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ship being blown up. Clark promised to play the footage inside the training room on a huge screen and feed us a special meal.”
“Can I go with you? I’d like to see that, too. Also, I like going on dates with you.”
He chuckled. “I will give you anything you want, mate.”
She smiled at him. “I want you.” Then she went for his mouth, kissing him.
Chapter Seventeen
Darla paced in the living room. She was worried about Gnaw. He and his grouping had been sent to a planet to guard a downed civilian spaceship while repairs were made. That had been eighteen hours of waiting and praying he came back to her in one piece.
He had. Now he was gone again.
Abby sat on the couch watching her. “I know it’s difficult when our guys are on a mission. You’ll get used to it, though.”
Darla paused, shaking her head. “I don’t think I’m ever going to stop worrying. It was one thing knowing Gnaw was just guarding a ship from aliens that didn’t have deadly weapons. The only thing dangerous might have been the animals. This is the Elth they’re dealing with this time. They are nasty.”
“You mated to a fighter. It’s what they do. You’re pregnant and this stress isn’t good for you. You need to sit and relax. Do it for your babies.”
Darla gave a nod, admitting Abby was right. She took a seat next to the other woman. “Aren’t you worried?”
“To a certain degree, but let me tell you a few things. Our guys are super badass. They are way tougher than humans. Veslors heal faster than we do, too, if they happen to get hurt. I have faith that our guys are going to kick serious ass. Did you notice how they were all a bit bummed when they returned from the planet surface?”
“They were just tired after being on duty for so long.”
Abby chuckled. “No, Darla. They were bummed that it was a boring job. Not a single alien came to investigate that valley while repairs were being made to the Blaze. They got that ship back into space way faster than initially estimated. The wildlife they encountered just ran away when they snarled at them. Drak said he was really looking forward to a good fight. Which they didn’t get. Clark had given them permission to shift into battle form and fight any creatures that put the teams at risk, since they weren’t allowed to use blasters. Nothing would take them on.”
“That’s a good thing.”
“Not if you’re a Veslor fighter.” Abby reached out and took her hand, gently squeezing it. “You and I would be terrified taking on the Elth. Our grouping is looking forward to it. Stop worrying so much. They’re going to come home safe and sound to us. Have some faith.”
“I can’t lose Gnaw.” Darla placed a hand on her stomach.
“He will always come home to you. You’ve seen Gnaw shifted, right?”
Darla nodded.
“Exactly. You saw him tear apart some Elth when you were still on their ship. He kicked ass, didn’t he?”
She nodded again.
“An infuriated Veslor isn’t something to mess with. That’s my point. Our guys hate the Elth. I almost feel sorry for those bastards.” Abby snorted. “Almost, but not quite. Whatever they get when the tactical teams and our Veslors board their ship is exactly what they deserve.”
“Can you get an update? I wish we could see what’s going on.”
Abby got to her feet. “I can get us into the tactical team headquarters, where they’re monitoring everything—but you have to make me some promises first.”
“Anything.”
“You have to take a seat, remain calm, and not interfere. The crew manning HQ when a team or teams are on missions don’t mind me slipping in because Howard gave me access, since he knows I’m always looking out for our guys. I never give them a reason to write an official report to Commander Bills about me freaking out if things turn scary. I always hide my reactions. Can you do that?”
Darla nodded. “I just want to know what’s happening.”
“Okay. Let’s go. Just remember our Veslors kick ass, and if one of them gets hurt, keep calm. They heal fast, as I said. Veslors are super hard to kill.”
“Thank you.”
“I just hope your mate isn’t pissed at me when he finds out. I’m supposed to keep you in our cabin so you don’t hear any details coming in as we take the Elth ship.”
Darla was grateful that she hadn’t changed into lounging clothing or taken off