Page 41 of Mated By Twilight

Robotically, Leah picked up her fork and obediently shoved a bite of pasta in her mouth. The rich, slightly tangy, herby sauce was really good. She made a sound of delight as she chewed. Her face was still burning, and it wouldn’t likely go away soon as her mates were both grinning at her, supremely satisfied about something.

She didn’t know what. She didn’t really care.

She was wrestling with the idea that, apparently, she was looking forward to mating her males. Something she would never have guessed would happen. Not based on what she had been taught about sex. But she was. And she realized that it was probably going to happen sooner than she thought.

Chapter 18

Sollit

Third meal was a lovely affair. It was nice to spend time with Leah. It was even better to see how well she responded to them together. However, as they left the restaurant, he stepped back so Tillos could pick up her hands and kiss her fingers.

“Here is where I leave you,” he said kindly.

And to Sollit’s delight, Leah looked displeased. “You’re going? Why?”

“Because I am giving you time with Sollit alone.”

“But…” She looked back at him. Sollit wrinkled his nose at her, grinning, but she wasn’t relieved. She turned back to Tillos. “I thought…”

“I’ll be back,” Tillos assured her. “Sollit gets you alone for half a mark, then I’ll get you for half a mark. And then we’ll continue together from there.”

Sollit came up behind her, putting his hands on her shoulders. He kissed the top of her head. Taking a moment to enjoy her scent. He couldn’t place it, but it was distinctly floral. An Earth flower maybe? He hoped so. It gave her an exotic edge that he rather enjoyed.

“We want you to be used to us both,” he told her. “And since you’re used to mating one-on-one, we figured we could get to know you separately and it would be easier for you.”

“But is it easier for you?”

She was so cute. Looking back and forth between them. Clearly concerned about them and what they needed. It was sweet. Even more so considering she wasn’t used to this method of mating. He adored her all the more for her thoughtfulness.

“Of course,” Sollit promised. “You can’t have both of us all the time. Sometimes, we’ll divide up tasks and chores, and only one of us will be with you at a time. We share you, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have a relationship with us separately.”

“Okay.” She looked back and forth between them once more before nodding. “If you’re sure…”

“We are indeed.” Tillos released her hands, stepping back. “In fact, I’m going to go prepare a surprise for later. Look forward to it. Sollit, take care of our mate while I’m gone.”

“You can count on it,” Sollit promised, grinning as he embraced her from behind. She was so delightfully soft and warm. He just wanted to lay on her like a pillow.

Later, he promised himself, letting her go to take her hand. He beamed, thrilled when she smiled back at him, as he pulled her along down the small street.

Space stations came in a variety of different shapes, styles, and quality. Jin-Raun was one of the wealthier stations. From the outside, the shape was that of a hollow square. That allowed ships to connect to tunnels both on the inner and outer walls. The various restaurants and businesses lined those walls, leaving a walkway down the center that went the entirelength of the space station. There were various points along the path where it widened allowing for lovely fountains, sculptures, gardens, or rest areas. Everything was designed to be beautiful and delicate in appearance – though they certainly were not. Free floating space stations were designed to withstand being pelted by meteors or other space debris – up to a certain size. Since they weren’t within a solar system, there was less of a chance of it happening, and the whole station could be moved in case the sensors detected anything incoming, but the outside was still armored as a precaution.

From within, where Sollit walked with Leah, hand in hand, they strolled under beautiful canopies lit by the soft glow of wrought iron lanterns. It was dreamy, soft, and romantic. There was a fountain nearby somewhere that he could hear but not see, as well as the soft song of birds that was doubtless from speakers, not real animals.

But the atmosphere was very real, and effective. Leah relaxed, leaning her head against his arm, as she smiled. Sollit had a destination in mind, but he wasn’t in any real rush to get there.

“Do you have any questions for me?” He asked, smiling at his cute little human mate. Well, his soon-to-be mate. Though, the distinction did seem to be rather pointless.

“Questions? Like what?” She looked up at him. Her nose was so cute and round at the tip. Her cheeks a soft, warm pink. Her lips slightly parted, begging for sweet kisses. It was really unfair just how adorable she was.

“Anything. Mating two males is unusual for you, right? Humans only mate one person.”

“That’s… mostly true.”

“Mostly?”

She made a face. “I know that there are those that mate more than one person. I’ve never actually met anyone like that though. My religion condemned such a thing, and most of the women at the shelter were trying to get away from relationships. But I do know that it doesn’t usually involve siblings. At least, I don’t think it does.” She frowned, looking up at him. “Be honest with me, Sollit. Is thisreallywhat you want? Youwantto share with Tillos? Not just that you do it because it’s expected of you, like, culturally.”

Sollit smiled. She was so sweet and considerate. “Thank you for worrying about me,aevea. But I don’t think you really understand. Tillos and I… we can’t be separated. We are one.”

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