The last rays of the sun fell, giving way to the darkness of night, being transformed into a panther. Tension vibrated in the air, palpable and electrifying. The system threw me an alert message, a survival mission. There was no time to hesitate, only to act.
Survive for 4 minutes until your partner Noir arrives.
Reward:
A new ability for both of us.
Map
— "The minutes began to seem eternal to me, I could see the counter sliding down the time countdown. — In my feline form, I stood in a defensive stance against an imposing bear that roared and launched ferocious bites. Its eyes glowed with overwhelming determination, and its hot breath kept me alert and avoiding being within its reach.
I dodged his attacks with agility, feeling the adrenaline pumping through my veins. Each movement was precise, each jump was a dangerous dance that brought me closer to death, with the slightest carelessness. I watched the timer again, there were two minutes left for Noir's arrival.
I attacked cautiously, looking for weaknesses in the bear's fur armor, looking for any opportunity to gain time. My claws gleamed in the darkness, ready to defend my life and the lives of my beloved companions.
The sound of battle echoed through the confines of the forest, a symphony of growls, roars and the clash of struggling bodies.
Through my conjugal mark I could feel closer and closer the presence of my companion Noir. - "Twenty seconds left," I encouraged myself.
The moment became even more intense as my fellow eagle, Noir, with his wings outstretched and his gaze fierce, swooped down from above, his once worried and fierce gaze had transformed into a bloodthirsty glare.
Teru and Tarish, who had been by my side during the battle, were shaken by the sudden bloodlust. However, although their influence impacted me as well, my conjugal mark with Noir as their companion, allowed me to somehow resist that evil influence.
The battle was a whirlwind of action and chaos, where the roars of the bear intermingled with the flapping of wings and the clatter of claws. Blood and sweat permeated the air, mingling with the smell of earth and moss.
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The guards at the entrance to the village, vigilant in the darkness of the night, heard the tumult of the fierce battle raging deep in the forest. One of them, alert to the din of roaring and clashing claws, did not hesitate to shout to alert the other males inside the village and the patriarch Yang.
Yang immediately approached the entrance of the village. Above his head, the wolf ears perked up in alertness, ready to catch every sound that echoed in the night. His gaze, full of concern, rested on the dark horizon.
Among the sounds of battle, Yang distinguished the croaking of his companion, Noir, echoing in the darkness. But what filled him with unease was the recognition of the growling of his beloved, who was transformed into a panther, engaged in a confrontation with a bear.
Yang's heart clenched with anguish at the thought of Lalabel in danger. With a palpable determination in his expression, he called the males of the village to prepare to help.
Quickly, the news spread among the villagers, six brave males
adopted beast forms and Yang also advanced through the forest.
When they finally arrived at the battle site, they were met with a scene of chaos and despair. The eagle, with an accurate strike, had managed to inflict a mortal wound on the bear's neck using the claws of its paws.
Lalabel was exhausted and drained. The adrenaline rush had begun to wear off, giving way to physical exhaustion and mental stress.
Lalabel's vision blurred as her body struggled to stand. She was on the verge of fainting, her strength leaving her at the most critical moment. It was then that Yang, his heart full of determination and love, ran to her and held her in his arms, feeling the weight of her fatigue and the faint beating of her heart. Lalabel was knocked unconscious.
Carefully and tenderly, Yang lifted Lalabel into his arms, feeling the weight of her frailty and the strength of her fighting spirit. He knew he had to carry her to safety.
With each step, Yang felt the responsibility of protecting Lalabel weigh on her shoulders.
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Noir, his heart filled with worry and frustration, returned to his human form and confronted Teru with a punch straight to his face. The blow echoed through the air, charged with a mixture of anger and disappointment.
-How could you allow Lalabel to expose herself to danger like this," Noir snapped, his voice laden with reproach and concern. -It is the responsibility of the males to protect her, and you have failed in your duty, he continued, staring at Teru with an intensity that left no room for doubt.
Teru, affected by Noir's words, remained silent, letting the weight of truth sink into his conscience. He reflected on all that he had experienced, on his own weaknesses and limitations. He realized that he needed to become stronger, both physically and emotionally, if he was to live up to his responsibility as protector and partner.
Noir's blow, both physically and emotionally, was an awakening for Teru. He understood that he could no longer afford to be dominated by his inferiority complex, that he had to face his fears and weaknesses in order to become one of Lalabel's companions.
Meanwhile, Noir and Tarish, headed with the others towards the village, leaving Teru behind as he pondered his role and place in the group.
After a while, Teru committed himself to work on his personal development, to train his body and mind to be prepared for whatever challenges fate would throw at them. He knew that the road to inner strength would be arduous and full of obstacles, but he was willing to face it with courage and determination.
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With care and love, Yang carried Lala in his arms back to the village, and then to the hut they shared with their companions. Gently, he placed her on the bed, where she would rest and find comfort after the exhausting battle.
With a heart full of worry, Yang prepared a bath with warm water for his beloved Lala, who still remained unconscious. With gentle and meticulous movements, he carried her to the tub, trying not to disturb her fragile sleep.
Carefully, Yang began to remove the dirt and battle fatigue from Lalabel's body, washing each wound with infinite tenderness. Each brush of warm water on her skin was an act of love and healing.
Lalabel's body resting in the warm water, Ya carefully observed her every feature and every curve. In every movement, in every sigh, he could feel the deep bond that united them, a connection that transcended time and space.
After carefully cleaning Lalabel's body, which was still unconscious from exhaustion, Yang dried her with soft furs and dressed her in a fur top and skirt, taking care to keep her comfortable and warm. Every movement was a token of his love and dedication to her, and his hands worked with the delicacy of one who cares for a precious treasure.
Meanwhile, in the backyard of the hut, Noir took a bucket of water and went to the garden to clean his own body of the dirt and blood he had accumulated during the battle. The cold water was a refreshing caress on his tired skin, a balm that soothed his wounds and washed away the marks of the fight.
With each drop of water that fell on his body, Noir felt the tension and fatigue dissipate, giving way to a sense of renewal. His muscles relaxed, releasing the tension accumulated during the battle, and his mind quieted, finding peace in the stillness of the garden.
After a while, Noir finished bathing, feeling refreshed and ready to return to Lalabel, his beloved, who so much needed his support and presence in that difficult moment. With a firm and determined step, he headed inside the hut where Lalabel was resting, carrying with him the love and determination to protect and care for her at all times.
In the warmth of the hut, Yang and Noir found each other again, united by love and concern for Lalabel. Both males rested around Lalabel not wanting to be separated from her.
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Tarish and Teru, feeling the weight of fatigue and the tension of the battle, decided to go to the river to take a bath and refresh themselves. The crystal clear water of the river caressed their fatigued bodies, relieving the tension in their muscles and washing away the dirt and sweat accumulated during the fight.
Immersed in the cool waters of the river, Tarish and Teru shared a moment of camaraderie, leaving behind the worries and fears they had faced in battle.In silence, they found comfort and strength in each other, reminding each other that they were not alone in their struggle.
After a while, they rose from the water rejuvenated and renewed, ready to return to Lalabel, who was still resting in the hut. With hearts full of hope and longing, they headed back, where Lala lay unconscious, wrapped in a deep sleep.
Once in the hut, Tarish and Teru settled in the living room, silently watching the entrance to Lala's room as they waited longingly for her awakening. Time seemed to stand still at that moment, and the rustle of the wind in the trees was the only sound that broke the silence of the hut.
Between knowing glances and words of encouragement, Tarish and Teru shared the weight of worry and uncertainty.
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The next day, when the sun was halfway to the top of the horizon, lalabel awoke feeling light and refreshed. The fatigue of the previous day's battle was gone, giving way to a sense of clarity and energy. With a smile on her lips, she realized she was alone in the room.
Taking advantage of the quiet moment, Lalabel decided to call up the system to check the accumulated windows of rewards she had pending. With a determined gesture, she opened the interface and began to explore the various options that unfolded before her.
One by one, Lala reviewed the pending rewards to be received, feeling a mixture of excitement and gratitude as she recalled the challenges overcome and the accomplishments achieved. She had also moved up four levels.
—"With my new skills I can help my next companions." Lalabel placed all her rewards she had so far, taking up 5/40 squares.
Lala crossed her legs and was lost in thought, - "the mission requires me to pair up with a minimum of two companions, I will take Teru as my next companion and give state my reasons to Noir. After what happened, he will disagree and more so if I mention to him that I have to explain the mission a little further." - "I can also resort to the method of modern women when they want something from their partner," -she smiled mischievously.
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Feeling Lalabel awake I hurried to prepare the tray with breakfast, eager to see her, to share those intimate moments that only we understand.
As I entered the room, her smile lit up my world more than the sun itself. Her eyes shone with complicity, as if they held undecipherable secrets. With every glance, with every laugh, we felt the universe conspiring in our favor.
Lalabel finished her breakfast with the same tranquility and joy with which she conquered every moment of our lives. Slowly, she came closer to me, closer. My heart pounded with excitement and our lips met in a passionate kiss, a fire that burned from the depths of our souls.
Desire and excitement grew between us, like a storm brewing on the horizon. Each caress, each whisper, fanned the flame that consumed us, turning us into a state.
Noir gently and passionately traced his lips down my neck, leaving behind a trail of marks that seemed to seal our bond with each kiss. Each caress was like a promise whispered into the wind, an oath of loyalty and surrender that was engraved deep within me.
I closed my eyes, letting myself be carried away by the intensity of the moment, by the sweetness of his gestures and the passion that burned in his eyes. Each touch of her lips unleashed a cascade of emotions inside me, a cascade of sensations that enveloped me and transported me to a place where only she and I existed.
Noir leans forward and removes her top to gently kiss lalabel's breasts, licks and caresses her nipples. - ahhh!.... Noir, that feels so good, - lalabel whispers. She caressed every curve of his body, her arousal manifesting itself in her crotch. She, observing her partner's male member, was tempted by desire and bent down to give Noir an oral.
He moaned softly with pleasure and loved the way his partner satisfied him, which increased the flames of desire. Then Lalabel sat on top of Noir letting gravity do its work, he placed his hands under Lalabel's thighs to assist in the bouncing motions.
In that instant, we were two souls merging into one, two hearts beating in unison in the frenetic rhythm of passion. And so, between whispers of love and moans of pleasure, we lost ourselves in each other, exploring passion and desire with the same intensity.
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Three males were attracted and aroused by Lalabel and Noir's moans, Tarish decided to run off and get as far away as he could. Teru went into the forest to continue searching for medicinal plants and fruit for Lalabel. Orus hid in the deep part of the tree where he lived to take a nap. "Each of these three males were waiting for their moment to mate with lalabel."