around his neck and tugged.

Almost violently, their lips clashed and their tongues dueled.

Long-denied passion erupted unchecked. She found the fastener on his shirt and flicked it impatiently.

Her fingers clenched on his warm pecs. The scent of warm caramel and cinnamon made her dizzy.

His hands drifted underneath her T-shirt and contacted her skin.

Heat flared between her legs and her hips gyrated restlessly as he slowly caressed upwards taking her shirt with him.

He broke off their kiss long enough to pull the fabric over her head and toss it aside.

He stilled and licked his lips. A single finger dragged gently over the upper lace of her bra.

Goosebumps followed his progress, and her breasts swelled.

Her nipples hardened with his attention.

“You are even more beautiful than I imagined.” His husky voice tapered off as he bent his head to trace his finger’s path with his lips and tongue leaving her skin damp. His hands squeezed her ass while his tail swept along her back to tuck itself between her cheeks to tease between her thighs.

Her head fell back, and her digits dug into his muscular shoulders. Delightful shivers shook her body, and she moaned his name. The sensation of his lips smiling against her flesh shot electricity to her clit. Her knees became boneless when the tip of his tongue licked a nipple through the lace.

“Oh!” Her nails bit into his skin when he blew on her wet nipple. Noises she didn’t recognize escaped her throat when his lips latched onto her bud and sucked. His fangs dug into her without breaking her soft flesh. Sweet baby Jesus. So intense.

He lifted her and her legs wrapped around his waist. Carrying her to the bed, he sat her on the edge and moved his hands to fumble with her bra closure. He slid the straps down her arms and grumbled when he released her nipple with a loud pop to finish baring her upper torso.

“Does this give you pleasure, Morgan?” He kneaded her breast and brought it back to her mouth.

“Yes. More. Please.”

“As you command, ciebala .” Alternating between both breasts, he lavished attention on them until her nipples became swollen and red. He leaned back slightly and grinned at his handiwork.

“Even more beautiful now.”

She gravitated toward him and kissed his pec. Licking her way to one of his nipples, she surrounded it with her lips and sucked. When she gently bit it, he hissed.

“Again,” he growled.

Now it was her turn to smile at his reaction. She played with his hard little buds occasionally nipping. His stomach muscles contracted under her hands each time she surprised him with another nibble.

“Enough. You haven’t had enough pleasure yet.

” Gentle hands pushed her to lie supine on the bed before pulling down her yoga pants and panties lifting her ass and legs to undress her.

She toed off her shoes so he could slide everything off easily.

He knelt at her feet, warm hands caressing her ankles after removing her sock before exploring higher.

Raising up on her elbows, she watched as he intently investigated every inch he had exposed.

His wide shoulders pushed her legs apart. He inhaled and briefly closed his eyes.

“You smell delicious. I can’t wait to have my fill.” His fingers reverently spread her lower lips open. “So beautiful everywhere,” he mumbled. His tail maneuvered upwards to rub against her nipple.

Her hair tickled her shoulders when her head tipped back at the first tender touch of his tongue where she was the wettest. He growled low making her hips shift at the sensation.

His tail left her breast to rest over her waist to hold her still.

When he mouthed her opening and delved deeper with his tongue, her elbows flopped, and she lied flat on the mattress.

Voraciously he explored every nook and cranny, experimenting with movements and pressures.

A heartfelt moan left her lips when he found her clit and he focused his attention there sending small shocks of delight throughout her body.

At some point, his stiffened tongue darted left and right just under her clit and her toes curled with extreme rapture.

A small squeal preceded her breathy, “There. Right there. Oh, please don’t stop.”

Tears slid down her face when he added a rumble and continued teasing the underside of her bud.

Her hands buried themselves in his hair and her fingers dug into his scalp.

Trying to squirm, she didn’t know if she wanted to get away from the unrelenting pleasure or press harder against him.

His tail and hands held her firmly. Her body shook as the pressure inside her built to a crescendo, then shattered.

She screamed his name and every part of her trembled. His tongue softened and slowed.

“Oh my god. I’ve never felt that good before.”

His eyes raised to hers and he licked his smiling lips and fangs. Wow, his brown eyes really do turn copper when he’s aroused. That’s so sexy.

“I want to do that all day, every day.”

An exhausted laugh passed her lips.

“I’m not sure I could keep up with all day. That was extremely wonderful.”

“We’ll have to build your stamina, ciebala .”

Her fatigue passed quickly when he stood and divested himself of his boots and pants. His cock sprang free hard enough to slap his stomach. When he fisted his shaft, the lower position revealed his three head nodes. I bet those bumps will feel incredible inside me.

Attempting to sit up so she could return his oral attentions, she glanced at him in surprise when he shook his head and pressed her back.

“Not this time. I want you too badly to wait.” He bent his knees slightly to rub the head of his shaft in the evidence of her orgasm. Leaning forward, he covered her body and tugged her legs around his waist while he placed the head of cock at her entrance.

Unexpectedly, her body tensed, and she pushed upwards on his chest. He frowned and immediately moved his body to lie by her side.

“ Ciebala? ”

She silently screamed in her mind and gasped for air. Unbidden, tears flowed down her face and she turned away from him. Her hands grabbed her elbows, and she curled into a fetal position. Oh, shit. Oh, shit. No. No. No. I want him, not a panic attack.

Did they break me?