Saphir was naked and it didn’t bother him in the least whereas Ashton tried to hide himself Saphir sat there in his naked glory totally confident and secure. Slowly Saphir pulled him into the circle of his arms and together they lay back down upon the comfort of Saphir’s bed so big and luxurious. Ashton breathed deeply once again of the fresh cool scent of pine and rainwater it filled his lungs and energized his body. His fox was settled and relaxed in the arms of his dragon.

"My dragon is in love," Saphir commented as he positioned Ashton's head on his shoulder and pulled him flush to his side.

“My fox is in heaven.” Ashton whispered and without thinking raised his hand and laid it upon Saphir’s chest. The contact was electric and in a wanton gesture he slid his hand down the center of Saphir’s chest stopping just short of what he most desired.

“Don’t stop love you are mine and I am yours explore to your pleasure.” The fact they were mates kept surprising Ashton bringing back the amazing power and reach of Fate. She made her own choices for her own reasons and Ashton was completelyfloored by the gift she chose to bestow on him. This magnificent dragon this man this body and soul had been given to him.

“You’re beautiful.” He said not knowing what else to say since he was so overwhelmed by what was happening between them.

"You're the beautiful one, my love. You're so sweet and clever, loving and loyal. Your brother is very lucky to have you. You've had his back from the beginning and have never faltered."

“He would do the same for me.” Ashton blushed at the praise.

“I’m sure he would.” Saphir agreed and slowly rolled Ashton onto his back while draping himself over him.

Saphir looked down at Ashton and Ashton saw into the dragon's eyes those eyes that asked so much, and they showed a side of the fierce dragon that few probably ever saw. Ashton saw vulnerability in that stare, and it touched him deeper than anything had before. Ashton was scared and he was unsure, but he wouldn't miss the chance of having this amazing man in his life for the world.

Saphir kissed him in a full, passionate embrace that sent lovely chills up and down Ashton's spine, and a heady pleasure swamped him. His need overruled everything else in his mind. His fox was ecstatic and craving the touch of the dragon. Saphir's naked body was pressed to his, and the heat was immeasurable.

The kiss went on and on, each exploring and getting familiar with the other, and every minute, Ashton could feel his lustful desire burning him up. Saphir slipped out his tongue to touch Ashton's, and then he thrust forcefully inside, aggressively mapping every inch. His taste was exquisite, and Ashton couldn't get enough.

Their bodies meshed together perfectly even though Saphir was so much larger. Ashton pressed his hard cock against Saphir's firm hip, and Ashton could feel Saphir's hard, thick erection throbbing against his thigh. The moment was becoming electric, and the progression was rapidly heading in the direction of no return. Was he ready for this?

"We can take this as slow as you need it to be, but I will never let you go. Your place is forever here by my side." Saphir made the solemn pledge while trailing hot, wet kisses along Ashton's jaw and down his throat. Ashton's mind was a swirl of need and emotional overload, and it was marvelous. He moved, thrusting his painfully engorged cock against Saphir. He held firm and allowed Ashton to seek a measure of satisfaction.

His hands, his lips and his body all conquered and crushed any hesitancy or reserve and laid Ashton’s longings and his cravings bare. He wasn’t a shy innocent he knew what he wanted, and he wanted more of his mate.

“I want you Saphir.” He said it and it came from the depths of somewhere he never knew existed. He never longed for someone like this never ached for their touch and craved their taste and their scent. This was supernatural and born of a power that was universal and natural and destined.

Saphir took his lips once again in a savage embrace. The dragon was reaching out to Ashton; he could hear the call in the back of his mind, and he answered. Saphir moved down Ashton's body, slowly paying attention to every moan, every tightening, and every shiver. He was playing Ashton's body like a fine instrument, and he was bringing forth the best and sharpest effects. Ashton's body was doing things and reacting in ways that bewildered and bemused. This was lovemaking at its absolute finest.

He attended to every inch of Ashton's flesh, stirring and sensitizing, bringing him to the edge again and again. He then slid lower, rubbing his stubbled cheek against Ashton's heated cock. The sensation was intense, and Ashton felt himself tighten, and his breath caught in his throat.

Saphir wrapped his lips around the sensitive head of Ashton's cock, and suddenly Ashton felt awash in a trembling response. His entire body was hot and vibrating with the need for more. He tried to thrust, but Saphir held him still and teased, bringing him to the brink but not letting him come.

Saphir wanted to devour his little mate, take him, and claim him to thrust inside and fill him with his essence and mark him as his own. However, the little fox, although enthusiastic, displayed a shyness and insecurity that held Saphir back and led him to take it slower but with a powerful intent. He would allow this to go slow, but every contact would be meaningful and intense.

He wanted his fox, and he wanted all of his body and soul. He took him to the root and, at the same time, inserted two fingers into his heated channel. Ashton trembled and bucked and then began shallow thrusts, which Saphir took, allowing the fox to seek his satisfaction. He thrust his fingers deep as Ashton arched into Saphir's greedy mouth, and he felt his channel walls tighten around his fingers, and it was immensely gratifying.

Saphir took him rough and fast, swallowing him down and burying his fingers deep within his heated channel. He was speeding him to the edge, and he felt his body stiffen and arch as Ashton mewed sharply and then came. It was a release that rocked through Ashton's entire body. He was panting andreaching for Saphir, tunneling his fingers through Saphir’s hair and holding him solidly as he continued to spasm and pant.

Ashton slowly came down from the peak of his climax, but his heart continued to beat rapidly, and his breathing was ragged and fast. His eyes were closed, but as soon as Saphir released his now softening cock and let it slide from between his lips, Ashton's eyes sprung open, and he held fast to Saphir's gaze.

He placed a proprietary kiss on the head of Ashton's cock and then pulled his fingers from his hole, having stretched and roused his mate. It was prep for later when he hoped to claim his mate. Ashton moaned deliciously when he removed his fingers. Saphir was tempted to push for more, but then he saw how exhausted Ashton was. He needed to rest and repair and get ready for a claim that was sure to rattle his bones, but in the best way possible.

Ashton suddenly realized that he was holding Saphir's hair in a death grip and gradually released him but let his hair slide lustfully through his fingers. Ashton was almost there.

The little fox was begging to be claimed, and his dragon was pushing for Saphir to complete the bond. Ashton closed his eyes and slowly his body relaxed. Saphir moved up to lay beside him and pulled him flush to his side both him and his dragon needed the security of contact.

"My fox is so happy in your arms, and so am I," Ashton commented. His tone was sleepy, but his words were sincere. Saphir could feel his regard and the tenderness of the affection that was building. Their bond was growing, and soon, he would claim his mate, and their lives would begin in earnest.

"Let us rest for a while, and then I will order breakfast," Saphir interjected.

“I need to check on Will and get some clothes.”

"It is early, so there will be time for breakfast. I'll contact the doctor and have him check on Will, and I'll have someone deliver your clothes. Now relax and let us get to know one another better." Saphir leaned down and placed a warm, gentle kiss on Ashton's kiss-swollen lips. Then, he lingered, enjoying the taste of his mate. He would never tire of that sweet and exciting flavor.

Spending time together like this was important to strengthening their bond and was necessary for the comfort and stability of their animals. Once he claimed Ashton and placed his mark upon his chest the urgency and pressure surrounding their union that was felt by their animals would become less and a lifelong serenity would take over.