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She had pinned her dark auburn hair up in a loose bun. It hung around
her face and down her back in long ringlets of curls with part of it
caught up with the clip Kael had given her that first night as their
mating gift. She had pained for an hour getting her hair just right. Her
eyes held his as she walked from her father s side to Kael s side.
 You re gorgeous, my sweet Saleeya. Kael looked stunned.  I ve
never seen a more beautiful woman.
Her father acted out the transference of his protection to Kael and
placed her newly ringed hand into Kael s hand. Kael took her hand to
his mouth and kissed it. The ceremony was a very special mix of their
combined traditions. Their mothers worked hard to appropriately
combine the traditions to illustrate the melding of their worlds. The
Xian priest stepped forward to stand in front of Saleeya and Kael.
 We are here to join this couple as one, the Xian priest began.
 My Lord Kael, state your intentions to your mate.
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Kael turned to Saleeya. He held both of her hands in his,  Saleeya,
my love, I offer you my protection and my love for all time. You are
the treasure of my heart and soul. You are the only one for me from
this day forth. With you, I am one.
 Kael, my love, I offer you my love and obedience for all time.
You are my heart and soul. You are the only one for me from this day
forth. With you, I am one.
 May Xian bless your joining and gift you with many children.
May you live together in bliss until you are of a very old age. The
priest took Saleeya s left hand and Kael s right hand. He held their
hands up, joined, and prayed softly to himself.
 It is done. You are one. The cheers came from the crowd.
 My people, I give you my Alpha Prime Son and his mate,
Kliven announced, completing the ceremony.
The celebration party was fabulous. The food was excellent and
Saleeya stuffed herself with sweet meats. After eating her fill, she
danced until her feet burned. Everyone was having a wonderful time.
Saleeya had never laughed or danced so much. She danced with
everyone, even Kalinda. Kael taught Saleeya how to dance some of
the traditional dances with him. She was a quick study, and they lit up
the floor. By the end of the evening, her feet burned. Kael changed
into a more comfortable shirt and pants, and he danced with his
brothers. Just watching made Saleeya tired. At the end of their last
dance, Kael had to nearly carry Saleeya, her feet hurt so bad. He
kissed Saleeya so amorously she almost forgot where she was.
 Hey, Kael. Kliven tapped Kael on his back.  Take your
beautiful mate and go off to your private place, Kliven suggested.
 Of course, Father. You re right. We need to be alone. Kael
separated from Saleeya. For a moment, he just stared at her. He
seemed in a daze of passion. Finally, he took Saleeya s hand and
yelled his goodbyes. The crowd cheered again. Kalinda bounced over
to Saleeya and hugged her. Kael led Saleeya from the Great Hall to
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their prepared transport. Before they reached the transport, he swept
her up into his arms and carried her abroad.
* * * *
This night was similar to the night he had first taken her to the
relaxation house. It was raining hard on the hull and windows of their
transport. Kael flew the transport smoothly into the jungle toward
their private place. The hum of the engines combined with the
wearing of the day s events caused Saleeya to drift off to sleep.
 Saleeya, Kael called to her to wake her as he unbuckled her
from her guard belt.  Saleeya, wake up my sleepy mate. You can t
sleep tonight. I want to make love all night long. I m ready to burst
with desire. I need you, Kael whispered into her ear as he picked her
up and placed her on his firm lap. Saleeya wrapped her arms around
his neck and moaned his name. Kael softly kissed her closed eyes and
lips. He moaned her name. His loving adoration completely woke
Saleeya. She returned his kisses with vibrancy.
 Be careful of my gown, Kael. I like it. I want to keep it forever,
she whispered back as she attempted to open his trousers and release
his bulging cock into her hands.
 What are you doing, my sweet mate. Are you eager for me? Do
you want me to take you in here? Kael helped her undress.
 It s raining too hard. Let s make love in here. We ll go into the
house when the rain slows. Saleeya unbuttoned his silky shirt and
rubbed her hand over his muscular chest.  You feel so nice. Her
hands roamed all over him. In a few moments, Kael had Saleeya out
of her joining gown and undergarments. He held her naked on his lap.
After he pushed his trousers down past his knees, he kicked them off.
His silky shirt fell fully open, revealing his masculine splendor in the
dim transport landing light. The cream of his silk shirt emphasized his
tanned skin. His eyes were bright amber and his pupils elongated with
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