The Darkanian's Claim (a BBW, Shifter Prince Scifi Romance) by Skye Calista

Author:Skye, Calista [Skye, Calista]
Language: eng
Format: azw3
Publisher: Calista Skye
Published: 2015-09-13T04:00:00+00:00

Six

Peyton's eyes flew open to the sound of rain fall and an uneasy sizzle that suggested the rain wasn't quite as benevolent as its earthly counterpart. Groaning softly, she pushed up on her elbows, squeezing her eyes shut and blinking them awake. Forcing herself to rouse. She searched the den for the bear man when she gained her bearings.

He was already awake and watching her. She felt a bit self-conscious about that until he averted his gaze like his eyes had only passed over her momentarily.

"Is that... the rain you were talking about?"

Peyton nipped her lip. She didn't like the sound of it. Not one bit.

"It is."

His mouth pursed into a thin line, and he clenched his jaw some. He didn't look at all like he wanted to talk about the matter any.

"So... how long will it go on? I'm sorry, but I really need to get back to my pod. If there are acquisitioners... I just. I can't wait weeks or anything. I can go alone if you don't want to risk the rain."

He looked at her like she'd said the most absurd thing he'd ever heard.

"You're not fit for the trip."

Peyton frowned, eyes widening.

"I didn't get this far in life by fainting before every danger or threat I encounter. You don't have to escort me if you’re scared, but I am going. I'll make myself fit."

Throwing the blankets off of her, Peyton grit her teeth to keep from wincing audibly as her hand struck the side of the cot and vibrated with pain. She could feel the bear's eyes on her, sizing her. It struck her oddly. He didn't seem like he was trying to hide that he actually cared what she did, though he barely new her.

Even the people who knew her tended to show less concern for her welfare, barring her baby sister. But then, Maya hadn't had anyone else but her. Not really.

"So you're going to get the book, fix your ship, and just... leave?"

Peyton's brow quirked with disbelief.

"At least I won't be a burden, anymore, aye?"

His frown drew down the smug grin she nearly flashed.

"Just saying. The sooner I get back on track with my life, the sooner you can have some peace, Mister."

"Remy. And, my life with be derailed for some time. If not, indefinitely. Surely for the worst once you leave."

Peyton averted her eyes from him, not relishing the uncomfortable silence the space between his last sentence and her next was pregnant with. It was a strange statement to be sure. How was her leaving the planet going to make his life worse?

She stole a glance at him, catching the flare of his nostrils. He was taking in her scent, and she had no idea what that meant to him. What did he actually read in her scent? Could he inhale her sorrows and the bottomless pit that replaced the secure foundation she'd wished for for too many years to count.

Silly thought, but there were stories about shifters. The alien ones had all sorts of varied talents, skills, and quirks.

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