Chapter 20

Elizabeth had backed away as soon as she and Ray finished with the female Chorton’s brain. Then, as she watched, Ray again delved into the female’s mind. This time, it was almost a whisper type of touch. Even as she watched, Ray was moving through her mind at a frightening speed. She was barely able to keep up. Then she saw him stop and concentrate on an area that she could see he’d affected before. Though frightened herself, Elizabeth continued to watch in an almost hypnotized state.

Ray knew there wasn’t a lot of time before the female awoke. He had to move fast. Finally, he found what he’d obviously missed before. Lightly, he touched those areas and planted the idea that Miahally was off-limits from the standpoint of the government ‘til she was allowed to breed with him. Again, a sick feeling came over him as he saw again the violent acts that the female wanted to do with Miahally, acts he considered abnormal.

Elizabeth and Nali saw the strained look on Ray’s face as he delved deeper into the female’s mind. Then they both made the mistake of looking also. Both withdrew in abject horror at the scenes that they saw there. Then both sighed in relief as they saw that the thoughts weren’t Ray’s but those of the female Chorton. Nali and Elizabeth looked at each other with disgusted looks. Was this really normal sex on this world?

Ray had finally put everything in place as far as he knew, though he had to look further. No sense in this happening again. Rapidly, he went through well over half of her mind again when he saw something far deeper than he’d been. Damn it! This was dangerous. He’d never been that deep before, almost but not that far. As with almost any brain, this section was the most delicate. One mistake there and they might as well kiss the entity goodbye. Lightly, Ray moved into the area, trying to touch nothing. Finally reaching what he’d seen, he stared at it intensely. It appeared to be a child’s extreme curiosity. Ray knew it was just who she was, nothing evil, so she didn’t deserve to lose it.

Elizabeth and Nali were staring in wonder at just how deep Ray had gone. Nali smiled when she saw that Ray had decided that the female deserved to retain the section that was giving them problems. Ray, she gently said as he was trying to decide what to do. Thank you for not destroying her. If you are having a problem deciding, just have that section remain hidden ‘til the new queen takes the throne.

Ray’s eyes flew wide. Of course! Thank you, Nali. I was so afraid I was going to have to damage her. I am afraid, though, that I don’t have a light enough touch yet. Elizabeth, if I guide you, do you think you can reach the area?

I ... if you can help guide me, yes, I think so. But Ray, I am afraid that I might do something wrong. I almost killed her once. I don’t think I want to do that again. Elizabeth told him, a look of terror on her face.

I’ll be right there beside you, hon. As long as you let me guide you, we should be alright. Ray told her, breathing easier when she began to relax. Ok, I am right here. I am going to partly merge with you, then we can start, okay?

Alright, I think I am ready. Elizabeth’s mouth dropped open as Ray merged with her. Oh god! It was almost orgasmic. What was going on? Ray, stop a moment! I am experiencing something wonderful! Looking over at Nali, Elizabeth’s mouth dropped open again. That’s why you were so sad when you left his body!

Yes, Ray cannot hear us. Please, never tell him, but we three are destined to be together. Soon I will be able to also, Nali just shook her head at the questioning look from Elizabeth.

Are you alright? Ray asked a moment later.

Yes, I am sorry. The feeling was a little overwhelming. I think I will be okay now, Elizabeth told him.

They both delved deep, then deeper still. When they had finally reached the area, Ray gently instructed Elizabeth on what to do. Within only a few minutes, they were done and withdrawing. Hmmm, Ray thought, perhaps something of this nature might be what was needed for the new queen. Miahally kept watch as Ray pointed to the female and levitated her back into her domicile. Breathing a sigh, Ray sat in the open room. He was starting to feel weary, as it appeared Elizabeth and Nali were. It was at that moment that he felt the first slight pull.