0 comments/ 3095 views/ 5 favorites Legacy of the Celestials Ch. 01 By: geovani772 Chapter 1: The End of Peace LEXINGTON "Twenty-three years, Daniel, it has been twenty-three years and I still can't believe it," Lexington stated as he pressed himself further back into the lounging chair of his homes' foyer. Daniel sat across the short, round table from Lexington and reached for his mug of freshly brewed ale. He nodded in reply to Lexington's statement. "Peace is very unsettling. You never know when it will end. On the other hand, wartime is familiar. Constant vigilance is a necessity. It's what we lived to do. We were created to be the keepers of justice in the universe and both you and I know that there will always be those who oppose justice," Daniel said. Lexington nodded. "But we're no longer the keepers of justice. As Ehemaligs, we're seemingly without purpose." "Don't say that," Daniel quickly interjected. "We live as the humans do and we protect them as we always have." "Always the Keeper of Wisdom," Lexington said lightly. Daniel smiled. "In Cielos, I served as Advisor to the Omnipotent. In this Earthen Realm, I serve as Advisor to you. We all still have purpose." The door to Lexington's home slammed open as Alexa, Lexington's twenty-three year old daughter strolled in. As she passed by Daniel, she bowed her head slightly before stepping by her father's side and placing a kiss atop his head. "What trouble have you found yourself in now?" Lexington asked. "Not any trouble at all," said Gaous, the former Chiefman of the First Quarter of Shahemein, now Lexington's personal counsel on all Shahemeinian matters. Lexington and Daniel laughed. "I believe that's my cue," Daniel inserted as he stood up. He proceeded to lean over and grasped Lexington's hand. "Until next time." Daniel turned and patted Gaous on the shoulder, "Take care." Gaous replied with a smile as Daniel exited and shut the door behind him. "How fairs the newly appointed Chiefman of the Third Quarter of Shahemein?" Gaous asked. Lexington nodded. "Different that being a soldier. Human politics was never something I cared for. I saw it merely as bickering, but alas, I find the importance of the debates we so often hold. Shahemein continues to grow with the growth of trade." Alexa chuckled before saying, "I'll let you two talk," as she headed upstairs. Gaous shook his head, "Let's not talk about politics, old friend. How about you give an old man a story, for a change?" Lexington laughed. "You're my counsel. Aren't you supposed to have the stories?" Gaous raised his hand, "It's your turn, my young friend." Alexa began to snore so very quietly as young children tend to do while asleep. "Perhaps another time," Lexington whispered. Gaous nodded in reply. "Thank you for watching her," Lexington added as the two rose from their seats. "I'll let myself out." Lexington carried Alexa up the stairs to her room and on her bed. He pulled the sheets over her and placed a light kiss on her head. He peaked out the one window in Alexa's room and saw how late it really was. The day went by fast for him, he thought. The days continue to move so quickly. He slowly walked down the hallway to his bedroom and sat on the chair that was placed at the edge of the balcony. His home was situated atop the Panoramia, one of the tallest buildings in the Third Quarter of Shahemein. The top of the Panoramia is shared with Galius, the grandson of Gaous, who now serves Shahemein as one of the three Military Advisors. A large and thick wall that stretched to the end of the roof and almost the other separated the two homes. The other end of the partition stopped at a hallway that joined the two homes as well as the stairwell that led to the lower levels of the Panoramia. As he slumped further into his chair, he enjoyed the cool breeze of the night air. Across the partition is one of two balconies that Galius's home has. He could hear some struggling coming from Galius's home, though he was not alarmed. As he peaked over to the adjacent balcony, he saw Galius and one of his many lovers stumble onto the balcony. The two men were wrapped in themselves as they kissed each other furiously. Lexington could see the moonlight shine off their skin. They've been at it for a while. Galius's partner turned Galius and bent him over the end of the balcony. Lexington tried not to watch, but could see from his peripheral view that Galius's partner was now thrusting his hips into Galius's. Galius grunted loudly with each thrust. Lexington realized he was glad he situated Alexa in the room farthest from Galius's side of the top floor. His mind began to wander as his eyelids got heavier. He felt his head tilt back and had to draw it forward. His vision began to haze. "Lexington!" a woman called out. She stood naked in the middle of the Grasslands that sat between the River Luildel and the eastern gate of Shahemein. He realized the woman calling out to him was Tanicia. She stopped working at the whorehouse when she had found she was pregnant with his child all those years ago. "Lexington, where are you!" Tanicia yelled out. Black figures erupted from the grass surrounding Tanicia. The black figures surrounded Tanicia as she screamed. He threw himself away from the chair. It's dawn. He turned quickly and to see Alexa standing by his doorway. "Everything all right?" she asked. He sighed a bit of relief. I've been dreaming much more often lately, he realized. The dreams were becoming increasingly vivid. Too vivid. Someone began knocking on the door as he prepared himself for the day. It was Manya and Harami, the housemaids who watched after Alexa and prepared her meals throughout the day. He quickly made his way to the door and swung it open for them. Both Manya and Harami quickly gave him a hug. Manya quickly made her way towards Alexa's room. "Lexi!" Manya called out. "We're here!" He knew Manya and Harami loved Alexa as their own even though they were only ten years Alexa's senior. Harami remained in the hallway after she shut the door behind her and watched as Manya disappeared around the corner. Harami quickly slid her fingers and took hold of his limp cock, slid her arm around his waste and pressed her small breasts against his firm chest as she kissed him passionately. "I thought you were going to call on me last night," Harami whispered after she ended their kiss. He smiled. "Apologies. I was... tired." "The new position suits you well, the people deserve a leader like you," Harami said as she began to stroke Lexington's now hardening cock. He slipped his hands beneath the tightened wrapping that held her long skirt up. He took hold of Harami's firm ass as he kissed her again. Harami pulled away and Manya poked her head from around the corner. "Apologies, my lord," Manya interrupted, "Harami, we have a lot to prepare." And with that, she was gone again. "Prepare?" he asked. "The party," Harami replied. She placed a quick kiss on his lips and went on with her duties. Ah, yes, the party, he remembered. The party was to commemorate his appointment. The entire Panoramia would be filled with party guests and only the highest of officials would be entertained in Lexington's home. Since the end of the War of the Badlands, trade to Shahemein had reached an ever-increasing high. With said trade, collaboration between the neighboring cities had also increased. Aloantei and Kahemein, the other two major cities of Shatelos, have gone as far as to send emissaries every month to reassure relations. --- Upon exiting his home, Lexington found Galius also leaving for the day. Galius stood just as tall as he though he wasn't as broad shouldered. He did have a graceful agility about him that was most clearly displayed when he walked or bowed. As the two met each other in the entrance hallway, Galius bowed and smiled that wide smile of his. "Lexington, dear neighbor. Prepared for the new day?" "As prepared as one in my position can be," Lexington returned the smile. The two began to walk down the stairs to the lower levels of the Panoramia. "How do you like your new position?" "It's... political." Galius chuckled. "Fear not, things are going about to get more interesting." "How so?" "Commodus has arranged a meeting between the four Chiefman and the Military Advisors. It will be the first closed door meeting in almost a century." Lexington had only read about these "closed door" meetings. The Council Meetings that took place at The Compendial were always open-door meetings. Anyone was welcome though most didn't care enough to sit through the whole affair. The Closed Door Meetings meant a vital decision needed to be made regarding security, but the last security threat was Shadohinus and the War of the Badlands, as people are now calling it, that ended twenty-three years ago. "What's going on?" Lexington asked. "Apparently Cassius' spies had reported that Ashur is preparing an attack on Shahemein." "Ridiculous." "Exactly, but the fact that the news had travelled up the chain to a military advisor? It's something to talk about at least." Lexington nodded. "Very well then, see you at the meeting." Galius patted Lexington on the shoulder and headed off. Lexington typically took trips around Shahemein and if time permitted he would visit the slums of Shahemein, now officially called Shamein. The slums was treated as the "fifth" quarter of Shahemein, but wasn't designated at such simply because it wasn't within the walls of the large city. It was already near the middle of the day when Lexington arrived in the First Quarter, but he realized it was still a bit early for the meeting. He found a vacant bench and placed himself on it. The noon breeze was a bit warm for his taste, but the sun was as inviting as ever. He titled his head back and closed his eyes. "Lexington, how are you?" said a soft, familiar female voice. I know her, Lexington thought. Lexington stood from the bench and smiled. "I'm well. How are you?" Lexington peered into Tanicia's big hazel eyes. There was longing in them that he recognized in his own. "All is well," Tanicia replied. Beside Tanicia stood a young man about Alexa's age who had his mother's eyes. "I believe you know my son, Levi," Tanicia said. "Hello, Levi," Lexington said. "It's good to see you again." Levi had the same brilliant golden eyes that he had, though his hair was curly and dark like his mothers. "I'm well, sir, thank you," Levi said. A friend of Levi's caught his eye at that moment. "Excuse me," he said before going off to meet the friend. "How is he?" Lexington asked. "He's done well. Already promoted a second time in his three years of service." She was referring to Levi's time in the Shahemeinian Military. "His father takes all the credit." Lucius, Lexington thought. She's referring to Lucius, her husband and a prominent captain of Shahemein. "I'm glad to see you're both well," Lexington said. Tanicia smiled. She lightly brushed her hand against his and was about to say something before someone called out for Lexington. "M'lord! Lord Lexington! They're starting!" yelled Planos, Commodus's aid. "Till another time," Lexington said. Tanicia nodded and smiled. Upon entering the Compendial, Commodus sat the far end from Lexington on the highest seat of the large round table. The new Chiefman of the First Quarter was not a military man like Gaous. His views on military and defenses made Lexington worry for the welfare of his adopted home. The others seated at the table included Fortus, the Chiefman of the Second Quarter, Clautus, the Chiefman of the Fourth Quarter, and in between them was an empty seat for Lexington. On the opposite side of the seats of the Chiefman were the seats of the Military Advisors, Pilate, Cassius, and Galius. "Welcome," Commodus said. He then turned to his aid, Planos and said, "Shut the door." After Planos shut the door, Commodus continued. "I want to begin today to address the city's defenses. It has come to Cassius' attention that the Ashurians are planning an attack on Shahemein." Clautus laughed out loud and slammed his hand on the table. "Is this some kind of a joke? The Ashurians haven't had a single successful campaign against. Ever. And here we are having a closed door session on a beautiful Saturday, wasting time..." "Enough," Galius said. He noticed that Galius inherited Gaous' commanding presence. Commodus nodded. "We have no specific information on the attack, but we do know the Ashurians plan one. I have brought us here together to vote on a very new matter." Commodus turned towards Galius and nodded. Galius returned the nod and stood. "Because of our growing relationships between Kahemein and Aloantei, we believe it would be in our best interest to ally with them in times of war. When they need aid, we come to them, when we need, they to us. The city of Ashur occupies an island half the size of Shatelos. Even though the journey to Shatelos treacherous and lengthy, we simply have a vast amount of resources that they desire." Galius paused for a moment to let the information sink in and then continued. "First, we must vote to send emissaries to the two cities. The vote will include the Chiefmen and the Military Advisors. Raise your hands to approve." Everyone but Commodus rose his hand. Galius turned to Commodus and asked, "Would you like to explain your decision?" Commodus shook his head. "It's a vote and the decision has been made. Move on." Galius nodded and continued, "The next vote is to choose who will act as emissary. Because there is no precedent, we have no official emissary for Shahemein. Also, because we see this as a particularly sensitive matter, we ask that one of us act as emissary. We will go to each and call out who would be best suited as emissary." Each of the men nodded in agreement. Galius then said, "I will go first. I vote for Cassius to go." Cassius followed, "Lexington." Why me? Lexington thought to himself. Why would Cassius vote for him. For the time that he had known him, he had the inclination that Cassius didn't care much for him. Maybe that's why. Fortus followed, "Galius." Pilate followed, "Galius." Clautos said, "Lexington." Commodus said, "Lexington." Lexington paused for a moment. He realized Galius only needed one more vote. Even though, it didn't matter to him if he was chosen to go or not. He wanted peace. Either way, he wanted to make sure that if he were chosen, it was because they chose without a doubt. Lexington then said, "Galius." Galius nodded and finished, "With this tie, it is the Chiefman of the First Quarter's decision to choose." Commodus paused for a second and then stood up with his hands placed on the table and said, "Lexington will act as emissary to Aloantei and Galius to Kahemein." All nodded in agreement. Galius then concluded the meeting with, "Good. Lexington and I will depart the city tomorrow morning. See you all at Lexington's appointment celebration." --- Later that day, Lexington continued his stroll to the First Quarter. He had been a frequent visitor of Kassi's Brothel. Kassi owned the most expensive whorehouse in Shahemein. The expense mainly was to retain secrecy to its patrons. Kassi's Brothel had a main business site, but each session was arranged in different parts of the First Quarter. He stepped into Kassi's office and was greeted by Kassi, an extremely voluptuous woman. At times, Lexington felt she was structurally unsound. An embroidered wrap that was tied at the top behind her neck held her large breasts and her flat and firm stomach was always exposed along with her incredibly thick ass and muscular legs. She also wore a belt that had a long cloth that hung below her legs on both the front and back end. Upon seeing Lexington, Kassi stood from her large ornate table and stepped towards him. She placed her hands on his face, and pressed her full lips against his. She slid the tip of her tongue along the length of his lips and pulled away. "Our favorite patron, how can I assist you on this gorgeous day?" Kassi asked in the politest of ways. He smiled. "How about the head of the whorehouse?" he requested jokingly. She placed a quick kiss on the end of his chin and said, "Sorry, love, you know it doesn't work like that." He nodded and asked, "How about Anita?" She smiled. "Anita is at Keran's Tower, she hasn't had a visitor all day." He smiled as he placed his payment on her table and left. He had been one of Anita's patrons for almost a year. She was one of the tallest human women he had ever known and one of the most beautiful. She had a very, very pale complexion and her hair was as black as a jar of ink. Her lips curved so perfectly and were always full and colored red. She had high cheekbones and dark almond shaped eyes. Her breasts were almost the sizes of his palms, but the curvature of her hips was all he needed. Her legs, like her arms, were skinny and her ass was big enough just to fill his grasp. She was also a very tough woman. When he felt that familiar fire burn within him, it was Anita who had the grace and beauty to put it out... or at least contain it. He found his way to Keran's Tower, one of the many inns and eateries in the First Quarter. He entered and saw the large crowd. He passed unnoticed. He was approached by Ornoth, the keeper of Keran's Tower. "Greetings, sir, looking for a room?" Ornoth asked pleasantly. Lexington shook his head. He raised his little finger and his thumb and pointed it towards the ground. This was the sign that patrons of Kassi were instructed to give. Ornoth nodded quickly and turned to head up the stairs. Lexington followed suit. Ornoth brought him the far end of top floor and knocked. Ornoth turned and headed back towards the stairs. The door opened and Anita peaked through. Lexington quickly recognized her dark eyes. She opened the door and pulled him in. She shut the door behind her, kissed him vigorously as she pressed him against the door. She broke the kiss, pushed herself away from him and sat herself on the edge of the bed. She was wearing a short dress that had knots that kept it together at the top and at the waist. "Well? What are you waiting for?" she asked. "Ravish me." With that, him tore his robes off and lunged at her. He lifted her higher onto the bed and pushed her to her back while kissing her. She reached in between his legs and grabbed hold of his already bulging erect cock. She began to stroke it while he kissed and sucked at her neck and earlobe. He reached under her already high dress and teased her clit with his index finger and thumb. She took hold of his fingers and guided them along the lips of her vagina. She was soaking wet. He pushed his two fingers in and began to finger her while continuing to suck and kiss on her neck. "Get on your back," she whispered. Once on his back, she quickly mounted him. Her dress remained on so she hiked it up enough so that she could watch as she squeezed his cock into her soaking and accepting pussy. She let out a gasp as he pressed down on her hips with his hands and slowly thrust up into her hips with his. He then wrapped his arms around her and pulled her close as they began to kiss while she rocked her hips back and forth on his cock. Back and forth, back and forth went her hips as she moaned and groaned into his ears. Both were in complete ecstasy as she continued to grind her hips into his. Her pussy continued to drip but she was as tight as he remembered. Too soon, he realized as he shoved her hips up and forcing his cock to slide out of her vagina. He grunted as he shot his seed onto himself and her. She slid to his side and laid her head on his chest. Legacy of the Celestials Ch. 01 Both were gasping as Lexington finally muttered, "I'm sorry... I..." She brought a finger to his lips. She left it there for a moment while both continued to breathe heavily. He took her hand in his and squeezed it. He gave her a kiss on the forehead. He stared up at the ceiling and felt his breathing slow down and drifted off to sleep. --- TITUS The young man clasped his hands tightly together. The sweat of his palms made him feel even worse. He was always nervous to visit the Lord of Shantei, but he realized this was only his fourth visit. Being the Shahemein Liaison to Shantei was a position that no one wanted except for his predecessor, Vasparian. Before Vasparian died, he was appointed the liaison to Shantei by Shahemein Council. Vasparian was a beloved councilman and a highly vocal advocate of the Ehemaligs presence in the earthen realm during and after the War of the Badlands. It was Vasparian who convinced the council that a liaison was necessary. Titus served as Vasparian's aid since he was fourteen years of age. When Vasparian died a year ago, Titus had hoped he would be appointed a Councilman, but instead was appointed the Liaison to Shantei. Titus didn't necessarily dislike Shantei, he simply felt out of place and rightfully so. The Ehemaligs were viewed as gods to the humans for their superhuman abilities. Vasparian had always reminded Titus that he thanked God that the Ehemaligs were on their side. Despite he knew what Ehemaligs were capable of, Vasparian had respected and loved them. It was their sacrifice, Vasparian told Titus. The Ehemaligs could rule the earth as dictators and yet they remain in the most remote city and desire nothing. Vasparian's words always gave Titus comfort when he knew he had to stand before Gavreel, Lord of Shantei and Lord Commander of the Ehemaligs. Once Titus approached the top of the stairs of the High Tower of Shantei, it took one last step to enter the grand office of Gavreel. Gavreel's office took the entire top section of the High Tower. The Lord of Shantei's office had two panoramic windows that looked upon the north and south sides of Shantei with partial views of the east and west walls. Titus took in one deep breath and entered the grand office of Gavreel. He always thought the arrangement of the grand office was meant to intimidate those who entered. The top of the stairway ended almost towards the center of the room. Along the granite walls were benches that were carved in and opposite the entry way were placed two large chairs that were also carved from granite. The chair that Gavreel sat on faced south and had a cushion on both the seat and the backrest. The chair that his visitor was to sit on was purely granite. As Titus entered, he saw Gavreel peering out the north panoramic window with his hands clasped behind him. The Lord of Shantei was always dressed in a pearl white robe that was fastened at the waist with a black, leather belt. Sheathed at the side of Gavreel's seat was a greatsword with the most ornate hilt that Titus had ever seen. "Please, have a seat," Gavreel said. The Lord of Shantei was always polite, but his commanding presence always made Titus feel like a mouse that stood before a lion. To make matters worse, Titus was shorter than the average man. He stood at five feet and five inches and was always reminded of his stature by the teasing from his peers. "Thank you, m'lord," Titus said nervously. "What business to discuss today?" "Um," Titus paused, "Forgive me m'lord, I..." Titus began to stutter. Gavreel remained quiet as he kept his gaze on the north side of Shantei. Titus cleared his throat. "The agenda calls for discussion of the halt, the progress of the thirteen, and the Nation of Ashur." Gavreel nodded and replied, "Go on." Titus continued to stutter while asking, "How... the Shahemeinian Council has requested if the halt is still in place?" Gavreel nodded. "Next." Titus cleared his throat again. Of all the strange customs of the Ehemaligs, the halt was the strangest. He could still vividly remember when Vasparian had explained what the Ehemalig Halt was. It was years ago when Vasparian and Titus were on a journey back to Shahemein from Shantei. In those days, Vasparian didn't need a cane to walk though he did sometimes require Titus's aid up steep inclines or stairs. "It was thought that Ehemaligs could not bear children," Vasparian started. The old man always had a strange way of pausing in between sentences before continuing his thought. It used to aggravate Titus, but to his dismay he learned to obtain a great deal of patience. "After the War of the Badlands," Vasparian continued, "it was expected that the Ehemaligs would rejoice in their victory. Alas, Ehemalig women began to show signs of pregnancy. It wasn't until the thirteenth pregnancy Ehemalig when Gavreel mandated that there should be no more pregnancies for the safety of their small society." "Safety?" Titus remembered asking. How could they not want children, Titus had thought to himself. Vasparian nodded and replied, "Gavreel feared, as did other Ehemaligs including the great Lexington, that because there had never before been Ehemalig children, Gavreel wanted to remain cautious. He feared how they might turn out, hence the halting of procreation." "Next?" Gavreel had repeated, this time more sternly. "How fare the thirteen?" Titus asked. "The thirteen seem to be doing well all except for the fact that they haven't seemed to age past eighteen. Five years and they look exactly the same." "Yes, sir, we went over this our last meeting. How do they fare in other arenas, intelligence for instance?" Titus asked, almost regretting the question. Gavreel nodded and replied, "They're absolutely brilliant, compared to humans of their age. We've had to continually adapt the curriculum." "H-how..." Titus feared he may regret this question as well, but continued with, "How does it feel to see the humans from a different perspective?" With that, Gavreel turned and faced Titus. The late morning light highlighted Gavreel's sharp features. The crows feet of Gavreel's eyes were deep set like the few wrinkles that formed around the corners of his mouth. What was most apparent was how the light seemed to caress Gavreel's brilliantly blonde shoulder length hair. Though Gavreel stood a good eight feet from where Titus was seated, his rich hazel eyes seemed to be able to see beyond Titus thin frame. "What do you mean?" Gavreel finally asked after what seemed an eternity of silent, direct eye contact. "N-n-never mind, I overstep my..." "Tell me," Gavreel interrupted. "I was curious how it is to view humans from Cielos compared to how you see them now." Gavreel turned back towards the panoramic window and proceeded to look down at the mug of water that sat on the windowsill. He picked up the mug and seemed to look deeper into it. "My lord?" Titus asked. Gavreel placed the mug down slowly and replied, "It is strange." Titus remained silent. He wondered if Gavreel would add anything else, but then the silence began to worsen the already uncomfortable situation. "Lastly, the Council of Shahemein wanted me to discuss with you're the current state of the Nation of Ashur," Titus said with as much confidence as he could muster. "Go on." "It appears that the Ashurians are planning an attack on Shahemein though no cause has been discovered at this point." Titus paused before continuing by adding, "The Council wanted me to inquire as to the position that Shantei would take if Shahemein were to be attacked." Gavreel sighed before replying, "The affairs of men are just that. You engage in war unnecessarily while the true enemy remains out there." "True enemy?" "Those that threaten the existence of humanity are not human." "So Shantei will not aid Shahemein?" "Not if the conflict is one among men." Titus nodded and quickly stood. "Thank you for your time, m'lord." And with that, Titus turned and headed towards the stairs. That could have gone worse, Titus thought to himself as he stepped down the winding staircase. The simple layout of the High Tower always surprised Titus. Ehemaligs were viewed as superior beings in every way, especially intellect. The winding staircase was at the center of the High Tower and led to each and every level, but then he was reminded of what Vasparian had always said, "It takes a complex mind to make something simple." As Titus approached the bottom of the High Tower, Sera was on her way up. The High Tower staircase, in Titus' mind, was simply too small for comfort. This was evident as the two brushed arms as they passed by each other. The beautiful Ehemalig offered Titus the brightest of smiles before continuing her way up. He paused to lean over and watch her as she stepped out of sight. The Ehemaligs always dressed the same way every day and every day Titus had thanked the All-Knowing that the same rule applied to Sera. Sera was always dressed in a magnificently strewn tan hide that was short enough to reveal the curvature of her immaculate buttocks if viewed from the perfect angle. His favorite aspect, aside from her ass, was her well-defined muscular legs. He suspected that one of her legs were as thick as his waist which added to the already stacked evidence that he was simply not enough for someone like her. "You're a dreamer," said Lucia, Titus's aid. The smirk on her face said it all. Lucia was leaned against the inner wall of the entryway at the bottom floor of the High Tower. "I know nothing of what you speak," Titus said jokingly as he passed her exiting the High Tower. Lucia gave Titus a little shove as she caught up to him. Lucia was a bit taller than Titus, but was slender as could be. Although she is a few years older than Titus, she was appointed Titus's aid after Titus was promoted to Liaison to Shantei. "Don't be coy, Titus. It's written all over those extended gazes." Titus remained silent though he couldn't keep himself from grinning. Of course, he thought to himself. Sera was the most perfect being he had ever seen. He figured it was simply his bad luck that she wasn't human. "There is a line of perfectly fit Shahemeinian woman who want to wed you and you had to slave over an Ehemalig," Sera teased. "You've known her for how many years now? Why don't you do something?" Titus shook his head. "I don't... know her. I know her name. And... I've said greetings." "Goodness." Titus hung his head. Sera proceeded to slap him on his back. "Cheer up. We'll be home in a month and you can build up your confidence." "How?" "You know how." Titus shook his head as he chuckled. She was referring to the whorehouses of Shahemein. He agreed that Shahemeinian woman were beautiful, but he was in love. Well... he was enamored. --- LEXINGTON Everyone raised their glasses and yelled "LEXINGTON! LEXINGTON! LEXINGTON!" Lexington raised his hands as he stood just in front of the edge of his balcony. "I, thank you, really, thank you all for coming and the support you have given me. But please, I do believe it's time to end the party." The small crowd that filled Lexington's foyer broke out in laughter as they dispersed to their own small groups. Lexington turned to face the city of Shahemein as he leaned over the balcony. "This is truly a great day," Gaous said as he placed his arm on Lexington's shoulder. Lexington found the gesture awkward due to Gaous being much shorter than he, but he didn't mind. He nodded in reply to Gaous while continuing to gaze at his city. "What's on your mind?" Gaous asked. Lexington glanced at Gaous while a false smile before turning back to look at Shahemein. "A discussion for another time," he finally said. Gaous patted Lexington on the shoulder before removing his hand. "Celebrate, my friend. Celebrate," Gaous added before he turned and began to greet the other guests. Lexington kept his gaze fixed on Shahemein and slowly the sound from the party began to fade away until all he heard was the breeze. Ashur, he thought. He imagined the Ashurians sending their armies across the Grasslands from the Luildel River. He pictured himself standing alone awaiting them. He knew, with his Celestial might, that they would be as mere insects. It would be a slaughter. He shook his head. Peace, he thought to himself. Men should not be fighting men. "Still brooding, I see," said a familiar voice. Lexington turned to greet his old friend and advisor, Daniel. Daniel smiled as he gulped the last of his red wine. "One could get used to this." "I believe one already has," Lexington said as the two broke out in laughter. "As the Keeper of Wisdom, I was always surprised at how quickly you adjusted to this life." Daniel smiled. "What sounds wiser to you? Attempting to live in the in past or living in the present?" Lexington nodded, returned a smile, and turned to fix his gaze back on his city. "You really should meet with him," Daniel added. By him, Daniel was referring to Gavreel, Lexington thought to himself. Gavreel and Lexington have not spoken since his former commander mandated the Ehemalig Halt. He secretly disagreed with Gavreel's decision, but publicly agreed with his former commander to continue the sense of unity though his absence from Shantei has proven otherwise. "The thirteen are beautiful," Daniel added. "Almost as beautiful as Alexa." The mention of his daughter always brought a smile to Lexington. He hated that Daniel knew that. "It is peculiar, however, that Alexa ages as a normal human would while the thirteen age as we do." "Her mother's blood, apparently." Daniel nodded. "It's exciting to see what she has inherited from her parents. Only time will tell. As for the thirteen, they're precious. You really should go spend some time with your former comrades at Shantei." Lexington remained silent. "Very well then. I'll be heading back to Shantei tonight." "Tonight?" Lexington asked as he turned to face Daniel. "I thought you would be here at least a week." Daniel shook his head. "I thought you've noticed, but then again you haven't left Shahemein in the longest time. We're slowing down, Lex." Lexington returned a confused gaze. "Our Celestial abilities are slowly diminishing. We bend to the rules of the realm, remember?" Daniel embraced Lexington one last time. "I hope to see you soon," Daniel added before turning to leave. --- It was shortly after midnight when the last of the guests left the party. During the entire event, Manya and Harami had been picking up after the guests and by the time the last one left, Lexington's home looked as if nothing had happened. "Good night, m'lord," Manya said before she bowed and exited. "Good night, m'lord," Harami added as she turned to exit. Just as she was about to go through the door, she shut it and placed her back against the door and gazed at Lexington. He crossed his arms and gazed back at her. He loved the passion that radiated from her dark brown, almond shaped eyes. She stepped toward him, but he raised his hand to stop her. He walked towards her, cupped her face, and placed his lips on hers. He gently sucked on her lower lip while reaching for the knot that held her gown up. As they continued to kiss, he undid the knot and let her gown drop exposing her tear drop shaped breasts and slim figure. She reached for his already erect cock and began to stroke it gently. He pulled her hand from inside his trousers and turned her to so that she was now facing the door. He placed his hand at the center of her upper back, pressed her against the polished wooden door, and then pulled her hips towards him. He went to his knees, spread her ass cheeks, and slid his tongue along the length of her ass crack while he played with her clit. Harami moaned softly with her hands placed on the door, wriggling from time to time as he continued to eat her ass out. He paused, placed two fingers of his other hand in his mouth then pressed the tip of his index finger on her sphincter. Her tight muscle denied its entry, but she pushed back against his finger until the tip slipped in. He then proceeded to finger fuck both her pussy and ass. He continued to piston his fingers in and out of both of her wholes while lovingly and gently placing kisses on her luscious ass. As soon as he felt the fingers that were in her pussy prune, he pulled his fingers from both her holes and stood up. He gave his still erect cock a few strokes, used his free hand to spread her ass cheeks, and pressed the head of his cock against her sphincter. He felt the resistance but continued to push gently as she let out a gasp. Slowly, he slid the entire length of his cock deep into her till pubes were pressed against her ass checks. He placed both hands at the tops of her hips and slowly pulled his cock out halfway then slowly pushed it back in. With each thrust forward, she let out a small gasp. He continued to push in and out of her tight ass, slowly increasing his speed and thrusting harder. The harder he pushed in, the louder her gasps and moans. It wasn't long before her ass was loose enough that he could plow in and out of her without any caution. She let out a slight scream prompting him to place his hand over her mouth. Her screaming only aroused him further. He continued to thrust harder and faster with each of her moans and yelps muffled by his palm until finally he slammed his hips as far forward as he could feeling every single muscle of his tighten while shooting his seed deep into her rectum. As his muscles relaxed, he placed a hand on her cheek and turned it so that he could place a kiss on her lips. He slowly pulled his limp cock from her ass resulting as a plop as the head of his made its way out. He bent down, grabbed her gown, pulled it up and redid the knot for her. She turned, wrapped her arms around his neck, and placed a passionate kiss on his lips. The two exchanged a smile as they headed to his bedroom. --- The next morning went quickly. Manya arrived in the morning as always with Harami having already begun her duties. It was barely dawn when Lexington had already finished preparing himself for the journey to the city of Aloantei. Upon exiting the Panoramia, Lexington was greeted Commodus at the entrance of the first level. "Upon Galius and the rest of the Council's request, you are to be accompanied by a small regiment of Shahemeinian troops," said Commodus. Lexington raised his hand while shaking his head, "I don't want to appear as such protection is needed. Our relationship with Aloantei is peaceful and approaching with guards won't reinforce that fact." "They're merely escorts." "Even so." "At least take a couple of men with you." Lexington placed a hand on Commodus' shoulder before saying, "Listen, I am entirely comfortable with doing this task alone. What harm could come to me?" "It pains me to say this, but as important a man the council thinks you are, the people think you are even more important. It would look reflect negatively on me if I send Shahemein's beloved protector as an envoy without protection." He still didn't seem convinced, but before he could speak Commodus had quickly interrupted him. "How about this – I have a couple of our Nizari accompany you instead?" Nizari, Lexington thought to himself. The Nizari was a fairly new group of highly trained protectors. What made the group so significant was that the group was entirely made up of women. The group was formed eight years ago by Galius and Brutus, one of their first decisions as Military Advisors. Protectors, Lexington thought to himself. He knew what Galius and Brutus had really meant was that this new group would be assassins. Legacy of the Celestials Ch. 01 "Lexington?" He nodded his head in reply. "Yes, that may be a better idea." "Excellent. The Nizari will be excellent escorts. I will have two Nizari meet you at the Uuntshahe gate in half an hour." He nodded in agreement as he watched Commodus hurry off. With half an hour to spare, he figured he would simply wait. He headed to the camel stables where two camels were already prepared for the gifts he was to give to the Masters of Aloantei and his own luggage. He took the camels, guided them to the west gate, Uuntshahe, and parked them on the side of the road just outside the city. Quickly enough, two women approached him. The first thing he noticed was that they were shorter than the average Shahemeinian woman. They stood just over five feet. They were both dressed in the traditional wear of Shahemeinian women though he could notice that they had hidden knives and daggers through out their bodices. They were obviously athletic, had the brightest golden eyes he had ever seen, and had black, straight hair that was pulled tightly back and kept in a neat ponytail. He wondered if they were sisters. "My name is Kahina," said one of the Nizari. "I am Azah," said the other. He bowed his head then replied, "It is an honor. I've heard great things of your order." They returned a slight smile, before Azah asked, "When shall we leave." "Right now," he replied. "I don't know what Commodus had briefed you on, but I don't expect much trouble on the way to Aloantei."