Across Eternity: Book 5 - Chapter 4 - Sex Stories

Across Eternity: Book 5 - Chapter 4

... with those?” he asked.

“Women do not take part in the hunt or in battles, but we are trained at a young age to defend ourselves.”

“That’s good. I admire resilience and capability. Indulge my curiosity, will you? How about a quick match? I’d like to see the fighting techniques of your clan.”

The challenge surprised her, but Noah gave her a second to gather her courage. “As you wish,” she said, trying to keep her voice steady.

Shannon assumed her centaur form and brandished her sword, facing Noah. Sensing what was happening, the soldiers moved out of the way to observe. The two moved in a circle, keeping their distance as they gauged each other. Noah could read her expressions like a book. She was fearful, distraught by everything that had happened, but there was determination in her eyes, trying to climb out from under the pile of her doubts.

“See that sword? That’s more than just a piece of metal in your hand. You’re holding your destiny, the power to change the world.”

Noah made the first move, closing the distance and swinging at Shannon. He used the flat side of his sword and held back his strength and speed, wanting to ensure he didn’t end up wounding her. She blocked the attack, and rather than countering with a slash of her own, she reared onto her hind legs and tried to kick him with her forelegs. Noah moved back, not wanting to be coldcocked by those tough hooves. He went around the side, aiming for her lower body, but she turned and warded him off ...

... with her sword. Thanks to the long handle, she could defend herself from all angles.

She reoriented herself, able to turn and pivot with surprising dexterity. Noah went in for a third attempt, laying down some easy swings for her to block. She was out of practice but able to fend off his attacks, and her growing confidence drove her to counter with several slashes and thrusts. She kept her legs moving at all times, not letting her large body hinder her agility. Noah dodged and blocked each of her attacks and would slip through and tap her with his sword, pointing out the weaknesses in her defense.

After a couple minutes, he called an end to the match. “I wouldn’t bet on you beating a fiend, but you should be able to handle the average human just fine.”

“Thank you,” she said, bowing her head.

“Now it’s my turn,” said Valia. “I know where you can make some improvements. I may no longer be a teacher, but I can still give you a little help.”

“Yes ma’am,” said Shannon, but as Valia drew her sword, Noah noticed a tremor move through Shannon, with her tail swishing anxiously.

The two women faced each other, and Valia made the first move. Like Noah, she held back against her unskilled opponent, yet though Shannon withstood Noah’s attacks, she fled from Valia’s. Every time Valia swung at her, Shannon would back all the way out of her reach, and every time she blocked, it was with a noticeable flinch, automatically closing her eyes and shying away.

“Come on, you ...