CHAPTER SEVEN
ALEXANDRA
I could not believe what I had just allowed myself to do. I allowed my body to give in to its urges. But these were not regular urges; they were desires for an alien dragon shifter. What had I done? It was so unlike me. I should not be giving this creature pleasure. I should be giving him a piece of my mind at all times. I should be crying and screaming and punching in order to go back to Earth. But yet I was doing the complete opposite of that. I was screaming, but I was screaming in pleasure.
I sat on the bed and looked down at Camilla while she slept. She had a smile on her face. I knew exactly why. She had allowed herself to give in to the urges. Now she was sleeping soundly. I felt like an idiot as I sat there. What must he think of me? He must think that I am this easy human ready to give my body over to an alien abductor. But what did I care what he thought? But I did care. But it was because I had put up such a fight and had been angry in frustration. So now I was embarrassed that I had easily given in. It was embarrassing.
But as I sat there, I closed my eyes, and as soon as I did, I had a flash of him kissing me again. The way he was dominant and just took what he wanted from me turned me on. I could still feel his kiss on my lips. I could still feel his fingers rubbing against my slit. I could still feel his tongue moving over my clitoris bringing me to orgasm. I was getting aroused again just thinking about it. I had to stop. I opened my eyes. I put my hand on Camilla and shook her awake. I needed her to distract me.
“What is it? Are we there yet?” Camilla sleepily said as I sat on the bed.
“No, not yet.”
“Then I am going back to sleep. I am tired,” she said.
She rolled over and fell back to sleep.
Ugh great. Now she would not be awake to distract me. I stood up and paced back and forth in the room. Now I would just be replaying it in my thoughts and then shaming myself all over again. I was still trying to recover from my orgasmic experience. I could not believe that I allowed this alien creature to touch me in that way. I could not stop. It was as if he had taken control of my mind. I had no control.
Was this it? Was this my fate? I had spent years in school and then going to college, only to graduate and then the summer after graduation be taken from Earth. All of my hard work would have been for nothing. Now I was destined to be a captive of some strange alien dragons.
No, I was not going to let this happen. I would not let him seduce me into giving in. I had to figure out a way out of this, but I did not know what. How could I come up with a plan when I didn't even know what I was up against? I did not even know where we were going.
There was a lot going through my head, and I was trying to be very angry and oppose what was happening to me. But every time I let my anger dissolve, I would once again think about the dragon licking my wet slit. Just the vision of him down on his knees between my thighs would send a chill up my spine. It was as if my body and mind were at war with each other. I could not give in the way Camilla had. She had done it so easily, just let her actions be dictated by her desires and her body. But she was always like that. I was the one with more sense and more restraint. Yet, that Dragon was able to pin me against the wall and turn me into a melted stick of butter. It was pathetic. My feminist side was ashamed.
“You have to stop thinking about him, Alexandra,” I whispered to myself. I poured myself some water and drank it. I had been sitting in this room for almost two hours since the incident. I was starting to get some cabin fever. I quietly opened the door and peeked out. Both the captain and the commander were at the end of the ship near the windshield. I took this opportunity to pace back and forth in the hallway. I needed more room than just that tiny little sleeping room.
Then I felt my body getting hot. I stopped pacing and looked down the hallway. The captain was staring at me, and he had a big smile on his face. My face turned bright red. I was very embarrassed, and I knew exactly what he was thinking of when he looked at me because I was thinking the same thing. I was thinking about him licking me. I immediately moved back into the sleeping room with Camilla. I closed the door behind me. I laid down next to her and forced myself to go to sleep. Sleep would be the only way to stop my mind from overthinking everything.
Hours later, Camilla and I were both finally awake at the same time. We sat in the room talking. She was rambling on and on about the commander. She was practically gushing about her experience.
“I can’t believe I did what I did, Alexandra,” then she whispered, “We had sex.”
“Yes, I heard,” I said.
“Oh, right. Well, it was awesome! I like him so much. I can’t get enough of him. He is everything,” she said smiling.
“And… how was it? The sex? I mean, was he like a man in that area?” I asked curiously.
“Oh yes! Exactly like a human man, just bigger.”
“I see.”
“Oh my God, this is going to be so exciting. V says we are going to another planet first. That means we get to see two alien planets! This is so unbelievable.”
“Yes, it is,” I said, still confused about my run-in with the captain and his way of making me cum.
“Oh, come on, Alexandra! Lighten up. This is amazing!”
“Lighten up? We have been abducted by aliens, Camilla! Why am I the only one freaking out?” I said.
“Because you are the only one of us that is so uptight,” she said.
“Uptight? I am not uptight,” I said frowning.
“Oh, yes you are. How many guys were you with in college?”
“What?”
“How many?” she said.
“Two,” I said annoyed.
“In four years! Four years and only with two different guys! You need to live a little. This is amazing, and I would think that a scientist would be more excited about this opportunity. You study creatures of the sea, and now you get to see firsthand creatures of another planet. You are the only scientist able to do this. Be grateful,” she said.
Knock. Knock. “We are arriving on Tiok. Come see,” Commander Roan said through the door.
“Coming!” Camilla shouted happily. She squealed and jumped up. She was out the door fast. I followed. We sat in the front of the ship as we entered the other planet. It was astounding, and I was speechless. Camilla was bouncy and happy at my side. The ship went lower, and soon we were skimming along above a vast village. It was very busy and reminded of something you might see in the Middle East. It was beautiful. There were many other ships flying around, and it was a lot for me to take in.
“Set her down in the landing base, west quadrant,” Ineq said.
“Yes, Captain.”
I watched the two work. They were tense. They did not have the lightheartedness that they’d had before, and I knew that this was serious. I wondered what they were up to and I wanted to see this village badly. Would they let us?
“Look, Alexandra, it is like an airport,” Camilla said as the ship set down among other ships in a large flat area.
“Yes, it is. It is unbelievable.”
“Oh my God; look,” she said as she as other aliens of all different varieties and in various colors were walking around the landing base grounds. My breath caught in my throat. It was amazing.
“Touching down. Landing complete. Shutting down engine,” the commander said.
“Check for any new messages from home. We need to be up to date before making a move,” Ineq said.
He got up from his chair and turned. He looked at me directly and smiled. I felt my whole body flush. I thought about his tongue licking me, and I felt so embarrassed. I looked away from him.
The captain and commander went to the back of the ship. Camilla and I stood at the windshield, looking down on the activity of the base. It was incredible.
“I really want to take a look around,” she whispered to me.
“So do I,” I said as we watched.
“Humans, you will stay here with the commander. I will not be gone long from the ship,” the captain said.
We turned to see the two alien men standing near the door.
“But we will want to see the village,” I said.
“No,” the captain said. Then he turned and opened the door and left. The door closed behind him. He was so damn frustrating.
Camilla and I sat brooding while the commander was in the back of the ship. I don’t know what he was working on, but he seemed very busy.
“What do we do? I want to see the place. We are here. We will never get another chance like this,” she said.
“I know. I want to see it too.”
We were quiet as we thought. Then I had an idea.
“Do you think the commander likes you a lot?” I asked.
“Yes, I know he does. He told me so over and over,” she smiled.
“Then you can probably persuade him to take us out there. What can happen if he is with us? He is armed. They carry guns strapped on to their boots. It looks like a peaceful village. I bet we can see some of it before the captain gets back. At least right outside the landing base.”
“So you want me to do what?” she asked.
“Go use your feminine charms. Persuade him,” I said.
“Okay. Yes,” she said. “I’ll do it.”
“Oh, V!” she shouted as she stood up.
He came out from the back with a big smile for her.
“Yes, Camilla? What can I do for you?” he asked.
“Well, it seems silly to stay here all cooped up on this ship. We have been on it a long time, and we need to stretch our legs and get fresh air. Will you just take us for a short walk? Just right outside the walls of the landing base is good,” she said as she leaned her body against his chest. She ran her fingers up and down his skin.
“I can’t do that. You heard what the captain said. Those are orders,” he said in a husky voice. It was working.
“Yes, but he doesn’t have to know. It is just right there, and we will be back before he knows it. Nothing can happen when we have you are protecting us. A big strong dragon like you will keep us safe from everything,” she said.
He was like putty in her hands as she cooed and soothed him. It made me jealous to see just how well they got along. They were acting like a couple that had been together for a very long time.
“I suppose just a few minutes won’t hurt,” he finally said. Camilla jumped up and kissed him on the cheek. She looked at me and smiled.
“But you can’t go dressed like that. Hold on,” he said. He disappeared to the back and returned with a box. He opened it and pulled out two long cloaks and sandals. I was tired of being barefoot and in a skimpy club dress.
“This is beautiful,” Camilla said putting one on.
“They are. Thank you, Commander,” I said as I pulled on a blue one and sat down to put on the sandals.
“Remember, this stays our secret,” he said as he stood at the door.
“Of course,” Camilla said. I nodded my head in agreement.
He opened the door and led us out. The sun was bright and warm air hit us. I took a deep breath. It smelled like exotic spices and musty desert air. It was amazing.
“This way. Stay close,” he said as he grabbed Camilla’s arm and Camilla grabbed my hand. He led us out onto the base.
“This is a landing base, or port. There are twenty, or possibly more than that spread around the village.”
“Is everyone on this planet like you and the captain? Able to shift into other creatures?” I asked.
“No, there are races from everywhere in space, but we are the only shifters. That we know of, that is,” he said.
Commander Roan led us out the port gates and into the busy marketplace village.
“This a busy place of merchants, a market. There are tables and booths of everything you might want.”
“It is so colorful and beautiful,” Camilla said.
“Is it the same all over the market?” I asked.
“No, the sections are different. We are in the spices and food section of the market, which is what you can smell. In the center is the sale of servants and on the east is where you find parts and mechanics,” he said.
I stopped walking. “Wait, when you say servants, do you mean slaves?”
“Yes, exactly,” he said.
“Oh, that is terrible,” Camilla said.
“Yes, almost as bad as being taken by aliens for breeding,” I said under my breath. Camilla gave me a look to knock it off.
“Come this way. We can get a quick drink over here in this place,” Roan said as he led us toward a busy building.
He stepped inside, and we followed. I recognized it instantly. It was a bar or like a tavern, but it looked medieval. Like something you would see in a movie. It was busy, with all kinds of aliens talking and drinking.
“What is this?” Camilla said. “Alexandra, look.” I followed her gaze to the alien females that were walking around seductively. I looked at Camilla with shock. It was like a brothel.
“We can gather here for food and drink anytime,” Roan said as he sat down at an empty table. We sat close to him. It was a rowdy place.
“So it’s a bar or a whorehouse?” I asked.
“A what?” Roan asked.
“Nothing,” I said. “So what is the drink of choice here? I could use a strong refreshment.”
“I will take care of that. Three Hiwa,” Roan shouted at a purple-skinned female alien walking by. She nodded.
“Hiwa?” Camilla asked.
“Yes, Hiwa. It is what we drink on my own planet. It is very strong.”
The alien female returned with three large cups of the stuff. Roan paid her in coins that I had never seen before. He seemed to be generous because she smiled in return.
Camilla picked up the cup and tasted it. She started coughing a little bit and wrinkled her nose.
I laughed a little bit and picked up the cup and smelled it. It smelled like fresh cut pineapple. I took a small sip. It was delicious but very strong. Roan watched us drink with a smile. His eyes were glued to Camilla. It sort of made me sick to watch the two love birds.
“It’s strong?” he asked her.
“Yes, like you,” she said seductively.
“Oh brother,” I said.
“What? He is!” she said to me.
“I am sure that he is,” I said.
I drank more of the drink until the cup was empty. I felt drunk. Camilla and Roan were obviously enjoying themselves too. About fifteen minutes had passed, and the two lovebirds were in their own world. I, on the other hand, was looking around taking in all the sights and sounds. There seemed to be twenty different languages being spoken. It was absolutely amazing. Then I noticed three aliens walk in. It startled me because they looked exactly like the captain and the commander. They looked like Draqua, only they were dressed differently. They wore full leather, like warriors in a medieval battle. They were tall and just as impressive, but they seemed menacing as they scanned the room. Their eyes settled on our table, and I knew that it was trouble. “Commander Roan…” I said, turning to him and Camilla.
“Yes?” he said.
“The door,” I said. He looked at the door and his smile faded.
“Aeriwana. Shit,” he said.
Then all of a sudden, I got a strange urge to join these Aeriwana at the door, and I did not know why. But I stood up.
“Yes, Alexandra. I think we should go say hello to them. I am with you,” Camilla said standing up with me.
“No, don’t. What are you doing?” Roan said as he grabbed her hand. But I was already stepping away from the table. I had no control.
“They have mind powers,” I heard Roan say in the distance, but it did not register. I walked straight up to the first Aeriwana with gleaming green eyes and just stood there, and before I knew it, Camilla was at my side with Roan chasing her. The Aeriwana turned and walked out the door into the market and Camilla and I followed without question.
“Stop this! Let go of their minds!” Roan shouted as he yanked at Camilla and me. I fell to the ground from the force.
Bam! One of them punched Roan, then the other as they ganged up on him.
“No!” Camilla shouted.
“Stop!” I shouted.
They punched and kicked him; it was not a fair fight. Then Roan burst out of the group as he shifted into Dragon form. The men were thrown from him. I heard shouting and looked down the alley near me to see more Aeriwana coming. Now he would really be outnumbered. Roan was fighting and holding his own in a fist fight, but only for a second. When the others arrived, they had him on the ground again. Camilla was screaming. Then I saw her thrown over the shoulder of an Aeriwana.
“Camilla! Let her go!” I shouted, but I lost sight of her in the crowd. My screaming caught the attention of an Aeriwana, and he came at me. Then, bam! He was knocked off his feet by something large that flew by. Then I was lifted into the air. I knew instantly that it was Captain Ineq Shun. I could tell from his hands around me and his scent. He flew straight up the building and set me on the roof.
“Don’t move,” he growled.
“But,” I began to say, but he dove straight down and hit the pile of Aeriwana on top of Roan with such force that toppled them over. He landed and fought off a few more before picking up Roan and flying back to me. He said nothing but scooped me with his other hand and flew away.
“But Camilla. They took Camilla. We have to get her!” I shouted, but he did not respond.
He flew directly to the door of his ship. The door opened, and he set me down beside it. He carried the unconscious Roan inside and laid him on the floor. As I stood by the door, I heard shouts. I looked out toward the village and saw a group of Aeriwana cutting through the market crowd toward us.
“They’re coming! Ineq!” I shouted. He came to the door and looked in the direction.
“Shit. Get in,” he said grabbing me. He closed the door and ran to the flight deck. I ran and sat in the chair next to him. He turned on the engine, and the ship hovered above the base, then it flew across the land. He flew far and fast and then stopped the ship and let it hover.
“Help me,” he said as he got out of his seat. I followed him to the back.
“How bad is he?” I asked.
“Bad. Open the door to the sleeping room,” he said. I did as he asked and he carried him in. He lay him down on the bed and strapped him to the bed.
“That’s going to do for now. Come on; strap in,” he said. I followed him to the front and strapped into my seat. Then the ship shot straight upward.
“Up? What are you doing?”
“Leaving. Going back to Kelon. He needs a healer now,” he said.
“But Camilla. They have her. We cannot leave,” I said.
“We cannot go back for her with just us. There are too many of them,” he said.
“But—”
“No buts!” he shouted at me. “If you had stayed on the ship, this would not have happened! You are the reason your friend is gone, and the commander is on the brink of death!” he shouted.
I wanted to shout back, but he was not wrong. I did do this. I was to blame. The sky outside the ship went from blue to black as we entered space.
I watched the commander as he pressed buttons and did his work. I felt so guilty. Poor Camilla; she must be terrified. I hoped that they did not hurt her. When would we be able to get her? I wanted to ask all these questions, but the hard scowl on Ineq’s face let me know that I should not speak at all. I was fighting back tears.