Chapter 259 - 3.16 TLOC (6)

Zander teleported the two of them to his living room, where he had laid out a blanket and pillows for himself. Nyx’s eyes adjusted to the darkness. As a demon, she could see very well in the dark, especially with how powerful she was. Nyxara wasn’t just a princess and heir to the throne, she was physically strong, gifted in magic and had several demon art spells she mastered. She trained vigorously growing up, especially with her father. She also studied with the best tutors available.

That’s why she wasn’t ever worried when men tried to force themselves upon her or kiss her. She could charm them away or defend herself. Her stunning body was just the icing on the cake for Zander, or any other suitor, as her intelligence, strength and character, were her true beauty, along with those pink pupils in her otherwise fully black eyes.

"Why do you have pillows and a blanket on your couch silly?" Nyx asked with rosy cheeks.

"I figured you might be tired, it is late and I was going to sleep out here so you could have my bed."

Nyx gently grabbed his hand while asking, "Why can’t we just cuddle in your bed together?"

"What does it mean to cuddle? I thought you promised your father you wouldn’t sleep with me?" He asked, confused.

Nyx laughed. "Ah, I see where you’re mixed up. Ok, so, sleeping with someone the way I mentioned to my father would be romantically doing intimate things, not just simply sleeping. Cuddling is when two people snuggle up together and it shows their feelings for each other, makes you feel good and safe when you sleep!"

"Oh, I see. So you meant you wouldn’t reproduce with me?"

She blushed and facepalmed. "Similiar, but not entirely. We don’t have to worry about any of that yet ok? We’re dating, we kiss and make out, but that’s all. Here, can we please go to your bedroom?"

"Sure," Zander smiled and followed her lead, pointing where to go.

She opened the door and saw his perfectly organized room. He had a king size mattress with a white comforter, which looked brand new despite him being here for over a week now. His dresser sat neatly across from the bed, where a television was mounted but not even plugged in. Nyx noticed a walk-in closet, where all types of clothes were organized and hung up neatly.

"Are all gods this organized or is this a you thing?"

"I think it’s a me and my mom thing," Zander laughed. "She’s the one that set this place up. She left me a note with instructions and stuff. I just realized I don’t even have your phone number."

"Let me see your phone goof," She laughed.

Zander handed her the phone and she saw that Fleur had texted him his first night with a heart.

’She felt nervous then felt guilty. Why?’

"Hey Nyx, I’m sorry but why do you feel guilty? I know I promised I would try to not always look at your emotions but you have nothing to feel guilty about."

"I saw your text from Fleur your first night with the heart and realized I shouldn’t be nervous and I felt guilty because I didn’t really mean to check your phone or anything. It’s the only person you text so it was hard not to see."

"Oh, I don’t mind. I was wondering what she meant, I was wondering why she said her name with less than three. Of course she is less than three, she is one person," Zander laughed.

"Zander, I’m so proud of you. You sound more and more like a person and not a god. I will wear this bracelet every day and I put my number in your phone and texted myself so I have yours."

"Let me see," Zander said, grabbing the phone from Nyxara.

’Just seeing Nyxara Nightwing looks boring. I think I will change it.’

Zander changed the contact info to Nyx<3 and showed her.

"Aw, thank you. That’s funny," she said showing him that his contact was Zandy<3"

"Zandy I like it." He said with a smile.

"Ok now come here," she said while opening the comforter and sheets. She guided him into bed and became the small spoon and he allowed her to wrap his arm around her while figuring out how to position himself properly."

"This is called cuddling. Doesn’t it feel nice?"

"Yes, I can feel your heartbeat. It’s so calm and peaceful. I’m really lucky to have you Nyx." Zander said quietly.

"And I’m really lucky you fell into my life. Sleep good babe!" She said while kissing his hand and pulling his arm tightly across her chest.

"You too gorgeous," He whispered, kissing the top of her head.

They slept in late, and Zander had a strange dream. He and Nyxara were married and just had a baby girl, who had golden eyes like a god but was filled in black like a demon. The little girl was born powerful and could use both angelic and demonic powers. He watched her grow up quickly and by the end of the dream, she was almost an adult and Nyxara only looked slightly older than she did now.

Nyxara gently stretched with Zander still wrapped firmly around her. She felt warm, comfortable and didn’t want to get out of bed. She closed her eyes again and fell back asleep.

Eventually, Zander woke up and quietly stretched his legs while not letting go of her. She woke up as well and turned around, looking him in the eyes.

"Good morning handsome," she smiled, her pink pupils locked with his golden eyes.

"Good morning gorgeous. I wish we could cuddle more often, but you have your duties as a Princess." He spoke softly.

Nyxara felt loved. Zander was finally speaking normally, and the way he spoke to her that morning felt special. She felt like she was the most important being in the universe to him and that made her very happy. She wished she didn’t have so many responsibilities, that the world was at peace so they could just date naturally and explore the world.

She wrapped her arms around his neck and they made out for a little bit before she slowly pulled away and stared him in the eyes again.

"What’s up babe?" Zander asked.

"You are being such a romantic this morning! I love it. I could get used to waking up like this, especially if you’re going to talk like this and not all formal and god-like," she smiled.

He gently kissed her forehead and smiled. "I’m trying my best and I will continue to do so. Anyway, if you want to shower or anything, please feel free. Also, there is fresh flesh and blood in my refrigerator for you!"

’He is making such a damn good effort to treat me so well. A gift, proper food and nutrition for me and he was going to sleep on the couch! UGH, why can’t this stupid world just figure it out already.’

’Well, she is certainly happy and feeling loved but I wonder what is frustrating to her. I’m not going to ask this time, I think I will just let her tell me if she wants to.’

"Yes Zander! You’re finally getting it. If you’re able to start to talk to her like this, maybe you can start talking to other people in a less formal way so that you can actually unite this damn world. I suggest taking her somewhere nice before heading to see Fleur, then after, do something she really wants to do. I say surprise her with a romantic picnic somewhere where she can overlook Earth and not be cold or in danger."

"I know the perfect place!"

"Good, now make sure you two have a good morning."

"How about you shower while I eat?" Nyx asked.

"Are you worried I won’t like that you eat flesh and blood," Zander frowned.

’Woah, didn’t expect him to actually pick that up. I’m glad he’s growing.’

"Yes actually–"

"Don’t be! I’ll just make myself breakfast and we can have a nice meal together, how about that?"

"That would be absolutely perfect." She smiled, getting up and taking off her hooded sweatshirt.

’Woah, why is my body reacting so strangely?’ Zander thought, as things were happening he had never had happen before.

Nyx laughed. "Well, at least I know you’re attracted to me and blessed in every aspect of your god bod."

"I’m sorry, I don’t even know what’s happening. This has never happened to me before, it’s kind of embarrassing."

"Don’t be embarrassed, it happens to men all the time, especially in the morning. I’ll go get food ready, I can cook! What do you like?"

"Whatever you decide to make, I will enjoy, I promise." He said with a large smile.

She set off to the kitchen and decided to make a breakfast with eggs, bacon, toast and sausage while snacking on some flesh and drinking a glass of blood. Once Zander finally relaxed, he couldn’t resist the smell of the food anymore so he took a quick shower, changed into comfortable clothes and walked into the kitchen, hugging Nyxara from behind.

"This looks and smells amazing. When did you learn to cook?"

"Just something I used to do when I was growing up when I was bored and sick of doing demon princess things. I never wanted to marry a demon if I’m being honest. I love my people, but they’re so clingy and always idolize me as a princess. I wanted a nice guy who didn’t see me as a princess, and I’m glad I finally found one even if he’s a god." She laughed.

"Well, I’m just glad you’re patient with me and treat me like a person and not a god. I was thinking, after breakfast, you should shower and get ready and pick where we go first. Then we can visit Fleur, then I have a surprise place I want to take you too."

She turned and gave him a kiss. "Perfect! Ok, breakfast is ready."