The sharp bite of his teeth did amazing things to her.

It didn’t hurt so much as send a jolt of desire through her. Valiant’s strength turned her on more as he paused, completely in control, and then started to rock his hips to fuck her slowly.

“I’m fighting my instincts,” he groaned against her skin.

“Don’t fight,” she moaned, locking her legs tighter around him.

His head lifted and he stared into her eyes. “I just hurt you.”

“That didn’t hurt. It felt good.”

“Tell me if I cause you pain. I’m always afraid I’ll be too rough.” He stared into her eyes while his hips started to move, the muscles of his ass tensing against her calves, and he began to drive into her in deep, steady thrusts.

Tammy threw her head back, her eyes closed, and could feel each powerful plow of his cock as he rode her frantically, creating a delicious tight friction between their joined bodies that quickly turned into a powerful climax.

Valiant roared as her vaginal muscles clenched around him and she cried out his name.

They panted and Tammy smiled. Valiant smiled back.

“That wasn’t so bad, was it? I told you condoms wouldn’t hurt.”

“I prefer not to use them but it didn’t hurt.” He hesitated. “Do I just leave it on? I want to flip you over, put you on your knees, and mount you from behind.”

“Give me a minute to catch my breath first and um, no. That one has to be tossed into the trash and I’ll put a new one on you.”

His lips curved. “I understand.” He slowly withdrew his cock and rolled off her body to stretch out on his back. “Go ahead. I enjoy your mouth.”

Tammy turned on her side and grinned. “I think I’ve created a monster.”

His smile slipped. “What does that mean?”

She laughed in response. “Nothing. I was teasing.”

She sat up and glanced around for a trash can. If teasing him with her mouth got him to wear condoms, she could totally get on board with that plan. He tasted good.

* * * * *

Tammy smiled when Trisha sat on the couch. “I’m so glad you came. Valiant left about two hours ago and I’ve been bored. He wanted to get some of his own clothes from his house and he needed to feed a few of his friends.” She paused. “I was too afraid to ask what that meant.”

Trisha grinned. “He likes the squirrels around his house. He’s forbidden anyone from killing them. He puts nuts and berries out for them to lure them closer to his house. He’s trying to teach them that he won’t eat them or something like that.”

“Is that an issue?” Tammy took a seat next to the doctor and glanced at the cooler the woman had placed on the table. “A nd what’s that?”

“The Wild Zone is a heavily wooded area on Reservation and that’s where Valiant lives. There’s a few dozen New Species who live as his neighbors. They’re not as human as most of the others are. Their facial traits are more animal than human, to be blunt, and some of them are gruff the way Valiant is. They hunt rabbits and deer in the woods but the squirrels are off the menu now. Valiant enjoys watching them for some reason and has deemed them non-food.” She grinned. “I just nod when I hear stuff like that. Some things are, well, I just accept it. I promised you fried chicken. I thought you’d want to talk again today instead of waiting. How are you feeling?”

“A lot better. Thanks.”

“Good.” A ll humor faded. “How goes things with Valiant? Did the condoms arrive?”

“Yes. One of the guards brought them before he left to go home. Thank you.”

“They prefer to be called officers.” She shrugged. “It’s a New Species thing. Have you talked him into using them yet?”

“We worked it out.”

Tammy studied her and smiled. “I take it that he didn’t fight it too hard?”

“I showed him the plus sides.”

The doctor chuckled. “Good. I was worried. That’s why I really came today. I figured you might have more questions or just needed someone to help you talk him into using protection. Is he still feeling rejected?”

“I don’t know. He seems okay with it. I just need more time before we even consider having a baby.” She paused. “A nd to be honest, it’s a lot to take in.”

“Yes, it is. Being with one of them will change your life.”

“One of my friends told me that I’ve got protestors on my yard at home.”

“Damn. I’m sorry.”

Tammy shrugged. “I’m not there. I kind of really hate one of my neighbors so I’m hoping it’s really annoying her.” She smiled. “She’s spent years harassing me. That’s a bright side.”

Trisha grinned. “Good. Keep your sense of humor. It helps.” She stood. “I’m going to grab some plates from your kitchenette. I swear I’m always hungry.” She stepped around the coffee table.

Tammy rose to follow, staring at the corner area.

“These suites are nice.”

“A nd they come fully stocked.” Trisha opened a cupboard, pulled out two plates, and turned.” Her face cupboard, pulled out two plates, and turned.” Her face suddenly paled and she gasped. The dishes nearly slipped from her fingers that seemed to go lax.

Tammy saved them before they hit the floor, set them on the counter, and spun to face the doctor.

“What’s wrong?” She had to grab the other woman when her knees collapsed, to help her sink to the carpet without getting hurt.

Trisha groaned, wrapped her arms around her stomach, and her blue eyes widened. “Get Slade.”

Tammy released her, spun, and sprinted for the door. The New Species posted in the hallway seemed startled when she flung open the door. “Get Slade now.

Trisha is in pain and grabbing her stomach. Call him and get in here. I don’t know what to do or what is wrong with her.”

She left the door open when she bolted back to Trisha. The doctor still held her stomach protectively as she sat on her bent legs. She had begun to pant, and Tammy dropped to her knees next to the woman. She gripped her upper arms to make sure she didn’t fall over.

“What is it? What can I do?”

“Contractions.”

“But it can’t be. You’re only what? Five months along?” Terror tore through Tammy. “I’ll call an ambulance.”

“No,” Trisha frantically shook her head. “No outsiders. Slade will come and he’ll take me to see Harris.

He’s another doctor who works here.”

The New Species officer from the hallway rushed inside the room with a fearful expression. Tammy jerked her head up. “What is your name?”

“Flame.”

“Flame, please very carefully pick her up and lay her on the couch. She’s having contractions but it’s too early.

We need Dr. Harris right now. She doesn’t want me to call an ambulance.”

Flame bent down and carefully touched Trisha’s shoulder. “Slade is coming. Can I lift you? Will I hurt you more? Should you even be moved?”

Trisha’s face scrunched up in pain as another contraction hit. She pointed toward the couch with a shaky finger. Flame hesitated before gently lifting the woman into his arms and carrying her to the couch, where he tenderly placed her on her back. Trisha groaned and kept panting.

Tammy ran for the spare bedroom to yank the blanket off the bed and ran back into the living room, not sure what else to do. She covered Trisha’s legs since her skirt had ridden up her thighs and knelt next to the couch. Flame had moved to the open doorway to speak on his radio. Tammy took Trisha’s hand.

“Help is coming. Flame is calling Dr. Harris and your bodyguard. I’m right here, Trisha.”

“Can I do anything?” Flame hovered behind them, now done calling for more help.

“I don’t know.” Tammy panicked. “She’s only five months along. It’s too early. I got her a blanket in case she’s going into shock.”

He cursed viciously. “I’ll wait at the door to direct the doctor inside. Tell me if you need something.” He paused. “Hang in there, Trisha. Slade is coming fast. He was downstairs at the cafeteria.”