Chapter 13: Knives Carve Out Truth

Yura whimpered, wrapping her legs tighter around Saigo's waist. Ever since her little heist, Saigo has never looked more excited than ever. She hoped it was because he was reunited with his tender organ.

"Oh, Yura," Saigo breathed heavily, two of his fingers were curling inside of her warm, wet cave. It was something the both of them cherished now that the caiman has a day job and Yura wanted to check something out. After stealing those organs, she has sold them for cash not only for her lover but to treat herself too.

"Saigo...That feels so good," she whimpered some more, grinding her hips into his curled fingers. She wants more of his touch and the caiman himself wanted more of her soft body close to his. While she was in rhythm, her breasts began to bounce to the pace.

Both of them lock their lips and jaw together in a heated kiss. Saigo's body temperature was warm for a Crocodylus and it was making Yura close to her climax. The caiman growled, his free hand was groping her breast, the claw pinching her nipple to make them hard.

"You're not going to come just yet," Saigo's voice rumbled, teasing her breasts some more. The young woman threw her arms around his neck, holding him close. He rests his head on top of hers.

Saigo's heart was beating fast from the intimacy they're both experiencing. Yellow eyes met dark brown ones, the sounds of their heaving breaths filled the room and then...

"Oh, Saigo..."

Seeing his human lover at her climax, Saigo couldn't help but have a toothy smile. How her body becomes so putty under his touch while she made those sweet noises for him. Yura collapsed into his arms, her breathing slowing down.

"Heh, we can't get the surgery soon. I have a feeling they might recognised me because-"

"Your tattoos?"

"That and I just started working. Don't get me wrong! I love the fact that I can have my organ back but right now we both need the money to make this shithole a place for us to live comfortably and at least have a three-course meal."

Yura nodded, understanding his situation. She too felt that way when she ran away from the undergrounds. Stealing and learning how to hide were crucial traits to have when one does not have a home. But now that she lives with Saigo, her thieving habits may serve its purpose.

She crawled down, her face inches away from the vital region between his legs. He may not have it yet but he trembled under her delicate hands on his rough scales. From experience, carnivores never reveal their vulnerable bellies due to instinct unless it is with someone they trust or loved.

In this case, Saigo fully trust this strange yet wonderful human.

"Ah, Yura...Please, touch me..."

Yura began to lick him between his legs, applying her teeth to add pain to his pleasure. She was taking her sweet time since the both of them have this night to spend in each other's arms. To make him pay for his teasing, Yura used one of her hands to squeeze his tail. After all, crocodiles are proud of their tails.

With a thunderous roar, the caiman arched his body upwards, letting himself surrender to this sweet pleasure. Once it is done, the both of them cuddle in each other's arms. The soft glowing light that illuminated the messy bedroom bathed both of their panting figures.

"I love you," Saigo rumbled softly.

"I love you more."

...

While Saigo was at work, Yura was strolling downtown to explore the city. As much as she has been to most of the places, she never once had the time to unwind by strolling around town. During those times, she would be paying attention to each and every animal so that she could learn more on how to survive.

She may not have instincts that the animals had but her resourcefulness has helped her in the long run. Yura hoped that no one from the Black Market recognised her since she has been reselling the stolen organs from the clinic to get the money.

Anything could set the animals off whether it is the breeze giving out her scent, her clothes became loose or if she looks directly into an animal's eye. Today, she was heading to the hospital to check on some medicine she could steal.

Maybe observe a few things if she doesn't get caught. The hospital's a bit rundown with its faded white paint, a few windows missing and some of the curtains were tattered. Needless to say, Yura has observed many animals ranging from a tiny mouse to an enormous elephant coming in and out of the building.

"Hey," a voice called from behind, making the young woman spun around with a close fist. The figure yelped, making Yura breathe harder out of fear. It was none other than that other human covered in a black veil that hides her face except those hazel eyes.

"What are you doing here?" Yura demanded, her voice hushed to avoid attracting attention. "Don't you know that these animals can smell us? You're the one with the Komodo dragon...Qandeel, right?"

The other woman nodded, taking out a tiny bottle out of her covered sleeve. It was something Yura has never seen before. Qandeel smiled, uncapping the bottle to drip a bit of the liquid on her wrist. It had a minty scent.

"Patchouli oil," she explained offering Yura a bit on her fingers. "Not many animals are fond of it. Think of it as a repellent to leave me alone. Yura, isn't it? I honesly was surprised to find another human up here."

As much as Yura wanted to chat, she placed a finger to her lips to tell Qandeel to be quiet. Both of the women were hiding below a window where they heard a few conversations among what's assumed to be doctors.

"Why are you at a hospital anyways?"

"Shh, they'll hear you!"

Both Yura and Qandeel huddled close, trying to listen to what the animals were discussing. Yura covered her mouth to prevent herself from making a sound. Her stomach was clenching into knots while her legs felt shaky from squatting.

"Doctor, are you sure you want to proceed with this method?" a feminine voice asked hesitantly. Both of the women assumed her to be a nurse or at least an assistant.

"We might as well have to. There's a good reason why this society doesn't learn about the dark past of the undergrounds. Sometimes if either carnivore or herbivore can't find a partner in life yet want children, that's where we will bring them in."

"The females?"

"Males as well," the doctor added. "Once the babies are born, we will take them away. It's fascinating when an animal copulates with a human, they somehow produce children with the carbon copy of the animal's genes. It's been decades since we tried this in secret besides artificial insemination. It's a damn miracle that some of the humans aren't affected by venomous animals. For the males, just give them a few booster shots since they are going to be working for a few days so we need them ready and awake."

"But, don't the babies have human traits?"

"Not much until they are older. Some of them have intelligence that could surpass even the Felidaes and Canidaes. But it is best that no one knows about this. Also, we need to ensure that some of the humans are alive to be given to the food scientist since we need to keep down the crimes at the Black Market."

"But doctor, that sounds risky! What if the drugs and experiments backfire?"

"Which is why we will clone the humans that have met our criteria. Now, I need you to prepare the nursery and call in a few more of my colleagues. The females will be birthing soon and you know how difficult it is when their sperm clients are large herbivores?"

"Yes, doctor. Shall I also inform the nurses about the new batch coming in?"

"Please do! Some of the humans are skittish so be sure to tie the ropes tight if we want the next clients to have what they want without any complications."

Yura doesn't want to hear it anymore. Silently, she grasped Qandeel's hand and the two woman ran quickly from the hospital before anyone catches them. So much to process and she needs to tell Saigo about this.

Maybe that Komodo dragon too!

Oh dear...It gets dark from here! Don't worry, light and dark will be fighting each other in future chapters. Meaning, there will be some sweet moments, horrifying moments and sad moments to wrap everything up.

Got this idea from an animated short film.