Ever since I watched the movie Twisters, I love stories with tornado chasers, and Cocosghost's ONC entry Racing to Their Deaths fits the bill. So far, we only got the first installment, but I can tell already that this will be a wild ride. Romance, action, thrills – what more do you want? Check out the story, but don't forget to hold on to your hats; it's gonna get windy 😊

Warning: This chapter includes a 🌶️🌶️🌶️ scene which will be marked within the text. Feel free to skip.

Cass's little squeals send tingles across my skin. Speeding through the black dunes, I hit every bump in our path to send the motorcycle flying through the air. The warm wind tears through my hair; my mind and body are one with the roaring engine, the woman hugging me in a tight grip, and the whirling sand that has always been the center of my existence.

High on life.

For the first time in as long as I can remember.

Inebriated by the pulsing energy that emits from Cass with every beat of her heart.

And I'm loving every second of it, just as I'm desperate to hold on and to never let go.

The motorcycle races up the side of the volcano and I whip the front wheel around to bring the Honda to a stop.

Cass's arms tighten around my waist and she snuggles against my back, making my cock jump. "That was incredible."

I have to clear my throat three times to bring my voice back under my command. "I thought we could have a picnic, and then I want to show you my most favorite spot in all of hell."

"Oh, I can't wait." She slides off the motorcycle and stretches, exposing me to a generous amount of golden skin under her rising crop top.

Heavens, no. Don't do that.

Even though I have seen her in nothing but Anchor's oversized shirt and tight boxers—that undoubtedly hug her ass better than his—the teasing contours of her tits do things to my body no demoness has ever managed before. I want to tear those last pieces of clothing off her and drink in her nakedness.

Forcing myself to look away, I cast my gaze down. The lump in my throat refuses to go away; I have to ahem again to be able to speak. I point to a small path in front of us. "Around there is a small plateau that's protected from the wind." That way, she won't get sand into her food.

"Sounds good."

I loosen the belt I used to tie the basket to the side of the Honda and grab a blanket from the saddle bag. Ushering her along, we reach our destination. I spread the blanket on the ground and unpack the basket.

She stands there with her hands tucked behind her head, her eyes soaking up the expanse of my realm. "I love this view."

"It's amazing from up here."

She squints at the volcano next to us. "Are those people?"

I glance over my shoulder. "A demon couple. They came up here to forge a new demon."

"How does that exactly work?"

"Demon and demoness have sex, sperm hardens in the womb of the demoness, she pushes it out, they go to a volcano, toss the hardened mixture into the fire and voila, you have a new demon."

Wrinkles cut across her forehead. "What do you mean by pushing it out? Is it like an egg?"

The curiosity burning in her eyes is adorable; her questions, once so annoying, add to her attractiveness. She is like a sponge, eager to learn.

"It's more like a rod, but yes, I suppose it's a similar principle."

"And then they have a little demon baby?"

The laughter drives moisture to my eyes. "No, no baby. Whatever steps out of the fire is the final version you get."

"Hm. And those new demons just know what to do?"

"Demon labor is not very challenging. After a couple of weeks of orientation and shadowing their parents, most get the hang of it."

"Sounds like they are missing out on a lot."

I shrug.

"What about their personalities? How are they formed?"

"It's preprogrammed into their DNA. Demons don't have free will, so they follow their natural instincts to perform their duties as required." I pat the blanket. "Now sit down. You must be starving."

She drops onto the blanket with a snicker. "I'm still stuffed from last night. How much do you think humans eat?"

"Dunno. Never really thought about it." It's up to the torturers to provide subsistence to their charges.

I open the container with the lobster. According to the messenger I sent to the surface to retrieve her dinner, this stuff is considered a delicacy in her world. Spearing a large piece with the fork, I hold it in front of her mouth. She willingly accepts the offering.

Chewing with her eyes closed, she sighs. "This is so good. Certainly beats all the mac and cheese and fast food I've been eating."

"So this is special for you?"

"Are you kidding? The whole meal you got me was special. That shit is expensive, and most of the time, we were broke as fuck. Growing up, there were plenty of nights I went hungry."

"That's not right."

"My uncle made sure he had booze, cigarettes, and drugs. Any leftovers then went to groceries, which were often just a few dollars."

Bitterness laces her words and I squeeze her arm. "Sounds to me like you had it rough."

"He didn't rape me and didn't force me to turn tricks, so I guess that's a win." Her smile is timid.

My brows pull together. "What does turn tricks mean?"

"Have sex for money."

"Oh, right, humans do that." I grimace. "Hey, don't let your past spoil your day."

'Nothing can spoil my day." She takes another bite of the lobster. "I'm determined to enjoy every minute I'm given before my punishment."

I inhale sharply; it's something I'm desperate to forget.

Her smile reaches deep within my core. "You don't have to feel bad. It's your job, and especially now that I know you don't have free will, I realize that you can't help it."

Where is this assumption coming from? "Why do you say I don't have free will?"

"Well, you said demons—"

"That's ordinary demons. I'm a celestial, created with perfection in mind. That sets me apart from most other beings."

"Why are you a celestial? Is it because you're the devil?"

"No, there are plenty of devils on other planets that are just like any other demon." Especially that fucker on Nicoletta who is as braindead as they come. "It's because Anchor and I were the first. We were made by Levinia herself from the metals found deep in the mountains of the heavens and forged from the fire burning in the core of the Earth. The breath of the creator brought us to life. All other demons originate from us."

"Wow, you guys were the first." She wipes through her face as if she couldn't believe it. "What about partners? Didn't you need some sort of female—"

"There were two demonesses as well. And yes, for the first few years, there was a lot of sex."

She snickers. "I guess that explains why Anchor's"—a deep red flushes her cheeks—"why his cum was silver. It's like metal."

I don't want to bore her with mundane chemical differences between demon sperm and silver and nod. "Essentially, yes."

"Wow." She stuffs the last pieces of lobster into her mouth and demolishes the fruit salad. "What were you going to show me?"

My gaze soaks in her lovely features with those energetic eyes and pouty mouth.

Maybe this isn't such a good idea after all.

When she chews her bottom lip, my rational brain shuts off and I get to my feet. "It's just a short walk from here down into the volcano."

"Is it safe?"

"I wouldn't take you anywhere that isn't safe."

Heat engulfs us as we climb over the rim and start our descent. The path is shrouded by steam and mist, but the bright stars above still provide sufficient light. I place my hand on Cass's lower back to guide her. The silence between us is filled with comfort, though it also gets me on edge.

What if she hates my special place?

Stepping into the cave, she lets out a gasp. "Lou, this is . . . this is . . . I don't even know what to say."

My gaze roams over the glistening pond that looks miles deep as the cave's ceiling reflects off its still surface. The fires burning in the walls emit a warm and inviting glow; thousands of flying embers dance in the air as if waltzing to the soft sounds of the chirping spiders. "You said you wanted birds, but this stridulation is the best I can give you."

"I can see why this is your favorite place," she whispers.

"So you like it?"

"It's astonishing."

I nudge her ribs. "Don't just stand there. Get in."

"Isn't the pond too deep."

"Nah, it's just an illusion. Sitting down, the water will barely reach your shoulders."

"I didn't bring a bathing suit."

"I can turn around until you are in."

"Would you?"

With a chuckle, I face the wall. Slipping out of her clothes only takes her a second.

"Okay, I'm all set."

Spinning on my heel, I find her fully submerged in the water with only her head sticking out.

"It's so warm." She sighs. "So relaxing."

"I know." Taking my time to shed my clothes, I'm very well aware that she makes no effort to look away.

To the contrary.

I've never been shy undressing in front of a demoness, but Cass's devouring gaze has my cock hard by the time I drop my pants. When she licks her lips, I want nothing more than to fill that cute mouth with my essence. As I slide into the water, I eye the spot across from her that is too far away for my liking, even in the small pond.

You need to sit there and be a gentleman.

Shutting off my rationality once more, I end up on a flattened, soft stone so close to her that our knees touch.

She straightens, exposing two plump nipples that are hard despite the warm water. Leaning closer, she rubs against my skin. Her lips are inches away. "Thank you. I'm having such a nice time."

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My response is to pull her in for a kiss. Her mouth is sweet and she allows me to take control. My tongue takes her deep and she moans as my hands stroke her firm thighs. I regret that I have to break for air.

"Do you want me to stop?" I whisper.

"Fuck no."

She opens her legs and invites my fingers to explore her folds. I close my eyes; her energy hums on my skin. Circling her clit, the pulses of heat rushing through her have no problem to jump the short distance and sweep across my body. She is close to her orgasm and will pull me with her if I'm not careful. I push two fingers inside her and move them in and out; as I pick up speed, the moans drifting from her parted lips turn into little yelps. The water around me is foaming with her pleasure and an incredible heat builds in my core. My cock sizzles with lust. With a cry, she finds her release, her body shaking hard as the heat burns through her in waves. My own nerve ends catch fire. Shared energy rips through me, leaving nothing but rawness in its wake.

Heat. Passion. Joy.

I pull her into my lap and slide my hard shaft inside her, giving into the fiery heat. My cock explodes. As I ride out the aftershocks, I hug her tight to my chest. Her muscles squeezing around my dick release another current of pleasure.

Fuck, that was good.

Best sex ever.

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"Did you come?" Concern shines in her dark blue eyes and she strokes my cheek.

"Oh, yeah." I relish her touch. "Sex is different for demons. When we make love, we share energy with our partner, so everything you feel, I feel, too."

"So it's like a double orgasm?"

"Sort of." I catch her hands and pull them to my lips. "But sex was different with you. It wasn't just physical, there were emotions. It made it . . . better."

"I'm glad."

She leans her head against my shoulder and I inhale her scent. Her arousal is salty, which makes for a nice change from the sweet taste of a demoness. I could get used to this. Savoring her closeness, I let the warm water and the body of the woman in my arms carry me away. Clearing the path to a bigger picture.

Cass was meant to rule.

She is destined to be the female by my side.

The mother of my offspring, even if we will still have to iron out the biological specifics.

In three days, during the annual hell ball, I will introduce her to everyone as my queen. Levinia will just have to suck it up and accept that this punishment won't be happening.

Because one thing is clear: I will crush anyone who touches Cass or hurt her.

WP total word count: 12,421

So Lou seems definitely hooked, so it's time for some guesses. Why do you think he is so smitten with Cass? And what will happen with Anchor? If you enjoyed this chapter, please consider clicking the little Star and/or drop me some comments (I did fall behind with responses but will try to keep up). Thanks for reading and sticking with this story -- you guys are the best xD