The Z-1 Ranch P-125 CGW©
Aransas understood Mr. Zach Perfectly, he just hoped that everyone in the house understood and would meet up at Donnie's place for dinner. The tour for Prof. Harris was to be a private tour just the two of them. He pulled Prof. Burke to the side and they spoke briefly and Joe understood exactly what was going on.
Artemis, I know that you and the college are not seeing eye to eye because you didn't get tenure once again, three strikes and they count you out. Don't waste your time at a place that does not appreciate you, go on this little tour of the museum and interactive displays with Aransas. I'm sure that the two of you would have a better time without everyone else crowding. He might even be able to walk you through the Z University, since he is on the security force, he has access.
Are you sure, you know we can make it one big event Joe.
I'm sure besides I'm still spoiling my grandson, Joe turned around and gave everyone a certain look that was translated to don't even open your mouth.
Suddenly everybody started to give reasons why they could make it right then but told Artemis to enjoy himself and let Aransas show him the courtesies of the Z1.
Artemis shrugged his shoulders and looked at Aransas, we might as well get this show on the road. Because I do wish to see a lot of the place while I'm here.
Yes sir Prof. Harris, I intend to give you the grand tour over the next few days. When we get back in the evenings, you'll to be too tired to move so that will keep you out of trouble.
Call me Art or Artemis drop the Professor Harris bit.
Very well, Art I will refrain from using your professional title. The two walked out of the door and went down the sidewalk.
Art was very inquisitive and asked Aransas questions about everything.
Aransas noticed that there was several Genmen that just stared at the two of them as they walked together.
Don't pay them any mind Aransas they're just jealous because I'm walking with the cutest Genmen on the ranch.
I'm sure that's not what they're staring at, you only other hand are new and the way you carry yourself shows pure confidence. That's what they're jealous of.
Can we go to the museum to see the recreation of the flight deck of the ship?
I'll lead the way, if you have any questions about a particular section of the ship there is an information button in each display some displays have several information buttons. When we are finished with that, we can take in the interactive presentation Tim the incredible Genmen. It is very educational especially the unfiltered version.
This sounds interesting please lead the way my young guide.
When they arrived at the museum Artemis could not help but be awe struck at the amount of detail that was paid to the displays, the original sections of the ship helped re-create everything for him.
Aransas could not believe what he was witnessing, Art was like a sponge taking in all of the information. He left no information button un-pushed.
Art had questions galore and Aransas did his best to explain everything to the best of his knowledge. They were rounding the corner when they ran into Mr. Zach and Mr. Ben.
Good day Prof. Harris I am pleased that you have taken the chance to learn about the real histories of the Genman population and what it was like before they arrived. I would like to introduce myself and my mate to you. I'm Zachariah Spinelli and this is my better half Ben, without him I would be lost and late for every appointment that I have.
Mr. Spinelli I never knew that all of this existed, I've seen a few edited reports on the viewing channels but nothing compares to this which I am seeing firsthand. Is there a chance that some of the teaching staff and our assistants would be allowed to tour the place. I have grad students that would learn so much here, just a simple visit with all of the information that you have is amazing.
We do all that we can to notify other educational members on the planet, every semester we send out invites to all of the local lower education facilities as well as the city University but is rarely taken advantage of Unless they primarily teach Genmen or hybrid genman.
You mean you make the effort to invite educators here but yet no one ever shows up from the higher education sectors?
You have concluded correctly sir; you can refer back to me as Zach and my partner here as Ben. I fear that you have not received any of your invites before, I know my son Tim fills out all of the forms personally and makes sure that they are delivered to the University.
I fear that the Board of Regents have a big input on what we are allowed to do, and what we are allowed to see and teach. I've gotten disciplined several times for mentioning things I know to be true but it's not part of the curriculum.
If you are not free to teach the truth then what proper education can a student hold to gather at the city University remarked Ben.
That's a good question sir, one that I plan on discussing with my upper echelon at the University.
I know that you and young Aransas are busy with your tour, but if you would care to set in a were the lectures at Z University, you're more than welcome to attend.
That would be a dream come true sir.
Then feel free replied Zach. We have a few things that we need to attend to here on the ranch maybe will run into each other later on today or tonight.
Maybe we will, I understand we have a dinner reservation at a restaurant here on the ranch.
You must mean Donnie's Place; it is one of the few five-star restaurants available on the planet. I assure you that you will enjoy the meal that will be served to you.
Who knows we might see you there.
Who knows you just might see us there dining tonight also. Now we will take our leave and allow young Aransas here to finish giving you the tour. I hope you're pleased with his services.
I can think of no one better.
The Spinelli's walk away, been smiling at his partner knowing exactly he has planned.
Before we continue the rest of the tour would you like to go to the Promenade and in a malted. They are second to none.
Aransas that sounds wonderful, it's been a while since I had a good ice-cold Malt.
You will enjoy this one Sir.
The two of them made their way to the malt shop on the Promenade, where they ordered two large double chocolate malted's.
Aransas was a little on guard when he noticed his dad/father approaching them. He hoped that this would not be a disaster.
Good day sir, my name is Johan I hope that my son is showing you a very good time sir.
Artemis stood up and extended his hand, which was cautiously taken and shaken by Johan.
Your son is exceptional, you have raised a very smart and courteous young man and that does not happen by chance. I am a professor of linguistics and ancient languages at the city University and I wish that even 10% of my human students had just a smidgen of his professionalism and communication skills.
Johan was very proud of his son, and smiled towards Artemis and Aransas then bid the two of them goodbye.
Aransas let out a deep breath, he was very happy and proud with the courtesy he was shown by his parent.
I don't mean any disrespect but which one of your parents was that?
That is my birthing parent, and I say I was very surprised to see him after everything this afternoon. My other parent that raised me was not happy that I would be your guide and staying with you in the guest quarters for your duration. He doesn't approve of cohabitation of quarters by Genmen and humans nor even hybrids. He is a staunch pure blood only do not dilute the genetics.
Aransas there are plenty humans that feel the same way they do not count Genmen as equals and believe they should stay separate. If they had their way there would be no hybrids allowed in anyone found in a compromising position that results in a birth of a child between the two races should be imprisoned for life. Me I don't care whatever makes the person happy. My best friend is a first-generation hybrid my nephews or second-generation hybrids they have a human mother just like Joe Senior has a human father.
But Sir what do you really feel, could you ever find yourself with one?
I'm a free spirit, you fall for the person that you are intended to fall for. In this society doesn't like it they can go to hell and stay there.
Thank you for your honesty, sir when we finish these malteds we really need to think about our time. I'm afraid it's getting a little bit late and we need to head back towards the house. We can always finish the tour tomorrow and take in the interactive showcase.
That's fine with me, I'm sure we need to get ready for supper and join the others. Shall we go back to the guest quarters and freshen up?
Yes, sir that will be fine, I do need to tend to myself.
The malteds were finished and the two headed back to the guest quarters in section C.
Aransas was very proud of when they arrived to the Guest cottage, he showed Artemis exactly where his room was and that all of his clothing had been placed in appropriate drawers or in the cabinets. I leave you to your business sir, I will make myself ready in my room.
Thank you very much Aransas, you really do not realize how much of a great help you are to me. If they don't watch it, sticking my suitcase and take you home with me when I leave. Artemis chuckled.
Aransas was caught off guard, sir I do not plan on go to the city. Everything I need is in the Township are here at the ranch and is all that I know. Some Genman jump at the chance but I'm satisfied here.
It took Artemis only seconds to realize that Aransas was very much a Genman and had no sense that it was a joke that he had just been told. Young man please have a seat either on the chair or on the bed and we need to speak to each other. I'm afraid I have you at a disadvantage.
Aransas was already fretting; he just knew that he had messed up so bad with his statement. And he began to stutter and apologize.
Artemis sensed this and reached over and took the young man's hand within his, this was a massive mistake on his part unknowingly perpetrated.
Aransas could not stop himself and he literally blew past the shield that he was wearing and slick oozed out of the back of his pants that he was wearing and dripped on the floor. I'm so sorry Sir, I will clean my mess up I did not mean that, I cannot control myself at this time.
Artemis knew something was very wrong. Young man is it your time?
Through tears Aransas shook his head and choked back the words no sir.
I was only joking with you while ago you did nothing wrong, but the other incident why is it happening if it's not your time.
Aransas gathered his thoughts, sir I am a pureblood and when we meet a pheromonal match we will ooze slick out of our vent. Sometimes it's greater than a shield can hold back.
Does this happen to you often young man?
Sir this is only the second time that it has ever happened in the first was earlier today when you put your hand upon my shoulder. I promise I'll try to do better; I cannot embarrass you in public by putting on such a display.
Artemis looked at the young man that was terrified. I have Genmen that are my friends and my nephews or second-generation hybrid so I know a little bit about what happens but why did you react to my touch so violently.
Sir I am the equivalent of 24 human years, four years into my prime and I have never yielded to anyone and allowed to be bred. My body has repressed these actions because of my mental stamina.
So, you're saying that I am putting you on overload causing your body to do this to you.
Sir it's not like that you have done nothing wrong it's just my body is reacting to your pheromonal output.
So essentially Aransas your body is saying you need to get fucked.
The brashness of Artemis's statement called Aransas off guard. I guess if that's the way you look at it my body is saying that I need to yield and allow myself to be.
If all you need is to have sex, we can have sex it any time and it'll get your body all straightened back out. I mean I would like to get to know someone better because I'm not a casual sex type of person.
Sir that is not the simple portion, I'm still pure and the first person that I allow to open my body, I will carry for him because there will be no protection from the event that unfolds when two bodies come together and conceive.
Oh, hey now I understand your situation, you will not give up your innocence for a simple roll in the hay or in the bed. The first person whether he be human or Genmen will be the first father of the child that you carry. That does complicate the situation a little bit, you are totally within your right to reject someone until the special one comes along.
But Sir that is the problem, I went into eight regular cycles and my transition cycle and at no time was I attracted to any breeder but a light touch by you and my body readies itself. I hope that I can make it through this visit before anything happens. It's not that you wouldn't be a wonderful father for a child, I just wouldn't want to make you feel obligated at all for anything that is done.
Is that the reason your glands are so full earlier when you fed young Joseph? Your hormonal output is over the top in your body is in total flux.
I don't know what flux is but my body is very active.
Why didn't you tell the Spinelli's about your problem and they could've found someone else to stay here with me.
No Sir Absolutely not that would've meant that I failed at my job, I told them what happened and I also told them that I would not derelict my duties. I know if something happens that I will carry and birth the child in nine months. You are not expected to be responsible for any reason, the burden is mine just like any Genman that suffers this fate.
Artemis thought about the situation, go clean yourself and redress with a fresh shield and I will refrain from touching upon your body for the rest of the evening, now that I know what is happening to you. Nothing is your fault it is simple nature, and I can think of many fates that are worse.
I do not repulse you sir?
No Aransas you do not repulse me, if anything I respect you more now than ever knowing what you are willing to go through for your job and for your race. Years ago, I helped a friend out when he had a similar situation happened to him and he was not equipped to handle what happened. Luckily, he did not conceive because the old basterd that opened him had had himself fixed so he could have sex with a many young men as he wanted to without paying the price of responsibility. They paid the price when they almost went out of their minds because nothing was developing in their bodies after they had been seeded and their brains were turned on by hormones thinking it was a child that should've been there.
Now go clean up, I'll clean up in this shower area and we can meet in the common room of the cottage.
Aransas went and began his shower; he used special soap and dissenters to help this situation. Nothing calmed his vent down; it had a mind of its own desiring what Aransas denied it.
It took Aransas less time to dress because he knew exactly what to wear but Artemis was not sure and called the young man to his room.
Artemis was standing there in nothing but a towel around his waist when Aransas walked into the room causing him to gasp. He covered his eyes and looked down. Sir I did not mean to see you with nothing on Sir, I beg for your forgiveness because we are not to look upon others nudity.
Where have you been raised at young man? Genmen don't have a problem with their bodies in fact they will have sex in front of everyone if they agree on each other.
Sir in the house that I was raised in, we were not allowed to display our bodies, we never left our sleeping quarters unless we were fully clothed. Sleeping meant full outfits of sleepwear. The doors were always closed to the sleeping quarters so that no one was looked upon.
I don't mean the same thing but your household sounds like it was very anal and uptight.
It's just the way father dad demanded his household. My dad father was more relaxed but he only followed father dad's rules.
So, you were born the only child of one but raised by the one that birthed all of the rest of the children let me get this right, and he ran the household very strictly. Is that about, right?
Yes, sir we are not allowed to speak unless we are recognized by the one, we called dad.
And you still lived with him at this time?
Yes, sir I don't have permission to move out until I am bonded with someone.
I would have run from the home by now. But I know that's not the way Genmen do, they have respect for their parents here regardless it's just the way the ball bounces.
Yes, sir some households are very progressive but mine is kept in the olden ways.
Let me ask you a question Aransas, what kind of clothing attire is desired for this evening?
Since it's Donnie's place and it is very exclusive Sir, you would be expected to wear a suit with a neck girder. It is what most humans would wear, Genmen according to their station in life will either wear a relaxed pleasant outfit for carriers and a more formal one for Breeders. That's why I am dressed in this lite linen suit with the neck binder.
I don't like it; it makes you look submissive. I like my dates to wear something that complements their intelligence along with their station in life. We're about the same size and I have plenty of very nice suits here in my cupboard. Let me pick out one for you, but the tie must be something special, I have a medium blue very shiny tie that will shimmer in the lights. It will be just fine.
May I ask you something sir, the abundance of hair that you have on your body does it ever become uncomfortable and hot. Genman only have body hair under our arms and around our privates, where humans sometimes have hair on their chests covering their glands on their legs and arms?
A lot of it has to do with genetics and ethnic groups that were once on the olden Earth, my family was Greek, Italian, Mediterranean and English. So, I received a triple dose of it. But it doesn't itch and it does not make things hot, growing up I tried to shave and remove all of it, that was the worst six months growing back in I've ever experienced as it grew back. And I believe the damn stuff grew back in even thicker.
It doesn't hurt to have all of that growth on your body?
No, it doesn't, I would invite for you to run your hands through my body hair but I understand the problem that you have at this time.
Tell me if I get too personal sir. Have any of your partners ever complained?
A few found it too much to deal with, the rest of just used it to hang onto when we had sex.
You mean young ladies would grab your hair and pull it with their hands as you were up on them?
That happened more than once, now let's get dressed and get to the restaurant a bit early.
I've never seen someone with so much hair. Aransas went to his room thinking about what it would feel like to have Artemis's body next to his. He needed to clear his mind and get dressed in the suit that he was loaned.
Aransas walked out of his room dressed in a suit that he had been loaned. It was different than anything that he had worn before and he didn't know what to think about it.
Artemis was beside himself when he saw the young man dressed in his suit. Dark wavy hair ice blue eyes wearing a blade silver shiny suit topped off with the blue sparkly tie. He didn't know if he was going to be able to get through this evening after seeing this one all dressed up.
Do I please you sir, I thank you for the loan of the suit but is it okay?
Young man you are very okay, I suspect all eyes will be upon you when you walk into Don's placed tonight. I just have to remember to keep my hands off of you or we might not get there at all.
So it is, okay?
Very okay, let's drive over if you don't mind.
That's why I'm here Art, to please you.
The two got into the vehicle and drove to the restaurant.
As they arrived Aransas began to panic. I can wait here in the buggy while your family dines Art.
Like hell young man, you will be sitting at the table beside me in case I need an expert on the ranch.
But what if I have a problem should you come in contact with me?
You have your extra shields in case you need to change, besides it's only natural for a genman to get moist near a good-looking stud such as me.
You are so full of yourself Art Harris. He then laughed at the situation.
Well, you are so full of promise Aransas. I might make a sophisticated young man out of you before the night is over. Now shall we go inside now.
Every head in the restaurant turned when they made their entrance, Artemis and Aransas dressed to the nine were a sight to behold. The maître d' showed the couple to their table as they waited on the rest of the party to show up.
It was at that moment that Artemis realized he might want to keep a tight rein on his date for the evening.
Everything was going well when Aransas looked at the table then deflected his gaze to the side. I can't believe he showed up here, we don't need scene.
Who showed up here?
My father, he might have played the role as my dad growing up but I know the truth and he's actually my biological father. He hates humans and everything about the human world. Oh no he's coming over to the table.
Let him come, and I really don't care but I will introduce myself to him.
Earlynn approached his son, young man you need to get up and leave this restaurant now. I don't care what kind of job you claim to have I will put up with this.
Artemis was not about to give in or give up his date and he stood up and faced Aransas's father. Good day kind sir, my name is Prof. Artemis Jacob Harris from the city University. I will be here for the next couple of days visiting family members and touring the Z1 especially Z University. Your son Aransas is my personal guide and information confidant during my stay. I would like to mention on raising such a well-rounded and informed young man, I just wish that even 2% of the younger generation attending city University had as much mannerism as Aransas has.
Earlynn was at a loss for words. He had planned on huffing and puffing and creating such a stir that his son would leave. But the gracious complement that the human just paid him as a parent was unnerving.
I can assure you that your son has nothing to worry about. I enjoy his conversation and his intelligence when it comes to everything related to Genmen. I am a professor of linguistics communications and ancient languages. He has taught me a lot of customs that are honored by pureblood Genmen. I have only interacted with very few purebloods that were not raised in the city around humans and a lot of hybrids first and second-generation. I should only be here about 3 to 4 days so your son will return to your home when he has finished his assignment.
Earlynn looked at the way his son was dressed, exactly where did you get your clothing?
That would be me sir, this is one of my extra suits that I do not wear very often and since the young man felt out of place in the restaurant in his customary uniform, I gifted the outfit to him. I do hope that I did not overstep my bounds by expressing gratitude for a job well done with such a lavish outfit.
That was very courteous of you sir, but he will not be allowed to keep it because he has no use for something of such expense.
A gift returned and not appreciated is an insult might I remind you my dear Sir. Your son is worth everything that he earns, and he has earned this gift. Now if you have nothing else to say we are expecting the Spinelli's to attend this meal and my family members my nephew and his new mate have a new infant and I do not want to upset them at all.
Earlynn looked at Artemis and frowned, then turned around and walked away leaving the restaurant.
Artemis took his seat at the table and picked up his water glass and took a sip.
I cannot believe you did that sir, you bested him and he had no response.
Nothing against your father but sometimes a bully needs to be put in their place with respectful tact. Now all we have to do is wait on our parties to show up.
Mr. Zach and Mr. Ben were the first two to show up. Ben was the first one to speak, I see that you handle that very well Prof. Harris. I was hoping that there was not a big scene as I know Earlynn can make one, that one is quite dramatic. Not meaning to speak ill will about your parent my dear Aransas but Charron needs to put a leash on that one.
Aransas without missing a beat replied; Mr. Ben you would have more luck putting a leash and a collar on a wild rackknar and walking it down the road. Dad has no luck with trying to get father to fit in. I love my parents without a doubt but most the time, but I can't stand father, we get along when we're only in the room together in very short and brief visits.
Zach smiled; that's the reason young man you need a place of your own and it's about time that you had one. We have a couple of houses that are in the block near the boys but they need a lot of work, we will have crews taking care of them soon but if you want to get up head start on it, we can always talk about one of them.
Aransas face lit up, that would be very agreeable sir. I really wouldn't have too much other than a few changes of clothing because I own nothing.
That's where the warehouse comes in, you fill out your shopping list and give them two options for furnishings and we'll see what pops up. I'll have electricians and plumbers stop by to check out everything once you pick a house and then you will requisition your repair supplies and everything will be delivered to you so that you can get started.
Would I be allowed to live there in the house while I'm fixing it up Sir?
I don't see why not, most of the genman like to have the house completed before they move in but if that's something that you're wishing to do to get out of the situation that you're in we can work it out.
Very much Sir, maybe I can steal away a few minutes here and there when the Prof. and I are out on our tours so that I get a better sense of what the home would need. Plus having a human to fill me in on some of the structural and decorative features would not hurt. The professor has very good taste.
Artemis was very impressed in the way Aransas handled himself. I don't see a problem with it, I would be honored to go with you to look at the houses that are available and give you my opinion on whatever questions you have.
The maître d' walked toward their table followed by the rest of the party as they arrived.
Allison saw Artemis and the very good-looking Aransas sitting next to each other at the table. She was very impressed with what she saw, they looked very good together.
The two of you look fabulous this evening, Artemis you need to step up your game before someone steals this charming young man away.
Artemis nervously chuckled at Allison's statement. He slid his chair backwards and excused himself to the restroom.
Artemis had finished his business in the restroom and was washing his hands when a nice-looking young man walked to the sink beside him and politely smiled.
I know this may be forward sir but the young man with you is that any kinship to you sir?
No, he is my date for the evening.
Oh, is there something between the two of you or is he available?
Excuse you, you are a little bit forward young man.
I'm sorry, but when someone of that quality and that good-looking is walking around unattached he won't last long. I just wanted know if I had a chance, because he would birth some beautiful babies. Any Genman would be proud to have something like that on his arm as a mate.
He's off the market, we might only be on a date but I would not get my hopes up if you're waiting on him. Aransas is spoken for.
I kind of had that feeling, the way that you look at him it's without a doubt it will be the two of you soon.
The young man shook Artemis his hand and next to the restroom and went back into the main dining room.
Artemis returned to the table and took a seat, Allison leaned over took you little while.
I had to clear up a little misconception about Aransas to another young man.
See there I told you; if you don't claim him somebody else will. I have never seen to people so better matched than you two.
Artemis took out a pair of white gloves and place them on his hands. Do you dance Aransas?
Yes, I dance but you know the problem that I have Sir.
Yes, I do but that's why I am wearing these gloves so that touch without causing you any embarrassment. You see I do think of others not always about myself.
Artemis stood up and held out his hand for Aransas to take as he stood. If you do not mind, I'm gonna take my date to the dance floor and get to know him better.
The consensus around the table was total approval.
Mom, do you think uncle Art has taken a shine to a certain young Genman Inquired JJ?
He doesn't get his heart easily; it has been broken many times and he has put himself almost in a self-imposed cage blocking out others that tried to get close. If this is instigated by him then I would say he has at least cracked that door to his heart.
As they danced Aransas and Art spoke to each other, you don't have to do this sir. I'm nothing special but I do appreciate the attention.
Aransas; I wish to get to know you better over the next few days. I didn't come to the Z1 looking for anyone or anything. I came here to visit my nephews their new mates and my new great-nephew but who knew I would meet someone so lovely as yourself.
Art I'm plain, nothing special at all I'm doing my job.
You know why it took me so long in the bathroom?
No that's not really any of my business why it took you so long in the private room.
The reason I was in the room for such a long time was because I was question by another man who asked if we were an item or would I yield and let him have a chance at making you his mate to carry his children.
May I fearfully ask what was your response?
You may and I will tell you what I told him, this was only a date and we are hitting to know each other but you are off the market if I have anything to say.
Sir you don't know me, you don't know what it's like to live with a pureblood mate.
That's where you are wrong Joseph Burke my best friend's father is married to a pureblood and Poppy and I have spoken several times about the advantages and disadvantages of cohabitating with different races and reproducing.
I'm not saying anything will happen this weekend, but I do wish to know you better and let you learn about me. I do not believe in jumping into a relationship just to get someone in the bed. I know the differences between human and Genmen physiology and reproduction therefore. The first time that we consummate the relationship we will start our family if it is what it is to be. But first I need to talk to your parents, I wish to tell them my intentions towards you.
My biological dad is reasonable but my father is still resistant to inner species copulations and reproduction. I don't feel that he will ever approve of a relationship with even a genman pureblood unless he, my mate.
Well let's just something he's going to have to deal with, I will let both of your parents know that we plan to pursue a relationship and when the time is right you will freely give of yourself so that we can start our family. I respect that you wish to keep yourself pure until conception, and if that means you go to cycle again and you have to lock yourself away that's fine with me but everyone better be forewarned if they come for you with the intentions of breeding that will be a fatal mistake on their part.
I think we need to go back towards the table because the meal will soon be served, plus we don't need everybody jumping to conclusions.
That's okay I plan on telling everyone at the table when we get back. And if there are any objections, they need to keep them to themselves because I am not going to hear of it.
What about your job in the city, you know I will not leave the Z1 because it's the only life that I know and I feel safe here. Will you only be here on the weekends?
I've got some things in mind, and as far as my job in the city at the University they may have to do without their linguistics professor. Because I'm choosing life over a career.
I hope you're not making mistake; I know my pheromones can mess with cognitive thought.
You and your pheromones have nothing to do with it, they are a bonus but the first time I called a glance of you I knew in the back of my mind I was looking at my future. Now let's go back to the table.
The two returned to the table and Artemis helped Aransas to his chair and slid it underneath the table, as he stood beside him, he picked up a water class and gently tapped it on the side to get everyone's attention. Excuse me may I please have everyone's attention.
I Artemis Jacob Harris would like to make something clear to my family and friends, I have asked Aransas to consider an exclusive dating arrangement. And when the time is right, I will take him as my bonded mate and we will produce the first of many children. He is not a child he is a mature young man who is a pureblood Genmen by birth and I only hope that as a human I can live up to his expectations of what a loving and caring mate should be. I know there will be blowback from one of his parents due to certain expectations but I am here to say that I will not back down. He is off the market and not available to anyone but me.
There are several mouths that were that were in the open position and several others that had smiles upon them.
Dwight was the first one to speak, does that mean that the moving to the city with you or would you be moving out to the Z1?
If permission is granted, I will take up cohabitation here at the Z1. Besides Dwight since I have been passed over three times for tenure, I have no loyalty to the city University anymore and will start by placing my resume with every higher educational facility on the planet.
Zach was the next one to make a comment, Prof. Harris no resume is needed your work speaks for itself. Z University would be honored to put you on as senior staff, fully vested and tenured immediately. Will be allowed to run your classes the way that you wish so that everyone can learn what you know to be fact.
Thank you very much Sir, but I would still like to get to know the University and the staff members that you currently have so that I do not step on anyone's toes.
If your opinion and your expertise steps on anyone's toes at this university consider them stomped, I'll back you up responded Ben.
Artemis thanked everyone and took his seat beside Aransas placing their hands together.
Aransas didn't realize it but Artemis had removed his right glove and they were holding hands skin to skin. He looked down at this situation but he was not reacting and that puzzled him. He had the questionable look upon his face as he noticed this.
Ben leaned to his left and quietly spoke to Aransas. You are at one with yourself you no longer have to suppress yourself and are comfortable with your future mate that's the reason that your body is not reacting, it has accepted your future mate.
I didn't know that could happen Mr. Ben. I thought that I would vent myself every time.
If you try to hide it yes that would have happened but since it's out in the open and everyone knows the truth your body is letting you know he is your future bonded mate.
The meal came out, fire roasted star birds with muddle sauce, fresh roasted Sharad (a type of corn) and mashed white Thurgood with a buttery cream sauce. The meal was exceptional, Donnie and his staff had pulled out all the stops. Only small chit chat was at the table when they dined. A seven-layer cake was brought out in the honor of the event. Everyone in the restaurant new what the seven-layer cake meant. They just didn't know who.
But Zach could not let moment go, he stood up and tapped his water class. My dear residence and visitors to the Z1 I was privileged to receive this information while ago and I feel that it needs to be shared with everyone so that there are no mistakes made by anyone.
He had Artemis and Aransas stand up. Today is a blessed day here at the Z1. I present to you the future Prof. Artemis and Aransas Harris soon to be bonded together as lifelong mates. And the opening of the linguistics, communications and ancient languages section here at the Z University. We are very blessed that Prof. Harris has agreed to take the position heading up the new department. It will help everyone Genmen, hybrids and humans to know the true past as written by our ancestors.
Please raise your glass to toast this young couple in their journey through life.
Aransas was a little embarrassed by all of the attention.
You see there I told you that you are special. Don't let anyone ever put you down again because they are the ones that are lacking. Artemis leaned over and kissed Aransas in a very deep and passionate kiss.
Aransas had to steady himself as his knees became weak, this was what he was always told by his dad. When you meet your match and you kissed for the very first time you will become weakened in the knees. No one's perfect but for you they are the perfect one.
As in tradition when the seven-layer cake is served the couple is welcomed into the community by everyone at the announcement.
Artemis was a little taken back by such celebration. They really needed speak to Aransas's parents to let them know.
Aransas's phone started to vibrate; he knew it was his dad was calling. He wished that he could ignore it but that was not something a responsible Genmen would do.
Dad is everything okay Aransas spoke as he answered his phone.
It is perfect my son, we just got the announcement on the message board. I can tell you that you make a striking couple and even your father had to say that he could tell that there was something between the two of you when he spoke to you earlier, even if you were not aware. What a parent wants is one thing but what the body desires and needs is a different. When the two of you have time, you are welcome in this home for a visit. I would like to meet the man who stole your heart and will soon give us grandchildren when you conceive. And you do not have to worry about your father he is understanding of this.
I do not wish to take any more of your time, but enjoy your celebration. We will have one in the family when you come visit with your new mate.
Goodbye dad, and I thank you and father for your understanding. We will set up a luncheon so that all of the family can meet on both sides. I love you, Aransas hung up the phone and leaned towards Artemis.
Is everything okay Aransas?
It couldn't be better; I would say that your little talk with my father held big merit.
Ok, but we still need to go talk to them so we can receive their blessings.
The meal and the celebration soon were over and everyone went back to their respective homes.
Artemis had a newfound respect for young Aransas and no sooner than they had arrived home he walked up to him and kissed him directly on the lips. I hope this will give you some idea how I really feel.
Aransas felt a sudden stirring in his body and he did not want to follow through at least not until they were bonded. Artemis we really need to talk, I would like to request a few things before it goes any further.
Aransas understood the young man needed his space and took a step back.
Go ahead speak, I need to know everything so that we do not make any mistakes in our future.
I suspect that you wish to take me as soon as you can so that way you can guarantee an offspring will be held within me. But I would like for the first time to be after we are bonded as a pair.
I don't want to make a mistake and have any regrets on your portion. I don't want you to feel bad or trapped in to a situation where you feel that you must stay because of a child. That doesn't mean that we cannot prepare for that moment is just that I want you to be absolutely sure.
Number one Aransas I have never been surer of anything in my life, you are what's missing in my life. I understand that you wish to wait until the night of the bonding ceremony. But that doesn't mean we cannot share the same room in the same bed until then. I trust myself not to do something that I would regret later.
This doesn't make you upset that I am denying you my innocence until a later date?
Young man this makes me respect you even more, someone that can put off their basic needs and desires through genetics has to be a very levelheaded young man. Besides that's what they make cold showers far, it will cool my jets.
Let's get out of these suits and into some more relaxed clothing. I don't know about you but I'm beginning to get a little uncomfortable in all of these clothes.
They are binding, but I am so happy to have this outfit that you have afforded me. It will be a cherished item of mine.
Artemis went to his room and disrobed quite quickly, he only slid on a pair of lounge pants. They didn't hide much since he was going commando underneath. He went to the kitchen area and started to prepare pot of coffee. After a good meal he liked to unwind with a cup of coffee and a nice book to read.
Aransas was a little surprised at what he found in his new mate standing in the kitchen. Barefooted a pair of thin bottoms and nothing else. He was still amazed and mesmerized at the site of the human male body. He couldn't understand why someone would be covered in hair. He walked up behind Artemis and gently slid his arms around the man. He couldn't believe how soft hair covering his future mate's body was, it felt very appealing.
Our looked around and saw his future mate's face laying upon his shoulder, you keep doing this to me and I may have to get another cold shower.
Aransas jerked back away from Art and apologized.
Art Realizing, he made the mistake of trying to crack a joke once again, reached out and pulled Aransas to his chest and apologized. He explained to Aransas that it was a simple fun, he made the remark in a jokingly manner. You can snuggle up next to me is much as you want to, then he leaned his head forward and kissed the lips of his future lover.
I wish to inquire something of you Art?
Go ahead Aransas asked me what you wish and I will answer your questions truthfully.
Was the reason to come here and visit your family your true cause for the visit or did you wish to find a mate once you arrive here at the Z1 Sir?
The biggest surprise to me here on my visit is that I located you. Our fates were intertwined without either of us knowing about it. I came here as an invite to see my family and our newest family member young Joseph. I had no intention here to find a mate or even to find someone to lay down with and produce a child haphazardly. You are what was meant to be in my life and that's what we call fate. Never doubt yourself never question what is between us because it is what is meant to be. I'm not saying there might not have been some outside influence but it never would've happened in the first place had it not meant to be.
I understand Art, I was not looking for a lover or a mate when I met you. You were my assignment to keep you safe, and assist you during your visit here at the ranch. When I saw you walking toward me at the transit stop my heart skipped a beat, I knew the end you are special and would be in my life. That much was confirmed when you placed your hand upon my shoulder and I had my moment.
I would not reject you if you decide to mount me tonight Aransas said as he snuggled even tighter to Art's body.
As tempting as that is, I will reserve that for our bonding night. I wish to preserve everything as it is for that special time in our life. But we do need is about certain things?
Aransas pulled away from his future mate and looked at him, are you worried?
No but I do need to inquire, what happens after you conceive our first. Where will you work during the pregnancy?
I will work exactly where I am now, other than some of the heavy labor force that must be reallocated when they conceive, normal residence will continue to work in their current job titles and positions. You forget I am a pureblood and my body is even stronger because we are built this way.
I'm sorry I'm just a little bit on the cautious side, dealing with human females it's different, some are very resilient but others must be watched over cautiously as they carry their young.
That's one thing you have to worry about, our bodies are totally different thanks to our genetics in the way we were created.
Yes, that's another thing I need to get back with Ty and Mr. Zach. I need to unlock some of the coding about how the genman race was created by the Goran's. I have been able to decipher all lot through my studies but so much was left out of what government information was made available. But now here on the Z-1 having the archival records I will be able to discover how Genmen evolved throughout the years to become wonderful beings they are today.
The way you speak, you make it sounds so wonderful, not like we were a creation out of a test to only for a slave market. You will gain many friends here at the Z1 and in the Genmen world, likewise you will probably make several enemies within the government and the human world alike.
Friend or foe it makes no matter Aransas, I am only here to discover the truth of the matter. Only people that hate on others cannot stand the truth, for the truth shall set you free. That last little bit of the sentence was an old earth proverb, who originally said it is no longer known; but it applies equally today.
Aransas initiated the next move and leaned in and kissed Artemis. Let's turn in for the night, if not I fear that we will be up all night discussing the what ifs and the what nots if we don't.
Allison was getting ready for bed when she asked Joe to have a seat so that they could talk.
Joe smiled and replied; would I happen to be in trouble?
My gosh no why would you even think that my husband?
Because I might've set certain things into motion so that a very dear friend of mine could run into his future.
Of course, not I'm glad that Artemis and Aransas met up with each other. Just because he had a gentle nudge in the right direction doesn't mean anything. Joe don't be mad but I've been hiding something from you, I know we discussed things in deep detail about our family but sometimes our best laid plans can be derailed.
Allison took a lab report out and handed over to her husband along with her first Sonogram.
Joe put on his glasses so that he could read the small print in detail of the report, his hand started to shake a little bit and when he turned the page and on the top of the page it said female child Burke, he had to take a seat. He was about three shades whiter than he had ever been.
I know is not what we discussed after the boys are born but sometimes life throws you a curve. In this case it's a giant curve in the form of a second-generation human hybrid female child.
Joe just sat there and hung his head low.
Okay you need to speak to me let me know what you think because there is no going back home, this one there was a deposit but there's no return policy.
Joe started to chuckle and laugh, yes there was a deposit all right and no we are not about to return this blessing. He stood up and walked over to his wife, you have fulfilled my wildest dream and fantasies. Your pregnant and it's a girl, the first girl in the Burke family name in five generations that we know of. How many people know about this?
Not too many, just your parents and our boys. You think I have held the secret for almost 4 months and I wouldn't tell anyone. Poppy was there with me when I got the results, he insisted that I go to the doctor because I had not been feeling good. Your father was very ecstatic and wanted to tell you immediately but Poppy and I calmed him down. I threaten the boys with instant and permanent death if they breathed one word of it. Oh, that's right Mr. Ben knows because he took one look at me and knew I was with child.
I'm just not sure that I want to raise her in the city Joe. Yes, we raised the boys there and it was difficult on them at best, but young genman crosses especially males are very resilient. A female second-generation might grow normally like a human or they may take the path of the genman genetics and mature out in six years. Either way it's going to be difficult.
Allison I've been thinking about something, Artemis will be here and the boys are here, I can offer the city University a compromise and continue with my symposiums and tours at a reduced quantity, or we can move here and I can teach at Z University. I can make all of those stuffed shirts come to me; I will be in control of my destiny for once in my life. What do you think?
Number one Joe you're gonna need an assistant, and we will need a home, so tomorrow we need to discuss this with father and Poppy. We will let the boys know our decision when we make it, but what about the Spinelli's do you think they might have some input in your decision?
I really don't know, but I have been reading up on this place when I wasn't spoiling little Joseph. There is a neighborhood outside the Township where families like ours dwell. We are close enough to the Z1 and near the Township so that we have the best of both worlds. We have our privacy and the children will have their lives and their privacy.
Sounds like we've already made up our mind, we just need to discuss this with Zach and Ben Spinelli. I'm tired and I need to get my rest, so we can sleep on this till in the morning my love?
Joe leaned over and kissed his wife, he crawled into bed as did she and they turned out the lights.
Joe was up bright and early the next morning. He went out front to the swing in front of the Guess cottage to call his teaching assistant to find out how everything was going while he was out. He had heard there had been a little bit of trouble but everything should have been taken care of after he spoke to one of the Regents.
Hello Terrence this is your Prof. how are you doing today?
Oh hello Prof. Burke I've been better.
Well did everything get smoothed out for you after I spoke to the Regent?
No Sir, Aries was suspended and will have to make up courses next year that he's going to miss before he can graduate. I lost all my credits and my status has been denied. I will not graduate at all they removed every one of my credentials and my grades. I'm so sorry I know we are supposed to be careful but we hadn't seen each other for four months thanks to the symposiums.
I spoke to Regent Dawson and he assured me after we spoke everything would be taken care of and you would not be admonished.
Sir he's the one that recommended that I lose all of my credits. He screwed me over and Aries as well.
That old stone-faced son of a bitch, I can tell you one thing the whole entire educational system will know of his exploits. When I'm through with him he won't have anything.
Please sir don't do it, there's some kind of censure that they're going to try to level I you sir. I heard it from reliable student sources that Regent Dawson wants you taken down a few pegs because you think you human and better than the rest.
Let me handle Regent Dawson my way, tell me Terrence if you had the chance to be an assistant lecturer or even a professor's assistant teaching at an accredited university would you take it?
Yes, sir in a heartbeat, but I can't leave Aries.
One of you didn't have to make up his classes and all of his credits were to be transferred to another university and he received his diploma on schedule do you think that would make up for a few things?
Yes, sir but where would that take place? What kind of university would take a student's word for it?
Not many but if an accredited professor was to gather up all of the grades and transcripts from his present University would that work?
I'm sure it would sir, but still where would you find such a place?
Give me a few hours young man and I will contact you back after I talked to a fellow professor from city University and we will see what we can do. First, I need to access a few files before they are removed.
Thank you Prof. Burke I will be waiting on your call, goodbye.
Joe didn't let two seconds pass until he was on his personal system downloading all of the student grading from all his students, Artemis's students before they were both blocked. He also requisitioned all files and educational materials of Aries Stephen's.
Joe was pissed by the time he was through, at sonofabitch wants to play dirty he hasn't seen the mud pit I'm going to bury his ass in.
Joe fired off a private message to a reporter. Simon Mumsforth and started naming names dates and places connected to Regent Dawson and all of his little dark secrets that he kept from everybody including his wife.
Simon was drinking a cup of coffee as he was trying to read the email; half of the coffee was spit out of his mouth and all over the table. This was going to be great and someone was going to fall very hard on his face. He replied back to the blank mailbox and thanked the party associated with it for all of the whistleblower information. This was going to shake up some tree's and would even rock houses rot off of their foundations. The city University thought it was so grand and so above everything else was constantly putting Z University down well it's about time to get a little down and dirty all right in city University was going down hard.
Simon went to work on the cover line and story, it was to be a very eloquently worded piece of newsworthy information. He had no doubt that it would be picked up by networks, but he retained all of the rights.
Allison walked out of the guest quarters curing a cup of coffee out to her husband; I know that look Joe Edward Burke Senior what have you done?
My dear wife is called Retribution, and it is long overdue.
Here's your coffee, talk to me about it.
First of all, my assistant was dismissed from the University without any grades or without his diploma. They have removed any and all of his accreditations according to the Board of Regents for a lover's indiscretion. You're away from your one and only for almost 4 months and you get a little excited and sometimes you do stuff out in public that you don't intend to. It's not supposed to cost you everything that you've worked for your entire education, I don't think so plus they also removed the other young man's credits and will make him return next year to finish them out all over again.
I had spoken to Regent Dawson about the matter and thought we had everything smoothed out he agreed with me that certain times young folks do stuff on impulse is just a way of being young. Then the old measurable basterd went back behind my back stab me in my back and recommended that the boys be removed from college Terrence removed from all of his credits and have everything blocked.
But I got to them beforehand and transferred every one of his accreditations and transcripts to the admissions department at Z University along with his boyfriend's information. I will need to talk to Artemis about the little indiscretion and the Spinelli's to see what we can do to help these two young people out.
My, my, my Joseph Edward Burke Senior the humanitarian this is a new one for you, I think I like it.
I think I need an appointment with the Spinelli's to see if there's an opening at the University here. I don't think all my worst day I will ever step foot back on the campus at city University.
It's about damn time, I have been trying to tell you that for how many years that you are under appreciated and taken advantage of but you always thought you were doing the best that you could. You see what working your ass off does around assholes, nothing absolutely nothing.
When you talk to Spinelli's tell them that we would like to look at some living quarters outside of the Township in that subdivision. I don't want our daughter raised in the city.
I agree, and I'm sure the boys will be happy that their mother will be near especially Dwight he's gonna need a lot of support and that young Blake will be leaning on your shoulder a lot.
Enjoy your cup of coffee, I'm going to go back inside and check on Poppy, then I'll get dressed and head on over to the boy's house. I'll call Tobias and let him know that I'm on the way just so that I don't intrude.
Coming Soon P-126
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