Ask about the ceremony.

“Can I ask. If I may?” I said totally curious about details of how the whole thing worked.

“Please. If it is something you wish to know. You seem understanding of our ways better then many of your kind and are more open to them.” Vi gave a little shrug.

“Is there some kind of ceremony before hand?” I took a drink of my coffee. Mostly me trying to act casual like this was an ordinary conversation.

“A small one yes though it is limited. I would present the mate before my mother for her approval. Though other females of my family would be in attendance as well for the judging if they wished.” Vi smiled and brushed her hair back as she leaned closer and talked a little softer. I guess encase someone walked in.

“How is he judged?” I asked stopping myself from taking another drink knowing I might **** depending on how she answered.

“He would present himself naked before my family.” Vi gave a sly smile.

“No pressure there.” I laughed and shook my head.

“They would be naked to out of respect so he may judge them as well. It is mostly ceremonial and a male is rarely rejected as long as he is respectful. If anything it is to show off your mate to other females in your family and to bring new blood into the fold as you would say.” She shrugged. Suddenly I found myself wondering what her sisters and mothers looked like naked. I suppose it was only fair.

“So is that it?”

“Mostly. The mating takes place later at the couples choosing. The woman typically has one or two friends to act as witnesses and attendants. What you would call bridesmaids I suppose.” Vi ran her finger slowly around her glass and looked up at me. She looked apprehensive though I wasn't sure why.

“What exactly or they attending to?”

“The lovers.” Vi gave a small shrug. “They bathe the lovers before the ceremony and provide food and refreshments throughout.”

“How long are you in there for?” I said. If someone had to bring you food you had to be in there a long fucking time. Literately in this case. I knew they had strong sex drives but more then a few hours might be pushing it. Even with taking breaks to eat and drink.

“Until one of the two can no longer go on. It is not a one and done thing as the saying goes. The longer and the more times a male can preform the more he will be sought after by other women so it is an endurance contest of sorts and not about bearing an offspring the first time. It is a matter of personal pride for a female to pick a male who can last and mate multiple times.” Vi grinned at me.

“What if the female throws in the towel first?” I joked. Not that I saw that happening. I had a feeling Vi would be hell in bed. I felt sorry for the guy who ever the lucky bastard might be.

“Though it is rare if the female can not continue the attendants are there to what is the words...”

“Pick up the slack?” I replied and she gave me a puzzled look. Though she could speak our language she was still learning our idioms and slang. “It's an expression. It means to pick up were someone else left off.”

“Yes. Though not sure if it is fitting here since it wouldn't be slack.” Vi gave my leg a pat getting pretty close to groping my cock. “To accomplish such a feat makes the male a highly prized mate. The attendants will care to his needs till the male is exhausted or dead.”

“Your joking right?” I gave her a look.

“It rarely happens.” She gave a sly smile and drank from her cup.

“Well if I was going to die I suppose that is how I would do it.” I laughed and finished off my cup. I sure as hell didn't need any more coffee.

“I am glad we are in agreement. I would like you to be my mate.” Vi smiled at me.

“What?” I froze for a second before setting my coffee cup down on the table. “I am Human.”

“Visitor relationships interest me but there is only so much I can learn by asking questions and you seem like you would be the most open to the idea. There is no rule that says the first mating has to be with one of or own and my family understands how important my studies are to me. I do plan to go to your world one day so I can study the many different cultures of your planet.” Vi touched my hand and gave it a squeeze.

“Would your superiors even allow it? A human, sorry visitor, and you.”

“You can say human. They have already signed off on it. I would understand if you would need time to contemplate things but the thought of dating as humans do does appeal to me. As well as having a monogamous relationship if that is what you want. While it is frowned upon by my people for a man and a woman to be exclusive since it would limit the number of males it would be allowed since you are not one of us.” Vi smiled.

“What about children? I don't mean now obviously but one day you might want children.”

“If they day came I would choose artificial insemination providing it even got that far.” Vi gave a little laugh.” It is sweet you care but you are getting ahead of yourself. You assume the mating will go well or that we would stay together. Generally we mate before a relationship to ensure the couple share a sexual chemistry before making future plans.” Vi took my hand in hers. Her three fingers sliding between my four. I was beginning to think the coffee wasn't to wake her up but to get her a riled up enough to ask me to mate with her as she seemed to be getting aroused. I wouldn't call her subtle but she was typically more reserved compared to most of her people.

“And if it doesn't go well?” I asked. Back on earth this might not be a bad thing but I would still have to see her every day.

“Then we part as friends having grown a little closer though before you say yes I must ask if you share any feelings for Rebecca? I know the two of you are close and I would not want to interfere in anything the two of you have. She is my dearest friend here so her happiness means a great deal to me. I asked for blessing before asking you.” Vi gave me a look.

“No. We are just friends. I will admit I like her and we are close but I do not think she sees me like that. At least she has never given me that impression but the women of my people are not as outspoken as you and yours.” I squeezed her hand. Me and Rebecca had gotten to know each other on the trip here and we were really good friends but we never seem to click beyond that.

“Their lost.” Vi scooted up beside me so we were arm to arm and laid her head on my shoulder. It wasn't a matter of if I wanted to say yes. It was a matter of what kind of relationship I wanted with Vi.