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  “What are you typing? Why use only the numbers?” He was fascinated at what she was doing.

  “I don’t know your writing. Numbers are easy. They appear to be the same even in my language. The right combination of numbers, and I can spell a word. It takes time, but I’ve done it before. I’m sending a message of where we are. I got the coordinates from the laptop. That was a big help. I’m typing to let them know I’m alive and that someone is with me.” She stopped typing and stared at him. He saw the hope in her eyes and knew what she was going to be asking him.

  Phillip sighed and stared out of the hole in the cave ceiling. The sun was looming overhead, and he had been thinking over the same thing he knew that she was going to ask. “You want me to come with you?”

  She glanced at the floor and then back at him. “I was hoping you would. On my planet you’d be treated like royalty. There would be many women who you could have in either form. They would pay you whatever you want. You…”

  He placed a finger on her lips. “I don’t want any other women. The only one I want is you.”

  “But you might have to help populate our planet and…”

  “Alika, if that’s something that comes up, then we shall deal with it.”

  “So you’ll come with me?”

  He nodded. “There’s nothing for me here. And I don’t want to leave you behind.” He pushed the hair from her face and kissed her lightly.

  “You know, I can help you with your bestial form. I can help you tame it, so you can call upon it anytime you wish.”

  “My transformation is a curse. I can’t turn it off and on at will, not unless the sun sets or rises. I’ve tried. Because of it, my senses are enhanced, and I can pull on the powers of the elements when I’m human. Does it matter to you if I’m one or the other?”

  “Of course not. I enjoy both of your forms.” Her hand traveled down his chest and ran along the waistband of his jeans. “Do you want me to show you how much I enjoy them?” She slipped her hand below the fabric and touched his cock. At the first caress, he was already firm.

  He smiled. “I’d love for you to show me.”

  Alika flashed him a wicked grin and unzipped his jeans. Phillip did not try to stop her, but was more intrigued at what she was going to do. She tugged his pants down around his hips, then pushed them lower until his dick sprang out. Then she slipped to her knees. Alika ran her tongue over the engorged shaft until Phillip groaned. She bit down gently before sucking his sensitive head into her mouth. She flicked her tongue along the length of the cock until she pulled the whole shaft into her mouth. Phillip moaned.

  “Where did you learn to do that?”

  She giggled and then sucked him slowly, twisting her tongue around his length until he could not hold back any longer. Phillip gripped the sides of her head, twining his fingers through her violet hair, and held Alika to him. He felt the beast inside of him rising. It was the first time he had felt the beast stir during the day, and he was not sure what to make of it. Before he could linger, Alika drew him all the way into her mouth. She raked her finger along his thighs, and with one hand squeezed his balls to keep him steady.

  Phillip drew in a haggard breath. He was close to coming and felt that the beast was taking more control. He wanted to prolong the moment. The pleasure tightened his balls, and the animal inside of him growled with anticipation.

  “That’s it. Alika, oh God!”

  Alika didn’t stop, but kept sucking on his cock. Phillip thrust his hips into her face. His lover took his shaft between her lips one last time. The muscles contracted in his stomach. The animal inside of him roared. At that moment, he cried out and spilled his seed down Alika’s throat. She grasped his balls one last time, rolling them in her hand before she released him and licked the remnants of his seed from his length. His breaths came in short pants as he tried to come back to himself, but the animal in him had not retreated. It had only come closer to him, sharing his body. He ran his tongue over his teeth, feeling their sharpness.

  “Was that pleasing to you?”

  Staring into her orange eyes, all he could do was nod. She trailed her fingers down his chest and pinched his nipple. He jumped, and a hiss fell from his lips. “I don’t know what is happening to me.”

  She laid a hand over his heart and closed her eyes. A couple of seconds passed by; with each one he sensed his body taking on more mass. She opened her eyes. “You have connected with your inner Bigfoot. He wants to come out and play too.”

  “But I’ve never changed in the daylight.”

  “Have you ever tried?”

  He shook his head. “No.”

  Alika stood on tiptoe and flicked her tongue over his lips. “Well, how about if we give it a try?”

  Phillip thought about it. What if I can access it? What would it be like? Why not? He swept her up in his arms, which got her to squeal. The sound of her voice made him happy and hard once more. He deposited her on his sleeping bag. From there he planted kisses up her calf, moving along her soft skin to the bend of her knee, where Phillip bit lightly. Alika jerked her leg away. He gazed up at her.

  “Sorry. Ticklish.”

  “It’s okay. So how do we go about me controlling my inner Bigfoot?”

  “Do you trust me?” Alika asked.

  “Of course.”

  She arched up and kissed his lips. “Then lie back.”

  Phillip did as he was asked. They switched positions, and she straddled him. The beast stirred under his skin. It was also interested in this woman. Her gaze never left his as she slipped her hand behind her and gripped his shaft. A low growl rolled from his throat. It nearly caught him off-guard, and he was surprised at the gentle caress. Alika squeezed his balls until he squirmed. The pain that came from the gesture made him want her more. His muscles were taking on bulk. She placed her hand over his heart. It was beating faster.

  “What now?”

  She took one of his free hands and placed it on her chest. “Feel the beats of my hearts. You want to focus on breathing and matching your heartbeat to it. Once you do, then you can be in sync with your second form.”

  Phillip tried to do as his lover said. He tried to focus on feeling her heartbeats and his. But it was distracting because her flesh was so firm and her nipples so pert. He yearned to take one into his mouth and taste her flesh. His cock throbbed with the need of her. Although she was perched on top of him, his dick was so close to her wet slit that he could easily maneuver and be inside of her. He moved his hand and traced the curve of her right breast.

  “No fair. That is not what I asked you to do.”

  “I can’t help it. You feel so good.” He lifted his hips and slid closer to her pussy.

  Alika stretched over him until they were pressed together. “You make it hard for me to concentrate too, but try to breathe. Once you do that, then we can do so much more.” She nibbled his bottom lip.

  Phillip groaned. “Tease.”

  Alika nipped at his throat. Her teeth felt sharper. When she glanced up at him, her pupils were slits. It seemed that her face had taken on a different shape. It was leaner, and her face and nose protruded some. He reached up and trailed his finger over her cheek, feeling the different structure of her cheekbones. She snapped at his finger before flicking her tongue over the tip of it. Now her body seemed longer, but bulkier on top of him. He tried to focus on his breathing and not on the heat of her body. He closed his eyes while her tongue laved the side of his throat. The animal inside him howled to be let out. Her scent took on a musky undertone.

  The change began to take him over, but it was coming too fast. His eyes snapped open, and he howled in pain. Alika kissed his throat, nipping and sucking at it.

  “Calm yourself. Focus on my heart. Let it out slowly. That is how you take control,” she said. Her words came out with a growl as though she was having trouble forming the words. He nodded and bit back another howl, trying to maintain control of his body.

  Alika moved down hi
s body only a little. He noticed that she was taller, and her body was now covered in a thin layer of brown fur. Even her purple locks had changed color. He laid his hand on her chest and felt her hearts. She slid down, took Phillip’s prick, and slid it inside of her. He groaned at the tight fit. His lover moaned as he thrust inside of her. Phillip tried to ignore her and focus on the beats. As he did, he found the pain of his shifting body diminishing. If he concentrated on something else, it seemed that the Bigfoot in him came into his body more slowly.

  “Yes,” Alika gasped.

  Phillip stared at the woman riding him. Her head was thrown back, and her eyes were shut. Her face was more animal with only a few human features. Her ears were pointed, and her nose and mouth had formed into a half-muzzle with canines curled over her lips. Her hands were sharp claws that pressed into his chest. It was an odd combination, but he found it all the more alluring. She opened her eyes, and her lips pulled back into a smile. At that moment, his beast took over and he lost control. The pain tore through him, but Alika began to ride him. The agony of the transformation blended with the pleasure of their coupling.

  Alika rode him hard. As she did, he felt her tails brushing his legs. She did not balk at his length; instead, she seemed to enjoy his Bigfoot girth and he pounded into her as they built together for a climax. He tried to hold back, but the human in him was not around to take control. He grabbed a hold of his lover’s hips and thrust into her, knowing that they were the perfect fit together. And even the beast did not want to let her go. He could feel that and knowing that both of his personalities yearned to be with Alika for all time, he thrust into her one last time and came with a loud roar while she howled.

  She collapsed on top of him and then rolled to the side to nestle up to his side. She buried her head against his shoulder. Phillip was able to feel his humanity take over and let his shape switch back to human. And for the first time, it was not painful. The sluggishness of sleep wove through his muscles. He snuggled against Alika’s chest, loving how her breasts cradled his head. “That was different.”

  “I told you it wouldn’t be so bad if you just embraced it. You almost had it there for a few minutes. Next time it’ll be different.”

  Phillip nodded and wondered whether he would ever be able to master the curse that gripped him.

  * * * *

  Phillip stared at the setting sun, and the change was weighing down his bones. He had wondered if he would be able to control it this time. Alika said it would not happen right away. He would have to get comfortable with this other side and stop thinking of it as a curse. But how could he do that when it had been that way for centuries? Maybe she was right, and he could overcome it and be one with it the same way she was with her wolf side. Alika still lay curled in the sleeping bag after their lovemaking. He was completely satisfied and knew that no matter what happened, he was going with her. She had talked about other women on her planet offering themselves to him, but he was not so sure about that. It was difficult to fathom that he was even going to leave the planet. If he did, would the curse leave him? He was not sure. Keeping a careful eye on the horizon, he saw something shoot across the sky. Her device began to beep.

  Alika woke up and then grabbed her communicator. She pressed a few buttons and looked at him. “They’re here! They made it.”

  “That’s wonderful. When are they going to pick you up?”

  She pressed her fingers to the side of her cheek. He heard a voice that sounded high-pitched and melodic, the same way Alika’s did. She responded in her language, and he was not able to understand. It appeared that she was happy because she got up and bounced around the cave. He watched her for as long as he could and began stripping. It was time for Bigfoot to take over. The twists of agony always started in the pit of his stomach and spread like fire through his body. On instinct he tried to fight it. All his muscles tightened. Phillip fell to the floor, gripping his head. A scream came from his mouth, and he felt her hands on him.

  “Shh…relax. Remember before, when we were together. How it felt. I’m with you. Don’t let it plague you. Embrace the gift you were given.”

  He breathed, and some of the pain eased. The transformation seemed to lift off of him. Phillip closed his eyes and still felt the burden of it. He saw his beloved’s face in his mind. It was the first time he had seen it in so long. A wave of peace washed over him. His body relaxed. In Kaylana’s eyes he saw love and peace. When that happened, he felt his body change. When he opened his eyes, he had completed the change and was still in Alika’s arms. She hugged him strongly and then kissed him.

  “See. Much easier.”

  He nodded.

  She returned to the device and tapped in a few more numbers. “We need a place where the ship can land. Can you suggest something?”

  Phillip saw the overhead images that flashed across the laptop screen. He pointed at one a couple of miles away with a flat space where they could land the ship. “There’s the best place, and we can get there quickly. When is it coming?”

  Alika asked this question, and her brow furrowed. “She said in a couple of hours. She has to circle around the moon first. She’s been trying to avoid detection from any of the countries here. Do you think we should leave now?”

  Phillip glanced at the sky, searching for some sign of the craft. “We can. We just have to be careful and take everything that you need.”

  Alika nodded and proceeded to take one of the backpacks, filling it with the things she needed, including the device she had rigged up and a couple of the loose crystals. She folded the clothes that Phillip had and added a few bottles of water. He had nothing else to take with him. All of his books were back at the other cave, and that had been ransacked.

  “I think I have everything.”

  He nodded. Phillip felt a sense of remorse settle over him as he would never see the cave again, but he knew that was okay. It was time to make another life for himself. He took a light and led Alika through the cave system. They emerged into the night. Phillip sniffed the air, trying to smell any humans around, and he did not. He led Alika through the woods toward the landing site. Halfway there, he heard knocking, echoing in the distance, and some shrill whistles. He motioned for Alika to stop.

  “What is it?”

  “Bigfoot hunters.”

  “Hunters? Are they going to find you?”

  Phillip heard the fear in her face. He chuckled. “It’s nothing you need to worry about. They are searching for evidence that I exist.” Plucking a few hairs from his pelt, he left them on a tree trunk. “They are scientists and not harmful. Come on.” He slipped his fingers through hers and led her to the landing site.

  The clacks and the howls continued, getting a little closer. He pressed his foot down into the soft earth so they could find a footprint. A flash of light appeared in the sky. Alika squeezed his hand. Her smile spread from ear to ear. Seeing the elation, he knew that this was what she had wanted all along. Phillip hugged her close. It was just a matter of time. A loud rumble started above them that shook the air and his bones. However, no wind stirred the trees or the air around him. He glanced up and saw no ship; all he saw was the reflection of the stars and the land. The craft had to be cloaked in some way.

  “Hold it right there!”

  They were surrounded by men dressed in black, pointing guns at him and Alika. Phillip snarled and shoved her behind him. Nothing was going to happen to her. The rumble of the craft above him did not faze the army as they advanced slowly. He growled and held her closer. There was nowhere for them to escape. The men with guns were on three sides, and the ship was at their back. All he needed was for it to open, and they would make a run for it. Hopefully, Alika’s comrade would have some defense system or weapon to protect them.

  “I won’t let them hurt you. No one is ever going to hurt you.”

  “They won’t. We just have to keep them busy for a couple of minutes.” Alika gripped his arm.

  The men were closing in ar
ound them. As they did, the line before them parted and two men wearing lab coats stood before them. One had a clipboard. They were talking among themselves, and he did not like the subject of their conversation.

  “You were right! She’s green. I can’t believe it! You won the bet. I wonder if she’s from Orion.” This was the younger of the scientists with blond hair and thick, black, rimmed glasses. He was shorter than the others by a good foot and somewhat round.

  “Jeez, Cleveland. She’s not an Orion slave girl from Star Trek.” The other man shook his head and then flashed a smile at them. Phillip could smell their fear. It was a pungent odor that hung about them. He figured that they were trying to mask it with the small talk.

  “Sorry, Mike, but damn. She’s hot for an alien chick,” Cleveland commented.

  “Get over it. See what’s standing next to her. I’ve always dreamed it was true. Bigfoot is real!” the other scientist said.

  Of course I’m real, you idiots. Now stop being fucking nerds and let us get out of here. Phillip smiled at them. He raised his arms and stepped forward. The scientist shied away. He made a low grunt of frustration and the other men screamed like women. It was apparent that they assumed he was going to attack them. Phillip could not help but laugh. After a moment, Mike appeared to get up the courage to approach them. He held out a hand and slowly stepped toward Phillip.

  “Nice, Bigfoot! We don’t want to hurt you or your…er…friend.”

  Alika stepped out from behind Phillip. “If you didn’t want to hurt us, then what is with the guns?”

  “You can understand me?” the scientist asked. The guards raised their guns, but the scientist gestured for them to lower them. “Wait. Just wait.”

  “Of course I can understand you. I do have a translator that allows me to understand your base language. Don’t you realize that we just want to leave this place?”

  “But there is so much that we can learn from the both of you,” Cleveland said.

  Phillip stepped closer to Alika to protect her. “Are you sure you want to talk to them?”