Warning: This chapter contains some non-explicit scenes between two consenting adults. In other words SEX! If such things make you uncomfortable then don't read any further and skip immediately to Chapter Twenty-Eight. However, if such things don't faze you, then read on







Chapter Twenty-Seven: Joy and Love


The closed door to Chiana's room was locked with the privacy curtain drawn completely shut. Inside, starting from the door was a line of discarded clothing that led like a trail of bird crumbs directly across the floor towards Chiana's bed.


At the foot of her bed, Chiana and Daniel themselves were locked in a passionate embrace. Both of them were desperately trying to peel away the remaining clothing from each other's bodies.


Chiana muttered in frustration as she tried to quickly shed her leather top with Daniel's eager assistance. Why do I wear clothes with so many buckles and tie strings?


There is no need to rush, Daniel whispered in her ear before lightly nibbling on it then making his way down to the curve of her slender neck and to her collarbone.


Oh, frell! Chiana hung her head back, moaning breathlessly. Not wanting to be out done, the Nebari pulled Daniel's face back up to hers to answer his caress with her fingers and tongue.


Playfully wrestling each other onto the bed, the two managed to eventually toss their remaining clothes aside. All the while they whispered and giggled like a couple of teenagers undressing in a backseat.


With her last bits of clothing removed, Chiana was indeed a lovely and breathtaking sight to behold to Daniel's eyes, almost mythical in beauty and form. Chiana was the sort of being that poetry and literature should be written about and works of art depicting her imagine.


Chiana purred as her dark smoky eyes surveyed every inch of Daniel Jackson. He was nicely built, but did not possess a weight lifer's body, which was good. She didn't care for men with huge muscles. Much as she enjoyed being with D'Argo, sleeping with him was like sleeping with a rock. Daniel was a nice package, smart, handsome, thoughtful and healthy looking. Chiana lowered her eyes and smiled And a few more added bonuses as well!


Deciding to let things happen naturally, Chiana settled back on the bed and Daniel was soon beside her. Removing his glasses, he started to reach for her but she stopped him.


Please lose that. She pointed to the universal translator computer collar still about his neck.


Daniel hesitated, touching the earpiece connected to it. But I won't be able to understand you.


Chiana giggled. Trust me, from here on out actions will speak louder than words.


She was right, Daniel thought. The translator would only get in the way and was not really needed. Daniel removed the collar and earpiece and careful placed them on the floor, not wishing to risk damaging them.


When he faced Chiana again, she was moving towards him, pushing him onto his back. She was whispering softly in her hypnotic alien language. He had no idea what she was saying but it was beautiful just to listen to her talk. It really gave her an air of mystery, making her even more desirable.


He smiled up at her, glad that Chiana still could understand him with her translator microbes but she was definitely correct on one point. From here on out, actions would speak for themselves.


With Chiana still sitting beside him, Daniel reached out with one hand to touch the left side of her face, cupping her one cheek. A pleasant smile spread across the young Nebari's lips, welcoming his touch. Gently, his exploring hand moved farther down, following the lines of her chin and neck, eventually traveling to her chest until he captured one of her breasts in a tender caress.


Chiana breathed the tiniest of sighs as the archeologist's inquisitive hand held it as if it was a cherished find. Reaching back slowly with a devilish smile, Chiana pulled up the bed blankets to cover them both, just before she covered Daniel with herself.


Sometime later, they drifted down from the peak together. Their breathing and heartbeats slowed and the delicious afterglow warmed them. They eased over to rest on their sides, neither of them willing to give up their moment of deep intimacy.


How I do you say I love you'? Daniel asked quietly, staring into her mysterious dark eyes.


Smiling, Chiana whispered the words in Nebari to Daniel as she gestured with her hands for emphasis. First she pointed to herself, then place her hand over his chest where his heart was, before pointing to him. Slowly, Daniel repeated the words in her complex language nearly perfectly.


Listening, Chiana nodded with a smile. He learns quickly.


Daniel gently touched her face, drawing his fingers along the side of her cheek down to her chin, saying lovingly, Being with you has been a wondrous experience It has been a while since I had ever felt this way. Thank you.


Staring amazed at his heartfelt confession, Chiana could only nod her head in reply. She moved closer and wrapped her arms about him, placing her head against his shoulder and neck. She felt his strong arms returning her embrace as she said softly.


You have been so wonderful to me too, so courteous and caring. For a good part of my life I have been nothing but a simple runaway. Never knowing what it was like to have a normal existence, or somewhere to call home until I found Moya. Now everyone will be leaving soon to return to their own homes Except for me. I can never risk going home and I don't want to return to my old life of wandering from planet to planet. I don't want to go back to the life of being a thief and a tralk and alone I hated that life. I want to go to Earth and be with you


Never before in her entire life did she ever felt so strongly for another man like Daniel. Chiana realized that she hadn't been completely honest with him in telling everything about herself, about her past. Then she got scared. Why would someone like Daniel, an important man on Earth, want her once he discovered the complete truth? As much as she feared telling him, she had to. Chiana's eyes began to shed tears as she cried.


But the more I think about it, the more I believe that you deserve better than to have a trelk like me.


Daniel was simply listening to her speaking just above a whisper in his ear when he heard the growing sadness in her voice and felt her tears running down on his neck. Confused, unable to understand what she just said, he became increasingly concerned.


Chiana? Hey, what's wrong?


Weeping, she pulled away and hopped off the bed, and quickly started to gather up her clothes.


Daniel quickly reached down beside the bed and picked up the translator fumbling to place it back on. Chiana, talk to me? Have I offended you in some way?


Chiana muttered out as she hurriedly dressed herself, keeping her back to him as she slid her pants on. I just realized that this was a mistake. What was I thinking?


He sat up in bed. What? Chiana, please look at me.


Partially dressed, she slowly turned, and Daniel could see the tears steaming down her beautiful face. I don't deserve you and you couldn't love someone Something like me.


Just because you're an alien? He shook his head, still confused. I love you and I don't care who you are.


It's not a matter of who but a matter of what I am. I haven't told you everything about me, Daniel. Chiana fought for the strength to say the words. I'm not only a thief but I'm also a tralk.


Chiana, I don't understand. What's a tralk?


I'm a whore, Daniel! She sobbed loudly. There! Now her dirty little secret was out. Now she waited for Daniel's reaction.


I don't care, came his honest response.


Chiana stared at him, still crying as she struggled to get dressed. Didn't you hear me?


I did, and I still love you. What you did was to survive, pure and simple. How can I or anyone else blame you for that?


Chiana turned away again as she put her leather top on. How could someone like you want me?


What about this vision of us that you saw? You seemed so determined to believe in it?


It's real, but I also have been trying so hard to make it happen The vision doesn't even let me know if our relationship will last a lifetime or a single weeken. For all I know we might be doomed from the start or I just might frell it up like I did with D'Argo.


Daniel's eyes widened with abrupt panic. you had a relationship with D'Argo? The big alien guy with the tentacles on his head and the bulging muscles That D'Argo?


You're safe, Chiana almost smiled, although somberly. It has been over between us for some time. That was another unpleasant chapter in my failing life. With her top and pants on, Chiana just grabbed her long sleeve leather gloves and boots before heading for the door.


Try as she might, Chiana started crying again as she said, I'm sorry, Daniel, but this is for the best.


Like a shot, Daniel was off the bed and across the room to head her off before Chiana could reach the door control. His hands gently held her by the shoulders, bringing her to a halt.


Chiana, please wait, he pleaded, and then he said softly in her ear, Don't go. Stay here.


Chiana hesitated, she wanted to stay but was still uncertain. She tried to wipe the tears from her eyes saying. Give me a reason why I should?


Daniel considered for a moment before answering. Well, for one, this is your room. If anyone should leave, it should be me.


A half-smile crept to Chiana's distraught face as Daniel went on to say, Two, we all have regrets from our past, and I'll have a new one if I just let you walk out that door without trying to stop you. Three, I don't care about your visions, whether they show us together or not. I will say it again, I always believe that we have ultimate control of our own fate and I want my future to be included with you Well, how many more times do I have to repeat it I love you! So, please stay?


The little Nebari turned to face him, she was still crying but for a different reason. Chiana saw the love shining for her in his eyes. He still wanted her! She nodded, and barely managed to utter through the tears,


She dropped her gloves and boots and hugged him. The two just held each other before Chiana finally said. Can we get some sleep now?


You bet, Daniel kissed the top of her head. And somehow, I think we're all going to have a busy day tomorrow. With luck, the Galactica and Talyn will be back safely with Sam, and then all us can go home. I would love to show you Earth.


With one side of her face still pressed to his chest, Chiana only answered with a nod of her head. Together they return to her bed for some restful sleep, knowing she finally found what she was looking for. To be loved.