Practically the same as before, just a tad tweaked. I changed some wording here and there. Just moved back a chapter. If you haven't read the new chapter, "The Student", I encourage you to do so. It paces things a little better. Sorry for the confusion. Enjoy!
Her footsteps echoed through the hall and CLU smiled, closing his eyes. He'd been waiting for her since the match had ended. ZOE entered his chamber quietly, striding forward into the bright room. She walked right up to the glass, looking over the arena as if she did this everyday. Her helmet was still folded over her face, masking any breath or expressions. CLU just admired her, thinking of words to say. He closed the door with a small flick of his wrist from where he stood near the frame. She hadn't noticed him there, his helmet shielding his head. Standing directly behind ZOE, he took long, quiet steps toward her and she didn't react, gazing through the glass.
TRON stood with the rest of the programs in the arena, speaking with them and coaching. His expression was serious and his movements were shallow and halfhearted. He looked up suddenly, as if sensing ZOE's stare, and he darted his eyes away, knotting his brow.
"He's angry." She spoke out loud, her voice digitally gargled. CLU halted behind her within arms reach.
"You were incredible." He purred deeply, clasping his hands behind his back. ZOE's body rose and fell slowly.
"I was prideful." She answered, her voice lowering.
"You were powerful." He retorted, recalling her movements with a rapid pulse. ZOE intoxicated him with her skill and dangerous precision.
"He was disappointed." Even through her helmet, CLU heard her sadness. She'd been hurt by her teacher's lack of approval. CLU frowned. TRON was a fool.
"TRON is weak." CLU boomed, reaching forward and stroking her arm with an index finger. "You have surpassed him. You don't need him." He cooed, removing his touch. ZOE stood up straighter, placing an open palm on the glass.
"He is my teacher." She said softly, her voice monotone through her helmet.
"You are no student." He replied. "You are a warrior." ZOE didn't speak, gazing out the window at TRON. He moved his students out of the arena, refusing to look up at her. CLU felt his body surging with need, his mind wandering. He wanted to touch her, stroke her, and praise her in everyway possible.
"Warriors are rewarded." He growled, his arousal heating his circuits. "Does TRON reward you?" He asked, stepping closer. ZOE didn't turn to face him.
"No." She answered bluntly. CLU's voice rumbled in his chest.
"Does TRON reward his finest student?" He teased. He was so close he could feel her body heat on his stomach and it excited him further. CLU reached out with a gloved palm and looped it under her left arm, reaching across her stomach. She sank into his embrace, settling her shoulders into his chest.
"No." She murmured, still gazing out the window. TRON remained in the entrance of the arena, speaking to Jarvis. Where is your prize now, TRON? CLU thought. The program looked up at the window and CLU retracted his helmet, grinning from ear to ear.
"Do you want to be?" He purred into her neck. TRON stared, anger flushing his face as he watched CLU intimately cradle ZOE. She was silent for a moment, gazing out the window at TRON. Then she laid her head back on CLU's shoulder.
"Yes." She whispered. CLU grinned down at TRON. I win. He reached out with one hand and touched the glass. It reacted to the silent command and glazed, blocking the room from view. CLU turned his head and kissed ZOE's neck, pressing her against his body with his hand. She met his hard crotch and he groaned, lowering his hand down her abdomen. ZOE arched against him as he pressed between her legs. Her helmet disappeared and CLU saw her face was red.
"CLU." She whispered, reaching up and circling his head with her left arm. He happily met her mouth, hungrily slipping a tongue into her opened lips. She moaned and rubbed against his erection. CLU panted, returning the gesture with his fingers between her thighs. ZOE opened further, fisting his hair as she purred into his mouth. He ground into her, his need growing to new heights. CLU had only felt this sensation a couple of times since his creation but this was different, clouding his senses and sharpening them at the same time.
He'd wanted to do things, these things, to ZOE for many cycles. Their first encounter had left him breathless and their last made him ache. Her He deactivated her suit, running a finger under the material around her neck and dragging it down her spine. The black fabric dissolved into tiny pixels, evaporating from existence before they hit the floor. She shivered at the exposure, her body hot with arousal. ZOE rubbed against him and he gripped her under the left knee, raising it to her waist. Then he circled his other arm around her abdomen and entered her with a gloved finger.
"CLU." She moaned, spreading for him as plunged inside of her hot opening. CLU was crazy with arousal, grinding his erection into her butt and penetrating her with his hand. He pulled her knee further from her body and slipped a second finger into her slick folds. ZOE jerked against him moaning loudly in his arms.
"Do you like that?" CLU growled, nibbling her jaw. ZOE squirmed against him, panting.
"Oh yes." She whined. Her hands ran through his hair, grasping at him. He stroked inside her until she started to shake then he took his fingers away. ZOE took deep breaths, leaning against him for support. CLU used his free hand to deactivate his own suit, running his finger down his side. His cock broke from the material and CLU groaned. ZOE rocked her hips against his, gripping his sides with her hands. He grabbed her other knee, lifting her from the ground and walking backwards to the observation couch. ZOE was light in his arms and he pictured her flipping easily through the game cells. He sat on the soft cushions and positioned her over him. Her back stuck to his chest, their bodies damp with perspiration. With her legs on either side of his, CLU lowered her and she guided him inside.
"CLU" She hissed, the friction driving them both wild with ecstasy. She was wet and hot, surrounding him like a glove. CLU bucked up into her and groans thundered in his chest. ZOE sunk onto him, pushing harder with each thrust. He shuddered and rubbed her breasts, flicking his thumbs over the hard peaks.
"Yes." He growled, biting her neck gently.
"CLU." She moaned, clutching his hair. He bucked hard, rewarding her.
"Yes." He groaned. A hand drifted down between her legs and he rubbed her clit. She arched higher, crying out.
"My leader." CLU panted into her neck, her words driving him mad. The pressure at his spine was throbbing, threatening release. He fought against it, plunging into her again. ZOE met him with more force and her legs started to quiver. She was so close. CLU rubbed faster, encouraging her. "My soldier." He growled, thrusting hard. ZOE dug her nails into his thighs as she overloaded, her body writhing in a fit of pleasure.
"My lord." She purred, reaching up to his head. He kissed her deeply and ZOE rode him slowly, whining. CLU felt his head start to spin and he pulled out of her. Gripping her hips, he flipped her to the couch on her back. ZOE reacted, spreading her legs as he covered her with his solid chest. CLU pressed her knees to the sides and back, filling her as he slid his cock in to the hilt. She dug into his back, her body still sensitive from her first overload. He pounded her fast, his own climax nearing steadily.
"CLU." She cried, clutching her eyes shut. "CLU!"
He overloaded with a yell, his body shuddering over her. His mind ceased to exist and he went rigid, his last thrusts quick and shallow. ZOE hugged him when he collapsed on top of her body. CLU panted into her neck, his energy spent.
"Sir?" ZOE tensed at the voice and CLU leaned up, fury darkening his face.
"What could POSSIBLY be this important Jarvis?" He bellowed, staring at the program over the back of the couch. Jarvis shrunk back, flinching at his master's words.
"I'm sorry, sir, but TRON said—"
"I DON'T CARE WHAT TRON SAID!" He screamed at the pathetic assistant. ZOE grinned slightly under him and stroked his chest with her fingers. Jarvis lowered his eyes, shaking with fear.
"Master Flynn has returned." He whispered, backing out of the room quickly as the door slid shut. CLU let out an angry sigh. ZOE was tracing his muscles with her fingertips, smiling contently. CLU took her chin in his hand, lifting her eyes to his. Her irises were light again, sparkling.
"I must go." He purred, pulling himself from her body. His suit started to reform and he ran a thumb over her shoulder, starting her suit. She stared as the pixels as they covered her quickly. When they both were dressed, he took her hand and lifted her from the couch. ZOE flushed as they stood face to face for the first time that day. She lowered her gaze shyly and started to the door in silence. CLU caught her hand before she'd gone, bringing her back against his body. He kissed her deeply, holding her head with one hand, the other molding her to him. When they separated, he took her chin again.
"You are perfect." He murmured. His choice of words was strong but CLU knew he'd spoken the truth. ZOE smiled.
"I only fight for you." She whispered. CLU released her, pride swelling in his chest. He picked up his discarded cape, draping it over his shoulders. His chamber lifted from the arena and the ship floated towards the main tower where CLU, TRON, and Kevin commanded the grid. When it settled into its docked position, CLU's helmet folded over his face.
They left the chamber with their heads held high, like royalty parading through a street. ZOE had replaced her helmet, prompting nervous glances from the guards lining the halls. She followed behind CLU to his right, a more powerful and dangerous guard than any other. CLU let his frame grow taller as they neared the control bay.
TRON stood in the center of the room, his back toward the entrance. Kevin, next to him, looked over when CLU entered and smiled.
"Hey man, what kept you?" He asked, walking quickly to his side. CLU retracted his helmet and smiled pleasantly, eyeing TRON.
"Addressing some oversights." He answered. Kevin made a puzzled face but TRON turned, his eyes knowing CLU's full meaning. Kevin shrugged off the strange answer.
"TRON tells me we're ahead of schedule with the expansion." CLU waited for a scolding but Kevin smiled. "I knew I could count on you two." He chuckled, clapping CLU on the shoulder. TRON flinched. "I was made in his image, I will continue his vision." Kevin's attention fell to ZOE and he grinned.
"Congratulations, ZOE, on another fine victory." He said genuinely. "TRON tells me your skills are the most impressive on the grid." ZOE didn't speak but dipped her head. CLU felt his face grow hot. He praised her now, knowing he faced losing her.
"The very finest." CLU added, catching Kevin's eye before directing his gaze pointedly at TRON. "The very best." He rephrased. TRON's eyes blazed and CLU knew he'd struck the correct nerve. Kevin just raised an eyebrow, completely unaware of the silent feud between the two programs.
"Right…" He murmured. Then he wandered away, motioning to the grid with an arm and ranting about advancements and expansions. CLU wasn't listening. In this moment, he was enjoying the fury in TRON's eyes. His student had challenged him, beaten him, and left him.
Now she's mine. CLU thought, grinning at TRON from across the room.
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