Slowing to a crawl, both cougars inched towards the opening. Kai's senses, though duller than usual, were on high alert. He again cursed himself and his carelessness. He slunk forward, keeping to the shadows. The large, inner chamber appeared empty, but he remained vigilant.
Aric proceeded ahead, checking nooks and crannies. Once every inch had been covered, he returned to Kai, nudging his neck with a nod.
Kai nuzzled back. He moved around, investigating the cold fire pit in the centre of the cave. Fur pelts, scattered on the floor around the hollow, indicated more than one person had taken refuge there. The smell of the rainstorm was strong, masking many other odours, but Kai's sense of olfaction was strong, even without the amulet. Other cats had been there recently, as well as humans. Not ordinary people—changelings. Their scent was less rank than that of regular men and equally recognisable.
Aric pushed a pile of rags towards him, and Kai looked at them. Bloody bits of flesh dried on the cloth appeared just a day or two old. He caught Aric's gaze, and their eyes locked.
'Our attackers from the previous day.’ Aric strained with the effort to send the mental message to him.
Kai inhaled the scent and nodded. He was sure of it.
He wandered to the mouth of the cave and peered outside. Rain blocked the sun, drenching the dry earth. Thunder cracked, and a moment later lightning flashed. They weren't going anywhere immediately. Turning back, he looked around the chamber and spotted a small mound of wood and, to his surprise, a large wedge of flint. They could make a fire for warmth. They'd need to be in human form to do that, and since they'd be naked, he was in no hurry to morph. They could take some time and allow their pelts to dry.
He padded to where Aric sat watching him. Kai licked the golden cat's face. A purr erupted from Kai, unbidden but enjoyed.
Aric pushed to his feet and butted him with his head. Licking the rain from Kai's fur, he moved slowly alongside. Kai returned the favour, and soon their tongues were more than taking moisture from a lover.
Kai sat down and then mischievously rolled to his side, encouraging Aric to join him. Instead, the golden cat pounced, playfully swatting Kai's haunch. In a flash, Kai rolled over and leapt to his feet. Springing up, he made it to an outcropping of rock at least ten feet high on the stone wall and peered down at his companion.
Aric winked and turned his back on him. Crouching, he raised his arse and peered over his shoulder.
Kai growled low in his throat then jumped to the floor of the cave, inches from the teasing male. His cock pulsed. The shaft moved along his pouch, the tip peeking into the cool air. Twisting around, he licked himself then moved behind Aric. Butting his head against the tawny cat's side, he waited for him to raise his arse higher. Tail lifted, moved to one side, Aric shifted his feet and proclaimed himself ready, accepting.
Kai pressed his nose against the puckered hole, carefully licking the offered opening. Below, Aric's balls moved, and the shaft of his cock eased out of the softly furred pouch.
A tasty treat, and one Kai planned to savour. With his tongue poked out as far as he could, he lapped along the shaft. When Aric shuddered, he knew he had it right and licked him again, a long, luxurious lapping of his tongue.
Just as he was about to mount Aric, the pale cat sprang to the side. Cocking his head, he peered at Kai and then bounded back, mischief in his eyes. A head butt and a soft lick along his neck sent Kai into another bout of purring.
They seemed to sense the odour at the same time. Kai caught Aric's gaze. They stared at one another, a musky scent drifting over them.
Something dark moved near the cave entrance. Aric leapt in front of Kai, putting his own body between the clan leader and the intruder. Suddenly a sleek, dark-coloured feline stepped from the shadows.
Aric hissed.
She made a mewling sound.
Kai watched her change, right before his eyes. She writhed in her own private world of sexual torment as her sculptured cat body morphed into that of a naked, voluptuous human female. Sable. A growl rumbled deep in his throat.
She lowered her lashes and shuddered. “Hello, Kai."
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Chapter Three
Aric changed as quickly as he could, grunting as his body shifted too fast.
"What the fuck are you doing here?” he demanded in a rough, hard voice, still on his hands and knees.
Kai moved to the side of the cave farthest away from the woman and morphed. When he rose to his feet a couple of minutes later, his cock hung flaccid from his groin. Walking to Aric's side, he gazed at Sable, waiting for her answer.
Sable was gorgeous, her long dark hair falling in a cascade of softness down her back, almost to her hips. A few stray strands meandered over her chest and teased her nipples. Lush curves tempted him, and under other circumstances he'd have jumped her as soon as he saw her. He'd had her once and knew the pleasure she could give.
"Well? We're waiting.” Aric's voice deepened with anger. “What the fuck are you doing here?"
Kai worked his way around her, wanting to see if there were any others hiding outside. A shift in the wind drove her scent directly to him and he felt his cock thicken. Reaching down, he gave the shaft a gentle tug and reminded himself she might be very big trouble.
"Please, I come to you with fear and respect.” Sable looked to the ground, her body shuddering with a deep, breast-enhancing breath.
Aric growled. “Cut the crap. Tell us what we want to know, or we'll make you talk."
From behind her, Kai saw her shoulders stiffen. She was obviously hiding something.
He went to the cave's opening and peered outside into the rain-soaked landscape. Seeing no movement, sensing no hint of danger, he returned to his place beside Aric. “You're alone. No one's going to rush to your aid.” He crossed his arms over his chest and glared at her.
"Please believe me, Kai, I didn't want to do it.” She stopped speaking and took a couple of steps towards them. Her hips swayed more than they needed to and her hands slid over her thighs and came to a halt inches from her pubes.
Kai's attention went to her pussy. The soft curls shielding it from his view were damp with either the rain or her own juices. He wanted to know which, but again chastised himself. His cock, however, had different plans and rose majestically in front of him.
Aric seemed less phased by her attractions and left Kai's side. He sauntered around behind her and, leaning in close, whispered, “You won't be missed, you know.” He slid a hand around her, grasping a firm breast. Squeezing, he continued talking. “If you don't get out of this cave, there's no one who will care. No one will come searching for you. Will they?"
Shuddering, Sable replied, “It wasn't my fault! I swear to you."
Kai asked, “What wasn't your fault?” Taking a step towards her, he reached out and grabbed her other breast, flicking his thumb over the nipple. The soft mound filled his hand and when he tightened his grip, flesh bulged between his fingers. The nipple swelled, the tip puckered. He fought the urge to lean down and take it between his teeth and bite.
He felt her shift. Her hands came up as if she was going to push his away.
Before she could touch him, Aric grabbed hold of her wrists and pulled them behind her. She struggled, which put on an attractive show for Kai, but of course she couldn't break free.
He increased the pressure on her teat, smiling when she suddenly stopped her gyrations. Loosening his hold, he went back to teasing her nipple. “Time to tell all.” He took her other breast and weighed them both in his palms. Sliding his fingers along the crease underneath, he waited for her to answer.
Finally, she blurted, “Dagen sent me. He made me seduce you. It was all his idea."
Aric tightened his hold. Moving to her elbows, he pulled her close to his body, controlling her much better. He looked at Kai over her shoulder and smiled.
We're finally getting somewhere, thought Kai.
"Who, or what, is Dagen?” Aric ask
ed, his blond hair mixing with her darker locks when he shifted.
Tears sprang to her eyes. “He's the leader of a small group of changelings. He's horrible. He browbeats the younger males and abuses whoever he wants."
Kai's blood ran cold. Those in power had an obligation never to abuse it. This Dagen obviously hadn't learned that.
"And he sent you here? To do what?” He leaned down and slid his tongue around her left nipple. When he felt the other hard nubbin push against his cheek, he turned his head and took the delicate morsel.
"Oh!” Her hips moved as if of their own accord. “Mm! Yes, nice."
Raising his mouth off her, he repeated, “Dagen told you to do what here?"
"I'm afraid,” she cried, but her body arched to his lips when he returned his attention to her nipple.
He moved from one to the other, licking and nibbling on the tasty buds. Her thighs parted and she moved against his leg. Wetness soon trickled down his thigh, adding to his growing excitement. The smell of her lust fed his. If he wasn't very careful, all thoughts of questioning her would vanish.
"Answer him,” snarled Aric. He lifted her bodily, denying her the pleasure of Kai's thigh, but not his mouth.
"Please,” she moaned, twisting her body, trying, it seemed, to connect with Kai again.
"Just answer.” Kai's mouth was still full of her teat. One last flick of his tongue and he let it go. Her torment wasn't over. He dropped to his knees between her feet. The muscles in her belly tensed as his lips touched her. He lavished her with soft kisses and licks from just below her large round breasts to her navel. For a moment he twirled his tongue into the indentation before moving down and nipping the soft flesh of her lower belly.
The woman-scent of her thrilled him, drew him lower.
"Oh please,” she begged, thrusting herself firmly against Kai's face.
Backing away, he demanded, “Talk or I stop."
"It's all Dagen's fault. He sent me. He told me to say he was going to lead the tribe. He said it was his right to rule. That he was stronger, a better leader than you."
"He did, did he?” Aric's voice was low and filled with anger.
Sobbing, Sable replied, “Yes, he's crazy.” She pushed her pelvis forward as if seeking Kai's mouth. “Please, don't stop."
"You haven't told it all.” He backed away, hopefully enough for her to see him reach down and stroke his shaft. Watching her, he smiled when her eyes travelled down his body. His cock pulsed, and he tightened his grip around the base.
From behind the struggling woman, Aric said, “Bastard. You're killing me."
Kai looked past Sable, chuckling at the expression on Aric's face. His lover was horny, and so was he. One way or another, they'd fuck soon.
In a rush, Sable blurted, “He said if you backed off, let him go with your amulet, he'd let you and your clan live. If you don't, he'll send in raiders with orders to systematically eradicate your entire clan."
Shocked, Kai snarled, “The filthy scum.” Rising to his feet, he strode towards the cave entrance, his rage flaring. “That son-of-a-bitch,” he muttered, pacing back to where Aric held the woman.
"And you agreed to come here and give me this—this ultimatum?” He glared down at her.
"No, not at first.” Her voice trembled, her bottom lip quivered.
He was sure he saw tears forming in her eyes.
"He took my brother and had his thugs beat him. Said if I didn't obey him, he'd keep on until Feth was crippled, then he'd kill him.” She broke down and cried. Her body shook with tears.
"We have no reason to believe her, Kai.” Aric tugged Sable's arms back roughly.
"You have to believe me!” she sobbed. “I'm speaking the truth."
"It's because of you we're in this situation to begin with. You helped Dagen steal the talisman.” Holding both her arms in one hand, he reached around and cupped her chin. Aric spoke directly into her ear. “You're not worthy of my leader's affections. He should treat you like the trash you are and toss you out into the storm.” Reaching down, he pinched one of her erect nipples, twisting it cruelly. “Of course if he'd like to fuck you senseless first, I wouldn't mind watching."
She snarled at him, squirming away from his touch.
"Aric, stop.” Kai quit pacing and stood before them. “I have no reason to doubt her, either."
"No reason?” Aric looked at him, amazed. “She betrayed you, Kai. The wench seduced you—"
"Enough!” Kai snapped. Perhaps he was still overcome with lust for the beautiful creature, but he believed her. Aric's constant reminders that he'd been taken for a fool did nothing but raise his ire.
"I have proof.” Sable spoke softly, gazing into his eyes.
"What kind of proof could you possibly have?” Aric growled in her ear.
Kai watched the two of them jostling together. His gorgeous man, blond and fair, made an impressive contrast with the woman and her dark tresses and deeply tanned skin. He was a known entity while she was mysterious and delectably luscious.
Kai's throbbing cock surged towards the ceiling. He glanced at Aric and noticed his lover's erection jutting out, thick and full. Kai smiled. Questioning the woman aroused Aric. They could be in for quite a night.
He gazed into her eyes. “Yes, Sable. What proof can you offer?"
"Look at my back,” she answered softly.
Kai raised his eyebrows at Aric.
Releasing his grip on her teat, Aric spun her around to face Kai, still holding one arm, and pulled her long hair aside.
"Son-of-a-bitch,” Kai gasped, examining the fine red slice marks in her skin. “This Dagen used a whip on you?"
"I didn't use it on myself,” she sputtered, glaring at Aric. “And you know, Kai, the marks weren't there before, when we were together."
He stepped forward and ran his hand over the smooth contour of her shoulder. Her upper back was untouched, as were the full mounds of her arse. Between those points, at least a dozen marks criss-crossed the arch of her spine. “No, they weren't.” He shoved the hair from her neck, pressing his face close to her ear. “I could kill the bastard.” He knew he couldn't chance using the healing powder on her. Dagen might see and suspect something if her injuries appeared too well healed.
She turned her face towards his. “You very nearly did. He sports a mean claw mark on his face. His goon, Zeno, took the worst of it. He's missing a chunk from his hind end."
"He'll be missing more than that when I see him again. Next time I'll bite off his balls."
Sable shivered. “I never wanted to go against you, Kai. It was only because of Feth. My brother and I lost our clan awhile back. We've been on our own, and it's been rough. Dagen made promises, none of which he's kept. But to be alone—well it's so hard we thought even with Dagen's clan rules, life would be easier."
"Dagen,” Kai muttered with distaste. He planted a kiss at the nape of the female's long neck. “I believe when I next encounter him, I'll show him Zeno's balls before I shove them down his throat."
She gulped.
Aric smiled. He released his hold on Sable and moved around to her back, next to Kai. “By the gods,” he murmured. “Any leader who would do such a thing isn't much of a leader."
"You believe me, then?"
Kai was too deeply entrenched in lust to back away. He glanced at Aric, tilting his head questioningly.
Stroking his shaft slowly, Aric nodded. He leaned in to Sable's other ear. “We believe you, female. But if you give us another reason not to, you won't live long enough to regret it."
"I promise, I won't. Dagen disgusts me. The stench when he tried to mount me made me gag.” She turned slowly, facing both men. “I can help you. Dagen won't know it, of course, until we free Feth. Once we do, we'll both be loyal to you, Kai."
He thought about her offer. “How big is Dagen's clan?"
"I've seen a dozen or so. Mostly tough-acting males, a couple of scared females and two malnourished kits. No one like either of you, stro
ng, tall, honourable.” She flattened one palm against each man's chest, slowly dropping to her knees, fingers slithering down their bodies. Each of her hands grasped a thick cock, and she gently tugged them towards her face. She licked the crown of Kai's staff and, with a turn of the head, was able to lick Aric's bulbous cock head. Sable groaned.
Kai steadied his footing and slipped an arm around Aric's waist, butting the man's hip against his. With their new, closer proximity, Sable was able to suck both cocks at one time. Heart racing, he inhaled a deep breath of air and tightened his grip on Aric.
The blond man's hand reached down and cupped one of Kai's bum cheeks. Squeezing the flesh, he thrust his hips forward, urging the female to take more.
She kept a tight grip on each shaft, milking them while she licked and nibbled with vigour. Working them into a rhythm, she swallowed one shaft and stroked the other. Without missing a beat she alternated them, first one, then the other fucking her mouth as she hungrily devoured them.
Aric wedged a finger between Kai's buttocks, searching for his anus. Apparently reconsidering, he pulled his hand back and placed the finger next to his cock so Sable could lick it.
She accepted it into her mouth, sucking it along with his cock. When it was sufficiently lubricated, he pulled it out and returned it to Kai's arse.
Kai widened his stance to allow the welcome entry. He felt Aric spread his cheeks, the slick finger teasing the rim of his puckering hole. Kai wiggled his arse, desiring that finger and more plunging deep.
Digit inserted, Aric pumped it in and out as Kai thrust towards Sable's mouth. His cock dripped pre-cum. Kai spotted a thick, white ribbon hanging from her chin and almost erupted on the spot. “Wait."
She paused in her ministrations, glancing up at him.
"I have more in mind.” Kai fisted his hand around a section of her thick hair and pulled her to her feet. Releasing her, he massaged the back of her scalp where he'd tugged. He kissed her, savouring the salty pre-cum mingled with the taste of her, and his mouth opened wider. He wanted it all.
Sable sighed and returned the kiss, pressing her body against his. Her tongue wound around his and then her teeth tugged at his upper lip.
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