Every once in a while something changes

dated for 3/15/24, the morning after this thread

He had been warm, comfortable, and content sleeping beside her. It had been a considerable amount of time since he had last shared a space with another entity besides his pale-feathered friend. While he hadn’t missed it, per se, Stjornuati could not deny the feeling of comfort that came with sleeping alongside another. He almost let it keep him there, instead of going about his morning. Almost.

Extracting himself from Kajsa’s side had been difficult, but worth it. His morning hunt had been successful, and he carried his prize in bloodied jaws: a rather fat fox, who had no doubt been gorging on one of their caches. Its inky charcoal fur had made it easy to spot, and the wolf had descended upon the creature with little fanfare. The same way he brought the kill back to his den, the undeniable curiosity slinking through him as he made the final approach—

Was she still here?
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Not once did she wake from the snowy night. Never did she feel cold or out of place, but rather safe and sound. An odd, but seemingly familiar warmth washed over her in refreshing waves, fighting back the bitter bite of the mountain. As if she had a golden protector.

Morning came all too soon as the dancing rays clawed their way through the den, piercing the womans eyes. A soft, groggy groan left her lips as she recoiled furthef i to the man, seeking his assitance before drifting back into a peaceful slumber.

The last time she had laid with another was in her previous life. Which, she didnt know was when. Time here could be different and she'd never know, but if she was honest - she didnt want to. Being held by the Stareater was a new and elicit feeling. It was powerful and divine, soothing and exhilarating. All which were peculiar emotions to feel after sharing a bed for a single night. But things were... different. Like there was a silent understanding between them that this wasnt just intimacy. It was linking their souls to one another in a consensual act.

So when the man pulled himself away to wander out into the open, it took her a moment to realize. Only when his spot grew cold did Kajsa finally arise.

Groggy and blurred vision, the stone woman tried to blink the sleep away. "Stjornuati?" She questioned softly as her honey eyes scanned the vacant home.

When no answer came, Kajsa released a sigh. She should have known better. A pump and dump. He had left her. Gods, how stupid could she be!? Thinking the Alpha of the pack would stay with her. All she was, was a quick fuck.

Just the thought alone sent her into a blind rage before his muffled voice floated to her ears. Instantly, that piping hot fury was vanquished with freezing ice. "You came back," she murmured more so to herself than him. A quiet confirmation that he didnt leave her.

Her confused and raddled expression shifted to curiosity when she saw the fat fox wedges between his jowls. "A successful hunt I see," she said with a hint of a smile. "A fine breakfast for your efforts," the woman teased with a wisp of a teasing smirk.
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You came back.

An eyebrow raised, silently questioning her logic. Though, even if his mouth hadn't been full, he would not have spoken. It was his den. Why wouldn't he come back? It made no sense to him, this statement or her visible relief, but who was he to know the mind of a woman?

His tail flicked behind him once, an acknowledgement and appreciation both that his efforts were appreciated. Only when he had set the fox down, tongue sweeping across his own bloodied lips, did he speak. “Móðir always feasted greatly when carrying börn. She spoke of feeding marga munna. Many mouth.”

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Right. She was in his home. His den. His space. There was never any reason for him not to come back, and yet he did. He could have stayed out until she left, leaving her a clear sign their tryst was done. That the events of the evening were a one time thing. And yet here he was, standing before her with a large fox dangling from his jowls.

As the man sat down breakfast, she couldnt help but get caught on his moments as he licked his lips. Without thinking, and without much thought, the woman broke the small distancr and allowed herself to gently lap at his lips. A small, simple aid in removing the bloodstained blemishes from his otherwise perfect pelt. Nothing would dim his light. Blemish him. Not while she stood.

Kajsa took a moment to stand there before realizing her breach of space and immediately took a step back. She had no right to impede on his space. The leaders space. Cheeks flushed a rosy hue before his words hit her ears. In return, they flickered, pivoting towards him. Carrying börn? Many mouths? Did... did this man think she was pregnant?

Eyes of amber grew wide before giving the man a small smile. "We do not know if I carry. I do not deserve such kind and high treatment, Stareater." It was true. While she wouldnt mind bearing his children, and even liked the thought, she didnt want the man to think he owed her anything. Kindness, or even a second thought. Hell, parts of her even worried he would think she got pregnant on purpose. Had slept with him to bear bastard children.

Its why this was so important. To ensure he didnt have these thoughts, or give her false hope of something more.
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He allowed the closeness, allowed the touch, and better than that, he enjoyed it. He rumbled pleasantly, tail sweeping the air for a moment before she stepped away. And yet, he did not allow her to create that distance, matching her step back with a step forward; garnet met gold and held them, captured them as if he were closing fingers gently 'round a butterfly. Would she flutter away so quickly now?

Would he let her?

He saw the look in her eyes, a grin forming upon his mouth as he realized. “The mother of this one's börn deserves all. And if not this time, then next...” He took another step forward. “Or next.” His head tilted, ducked slightly as he walked her back into his -- their? -- den. “Or next...” His grin widened, lecherously and pleased. “As many times as Kajsa needs and wants.” For he was a man, and he would enjoy it every time.

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The woman was a bit caught off guard at their little dance. As she took one step back, he took one step forward. Any distance she tried to put between them was quickly swept away by the brute. Then again, did she mind? No. It was attractive when a man knew what he wanted. So, seeing Stjor react so confidently gave her a small boost.

Her tail lightly wisped across the den floor as he continued to back her up into his den, and a low growl rattled her ribs. It wasnt menacing or mean, but of contentment. Eyes of amber flickered to his as she listened to his words, and she could have sworn her knees buckled.

A small, devious smile played onto her lips as she took a step forward, colliding into his chest. Her skull rubbed against the base of his neck, before allowing her tongue to rasp over his skin. She made a trail from the crook of his neck to the lower part of his ear, where she whispered, "I will let you take me whenever you want." Her words matched her scent that seemed to increase whenever she was close to him. There was just something about him that made her bones ache for his presence.

Parts of her itched for another round, to ensure her womb would be full of his children. Plus, judging by his demeanor and his words, he probably would happily accept. Fulfilling the duty of bearing his children and ensuring his family lineage was an honor. Even more so since she was still relatively new to this pack and domain.

However, Kajsa took this moment to take a step back and look at him. Her eyes again found his own, searching for something that may lay underneath. While she enjoyed the attention he was giving her, and wanted to keep it on her, she also didnt want to birth children that would be bastards and left to raise them alone. So, she needed to know his intentions. Was this a fling, or was this suppose to be more? At this current moment, she didnt really mind either. Just needed to know her place.

The marbled lady stood before the man, her eyes unwaivering as she finally asked, "Why do you want me to bear your börn?" It came out a bit harsh, to which she followed up with, "I do not mind, and am happy to fulfill that role. More than happy," she cooed as she tried to hide her eagerness. "But just wish to know the intentions of this... situationship."
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