“Yes, ma’am.” He grabbed his cock and positioned it under me. I lowered and rolled my hips, taking every inch of him. Moans and gasps escaped both of us, and I rode him like my life depended on it.
He flipped us over and flung my ankles over his shoulders. One more stroke of his cock over my clit and he pushed into me. I might have screamed—maybe it was his name or some profanity. The look of pure satisfaction on his face told me what I needed to know. He enjoyed it as much as I did.
The tension built in my core the faster he thrust into me. I watched him inch closer and closer to losing control. My legs shook first, then everything felt like too much and I came, stars blotting my vision. Tai followed me with an erotic moan.
He collapsed next to me and kissed his way down my shoulder. Blindly I fumbled around on the wall next to the bed. My fingers found my towel hanging on a hook past my nightstand. I dragged it over and we cleaned ourselves off.
I was preparing a flimsy excuse about why he needed to get dressed and get out of my room when he dragged me to him, flipped off the light, and snuggled deep into my hair.
It was the best night. Ever.
That is, until the morning and he pushed me off the bed, and I hit the ground, bruising my tailbone.
Fucker.
I have no difficulty remembering all the reasons why I hate him now. That’s what I need to remember, the ending. I need to keep that memory at the top of my mind, especially with us sharing a room now.
“Good night, Tai,” I say and press my eyes closed. As if that could block the memory.
“Good night, Sunshine.”
EIGHTEEN
Bri
“Hi, there.” I cautiously approach the h’axom I’ll be riding through the desert for the next few days. The enormous animal is twice the size of a horse and covered in short, wiry fur. The long up curled eyelashes and drooping trunk give it a friendly face. Mine looks docile enough as it lazily chews on its lunch of dried grass.
First things first, how am I going to hoist myself on? I size her up, the bottom of her belly level with my shoulders. She’s nearly as wide as she is tall.
“Their wide abdomens store water for the long treks across the desert. They are very special animals,” Hot-Breath says from behind me. I jump in surprise. I didn’t realize he was back there. “They are only found here, on Sabaak, and their organs are valuable for many things. Their glands specifically are used for very fine cosmetics,” he says with pride.
My ears heat with anger. It pisses me off that someone would kill these amazing animals for something as trivial as makeup.
I awkwardly lift my leg and try to get my foot in the stirrup that is out of reach.
“Allow me.”Hot-Breath grabs my waist and heaves me into the air. I get my foot in the footrest and push myself up the rest of the way. The amount of exertion he had to use to get me up is not good for my ego. I settle into the cushioned seat, my legs spread-fucking-eagle. My bare legs rub uncomfortably against the rough fur.
“Good girl, Daisy. We got this.” I lean down and pat her side affectionately, also to double-check that she’s still alive. The other h’axom are stomping around and she’s hardly moved.
“Daisy?” Tai asks from atop his h’axom. I glare at him, annoyed that he looks so comfortable sitting on his ride, while I struggle to find a workable position.
“I named her Daisy. Isn’t she such a pretty girl?” I coo at her, oozing as much sweetness into my tone as I can. I love Tai’s dramatic eyeroll every time I put on this syrupy voice. He thinks I don’t notice, but I do, and now I make it a point to make sure he’s close enough to hear it.
Tai rolls his eyes and shakes his head. I steal a glance at the brethren who are tending to their mounts and flash a middle finger at Tai when I’m sure they aren’t watching us. Unfazed by my gesture, he flips me off in return. I must be rubbing off on him, because he’s mastering the subtleties of these human mannerisms quite well.
Boss directs his h’axom toward me. His looks fast and athletic, in sharp contrast to mine.
“I picked the calmest one for you,” he says.
“Maybe a little too calm,” I say.
Ignoring my complaint, he says, “It is my honor to travel ahead of the group and prepare resting places for you today.”
I’m grateful. Daisy isn’t the most comfortable ride, and it’s going to be a very long day.
“Thank you.” Hopefully this journey will be much better than stumbling around in circles. All with the added bonus of being away from Boss all day.
“I trust you will tend to the goddess en route,” he confirms with Tai. I wince at the condescending tone.
