Mind Over Matter Ch. 04

The few peaceful moments Kai enjoyed with Claire filled him with a feeling of contentment he seldom experienced anymore. He never wanted to leave her, and he dreaded the thought that she may leave him should their paths diverge.

Though a bit unsettled now, Kai was still tired. Just looking down at the lithe form resting on him was soothing, and it was only a few minutes before sleep was ready to welcome him into its arms.

*****

Kai opened his eyes to the feeling of soft lips against his. It was still night. Claire's arms were around his neck as she kissed him tenderly. His eyes closed again to allow his others senses to overcome him. Her lips were soft and warm and comforting. He had no desire to break free of the lock around his neck.

There was so much for him to appreciate. Her intoxicating smell and her smooth skin was familiar now, but just as captivating. The feel of kissing her was different this time however. As Kai move his hands to slowly come around her back, he melted against the passion the succubus conveyed through her touch. It was slow and tender...and loving?

By the time the two finally separated to look into the other's eyes, Kai was wide awake. Claire only smiled sweetly, and gently tilted Kai's head to the side with her hand. He was then taken by the wave of pleasure that cascaded out from where Claire kissed his neck.

Without stopping, she reached to pull off the cloak over Kai's shoulders. Through the haze in his mind Kai was able to recognize she may have trouble with the rest of his clothes, and sat up to help her. He was promptly held down by a firm hand. Claire stopped her advances to look right into his eyes. Kai relaxed back against the tree in submission.

Satisfied, she let a small smile show in victory. Placing her right hand on the neck of Kai's shirt, she slid the open palm down his chest. Kai watched as the fabric appeared to burn away, flameless, behind her slender fingers. She returned to kissing his neck as her hand neared his hips, returning Kai's attention to her. Claire began to leave kisses down the front of his body while the remains of his top disintegrated behind him.

Kai couldn't feel the cold air. His senses could only accommodate Claire. There was no feeling-no world-outside of him and her. There was only the feel of her perfect skin, the lingering taste of her lips, her smell, exquisite curves, and the sound her breath against him. Any discomfort Kai may have felt against the tough bark of the tree was nonexistent.

Claire had reached his hips. She grinned at him with a confidence that caught Kai off guard. The demon pulled at the waist of his pants now, exposing his desire. Claire took a moment to admire her prize, before gripping the base and sending a wave of pleasure up through Kai.

She had him, and they both knew it. Her attention ignited his lust like nothing else. He had laid with women before, all very attractive in their own way. Kai would trade the sum of his time with them for a minute with Claire. For all of his brilliance and all of his will, he was a slave to her desires. Claire did not rush this moment.

Slowly—excruciatingly so—she began to move her hand up and down. Kai desperately wanted her to increase her torturous pace, but did not move in fear of her stopping altogether.

She looked at him again. Her dazzling blue eyes bore right into him. She was in absolute control. Having seen this understanding in her lover, she rewarded him. Hot breath came over Kai's member as Claire's mouth moved closer. Slowly, she ran her tongue lasciviously up the length of his cock. When she reached the top, her lips pursed into a kiss that engulfed the head in delicious, pleasurable warmth. Without looking down, she continued to take the rest of Kai into her mouth. Kai found euphoria as he slid inside her and into her throat.

When she finally reached the base, Claire purred in satisfaction. The delightful vibrations in her throat were almost too much for Kai to handle. Claire was encouraged when Kai let out a moan of his own, pleased she could elicit proof of her talent. The feeling of sliding out of Claire was just as incredible.

Claire would go on to repeat this motion again and again, with the same deliberate slowness. It was only a few minutes before Kai felt he could no longer hold back. Claire, sensing this, drew her head back.

The succubus got up to place her knees on the outside of Kai's thighs. Dazzling blue eyes came level with striking purple eyes. Without looking down, Claire brought Kai's right hand to her breast. Kai hadn't noticed her discard her clothes. As soon as he touched the soft skin, the Umbra mark appeared along with her black wings and tail. They took nothing away from her beauty.

Kai's member was torturously trapped between his body and Claire's very wet folds. She raised herself up to tease the head, rolling her hips but not letting Kai slip in any farther than she wanted him to.

When it was clear Kai could not take a second more, Claire lifted her hips completely away. Her tail lightly wrapped around his length to hold him directly upright. Smiling devilishly, she leaned it to move towards Kai's ear, kissing his cheek along the way.

"You're mine," she whispered, before suddenly plunging her hips to join Kai in ecstasy.

*****

Kai jolted up from the tree, temporarily blinded while his eyes struggled to adjust to the morning light.

Kai looked around quickly to reorient himself. His sudden movement had woken up Claire, who had shifted to rest against his chest.

The tree was hard against his back. As Kai slowly sat up Claire pulled lightly at his shirt for attention.

"How was your sleep?" she asked.

"It was..." Kai couldn't help but notice the twinkle in her eye.

"Let's get to the city," Claire said. She held a wide smile.

"Okay," Kai agreed after a second.

*****

"I am curious, what do you do this for?" Matteus inquired.

"What do you mean?" Galleon asked back.

"Well, your job certainly seems like a lot of work and you don't seem like the kind of man to take simple pleasure in it."

*****

Claire looked at Kai as he considered his answer.

"The Church destroyed my previous life. I owe them a debt..."

*****

"...A debt of gratitude. The Church saved my life and gave me a purpose."

"Ah, I wonder what great deed has our magnanimous Church done to deserve the loyalty of the noble Galleon! So now you live to serve the Light and defend its followers, is that it?"

*****

"That's why you take from keeps then? It gives you small retribution and the means to continue living."

"Yes."

"Is that what you want? To continue living?"

Kai was caught again by the sudden probing question, and then surprised by his willingness to answer.

"I can't simply die."

"You live in contempt of the Church and seek revenge. You poke and prod at the beast but lack the means to be more than a nuisance. This must wear at you; to live every day and to achieve your goals and yet not accomplish anything at all. You throw yourself at their swords because your life isn't precious to you," Claire said. She paused to settle her thoughts and make sure the pieces had fallen correctly into their place in the puzzle.

"And that's why you saved me on the beach," she concluded, piercing blue eyes looking right into Kai. When he turned to look at her, she frightfully considered she had spoken too much.

"I'm sorry, Kai! I'm grateful of course, I didn't mean-"

"No," Kai interrupted. He stopped walking and Claire did as well.

"I think you may be partly right. I don't believe my life is precious, perhaps. Maybe I'm secretly hoping for danger to grant me death, but that's not why I saved you on the beach."

Claire was only a listener now, intent to hear the reason for his sacrifice.

"No, life is precious," Kai amended. He continued slowly, "I didn't try to save you because I didn't value my life. I tried to save you because I valued yours more."

Claire stood in silence, shocked by Kai's admission and unsure of the breadth of its significance. She could tell by Kai's eyes that he was too.

They were close, they both knew that. Their mutual attraction was obvious and both persons found much to be appreciated below the surface. Physical intimacy was inevitable because of Claire's nature. For all of the speed in which their affection had risen, to what extent had it grown?

Furthermore, what was her purpose? She was a demon in a human world, chasing answers for her capture. How would she find what she was looking for? What would she do if she did?

"Daelor is close," Kai said, motioning back towards the path.

Claire's eyes snapped back up from the sapphire pendant resting between her breasts, Kai's beautiful gift to her.

"Come on, you can admire yourself later," Kai smiled.

*****

"Save your questions for another time."

"And waste this delightfully crisp forest air? It truly does feel great in the lungs," Matteus said. He drew an exaggerated breath to accentuate his point, and then went on. "You're quite interesting, you know. If the Church really was as inspiring as it claimed, all of our knights should be as valorous as you, shouldn't they? They aren't unfortunately, but I suppose that their lackluster traits only makes your armor shine brighter. So something must have happened to you. I just need to find out what it is."

"Could I trade an answer for an hour of quiet?" Galleon suggested.

"No no, I'm having too much fun now. Although, I would very much appreciate you telling me if I am able to ascertain the correct answer. Hmm...Saved your life and gave you a purpose. Were you a smith bored with crafting weapons for others, desiring deeply to wield a sword and shield for yourself before the Church recognized your potential?"

"I was in Zyndale seven years ago."

Galleon earned his hour of quiet.