Kari stayed flopped on the bed while Nevis walked around the room and threw open the thick curtains.
“You should come here and check this out. You haven't seen the view yet.”
The omega looked up and saw the other slave standing in front of large windows. He beckoned him forward and Kari hauled himself off the bed before dragging his feet across the carpet towards Nevis. He realized with a start they weren’t actually windows, but doors inlaid with large glass panels that led out onto a balcony.
The beta carefully opened the door and Kari stepped out into soft afternoon sunlight. He gasped at the sight in front of him and ran to the railing to stare in wonder. He could see the yard below with people training and the stone wall surrounding the manor.
But it was the city sprawling beyond that took his breath away. The afternoon light cast the city in a warm
The two slaves had finally finished cleaning one of the private entertaining rooms located off the bedroom and were heading down to the kitchen.Kariwalked a little behind Nevis, who chattered away and pointed out different things. Kariwas wary about the other people here and especially his outfitand collar. He had quickly discovered while cleaning that bending over was a terrible idea and to kneel instead.What the hell was the point of wearing something so fitting? He was feeling a little mollified about the whole thing once he realizedNeviswasn’t lying about no one else caring.They passed many people in the hallways and stairwells as they made their way down into the kitchens in the belly of the manor. And while they all looked at Kari, their gazes were filled with curiosity and lingered on his face, hairand especially his tattoo.Not a sing
That voice caused an embarrassing reaction in him when he said his name like that-like he was somehow caressing him with his words alone. He took a deep fortifying breath before jerking his gaze up to meet amused golden eyes. Curse the man, he knew exactly what he was doing to the little omega. The alpha patted his lap and Kariblanched. He expected him to what? Sit like some pretty little doll at his lap while his so-called master worked? He caught Troisglaring at himand nudging his headfrom beside the desk and swallowed his pride. He wanted to argue, scream that he would not bow down but that would just make him seem more like a child in the scowling beta’s eyes. He had decided to play the game for now, right? Gritting his teeth, Kariwalked forward, feetthumping petulantly against the soft carpet. He slowly sat on Ryedir's lap and fought down the urge to tur
A week of good food and rest had done wonders for Kari’s appearance.His skin glowed with health, his ribs no longer stood out starkly against the thin material of his clothing, and he was brimming with boundless energy. He was everything that had been hinted at under the pallor of sickness and more. As he improved and become more and more himself, he only became more and more distracting to Ryedir.The little omega was an intriguing mix of confidence and defiance with those fiery blue eyes and short temper, yet he would almost purr in delight over sweets. When caught in the embrace of sleep, he would be as pliant and cuddly as a little kitten, yet any mere mention of sex or nudity would leave the slave an embarrassed, stuttering mess.It all seemed so contradictory, and what a delicious combination it made. Add in the drool worthy appearance, Daiyanpower, and possibility of bearing childr
When he came around, Karifound himself lying flat on his back against something cool and hard. He opened his eyes as he forced himself to sit up and groaned at the headache thumping behind his eyes. A bleary look around showed him what appeared to be jewelersshop and he was sitting on the polished stone floor near the back of the shop. Pruesat next to him and held out a large green, round object. The top was cut away and he could make out something fleshy and white lining the inside. Inside that appeared to be water. “What is this?” “It’s a coconut. This is a young one, good for drinking as it has lots of water inside. You passed out from the heat so you need to drink to make sure you recover.” “A young coconut?” He stared down at the object in his hands in confusion. “Coconuts are fruit. The young coconuts are green and have lots of wat
There was a grunt and a thud in front of him and the slave looked up to find Ryedir grappling with another man dressed in faded brown leathers. He caught the glint of a knife in the assailant’s hand and gasped. Ryedir grunted again and managed to grab the hand that held the knife, forcing it back away from his throat. Kari’s heart thumped loudly in his chest as he still struggled to regain his breath. The unknown beta in the room was an assassin! He was trying to kill Lezzker! He didn’t think andjustthrew out his hand, unconsciously trying to will his ice across the floor so he could help the alpha. Nothing happened and in a panic, he tried to force it. All he got was a glimpse of his beloved serene pool that indicated his power-lush grass in soft rich soil surrounded the pool but the pool itself was empty, the rocks lining the bottom still bone dry.
Ryedirstared down at the dead assassin bleeding out over his plush carpet and tsked. It had been a while since anyone had bothered to even attempt to take his life. The man was nondescript looking and the alpha knew he would have nothing on him that would point to the mastermind behind the plot. This man had been good, he had to give him credit, scaling up the side of the manor in the dim light of the early evening and even able to get a hit in on Ryedirwhile he was unarmed. Although it would have been a different story had the little omega not been there, but he had not been willing to take a chance of Karibeing used against him. No, that one was a treasure of great worth-when he wasn’t being stubborn, that is. An anguished scream tore him from his musing and Ryedirspun around with sword raised, intent on killing whoever attacked Kari. &nb
Ryedirmade a noncommittal sound at theback of his throat but didn’t reply further. Laretwas an excellent healer and almost fanatical in her care. Not just regarding theirphysical health, but also mental health. This was especially true for bonded pairs and she was more than happy to take every opportunity to state her mind on just how to strengthen those bonds. Which had resulted in a rather hilarious sex talk with himself and Kari. Laretwas oblivious to social cues and had given a rather long and detailed list of sexual activities that did not need bonding, as though they were adolescents fumbling through sex. He almost snorted at the thought. He couldn’t fault Laretfor her overzealous care, especially as it had proven exceedingly entertaining watching Karistutter in mortification. The memory dulled his anger somewhat and Ryedirstood with Karistill in his arms.
Kariwoke up feeling tired and groggy and groaned as the feeling hit him full force. He went to roll over but was stopped by something around his waist. Eyes snapped open and he came face to face with a muscled chest. It took a few moments to realizethat his pillow was not actually a pillow and instead a bulging bicep. A soft rumbling croon reverberated out from the chest in front of him and Karifelt his body relax, the rigid tension he wasn’t even aware of draining from his body. He cursed his traitorous body before placing his hand on Ryedir’s chest and shoved, moving himself backwards so he could scowl up at the smirking man. “You can stop that,” he said irritably. “I’m not some crying kid that needs comfort.” “No one ever said you were, little one.” Kari’s eyebrow twitched at the way the alpha referred to him.He already know that he was small. No need