“Yes Naelia win!”
Archon couldn’t stop from bursting out into a good hard laugh. Naelia was going to be the perfect companion for him. It was clear she was perfect in all was and he loved that she was so incredibly smart and funny. He was laughing so hard that he actually began to snort and cough. Naelia watched with raised eyebrows until Archon managed to bring himself back under control. Then she smiled and both of her cheeks darkened with excitement.
The waiter served them two perfectly prepared meals. Naelia daintily tried each of the various vegetables on her plate. Broccoli, cauliflower, green beans, mashed potatoes, asparagus. She seemed to like most of them and ate with eagerness. He watched with pure contentment as she finished everything on her plate.
“Hey love, want more to eat?”
Archon said at the same time as pointing at her and use his hand as a fork. In response, she faked throwing up on the floor. Again he found his lifemate shocked and amused him. Archon laughed until his cheeks and his side was aching. Naelia chuckled quietly back to him. He loved that she was amused at his expense.
“You have a very quirky little humor my sweet lifemate. I’m going to love spending the rest of my life with you. For the first time in my life... that doesn’t seem long enough.”
Archon sent out a love, peace and security hoping beyond hope that she would understand how he felt about her. She smiled then poked her fingers into several deserts he had the waiter bring. She tasted them, but didn’t seem too excited to do more than to play with them. Not much of a surprise as most Venusians don’t care for anything but fresh vegetables.
The clock on the wall chimed and Archon realized it was past time to get on the road. They had a good long drive ahead of them to Philadelphia and he wanted to arrive early enough to get on board and settled in before the other passengers arrived. Archon had them bag the food that was still uneaten and paid the check. Then, he stood and stretched out his hand to Naelia.
“Love, let's get going. I know you’ve got to be tired and we have a long ride ahead of us.”
Archon helped her into the car and urged her to rest her head on his lap. He drove through the night while Naelia slept peacefully in his lap in the front seat of the car. He arrived in Philadelphia with plenty of time to board the ship and make it to their assigned room without any problems. Archon looked around the room and was pleased that it was a large room for a military ship.
Archon showed Naelia around the room, then patted the bed trying to see if she wanted to take a nap. She indicated she did so he handed her soft pink ankle length nightgown. Regretfully, he didn’t think fast enough to point towards the bathroom so she could put it on. Instead in seconds flat true to her Venusian heritage, Naelia pulled the dress she was wearing over her shoulders and stood naked before him waiting for him to put the night gown on her body.
Archon was stunned stupid as he stood frozen his only thought of how absolutely stunningly beautiful she was. His manhood came to immediate attention. His hand shot out and gently cupped her pert breast. His blood start to heat just as he saw fear in Naelia’s eyes. That did the trick, he forced down his desires and said,
“No! I will never hurt you. Never!”
Then he gently pulled the nightgown over her head, and pointed to the bed again. She didn’t hesitate, she just moved to the bed and laid down. Her body curled in a tight ball. As soon as he knew that she was asleep, Archon went into the bathroom and took a very cold shower.
Chapter 8
After Archon finished his shower and made his way up to the fifth deck, which housed the commissary. He planned on obtaining several new outfits for both himself and Naelia. Thus far, Archon had not been able to secure any clothes that actually fit Naelia. Instead, he’d been forced to modify his own clothes. In Archon’s mind, clothes were the foundation of society and Venusians were known to wear the softest silk and satins. Naelia deserved that and she also deserved to wear clothes that fit her properly.
He spent several hours in the commissary and was pleased that he’d been able to secure a few good outfits for both of them including underwear. Archon paid the clerk with his military ID card despite knowing that would alert the rest of us in his unit. Thinking back, I’m sure Archon more or less did it on purpose. He probably figured Naelia needed to meet the rest of us sooner rather than later. Using his real ID card was his way of letting us know that he’d finally found her. That also meant, he knew that it was only a matter of time before we showed up.
That night, instead of heading straight back to their room, Archon took the bags and climb the stairs until he reached the ninth floor. He walked casually to the front of the ship to the galley. He grabbed a couple of pork chops, two burgers and some fries for himself and a bowl of every vegetable they had along with a huge serving of regatta. He put everything into a bag and headed back down to their room on the third deck.
Naelia and Archon would probably use the stairs to access their room since Naelia didn’t seem to like the closed space in the elevator. In addition they needed a special key to get the elevators to stop on the third deck. Their room wasn’t located in the standard passenger level, it was mainly used by military special ops people like him.
The ship only had two stops on the itinerary. The first would be when they stopped for a day in Fort Chimo in Ungava Bay. Then they would sail on Nuuk, Greenland. Archon already made sure to make special friends with some of the crew and ask them to go into Fort Chimo when they stopped and buy both Naelia and Archon even more clothes. He also requested some additional supplies such as soap, tooth brush, deodorant and some razors and shaving cream. Many of them were available on the ship, but they had limited supplies and choices.
Naelia and Archon would be staying on board until they reach Nuuk, Greenland. Despite Fort Chimo being a UFE strong hold, he didn’t want to take any chances with Naelia’s safety. The Galactic Alliance had fingers everywhere and with the UFE not being able to trust most Anunnaki and Venusians he didn’t want Naelia to inadvertently become a suspect in any ongoing investigations.
Archon stepped back into the room and checked on Naelia. She was fast asleep and humming softly in her sleep. He smiled and made his way over to the sliding glass door leading to the outside deck. He stepped out on the deck and looked out over the water. He couldn’t help but sigh in contentment as he stepped back in their room. He had a feeling it was going to be a long day. He knew the rest of us would either arrive by helicopter sometime today, or meet him in Fort Chimo. Either way, introducing Naelia to all of us was going to be exhausting for her. He hoped she would sleep most of the day and well into the evening.
As a special ops warrior with so many robotic enhancements, Archon needed little to no sleep at all. Yet… finding ways to occupy his time while Naelia slept left him feeling daunted. He went into the bathroom and stripped down to his T-shirt and boxers, then despite not being tired at all he returned to the main room and moved over to the couch and pulled the cushions off preparing to lie down on the sofa bed. He was just about finished when Naelia shocked him by sitting up and saying out loud
“Archon come.”
Then she patted the bed while using her body language to tell him that she wanted to snuggle with him. Archon was relieved and suddenly very much wanted to lie next to her. Hell, he even instantly became tired as he croaked out
“Are you sure about Naelia? I don’t want to scare you?”
Then like her he used his body language to question her. Hands in the air, eye brows up and shoulders shrugging. The he waited patiently until Naelia replied with one word that had him rushing to her side.
“Yes”
Archon crawled into bed beside Naelia and pulled her into his chest. Then despite hardly ever sleeping, Archon fell deep asleep with Naelia safely wrapped in his arms.
Chapter 9~*~ March 18, 3208 Earth
The next few days flew by in almost blissful picture-perfect way. Naelia was adapting amazingly well, and had already begun to
speak in full sentences. She was learning earthlish far quicker than Archon thought possible. She continued to astonish and delight him with everything she did. She was even starting to show interest in learning to read and write earthlish as well. Archon promised that they would visit the library when they arrived in Nuuk and get some books so he could start to teach her to read.
They were docked at Fort Chimo and decided to do a quick workout before spending the evening on deck looking out over the bustling fort. They were headed to the gym and planned to run a few laps around the track before they took a leisurely swim in the pool to cool off. Then they would change and be on the deck before sunset. They spent a tremendous amount of time in the gym and swimming in the pool. Naelia loved movement and seemed to be happiest when she was straining her muscles or when they were in competition with each other.
Naelia loved to challenge him to races around the track and laps in the pool. He wasn’t sure why, but he always allowed her to win despite having plenty in his reserves. That day, when they entered the gym they got far more excitement then they planned. I can remember it like it was yesterday. Archon sat down on the bench and was getting ready to set the weights when he heard a very familiar male voice say
“Well Archon, it's about time you found her. We were all wondering what was taking you so long. Some of us…not that I am going to give you names, have begun to think you couldn’t get the job done on your own.”
Naelia looked over at the large group of people that were now pushing their way into the gym. Most of our unit was there. Eighteen out of twenty. Only me and Odelin were missing. Far more people than I’m sure Naelia was used to seeing all in one place. For that reason, she glanced cautiously at Archon expecting him to be upset. He however was smiling brightly at all of them. The truth is, he expected to see some of us. He never expected to see so many however. Kazu reached out to Archon and pulled him up from the bench. They looked expectantly at him as we waited for him to introduce her to the team.
“It is good to see you brother.” He said as he nodded at Kazu and the rest of the team. Then he moved closer to Naelia and placed his arm around her shoulders before he continued.
“Naelia, this is my UFE team. Team this my lifemate Naelia. She’s lived underground her whole life and only speaks Aquarian.”
The team immediately started laughing hysterically. They all knew just how ironic that was. Everyone in our unit except Archon spoke Aquarian. I personally encouraged him through the years to learn as many of the alien languages as possible. He however never felt Aquarian was worth learning since they were neither allies nor enemies. Simply willing prostitutes. Jada was the first to step forward and extend her hand to Naelia as a welcome. She smiled as she said in perfect Aquarian.
“We are Archon’s UFE unit. My name is Jada. Welcome sister to our family.”
Then in rapid succession each member of our unit stepped forward stated their name and welcomed Naelia to our fold.
“Bonjour, my name is Sylvie. Welcome to our family.”
“Nice to see you. I’m Dima and this is my twin sister Svet.” Dima said as he pointed towards the blond female standing next to him. Svet smiled at Naelia as Kazu bowed slightly in greeting as he said
“Konnichiwa. I am called Kazu. It is a pleasure to meet you.”
The moment he finished speaking Jing Xu knelt on one knee with his sword pointed at the ground and continued the greetings
“Jing Xu. My pleasure as well.”
“Olah, I am very pleased to meet you. You are vison of beauty.” He bowed low and sensually kissed her hand before he continued.
“I am Alfonso. Should you ever need anything don’t hesitate to ask me.”
Archon stepped forward and used his shoulder to not so gently push Alfonso back. Naelia blushed but it was clear she was enjoying the conversation and the unit’s bravado. Everyone laughed before Connor shoved him playfully back and said to Naelia
“Top of the morning sweet maiden.” Connor tilted the hat on his head as he continued
“I am Connor and I too am at your service.”
Hannah bumped her him into Connor nudging him out of the way as she said
“Hi there! I’m Hannah. Pay no mind to the buffoons. They act as if they’ve never seen a pretty lady before. Welcome.”
Laughter erupted behind Hannah yet again as Bokamoso stepped up.
“Welcome sister. I am called Bokamoso.”
“I am Yacine. Greeting.”
“Namaste, I am called Saanvi.” Savaani had her hands together at her chest like someone praying as she slightly bowed towards Naelia.
Burak, Tane and Rizwan continued to stand away from Naelia choosing not to make physical contact. That was no surprise since both of them rarely made physical contact with anyone. That however didn’t mean their voices and intentions were anything less than welcoming.
“Good day, I am Burak. It is nice to finally meet you.”
“I’m Tane. Hello and welcome.”
Rizwan lifted his hand in the air and waved it towards Naelia as he said,
“Rizwan here. I am happy to meet you.”
Marco unlike Rizwan and Burak took every opportunity he could to have physical contract with female. He moved forward and pulled Naelia is a hug while simultaneously saying,
“Buongiorno! My name is Marco and it is a real pleasure to meet you.” The moment he released her, Valentina moved in and embraced her in nearly the same way before stepping back and cheerfully saying,
“Buenos días. Welcome to the family. My name is Valentina but you can call me Tina.”
The moment the greeting were finished conversation broke out all over the room. Archon was initially irritated since everyone was speaking Aquarian and he didn’t know anything they were saying. In that moment he finally understood how Naelia must have felt these past days.
Instead of pitching the fit Archon felt like wanted to, he instead turned to Tane and ask for a blow by blow translation. The moment his unit realized Archon was being left out, everyone started saying everything twice. First in Aquarian then in Earthish.
Chapter 10
That first night with our unit was probably almost dreamlike yet idealistic to Naelia. There was a huge part of her that hated being the center of so much attention. Yet, she felt so safe and wanted that she couldn’t help bathing in the glory. For that reason, despite some of the discomfort she was feeling at meeting and conversing with so many new people at once, she encouraged Archon to stay long into the night so they could all continue talking and chatting together.
Most of the conversation of course took place once they moved from the gym into the galley. In the galley while they were still making a spectacle of themselves and Naelia at least they had a large table they could all convene at. It had been months since she’d been able to have a conversation. Then things took a turn in the wrong direction. No one meant to stir the pot.
Marco and Alfonso were only teasing. How could they know the mistrust Archon held in his heart against the Venusians? The rest of us were used to Venusians and their sensual ways. That’s the real reason behind Archon thinking that his lifemate couldn’t be faithful. Some part of him always assumed Naelia would have sex with anyone that showed her attention. She was Venusian after all. That’s what Venusians did. He wanted to find a way to love her despite that… But he couldn’t stand the idea of her having sex with the members of his unit. Hell, he hadn’t even had sex with her himself yet.
How could any of them have known before that day that Naelia’s harmless smiles would set Archon of fire? So with the flames of jealousy consuming him Archon started flirting with Svet and Jada. Nothing too racy. Just a few looks and small touches. It didn’t take much to increase the sexual tension in the room tenfold. Of course the rest of the unit became immediately in tune with the new behavior. They weren’t the only ones.
Naelia noticed too. Oh, on the surface she allowed it to continue and appear that it was jovial and fun, but un
derneath, she was feeling far from comfortable. Words like monogamy, polygamy and open relationships floated through her mind. Naelia was aware that most relationships between Earthlings and other races were more often than not monogamous. That however wasn’t how her culture worked. Venusians preferred open relationships and multiple sex partners.
Before that night, she’d assumed that monogamy would be Archon’s preference and was pleased. To her polygamy felt more like non-relationships. How could he be more Venusian in thinking than her? She hated that the Venusian males were philanders and the females were so promiscuous. No she desperately wanted to be more like the earthlings and Sirians. Monogamous, faithful, moral, chaste and devoted. Hell, before the Reptilian forced himself on her she’d been a virgin.
Based on Archon’s behaviour however she started to think he would prefer multiple partners. That he would in fact expect and push her to participate in sexual relations with multiple partners. The thought turned her stomach but she knew she would do anything to please him. The more she considered it, the more depressed she became. Soon her body ached and she grew tired. Before long, she was leaning physically on the others around her.
To Archon, her physical contact with Alfonso and Marco appeared to be an open sexual invitation. That sent his jealousy over the edge. Before he could stop himself he launched to his feet and snatched Naelia rather roughly by the arm and said in a barely contained voice.
“Naelia appears to be tired. I believe it is time for us to retire. We will of course see you all in the morning calesthentics.”
Then without further conversation or even giving Naelia or the others to say goodbye he launched them down the stairs. Naelia couldn’t help but wonder what soured his mood. Something changed and Naelia knew it wasn’t good. It was clear by his stiff body language that he wasn’t just unhappy, he was furious. The only thought that popped into her mind was that he was sexually frustrated. Perhaps he wanted to get rid of her so that he could go back and relieve his sexual tension with Jada or Sven. She didn’t want him to be with anyone else. Yet… She knew she wasn’t ready to be with him herself. With each step they descended her fear became more palatable.
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