A bright morning

As dawn breaks, Kael opens his eyes, feeling Evie laying on his chest. She’s still asleep, her arms wrapped around him, and he smiles to see her so comfortable. He gently strokes her hair, thinking back to last night.

The last barrier between them has fallen. And what’s more, she invited it, without his prompting. The connection and affection between them has grown extremely strong, very quickly. It’s not even the sex that touched Kael last night, although that was a wonderful way to end the day. One he’ll happily repeat, as often as she wants to. No, it was her opening her mind to share her past with him. The things she had to endure… Kael takes a deep breath to calm himself.

He has always felt that the enslaving of the so-called ‘lesser’ races was unjust and barbaric, but he kept quiet about it. The slavery has been a fact of life for a very long time now. At least Foresthearth can claim to be fairly kind in its policy towards the enslaved, curbing the most abusive attitudes. Some of their neighbors, in particular the now belligerent Karlia, have no such restraints, and slaves there are little better than animals.

Still, Kael is unhappy with the way the nonhuman races are treated. If he had his way, the slavery would end. Glancing at the sleeping elf on his chest only strengthens his opinion. Hell, this particular elf is even the daughter of the lord of the land!

Kael sighs, relaxing a bit. In the end, he’s just a warrior. His opinion, however strong it is, does not decide policy. Much less override centuries of tradition and habit. Only Lord Greyheart would have the influence to even begin to make those changes, and if he wouldn’t do it for his daughter, he won’t do it for anyone.

Kael’s thoughts return to his current situation as Evie begins to stir. Lifting her head, her eyes flutter open, and she smiles, the room immediately seeming brighter.

“Morning, master. I’m sore.”

Kael laughs. “I’m sorry Evie.”

She shakes her head. “No, it’s a good soreness. I’m so happy, master.”

Kael smiles, and kisses her forehead. “Good. I’m happy too, Evie. Happier than ever.”

She hugs him tightly, and sighs. “I’m glad. I feel so lucky. I love you Kael.”

Kael gently rubs her bare back. “I love you too, Evie.”

She giggles. “Next time I want to try being on top, master!”

Kael rolls his eyes. “Well, I won’t say no. Already eager for another round, hmm?”

Evie nods. “You made the first time so amazing, master. I’m thinking that it’ll only get better!”

Kael chuckles. “I won’t say you’re wrong. And I’m definitely not going to discourage you.”

Evie kisses him, still smiling. “I’m glad, master. Now, I bet you’re hungry! I’ll go make breakfast!”

With another kiss, she hops out of bed. Seemingly unashamed of her nudity, she skips out of the room. Kael watches her go, amazed once again at her blossoming personality.