Chapter 1 - Tears

Tears

Etalon wrestled playfully with the other members of the squad. He was tag-teamed for 2nd in command with Ketai’s best friend, Mercy. They were all friends, and it had been a mutual decision between everyone who was in what place. Ketai was strongest, though, so everyone followed her. Unlike Humans who subconsciously thought women were weaker than men, Vampires knew by first glance who was superior. The only, only other one higher than Ketai was the Vampire Queen, Karina. 

Right now there was a party celebrating the marriage of two very unlikely friends, Angels of Paradise, Owen and Beonca. Owen the Angel of Mercy with his bright green eyes and brown hair was the groom. Beonca the Angel of Love, with liquid gold eyes and hot pink hair was the bride. Ketai was the maid of honor, since she had helped the oblivious pinkette realize who she really loved.

The day passed by quickly. The sun had been especially bright, so the Vampire group had to sit in the shadows, but all was good. There was dancing, drinking – mostly wine and Irish cream – but most of all there was fun. That is…until Etalon got super drunk.

The Irish cream was addicting to Etalon and so he had multiple cups. Since it is a rather thick drink, he got drunk faster than those who had wine instead.  He wobbled around the guys and wrestled with them, but eventually the medium-built guy found himself among the ladies. He smirked at them, his mind fuzzy and unaware of whom he was flirting with.

Ketai watched, at first amused. She giggled and went about her chat with Beonca. Where Human women got jealous, she did not. She knew Etalon wouldn’t do anything rash. Or…so she thought…

"Hey, babe, how's it goin'?" Etalon purred in one of the human girl's ear, "I hope you're enjoying yourself. I know I am..."

"I am as well," the naive young lady replied giggling.

Mercy was doing her duty, though, and her deep forest green eyes watched Etalon closely. She fiddled with her black flowing dress and then as she saw Etalon getting frisky with some human girls she flipped the straight black hair that went to her waist off her shoulder and sauntered forward.

Etalon was behind a human young woman and was nuzzling her neck. He sucked on her sweet spot, his fangs brushing her skin where he would suck in order to gain the life-giving blood. Unlike the stereotypical Vampire, they carried warm blood to sustain each other or their comrades. The only difference between them and Humans was that instead of the usual 10 pints of blood, women held 5 while men contained 7. They couldn’t eat regular food as much as a human either, and obviously as much they could drink was limited as well. This held true for not only liquor but for regular things like soda, even water. 

Etalon nearly sunk his teeth into the unsuspecting human since the alcohol burned away the little blood supply he held. Mercy whirled him around just in time, but she ended up getting his lips planted on hers. Many gasped, some laughed, but the ones who were horrified were Mercy, Owen, Beonca, and lastly Ketai, who saw only after Beonca clasped her hand over her mouth.

Ketai felt her heart jump to her throat and then she felt it drop suddenly to her stomach when she saw what could only be Mercy’s blood dripping down her chin. She felt the hot tears stream, “I’m sorry, Beonca…I…I’ve gotta go now,” she hugged her friend and gave a farewell kiss on her cheek before running off.

Mercy had actually bitten her own tongue because her blood had healing properties, which was one of the main reasons she was tied for 2nd in command with the one who had kissed her. She let Etalon have his fill then shoved him away, “Idiot, watch what you drink next time.” She slapped him, “Now go comfort Ketai.” She huffed and stormed off to check on the woman he had preyed on.

Etalon realized all that had happened through Mercy’s memories in her blood and hurried off to find his lover. ‘I am such a moron!’ he thought in despair.

Beonca sighed and looked to Owen, “Let us continue with the party,” she said with a soft smile.

“Yes,” Owen agreed gently and kissed her.

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The day had passed swiftly and now both in their natural element, Etalon took longer to find Ketai. Finally, after searching everywhere, he spotted Ketai in the rose garden. He frowned and went to her, “Ketai…”

“Just take me to our room,” Ketai said shortly.

Etalon sighed but gently pulled her up and led her to their hotel and up to their room. There, once the door was locked, she shoved him into the nearby wall. Etalon lightly messaged her shoulders as he kissed her forehead in silent apology.

Ketai leaned into his touch, moaning ever so softly into his mouth, "If you're...drunk...and need a release..." she murmured as her kissing became more fevered, "Use me...Etalon, use me..." she begged as she ran her hands up the back of his neck and curled them tightly into his usually dark brown hair which was jet black in the shadows of the room. Her fingers messed with his headband, absently untying it.

Etalon pulled away slightly and stared firmly, his butterscotch eyes locking with her teal eyes, "I will use you, but not because I'm drunk," he kissed her passionately to emphasize his words.

Ketai’s heart skipped a beat, and she kissed back heatedly. All she wanted to do was forget what happened, forget everything, and just focus on the one in front of her, the one with her now. Magically she untied the black string keeping her crimson dress on, and her hands reached back up to Etalon’s hair. After she finally got the knot on his black headband undone, she threw it in a random direction.

Etalon’s hands slowly moved away the silk cloth. He trailed kisses down to her neck and brushed away her hair which shined more orange-yellow in the moonlight instead of red-orange in the sunlight.

Ketai moaned and found the only thing holding her up were Etalon’s arms. She felt so vulnerable, there was no such thing as confidence in her mind. Yet, she wanted to let him do what he pleased with her. Her skin felt red-hot at his touch, she couldn't help but utter another small moan.

Etalon smirked and moved his kisses down to her breasts, taking one into his mouth.

Ketai cried out and squirmed, and her breathing hitched before turning ragged. She gripped Etalon’s shoulders, and then hazily realized that while she was completely bare for him, the wolf was fully dressed. She shakily slipped her fingers under his collar and while one hand gripped his fishnet shirt, the other fumbled with his zipper and pulled it down.

Etalon pulled away from his mate's breasts to help take his clothes off. Once the job was done, he carefully laid Ketai on her back. He trailed kisses down to her womanhood and placed his lips around it, sticking his tongue inside. Ketai gasped and groaned, spreading her legs more to give him more access to her, she wiggled like she always did, and felt him grip her hips to keep her still. She moaned and cried out several times, "Ah! Eta-Etalon!"

Etalon used his tongue to mimic his member as he continued to pleasure his wife, kneading her breasts all the while. Ketai whimpered and gasped, her hands gripping the sheets. Her coils tightened and she moaned loudly, "Eta…Etalon…Etalon…" 

Etalon reached down with one hand and slid a finger inside her womanhood. Ketai whined and bucked her hips, coils pulsing, "Eta…." she panted and moaned. She felt so hot, it was a wonder she was not melting. "Mm…" she bit her lip, breathing heavily.

Etalon pulled away from Ketai’s womanhood and placed his manhood at the entrance. With one movement he was inside her. He thrust himself in and out of his mate at a slow speed.

Ketai panted and rocked her hips, and then reached up and pulled Etalon down for a passionately heated kiss. Her legs wrapped around Alcon's hips, pulling him deeper with each thrust.

Etalon groaned into the kiss, slipping his tongue into Ketai’s mouth. He moved faster, using their link to send wanting messages to his love.

Ketai felt her coils tighten with each hot message and thrust she received. She cried out, feeling close, "Etalon! Etalon, Etalon…" she whispered his name like a chant as she curled her fingers into his hair.

Etalon continued to go faster, and nibbled on her breasts. He hummed to send a vibration to her nipples and arouse her even more.

Ketai let out a small scream, "Etalon! Please!" she cried, squirming and arching her back, "Etalon…I'm…"

Etalon moved as fast as he could, capturing her lips with his. He thrust into her a last time, shooting his seed inside her. Ketai cried loudly in bliss as she came, and scooted over weakly to let Etalon fall beside her.

Etalon smiled and pulled her closer to him, "I love you."