Sumas woke up in the middle of the night. They were used to not sleeping. Being on the run for so long it was a habit. They had to keep moving. Even if it hadn't been a practiced behavior there's plenty on their mind that would keep them awake. Carefully detangling themselves from Suraci's arms they crept out of the room.
They knew the embassy well and had access to anywhere in the merkingdom. Leira would have given them equal authority and command if they had wanted it, but they knew their life was too complex to take on that kind of responsibility. When they had helped Leira ascend to the throne it was because they knew she would be a competent and benevolent ruler. Not once had Leira disappointed them, but right now they felt disappointed in themselves. They'd nearly caused an international incident as the mermen they were supposed to meet that night were all princes of different kingdoms. While they were still all under the rule of the queen, politics wasn't so easy. Likewise, their irresponsibility had put Suraci in danger. Leira had at least remained calm in the situation and not harmed him, while it's true that's why Sumas believed she was fit to rule and they were not, they still expected more from themselves. Instead of facing their problems they ran, sort of like they were running now. While making quick decisions is necessary in the run, at any point in time they could have asked Leira for help or at least told her what had happened, but wanting to keep their problems their own and protect Leria from humans had further demonstrated that they were less adept at dealing with their problems than Leira was. While they seemed to maintain the monologue that Leira was more competent and capable to rule, they still seemed to preside over what they thought was best for her with a paternalistic arrogance.
The planet had 17 moons, 6 of which were visible by the naked eye. The planet's own phorescence, the glowing and shimmering flora and fauna and the reflective nature of the moons meant the night wasn't very dark. Sumas, would often watch the water glitter in the moonlight. It was a reminder to them that, for the time being, they were free. However, looking at the moons' glow penetrating the the ocean through one of the giant windows of the embassy didn't reassure them just now. On the contrary it reminded them that this moment, like every moment, was fleeting. Instead of being able to take in the glow with pleasure they were filled with anxiety at when it would be over. They would have stewed in that angst too had not Suraci approached them.
"Hey." He said with a soft tone in his voice.
"Hey." They said back awkwardly. Aside from thoroughly embarrassing themselves in front of him it was awkward seeing him just then. Having felt so many of his feelings that night made Sumas feel a strange bond with him, not just that, but the pleasures of that night made them feel different around him now. He was like a drug they wanted to take again and they felt this burning craving watching the way he moved when he talked, seeing the shape of his body, hearing the low soothing sound of his voice.
"Sumas are you ok? Did you hear anything I just said? You look really spaced out." Suraci asked concerned.
Coming back to reality Sumas shook their head. "No I'm fine, I just have a lot on my mind right now."
"We can talk later then." Suraci said concerned.
"Actually, I'd like to talk. It'll help me get some things off my mind." They stepped closer to him and looked into his eyes.
Suraci didn't know how to read them just now. He didn't know if their evening of passion was just a one night stand. The things he'd learned about them in the past day only made them more intriguing to him. He was really hoping they wanted more like he did. Did they know what they were doing to him? Were they doing it on purpose to tease him?
"There's a small pool in the executive suite. It's always warm and relaxing. I have chronic pain from my illness and it always helps. I'm going to go soak. You're welcome to join me." Sumas caught themselves smiling and felt embarrassed. They didn't really want to talk, they were trying to seduce him. How could they be so shameless.
Suraci couldn't tell if they were wanting more than a conversation. Their body language was all over the place. Were they still sick, were they conflicted? Suraci hadn't actually ever bothered with romance before. He was a doctor of many fields, but these feelings were very new to him and he was just starting to learn how to deal with them. What's more, this person was clearly smarter than him. He felt intimidated and a little insecure. Regardless, he couldn't turn down the chance to talk about it. This would, at least, put some of his questions to rest.
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The pool was warm with the water circulating over the coral which was lush with various soft underwater plants. It made a comfortable place to sit in the clear amethyst water. Sumas had been put in some pajamas since being brought to the embassy. Suraci had also been loaned some from the merfolk.
Sumas stripped the pjs off and entered the pool without thinking. They didn't have much of a sense of modesty being a test subject. Suraci also removed his before getting in the water. He was rock hard and there was no hiding it as he entered the water. Sumas, however, had been momentarily distracted by the pool's settings and Suraci used that time to change and wade in.
Sitting across from each other Sumas asked him "So what did you want to talk to me about?"
Suraci felt immediately nervous. They were so nonchalant it was unnerving. "I wanted to talk about the other night."
"I'm listening" they said.
"I just found out yesterday that your best friend is queen of the merpeople and that you were responsible for helping them seize the throne. I had kind of a sense of that you were impressive before, but I had no idea you were such a badass. I didn't think it was possible, but I feel like I like you even more now. I know this is probably sudden, and you by no means have to answer right away, but I'd kind of like us to be a thing." Suraci couldn't believe himself 'a thing' he was kicking himself for his word choice.
"A thing?" Sumas asked as they got closer. "You mean like an item?"
"I mean I like you and I want us to be together." Suraci was getting flustered with them so close.
"Together how? Like we were the other night?" Sumas put their hands on his marble chest, sliding one slowly down his abs.
Not being able to hold back and not wanting to be outdone he grabbed their waist and pulled them close into a kiss. As he was kissing them he slid one of his hands up to fondle their chest, then he moved his kisses down their neck until he was sucking on their nipple.
Sumas arched their back as a moan escaped their throat. How did he always know how to touch them?
Suraci, impatient, lifted them up and put them on a coral ledge. Before they could say anything he pushed their legs apart with his thigh and entered them.
Sumas bit his shoulder in between their panting and howling. Suraci tried to hush them between his own outcries. He tried to warn them that someone might hear. But they couldn't contain themselves. Nothing they'd ever physically experienced felt good like this did with him.
"You're so sensitive here." He said as he thrust into their sensitive spot. As he pulled out and pushed in he always directed the right amount of friction and pressure there.
Sumas wrapped their legs around him. They felt this urgent need to cling to him as the pleasure burned through their body.
Suraci struggled to hold back his orgasm as they were clenching him so tight. He didn't want to give in so easy. Their first time together he was sure he could improve upon even though Sumas found the experience then to be the best of their life. He had paid attention closely during their last all night fuckathon. Everything that Suraci found worthy of his time and genius was something he was determined to do his best at. He was always striving to improve the skills he'd obtained. Given the honor of an encore performance he wanted to make it so good they never wanted to get it anywhere else. He paid close attention to their body language, their subtle and overt sounds. With this metric he knew how to move and when. He would slow down when he noticed them on the edge of climaxing to prolong the sensation. When he finally made them climax their whole body was trembling. He grabbed their ass as he came inside them, their orgasm milking his. He came so hard and so much you could see it collecting in the water below them.
Having their mind blown from sex again made Sumas feel cozy like the first time. Their insides were buzzing, warm and tingly. The exhaustion they'd accumulated started to take over as they finally found themself relaxed enough to sleep.
Suraci wanted to go again, he couldn't get enough, but knowing that Sumas was recovering he decided to take it easy on them. Seeing their fatigue, her gently scooped them up and tucked them into bed.