Chapter Six:
Vex woke up with a very irritating twinging pain in his neck. He couldn't remember where he was and could not see much since it was dark. Trying to take in his surroundings while not moving his head too much he realised he felt carpet under him, and some type of big leather thing was on one side of his body.
Slowly his brain told him it must be a couch. Squinting to the side he saw his big screen TV and gaming equipment.
A little relieved that he was at home he started to piece together what happened the night before.
He had not gotten very far before he felt a hand gently grab at his shirt and heard a little groan follow the action. Raising his head he saw Kenzi's pale face and raven black hair curled up against his chest sleeping.
Letting his head fall back with a thump he considered his options.
It was really uncomfortable on the floor but very comfortable having Kenzi lying on top of him.
He did not feel cold but Kenzi probably did since she did not have something warm draped over her like he did.
Plus he was a fey so his body temperature pretty much stayed even no matter the weather.
She seemed to be in a restless sleep and would probably appreciate waking up in a bed and not on the floor which would gain him some major points.
On the other hand if she did wake up she might want to leave.
Sighing he hated this new conflicted side to himself. Finally he made up his mind and got up slowly being careful to keep her head against his chest as he slipped his hand underneath her legs to pick her up bridal style.
She was very light so Vex had no trouble carrying her up the long staircase to his room.
Once inside he pulled back the covers so he could lie her down gently. Looking her over he decided he really did not want to risk losing his precious family jewels in the morning so decided she would probably sleep ok in that dress.
However her boots most definitely had to go. Being as quick and gentle as he could, he pulled off one and then the other boot. She sighed in her sleep that almost sounded annoyed which made Vex smile.
"Alright love nearly done" he whispered. Once he had that done he stood beside the bed feeling indecisive again.
"I'm trying to be good love but I'm not a freakin' saint" he finally said sounding exasperated before he took off his own footwear and his trousers.
She seemed to like his shirts so he kept that on but opened the buttons so he'd feel more comfortable.
Pulling the blankets up he was about to doze off when he felt her cuddling up close to him in her sleep and again curling her hand in his shirt.
Freezing, he waited to see if she was waking up. He started to count her breaths but they just got deeper until finally he felt safe breathing again himself.
Slowly he moved his arm around her ignoring the fact that he, the Dark's best and most dangerous assassin most certainly did not cuddle and felt himself drift off again.
Besides it's not like anyone was around to see and it did not mean anything he reasoned.
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Vex felt himself waking up after one of the best drunken night sleeps he had had since he could remember, night terror free and all.
In fact it was so good he just wanted to keep his arms wrapped around the warm bundle of curves that was pressed up against his front and go back to sleep but a ringing noise would not allow it.
"For the love of God" he seethed raising his head to try and locate the abomination of sound.
Spying a light coming from his trouser pocket he cursed the invention of mobile phones as he rose slowly to go and retrieve it.
Seeing the calling ID he mentally heaved before answering with a flourish of "Well if it isn't the most virtuous Succubus calling me at this ungodly hour, what in heavens did I do to deserve this treat?"
"Cut the bull Vex where is Kenzi? I know she was last seen with you last night at your club so out with it! Or else I will come over there and rip you limp limb from limb!" said Bo in a dangerous voice.
"Ouch! I'm quivering in my fabulous leather high heel tips. Don't get your knickers in a twist she's with me. She slept over after drinking me under the table and will return to you once she wakes. Happy? Now if you don't mind I don't want to continue talking to you so Cheerio oh" he finished hanging up before she could say anything else.
Turning around he saw that Kenzi was sitting up in bed rubbing her temples.
"Was that Bo?" she asked.
"Yeah just checking to make sure I haven't done anything untoward to her precious little human" he said trying not to feel too disappointed that since she was awake there was no chance of him crawling back into bed next to her.
"Don't pout Vexie she's just worried about me. Oh but dude this bed is seriously incredible" she yawned as she lay back down on the soft black sheets and pillows.
"In fact it's the perfect place to lie down and die! My head is pounding harder than a sailor on shore leave. . I need aspirin. Actually that and waffles. Lots and lots of waffles" she sighed going back to rub her temples with a moan.
"See human what happens when you play with the big boys?" said Vex as he lay down on his side looking down at her.
"Whatever I won and you know it" she groaned keeping her eyes shut to stop the world from spinning.
"I'll be right back" he chuckled ignoring her statement.
Kenzi had pulled the blankets back over her head by the time he returned.
Jumping back onto the bed he laughed when he heard a little squeal of annoyance coming from underneath.
"Salvation awaits love I have your cure right here" he cheered opening a small vial of black liquid.
Peeking her head from underneath Kenzi caught sight of it and groaned again.
"No way, I played with fey potions before and it did not turn out well thank you very much" she said ducking back under the covers but raising her gloved hand up where Vex knew underneath there was a bandage that hid the growing mysterious mark.
"Trust me love this won't hurt" he said yanking back the covers.
"No way" she said crossing her arms in defiance.
"Look it's the best hangover cure you'll ever have and I'm giving it to you free of charge. So you can either drink it or join me in bouncing on the bed" he said with an evil smile enjoying the fact that as a fey his hangover was not as bad.
Plus he had already taken a sip from the vial to take care of any lingering effects just in case.
"No no ok fine" she sighed grabbing the vial.
She held her nose and mumbled "Gross gross" the whole time until she finally chugged the potion in one gulp.
As she swallowed Vex watched as her eyes went from squinting in disgust to wide with surprise.
Those amazing blue pools of light looked at him for one moment like he was some kind of god before she jumped up on her knees to hug him.
"This stuff is crazy awesome! Where in the fey did you get this?" she asked pulling back.
"Classified love. But I bet that sailors been put to bed right?" he asked winking at her.
"Ah the silence it's so nice. Ick though I still feel crummy drunk.
I'm going to see what else your mansion has to offer in the way of bathing facilities" she said eyeing the door leading into the giant waterfall shower she had seen yesterday on her tour.
Vex still had his arms slung loosely around her waist and was reluctant to let go but the idea of her wet and naked? Now that he could get behind.
She jumped off the bed and started to pad over to the bathroom in a hurry.
"Hey love need me to wash your back for you? After all you are my guest so…" before he could finish she had shut the door with a laugh.
"Nice try Vexter. Use your ticks while I'm in here and I'll reacquaint you with Geraldine again" she called.
Not wanting to see that sword anywhere near his privates again he huffed and went to find breakfast.
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Kenzi could not believe how much a person could love a shower but that's what she felt for Vex's shower right now. Not only was the stall huge but the power pressure was something her and Bobo's house couldn't manage on the best of days.
Kenzi was also trying to get her head around how comfortable and weirdly safe she felt with Vex. After all she had passed out only to find herself awaking in his incredible bed without any harm being done and after having a great night's sleep.
She had still been clothed although her boots had sweetly been taken off sometime during the night. Normally Kenzi would never have allowed herself to be caught dead passing out in someone's house because ten to one you would find yourself well dead in the morning.
But her instincts were giving her the all clear with Vex. Which was beyond crazy she groaned.
Once she got out she wrapped a fluffy (black off course) towel around herself and started to dry her hair with one of the many hairdryers that Vex kept on hand. Not to mention straighteners, curling irons and god knows what else.
Once that was down she realised she needed clothes. The idea of putting her dress on from last night when she was feeling all clean and fresh from both the shower and Vex's magical potion just did not seem appealing.
Walking out to the bedroom she considered her options. Suddenly she remembered the giant walk in closet with its billions of outfits and accessories.
She helped herself to skin tight skinny jeans that were totally her style but had trouble finding a top.
There were tons of corsets sure and men's shirts but no feminine tops. Finding a white shirt that felt incredibly soft she grabbed one of the purple corsets to wear over it so it wouldn't look so loose on her.
Walking out of the closet she banged straight into Vex.
He grabbed her before she fell over and dropped her clothes.
"Pinching from me again love?" he asked laughing at her haul.
"Well I figured it's not like you'd notice" she said waving to the Narnia like closet behind her.
She was actually trying very hard not to blush. She was standing very close to Vex, with his arms around her and wearing nothing but a towel.
Vex noticed to because his eyes were running up and down her body and he definitely liked what he saw.
"You're right I don't mind. After all we cannot have you running around in only a towel can we?" he asked his voice a little huskier than usual.
He ran his hand from the top of the towel where Kenzi was clutching it closed, down her waist, down her thigh to where it ended above her knee and back up.
Kenzi felt like she was on fire everywhere his hand had travelled. She could not break his stare for the life her.
He moved his hand to her neck where he caressed her gently before moving down to where the towel just covered her chest. He ran his hand over along it before running it down to her stomach and back up making her gasp at the heat she felt.
His other hand on her lower back pressed her closer as he leaned forward almost like he was hypnotized.
Before she could stop herself she breathed his name and then his mouth was on hers.
He groaned into the kiss as she wrapped her arms around his neck.
Suddenly he ran his hands from her waist down to her thighs so he could pick her up and carry her to the bed.
As she lay in the middle of the sheets he looked at her with something between hunger and desperation and it made Kenzi's feel like she was going to go crazy if he didn't touch her soon.
"Vex" she moaned which seemed to snap him out of it and he crawled over her so he could lean down to kiss her again.
She ran her hands up and down his back taking note he still had his shirt on but it was opened at the front. All she could think about then was feeling his skin against her own.
"Vex" she moaned clawing her nails down his back as he started to kiss down her neck.
He grabbed her hands with a smirk and pinned them above her head where she squirmed to be released.
"You can play in a minute sweetheart but I've been waiting too long" he breathed in her ear as his knee moved between her legs to rub at her core.
She cried out as pleasure assaulted her making her squirm even more.
One of his hands moved to grab both her wrists in his so his other hand could move down to open the towel.
He did it slowly like he couldn't believe it was actually happening.
Kenzi blushed not sure if she was ready for him to see her in nothing but her birthday suit but his leg moving against her was making it hard to concentrate.
Then all of a sudden they heard a loud banging on the front door downstairs. It was completely incessant, knocking without stopping which made Kenzi realise someone had probably been trying to get in for a while but she hadn't heard them.
"Oh bloody hell" said Vex annoyed as he rested is head against her neck making her squirm anew.
She was all for continuing until she remembered her protective succubus and wolf family and how they wouldn't mind an excuse to go at it with Vex.
"We need to get that!" she said jumping up and running to grab her clothes.
"Wait, what now?" asked Vex startled that she wasn't under him anymore.
"Yes now! It could be important!" she said hurrying into the bathroom.
"Fine love I'll go check but that doesn't mean you can't stay in the bed!" he said exasperated as the door closed in his face for the second time that morning.
"Oh no I can't!" said Kenzi.
Taking a second to try and regain control of himself and thinking some very unsexy thoughts Vex got up knowing the moment was gone.
Vex let out a stream of curses before he went to answer the now thunderous punches at the door hoping it was someone wanting to fight because he was in the mood to kick ass.