Hey everyone, so I'm giving you two for the price of one. I wrote what I thought would be chapter 11 and felt like it needed to be split up so chapter 12 is already up. Hopefully these two chapters will be enjoyed for the next few days while I plot what happens next. Also, thanks for all the follows, it has reached 123. I was happy when it reached just 20 so I am thrilled people are liking the story this much. There is plenty more to come so stay tuned. And as always, I love to read comments so leave some if you're compelled.
Tamsin pulled up to Bo's house and waited for the succubus to follow suit. They'd spent another hour at Ecstasy having drinks and learning more about Stanley. When he wasn't begging to be forced to do a task he was actually a really interesting guy.
Once Bo arrived they went inside the house and Tamsin threw her jacket across the couch.
"Um, do you want some coffee or something," Bo said searching through the cabinets.
"Water would be good," Tamsin said leaning against the kitchen counter.
Bo grabbed a glass and filled it to the top. She handed it to Tamsin and as the Valkyrie took the glass their fingers brushed against each other. They both jerked back at the charge that hit them.
"I'm sorry, I think I'm still a bit revved up from earlier," Bo said blushing. "I think I'll have some water too."
Tamsin chuckled as she watched a flustered Bo gulp down a glass of water in seconds.
"Are you laughing at me?" Bo said wiping the excess water from her mouth.
"No, at the situation," Tamsin said grinning as she put down her glass. "Okay, maybe a little bit at you."
It was subtle but Tamsin noticed a flash of anger cross Bo's face. It surprised her but the shift in her expression went by so fast Tamsin was sure she imagined it. A mischievous look appeared on Bo's face instead. The smile on Tamsin's face dropped when she felt a pulse of energy shoot through the lower part of her body. She bit her lip in an attempt to contain the moan that almost escaped her mouth.
"Well, looks like you're not laughing now," Bo said with a sexy smirk.
She walked up to Tamsin and began unbuttoning her shirt. "Tell me, did you have fun earlier. Spouting all that stuff about giving up control?"
Tamsin nodded her head as she tried to steady her breathing.
"Well that's good, because I'm not expecting a replay of that any time soon," Bo said as she got to the last button. Her hands trailed down Tamsin's abdomen, "My god you are delicious."
The succubus began kissing Tamsin's collar bone and worked her way down. The Valkyrie finally released the breath she hadn't realized she was holding and sighed as her hands found Bo's head. She ran her fingers through the succubus's chocolate colored mane and fought the urge to push her lower. Bo was obviously teasing her and having a good time doing it.
Tamsin jerked as Bo began leaving bite marks as she trailed down her stomach.
"What is it with you and hickeys?" Tamsin said between gasps.
"I like leaving my mark so when I'm not there and you see it, you remember how it got there," Bo said before biting down again making Tamsin moan.
When Bo reached the top of Tamsin's pants she unbuttoned and lowered them just enough to reveal the top of her underwear. She trailed her finger along the edge pulsing energy into the Valkyrie while following behind with her tongue. Tamsin felt like she was going to explode.
"Hmm, you know your chi isn't the only thing that tastes delicious," Bo said lowering the Valkyrie's pants to the floor.
She continued kissing along Tamsin's underwear, the heat from her breath fueling the desire of the Valkyrie.
"Please," Tamsin could hear herself saying. But it was like someone else was speaking.
"What was that, I can't hear you," Bo mumbled against her thigh.
"Please don't stop," Tamsin said leaning into Bo.
As soon as she said that the succubus did stop. "Well who's the one begging now," she said as she sat back on her heels.
She stood straight up and grabbed Tamsin, bringing her in for a deep kiss. Then she wrapped her hand in the Valkyrie's hair and pulled them apart.
"Looks like who's in charge remains to be seen," Bo said with a smirk. She gave a quick kiss on the cheek and let go of Tamsin then turned to walk to her bedroom. "Make sure to turn off the lights before you come to bed. Don't want my electricity bill high."
Tamsin stood there, confusion on her face as she pulled up her pants. She went over to the light switch and flicked it off.
"What have I gotten myself into," she said to herself as she followed Bo upstairs.
"Hello, earth to Tamsin," Dyson said waving his hand in her face.
The Valkyrie slapped his arm, "Dude, seriously with the hand in the face? You're lucky I'm out of it or I would so clock you right now," Tamsin said pushing Dyson out of the way playfully.
They were at another crime scene and Tamsin had to admit she was in a bit of a daze. The night before and the morning had felt like a dream that she was sad to have been awakened from. Bo made sure they went to sleep that night and did not fool around despite her seduction of Tamsin in the kitchen. It seemed their fight for dominance was at a standstill. But that morning the Valkyrie had never hated getting out of bed more. She finally got to wake up with Bo in her arms and it was the best feeling ever. Now it was hard to focus when all she could think about were Bo's hands, and her skin and her taste. She shook her head to clear the thoughts.
"So, another body. Let me guess, same as the other one," Tamsin said walking over to the crime scene.
"Yep. Same signature kill. But this time, we got a little something extra," Dyson said kneeling by the body and lifting the man's shirt sleeve.
A mark was on his forearm, what looked like an insignia. Tamsin moved closer and tried to read the small lettering under the marking.
"Club Dionysus I think it says. We need to put that in the database and find out what it is," Tamsin said standing up.
"I think we can take an educated guess by the name what type of place it might be," Dyson said with a smirk.
"Wow, you're really on a roll today wolf boy. Looks like we're going to have to meet in the boxing ring later so I can punch that smirk off your face."
"You're on," Dyson said raising his fists in a mock fighting stance.
"But seriously D, are we going to ignore the fact that this was another succubus kill?"
Dyson dropped his hands and his face became serious, "No, of course not. We're going to have to at least bring Bo in for questioning."
Tamsin rubbed her face in her hands," Yeah, I know."
"Hey Tamsin," a voice said from behind her.
She turned to see Mike from the coroner's office standing there munching on a bagel.
"Hi Mike," she said stifling a laugh as a surprised look came over his face.
"So you guys got any leads?" he mumbled as he tried to finish chewing.
"No, but you know how these cases go. Gotta keep fishing til you catch something," Tamsin said with a big smile.
Mike looked even more flustered and just nodded his head. Tamsin waved goodbye as she walked back to the car with Dyson.
"What was that about?"
"What, a girl can't be nice?"
"Not you, and not to him. Women are inherently not nice to creepy Mike."
"I was feeling generous today but that generosity does not extend to the ass kicking you will be receiving later."
"I look forward to it," Dyson growled into her ear as he entered the car.
After boxing with Dyson at the gym Tamsin tried to mentally prepare herself for the meet up with Kara. She was nervous but looking forward to seeing her former home and one of her favorite mentors. As she threw her gym bag in the passenger seat she noticed Bo's car pulling into the gym parking lot. She smiled and leaned against the front of her truck. The succubus got out of her Camaro
"You standing there reminds me of Johnny Valentine," Bo said wrapping her arms around Tamsin's waist and kissing her.
"And who is Johnny Valentine?" Tamsin said pushing Bo's hair out of her face.
"He was the older bad boy in my high school that every girl wanted. He always wore this cool leather jacket and had this beat up pickup truck he was always working on. Every day after school he used to lean against it after fiddling with the engine all sweaty. He was dreamy," Bo said leaning in to kiss Tamsin's neck.
"Dreamy huh? Sounds like a dork who tried too hard," Tamsin said with a smirk.
"I think you're right about that," Bo said laughing. "But you're even better because you're like a dream come true," Bo said placing small kisses on Tamsin's lips.
"Wow, are you usually this corny?" Tamsin said in between kisses.
"Well, you make me feel like a nervous 12 year old so I'm sorry if I sound stupid," Bo said moving back from Tamsin.
"No, I'm sorry. That was really sweet to say. I'm just not used to this stuff," Tamsin said pulling her back. "But I'm willing to learn."
"Good thing I'm a great teacher," Bo said leaning in for another kiss.
"Hmm hmm," a male voice cleared his throat behind Bo.
Tamsin's eyes fluttered open and saw Dyson standing there with his gym bag over his shoulder.
"Hey Bo," Dyson said with a grin.
"Hey Dyson. Did you have a good workout? She said turning towards him.
"I did, although your girl here worked me over," he said wincing as he touched a spot on his chest.
"He totally deserved it for being a smartass earlier," Tamsin said raising an eyebrow.
"Wow, Dyson one upped you in the smart ass department. Can't say I'm not impressed," Bo said giving him a high five.
"Hey, why is it when he and Kenzi say snarky things everyone thinks it's cute but when I do it I'm a bitch?" Tamsin said folding her arms.
"What can I say, you lack our charm," Dyson replied with a smile as he backed up to go to his car. "I will see you in a bit Officer Slamsin. Later Bo"
"I obviously did not hit him hard enough," Tamsin with a dismissive wave. "Anyway, how did you know to find me here?"
"Well officer, I used my super awesome detective skills and called Hale," Bo said with a laugh then her face got serious. "Listen, I know you are doing something that you don't want to tell me about and I have a feeling it has to do with me and my dad."
"Bo.." Tamsin started to speak but Bo silenced her.
"I understand that right now you can't tell me but I hope that when you're done you will. And be safe, we just started and I don't want this to end yet...if ever," Bo said planting a soft kiss on Tamsin's lips.
Bo backed away and waved goodbye as she headed to her car. Tamsin rubbed her chest as she felt a pain and thought maybe Dyson had landed a good punch on her. But as she rubbed the spot she realized it wasn't her body that was aching, it was her heart.
That evening Tamsin pulled up to the field where she agreed to meet Kara. She sat enjoying the cool breeze blowing through the truck trying to cool her body temperature. She was still heated from the boxing match with Dyson which of course she had won. It was a good distraction and had her pumped for their trip but inevitably Bo was once again taking up space in her mind. She couldn't count how many times throughout the day she had thought about her. Her hope had been that being with her would at least relieve some of the obsession but it felt like it had only stoked the flames. Then having Bo see her before the journey was like giving ocean water to a person dying of thirst.
"Focus, focus, focus. Think of whiskey and battlefields," Tamsin mumbled to herself.
The Valkyrie hopped out of the truck and searched the field for Kara. She spotted her friend pacing back and forth smoking a cigarette a few yards away.
"Wow, you've taken up smoking? Things really have changed over 200 years," Tamsin said as she walked towards her.
"I still take care of myself, for the most part. But a girl's gotta have her vices," Kara said leaning in to kiss Tamsin's cheek. "So is it just going to be you then?"
"No, I asked a friend of mine to come just in case. I don't want you to have to get in the middle of anything should there be a fight. You're doing enough just by taking us."
"Do you really think I'm going to stand by and let you fight without me?" Kara said putting out the cigarette.
The two Valkyries looked at each other. "Nah," they said in unison, laughing.
They talked some about changes taking place in Valhalla and what Tamsin had been up to. Then they stood there for a bit watching the sun set.
Kara eventually turned to Tamsin, "So, were you able to use the knife to figure things out with His daughter?"
Tamsin hesitated in her response. "No, I haven't used it yet."
"Why not? It's a perfect tool to figure out someone's true intentions. You could be doing all of this for someone who doesn't deserve it."
"Trust me, she deserves it," Tamsin said trying to hide the blush she could feel rising up her neck.
Kara gave her a questioning look then realization came over her face. "Wait a second; this daughter isn't just a friend is she?" Kara said, a smile forming. "Oh my
goodness, I didn't think I'd live to see the day you went all soft for someone. Even with Mikhail you were..."
"I don't want to talk about him," Tamsin said cutting her off.
"Right, I'm sorry. That was stupid to mention to him," Kara said putting her hand on Tamsin's arm. "But I am happy for you. It is every Valkyrie's dream to find a worthy warrior that wasn't chosen for her. Are you going to be her shield maiden?"
"I ….." Tamsin cut herself off when she saw Dyson's car pulling up.
He stopped beside Tamsin's truck. She was surprised to see Hale exiting the truck with him. Dyson grinned at her confused expression.
"What? I thought three was better than two, and if there some sort of weight limits for this thing its fine. He's a little guy," Dyson said with a smirk. Hale socked him in the arm and walked up to Kara.
"Nice to meet you, I'm Hale," he said shaking her hand.
"I'm Kara. Hale? What an intriguing name, you know one of its meanings is to compel. I take it you have some powers of persuasion?"
"Yeah, I think there are plenty of ladies who would agree with you on that," Hale said with a grin.
"Really?" Tamsin said folding her arms.
"What, I was just answering a question. And those ladies I mention were way before Kenzi, way before," Hale said gesturing behind himself with his hands.
Dyson pushed him out of the way," Hi, I'm Dyson. Does my name mean anything of interest?" he said kissing Kara's hand.
Kara eyed him and smirked," No, although as I understand it there is a very popular brand of vacuum cleaners with that same name."
Hale and Tamsin both attempted to hide their laughter as Dyson pulled back, a perplexed look on his face.
"Alright, so everyone's here. You two, I have something that you're going to need to take before we leave," Kara said pulling out what looked like two mushrooms.
"Isn't this an enoki mushroom?" Dyson said taking one and turning it over in his hand.
He noticed Tamsin and Hale looking at him questioningly.
"What, just because I'm a wolf doesn't mean I don't know stuff. These are usually used in salads or sandwiches right?" Dyson said looking up at Kara.
"You are correct. But these are from Valhalla so their properties are quite different. You two will eat these and they will make it appear as if you have died. All vital signs will cease to function."
"Say what now?" Hale remarked.
"In order for any man to be transported to Valhalla he must be either a dead warrior, a God or extended a special invitation by someone who resides there. Unfortunately we couldn't make you deities and no one can know you are going so there goes the invite, this is the next best thing," Tamsin said smiling.
"Really? So you're basically going to kill us. May I ask how we will be revived?" Dyson said a skeptical look on his face.
"With this," Kara said lifting a dark brown vial. "It contains liquid from what you would know as a morel mushroom. Has the opposite effect and will bring you back to life."
"Okay, are you sure this isn't some elaborate plot to kill you so there is less competition for Bo?" Hale said eyeing Tamsin.
"Oh come on guys, don't be such wusses. What's a little death and resurrection to two big strong men such as yourselves," Tamsin said going in between the two and putting her arms around them.
"You so owe me bro," Hale said as he ate the mushroom. Dyson followed suit and within seconds of each other the two men fell to the ground.
"Aww, look at them all passed out. Reminds me of an after work bender we had together some months ago," Tamsin said bending down to situate
their bodies.
"I'm happy for you my friend," Kara said to Tamsin as she got back
up.
"Happy about what?"
"About you finding a new family. I can tell by your rapport that you are close to these men and I am sure a few others. It brings my heart joy to know you are no longer alone," Kara said as she wrapped Tamsin in a hug.
"Me too," Tamsin said hugging her.
"Okay, are you ready?" Kara said stepping back as she took Tamsin's hands into hers.
"Ready as I'll ever be," Tamsin said closing her eyes.