Still smirking into the kiss, Kaia draped her arms around his shoulders, her body alight with anticipation. In a quick and fluid motion though, Alexandros rolled the both of them over, so that Kaia was on her back below him.

’You don’t have any discipline, do you Kaia? Can’t follow simple instructions. Perhaps I shouldn’t do this for you.’

Kaia raised a brow, her curiosity getting the better of her. She knew exactly what was about to happen, she’d even given him the perfect position to do so too. However, Kaia wouldn’t complain if he wanted to take a moment for them to explore each other beforehand. She herself had no problems with running her hands along his muscled frame.

“I’m afraid I used it all up in our lesson,” Kaia murmured in response, her expression mischievous. He kissed her again after that, but his lips didn’t remain on hers for long. Instead, he kissed her chin, encouraging her to tilt her head back slightly in the process. Kaia gave a pleased exhale as she closed her eyes, her skin tingling with each touch of his lips. Without thought, Kaia broke the hold she had around the back of his neck with her arms and instead, threaded her fingers through his dark hair, her nails scraping his scalp ever so slightly. Much to her delight, Alexandros continued to trail kisses down her neck and along her collarbone, sending shivers through her body, fuelling her arousal.

’Perhaps I should mark you with a nice bite on one of these before the night is over.’

Kaia’s eyes fluttered open as she tilted her head back down to meet his gaze. A sly grin pulled at the corners of her lips, “perhaps I’ll mark you with one of my own,” Kaia challenged, her voice a low murmur.

The captain continued his venture down her body until his lips found her breast. A soft moan escaped her as his hand deftly moved to caress and touch the other. Alexandros was generous in his attention to both however, leaving one without attention. At some point, Kaia’s eyes had closed again as she leaned her head back and allowed herself to fully experience the attention he was bestowing upon her. By the time he began to venture further down again, Kaia was almost shuddering with each flick of his tongue. His kisses along her stomach, while nice, allowed her just a moment of respite. She had not expected him to gain such a reaction from her without even touching or entering her, but she was pleased all the same. However, it was not until Alexandros’ kisses reached her hips that she realised where else he intended to go with those talented lips of his. Was it common practise for a man to kiss a woman there? Kaia supposed there was no reason they couldn’t, but her limited experience in the area never included it.

She was curious though. If he could set her skin aflame with desire, why not there too? Now she understood what he had meant by his earlier statement. ’Perhaps I shouldn’t do this for you.’ Well, she was pretty sure she would be glad he decided to do so anyway.

Kaia waited, her body tense with anticipation as she felt him lower down ever further, until her legs were spread apart, his face close enough to her nether regions that she could feel the warmth of his breath. When his lips brushed her slit, Kaia gave a gasp and shuddered, completely overwhelmed by the intensity of the sensation. Kaia’s eyes snapped open as she tilted her head back, exhaling slowly in a bid to calm herself. She was soon rewarded with his tongue, probing her folds and gliding upwards. The sensation was almost too much to bear, but she didn’t want it to stop either. Kaia tried to stifle a whimper as one hand buried into the furs of his bed.

When he reached her most sensitive bundle of nerves, Kaia couldn’t hold back the moan that pushed past her lips. With her eyes squeezed shut, Kaia arched her back, rolling her hips towards him without even telling her body to do so. All of a sudden, Kaia was quickly becoming a writhing, squirming mess, all from the way he licked, kissed and sucked at her swollen nub.

All sense of time seemed to fade away. Kaia couldn’t have hoped to guess how long Alexandros had been lavishing her, but what she did know was that all too quickly, she could feel the waves of her arousal threatening to crash over her. More than anything, she wanted the sweet release, so that she could relax and breathe normally again, but at the same time, she did not want the sensation to end. Her body seemed to be just as uncertain as her mind, for each lap of his tongue turned her into a shuddering mess. Kaia barely seemed to have any control of her body as she neared her finish, her hands clutching for purchase wherever she could reach, whether it be the furs of the bed, or buried in his hair. Her hips rocked in time with his movements, begging him to send her over the edge.

Kaia arched her back off the bed and gave a broken cry as the total euphoria engulfed her entire being and washed over her like a tidal wave. Panting, Kaia’s body remained locked with her back arched as the last few aftershocks of her climax ebbed away. Only then, did Kaia finally have the control of her body to relax, allowing herself to slump back in a panting mess of pleasure. Kaia remained there for a moment, before lazily opening her eyes. She couldn’t have stopped the coy smile if she tried, so she didn’t fight it. Instead, she met the captain's gaze with a new found sense of appreciation and hunger.

“I really must have made quite the impression on you to be deserving of that,” Kaia breathed as she cupped his face with her hand, gently guiding him to come back closer to her. While she had never experienced anything like that before, Kaia still had a deep and burning hunger for him that urgently needed to be sated. It was only because her arms and legs especially ached with bliss that she didn’t assert herself, but all in good time. She had no intentions of staying on her back the entire night, but a few extra moments wouldn’t hurt.

’Only if you have no intentions of leaving me.’

Alexandros’ words caught Kaia by surprise. His tone and expression was teasing enough, but the words left her wondering just how much truth lay beneath. Kaia couldn’t make that promise, for she would need to leave at some point to return to her family. No matter how enjoyable her night may be, she would have to leave, and once she did, she knew the chances of seeing him again would be incredibly slim. Thankfully, Alexandros continued on his journey down her body, rendering her need to respond null and void. Before long, the very thought was washed from her mind as her body was overcome with pure ecstasy. Even if she had hoped to hold back her reactions so as to tease him, she could not have managed it.

As Kaia’s body relaxed, Alexandros trailed fleeting kisses back up her body, scorching her skin with each press of his lips. By the time he returned to be more face-to-face with her, Kaia could feel that her body was ready to go again.

’You are the most interesting and challenging woman I have ever had, that is undeniable. You wished to see if I could truly take your breath away, I think we both know now how easy it was to steal your breath from these lovely lips.’

Truth be told, Kaia did not mind hearing that she had indeed made quite the impression on him, for no other reason than to stroke her own ego. Likely that was his intention, but it pleased her all the same, as was evident from the confident smirk upon her face. She could give credit where credit was due however. He had surpassed her expectations, but she couldn’t let him win so easily.

“I feel that given your extensive experience, my impression on you is quite the feat,” she said coyly, her eyes dancing with mirth. “However in comparison, my experience is greatly lacking. I don’t think it is a fair contest, but if it is, then my success is greater,” Kaia teased with a playful laugh.

As he leaned in to kiss her, Kaia was caught off guard by the thought of where his mouth had been only a short moment ago. She did not shy away, but for a moment, as the taste of her own juices registered on her lips, Kaia was uncertain of how to react or feel. She supposed there was no harm in it, they were her fluids after all, but she had never given the situation any thought before. Alexandros’ tongue broke past her lips, easing Kaia into losing herself in the kiss despite her previous uncertainty. Her tongue danced with his as her hands glided over his shoulders. All too quickly, the kiss ended, causing Kaia to look up at the handsome officer quizzically.

’Tell me, how do you like the taste of yourself? I found that I quite enjoyed it.’

“Hmm, definitely a unique experience,” Kaia admitted, though playfully. She was quite ready to resume where they had left off, but seeing his expression become thoughtful, Kaia waited a moment, wondering what else he had in store for their evening.

’Kaia, have you ever pleased a man with your mouth and hands? Or have all of your experiences been quick and dirty?—’

The playful smile slipped away from her face and made way for a confused frown that only continued to furrow as Alexandros spoke. Had all her experiences been quick and dirty? Perhaps she’d missed some type of joke or reference, but she could not think of what it could be, so she could only take it that now that he had her here—naked and potentially at his mercy—that he could speak his true thoughts about her. DId he consider her nothing more than a mindless animal? Surely not. Kaia, swallowed back the prickle of irritation at the insinuation as a misunderstanding on her part.

’—I prefer to take all night when I bring a woman home, to share all of the vast carnal desires we can. Which is why I took the time to please you with my own mouth as I explored your exquisite form. I would like for you to return the favor, if you do not know how, then I shall teach you all that you need to know.—’

At first, Kaia began to relax again as he continued to speak, resigning her earlier reaction to a misunderstanding. She had of course consumed a great amount of wine. The promise of a night well spent was all the exciting now that she’d experienced his attentions. Though at the suggestion that she return the favour, her initial response was to refuse. However she immediately thought that it perhaps would not be so unreasonable, especially considering the pleasure he’d given her. She was uncertain, but not unopposed, and figured he would enjoy it, otherwise he would not ask as much. However Alexandros continued to speak, prompting Kaia to remain quiet and listen.

’—If you wish not to repay my generosity, then you are a selfish lover, but I will still take you upon these furs until Apollo draws the sun back across the horizon. The choice is yours, will you reciprocate? Or should I fill you with my manhood now?’

Kaia remained still for a moment as his words sank in, barely aware of his kisses trailing back to her neck. Kaia gave an exhale as she tried to figure out her emotions. Although she could feel that his attention to her breasts was pleasurable, that sensation seemed numbed by her distracted thoughts. Quick and dirty... Selfish lover... I will ‘still’ take you… As if she needed him to trouble himself to ‘have’ her. She was not a mere item to take, but a person to act with. She deserved no less respect now that she was naked in his tent than she received when clothed out at the ring, surrounded by others.

Maybe this was a mistake. A voice whispered in the back of her mind, but she dismissed it. Perhaps in the future, she would have to reconsider sleeping with people she had only just met, but for the present time, the moment was not yet past. A trickle of panic began to flow through her as she truly recognised the unfavourable vulnerability of her position. She was naked, unarmed and beneath him. Her main comfort was that he too was naked and unarmed, but he held the safer position, and so would be able to block her escape quite easily, should she try.

Kaia exhaled and closed her eyes in a bid to force the panic from her body. Panic never helped anyone in any situation. She needed it gone and if she couldn’t manage that, then she needed to channel it into another stronger, more useful emotion.

Like anger.

Her will to live and not be harmed was vicious. Any threat to that brought forth a defiance that could not easily be subdued. She was common born, but no less a person. Kaia was not so starved of respect or appreciation that her self-confidence was fragile or non-existent. She didn’t need anyone to grace her with their time. She was not someone hungry for attention or gratification, so she would not tolerate anything less than equal amicability. She was not a thing to be taken, and she did not owe Alexandros—or anyone—anything for the pleasure of their attention. Perhaps some women would feel pressured into agreeing to his request for fear of rejection or shame. Perhaps some women would feel that since he’d already given her attention, they couldn’t refuse. The matter was no longer about whether or not she would do it, but more the strategy used to try to force her hand. An act of kindness was that, not an expectation to respect an agreement that was never made. Kaia probably would have been inclined to try for his benefit if he’d but simply asked. Instead, he’d insulted her and degraded her—whether he meant to or not.

The panic died away and made room for anger that bubbled deep within the pit of her stomach and gradually coarsed through her, emboldening her. As her mind cleared, she became more aware of the physical sensations upon her skin. He was still touching her breasts while kissing her neck, his manhood pressed firmly against the smoothness of her belly. Kaia glanced to the side and towards her dagger. The hilt was closeby, possibly even within reach. She could reach out and grab it, then she would have the upperhand, even though she were still beneath him. She also had the advantage of knowing that she’d likely catch him off guard. She could have the blade to his throat before he could arm himself, of that she was certain.

But did she need to do that? He’d insulted her, but he had not yet threatened her. She did not feel she was in physical danger, but she would never rule out the possibility of danger, even if completely at ease. If she drew her weapon, then she would irreversibly change the dynamic of their encounter, for better or worse. Perhaps she would be best to hold that thought, but at least she knew the option was there if he should not respond well to her.

Her arms now by her side, Kaia stared up at the ceiling of the tent. “Quick and dirty? Do you speak like that to every woman you bring home?” She asked with an attempt to sound calm, but she could hear the coolness in her own voice as she spoke. Kaia canted her head towards him to meet his gaze, her stormy eyes ablaze with her indignance. "Because I do not take kindly to being made to feel guilty for having a right to make a choice."

Kaia didn't push him away, but moved to sit up and face him. She did not wish to ruin the night, but she would also not just idly ignore his own discomfort for the sake of not seeming rude or difficult. "If you figured me to potentially be such a selfish lover, why even be 'generous' with me?" Kaia challenged. She knew that it would be much harder to refuse the request to 'return the favour' as he put it, after he was already done with her. Ironically the very act he wanted from her was not the problem.

As she spoke, Kaia let her stormy gaze burn into his, "if you'd just asked me plain, of have done it for you."

Kaia wasn't sure what would happen from that point on. Would he toss her out of his tent and find someone more submissive? Would he apologise? Would he refuse guilt and cause her to leave? Kaia had come with him with every intention to spend the night sating both their carnal desires. Should he appease her, perhaps the night would not be over so soon. She had been looking forward to experiencing him, but if she had to choose between lowering her self worth, or walking out on a memorable night, she would choose the latter in a heartbeat. She just hoped she didn't have to make that choice.

’Kaia, please, don’t be angry. I had never meant to insult you or your past experiences. I was teasing, as we both have teased all night. I meant nothing serious by it. I had not expected you to take it seriously or I wouldn’t have said half of what I said. All night we have teased and ribbed each other, I thought that might continue here. It appears that I was wildly mistaken.’

While it was reassuring to hear him attempt to appease her, Kaia’s fury still coursed through her. It was somewhat worrying to hear that he could say such things and believe they had no meaning. To hear, his words had not at all been like their previous banter. They had teased, but they had not insulted each other. It had been playful and flirtatious. Not once had she felt like he insulted her before, but this time she felt like he had been trying to force her hand with subtle manipulation.

But, perhaps she would do best to give him the benefit of the doubt. If he truly had not meant to offend her, then perhaps the night could be salvaged. The words just kept tumbling out of her mouth though. She needed to get it off her chest it seemed, before she could entertain the idea of considering his defence.

’Kaia, my dear, I had not meant for you to take that seriously either. It was supposed to be a joke. To continue the playful banter. I used my mouth on you because I wanted to, because I suspected no one had ever done that to you before. I didn’t believe you were selfish, not at all. I just meant to tease you, understand?’

Kaia gave a slow exhale to calm herself. His voice was soft and gentle, and with the way he was looking at her, Kaia truly wanted to believe what he said. His gaze was gentle, not defensive in the slightest. Perhaps he was telling her the truth, or at least his truth. Kaia needed to let it be known that she would not tolerate such disrespect. Even if it was not meant to offend her, at least now Alexandros knew. If he meant it, then he would not speak in such a way to her again, certainly not while he had her under him. Kaia wanted to believe him, she truly did.

As he cupped her face, she gave another exhale and momentarily closed her eyes. His touch was soft, inviting. She had to remind herself that she was the one with less social experience than him. She would not apologise for making her boundaries clear, but she did feel like she wanted to trust him. One thing he said in the entire night had riled her up, but every other interaction had been pleasant and fun. She did not want to ruin that. He’d dropped all pretenses to appease her, what more could she want from him?

Kaia opened her eyes again and gave a stiff nod, acknowledging his explanation. A misunderstanding, they happened. But they were not fatally irreversible. If he truly meant to harm her, he could try to overpower her, but he did not.

’If a straight forward question is what you want, then Kaia, would you please use that lovely mouth on my cock?’

Kaia raised her brows, but finally a smirk began to creep back across her face. Kaia gave a small laugh as she shook her head in amusement, appreciating his attempt to both follow her demand, as well as maintain the tone from earlier. Truth be told, she didn’t want the night to end and she was reassured by his response. The best way forward it seemed was to carry on with sating their desires. Despite her pleasure before, her body still ached for him, and she could see by the alertness of his manhood that he felt the same. He wanted her and he’d conceded. She wanted him and he’d apologised and listened.

Wordlessly, Kaia shifted her position to kneel on her knees before him. Kaia considered the angle and figured it would be easiest to attempt to do it if he were standing up. Kaia flicked her gaze back up to meet his and truly let her residual hesitations drain away. Tentatively, Kaia leaned forwards and kissed him again, her lips soft against his, before she let her tongue press against his lips, seeking access. As the kiss deepened, Kaia let the budding swell of her desire fill her once more, filling her with the boldness she needed to go through with his request. She did not want to get it wrong, nor did she want to seem a fool.

After a moment, Kaia broke the kiss and met his gaze once more. “I need you to stand up,” she murmured, ignoring her slight apprehension. The idea of sheathing him in her mouth seemed foreign to her, but she would try.

Once he was standing, Kaia shuffled forwards and took hold of his shaft from the base with one hand. It surprised her how warm his length felt, as well as firm. Kaia gave an experiment pump of her wrist, dragging her palm up and down his length a few times. Once she felt comfortable, Kaia tucked her hair behind her ear, then leant forwards to take the head of his member into her mouth.

It felt odd to say the least. She had to open her jaw a lot wider than she expected to avoid brushing her teeth along him, which she could only assume would be quite unpleasant. Kaia exhaled through her nose, then slowly eased herself down a few inches, before coming back up, so that it was only the head in her mouth again.

Kaia waited a moment, then tried again, gripping him still at the base. Kaia tried to go deeper this time, but as his manhood neared her throat, she felt the sudden urge to gag. Startled, Kaia withdrew him from her mouth and cleared her throat. Determined to try again, Kaia pumped his length with her hand again, before taking the head back into her mouth. Experimentally, she let her tongue explore the texture and shape of him, rather intrigued by the sensation. Her tongue then flattened against the underside of it, before she gave a light suck. Kaia looked up at Alexandros to gauge his reaction, sucking again to see if it felt good for him.

Brave again, Kaia tried to relax her mouth and throat, then slowly eased him back, breathing steadily through her nose the whole time. She had not expected it to take so much concentration and coordination, nor was she expecting the dull ache in her jaw. She would persevere for as long as she could though.

Once it seemed like she’d reached her limit, Kaia bobbed her head back up, then down again, managing to take a fraction more of him into her mouth. Again and again Kaia did this, her movements more fluid as she got the hang of it. However, as her confidence increased, Kaia tried to go deeper, wanting to take his entire length into her mouth. When she did so though, she felt the tip of his manhood touch the back of her throat, which made her try to cough involuntarily. Unable to resist it this time, Kaia tried to withdraw him as she gagged and spluttered. Once he was free of her mouth, Kaia coughed, unable to help herself and frustrated at the reaction. Her gag reflex seemed heightened now, and her jaw ached from the whole experience.

“I’m sorry, I don’t think I can do it,” Kaia admitted, partially irritated at herself. It could not be helped and at least she had tried. She just hoped she had not bitten him by accident when she gagged and coughed.

It pleased her more than she thought it would to hear Alexandros’ enjoyment in her actions. She was steadily building the confidence to do more, but she seemed to struggle once his length came close to the back of her throat. His concern for her though was humbling. Kaia had worried he would be frustrated with her inability to do what he’d asked, considering the pleasure he’d bestowed on her moments before. However, instead of frustration, she only saw care in his blue gaze. It was comforting to know that she had simply misunderstood the situation before. How could he truly mean to degrade her when his gaze seemed so genuine? She felt a little foolish at her outburst, but otherwise was appreciative that Alexandros wasn’t holding it against her. When he kissed the tip of her nose, Kaia couldn’t help but give a small smile.

’I think I have to agree with you, but you gave it your best effort, so don’t feel bad for trying. I truly appreciate you trying it, despite our little indiscretions before.’

Kaia nodded. She was still annoyed at herself for not being able to do better, but she honestly couldn’t seem to control the reaction. The frustration at her efforts melted away however as he kissed her, before speaking again, ’Perhaps we should move on to something more exciting for both of us, what do you say my dear? Are you ready?’

Kaia gave a sly smirk as she gave her answer in the form of kissing him again. Her arms found their way to the back of his neck as she shuffled closer to him, gently urging him to join her on the furs once more.

The ripple in the night was very quickly rendered nothing but a distant memory, pushed so far back, Kaia could not have drawn it forth in the current moment if she tried. SHe threw herself into the kiss, her arms wrapped tightly around Alexandros as he shuffled over her. As the kiss broke, Kaia allowed herself the moment to catch her breath, her stormy gaze burning into his. ’Are you ready Kaia?’

Kaia gave a sly grin as she breathed a “yes,” before leaning up to take his lips in a kiss once more. Her whole body was tingling with anticipation, she could barely contain herself. The touch of his manhood against her most sacred of areas sent a bolt through her entire body, making her gasp and shiver with need. At some point she’d closed her eyes, but when she wasn’t sure. A small whimper escaped her as he brushed her nub, her fingers lightly pressing into the skin of his shoulders in encouragement. Engaging in another kiss, Kaia waited, knowing what was to come and barely able to stop herself from moving her hips to meet him.

She was not left to wait for long. Kaia gave a soft moan of both relief and longing as he entered her. It was still a little more painful than she would have expected, but certainly nothing on the first time. She supposed having only ever done it the one time, her body might still need to adjust. As he pushed deeper into her, Kaia gave another sigh and tilted her head back as he filled her completely. Instinctively, she wrapped her legs around his hips, pulling herself even closer.

’By the gods you feel incredible my dear.’

“Likewise,” Kaia murmured before giving a light and playful smirk. Kaia rocked her hips back and forth a little, her body now adjusted and no longer confusing pleasure with pain.

It did not take long for Kaia’s hunger to be on top to come forth. Kaia could not be certain how long they’d been in the current position, but with a sly smirk, Kaia dropped one leg down, then rolled them over, so that Alexandros was on his back and she was seated on top of him. Still smirking, Kaia made herself comfortable, before beginning to rock her hips on him once more. The pleasure was instantaneous. Kaia gave a small moan and leaned her head back, the rhythm of her hips matching his.

Kaia gave a satisfied smirk as Alexandros sat up, though without compromising her new position. She rather enjoyed being on top and having control of the moment. The sensation was somewhat different from before as well, very enjoyable, just in a different way that she couldn’t think to explain.

With her hands finding his shoulders, Kaia let her head tip back as she closed her eyes, allowing herself to fully just enjoy the feeling of him inside her. The whimpers and moans that were escaping her were absolutely beyond her control, not that she cared. When his mouth closed around her nipple, Kaia ran her hand up into his dark hair and gently took hold of it, not pulling too hard, but certainly not simply stroking it either. Her hips were rocking back and forth in perfect rhythm with his thrusts, allowing her to feel him against all the most enjoyable places within her.

’Gods you are so fucking gorgeous!’

Kaia cant her head back to meet his gaze and gave him a sultry look that did not hide any of her own pleasure. “Likewise,” She breathed, teasing him lightly despite the fact that it was true. Without breaking rhythm, Kaia leaned forward to steal his lips up in another kiss, only breaking it when she couldn’t help but moan as she felt the hint of that coil beginning to tighten once more. Without a word, Kaia took Alexandros’ hand and guided it towards where they were joined, wanting him to find that place that had sent her over the edge before.

Even though she had been expecting his touch, the moment his fingers brushed against her swollen nub, Kaia gasped and shuddered, grasping his hair tighter as she felt her internal muscles tighten around the length of him. Being both filled by him and having her clit stimulated at the same time was more of a sensory overload than she could have imagined, but she didn’t want it to stop either.

Then there was a sudden pressure, before something pressed into her ass. Kaia stiffened, her attention immediately snagging on the unusual sensation. Her building arousal dissipated somewhat with the shift in her attention. It took Kaia a moment to realise that he had pressed his finger into her. Kaia’s immediate thought was ’why?’ Was he not worried about getting shit on his finger? Kaia was. The thought was embarrassing and unpleasant. Would he be grossed out by that? Of course he would, she would. But then why stick his finger in there? Did he mean it? There was nowhere else his finger could mean to go.

’How does it feel? Has anyone ever put anything inside of you like this?’

Kaia opened her eyes as she considered his words. It wasn’t particularly comfortable, and she was unnerved about the thought of his finger having shit on it. She didn’t understand the appeal, but supposed maybe it was something that people did up north. She didn’t want to upset him by telling him she didn’t particularly like it, but she also wanted it to stop. Kaia leaned her head back to meet his gaze with her own, while simultaneously grinding her hips forward, secretly hoping she might pull away from his finger without having to mention it.

“I think I prefer this way,” Kaia breathed as she rolled her hips back and forth against his quite deliberately once more, smirking as she felt his length brushing against the most sensitive places inside her. As she returned to their previous rhythm, Kaia kissed him again, her eyes fluttering closed as one hand went to press gently against his toned bicep in a silent bid to push his hand and finger from her ass. She hoped it wouldn’t offend him, but she just couldn’t not think about the faecal element of it all.