Page 19 of The Alien's Captive Bride

Azlun’s eyes softened. “I think a part of me knew from the moment I saw you for the first time when you arrived at Tharvis. But I knew for sure the moment our hands touched for our dance at the wedding. But watching you with those mercenaries was sexy as hell. Your strength, your fire... it took my breath away.”

Her heart swelled with emotion. She leaned down, capturing Azlun’s lips in a tender kiss. “For me,” she murmured against his mouth, “it was during our kiss outside during the wedding reception. But especially when you came to rescue me. Not because I needed rescuing, but because you saw me as an equal and a partner. You didn’t try to take over or protect me. You fought beside me.”

Their kisses grew more heated, hands roaming and exploring as they lost themselves in each other. In the midst of danger and uncertainty, they found solace and passion in each other’s arms.

“I feel the same way,”he whispered, his voice rough with emotion. He cupped her face gently, tracing her cheekbones with his thumbs before pressing a soft kiss to her forehead.

As they broke apart, their breathing labored, Venus couldn’t help but notice the way Azlun’s shirt clung to his skin, revealing every hard muscle beneath. She felt his heart pounding against hers, their bodies pressed tightly together.

“You are so beautiful,” he murmured, moving to nip at her earlobe. A shiver of pleasure ran down Venus’s spine and she gasped softly. Azlun’s hands slid down her back, tracing the line of her waist before gliding over her hips and pulling her closer. Their bodies were flush against each other, and she felt the warmth of his arousal pressing against her thigh. His scent filled her nose: a mix of sweat and sandalwood that made her dizzy with desire.

Leaning in again, Azlun’s lips found hers in a hungry kiss that spoke volumes about how much he craved her taste. His tongue danced against hers, slipping into her mouth as he groaned softly against her lips. His hands moved up to cup her breasts through the thin fabric of her dress, squeezing them tenderly before pulling away to trace circles around her nipples through the material. Her breath caught in anticipation and she arched into him slightly.

Azlun’s tongue traced the delicate skin of her neck, kissing and nipping softly before moving farther down. His warm breath fanned across Venus’s collarbone as he reached the edge of her dress, fingers grazing against her skin. He paused for a moment,taking in the anticipation on her face before sliding his hands inside to cup and squeeze her buttocks.

She gasped softly at the spark of pleasure that shot through her core. As he kissed his way down her stomach, Venus tugged at his shirt, wanting more skin-on-skin contact. With a deep inhale, he pulled back just enough to slipped it off in one swift move, revealing his toned torso. Her fingertips traced light circles over his muscles and scars, feeling the heat radiating from his body.

He reached the hem of her dress and slowly raised it past her hips, taking in every inch of smooth skin as he went until it pooled around them on the ground. His moan reverberated through her body as he looked up at her once more; she clung to him tightly, arching into his touch when he brushed against her damp curls. With one last gentle tug on her underwear, it joined the dress on the floor.

Azlun’s hands traced her curves possessively as he leaned in to kiss the inside of her thigh. He groaned, taking in her sweet taste as he licked and nibbled his way upward, refusing to stop until he found her clit. His tongue flicked over it, eliciting a long moan from her lips as she arched into him begging for more.

He slipped his fingers into her folds, teasing until she was dripping wet with desire for him. As his tongue circled her clit faster and faster, Venus’s hips bucked off the ground against his face. Pleasure raced through her as she climaxed.

Azlun licked his way up her body toward her aching nipples. He sucked one into his mouth, teasing it with his teeth before throwing his head back in pleasure as she let out a primal cry that echoed through the empty cave.

He shifted position so he hovered over her once again. He pushed inside her, filling her completely. She gasped at the sudden fullness but welcomed it with a moan as he began to move slowly within her.

Their bodies locked together in an erotic dance. Every thrust sent electric currents through their bodies. The sounds of skin slapping against skin filled the air around them like music—a symphony only they could hear.

Venus arched her back, pressing her body further into Azlun’s as he moved within her. The coiled anticipation and desire she’d been feeling for so long were finally unleashed as they made love. The shadows from the small fire danced around them, making their beautiful intimacy feel secret and forbidden.

She felt his hot seed pumping inside her, filling her and overwhelming her senses with each thrust. Their rhythm was perfect, his strong arms holding her close as he moved with such tenderness and passion. Her hands clutched at his back, digging into the warm skin as he picked up pace, riding the wave of pleasure that consumed them both.

As they reached their climaxes together, Venus cried out softly against Azlun’s mouth, tasting herself on his tongue as he moaned into hers. His muscles rippled beneath her touch. The feel of him pulsing within her was like heaven. She squeezed him tightly before he moved to lay beside her, pulling her into his side.

The next morningbrought new challenges. As they ventured deeper into the Barren Fields, they encountered peculiar, otherworldly creatures—some beautiful, others terrifying. Venus found herself constantly amazed by the diversity of life in the galaxy, even in this inhospitable realm.

They were taking a brief rest when a distant rumble caught their attention. At first, Venus thought it might be thunder, but Azlun’s expression told her otherwise.

“What is it?” she asked, tension coiling in her muscles.

Azlun’s eyes scanned the horizon, his body alert. “Borgar beasts,” he said grimly. “Massive creatures, nearly impossible to kill. We need to move. Now.”

They took off at a run, the rumbling growing louder behind them. Venus chanced a glance over her shoulder and immediately wished she hadn’t. A herd of enormous six-legged beasts barreled toward them, their razor-sharp tusks glinting in the dim light.

“There!” Azlun shouted, pointing to a narrow crevice in a nearby cliff face. “If we can reach that, we might be able to lose them!”

They sprinted to the opening, the ground shaking beneath their feet as the Borgar gained on them. Just as they reached the crevice, one of the creatures let out a deafening roar. Venus felt the rush of air as its tusks barely missed her back.

They squeezed into the narrow opening, pressing themselves against the rock as the Borgar thundered past. For several heart-stopping moments, all they could hear was the pounding of massive hooves and the snorting of the beasts. Then, gradually, the sounds faded into the distance.

Venus let out a shaky breath, realizing she’d been holding it. She turned to Azlun, who was watching her with a mixture of relief and admiration.

“Well,” she said, attempting to inject some humor into the situation, “I guess that’s one way to get the blood pumping in the morning.”

Azlun let out a surprised laugh, pulling her into a tight embrace. “You are remarkable,” he murmured into her hair. “Most people would be terrified, but you... you make jokes.”

Venus hugged him back, allowing herself a moment of vulnerability. “Oh, I’m terrified,” she admitted. “But I’ve got you. And somehow, that makes everything seem a little less scary.”

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