Author's Note: Here's another much needed chapter! Sorry that I haven't been able to maintain two chapters a week like I used to, but at least I'm still able to post one every week. Keep the reviews coming and I promise I'll do my best to have two for you guys next week. Enjoy your weekend!

Chapter 18

Lauren/The Morrigan

Lauren quickly left her office and made her way down the marble corridor towards the elevator. She knew she had to lie to the Morrigan, but her mind was still reeling from the tests Kate ran today. Lauren was still in shock that her body was preparing itself to carry Bo's baby. It wasn't that she didn't want to have a child; she had always wanted to be a mother and knew that she was probably in the best financial position of her life to start a family. That being said, her and Bo had just reunited days ago and obviously there was a lot to discuss and consider before bringing a child into the world.

Once at the elevator, Lauren swiped her electronic card and pressed the "penthouse" button. This elevator was strictly used to get to the Morrigan's living quarters. The only person to have an electronic key to gain access to the elevator besides the Morrigan was Lauren and Evony's ogre guardsmen. Before Lauren met Bo, visiting Evony's penthouse apartment was a weekly occurrence, but now it seemed so foreign and unsettling. Last time she talked to Evony, the conversation went terribly and Lauren was left feeling used and abandoned. She knew deep down that Evony cared about her, and the only reason she lashed out was because she had been seeing Bo behind her back. She also knew that if she didn't continue to lie to her about Bo, Evony would most likely kill her in the Trials or threaten to kill her if Lauren ever saw her again.

As the elevator approached the top floor, Lauren put on her best "professional" face and casually walked through the steel doors as they opened. Like most penthouses, Evony's was fashioned with luxurious amenities, high-end appliances, as well as the finest rugs and marble floors. Not only was her penthouse equipped with a private elevator, but it had stylish vaulted ceilings, a terrace, a huge fireplace, oversized windows, a stainless steal kitchen and a completely decked out Jacuzzi. The only thing that seemed off about this gigantic apartment was Evony's overbearing use of the color red and random antique statutes that were placed throughout the penthouse. Other than that, Lauren would have assumed that Evony was some A-List celebrity based on her lavish lifestyle.

"Lauren honey, so glad you could make it." Evony said sarcastically as she walked towards Lauren wearing nothing but a blood red bikini. "Come out onto the terrace, I was just about to tan before relaxing in the Jacuzzi."

Lauren followed her silently into the massive living room before exiting through the glass double-doors and onto the terrace. "I'm assuming you have everything ready for the Trials this evening, since its starting in less than two hours." Lauren responded, upset with how relaxed and care-free Evony seemed to be.

"Of course, Dr. Lewis." Evony replied, not bothering to look at Lauren as she laid herself down on her lavish beach chair. "The two Under Fae are locked away safely in the dungeons until we're ready to introduce them to the succubus… not that it's any of your business."

At this point, Lauren could tell that Evony was still upset with her. Since the second she walked into the apartment, Evony had treated her like any other human that was under her control. Not only that, but she clearly didn't care about the Trials or Bo's potential death, which really started to piss Lauren off.

"I see that you've decided to continue treating me like your human slave again." Lauren said, crossing her arms protectively across her chest while she glared down at the Morrigan. "If I remember correctly, you're the one who demanded I sleep with Bo."

"I told you to fuck her last night." Evony responded angrily. "I didn't tell you to fuck her the two nights before that."

"Evony…" Lauren huffed out, taking a seat between Evony's legs on the beach chair. "I don't understand what you want from me, I did as you asked last night and you're still upset with me."

"Are you in love with her?" Evony asked as she straightened herself upright on the chair.

Lauren couldn't help the shocked expression that crossed her face as she tried to think of a proper response to the insanely forward and personal question. Even though she was just getting to know Bo again, she knew that she was definitely in love with the succubus. Obviously her body knew that too since it suddenly decided to prepare itself for her baby. That being said, she didn't have a clue what Evony's intentions were, and she was terrified that if she told her the truth, she would hurt Bo.

"No…I don't love her." Lauren said flatly, hoping that her voice didn't shake too much. "Like I said before…she's just feeding off me."

"Prove it." Evony responded as she spread her legs on either side of the chair in order to pull Lauren's body closer to hers.

Lauren knew what she wanted her to do, but she was conflicted on whether or not she should actually follow through with it. Bo would be beyond upset if she told her that she kissed Evony again, but if she didn't, there was a good chance Evony would do something to her during the Trials. On top of it, Lauren's hormones were going crazy today. She wasn't sure if it was because Bo left her on the brink of an orgasm this morning, or because Bo hadn't fed from her since yesterday, but the need for release was becoming more and more unbearable. As these thoughts ran through her head, she suddenly became more aware of Evony's bikini covered body and her toned armed that were loosely wrapped around her. Unable to control her raging hormones any longer, Lauren leaned forward and pressed her lips firmly against Evony's.

Evony took no time in deepening the kiss while she removed the doctor's lab coat. After the coat was removed and tossed to the ground, Lauren couldn't help pressing Evony's body back against the beach chair so she could lie flush between her legs. The feel of Evony's body wreathing beneath her felt familiar, but completely wrong at the same time. As she moved her mouth away from Evony's and continued to make her way down her neck towards her breasts, a sharp pain shot through her stomach, forcing her to moan out in pain.

"Lauren?" Evony asked immediately, ceasing Lauren's movements so she could bring her face up to hers. "What's wrong? Are you alright?"

"I'm…I'm fine." Lauren barely gasped out; noticing the sharp ache in her stomach seemed to be moving down towards her center. "I just realized I haven't eaten all day, and with everything that's being happening lately…I think I'm just exhausted."

"Let me get you something to eat." Evony replied, concern written all over her face. "I'll get the guards to bring you some food and water while you lay here. After you're rested we can leave for the Trials together."

"No! I mean…that's ok." Lauren said while lifting herself off of Evony. "I'd really like to go back to my apartment and eat and shower before the Trials, if you don't mind."

"Are you sure you're alright?" Evony asked again. "I can escort you back to your apartment if you want me to."

"It's alright, I can manage." Lauren responded as she gave Evony a quick kiss on the lips, hoping that she shouldn't be too suspicious. "I'll meet you at the Trials."

Evony smiled softly and nodded her head in agreement. Not wanting to waste anytime, Lauren picked up her lab coat and eagerly made her way towards the elevator. Once the steel door closed behind her and the elevator began it's decent, Lauren quickly took out her cell phone and dialed Bo's number.

"What's up doc?" Kenzi answered with her best Bugs Bunny impersonation. "Bo's not happy that you blew her off this afternoon..."

"Kenzi, where's Bo? Is she still at the Dal?" Lauren asked between desperate breaths.

"Hotpants…are you ok?" Kenzi responded, noticing the doctor clearly wasn't doing well.

"I just need to see Bo now, Where is she?" Lauren repeated aggressively.

"She just left for the Trials, her and Dyson wanted to get there an hour early to prep and what not…" Kenzi responded. "She forgot her phone, so I'm headed there now too. Do you need anything?"

"Pick me up, please." Lauren mumbled. "I'm at my apartment."

"I'm on my way." Kenzi answered, realizing the urgency in her voice.

Bo/ Lauren

As soon as the beat up Jeep pulled into the dirt parking lot of the vacant factory building, Lauren got of the car and sprinted through the mangled entrance doors. The rusted corridors seemed to go on forever as Lauren frantically ran in no particular direction. Picking up her pace, she tried her best not to collapse on the floor from the building ache that was now lying directly between her legs.

"Geez Lauren, slow down!" Kenzi yelled, trailing Lauren as best she could. "Do you even know where you're going?"

Ignoring Kenzi's question, Lauren quickly turned a corner and made her way down another corridor in a desperate search for Bo. She was about to make another turn when she noticed Dyson standing against the wall at the end of the hallway.

"Dyson!" Lauren yelled as she approached him. "Where's Bo?"

"Dr. Lewis." Dyson said, surprised to see her and Kenzi. "What are you guys doing back here? The Trials are starting in a half hour…is everything alright?"

"I really need to see Bo right NOW!" Lauren yelled again, bracing herself against the wall as the ache between her legs became more of a throb.

"She's in that office getting dressed in her combat gear." Dyson answered immediately while pointing to the door directly across from them.

Lauren swiftly turned around and barreled into the room, slamming the door closed behind her.

"Lauren what are you…" Bo tried to say, but her sentence was cut off when she felt a wave of desire hit her full force in the chest, knocking her to her knees immediately. "Shit, Lauren…your aura is burning…I can't…"

"Bo I need you to feed off of me." Lauren said as she ran up and knelt in front of Bo.

"I can't it's too much…" Bo whimpered out, turning her head away from the bright rays that were radiating off of Lauren. "I'll lose control…my body is going crazy, Lauren. You need to get out of here."

"Just feed from me a little, Bo." Lauren said, grabbing Bo's face so they were inches apart. "It will go away, trust me."

Bo's blue orbs stared directly at Lauren with complete confusion and desire. She had no idea what was going on, but based on Lauren's aura and the semi-panicked expression on her face, she decided it was best to trust her even though she didn't trust herself. Grabbing Lauren's waist, Bo pushed her body up against hers as their lips connected in a searing kiss. Losing the battle of control, Bo greedily parted Lauren's lips and began taking large amounts of chi. She instantly let out a guttural moan as she tasted Lauren's familiar vanilla and honey essence. Unlike before, Lauren's chi felt ridiculous warm as it entered her body. With every pull, Bo could feel her body ignite internally as Lauren's essence attached itself to each of her nerve endings, sending Bo into a complete frenzy. She began pulling more and more as she pinned Lauren against the dirty floor beneath them. Knowing that she was on the verge of loosing herself completely, Bo forcefully pushed herself off of Lauren and collapsed on the ground next to her.

"Are you ok?" Lauren panted.

"That's a loaded question…" Bo grumbled out as she turned onto her back, still unable to control her breathing. "What the hell was that?"

"I'll explain after the Trials, but I feel a lot better now..." Lauren replied, still frozen in her position. "How are you feeling? Has my aura gone down?"

"It's still burning red, but it's not blinding me or my senses anymore." Bo answered while she turned her head to face Lauren. "I've never experienced anything like that before. I feel extremely full, but my need has increased…like I want to do it again."

"Ok, well at least you're full and I'm feeling better for now…so that's good" Lauren replied.

"It's not good Lauren!" Bo yelled, finally sitting herself upright. "Every day you burn hotter and hotter for me, it's making it impossible for me to be around you without ripping your clothes off!"

"It does? I mean…I do?" Lauren asked as she sat up. "Why didn't you tell me?"

"I didn't want you to think I wasn't in control and that I would hurt you." Bo confessed. "Plus, it didn't start getting unbearable until last night. Your body is literally dripping sex Lauren…like it's begging me to take you…"

"I'm also having a…difficult time." Lauren replied shyly. "My desire has been building since you left me this morning. While I was at the lab it started to become uncomfortable and even somewhat painful…"

"How did you know that feeding from you would fix it?" Bo asked quizzically.

Right as Lauren was about to respond, a sharp knock echoed from the door. "Bo, the Trials are starting in fifteen minutes. The Morrigan is wondering where Lauren is." Dyson yelled from hallway.

"I need to go Bo, if Evony finds out I was with you before the Trials she'll kill you." Lauren said while planting a kiss on Bo's forehead. "I'll explain everything after the Trials, I promise."

As Lauren pulled away from her in order to stand up, Bo quickly grabbed her hand and pulled the doctor down onto her lap. "Lauren… I umm… I just wanted you to know that I…"

"I know Bo…" Lauren whispered as she leaned in to give Bo a tender kiss on the lips. "I love you too."

The Trials (Part I)

Bo walked semi-consciously down the corridor towards the large room where the Trials were being held. She was only half paying attention to the tips and reminders Dyson was giving her, most of her mind seemed to be occupied on the potent chi Lauren gave her and how her mate confessed that she loved her too. Bo couldn't remember I time in her life that she felt so complete in her entire life.

"Bo!" Dyson yelled, knocking Bo out of her current daydream. "We're here, have you been listening to anything I've been saying to you?"

"Sorry, I guess I'm a little nervous…" Bo responded, taking a deep breath as she removed her sword from her holster. "I just walk through those doors and it starts?"

"Yes." Dyson confirmed. "The Morrigan and the Dark Fae Elders are up above on the balcony in order to observe you. Once you enter the room the Trials begin. I just want to let you know that Lauren is standing next to the Morrigan on the balcony. I'm not saying this to throw you off; I'm letting you know so it won't come as a shock when you see her. You need to focus on the Under Fae, not Lauren, the Morrigan or anyone else."

"Ok..." Bo replied confused. She didn't understand why Lauren would be standing with the Morrigan and the Dar Fae Elders, but she chose to put it in the back of her mind for now. "Thank you for everything, Dyson. You have always been here for me…I could never thank you enough."

"I'll always be here for you." Dyson smiled at her. "Now go in there and kick some ass, you can thank me after when you're buying me a beer."

Bo gave him a cocky grin as she turned her head and observed the steel doors that were standing between her and her potential death. Tightening her grip on her sword, she took one last deep breath before stepping forward and opening the door…