Page 27 of Her Immortal Mate

I use the leverage of my legs wrapped around him to ride him harder, my body craving more of him. Every thrust sends me higher, my back scraping against the tree bark, but I barely notice the discomfort. All I care about is feeling him deeper, harder.

His breathing becomes ragged, the muscles in his neck straining as he pounds into me. "Fuck, I'm going to come," he grunts, his grip on my ass tightening.

Suddenly, his hand reaches up, fingers tracing the sensitive inner edge of my wing. A jolt of unexpected pleasure shoots through me, so intense it's almost painful. I gasp, my body tensing as a sudden orgasm rips through me. It's unlike anything I've ever felt, stealing my breath and leaving me shaking.

Eike's eyes meet mine, a wicked grin spreading across his face as he feels my body clenching around him. "That's it, Mae. Come for me," he growls, slamming me down onto him one last time.

His cock pulses inside me, filling me with heat as he finds his own release. My body convulses around him, milking him for every last drop as we ride out our pleasure together. The world around us fades away, leaving only the intensity of our connection.

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EIKE

The forest thins as Mae and I emerge near the makeshift camp. Dozens of vrakken and humans scatter between the trees, dismantling tents and loading supplies onto floating platforms held aloft by magic. The morning sun filters through the canopy, making me grateful for the sun glamour still holding strong.

"We need to move faster." I scan the clearing, noting the organized chaos. "The dark elves won't stay distracted for long."

Mae nods, her copper hair catching the light. "I'll help the medical team pack up."

"Be quick." I watch her weave through the crowd before turning my attention to the guards posted at the perimeter.

The next few hours blur together as we shepherd people east, having them follow the convoy Brinda and Raziel lead. My wings itch to stretch, but I keep them tight against my back as I walk alongside the group. The humans tire quickly, unused to the pace, but none complain. They know what awaits them if we're caught.

Soon, I spot our destination. The cave entrance appears unremarkable – a jagged slash in the mountainside barely wideenough for two to walk abreast. But I feel the magic humming beneath my feet, calling to the power in my blood.

"Single file through the portal," I command, positioning myself at the entrance. "Keep moving once you're inside. You will be directed to your assigned sectors."

The humans gasp as they pass through, the wildspont's magic washing over them. The cavern beyond sparkles with veins of pure magic threading through the stone walls, casting everything in a soft, pulsing glow.

"It's beautiful," Mae whispers as we pass through, her green eyes wide and able to take the space in this time. "Like the northern lights trapped in crystal."

Some people collapse against the walls in exhaustion while others immediately begin unpacking. The air thrums with possibility, with the promise of safety.

"Welcome home," I mutter, more to myself than anyone else.

I lead Mae deeper into the tunnel system, our footsteps echoing off crystalline walls. The magic-infused veins pulse brighter as we pass, responding to my presence.

"These chambers branch out for miles," I explain, ducking under a low archway. "Natural formations carved by the magic flow."

The space opens into a circular room with smooth walls and a domed ceiling. Crystalline formations jut from the ground like natural columns, their faces reflecting the magical light.

"Perfect sight lines." Mae walks the perimeter, her nurse's eye assessing. "High ceiling for air circulation. Those crystal formations could work as privacy screens between beds. We'll need to figure out storage though."

"The back wall." I press my palm against the stone, feeling the thrum of magic. "We can shape small alcoves for supplies."

She raises an eyebrow. "Shape them?"

I demonstrate, channeling magic through my hand. The rock softens like clay, allowing me to carve out a deep shelf. "The stone here responds to our magic. Makes it easier to create living spaces."

"That's... incredibly useful."

We continue through a twisting passage that opens into an even larger cavern. A waterfall of pure magic cascades down one wall, casting rainbow reflections across the chamber.

"This could be the main hall," I say. "Communal dining, meetings, gatherings."

Mae spins slowly, taking in the vast space. "The acoustics are incredible. And that magical fall – it's like liquid auroras."

"It also purifies the air." I stretch my wings slightly, enjoying the open space. "The magic saturates everything here. Makes it easier to maintain glamours, heal injuries."

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