"That's it," Finn pants, his fingers digging into my hips."You're close, aren't you?I can feel your aura swelling.So much power."

"Please," I whimper, caught between them as the tension coils tighter."I'm so close."

Zahraxis shifts his grip, changing the angle just enough that stars burst behind my eyes.His golden gaze locks with mine, burning with need."Come for us, Raelesha."

The use of that ancient name combined with a particularly deep thrust sends me over the edge.I cry out as pleasure rips through me, my body clenching hard around them both.Magic surges between us, wild and potent.

Zahraxis roars, his release flooding into me as the magic hits him.Finn follows a heartbeat later with a string of curses, his hips jerking as he empties himself deep inside me.

For several long moments, we stay locked together, panting and trembling under the spray.Finally, Finn eases out of me with a groan, helping steady me as Zahraxis lets my feet touch the floor again.

My legs are shaky, but they both keep steady hands on me.The shower's still running hot, washing away the evidence of our passion even as I feel their combined release trickling down my thighs.

"You okay?"Finn asks softly, reaching for the soap again.

I nod, leaning back against his chest while he begins washing me again—more practically this time."Better than okay.How's our golden boy doing?"

Zahraxis' eyes are heavy-lidded, satisfaction evident in his relaxed posture.The constant ripple of scales has subsided, though his skin still gleams with a faint metallic sheen."The magic...it helps," he says, his voice rough but steady."But I need more."

"You'll have more," I promise, reaching up to touch his face."We have all night."

Finn hums in agreement, his hands gentle as he finishes cleaning me."Let's dry off and get you two into bed."

Zahraxis runs his hand along the marble tile of the shower wall, something distant in his eyes."It has been...a very long time since I've known such luxuries."He doesn't elaborate, but the shadow that crosses his face speaks volumes.

I reach for his hand, twining our fingers together and drawing him out of whatever dark memory has gripped him.His haunted eyes refocus on me, softening as Finn turns off the water.

We step out into the steam-filled bathroom, and Finn wraps me in a thick towel before grabbing one for himself.Zahraxis takes the third towel, but barely uses it, instead letting his elevated body heat dry him naturally.

"Which way to the bedroom?"Finn asks, running his towel over his hair.

I peek out into the hall."Should be the last door."

The bedroom is spacious, with a king-sized bed that suddenly seems very inviting.My body is pleasantly tired, but I can feel the thrum of magic still coursing through me, ready to be shared.Now that I understand what it feels like to share it with a partner, I recognize it for what it is.It isn't just arousal; it's as if my arousal is a beacon for something more, drawing magic to me like iron filings find a magnet.It starts to fade as my arousal does, but I know now that this is what Zahraxis needs so rather than let my desire subside, I want to do everything I can to keep it heightened.

Zahraxis moves past me to the bed, his movements carrying an innate grace despite his weakened state.He pulls the covers back, then settles against the headboard, extending his hand to me."Come, Raelesha."

And there it is again: the desire rising once more at the very sight of this beautiful man.Even though he's no longer hard as steel, every inch of his body is a feast for the eyes.

Finn's warm chuckle follows me as I crawl onto the bed and lie down against Zahraxis' side."Pace yourself, brother.We have all night to restore you.And perhaps I should say the same to you, Rachel.I don't want to break you.Your magic is too delicious."

Finn nestles himself against my back and pulls the covers over us, but none of us are ready to properly rest.I've never been as insatiable as I am with the two of them; between Zahraxis' tender kisses and Finn's nips along my shoulders, I'm aroused and ready within moments of the lights going out.They take turns this time, giving me time to come down from each orgasm before entering me again, and again.

The night becomes a blur of pleasure and power, Zahraxis deriving more magic from each coupling.Sometimes they take me together, stretching me to my limits with their thick cocks buried deep, their bodies moving in perfect sync.Other times they pleasure me with their tongues and fingers until I'm flying so high I'm aware of nothing but their touch.

By the time the moon is high, we're all spent, tangled in the sheets and one another.I'm nestled between them, my head on Zahraxis' chest while Finn spoons me from behind.The steady rise and fall of their breathing nearly lulls me to sleep.

"Better?"I murmur against Zahraxis' skin, noting how the rippling scales have almost completely subsided.

He hums in affirmation, his fingers trailing lazy patterns on my shoulder."The magic holds now.It is...easier to maintain control."

"Good," Finn says, his voice heavy with satisfaction."Maybe now you'll believe me about waiting a day before we head to the Court."

Zahraxis doesn't respond, but his arm tightens around me slightly.I drift off to sleep, body still buzzing with pleasure.

Chapter10

Finn