Vemyere

Chapter Three: Undercover



"Cardote! Cardote, come in, can you read me?! I'm not going to keep screaming into this damned voicebox forever, pick up NOW!"

There was a deep grunt and a groan from the bed, before it squeaked with the shifting weight inside of it. The body that occupied it pulled himself up and headed towards the buzzing voice from his cell phone, rubbing his eyes and head before clicking the button to answer the call. "Ungh.... Yeah, yeah, comin'..."

"There you are! I've been calling for two fucking hours! Where were you?!"

"Sleeping. It's fucking seven in the morning, Capt'n... On a saturday." he yawned.

"I don't care if it's four AM on the day of your dear old mammie's funeral! When I call you, you get your ass to the reciever, understand Cardote?!"

He whined and rolled his eyes, then mumbled from under his hands, "Okay, okay... What's this about, Capt'n?"

"I think you know perfectly well what this is about, Cardote. Another successful S.H.I.E.L.D. extraction from the compound. Two in a row, in fact. One of which was a very IMPORTANT object. Six men have been killed so far, and four females extracted from our facilities. Do you know what this means?"

"That you need to improve your security team at the compound?"

"DON'T BE SNIDE WITH ME, CARDOTE, OR SO HELP ME I WILL HAVE YOU REPRIMANDED AND DEMOTED TO A FUCKING SCAVENGER!"

He chuckled tiredly and shook his head, going to pour himself a tall glass of orange juice, watching the glass swirl and fill up to the brim. "You need to work on your temper, Capt'n. Had your meds yet this morning? Or is this case really THAT big of a deal?"

"Oh, it's THAT big of a deal, Cardote. If we don't get that girl back on track and sent to Los Angeles where she belongs, we can consider this entire outfit out of business, and all of our asses--ESPECIALLY YOURS AND MINE--on the grindstone under the Democracy's big, fat thumb!"

He sighed and sat heavily into a chair at the tiny square table in his kitchen, kicking his feet up onto the other one at the opposite end, then lifting the glass and drinking from it lazily as he thought about this. "So who's the girl?"

"I'm sending the specifications of the case to you right now via email. This is highly confidential, Cardote, do you understand?! No one else knows about this except for those that NEED to know. And only I make that classification. I want you to leave as soon as you are able, and meet me at the central station. I'll be there in five, so you better not keep me waiting too long, got it?!" There was a click as the transmission ended.

Cardote laughed and sighed, shaking his head as he leaned back in his chair lazily, sipping at his orange juice. In the background, he heard the jingling bell on his computer that usually signalled an incoming email. "Gods, I love that woman." he grumbled to himself, sighing again before gulping down the rest of his orange juice and standing up, heading into the bathroom to shower.

Within fifteen minutes, he was at Central Station, like she had demanded, and he could see her leaning against her jeep in the rundown parking garage. It was all brown dust and broken clay here. With that sand-coloured trench coat of hers, and her dishwater-blonde hair, no one would ever see her. "Like a snake in the grass." he mumbled to himself before shutting off the engine to his more sleek, slate-gray BMW. He pulled himself from it and walked around it towards her, tucking his hands into his jeans pockets. "I got the specs on the case. An eighteen year old girl... Leif, I think her name was on the file? No last name, no parents, no siblings.... no family at all. Just turned eighteen about--what--a week ago? Was supposed to ship from San Francisco to Los Angeles to the home of a Democracy member--someone pretty high up on the chain too--the morning after her birthday.... Something went wrong, they tried shipping her at midnight instead, and they were intercepted. Did I catch all the cliff notes?"

"That's about it, yeah." the woman grumbled, her arms folded over her chest and watching him from behind her coal-black sunglasses.

"So what's the deal? I find her, catch her, and take her back alive and unharmed to Los Angeles?"

"Precisely. Oh.... and as a little side quest... We need you to do anything and everything you can to break up S.H.I.E.L.D. Anything necessary. We think we know where they're hiding out at the moment... or at least the members who matter--"

"The leaders."

"Yes. We've pinpointed three S.H.I.E.L.D. leaders to an old, rundown Native American reservation just outside of San Francisco. They've spent years trying to rebuild the housing and stores out there... Up until now, we just thought they were rogues that happened to be somewhat organised, trying to make a living for themselves."

Cardote let out a laugh. "But you've recently discovered they're more than just a group of blood-thirsty gang members trying to survive a harsh landscape. But do you have proof these are S.H.I.E.L.D. members? You know I won't kill anyone innocent."

"Yes, we have proof. Right after they intercepted the cargo with Leif inside, one of our men that managed to survive the attack, said that he put a tracking device on the bike of one of the members. It took some work, but we finally got him to remember the tracking number on the device and find its location. It's on that Indian Reservation. We also know--through some less than friendly means--that there are several stores and halfway points that help them."

"So what's my background story here? Do you have a persona to give me?" Cardote asked with a raised eyebrow and a playful grin, rubbing his hands together. "Do I actually get to have fun with this one? Oh, and how much are you paying me?"

The woman scoffed and rolled her eyes. "Ten thousand. Even. But you're only paid IF and WHEN you get that girl to Los Angeles, you hear me? The senator is not at all happy about having his package stolen from him." she scowled, wrinkling her nose. "As for your persona.... fuck if I care. Have fun. Just don't blow it." She turned to go, opening her car door and sliding in.

"Hey, remember when you used to be a breeder? Why aren't you in S.H.I.E.L.D. helping these poor sods escape?" Cardote called after her.

The woman stopped and turned to glare at him just as she was pulling her car door shut, growling under her breath. "Because I love my country. And I will do ANYTHING to see it survive this hell." With that, she slammed the door shut and revved her engine, taking off in the dirt.

Cardote watched her go with a small smirk, shielding his eyes from the sun and dust as she disappeared, then gave another yawn and slid into his own car, looking over the print-outs of the "package" he was supposed to find. Leif's picture blared up at him, her hazel eyes glaring something fierce at him, and he gave a small snort. "I can tell you're going to be a fiery catch already." he grumbled, tossing the picture aside and starting his car, peeling away and heading back home.

By the end of the evening, he found himself in a pair of torn dark-blue jeans, a dirty t-shirt, and his favorite pair of brown leather workman's boots, with a belt holster for his guns and a pair of sunglasses, along with a small backpack of necessities on his back. He had a small wad of money in his back pocket, and his dogtags jingled against his chest softly under his shirt. He had walked from his house in the city to the gates, then beyond those with a salute to the men at the gate, to the nearest mechanics shop. "Hello, friend. Name's not important." he said with a warm smile at the man behind the counter, who looked like an ex-biker of sorts with a series of tattoos and piercings. "I need directions to a place I can stay... Know of any place?"

The man eyed him warily, his hand tightening on the grip of his hammer on the counter, and Cardote noticed this. His eyes flicked back to the man's face just as he grumbled, "No."

"That's a shame." Cardote whispered back softly and his lips turned up into a smile. Before the man knew what was coming, Cardote had his head pinned down against the counter, the hammer flying halfway across the room, and his gun pointed straight down at his temple. "Now, I'll ask you again: know any place for a rogue like me?"

"Th-there's a reservation! Takes in rogues and rescues!" the man spluttered. He wasn't as young as he used to be, and he had a family in the back to protect and think of. "I-it's about five days' walk from here! East by South-East!"

Cardote listened to him, then his eyes raised briefly to meet the gaze of a young woman in the back room, clutching two small children to her body with a gasp. He pursed his lips and sighed, then stepped back and nodded, clicking the safety back on his pistol and tucking it away out of sight. "Thank you. That's all I needed to know." he smiled, tossing some of the money onto the table. "Have a nice day." With that, he turned and left the shop, heading East with the guidance of a pocket compass.

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"Roux! Look what you did! That's a no no!" Leif scolded the puppy, sighing at the sight of the piss puddle on the floor of Erai's bedroom. She quickly cleaned it up with a wrinkled nose, then tossed the trash away. "Maybe you've been cooped up inside for too long... c'mon, let's go outside for a bit, hm?" she asked the puppy, nuzzling him and giggling at his whine, carrying him downstairs and outside before setting him on the grass. She looked up and around, and in the distance, she could see Rixon leaning against the side of a house, flirting with Simi through an open doorway. She wasn't sure, but she had a feeling that's where his hickeys had come from. She put her hands on her hips and looked around a bit more, sighing softly until she spotted Erai and Trayvon talking in the distance, and she waved lightly with a smile. 

"What do you mean you fucked up? I thought you liked her?" Trayvon's eyes darted towards the house where he suddenly saw Leif waving at them. They both raised their hands in a wave before Trayvon was shoved, bringing his attention back to the vixen in front of him.

"Im not the dominating type, Tray, you know that. She's more your type than she is mine." Sighing, she ran a hand through her hair as her eyes flickered over to Leif. "I need to think. I'm going on a perimeter run." Strutting away towards the house, she ducked into the garage and pulled on her jacket and helmet. Backing the bike out of the garage, she sighed. Out of the corner of her eye she saw her sister giving her a knowing look. Erai shook herself of the dread she was feeling as she kick started her bike. Keep your mic on, please. I don't want to have to worry about you. Tray's masculine voice came over the speakers in her helmet as she peeled of down the dirt road and out of the reservation. She would ride a full circle around the entire perimeter just to be sure.

Leif watched Erai ride off on her bike, feeling a small knot in her stomach at the fact that she hadn't said goodbye or even so much as kissed her. She hugged herself slightly and gulped, then looked towards Tray. She didn't understand it. She felt like even though she and Erai had made up after their big fight, and she had given herself to Erai completely, Erai still didn't want her. She moved towards Tray silently, Roux paddling along behind her clumsily until she had to pick him up. "Tray, can I talk to you, please?"

Tray was kneeling down working on his bike when Leif approached him. Setting down his tools he pulled a rag out of the back pocket of his jeans and wiped his hands off. Turning to Leif he gestured towards the chairs on the porch and nodded. "Sure, Leif, whats on your mind?" Tray had a feeling he knew what she was going to ask but he hoped she would prove him wrong and ask something entirely different.

"I-It's just... Erai has been acting weird lately." Leif started as she sat down in the chair beside him, sighing slightly and looking at him shyly, Roux on her lap as she scratched him behind his ears. "I mean... It's been a week since we made up from our fight. I said sorry... she forgave me... and we even... Well... she.." She blushed deeply and cleared her throat, looking down shyly for a moment before shaking her head and pressing on. "I guess what I wanna know is... I know she talks to you about everything. Has she said anything about... not wanting me anymore?"

Tray ran a hand through his hair and sighed. "This is really something you should be talking to her about..." Clearing his throat he saw the look on Leif's face and sighed. "Uh...alright. She hasn't said she doesn't want you anymore, she's just confused. Erai's never been in a relationship like this. Normally they just drop her and leave or its a pleasure thing...This probably isn't something she expected, nor who she expected it to be with." Reaching out he placed a hand gently on top of hers and smiled softly. "You really need to talk to her though...when she's ready she'll tell you everything." Standing he walked over to the railing and turned to lean his butt against it. "You know you can always talk to me, if you ever need to, right?"

Leif bit her lip and nodded, frowning down at the ground and sniffling a little. "The thing is... She's the first person I've ever been... intimate with..." she blushed and mumbled, tugging on Roux's ear playfully and making him growl and nip her fingers gently. "But... I don't think we're right for each other either. It just... feels weird, ya know? I'm scared as hell of men... but I feel... right around them too." She licked her lips and slowly looked up at him, frowning a little. "If that makes sense."

Tray eyed her for a moment and nodded. "It makes perfect sense." Stepping forward he touched a single finger to her chin and smiled softly. "If you ever want to...experiment with men, I'm willing. I'm sure Erai told you about us and such. I come with no strings attached if wanted and I'm a great teacher." Withdrawing his hand he turned back and looked out at the town around them almost shyly.

Leif blushed up at him when he touched his finger to her chin. She watched him, as he drew back, blinking and gulping deeply. She coughed and moved to set Roux down on the porch, then moved to Tray and set her hand on his back, looking up at him. "I... I would like to try." she whispered, blushing. "But... I think I should talk to Erai first. Before we do anything. It wouldn't be fair to her to go behind her back like that." Though her mind couldn't help jumping back to the occurrance between Erai and Rixon.

Tray brushed a strand of hair from Leif's face and smiled softly. "Of course, whatever you would like. I have to warn you though, I have a tendency to use pet names like baby and such. I'll try not to with you. It's just a habit." Tray leaned forward and kissed Leif's forehead, smiling softly. "Just let me know when your ready."

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Erai came around a bend of trees and noticed a man walking along the road, slowing the bike considerably she frowned. He must be lost. Riding up along side him she flipped up the shield and eyed him carefully. "Lost?"

The man looked at Erai out of the corner of his eyes, the blue orbs studying her face through her helmet visor and he smiled charmingly, his brown hair hanging in his face somewhat. He flipped the compass shut and shook his head, tucking it into his pocket. "What gave me away?" he asked sarcastically and chuckled. "I'm looking for a reservation... I hear they take in rogues like me. Know anything of the like?"

Erai came to a halt, placing her feet on the ground and crossing her arms over her chest. "Depends on who's asking. I may have heard of such a place. What's your name, Rogue?" Her tone wasn't friendly in the least, but very skeptical. He may be drop-dead gorgeous but she wasn't going to just let him slide by. She needed answers.

He laughed slightly and ran a hand through his hair to push it back from his face, which was now dirty and slightly bruised from camping on the roadside for six nights straight. "The name is Jason Cardote. I'm..." he sighed, biting his lip and looking around quickly, checking for eavesdroppers even though they were in the middle of nowhere. "I'm MIA from the Democracy Army..." he whispered seriously, frowning at her a little. "I just... I couldn't take it anymore. I abandoned my post and I..." He sighed and rubbed the back of his neck, looking on down the road. "Is it... full? Impossible for me to ask for shelter there? I would understand. I'm sure if I travel... maybe that way?" he asked, pointing in a random direction lazily and narrowing his eyes. "Or.... that way?" He pointed in another and spun in a slow circle, then chuckling slightly. "Sorry. I ran out of water yesterday. A little dazed." he shrugged. "Is that a chicken?"

Erai sighed softly and shook her head. "You can come with. We have room but I will be keeping a very close eye on you. Understand?" Flicking off her mic she pulled off her helmet and handing it over to him. "At least the helmet will protect some of you...Climb on. You can stay with me until we fully trust you."

"Now that sounds like an inconvencience I can live with." The man grinned, sliding an arm over the back of her bike and sitting behind her, his arms comfortably hugging around her middle until her back was pressed against his chest. He pulled the helmet on with one hand and adjusted his backpack on his back, picking his feet up off the ground. "Off we go, mistress of the desert!"

"Erai." Rolling her eyes slightly, she shook her head and put the bike into gear before tearing off in the direction of home. As they grew closer to the reservation, she slowed the bike slightly. Crossing through the gates, she went a few yards in until she came to her house. Shutting the bike down, she walked into the garage before flicking the kickstand down and stood. Flipping her leg over the front of the bike, she climbed off. Removing her jacket, she placed it on a hook before turning and watching Jason.

Jason climbed off of the bike after her, pulling off the helmet and shaking out his hair like a pretty girl in a movie with a sigh and a playful smile at her, then set the helmet aside and moved towards her. "Nice place. Thank you for allowing me to come. Really." he nodded, offering his hand for her to shake. "I'm honoured and incredibly grateful. I coulda died out there if I never found this place."

Erai looked down at the hand stretched out towards her. Biting down on her bottom lip, she placed her hand in his to shake. Looking up into his eyes she couldn't help noticing how gorgeous he actually was. Tumbling into bed with him would be all too easy if she trusted him. "Your room is going to be right next to mine. You understand, don't you? Until I can be certain I trust you and that you're not a danger to the people who look to me for protection, I can't very well let you...run free."

"Oh, I understand. I know the precautions." Jason nodded and winked at her with a smile. "I have no problems with that." He released her hand and motioned towards the door into the house. "Shall we? I'm really very tired and grungy from traveling... I haven't showered in over a week, I hope you understand." he chuckled, pulling on his shirt to help air himself out. "Also, I'm starving. Have a cow you need sacrificing?"

The guy talked a lot, which surprised her. "Follow me.." Turning on her heel she walked into the house. Upon entering the kitchen, she noticed no one was around. Frowning slightly, she led the way through the house, up the stairs and down the hall, pointing to her left. "My room...which means...this is your room." She stopped in front of his door and opened it slowly. "We share a bathroom that adjoins the two rooms." Walking into the room she pushed open a second door and leaned her hip against the frame. "Want to shower and then eat, or shower and then sleep?"

Jason chuckled at her words, strolling into the room slowly and looking around with an approving nod. A simple bed, large enough for two people, a dresser for his clothes--what few he had--and a few smaller spaces. He liked it. "Shower and eat you? I've love to." he winked, then laughed and waved a hand to show he was joking. "I'll shower and eat, then sleep. Because all three of those sound amazing." He smirked at her, looking her up and down, then peeled off his backpack and dropped it onto the floor beside the bed. "Thank you. Great accomodations. Like the Hotel Ritz compared to sleeping beside that road."

Erai rolled her eyes and pushed off of the doorframe. "Whatever. I'll be in the kitchen when your done." Moving to leave the room so he had some privacy she headed downstairs. Entering the kitchen she began rummaging around trying to find something to make for the strange man upstairs. Sighing she pulled a mountain dew from the fridge and popped it open. Taking a long sip from it she set it down on the counter. Tapping her nails on the counter she thought for a moment. Snapping her fingers she began pulling ingredients out of the cupboards. Homemade potato soup! She quickly sliced and diced ingredients until everything was ready to throw into the large pot she'd placed on the stove. Turning the heat up she smiled and added some spices. It would be ready soon enough.

Jason showered and shaved his face a little, just trimming up the edges on his scruff. He felt like he looked younger with this beard coming in. Not that he was OLD, but sometimes he felt it. He smiled and combed back his wet hair slightly with his fingers, wearing only the towel around his waist, then brushed his teeth thoroughly--having missed that hygiene practice most of all--then moved back into the room and dressed into a pair of clean jeans and a loose, plain t-shirt. He stayed barefooted, moving down stairs quickly, whistling and snapping his fingers. "Mmm, something smells like mama's home-cookin'!" he bellowed and smiled at Erai when he saw her, promptly taking a seat at the table.

The front door opened and closed then, the sound of Roux's baby barks echoing into the house. "Erai?" Leif called weakly. She came into the kitchen and stopped in her tracks when she saw Jason at the table, blinking at him. She felt like she had seen him somewhere before... but she couldn't place when or where. Or why. She stepped back slightly and looked at Erai. "Who's this?"

"Jason Cardote. Ex-Army." he introduced himself before Erai could.

Leif gasped, backing up from him instantly with a blink, then looking at Erai. "U-um... Wow. You should talk to Rixon. Same situation. Erai, can I talk to you please? Now?!" she asked quickly in a hushed voice, gulping nervously with Roux under her arm.

Erai reached into a cupboard and pulled a bowl down. Picking a spoon out of a drawer she placed them both on the counter. "Help yourself..." Walking over to Leif, she placed a gentle hand on her back and ushered her towards the stairs and then into Erais bedroom. "What did you want to talk about?" Sitting down on her bed she pulled off her boots and massaged her feet easily. Groaning slightly at the lack of pressure she now felt.

Leif could hear Jason serving himself a bowl of the potato soup even before they were out of the kitchen. She gulped once they were upstairs and she fidgeted a little, setting Roux on the ground so she wouldn't crush him out of nervousness. "Erai... I just... I have to talk to you about... us. I mean... do you even still want me anymore?" she asked softly, frowning at her seriously and twiddling her fingers anxiously. "Do I not make you happy anymore?"

"Leif, of course you make me happy. But these past few days I have been wondering if we're meant to be together." Sighing softly, Erai ran a hand through her long black hair. "I just don't want to hurt you...Again." Groaning softly she shook her head as she once again put someone's happiness before her own.

"And you don't think avoiding me isn't hurting me?" Leif asked softly, tilting her head at Erai with a frown. "It does, Erai... It hurts to be ignored. Seen, but not touched or kissed or spoken to. It feels like you don't want me. But... to be honest, I've been having some thoughts about us as well too. I do care for you, Erai... honestly. And I do appreciate what you have done for me. But... I don't think we are meant for one another. I think.... I want to try experimenting with men. All my life, I was told they are dangerous, greedy, animalistic barbarians who only want food, sex, and sleep. And bring war wherever they go. But... I can't help feeling attracted to them. I want to see those lies put to rest. And I hope you don't mind.... I want to try with Tray.." she mumbled, looking at the floor bashfully.

"Tray? Hmmm...He's a good choice. Way better than Rixon thats for sure." Erai rubbed her neck slowly and shook her head. "I haven't been avoiding you. But since you've been here I've really been neglecting me duties. Speaking of which we really shouldn't leave our new guest alone." Sighing she stood from the bed and walked over to Leif, wrapping her arms around the woman she pulled her close and hugged her gently.

"I want to stay your friend." Leif whispered against Erai's chest, closing her eyes. "Because I do love you, Erai. For everything you have done for me, and shown me. You helped me open up. I'm still not that good at it, but it's a start." she nodded and smiled weakly up at her. "I'll... let you work with the new guy. I'm moving out, Erai... Back into the house Tray gave me last week. He's gonna help me get furniture and stuff too. He got me a job."

Erai nodded her head gently and smiled. "Okay, and just remember, if you ever need anything, I'm here for you, no matter what." Sighing gently, she kissed Leif's forehead and smiled. "Want something to eat? I made enough for the whole house, no point in tossing it."

Leif thought about it, but remembering that Jason was in the kitchen, and getting an uneasy feeling from that, she gulped and shook her head. "Ah... no. Thanks, but I'm not very hungry right now. I'll come back and steal some later maybe." she nodded and smiled. She then stood up on her tiptoes and kissed Erai on the cheek lightly, before moving to scoop up Roux, tucking the German Shepherd pup under her arm and heading out of the room quickly. She paused only long enough to catch Jason's eye, and a small quirk of a smile from him, and she stifled the chill it gave her. She headed out of the house quickly, back towards the house Tray got her.

Jason watched Leif go, chewing his food silently and slurping the broth. "Mmm! Good stuff, Erai! You're quite the chef." he nodded, setting the empty bowl down on the table again. So it's confirmed my little package is here at least. That's good. he thought to himself and smiled at her. "Who was that? Another rescue like me? Did you pick her up on the side of the road too?" he chuckled.

"Something like that. I'd appreciate it if you'd leave her be. She's our newest member and still a bit skittish around men. If I catch you bothering her, I'll have you reprimanded." Going over to a cupboard to get her own bowl and spoon she sighed. Who is this man... Shaking her head she scooped up some soup for herself and came over to the table to eat just as Tray entered the kitchen.

"Damn I've missed your cooking." He strutted over to grab himself a bowl before turning to come to the table. "Who the hell is this?" Tray narrowed his eyes at the strange man sitting in his seat. Letting that go he crossed and sat on the other side of Erai, clearly not happy with the strange man in his house.

Reprimanded. Hmph. One would think I'd never left the Democracy at all. Jason thought to himself with a hum of agreement at Erai's threat. He saluted at Tray when he saw him though, grinning and raising an eyebrow. "Howdy, neighbor! I'm the new tennant. Don't worry, I'm a very clean fellow, and I love gardening. We'll have this place sparkling in no time!" he chuckled. "Jason Cardote. Ex-Democracy agent." He then lifted his dogtags and jingled them briefly so Tray could see them. "I'm on vacation." he laughed.

Tray eyed him carefully before getting to his feet. "I think I'll eat in my office." Bending down he kissed Erai's cheek before leaving the room. When he entered the basement he ran over to the computer and started typing away, trying to find as much as he could on this Jason Cardote.

Erai cleared her throat as she continued eating. She knew exactly what Tray was doing because she had thought about doing it herself. Sitting back in her chair she watched Jason curiously. "So why did you leave the government? Why now, why not a few years ago?"

Jason looked at Erai at her question and leaned back in his chair a little, sighing as he crossed one leg over the other loosely and laced his hands behind his head. He shrugged and frowned a little. "Spite mostly." he whispered. "My brother... twin, of course, was in the service with me. He... He didn't like what they were doing to these kids either... He tried to get me to go with him a few years ago, and I told him no. I was a coward.. I was afraid of what would happen to us if we got caught. And with good reason. My brother was captured the night he tried to run... they executed him in front of everyone in the training facility. Including me." he frowned deeply, his blue eyes going cloudy as he glared at the tabletop. "I stayed in the service for a few more years... under close supervision. Everyone was suspicious that I would run away too. So I played goodie-two shoes... did everything they asked of me and more until I was the top agent in the squad. They finally gave me my own house... my own car. A pay raise." he chuckled wryly. He sighed and rubbed his head, then looked at her again. "I promised myself and my brother that I would never stay in that damned place longer than I had to. That when I saw an opportunity, that I would take it and run. So I did, a few days ago." he shrugged. "And aren't I lucky that I ran when I did?" He grinned then, his eyes running up and down her body once more. "You never woulda met the man of your dreams." he winked.

"Umhm, in your dreams." Standing she picked up both their finished bowls and set them in the sink. Taking a second to think over what she was about to do she sighed. "Im sure you've heard of me. Erai, or often known as, 'The Worst Case Scenario.' I know they still talk about me, we hear it over the wave lengths. I'm not sure they know how high up in the ranking I am with S.H.E.I.L.D., but there's still talk of me." Leaning against the counter she watched him, studying him for his reaction.

Jason blinked and tilted his head, his hands moving to rest in his lap now instead, watching her, then nodding slowly with realization. "Ooooh, so you're the one they talk about. I heard stories, but never saw your file." he shrugged. He then smirked and looked her over. "Not what I would call the worst case scenario though... you're more like a molten disaster." he joked with a wink.

"Believe me, the guards and doctors I murdered might just agree with you." Wrapping her arms around herself, Erai sighed and stepped out the back door into the back yard. A deep frown took possession of her face as she walked out a little way to sit down in the grass. Images of her time in the compound flashed before her eyes as if she were still there. Girls crying, others trying to get them to stop, to not get attention drawn to them. Girls hiding in their rooms praying the guards didnt pick them, and then Erai being picked...every single night.

Jason frowned deeply then as she stepped outside. He watched her go and decided that perhaps she needed some time to herself. He stood up from the table and moved up the stairs back to his bedroom, closing the door and locking it as softly as he could. He closed the window and locked that too, then went to his bag and pulled out a cell phone. He kept the battery in a separate pocket, so he pulled that out and put the phone together, turning it on silently and dialing in for his captain. She didn't pick up. Good. "Location is confirmed." was all he said before hanging up and turning the phone off again, pulling the battery out and hiding it back in its proper place, then shoving the cell phone down to the bottom of his bag, hidden under all of his clothes. He then moved to the bed and flopped down onto it, sprawled out eagle on it and yawning widely. "Yay bed." he mumbled to himself, falling asleep quickly.

After about 20 minutes of just sitting in the backyard, Erai stood and went back into the house. Noticing that Jason was there she decided to go down stairs. Locking the basement door behind her she hurried down the stairs to see Tray typing away. "What did you find?"

Tray looked up and smiled at her. "Well its hard to tell. I'm sure the government doctored his file so that people like us wouldn't know the difference. But I guess only time will tell." Lacing his fingers together he leaned back in his chair and frowned. "We need to keep this door locked at all times until we know if we can trust him."

Erai agreed greatly. No one from the government had ever came looking for their help before. Sighing she ran a hand through her hair. "I guess we'll just have to watch ourselves." turning she headed back upstairs. Unlocking the door she stepped out of the basement and relocked the door. Having nothing to do for a while she went upstairs to her own room room and laid down on her bed, staring at the ceiling.

When early evening rolled around, Leif was walking Roux outside, scavenging for something he could eat and humming softly to herself. She felt like someone was watching her though. She looked up just in time to see Jason in the window of Erai's house. He smiled and saluted at her and she frowned, giving him a glare before picking Roux up and turning away, heading in another direction. She really didn't like him. She didn't even know why. She set Roux down again outside of the drain doors to the cellar in Erai's house, knocking on them firmly, knowing Tray would hear her if he was in there.

Trays head snapped up from staring at the computer screen. Looking in the direction of the drain doors he stood and walked over to open them. He was quite surprised by what he found on the other side. "Leif..." Clearing his throat he stepped aside to let her in. "How's the new house?"

"Lonely. Quiet." Leif said with a soft smile and a shrug, adjusting Roux on her hip and carrying him inside, climbing down the stairs carefully. "Wow.... You guys have all of this stuff down here?" she asked, looking around at the computers, radios and phones. "So this is like your headquarters, huh?" she asked and chuckled softly, turning to face Tray again. "I didn't see anything." she winked, setting Roux down gently so he could run around. "I just... I didn't mean to bother you, but... I wanted to let you know that Erai and I are done. We agreed we weren't going to work out." she shrugged. "And she's okay with... ya know... you and me.."

Tray closed the doors and turned around to look at Leif. Taking a step towards her, he cupped the back of her neck and smiled. "I knew she would be. She's more worried about us being happy than herself." Leaning forward, he brushed his lips against hers as he spoke. "Has any ever told you how beautiful you are?"

Leif blushed deeply, her eyelids drooping slightly and feeling butterflies in her stomach. She gulped and breathed out excitedly against his lips. "O-only Erai." she whispered honestly. But she felt like she could believe Tray when he said it. With Erai telling her that, she just felt skeptical. She whimpered a little and moved closer too, her eyes studying his face and she blushed deeper. "Y-you're really... very handsome..." she admitted. He made her nervous and excited, like she was breaking all the rules she was ever taught about men. He was being so gentle with her.

"Thank you." A grin spread across his face, causing a dimple to appear on his right cheek. Moving the hand that held her head to her cheek he ran his thumb along her cheek gently as he looked down into her eyes. "So, when would you like to experiment? My schedule it pretty open since we're trying to lay low for a while." Wrapping his other arm around her back, he held her snugly against his body. She could no doubt feel the erection in his pants.

Leif gasped when she was pulled against him, feeling his erection through his pants and she shivered, her breathing shortening to excited pants as she felt the throbbing between her own legs increase. She was already so wet. She felt more excited with him than she had with Erai. "A-anytime you want..." she whispered, closing her eyes and moving her mouth to his neck, kissing and nibbling lightly. Her hand slid between them and rubbed lightly against the outside of his pants against his crotch.

Tray groaned slightly at the feel of her hand pressed against his crotch. It had been so long. He'd have to go slow. Inhaling deeply he swept her up into his arms bridal style. Crossing the basement to what appeared to be another wall, he kicked it open to reveal his room. Stepping into the large area he smiled as he walked over to the bed and gently laid her down. Sliding in beside her he kissed her lips softly, before snapping his fingers. Jumping out of bed he ran out of the room only to return with Roux. Setting the puppy down he closed the door. "Dont want him chewing on something he shouldnt be."

Leif gave a soft laugh and nodded in agreement, watching him from the bed. She bit her lip and shifted to sit up, peeling off her shirt and undoing her pants, but not pulling them off just yet. She blushed, hugging herself self-consciously, and watching him. "A-am I... sexy to you?" she whispered bashfully, looking down at her bra and reaching behind herself to undo it.

Tray stripped out of his clothing before crawling back onto the bed. His erection grew at the sight of her undoing her clothing. "Gods you have no idea..." Reaching her he nuzzled his face in her neck. His hands gripped her pants. "Lift..." When she did he tugged her pants and panties off of her and tossed them aside. He sat back on his heels to stare down at her body. Clearing his throat he placed a hand on her ankle and slowly trailed it up her leg to rest on her hip. Smiling he looked into her eyes. "Want to spend the night?"

Leif looked up at him with a happy pant as she felt herself stripped of her pants and underwear, and his hand resting on her hip felt so nice. She swallowed thickly, and at his question to spend the night, she blushed and smiled softly, then nodded quickly. "I would love to." she whispered. And it was true. For some reason, she felt so perfectly safe in his arms. She licked her lips slightly and leaned up, kissing him deeply and closing her eyes, breathing excitedly through her nose. When she broke the kiss, she couldn't help but look down at his erect cock, biting her lip bashfully. She had never seen a real one before. Erai's toys had looked so similar to the drawings they used in lessons at the compound, but they didn't do Tray justice. She inched her hand towards it, blushing. "C-Can I... touch it?" she asked softly, her eyes flicking back up to his.

Tray groaned softly as he reached forward and took her hand, placing it around his cock in just the right way. He breathed deeply and looked down into her eyes. "Let me show you." Slowly he began to move their hands up and down on his shaft, causing a moan to escape his lips. Letting his hand fall away from hers he moved it to her breasts and kneaded them gently. "Beautiful." Leaning forward he kissed the bare skin of her breasts, flicking his tongue against it.

Leif gasped nervously as he helped wrap her hand around his cock, her heart racing when she heard him moan. She continued to pump her hand around his cock, then moaned deeply herself when she felt his mouth on her breasts. She closed her eyes and licked her lips, then shyly reached up and grabbed his hand, pulling it down towards her soaking wet and hot sex, helping him slide his fingers against her slit and she gasped deeply. "N-nnn.." she gulped. "Tray..."

Tray having fingers a great deal bigger than Erai's, started out slow. He slide his index finger in about half way while his thumb began working her clit. He began working his finger in and out of her, curling it slightly every time her pulled out. Kissing his way up her chest, neck, leaving a small hickey, chin, and finally her mouth, he kissed her passionately.

Leif gasped and moaned, her eyes closed lightly as she felt him working her clit under his thumb, her hand still massaging his cock slowly and carefully, bringing her fingers up to gently squeeze and caress his sensitive head before sliding back down his shaft, her fingers covered in pre. "O-oh gods..." she gulped once the kiss broke, feeling her body twitch and shudder at his thumb. "T-Tray.... Do it.. please..." she begged, giving a tug on his cock to show him what she meant.

Carefully he removed his fingers, bring them to his lips he sucked them clean. Taking her hand off of his throbbing her cock he gently kissed the back of it before sliding between her legs. Positioning the head at the entrance he slid it up and down along her clit before slowly pushing inside of her with a deep groan. "Ahhh..."

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Erai got up from her bed and wandered into the bathroom. Shutting her door she walked over to the shower and turned it on. While the water warmed she began taking off her clothes. Once naked she moved over to the vanity and began brushing her hair. As she peered into the mirror she smiled at herself. The one good thing the government had done for her, is removed all of the hair on her body. Of course it hadn't been for her benefit, they had just been tired of having to shave her before raping her. Turning she climbed into the see through curtain of the shower and began washing herself.

Jason looked up slowly at the sound of running water in the bathroom. He'd been awake for a little while now, had seen Leif outside and given her a little wave. She didn't seem to like him. Not without good reason, but it would hurt his chances if he couldn't get her to trust him even a little bit. He tucked away the sketchbook he'd been drawing in, and sighed, standing up and moving to the bathroom door, pressing his ear against it and listening to her shower with a small smile, imagining that perfect body naked.

Erai had been done showering for quite some time now. She just couldn't get her body to cooperate. Sighing she shut up the shower and stood there, leaning against the wall again. Slamming her fist against the wall of the shower frustratingly she forced herself out of the shower. Grabbing a fresh towel she wrapped it around her body. She hadn't thought about the compound in quite some time but this stranger barging into their lives suddenly makes it all come flooding back. Leaving her door open she walked back into her bedroom and began riffling through drawers to pick out an outfit.

Jason heard the shower shut off and smiled slightly, sighing as he opened his side of the bathroom door. He could see her through the door to her bedroom, wrapped in a towel and with wet hair. He gulped and licked his lips slightly, then turned and started writing in the fog on the mirror. "Smile, baby. The world stands still when you do." He smiled at the message, then snuck back into his own room and silently shut the door, grinning to himself.

Erai let the towel drop to the floor and pulled on her leggings, skirt and bright blue halter top. Picking up the towel she took it back into the bathroom and hung it up. Turning to pull out her hair dryer she came to an abrupt halt. A blush took over her face as she read the words. There was only one person who could have done this without her noticing. Biting on her bottom lip she flicked on the hair dryer and began drying her hair.

Jason chuckled to himself softly. He had heard her stop moving, knowing inside that she had paused to read his message. He turned and moved back to his bag, pulling out his sketchbook and turning to a new page, starting to trace lines on the page and draw a smaller version of Erai in her towel, her back to him, but instead of drawing her as oblivious to his eyes, she gave her a wayward glance over her shoulder at him, with playful eyes and a small quirk of her full lips. It was how he imagined someone as confident as her would look at him.

Once she'd finished drying her hair she knocked on his door moments before stepping in. "I was thinking of making dinner. Would you be interested?" she noticed the paper in his hands but didn't ask about it and she wasn't close enough to see what was on it so she just ignored it. "What would you like to eat?"

Jason peeked up from behind his sketchbook and where he was sitting with his back to the wall beside his bed. He smirked from over his sketchbook and nodded, closing it and pausing in his drawing her for now. He set it aside, burying it under his pillow and patting it there, before smiling at her. "My dirty secrets. Tell anyone it's there and I'll kill you." he winked, standing up and stretching tall with a groan. "Food sounds great, actually." he nodded. "What have you got?"

Erai raised an eyebrow at his sarcasm and brushed it off. "I didn't do the shopping this week so let's go downstairs and have a look." Moving to his door she noticed it was locked. Unlocking it she opened the door and looked over her shoulder at him, waiting for him to follow her as she led the way down to the kitchen.

Jason smiled as he followed her, watching her back and going into the kitchen with her. "A 'look' sounds delicious." he said jokingly and chuckled, moving through the kitchen and to the fridge and cupboards, opening them all up and looking through them. "Hmmm.... Let's see now... What can I throw together?"

Erai sat down at the table and watched him a soft smile spread across her face. "Awe are you going to cook for me?" Her tone was playful and sweet and she crossed one leg over the other. Reaching forward she began rubbing her sore feet. Sighing heavily as the ache slightly went away.

Jason chuckled and pulled out a few things, such as noodles, some meat, creme, and a few spices, along with some vegetables. "I can cook some pretty amazing stuff. You won't be laughing at me when my meal gives you a mouthgasm." he smirked over his shoulder at her, then started to pull out pots and pans. Letting the noodles boil, he stirred together the creme, spices and started frying the meat in the frying pan, humming and whistling playfully as he diced the vegetables--onions and peppers among them--then tossed them all into the pan with the meat. He stirred them all, then threw in some more spices and tossed the contents into the air, catching them again in the pan expertly with a whistle. "That was a close one!" he said playfully at Erai over his shoulder. He winked and turned back to the pan just as it caught on fire, letting out an excited "WHOOP!" as it did and slamming the lid down on it to put it out. "Perfect!" he laughed. He stirred the creme a bit more, then checked the noodles and hummed with a nod. "Almost done!"

Erai rolled her eyes at him before getting to her feet. Going over to the cabinet she pulled down two bowls. Opening a near by drawer she pulled out two forks. Going to the pantry she pulled two rolls out of one of the bags and set it all on the table. She put there spots one at the head of the table and one to the left. Sitting down at the head of the table she looked over at him again, studying him. "Why here?"

"Why here? Um... because the kitchen is a suitable place to eat?" Jason shrugged with a smile at her over his shoulder, stirring the noodles a bit more before draining them into a strainer in the sink. He poured the creme sauce into the pan with the meat and vegetables, stirring it slowly and putting it on to simmer as he finished draining the noodles. He let them cool slightly in the pot, then poured the warm creme/vegetable and meat mix into the pot too, stirring it all together. He hummed as he did, then carried the pot to the table and set it down before dishing out a hefty serving for her. "Smells good, hm?" he smiled, serving himself too.

"That's not what I meant...why this reservation? Why us?" Erai watched him dish it out into her bowl and took a hesitant bite. Groaning softly in appreciation. "Wonderful..." Dipping her roll into the sauce she took a bite and smiled softly. "Thank you." shifting slightly to get more comfortable she continued eating slowly.

"You're very welcome. I call it Greek Spaghetti." Jason nodded and smiled at her, twisting some of the noodles onto his fork and using his bread to scoop it up, taking a large bite as he thought about his response to her question. "Well..." he mumbled through his mouthful of food. "I guess because you guys were closest to where I escaped from. I ran out from San Francisco. It's only about five or six days' walk from you, ya know. You're incredibly close to the border... doesn't that ever bother you? I'll bet you guys are always on your toes..."

"We have yet to have a complication. Most people don't come out here. Plus it's hard to move some of the woman. They either have babies or are pregnant. And until I can get my hands on a nice size van, we will remain here I guess." Leaning forward she continued to nibble on her dinner but she was loosing her appetite. Running a hand through her hair she sighed heavily and closed her eyes. "Maybe if you stick around long enough you can help us."

Jason seemed to consider that, then nodded and gave her a smile. "I would like to help somehow. Repay you for picking me up. Any idea where I can start? How I can begin earning your trust?" he asked with a raised eyebrow, finishing off his plate of food quickly, then reaching over to her plate with his fork and stealing a bite, grinning at her.

Erai pushed her bowl over to Jason and eyed him carefully before sitting back in her chair and crossing one leg over the other. Wiggling her foot around a bit she thought over her words carefully. "We will find something for you to do. But you will be with me at all times. I'm going to be your babysitter. Mainly because someone has to get to know you to see IF we can trust you." She watched him carefully to see if he understood her.

"Aw, I'm crushed! And here I was thinking I was being a good boy." Jason laughed, eating the rest of her food quickly and stacking their bowls before sitting forward and grabbing her foot by the ankle, pulling it into his lap and beginning to rub it for her firmly. "I guess I'll just have to keep doing tricks for you, hm?" he asked and winked. "I'm alright with that... but I'm not gonna be licking peanut butter off of anyone." he joked, grinning at her widely as his thumbs and fingers worked her foot.

A moan escaped Erai's lips unexpectedly. Massages were her biggest weakness, especially on the feet. She tried pulling her foot away from him. "Jason, I don't think that is such a good idea." Running a hand through her hair she looked up into his eyes. "And I don't want you being anything but yourself. That's who I want to get to know, the real Jason. Understand?"

Jason tugged back on her foot just once playfully before releasing it, grinning at her and nodding. "Alrighty. If you say so. But if you ever want a good massage, you know where to find me." he winked. "And you wanna know the real me? Just ask twenty questions." he shrugged and smiled, getting up and taking the bowls to the sink, then starting to put the leftover pasta away in spare cases and putting those in the fridge. "Just out of curiousity, what so far has given you any inclination that I'm not being myself?"

"Well most men wouldnt just snatch up my foot and begin rubbing it. Thank you though, I did enjoy it...sometimes a little too much." Shaking her head she stood and went to the doorway of the living room and smiled. "Lets talk in here, that way I can kick my feet up." Disappearing into the living room she flicked on a light because it was getting darker out and sat down on the couch where she instantly hoisted her feet up onto it.

Jason laughed softly at her words, smiling and nodding as he rinsed the pot out slightly and let it soak with dish soap in it. He then turned and dried his hands on a towel before following her into the living room, sitting down heavily on a chair across from her and lounging back into it. "So... What's your first question for me?" he asked with a grin, tilting his head cutely so his dark hair fell in front of his bright blue eyes.

Erai watched him for a short quiet moment as her eyes roamed over his body. "How high up in the army were you?" This wasn't exactly a question about his personality but she was curious. Laying back against the armrest and looked at him with a small smile on her face. "If I ask you a question, you can ask me a question, hows that sound?"

"Fair." Jason nodded in agreement and smirked at her, making himself comfortable in the chair before sighing and clearing his throat. "Like I said... before I went AWOL, I was pretty high up. I was able to work on my own instead of in a group. A sort of private investigator... assassin, security guard type guy." he shrugged. "I'm not sure exactly what I would call it. It never came with any real title. Or rank." He paused and smirked at her, then leaned forward in his chair and watched her. "Do you have a boyfriend?"

Erai smiled at him almost seductively. "No, I don't." Licking her bottom lip she sighed at the next question she knew she had to ask. "How do I know your not still working for the government and here on a mission?" Crossing her arms over her chest. She wanted to believe he was a good guy who HAD abandoned the government, but she couldn't be so sure. She felt herself getting warm in the layers of clothing she was wearing. Standing she unzip her skirt and let it fall to the ground, now all she wore was her leggins and halter top. "Much better..." Laying back down she laid on her side, facing him.

Jason had watched her closely as she stripped out of her clothes, and he cleared his throat with a small blush. "Well, You can't, to be honest. Not until you really get to know me, right?" he asked, his elbows on his knees and his hands laced together gently between his knees, watching her face. "Isn't that what this exercise is all about?" He raised his eyebrow at her and grinned. "Are you married?"

Erai held up her left hand and wiggled her fingers. "No. At the moment I don't really have time, but I also haven't found the right partner." Shrugging her shoulders she licked her lips as thought of her next question. "What do you want to do with yourself from here on out?"

"What do I want to do with myself? Well, I would LOVE to go upstairs and grab a bottle of lotion and--OH! Oh, you mean career wise.." Jason said with a laugh and a wink, saying he was joking... sort of. He cleared his throat and looked up at the ceiling, thinking about it. "Well... I'm good with firearms, working with people and computers... So if you have a job for me that combines all of those things..." he shrugged and smiled at her.

Feeling a bit feisty, Erai got to her feet and crossed the room to stand in front of Jason, a hand on each arm rest. "Hmmm, lotion? Really, and what did you have planned for that lotion?" Erai cocked on eyebrow at him as she realized just how gorgeous this man was. Swallowing slightly she felt like backing down from her teasing but decided not to. She needed to see every aspect of him, so she needed to make him nervous, though she wasnt sure that she could.

Jason had leaned back with her approach, sitting back in his chair as she leaned forward over him and he grinned up at her, not looking nervous but instead looking... playful. "Well, I was just gonna say I would give that lotion a nice little massage on a hard... surface." he whispered, smirking mischeviously. "Like I said... I'm great at massages." He quirked an eyebrow at her, almost inquisitively, as if daring her to ask for one.

"Prove it." Erai leaned closer, their noses almost touching. "I think your more talk then anything." Narrowing her eyes at him, she smiled playfully. He had just the right attitude for her. Though his sarcasm sometimes deterred her, but still, he kept up with her nicely. He didn't back down, and god was he yummy. Licking her lips seductively, she allowed her eyes to once again travel over his scrumptious looking body.

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Leif gasped deeply, her back arching slightly at the feel of him pushing into her. He was warmer... softer than the toys Erai had used on her. She could feel him throbbing and pulsing with blood. She whimpered and moaned softly, her hands running over his shoulders and arms, down his sides and up to his neck so she could cradle his head and kiss him firmly, her legs falling open for him so he could go deeper. It stung a little, but only because this was her second time. It didn't hurt like the first time did. This time it was because she was stretching slightly to fit him. Those toys REALLY didn't do him justice. "O-oh gods, Tray... You're huge..." she whimpered, rolling her hips against him. "You feel so good.."

Tray moaned against her lips as he continued to push into her until he was all the way to the hilt. "Nnn...fuck, Leif. Your so deliciously tight." Pulling away so he could look into her eyes, a soft smile on his face as he slowly started to pump into her. "I'm going to make you feel good, over and over again." Thrusting into her, suddenly he grinned. "But maybe not all tonight." Leaning down he pulled her bra away from her breasts and took her nipple into his mouth, twirling his tongue around it.

Leif cried out slightly, shuddering and panting heavily, her hands running through his hair and holding his head down against her chest. She swallowed thickly and rolled her hips to meet his thrusts, her feet planted firmly on the bed beneath her. "Oh gods..." she blushed, breathing deeply and looking down at him. "Th-that's amazing!" She arched her back again and hissed inwardly through her teeth, whimpering. "H-harder.."

Without hesitating, Tray began thrusting into her harder, his strokes long and fast. "Your so fucking tight...I can't hold on much longer." Reaching his hand in between them he began toying with her clit as his tongue continued to flick against her nipple. "Nnn, cum for me Leif..."

Leif was crying out her moans loudly now, breathing heavily, wrapping her arms around him and hugging him lightly before reaching up and pushing against the wall for better leverage. "I-I'm gonna..." she nodded quickly, gulping, shaking bodily. She could feel it building, faster than she ever did with Erai. "I-It's coming! I'm cumming!" she yelped, blushing as she felt herself explode, going stiff beneath him and taking in a deep gasp. "T-TRAY!"

Tray gave her one last thrust before holding himself inside her as he exploded inside of her. "Nn-ah! Leif...Gods..." Leaning down as he continued to pump into he kissed her lips softly. Finally spent and completely empty he laid down on top of her gently and held her close. "That was amazing, Leif." She had been absolutely fabulous and if he were a smart man he wouldn't let her out of his sight. He suddenly felt slightly possessive.

Leif panted deeply under him, relaxing slowly and wrapping her arms around his body lightly, running her nails up and down his back with feather-light touches. She smiled and hummed, feeling warm inside as his cum filled her. She closed her eyes and nuzzled into his neck, kissing him lightly. "Oh Tray... That... was perfect." she agreed softly, kissing him again. "Thank you." She was somewhat wishing mentally that Tray have been her first instead of Erai. Not to say she regretted Erai, but Tray just felt... right.

Tray placed a hand against her cheek and kissed her deeply, lovingly. "Im not sure you should be the one thanking me, I should be thanking you." Looking up into her eyes, he carefully slipped out of her, and laid down beside her. Pulling her close he kissed the top of her head and smiled happily. Mine...

Leif smiled, closing her eyes and sighing happily against his chest. She felt so safe in his arms, and she curled up against him so well, it was like a missing puzzle piece finally put in its proper place. She rested against him, hearing Roux barking and whining from the floor. "oh... He needs fed..." she whispered. "I forgot."

Tray got up from his spot to cross his large bedroom where a mini fridge blended in nicely with the wall. Opening it he rummaged around before he found a package of meat. "This'll do..." Taking out a few pieces, he tore them up and laid them on the floor. Whistling softly, "Roux, come here pup." Placing the remaining meat back into the fridge he hurried back over to Leif and pulled her against him. "Would it be out of line if I said I don't want to share you with anyone?"

Leif watched from her spot on the bed, laying on her stomach as Roux ran over to the meat and started to chomp it up hungrily. When Tray came back to the bed, she rolled over onto her back and snuggled up against him again. At his words though, she pulled back and blinked up at him. "Y-you... don't want to.. share me?" she asked, looking confused.

"Meaning..." Tray blushed slightly as his nerves grew. "I want us to be an item. Ah...boyfriend girlfriend type thing. I was never good at this." Sighing he ran a hand over his face feeling stupid now. "Im sorry..." Throwing his legs over the side of the bed he sat up, frustrated with himself. Tray your so stupid!

Leif blinked at him, watching his back and seeming surprised--to say the least. She smiled slightly to herself and sat up too, holding the sheets to her chest to hide her naked body, then raised a hand to his shoulder. "W-what's a... boyfriend?" Whatever it was, she liked the sound of it. "That means... I'm only yours, right..? No one else's?" She was smiling as she asked this, tilting her head at him so her brown hair fell over one shoulder and framed her face. "And you're only mine?"

Tray looked up and over his muscular shoulder at her, a soft smile on his lips as he nodded his head. Leaning back so they were eye to eye, "That's exactly what that means. That and I get to have you any time I want." Tackling her to the bed he nuzzled her neck, chuckling. "Just kidding, but yes. I-if you want..."

Leif laid back with him and laughed, squirming as he nuzzled her neck, tickling her and she smiled up at him. It was amazing. Just a few days ago, they were at each other's necks, glaring and snarling like beasts of burden, but now... She blushed and bit her lip cutely, nodding. "I like the sound of that." she whispered honestly, stroking a hand down his jawline. "Just yours..."

Tray blushed instantly and buried his face into her neck. Breathing heavily she slipped his arms under her and pulled her up against him to hug her tightly. "I've never been in an actual relationship before...so you have to put me in my place if I get too...out of control or something." Kissing her shoulder, he smiled happily.

"Same here... for me." Leif whispered with a deep blush, smiling to herself as she hugged him and closed her eyes, admiring the closeness. Somehow, even though she had never been in a real relationship before, this felt comfortable and exciting. She kissed his shoulder, then his neck, and finally his lips with a grin. Maybe one of the reasons they had been so angrily at each other's throats before was because they knew they couldn't have one another with Erai in the middle? Now that Erai was out of the equation, they were happy with one another.

Tray groaned against her lips and smiled. "Bed time..." Climbing out of the bed he quickly flicked off the light and crawled in beside her. Laying his head down on a pillow he opened his arms up to her and smiled. "Come here..." He was in heaven, this beautiful woman who he had thought hated him just days ago was laying in his bed, his cum buried deep in her pussy, and she was all his, attitude and all. This made him a very happy man.

Leif smiled at him in the dark, admiring his form in the soft glow of his computer room through the cracks of his door. She could hear Roux sleeping peacefully on the floor at the foot of the bed, happy and full from the meat pieces he'd given him, and she snuggled up next to him. She wrapped her arms around his middle and rested her head on his chest, closing her eyes happily. "Mmm... Thank you." she whispered happily.

"For what?" His voice was soft as he ran his hands up and down the smooth skin of her back. Cupping the back of her head he leaned down and kissed her lips softly as he ran his fingers through her hair. Brushing her hair out of her face he smiled softly as he pressed his forehead against hers.

"For this... tonight." Leif whispered honestly, her voice slow and soft, drawn out as she slowly started to fall into sleep. "Thank you for being gentle. For feeding Roux, too. I'm sure you're his biggest fan now after that." she chuckled softly, nuzzling him under his chin.

Tray laid back against his pillow and closed his eyes. "Sweet dreams..." Yawning deeply, he kept one arm wrapped around her as he slowly drifted off into a deep fitless sleep.

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Jason's grin grew wider and he leaned up closer to her, until their lips were only centimeters away, his breath warm on her lips as he held it there, his eyes locked with hers. He then grabbed her hips, his legs making a sweeping motion as he stood up, lifting her into his arms bridal-style, then grinning and tossing her over his shoulder in a fireman's carry, smacking her ass before carrying her towards the stairs. "Me Ug! You woman!" he grunted playfully, carrying her upstairs.

"AH! Oh my god, Jason, so not going to get you pointers with me!" Slapping him on the ass, Erai shook her head. It was cute, and playful, but so not what she expected him to do. Laying there limply, she gave up and fight and just let him take her where he may.

Jason laughed loudly, a fake, evil laugh, carrying her through the upstairs halls and finally into her own room, dropping her onto her bed gently. He smirked down at her with a raised eyebrow. "Sorry chica. I'm not letting my guard down that easily. You're gonna have to fight for this bitch." he said with a thumb at himself and grinned before turning to go. That was close. Fuck, she's hot... What the hell is wrong with me?

"Jason, if you think you'll be getting anywhere near my panties, you can forget it. Your government scum as far as Im concerned. Not man enough for someone like me." Standing from her bed she began removing her clothing, not caring if he was still in the room or not. Walking over to her closet, naked as the day she was born, she ran her fingers along clothing, looking for a night gown to wear.

Jason glanced over his shoulder at her with a roll of her eyes, but had to stop and do a double-take. She was naked. Completely naked. He gulped. Her body was exactly how he'd imagined. He turned away then, realizing he was staring, and closed the door behind himself, pressing his back to it and breathing deeply. He had a hardon like slate in the winter. He swallowed thickly and forced himself to calm, moving into his room and shutting his door too, making sure his bathroom door was closed and locked, then going to his sketchbook and opening it up to a new page, starting a new sketch.

Pulling a nightgown over her head she sighed as the fabric brushed her skin. He drove her crazy, her mind and her body. She'd have to make sure she stayed in her own room tonight. She may not know anything about him but her attraction to him didnt care. Biting down on her bottom lip she sighed and ran her hands up and down her legs. She knew that there was a wetness between her legs already. The smack on her ass had been very erotic for her and just thinking about having him drove her mad.

Jason was trying to get that picture of her naked body out of his head by tracing it onto the paper from his mind's eye. But the more he sketched it out, the fresher it felt in his head and he growled, closing the sketchbook and jamming it to the bottom of his bag, getting up and pacing his room. He had to get rid of this erection, or else it would distract him from why he was really here. He breathed deeply, then stopped. Wait... Maybe that's what he needed. "It has been a while..." he whispered to himself with a small smirk. He turned slowly to look at the bathroom doors that adjoined their rooms, then peeled off his shirt, revealing his toned and tanned body, not a single hair on his chest or abs, except for a cleanly tailored happy trail that led down into his jeans. He cleared his throat, touseled his hair a little and grinned, opening the door. He crossed the bathroom to her door and knocked a couple of times lightly.

Erai lay in the middle of her king sized bed with her fingers brushing against her pussy. Sighing heavily she pulled her hands away and groaned. Clearing her throat she called out to him, covering herself up with her night gown. "Come in..." The lights were low as she slid up to get comfy on her pillow. Rolling over onto her side she propped herself up with her hand and looked over at her bathroom door. Had it been a good idea to put him in the adjoining bedroom? She hoped so...

Jason opened the bathroom door slowly, then leaned against the doorframe slightly, smiling at her through the dimness, knowing she would see his body either way. "I was just wondering if... you needed a bedtime story." he said softly, smiling at her. Even in his dark bluejeans, his erection was more than visible. He stepped into her room and moved towards her bed with a stride like a lion claiming a kill, his eyes dead set on hers.

Erai quirked a smile at him as she made room for him to climb on the bed. "Sure, but it better be a good one." Giggling softly, she slid her arm under the pillow and laid her head on top. Looking up at him through her eyelashes, a seductive grin spread across her face. Damn, he's fucking hot...Oh god, look at that erection. Her heart beat kicked up as he grew closer to her bed. This is how it was supposed to be, heart racing as the one your attracted to approaches. With Leif she had been the pursuer not the other way around. This made her feel sexy and wanted. Desirable.

Jason sauntered to Erai's bedside, sliding in beside her and laying on his side to face her, propped up on one elbow and grinning at her. He didn't touch her yet, but his hand lingered near. He admired her body first with his eyes, looking her up and down slowly, taking her in like she melted butter on toast with a touch. "Hmmm... how about Little Red Riding Hood..." he whispered, reaching up and fingering her red-brown hair loosely with his fingertips. "And the big bad... wolf.." he whispered, leaning closer. 

Erai bit down on her bottom lip, her free hand on the bed in between them just itching to reach out and touch him. "Hmmm...I'm not really into the whole bestiality thing." Grinning mischievously at him. "Pick something better..." Flicking her tongue out over her lips, she slid her hand down her body and back up causing her nightgown to slid up her body a good deal, but still covering her bare pussy.

Jason's tongue licked his lower lip slightly in anticipation as he watched her nightgown come up a little on her thighs, not revealing her pussy yet, but oh so close. He gulped and grinned, leaning over her more until he was propping himself up on both hands above her. "Sleeping Beauty." he whispered, grinning. "Happier with a handsome prince?"

Erai slide her hands up and down his arms, back up against before cupping the back of his head and tugging him down to kiss him deeply. "Only if you bring along a white horse." She whispered against his lips as she spread her legs so he could lay down in between them. She felt sexy, desirable and it felt amazing.

Jason groaned against her lips, instantly laying between her legs and settling there, grinding his hard cock against her pussy through his jeans. "Mmf..." he groaned, his hand sliding under her ass and squeezing it firmly, kissing her hotly. "Gods, I can't keep my eyes off you. You sexy witch." he mumbled against her lips, kissing her again.

Erai instantly push his face away from hers and she shook her head. "If we're going to do this...no offensive names. I was called things along those lines in the compound. Im not standing for it out here, no matter how fucking sexy you are." Running her hands behind his head she ran her fingers through his hair gently, her voice now soft and seductive. "I can't believe I'm doing this."

Jason paused then, pulling back slightly. "The... compound..?" he whispered, his blue eyes cloudy for a moment before he pulled back. He gulped, suddenly feeling sick with himself. Why? Here was this incredibly sexy, confident young woman in front of him, and he was feeling sick with himself for touching her? She was a breeder. All women were at some point. This one just chose to fight back. "Fuck..." he sighed, sitting back from her and rubbing his head. This is clouding my brains. She's like fog on low tide! he thought to himself angrily. "We're moving too fast, chica." he sighed, though he wanted to punch himself for saying it. He rubbed his hands over his eyes and sighed into his palms, standing up and moving towards the door.

Erai groaned loudly and shook her head. If she let him walk away now, she was never going to allow herself to get this vulnerable again. Jumping from the bed she hurried across the room to stand in the doorway, blocking his way. Sighing heavily for a second she stared at the ground, almost ashamed of what she was doing. Looking up at him she bit down on her bottom lip. "Jason...I know this is...crazy. But..." Sighing, she closed her eyes, wanting strength to say what she had to. "The way I feel around you...even with only knowing you a couple hours, but you make my body do things it's never done before. I need this, and I think you do as well. Im willing to put everything aside to help us both out here..." Stepping forward she wrapped her arms around his neck, loving the feel of their bodies pressed together. Instead of looking down into Leif's eyes she was looking UP into his and she felt more feminine then she ever has before.

Jason blinked at her, frowning down at her a little as she wrapped her arms around his neck. He slowly slid his arms around her middle, pulling her close against his body and giving a small groan at how good it felt to have her chest pressed against his, her warm body curving with his perfectly. They fit together like rolling hills meeting the sky, so smooth and gentle. There was definitely something about her that drew him to her. He couldn't figure out what though. He sighed deeply, locking eyes with her, then kissed her hard, hugging her before pinning her back against the door, his hands on either side of her against the wood at her back. "Fine... Since I'm so gracious." he panted against her lips jokingly, his erection pressing firmly into her hip. "But you can't get attached... agreed?"

"Gracious my ass, you want me." Reaching in between them she massaged her hand against his erection, her other hand pulling him down for a rough passionate kiss. Flicking her tongue out against his lips, she probed for entrance, her breathing became heavy. She loved the feel of his body against hers, how they modeled together. She couldnt wrap her mind around why she felt so good in his arms, it amazed her. Looking up into his eyes she panted slightly. "Why would I get attached?"

"Because I'm so awesome and amazing." Jason panted against her lips, kissing her again hard and moaning into her mouth as his tongue graced hers. He pulled her off of the wall with a shudder, loving the feel of her hand rubbing him through his pants. He turned them, pushing her back towards her bed and onto it, crawling over her and kissing her neck and nibbling her ear as his hand ventured up her nightgown to rest on her bare hip. "Mmm... No panties?" he growled happily, kissing her again. "Listen, hot stuff... I mean it. You can't get attached, okay? I don't wanna be responsible for breaking your heart." he panted against her neck, his hands moving to undo his jeans.

"I dont fall in love, so you dont have to worry about that. You just have to worry about pleasing me." Reaching down she began undoing Jason's pants once they were unclasped she reached up and tugged his shirt up. Pulling the shirt up and off of Jason she gasped at the sight of his muscles. "Oh gods..." Placing her hands on his chest she roamed her fingers over his body, relishing in the feel of him. She'd never been with anyone who had made her feel so hot before. This one pushed her to her limits.

Jason smirked down at her as he let her admire his muscles, watching her reaction to his body and feeling excited at her surprise. He finished undoing his jeans and stood off of the bed, watching her as he pushed them down off of his hips, followed by his boxers, and he smirked at her proudly. His cock was standing straight up, thick and hard as a rock, and pulsing for attention. He crawled back over her and kissed her hard, sliding his arms under her back so he could hold her up against him, grinding himself against her slit happily, feeling her wetness slick his cock. "Mmmmn... Ready?"

"I've been ready." Sliding her tongue along his lips she sighed contently as she was lifted up against his body. Rocking her hips against him, she easily slid him into her, causing a loud cry of pleasure to erupt from her. He was stretching her, he was without a doubt the biggest man she had ever been with. "Ah...Yes."

Jason groaned, closing his eyes and leaning his face down into her neck, nuzzling her as he pushed himself into her deeply. She was so tight... stretching around him like a virgin. "F-fuck..." he breathed, pushing deeper and deeper until their hips met and he held them there for a moment, getting himself comfortable and stable. He pulled back to smile down at her. "Mmm... Whatever you do... don't scream my name." he winked, jokingly, grabbing her up and suddenly sitting backwards on his haunches, holding her hips with one hand and bracing himself with the other behind his back as he started to drive upwards into her, putting her back against the wall.

"Dont...Mmm...get...ah...cocky..." Propping her feet on the bed she felt him thrusting deeper into her. Gods he felt so fucking good thrusting into her the way they were positioned. Don't get attached? Deal. Get fucking addicted to him? Deal! Propping her arms up behind her, she held herself up, pressing her chest into his.

Jason chuckled at her words, his thrusts not letting up for even a second though, pumping upwards into her and his free hand moved from her hip to her breast, pinching and tweaking her nipple before just massaging the flesh in his palm. "Nn! Too late." he grinned, leaning back from her a little more until she was sitting on him like a bench, his hand returning to her hip to help her bounce on him better. He was driving deeper this way, hitting all of her inner sweet spots.

"OH FUCK!" Never before has Erai been fucked the way she was being fucked right now. The only problem she had was how fast it was going to end. "Ah...so close..." Brushing his hand away from her breast she gently pulled his head down to her breast. Biting down on her bottom lip she looked into his eyes, her orgasm approaching quickly. "Make me cum, Jason...Mmmm... Cum with me!"

"Oh, I will!" Jason panted with a grin, thrusting up into her and rolling his tongue over her nipple, taking it in his teeth and biting just gently, rolling it between his teeth lightly. He went a little faster, moaning and panting, his body dotting with sweat, his heart racing. He wasn't close to his orgasm... yet. "You first though." he panted and grinned, his thumb rubbing over her clit suddenly.

Erai began crying out in pleasure as her clit was stimulated. "Ah...ah...ah!" Carefully she began thrusting back against him as hard as she could, meeting him thrust for thrust. Her entire body began shaking her with orgasm just around the corner. Her toes curled after several more moments of thrusting sent her over to the edge. "Cumming...JASON!" The walls of her pussy began contracting around his hard cock as her juices began squirting around him.

Jason smiled to himself, obviously pleased with himself as he felt and watched her cum. Feeling her contracting around him made him want to cum so badly, but he held it back. Not yet. He thrusted up into her a few more times to help her ride through her orgasm, then slowed to a stop and relaxed back on the bed under her with a smile. "Mmm." he hummed proudly, his thumb releasing her clit and he reached up, stroking over her breasts again as she sat on top of him. "Good, huh?" he asked teasingly and chuckled, sitting up and kissing her neck, giving it a little bite. "We're not done yet. I haven't cum." he whispered in her ear, rolling them so he was over her, kissing her gently and rolling his hips around a little, trying to loosen her up again. "C'mon, you can survive one more round, right?"

Erai rolled her eyes as she forced him to the bed and resumed her position on top. Flicking his nose she narrowed her eyes. "Only because I'm nice. Otherwise your cockiness would totally fuck you over." She hated cocky men, confident men was an entirely different thing. This guy just acted like he pissed excellence. Shaking her head she cast those thoughts away before she began riding him in long hard strokes. Her pussy was still very tight around him as she bobbed up and down.

"Cocky?" Jason asked, moaning a little from beneath her. "You, my dear, don't know me very well." He rolled them over then, so she was beneath him, and pulled out suddenly with a groan. He panted, just hovering over her, before frowning down at her. "Not very well at all." He then stood up and moved to pick up his clothes. No, he hadn't finished, but that was probably for the best at the moment. He sighed and moved back to the door that led into the bathroom, stepping inside and shutting it, leaning against it heavily and closing his eyes. "Shit..."

"No, I don't..." Erai laid back in her bed and sighed heavily. Cursing loudly she got up from the bed and began searching for clothing. She couldn't very well trapse around the house naked now could she? Finding a random blue sundress she pulled it on over her head and left her room. Heading further down the hallway to her attic. Once inside she slammed the door before heading towards the door. Climbing outside to the small ledge she flipped herself up and onto the room. Climbing up it just a little, she laid down where two parts of the roof met in a corner and wedged herself in. Crossing her arms over her chest she stared up at the stars, completely disgusted with herself. "What were you thinking, Erai? You weren't that was the problem..."

Jason sighed as he washed himself up and went into his own room, closing and locking both doors and moving to lay on the bed. He rubbed his eyes with both hands, then sat up and moved to his bag, pulling out the cell phone pieces and putting them together, dialing in the captain's number. Voice mail again. Good. "We have a problem. Might just be The Worst-Case Scenario." he whispered into the phone, then hung up and pulled it apart again, tucking it away out of sight. He then moved back to the bed and climbed into it, sighing as he pulled out his sketchbook and went back to drawing what he had been earlier. Her curves were so gentle on the eyes... so perfect. Her hair was silky, her face was smooth and clean... His lips tingled just thinking about kissing those full lips. He sighed and tucked the sketch book away, starting to feel disgusted with himself, then rolled onto his side to fall asleep. He dreamt of her though... Not as an enemy, but as an ally. A strong one.

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Erai awoke the next morning, still on the roof. "Shit!" Slowly she climbed down from the roof and jumped into the attic. Leaving the attic she locked the door and tiptoed to her bedroom. Slipping into her room she locked the door and hurried into the bathroom. Stripping off her dress she tossed it against her door, she reached into the shower and turned the water on. Sighing as the bathroom filled up with steam she stepped into the the shower and washed herself. Once she was done washing her body she leaned against the wall and closed her eyes.

Jason could hear her in the bathroom, showering, his mind wandering to the sight of that perfect body washing and wet. He got shivers, and it didn't exactly help cure his morning wood. He sighed and got up, moving to dress and comb his hair quickly, then headed out of his room just as Erai would have been getting out of the shower. He whistled loudly as he passed her room in the hall, heading down into the kitchen and starting to dig around for food to cook with.

Erai slipped out of the shower and dried herself off quickly. She walked over to the closet and picked out a pair of Capri leggings and a black tube top with a giant sunflower on it. Slipping the articles of clothing on, she rung out her hair a bit more before flipping it over her shoulder and heading downstairs. She figured someone would probably be awake by now but when she entered the kitchen she was struck speechless by the stud that was rummaging through the kitchen. Clearing her throat she shook her head. Walking straight for the fridge she pulled it open and plucked a gallon of chocolate milk out of it. Pouring herself a glass she turned and in the softest voice, "Want a glass?" Her eyes sparkled brilliantly as she eyed him up and down. Oh yes, she'd have him again and the next time, he was going to cum. No matter what.

Jason had heard her come into the kitchen and reach into the fridge even before she cleared her throat. He eyed her out of the corner of his eyes over his shoulder as he started mixing waffle batter together and pulled out the waffle-maker, shaking his head. "No thanks." he told her softly, moving to the fridge and pulling out a jug of orange juice instead, pouring himself a glass as he waited for the waffles to finish cooking. "Want some waffles? Special secret recipe." he smirked. He looked up then, when he heard some shuffling from the door that led to the basement.

Leif opened the door and giggled, stepping out of it with Roux in her arms, glancing back over her shoulder down at Tray and she blushed, kissing him again before she realized both Jason and Erai were in the kitchen. She straightened up and cleared her throat, fixing her hair over one shoulder and set Roux down, moving to find him some food. "Good morning." she said to Erai softly with a smile, ignoring Jason's greeting altogether.

"Morning." Shoving the Milk back into the fridge, Erai made her way towards the back door. "No thanks, Jason." Turning towards Tray as he came up the stairs, she nodded her head indicating that he needed to follow her. Without a response she turned and ducked outside and straight to the back fence that was line with trees.

Tray cleared his throat and looked at the ground. "Excuse me..." Feeling kind of like a kid caught with his hand in the cookie jar, he sighed and stepped out into the back yard as well, closing the door behind him. "Erai, listen, I'm sor-" He was cut off by her holding a hand up to him and waving him over to her. Quirking an eyebrow at her he looked over his shoulder at Jason cooking before jogging across the yard to her side. Leaning against the fence he frowned deeply.

"I had sex with Jason last night. He...said some weird things. Like, don't get attached, and just...He gives off this vibe that makes me think he's hiding something. Of couse he's hiding something, we dont know anything about this guy!" Sighing heavily she leaned against the fence and took a very big gulp of her milk.

Tray nodded his head as he crossed his arms over his chest. "So we need to watch him. Maybe you having sex with him was a good thing. Get close to him, but not too close...I don't want to see you hurt." Running a hand along his chin in thought he nodded his head. "Your perfect for the job...just...be careful." At Erai's nod he kissed her forehead and ushered her back into the house. "She changed her mind, she will have a couple waffles!"

Jason looked up at Erai and Tray as they were coming back inside. He had tried to strike up a conversation with Leif, but she had simply frowned at him and taken Roux outside to do his business. He nodded at Tray's words though and poured some more waffle batter into the cooker, closing it and setting the timer before moving around to pour himself some more orange juice. "Good, because I am the waffle champion." he smirked at Erai and got her a plate and fork before serving her the two waffles and sprinkling some cinnamon on top, followed by a light drizzling of syrup. He then slid the plate of fresh waffles across the table to her, smirking. "Try 'em."

Erai ran a hand through her hair and stared down at the plate. When she realized Jason wasnt leaving until she tried them she sighed and picked up the fork. Cutting a piece off she took a big bite. Closing her eyes she swallowed and licked off the little bit of syrup that had clung to her lips, letting out a soft moan of appreciation she opened her eyes and looked directly at Jason. "Amazing...thank you." And his cooking was good, possibly better than Rixon's.

"Anytime." Jason nodded and smiled at her, wiping his hands clean before finishing off his own waffles and downing his glass of orange juice, sighing and heading for the front door. "Welp, I'm gonna go explore a little. Care to show me around, mistress leader?" he asked with a smile, tilting his head. Just as he reached for the door, Leif opened it and stopped, both of them looking at one another before Leif frowned and shifted passed him with Roux in her arms. She headed straight for Tray, watching Jason with a wary expression.

Erai finished her breakfast and stood. Her boots clicked against the tile floor as she headed towards the front door. "Sure..." Rolling her eyes at the name he'd given her, she walked outside and into the street where she waited patiently for him. Leif clearly didn't like this man, but she hadn't liked any man a couple of days ago so that wasn't saying much. Maybe it was because she hadn't been around Jason much.

Jason gave a small smile and a salute at both Tray and Leif, then headed out after Erai and whistled as he followed her. He smirked at her when he reached her side, winking and giving a small salute before starting to walk on. "So tell me about this place. How long have you guys been living here, fortifying this place?"

"A little over 2 years. I was their very first extraction." Wrapping her arms around herself she sighed. "Hold on..." Jogging into the garage she pulled her leather jacket off the hook and slipped it on before heading back towards Jason. Shoving her hands into the pockets she looked up into his eyes and frowned. "After they heard about everything that happened to me, they got more serious and started in on it harder than ever. I wasn't allowed to help out at first because of how unstable I was, but I got stronger quick..."

"And you guys have laid low since then, I can tell... Intercepting caravans of breeders on their way to their buyers, rather than making a full-on attack on the compound." Jason nodded and sighed, looking around. "Otherwise, the compound would have come at you guys with full force." And I would have been the least of their worries. he thought grimly, frowning around at the scenery of families playing with each other in the yards. "I can tell a few of your earlier extractions managed to settle down with a few of your soldiers?" he smirked. "Start families?"

"Some..." Pointing to a younger version of herself, Erai smiled. "That's my little sister, our most recent extraction." Her voice cracked slightly as she turned away and urged him in the other direction. It was hard looking at Simi without being forced to think of her other sisters. "I have one sister still in, and another that was murdered..." Her hands tightened into fists as she thought about it. "Fucking government. They don't even care that their tearing families apart. What if it were happening to their daughters? Huh, how the fuck would they feel?!"

Jason watched Simi with a small level of interest, then turned and began following Erai in the other direction when she started ranting. He raised an eyebrow at her and grabbed her shoulders gently, soothingly, shaking his head. "Whoa, whoa, chica... Calm down." he crooned, rubbing her shoulders. "Don't sweat it too bad, okay? It wasn't your fault... and I'm sure you'll get the other sister out soon."

Erai shoved him away from her angrily. "Don't tell me to calm down! You don't know what happens in there. Being passed around night after night so that the guards and doctors can have their way with you! You have no idea how long it took me to allow Tray to even touch my hand. Let alone be intimate with anyone." Her voice trembled as she stared into his eyes, angry beyond belief at this point. Who did he think he was telling her it wasnt her fault. Of course it wasnt...

Jason frowned deeply at her words, not all too bothered about being shoved away. He'd been in worse situations before, so a little push didn't bother him. But her words did. "They did... what to you..?" he asked in a deathly quiet voice, his hands balling into fists and his teeth grinding until his jaw muscle throbbed. "They told us you all left that compound as fucking virgins! Only your buyers are allowed to touch you, and more than half of the time, they don't even go that far! Breeders are invitro!" he growled, glaring at the ground. "They lied to us.." They lied to me. He swallowed thickly and turned, fuming as he headed back towards the house. "Thanks for the tour." he called over his shoulder.

"Wait..." Erai ran after him and grabbed his arm. Instead of stopping him she walked along side him. "Invitro... I...we didn't know that. Not that it matters, there still being forced against their will. But...they lied to you?" Biting down on her bottom lip she followed close beside him. "I didn't mean to upset you..."

"They lied to all of us! Not just me, but my regiment! My troupe! The men I was trained with! They told us that bullshit! That you girls were raised with the best care: best medical treatment, best schooling, best living accomodations... everything top of the line! And that none of you were allowed to be touched by anyone except your buyers, and then they go and live with their buyers, or in a house their buyers support, and are impregnated invitro! The contract is for twenty years unless the buyers decide to cancel it early, or extend it, but you have kids for your buyer for those twenty years! Then you're supposed to go free! But they're doing that sick shit to you girls in there?!" Jason fumed, shaking his head as he kept walking. "I'm a fucked up bastard, Erai, but even I think that's fucking dirt." he snarled, heading up into the house and up the stairs towards his room.

"I get your pissed but, what do you expect to do? Jason, look at me." Tuning him so he had to look at her, he frowned. "I know everything you were told, and believed was a lie, and I'm sorry but...You cant change that now. We're trying to get those girls out of there. The nurses are terrible... They force medication down the girls throats..." Lifting her shirt she turned around to show him a huge scar on the lower right of her back. "Gun shot... I nearly died...but did anyone hear about it, no!"

Jason gulped at the sight of the gunshot wound, raising a soft fingertip to it and brushing over it before snapping his hand back. "Shit, Erai... I'm so sorry that happened to you... and anyone else before or after you. I had no idea." he whispered, shaking his head. He swallowed thickly, then growled and rubbed his eyes. "Listen, I... I need to be alone for a little bit." He turned and headed into his room then, closing the door and locking it firmly, and making sure the bathroom door was locked as well, before moving to his window and pulling the curtains shut.

"Jason...if you need me, I'll be in the attic." If he wanted to find her bad enough he would. Biting down on her bottom lip she cleared her throat. "Im sorry..." She said just barely loud enough for him to hear. Sighing heavily she ran a shaking hand through her hair before turning and heading into the attic. She wasn't sure why she'd shown him her scar, even Tray didn't know about that one. She normally kept it well hidden, or covered and she never allowed anyone to touch it, that was for sure. But she had let him... As she entered the attic she felt the urge to punch a wall...or...something. She was being stupid around this man. She caught herself doing and saying things she shouldnt be. Making her way over to the window she saw down on the large sill and sighed.

Jason dug through his backpack in an angry fit, grabbing out the cell phone pieces and putting them together, dialing the number for his captain and growling when he heard the voicemail beep. "You lied to me, you fucking witch!" he hissed into his phone angrily. "You lied to all of us! Why?! You of all people?! You bitch, I'm not doing this fucking delivery service for you anymore. I'm fucking pulling out, this has gone way too far!" he whispered lowly into his phone and then hung up. He kept it on though, in case she called back. She did, and he glared at the sight that he had a voicemail before dialing it and listening closely, his face falling a little at her words.

"Don't get in over your head, Cardote. They're going to tell you whatever they can to get your sympathy vote. They probably already suspect you. You bring that girl back here alive, Cardote, or we'll bomb the entire fucking reservation."

There was a click and the call ended and he glared down at the floor angrily. She had a point, Erai could have lied to him... made up some story because she suspected him... but what reason other than that would she have to lie to him about something like that..? He gulped, feeling sick to his stomach. He shut the phone off, pulled it apart and hid the pieces, then collapsed on his bed with his head in his hands.

Erai was in the process of painting a canvas of her and her sisters. She smiled softly at there delicate faces. She felt the need to get closer to Simi but what good would that do if one day Erai went out on a mission and never came back, or didn't come back alive. It was a huge possibility and she knew that. That's why she didn't want to get to close to anyone. Laying her paint brush down she stared out the window her fists clenched. Jason had been furious at what she told him. It didn't really suprise her that the government would lie about something like this. She should show him the footage Tray had collected of all her beatings and the nurses raping her in their lunch room. Sighing she shook her head and rotates her shoulders as they began to tense up. "Fuck..."

After maybe half an hour, Jason forced himself to his feet, growling deeply and pacing his room before going through the bathroom door to Erai's bedroom. He stopped when he remembered she was in the attic, and he headed out into the hallway, climbing the attic steps and pulling himself up. He sighed at the sight of her painting and he gulped back thickly. He took a steady breath, then got to his feet and strolled to her, putting a hand on her arm softly and just waiting for her to turn around.

Erai turned around slowly and looked up into Jason's eyes. The urge to reach out and hug him was very strong at the moment. But she knew it probably wouldn't be appreciated. Biting her bottom lip she frowned. "I'm sorry I upset you." her voice was soft and her eyes sincere as she looked him over. Her hair was tosseled and out of place due to her running a hand through it so many times. She knew she probably looked terrible but nothing could be done about that now. Wait...why does it matter what I look like?...Because I want to look good in front of him.. A deep blush rose up in her cheeks as she came to this realization.

Gods, she looks so beautiful with her hair like that... Jason thought to himself with a soft breath. He watched her, his hand still on her arm and he sighed out, "I'm so sorry..." He wasn't sure what he was apologizing for. The fact that she had been raped and tortured at the compound? The fact that he'd been insensitive to it until now? That she wasn't the only one? That he was going behind her back? There were so many things to be sorry for. He gingerly brushed his hand along her face, tucking some of that beautiful long hair behind her ear and he frowned deeply before leaning in and kissing her forehead lightly. He moved his body closer to hers and pulled her into a tight hug, burying his face into her hair and shoulder.

Erai gasped at the sudden embrace but instantly her arms were around him and hugging him back just as tight. Placing a hand on the back of his head, she bit her lip and sighed. "Its not your fault. You...didn't know." The feel of his body so close to her sent shivers up her spine. Pushing all dirty thoughts away, she began rubbing his back gently. She wished she could make him feel better. She'd dropped a big bomb on him and it obviously rocked him. He was surprisingly gentle with her. It was something she hadn't really expected. But it was nice.

Jason nuzzled her neck a little more, just breathing in her smell. Gods, she smells so good. He finally pulled back after another few moments, looking down at her with his blue eyes. "I will help you and this reservation any way I can... whatever it takes." he whispered, giving her a weak smile as his hands rested on her hips. He couldn't help looking down at her lips... so full and glistening slightly. He wanted to kiss her so badly, which was a new and somewhat disturbing thought to him.

Erai licked her lips nervously, her arms still slung around his neck. Looking up into his beautiful blue eyes she smiled. "Thank you." Reaching up on her tiptoes she kissed his cheek gently, her breathing unsteady as she lowered herself back down. "Ask me a question..." They needed to get to know each other better. They were getting there but it was slow going.

Jason breathed shakily at her kiss to his cheek, his eyes locked on hers and he smiled crookedly. "Do you trust me?" he breathed softly, his hands rubbing up and down her back slowly, just barely out of reach of her ass. "Be honest." he whispered, leaning down and nuzzling into her neck playfully.

"I'm starting to...do I trust you completely, not quite. Does the government know about the reservation?" They had to know about them by now. It wasn't as if they were hiding. Pulling away slightly, just enough so she could see his eyes, see if he was lying to her. "Because if they do...we need to relocate immediately." It would mean leaving the compound behind, and her sister but she'd rather save the people she could then risk their lives.

Jason considered this question, then decided it was best to be honest. "Yes. They know about the reservation... but they don't know exactly where it is. They can't find it because you've killed every man that was ever transporting the girls." he chuckled softly. "I would highly recommend relocating though... just to be safe." He bit his lip, frowning down at her and leaning closer, as if he was going to kiss her, but stopping just short. "Do you ever want to get married?"

Erai smiled softly as a deep crimson blush rose up on her cheeks. "Yes. Were you working undercover when you first came here?" Looking up into his eyes she chewed on her bottom lip, dreading his answer. The need to relocate was burning inside her but with Jason close by she couldn't get herself to move. To go tell Tray they needed to start packing up the houses and looking for somewhere else to go.

Jason opened his eyes to look at her, his eyes sad and calculating as he looked down into hers. He paused, licking his lips, then gave her a warm smile. "No." he whispered, as honestly as he could. It would be best, he told himself, to lie to her now... later, he would be long gone, and he wouldn't have to see her heart break. Before she could question him, he put his lips to hers and kissed her deeply.

Erai let out a soft moan as their lips came into contact. Wrapping her arms more firmly around his shoulders because she was afraid her body would go limp. Running a hand through his hair as her eyes drifted closed. No? Why had she even asked, for all she knew he was lying. At the moment though so didnt care, his lips felt far to good against hers for it to matter.

Jason moaned against her lips lightly in response, kissing her more deeply and running his hands up and down her sides, over her shoulders, down over her ass, touching her thighs and curves, anywhere he could. He panted and lifted her, helping her wrap her legs around his waist and carried her back into the room, pinning her against the wall and kissing her deeply, his hands under her ass for support.

"Jason..." Erai's voice was breathy as she said his name. "Jason... wait.. Mmm." Forcing him to look at her, their blue eyes met, hers filled with passion and arousal. "Why are you doing this? Not that I'm not enjoying it... but... why me?" Biting down on her lower lip, she tightened her legs around him in case he lost focus and accidentally dropped her.

Jason paused, breathing deeply and he looked at her, studying her and smiling slightly. "I don't know." he whispered honestly. "There's just... Something about you... it draws me. My eyes, my mind, my... pants." he smirked playfully. "I can't stop myself around you." He pulled her closer and nuzzled his head against hers, closing his eyes. He couldn't look her in the eyes after lying to her like that. "Fuck... I sound so stupid." he panted with a small laugh. "Sorry." He slowly released her so she was standing on her own two feet, backing up a little.

"No!" Erai grabbed his shirt and pulled him against her before wrapping her arms around his neck once again. "It's nice...I'm glad I have an affect on you." Grinning slightly she shook her head as her hands slid down his neck, across his chest, down his stomach to toy with his pants. "But... if you want to stop. I'm not going to push you. I of all people know how that feels."

Jason looked down at her hands on his pants and he smiled, running his hands over hers lightly before grabbing them and helping manipulate her fingers to undo them, sighing in relief when his erection felt less trapped. He grabbed her up again then, kissing her hard, pushing her back against the wall again gently, his hand cupping her face.

Moaning against his lips she pushed his pants and underwear to the ground a smile spread across her lips. "So I know I said I wouldn't get attached...but being addicted is completely different." Giggling softly she slid her hands up under his shirt and felt the muscles of his stomach rippling. Biting her bottom lip she practically groaned at the feeling of his muscles against her fingertips.

Jason panted softly at her words, a mix between a laugh and a sigh, and he smiled at her playfully. He pulled his shirt up and off, standing completely naked in front of her now, and he kissed her hard again before starting to pull off her tube top and kissing at her neck, nipping her skin slightly and running his hands over her breasts until one was in each palm, squeezing and massaging them fully. "Only slightly." he breathed against her skin, pulling her against him.

"Gods..." Erai pressed her hands against Jason's as he ran his hands over her sensitive globes. Taking a second she pulled her hands from his and pushed her leggings down her body until the pooled at her feet. Kicking them aside, her hands reached out to his cock and gently took it in her hands. Running her fingertips along the length of him slowly she smiled against his enticing lips before wrapping one hand around him and stroking him slowly. He felt wonderful against her, in her hands, against her lips. Everything about him sent her nerves racing and her juices flowing. He was the perfect lover, always making her feel sexy and so god damn aroused. Closing her eyes she leaned her head back against the wall and moaned softly.

Jason gasped with a deep bodily shudder as she took him into her hand, his hips giving a little jerk into her palm as she stroked him. "Oh gods, Erai..." he breathed, nuzzling her again and kissing her before biting her hard. He suckled at the spot, leaving a good-sized hickey, then grabbed her up and turned them, laying her on the floor gently and kissing her, his tongue brushing hers and her lips. His hands massaged her breasts some more before he slid one hand down between them, toying at her slit lightly. "Moan for me..." he whispered softly, not a cocky demand, but more of a request.

Erai raised her hips slightly off the floor, arching her back. A soft moan escaped her lips and then when she felt his finger brushed against her slit her moan became more raspy and breathless. "Jason..." Biting down on her bottom lip she closed her eyes gently and allowed for him to pleasure her. Reaching down between them she carefully took him into her hand and toyed with the head of his cock, sliding her finger tip along his slit before wrapping her hand around him and stroking him a few times in quick hard movements before slowing her hand down and becoming a bit gentler, making sure it felt good for him.

Jason groaned, his eyes fluttering closed at how well she played with his cock, shivering and pushing his fingers against her clit and her wet sex, feeling how wet and hot she was. "Fuck..." he panted, blushing, kissing her lips again before suckling at her neck and earlobe, shutting his eyes as he pulled his hand back from her pussy and instead pushed his cock forward against it. "I want you..." he moaned into her ear, nibbling her lobe lightly.

"Nnng... Take me..." Just hearing him say he wanted her made a shiver run up her spine. Pulling her hand away, she propped her feet on the floor and spread her legs wide for him. Turning her head she kissed his neck, cheek and pushing him back slightly she kissed him deeply. Running her hands up and down his arms she rocked her hips against him causing him slide along her clit. "Mmm..."

Jason nodded with a moan, feeling her grinding against him. He reached between them and positioned himself, pushing into her with a deep groan and shivering as he kissed her again. "Mmf... Erai.." he breathed, just wanting to say her name. It was pretty and exotic. He started to rock into her slowly, trembling and swallowing thickly. He knew he wasn't going to last long, and he rather wanted to cum with her this time. "Nn... I wanna cum with you.." he whimpered into her ear.

"Oh gods...yes! Please..." The sound of him moaning her name just about caused her to cum but she held on. "Jason...Mmm you feel so good inside me. I've never felt like this before." Her pussy clenched around him as she was being brought closer and closer to another wonderful orgasm. God he was amazing, the size of his cock was just big enough that it expanded her slightly. "Mmm, cum with me Jason!" Instead of waiting for him to increase his pace she began rocking her hips against him as fast as she could, driving him even further into her. Her soft moans turned into soft screams as she rode herself into an orgasm. The walls of her pussy instantly started contracting around him, squeezing him, urging him to cum with her. "JASON!"

Jason cried out softly with her, rocking his hips against hers slightly faster as he felt her walls clamping down around him, milking him for everything he had and he shuddered. "S-shit... Shit, I'm..." he groaned, rocking harder against her as she pushed her hips against his. "E-Erai! Erai, I'm..." He felt himself pulsing, swelling and throbbing inside of her, feeling almost stuck before he burst, crying down into her shoulder and clutching her body to his, trembling as he filled her to the brim. He hadn't even been able to warn her. It had just overwhelmed him.

Erai had cried out in pleasure at the feel of him shooting into her. Her body throbbed and sweat dotted her skin. Laying down with a sigh she wrapped her arms around him, pulling him close to kiss his lips passionately. "Mmm... Jason that was absolutely amazing..." She'd never felt so pleasured and so full in her entire life. Slowly, his semen began dripping out of her to pool below her. She felt wonderful. Her nipples were still hard from the strength of her orgasm. Smiling she looked into his beautiful blue eyes, sighing gently.

Jason gulped and shuddered again with a small twitch of his cock, sitting up a little to look down at her, panting and blushing. "Y-yeah, it was.... I've never cum that fast." he admitted bashfully and licked his lips before kissing her again deeply. He couldn't get enough of kissing her lips. They were so full and soft, and molded so perfectly with his. When it broke, it felt too short, and he had to kiss her again with a whimper before laying his head against hers. He felt like he would be happy for all of eternity with a girl like Erai, kissing her every day, even if it never led to sex, just kissing her would be enough. "Gods, Erai..." he breathed and pulled himself up onto his elbows, looking down at her. "You feel so good, I don't want to pull out." he chuckled shyly.

Erai blushed deeply at him and smiled. "Then don't." Leaning forward she kissed him seductively as if she were trying to excite him again. Which may not be a bad idea. Rocking her hips gently she looked straight into his beautifully captivating eyes waiting for a reaction. "By the way. I'm glad I make you feel so good. It's definately mutual."

Jason blushed down at her and smiled crookedly, moaning a little as he felt her rolling her hips against his, feeling his cock twitching with the action. "F-fuck, you're gonna work me up again..." he groaned and chuckled, kissing her again. He looked down at her and smiled, admiring her eyes and face, then sighed and nuzzled her. "You're gonna ruin me." he whispered and chuckled tiredly, starting to move his hips again. He could feel his cum sloshing and dripping out of her as he moved and he shuddered, blushing. "I think... we should move this to your bedroom... or mine." he shrugged.

"Yours..." Erai smiled and kissed him softly as she slowly slid him out of her. Sliding out from underneath him she got to her feet. She could feel his cum start running down her leg and sighed softly. "Oops..." reaching for a tissue, she wiped the glob off of her and tossed the tissue in the near by trash can. "Come on." Picking up there clothes she held them against her chest. Grabbing his hand in her free one she walked down the easy stairway and down the hall to Jason's bedroom. Tossing the clothes aside she walked over to his bed and climbed in slowly, bent so that he could see her ass and just a bit of her pussy lips as she crawled up the bed. She wanted to have sex in his bed that way every night he slept in it, that's what he would think of. So terrible!

Jason had been left shakingly getting to his feet, panting and blushing as he watched her clean herself up of his cum. He blushed and gulped, feeling himself harden at the sight of her just cleaning herself up, and by the time they got to his bedroom, he was throbbing for more. He watched her climb into his bed with a lick of his lips and a small twitch, and he found himself standing behind her with his hands running over her ass and his thumb caressing her pussy lips gently. "Stay just like this..." he whispered.

Erai blushed deeply and looked over her shoulder at Jason. Don't get attached...Dont get attached... Moaning softly as his finger brushed over the lips of her pussy. Leaning forward a little she pressed her ass further into the air. "Jason...Please..." She practically begged him to take her. But why wouldn't she? He felt so fucking good inside her.

Jason bit his lip as he stood at the edge of the bed behind her, his hands caressing over her ass and pussy before he stepped forward and pulled her back a little to meet him. He slid into her perfectly, smoothly, thanks to their combined juices from earlier, and he moaned heavily as he pushed himself in completely, as far as he could go. "Fuck, Erai..." he panted and smiled. She still felt so tight after her first orgasm. He ran a hand up her back to her shoulder and pulled her back more so she was sitting up on her knees with him, and he kissed her neck lightly while his hand massaged her breast.

Erai cried out in pleasure as he slid into her. The sound of her name rolling off his tongue sent a shiver through her body. She would never get used to hearing it like that. Leaning her back into his chest she wrapped an arm around his head and buried her head in the nape of his hair. "Jason... Nnm, You feel sooooo goooood inside me..." She panted and whimpered as he massaged her breasts. Turning her head slightly she took his earlobe into her mouth and sucked on it. Fuck...don't get attached...

Jason panted against her shoulder, hugging her back against his chest and nuzzling into her neck. "Erai..." he whimpered in another moan, rocking his hips behind her and rocking up into her. "Fuck... You feel so good.." he moaned, shuddering and fingering her nipple gently as he pushed upwards into her. "Cum for me, Erai... Please..." he whispered.

Erai moved her free hand down to her clit and began toying with it, bringing herself closer and closer to orgasm until finally one word sent her over the edge. Please... It had been whispered so sweetly to her she couldn't help the emotion that washed over her. "Oh gods...Jason! I'm Cum--Cumming!" Rocking her hips against her hand began screaming in ecstasy as she came for him.

Jason groaned against her shoulder, feeling her tighten around him a second time and he jerked his hips up into hers again a few more times before his thrusts weakened to a stop, having blown more loads of warm cum into her. He whined and panted, sweat dotting his skin as he relaxed behind her, nibbling her neck and shoulder before kissing them lightly and then slowly pulling out of her with a gasp. "H-holy shit..." he whispered breathlessly. He smiled at her, a hand on her lower back, then he moved to kiss her lips. "I need a shower... wanna join me?"

"Yes...But no sex, I need a rest." Rolling around a bit so she was facing him. Pulling him close she kissed his lips softly, smiling. "Your amazing..." Pushing him backwards she smiled. "Come on, stud." Grabbing his hand she slowly pulled him along behind her into the bathroom. Ducking into the shower she turned it on and stepped in. "Come here..."

Jason watched her with a tired smile. "Agreed, I'm completely spent." he chuckled, watching her turn the shower on and leaning against the wall as he did. When she waved him in, he smiled wider and stepped under the water with her, drawing the curtain closed and pulling her to him, kissing her deeply as his hands rubbing her hips and sides slowly. He grabbed for the soap and smiled at her. "I'll wash your back...?"

Erai smiled softly and turned around to face the opposite direction. "So tell me about your family." She had told him a little bit about hers. It only seemed fair. And seeing as how they were becoming fast lovers, she wanted to know more things about him.

Jason bit his lip as he put soap on a loufa and started to scrub her back down for her slowly, massaging the soap against her skin and working her muscles affectionately. "Well... I never knew my mom. That's normal nowadays thanks to the Breeders Institution that the Democracy has built... So I was raised by my dad. My pops is a nice guy, real smart, real tough... He was in the Army just like I was, working for the Democracy. He hated it though. Even though it paid him like the fucking pope, and we lived very comfortably, he always said it wasn't how we were supposed to live. I still don't understand what he means by that... He's retired now, lives somewhere in Los Angeles on his own. The last time I called him was on his birthday." he sighed, shaking his head sadly. "That was... six months ago. I guess I just got so busy with work. All up until now that is." he chuckled wryly. "I also had an older half-brother... He also didn't know his mom and he also was in the Army like me... But... he died."

"Oh, how did he die?" Erai figured starting out with one question at a time would be the best. She didn't want to upset him with too many questions. Biting her bottom lip she held back a moan. She absolutely loved massages and she sure could use one. She wondered to herself if Jason would come with them if they relocated. He might...but she couldn't know for sure.

"He, uh... he was shot during a Breeder relocation." Jason said softly, his massaging hands slowing slightly. "He was transporting a couple of girls out of the Compound... and they were intercepted... and he was shot in the chest. Died on the way to the hospital." he explained briefly, finishing up her back and shoulders and then offering the loufa to her and turning around so she could wash him too. "It was a couple of years ago though... I think before you joined S.H.I.E.L.D."

Erai began washing his back slowly. Rubbing the suds against his skin. "Jason...If we relocate...Will you go with us?" Her voice was soft and hesitant as she spoke. Swallowing past the lump in her throat she sighed. She was growing attached and she knew it. But she also didnt know how to stop it. She'd never been in love and she kind of wondered if this is what it felt like. At least on her way there.

Jason stayed silent for a long moment before he spoke up, his head down and his voice low. "Give me two weeks. Two weeks before you relocate. You can tell everyone you need to... get people to start packing if you have to, but don't leave this reservation for two weeks. At the end of those two weeks... I'll have my answer for you." he whispered, then turned around to face her slightly with a weak smile. "Deal?"

Erai bit down on her bottom lip and looked up into his eyes before nodding her head. "Okay..." Using the loufa she finished washing her body before handing it over to Jason. Reaching for her shampoo she squirted some onto her palm and then began massaging it into her hair. After working in a nice lather she stepped under the water to rinse.

Jason stayed silent as he watched her washing and rinsing her hair, watching the suds as they slid down her body before dropping off her slender ankles and disappearing down the drain. She was mesmerizing, every inch of her drew him in. She was unlike anything or anyone he'd ever seen or met before. He washed himself in silence, then smiled as she leaned her head back to rinse her hair, her eyes closed and arms up. He got chills, but not the kind that made him want to pounce and fuck her like most girls... All he wanted to do was watch her. And maybe kiss her. So he did. He stepped up under the water to rinse the soap lather off of his own body, his hands sliding around her waist to her back, and he pulled her against him, closing his eyes and kissing her under the spray of the warm water. Don't get attached. He had to tell himself this too sometimes, but he knew it was already too late. Even after only two days with this woman, he was already so very attached.

Erai gasped slightly as she was suddenly pulled into his arms, but she was instantly silenced with his kiss. Smiling against his lips she wrapped her slender arms around his neck and returned the kiss. As they pulled away when the kiss ended, Erai looked up into Jason's blue eyes and smiled. "Sleep with me tonight?" She knew there was a huge chance he'd say no, but she wasn't afraid of that. She'd understand but at least she could say she had tried. Erai suddenly wondered what time it was. They'd spent some of their morning walking around town, and then some time apart, and then a very long time pleasing each other, and now they were in the shower. It had to be well past lunch time but there was no way of telling until they got out and she wasn't sure she was ready to get out yet.

Jason licked his lips slowly after the rather romantic kiss, smiling down at her under the water and admiring the feel of her arms around his neck and her body, wet and slick, pressed against his. He loved her curves. He felt like he had to touch every inch of them. He blushed at her question, feeling scared, nervous and honoured at the same time. Excited mostly. He thought about it a moment, then smiled at her and nodded. "Alright... After we get outta the shower, I'll grab my bag and bring everything over to your room." he winked and smiled. He then leaned down and nuzzled into her neck, giving her another kiss there, but it was affectionate, not exactly trying to turn her on to more sex. "Wash my hair for me?" he whispered softly.

Smiling softly, Erai grabbed the shampoo and poured some into her hand. Raising her hands slightly she massaged it into his hair before bringing it to a thick lather. Gently her fingers worked their way through his hair and to his scalp, massaging it gently. Inhaling heavily she looked into his eyes before carefully pushing his head back and rinsing the soap out of it. Getting attached...ha! She already was and she knew it. There had been no stopping it. She felt different around Jason then she had with anyone else.

Jason smiled with closed lips under the water, sighing deeply in comfortable relief as the shampoo rinsed from his hair. "Mmm, that feels good." he whispered, then straightened up and smiled down at her. He wrapped his arms around her again and pulled her against him, kissing her lips gently, reaching behind them and turning off the water slowly before reaching through the curtain and grabbing the towel, wrapping it around her from behind and hugging her tightly, before lifting her up off her feet and setting her down outside of the shower. "I'll meet you in your room." he winked.

Erai giggled softly as she wrapped the towel more snugly around her body. Smiling happily she turned and headed into her room. Leaving the door open for him to come in when he was ready, she toweled herself off before wrapping her hair in the towel. Looking over at the clock she gasped. 6:30... Jeez, they'd made love all the way through lunch and dinner. Blushing deeply she cleared her throat before going into her closet and pulling out a pair of shorts and a t-shirt. Pulling them both on she went over and laid down on the bed, staring up at the ceiling in thought. She cared a great deal about him already, that much was clear. But they were still getting to know each other, and he had been the one to tell her not to get attached, hadn't he? What if he didn't feel the same way? Oh gods... that would be freaking perfect. Just my luck...

Jason glanced over his shoulder as he heard her moving around in her room, and he frowned deeply as he knelt in front of his bag and dug around inside of it, pulling out the cell phone pieces and putting them together before dialing for his captain. When he got the voicemail beep, he kept his voice real low. "Two weeks, I'll have the package and be on my way to Los Angeles. Two weeks." he said softly, then turned off the phone and took it apart again, hiding it in the bottom of his bag. He then pulled out his sketchbook, pulling on a pair of clean boxers and a loose t-shirt before grabbing his bag and carrying it into Erai's room with a small smile. He set everything beside her bed and then crawled into it with her, sighing happily as he snuggled up with her. "Hello, beautiful." he whispered, kissing her shoulder. "I feel all clean now... and hungry. What time is it?" he asked before looking at the clock and letting out a laugh. "Holy hell."

"Let's go make something to eat..." Sitting up, Erai groaned at her tired muscles. Rotating her shoulders slightly she slipped off the bed and headed downstairs. She smiled at the sight of Tray in the kitchen eating a sandwich. She wondered where Leif was. They'd been attached at the hip as of late. Clearing her throat she saw his head jerk up and peer in her direction, a soft smile on his face. "So...I have some news. Jason says that the government knows about the reservation. He also says we need to relocate but to give him a week. So everyone has a week to pack up what they want before we load it all up into the vans. We can possibly get a 18 wheeler from an inside source."

Tray eyed Erai for a moment before shaking his head. "A week? He wants us to wait a week...why? If the government knows then, damnit, I want to start moving us now. Besides, why should we listen to him? We barely know him. I cant even remember if I've said anything to the guy since he's been here." Setting his sandwich down on his plate he sighed. "Are you sleeping with him?" Tray watched as she swallowed nervously, giving him all the answer he needed. "Damnit, Erai..."

Jason came into the room from the hallway with a groan and a stretch towards the ceiling, still wearing only his boxers and shirt, and he paused a moment to eye Erai and Tray. He knew he had interrupted their conversation by coming into the room, but what felt worse was knowing he'd walked into the room when they had been talking about him. And he knew it. He glanced between them both and gave a crooked smile and a nod at Tray before moving to get himself something to drink. "What are you craving, Erai? What do you want me to make for you?"

"Um..actually...spaghetti sounds really good right now." Grinning happily she came over and wrapped her arms around his waist. It wasn't until then that she noticed how sore her body was. Sighing against his chest she closed her eyes. "Unless you want something else that is..."

Tray gave a rude noise before getting to his feet. "I'm going to go do a perimeter check." without another word he was out the garage door and climbing on his bike. Taking off out onto the street he didn't look back. He couldn't believe her. Sleeping with someone she barely knew! Damnit! Well maybe that wasn't all that upset him. He was still crushing on her a bit so that rocked him as well. He'd eventually get over it. Hopefully.

Jason had watched Tray leave with a small frown, then looked down at Erai and smiled warmly. "Spaghetti it is, my lady." he whispered and kissed her forehead before letting her go, turning to the stove and starting to pull out a pot, pans, and all the ingredients he would need to make her desired meal. "Sit back, relax, and watch the man at work." he winked at her, starting to fill the pot with water.

The basement door opened then, and Leif came out quietly, dressed in one of Tray's t-shirts and some pajama pants, and she blushed with a small "Eeep!" sound when she saw Erai and Jason in the kitchen. She had Roux under her arm, no doubt to take him outside, and she blushed when she realized what she was wearing. It seemed Erai and Jason were not the only two who had spent all day having sex. She bit her lip, eyeing Jason nervously, who frowned at her with a raised eyebrow, and she gulped before turning and heading out of the front door quickly, setting Roux down in the grass to do his business.

"So...tell me more about you. I feel kind of bad sleeping with you and not knowing you very well. Though...I know a lot of the important stuff." Erai saw the exchange between Jason and Leif and frowned deeply. She'd have to talk to Leif about that. She also would have to talk to Tray and see what all he had dug up on him. "Um I dont know if you heard what Tray and I were saying but...he doesn't want to wait a week. And since he's the boss, whatever he says goes."

Jason frowned to himself at this fact, his brain flashing with plans and back-up plans and ideas. He sighed and turned to look at Erai slowly, then nodded with a small, sad smile. "Alright... whatever he says goes." he nodded and sighed. "But the road will be dangerous. I heard higher officers talking about setting up a road brigade out on the Western roads towards Los Angeles and San Francisco is just right there, full to the brim with guards... And everything East, South and North of here is a wasteland, you won't get very far." he shrugged. "But... what he says goes. It just makes me question how much he knows about the Democracy's plans..."

"Why...Are you worried about him finding something he shouldnt?" Erai knew she was being very defensive in that moment, but she didn't like Jason questioning Tray and she still had this feeling that Jason was hiding something from her. Sighing heavily, her appetite gone, she sat down at the table and sat back in her chair. Staring out into the backyard she watched Leif with Roux. They hadn't really talked much since Jason had arrived but she fix that soon enough. Crossing her arms over her chest she closed her eyes in frustration. She needed to distance herself...she knew that but her heart didnt want her too.

"No, I never said that. I'm afraid of him being found and captured. Or worse." Jason sighed and shook his head. "But it's not my place to speak. I'm new to this whole thing, after all." he grumbled, turning and plating their food and sliding her fresh spaghetti across the table to her, sitting and digging into his own plate hungrily. "Mmmf, thank gods for food." he mumbled through his mouthful.

Erai ran a hand through her dark hair before she began eating her dinner. Sighing heavily she shook her head and decided to enjoy the meal in front of her. Nibbling on her bites she looked up at Jason and frowned. "I'm sorry... I'm just not very trusting. Mainly because I don't like getting hurt. This is my family and I take it very seriously."

Jason frowned deeply at her words, looking down at his plate and sighing sadly. "Sure. I get that." he whispered in understanding and pushed the spaghetti around on his plate a bit before sighing and finishing it off, standing up and taking his plate to the sink. "I made enough for Leif and Tray too... and whoever wants some." he whispered, turning and giving her a small smile. "I'm gonna... head to bed. Join me when you're ready." he nodded and headed up the stairs, just as Leif came back through the front door with Roux.

Erai looked up at Leif as she came in through the front door. "Leif. A word, please." Erai finished off her dinner and stood to place the dishes in the sink. "By the way, there is spaghetti here for you if your hungry." Crossing her arms over her chest she sat back down and waited for Leif to join her.

Leif frowned at Erai, but nodded and set Roux on the floor to explore a little, serving herself some spaghetti before sitting down at the table with Erai, watching her awkwardly. "Y-yes?" she asked bashfully, biting her lip with a small blush. Was this about her and Tray? She hoped that wasn't a problem, because she was really becoming quite attached to Tray. Speaking of, she wondered where he was at the moment...

"I need to know why your so...weird around Jason. Your not in trouble I just get the feeling he's hiding something." Standing back up she walked over to the fridge and got out a bottle of Smirnoff Ice. Popping it open she took a long slow gulp before coming back over and sitting down at the table once again.

Leif shrugged slightly, twirling her spaghetti on her plate a little, biting her lip. "I think he's hiding something too... I recognize him from somewhere... The compound, most likely, since that's where I spent all my life." she muttered, frowning at her plate, then at Erai's drink. "What's that?"

Erai looked down at her drink for a moment and frowned until she realized that Leif has never seen alcohol before. Clearing her throat, Erai slid it over to Leif. "Alcohol, try it." She knew Leif was under age but they didn't really go by the law out here and it wouldn't hurt her to try it with Erai present.

Leif frowned at the bottle, then sniffed it, making a small face. "It smells sour." she mumbled, but lifted the bottle and sipped from it. After a moment of letting it sit on her tongue, she wrinkled her nose, making a face of disgust before passing the bottle back to Erai. "Ugh, that tastes FOUL!" she winced, shaking her head and coughing. "How can you drink that?"

Erai shrugged and down the rest of the bottle. "Because it doesn't taste 'foul' to me. Besides, alcohol dulls the senses, and sometimes that is just what I need." She heard the front door slam and sighed. Tray was home. Not wanting to deal with an argument she stood and kissed the top of Leif's head. "Thank you for talking to me. Have a good night." Retreating past Tray without a word she headed upstairs into her bedroom. Seeing Jason in their was...different but in a good way. Closing the door she leaned against it and sighed. "We need to talk..."

Jason looked up from where he was sitting on the edge of her bed, and he sighed and bit his lip with a nod. He stood up and shifted on his feet a little before wringing his hands. "I think so too." he whispered softly, watching her sadly. He moved towards her and took her hands, leading her back to her bed and sitting down with her. "Erai, I've been hiding something from you... something big."

Erai stared at him and gently removed her hand from his. She had allowed herself to get close to him, get attached and now...now she was going to regret it. Sighing heavily she watched him, her hands folded on her lap. "Oh..." Chewing on the inside of her cheek she willed herself to stay calm. It's not like they had planned to spend the rest of their lives together. But she despised being lied to. She knew that she most likely wouldnt be able to trust him after this.

"It's not that I wanted to... especially not now... But.." Jason sighed and shook his head, frowning down at the ground shamefully as he bit his lip and reluctantly let her hands go, his own balling into angry fists on the bed. "I... I know who Leif is. I know about her. I was told about her as an assignment before I went AWOL. She's important... She was supposed to be the personal breeder for someone very high up the chain of command in the Democracy in Los Angeles. And now... they want her back, Erai. Before I went AWOL, I heard about a secret mission they were planning to get her back. They're going to send a specialist out here to catch her... and try to break up S.H.I.E.L.D. You have to evacuate everyone as soon as possible." he whispered, almost wincing in preparation to be slapped as he said this.

Erai had stood about midway through his speech to pace the room. But as his words sunk in she grew angry. "You wanted us to wait a week. Were you trying to delay us so they'd have more time?" Her voice rose in anger as she turned and stared at him. "I trusted you...I..." Clearing her throat she shook her head seconds before she slammed her fist into a near by wall. She'd wanted to hit him but still cared enough not to. Pulling her fist back as pain erupted in her hand she inhaled deeply and clutched it tightly against her chest.

"E-Erai, Jesus!" Jason gasped, standing up and blinking at her before moving towards her, reaching for her wrist. "Y-you're gonna break your hand! Shit, I think you already have... Erai!" he sighed, looking her in the eyes. "Look, I know I lied to you, and you probably feel betrayed and I'm really sorry! But isn't it worth anything that I'm telling you this now?" he whimpered. "I'm warning you now, so that you will have the chance to run while there's still time. They won't mobilize until two weeks from now, you have until then to get everyone on the reservation packed up and moved far away from here..." he whispered firmly. "I know you don't have much reason to trust me anymore, but please... please, just listen to me. I will... I will help where you need me... and I will stay behind when you all go.."

Looking down at him holding her wrist, she frowned for a moment before looking back up into his eyes. "Why are you telling me this now? Why help us?" Biting down on her bottom lip she began flexing her fingers and cringed. A sharp pain spread throughout her fingers sending tears to her eyes. "Ice...Keep talking..." Grabbing onto his hand with her unhurt one she tugged him back out of her room and downstairs in the deserted kitchen. Grabbing a towel out of one of the drawers she dumped a bunch of ice into it before placing it against her hand.

Jason frowned at her and shook his head, pulling the entire bucket of ice out of the freezer and grabbing her hand, grabbing her wrist and helping dig a hole for her injured hand, leading it into the bucket. He held it there with her hand submerged in the ice and sighed, turning to look at her seriously. "Because I don't want anything bad to happen to you--" he stopped and coughed, catching himself abruptly before continuing, "--Or anyone else on this reservation. You're all good people, and you deserve to be safe and happy... I made a lot of mistakes, and killed a lot of people with my job there.... I don't want to do that anymore."

Erai watched him carefully for a moment before sighing and reaching out with her free hand she took one of his and laced their fingers together. "Jason..." Biting her bottom lip she tugged him closer and rested her head against his stomach. She didn't care that he'd lied to her. She couldnt fathom why but it just wasn't important. "I want you to come with us..."

Jason frowned down at her deeply, feeling his hand instinctively tighten around hers. "I can't, Erai..." he whispered solemnly, turning and heading away from her, releasing her hand. "Like I said... I made a lot of mistakes before... I'm not going to anymore. I'm going back to the compound. I have to try to convince them to leave you guys alone... or at least distract them enough to give you guys a head start."

Erai's eyebrows drew together in frustration. Pulling her hand out of the ice she walked over to the basement door and banged on it. Opening the door she called down. "Tray! Get up here..." Running a hand through her hair she looked over at Jason and tears pricked the back of her eyes. Clearing her throat she refused to let the tears fall. Determined to hold her ground she walked over to Jason and kissed him softly. Her cheeks and eyes ached from holding back tears. She was so stupid, allowing herself to fall for someone she had hardly known and who had lied to her. But it was too late to turn back now.

Jason gave a soft, breathy moan against her lips and kissed her back just as gently. It had sounded more like a whine... a protest to his own plans. He wanted so badly to go with her... for some reason. Don't get attached. Telling himself this now was only futile, white noise... he didn't hear it. He wrapped a hand around her middle and pulled her closer, just wanting to feel her body against his. He didn't know for sure when would be the last time, so he wanted desparately to savor each moment. "I'm so sorry..." he whispered honestly when it broke, keeping his face close to hers, their noses lightly brushing against each other.

"I failed..." Biting her bottom lip she looked into his eyes, a tear slowly rolling down her cheek. "I got attached..." A soft sob escaped her lips as she wrapped her arms around him possessively. "I'm sorry...I know...I know I said I wouldn't." Sniffling softly she forced herself to continue looking into his eyes, even with her entire body wanting to pull away and get defensive. He hadn't yet pulled away from her but it was just a matter of time.

Jason gulped thickly at her words and the sight of her tears. He'd never had to deal with a crying woman before. The only woman he'd ever known was the Captain and she never cried, and even if she did, it would never have been in front of him. He reached up slowly and his thumb brushed her tear away gently, his eyes staying locked on hers. After a beat of silence, he whispered, "Me too." He gave her a moment to process this information, feeling his chest get heavy and he had to take a deep breath just to make sure it hadn't collapsed. "That's why I have to leave. You understand, right?" he whispered, tilting his head to one side gently.

"No...I-I don't understand. But...I'm not going to stop you if you want to leave..." Leaning into his hand, Erai sighed softly. Me too...He was attached too? Oh god...and I have to let him leave? Cringing she turned her head to kiss his palm before laying her head on his chest. Closing her eyes she savored this moment because she knew there wouldn't be many of them left.

"It's not that I want to, Erai.... honestly." Jason said softly into her hair, just smelling her and closing his eyes as he hugged her tightly, rubbing her back slowly with both hands while he hugged her. "I really.... really want to go with you." he sighed into her neck, shaking his head. "But I can't. It's too dangerous. If I do, they could track me and kill everyone... I have to go back and do this so you're all safe." He kissed her neck and sniffed, tightening his grip on her. "Please just... I know I said before that you shouldn't trust me... but this time I really need you to."

"I do...I do trust you. But what if I never see you again..." Erai tightened her arms around his waist as the tears began to fall. This was her biggest fear, falling for someone and then them leaving her life. She wanted him in her life, for good. Sighing heavily she nuzzled his neck and closed her eyes. "What about your safty? What...what if we just moved the families and then Tray, Rixon and I can come with you. Help you..."

"No, Erai, I can't risk that. You guys are these peoples' leaders. You NEED to be here for them." Jason whispered sternly, then looked down at her with a frown. "And I wouldn't be able to live with myself if anything happened to you." He raised his hands to her cheeks again and wiped the tears away firmly. "Now stop crying. I can't stand it." he whispered sternly, but playfully, and kissed her lips, a ghost of a smile in his eyes. "Please, stop crying... please. It hurts to see you cry."

Erai inhaled deeply and took a step away from Jason to brush away her tears. Taking one look at him she threw her arms around his neck and kissed him deeply. Just then the basement door popped open and Tray's head peeked out. "Uh...you called?" Clearing his throat Tray stepped out and waited. Erai smiled against Jason's lips and pulled away a bit. "Uh...Jason has some things to talk to you about." Taking Jason's hand in hers she led the way into the kitchen to sit down and talk civilly.

Tray followed behind them in just a pair of jeans. Running a hand up and down his chest he sighed heavily and rolled his eyes. What is this about...I have a damn delicious woman down stairs waiting for me... Sitting down at the table beside Erai and waited for this...talk to begin.

Jason had followed Erai to sit down at the table, leaning forward heavily on his elbows on the table itself and sighing into his hands. "Tray...." he started, then frowned. How was he supposed to explain this? "Someone is going to be sent here... to break up S.H.I.E.L.D. and take Leif back. She was bought by a very wealthy and powerful man in the Democracy and he wants what he paid for. If he doesn't get it... they're prepared to bomb this entire reservation. This is what we were briefed on before I... left." he said softly and looked at Tray seriously. "We need to get everyone packed up and moved out of here immediately."

Tray's fists were clenched tightly as he quickly rose to his feet and moved to the basement door. "Leif! Come here, please!" He was going to keep her in his sights no matter what. "Erai...hit the alarm, please..."

Erai rose to her feet and slapped a big red button on the wall next to the garage. Instantly a loud alarm started blaring, signaling everyone to come to the main house, here. Turning to look at Jason she frowned. "I'll need to pack a duffel bag..." They had a few other places lined up that the town could go but they would all need to pack up and hurry. It would be a few short moments and then there would be people piled in her front yard. Going back over to him she wrapped her arms around him and clung to him for dear life.

Jason let Erai hug him, his eyes staring blankly down at the table as he heard the siren going off outside. He was already packed, so he wouldn't have to worry about that. He'd never even started to unpack his clothes. He gulped and sighed, clentching his fists on the table's surface. He felt sick.

Leif scrambled up the stairs from the basement, Roux in her arms and she was wearing only a pair of her boyshorts underwear and one of Tray's shirts. She gulped at the sound of the siren, panic evident on her face as she moved to Tray's side quickly. "W-what's going on?! Are they here?! What's the siren for?" she asked quickly, feeling incredibly scared.

Tray took Leif into his arms and led them over to the bay windows in the living room. Placing his chin on her shoulder they watched the people collect in the front yard. "We're leaving. Jason just informed me that...That they are coming for...you." Sighing heavily, his arms around her tightened possessively.

Leif gasped in alarm, pulling back from Tray and turning to face him, blinking up in shock and horror. "T-Tray..." she whimpered, setting Roux down carefully so she could hug him properly, nuzzling into his chest and crying softly. "P-please... please don't let them get me... please. These have been the best days of my life with you and Erai and Rixon and everyone else... despite all of our fights and angry moments, I've never felt so... free." she whimpered. "Please, don't let them take me..." she begged with a splutter, gripping to him.

Tray tightened his arms around her once again and buried his face in her neck. "Never...they'll never get to you." Pressing his lips against her neck he sighed heavily. Time...that's all he asked for. He wanted more time to prepare and more time with Leif. Glancing out the window he saw that almost everyone was there, everyone except Rixon.

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Erai looked down at Jason and bit down on her lip. "Come upstairs with me..." Reaching down she laced her fingers with his and tugged him upstairs. As she brought them into the bedroom and closed the door. Tray could handle it...she needed time with Jason before she said good-bye. Reaching into her closet she pulled out a huge duffel bag and began stuffing clothing into it. She didn't own any bra's and her panties were limited so it was filled with shirts, jackets, pants, shorts, skirts, socks, and a few spare pairs of shoes. Grabbing a few things from the bathroom she threw them in as well and sighed. "That is it..." Turning to Jason she eyed him carefully before she stepped over to him and wrapped her arms around him, pulling him into a passionate kiss.

Jason kissed her back passionately, achingly so, his eyes closed and his hands wrapping around her middle. He sighed through his nose and broke the kiss gently, looking at her sadly, then reached up and cradled her head in both of his hands, studying her face. "Erai..." he whispered and sighed, studying her. "I'm so sorry... about all of this. I... I had no idea." He kissed her again firmly. Only two days and he was already so attached to this woman... this strong, proud, stubborn woman. She was beautiful, smart, tough, adorably funny... Two days and he wanted to give and be everything to her. He regretted ever accepting this job. When he broke the kiss next, he looked down into her eyes. "Go brief everyone on what's happening... When you get back... I want you all to myself."

Erai kissed him one last time and headed for the door. Glancing over her shoulder at Jason, she frowned before hurrying down the stairs, her short heels clicking on the wood of the stairs. As she came down the stairs, her eyes met up with Tray's and as if they were a magnet, moving as one they both headed for the door and stepped outside, Tray's arms around Leif possessively. Glancing around, Erai frowned. Where was Rixon? Simi hurried up the stairs to Erai's side and hugged her sister, her arms wrapped around her big sister's waste. Rixon was her other partner, the other corner of their unbreakable triangle. They needed him and he needed to be a part of this.

There was a few grunts and groans from the crowds of people gathered in front of the house and Rixon pushed through the people with a growl of, "Dios mio! Get out of my way!" he hurried to the steps and pulled Erai into a hug, then pulled Simi against himself protectively. Apparently, that's where he'd been spending all of his time lately--with her. "What's going on, Erai?" he asked seriously, hearing the siren die down now that everyone was in front of them.

Jason watched solemnly from the window upstairs, his expression tortured as he saw Rixon hugging Simi, and Tray holding on for dear life to Leif, who was hugging him back in much the same fashion. And Erai... He gulped back a little sick in his throat and moved through the rooms to his pack on the ground, digging through it to find the cell phone pieces. He clutched at them, then fit them together and dialed for the Captain. Voicemail. "I quit. I'm coming back, and I'll take whatever you deal me... but I'm not bringing her back with me. I'm not going to let you do this to anyone else ever again." he whispered, then shut the phone off and tucked it back into his pack angrily, closing it and leaving it there.

Erai stepped away from the two couples and placed her hands on the banister. Glancing out at the people in her yard, waiting expectantly. "I have just been notified by a friend and new member of our community that...the government knows our position and is in the process of sending someone out here." Gasps and whispers spread around the group and Erai waited a few moments for them to quiet down once again. "So we need everyone to start packing up. You know the drill. Put only the things you NEED in your designated vans and report back here when your done. We have 3 hours people. So let's get a move on it." Everyone dispersed and headed back to their homes and began packing. "I'll be upstairs when your ready." Tray's things were always packed so all he needed to do was pack up his equipment and then their house was done, except for food. Heading back inside she went back up to her room. Pausing in the door way she stared up at Jason, sorrow in her eyes.

Jason was back in front of the window, his arms folded and he gulped thickly as he heard her step into the doorway. He slowly turned to face her, the same sorrow in his own expression, but he still tried to give her a small smile. He pulled himself from the window and moved towards her slowly, then grabbed her hand and led her into the room, closing the door lightly. "Erai..." he whispered and moved until their bodies were close. He bit his lip and sighed, then leaned down and kissed her firmly, passionately, but deeply. He had never done this before, but he wanted to try. He wanted to show her how grateful he was for her... for his time with her. He wanted to make love to her, while he still had time to.

Erai wrapped her arms around Jason's neck and pulled him tightly against her body, her smooth curves seemed to fit against him perfectly. "Jason... Please..." She didn't elaborate what she was wanting, whether for him to make love to her or to stay with her, she didn't say but both were very strong in her mind.

Jason panted against her lips, giving a small whimper, and in a fluid movement, he bent and lifted her into his arms, carrying her to her bed. He set her down on top of it, then pulled back after another deep kiss, moving to her feet. He pulled off her shoes, followed by her socks, then slid his hands up to her pants and undid them, hooking his thumbs into them and pulling them down slowly, kissing her hips each a couple of times as he did, tossing them aside. He kissed back up the insides of her legs, planting gentle tongued kisses on the insides of her thighs towards her crotch, then sat up and slid his hands under her shirt, pulling it up and over her head carefully slow. He then looped a hand behind her neck and brought their lips together again, closing his eyes as he kissed her.

Erai gasped as his lips grew dangerously close to her crotch. Closing her eyes she went to him willingly when he kissed her. She wasn't sure that when the time came she was going to be able to watch him leave. She didn't care how much danger it put them all in. "Take your clothes off..." Quickly she began pulling his shirt off of him and after tossing it aside she began working on his pants. Pushing them down his body looking up into his eyes she smiled softly up into his gorgeous eyes.

Jason helped her get himself out of his pants, kicking them off and he smiled at her softly. He was already hard and ready for her. He crawled over her and laid beside her though, only slightly on top of her, one of his legs entwined with hers, kissing her deeply over and over again, his hand stroking her jawline as he cradled her head. He shifted to lay between her legs carefully, but didn't push into her yet, just letting her feel his weight on her, and her body beneath his.

Erai spread her legs gently, just wide enough that he'd be comfortable and be able to drive into her deeply when he was ready. Sighing softly, she ran her hands up and down his arms along his chest and then down his abdomen to brush against the top of his cock. Looking into his eyes, her chest ached slightly, but she pushed that feeling aside to spend her last moments with him.

Jason swallowed thickly and blushed, shivering visibly at her touch, and he leaned down, kissing her again carefully, closing his eyes. As he did, he pushed into her, breaking the kiss only so he could groan and breathe, pushing into her until he hilted, and he moaned against her neck. "Gods, Erai..." he whispered. Yes, they'd fucked a few times over the last couple of days, but he'd never really taken a moment to appreciate just how good she felt.

Erai moaned softly as he entered her, panting slightly. Moving his head so they were looking into each other's eyes, she began to rock her hips against his. Her movements were slow and long as she slid along the length of him. Biting her bottom lip, she forced herself to look into his eyes, wanting him to see the pleasure he was giving her.

Jason breathed deeply, shakily, his entire body giving a tremble. He locked his eyes on hers though, studying her face and lightly brushing his thumb over her bottom lip, tracing her mouth lightly. His hips moved in and out of her slowly, gently, just soft rolls of his muscles as he hovered over her. His hands explored her body one at a time, running down her sides, under her ass, up her thighs, then back up her body and into her hair, twining into her curls so he could kiss her deeply, just breathing with her. He liked this, being this close with her.

Erai moaned against his lips as she wrapped her legs around his waist. He was being amazing, gentle and loving. Closing her eyes while they kissed she threaded her fingers through his hair, holding him close. Trailing her tongue along his bottom lip she begged for entrance. Ever so slowly she began rocking her hips against his, matching his pace and rhythm.

With an echoing moan in response against her lips, he opened his and allowed her tongue entrance, his own snaking out to meet hers and dance with it, kissing her so deeply. It was all sensation now, the warm tingle of their tongues, the unbearably soft friction of their hips... Jason sped up his thrusts only fractionally, panting against her mouth and keeping his hands tangled in her hair affectionately.

Erai moaned against his lips as her tongue tangled itself with his. When he changed his rhythm she did the same to match his. Raising her hips just slightly she caused herself to rub her clit against his crotch. Moaning loudly she threw back her head and cried out in pleasure. "Jason!"

Jason smiled slightly to himself as she cried out, admiring her face as pleasure ran through her. He moaned and shuddered at how wonderfully his name slid from her lips. He sped up just a little more, but his rhythm still stayed gentle and adoring, rolling his hips up and back so he brushed her g-spot every time. "Th-that's it, baby..." he whispered, kissing her neck and throat while her head was still back.

Erai whimpered softly as a moan slipped from her lips. "So good..." She knew with how they were going she wouldn't last long but she wanted to hold on for as long as possible. "Ja-Jason...Mmm...Getting close..." Biting down on her bottom lip she looked at him through half closed eyes.

"Mm, me too, baby..." Jason whispered hotly and kissed her lips again, lightly nibbling her lower one and nuzzling her forehead with his, their noses brushing against one another lightly. He rocked his hips into hers a bit more, panting and breathing deeply, feeling the pressure building in his hips quickly. "Cum for me, Erai... Cum with me." he groaned, feeling the edge of his orgasm drawing closer faster and faster. He tightened his arms' grips on her body, trying to pull her closer to himself, even though he was laying directly on her.

Erai cried out as he coaxed her into a blinding orgasm. Her moans turned into soft screams and her legs tightened around him causing her clit to rub more firmly against him. "Oh Jason!!!" Opening her eyes she stated into his as she rode her orgasm as long as she could. "Cum...Please!"

As soon as her muscles clamped down on him and began to milk him, Jason found his release. He gave her a few more soft thrusts, slowing gradually as he filled her, his forehead down against hers and his eyes closed lightly. He grunted and moaned, breathing deeply and biting his lip as he came. He eventually stopped moving, just resting, collapsed on top of her, his arms still around her, hugging her to him, and he kissed her slowly. "Erai..." he breathed, just wanting to say her name.

Erai responded to his kiss half heartedly as relization set in. She turned her head slightly, not wanting him to see the tears that had welled up in her eyes. Biting her bottom lip she held in her sobs and sniffles softly. He's leaving you. Get the fuck over it and suck it up. Just because he's amazing and your falling for him. You'll find someone else. But deep down she knew that that wasn't true. It was him and only him...Forever.

Jason breathed deeply, smelling her, hearing her breathing hitch and shorten. He knew she was crying, but he didn't say anything. He nuzzled her head with his, resting his against hers and sighing sadly. He didn't want to leave her. He didn't want to let go. This entire time with her had been... amazing. Perfect. Unreal. He gulped and hugged her tightly, stroking her hair, and resisting the urge to stay buried inside of her, he pulled out slowly, breathing sharply as he was freed. "Gods, Erai.." he whined, kissing her cheek. He rolled to lay beside her, pulling her back against his chest and just hugging her body to his.

Erai laid there in his arms, staying quiet and not saying a thing. Her chest physically ached as she thought about him leaving her. Why? Why did he have to leave her? Sighing she rolled over and buried her face in his neck. Her hands splayed against his chest her eyes closed. She was scared. Scared for him, scared for herself, and scared for her people.

Jason very happily hugged her back, nuzzling into her neck and kissing it softly, closing his eyes tightly against the seething pain in his own chest at the idea of leaving. Why? Why does it hurt so much? You hardly know her.. you've only been here a few days! No one can fall for someone else in such a short amount of time... he told himself, but there was no arguement to have. He had fallen for her. "I don't want to go..." he confided in a gentle whisper.

"So don't...don't leave me." Sliding her arms around him she held him against her, clinging to him almost desperately as if he were going to somehow disappear right in front of her very eyes. Licking her lips nervously, she turned her head so she could look into his eyes. "Come with me...please..." She felt like she was begging but...well no, she was begging him. She'd never felt emotions like this before, nor has she ever felt so strongly with anyone in her life.

Jason looked back down into her eyes, gulping thickly and feeling his heart strings wretching at her words. She was begging him... He sighed deeply, shakily, closing his eyes so that he wouldn't have to look down into her eyes. He'd told her as much truth as he could.. but not all of it. She still didn't know that he was the agent there to collect Leif. His mouth went dry at the idea of telling her that. If she knew that, she wouldn't be asking him these things, and that's what hurt more. He couldn't be there for that... to see that heartbreak on her face. Because of him. He breathed deeply again slowly, then opened his eyes to hers and nuzzled her face, kissing her again. "I have to." he whispered, hoping she would leave it at that. He bit his lip, then added, "But if you all go on ahead... I'll catch up to you. I promise..."

Erai nodded her head and sighed. She knew she should get up and get dressed instead of laying there with him but she didn't want to move. The moment was too perfect. She wanted to keep it this way. Kissing his lips softly she pulled away to stand up and get dressed.

Jason watched her pull away from him with a deep frown, his hands tightening on her briefly before reluctantly letting her go. "Come back..." he whispered, the words out of his mouth before he could stop them. He didn't want this perfect moment to end either. He wanted to hold her for as long as he could before they both had to part ways. He watched her with a small gulp, his lips set in a grim line, his eyes begging her to come back to bed, one hand still circled around her wrist gently.

Biting down on her bottom lip, Erai crawled back across the bed and straight into his arms. That was when she allowed the sobs to break through. Tears streamed down her cheeks as she laid in his arms. Burying her head in his neck she swallowed the lump in her throat. She hurt. She heart physically and emotionally ached. She knew that this was what it felt to have her heart break. She doubted very much that she'd ever see him again but she'd hold on to her hope. "We--We'll have to ask Tray where he plans on going to you'll know where to find me."

Jason's heart wrentched at her sobs, his arms tight around her as he closed his eyes and simply breathed, letting her cry. He could feel her wet, warm tears running down his neck and shoulder, into the sheets under him. He rolled onto his back, still hugging her to him, not willing to let her go just yet. He took a deep breath and steadied himself. "I'll always find you, Erai." he whispered, rubbing her back. "I promise." He kissed her neck reassuringly, then tried to lighten the mood by saying, "Now stop crying... you know I can't stand to see you cry."

Erai smiled softly and nodded her head gently. "Okay..." Clearing her throat, she ran her fingertips along his jaw line. Looking up into his eyes she smiled. "You know, we cant just lay here forever." Brushing the wetness from her eyes she breathed shakily. She didn't want to rush his departure but she knew they were going to have to get up soon.

"Yes we can." Jason whispered softly, playfully, admiring her eyes in return with a gentle smile. "I'm willing to try." He nuzzled her face with his, their noses brushing softly, and he kissed her lips again. He was resisting the urge to sigh sadly, not wanting to feel the weight of the fact that they were going to have to part ways very soon. "Erai... I have a favor to ask."

Erai pulled away ever so slightly so she could look into his eyes. Nodding her head she chewed on her bottom lip and watched him carefully. A favor? What could he want? "Sure..." Searching his eyes carefully she frowned slightly. He was leaving...what could she do for him?

"I need a car..." Jason whispered and gave her a hopeful, but sad smile. "It's a six-day walk from here back to the edge of San Franciso... But if I had a vehicle, I could get there in one." He shrugged and sighed heavily, rubbing the back of his neck. "You don't have to... gods know I don't deserve it... but the sooner I get back to the compound and take care of what I need to... the sooner I can find my way back to you."

Erai nodded her head softly. "Come on..." This time she pulled away from Jason and got up. She quickly dressed and pulled her bedroom door open. Sighing she lifted her duffel bag up onto her shoulder and waited for him to join her.

Jason watched her sadly as she got up, then sighed and forcefully pulled himself to his feet as well. He grabbed up his clothes, pulling them on quickly and then grabbing his pack from his room, pulling it over his shoulders and sighing sadly as he followed her to the door and out of it, heading downstairs reluctantly. "You look far too good without clothes... It's depressing to see you this way." he said jokingly and fingered the back of her shirt playfully, trying to lighten her mood again.

Erai giggled softly and nodded her head. "I'll have to keep that in mind." She led the way outside where a van was parked in their drive. Tossing her duffel bag inside she turned and headed down the streets. A few blocks over a large factory could be seen. This was where they house all of their vehicles. A few moments later Erai was leading him inside and across the floor to a large case on the wall. Pulling a set of keys from her pocket she unlocked it and picked out a set of keys. Locking the case again, she crossed to a wall with a huge map on it. Putting her finger near a big red circle she sighed. "This is where we should be...if you dont find us here then these our are three other locations that are already set up." She pointed to each in turn before turned and handing him the keys to a car.

Jason studied the map and the points she'd showed him, memorizing the picture perfectly in his brain. He nodded and took the keys gratefully, giving her a small, sad smile. "I'll try to get the car back to you in one piece." he whispered and sighed. He pulled her into another tight hug, kissing her neck, jaw, cheek, and finally her mouth, before just hugging her and smelling her. She smelled so good. "I'm so sorry..." he whispered.

Erai cleared her throat and nodded. She refused to cry again. Sighing she looked up into Jason's eyes and frowned. "Don't be late." A soft smile spread across her face because, of course... they hadn't set a time or date to see each other again. Placing her palm against his cheek she looked into his eyes as if she could see into his very soul. Standing on tiptoes she kissed his lips lovingly. You'll be okay... It'll be fine.

Jason kissed her back deeply, closing his eyes and sliding his arms around her waist, pulling their bodies closer together. He had been caught off-guard by that stare of hers... It had made him feel like she could see everything... his secrets. He broke the kiss reluctantly and sighed sadly. He nuzzled her forehead with his, his eyes still closed, and he swallowed thickly. Why was this so hard? He knew why. "I'll miss you." he said honestly, very slowly pulling away.

"I'll miss you too, Jason." Erai's voice was soft as she pulled away from him. Blowing him a kiss, she turned and left the warehouse before she broke down into tears once again. By the time she'd crossed the few blocks back to her house the front hard was full once again. Glancing around she noticed Tray standing beside the van with Leif. Everyone seemed to be ready.

Tray saw Erai coming in their direction, alone. "Where's Jason?" From the look on Erai's face he knew that Jason wouldn't be joining them. He frowned slightly as he watched Erai climbed astride her bike. Picking her small backpack off of the ground she slid it on and backed the bike out of the garage. "Saddle up!"

Everyone was in a mess now, however organized they could make it, all running for their vehicles. Leif looked around, watching as Rixon pulled himself onto his ATV, revving the engine with Simi at his back and their bags strapped to the racks on each tire. She bit her lip and looked around, then gasped. "Roux! Where's Roux?" she had let him down to go to the bathroom, but he had somehow wandered off. She went in search of the small German Shepherd puppy, calling for him as she moved away from the van and Tray. Amongst the loud roars of engines and other sounds, and the commotion of cars coming and going... no one noticed the small black sedan that skid to a stop beside Leif and suddenly yanked her up into the passenger seat. She didn't even have time to scream. A few minutes later, Roux was standing where she'd been abducted, barking as the sedan sped away.

Tray looked down at Roux and frowned as he scooped the dog up into his arms. "Where's your momma?" Glancing around he noticed a very unfamiliar looking vehicle and knew that something was wrong. Glancing around again he rushed over to Simi. "take the dog." Without another word he plopped the dog onto her lap and raced over to Erai. "Leif's been taken!"

Erai glanced around and saw the sedan speeding away. Her men came in their direction. All of them on bikes. Revving her engine she got their attention and began using their cordinated hand signals. They were going after her. Tray jumped on his bike as they all sped off in the direction of the sedan.

Jason grit his teeth guiltily as he led the sedan away from the camp, Leif struggling against the child-locked door on her side. Even the window was locked shut. "W-what do you want with me?!" she screamed, her eyes wide. She knew she couldn't trust him. She never had. "Let me go!" she begged, tears in her eyes.

"Listen, I know I haven't given you much reason to trust me, but I need your help." Jason said quickly, reaching into his bag at her feet and pulling out a cell phone. She gasped, her eyes wide and he looked at her. "I know. I'm a terrible person. But listen, just do this one thing for me and I'll let you go, I promise." he said firmly as he dialed a number. It was to his captain's voicemail and he grit his teeth. "Captain... This is Cardote. I have the girl in my possession and I'm bringing her straight to Los Angeles. We'll meet you there." he said and looked at Leif, holding the phone out towards her. "Say something, chica." he said firmly, but his eyes were pleading for her cooperation.

Leif gazed at him in utter shock and confusion, gulping deeply, and she whimpered into the phone. "P-please... Please don't do this... Oh gods, please..." He then clicked the phone shut and offered it to her. She blinked at the phone as she held it, looking at him in confusion.

"Hang onto it. I'll be able to track it and make sure you're all safe. Don't let the others know you have it. They'll destroy it if they knew." Jason explained quickly. "If you let me track you, I'll know where to tell them to avoid. You'll be safest this way." he explained as he suddenly slammed on the brakes and skidded to a stop on the dirt road, making Leif shriek and brace herself against the dashboard. He then unlocked the car and looked at her. "Tell Erai I'm sorry..." he whimpered before nodding at her to go.

Leif blinked at him again, but she didn't waste time scrambling out of the car. She slammed the door shut and the sedan sped off without a moment's hesitation, leaving her in the dust, clutching to the cell phone. She watched the car race off and she gaped, then turned, hearing the familiar roar of bikes and ATV's on their way towards her. "TRAY!" she screamed, tucking the cell phone into her dress pocket, waving her arms.

Erai was the first to stop next to Leif since the boys were a little further behind. Instead of just standing their she pulled the girl into her arms and hugged her tight. "They just let you go?" Confusion washed over her as she held her ex-lover to her. She may not feel that way towards Leif anymore but she sure as hell didnt want anything happening to her either.

Leif spluttered a frightened sob and nodded, hugging Erai tightly and shaking. "I-It was Jason!" she whimpered, clinging to Erai. "H-He told me to tell you... that he's sorry. He called someone... told them I was going back with him to Los Angeles... Then had me s-speak into the phone. Then he stopped and let me out..." she whined, blinking at Erai.

"A diversion...Oh, Leif, honey. I'm sorry he scared you." Running her hand through the girls hair she fought back tears. He was crazy. The government was going to kill him for deceiving him. Sighing heavily she kissed Leif's head and frowned. "Come on, climb on." Sliding onto the bike she looked at Leif and smiled softly. "I'll pass you to Tray when we get back to base."

Leif whimpered and nodded, clutching to Erai and closing her eyes out of fear as she climbed onto the bike behind her. She sniffled and felt sick with fear, but she wanted so badly to get back to Tray. She just felt scared for Erai.... The way Jason had spoken... he had sounded like HE was the agent come to take her back. So why wasn't he?

As they came into the base once again, Erai spoke into her mic, letting Tray know she had Leif and they were back at the house. "I'm sure he did what he needed to do to keep us safe." Her voice wavered slightly as she spoke to Leif, completely unsure now. Was it just a coincidence or was he meant to be the one to kidnap her?

Leif nodded slowly and bit her lip at Erai, reading her insecurity about this statement. She turned and kept a lookout for Tray hugging herself and wondering where Roux was. "I hope so." she whispered and slowly looked back at Erai again with a hopeful smile. "I have never seen you like that with anyone, Erai.... Not even me." she winked. "You really liked him..?"

Erai cleared her throat and nodded her head. "I believe...I believe I loved him." Sighing she shook her head and sat back comfortably on her bike as the boys rolled into town once again. Tray pulled up beside Leif and pulled her into his arms. "Roux is with Simi, perfectly safe." Tray kissed her head and looked at Erai. "Let's move. We'll talk about it when we get there."

Leif instantly wrapped her arms around his neck, hugging herself to him with a whimper of relief and shaking slightly and sniffling. She pulled herself onto the back of his bike and hugged herself to his back, her arms latched around his middle snuggly and she gave Erai another grateful smile. "I'm sure he loves you too." she called to Erai and tilted her head as she leaned it against Tray's back. "After all... If he didn't... why would he have let me go?"

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Jason was gritting his teeth hard. He'd been driving for ten hours already, a total of one hundred and thirty miles, speeding. He finally pulled into the main gates of the city of Los Angeles, honking his horn so they would open them and he could cross the bridge into the compound. He felt sick. He didn't have his cell anymore, so he couldn't call his captain to let her know he was here. But he knew where to go. He pulled up outside of the large building and looked up at the steel, glass, and concrete building with a wrinkle of his nose, then slid his sunglasses on and stepped out of the car, heading inside.

He trailed the halls with a serious face, pulling his shades off and folding them into his pocket, then checking his belt for his gun. It was loaded... ready. He followed the signs that read, "Senator Gordon Browning". That was the one that had bought Leif. The one that was head of the Breeders For A Better America's funding. The compound had been his idea. He swallowed his nerves thickly. He knocked on his office door, then let himself in, nodding at the secretary to leave, showing her his gun under his coat and her eyes went wide. She scurried away and he locked the door behind her. He then turned and headed into the office, where his Captain and the Senator were waiting. He nodded.

"Where is she?" the captain asked, watching him with stern eyes.

"She's in the car I stole. I'm waiting to bring her in... at the right moment." Jason said softly, folding his arms in front of himself.

The senator scoffed from behind his desk. "The right moment?"

"Cardote, she's a breeder." the captain scoffed, rolling her eyes.

Jason looked at her and scowled. "Yes. A fragile, virgin breeder." He heard the senator gasp almost excitedly and he wrinkled his nose. "You should both be ashamed of yourselves." They tilted their heads at him and his captain looked like she was about to bite his head off for wasting time. "We haven't discussed my payment."

"Oh, of course. The bounty hunter wants to get paid." Senator Browning coughed, his large belly bouncing under his fat chin as he folded sausage-like fingers on his desk, steepling them in front of his mouth. "What do you want?"

"I want to quit." Jason said firmly. "Sorry, resign." he corrected, holding up a hand to the captain. "I'm tired of being a bounty hunter. It doesn't suit me anymore. I want to leave the city, and I want to be assured that no matter where I go, I'll never be hunted either." he growled.

The captain wrinkled her nose, her hand moving to the senator's shoulder and squeezing firmly in warning. "Of course." she said in a strained voice, her eyes narrowing on him. "It would be sad to see you go, though, Cardote. You're our best agent."

Jason coughed a sarcastic laugh, rolling his eyes and shaking his head. "I'm sure I am." he grumbled. "Promise me." he whispered and looked at the senator as well.

"I'll have a contract written up and sent to you by my secretary as soon as I have the girl." the senator smirked. "Now... where is she?"

"Oh... that's another thing..." Jason sighed sadly, hanging his head a little. "Your secretary quit a moment ago." The senator sat forward in his seat a little in confusion, and the captain raised her brows a little. "As for the girl... She's right here." In a fluid movement, he pulled his gun, flipped the safety and fired two shots into the senator's chest. He cried out in pain, grunted, then slumped in his chair, his head lolled back. The captain had jumped a little in shock, but hadn't made a sound. When she looked at Jason, he already had his gun aimed at her. He shook his head. "You should have known better, Capt'n." he muttered, his eyes strained. "You of all people..." He breathed shakily.

"P-please, Cardote... J-Jason... I have a family." she whispered firmly, holding up both hands and taking a slow step back.

Jason tilted his head at her and narrowed his eyes. "Oh please, capt'n. You think I'm stupid? I can dig for information too." he grumbled and his finger tightened on the trigger, releasing three more shots into her chest too. She stumbled back to the wall and slid down until she hit the floor, dead. He gulped and dropped the gun onto the floor, hearing sirens on the ground fifty-two floors below them. He watched them both closely, making sure they weren't about to get back up, then he turned and grabbed up a book of matches from the senator's bar, along with a large bottle of Jack Daniels. He poured the alcohol all over the carpet and desk, all over the senator, then dropped a flaming match on it as he left the room, watching it go up in flames. He locked the door on his way out, then headed for the emergency exit, his jaw tight and pulsing as he flew down flight after flight of stairs. He had to get out now. He could hear the police breaking into the emergency staircase at the very bottom of the stairwell, probably to cordon off the route. They probably also shut down the elevators. He turned and headed into the third floor office spaces, seeing it was already evacuated. He threw a chair out of a window after checking to see a large truck was parked below. He then launched himself from it, landing hard in a roll on the truck, then onto the ground, grunting as he did, feeling his ankle snap. He growled in pain, but pulled himself onto his feet and limped with help from the trailer into the nearby alley, where he was parked. He climbed into the sedan and panted in pain. Shit... his right ankle was the one that snapped. It would hurt like hell to press on the gas, but he had to. He started the car and reversed out of the alleyway, speeding down the street towards the gates. I'm coming, Erai... he thought seriously. It was eleven hours since he had left them, they were probably more than halfway to their next destination. Which means he had about two more days of driving, the pinpoint on the map blaring in his head in photographic memory.



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