Chapter 15

"Holy hell, would you look at this? DamnZoD, I think whoever designed this used all the crayons in the box. In all my years, I never could have dreamed up such a place. It's so colorful it almost looks fake. Is that a hot spring?"

"It is, I thought it would be nice to relax for a while. I brought some sustenance as well. Did you have a place like this back on Earth?"

"Maybe in a coloring book, but nothing this vibrant in real life that I've ever seen. Now mind you, that's not saying much. Hell, I was barely making the bills, let alone traveling the world."

"This word, bills. You had to pay for basic services?"

"Well, yeah. Don't your people have to pay for their food and those lava rock things that light everything up?"

"No, it's my duty to provide for them. I am their Commander, their needs are my responsibility."

"Wow, that's not normal, and no wonder you are stressed to the max. How do you pay for everything that's needed by so many?"

"We harvest several varieties of things that are highly sought after throughout the galaxy. Anything not used by my own people is sold at various markets. The harvest provides a stable income for all of us. No one is denied substance, garments, or a dwelling because they have all basic needs met. Most are happy to help out with the things that are needed to continue on our way of life."

"Once again, wow. Unfortunately, I don't believe that tactic would have worked on Earth. There are too many willing to step on others in order to get what they have, even if it's temporary. But it's great that you have found a way to make it all work here. I felt like I spent every waking minute of my adulthood simply trying to better myself. How ironic that my life has changed so drastically in just a few days. I went from worrying about the electric bill to … well, here we are. So, are we allowed to get in this water or are their penis-eating minnows in it?" I can't keep from laughing when his eyes get big as my words finally sink in. ZoD glances over at the steaming water, then back to me.

"You are making fun of me again, little female? There is no such thing as penis-eating minnows."

"Not true, I saw it in a movie once. It said if you peed in the water these minnows would swim up your pee and into … well, you know your thingy, and eat it off."

"This sounds most painful, and I am glad that is a pest I have not encountered as of yet. This movie you speak of. I don't understand most of what that entails."

"That description may be above my pay grade. There are too many variations of what that means. Movies are used for entertainment or information that everyone has access to. People would film things and then show them to you on your TV ... OK quit giving me that deer in the headlights look. I didn't make movies, I only watched the crap. You might as well ask me what a damn guardrail is on the side of the road because let me tell ya, this would be a never-ending conversation. The who's, what's and why's."

"Your world sounds very confusing."

"Yeah, tell me about it. I still would have liked the choice of whether I wanted to leave it or not, but that's spilled milk now." The heat is becoming uncomfortable, so I start struggling with this oversized cape he has draped over my whole body. The moment I get my head out, I drop it to the ground, and take a deep breath. For a second, I simply allow myself to just be. No worries or concerns about the things I can't change. Taking a minute to look around, I stare up at the layers in this hole in the mountain.

Fromwhat I can see, the top is almost completely frozen over. In each layer, there is another detail, like the trees become more vibrant in color the closer they get to the ground. Vines line the passageway with flowers draping from one side to the other. There is moss hanging off the rocks, a small but steady drip of water flowing from their ends. It's a magical wonderland hidden in the middle of a brutal exterior.

"Can we just stay here forever?"

"Many a rising, Amori,I wondered the same. However, life always has a way of calling me back. The water is safe and soothing if you would like to get in, just don't get any in your mouth, it tastes awful. Can you swim? It gets rather deep towards the back wall where those crystals are."

"I can swim. The question is, am I any good at it, and no, I suck. My ass sinks straight down, no floating for this girl. I love the water, but only if I can touch the bottom."

Iwatch as he pulls his cape over his head, admiring his immense form as he flexes to free himself. The moment it's off, he stands before me in a loose pair of pants that leave nothing to the imagination. The markings on his chest seem to pulse with each heartbeat as they dance around, enhancing his muscle definition. I can't find a single ounce of fat on him, but I would like to investigate him a little closer for sure. I don't care if the person is ninety or fifteen, they would have to be dead not to appreciate the male standing here.

BeforeI realize what he is doing, he grasps the top of his pants and slides them off. I know I am standing here slobbering on myself as my eyes devour his perfection. That anaconda of his has also risen to the occasion, and I can't help but whimper a little as shockwaves of desire wrack my entire body when he steps towards me. My mind tells me that it's wrong to want him, but my body isn't listening.

Wecome from different worlds. He bought me, for god's sake, but no one has ever looked at me the way he does. I could spend the remainder of my life hating him and everyone here for the circumstances that led me to this moment, but the only person that's really hurting is me. I have watched many become consumed with hate and they simply rot from the inside out. ZoD says there are other humans out here somewhere. If they can make it in this alien world, so can I. Who says I can't have the guy in the process?

Iam shocked when he walks right past me only to scream out as he jumps in the water, splashing me in the process. He pops back up laughing when he sees water dripping off my nose. "Youmight want to take those clothes off, Amori, if you don't want them soaked."

"I think you are simply trying to get me naked."

"You would assume correctly, come join me. I will make sure your luscious ass doesn't sink to the bottom."

"You know it's a good thing I don't have a bashful bone in my body. Most girls would refuse to get in there without a bathing suit on. You're also lucky that naked is my favorite outfit, even if some of my parts do jiggle a little too much."

Mouthingout a little more confidence than I'm really feeling, I make myself undress before I change my mind. WhenI look up, his gaze could have melted me on the spot. Approaching the side of the small pool. I try to figure out how to get in, as diving in is not an option for me. ZoD swims up in front of me and holds his arms up, and I think I lose my heart right here. He knows I am uncomfortable with the water and, instead of making fun of me, he comes to my rescue once again.

Leaningdown, I put my hands on the top of his shoulders while his massive hands grab me around the waist. He lowers me down slowly, the warmth of the water only intensifying how sensitive I am to his touch. "You know a girl could get used to the way you are always coming to her rescue." He pulls me close until my breasts are flat against his chest. I wrap my arms around his neck, sinking my fingers in his thick hair, as I wrap my legs around his waist. His humongous shaft is caught between us. Glancing down, there is no missing the marks that twirl around it as the thick dark veins pulse against my stomach, and I can't help but rub against him.

"I will always come for you, Amori.Until the very breath leaves my soul, I will never forsake you."

"Damn, where have you been my whole life?"

"Awaiting your arrival, it seems. Just so you know, it is taking every ounce of my training and willpower not to force myself upon you right this moment. In all my rotations, I have never witnessed such perfection in a female. It's like the Lord of Light took my dreams and molded you in that image."

"I thought you said there were parts of me you needed to investigate further. IfI am to be devoured, then you might want to hurry."

Heleans me back slightly, his eyes pulsing brightly as he stares down at me. "There are some things that should be rushed and others that need to be savored. I plan on taking my time learning every inch of you."

Thelast word is barely out of his mouth before he slams his lips down on mine. Within seconds, I lose all rational thought as his mouth devours me. His hands seem to be everywhere at once. Between the heat of the water and his mouth on mine, my entire body feels overly sensitive. My legs grip him tighter as he kisses me slowly down my neck, his tongue trailing leisurely across my collarbones before traveling to my aching breast. His long tongue swirls around one of my nipples as his hand begins plucking at my other tip. I can feel the wide expanse of his spare hand across my entire back, the heavy weight of it pressing me against his zealous mouth.

Thewater soaking my long hair pulls my head back, adding a weighted sensation that tugs on my scalp. My body is bared to him, allowing him full access as I lay in his arms. There is no right or wrong in what we are doing. We are no longer an alien or a human. It's just me and him, and suddenly, nothing is more important than the man holding me tenderly.

Tuggingon his hair gently. I drag his lips back up to mine, allowing our tongues to duel as we pull each other closer. My body is so primed for him that the moment he slides his fingers through my folds and brushes against my pleasure button. Catching me by surprise with its intensity, my body erupts with a sudden release. I arch against him, grinding my sensitive folds into his hand.

"Amori, that appeared to be rather pleasurable. What was that, and how do I make you do it again?"

"ZoD, that was something called an orgasm. Do your women have those?"

"According to what I've been told, they derive pleasure from the joining of bodies, but I don't believe their response is as extreme. I am intrigued to know how many times you can achieve such a state in the space of one late darkness."

"Well, that's a scientific experiment that I can finally get behind! Let me explain what being a cunning linguist entails." At his look of confusion, the Cheshire cat smile creeps across my face.

"I was not aware that my linguistic skills were lacking."

Histone of voice is so annoyed I can't help but smile as I lean in and whisper the explanation in his ear. It feels somewhat crass to explain it out loud. By the time I'm done telling him what I mean and how it was a play on words, his markings are writhing across his body incessantly and his eyes have filled with heated hunger.

"Such a thing is possible?" I notice that his eyes have dropped to my lap where my legs are wrapped around his waist and shriek with laughter as he abruptly lifts my ass up completely out of the water and onto the ledge lining the side of the pool we're in.

ZoDis a stickler for details and I've no doubt that this is going to be good. The anticipation builds as I feel his warm breath caress my inner thigh. My eyes cross in pleasure with the first tentative lick he gives me. He holds my legs tightly as I squirm around, still slightly sensitive from my previous climax.

Heshows absolutely no mercy until my body gives up what he wants, my pleasured screams. After my fourth time, I am so sensitive I am pushing him away, but my body is aching to be filled. "ZoD, I know you are trying to break some sort of climatic world record, but my body needs more. It needs you, please don't leave me hanging here."

Stronghands cup my hips, lifting me up off the solid rock floor and firmly against his body. He is so hot; his skin feels like it's burning me. Craving him like a madwoman on crack, I reach for him. WhenI try to wrap my hand around his shaft, I find my own body blocking the way.

"Amori, if I release you now, if I move my hands from their exact spot, I will not be able to control myself. You are going to have to ease yourself. Use me to seek what your body needs. Fulfill the passion that is consuming us both."

Hedoesn't have to ask me twice. Grabbing the snake by the head, I rub his wide crown against my slick folds. My body barely resists as I lower myself slightly upon him. WhenI start to lean back some, enjoying the burn of my body stretching as I go lower, he pulls me to a halt.

"Don't close your eyes. I want you to see who is claiming you. I want to watch your eyes fog over with only the passion and desires I can give you. The moment you lower yourself upon me fully. You will become MINE, Amori, and there is no turning back for either of us. Think of my words before you go any further."

Ireach up, pulling his lips to mine and with a single thrust of his hips, I scream out as my body trembles with an unknown force I can't explain. My inner walls are forced out further than I ever thought possible. From this point, all I can do is hold on as his thrusts become all I can think about. His hands roaming around find places upon my skin I didn't know existed, putting me in what feels like a pleasure fog. His shaft seems to be getting larger with every thrust and before long we are so tightly woven together, he can no longer move. One last squeeze from my inner walls and I can feel the hot jets of his own climax releasing inside of me. His screams echo with mine throughout the cavern.

Ican't make myself move even when I feel us lowering down in the water. If we are going to drown, this is the only way to go. At no point have I taken my eyes off his. The emotions I have seen have marked my heart, and I am terrified of these sudden feelings bouncing around inside of me. WhenI try to move to relieve some of the pressure, ZoD holds me still.

"Rest, Amori, my body is not done with you yet. Relax, I've got you."

Hearranges my legs so that I am straddling him comfortably as he sits down on a ledge. The water starts to calm back down now that we are not disturbing it, and I allow myself this moment to simply enjoy what has just occurred. ZoD rubs my back gently, neither one of us wanting to do or say anything to ruin this moment.