by Jake Daniel
I pulled off my shirt and wrung it out. “Thank you Rain. I’m Logan. I definitely owe you one. Just let me know if there is ever anything I can do for you.”
She ran a hand slowly down her neck and over her hard nipples as she hungrily stared at me. “Oh, don’t worry, I will.”
I smiled and turned as I heard someone call from along the beach. “Logan?!”
I spotted Dahlia running toward me, with Gwen a short distance behind. I held my rifle in one hand, shirt in the other, and watched as they made their way over to me. There was one thing I was absolutely certain of, I loved these women. I wrapped my arms around both of them as they reached me. “How did I know you two would be just fine?”
Gwen grabbed my face and planted a long kiss on my lips. “Don’t you ever make me worry like that again Logan West! I don’t want to even think of a life without you in it!”
I turned to face Dahlia who looked up with me with worried eyes. She blushed as I met her eyes. “I agree. I didn’t think you made it off the boat in time. Before I could check, though, the mermaids came and saved us. They’d been following a short distance behind the entire time.”
Gwen let out a small laugh. “You didn’t mention that they didn’t want to go back for him though. We had to convince them to agree to do so.” She kissed me again and ran a hand down my bare chest. “Fortunately, I could make a deal with them.”
“I don’t know if I want to know what you convinced them with, but I appreciate it.” I tossed my shirt over my shoulder and ran my hand through Gwen’s still partially wet hair.
Dahlia pulled me close and pushed her body up against mine as she wrapped an arm around my waist. “Oh, I’m sure when the time comes you’ll be very appreciative.”
I cocked my head and tried to get a look at Dahlia’s face but she had it pushed up against me so I couldn’t gather any additional information. I chuckled and shook my head. “Well, I suppose I’ll look forward to that. For now, though, where are the others? Is everyone okay?”
Gwen pushed back slowly and straightened her wet shirt. Her perfect nipples were completely visible as she adjusted. “Follow me.”
I followed her up the rocky shore toward the tree line in the distance while Dahlia walked at my side. I glanced to my left and far off down the shore I spotted a small village. It took me a couple of seconds before I recognized the long pier that stretched out into the sea. I was on the opposite side of Necross.
As we reached the tree line a booming voice greeted me. “Oh ho! Logan, you survived! For a moment I worried I’d never see payment for the wagon you let those bastards torch!”
I smiled and nodded. “Wofferd. Who needs a wagon when you can fly, right?” I shifted my gaze to Master Teng who stood a short distance away.
The centaur shook his head and held up a hand. He looked completely drained of all energy. “That was a one-time only deal. It’s going to take a week of cultivating to get me back to the way it was before Wofferd’s brief ride, not to mention my pride.”
“Thank you again for your help.” I paused and glanced at each of the others. “All of you, thank you. You fought for not only your own lives, but everyone else gathered here right now.” I shifted my attention to Fap’zak. “I want to invite all of you back to the manor. You’ll always have a place to stay as long as I’m around. We will rebuild, and our home will be stronger and safer than ever.” I held my hand out and helped Chloe up to her feet. “And Chloe’s tavern will be the talk of Aurilon!” Chloe pushed her breasts against me as she leaned over and gave me a kiss on the cheek.
Wofferd cleared his throat. “So, uh, does that include me? Am I allowed to stay a bit longer?” He hesitated slightly. “Not... not that I don’t have a gorgeous home waiting for me. I mean... I have houses all across Aurilon, but I...”
I cut him off and helped him save a little face. The entire time he’d been at the manor up to this point all we heard about was how much nicer and bigger his own home was.
From the pillow and blanket I’d discovered in the back of his wagon, however, it was pretty clear he didn’t currently have a home of his own. “You’re not thinking about leaving us now, are you Wofferd? I mean, I guaranteed you I was a man of my word, and I’m pretty sure I haven’t even come close to paying you back yet for your wagon and all of your goods. I’d really hoped you would stick around until I can repay you. I promise it shouldn’t be long before I can earn enough coin to pay you back.”
Wofferd shifted his knowing eyes up to mine and nodded. “Yes, yes, you’re right. I suppose I can stay a bit longer until you can pay off your debt.”
“Great, thanks.” I pulled my shirt back over my head and strapped my rifle onto my back before continuing. “Alright, we need to get going. We’ll have a lot of work to do in the next few days. I’ll be relying heavily on many of you. But I know that if we work together, we can create a place where we’ll be safe.”
One of Gwen’s sisters stood and lifted her hands to her sides. “Why do we need to hurry? Striker is dead, right?”
I shook my head slowly. “I wouldn’t be so sure. I didn’t see his body and as fast as those ships came out from that town, I have a feeling he got away. All the more reason we need to stay vigilant. He knows where we’re at now, but I’m done hiding. If he wants you, he’s going to have to fight.”
We’d successfully eliminated Striker’s fancy ship and nearly his entire hunting party from Necross. However, I knew it wouldn’t be long before he recruited more to his cause, especially if the King was actually the one behind this sudden culling.
We extinguished the fire and gathered what little belongings we had. The mermaids had provided several oysters which Chloe cooked and stored in a small bag. We finished them before we continued, hoping they’d give us enough energy to make the trek through the forest and back to the manor. As far as clams working as an aphrodisiac, I’d have to say that is one hundred percent true. I didn’t think I’d make it into the forest before being jumped by one of the women currently gathered around.
Gwen joined my side and ran her hand down along the front of my pants. “Are you ready?”
Chapter Thirty-One
Everyone gathered and we moved together into the forest just as the sun was lifting off of the horizon. Everyone’s clothes had dried mostly by the time we left, making for a much more comfortable trek.
I took one last glance back before we entered the forest in between two massive pines that stood like turrets at the edge of the tree line.
I didn’t see any sign of the beautiful mermaid city beneath the water, but as I stared out at the water I resolved to visit again. I turned and waited next to one of the large trees to ensure everyone made it inside before we continued.
Wofferd groaned as he reached the entrance. “There’s got to be an easier way to get back to your manor.”
“Sure, we can walk up the shore and ask the folks at Necross for a ride. Would you like to volunteer?” I waited for his response. We both knew there wasn’t a better option at the moment. “Well?”
The rotund man’s jowls shook and he frowned. “I suppose you’re right, doesn’t mean I’ve gotta like it.” He paused as the centaur strode by and entered the forest. “Worst-case scenario, I’ll just ask my flying steed for another ride.”
Teng scoffed and called back as he continued walking. “I am not a means of transportation. Keep it up and I’ll recommend our goblin cohort catch a ride on your back. We’ll see how you like it then.”
I laughed and entered behind them as we moved single-file through the thick foliage. It didn’t take long for me to see why the humans in Aurilon sought the Satyr’s Sight.
Gwen and her sisters moved effortlessly through the forest, weaving over fallen logs and around leafy bushes. Everyone stopped as we reached our first river crossing.
I scanned the area and determined our next steps. “Gwen, take your sisters and scout ahead. Make sure you give us plenty of warning if something heads this way.”
“Of course.” Gwen responded and shifted her focus onto her sisters. “You heard him. Now’s your time to shine.”
The seven of them took off together and spread out evenly throughout the forest, almost as if they’d choreographed it. They moved gracefully through the forest. Occasionally a sister would return and report on what they’d seen. After several hours of forging a path through the forest we’d reached our first break in the trees.
Gwen hurried over to me and pointed toward a massive lake. “Siren Lake. Avoid that area, unless you never want to return to your manor again.”
“Siren? As in the women that enchant men with their singing?” If there was one thing that I still couldn’t resist, it was a beautiful voice. I was immediately intrigued.
Gwen smiled and leaned closer to me. “I’ll take you one day if you are truly that curious. It could be fun.”
“I may have to take you up on that.” I gave her a couple quick eyebrow raises and smiled.
The sun was setting in the sky by the time a Fap’zak finally pulled on my arm to get my attention. “Logan sir, over there.”
I turned in the direction that the goblin was pointing and could see the ruined walls that surrounded my manor through the trees. “Perfect, thank you Fap’zak.”
Teng turned and made his way back to me. “Ready to get back to the manor?”
“You have no idea how ready I am.” I smiled and slapped the centaur on the thigh.
He nodded slowly and stared straight ahead through the trees. “I am as well. Although, I fear I may be the last of my kind. I’m unable to feel a connection to the rest of my kin any longer.” He turned his head and met my eyes. “We’re the knowledge keepers. We survived the great war, and it was my great grandfather himself who cursed human’s cores after they set out to destroy this once peaceful land.” He paused and placed a hand on my shoulder. “I’m glad I gave you a chance, Logan. I didn’t believe humans could co-exist with monsters. I see now, although we have a long way to go, there may be light ahead.”
“I appreciate your trust. I’m not perfect by any stretch, and you can damn well expect I’ll make mistakes along the way, but I’ll do everything I can to ensure that you and the rest of the others can live in peace and go about your lives.”
Teng stepped over a downed tree and I followed him toward the edge of the forest. He rubbed his chin as he walked and as if hit by an epiphany he turned to me. “Do you think you can handle taking your cultivating to the next level?”
I turned to him and smiled. “What do you have in mind?”
“I can sense you’ve unlocked two potentially very powerful skills inside your core, yet you’ve not even come close to reaching your potential. If you could learn to channel spirit more effectively and optimize each pathway within your body to your mind, you’d become incredibly powerful.” He shook his head and looked to the sky. “If someone would’ve told me a human could be capable of what you’ve accomplished so far, I would’ve laughed in their face. However, from what I’ve seen, and can foresee, this is only the beginning for you. Who knows, you may even be King of Aurilon someday.”
“Woah, let’s not get ahead of ourselves. Right now, I just want to enjoy the time I have with the beautiful women that I’ve bonded with, and create a safe place for you and the others to stay.” I rubbed my chin mockingly with a grin on my face. “Although, King Logan sounds good.”
Teng let out a laugh and galloped forward avoiding the fallen branches and large trees on his way out. Several Satyrs, goblins, and lizard folk followed closely behind. Brazz walked with his sisters, Cress on one side and Shah on the other. He gave me a nod as they continued to the manor.
Gwen and Dahlia walked together and were having a spirited conversation about something I wasn’t quite able to overhear. From the hand motions that Gwen was showing, though, I could only assume I’d probably appreciate it at some point. Gwen looked back at me and gave me a small smile, before continuing on toward the manor.
Something tugged at my arm and I turned to face Chloe. She pulled her hair out of a messy bun she’d tied at the top of her head and let it fall gracefully down to her shoulders. It was still a little damp from earlier, even after our trek through the forest. She gave me a small smile and motioned for me to follow her. “Logan, there’s something I’d like to show you.”
Before I could answer she grabbed my hand and led me a short distance to a break in the trees. The mirror smooth water of Siren Lake was visible in the distance. The ground felt different here, almost spongy. I crouched and waved my hand along the ground. A feather soft layer of violet moss spread out in every direction covered the entire area. “Wow, this feels amazing. What is it?”
Chloe giggled and knelt next to me. “Bailey moss, it is great with many foods as well.” She shifted her eyes nervously before turning her attention back down toward the ground. She pulled her damp hair back and tied it into a tight braid. “Logan, I never thanked you for saving me. Either time. I don’t even want to think of where I’d be without you.”
I smiled and rose to my feet. “You don’t have to thank me Chloe. I’d do it again in a heartbeat.”
She shrugged and traced a design in the moss in front of her knees. “Yeah, well, I spoke to Gwen, and she said it was okay if I thanked you properly.” She looked up at me with her big blue eyes and kept them locked on mine as she reached for my belt buckle. With a quick tug she had my belt open and my pants pulled down to my knees.
The blood had already been flowing down to my member by the time she’d gotten my belt open. She slowly unbuttoned her shirt and tossed it off to the side.
Her breasts were at least three times the size of the other girls and a small drip of milk glistened from her nipple as she turned toward me. She shifted her gaze down to my girth which was now fully erect and opened her mouth.
She flicked her tongue out and used it to lick the bit of pre-cum that’d already sprung to the tip of my length. “Mmm. Even better than I expected you’d taste.”
The touch of her warm tongue dancing on my tip drove me wild. She licked it again, this time bringing it inside her mouth. She pulled back and gently kissed every inch of my girth, moving up and down along each side as if ensuring it tasted the same all the way around. She licked the tip slowly, circling it with her tongue several times before taking it into her mouth.
I couldn’t help but let out a groan as I wanted to take her right there, but I forced myself to be patient. She moved back and forth, taking in more of my shaft each time she came forward. Moving slow at first and then picking up speed.
I could tell she wanted me as much as I wanted her in that moment. Her fiery breath danced across the surface of my member and sent shivers through my body. She moaned and moved a hand down between her legs to pleasure herself as she moved faster.
I moved my hands to the side of her head and guided her forward. She let out a pleasure-filled moan as I pulled her head toward me, sinking my length deeper down her throat each time she moved forward.
I slid my hands up and felt her smooth curved horns atop her head and rubbed my thumbs across each point, prompting a small scream of ecstasy from her. I gripped each horn and pulled, sending my length deep into her throat.
I pulled back and she gasped for air. She pleasured herself faster and used her free hand to play with her nipples. A glistening wet coat of her milk coated each breast as she tugged at her nipples and moaned louder.
I could resist any longer as I pulled back and my girth came out of her mouth with a pop. She looked up at me with her big lust-filled blue eyes and moaned. “Oh, I want you Logan West. Take me. I’m yours.”
She lowered down onto all fours in front of me and faced away, giving me an unobstructed view of her amazing thick ass and soft folds in between her legs. She reached back underneath her stomach and spread the lips of her wet mound wide. It was all the invitation I needed as I pressed forward and buried my length deep inside of her.
I
sank my girth as far as I could, prompting a small gasp from the holstaur. She was so wet that I glided back and forth with ease. Our breaths increased and she pushed her hips back, meeting my every thrust. I felt almost as if I were outside of my body as I continued to send myself deeper inside her tight channel.
I leaned over her back and grabbed her breasts and gave them a tight squeeze. After several seconds I flipped her over and pulled her up onto my lap. She bounced up and down on my length, moaning loudly. I buried my face in her breasts as she rocked her hips. I concentrated on each nipple and as her milk touched my tongue; it heightened my senses and sent me into a frenzy.
Her moaning increased, and her pace, as she rocked back and forth, accepting my length deep inside of her. Her body convulsed with pleasure and a wave of warm body fluids poured down on top of me as she came. She plunged her tongue in my mouth as her entire body quivered from her release.
I grabbed her ass and pulled her toward me, plunging myself as deep as I could with each pull. The tight muscles of her channel squeezed tightly around my girth with each thrust. My member pulsed as I neared orgasm and grew larger as I was about to explode, sending Chloe over the edge once more, her body convulsing as she came a second time.
My legs shook as I released my load deep inside of her, collapsing to the ground on top of her. The now familiar burst of yellow light filled my vision as I gave her a few final thrusts.
I left my still hard girth inside of her while I kissed her nipples, both of us trying to recapture our breath. I propped myself up over her and gave her a small smile. “I pretty sure should be me, thanking you. Holy shit.”