Alien Desire: A sci-fi contemporary menage romance (Stargazers Book 2) (2 page)

“Sit down. I want to taste you.”

She moaned, loving his words and the way he gave orders. Larch was a boss, no doubt about it, even if he wasn't the boss here at the facility.

He moved in front of her and put his tongue to work, and she almost flew off of the couch. Her clit tingled, ready to explode as he licked and caressed it.

Larch crooked a finger inside of her as he flicked her nub with his tongue. That was all it took.

Gina saw stars. She couldn't wait any longer. Her orgasm exploded through her like a rocket, spiraling into space. Larch left her breathless.

They held each other for a few minutes, trying to settle down. Gina groaned. “I really am hungry now.”

“Well, let's eat then.” Larch led her to the table. They ate naked and smiling.

“So, what's the deal with Pax?” She asked, biting into a sandwich.

Larch rolled his eyes. “What do you mean? He's just...Pax. Who can understand him?”

“He's so reserved and standoffish.” Gina tried to sound nonchalant. She could hardly believe herself that she was interested in yet another man who worked here.

I'm definitely getting greedy.

“Yeah. He always has been, but it's been worse since he had his heart broken. His woman left him—same old country song. You know the drill, but man. He took it really hard.” Larch shook his head.

“That sucks.” Gina swallowed a sip of cola.

“Why?” Larch glanced at her suspiciously.

“Oh, I don't know. Maybe it's because I have to get along with the guy and work with him.” She rolled her eyes at him.

“Hmm. I think there's more to it than that. You want him, too, don't you?” He gave her a big, slow grin and put his sandwich down.

“Hey, now! I didn't say that.” Gina stood up, anger flaring inside of her.

“You don't have to. The more the merrier, right?” Larch teased her and licked his lips.

“I'm not a slut.” She bristled and slammed her plate into the sink.

Larch came up behind her and grabbed her arms, pinning her against the counter top. “I never said you were.”

“You sort of did.” She refused to look at him, her cheeks hot.

Just what am I doing here with two men? What's happening to me?

“Hey, look at me.” He spun her around, pressing himself against her. “I respect a woman who knows what she wants, not what someone else wants for her or expects her to be or do. You're that woman, Gina.” Larch kissed her softly.

Gina shook her head. “I think I am. Sometimes, I don't know.”

“I know you are. We are in a strange situation here, but what we're doing isn't wrong. After all, we're mature, consenting adults who are collaborating on every level—mentally, physically, maybe even spiritually.”

Gina laughed and snorted. “Okay, I sort of agree. You always know just what to say.”

He had cheered her up. She didn't feel bad about having sex with two men who were totally into her and who respected her and treated her well.

“And now I hate to say it, but I have to run.” Larch traced her cheekbone and kissed her forehead.

He's so nice when he wants to be. All of them are, except...maybe Pax.

“Larch?”

“Yes?” He asked, as he gathered his things and got dressed.

“Thank you.”

“For what?” He gave her a quizzical smile.

“For believing in me, for respecting me.” She dressed, too.

“Of course I believe in you, and how could I not respect you? You're a genius with a smoking hot bod.” He smirked and wiggled his eyebrows.

Gina smacked his ass. “You're not so bad yourself.”

“I'll see you later, then?” He asked, putting his tie back on.

“Definitely. Is there anywhere around here we can see a movie? I was thinking you, me, Larch...maybe Pax if he's game.”

Larch whistled. “You don't waste any time do you, lover girl?” He winked. “Yes, there is. We have our own theater of sorts. We get movies a couple of months after they're released, and I think we got a shipment in the other day. A movie night is definitely in order.”

“Sounds great.” Gina pulled her pantyhose back on, even though they were ripped. She would have to stop by her place to get another pair. It would be all too obvious what was going on if she came back into work most afternoons with holes in her hose. She stifled a laugh at the thought.

“You going to invite Pax, or should I?” Larch gave her a wicked grin as he slipped his penny loafers back on.

Gina pursed her lips, thinking. “I'll invite him. I have to swing by his office anyway and ask him a question about the work he gave me to do.”

“Cool. See you then. So, this is just a movie, not like Netflix and chill for four, right?” Larch cracked a laugh.

Gina decked him on the arm.

“Ouch! That hurt.”

“It's just a movie. This time.” She winked and walked out of his apartment.

* * * *

“Movie night? Sure. I'm down.” Pax was more than down. He was up...again. Just looking at Gina Forester made him hot under more than the collar.

She grinned at him. “Great. I'll get back to work. Oh. Where is the theater?” She laughed.

“It's on the bottom level—the basement. Just take the elevator down.”

“Alright. 8:00 sharp. I'm bringing popcorn and some drinks.” Gina smiled and left his office.

Pax sighed, sinking into his desk chair. He wasn't going to get any work done with that vixen around. All he wanted to do was fantasize about her and find release.

He groaned and slapped his desk. “Get to work, Dr.”

* * * *

The movie was probably great, but Pax couldn't keep his mind on it. All he could think about was that Gina Forester was sleeping with his colleagues. He could tell. They weren't handsy with each other, but he didn't miss the winks and small touches that happened between the three of them.

Dammit. I'm missing out on that, but she's obviously just a slut. It's for the best. I've had enough heartbreak like that to last me for a lifetime.

“More popcorn?” Gina broke into his reverie as she sat beside him on the plush couch—right beside him.

He cleared his throat. “Sure.”

Gina handed him the bag. “Finish it up.” She smiled.

“Thanks.” He looked back at the screen.

“Good movie, huh?” She asked.

All Pax could think about was her thigh so close to his own.

“I guess so. My mind is on other things.” Pax ate a handful of popcorn, hoping he wouldn't choke from nervousness.

“I suppose so. You're the hero of the moment with your discovery.”

He shrugged. “We'll see what happens.”

Pax felt deflated. He was glad he had likely found evidence for alien life, of course, and that it would possibly lead to fame, fortune, and scientific findings that no one could have ever imagined. But all he wanted right now was Dr. Gina Forester—in his bed. He had it bad.

“Penny for your thoughts?” Gina touched his arm, and he flinched.

“You don't want to know.” He laughed shortly, still avoiding her gaze.

“Yeah. I actually do.” Her tone was curt now. “You're so strange. You turn it on and then off. You're nice and then short with me. I don't know what to think.”

The credits rolled.

“Hey, guys. The movie's over.” Ford stood, hands in his pockets, unsmiling.

“I can see that. We're talking. Thanks.” Pax spoke shortly, aware of the other man's jealousy and enjoying it.

“We'll close up, Ford.” Gina spoke softly, her eyes communicating something to Ford that Pax didn't understand.

“Okay, have a good one, then.” Larch winked at them and laughed.

Pax watched color rise in Gina's cheeks. Was this some kind of joke they had cooked up? Was the joke on him?

The two men left. Pax turned to Gina, facing her full on. “What the hell is going on? What's the joke I'm not in on?” He was mad now—and turned on.

“Joke?” She looked confused. “There's not one. I just wondered what your problem with me is.” Gina raised one eyebrow.

“I don't have a problem with you, specifically. I have a problem with the mockery you, Larch, and Ford are making of this place.” He stood, wanting to go anywhere, away from her before she saw the truth in his eyes.

“How so?”

Her calm tone was maddening.

“You're all sleeping together. Am I right?” He whirled around to face her.

“Yes, you are, but I don't think we're doing anything wrong.” She spoke softly, and yearning stirred inside of him.

“Really? You don't think sleeping with two guys at once causes all kinds of problems? Jealousy, fighting, breakups, work fuck ups?” He threw his hands up.

“Pax.” Gina was standing now, her breath on the back of his neck.

“What?” He didn't look at her. He couldn't. His hurt was too close to the surface. This whole situation brought back the memories of his own history.

“Pax. Pax, look at me, please.” Gina's voice was a caress over his wound, a kind touch.

He sighed and turned around, not speaking. “I can't.”

“I've never done anything like this before. I swear.”

Her hand on his arm burned like fire. She stood just behind him. He wanted to turn around and take her in his arms, lose himself inside of her. “I believe you.”

And he did. She looked the picture of doctoral propriety, like so many women in the sciences he knew. They had lovers, but they were circumspect about it.

“Would you give me—and maybe us—a chance? We can start with us. We'll only do something else if you want to.” Gina whispered the words in his ear, and he shivered.

Pax was so tempted. He needed this woman. “I want you so much, but I've been hurt so badly. I might be too broken for you.” He sighed. “I can't believe I'm even saying this. It sounds so weak.”

His voice shook. He hated it.

* * * *

Gina lay her head against his back and wrapped her arms around him, just holding him for a moment without saying anything. Tears streamed from her eyes. This man was in so much pain. No wonder he had held her at bay.

“Are you crying?” He sounded incredulous.

“Yes.” She wiped at her tears with one hand, loosening her hold on him, but didn't want to let Pax go.

“Why?” He was still now, only his breathing loud in the room.

“Because I can tell you've experienced so much pain.”

“Who told you about me?” His voice was hard again.

“No one...nothing other than some relationship you had didn't work out. That's all I know. I swear, but whatever happened, you wear it.” She squeezed him harder.

“That's true, but it's a lot bigger than that. No one here knows what happened, really. I was married, in love with Allyson, and she was carrying my child. I was out here, and she left me. Just up and left without telling me about the baby. Instead, she had an abortion. If only she would have...” He trailed off and cleared his throat. “Anyway, she had found someone else, and that was that. I lost the woman I loved and my child in the blink of an eye.” His voice was flat—the way someone's is when they've agonized over a hurt for a long time.

“Oh my goodness. I can't imagine. I am so sorry.” Her heart literally felt squeezed in her chest.

Pax stepped forward, and she let go of him, her eyes glistening. “So you see now why I don't want a relationship with you. I'm very attracted to you, but I can't share you.” He turned to look at her.

Gina gazed at him for a moment. “I'm not asking you to—not like you think. I'm yours, if that's what you need. That doesn't mean I won't be sleeping with Larch and Ford, too. I know it sounds strange, but I think we're all in special circumstances. But we're also adults. The rule is honesty. I'll be perfectly honest with you and with them. I would never do anything like she did to hurt you. I always take precautions, as gauche as it sounds.” She shrugged.

He nodded. “That's good. I don't think most women would do what she did, but it burned me.”

“I understand. I would never do that—not without talking to you, if anything ever did happen.” She cleared her throat.

Pax's gaze shifted. “This is tough to ask, but here goes.”

“Shoot. Anything.” Gina leaned against the bank of chairs.

“If I'm going to do this, I need some time alone—just me and you. I can't go into some kind of foursome just like that.” He rolled his eyes. “Good Lord. I can't even believe I just said that.”

Gina laughed softly. “It is strange, isn't it? But it's as I said. We're in a really unique circumstance. We're all lonely. We're attracted to each other, and we're willing to be adult about things. I'm fine with being with just you—alone. I want that anyway at first.” She dropped her gaze, heat rising in her cheeks.

“Then let's go. You're all I've been thinking about since I saw you walk in to the facility your first day. And I guess even I have to trust again sometime.” He took her hand and led her from the room.