Chapter 21: Opportunity

Moving to stand in front of the dais Ek'tan growled at her as well "You cannot leave ooman!" though he really didn't want to say it, he believed he had no choice "I have become…fond of you. You keep me vigilant and your antics are… refreshing" saying that was like spitting nails. Thrilling, he caught her eyes "You cannot leave without taking your revenge on me for the earlier incidents. I too forbid it." Hoping he could entice her to stay.

That made her cry harder, especially when Azira'ah joined him clicking "Little one you cannot leave, we have become friends!" softening her voice she clicked quietly "I do not have many because I am different and I do not wish to lose your understanding and companionship, please do not leave us" Cat tried getting herself under control, all this was turning her into a puddle. Clearing her throat she tried again to say "But I'm not…" cut off again she drummed her fingers on the table starting to get exasperated, glancing at a very proud and amused Matriarch. Narrowing her eyes at her, she realized "She planned this! Why of all the sneaky, manipulative, underhanded tricks! Damn she's good"

This time some of the pups spoke up including Tix'ver, who wanted her to stay so she could tell them her adventurous stories. The chief chef, Cat dubbed Alfie, since she didn't know his name yet; he refused to cook if she left, because no one appreciated his food like she did. She knew he was making it up, but she appreciated his kindness immensely. Even the chief smith gave a grunt to her. What surprised her most was that a few of the seniors admitted, though reluctantly that she could indeed help their race, of only insignificantly, followed by a few other clam members she hadn't met yet. She was touched by their speeches, she had no idea she made so many friends here. Granted it wasn't a lot considering the Clans number, but it is more then she expected in such a short time here. Everyone who spoke up before started growling and clicking at once. The noise level a small group of Yautja could make was more than her poor ears could bear "This has to stop"

Standing up, Cat gave a shrill whistle yelling "Quiet!" grabbing their attention. Looking around, she waited for them to tone it down before speaking "Thank you all, you words and actions mean the world to me." Taking a breath she continued with a grin "As I tried telling you before, I'm staying. True I had some worries and doubts, but I've realized I could never leave any of you, we're family." Speaking up she looked at all the Yautjas that have yet to accept her "Some of you are disappointed by this news, but I don't give a damn, I suggest you better get used to it, you'll be seeing a lot of me" pinning the Elder with her eyes she continued "I will not be hiding anymore, not in my rooms and not behind my bodyguards. I will move around as an equal member of this Clan."

Turning her head back to observing the Yautjas gathered, she had an idea since almost the whole ship was here "To the one that wants my scull, I have only one thing to say; I challenge you to kill me, I want you to show me what you're capable of so I can show you what I'm made of." With that said, she sat back down nonchalantly and started eating her meal, glancing around from beneath her lashes. She hoped that by issuing her challenge a particular someone would give himself away, but it seemed she'd have to wait for him to make his move. She knew the Elder and Ke'varde didn't like the last part of what she said, she could feel the tension pouring off of them in waves. The High Matriarch clicked to her "I am impressed, you have strength and courage. It confirms my instincts were correct." Giving her a nod of acknowledgment the rest of the feast continued uneventfully.

Selt'ox disproved of her challenge, he especially didn't like the fact that Dahi'ra condoned it. Because of her support on the matter his hands were tied, he couldn't go against this now. Hearing a clicking by his side he turned to a senior "What does the returned hunting party report Elder, have they found it?" his mind now diverted to another matter entirely he clicked back "No, though they did only spend a few days there on their way to the ship from their chiva" intrigued and extremely curious Cat joined in "Found what?" glancing at her, he thrilled "An artifact. Many have tried looking for it over millennia but have failed. Most have returned unharmed, rare ones not at all. Usually young pups try searching as most have lost faith that it even exists" noticing the glint in his eyes she asked "And you? Have you tried to find it?"

At this the Matriarch laughed interjecting "His faith in its existence still runs strong, he searched for it for more than a hundred years after he returned from Earth and before he was selected Elder. I believe if he could, he would still search for it!" grinning Cat could understand that perfectly "What exactly is it?"

Clicking thoughtfully she said "It has been lost to our race for so long, its story was barely recorded at all, there are only hints at its existence or location. Legend says that it is a weapon, though none are sure that it is in fact that, hidden in the chambers of the gods Paya and Cetanu. In the begging of our race there was said to be discord amongst us, fights and wars that ravaged the Yautja to almost nothing. Both the gods were disgusted by our behavior, they were said to possess a spear that was broken in half. The god deciding on a punishment with the half that represented death and the goddess a solution with the half that represented life. Supposedly he killed our original home world, destroying the plants, drying the waters, killing the animals that were our food source, forcing us to seek solutions and to evolve in unity. She introduced us to the hunt, to honor, to traditions; shaped us as we are now, helping us to find a new planet to care for, to erase our shameful badblood past."

Thoroughly enthralled Cat whispered "And the location? Does this place exist?" This time Selt'ox answered clicking "There are a few planets that fit this description, two near our… current home world, but there has been no evidence to prove or disprove the legend as of yet. So, every few years a team of young warriors tries to find it, hoping they will be the ones to brave the traps and guards protecting the artifact, returning from the ultimate hunt."

Noticing she was about to ask about the traps Ke'varde continued the explanation "The traps are said to be deadly ancient contraptions designed and set by the gods themselves, to keep the artifact protected and preventing it to fall into the wrong hands. The guards of the chambers are another matter all together, said to be three enormous, deadly and viscous beasts. One, a guard to the entrance of the chambers, the other two inside, each protecting the individual parts of the spear with their lives." To say that she wasn't itching to find this artifact was an understatement of a lifetime, but right now she had other fish to fry, though she would be filing this away in her mind for future reference.

Touching his arm, she felt him tense slightly, noting he was still displeased. Musing on what to do for a few moments she turned to the Matriarch whispering secretly "I need a favor" when she received a nod she continued, nudging her head in Ke'vardes direction "Keep him here for an hour after I leave, then send him to my rooms" when Dahi'ra looked at her strangely asking a silent why, Cat just smiled impishly and winked before standing and leaving. As Ke'varde stood to follow her the Matriarch grabbed his arm and pulled him to the seat Cat was previously occupying clicking with slight laughter in her voice "She will find her way hunter. Join me for some C'ntlip! It is my personal brew from the home world" not being able to decline such an offer he sighed nodding, glancing at Cats retreating figure, as she glanced back at him and smiled widely he couldn't help but think "What is she up to this time"

In the hall she almost literally ran into Mir'en "Hi Mir'en, it's nice to see you outside of the healing chambers for a change" The healer laughed "Indeed! It is nice to see you as well Cat." Getting serious he clicked taking her arm in his "I heard what you said there. It is very dangerous to bait someone Cat, it may yet gat you killed. I may not save you next time if the injuries are too severe" smiling she patted his hand comfortingly "Don't worry Mir'en I will be careful, I have no intention of giving that monster the satisfaction anytime soon" waving a goodbye she turned and walked quickly to her quarters, before he could say anything more.

After a bath she dressed herself in a floor length green fabric making a toga style covering for herself, grinning "Stylish and easy to take off" running to Ke'vardes quarters she took his bottle of C'ntlip and two glasses, returning to her own room she poured a glass for herself diluting it with water so it wouldn't be as strong. She didn't need to be drunk when she performed her seduction. Toning down the lights a little to make it more romantic she jumped on the table positioning herself behind the two glasses, laying on her side, her head propped up on her hand "I wish there were some music, but this will have to do"

Fifteen minutes later her glass was almost empty and her hand was getting numb, she was getting impatient "Where the hell is he!" the table was really uncomfortable. She was about to rise and get off it, when she saw the door opening. Repositioning herself she crooned softly "Come on in big boy"

Ke'varde was annoyed The High Matriarch wouldn't let him leave and she kept pestering him to drink even though he didn't want to. Finally escaping after more than an hour he would check on the ooman and then go sleep, he was starting to feel the alcohol after 6 glasses. Entering her quarters he was suprised to find her lying on the table clicking in amusement "I think your bed would be more comfortable Cat" she squelched the urge to give him a duh look, instead she smiled seductively "Why don't you carry me there then" tilting his head he was about ask if there was something wrong with her legs, but dismissed it, he didn't feel like having an argument right now. Moving to the table he picked her up swiftly and carried her to the bedroom, depositing her on the bed. Glancing at her outstretched arms he was confused as to what she was waiting for. Shrugging a shoulder "must be some ooman thing" he turned and left.

With her eyes closed and her arms open in the air she was waiting for him to join her, when nothing happened and she heard footsteps retreating, she popped her eyes open, bolting up "Where are you going!" jumping from the bed.

Turning in time to see her trip on her dress she flailed her arms screeching in surprise, pitching forward. Lunging he grabbed her arm, catching her halfway down clicking in confusion "I'm going to sleep."

On her feet again she was getting a bit frustrated, but she would do this right "even if it kills me" Brushing her hair form he face to look at him, she moved closer running her hands up and down his chest whispering "Why don't you sleep with me tonight… I want you too"

Looking down at her he considered it for a moment before giving a nod. Releasing her he moved to the bed and laid back closing his eyes. Standing there in shock she turned swiftly glaring at him. Taking a few deep breaths to calm down "he can't be THAT thick headed!" she plastered a smile on her face and moved on the bed, crawling to him. Sitting down next to him she leaned down kissing his chest lightly.

The sensation ticklish he grunted swiping his hand, making her topple over onto her back, turning on his side. Cat couldn't believe it! Her patience gone in an instant she sat up and pounded her fist on his back yelling "What the hell is wrong with you!"

Tired and getting annoyed himself he growled back "With me? You are the one who is pestering me!" Outraged she stood up with her hands on her hips, glaring down at him "I was trying to seduce you, you green schmuck!" His mandibles slack and his eyes wide he was completely awake now, purring he reached for her, just to see her jump down from the bed yelling "Oh shove it! You just lost your chance tonight buster!" watching her march to the bathroom he jumped out of bed after her.

Getting the door closed in his face…again, he growled "Open this door Cat!" Hearing only a muffled "hah!" he slammed his fist three times into the locking mechanism. As sparks flew from it, the door opened part way, pushing the panel completely aside he walked ingrowling

Standing in the bathroom and staring into the still water of the pool it hit her like a ton of bricks "He didn't understand what I was doing" she was used to human males, not his kind, she was going at this completely wrong. This whole mess was her fault, she was just about to go out and apologize when he burst in "This will end differently tonight my little one"

Her eyes wide and her mouth hanging open, she only reacted when he grabbed her and marched purposefully back to the bedroom, snapping out of her shock she grinned, keeping her laughter concealed, releasing a squeal and putting a hand to her brow, saying dramatically "Oh help, the big bad alien's got me"

Dropping her on the bed he moved over her, pinning her legs between his and her hands over her head, with his own while propped up on his arms, purring into her neck "I will not force you little one. Ever." Turning his head to see her eyes he thrilled when he saw the laughter and happiness there "You are not angry anymore" relived. Smiling at him she whispered a no. Giving a growl that was ruined by his in between purring "Just for that I will make you beg" he nuzzled her neck. Laughing Cat challenged "Give it your best shot"

Question:

is a sex scene wanted or even allowed and if it is, how explicit can/should it be? O.O I'm having a dillema with this and I'd appreciate any advice on the matter! Thank you!

*Dijana*