Tark nodded, feeling a little relieved.
“Then it’s settled,” Prince Lyros said. “Tark and Suki will return with the Zelthranites. The females here on Tourmalane who haven’t bonded will be given the option of returning to Earth or finding a mate among the cyborgs. I’d say this meeting is adjourned.”
Prince Drexyl snorted. “You just want to get back to Roux.”
Prince Lyros grinned. “Yes, I do. And don’t act like you aren’t just as anxious to return to Lucie.”
Malin looked away, but not before Tark saw the sadness enter his eyes. He’d had that once. The male had had a mate and lost her. Tark wouldn’t be able to keep going without his Suki. He didn’t know how the male managed, but it proved he was a strong warrior. Tark hoped that one day the male would find another mate and find peace. It hardly seemed fair the male had been given someone to love and accept him, only for her to be taken away.
“Once the females are sorted,” Ryx said, “we’ll be leaving for Zelthrane-3. There’s a room you may share on board the Pryxus. Malin has offered to pair up with another crewmember so you may have his quarters. The females will be housed in another room, if any choose to return to Earth.”
Tark eased Suki off his lap and stood.
I’ll miss you, brother. He looked at Norkov and the cyborg gave him a sad smile.
If they get the portal up and running, perhaps I can come visit. I’m not sure the female I like wants anything to do with me, or that I’m suited for her. I want her to be happy, even if it’s with another male. One of the females mentioned something about me being in the friend-zone, whatever that is. I may need help finding a mate.
Tark nodded.
“You did that mind-talking thing again, didn’t you?” Suki asked.
“Sorry, mate.”
“Will you be lonely on Zelthrane-3 since you won’t be able to communicate like that with anyone there?” she asked.
Tark hesitated. He hadn’t thought about that aspect of leaving everything behind, but it was true. He enjoyed being able to reach out and hear his fellow cyborgs. Not having that option would almost be like having a limb severed.
“Then perhaps two of you should come to Zelthrane-3 and assist with the mating negotiations so you won’t be the only cyborg on our world,” Malin said. “Since Norkov is unmated, perhaps he’ll find his mate while he’s there. We have new human females arriving all the time.”
Norkov smiled broadly and Tark knew his friend would not only consider it, but already seemed excited about the idea. It would be nice to have another cyborg present. While he might share genetic markers with the Zelthranites, they weren’t truly family. Not like Norkov. He’d known the other cyborg since before the Cy-Con program was started. Having Norkov by his side would definitely ease the transition of living on another world.
“I accept,” Norkov said.
Tark was glad that Norkov would be joining him. Not only so he’d have a familiar face, but things hadn’t gone according to plan for his fellow cyborg. Norkov had joined many missions to attempt to save other human females and had hoped to gain a mate. Instead, most of the females had been dead when they arrived during his first mission, and the others were too badly damaged to ever be mated to someone. They’d been taken to a planet that was predominantly female and left in care of the people there. The female that Norkov seemed interested in out of those currently on Tourmalane didn’t seem to return his favor.
“Suki, my mate and Lucie have both gathered some clothes for you. Whatever was placed in your room here at the palace, you may keep and take with you. I’m sure there will be more clothing options when you reach Zelthrane-3, but this way you won’t be starting over completely,” Prince Lyros said.
“Thank you,” his mate said.
“I’m afraid we don’t have anything in your size,” the prince said with a smile in Tark’s direction.
“I packed a small bag. It will be sufficient for now,” Tark said. “There is also clothing on board the Mystic7 for human females. We came prepared, not knowing if the females we rescued would have clothing.”
“I’ll gather the human females,” Prince Drexyl said. “My mate will discuss their options with them and once we have them divided into groups, you’re free to leave.”
Tark led Suki out of the room and paused, waiting for Norkov. Ready for a new adventure?
Norkov grinned. Always.
I hope they treat my Suki well on Zelthrane-3; otherwise, I’m not sure I will be able to contain my temper. That won’t do much for relations between the humans and our people.
Norkov patted his shoulder. You will do fine, and everyone loves your Suki. You have nothing to fear.
“Come, my sweet mate,” Tark said, tugging on Suki’s hand. “You should rest a bit more in case we leave soon. I’ll make sure our things are packed and ready to go.”
Back in their suite, Tark tucked Suki into bed, pressed a kiss to her brow, then made sure all of their things were ready. He wished he had Norkov’s optimism over going to a new world, but past experience told Tark that the human females on Zelthrane-3 would likely fear him. He hated when that happened, since he would never hurt a female. They were precious and to be protected at all costs.
When he was finished, he noticed his sweet Suki was still awake, and was watching his every move. He smiled as he approached the bed, then removed his boots before stretching out next to her. She immediately curled into him, sighing in contentment. It still seemed impossible that such an amazing female would ask to be his, and yet she had. Regardless of where they lived, Tark would be thankful every day for the gift of his mate and their unborn child. They were both a treasure he’d thought would never be part of his life. If being on Zelthrane-3 made his Suki happy, then he would gladly remain there until the day he died. And perhaps it wouldn’t be as bad as he feared. It sounded like a nice place to raise a family.
“You’re thinking too hard,” Suki said.
“Sorry, mate. I was thinking about our new home, and hoping that you’ll be happy there.”
She pressed a kiss over his heart. “I’ll be happy as long as you’re with me. I don’t care where we live, Tark. I only need you.”
He felt her fingers slide along the waistband of his pants before dipping inside. He grabbed her hand and stared at her. She’d nearly died, hadn’t even been awake a full day. She needed rest, even if his cock had been hard since he’d joined her in the bath earlier. Suki’s gaze lifted to his as she grew bolder. She pulled her hand free and unfastened his pants. Suki gripped his shaft, giving it a slight squeeze.
“Suki. Mate. We shouldn’t.”
“Please, Tark. I need you. I ache.”
“You nearly died.”
“It’s not that kind of ache,” she said. She released his cock, then grabbed his hand and put it between her thighs. “I hurt here. For you.”
“My mate. I don’t want to set back your recovery. What if I make things worse? You were unconscious for so long. You heard Healer. He said to rest.”
Suki blinked at him, her eyes wide, and her lower lip protruded a little. He hated to deny her anything. Tark shifted so that Suki lay under him, and he slowly removed her clothes. Her nipples hardened and he groaned, staring at the tempting little buds. He licked his lips and leaned down, drawing one into his mouth. Suki cried out, her hands fisting his hair as he sucked on the tip. He toyed with her pussy. She was soft and slick, and getting wetter the more he touched and tasted her.
Tark switched to the other breast, giving her nipple a slight bite that had her gasping and arching into him. He lapped at the hard peak before tormenting the other side again. He worked his fingers into her tight channel, pumping them in and out, her cream coating the digits. Tark brushed his thumb over her clit and Suki’s body went rigid before relaxing into the bed. She whimpered as her pussy gripped his fingers. Tark stroked her through her orgasm, and didn’t stop playing with his sweet mate until she’d come twice more.
H
e withdrew his fingers and pressed a kiss to her forehead. “Now maybe you can rest.”
“No! We’re not done.”
“Suki, please be reasonable.”
“If you don’t put your cock in me and fuck me right now, I may never speak to you again.” Her jaw tightened and she tipped her chin, glaring down her nose.
Tark tried not to smile and lost the battle.
Suki reached for him, working his pants down his hips enough that his cock and balls were free of the restrictive leather. She gripped his shaft and tugged until he shifted his hips and pressed the head of his cock against her wet slit.
“I need you, Tark. All of you.”
Tark wrapped her hair around his fist and braced his weight on his forearm as he sank into her. He locked his gaze with hers as she stretched to accommodate him. Nothing felt as incredible as being inside his Suki. When he was balls deep, he held still a moment, just enjoying the feel of her wrapped around his shaft. He thrust, slow and steady, every stroke as deep as he could go.
It didn’t feel right, taking his mate with his pants still on, but she didn’t seem to mind. Her eyes darkened and her lips parted. The flush on her cheeks was enchanting. Tark wouldn’t increase his pace, not even when she wrapped her legs around him and pressed her heels to his ass. He rocked into her, sweat slicking his skin from the effort not to take her harder, faster. Tark angled his pelvis on the next stroke and rubbed across her clit as he buried his cock in her pussy.
Suki bit her lip and grabbed his biceps, her nails digging into his skin. It only took a few more times of rubbing against her clit before she was coming. He closed his eyes a moment, breathing hard as he tried to gain control, but when she squeezed him tight with her pussy, he knew he’d lost the battle. His eyes flicked open and he growled as he pounded into her, unable to hold back another moment. Tark took her hard, fast, and so very deep. His hips snapped, his movements jerky as he came, filling her until his release ran out and soaked the bedding.
Tark remained buried inside her for a bit longer, kissing her sweetly. Suki twined her arms around his neck as her tongue brushed against his. The taste of her was enough to make him fully erect once more, but he wouldn’t take her like a rutting beast. He started to withdraw, but Suki tightened her hold on him.
“No. Please.”
“Suki.” He kissed her tenderly. “I don’t want to wear you out. Being with you is amazing, and I would take you all day and all night if I could, but I don’t think it’s in your best interest. You need to finish healing.”
“Take your pants off, then kneel on the bed,” she said.
He narrowed his eyes a moment, but slipped free of her body and did as she said. His mate gave him the sweetest smile before turning and showing him her back. He didn’t understand what she wanted, until she backed toward him, and then sat down, his cock sliding inside her again.
“If you’re worried I’ll work too hard, you can put your arm around my waist and help. Or you can just grab a boob and enjoy the ride,” she said.
“Suki, I don’t think…” And then she started moving, and he really couldn’t think. From this angle, he could go deeper than before. After she sank onto his shaft a fourth time, Tark’s control snapped. He pressed forward, pushing her onto her knees, and he fucked her like a beast. The exact thing he hadn’t wanted to do. He drove into her, his cock kissing the mouth of her womb with every stroke.
Tark reached for her breast and pinched her nipple, giving it a slight twist as he tried to maintain his balance and Suki screamed as her pussy clamped down tight and she came so hard she soaked him.
“Is this what you wanted?” he demanded. “To be fucked? To be taken hard?”
“Yes. Oh, yes. Please, Tark!”
He didn’t stop driving into her until she came again, and then he spilled inside of her. His breathing was ragged and sawed in and out of his lungs. Shame filled him when he realized what he’d done. Withdrawing from his mate, he looked away. Pain filled him.
“Tark?” Suki pressed her palm to his cheek. “What’s wrong?”
“I fucked you like… like you were a whore, and not my mate.” Bile rose in his throat.
“No. No, Tark. I loved what you did, how it felt. The fact it was you and not some random male who paid for me? That makes all the difference in the world. It’s okay for things to get out of control, to get a little wild. I loved that you lost control.”
He glanced at her, trying to decide if she was telling the truth or merely trying to soothe him. Would she lie about something like that?
“Tark.” She pressed a kiss to his lips. “I love you. You’re mine, and I’m yours. Nothing we do together in bed is ever wrong. I like it when you’re slow and tender, and I also like it when you’re rough. My sweet, sexy cyborg… as long as it’s you fucking me, then I’m going to love whatever you do. And if I don’t, or something hurts, I’ll tell you.”
Tark gathered her in his arms and breathed in her scent. “I never want to do anything to hurt you.”
“Then don’t pull away from me, not even emotionally.”
“I love you,” he murmured. “You’re the best thing that ever happened to me, Suki.”
“Let’s get cleaned up and rest until it’s time to leave.”
Tark nodded his agreement and helped her off the bed before following her into the bathroom. As long as his Suki wasn’t upset, then Tark was happy. He would do anything for her, even fuck her like a beast if that’s what she needed.
Chapter Ten
One Month Later, Zelthrane-3
Suki stretched and reached for Tark, but his side of the bed was empty. She should have known he was gone, since she hadn’t woken up wrapped in his arms. Light filtered through the window and she rolled out of bed. Padding across the room, she peered out at the world around her. The suite they’d taken as their home was spacious, and Malin had been correct, it had an incredible view. She could see most of the city.
It had originally belonged to one of the scientists who now lived on Earth. The entire floor was theirs, and the space had been renovated to accommodate a large family. If they had more than one child, they would have plenty of bedrooms. Even though Suki had been skeptical about coming here, she had to admit that she loved her new home. Not just the penthouse, but the city itself. She hadn’t seen so many humans in a long time, at least not walking around freely.
While Suki still preferred to keep to herself for the most part, she’d made a few friends. The Chief Councilor’s mate was really sweet, and Suki found it amazing that the woman didn’t allow her lack of hearing to keep her from doing whatever she wanted. She’d been attempting to learn sign language so she could communicate with Charlotte and Borgoz’s daughter, Arabella. Jacie had become a good friend as well, even though she stayed busy with her four children.
Suki washed and dressed. Pulling her hair back into a braid, she tied off the end and slipped on her shoes. A gorgeous day was too hard to pass up, especially for someone who had been locked up for so many years. As she exited the building, Suki closed her eyes and smiled, lifting her face to the suns. A warm breeze teased her hair and brought a sweet scent with it.
“Suki!”
She opened her eyes and smiled wider when she saw Jennifer and young Wareck heading toward her. She’d met Jennifer and Siril on her first day on Zelthrane-3, along with the other council members. It had surprised her to learn that Siril, a member of the council, was blind. She hadn’t wanted to pry, but she’d been curious how it happened. During lunch with Jennifer one day, the woman had noticed Suki watching Siril and she’d explained that the councilman had lost his sight during a battle. He’d once been a revered warrior among his people and feared across the galaxies.
“Morning, Jennifer!” She waved. “And how are you today, Wareck?”
The little boy shyly looked up at her and smiled.
“We were going to the diner for breakfast and thought we’d see if you wanted to join us,” Jennifer said. “T
ark is with the council. I heard he left before you woke and thought you might be lonely.”
“It was sweet of you to come by,” Suki said.
“You keep to yourself too much. I promise we don’t bite. Besides, there’s someone I want you to meet.”
Suki tried to contain her sigh. She knew Jennifer meant well, but sometimes being around so many people was a little overwhelming. Nodding, she fell in step next to her new friend.
The city was busy, but despite the ever-growing population, they didn’t have issues like pollution, or litter. Terran Prime was the cleanest city Suki had ever seen, considering all the things around to do, and the vehicles that hovered over the city as they zipped from one place to another. Most of those in the city proper walked everywhere they went. Suki didn’t mind. She liked to stretch her legs and enjoy the fresh air. Despite the greenery on the planet, it seemed to seldom rain.
Suki followed Jennifer and Wareck into the diner. A scarred warrior sat at a table with a woman who appeared to be just as damaged physically, and a very cute little girl sat beside her. The girl colored on a piece of paper and didn’t even look up, but the way her head was tilted, Suki could see how beautiful she was.
“Beren. Rena. This is Suki. She’s mated to one of the cyborgs assisting the council,” Jennifer said.
“Hi,” Suki said.
“I thought you might like to meet Rena, since she was also a slave,” Jennifer said.
Suki was in the process of sitting and the shocking statement made her land hard on the bench seat. “What?”
Rena nodded. “My scars are from my old master. But Ryx came to make a trade and ended up taking me back to his ship, where I met Beren.”
Suki glanced at the little girl and Wareck, knowing better than to ask the question on the tip of her tongue. Were you a whore too? Not that it was something she should ask anyway. Some things were better kept to herself.
“Tark, my mate, found me at a…” Her gaze shifted to the kids again. “A trading post.”
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