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Chan and Changbin stopped swimming suddenly, their faces strangely blank for a moment before you heard Chan’s voice in your mind. “Change of plans. Melodias is at Haven for an impromptu meeting, so we’re heading back now.”
“Haven?” You asked with a note of confusion.
“Oh, right, we call our home Haven.” Chan answered as the three of you changed course. “Can’t remember who came up with the name when we found it, but it stuck.”
You nodded to yourself, then the thought of actually meeting Melodias, a real demigod, struck you. She was part of the reason you were living this life now and oddly enough you began to worry if she would like you. What if she didn’t? What if she thought you were a disgrace to her and the other Storms? What if...
“Don’t worry, she’ll like you; she likes all the Storms.” Chan reassured you as you swam. While you could breathe a little easier, there was still that little tickle of concern in the back of your mind.
Before long, you were emerging from the pool at Haven’s entrance. The three of you walked quickly through the passages, straight to the cave where you’d met most of the sirens yesterday. Everyone was already gathered there including a woman you could only assume was Melodias. She turned toward you, and you froze in place.
You weren’t sure exactly what to expect when meeting a demigod, but even her attention on you was enough to leave you temporarily dumbstruck. She was tall, wearing the same clothing you had when you first woke after becoming a Storm, except the fabric was shimmering white. You were surprised at how muscular she was; powerful and slightly intimidating. Her skin was golden bronze, and a dark blue afro crowned her head. When her turquoise eyes landed on you, they were friendly and captivating.
“Ah, so this is the new Storm I’ve heard so much about!” Melodias smiled brightly and you couldn’t help smiling timidly back at her.
“I didn’t know anyone was talking about me.” You replied with a nervous laugh.
“Why would we not talk about you? You’re the most interesting thing that’s happened here in decades!” Felix said with a mirthful laugh.
“Yes, they are all very excited that you’re part of the pack, which transitions nicely into the reason I’m here now.” Melodias said. Chan took your hand and you followed him to where the others were gathered, then sat on the floor nestled between him and Changbin.
“As all of you know, my mother and father protect these waters as they have for eons. Under their watchful gaze the seas have thrived, and we have known relative peace.” Melodias paused and looked at each of the faces before her. “The Dyad visited my parents. The mouthpiece of the Fates has delivered a message of dread; darkness is rising. An unknown peril threatens not only our realm, but all realms. Their advice: make ready to defend ourselves.”
Your stomach dropped, and the sirens murmured quietly around you; she waited until the whispers ceased to continue. “Calypso, the mother of sirens, has declared that all sirens receive their Storm.” Melodias looked over the sirens once more, her kind eyes developing an edge. “I think all of you understand just how serious this is. In all the time that I’ve been a Storm, this is the first instance of every siren receiving their Storm.”
“When is this going to happen?” Jeongin asked from behind you.
“Immediately. I’ll be sending Changbin and Hyunjin out once we’re done here.” Melodias informed the sirens.
Chan tensed up at your side and when you peeked at him, he was looking at Minho. Minho’s eyes were fixed on Melodias and his jaw fluttered as he ground his teeth, but beside him Jisung glanced sidelong at him, his eyes wide.
“We’ll have the rest of the pack go out in turn, but for now I ask that all of you train to be battle ready. Since we’re not sure of the nature of the threat we’re training for, prepare for land and water combat.” Melodias ordered. “We may not be able to rely on our abilities as sirens and Storms, so hand-to-hand combat will be essential to train up as well.”
Melodias looked at you, her eyes softening once again. “I realize you may not be used to fighting, but I’m sure Chan will train you well.” She nodded toward Chan and you smiled.
“Actually, my mother had me trained in hand-to-hand combat and swordsmanship.” You replied as your ears burned from mild embarrassment. Melodias raised her brows and nodded again as she laughed quietly.
“I wonder what other surprises you have for me, little one?” Melodias approached you, her movements graceful as she dropped to a knee in front of you. “You are new to this life, these sirens, but if you should need anything I am close at hand for my fellow Storms. Call for me and I will be there.” She took your hand, hers slightly warmer than yours, and smiled. “I know you did well today in service of Calypso. It seems you were better suited for this life than we could have hoped given the...unorthodox nature of your selection.”
Your brows furrowed at her words, but she simply smiled broader and rose, regarding the others once more. “For the time being, this is all the information I can offer. As I learn more I will be in touch, but for now, train and make ready.”
“Before you leave, I think Stormling and I should speak with you privately.” Chan said as he stood and offered his hand to help you up.
“I will find you.” Melodias agreed with a nod. “Changbin and Hyunjin, with me.” She held out her arm and the sirens approached as the rest of the pack dispersed.
Chan led you away, heading straight to the waterfall cavern, the glowworms illuminating the space in a way that you considered magical. “Well, that was not at all what I was expecting her to say.” Chan huffed as he guided you into the pool with him. The warm water made you sigh and fatigue you hadn’t noticed before slowly melted away.
“What are we going to talk with Melodias about?” You asked as you followed him further into the pool.
“Well, given the turn of events I think we should let her know what we’re capable of. I’m still not sure about telling any of the others just yet, but Melodias can be trusted since she has the same ability.” Chan explained.
“If you trust her, then so do I.” You murmured then dipped beneath the surface to wet your hair. When you resurfaced, Chan was looking at you with a contemplative expression. “What?” You asked with a tone of concern as you swiped wet tendrils of hair out of your face.
“You’ve only known me for a handful of days, and yet you trust me so fully.” Chan replied as he cocked his head slightly.
“You are my siren; why wouldn’t I trust you?” You answered simply.
“You’re at a disadvantage. I can read your thoughts, so I already know a great deal about you, but you don’t know anything about me.” He responded, his brows pulling together.
“Then tell me.” You muttered as you drew close enough to ghost your lips over his. Chan growled, his hands resting on your hips then pulling your body against his. Before Chan had a chance to answer, Changbin and Hyunjin passed through the cavern on their way out.
“Channie-ya! Wish us luck!” Changbin called out when he noticed you in the pool. Chan sighed loudly, but a smile tugged at his lips.
“Good luck! Hopefully you’re not stuck out there as long as I was!” Chan said as he pulled away.
“I don’t know, the wait seems worth it if I end up with a beauty like Stormling.” Hyunjin said as he smiled down at you. Your cheeks burned and Chan smiled wickedly back at him, the pair sharing a look you pretended not to see though your thoughts betrayed you.
“True.” Chan purred as his hand caressed your thigh underwater.
“Don’t wait up for us!” Changbin bellowed as they left, making Hyunjin plug his ears. Following not long after was Melodias, a longsuffering smile on her face as she entered the cavern.
“He’s quite possibly the loudest siren I’ve ever known.” Melodias joked as she sat at the pool’s edge. “So, what is it you wanted to talk about?” She asked, her eyes brimming with curiosity as she swished her legs lazily in the water. Chan looked around then swam closer, and you followed, both of you sitting on a small boulder jutting out of the water near her.
“We haven’t been together long, but we’ve already discovered something...interesting.” Chan said, then took a breath and continued. “We can perform the Dread Duet.” He said quietly, his voice barely audible over the low roar of the waterfall.
Melodias stared for a moment, her mouth dropping open in surprise. “Well, that’s certainly serendipitous.” She chuckled. “Have you told anyone else?” She asked as her expression became serious.
“The only other one who knows is Seungmin, and if there was any siren who wouldn’t tell a soul, it’s him.” Chan answered.
“Good. I will, of course, let my mother know, but I think it would be best for us to save this information for an advantageous reveal. The less any enemy knows, the better.” Melodias said thoughtfully. “Was there anything else?”
“Well...,” you replied with a shy smile, “We think I also have precognition.”
Melodias openly gawked at you, her eyes wide as she looked like she was truly seeing you for the first time. “You really are full of surprises.” She finally laughed. “Your mother gave us a mighty gift.” Melodias added, making you wonder if you heard her right.
“My mother? You knew my mother?” You asked with a frown.
“I never met her, but she formed a pact with my mother to save you from your betrothal. Making you a Storm was Calypso’s way of saving you.” Melodias answered. “Did she not tell you?” She asked, her eyes suddenly sad.
“No, she died two years ago.” You replied as your heart raced.
“She made the pact and my mother took pity on her. She allowed her two days to say goodbye to you before claiming her life as payment for the pact.” Melodias said. “I only met Emma, and that was when I told her it was time to send you to the cove.”
“Emma knew too?” You felt bile rise in your throat. All this time and you were completely unaware of the moves the two most important people in your mortal life had made to keep you from marrying Philip.
“Stormling.” Chan said gently, his hand resting on your thigh. “It’s okay, breathe.”
You hadn’t even noticed you stopped breathing as your mind raced. With a deep breath you stared up at the ceiling of the cave glittering with the light of the glowworms, fighting to keep the tears at bay. Melodias watched you silently, leaning forward with her forearms perched on her knees.
“Did you know too?” You asked Chan when you regained your composure.
“No, I was just as surprised as you were.” Chan replied as he raised his hands in front of him defensively.
“Okay.” You sighed then leaned against him, resting your head on his shoulder. Melodias straightened, her keen turquoise eyes softening as a small smile graced her full lips.
“I will be on my way. I meant what I said earlier; if you need anything, call on me, and I will be there.” Melodias reminded you as she stood then turned to leave.
“Why did you skip Minho? He’s the next oldest after me, it should have been him and Changbin to go today.” Chan asked.
“You know why.” She called over her shoulder. In the blink of an eye, she was gone; the lingering scent of coconut oil and plumeria the only evidence of her presence. Chan hummed darkly, his shoulders tensing as he dropped back into the water then turned to help you back in.
“So...do sirens normally get Storms based on seniority?” You asked tentatively.
“In a pack like ours, yes. Seniority is an underlying ruler; though we’re not bound by it, we’re aware of it. Calypso and Melodias are also aware of our unique dynamic and respect it.” He answered, then pulled you against him. “I am the oldest, then it’s Minho, Changbin, Hyunjin, Jisung, Felix, Seungmin, and Jeongin, our maknae.”
“So why skip over Minho?” You asked as you wrapped your legs around his waist.
“Given her answer, there is a siren within the pack whom they expect him to pair with. Whether he or they would become the Storm is unclear, but...” Chan trailed off, his eyes getting a far-off look.
“But...” You encouraged him to speak.
“But I don’t know if either are ready to take that step.” Chan said quietly, like he might hurt someone who wasn’t even present.
“So, you know who the siren is?” You asked, your curiosity piqued.
“Over the years there have been plenty of pairings in these caverns; hell, the whole group on some of our crazier nights.” Chan said. Desire pooled in your core, and you absentmindedly ground your mound against his cock. He hissed and gripped your ass making you whimper. “Of those pairings, only one has persisted: Minho and Jisung.” He bit your jaw lightly, his cock hardening between you.
“Well, that explains the way he was looking at Minho earlier.” You answered in a breathy voice, your heart hammering in your chest.
“Jisung has always been more private about their relationship. Whether they decide to take this next step remains to be seen, but it seems that fate may force their hands.” Chan said while his hand settled over the middle of your chest and he leaned forward to whisper in your ear. “Your heart is racing, Stormling.”
You took a shuttering breath as you ran your hand over his torso, his muscles fluttering under your touch. “It’s too bad Changbin had to leave.” You sighed.
“I could call one of the others in here...” Chan offered, his eyes alight though storms raged in them.
“Only if you...”
“Of course I fucking want it.” Chan growled as he ground his cock against you. “Who do you want, Beloved?” He asked while his hand slipped between you to rub your clit.
“Surprise me.” You moaned as you leaned your head back, pleasure beginning to thrum powerfully through you.
“He’ll be here shortly.” Chan said as he turned so your back was to the boulder you’d just been sitting on. With a shove he pinned you between him and the boulder, dipping to lick then suck your nipple. A delicious thrill ran through you as you considered who he could have called, then a twinge of worry. You’d only ever been with one partner; how were you supposed to handle being with two?
“Don’t worry, we’ll take care of you. All you have to do is enjoy it.” Chan murmured against your skin. He bit the dip of your collar bone, and you moaned, your body crying out for more. Immediately a finger dipped inside you, making you writhe against the boulder, the rough surface digging into your back.
“Chan.” You groaned as you drug your fingernails into the flesh of his broad back. He hissed and dipped beneath the water, draping your legs over his shoulders to support you as he devoured you. Chan’s tongue drug through your lips as he gripped your ass hard enough to bruise. You groaned and ground your cunt against his mouth as your hand slipped under the water and grabbed a fistful of his hair.
Spurred by the reaction he was drawing from you, Chan plunged his tongue into your warmth. You bucked against him again and he moved to flick your clit while two fingers plunged inside you. He pumped his fingers in your wetness as he sucked your clit and all at once ecstasy burst like a bubble, your body shaking as an orgasm pulsed through you. You moaned loudly, the sound echoing through the cavern as your eyes fluttered shut.
“Magnificent.” A male voice drifted over the water to you and when you opened your eyes with a start you saw Jeongin standing at the edge of the pool. Your chest heaved from the orgasm now fading and he stepped into the water, swimming to you. Without a word Chan resurfaced then shoved his cock in your pussy making you cry out as you stretched painfully around him.
“Oh, she’s a vocal one. I like that.” Jeongin purred, his eyes roaming over every inch of skin they could as his fingertips grazed your neck making goosebumps erupt in their wake.
“That’s not even the prettiest sound she makes.” Chan said as he pulled almost all the way out then slammed back inside you. A high-pitched moan tumbled from your lips and Chan smirked. “That is the prettiest sound she makes.” Your toes curled and your pussy clenched around Chan as he pumped languidly inside you. Jeongin’s fingers snaked around your neck, not applying pressure, but your breath hitched and he smiled darkly at you.
“Does our pretty little Storm like to be handled roughly?” Jeongin teased, applying the slightest pressure as Chan fucked you. Our. Oh, gods that sounded good.
“Yes.” You mewled prompting Jeongin’s grip on your throat to tighten enough that you couldn’t breathe. Suddenly Chan was fucking up into you at a punishing pace, your back rubbing against the boulder painfully. Pleasure built inside you, threatening to make you burst, tension coiling until there was nowhere else for the pressure to go. With a strangled cry you came around Chan’s cock, your head throbbing as Jeongin released your throat.
“Fuck, such a good girl, aren’t you?” Chan panted as he pulled you away from the boulder still buried inside you.
“Woah, take a look at her back!” Jeongin said as his eyes bugged out. You were still coming down from your orgasm, but with his words you were immediately aware of the searing pain throbbing across your back. Chan pulled out and moved behind you, hissing when he saw the wounds.
“Shit. Stormling, do you feel okay?” Chan asked as he gingerly ran his finger over one of the bleeding welts.
“Now that I’m aware of it, it hurts a lot.” You groaned.
“We should take her to Seungmin; he’ll know how to fix this.” Jeongin murmured as he gathered your hair and draped it over your shoulder, so it wasn’t sticking to your injured back. Chan lifted you into his arms and carried you out of the pool, Jeongin following closely behind.
“Where is he right now?” Chan asked once you were out of the water.
“Where else?” Jeongin chuckled. Chan couldn’t manage to laugh, merely nodding then heading toward the Sanctum. You leaned your head against his shoulder and fought back tears as he carried you through the passages that seemed more claustrophobic than before.