Next stop? The stars
Ruun didn't return to the dorms. I guess Sea's Matriarch was placated by her winnings from the troll race. Don't worry--Ruun shows up again later.
My life isn't all orgies, though I do enjoy a good feast.
I've impressed enough clients that Rat holds two offers in his hot little hands. He doesn't care which I take--he earns either way as the broker.
But I get to vet each client first. Try before I buy.
I've been primped, pampered and transformed. My ink is hidden, my hardware removed (but safely locked away). Rat's only disappointment? My human toes. I refused the illusion of hooves. I'm proud of my small amount of humanity dominating in weird ways. Not many demons have real breasts.
I stare at the mirror, flabbergasted by the classy, elegant creature staring back. I didn't know long hair could look that good. Diamond dangle earrings, a matching tennis bracelet, and three rings sparkle under the light. I know they're real.
Gods, I want to fuck her.
'What is expected of me tonight, hun?' Always good to know who I'll play in tonight's fantasy.
'You're the girlfriend of a powerful merchant. His Matriarch's visiting to negotiate marriage contracts. You're posing as his fiance for the night.'
'Full demon?'
'Top of your range, dewdrop. You'll be singing for your gods tonight.'
Anticipation makes me shiver. I rarely take demon lovers--unless they're imps. Recently, I've realised I have a fetish for smaller partners. I like control.
'Is it a Matriarch challenge or is he dominant?'
Rat laughs, shrugging. 'No idea. It's your culture. You figure it out.' Then comes his signature slap on my hout couture gowned arse. 'He'll be here soon. Parlour.'
I wait, barely breathing, terrified I'll break something expensive. The door opens.
And in he walks.
He's glorious. So damned pretty it hurts. Pure muscle, over seven feet tall, mirror-polished horns. We'll make a handsome couple.
I stand, suddenly shy.
He holds his tuxedo'd elbow with suave polish. 'Please, Pet. Where are my manners?' He tucks my hand into his arm. 'Mother doesn't like waiting.'
I take his cues, submissive in my wing lore, pulled in close. His expression brightens with approval as he leads us to a horse drawn carriage.
(Oh my gods. I'm a fucking princess tonight!)
We stop ten blocks away, the ritziest part of town. I wait for him to help me down, mindful to not rip my dress. Rat would kill me.
His deep voice murmurs in my ear as we enter a glamorous restaurant. 'I'm Dray. We've dated two months. Head over heels in love, blessed with all four connections. Engaged two days ago. Mother's old school. Don't speak unless addressed. Follow her lead.'
That's the full job spec.
I'll fill in the blacks with half-truths--easier to remember. He's positively human in his chivalry, ordering drinks without consulting me.
Then she arrives.
Bespoke leather armour over a long silk skirt. Sword on display. Her hair's coiled in an old-fashioned updo with gold detailing and just the right amount of intimidation. Her horns curl back in long arcs, gleaming with polish. A flash of decorated hooves peeks out beneath the skirt.
She greets her son with a full-on lip kiss--deep and lingering. When she finally releases him, she strokes his cheek with pride.
I can smell soil in her creases. She's proper undertown stuff.
'You could leave the second necklace off, Pet.'
He nearly rips the offensive chain from his neck, stuffing it into his pocket, flustered
It's going to be an interesting night.
They chat as we eat. I'm ignored. I don't care.
Beef. Chicken. Roasted animal flesh has never tasted better. I can't remember the last time I had real meat.
Soft touches, gentle caresses--all add up to a single question: just what is the relationship between mother and son?
After my third drink, I'm into this role. She finally burns me with her glare. If looks could kill, I'd be ash.
'Soul weapon?'
'Gun.' Her disgust is instant.
'Clan?'
Maybe I should whip my pussy out and get this over with.
'Mon'Ktha of Unter.' Her disgust lessens-- marginally. It's a powerful clan.
And that's it. She stands. We follow. I gave the waiter my dorm address for the leftovers.
Bound to Orbit
In a swank living room apartment, she sips her wine. Dray helps Matriarch undress. Is this really happening? Even this crosses several demon taboos. I keep my expression schooled as I sip water.
My wings twitch as she steps out of her skirt, biceps strapped above a six-pack stomach. Oof. Yowza. Her muscles have muscles. Fine, with a capital F. I'm afraid my wings give me away--they flutter and flare. Her eyes rest on me, a curious smile tugging her mouth. My response is noticed.
Dray slips a silk purple robe over her, offering her a cigar with a light.
My wings clamp tight. My dad died of cancer.
Her gaze snaps to me. 'Does this not please you, Pet?'
I bow my head. 'Forgive me, Mother. Smoking is banned in overworld culture. I'm un-accostomed to this tradition.'
Please put it away.
Dray's glossy black hooves appear in my eyeline. I hear something land on the far side of the room. My wings open again.
'Undress her.'
Dray silently removes my dress, leaving me in lingerie and discomfort. Matriarch circles me. 'You're blended. Can you withstand the stamina of us pure bloods?'
My wings flare on instinct. Oh boy. I like where this is going.
She shifts her weight onto her left hoof, jutting a hip as her wings stretch wide. 'Human blending. Percentage?'
'Seventy-ish, thirty-ish.'
Dray holds out a harness. I step into it. He tightens the straps around my waist. My fuck-me heels don't help my short stature. I get no robe.
Dray returns to his Matriarch, hands behind his lower back, eyes down, feet apart. He waits.
Oh my gods. I knew it. He's truly Mama's whipping boy.