Exordium (Emberhold Academy #1)

30. Reverie

Chapter 30

Reverie

I woke and found myself lying on my bed with Pantar sitting beside me on alert. Seeing my eyes open he nuzzled my face encouraging me to sit up.

“What happened?” Immediately after asking the question the memories started to flood back in. I quickly got to my knees and ran my hands down his side making sure there weren’t burn marks I missed the first time.

“Oren went through with a plan that I was not aware of. He meant well but I don’t appreciate the trauma he put my Nexus through, and he will be punished.” He growled, as if to punctuate his statement.

“He’s pissed with me as I’m sure you are. Do you think you could come to my apartment so we could discuss this? Your feral roommate won’t let me come into your dorm and threatened to feed me my dick if I attempted it one more time.” Storm’s voice had taken on a pleading tone.

“What the hell have you DONE?!!” I screamed at him.

“I did what was necessary, sweet Nexus. Now come to me.” Storm urged in a seductive voice.

I felt him close the communication between us to give me privacy. I felt lost, there was only one person that could comfort me when I was feeling this way. Maybe the one advantage of this bond would be to strengthen me enough to communicate with Nathan. Closing my eyes, I concentrated “Nathan…NATHAN!” I screamed, “Please answer me.” I begged and then started sobbing when all I got for my effort was complete silence.

I bowed my head and prayed that my sweet Psycho was well and would come back to me soon. I didn’t know how much longer I could stand the pain from his absence. Digging deep to find the strength I would need to deal with this situation, I turned to Pantar, “I think you have some explaining to do.”

He bowed his head, “Yes Nexus, I do.”

I sat back on my bed and waited. I didn’t like the feeling of betrayal that I felt toward Pantar now. My bond with him felt damaged and I hated it. I could feel his regret and wanted to give him a chance to explain before I lost my shit.

“I have been a companion to Storm for several years now. He is not the villain he portrays to the world but a product of his environment.” Pantar shook his massive head letting out a growl. “I felt called to him and couldn’t understand why, since I knew he was not Nexus. Deciding to stay by his side until I could figure it out, I followed him to Emberhold.”

I couldn’t stand how dejected he looked so I laid my hand on his neck and gave him a small smile in encouragement. “After coming to the academy, my instincts told me this is where I needed to be. Several years later you showed up and I knew that I was destined to be your Fellat and help guide your Faction.”

“Did you know what he had planned?” I felt hurt at the thought.

Pantar shook his head, “I knew he had something planned and warned him against doing anything that would cause you pain. This may not comfort you, but he means you no harm. In fact, his intentions are to protect you. His life has not been an easy one so he did not go about it as he should have. I will not tell you what he has been through because that is his story to tell. Just know that my loyalty is to you first and then to those that you choose to join with.”

I thought about everything he said. I didn’t think Pantar would or even could betray me purposely. “I believe you but I’m still angry that you didn’t mention having a connection with Storm.”

“I regret not telling you, but I preferred not to get involved with your joining. He needed to find his own way and not use our connection. I never expected he would take the route he did.” Pantar bared his teeth in anger.

Satisfied with his explanation I attempted a smile, “I love you, but from now on, I would appreciate it if you kept me in the loop.”

“I will try to be more forthcoming with information as it pertains to you.” He then leaned down to nuzzle his nose in my hair. I put my arms around his neck and hugged him tightly. “Well, I guess I better go see what Storm has to say for himself. The bond is already dragging me in his direction.” I frowned, beyond pissed. Our bonding was probably inevitable but the choice being taken away from me for a second time, was fucked. A strong Faction usually consisted of extremely headstrong people, but we needed to come to an understanding. I wouldn’t tolerate my choices being taken away.

Leaving my room, I saw Chloe sitting on our couch, holding a baseball bat, frowning. Her head jerked up when I entered the room and she rushed to me, hugging me so tightly I couldn’t draw a breath.

“Reverie what in the hell happened! How in the fuck did you gain the ability of fire? Why did you pass out? I’ve been so worried, and Storm has been banging on the door like a fucking maniac trying to get to you. I tried contacting my brothers but there’re not answering!”

I extracted myself from the stranglehold Chloe had on me, “I promise we’ll talk about all of that when I get back, but I need to talk to Storm first.”

Proving once again that she was a great friend, she nodded her head,

“OK, as long as you’re alright, I’ll talk to you when you get back.”

Now it was me squeezing Chloe, “I love you and I promise to let you in on everything ASAP.” Giving Chloe one last squeeze I left to find Storm.

I entered the building that housed the teaching staff and went to the fourth floor where Storm’s apartment was located. Pantar had given me directions before he disappeared. I knocked on his door and it immediately opened. Storm pulled me inside shutting and locking the door behind me.

“I’m so glad you came my sweet, Nex-.” I balled up my fist and hit him directly in the mouth. I followed that up with a kick in the dick that sent him to his knees.

“You no good piece of shit! Did you ever think about courting me instead of forcing the bond on me?! You don’t even like me! Why would you do this?”

Trying to breathe, cupping his dick, with blood running down his face he looked up at me, “You never would’ve accepted me when you found out about my family. I was dying Reverie.” He wheezed out. “I needed my Nexus sooner rather than later. Please hear me out before you hurt yourself.”

“Hurt myself? You’re the one lying on the floor, I think I’ll be OK. Now what is this bullshit about you dying? You look healthy to me, omitting the broke dick, I hope you’re rocking now.” I kicked out at him again and he grabbed my leg making me lose my balance. I tried to catch myself, but Storm wouldn’t let go and caused me to fall in his lap. He wrapped both arms around me holding me so tight I couldn’t struggle.

“Stop Nexus.” He whispered in my ear. “Let me show you what I can bring to this Faction.” I started to struggle as he picked me up and took me to his bedroom. He laid me on the bed and when I tried to get up, I found that I couldn’t move.

“What the hell? How are you doing this?”

“I’ll tell you everything as soon as I show you how it can be between us.” He pulled his shirt over his head exposing a body that could only be described as divine, the eight pack he was rocking was unreal. But it was the tattoo covering his entire left arm that shocked me into silence. The entirety of his arm from shoulder to wrist was black with white cracks throughout giving the illusion of lightning. How appropriate, I thought, considering the bolt of lightning that appeared this morning in my Nexus mark.

“Like what you see, sweet Nexus?” Storm ran his hand down his muscled chest, drawing my attention once again to his amazing body. He grinned, the blood coating his teeth from my punch to his face making him look like a savage. With his hair disheveled and piercing green eyes, he looked completely deranged. Did this crazy bastard think we were going to have sex? He might be more deranged than Nathan. I closed my eyes and turned my head to the side.

“Look at me Nexus.” I refused to give in, it was hard enough to continue fighting the newly formed bond without seeing that amazing chest and the massive tent he was rocking in those slutpants, damn it, sweatpants.

I felt fingers on my chin turning me forcefully back to him. Storm wasn’t touching me physically; his power was unbelievable. I felt invisible hands pulling my shirt up and over my head, so my breasts were exposed.

My nipples immediately puckered from the cold air. Feeling the lightest of touches trail down my throat and over my breasts goosebumps popped up all over my body.

I was beyond furious with him. He was an absolute dick and had caused a lot of misery for me and other Passives. Not to mention his crazy sister and the scary thought that his family was involved in starting the war. But the hard truth was I had been fighting how I felt about him and now with the Bond in place it was a losing battle. I could feel my desire and his inside my mind and body. I knew when I looked at him, he could see and feel all the fury and need I had bottled up inside me.

“Let me go asshole!”

The crazy bastard smiled with pride, “My Nexus is strong, denying our bond even with every instinct you have fighting against you. I bet you could break free from my hold, if you truly wanted to.” Storm grinned, looking at me with such hunger I felt my blood heat in response.

He was right. I had gained the ability of fire that could only be his, so surely, I had gained this ability too. Closing my eyes against the desire in his, I reached into that well of power, deep inside, startling when I saw the beautiful red strand encircling Nathan’s green both nestling the ball of amber power swirling in the center. It was beautiful and in the right circumstances I would be excited to have another full Faction member. These were not the right circumstances. Focusing on the red strand I was amazed at the power that flooded my body. It was like he was Nexus too. I had lots of questions for him but now wasn’t the time.

Concentrating hard, feeling sweat pop out on my brow, I broke the hold he had on me and sprung to my feet. Knocking him on his ass, I sat on him to hold him in place as I pulled the knife from my ankle sheath and put it to his throat.

Expecting to see rage on his face I was surprised to find him smiling in pride, “You’re perfect. Together we’re going to make this Faction untouchable.”

Pressing the knife to his throat, I watched a drop of blood seep out and run down his neck. Fighting the urge to lick it off, I snarled, “I’m in control now, NOT you, and I’m leaving!” I felt calloused hands slide up my naked sides ending with them cupping my breasts and thumbs rubbing across my pointed nipples. “Stop doing that!” I growled, trying and failing to keep the desire out of my voice.

Oren leaned up causing another drop of blood to follow the first, “Do you have control?” he asked as he narrowed his eyes. “Prove it, show me how strong my Nexus is.” Caught up in the intense desire I felt, I decided to stop denying myself and take what I needed from him. After I left, he could lie here in misery and contemplate everything he’d done. It was the very least he deserved for his actions and if I got a little pleasure out of the deal that was even better.

I slammed my mouth to his. I could feel our bond thrumming through me, making our kiss an explosion of desire. I started grinding on his dick, putting pressure on my clit, and moaned in his mouth. Our tongues were thrusting in time to the movement of my hips. I raised my head slightly, “Touch my breasts, let me feel the ability that you seem so proud of.” I threw my head back when I felt a warm tongue lap at my nipples and not the touch of hands like I was expecting. Storm’s power was next level.

“That’s it Nexus, take what you need from your Faction. Use me for your pleasure.” he urged, this time speaking directly in my head. Through the bond I could feel the pleasure he felt, and it brought my orgasm even closer.

“I’m in control of this Faction and I’ll make the decisions of who I bring into it and when!” I rolled my hips and ended my statement in a long moan as my climax hit. Forcing my will on him and taking my power back felt amazing!

Feeling the heat from his gaze I was surprised to find him grinning widely, “The funny thing about control is, taking it is easy, but keeping it is another matter entirely. It’s all about perception.”

The knife I was holding flew from my hand and stuck in the wall behind him. I felt myself being lifted and thrown on the bed as he followed quickly lowering his weight on me. My hands were thrown forcefully above my head and restrained by his power. He lowered his head and began licking and biting my nipples in a frenzy.

I tried to use his power against him like I did previously, but the pleasure was too much. Our connection demanded we complete our bond, and I was caught up in the intensity of the moment.

Oren licked and bit his way down my body, as I felt the rest of my clothes being removed. Hands pulled my thighs apart and I lifted my head watching his progress. He licked into my navel and then raised his head to meet my eyes, seeing the raw need on his face, I had to look away.

“Give me those beautiful amber eyes Nexus. I want you watching everything I do to you.” Unable to fight his command I brought my eyes back to him. He smiled slowly in satisfaction and lowered his head to continue his journey down my body. I arched my back as I felt him lick up my slit, reveling in the moisture left by my previous orgasm.

Oren inhaled deeply, “You taste and smell divine. This is now my favorite place to be.” I felt his power release my hands when he began sucking on my clit. Instead of pushing him away I clutched his hair, pushing his head closer to me. I felt him all around me, hands in my hair, lips on my breasts, hands cupping my ass and running down my legs. I had no idea which ones were his and which were his ability. He continued his ministrations, and I moaned as I felt another orgasm cresting, right before it broke, he stopped.

“What the fu….” before I could complete the sentence, I felt him slide back up my body and plunge his massive dick into me with no warning. Giving me a minute to adjust to his size, he took my mouth in another searing kiss. As he started to move, we both moaned in unison, I felt an intense heat coming from his dick, making me clench around him in pleasure. Opening my eyes in shock, I found him grinning down at me.

“My Faction brothers are going to need to step up their game.” He smiled smugly.

Just as I started to reply I felt a finger touch my clit with a shock of heat and I lost it. My orgasm was so intense I saw stars. Oren let out a shout and I felt his warm cum paint my walls triggering yet another orgasm.

I must have passed out for a moment because when I came to, Oren had a warm rag cleaning me, then he left the room returning with a bottle of water. He helped me prop a couple of pillows behind my head. Handing me the bottle of water Oren cleared his throat and lowered his eyes.

“You’re so much more than I hoped for or deserve.” He raised his head, and I could see the shine of tears in his eyes, “I’ll do whatever it takes to gain your forgiveness for the things I’ve done, but I will never be sorry for making you mine.”

I could feel his sincerity through our newly formed bond. I truly hoped I could find a way to forgive him, because he was a part of my Faction now, for better or worse.

I thought it would have been awkward between us. But as he climbed back into bed and pulled me into his arms, my last thought before drifting off to sleep, was how natural it felt. Almost like it was meant to be.