CHAPTER 12
Naraq
Human gestures and emotions were growing on me, I had to admit, especially from my companion.
“I have good news,” I stated when Alex’s grandfather finally moved out of my personal space.
Alex’s eyebrow lifted. “You met the quota.”
“We leave for home today.”
Alex smiled at her grandfather. “Are you ready?”
He winked at me before facing Naraq. “I’m ready. Is there any way I can help? I’m not used to sitting around doing nothing.”
“I’ve often pondered your acceptance of Alexa when you knew she was different, even saw it with your own eyes.”
“She’s my granddaughter. It didn’t matter if she were half-something else. Love is love, and a grandparent’s love knows no boundaries,” Alex’s grandfather replied with a somewhat surprised expression.
“It was a shock when we learned Alex wasn’t the only half-Sanctarian on this planet.”
“There are more like me?” Alex gasped. “I never even considered it.”
“Not only are there more like you, but some of them also have children.”
Alexa glanced at her grandfather, who turned to me. “What can I do to help them?”
“You can help ease their anxiety. Although they joined us willingly, not everyone is here with a companion. Some knew they were different but didn’t know why and were looking for answers. You’ve shown an incredible capacity for compassion.”
“I’d be honored.”
“I’d like to meet them, too,” Alexa added.
My gaze slowly pivoted to Alexa with the need for her rising in my blood.
The time we spent together wasn’t nearly enough, and the rapid pulse throbbing at the base of her neck spoke volumes.
“I would like a moment alone with my companion first. A technician will show your grandfather to the gathering room.”
Her heartbeat thudded a faster rhythm, and her eyes lowered, knowing exactly what I needed from her.
“Alexa,” I spoke low while offering one hand.
Her cheeks blossomed with color before she accepted my hand. “I’ll catch up, grandfather,” she murmured when I led her away.
“Where are we going, Naraq?”
I glanced at her, licking my lips. “Somewhere private.”
“Another planet?”
Alexa chuckled low, but didn’t resist when I darted into an empty control room.
“Is this your version of a closet?” She teased, backing away playfully.
“It is.”
“And what are we doing in here, Ruler Supreme?”
“Bonding,” I stated, backing her against a wall and towering over her.
“Right here, right now?”
“More kisses, Alexa.”
“So, you like kissing?”
“Take off your pants, Alexa.”