Hey there,
It's hard to believe I wrote 4 chapters (20-23) describing one day. I'm convinced it bubbles forth out of my desire to give our heroes a good time. I love these characters and just want to see them happy after the horrors of war.
One of the reasons I started this story was to describe Miranda's transformation from ice-cold Cerberus loyalist to a decent human being. Another major plotline is Liara's awakening asari nature - the title of this chapter refers to both Liara and Ciux reflecting on their sexual desires. Bioware designed the asari as being very free and open in their sexuality... and I'm running with it!
Ciux's nickname is Lav, short for lavender : )
Chapter 22, Asari nature
Upon leaving the aquatic center Jane checked her Omni-tool. "Can't believe it's 12 o'clock already. Lunch at the noodle house? it's quite a distance but I feel like walking."
"Sounds great," Liara stated, taking Jane's hand. "Let's have a nice walk past the lakes. No rush."
Miri and Lav nodded in agreement. Hand in hand they followed the other couple. Jane had given them a dress code for the day. 'Summery and Breezy.' Lav studied her companion's outfits and admired the results.
They look great.
Miranda obviously liked red and Ciux couldn't decide if it was a halter top or a bra. It was somewhere in between and she loved it. A gorgeous deep red, straining to contain her large breasts. It left her midriff bare and the young asari longingly admired the creamy skin. The matching pencil skirt fit snug around her hips. Her earth-shattering hips. Ciux blatantly stared at Miranda's ass, moving in slo-mo with the tempting sway of her hips. The light curl Miri'd put in her hair made her appearance even more striking - red clothes, ivory skin, black hair - many a passerby craned their necks to check her out.
Oh... my...
She knew Miri liked showing of her downright perfect body. She'd never seen the infamous Cerberus catsuit - but from the descriptions she could picture it - like a second skin, boldly displaying all of her stunning curves. Miranda enjoyed flaunting her exquisite physique and Ciux realized it was another thing she liked about her girlfriend.
Walking down the boulevard she felt grateful, thrilled. Just an hour ago in the aquatic center they'd confessed their love for each other and she sensed this was the beginning of something truly special. Her young heart leaped with joy. Tenderly squeezing Miri's hand she wanted the moment to last forever.
Yellow was Liara's color for the day. A bright yellow classic asari dress, shortsleeved, one bold forest green stripe down the middle. Her matching heels were surprising. Regal. Splendid. Ciux loved the way they made her legs appear even longer, making her hips roll seductively with each step. Wow. She's a stunner.
Jane Shepard was wearing a cute white dress with a pattern of small blue flowers. Amazingly narrow at the waist, elegantly flaring out, ending well above her knees.
Shepard in a dress?
Ciux grinned as she recalled the friendly banter between the two.
"Do it for me? Pleeeease?"
"Liara, I don't do dresses. You know that."
"And you know I love them. Come on, for me? It's a special day today."
"How about my dress uniform?"
Liara'd stared at Jane. Till the Commander squirmed. Ciux would not have believed Jane could squirm like that.
"Seriously? Your dress uniform? Alliance drab that you've been wearing for years?"
"It's not drab! And I thought you liked it?"
"I did. Past tense. Times have changed Jane... this is going to be a frivolous, fun day. I'd love to see you in something frivolous!" She stared at Jane with such a genuine, disarming warmth that Jane had to throw up her hands in defeat. "You win! How can I resist the sweet Blue?"
Grinning from ear to ear Liara smirked. Her voice low, playful. "You cannot. Silly human. Surrender now."
Jane laughed out loud. "I surrendered a long time ago."
"Yes you did... I have many fond memories of you surrendering..."
The end result was fabulous. Not only did Jane look great, what struck Ciux most of all was the carefree, peaceful expression on her face.
Liara saw it too. She smiled. "I love seeing you this happy."
Jane nodded. Fiddled with the hem of her dress. "This one is not too bad actually. My legs being bare is actually quite pleasant."
"Yes it is," Liara grinned, drinking in the sight, "quite pleasant." She wrapped her arm around Jane's waist and holding each other tightly they meandered down the boulevard.
Ciux herself had stuck to her little black dress. Knowing that black and her skintone were a good match she hoped it would fit Jane's description of "summery and breezy".
She was not disappointed. Glancing over her shoulder Jane stared at the tall lavender asari. "Damn you look good. If you were candy I'd eat you. Which might happen anyway."
Ciux never missed a step. "I'd like that. And I'll be happy to return the favor."
Liara giggled. She's definitely not shy! She sensed the warm, sexual tension... the anticipation simmered between them and it felt so naughty. She loved it.
Miranda glanced back and forth. We need to talk about this now. Is it just teasing? Or is she serious?
She slowed down, creating some separation between the couples. "Lav... First of all I'm a 100% yours. Period. As you know I'm Liara and Jane's Amaranth. Their intimate friend. If you dislike me being... involved with them, I would understand. And I would stop. Our relationship is too important for me."
Deep in her gut the words hurt. But they were true. She couldn't imagine going back to just being the couple's 'friend' after all the mindblowing sex they'd shared but for Ciux she would do it. And Jane and Liara would understand.
She would go to Hell and back for Ciux. A tiny voice in the back of her mind hoped and wished that she would be fine with the situation.
Is she?
She played with Ciux's hand while she waited for a reply. She avoided her eyes. Her anxiety grew as Lav remained silent. Was she mad? Was this going to be a problem in their relationship?
Lav sucked in her breath. "Miri, look at me. Please." Seeing the slight worry in Miranda's eyes she nodded in understanding. "I'm yours, you are mine. We're together. And it would be very mean of me to try and... dislodge you from Jane and Liara. I've seen how dear you are to them."
"But... but wouldn't it feel like... ?"
Grinning from ear to ear Lav continued. "I am asari - and know full well the meaning of Amaranth. You're close to them... intimately close. Now the real question would be: are you up to sharing?"
Miranda was baffled. "I'm not... I mean..."
Lav smiled once more. "I think you keep forgetting I don't have human hangups. Do not. I don't think like a human. Let me enlighten you. We," with a broad gesture she made it clear she meant the asari race, "are very comfortable with our sexuality. Sex is something to be enjoyed, not to be ashamed of."
Miranda blinked. "I know this. And I agree. But..."
Lav put a finger on her lover's lips. "You agree. But you haven't lived it like I have. Hear me out. Our colleges are... very fun. Very. Threesomes, foursomes are common. I've seen a few entire class orgies. I'm young but have experimented with sex quite a lot."
Miranda's brain was fried. Entire class orgies. Imagining a large group of young asari having sex was unbelievably hot. Scorching. "I... think I know what you're trying to say. Sex to you is different than what it is to me."
"Of course. I'm asari. You're human. Simple."
"Got it," Miri whispered, "it's quite obvious. I kinda feel like a fool."
"Don't. It also has to do with our life span. We usually outlive our partners. Monogamy is a nice thought but it doesn't work for us. In asari societies open relationships are common. That might shock a human."
She took Miri's hand and whispered thoughtfully, "We're together - and we're very different. Let's discuss and enjoy those differences if we want to make this relationship work."
"It's going to work." Miri stated decisively. "You're my girl. I love you with all my heart, cannot even imagine being with anyone else."
Lav gently kissed her forehead. "Same here. Now... you heard Liara's invitation this morning. She's up for it."
Miranda laughed and rolled her eyes in disbelief. "She shocked me! I never expected her to be so bold. She's changed a lot, has always been more reserved than that.'
"Perhaps..." Ciux smiled, "but she is asari." Her words oozed raw, beautiful sex.
"That she is!" Miri grinned. She took a deep breath. Her world had been turned completely upside down over the past months. Was it done spinning? The idea of having sex with the four of them was making her feel wonderfully wicked. Her heart hammered in her chest.
"I'm up for it. And I know Jane and Liara are. We discussed it."
Sparkling with pleasure Ciux's eyes widened. "Excellent! That is... excellent news."
Miranda smiled. She loved seeing Ciux so electrified. Her heart overflowed as she excitedly kissed the maiden's crest. "Excellent is a good word for it."
Jane was thinking along the same lines. She squeezed Liara's hand. "Wild thing!"
Liara grinned as she felt a spike of heat. Her thoughts traveled back to this morning when she'd shamelessly invited Ciux for... more.
Where did that come from?
She took a minute, reflecting on her thoughts and feelings. As a young student she'd always been completely absorbed in her work, shying away from most social contacts. When she met Jane she'd been a virgin, completely unheard off for a maiden her age. Shepard had ignited her sexuality, kickstarting her desires.
She saved me. In more ways than one!
She enjoyed sex with Jane. And recently it had become even hotter. Threesome with Miranda. Toys coming into the bedroom. Shaving Jane's pussy. Her newfound desire to experience sex with one of her own race. This morning she'd shocked even herself with her bold, scandalous invitation to Ciux.
Goddess! Is... is that truly me?
She knew the answer. The war had ended, the constant stress of fighting had evaporated. Both her and Shepard had relaxed, rejoiced, and rejuvenated their relationship. They both knew that bonding, or the human phrase 'marriage' was right around the corner. With all that happiness something had awakened, something she'd denied for a long, long time.
Asari nature.
Her race had a name of being very open, accepting of their sexuality. She'd always been different... but now - she knew what she wanted. She wanted Jane - in every way imaginable. Every wicked way. Licking her lips images were dancing before her eyes. Scandalous, naughty things that had never crossed her mind before. "Hmmm..."
More. She wanted even more. She wasn't surprised as she sensed an innate, greedy yearning for sexual pleasure.
That is me! Foursome with Miri and Ciux? Goddess I'd love to!
She closed her eyes - imagining the four of them, tangled in a naked pile. Something primal clenched deep inside her groin. "Oh!" Grinning, she wholeheartedly embraced her wild sexual desires.
"Foursome sounds great. I want it." She stopped walking and gazed deep into Shep's big brown eyes. "And I know you want to."
Shepard laughed out loud. "Yep. I got no secrets. You've been inside my head. Often."
"I'm sure Ciux is game. I've seen her check you out. Goddess, I've seen her check me out!"
Jane sighed dreamily. "You girls are a hot bunch of space babes. If I didn't know any better I'd believe someone made you up for a space opera. Like a sci-fi video game."
Liara giggled and slapped Jane's butt, a bit harder than she intended. "Ha! Space babes!"
"My my... where's that shy archeologist of mine? So naughty... " Jane was rolling her eyes, her playful voice filled with joy, "...fabulous."
"The archeologist? She met this daring vanguard. And fell head over heels. Then the vanguard dragged her off to save the galaxy a couple of times... while romancing her."
"I like this story," Jane whispered tenderly, kissing Liara's hand, "tell me more."
Liara was getting into it, her voice warm, grateful. "Needless to say they succeeded. The galaxy was saved. Several times. Along the way the archeologist found true love, connected with her bold, wild nature, happy and eager to please the vanguard."
Jane leaned into her, their thighs touching. She stared deep into Liara's blue diamonds. It felt like magic. So close, so beautiful. "The vanguard was lost. Completely enchanted with this stunning blue archeologist. She couldn't believe it. She couldn't believe how such a... perfect love could exist."
Moving closer still, their lips only inches apart Liara breathed, "I love you Jane. I love you with all my heart." Her lips touched Shepard's and the feeling was so warm, so right. "Kiss me."
The afternoon flowed by like a pleasant dream. Lunch at the noodle house. Visit to the Shepard statue construction site. Jane had picked up some sunglasses along the way, making her transformation complete. Reporters were unable to identify her and thankfully left the four alone.
They did visit the Airmax Arena but only as spectators. At the concession stands they all consumed more alcohol than was wise, delighting in their carefree day.
Time flies when you're having fun and soon enough they found themselves at the restaurant surrounded by friends.
"Spirits!" Garrus gasped out loud, "Shepard! Are you wearing a dress?"
Jane took of her sunglasses and playfully twirled, making her dress flare out. "I'm just as shocked as you are. Liara made me do it!"
Garrus laughed, a horrifying bark that froze them all.
"Goddess," Liara stammered, "don't ever do that again!"
They all laughed. Tali, Garrus, Grunt, Wrex, James, Samantha, Edi, Kaidan. Wasn't it fabulous to see them again? Jane smiled from ear to ear. These were her people. The people that made it. Feeling incredibly proud she beheld the ragtag band. "It's so good to see you again!" She rushed at them, giving each a personal word and a hug.
Grunt almost blushed as the Commander was hugging him, the small figure dwarfed by his huge body. "Heh heh heh... thanks Shepard. But you still gotta work on growing taller."
She lovingly punched him. "Ouch! You big turtle! Stop picking on my height!"
Grunt couldn't help himself. This was his battlemaster - but she was so small! Without any effort he picked her up, spinning her around with Jane laughing in fruitless protest. Garrus rolled his eyes in disbelief. Tali's sweet laughter filled their ears. Samantha sighed, enjoying the sight of Jane's bare legs. Wrex asked for a menu.
When they were finally seated, Jane hit her glass with a spoon. The light chime silenced the bustling group. She stood - and the dress didn't make a difference. She was Commander Shepard. Powerful, strong, convincing. Hero. One could hear a pin drop.
"Friends. We've made a remarkable journey. We've seen tremendous victories, and have also suffered tragic defeats. Through it all we stuck together, finding ways to win, always working as a team. Tonight we celebrate our team and our victory!" Raising her glass she invited all of them to stand, toasting and cheering as a team.
"Never forget this moment. Never forget everything we've gone through. I'm so very very proud and happy to be standing with you here today." Raw emotion seeped into her voice and she had to swallow.
She moved an empty seat to the table, placing an empty plate in front of it. "This chair and this plate are very precious. They will remain empty. To make us remember the ones that we lost. Not all of us made it through. We will never forget them. I hope that right now they are shining down upon us, and celebrate with us."
Closing her eyes she saw the face of Ashley Williams. So young. Mordin Solus. So special. Jack. Never had a chance. Thane. Class. Zaeed. Asshole.
She swallowed hard. A single tear escaped her. Opening her eyes she looked at the living.
"The wind of change is blowing. The Galaxy will morph into something new. I'm realistic enough to know that petty squabbles and dumb conflicts will not disappear overnight. But one thing is for sure... billions of souls will go to bed and rest easy tonight. Tomorrow they will see a new dawn on our galaxy - because we vanquished the fucking Reapers!"
Taking Liara's hand she raised her glass once again and screamed at the top of her lungs, "To life! To our new Galaxy!"
The room exploded into happy chaos, all of them whooping and cheering. Jane took her time, waiting for the noise to settle down. "Now, we party. Have a great time - all drinks on me!"
