The Hunter's Serenade Ch. 02

"No, Kira. I'm not going to do something to you. But I will if you keep sitting on me like this." Kira shuddered at the threat and quickly rolled off of her, creating a bit more space between them in the confined space of the bunk. The tension remained, but the immediate crisis seemed to have passed, leaving the trio in a moment of uneasy calm.

As Kira lay between Sev and Serina, she contemplated the strange mix of emotions that were swirling within her. The undeniable warmth she felt for Sev clashed with her reluctance to step on Serina's toes. However, there seemed to be some unspoken understanding between them. Kira's mind whirled as she thought about how the dynamic of their relationship might unfold.

Yet, a reminder of Sev's duties to his family name also crossed her mind, hinting at a potential path to fulfill her desires. Her heart pounded with a mix of uncertainty and excitement at the prospect of becoming another one of Sev's wives. Having been with Sev for a significant duration, she was well-versed in the traditions and creeds of being a Valkorian. The intricate knowledge of his people's ways played in her favor, making the idea of joining his family circle feel both credible and enticing.

Adding to her already strong relationship with Sev, this desire now seemed to verge on the feasible. Not wanting to get ahead of herself, however, Kira felt uncertain about how to approach this proposition. She had just become a human less than twenty-four hours ago, after all. Deciding to bide her time and not get too hasty while she became more adjusted to her new life, Kira resolved to wend her way through her evolving feelings and relationships with patience and care.

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A couple of weeks had gone by since Kira's transfer into her human body. In that time, she had absorbed a plethora of information about the basics of being a living person—learning to eat, bathe, and handle her other needs. Kira had grown increasingly comfortable in her own skin, but her world continued to unfold almost entirely within the confines of Sev's ship. Due to his protective nature, Sev insisted on her staying onboard for safety reasons. While she didn't argue with the one she still considered to be her owner, she occasionally grew weary of the same old cabin. Rarely allowed to venture out, her limited excursions were reserved for supply runs or meetings with Sev's arms artisan, Roxy. Even then, Sev kept her close to his side.

However, Kira found solace in performing her crucial duties whenever Sev and Serina embarked on their jobs outside. She contributed remotely from the ship, keeping herself busy and engaged. Adapting to a physical body presented its own ongoing set of challenges, making her usual tasks more demanding, but Kira considered these hurdles to be just a part of what made everything in her new life more fulfilling. The tangible nature of her existence added a new layer to her contributions and experiences.

In terms of her relationship with Sev and Serina, Kira had never felt closer to them than she did now. She found herself increasingly enamored of Sev. His caring nature and strong masculine traits were even more compelling to her than they had been when she was a virtual entity. Her attraction to his male characteristics, combined with her body's instinctual affinity for the opposite sex, only amplified her feelings.

Kira's bond with Serina had significantly strengthened, evolving into a sister-like connection as Serina helped guide her into the mysteries of womanhood. But the pixie-haired bounty hunter couldn't ignore her growing awareness of Kira's attraction to her lover. It was impossible to ignore. The natural attraction exerted by her newly embodied experience only added to Kira's already existing closeness with Sev. Serina tried her best to pay all of this as little attention as she could.

But looked at in a certain way, Serina found Kira's attraction to Sev flattering. Serina was proud of her man and empowered by her own relationship with him. Knowing that she and Kira in a sense both shared this desirable man, she occasionally indulged herself by teasing Kira, playfully kissing Sev on the lips when she knew Kira was watching, or engaging in other intimate gestures that Kira would be unable to overlook within the intimate dimensions of the ship.

Kira's physical presence added an intriguing dynamic to their group, but it came at a cost to Serina and Sev's intimacy. The constant closeness to their innocent companion robbed Serina of her private time with her lover. Discretion was a continual challenge; had Kira had a bed of her own, maybe Sev and Serina would have been able to carve out some moments here and there for themselves. But instead, they all slept in the same bunk. Adding to Serina's frustration, Kira persistently slept in the middle, physically distancing Serina from Sev. The lack of privacy and the constant close quarters tested the boundaries of their relationships in new and unexpected ways.

Kira and Serina sat across from each other at the ship's small dining table, indulging themselves in some fresh Komoy fruit they'd picked up from a local market. After too many shipboard days of consuming processed MREs, this small luxury was something they both relished. The vibrant colors and juicy flavors of the fruit added a welcome burst of freshness to their otherwise routine meals.

Sev was out handling some job that he insisted on performing alone, leaving the two women to their own devices. Serina scrolled through her datapad, nibbling on a cut piece of fruit, while Kira just sat there, awkwardly wondering if today was the day she would admit her desire to become Sev's second wife. The longing had been nagging at her remorselessly, getting worse the more time passed by, and only intensified by their constant proximity to him. After much contemplation, Kira felt that it was finally time to share her feelings.

Kira believed it was best to inform Serina, Sev's first wife, of her desire up front, aiming for transparency to avoid blindsiding her and potentially jeopardizing their strong relationship. Despite feeling anxious, Kira sensed that Serina had developed a soft spot for her and that their shared interest in Sev was a significant factor in their bond. The need to thread delicately through this welter of emotions and desires weighed on Kira as she prepared to broach the topic with Serina.

"Hey, Serina? Can I talk to you for a moment?" Kira asked, nervously fiddling her thumbs. Tilting her head, Serina looked up from her datapad, offering a welcoming smile.

"What's on your mind, Kira?" The warm expression helped Kira to relax a bit.

"Um, I know this might stir up some feelings, but I've been thinking about it for a while," Kira began. Serina arched her brow, taking a deliberate bite from her fruit, curious about where her close companion was headed. "We've been really close lately, haven't we?" Serina nodded slowly. "So, I hope what I'm about to ask doesn't upset you too much."

"Why would I be mad? Kira, what are you up to?" Serina replied, her tone tinged with suspicion. Kira's face flushed with embarrassment. What she was about to ask was a huge step in the dynamic of their relationship. But taking a deep breath, she composed herself.

"I- I was wondering if it was okay for me to..." Kira began but couldn't finish. Serina nodded, encouraging her to continue. Taking another deep breath, Kira hesitantly said, "Is it okay for me to ask Sev if I could be his second wife?"

On hearing those words, Serina nearly dropped the piece of fruit she was nibbling. A flurry of emotions crashed within her. She couldn't quite articulate her feelings. This was an unprecedented situation for her. Recalling her discussions with Sev about the possibility of taking on other women ignited a surge of jealousy in her chest. While she understood his responsibility to ensure the future of his family, she remained convinced that he needed no one but her. But now that Kira had taken on human form, Serina felt a growing awareness that she might eventually have to share Sev with another woman.

Serina considered the inevitability of the situation given the closeness between Kira and Sev. Her amber eyes locked with Kira's turquoise ones. Initially tempted to give Kira a wicked glare, Serina sighed heavily as she observed the sincerity in Kira's expression.

"Uh, Serina? You probably don't want that, do you?" Kira cautiously asked, disappointment evident in her voice. "I just thought that I'd let you know first since you are his first wife." Serina was flattered by her thoughtful gesture, which helped ease her tension. She remained silent, as she struggled to formulate how to explain her feelings to Kira.

"I- sorry, Serina... I understand if you don't want to share Sev..." Kira sadly spoke, interpreting Serina's silence as a rejection of her proposition. Serina, conflicted and overwhelmed with emotions, didn't want to share Sev with any other woman. Yet, the trust that was building between Kira and her suggested they could coexist. Chemistry-wise, they seemed compatible, but the prospect of Kira becoming a second lover to Sev stirred jealousy within Serina at the same time that it oddly aroused her.

As Kira slowly stood up, Serina shook her head back into focus and halted her. "Wait! Kira, wait..." she urgently called out. Stopping, Kira sat back down, anxious yet hopeful to hear whatever Serina had to say. Sighing, Serina continued, "Tell me the truth about your intentions. Do you genuinely care about Sev?" Kira quickly nodded in agreement.

"Of course, I care about Sev. We've been together for my entire existence. He's quite literally everything to me," the gray-haired girl replied.

Serina nodded but added, "Yes, I understand that... But why? Why now? You didn't seem interested in becoming human until I came around. Is that a coincidence, or am I just acting a little crazy?" Kira blushed. Serina's words struck a chord of truth; her recent ambitions had undeniably been inspired by Serina and Sev's intimate interactions.

Concluding that revealing the truth behind her intentions would help ease Serina's concerns, Kira took a deep breath and said, "No, you're not crazy... What you say is true. The truth is... the truth is that all of this, me becoming human, was because of you." Serina's eyes widened. "Of course, I cared about Sev, but seeing you with him made me feel things. I was jealous that you were taking his attention away from me, and how much better you could fulfill him than I could. I was happy that you were able to do that for him, I truly was. But as long as I was stuck being virtual, I knew I would never be able to fulfill Sev like you do... So I thought that if I could become just as human as you, Sev would pay more attention to me again, and I could make him happy, too, just like you do."

Serina felt flattered and a bit guilty at Kira's confession. She had certainly been aware that Kira was jealous of the attention she was diverting from Sev, but not to this extent. Nevertheless, she congratulated herself for correctly having sensed that Kira's intense interest in becoming human was about more than just realizing her full potential. However, she did appreciate Kira's honesty.

"I- uh, thank you, Kira, for being honest with me. I know Sev means a lot to you," Serina replied, with as warm a tone as she could manage. Kira offered a small smirk in return. However, seeing that she was hiding more behind her nervous eyes, Serina couldn't help but feel suspicious. "There's more, isn't there, Kira?" she added. Kira's eyes lit up with embarrassment, and she averted her gaze. "Kira, if you want to pitch your proposition to me, you need to tell me everything."

Abashedly shaking her head, Kira slapped her cheeks. "Augh, it's too embarrassing!" she exclaimed.

"Come on, Kira. You can tell me," Serina assured the former AI. Kira looked up at her and gave a slow nod.

Taking a deep breath, Kira finally revealed the deeper truth behind her intentions. "Ever since you've been around... I've been observing you and Sev, uh, having sex..." Her admission caused Serina to blush in embarrassment. "The way he makes you sound made me curious about the nature of intimacy with another person. I started to imagine what it would be like if I were to be in your shoes. To be touched and loved by Sev..."

"Kira! You perv! You were watching this whole time?!" Serina exclaimed.

"I'm sorry! I couldn't help it! I don't know why!" Kira tried to explain herself. Her face was red hot, and she was so embarrassed for Serina and herself. "I- I just can't explain why! Perhaps it has something to do with my unique AI matrix that the doctor told us about. Ugh, I don't know!" Not being able to handle these strong feelings, she stood up and dashed toward the bunk, shutting the curtain behind her.

Serina was left baffled by everything that had just happened. She wanted to feel revolted. But feeling like their big conversation had been cut short, and that it was unfair to reach any judgments without the full story, she put those thoughts aside and checked on Kira. Slowly opening the curtain, she spotted Kira sitting in the corner hugging a pillow, Sev's pillow. She clearly looked distressed and very anxious. Serina's eyes widened, as she saw that Kira was crying as well.

Serina's initial shock gave way to a mix of empathy and concern. Crawling gently into the bunk, she settled herself next to Kira. "Kira, I'm not mad that you were watching us... I'm just a little embarrassed, that's all," Serina explained, her tone softening. "But it's okay. We're all exploring unknown territory here."

Kira looked up, her tear-stained eyes meeting Serina's gaze. "I didn't mean to invade your privacy. I just wanted to understand. I'm sorry."

Sighing, Serina placed a comforting hand on Kira's shoulder. "Look, I appreciate your honesty. We're a team, and if you have questions or concerns, I will try my best to help you answer them. You must be feeling strange about all of this. But I'm here for you, always."

Nodding, Kira wiped away her tears. "I didn't mean to complicate things. I just... I wanted to be closer to Sev, and becoming human was the very best way I could think of."

Serina gave a small smile. "Being human doesn't automatically solve everything, Kira. But let's figure this out together. Is what you feel for Sev truly genuine?" Kira gave an assuring nod.

"Yes, my feelings towards him are genuine. When he touches me, talks to me, and protects me, I feel all warm and happy inside. He's just so amazing and, um, attractive... I want to be closer to him. No, I need to be... But the last thing I want to do is to step on your toes. I know how much you mean to him."

"Hm, he is amazing, and he is very attractive," Serina chuckled in agreement. Perhaps she could reconcile herself to Sev taking on another lover. If she was inevitably going to have to do it at some point, maybe this was the best-case scenario for her. The woman in question was a close companion of hers, and she was already significantly intertwined in her and Sev's relationship. Sighing, she gave a confirming nod to herself before continuing, "If you truly feel that way about Sev, I suppose it might not be too bad ...sharing him with you. It would be selfish of me to keep a man like him all to myself."

Kira's eyes widened in surprise, her earlier anxiety slowly giving way to an immense sense of relief. "Really??" she asked, a mix of disbelief and gratitude in her voice.

Serina nodded, her smile widening. "Really. I know how attached to him you are. And I can't deny that you're important to both of us. Let's work all this out together, alright?"

Kira's face lit up with a bright smile. "Thank you, Serina! I promise I'll do my best not to make things awkward," she happily exclaimed, lunging at her and pulling Serina into a warm embrace.

Serina chuckled and returned the hug. "Awkward is our new normal, Kira. But we'll figure it out somehow. Now, all we have to do is to come up with a way to tell Sev about this." Kira just hummed happily as she rubbed her cheek with hers.

As they settled in the bunk, they delved into the details of how Kira planned to broach the topic with Sev. The conversation naturally progressed to Kira's transition into a formal Valkorian, a process she was already familiar with. However, the discussion soon shifted to the more delicate subject of intimacy with another person.

It was a bit awkward at first since Serina wasn't used to openly talking about the more private aspects of her life with another person. However, the comfort and trust between them allowed Serina to ease into the conversation.

Kira, though embarrassed, wasn't entirely naive about the mechanics of physical intimacy. Her observations of Serina and Sev engaging in such activities had already provided her with a basic understanding. Her curiosity had more to do with the emotional aspect, and with the actual sensations that accompanied the physical acts.

"I know it's supposed to feel good... But how good does it feel?" Kira inquired, her cheeks reddening. Serina mirrored the blush.

"I uh... It feels good... Like really good... It's like a void in your body being filled. Agh, it's a bit hard to describe until you actually experience it," Serina admitted, her hand absentmindedly rubbing the back of her neck. Trying to describe the pleasures Sev could stir within her caused her to flush warmly. Kira nodded slowly as she sat cross-legged in front of Serina. "But Sev is a very good lover; he will make you feel so good, I can assure you of that."

Kira felt a strange, tingly sensation at Serina's assurance. "I believe you. I mean, based on how you sound when you do it, it must feel amazing," she unwittingly commented. Locking eyes with Serina, Kira noticed her face displaying a mix of embarrassment and mild irritation at Kira's curiosity.

"Ugh, Kira!" Serina hissed, her tone carrying a hint of playful annoyance. Kira quickly bowed her head in apology. Rolling her eyes, Serina let out a quiet chuckle.

Joining in with a chuckle, Kira cautiously added, "So, I'm aware that the size of male appendages can vary. Is... Sev... you know?" Serina's eyes widened, understanding her question.

Using her fingers, Serina indicated a measurement of Sev's endowment. Kira's eyes widened as she observed the length. "Yeah, it's a good eight inches..." Serina quietly muttered, her face flushing at the thought of how well her lover measured up.

Mimicking the measurement with her own fingers, Kira pondered how that might feel. "Wow, that's big... I'm a bit scared he might, you know, be too much for me to handle."

Serina couldn't help but chuckle at Kira's concerns. "Hm, I suppose it might hurt a little at first since you're, well, a pure maiden. But it will feel better soon after, trust me," she assured her gray-haired companion.

As they continued to discuss their shared love interest, Serina gradually became more comfortable with the conversation. It was fulfilling to connect with another woman since she spent most of her time with Sev. They giggled like schoolgirls talking about naughty things. She hadn't had this much fun in quite a while.

Kira and Serina were feeling excited and anxious after their long, heartfelt conversation. The inherent naughtiness of their discussions had stirred up intense emotions, leaving them both hot and riled up for Sev. As for Kira's proposition to become his second wife, they crafted a rather simple plan. Serina suggested that the best course of action was to be upfront about it. Given their existing relationship, she was confident that Sev would gladly accept Kira. Serina felt a sense of responsibility for Kira's potential introduction into their dynamic. Her initial jealousy had transformed into hope and excitement, as she looked forward to having a fellow sister wife.