Christmas in Dreamland

Christmas in Dreamland A 7th Kind Story

By Cheryl Dragon

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Christmas in Dreamland Copyright © 2011, Cheryl Dragon Edited by Michele Paulin and Juli Simonson Cover art by Les Byerley, www.les3photo8.com

Electronic format ISBN: 978-1-60735-404-8

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Electronic release: September 2011

This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places and occurrences are a product of the author’s imagination. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, places or occurrences, is purely coincidental.

Chapter One

Life inside a self-sufficient military base and research center located in the middle of the desert sounded dangerous and impressive, but to Charlie Smith it was generally dull. People called the facility Dreamland, and most of the stories about it were dreams. Of course, the reality could be even scarier some days. Day in and day out, routine was the key. Surprises weren’t allowed, but the scientists monitored for possibilities incessantly. Sensors and a no-fly zone kept things predictable. The staff’s work was important, and Charlie preferred this life to the alternative he’d escaped as a child. Decked out in his usual security outfit of jeans, black shirt and belt full of weapons, he strolled into the biotech lab run by his dream girl. Meg Lyle leaned over a microscope on a lab table—not an unusual posture for her. Her tight rear end stuck out as she shifted from foot to foot. “Hey, Meg. Adorable as always.” She grunted in reply and held up her index finger. The woman loved her work, and not much got in the way. Her cat and food were the only things for which Charlie had ever seen her pause. The alien-looking cat had no hair and was a purebred diva Meg called ET. Today, the cat yawned on a nearby metal table. Charlie checked out Meg even further while she zoomed in on her slides. Meg was a creature of habit. Her hair was pulled back in a long ponytail that coiled to the small of her back, her glasses made her look like the geeky genius she was, and today, she wore a pink and blue floral-print dress that hit her knees and peeked from beneath her crisp, white lab coat. It made

her look taller than she was though her shoes were flats that were broken in and kept her from slipping on the slick floors. The dream of having Meg was shared by Charlie and his unit. Sure, there weren’t a ton of single women working in this top-secret military base, but it wasn’t just her gender and unique looks that made them long for her. Meg’s quirks ran deep, and she might just be able to handle three men. She was a civilian, for one, and acted like it. The trio had plans, but with their Marine training, they could wait days without moving a muscle or years without making a move. Timing was everything. Meg clearly wouldn’t figure out their interest until they were ready. Ménage wasn’t traditional, so Charlie could hardly blame her, but a unique woman like Meg was the type who could handle them once they broke the ice. Charlie had grown tired of waiting and wanted to pounce now. The Christmas break might provide the chance the group had been waiting for. Meg was not on the list of people to fly to Vegas today. If she was staying, their boring security detail had new potential for fun. With the snap of a control, Meg turned off the machine and smiled at Charlie. “Sorry, what’s up?” “You’re staying in for the holiday?” he asked. She nodded. “I’ve got this project, and the big boss doesn’t want it put aside. Besides, what am I missing? My perfect sister’s elegant holiday dinner is just an opportunity for my entire family to rub in that I’m still single. I can’t even brag about my work. Everything is top secret.” “Don’t worry. We’ll be here. It can be fun when it’s quiet.” He leaned in. “What are you working on?” “Abductions are up again.” She shook her head. “I’m not sure what’s going on, but I’ve been working on a biological countermeasure. The higher ups want me to refine it. I have no idea how I’m going to test it.” “Since all the aliens were moved to other locations, maybe the higher ups can do something remotely,” Charlie suggested. Her nose scrunched, and her glasses lifted. “No, this would completely incapacitate them and cause extreme pain. I can’t do that to some refugee alien. Luckily for humans, it’s totally harmless.” Charlie watched her close a tube of pale green powder and blow the excess off her table. The government had control of all the refugee aliens. Some had simply crashed to earth while

others left the home planet of the Keelons because they weren’t happy with the warrior life. The Keelons weren’t expected to colonize earth, but they had abducted enough humans to be considered a threat. Charlie hoped the general human population never became aware of aliens amongst them. Panic on a massive scale would be dangerous. He stepped away and tried to make it casual. Petting ET, he wondered what Meg would think if she knew the truth about the trio out to seduce her. Things weren’t so simple here. After washing her hands, Meg walked over and leaned on the table. “ET likes you. She’s purring.” “I’m sure there’s another way for you to test your project. A genius like you will figure it out. The idea that you design weapons does seem weird.” Charlie loved her brain and openness, but she never seemed to look up from her work. “That’s just part of my job. Anything biological is my area.” She rubbed the cat’s ears. “So you and your pals got holiday duty? Bet your girlfriends are pissed.” Charlie grinned. Meg didn’t flirt much, but every once in a while, he saw a glimmer of her personal side. Her tall form and subtle curves teased men, and she seemed clueless about it. Some guys thought she was frigid or a geek. “No girlfriends. We don’t have much of a life outside of work. Career military makes it hard. Leaving someone outside Dreamland for months at a time seems cruel. We were overseas for years, too. It’s not right.” “Please, plenty of men do that. Too bad, there aren’t tons of single women here. Statistically speaking, I should have plenty of male attention, but there are a lot of variables to analyze.” She laughed, but Charlie sensed it was only half a joke. “Come on, you don’t have a boyfriend amongst your lab guys?” Charlie wanted to make sure. She blushed and pushed her glasses up her nose. “No! They work for me. That’d just be wrong! It’s hard enough to be a woman around here. I’m not going to invite trouble by sexually harassing my staff. The big guys scrutinize everything. They’re reluctant enough to bring in women.” He leaned in close to her. “You really think they’d feel harassed? They’d be fighting to get your attention. I bet they all think you’d be offended because you are the boss. The rest of the

guys, no doubt, believe you’d be taken by some hot genius who can stimulate your brain and your body.” “Stop teasing me. You, Henry and Ike can go and get all the girls you want in Vegas once the holidays are over. Then you’ll have some vacation time.” She picked up her cat and walked to the office conveniently built into her lab area. Had he stepped on a nerve? Women were a mystery he’d never fully understand, but Meg was the only one he wanted to explore. She was the one woman they needed. He followed her into the office. “Did I say something wrong?” “No. I’m glad to have friends to get through the holidays with. But please don’t start any rumors about me. I’m not dating anyone—no one here or outside. My work here is too important for me to have any issues. I don’t want to be reassigned or fired.” Meg opened a closet and pulled out some Christmas decorations. Digging through, she picked out a collar with jingle bells and put it on ET. “Meg, you’re a genius. Any think tank or university would give you your own lab and a ton of funding.” Charlie had overheard some of the offers. The lab guys were jealous of her opportunities and genius. “Our work here is far more important that anything I’d do out there. My staff is good, but none of them can think the way I do. People’s lives and safety are most important. Commander Hastings thinks I’m a flake, but no one can do what I do here.” Charlie chuckled. “He does not. You’re quirky. That’s all. Most people here are military or former military. You tend not to follow orders all the time. In Dreamland, they need people who can think outside this galaxy, not just outside the box.” “They removed all the aliens, so who knows where I’ll end up. My role is supportive and civilian. Following orders isn’t my strength.” She smiled and set out a little Christmas tree on her desk. “I like a rebel.” Charlie picked up a strand of silver garland and wrapped it around her neck. Meg rolled her eyes. “I don’t think I’m really a rebel. I was a good student, never broke a law that I know of and lead a very boring personal life. Rebel, no.” “I don’t buy the sweet innocent act.” He wanted to deepen the conversation, but without the other guys, it wasn’t right. They all needed to be in on the move and to agree it was right.

“I’m not that sweet. Mess with my experiment or my friends and I’ll stick your face in liquid nitrogen. Consider yourself warned.” Meg winked. “No problem. I’ll steer clear. You have fun with your dust. But if you get bored, you can always join us for meals and movies. We’ll keep you busy and full of holiday cheer.” Charlie left before he said too much. **** In the security hub of Dreamland, Henry Jones and Ike Nelson went over the list of people staying for the holidays. Mostly, it was the basic security and essential personnel they were never without…plus Meg. “Something is up,” Ike said. “Abductions are. So are refugees looking for sanctuary. She’s probably working on it. It’s a lucky break for us.” Henry knew how badly Ike wanted Meg. The stoic alpha rarely showed his feelings, but the other two men sensed it. They all wanted their female to complete the group and feel whole. “Definitely working on something. She’s amazing.” Charlie walked in. “She’s single, for sure, and here for the holiday on a project that seems pressing, but she can’t really test it.” “Then why is she stuck here?” Ike asked. “Who knows? Something about the higher ups wanting her to be on the project.” Charlie shrugged. Henry grinned at Charlie. “Maybe it’s so top secret they don’t want her out in public until it’s sorted out here?” Ike shook his head. “She’s earned their trust and her security clearance. They need her here for something. Any idea what the project is?” “Some weapon to hurt the aliens. Don’t go near that pale green dust she’s working with. Causes extreme pain.” Charlie sat in the chair next to Henry. “You charmed the socks off her.” Henry leaned over and kissed him. The three men were bonded by work and life. Ike’s reserved demeanor made him uncomfortable with showing open affection so Charlie and Henry showered it on each other, despite the very equal three-way sex they shared. All the men craved a feminine lover as well as each other. They needed Meg.

“No, I think I freaked her out a little. I wanted to make sure she wasn’t dating anyone, and I might’ve pushed a bit. None of her lab guys are dating her, and there’s no one on the outside. I say we claim her before someone else does.” Charlie stared at Henry’s form in his black T-shirts and jeans. The men were required to look like civilians in case they had to head off outsiders trying to get in. Nothing on their clothing showed rank or military alliance, with the possible exception of their black combat boots. While some might find the casual feel and serious nature of the job conflicted, Henry loved the variety of work here. War was hell, but intelligence and protecting people was a thrill. “She has no clue about us?” Ike asked. Henry and Charlie exchanged concerned looks. “No, well, I don’t think so. I avoided the dust she was working with and kept the conversation more about the dating thing and the holiday stuff than about her experiment. But she’s smart. We can’t keep it from her if we get involved.” Charlie shrugged. Henry nodded. “She worked with that group of crashed aliens last year. Meg protected them and fought for their rights to have some private space and help. Yes, okay some of the aliens are programmed to be killers but all are trained warriors. They are dangerous. But if they want sanctuary, we have to be open and she is. If the Keelons come after us, I want the weapon she’s making. We have to trust her though, or it’ll screw up everything.” “We don’t even know if she’s interested in us. A group thing isn’t very human,” Ike said. He’d been the one holding things back. “She was flirting with me a little today. I think she wants a sex life. So we’re not traditional? More reason to come clean and tell her. We all love and want her, and I think she’s the type who can deal with it. The alien culture isn’t a shock to her.” Henry let his frustration slip out in his tone. Ike paced. “Meg’s aware of the cultural issues, and we can explain how we came to be here, but that doesn’t mean she’ll love all of us and want to be in this mess. We have no right to complicate her life.” “You want her. This is our chance to find out if she wants us. There are less people here now. Less distractions. It’s perfect.” Charlie shook his head. “I’ve seen you take a million crazy risks. What’s one more?”

Ike nodded. “You’re right. This is our chance. We can make our move on her and see if she’s interested in us. We’ll keep it sexual and about the relationship until we know we can trust her with our secret.” “Not tell her about us?” Henry normally didn’t make waves or argue with his unit, but he wanted this to work. “Not until we know she’s into us.” Ike seemed so certain. Charlie sighed. “Fine. But she might guess because of our sexual grouping and my avoiding the dust. We can’t keep it from her long, or she’ll dump us on principle. If she can’t trust us to tell the truth, I wouldn’t blame her.” “I trust her, but I don’t want to scare her off, either. No one knows more than Meg that not all aliens can be trusted. One of those refugees went rogue and tried to kill everyone. The Keelons from the home world could be out to take humans or reclaim all their citizens who left. There’s no way to know if a few are hiding on earth and passing for humans. Hell, maybe some of the crash victims are working for the Keelons back home. We need to be sure how she feels before we put her in that position. And then we tell her our story.” “Fine. So how do we want to approach her?” Henry asked. Charlie grinned. “I’ve got an idea. Less talk, more action. It’s what we’re good at. Plus, no one will get nervous and let the truth slip. At least, not until we’ve had plenty of fun. I love you guys, but we really need that woman in our group.” Ike paced. “What? What is it?” Henry pressed. “We don’t know what’s going on right now. The abductions. Her weapon. The closer she is to us, the more danger she’s in. We won’t let anyone hurt her or take her from us,” Ike said. “Of course, we’re not going to let anything happen to her. The closer we are, the more we can protect her. We’re assimilated to earth. I’m never leaving this planet so let them come,” Charlie said. “Absolutely.” Henry patted Charlie’s shoulder. “We’re in this together. The sooner she’s ours, the sooner she knows the truth and we can keep her safe with us—she made the weapon so she’s the biggest threat to the Keelons. Plus, she’ll watch out for us where she can. That big sexy brain of hers can solve this, neutralize the threat. I believe in her. It’s not just love or friendship.

She’s special. We don’t deserve her, but I think if we work together to keep her happy in bed, she’ll think we’re worth bucking tradition.” Ike cleared his throat. “If there’s one thing we’re good at, it’s working together. In the field or in bed. We’ll make her happy, but don’t get your hearts set on it. The future is too unpredictable right now. I’d rather have her safe without us.” “So noble.” Henry smiled. “So sexist. She’ll get on your ass for that, Ike. She’s not military, and she’s proud of it. That woman isn’t weak or needy. She’s feisty.” Charlie leaned back in his chair. “I say we make our move tonight.” “I’m in.” Henry rolled his chair closer and kissed Charlie’s neck. “What’s the plan?”

Chapter Two

Getting ready for bed, Meg washed her face and patted it dry with a towel. She rubbed on some moisturizer and put her glasses back on. Life in Dreamland was orderly, and mostly, she fit in, something she’d never felt before. Of course, it didn’t help her social life. Most of the men here treated her like a sister. All those men and, still, she was single. Her frustration over work and being alone on the holidays made her mad at herself. Unlike her mother and her sister, she didn’t define success or worth as having a husband and kids. That didn’t mean she didn’t want them. Things never seemed as easy for Meg as they did for others. It couldn’t be one dream man, and she just had to work up the courage to ask him out. Just her luck, Charlie and his pals were all in Dreamland for the holidays. She loved each of them in their own way, and all of them were sexy. They were all friendly to her and flirted a bit, but none had asked her out or made any moves. There was an odd vibe she couldn’t shake. They wanted something, and she wanted them—not that she’d made any advances either. Which one would she pick? That was a problem even her big IQ couldn’t solve. She wanted them all, like her friend, Liz, and the alien men Liz had fallen for last year. It was a big controversy here, but Meg saw the love and how it worked for them. Climbing into bed, she found ET curled up at her toes like a hot water bottle. Love wasn’t logical or testable, but she wanted it. Meg had the same needs the pretty girls with more natural assets did, but no one chased or drooled over her. All the thoughts of lust and the men she wanted left Meg aroused. She contemplated her toy collection, but right now, nothing would work but the real thing.

As she dozed and thought of the trio of hot men, Ike, Henry and Charlie, Meg wondered if they had girlfriends on the outside. Charles claimed they didn’t, and she trusted him. But why? Tall, handsome and muscled like military men should be, those three had to have women falling all over them. Meg couldn’t come to any other conclusion. She could picture the men standing together. They had a bond that sizzled. They looked out for each other, loved being together. Charlie and Henry took crap because people thought they were gay, but Meg knew that wasn’t entirely true. Charlie had been flirting with her a little today. Henry certainly had before. The idea of them together made her body tingle all over. Rolling over and burying her face in the pillow, Meg sighed. Maybe that was just her wishful thinking and fanciful imagination. She wasn’t prone to fantasy except when using her toys, but daydreaming about those three was a bad habit she’d developed. A knock on the door startled her. Sitting up, Meg watched the door open before she could get to it. Only security and she had keys to her private room. “What the hell?” she asked. Charlie, Henry and Ike pushed into her room as ET got spooked and ran out. Ike closed and locked the door. “Security check. Don’t worry.” Charlie winked at her. “Security? All my stuff is locked up in the lab. It’s only personal items here.” She’d gotten through tons of screenings, tests and security levels in her time here, but no one had ever raided her bedroom. “Contraband check. We don’t want any slipups during the holiday time.” Ike’s stern expression didn’t match the twinkle in his eye. “Okay.” Meg went to grab her robe. Henry stepped in front of her. “Don’t worry. It won’t take long.” She was in a long T-shirt and felt every bit the geek until Charlie stepped up behind her and put his hands on her shoulders. The heat of him made her aware of how four people could fill up her room. She wanted them to stay but, immediately, pushed the idea away. Now was not fantasy time! Ike rummaged through drawers then went for the boxes under her bed. When he grabbed for the one with her toy collection, Meg felt her face burn. There was no stopping him. Searches were permitted to protect national security.

“Look what we have here.” Ike shook the box, and something started to vibrate. “Put those back. They aren’t against any rules.” Meg folded her arms over her chest and glared at the floor. “No, they aren’t, but we’ve got a better idea.” Henry toyed with hem of her shirt. She laughed as she analyzed the odds. Hot men didn’t go for the nerdy girl. “This is a joke, right? Charlie asked today if I was seeing someone and all that. So you’re making fun of me?” “What? No. We’d never do that.” Charlie kissed the back of her neck. After tensing for a second, Meg let his warm lips soothe her, and she leaned back on him. “Not a joke?” She looked Henry in the eyes then shot a glance at Ike. “No way. We’re all very into you.” Henry caught her mouth in a quick kiss. Her insides trembled with desire, but her brain didn’t buy it yet. Kissing him back in a test, she slid her hands to his arms. Henry was so nice and easy-going. She didn’t believe he’d hurt her with a cruel prank. Charlie was an even closer friend. But they all were good soldiers, too. Her brain flipped to the only option. They were looking for fun while stuck here on holiday. The solution worked for her, as well. That alien encounter last year had left the group sex thing out there in everyone’s mind. Her friend Liz had fallen for a quad of crashed aliens that were housed in Meg’s lab. Group love was real, and Liz certainly enjoyed it. “Why would this be a joke?” Ike put the toy box back and moved closer to the group. Meg looked at him. So tall and powerful. He was the most stoic of the three, and she wanted him. He stared her down, not kissing her like the others. “I’m a geek. I‘ve always been tall, on the lanky side and not as filled out as most other girls. I was teased plenty in school. I’m not some frigid bitch, but if you get asked out as a joke enough, you start to expect bad things from men.” She had a bad habit of honesty when put on the spot. “We’re not those men. They’re jerks. We appreciate brains and beauty.” Charlie wrapped his arms around her waist. “All of you?” She looked over her shoulder at Charlie then back to Henry. “It’s a group thing?”

Henry grinned. “When you work deep recon missions together, there aren’t a lot of options. We’ve worked together a long time.” “If it’s too much or not your thing, we understand, but you look pretty comfortable pressed between two guys.” Ike stepped closer and brushed his mouth to hers. She wanted more, but two hard bodies had her pinned now. “I’m a scientist. Animals don’t generally mate for life—one lover at a time, maybe—but snakes mate in balls, all the males fighting to fertilize more eggs. Biology isn’t limited to societal convention. But all of you are attractive enough to have your own girlfriends.” “You want to analyze it?” Ike chuckled. Grinning, Meg shook her head. “No, I understand. You all share each other. Call it bisexual by nature or learned behavior from no women, but you like men and women. This keeps your little group together. Or maybe it’s alien inspired?” It made sense if they intended it to be long term. Or if, like in this case, it was a temporary need until they had time away. “So you’re into it?” Charlie slid his hands under her shirt and teased her pussy through the panties. “Yes.” She pressed forward and kissed Henry. “As long as we’re safe and I get to see a little bit of it, too.” “See?” Ike asked. Meg pulled away from Henry and put her hand on Charlie’s neck to urge him forward. She ducked toward Ike as the two other men shared a kiss. The sight of them and Charlie’s fingers still teasing her made her pussy wet. No toy would satisfy her now. “You like it?” Ike asked. She nodded and turned to him. This felt like a fantasy, but when she kissed Ike, she knew it was real. Meg was ready to explore all of it. Before the kiss went deeper, she backed off. Ike was the one who led their trio and ranked a level higher. But in bed, they’d all be equals—still they turned her on in slightly different ways. Charlie and Henry broke their kiss and tugged her shirt over her head. “You’re sure you like women?” she asked. Smirks and smiles answered her, and suddenly, Charlie had her panties down to the ground. The men stepped back and stripped off their jeans and black T-shirts. They were naked in seconds, and her eyes drank it all in.

Ike had abs for days and dark patch of chest hair and trailed to thin line until his cock. He was hard and anatomically large. Charlie was well built and well hung too, but bare-chested, and Henry seemed to like it as the men teased each other. Henry was a bit leaner and taller, but his cock was long. Meg’s pussy ached for attention, but she didn’t know how to work this situation. But then the men solved that for her. Charlie kissed her mouth and pulled her to him, his bare flesh meeting her ultra-sensitive breasts. Holding him tight, Meg felt Henry press behind her. “Believe we want you now?” Henry asked. They were hard and pressing to her. Deep down, she didn’t care what they wanted if they’d give her what she needed. “Ike likes to watch?” Ike smiled. “We all like to watch and share.” He knelt down between her legs. She had to agree that seeing two men kiss was hot. Watching them do more would really turn her on! But their bodies were so close now she wanted them on her. When Ike’s tongue licked over her pussy, she nearly jumped but the men held onto her. “He really likes girls,” Charlie said in her ear. “You don’t?” Her hand curled around his cock and teased him. Charles moaned and nodded. Henry cupped her barely A-sized breasts from behind and used his thumbs on her nipples. “We’ve been after you for a while, but thought you had to have a guy.” When Charlie leaned down to suck her breasts, Meg arched. “I’ve thought about you guys, but I never expected this.” She didn’t feel gawky or awkward or anything else she had before—not even self-conscious. With three hot men, she couldn’t make a wrong move. Ike’s mouth took over her pussy, and she was glad she waxed routinely. Her sister had gone on and on about how her hubby loved it. As limited as Meg’s sex life was, she liked how it made her feel. As Ike sucked her outer lips, she sank a hand into his hair. “Please, I need more.” Charlie reached for his pants and from one of the many pockets produced plenty of condoms and individual lube packets. Always prepared! She kissed his chest and up to his neck. She wouldn’t do this with any other men. These she trusted. “Sure you want to juggle three?” Charlie asked. She nodded. “Might take me a few tries, but I’ll get the hang of it.”

Charlie lifted her up and off Ike’s face. They moved around until Ike sat on her bed and she stood their facing him. Meg understood Charlie’s motives. He wanted her and Ike to bond fast and get into each other. Of the four, they were the two who’d bolt first. Ike had held back the most. Kneeling, she licked Ike’s cock to tease him. His hips lifted, and she pressed one last kiss to his balls. There was so much she wanted to do to all of them that she felt a little dizzy. But Ike slid on protection and helped her straddle him. She leaned forward and kissed him as her hips sank, taking him all the way down. Ike groaned into her mouth, and Meg knew he wanted her as much as she wanted him. A small tremor of release hit as his hands held her ass and kept her down on him. All she could do was cling to his muscled form. It was so good she never wanted to move! Then things got interesting. She heard Charlie and Henry talking and felt another hand on her ass. A lubed thumb rubbed her rear. “Easy guys. She’s not used to so many.” Ike kissed her cheek. Meg smiled at him and looked back. Henry gently played with her asshole. The sweet ache grew in her. “She’s got a probe in her toy box. Vibrating. Thin. Why buy a toy if you don’t use it?” Henry pressed his thumb to her. Moaning, Meg arched as her body opened. Without the vibrations, it felt tighter, but she loved it. “I’ve never put anything as big as you in there, but I’ve used all my toys.” Ike nodded. “Back off. Don’t make her run.” “It’s my room. I’m not running. And I want to try. Physiologically, it’s totally doable without damage or pain. I’m just not sure he’ll enjoy it.” Charlie sat next to Ike on the bed and kissed Meg. “He’ll love it. He’s been after your ass for months. Talking about it. Watching it. Your subtle curves. The flare of your hips. He loves ass, but mine isn’t girly enough at times.” She giggled and kissed Charlie then Ike. “This is normal for you? It feels insanely easy, but it’s not logical at all. My ass is rather flat according to my sister.” She left off the number of men she’d dated who found fault with her lack of curves. One had wanted her to get her breasts enhanced. Ike held her. “Normal is boring. Sex is not logical, and your ass is perfect.”

Meg trembled. Ike knew what to say and how to fuck her. Henry eased his thumb in further, and Meg tilted her hips back to him. “More,” she said. Finally, she heard the crinkle of a condom wrapper and knew Henry would try to fill her. “She wants it.” Ike lifted to her. Charlie nipped at her lips. “Your ass is ideal. We don’t go for stereotypes.” As Henry pressed her, Meg tightened on Ike and knew she needed to relax. Grabbing Charlie’s cock, she tugged gently until he got the hint to stand and move closer then let her suck him. She caught Ike watching her. Kissing was one thing, but she’d craved them all. Sucking Charlie’s thick tip into her mouth, she focused on the taste and the way his cock throbbed for her. Henry was in a good inch or two before she felt a twinge. Then his hand snuck around her and strummed her clit. She shuddered and rocked on the two cocks. Ike lifted to her and kept the pace, but Henry held back. “More,” she said against Charlie’s shaft. Slowly, Henry eased back then advanced a little more. Her body, so long neglected by men, was now overwhelmed by the attention. The two cocks in her picked a pattern and like a well-trained unit fucked her. Meg held still and let them work as she sucked Charlie’s balls. Then she felt Ike pressing close. He sucked Charlie’s cock. Her eyes stayed open, locked on them as the cocks worked her. Henry spread her cheeks, and Ike thrust harder. Meg trembled and pressed her face to Charlie’s thigh as the climax spread deep in her body. Ike grunted and leaned back. Her hand gripped Charlie’s cock and stroked him as she kissed Ike. He held her to him as they came down. Henry thrust and pulled free of her. He rolled off the latex, and his cum landed on her ass. Charlie groaned and tried to pull back from Meg’s hand. She moved closer and sucked the tip until his cum filled her mouth. Lost in the taste, she licked him all over and let it coat her taste buds. Finally, Ike tugged her ponytail, and she looked at him. Sensing he wanted a share, she pinned him to the bed and kissed him deeply. His tongue rubbed over hers then Meg felt another tongue—Charlie’s on her ass. “I think we make a good team,” Ike said. “Don’t sound so surprised. I adapt well to new things.” She grinned. “Like Henry back there.”

“Truthfully, you had about half of him. But if you want more, I’m sure we can help stretch you out.” Ike squeezed her breasts. She looked away. Her chest wasn’t bad, but they were cone-shaped, as if she were still developing or had worn an old Madonna bra all her life. But the guys didn’t seem to mind. Ike continued massaging them. “Perfect. Firm. You’re what? Thirty?” “Yes. Did you look me up in the security system? Am I too old?” She’d known them for over a year, but little details like birthdays weren’t on the forefront in a military and research base. Charlie laughed. “Ike has the skills of a hermit with women. He’s got a thing for tight, firm tits. Glasses, too. He’s such a guy.” “Don’t tease.” She smacked his shoulder and eased off her men. Her ass did need work to take more, but the ache was nice. “He’s not teasing. We all have a type. You’re shocked that you’re ours?” Ike kissed her breast and sucked it fully in his mouth. Moaning, Meg didn’t care if it was a line. She wanted this, and a lot of more of it. “I think we should move this to our room. More space and supplies.” Henry grabbed her vibrating anal probe. “Sorry, I’m not quite up to you yet.” Meg wasn’t used to anyone else playing with her toys. But after three men what could be odd? Henry kissed her cheek. “Don’t worry. We’re just getting started with the fun.” Meg believed him. This would be a great holiday, and she wouldn’t let herself think beyond that.

Chapter Three

In the guys’ room, Ike helped her disrobe. Charlie and Henry pulled the covers back, got naked and stretched out together while playing with her toy. “Sure you want to share with three men?” Ike asked. She smiled. “So far it seems to be working. Don’t you want to share with me?” “We share very well but have extremely high sex drives, too.” His hands wandered down her curves and into her pussy. She moaned and leaned back on him. Wet already, she might well be up to handling this many men. His other hand cupped her breast and pinched her nipple. When he kissed her ear, he saw her eyes focused on Charlie and Henry’s play. “They’re crazy about you,” Ike said. “And each other. And you.” She turned and kissed Ike. “Let’s join them.” Ike followed her to the bed. The guys eagerly pulled her in, and Ike watched. Henry’s face was buried between her legs as Charlie kissed her mouth and groped her breasts. They’d never had a permanent woman before. Wild nights and weekends usually ended with the women thinking they were crazy. Society had certain views on things. Meg knew about the alien culture and had been part of the group who’d watched over a quad of recently crashed males who’d bonded with a female on her team. The government had broken it up and sent the aliens to another facility. The trio’s secret wouldn’t be a complete and utter shock to her, but Ike wanted her to know how she felt about them first. He didn’t want her pity or to be a sexy freak show.

If she knew now, she might worry that the higher ups would send the men away or fire her. Ike was certain they could avoid that, but if she wasn’t sure about the relationship, there was no point upsetting her. Until she loved them and was willing to take some risk to be with them, they couldn’t put her in any danger. Even then, the choice would be hers. Ike grabbed a handful of condoms and lube packets and dropped them on the bed. Once Charlie slid on protection, he coaxed Meg to ride him just as she had Ike. It didn’t take much persuasion, Ike noticed. She grabbed her toy and let it vibrate over Charlie’s chest then she slid it behind her to stimulate his sac. Charlie lifted, planting his feet on the mattress and rocking his hips up. Meg grabbed the headboard. Her smile was priceless as she straightened her glasses. But it was Henry who made the scene go from playful to scorching. He supported Charlie’s ass and rubbed lube there. “Damn, Henry!” Charlie said. Condom on, Henry pressed to Charlie’s ass and went in all the way. Meg twisted to see, and her eyes grew wide. “I thought that was for me.” Henry kissed her. “I’m going to work on you, too.” He took her toy and flipped it on. A little lube on her rear and he probed her expertly. Ike saw how Henry deliberately advanced until she tensed up. Then he pushed a little more before backing off. She kept asking for more yet Henry only listened to her body’s cues. “Ike, get in here.” Charlie waved him over. “Maybe he prefers watching? I had one boyfriend who liked porn more than pussy.” She kissed Charlie, and her hips ground to him. “Oh no, he loves pussy. We’ve been after you for damn near a year. But we had to wait for the right time. The right chance. Military men wait and plan.” Charlie shifted to meet Henry’s thrusts better, and Meg shifted back and forth. Ike knew they were stalling, not wanting her to come so fast this time. He walked over and climbed on the bed. Straddling Charlie, he kissed Meg. When she curled her arms around him, he knew he was in trouble. Kneeling, he watched as her soft lips suck his cock. Charlie had his own fun playing with Ike’s sac, but Ike focused on Meg. “Make her come, Charlie. Rub her clit,” Ike encouraged. Her eyes flew open and stared up at him. She looked so beautiful and coy with his cock in her mouth. That perfect ponytail of hers remained firmly in place. No one had wanted to

remove it. Like her glasses, they were part of her. She needed to know they loved her and wanted her just as she was. Charlie must’ve changed tactics because she moaned, her lips vibrating on Ike’s cock. Damn, she’d make him come too fast. “Her ass is eager. Just a little more playtime.” Henry twisted the toy and fucked her in shorts thrusts. “You’re doing good work. I think she likes it.” Ike watched that purple probe buzzing. It was thin, but her response said it all. Meg shouted and bucked on them, her nails digging into Ike’s flesh. “Enjoy it. We’re just getting started. I want to see this multiple orgasm thing for myself,” he said. “Oh God. I’ve never really tried that,” she confessed. “We’ll ease you into it.” Henry turned off the vibration and kept stroking in and out of her tight rear. She nodded, but Ike saw the change in sensation making her face scrunch and tense. Instead of stopping it, because deep down he suspected she craved the anal experimentation, Ike guided her back to his cock, and she eagerly sucked. Then Ike reached down and pinched her nipples. She made soft noises and wiggled a bit but didn’t pull away. In seconds, her hips rode Charlie like a champion jockey and, by default, moved on her toy without any hesitation. “You’re so natural. Sure you’ve never done this?” Charlie asked. Ike felt her lips form a smile while still pressed to his cock. “I wish,” she said. “No, we like being your first group. You might never leave this room.” Ike wrapped her hair around his hand. He’d never force her or hurt her, but damn, he wanted to possess her and keep her safe with his group forever. Meg paused and looked up. “I’m not an abductee you get to probe and force to do things. I can go to my lab and work. You have to keep me happy.” “That’s the plan.” Charlie’s voice was strained. “He’s getting off on Henry,” Ike whispered to her.

“It’s so sexy.” She sucked Ike down to the base and moaned as she fucked the cock and the toy. Ike relaxed and watched her, Henry, and Charlie together. It was beyond his dreams. The mix of lust and sharing. Her curious tongue caressed the tip of him, and Ike lost control, coming in her mouth. She moaned and licked it all up then released him and planted her hands on the bed so she could fuck Charlie harder. Ike moved to her side and spread her pussy lips fully. Rubbing her clit, he watched the pleasure in her face and how her hips changed direction to grind on Charlie. She shook a little, and Charlie grabbed her hips to hold her. Henry put the toy aside and rammed Charlie’s ass like the experienced lovers they were. The chain reaction left Meg bouncing wildly with the men steadying her. But Ike didn’t let up on her clit. He changed from rubbing to tapping, and when she looked at him, he gave in. His teeth snagged a perky nipple and tugged it. Flicking her flesh with his tongue, he watched her eyelashes flutter. “Again,” she gasped. Charlie shouted and cursed as his body froze. “Yes, you come for me.” Henry ground to Charlie’s ass. Ike winked at Meg. “They get a little wild.” Her hands grabbed his head and pulled him in for a kiss. With no curiosity or uncertainty, her mouth claimed his like a prize. Their tongues worked together as she slouched into him. He held her and lifted her off the men. “Had enough already?” Henry teased as he and Charlie got rid of the used protection. “I’m tired of riding. Didn’t sign on to be a cowgirl. But I haven’t gotten to taste you yet.” She patted the bed. “I think we’ve unleashed her lustier side.” Charlie flopped on the bed and kissed her shoulder. Henry set the toy aside and stretched out on the bed. “I think she always had it. We might just have enough cock and endurance to keep her satisfied.” Ike wondered if they were right. Meg was special. If this kept up, they’d found their true mate. Human or not, it could work.

Meg nuzzled Henry’s sac and licked it playfully. The view of her tight ass and the gentle flare of her hips sticking up in the air made Ike’s cock respond. But his mouth needed to get there more. She wasn’t shy; her legs were spread for comfort and support. On his back, Ike slid under her and lifted up his head to eat her pussy. “Oh Ike,” she moaned. Something stirred deep in him when she said his name. She already knew whose mouth was whose. She pressed down to him and wiggled her hips. Ike loved the smear of pussy juices on his chin as he repositioned to devour her. But Ike wasn’t alone. He felt Charlie crawling over his body and felt Meg tense. Charlie licked her ass and that tender spot between her openings. A team player, Ike grabbed her ass cheeks and spread them. In thank you, Charlie rubbed his cock to Ike’s. The connection between the men was genetically imprinted. They were a team in sex and in life, and nothing could come between them. In their case, it worked well. Ike enjoyed it, but his need for a female, the right female, had grown more and more demanding. While Charlie and Henry were eager, Ike had been fighting the need for Meg since her first day at the compound. Licking her delicate folds, he increased his pressure until she pressed to him again. The ass play had her curious, but he wanted to make her come again and again. “Meg, don’t stop,” Henry grunted. Ike had no idea what she was doing to Henry, but her moans and Henry’s swearing meant Henry had come. “Flip over,” Charlie said. Meg did just that, sprawling on her back and arching, with dots of cum on her chin. In seconds, Charlie kissed them off. “She’s not done.” Ike turned over then spread her legs and dug in his tongue to find her clit again. “Oh yes.” Her hips lifted. “Don’t hog her pussy.” Charlie went back to her bottom half and lifted her ass off the bed. The men supported her curved position, and Ike ate her pussy while Charlie worked lower. Henry dipped his head and sucked her tits like a man who’d never seen breasts before.

Ike could feel her pleasure, but it was even better when she moaned and asked for it. Dipping a finger into her cunt, he felt her tighten on him. “Please, more. I need it. Finger me.” He could fuck her but wanted to watch her come, not get caught up in his own lust. Two fingers filled her, and he spread them, curling the digits and making her tremble. “Harder, Ike.” She lifted for more. Thrusting the fingers fully into her, he increased the force until she gasped and her pussy clamped down on his digits like a vise. His thumb rubbed her clit, and her hips snapped as she screamed. Her juices flowed, and Ike knew her sex drive had been ignored for too long. “Way to go,” Charlie whispered. “She’s ours.” Ike had to agree, but it was too early to claim victory. Once her body stopped pulsing on his fingers, he pulled them free and Charlie licked her pussy as if she were the fountain of youth. Henry moved back and cradled her head in his lap. “I think you wore her out.” Meg’s hand pressed to her lower stomach just above her slit. “No, it’s so good. I want more.” “You can have all you want, but we need to sleep sometime—and do our work.” Ike kissed her knee. Charlie kissed her slit one last time and snuggled to her right side. “You’re so gorgeous when you come like that.” Her face turned red, and she looked away, but Ike could tell she loved the compliment. Something in her eyes wanted more. He pressed to her left side and hoped she didn’t want to retreat to the privacy of her own room tonight. “You’re both hard. You can’t sleep like that.” Her words were true, but her body didn’t move. “I can take care of that,” Henry said. Henry got up and walked around to the foot of the bed where he crawled on her but took a cock in each hand. Stroking them, he sucked one then the other. Ike couldn’t deny the great feeling of a strong fist working his cock, but he held onto the soft female while the trio watched Henry get off his two men. Charlie rearranged the pillows so they could prop their heads up. Ike saw the passion in Meg’s eyes.

“We’re not exactly normal, but you fit right in. You’re welcome to spend the night.” Ike held her tight. “You three are amazing.” She kissed Charlie then Ike. “So together and so sexy. It’s like those alien bonded groups.” Meg looked to Henry just in time to see Charlie come all over her hip. Henry licked it up then focused on Ike. “We won’t be abducting you or anything.” Ike played to her joke. “So you’ll stay?” “Come for me first.” She scratched her nails over his nipple and kissed him. Ike lost control instantly and shuddered as Henry licked up the cum as it came out. “Happy?” he asked. She nodded. “What are the sleeping arrangements?” “Anywhere you want. Plenty of room for four.” Henry climbed on top of her kissed her mouth. Meg grinned and returned the kiss. “I figured this wasn’t your first time.” **** The next morning, Charlie enjoyed the rush of success. While Meg had gone back to her room before the general population began to stir, the early morning make-out sessions reassured Charlie that things were on track. She’d promised to meet them in the cafeteria for breakfast. The men dressed in the usual jeans and black shirts with the logo for their department. They were on duty today, but first, breakfast with their girl. “You’re smug smile is annoyingly cute.” Henry slapped Charlie’s denim-clad rear. “Stop. We all wanted it to work out, and it did.” Charlie shrugged. “You don’t think she suspects something?” Henry asked. “She’s smart. If she doesn’t, I’m shocked. She made an alien comment already.” Ike buckled his belt. Charlie shook his head. “Please. She’s brilliant, but I think she was more interested in us and the sex. Humans do wild stuff in bed too so why not take a hint from the aliens.” “Why don’t we just tell her?” Henry said. Charlie nodded. Ike glared. “Not yet. She could freak out the first time we try to hang out in public. As soon as everyone gets back from the holiday she could overreact.”

“We’re not waiting that long to tell her,” Charlie said. “Besides, Meg isn’t like that.” “Let’s start by not keeping her waiting.” Henry headed out the door. **** Ten minutes later, they claimed a table in the deserted cafeteria. When Meg walked in, Charlie couldn’t help his smile. No one would have any idea of the naughty things she’d done last night, but she looked right at them and didn’t seem at all concerned about anyone else. No shame or fear. She grabbed some breakfast and joined them. She was in her usual ponytail, but there seemed to be a little extra bounce in her curls. Her dress was pale blue with vines of purple flowers today. Her fashion sense only endeared her more to Charlie. “Morning,” she said. Charlie and Henry were on one side of the table, and she took the seat next to Ike. She started in on her eggs and looked around. “You look bright-eyed as ever. Not worn out?” Charlie asked. She sipped her coffee and looked at all of them. “Not at all. Oddly energized actually. I do have a question.” “Ask us anything. We’ve got nothing to hide,” Henry said. Charlie saw the look between Ike and Henry and tried not to smile. “How did you three get assigned a room together? I know there are some married couples, but this is something I haven’t heard of.” She bit into a strip of bacon. “We were hired in as a unit. Transferred as part of the military. So we’re used to bunking together. In the field or in barracks. We can’t discuss our missions, but you get used to someone watching your back. We made it clear we wanted shared space.” Ike nodded. Meg licked her lips. “So no one suspects you three are together?” “It’s four now,” Charlie said. She shot him a smile. “I don’t think I’m officially moving my sleeping quarters to yours yet. That’s a little fast.” “Don’t let him rush you.” Ike put his hand on her back. Charlie loved how they all made little moves toward her. “It’s a big change to date three guys. Not something you can casually ease into.”

Meg nodded. “I guess so. You’re serious about the relationship part? At first, I thought maybe it was just sex. Holiday fun.” “Is that what you’re looking for? You’re sure you don’t have some lab guys on your booty call list?” Charlie asked. She kicked him under the table. “No! That’s the hard part. Having this much fun then going to nothing. I’m not sure I could. I still can’t really believe that was me last night, but it seemed very natural. Obviously, some cultures practice different pairings. Like the aliens I dealt with last year. And your military conditioning makes sense. Fewer available women out there.” “So we’re on for tonight?” Henry asked. “Definitely. Unless you’re busy?” Her eyes darted from man to man. “We’ve got the day shift so we’re all yours after work,” Ike said. “Sounds good. Anything special in mind?” she asked. “Dinner will be here so don’t get too excited. Once we’re alone we can get creative.” Charlie smiled at her. “And for dessert, we were sent a box of fancy chocolate from a former buddy in arms’ wife. She always sends us a little something on the holidays. I think she feels sorry for the three bachelors,” Henry added. “Sounds great! Did you do something with his wife?” Meg asked. Charlie swallowed his coffee before he choked. “No, nothing like that. We did what we could and got his body back for her. It was rough.” Meg’s face scrunched and her glasses shifted. “I don’t know how you could face that. If there were any chance I’d end up overseas, I’d take a nice safe job in a university somewhere. Combat and death are not for me.” “Don’t think about it. Your brain is needed elsewhere. And if you’re too tired tonight and don’t want to play, don’t worry about it. This isn’t a high-pressure thing. You’ve got your own job to do.” Ike finished off his coffee. “True. More experimenting to do. It’s just hard when I can’t be sure it’ll work. But don’t think you’re getting out of sex.” “What’s the weapon? Charlie said something about a dust.” Henry shrugged. “Basically, yes. The aliens’ biggest protection is their skin. It can change to mimic elephant hide or grow fur if they’re cold. It’s genetically engineered to protect them in any

situation. It’s not shocking given the history of the wars the Keelons wage and what we’ve learned from the refugees. Breeding for males that are difficult to hurt makes sense.” “And your weapon attacks the skin?” Ike asked. She nodded. “Yes. Exterminators use chemicals that break down the exoskeleton of certain bugs. So I applied that concept to the alien skin. If it can change that easily, I just needed to find something to interrupt that shift and cause pain and damage so it can’t go back together. That way, if we’re attacked, we can defend ourselves.” “Defense is important,” Ike agreed. “Hopefully, the abduction activity goes down. I’ve heard the abduction numbers are up but not normal.” Meg chewed her lower lip. “I don’t get the detailed reports, but I’ll do what I can.” Ike’s phone buzzed, and he looked at it. “Actually, there is something on the list for you today. We’re getting a delivery.” “On the holiday break?” Henry asked. “National security never rests. Did you request anything?” Ike asked Meg. “No. I have no idea what it could be. I don’t have any staff to handle bigger experiments or testing right now.” “The notes say we’re to keep things contained and under observation until there are further instructions. But it is to be delivered to your lab.” Ike shrugged. “That’s the military way. We’ll get it set up. There’s some sort of containment area that needs to go in. This takes priority so you’ll be seeing a lot of us today.” Meg sighed. “That part I don’t mind, but sometimes I hate this top secret crap in my job. National security is important, but we’re all on the same team. My security clearance isn’t enough?” She rolled her eyes. “We’re delivery guys today. Don’t take it personally. Plus you could go to a think tank or university, I’m sure. No drama and maybe more money,” Henry teased. “You’d miss me too much. You three wouldn’t fit at either place. Plus, those places require more sucking up and office politics than I can handle.” She gave them a big smile before heading off. “I’ll see you guys later for the containment setup. Drop off the package when it gets here. Suspicious seems to be the theme for this holiday. I’ve got work to do.”

Chapter Four

Ike, Henry and Charlie plus a few others walked into the lab and began setting up a mobile containment unit. Plastic walls that went from floor to ceiling and a seal ensured it was airtight. “What the hell are you doing to my lab?” Meg walked from her office and lifted her glasses as if she didn’t believe her eyes. “Containment facility.” Ike shrugged. “We warned you.” “What are we containing? A mountain lion?” She propped her hands on her hips and walked inside and out. Ike smiled but quickly made his expression go to neutral again. He loved her view of the world and fearless approach. She’d do just fine if she was dropped in enemy territory, and she’d be bored in a university setting. She belonged with them. “It’s supposed to be locked and clean. Get out of the way, Meg.” Henry ushered her back as the men fitted the door to the frame and made sure it sealed tightly. “Testing.” Charlie hit a button and colored smoke escaped from one of the corners. Ike sealed it off, and they watched for more breaches. “Looks solid. Air it out, bring in the equipment and I’ll let Meg set the lock code.” “What is it?” she asked. “Not yet.” He nodded to the keypad. She popped in a code and tested it. They backed away from the door as the men brought in four cots and chairs. One table and a few boxes followed. Ike nodded to the three add-ons who’d helped. “That’s all. Thanks, guys.” The men nodded and exited.

“Sorry, they don’t know what’s going in here. We can’t let more people know than absolutely necessary.” Ike sighed. “Wait a second. The plane with our delivery hasn’t touched down.” Charlie moved in and kissed Meg softly. She blushed and looked around as if her staff was there. “Hi.” Ike felt a little guilty about overlooking affection, but he had a job to do. He’d make it up to her later. Charlie and Henry were better at shifting from personal to business. When Meg went over to kiss Henry, Ike braced for the arousal. She approached him. “Is it against the rules?” she asked. He smiled. “You don’t follow the rules all the time. I like your boldness.” Meg kissed his chin and slid up to tempt his mouth. The shot of need grew in him, and Ike didn’t back away. “No one ever called me bold before. I’m stubborn and difficult. A nerd with conviction.” She grinned at him. “You’re no nerd.” Ike knew her appearance fit the definition. She wasn’t a beauty in the way humans defined perfection, but she was unique with sharp features and by no means unattractive. “So what’s going in here? People? I’m not a babysitter.” Meg walked around inside. Ike knew she’d figure it out. He didn’t want to have to say it. “It’s going to upset her,” Charlie whispered to Ike. “We can’t change it.” Henry moved close. “Tell her the truth and let her experiment on us.” “Are you crazy?” Charlie’s jaw dropped. “We’re not getting tortured. There has to be another way.” Ike held up a hand. “Stop. We aren’t volunteering for anything until we know the plan for the guests. It might have nothing to do with her experiment.” “Right, because they’re under her care and she was kept back from holiday leave for an experiment she can’t complete without a lab rat, or four, to test on.” Charlie shook his head. Meg stalked out of the enclosure. “No! No way.” “What’s wrong?” Ike asked.

She pointed at it. “There are four cots. You’re bringing back the aliens for me to test on. I’m not going to hurt people or animals or anything.” “Relax, Meg. We don’t know your orders yet.” Henry rubbed her shoulders. “I won’t do it.” She folded her arms. Ike shrugged. “We don’t make these decisions or give you orders, Meg. But the aliens you had here last year are the people to be housed there until further notice. If you can think of another way to test your dust, it might spare people pain.” She sighed. “I’m sorry. I know it’s not your choice or your plan. When did I start killing the messenger?” Charlie hugged her. “You think of us personally now. More than friends or co-workers.” He kissed her neck softly. The heat in the room went up, and Henry moved in and kissed her mouth. “You’re brilliant. You can figure out a way to avoid hurting people and still get the info you need.” Ike wanted to jump in, but they’d have to stop. The flight was due to touch down any moment. “Don’t get ahead of yourself, Meg. This might have more to do with the abduction increases. If one of the aliens volunteers to be your guinea pig, that’s different. They were fleeing their own people and crashed here. It’s in their interest to be able to defend against the Keelons, as well. They might have ideas or suggestions. So don’t jump to conclusions.” Meg leaned on Charlie then stepped toward Ike. She gave him a quick kiss on the cheek that made him feel valued in a new way. “What was that for?” “You made me stop and think. I tend to go in one direction full-steam ahead, and while I’m usually right, sometimes I miss something in my hurry to find the answer.” She moved into his personal space and kissed him deeply. “How long do we have?” Ike’s phone went off, and he picked up it. “Sorry. The flight just landed. You stay here.” He kissed her hard on the lips one last time before forcing his brain to the work at hand. Four aliens were being treated like prisoners. True, Ike and his crew had been raised by the government and socialized as human. But according to all reports, these four men had never hurt a human or caused any problems. Their only offense was making one of Meg’s colleagues their mate. The government refused to allow it. The men were furious, and Ike had to sympathize. If anyone took him from Meg, he wouldn’t tolerate it. Ike and his crew had enough knowledge of Earth to run or make life

hell for the military until they got their way. The new aliens had no advantages, but it’d been a year since they crashed. Ike hoped this would be a good thing and Meg’s fears wouldn’t come to pass. **** Twenty minutes later, Ike and his guys returned with four aliens who looked as human as her men did. Meg recognized the four, and they smiled at her. They were dressed in white jumpsuits and triple handcuffed. Her blood pressure spiked at the restraints. Their strength was superior, but the government wanted to act as though they could control them. The men were also very thin and pale. “Are you guys okay?” she asked. Regon, their leader stepped forward. “We’re fine, Dr. Lyle. Don’t worry about us. Is Liz here?” The men were all looking around, and Meg felt bad. “I’m sorry. Liz is off for the Christmas holiday now. She went to visit her parents. But she’ll be back in about a week.” The men looked disappointed, but Regon nodded. “But she is coming back?” “Of course. She still works here. She’ll be thrilled to see you.” Meg glared at Ike. “Take those off.” “Once they’re inside,” Ike said. “Have they been exposed to some contamination?” she demanded. “Doubtful. We’ve been at another military facility. The flight was not long. But this has some privacy and that is appreciated. The walls aren’t clear.” Regon studied the enclosure. Meg frowned. The pod was private but small for four men. “Okay, well, it’s set up by a bathroom so you can freshen up and change. I imagine you’ll want to rest. I’ll check on you in a few hours and have some food brought down. If you need anything, just let me know.” “Thank you.” Regon smiled slightly. Henry went inside with the men and removed the handcuffs. Meg glared at Ike. “How can you tolerate that?” “Orders. We don’t know the whole story.”

“Well, thank you, but I know those men. A year ago, they were parked not far from there while they recovered from a crash. At that time, there was need to contain and observe them. They’re harmless men in love with Liz—oh God, Liz!” She grabbed her phone. “No!” Ike grabbed it. “I’m just going to tell her they’re back. She’ll be thrilled. The poor girl was heartbroken when they were taken away. I’m amazed she didn’t quit.” Meg couldn’t believe Ike was so antiromance. “If she’d left her job, the odds of her ever seeing them again would have been absolutely zero. I love how impulsive and passionate you are. And how much you care about your friend.” Charlie hugged her. “Calm down, Meg. They’re not going anywhere. Let them settle in.” The scent of Charlie soothed her. Meg knew the caution was smart, but she hated to see aliens being punished because her government was cruel. “Those men are refugees, not prisoners. I know they needed to assimilate to our world and we had to be sure they weren’t out to hurt us, but don’t you think a year is enough?” Ike moved in. “The abductions have only increased. Maybe the aliens want those four back. Maybe they are part of a plan and don’t even know it. We don’t have enough information about them to conclude anything. We won’t make this any harder than it absolutely has to be. Whatever they want—to eat, movies or books, and exercise time in the gym—is all fine with me. I’m not trying to make it worse.” Meg frowned but nodded. “Just like prison.” Henry stepped out of the enclosure and closed the door behind him. “They’re doing okay. Fresh clothes, showers but they look exhausted. Let them sleep, Meg.” She hugged Henry then Ike. “I’m sorry. I hate this. I hate that I made something that could hurt them.” Ike held her, and she felt secure. “You aren’t out to hurt them but to protect them. They were running from something. Let’s just go in your office and calm down in private.” Ike walked her that way. Meg’s brain jumped in a hundred directions at once. As soon as she was in her office, she sat at her desk and got on her computer. “No emailing Liz!” Ike said.

“I’m not. I’m emailing Commander Hastings. He emailed me with orders to keep them safe and quiet. Also, he wants me to test the dust weapon on them if it’s ready. That’s not going to happen.” “You’ve got some nerve emailing him while he’s off the base. At least, you got your orders,” Charlie said. “I’m just appealing to him for some humanitarian treatment for them. Less restraints and so on.” She paused then deleted the message. “No, I won’t. My lab, my call.” “What does that mean?” Henry asked. She smiled. “It means I’d rather beg forgiveness than ask permission. Once I’m sure they’re still on our side and love Liz, I’m leaving that door open. I won’t alert Liz because she should have her holiday with her family. But while they’re here, I don’t want them locked up all the time.” Ike shook his head. “You’re asking for trouble.” She smiled. “Tough. If you’re so worried, you can stay in my lab all the time and monitor the activity.” “I like that idea.” Henry leaned in and kissed her. Charlie slid in and nuzzled her neck. “Don’t start. We don’t have all the supplies.” She moaned. “Your desk isn’t equipped for group sex?” Ike asked. Meg turned and kissed Charlie. She wanted to enjoy her guys right now, but leaving wasn’t an option yet. “Sorry, no. We can keep it oral.” Charlie opened one of his pockets and dropped at least a dozen condoms on her desk. Henry did the same with lube packets. “I guess you’re set for a day or two.” Ike winked and lifted her up onto her desk. “This is weird.” She looked at the door. No one would come in. Still, Henry moved over and locked the door for her. She nodded and kicked off her flats when he returned and removed her lab coat. “I’ve never done this in my office—anything sexual, I mean. So there are no government monitors in here?” she asked. Charlie slid his hand under her skirt and pulled off her panties in one smooth motion. “Not that we know of.”

Ike stepped in behind her and tugged off her dress. Meg reached for her bra. It wasn’t so much a necessity as a habit, but she liked the feel of lace. “Leave it on.” Ike leaned down and sucked her breasts through the silver lace then tugged down one cup to reveal her flesh. Henry was on her other breast quickly. They truly seemed to enjoy her form. Meg reclined on her desk and felt very wanton. When Charlie kissed her slit, Meg opened her eyes and the view of her office sent chills of naughty fun through her. Opening her legs, Meg handed him a condom. No time for a marathon. They could go all night! She needed relief fast and had to get back to work. Charlie opened his fly and rubbed his erection along her wet pussy for at least a minute. When he paused, she moaned for more. Finally, he wrapped his hard cock and slid into her deep. His confidence turned her on. When Charlie leaned in, she kissed his mouth then watched him share her breast with Henry. There was barely room for the two of them on her tit, but they shared well. Turning to Ike, she kissed him and wanted to suck his cock. Her brain felt like mush as Charlie fucked her. Heat spread deep in her and her climax happened fast and hard. She sat up more as her cunt squeezed him. But Charlie didn’t come, and he didn’t stay. Instead, he traded places with Ike. Ike put on protection and kept on his clothes. They’d planned this? She didn’t care! They were amazing. When Ike filled her, she lifted like a woman who couldn’t get enough. Charlie played with her breast but as she arched back, he offered his shaft to her. Meg went flat on her back and sucked Charlie’s member. Henry’s appeared on her other side and she’d found heaven in her office! Licking one erection and then the other, she let Ike grind her toward another orgasm while she indulged in beautiful cock hard for her. This could go to her head! In the past, she’d only ever been confident about her brains. Beauty was where she took the automatic backseat. Now, she felt like the sexiest woman in the world as she sucked one tight set of balls then changed to the other. Ike’s pace increased, and she moaned as her hips met him. He’d come in

her. He had to! She tightened on him deliberately, knowing it would hasten her release and annoy him. “You stop it or you’ll be left horny and needy,” he threatened. “I’ve got toys.” She smiled and changed tactics, relaxing and letting him have his way. He gripped her hips and rocked her as she focused on sucking Charlie. His mouth was on her stomach as he fucked her mouth faster. When he reached down and rubbed her clit, Meg was a goner and came all over Ike’s cock as if it were her toy. He kept right on thrusting until he came, buried inside her. Watching Ike’s face and having the sensation of him deep inside her extended Meg’s orgasm, and she wanted more. “That’s what I want to see.” Henry stepped back, and Meg had to let go of his cock. Charlie moved down and rubbed his erection over her breast as Ike claimed her mouth with his. She kissed him feverishly, but the feel of hot shaft on her breast made Meg shiver from head-to-toe. But what Henry was up to made her gasp. His cock was protected, but the lube had been unnecessary until now. The cool sensation on her asshole made her squirm. “Want it or do I go for your pussy?” he asked. Thus far, he hadn’t gone for her pussy of his own desire, and there was no doubt she wanted to prove her body could take all three at once. The very idea made her wet. But she wanted Henry to know she wasn’t just using him in her ass. “Take whatever you want. We’ll see if Charlie ever comes.” Taking the challenge, Charlie jumped up on the desk and straddled her chest, sliding his member between her tits. She laughed. “You’re not serious. I don’t have enough to do that.” “The hell you don’t!” Ike’s hand pressed to either side of her chest and brought her breasts together. He was so strong! He licked her tits playfully, but his grip stayed tight. Charlie’s cock pressed between her pointy nipples, and it felt like a kinky fantasy come true. Letting the men work, she watched Charlie. Henry slid into her a few inches, and she took a deep breath. Ike and Charlie’s play distracted her and she relaxed as Henry moved deeper and backed up while rubbing her clit. Groaning, Meg lifted her hips and pulled Ike’s head to her mouth. Kissing him was a delicious distraction until Charlie started fucking her tits faster. Meg and Ike watched as Charlie

came all over her chest. It turned her on as she’d never imagined. Henry advanced, and she tightened and gasped until she could ease back. “You’re amazing. Relax. It’s not all or nothing now.” Ike rubbed the cum into her breasts. Charlie kissed her mouth and climbed off. He moved next to Henry and nudged his hand away. Charlie’s tongue worked her clit, and Meg arched again. She might not get it all, but she had to get off once more, or she’d never be able to focus on her work. Guiding Ike to her breasts, she watched him suck her nipples as Charlie ate her pussy and Henry worked into her ass. Her friend Liz wasn’t crazy. She was absolutely right—more men was amazing but it couldn’t be explained. You had to experience it. Meg had no idea what she’d do with a fourth. Three was plenty of men for her! She needed them so much in only one day. Henry moved deeper, and her muscles tensed in the sweet ache she needed more of. Charlie tongued her clit, and Meg lost all control. The climax took over, and she writhed on her desk as three men had her body. Ike held her, but Charlie kept on licking and Henry fucked her ass to the point that she lost control. There was a burning sensation she wanted to get beyond, but he came in her ass and pressed to her, licking her breast. Charlie joined him, and she shuddered in aftershocks. She ran her hands over Henry’s shoulders and felt quivering. Her nails dug in to check. His skin vibrated slightly. The theory that had been spinning in the back of her mind since last night was confirmed. It was too coincidental. Meg had no idea how, but these three were aliens. Very humanized aliens, but the skin didn’t lie. Top secret was part of life so she couldn’t push the issue. It was too wonderful with them to screw it up yet. “Am I close?” she asked Henry. “Almost there. But next time I’m getting pussy and you can try out another one.” He kissed her lips slowly. That helped her body calm down. All this male flesh made her want to forget work, her guests and everything else in the world. They deserved a vacation, too. But her guests deserved better than they were getting. Meg owed it to Liz to do her job. “Your brain is working again.” Ike tugged her ponytail playfully. “If I don’t get back to work, I never will. You’re still on duty, soldier.” She smiled up at him.

Henry and Charlie helped her to sit up. Meg shivered. Without all the body heat, she looked for her dress. Ike slid it over her head. Meg adjusted her bra underneath and slowly scooted to the edge of her desk to enjoy the feeling of her body being used for wonderful things. “You okay?” Charlie asked. Meg nodded. “Liz really should know they’re back.” Henry kissed her cheek. Charlie did the same then gave Meg her lab coat. Ike hugged her from behind. “I understand why you feel that way. Let it be a great surprise. She won’t get more vacation time if she comes back early, and she needs to see her family. Who knows how this will play out for her?” Closing her eyes, Meg took hold of her growing emotions. She’d been attracted to these men and interested in them. Now, she was attached, and it grew by the minute. But she couldn’t project onto Liz’s men. “I know you’re right. Now, one more question before you can get back to work.” “What’s that? We’ll do anything we can to help you.” Henry gave her hand a squeeze. “Thanks. Where’s my underwear?” She looked around. “Damn. You really don’t need them.” Charlie pulled them out of his pocket. Meg grabbed them and tried not to smile. “They’re not a g-string or thong.” She needed to get sexier underwear on her next trip into Vegas! Charlie winked at her. “Works for us.” “See you guys for dinner.” She rolled her eyes and slid on the white cotton panties. She had yet to figure out how she’d wait until dinner for more of them yet.

Chapter Five

Another day had passed and things hummed along without incident. Another romantic dinner and great sex though the alien issue hung in the air, but nothing changed. The guys debated telling her the truth, but all of them wanted to make Christmas Eve a little special for Meg even if they were locked up in Dreamland. Charlie had convinced the kitchen staff to deliver a special dinner to the lab. As they walked into her territory, Charlie spotted Meg sucking a candy cane. Her dress was perfectly on theme, green with little red flowers. “Merry Christmas.” He kissed her on the lips. “You, too!” She kissed Ike and Henry, as well. “So what’s the big surprise?” Charlie wondered if the relationship felt normal yet. For years, they’d doubted they could find a woman who’d fulfill their alien needs and relationship model. Finally, they had, but that didn’t mean it would be easy for her to adjust. “Why don’t you be patient?” Ike threaded tinsel into her ponytail. “No! Stop playing.” She walked away from the troublemaker. “Whatever it is, there better be enough to go around.” Charlie put an arm around her. “Of course. Look, it’s the holidays. It’s just dinner. A nice home-cooked meal—or as close as we get to it here.” Just then, the lab doors opened and a row of cooks walked in carrying heavy trays. “How did you get them to do this?” she asked. “Your guests can’t go to the mess hall, even under guard. It’s too exposed. So we brought a holiday meal to them.” Henry nodded to the pod.

“That’s so sweet. They haven’t been very chatty. They don’t know exactly where they were, and their guards weren’t very open. They endured interrogations and tests. I think they just want to see Liz.” “A good meal can’t hurt them.” Ike shrugged. She smiled. “You’re all so nice. They don’t celebrate Christmas, but they might as well get into the spirit because Liz does.” “I think she wants to be alone with us.” Charlie winked at Henry. Meg blushed and adjusted her glasses. “Stop it. I love being with you guys, but it’s the holidays. I really appreciate you including them. We can be alone all night.” She opened the door. Charlie shook his head. As she’d promised, the door wasn’t locked. The aliens could close it for privacy, but they weren’t locked in except for security posted outside the lab doors. The woman had courage and conviction. Before they all knew it, they’d love her. Charlie now truly admired her. “Come on out and stretch your legs. Dinner and some holiday fun.” She pointed the way. The cook staff hustled out of there quickly when the aliens emerged. Charlie wondered what they’d say if they knew part of the security team had the same alien DNA. “Get started. I’ve got one thing to grab.” Meg headed to her office. Charlie and Henry exchanged curious looks. Then Meg returned with a big bowl and two containers. She poured one fully into the bowl and added a ladle. Then she mixed in some liquid from the other bottle. “Eggnog?” Ike asked. “I didn’t make it too strong.” Meg grabbed a cup and began serving. “Eggs are for breakfast. Not drinking.” One of the aliens stared at the liquid. Meg giggled. “Eggs can be a lot of things. This is a creamy drink with some alcohol. I had it sent along on the last supply run.” “You’re getting the aliens drunk?” Charlie shook his head. “No, not drunk. But I know they’ve probably never had it unless Liz gave them some. It’s Christmas. I didn’t have presents bought for you guys or anything. This is all I could think of for a treat. The lab guys ate all of my mom’s fudge before they left.” She shrugged and handed out more cups.

Ike took a sip and nodded. “They should probably eat dinner first.” Meg nodded. “Let’s dig in.” The group of eight sampled ham, roast turkey, stuffing, rolls and green beans, and soon, the food was gone. No one talked of abductions or experiments. The worry was forgotten. Everything one wanted in a holiday was there. Still Charlie felt bad for his fellow aliens, but he’d been in lockdown and under quarantine once upon a time, too. Three years was hard and scary for children. Hopefully, the new aliens’ confinement would be shorter. “I’m stuffed.” Meg didn’t look an ounce heavier, but she’d cleaned her plate and had a slice of fruitcake. “This is disgusting.” Regon set the fruitcake aside and finished his eggnog. “Not my eggnog?” Meg looked over at him. “No, the cake. Your drink is delicious.” Regon poured another glass. Ike walked over. “Be careful. You’re not used to alcohol. It can make you tired or feel funny. Don’t have too much.” The caution was good, but Charlie saw it was too late. Two of the guests were kissing under the mistletoe. Maybe, they’d learned a bit about the holidays from Liz last year. Charlie nodded to Meg. “Aww!” She grabbed her phone and snapped a picture. “Don’t send it,” Charlie warned. Meg pouted and put her glass of eggnog down. “You’re so mean. They deserve love, too. Fine, I’ll give it to Liz when she’s back. I get three men. Why can’t she have four?” Henry took her cell phone and put it aside. “We didn’t say she can’t have them. We’re all for it. But let her have her holiday and not rush back here to deal with this. Until the commander comes back, we can’t know exactly what the purpose is.” He took her glass. “Meg, my dear, I think you’ve had enough.” “I’m fine. I never drink. Well, margaritas in grad-school. There was a great Mexican restaurant our study group went to.” She frowned. “I’m not using them for guinea pigs, no matter what the commander says.” Regon walked over. “The weapon you mentioned?” “Meg?” Ike asked.

“Oh hush. I wasn’t tipsy when I told them. They deserve the truth. I want to see if there’s a way to test it without hurting anyone. Plus I’ll make the commander tell me that’s why they’re here in person. Email orders like that don’t fly for me. I won’t do it anyway. I won’t hurt people.” Meg nodded. “We don’t want to endanger your job or Liz’s. If you need something from us, we’ll help you. We trust you.” Regon sat next to her. Charlie moved in. “She’s fine. We’ve got her.” Meg pulled away. “I am fine! I’m not testing something that causes such intense pain. Not without a reversal. The antidote. I’m working on it next.” ET hopped up and licked Meg’s hand. “When did your cat turn up?” Ike asked. “Yesterday. She ran off that first night you guys raided my room. I knew she couldn’t get off the base, but she must’ve hid somewhere. And now I know for sure. Look at her. She’s pregnant. Those strays you let roam the airstrip impregnated her.” She pointed at Ike. “You should’ve gotten her fixed.” Henry rubbed the cat’s back until it purred. Meg shook her head. “She was a gift from my niece. They raise these cats. It’s what my sister calls a career. Anyway, they’re purebred cats, and they asked me not to in case they wanted to breed her. Now, she’ll have fuzzy half-mutt kittens. But ET likes it in the pod with the aliens. She’ll probably give birth in there.” Regon picked up ET. “We don’t mind. It’s nice to take care of something. If Liz has offspring with us, they’d be some sort of hybrid or half breed.” “Shh. Don’t say that too loud. I’m not sure what the government plans are for you, but that might piss them off.” Meg walked to the dessert table and filled a huge mug with black coffee. Charlie watched her down the mug then pour another. “You okay?” he asked. “Fine. I love eggnog, but I hate the buzzed feeling. I usually only drink flavored or fruity things, like frozen margaritas. I overdid it, but the coffee should straighten that out.” She took a long gulp. “Now, she’ll never sleep and Santa won’t come.” Henry grinned. “I think we better get those four back into their room before the kitchen staff comes to collect their dishes.” Ike nodded to the couple of aliens now half-naked under the mistletoe.

Regon nodded. “Agreed. I think the eggnog has dulled everyone’s senses, but it’s a holiday. Thank you for sharing it with us.” He and the other sober alien steered the duo into the pod. ET followed with a swish of her tail. “Lock them in for the night.” Ike nodded to Meg. “No locking. It’s wrong.” She sipped her third mug of coffee. Henry walked over and took her mug. “You’re going to over-caffeinate. Come on. Lock them in so no one can get to them. The kitchen crew has to clean up. You don’t want any issues.” Looking clearer, Meg nodded and walked an almost perfectly straight line to the keypad. She punched in the code and Ike tried the door. It was locked. “Now what?” Meg asked. Charlie hugged her from behind. “We didn’t get you any material gifts, either. Sorry.” Meg shrugged. “Christmas is too commercial anyway. It’s about being with the people you love, who don’t judge or belittle you.” She kissed his cheek. “So we can take you back to our room and share the spirit of giving and loving all night?” Ike kissed her mouth. “Sounds perfect. I just wish Liz could be with her guys on Christmas.” Meg looked genuinely sad for her friend. “I’m sorry. Next year. Things aren’t easy, like having three boyfriends. Hopefully, it’s worth it.” Henry held out a hand. Meg took it, and the quad walked toward the offices. “I think it’s worth it.” Meg grabbed the mistletoe as they walked out the main lab door. Charlie couldn’t wait to see where she hung it. **** Meg was the perfect mix of relaxed and clear-headed. As much as she loved her guys, she’d put together the truth about them in two days, but they hadn’t confessed. The eggnog hadn’t loosened their lips even though rum acted on aliens even more strongly than on humans. They’d been careful not to overindulge. They could have good reasons, but that wasn’t good enough for Meg. Flopping on the bed, she understood their fear. If the truth came out, the government might lock them up, too. She’d keep them safe, but some secrets went viral once uttered. No one could overhear it. If they didn’t tell her by New Year’s, and they were still together, she’d call

them on it. A small part of her worried this group relationship would get called off by the guys. It was great now, but once everyone was back, how could they hide their true natures and be in an alien-style relationship? The guys were undressing, and she watched them happily. “Your brain is working too hard.” Ike leaned over and grabbed her feet. “It always is. I won’t let them hurt the aliens— or any of the aliens who want asylum. I know there are more. Those four will help us fight the Keelons. They make Liz so happy.” Meg knew she wasn’t quite as articulate as usual, but she meant every word. “We’re with you. But you can’t fix it tonight. Give us a chance to make you happy.” Ike pulled off her shoes then slid his hands under her skirt. Meg grinned when he found no panties. It was getting pointless with these guys keeping her busy. “I’m always happy around you guys.” Charlie snuggled in next to her. “Are you sure you’re up for it? You seemed tired earlier.” Her mouth found his and proved she wasn’t tired at all. “I’m just relaxed. Rum does that to me.” She ran her hands down his muscled body and rubbed his cock until it stood at attention. Ike tugged her dress over her head, and Meg saw the tinsel sparkle in her hair. Rolling over, she pinned Henry and dug the lube and condoms out of their hiding place. She knew their room as well as her own now. It felt like home. A home needed more than one person and a cat. Licking Henry’s cock until he was fully erect, she slid the rubber on him and straddled his hips. Ike moved in behind her to steady her. “Maybe we should just cuddle tonight?” Ike suggested. Meg shook her head. She had a plan for that rum and her body was relaxed enough. It’d help. “You love me?” she asked. Ike kissed her neck. “You know we all do. What do you want for Christmas?” “I love you, too. I want the truth. And all of you my way.” She slid down on Henry’s cock until her pussy was filled. “Damn!” Henry lifted. “Wet and tight.” Ike held her tight. “You can have us any time.” “Now.” She handed him a condom and a lube packet. “You’ll push me.”

Riding Henry’s cock, she let the sweet sensations relax her further, until finally, she leaned down to kiss Henry. Charlie’s cock had made it there first, though, and she helped Henry suck the thick erection. The lube on her asshole made her shiver, but Meg smiled. Ike was the leader of their group, and he had to take the tough jobs. When he pressed to her ass, she arched, but he pushed her lower back down and guided her to back up on him. Thanks to the rum, she didn’t tense or resist. The stretching sensation was so sweet and new, she wanted to see where it went and how far she could go. Her pussy tightened on Henry’s cock, but she wiggled to enjoy the feel as she sucked on Charlie’s sac. Suddenly, there was a green flash. Charlie held the mistletoe over her head and leaned down to kiss her. “Me, too!” Henry moaned. They both kissed Henry as Meg rocked harder on his cock. That pushed Ike farther and made it feel so good that Meg reached a hand back to him. Ike grabbed her fingers and kissed her knuckles. “All the way!” she said. “Come first. Ride Henry.” Ike pumped in and out of her ass. Meg couldn’t tell how far he was, but she wanted it all. It made sense that a climax might open her up. Charlie reached between her and Henry to rub her clit vigorously. Already stretched and still with some rum in her system, Meg couldn’t hold out a second as the release sent tremors pulsing through her insides. She moaned through the deep orgasm, and let it take over. As soon as it began to fade, she felt Ike’s hot body pressed to her ass. He was all the way in. Looking back, she wiggled her hips just enough. “Nice and easy.” Ike fucked her in short thrusts. Charlie looked and gave Meg a hard kiss. “You’re so hot!” “Get back here. We’re not done.” She pulled his cock back to Henry’s lips, and she joined in on the oral fun. “I get your ass on New Year’s Eve.” Charlie fucked Henry’s mouth as Meg tongued along the top. She giggled and nipped at his cock. “I’m not good at it yet, but I’m learning.”

Ike wrapped her ponytail around his hand and tugged gently. She could tell he’d come soon. The heat dulled as he added lube, and the chill made her thrust back on him. There was no pain, only sweet stretching. Ike was thicker, but not as long as Henry. It might be success by that measurement, but she’d take a hot victory on Christmas. “It feels so good.” Meg twisted to look when Ike tugged her hair again. He kissed her, and her muscles spasmed. It wasn’t quite the climax she was used to, but she felt Ike coming in her ass as his mouth claimed hers. Charlie’s shouts made her turned. There was cum all over Henry’s neck and chest. The view was perfect, and she took in the moment. Her reflexes were a little dulled tonight, but no one seemed to mind. Meg dipped her head and licked up some of the cream. Ike tugged her back, and she shared it with him. What a kinky Christmas Eve! Meg couldn’t remember a better one. “I think we might have a new tradition.” She kissed Ike hard then turned to give Henry and Charlie the same treatment. “Now, we can snuggle. We won’t top that tonight.”

Chapter Six

When Ike woke on Christmas morning, he had the best present. Meg was sprawled across him and Charlie. Still deep in sleep, she tugged the sheet around her and snuggled. Ike nudged Charlie and got the same response. Slowly, Charlie’s eyes opened and surveyed the area. They’d been soldiers for too long to be easily startled, but if there were tension in the air, they’d bolt into action. “It’s okay. Just me. We need to tell her.” Ike had been holding out for fear she’d be in danger, but she was willing to put her neck on the line for men she wasn’t even in love with. The woman deserved to know the whole truth. “I think she figured it out. You heard her dropping hints. She’s smarter than all of us.” Charlie squinted at the clock “What time is it?” “Too early to be talking on a holiday,” Henry muttered. “No holidays in Dreamland. We can take her out to Vegas for Valentine’s Day and spoil her. No one will notice us in Vegas.” Ike plucked a piece of tinsel out of her hair. “Let’s make it to New Year’s first.” Charlie stretched and poked Henry in the ribs. “It’s almost eight.” Henry groaned and yawned. “Don’t wake the sleeping genius. She’ll be hung over.” Meg stretched out on top of them. “I’m awake. What is it? I’m not working today.” “We need to tell you something.” Ike kissed the nearest part of her, which happened to be her elbow. “Okay.” She groped on the nightstand until Henry found and handed over her glasses. “Thanks.” Charlie sat up and pulled Meg with him. “Hopefully, it’s not a problem,” he said.

She frowned. “You do have girlfriends.” “No!” they answered together. “Okay, what?” She freed her hair from the ponytail and shook out the tinsel. “Maybe, she’s not in the mood now? Shower first?” Henry suggested. “No, now. What’s the big secret?” She fluffed a pillow and propped it behind her head as she wiggled in between Ike and Charlie. “We didn’t want to tell you this because it might endanger you under the current circumstances of abductions and tension about the Keelons. However, given your willingness to protect the aliens, it’s not something we want to hide. We never meant to lie.” Charlie looked to Ike for help. “We’re aliens,” Ike blurted. Meg rolled her eyes and nodded. “I know. I figured that out once the other aliens got back.” “You did?” Henry asked. She nodded. “Actually, I suspected it after the first night. Your skin feels a little different. I was sure when I saw you guys so comfortable together sexually. Then when the other aliens came in Dreamland, there was no question.” Ike frowned. “We kept them in your lab and followed all the orders.” “True but you showed no fear of them at all. Okay, fine you’re big tough military hunks of muscle. But still, you didn’t doubt them or keep weapons pointed at them. Aliens are stronger, and they’re bred for war. So you could’ve defended yourself and subdued one of them if they attacked you.” “They weren’t combative at all,” Henry said. Meg shrugged. “Still, a human wouldn’t like that inequality of power and would have had more fire power. I’ve known you guys long enough to know you show zero fear. And last night, I gave them rum. You drank a little, very little, but you never stopped me from letting them have some. You three kept control and didn’t really let your guard down. If you’d gotten drunk, you might let something slip.” “It was all a test?” Ike grabbed her and pinned her to the bed.

“No, not a test. Just an experiment to prove my hypothesis.” She wrapped her arms around his neck. “So were you really in the military, or is this some elaborate cover up for a secret mission?” Ike kissed her mouth. “You’re not mad?” “I’m not mad. You’re taking a risk telling me. I’m sure it’s against the rules. This all happened very fast, but I’m not easy to fool.” She shrugged. Henry smiled. “No secret mission. We crashed.” “Like the others? But you’re far more assimilated to human culture.” She stared at them as if she were trying to solve a puzzle. “You want the story now, or do you want to see how much we love and trust you?” Charlie asked. She slid from beneath Ike and kissed Charlie and Henry. “Thank you for trusting me. I won’t let your secret slip. I did know, but your trust and love are the best Christmas presents ever. What do you want to show me?” Henry climbed out of bed and went to their little fridge. “We’ve been on Earth for a long time. Most aliens can’t control their skin’s reaction to things. It’s automatic, like breathing. That’s how they’re found out.” Meg nodded. “The automatic response to environment makes them—sorry you guys,” she clarified, “better warriors.” “We think of it as them, too.” Ike hugged her. “We feel like humans most of the time. We don’t know anything else.” Henry took an ice cube and slid it along his forearm. Nothing happened. “A new alien would react differently.” He ran it over his stomach, and a patch of fur sprang up. Meg smiled and stroked the patch of hair until it disappeared. “Amazing. How do you hold your skin to human appearance?” “Practice. Conditioning. Focus. We’re humanoid shaped so it’s not hard. This skin naturally fits this climate.” Charlie kissed her cheek. “I think we four need to bond now that the truth is out.” “You’re not going to go furry or scaly or anything with me in bed, are you?” she asked. “Want us to?” Ike couldn’t help teasing her.

Her nose scrunched in that cute way, and she shook her head. “No, not now. Maybe someday in experiments. So that’s why you don’t have girlfriends. You think they’ll freak if they find out. Or not want to be shared by three men.” Henry grabbed her wrists and held her down to the bed. “We were waiting for you. You’re ours. We love you. End of story. No other girlfriends. We’ve always known that we’d find our female someday.” His mouth claimed a breast and licked it possessively. Charlie straddled her waist. “It’s your fault. You have all those men working in your lab. I never knew if you were free. I thought you were sleeping with one of them.” She laughed and moaned. “No, never. They treat me like their sister or the boss. It’s annoying. You’re the first guys who ever really made me feel like a woman instead of a geek, freak or joke.” “You’re nothing but perfect.” Ike buried his face in her pussy and licked. Meg lifted and arched. Ike watched Charlie lean in to kiss her as Henry still played with Meg’s breasts. It was lazy Christmas morning affection, but he had high hopes for the rest of the day. **** Hours of dozing later, Meg felt awake and the fact that the truth of her men was out finally sank in. When she looked at the nightstand, she discovered her men had been busy. A small Christmas tree twinkled and was decorated with candy canes. She reached up and grabbed a cane then unwrapped it and savored the minty memories. It took her back to being a kid when all she’d wanted was for Santa to bring her perfect eyes or bigger boobs. Meg didn’t need those things anymore. Santa had more than made up for it with three hot men. Aliens or not. Taking the candy out of her mouth, she ran it along Henry’s chest and licked up the sweetness. His eyes popped open, and he shifted to her. Charlie and Ike both stirred as well. The three men were so connected, Meg couldn’t believe she hadn’t seen it before. She snuggled with them. “Tell me how you got here.” Charlie grabbed a candy cane and unwrapped it. “We only remember bits and pieces. We were on a ship with a bunch of other male children, and we crashed in the desert.” “How old were you?” Meg asked.

Ike shrugged. “About five years in human definitions. We were already a bonded group. There aren’t memories of us not being together.” “But you’re not like brothers or anything?” Meg sat up. Henry chuckled. “No, it doesn’t work that way. We were taken from our parents young and trained to fight and to do our duty. We’re a unit, a team and not related. They bond us. I don’t know how the process worked, whether it’s genetics or behavior training. I remember drills, not enough food and so much fighting.” “Like the Spartans. But you couldn’t be sent off to fight so young. Why were you on a ship? Why would you be brought here?” Meg crunched the end of her cane. “I don’t think we were supposed to be there. I remember older boys wanting to sneak on and fight with the adults. Our age group was extremely competitive. We must’ve followed them. You obeyed the leader without question.” Charlie rubbed his eyes. “I remember us hiding from the adults.” Ike rubbed Charlie’s shoulders. “It’s okay. We survived. The crash was terrifying for a child, but we were in the cargo hold at the time.” “At least, you were safe. So what happened to the adults?” Meg hugged herself to Charlie and Henry. “The humans were on us fast. The military took over. The adults fought and were killed, except for two who were badly injured and kept alive to answer questions. When the military found us, they didn’t kill us. I’m still amazed.” Ike shook his head. “You were children.” Meg held him tight. “The adults were brutal. They killed all the human first responders. They took out most of the military men until the humans used a flamethrower. Bullets did nothing.” Henry toyed with Meg’s hair. She sighed and let her hands wander. “I’m glad they spared you. Fire would work, but it’s hard to control. So the adults left alive were burned?” Charlie nodded. “Hurt enough to be kept under control. We didn’t know anything about humans. Good or bad. That ship must’ve been on a research mission. But we didn’t know how to act or how to fight them. Some of the older boys tried and were locked up, interrogated and kept jailed.”

“What did they do with you? You were kids all alone on a new world. You must’ve been paralyzed with fear.” Meg had a new appreciation for her family. Dysfunctional, yes, but she always had food and clothes, and no one made her fight. No one took her away from her parents or her school. Being lost on a new world made wandering off at the mall look like an adventure. Ike ran his hand along her face. “It wasn’t fun, but we were together. They kept us in a big government facility. Another Dreamland but sort of like an orphanage. We didn’t speak the language or understand the culture but kids learn fast. If anyone on our planet missed us or realized what happened, they never came after us. We eventually adapted.” “The military style was actually comforting. It was the routine we needed.” Charlie smiled. “So are a lot of military men aliens?” Meg asked. Henry shook his head. “No, not many. There were about two-dozen boys our age. The four older boys were basically prisoners. Once we realized we didn’t have to be and that we’d be treated better than at home, we worked with our supervisors to be good humans. I’m sure we’re traitors on our home planet.” Meg sat up indignantly. “Not traitors! You were kids. You snuck into a ship like some kids sneak into the movies. You had to survive. There was no way back. So twenty-four aliens were raised by and serve the military? Wow!” “More or less. They all went into government work. We had memories of before the crash so we were tested and challenged more. Some had no clue. The crash traumatized them.” Charlie kissed Henry’s shoulder. “What did they do to you?” she asked softly. Ike shook his head. “Nothing as bad as our own people did. Once we were adults, they challenged us to prove our loyalty. We got the roughest assignments, were watched all the time and endured the harshest conditions, but we could take them.” “They even tried to bust us up.” Henry hugged Charlie. “No.” Meg loved her country, but there were times when she hated what was done in the name of national security. The government was made of men who could make mistakes like anyone, but she couldn’t change some of the outdated methods from the outside. “They didn’t succeed. We weren’t able to function without each other. They had to deal with our alien programming as they called it. The rules were clear—we had to be assigned

together and room together. We had to keep our sexual connection a secret, but we performed well in the field and were promoted.” Charlie kissed her forehead. “So that’s why you’re not cutting any corners with the aliens, but you’re not afraid of them at all.” Meg’s theory held up so far, but she didn’t know their complete history yet. “How are you going to handle the weapon? You know the brass will want proof it works.” Ike took her candy cane and sucked it. Meg had been working on a theory. “We’ll see. I have some options, but I won’t torture people.” “They’ll do it if you won’t.” Henry shrugged. She knew that too, which was why she needed a real alternative. “They kept me back while Liz was off for the holidays precisely so I’d do it now. It’s bad enough to test a weapon on living things, but making her watch? She’d insist on being there. It’s a nice way to put me in a terrible spot. I won’t do it.” She hugged her guys. “Why not use us?” Charlie asked. “Never!” Meg kissed each one on the lips. “I’d quit and runaway with you first.” “They’d find us. Don’t be crazy.” Ike used a soothing voice. Charlie held up his hand. “No, I didn’t mean you’d ever do it, Meg. I meant why would they bring back the other aliens when they could use us to test it. Sure, they don’t want us to break our cover, but moving aliens around isn’t low profile stuff either.” Shifting to sit on Henry, Meg shook her head. “I’ll figure out something. The big boss is due back tomorrow. I got a message yesterday to meet with him as soon as he’s back.” “It’ll be fine.” Charlie kissed her slow at first, and the passion sparked into a smoldering need. She wanted to believe them. Somehow, it’d all work out. To Meg, this felt like the beginning of something—not the end of it. Until she knew more, she couldn’t change anything. She needed to enjoy her guys and hoped nothing happened to break things up. The government was hard to fight, but she’d stand up and raise hell. “You’re right. Let’s forget about it for now and just enjoy each other for a bit.” She slid off Henry. “I want to watch.” “What?” Ike asked.

Meg grinned. “You three have been pretty focused on me. I want to watch the three of you together.” “We need you. A group without a female feels incomplete.” Charlie kissed her neck. “I’m glad, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy each other, as well. I want to see that.” She kissed Henry and then Ike. “Turn me on. Make me join you.” Henry took the challenge and pushed Charlie onto his back. The condoms and lube were in place fast, and Meg admired how quickly Henry grew hard for his lovers. The group mix aroused her, and she wanted to see their lust for each other. The men kissed, cocks rubbing together until Henry slid back and pressed to Charlie’s ass. The groans from Charlie sent arousing chills down to Meg’s pussy. Ike moved into the group and offered his cock to Charlie. Watching Charlie suck Ike’s thick erection made Meg’s nipples tighten, but she held back. Ike looked at her, and she shook her head. As if he read her mind, Ike climbed off the bed and went behind Henry. Meg moaned as Ike slid on protection and rubbed lube on Henry’s ass. “This is what you want?” Ike teased. Meg nodded. Ike thrust into Henry hard, and Meg’s pussy tightened in response. Henry’s grunts made her even wetter as he leaned forward to take the cock. Meg couldn’t stop her fingers from rubbing her slit as she watched the three men fuck. It was slow and controlled, they were teasing her, and she loved it. When Charlie reached out to her, Meg couldn’t resist even though her view of all three was spectacular. She went to Charlie and kissed him. He had other ideas and pulled her to him until her pussy settled on his face. Meg gave in and kissed Henry as Charlie ate her pussy. When Henry’s mouth worked on her breasts, she clung to him and watched Ike fill Henry’s ass. “We belong together.” Ike leaned in and kissed her mouth. She nodded. “Nothing will separate us.” Charlie’s tongue worked her clit, and she cried out as the orgasm hit. The men followed her. Their bond might’ve grown already because she felt Charlie shudder and Henry groan. Ike slammed Henry’s ass, and Meg savored the sensation. They were connected, and she wanted to explore every fantasy to see how good it could be.

Chapter Seven

Later that day, Meg was locked in her office working on the weapon problem. Henry and the guys went to visit the alien guests. Regon paced as the tension built. “ET is in labor. We should get Meg,” he said. “No, don’t make her stress. Cats do this every day in alleys.” Ike nodded to the box in the corner they’d fashioned for their guest. The trust was still forming, but aliens sensed each other and in some ways, they were in the same boat. They were at the mercy of the government. Henry turned to Regon. “We need to talk about when Commander Hastings gets back. The weapon needs to be tested. The problems aren’t going to go away. The abductions are on the rise. They might want you four back.” “You as well. The Keelons don’t enter a war they don’t think they can win. Going after Earth would be foolish until they’ve done thorough recon.” Regon continued his pacing. “But Earth isn’t capable of the same level of travel as the Keelons. We crashed here. You escaped. Do you think there are a lot more refugees? That trend would anger the Keelons.” Charlie shook his head. Regon shrugged. “There weren’t others where we were being kept. We were the big secret. But a lot has developed at home since you left. More war. Genetic modifications are not working as they intend.” “What modifications?” Ike asked. “I’m just a warrior. There’s no way to be sure what they wanted to do. They were taking off-worlders and experimenting on them. But that was all on ships; never on the planet.” “We could be in trouble.” Henry hated the idea that Meg or any of them could be in danger, but they had to be realistic. “We need to let Meg test her weapon. I’ll volunteer.”

“No!” Charlie blurted. “I can do it.” “Stop it. I’m the leader, I’ll take it.” Ike headed to the door. Regon blocked his path. “We were discussing it last night. We want to be of use and prove our loyalty. All four of us are prepared to be tested on. Besides, you three were raised human. You should continue to pass for it as long as you can.” “That won’t fool the Keelons.” Charlie shrugged. Ike nodded. “But if the Keelons become the enemy and too many people don’t trust us, we could be prisoners not security.” “We’ve devoted our lives. They wouldn’t.” Henry knew he was being naïve. The military would do anything to keep a panic under control and not let the Keelons win. Handing over the refugees to make the Keelons go away was not out of the question, and Henry worried what it’d mean for him, Charlie and Ike. They had assimilated fully and found their female. Human life was all they wanted and all they knew. “We don’t know what the purpose of the abductions is. I doubt the Keelons care about us, but if men are leaving, the Keelons won’t have enough to win battles. Control will breakdown. It won’t work. They’ll take back all their defectors.” Ike tapped his foot on the cold tile floor. Meg burst in with a huge grin on her face. “I got it!” “Wait, Meg. We’re all volunteering. Test on us.” Henry walked up to her. Her cute nose scrunched under her glasses, and she stuffed her hands in her lab coat pockets. “No! Thank you guys, all of you. But no one is going to be in excruciating pain for this. I figured it out. Skin grafts.” “Skin what?” Regon asked. “Grafts. Human skin heals well, sheds dead cells and grows new ones all the time. But if you’re burned badly, you can get a skin graft from one part of your body moved to another to promote healing. We take a skin graft from each of you, and while it’s still viable, test the dust. If it causes the skin to break apart, we know it works. If a graft of my skin is taken then the dust introduced, my skin will die but it won’t fall apart or be damaged. That’s all the proof I need!” She hummed with success. “You’re a genius.” Ike kissed her.

“I know. Now, the wounds will have to heal, but you guys heal fast. Your skin will regenerate in a day or so. We just need to keep the sites clean.” She hugged Henry. “But thank you all for volunteering.” A yowl halted the conversation, and all eight of them headed for the corner. “ET!” Meg knelt down and petted her cat. “Three babies.” “They are furry, unlike the mother,” Regon said. Meg glared at Ike. “Those strays he keeps to keep the fields clear of mice. Poor ET.” “They look healthy. All moving. Cute.” Henry grinned at the little creatures. Meg picked them up one by one. “Two girls and the runt is a boy. They need names.” “Born on Christmas. Would that theme be too silly?” Charlie asked. “No, not at all. Noel, Holly, and what for the boy?” Meg nudged him toward ET so he could get dinner with his sisters. “What about that Christmas movie? Call him Tiny Tim.” Ike grinned. “No.” Meg smacked his arm. “But the author of that story might work. He looks like a little Dickens.” “What does that mean?” Regon asked. “Like he’ll be a troublemaker. So now that we have healthy kittens, do you really think the top guys will be okay with the skin-graft tests? Can you do them?” Henry was all for avoiding pain, but there were no guarantees. “I can’t do the grafts. I have one of my lab guys coming in tomorrow. He’s an MD so it’ll be good. And I caught him having sex with one of your security guys on my lab table. They broke a microscope! So he’ll be quiet and cooperate. I didn’t fire him or turn in his boyfriend. This way, we can show it to the top guys later tomorrow.” Meg stared at the cute little kittens. “You guys don’t mind having them here? I doubt she’ll want to move her family now.” “They’re fine. It’s nice to have life in here. Will Liz be back soon?” Regon asked. Meg smiled. “Most people won’t be back until after New Year’s. Another week. But I’ll email her and see if she can come in a few days early.” “Are you sure that’s a good idea?” Henry saw Meg’s confidence and loved it, but he also knew that the higher ups could do anything. If they found out about the relationship, they could make the guys disappear.

“I’ve got an alternative plan now. No pain for anyone. And Christmas is today so she’s had the holiday with her family. If I ask her to come back a few days early, she will. I won’t ruin the surprise.” Regon nodded. “Thank you. Seeing Liz would make all the difference in the world to us.” Henry hugged Meg and felt guilty for having his woman right there when the four aliens were denied theirs. Looking at Charlie and Ike, he felt their tension as well. There was no way to know what the brass would do when Meg met with them. They couldn’t change her, and Meg’s approach to military brass wasn’t always the sedate and respectful manner they demanded. As confident as Meg was, the men wouldn’t be at ease until they knew they could stay with her forever. At least, without military interference. **** The next day, the men were in the lab instead of working. A serious lab geek took skin grafts from the aliens in containment then from Ike and his guys. Once the wounds were dressed, the men went back to their security office. Ike worked on the report on the status of the alien guests for his superior. He left out the sexual details and the eggnog for the guests. Things were getting more complicated, but there was nothing to do but wait and see. When Meg waltzed into their security office with a shy smile a few hours later, Ike knew. He stood. “It works?” She nodded. “We can defend ourselves. It totally destroys the skin cells ability to bond.” Henry and Charlie hugged her first then Ike got his arms around her. “So is there an antidote?” “That’s next. Even if the big guys don’t want one, I do. Just in case you guys get exposed.” She squeezed him tighter. “The boss isn’t back?” Henry asked. Meg shrugged. “It got pushed back a day. Military types. But I’m moving in with you guys. I’m requesting that tomorrow.” Ike tensed. “Are you sure?” “You don’t want me?” She pouted playfully and tugged off her lab coat. “We want you!” Charlie pulled her dress over her head. Meg blushed. “Aren’t there cameras here?”

Henry unhooked her bra and tossed it aside. “Not in the security office. Now, wiggle out of those panties.” With a grin, Meg pushed the skimpy, purple cotton panties down until they hit the floor. Ike lifted her and set her on the desk. “You’re taking a serious chance tomorrow.” “It’s worth it. I finally found my guys. Liz is my friend; I have to help her, too. I’ve always sympathized with her, but now, I really understand how intense and overwhelming it can be to have so many men. Not every woman could handle it. Now, I’d go crazy if they tried to take you away.” She kissed his chin and started to pull Ike’s clothes off. “No, no. We have to get back to work. You’re a welcome break today. With people coming back, we have to get used to being professional some of the time.” Ike slid on protection as he licked her pussy. She was wet and ready. Apparently, there was no end to her lust for them. Ike filled her pussy and lifted her off the desk. Naturally, she wrapped her arms and legs around him, and he turned to lean back on the desk. His hands cupped her ass and spread her cheeks for more fun. Moaning, Meg kissed his neck. “I guess being skinny does have perks.” Laughing, he lifted her on his cock and let her slid down. Her shivers rewarded him. “You’re perfect. Let us worry about keeping you safe.” He wasn’t just talking about sex, but he didn’t want to ruin the moment. Henry stepped up, cock already protected, and rubbed lube to her ass. Ike watched as Henry filled her rear. Meg’s hips shifted and wiggled until he was all the way in, and Ike kissed her. The tight sensation was good for them all, but they didn’t want to push her too fast. Her hips rocked back and forth between them, and Ike let her ride. Charlie stepped up behind Henry and filled that tight ass so they were all together. Henry’s groans seemed to make Meg work harder. Those sharp nails dug into Ike’s back through his shirt as her pussy tightened on his cock. “Don’t sprain something,” Ike whispered in her ear. “I feel like I’m floating. I love you guys so much. My sex life has never been this wild.” She leaned back and kissed Henry. Charlie’s hands slid around and squeezed her breasts as he fucked Henry hard the way he liked it. “I wish you guys were naked,” she moaned.

“Tonight. I promise.” Henry kissed her cheek and came deep in her ass. “Every night,” she demanded. “Hell, yes!” Charlie shouted and climaxed against Henry. Ike looked Meg in the eye and saw her need. Kissing her, he tangled their tongues as he rubbed her clit. Within seconds, her body tensed and her pussy convulsed on his cock. Meg pulled her mouth away and screamed against his chest as the release hit her hard. The feel of her coming sent Ike over. He thrust faster and harder, glad Henry was in control. He held onto Meg as Ike’s grip slipped. It was a comfortable silence as they recovered from the intense sex. Slowly, they lifted Meg up and set her feet on the floor. But she stayed right there pressed between them. “Do we really need all the protection since you’re aliens? Does birth control even work? I know with anal we want protection…but I’d love to try some sex without all the rubbers.” “You’re the genius. Maybe you need to research it. We don’t want to risk getting you pregnant. Too much is up in the air now.” Ike straightened her glasses on her nose. “I know you’re right. I just want the fun right now.” She kissed each of them quickly and went for her dress. “I’ll let you guys get back to work. One more night of fun before the big showdown with the top guy.” “You’ll do great.” Charlie handed her the lab coat. “Thanks. I’m highly motivated.” She winked.

Chapter Eight

The next day, Meg went back to her own room to shower and dress. Checking her calendar on her phone, she knew the meeting today was on. Commander Hastings was in and eager to see her work. Meg slid on her lab coat and glanced at her reflection in the mirror. Her maroon dress with light pink flowers wasn’t anything special, but she knew the smile she’d had recently was new. Nothing on her outside had changed, but somehow, she felt completely different. In school, she’d found her friends and safety with the smart kids. But deep down she didn’t want to play it safe like her family expected of their nerdy girl. No wonder she’d ended up here. Once in the lab, she headed to meet with her guests, but Hastings was there. “Good morning, Commander Hastings. I thought I was supposed to be in your office in half an hour.” Meg looked around for any other surprises. The tall and imposing marine glared at her. Meg had endured her share of bullying in junior high and high school so the intimidating look didn’t bug her much now. All the top think tanks and universities wanted her. Anyone could shoot a gun, but few had her level of brilliance. Hastings had hired her because of the unusual nature of the work here. “Yes, well, I couldn’t wait to see your information. I meant to be back yesterday. The guests are cooperating?” Hastings nodded to the pod. “Of course, they never were a problem. Did you want to see them?” she asked, already knowing the answer. “I want to see your weapon in action. That would require one of them.” Hastings mouth lifted in a slight smile.

This was a man who enjoyed torture and found any excuse for it. Meg suppressed a chill and cleared her throat. “That won’t be necessary. I conducted my tests yesterday.” She tapped one of the tablet computers mounted to the wall. “This is a recording of the tests.” “How could you possibly test that weapon-dust you made without alien tissue?” Hastings stared at the image. “I had plenty of alien skin. Seven grafts taken from seven different aliens. One of my lab guys came back early to do the harvest, and the tests were made while the samples were still viable.” Meg pointed to the image of the dust being introduced. “The irritant dust slips in between the cells as the skin tries to shift to a more protective form.” “Wait!” Hastings snapped. Meg jumped but knew exactly what his problem would be. “What?” “Seven? I only ordered four aliens sent here.” He watched Meg carefully. “But you have three on your staff. They were assigned to guard the alien guests. Ingenious of you really, aliens guarding aliens. But Ike, Henry and Charlie are all very human assimilated. They were raised here and offered themselves for testing. They love our planet and country that much.” “You figured it out?” Hastings asked. “You hired me. You know exactly how smart I am. I didn’t know before this holiday, but I put it all together. Now, let’s get back to the weapon. It would cause intense pain if the tissue were attached to nerve endings. Here you see the degradation of the sample’s consistency. It turns to shreds, leaving the aliens defenseless against the elements or any other weapons we have.” Hastings watched the monitor through each of the seven samples. “It acts quickly.” She nodded. “Very. I haven’t worked up an antidote for accidental exposure yet, but that’s my next project.” “In case our alien men get exposed.” Hastings rolled his shoulders. “This will work better. A flesh eating disease would’ve worked well too if we’d managed to mutate it properly.” Meg rolled her eyes behind Hastings’ back. “A nice theory. But diseases can mutate back, and that was the big danger there. It could adapt to infect humans and aliens. Too dangerous to control.”

Hastings turned to glare at her. “If the aliens offered, why didn’t you let them test the weapon? I assure you, they’ve endured a great deal. Marines do.” Meg looked away, not wanting to think of them in pain at any point. “I refused to allow any of them to be subjects. Your four guests volunteered, as well. They’d pay any price to stay here and help us.” “And be with Liz. I’m not ignorant of the insanity that went on. It’s asking for trouble.” Hastings shook his head. “They don’t want to go back any more than Ike and his group do. I’m not going to torture people who want to help us. There are other ways to get the data we need. It works. We can defend ourselves if they launch a direct attack. Have the abduction incidents tapered off at all?” Meg asked. “That’s where I was yesterday. I received a briefing. Some people were returned. Others are still missing. The holidays have slowed it down a bit, but that might be due to all the traveling people are doing. If people have gone missing, others might assume they are visiting family. That’s why the aliens are really here.” Hastings turned the tablet computer off. “You weren’t going to test the weapon on them?” Meg didn’t believe it. “I was going to ask them. A test of loyalty, yes. But it would have been their choice. They were moved here, where Liz is, because they agreed to do everything to help us. Any information they have, any memories they’ve repressed. I feel they’re holding back.” Hastings rubbed his hands together. Meg got the feeling Hasting didn’t really trust them. “Ike, Charlie and Henry?” “They’ve bled for this country. We raised them to be soldiers. We have tested them over and over. I trusted them with your life and brain, knowing you’d be too easy on the guests. You’re safe.” “They’d never hurt anyone! I know Regon and his men, as well. They are good guys.” Meg protested. “Dr. Lyle, you are a brilliant scientist. You are not a spy or a military operative. Trust me, you were in good hands. Now, you can continue with your work on the antidote. We don’t want to lose good men.” Hastings headed to the door. “We’re not done. I know there were other boys in that crash. Are they alive or did you dissect them?” Meg demanded.

Hastings turned, and his big round face and bald head became almost as maroon as her dress. “We had dead adults to dissect. I’ll see that you get all the files. You’ll be our next generation expert on alien anatomy. They do a good job of mimicking us, but they aren’t us. The boys we raised are very close. There are others spread out strategically where we need them. But you would do well to beware of those who crashed here recently. Trust must be earned.” “Fine. I can’t change your mind. While I have you here, I do have another issue that is pressing. I would like to request a change in personal quarters assignment.” Meg’s stomach fluttered with fear, but she had to formally do this. “You want an upgrade?” Hastings lifted an eyebrow. “Your work was good, but wouldn’t you rather have some time off?’ She shook her head and smiled. “I want to be with my guys. Ike, Charlie and Henry. We would like some vacation time together, too.” Hastings could do anything, and she knew it. Military command scared Meg a little. He could take the men away or ship her off. Meg wasn’t foolish enough to think she had all the power. Neither did Hastings. “You fell for it. Foolish. You’re asking for trouble, and there is no way to know how it will end.” Hastings sighed. “I fell for three men. Don’t you dare try to take them away, either. I’ll go public, and you know I can. You can try to make me disappear, except I know too many academics who’d love to blow the cover off of Dreamland.” She grinned smugly. “Don’t threaten me.” Hastings marched up and towered over her. “It’s a promise. I’ve sent a file with information to someone I trust. If anything happens to me, and I mean anything, the truth will out. If they don’t hear from me for a whole month, they have instructions to open it and make it viral.” “You know how essential secrecy is.” Hastings wasn’t convinced. “So do you. I won’t leak anything that causes mass panic or endangers human lives; just governments cover ups that’ll outrage all those crazy conspiracy theorists. It’s enough proof to bring out CNN. I’ll bring your quiet project into the light. All I want is my guys and me to be safe and to work toward the same goals you are.” She folded her arms confidently. Hastings shrugged. “Fine. I don’t care who you sleep with. Do the work, don’t lose the mission and keep it quiet. We don’t need all of Dreamland knowing there are aliens among us.” He stalked out of her lab.

Meg twirled in sheer joy. She hadn’t done that since she was a little girl. It seemed silly, but it felt right. Her work wasn’t done. The antidote would be a whole new challenge, but the big problem was over. She got to keep her men! **** After work, she found her guys in their room. Rolling her suitcase full of clothes behind her, she strode in as if she owned the place. Henry nudged Charlie who turned. “Looks like we’ve got a new roommate.” Ike emerged from the bathroom and grinned at Meg. “Things went well?” “Was there ever any doubt?” She had to admit she’d had some doubt that she’d get away with it. “Hastings knows you know about us?” Charlie took her suitcase and set it in the corner. “Absolutely, and he’s okay with my moving my room assignment. I have to find an antidote for the dust. Hastings trusts you guys. And a little threatening never hurts.” She wrapped an arm around Charlie and another around Ike. She kissed them each and spun to kiss Henry. “No testing on the others?” Henry asked. “Nope. I digitally recorded my experiments and replayed them. He can’t say he didn’t get to observe the tests.” She used air quotes for added impact. “How are you guys healing?” Ike held out his arm. “All better.” His arm looked as if nothing had happened to it at all. “Wow! I knew you guys healed fast, but this is great.” “You want us to be in pain?” Charlie pouted. “Hush. I’m just impressed with your skin. That gives me an idea for an antidote, sort of.” She twirled and fell back on the bed. “You look as happy as ET when she gets a bag of treats—or a group of stray tomcats.” Ike flopped down next to her. “I am thrilled.” She couldn’t stop smiling. Henry slid in on her other side. “You’re not worried about what people will think of it?” She laughed so hard she almost snorted. Covering her mouth and nose, she shook off the giggles. “No! Let them think whatever they want. I’ve always been the geek who didn’t have a boyfriend and the four-eyed, too-tall girl no one asked to dance. Now, I have three boyfriends who are the hottest guys in Dreamland. Let them say something to me.”

Charlie climbed on her and kissed her playfully. “We will flaunt it daily.” Maybe someday. For now, she had other priorities. “We can’t do it too much. We have to try to keep your alien status quiet. But right now, you three are completely overdressed for my evening plans.” Without arguing, the trio stripped naked and Meg watched happily. Three hard bodies surrounded her on the bed and removed her clothing. Finally, she went to the nightstand and got supplies plus her purple probe. She slid the toy under the pillow for later and brought the lube and condoms to the guys. “Since the lady won the day, I think she’s in charge.” Henry kissed her shoulder. “I think she’s in charge whenever she wants.” Ike claimed her mouth. “Okay.” She knelt on the bed and pulled Charlie to her. Taking her time, she kissed him and stroked his cock until he was fully hard. She slid the condom on and rubbed him to her pussy. The need was undeniable, and she fitted herself on his cock fast. Henry pressed behind her, and she nodded. The lube on her asshole made her shiver, but when Henry filled her rear, she took him all this time. Triumph and pleasure rippled through her, but Meg wasn’t done. She reached for Ike. He moved in close as she worked his erection in her palm. “Stand up,” she said. Ike stood, and she shared his cock with Charlie. Meg rocked back and forth on Charlie and Henry as Charlie fucked Ike with his mouth. “You want to fuck Charlie?” she asked Ike. He shook his head. “I’ll wait for round two.” “Ike, do you ever get fucked?” Meg tightened on Charlie’s cock as he picked up the pace. “No, he likes to do the penetrating.” Henry nuzzled the back of her neck. She leaned back and whispered in his ear for him to get the toy from under the pillow. Henry retrieved it and lubed the probe. Meg took it and kissed Henry as she slid it around to Ike’s rear. “You’ll pay for that,” Ike warned. “You’ll love it.” She held the probe to his asshole and flipped it on. Ike’s groan told Meg he didn’t hate it. Henry and Charlie fucked her faster, but Henry’s strong hand helped her support the toy and advance it a little into Ike.

“Damn.” Ike fucked Charlie’s mouth, and Meg sucked Ike’s sac, feeling him tremble. Maybe it was just the toy, but she doubted it. Ike needed to relax a bit. Henry was a master of the toy, and she gave into relief as her orgasm hit. Stretched and satisfied, Meg squeezed both cocks as they fucked her harder. Charlie fingered her clit, and Ike pinched her nipple. They weren’t done with her, and Meg tugged Ike’s balls. Ike shouted and his cum landed on her and Charlie. Henry ground to her ass and kissed Charlie over her shoulder now that his mouth was free. Ike knelt down and kissed Meg. The toy fell to the bed and buzzed. Charlie’s hips snapped and Meg shuddered, clinging to Ike. Finally, Charlie grunted on release. The heavy breathing made Meg smile against Ike’s mouth. “I think we’re going to have a late dinner.” Henry kissed her neck then Charlie’s. “Definitely. I want to play with Ike and the toy some more.” Meg wiggled free from the sandwich and retrieved the purple vibrator. “Is it wrong or just ironic that I so enjoy probing aliens?” “We’ve all enjoyed probing you.” Henry shrugged. They all laughed, and Meg realized just how humanized they were. Liz’s guys wouldn’t get the joke. Her men were perfect for her! **** Early the next morning, Meg woke and slid on nothing but her lab coat and shoes. Walking out to the nearest exit, she watched the sun rise slowly over the desert horizon. She was more or less a lab rat and loved her climate-controlled conditions, but she also loved the view of the rugged natural terrain. Sitting on a bench, she looked up at the still somewhat-starry sky. It was as vast as the desert. Both looked empty, but plenty of things lived there. The Keelons were one alien race that Earth had to deal with soon. Meg wondered how many more were out there. The door opened, and Meg turned to look at her three guys. “Hi,” she said. “Running away from us already?” Ike asked. “Never.” She patted the bench. “We thought maybe you’d gotten abducted,” Charlie said.

Meg guessed he was only half joking. He sat on one side, Henry on the other, and Ike stood behind her with his hands on her shoulders. “It’s so pretty,” she said. “You know there are people out there who stay up all night watching the sky for aliens. They want an encounter of the first kind. I get to have all kinds.” “Is that like the movie?” Charlie asked. “Yep, third kind is observing an alien. Fourth kind is abduction. Let’s see, there’s not a foolproof list but I think fifth was voluntary contact or exchange of info. Sixth was injured or killed by the close encounter. Seventh was sexual, sometimes involving a hybrid pregnancy.” Ike nodded. “So we’re the seventh kind?” Meg blushed. “Well, we’ve been careful so I’d say no little hybrid is on the way. But technically, yes. And I intend to have plenty of very close encounters.” Henry chuckled. “Not right here, we’re not. Let’s go inside and have a little hot sex before work.” Meg rolled her eyes innocently toward the security cameras. There weren’t many secrets in Dreamland, but Meg would do her best to enjoy her encounters, save Earth from the bad aliens and keep her men safe and as happy as they made her.

About the Author

A lover of unusual things, Cheryl Dragon enjoys writing unique stories with sinfully hot erotic romance. Her two favorite settings are Las Vegas and New Orleans...where anything can happen! Cheryl lives in the Chicagoland area with her deaf albino cat. By day she analyzes numbers for a division of a large international conglomerate, which leaves the creative juices free for her erotic romance novels.

Cheryl loves to talk to her readers and can be found at www.cheryldragon.com.

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