5.1 Unification

When you return to your residence, a sense of calm has come to rest over your previously tense body. You had grown accustomed to life as Alexius' wife, surely you could grow equally, if not more, accustomed to being with Nikias. Feeling rather tired from your trek, you decide to slip into the unoccupied bathing house. Dismissing the few slaves tending to the area, you find yourself alone again. Striping out of your now somewhat muddy clothes, you slowly enter the warm water. Exhaling deeply, you lean back into the water, allowing the majority of your body to become submerged. As you continue leaning back, your eyes gradually close as you relax further. The water gently laps against your skin while you soak in its calming depths. Your mind eventually drifts into abstract thoughts as the feeling of calm progresses. The sudden sound of footsteps a short time later unfortunately snaps you out of your lull. Quickly opening your eyes, you glance around trepidatiously. The beating of your heart only increases when your gaze falls upon the familiar form of Nikias.

Tilting his head slightly, you feel his unseen eyes rake over your naked figure. Blushing subtly, you anxiously tuck a wet lock of hair behind your ear. Nikias continues regarding you for a moment before silently disrobing. Anticipation quickly builds as each article of clothing is carefully removed. Biting the inside of your lip, your breath grows shallow when he finally enters the pool. As he approaches, it catches in your throat and all thoughts quickly escape your mind. Unwilling to break to the almost trance-like silence, you make no protest when he stops before you and places a hand on your uncovered shoulder. Your body relaxes further as it gently runs down the length of your arm and wraps around your wrist. The soft noise of water sloshing around you is muffled in your ears as you're pulled towards him. Glancing up, you stare tentatively into his serious gaze. Your brow furrows lightly in confusion when you find yourself unable to read his clouded expression. His grip around your wrist tightens slightly and you're pulled forward rather roughly.

Some of your apprehension dissipates, when he bends down and ardently presses his mouth to yours. His other hand snakes around your lower back, moving you closer to his broad torso. Leaning into his embrace, you long to remain in this moment. Unfortunately, he pulls away shortly, still appearing somewhat torn. Unable to stand the tension any longer, you finally break the silence. "Something is troubling you." You quickly divert your gaze after speaking. There is a slight pause before Nikias sighs softly and responds. "I was successful in securing a way out of my previous arrangement." Though his words are promising, his tone negates any sense of relief. Frowning, you continue staring down, waiting for him to finish speaking his news. After a moment, he finally addresses you again. "If I am to go through with it, it likely would put you in considerable danger." His voice is low and tense, as his expression contorts slightly into almost anger. "It was heavily implied that an attempt on your life would be organized should I break my prior engagement."

The feeling of apprehension returns as you quietly mull over his words. Exhaling softly, you slowly return your gaze to his own. Giving a small smile of reassurance, you maintain a steady tone as you reply, "I am not easily dissuaded by threats." Nikias' expression remains hard, and a scowl briefly flashes across his face. "I do not doubt your conviction." He remarks in a restrained tone, loosening his grasp on your wrist. "However, I fear this threat is substantial." Suppressing your true emotions, you slip your hand out of his grip and run it up his arm. Sliding your arm around him, you wordlessly pull him back down towards you. You feel his body relax somewhat as your lips reconnect with his. It's not long until you find yourself being pushed back when he steps forward. Your back is now pressed against the ledge behind you as his actions become more fervent. The hand around your waist moves up and slides across your bare chest. Moaning softly, you arch into him, enjoying the pleasurable sensation. His other hand runs down your side then across your thigh.

Obligingly, you part your legs to allow him better access. Pleasure quickly floods your body when his fingers brush against your sensitive skin. You exhale slowly after Nikias pulls his face away and runs his lips down the side of your neck. He wastes no time moving his lower half forward and slipping his large member into your narrow entrance. Groaning in satisfaction, you wrap your arm around him tighter. His large frame presses against you as he begins steadily moving in and out of you. Your eyes remain closed while you enjoy the long awaited feelings of pleasure. His fingers run across your breast before contorting around your hard nipple. Another moan emits from your lips as you arch further into his touch. Waves of ecstasy wash over your quivering form as a large orgasm rushes through you. The arm around you helps keep you steady when your knees buckle slightly. Breathing out his name softly, you notice his pace increase in response.

A gasp escapes your lips when he continues twisting your tender bosom. The edge of the basin presses sharply into your back, though you're hardly aware of the discomfort. Nikias groans lightly as he slides deeper into your small passage. Any coherent thoughts seem to escape your mind while you revel in the increased pleasure. Your eyes roll upward as you're repeatedly shoved back with each forceful thrust. Diminishing into his touch, you find yourself lost in the moment. After some time, the sensation becomes overpowering, bringing you to your precipice again. You can sense his satisfaction as you're brought to climax once more. Clasping you tighter, he swiftly raises you off your feet. Instinctually, you wrap your legs around his lower half. Your back feels almost numb when you're moved away from the rough edge. Nikias turns around, positioning himself where you had been moments before. Leaning back against the rim, he slides his other arm behind your back. His fingers slide up the back of your neck to coil around your hair. Moaning again, you allow him to gently pull your head back.

Your arms drape across his muscular shoulders as he begins guiding you up and down his stiff member. You do your best to assist his motions, completely enraptured by the ecstatic feeling. Warm breath brushes against the crook of your neck when Nikias lowers his head towards it. A sharp cry of pain and pleasure quickly escapes your lips as his teeth sink into your delicate skin. Digging your fingers into him, you writhe slightly in his embrace. When he finally releases his bite, and pulls back, you see a tinge of crimson streaked across his lips. A soft flush streaks over your cheeks as he runs his tongue along the edge of his mouth. A playful smirk spreads across his face after he views your reservation. Before you can react further, he abruptly increases his pace, causing you to quickly relinquish back into his movement. Your eyes slowly flutter closed again while you're absorbed by the heightened levels of euphoria. Your inner walls convulse lightly against his thick shaft when another orgasm swiftly engulfs you. Letting out another gasp, you lean forward into Nikias' broad chest.

It rises and falls deeply as his breath grows somewhat ragged. You slam almost painfully into him while his actions become more forceful. Whimpering softly, you dig your nails deeper into his skin. The fingers in your hair clenches around it tighter as Nikias avariciously pulls you against him. Struggling slightly against his embrace, you find yourself unable to deter his aggressive advances. After a few moments his grip around you form tightens before you're quickly pulled closer. Exclaiming in protest, you're helpless to prevent the rush of liquid from filling your tight passage. The unwanted sensation pushes you over the edge again. Moaning loudly, your figure quivers lightly as a final climax courses through your enervated body. After exhaling shakily, you glance up almost apprehensively at Nikias. His expression appears far more relaxed than when he first arrived. However, you can tell his concern has not completely vanished.