Slowly, he pulled back and her eyes fluttered open. “It is my responsibility to protect you. So, promise you’ll never do something so foolish again?” His tone softened into a heart-tugging plea.
She never has been able to deny him anything since meeting him, so why stop now? She smiled up at him, feeling the love for him swirling within her, wanting to burst out.
“Only if you promise never to get shot at again.”
He kissed her forehead and she rested her head against his chest, soothed by the strong beat of his heart.
“Before you were hurt, I was going to ask you where you wanted to live. I would not have taken you from your planet without your consent, but at the time I did not have any choice. If you wish to return to Earth, I will go, too.”
“You would do it for me?”
“My home is anywhere you are, my beautiful corami.”
“Are there any secret testing facilities on Kelon wanting to keep us prisoner, or anyone likely to shoot at us?”
“No, never. You are safe here.”
“Then, I think it will be a smart choice to stay here.” She lifted her head to look up at him. “I’ve already found my home, my big Z man. Right here in your arms.”
He smiled, lowering his head, rubbing his big nose along hers. “Then, I will hold you always.”
Chapter 15
Grumpy didn’t begin to cover how she was feeling, with Zelron’s overzealous efforts to look after her.
Although a little weak from spending so long unconscious, she felt fine and wanted to learn about the planet she will call home. Zelron perfected hovering to an art. If she got out of bed, he was there; if she wanted to go to the kitchen for a drink, he would growl at her to sit back down.
Yes, she loved him, but he was driving her nuts! Not only that, he hadn’t touched her other than to cuddle her against him and kiss her forehead.
Their home belonged to his father, who was killed in the war while Zelron was in Kelon warrior training. His mother re-mated with another and moved to the other side of the planet.
It put greater emphasis on how long Prov’s Kelon husband had been alone, and she wanted to make him happy, but after a week of his brand of ‘care’ and no sex, she was about ready to scream.
Talk about extremes. Back on Earth he got her addicted to sex, and now, here on Kelon, he treated her like a fragile flower, not touching her at all.
All her efforts, trying to touch him, even bluntly telling him she wanted him were rebuffed with not yet, or you are too weak and I have to take care of you properly.
What was she going to do? Zelron was a warrior, used to fighting battles. Maybe it was time to start thinking like him and draw up a battle plan to seduce her husband.
She thought back over their time in the cells together, remembering the first time he explored her body, and discovered her clit. Damn, I’m even hornier than before!
She heaved a heavy sigh, drawing Zelron’s attention.
“You are not eating.” Zelron’s statement pulled her from her reverie.
She glanced down at her untouched plate. Solron gave Zelron a long list of foods to help her regain her strength. It was clear, he was not used to cooking, but as she didn’t know how to prepare the alien foods, she was helpless to assist. It wasn’t unpalatable, but she was just too wound up and lacking appetite.
Solron arranged for an elderly Kelon couple to come in and help in their home, but they were not due to start until next week.
“I’m not hungry for this.” She pushed her plate away.
“I know my skills in the kitchen lack, but you must eat.” His tone held that same bossy edge.
She lifted her gaze and glared at him, and decided to try another tactic. “I’m hungry Z, but not for food.”
His puzzled frown made her scoff out a laugh. “What is it you want, human food?”
“Damn it, Z, what I want is my husband to touch me.”
“Providence, we’ve talked about this; when you are ready, but now you are still weak from being hurt.”
She narrowed her eyes at him. “I’m fine, fit and healthy, but if you won’t take care of me I will.” She pushed to her feet and stormed away from the table.
The house was double storied with three bedrooms above. The master bedroom faced out with large glass windows which automatically tinted at night, preventing anyone from seeing in.
Her heart raced while she marched up the stairs and heard his heavy footfalls behind her.
“Providence? What are you talking about?”
She slammed the door before he reached it and hit the locking mechanism on the right-hand side. She headed into the bathroom and grabbed the bottle of lotion Sara gave her. The cool air caressed her heated skin when she pulled off her clothing and lay on the bed, propping her head up on the pillows.