Chapter 46

It was early the next morning when Jane was roused from her sleep. She had been dreaming about something odd but the moment she opened her eyes Jane completely forgot what it was. Bo had dressed already and he peered down at her with an amused expression.

"Hey, sleepy head."

"Hey," Jane replied quietly.

Bo moved away from the bed as Jane sat up with a small groan. She felt incredibly tired for some reason but she didn't know why. It took her a few minutes to really wake up and by the time she joined everyone in the dining hall for breakfast the food had already arrived.

"Are you okay, Jane?" Lynne inquired from across the table.

"Yeah," Jane yawned. "I'm just tired."

"Okay. Let me know if you need a potion."

"Mm... Okay."

The group was mostly silent as they consumed hot bowls of porridge. The Orcs finished first and decided to head to the shops to see what supplies they could replenish. It would be an even longer trip up to Solitude and the fewer times they needed to stop to re-supply the better. Bo didn't want to pass through Morthal, and so they decided to travel North-West and ride through Dragonbridge.

When Jane was ready she joined the rest of her party outside near the stables. Bo smiled when she approached and she returned it before yawning again. Bo frowned slightly but then he quickly grabbed Jane's hand.

"Hey, Jane?"

"Yes, Bo?"

"Do you want your own horse?"

Jane stared up at the Orc with a quizzical expression. She'd been traveling for months without her own horse. She wondered if he had grown tired of her riding with him.

"Do you want me to have my own horse?"

"No, of course not Jane. I just thought I'd offer you one."

Bo hastily leaned down and kissed Jane's cheek. He was confused by her response but he didn't want to start an argument.

"I just asked because somebody offered to sell me a nice mare for a good price."

"Well, if the price is right..."

Jane shrugged, feeling indifferent. She watched as Bo opened his mouth to say something and then he quickly shut it again. He nervously rubbed his neck and glanced over at Naz, who was standing by his own horse with a weird look on his face.

"Yeah, I guess I should have my own horse."

Bo nodded and he silently walked back to where the merchant was waiting for his answer. A few minutes passed and he returned with a pretty Roan Mare. She nickered softly and bobbed her head with a snort as Jane approached her. A small smile spread across her face as she rubbed the horse's silky nose.

"We almost ready?" Naz grunted.

"Almost."

Jane's packs were strapped to the back of her saddle. Then she stuck her foot in the stirrup and pulled herself up on-top of her new horse. She shuffled her butt until she was comfortable and when Bo was certain she was alright he mounted his steed as well. A part of him missed Jane riding with him but he still thought giving Jane her own horse was a good idea.

"Alright, let's go."

The group began to trot down the road away from Riverwood. They would stay on this road for almost the entire trip and their next stop wouldn't be for a few weeks when they reached Rorikstead.

Jane rode a couple paces behind Bo with Lynne and Naz bringing up the rear. The weather was mild this morning but as they traveled further throughout the day the wind began to pick up and big storm clouds brewed in the distance.

They decided to stop around mid-day to rest the horses and have something to eat. Jane dismounted from her horse and she stretched her legs for a moment before walking her horse down to a nearby stream. She stifled a yawn as she walked and rubbed her cheek while she watched the horse drink.

"Hey," Lynne greeted softly. "How are you feeling?"

"I'm feeling fine, Lynne," Jane responded with a small sigh. "Is it so hard to believe that I can't be in a good mood all of the time?"

"I'm well aware," Lynne replied smoothly. "But Bo doesn't understand it."

"What do you mean?"

"He hasn't said anything but it's obvious that he thinks you're mad at him."

Jane frowned as she mulled over what Lynne was saying.

"I'm just tired... I told him that."

"I know but... You weren't exactly thrilled about getting a new horse. He was so excited to give it to you."

"Is that what he's upset about? I did thank him."

Lynne shrugged. She wasn't really an expert with other women's mood swings but she understood that everybody had off days.

"I don't want to speculate. I just know that he's feeling like he did something wrong."

"Well he didn't," Jane shot back quickly. "I don't have a reason for why I'm like this. I guess I just slept wrong."

"It's fine, Jane. I just thought you should know..."

Jane guided her horse back up the bank to where Bo and Naz were sitting against a fallen log. Lynne followed close behind and took a seat beside Naz. They exchanged a silent gaze and Naz handed her a bright green apple and a waterskin. Jane retrieved her own food from a pack on her saddle and then took a seat next to Bo. The Orc was quiet as he munched on an apple but he sent Jane a small glance.

When they were finished lunch, Jane got back up on the mare and waited patiently for everyone to follow suit. They continued riding down the main road until almost sunset. The further they traveled the darker the sky grew until it was almost too dark to see. The wind whipped harshly around their faces and thunder began to roll across the sky.

Fat rain droplets began to fall on their heads just as they finished making camp in a secluded spot beneath tall fire trees a few feet off the road. Jane quickly finished unbuckling her pack from the saddle and began to walk her horse under the canopy along with the others.

Suddenly lightning cracked into the tree far above their heads and it sent a shower of sparks on top of the horses. Jane cried out as the reins were suddenly whipped from her hands and she was forced to throw herself away from the mare as she screamed and reared up on her hind legs. Jane tumbled to the ground and the wind was knocked out from her. There was a flurry of movement and she scrambled to her feet just as her horse began to take off.

"Wait!" Jane shouted, and she struggled to go after it.

Her boots slipped on the rain-slicked ground and she fell down to her knees. Jane tried to snatch the reins as the horse swung her head around and began galloping down the road back towards Riverwood.

It was too dark to really see and Jane sucked in a deep breath as she tried to slow her racing heart. Her hand burned from the rope being ripped from her grip but she quickly cast a healing spell and it faded away to a dull tingle. Bo appeared from their tent a moment later and shouted for Jane but his voice was drowned out by the wind. Lightning cracked through the sky, briefly illuminating the area and he could see a figure kneeling on the ground near the frightened horses.

"Jane!"

Bo ran forward and he nearly slipped as he got closer. He reached out and grasped her arm and Jane looked up at him. She blinked against the sheet of rain that pummeled down on her. She was completely soaked and covered in mud. She clutched her pack to her chest with one arm while Bo hauled the girl to her feet and half dragged her to their tent.

Jane threw herself down on the ground with a loud sob and wiped wet strands of her hair from her face.

"W-What happened?" Bo spluttered as he also wiped his face.

"My horse is gone."

She wasn't upset about the horse. Jane was more upset that she was freezing cold, soaked all the way through her armor and covered in mud. Bo quickly knelt down beside Jane as she began to cry. Her shoulders shook and she covered her face with both hands as she sobbed.

"It's okay, Jane," Bo murmured softly. "I'll get you another horse."

"I-I don't care about the horse," Jane gasped angrily.

Bo frowned and gently rubbed Jane's back. He had been confused by Jane all day and he finally couldn't stay quiet anymore.

"What is it then? Please talk to me," He asked quietly. "Have I... done something to upset you?"

Jane let out a shaky breath and wiped at her eyes with a small hiccup.

"No, you didn't upset me, Bo. I'm just having a b-bad day."

Jane turned around so she was facing Bo and he pulled her into his lap and sat down. Jane wrapped her arms around his torso and continued to cry for a little while longer.

"I'm sorry I lost my horse," Jane whispered. "She got scared by the lightning and ran off."

"It's alright, really. I'm more worried about you."

"I-I'm fine... I mean..." Jane sighed. "I'll be fine. Sometimes I just get grumpy, it isn't anything you did or didn't do."

"Okay," Bo murmured, and he stroked Jane's wet hair. "I think I understand."

"You don't always have good days too, right?"

Jane pulled away from Bo's chest and peered up at him with a sad expression. Bo reached up and brushed his fingers along her cheek. He nodded.

"Yes."

"Same with me. I was just tired and then the rain and the horse didn't help..."

Bo leaned down and planted a kiss on Jane's forehead. Her small smile encouraged him and he began to strip Jane's wet armor off. She let out a loud sigh as he retrieved a towel and dried her hair as best he could. He used water from their waterskin to wash the mud from her pale skin and when she was clean he wrapped Jane up in a warm blanket and laid her down on the bedroll.

"I'm sorry I was grumpy today."

Jane felt terrible for her behavior. She didn't know why she was so miserable but she regretted that she treated Bo so coldly. Bo was just relieved to see that Jane was beginning to act like herself again and he quickly covered her face with kisses until she began to giggle.

"I love you, Jane. You put up with all of my mood swings, it only makes sense for me to do the same."

"I love you too, Bo," Jane smiled. "You're very understanding."

Bo grinned at the compliment. He planted one more kiss on Jane's lips and then busied himself with removing his own armor. Once he was naked he slipped under the blanket and pulled Jane towards her. She shuffled closer, wrapping her arms around his warm body with a content sigh. They quietly talked for a little while as the sounds of the storm raged on around them. Jane was impressed by the durability of their tent as it remained rooted to the ground. Eventually, the storm grew quieter throughout the night as it moved on and Jane finally found herself able to sleep.

Several days passed in good spirits. The storm continued east and so the group was met with warm weather as they continued traveling through the forest. A huge mountain lay to their right and at some point, Bo told Jane that there were a series of beautiful waterfalls nearby.

"Really?

Jane perked up at the chance to wash. She was feeling rather gross and if they could find a small enough waterfall she would brave the cold water and have a shower.

"Yeah. I don't think they're too far away, actually."

"Why don't we go see?"

Bo chuckled, and he kissed Jane's shoulder with a smile.

"Do you want to?"

"I do," Jane responded enthusiastically.

"Alright then."

Bo slowed his horse down and a moment later Naz and Lynne appeared on either side. Their big black horses whinnied softly and stamped their feet. One of them leaned closer and nuzzled the brown stallion's cheek.

"I know there's a waterfall nearby. I think it would be okay to see if we can find it and we can all wash up."

"Sounds great, "Lynne responded with a smile. "Lead the way, Bo."

Bo clicked his tongue and urged his horse off the beaten path into a denser area of the forest. He expertly weaved around thick pine trees with ease and Jane was content to just enjoy the view. Small animals dashed and hid within the thick brush and several birds chirped and cooed to one another in the foliage high above their heads. Sunlight peeked through the canopy of the trees, illuminating the forest floor in bright gold hues as their horses passed over it. It was breath-taking on its own but as soon as they reached a waterfall Jane was completely blown away.

She heard the waterfall before she saw it. Bo guided his horse out onto a small rocky cliff and Jane gawked at the stunning sight. A beautiful waterfall stood before them in a small valley tucked away from the public eye. Its bright clear water glittered in the sunlight as it cascaded down and a rainbow was created in the mist that it gave off as it crashed down into a small pool below.

"Do you like it?" Bo asked lightly.

Jane swiveled back in the saddle to stare up at Bo with widened eyes.

"Like it? Bo... it's incredible."

Bo leaned in and kissed Jane's cheek before getting down. Jane followed a second later. Naz and Lynne dismounted from their horses as well and they slowly walked down to the crystal-clear pools down below. Wonderfully cool mist floated across her bare skin and Jane shivered with a smile plastered on her face.

She shuffled closer to the edge of the pool and peered down. Jane could see all the way to the bottom and it wasn't too deep. She knelt down and dipped her hand into the cool liquid. It was warmer than she had been expecting and she turned back to Bo with a grin.

"Is it cold?"

"Nope. It's not bad at all."

"Hey," Lynne called from the other side of the pool.

The Nord had wandered over there because something had caught her eye and Naz had joined her.

"I found some plants over here I'm going to harvest. You guys wash up first, okay?"

"Okay," Jane called back.

She turned to Bo with a cheeky grin and he returned it. He grabbed her hand and slung a pack over his shoulder. They began to climb up the rocky cliff, following the pool, to where a small secluded cave was hidden behind the waterfall. When they reached it, Bo placed the pack down and the couple began undressing. Jane sent Bo small glances his way as she removed her armor and Bo was greatly aroused by the expression on her face. He smiled when she drew closer and he placed his hands on her bare waist. Jane reached up and wrapped her arms around his neck, pulling him into a deep kiss. When they pulled apart she brushed her fingertips along his growing member. Then she strolled over to the sheet of water and walked through it to the other side.

Bo followed and they both dipped their legs in the pool. Jane slid in first and her head disappeared under the warm rippling water for a moment. When she resurfaced Bo had also slipped into the pool and she quickly swam over to him.

Bo greatly enjoyed himself. The young couple spent a while just relaxing in the pool and even had a little splashing session with each other. Then Jane scrubbed Bo's hair and he did the same for her. They climbed back up to the waterfall to rinse off and then Bo quickly pulled Jane back towards a smooth rock shelf. Jane was pressed against the cool wet stone as Bo eagerly kissed her. His hands roamed down her waist and he squeezed her thigh. Jane wrapped her arms around Bo's thick neck and kissed him back. She slid her calf up his thigh and a smile spread across her lips when the Orc growled softly.

"I feel like we've taken a long time to wash," Bo mumbled against her lips. "But I don't care. I need you, Jane."

A shiver ran up Jane's spine as Bo kissed her deeply. His thick hands clutched at her waist and she could feel his erection throbbing hard against her stomach.

"I need you too, Bo," Jane murmured breathlessly. "Please fuck me."

Bo abruptly pulled back and he stared down at Jane with wide eyes. His entire face was bright red and he stared at her with an incredulous expression.

"J-Jane," Bo gasped.

"What?" Jane responded lightly. "Lovemaking doesn't always have to be sweet and soft."

Jane could see that Bo was struggling to comprehend and so she tried to break it down for him. She ran the palm of her hand along his wet chest and he peered down at her.

"Like right now," Jane continued, her voice low. "I want you to take me right now against the rocks. I'm aching for you, Bo."

The Orc tried to stammer a response but Jane quickly overpowered him with kisses. Bo moaned against her lips and his chest heaved as he began to enter her. Jane wrapped her arms around his neck again and then she also clenched her legs around his waist, urging him deeper.

"Jane," Bo growled, his eyes squeezed shut.

He grabbed Jane's waist and began thrusting with a sense of desperation. Jane loudly moaned his name, her voice echoing around the cave as it bounced off the smooth rocks. She clutched him tightly, her nails digging into his rich green skin. It completely blew him away and Bo snarled as he fucked Jane roughly behind the privacy of the waterfall.

"Lift my leg up," Jane mumbled. "F-Fuck me harder Bo, please."

Her words made Bo's head spin but he hastily complied and lifted one of Jane's creamy pale legs up so he could thrust even deeper. He rolled his hips, nearly delirious from the pleasure and his tusks grazed along the inside of her thigh. Bo opened his eyes briefly to find Jane with one arm flung over her eyes and he watched in amazement as her soft round breasts bounced with each thrust. She mumbled something incoherent and then her back arched as she began to climax.

"Bo!" Jane cried out.

Bo gasped and thrust one last time as he came. He let out a ragged moan and his thighs trembled as he emptied his seed inside of Jane. It spilled out from between their writhing bodies and dripped down onto the slick grey rocks.

Suddenly there was a shout from close by. Naz's voice bellowed from somewhere beyond the waterfall. It was a terrifying roar and Jane's eyes shot open in surprise.

"It's probably bandits," Bo gasped and he quickly pulled out and scrambled over to their discarded clothes.

Bo hastily shoved on his pants and then snatched up his sword. He glanced back at Jane who was struggling to put on her clothes. Her skin was still damp and her breeches resisted. The tunic clung to her wet skin.

"Just stay here," Bo told her quickly, and he began to run towards the small path leading back down to the pool.

"I-I want to help," Jane huffed angrily.

Bo was already gone, and Jane was left standing alone wearing only a tunic. She sighed and then rifled through her pack for a towel so she could clean herself off. Her skin was tingling but it was more from the adrenaline she felt from potential enemies nearby. When she was finally dry and dressed she rushed down the rocks towards the where she thought the commotion was and she found Naz, Lynne, and Bo standing by two figures laying on the ground.

"Bandits," Naz growled, and he glanced over at Jane as she approached.

One of the bandits was a female Orc and the other was an Argonian. They wore mismatched armor and Bo found nothing of any value on them.

"Just random bandits or was it targeted?"

"Not sure," Bo shrugged, and he turned back to Jane.

"Are you two done fooling around?" Naz grunted, and he looked directly at Bo.

The Orc scowled at Naz and Lynne lightly slapped his arm.

"What? I stink."

"Let Bo finish getting dressed in peace," Lynne growled softly, and she tugged on his hand.

Bo wandered back to the waterfall with Jane close behind. They finished getting their armor back on and then went back to where their horses were waiting at the top of the ridge. They sat against a boulder and began eating a light lunch while Naz and Lynne took their turn to wash up.

Bo was still in amazement by how Jane had acted. He hadn't expected her to want something like that. Jane found Bo staring at her and after several minutes of silence, she finally turned to him.

"What is it?" She asked.

"U-Um," Bo stammered, and he blushed. "I was just... surprised... back there..."

"Surprise by what, exactly?"

"I dunno," Bo mumbled quietly. "The things you said to me..."

Jane laughed, and Bo peered at her with his brows furrowed together. After she had calmed down she patted his thigh with an affectionate smile.

"You're so sweet, Bo. But you might as well face the facts. I'm going to slowly corrupt you."

"W-What," Bo spluttered, and he also laughed. "Jane you're so... so..."

"Naughty?"

Jane placed her waterskin down and before Bo could do anything she straddled him on the rock and grabbed the collar of his armor. She grinned at him and then pressed her lips against his in a deep kiss. Her tongue prodded open his mouth and their embrace deepened. Bo felt the familiar stirring of desire even though they had just made love not even fifteen minutes ago. Jane's touch was live fire and he gasped when she kissed along his jaw and then she gently nibbled his earlobe. He shivered hard and gripped Jane's waist, forcing her back.

"Jane," Bo gasped breathlessly, his cheeks flushed.

"Don't you see, Bo?" Jane growled softly, and she reached up to cut his cheek. "I want you so much, in every way possible."

Bo bright blue eyes burned into hers as Jane continued her little speech. She loved his genuine reactions and it only made her love him more.

"I want to please you, Bo."

Jane murmured into the Orc's ear and he shivered from her words and tightly clenched her waist.

"I want you to make sweet love to me. Soft, slow, tender love, Bo. But I also want you to take me roughly as you did just then."

Jane reached up and lightly pulled on Bo's hair. The Orc gasped, and it was all too much. She could tell her point had gotten across loud and clear.

"Okay, okay," Jane murmured softly, and she kissed the tip of his nose. "I'm sorry, I won't tease you."

"No..." Bo sucked in a deep breath and he stared down at their laps for a moment. "I... I want all those things too."

"Can't you two control yourself for five minutes?"

Jane hastily retracted herself from Bo's lap and both of their cheeks were red as Naz and Lynne appeared from the bank below. They were both smiling and Jane knew Naz was just teasing. Everybody began making their way towards their horses.

"Whatever," Jane shot back with a cheeky grin. "You know our tent is next to yours every night, right?"

"We don't even make a peep."

Bo grunted when Naz loudly slapped his back.

"You're a liar and you know it," Bo growled.

Everyone laughed. They were all clean and looking refreshed. The horses were rested and ready to go and the two couples traveled for the rest of the day in good spirits. Jane noticed the way Bo lounged in his saddle. He usually rested his hands on her thighs but since their little chat, she felt an even greater sense of intimacy. Bo's thoughts were far away as they rode but his hands rubbed Jane's thighs affectionately.

I think he's realizing that there are many different levels to a relationship, Jane mused quietly, and she smiled to herself as she stared out at the road. It's endearing.

A/N: Enjoy the sexy filler, we'll be back to the main plot very soon :)