Page 19 of Krin (The Protectorate Warriors Alien Fated Mates #3)

Riley

REPORTING TO MY POST on the bridge always brought a combination of excitement and anticipation.

Though I hated being away from Krin. I missed having his muscular arms around me while I slept.

His absence made the air feel noticeably cooler in our quarters. At least with our familiar scents all around me, I felt a wave of comfort and safety.

Since Krin claimed me, we’d been sharing his bed every night.

Unfortunately, the last couple of rotations, we’d been working opposite shifts on the bridge.

Of course, Rothr did it to see if I really wanted the posting.

He’d grumbled something about making sure I was there for the right reasons .

His comment made me do an internal eye roll.

What did he think I was? A lovesick teenager?

I was all about getting naked with Krin as much as I could. But I still wanted to be a crew member, doing my part to keep the ship running smoothly.

I strolled to the cleansing unit to freshen up and get ready for my shift. Krin would return soon, leaving us with only a brief moment before I had to report to my post.

After I donned an oversized version of a uniform Krin replicated for me, I made a mug of hot Tulian tea and sank into a chair.

As I sipped my tea, my heart skipped a beat when the door slid open. A rush of emotions flooded me when Krin entered the room.

His presence always left me in awe of how I had ended up with such an irresistible male warrior.

There was no denying his ruggedness, especially with his short dark hair and chiseled jawline. His muscles, including his chest, and well-defined biceps, were impossible to miss.

Krin took a few long strides to reach me as I stood to greet him. He placed his hand at the back of my head, and one on my back leaning to slant his lips across mine in a long, delicious kiss.

A needy ache pulsed within my core, relentless and unyielding.

We’d barely had time to have sex over the last few days, and I was sure I was suffering withdrawal.

My thoughts quickly went to whether or not I had time to strip off his pants and get a taste of him.

He grinned, picking up on my thoughts no doubt.

Never in my life had I felt this way about anyone.

“I missed you,” I murmured as I kissed him all over his face.

Krin pulled me tighter against him, kissing the top of my head. “My beautiful K’sha. Every moment I am away feels like a lifetime.”

We kissed again, more passionately this time. The idea of going to work soon made me doubt the wisdom of being near him. My breathing changed as each breath filled with more lust and longing. I was growing more and more aroused.

“Can I stay here with you? I miss being naked with you,” I begged. It was tough to leave his side, even though I liked my job and wanted to keep it. It had only been four rotations, yet felt like an eternity since I’d felt him inside me.

Krin held my head, licking his lips. “I want you, too... desperately. But you made me promise not to speak to Rothr about putting you on the same shift with me.”

My mouth curled up on one side. “Yeah, I’m not sure that was the best thing to do. I’m really regretting it.”

Krin chuckled, stroking my cheek with his knuckles. “If you are sure, I will order him to allow you to be on the bridge at the same time as me.”

I pressed my lips in thought. Did I care what Rothr thought of me?

Not really. I did my job when I was there.

That’s all that matters, right?

I nodded vigorously at Krin. “Yes. Please. I’m going to combust if I don’t have you inside me soon.”

Another laugh from Krin. This time, a deeper one. Before he spoke, he cleared his throat with a cough. “In that case, I will speak to him right away.” He made to turn around and leave.

I grabbed his arm. “No. Do that later. Right now, I want my sexy warrior all to myself.”

“Anything you wish, my K’sha.” Krin swept me into his arms and sat down on the bed, placing me sideways on his lap.

“I didn’t even ask. How was your shift? Did I miss anything exciting?” I asked as he nuzzled my neck and pressed kisses to my jawline.

Lifting his head to peer at me he spoke. “I had an interesting chat with a Krilex Captain. We are now headed to a new sector where we believe may be a base for the Voletti.

“Voletti?”

“The shapeshifting aliens,” he clarified.

“How long will it take to get there?” I asked.

“Eighteen rotations at FTL speed.” His eyes were laser focused on my face, more specifically, my lips.

I licked them for his benefit, and his pupils flared causing a rush of excitement through my veins. The way he stared at me sent shivers down my spine, like he was ready to devour me. In the best way possible.

A thought struck me. I had meant to mention something earlier, but got distracted by my sexy mate. Then my new job.

Looking down at what I was wearing, I was reminded how silly I looked in ill-fitting replicated clothing.

“Can we stop somewhere along the way? I would really like to get some clothes that fit me.” I motioned to my new uniform which wasn’t exactly form-fitting.

He grinned, leaning down to nibble my neck. “I have no complaints about how you look.”

I tilted my head to the side to give better access, and grinned. “Thanks. I prefer proper pants... trousers, that fit. The replicator doesn’t make my size.”

There were other items I missed having as well. Things a replicator could not make for me. Hard to find items that weren’t really available on Alara either.

His eyes swept over me seductively before he met my gaze and offered, “We can replicate whatever you need.”

I pressed my lips together. “Not everything... The replicator doesn’t know how to make...” I didn’t really want to discuss my period with him.

“Just tell me what you need and I will have Aza program it into our room’s replicator for you.”

“There are personal items I require.” I scratched my head. “For my monthlies.” There, I’d said it.

Thankfully, I had no need for them for a couple more weeks, but I wanted to be prepared.

Krin’s brows furrowed. “Then we will make a stop at the nearest space station. Tazira station is on the way. It is a civilian commerce station. There are many humans living aboard it. I will take you to human-run shops. You should be able to find these female monthly items’ you require.”

His cheeks flushed a darker shade, and I got the sense he wasn’t sure what I was referring to, but didn’t want to admit it.

“Thanks.”

My body buzzed with anticipation as I touched Krin’s cheek, aching for him, and then turned to face him, wrapping my legs around his hips. As I rocked against him, I could feel his bulge pressing into me, making my panties wet.

Krin’s response was to reach for my breasts and pinch my erect nipples. I let out a moan as I arched towards him. His kiss stole my breath as he pressed his lips against mine.

I pulled back slightly a moment later. “Can I skip my shift and get naked with you?”

He growled a deep needy sound. “Do you have to ask?”