Toran became infuriated that I remained standing and returned his punches and kicks.The angrier he became, the less efficient his attack was.I maintained a cool head, concentrating on his intentions and his movements.Although the fight lasted only several minutes, it seemed so much longer as Toran pounded at me with not only his fists and feet but also his hatred.
Finally, I downed him with a spin kick to his head, and he landed flat on his back.He lost consciousness for about a minute, shook his head, and looked up at me, eyes full of disdain.Surprisingly, his cronies stood back and didn’tinterfere, which was fortunate for me.I don’t think I could take all four of them.I would have tried if I thought they would hurt Evalee.
I only felt a twinge of guilt for using psi to best Toran: that and my chackrin training were the only advantages I had.Following my training, I offered Toran a hand up, but he practically sneered at me.Hesitating for a moment as our gazes locked while he weighed his options, he shook his head and pushed himself to his feet, swaying just a little.
“I don’t need your help,” he grumbled defiantly.Yet I sensed uncertainty in him.He could hardly believe I beat him even though he was bigger and heavier.He turned to walk away and glanced back briefly before he strode down the street with his allies flanking him.
Only then did I realize my lip was bleeding as I read the thought in Evalee’s mind.
“I’m okay, sweetheart.”
She lunged into my arms and wrapped hers around me, hugging me fervently.“Thank Goddess!I just don’t understand why he hates us so much.” She said against my shoulder.
“Someone told him that Trakellisans killed his brother in that mining skirmish, so he hates you all and me because I love you.He is hurting himself so much more than he’s hurting any of us.
Chapter Eighteen
Evalee
We went inside the clinic and back to our office, where I helped Lanimer get cleaned up.
“Are you sure you’re alright?” I asked, searching his face for signs of discomfort.I sensed that he was in pain, and I could see it in his eyes.
He smiled faintly, then winced because of his sore lip.“I’m a little battered and bruised, but I’ll be okay.All those workouts paid off.”
I shook my head.“He would’ve killed you if he could.He hates you so much; it practically radiated off him.Even a non-empath could feel it.Here, I have some nanite drops to stop the bleeding and heal your mouth.”
I added a couple extra to help with his pain and bruising.By the time he changed his uniform, it was time for his first patient.We finished the day without incident, and Lanimerfelt much better by the time we headed home.
We had a message from Nasir with an offer to pay for our formal attire for the spy mission.Lanimer declined and said we would buy our outfits.With only a few days left before the gala, we logged into the AI system after dinner to choose what we would wear.I chose a lovely purple gown that complemented my lavender skin and elegant matching boots.Lanimer added a splendid amethyst pendant necklace, matching bracelet, and clip for my hair.
I helped Lanimer pick his suit, which was an elegant bluish gray with a jacket that fastened off to the side in the front and a silky white shirt to wear under the coat with elegantly tailored matching pants.He decided he did not need new shoes to go with his suit as he had several pairs that would match.
Although it was still early, we went to bed right after that.As we held each other naked, Lanimer said, “Baby, I want you so much, but my body’s still aching from this morning.”
I nuzzled his neck and kissed his throat.“Well, baby, I think I can help you with that.You can just lay back, and I’ll do the work.”
“Oh, I like the sound of that,” he chuckled, and we kissed.
My precious darling. I can’t understand whyanyone would ever want to hurt such a kind and caring man. Beloved mate.
I let all my love for him fill my mind so he could feel it as we kissed and caressed. He echoed it back directly into my mind, triggering the most exquisite waves of euphoria I’d ever felt. We were completely enraptured in each other through our mental and physical lovemaking.
Lanimer rolled us over so I was on top of him as I had planned. As my body pressed down upon him, my breasts flattened against his chest, and my mons pressed against his erection. There was no hiding that I wanted this as much as he did.
I loved Lanimer with every kiss and caress as I moved over his body to take his cock into my mouth. He groaned in pleasure as I sucked on him, and he sent it back to me, making my nipples and clit throb.
He let me know when he needed to be inside me, and I moved on top of him, impaling myself on his hard cock. His elation flooded my mind, compounding my enjoyment of our physical connection. Knowing I could give him that much pleasure was exhilarating.
As I rocked over him, riding his cock, he caressed my breasts and plucked at my taut nipples. I was in Lanimer, and he was in me.Everything around us faded until all I knew was him and the pleasure of our joining, taking us to the pinnacle of bliss as we came together in a mutual orgasm, and we soared in ecstasy born of our love.
Lanimer
The governor’s mansion was the most lavish estate I had ever seen. A gleaming white, multi-tiered structure, it was set against a rockface in the desert, miles from any other dwelling. The semi-domed tiers were walled in tinted glass.
Although we arrived only a half hour after the appointed time, the designated hovercraft lot was over half full. We had a fairly long walk to the house in the cool evening air. I wouldn’t simply drop Evalee at the door and leave her there unprotected while I parked the hovercraft.
We didn’t know these people, and considering recent events, we had no reason to trust them.Security was tight at the main entrance, and the staff checked everyone’s invitation to make sure no uninvited guests slipped in.The lavishly furnished house spoke of untold wealth and decadence.
