Project - Prometheus Ch. 12

"Now that Protocol Seventeen has been addressed, let us begin with assigning proper ranks to everyone here. Commander McKenzie?" he called out.

"Yes, sir!" she responded.

"At this moment, you are henceforth promoted to the rank of Captain and will have an additional job aboard this ship, as my new Executive Officer."

"Thank you, sir!" she said, smiling beautifully.

"When you find someone suitable, bring them to my attention and we will see about who will be assigned the position of Security Chief aboard the Perseus," he added.

"Yes, sir!"

With that, Kasumi walked up to face Alex and he took a long rod in hand, that was shaped like a wide-bladed sword. He tapped her on the right shoulder, holding it there for a moment, before tapping her on the left, letting the blade sit there for a moment. The 'sword' was actually a repository for nanites that had one very specific design and job; to modify the uniform for either commendations or promotions.

The nanites went to work immediately, changing Kas's epaulets so they no longer reflected the rank of Commander, but Captain. They also went down to her right breast and instantly, a blue, white and gold service ribbon materialized. In mere seconds, the transformation was complete, and Kasumi saluted her Commodore. After a word of congratulations, she stepped back to his right side, facing the assembled ladies once again.

"Lt. Commander Inari Sunara, step forward please," Alex said. Inari stepped forward, standing in front of Alex and waited.

"Because of your experience, both on the battlefield and from what I've gleaned of your dossier, you are hereby promoted to the rank of Commander and the title of Fighter Group Command. Any pilots and drones that we pick up, you will be responsible for training them," he said solemnly, as he tapped her shoulders, letting the nanites do their work.

"Thank you, sir!" Inari replied, saluting, before she stepped back among her shipmates.

"Doctor Korsa, step forth," Alex called out. Korsa did so and despite the height difference, she faced her commanding officer with respect.

"Doctor, thanks to your aid, both Captain McKenzie and I, the crew, along with many Artucian people, owe you their lives. Your actions as both a soldier and a doctor did much to turn the tide against unfavorable odds. They also helped us understand a truth about the Xuul'khan people, which helps us understand them. About why they fight and how they are compelled to do so. Because of this, I grant you the rank of Lieutenant Commander and the title of Chief Medical Officer aboard the Perseus," Alex stated.'

"Thank you, sir!" Korsa said with a salute and a bow, before she stepped back into line.

"Natalya Vostrikov, step forward," Alex said, while trying to conceal a smile. Nats did nothing to hide hers and sighed happily.

"Ms. Vostrikov, you, like your adoptive mother, also did much to help, and as such we owe you our lives. For powering up the Perseus so we could wake, along with saving the lives of the thousands of colonists aboard, you are to be commended. For your efforts, you are being promoted to Lieutenant Commander as well, along with the title of Chief Engineer aboard the Perseus. Congratulations!" he said, letting his smile come through.

"Thank you, sir!" Natalya replied, saluting as she received her rank epaulets and ribbon.

She stepped back and let Priya walk up, as she was the next one called. Priya was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant and given the rank of Gunnery Chief. Taal'ani was also given an official rank, promoted to Chief Warrant Officer and Cyber Security Specialist, working alongside Jaesa to secure the Perseus against cyber-based attacks. The Commodore hesitated briefly when it came to both Shazza and Luminia, but let them both speak their piece, before making a decision.

"What role did you fill among your people Shazza?" Alex asked gently.

"I was an... assassin and a... favored... concubine," she said, searching for the right words. "As an assassin, I had to stay in peak physical condition, always training, always striving to be the best, then stay the best. To become second, is to die."

"I see," Alex said, thoughtful as he took his chin in hand, thinking. "I know where to put you. You will retain the rank of Sergeant on the ship and among the crew. You will be second in command of security and serve directly under Captain McKenzie. You will be responsible for the safety of the ship and its crew. Are you certain that you will be able to handle such responsibilities?"

"Yes, sir!" Shazza answered without a second's hesitation.

Alex glanced over to Kasumi who nodded her assent, glad that he was being sensible. Since Shazza was now freed of the influence of her long dead master, Kasumi was eager to see what the young woman was capable of. Now that she was under Kas' command, she was curious what the former assassin would bring to the table and what she could learn from her.

"Luminia, step forward please," Alex asked after Shazza had stepped back into the ranks. Lumi walked up to Alex and did a half bow, half curtsy to him, as a sign of deference. She then stood and looked him in the eyes as he spoke.

"What is it you can offer the Alliance as a whole?" he asked.

"My services as a... mediator... to my people. I can speak to them and will speak to you on their behalf. I know that you are in need of... allies and I will do everything that I can to see that the Artucian people become as such to you. We may not be able to give you much in the way... soldiers, but we can and will off anything else that can be of use to you," she said as formally as she could.

"I thank you for the service you offer and accept it on behalf of the Unified Systems Alliance. There is a specific title for what you called 'mediator', in the human tongue. The title in question is called 'Ambassador.' That is the title that you will hold in the Unified Systems Alliance; Luminia, Ambassador to the Artucian people," Alex told her, bowing his head to her in a gesture of respect.

"Thank you, sir!" Lumi told him, while repeating the same motion she had from before. Truthfully, she liked the way the title 'Ambassador' rolled off his tongue. It sounded refined, elegant, regal and fitting for someone who would do the work she hoped to do. She stepped back but stood apart from the rest of the crew.

"Let this day, be a day that we all remember. Generations from now, let it be the day where the galaxy will one day celebrate, as the day that hope, was kindled," Alex finished. He then started clapping for everyone there and they joined him, all happy and congratulating each other on their promotions and positions.

"Now that the formalities are over, let's head over to the lounge and have a look at waits there for everyone," Alex told them all mysteriously. They all asked what he was up to, but Alex simply told them they'd have to go with him to see. Trusting in their new Commodore, they all went with him to the Officer's Lounge and mess. They arrived and were, for the second time that day, were beyond surprised.

Waiting for them in the Lounge, was a veritable feast of many different foods, all waiting on the tables for them. Drinks were aplenty, as were snacks and other different nibbles of many varieties. Inari and Priya were pleased to see some of the more ethnic foods among the platters and smiled, as did Nats. They all looked at him in astonishment, wondering how exactly he could have churned out so much food for all of them.

"I had some help, with Jaesa controlling about a dozen Sentries to help me with preparing this," Alex admitted when he was grilled about it.

"She can do that?" Kasumi asked, astounded that the AI could cook.

"Yes. It was one of the many programming functions I was assigned when I was created. My creator thought that as an AI, I should learn how to cook, in case no one aboard could cook," she informed them with a giggle. "The Captain, I'm sorry, Commodore, had a sizable menu planned out, but needed assistance with executing it."

"Well, I'm not complaining! This all smells delightful!" Korsa stated as she walked up, picking up an empty plate from a nearby stack. That motion triggered everyone else to start digging into the feast and they did. Drinks were passed around, food was loaded onto plates and everyone ate, drank and was merry.

Conversation flowed and everyone was soon chatting in little groups. The Darkstrider crew, were busy chatting it up among themselves, keeping their voices low. Shazza and Kasumi were yammering, Kas asking pointed questions about Shazza and Shazza doing her best to answer her. Alex found himself in a conversation with Luminia, who was asking him about hydroponics.

"...but I would truly like to learn more about how things grow in hydroponics. I will not be dealing with my people all the time and would like to learn something of use aboard the ship," Lumi enthused.

"I would like to learn how to do that as well, sir. If you'd allow it," Shazza piped up, startling the duo.

"Considering your positions as Ambassador and Security, I don't see why not," Alex responded to them. Both women squealed with glee as they quickly got up and left, heading out to the monorail station as quickly as their legs could carry them. Alex barely had a minute to himself before Kasumi sauntered over, putting an extra sway in her step. The look on her face spelled it all out with what she wanted.

"Looking to pick up where we left off, Captain?" Alex teased her.

"Absolutely, sir," she purred as she leaned over, letting her sizable rack jiggle right in front of him. It took all of Alex's willpower to not tear her uniform off right there and take her right in front of everyone present. He knew that Natalya likely wouldn't have minded, but he still had to maintain his image of a commanding and proper CO. So, he just stood and offered his arm to her.

Kas took it and walked with him, as he led the way to his quarters, his mind on the delights he would relish in shortly. Kasumi though, had a few ideas of her own and resolved to get some, but on her terms. As the door to his room opened, she threw all caution to the wind and pressed herself into him, her lips seeking his. The moment the met, Kasumi's passion lit up like a bonfire and she nearly tackled Alex to the bed.

"Feeling a little aggressive today Kas?" Alex chuckled, as he fell on his to the bed.

"A little? No sir, a lot. Right now, we are not officers in the USA, but a man and a woman who need each other," she said breathlessly, shedding her tunic and skirt, showing lacy white lingerie beneath. She wore white stockings, complete with a garter, a white lace bustier and a white lace thong. Alex's blood pressure ramped up as he took in the sight of her.

"You like, Alex?" asked, giggling as she shimmied and pranced around in her outfit. He nodded wordlessly, eager to have Kasumi right now. But he found his hands slapped away as he reached to her and growled softly.

"None of that, mister. At this moment, I am the one in control and you have only one job to do. Eat me!" she said as she climbed atop her man and sat on his face. More than happy to satisfy his lady, Alex dug his hands into her fleshy ass and drove his mouth into her womanhood. Though her underwear still covered it, he shifted the fabric aside so he could gain easier access.

Kasumi moaned in satisfaction as she felt his tongue on her nethers, lapping at her folds. Alex wasted no time and went straight to her slit, his organ probing up and down her opening. Kas cooed at the sensation, enjoying what he was doing to her as her breath began to race. She could feel the rise of her endorphins, signaling the start of the climb to her peak.

Kasumi knew that she'd reach it soon and wanted it to happen now, but another idea crossed her mind. She stood up, breaking contact with her lover, but only doing it so she could lose the thing and turn around, giving him much better access to her depths. He growled in approval as she lowered her pussy back down to his face and latched his mouth to her steaming core, making Kas squirm once again.

While Alex was busy making her writhe, Kasumi leaned forward and undid Alex's pants, fishing out his cock. It was hard as steel when she grabbed it, which made her smile. He obviously found this to be a major turn on as he serviced her, which made her shudder in delight. Smiling, she lowered her head to the angry red organ, using her mouth to give it some comfort.

Alex groaned at the feel of her mouth engulfing his man meat. The slick touch of her tongue made him feel like he was in heaven and could burst at any moment. Kas knew that if she wasn't careful, she'd make him blow, and she didn't want that. At least, not yet. Not until she was finished with him, making him ready for the things to come after.

"That's it, eat my cunt! Oooooooh yeah, bury that tongue deep inside me!" she crooned, twerking her ass slightly, encouraging her man. She felt his hands on her ass again, squeezing her pliable cheeks as he pushed his face further into her slit. She jittered as she felt his tongue hit a few points on her insides, drawing much closer to orgasm. Not wanting to be outdone, Kas took his cock back into her mouth, sucking him hard.

Try as she might, Kasumi was not escaping the sudden rush that overwhelmed her, feeling it rise. She tried to disengage from Alex's dick, but wound up screaming her peak while she took the whole thing down her throat. She quickly pulled it from her mouth, sucking fresh air into her lungs as she fought to control her breathing. She moaned loudly, letting the successive waves of pleasure roll through her.

"Looks like someone enjoyed herself," Alex grinned as his face glistened with moisture.

"Gnnnnnn! Enough tongue play! My pussy requires hard dick!" she growled as she shifted positions atop Alex, lining her dripping core with his steely dick. It took her a few seconds, but using her right hand, she lined it up and pressed her hips down. Kasumi cried out softly as she impaled herself on Alex's cock, stuffing her quim full. She pushed until she felt his dick bottom out in her snug channel, her pussy lips kissing his balls.

Kas sat there for a minute, getting used to his girth while enjoying the feel of it. Alex took this opportunity to rid himself of his tunic and undershirt, letting Kas enjoy the sight of his bare chest. Enjoy it she did, as her eyes widened at the sight of him like this, her lips curving into a smile. Kas then began rocking back and forth on his cock, slowly stretching herself further.

It wasn't long before she was fully riding her lover, her hips rising and falling, milking his cock for its seed. Kasumi knew that she would get him to cum and cum soon at this rate, as Alex was grunting and groaning, trying to stave off the inevitable. Riding her man so hard also got her riled up, as she could sense the rise within her again. This man turned her on so much that cumming at least twice was a given, if not more!

He moved with her, ramming his cock into Kas as she came down on his pelvis. Though she had intended to be the dominant one, she didn't mind this little bit of initiative. Especially since she would soon reap the rewards of his actions, as another orgasm quaked through her. It hit her hard, juicing her nerves as his cock continued to pump into her, drawing out moan after moan of bliss from the woman.

Kas collapsed into him, leaning atop Alex, catching her breath from the second wave that had rocked her. Before she knew what was happening, Kas found herself being turned over, with Alex taking the dominant spot. She opened her mouth to berate him, but found it covered with two fingers, shushing her. She looked up at him for a moment, but found herself unable to speak, as she was too busy watching him.

Alex had withdrawn his cock from Kasumi's grasping quim and shed the rest of his clothing. Though he'd taken off his tunic and shirt, his pants and drawers remained on. He remedied that quickly, dropping his pants and becoming fully naked for the both of them to enjoy. He looked down as Kas with a cocked eyebrow, looking straight at her heaving melons.

Kasumi looked down as well and smirked before nodding, undoing the bustier she wore. Seconds later, the flimsy cloth fell away from her DDD's letting her man take in the sight of them. He did more than that, as he leaned down over her, taking the nipple from one in his mouth, while his free hand played with the other. Kas moaned at the touch, as she loved having her tits played with like this.

Alex kept sucking and nipping on the one, until it was hard enough to cut glass, before switching to the other. He continued playing with, while he rubbed his still hard cock up and down her slit, teasing her. Kasumi groaned in frustration, wanting to be filled but not wanting to push things, as she was no longer in control. He stopped playing with her tits long enough to slide his dick back into her, stretching her hole once again.

The moment his cock was back within her, it was almost like a switch flipped in Alex and he gripped her by the hips, hard. With no warning, Alex rammed his cock into Kasumi, sawing it in and out of her weeping slit. Kasumi had no words as she was nearly fuck-stunned from the sensations she was feeling. The rough manhandling she was receiving was firing off every nerve she had, lighting them up beyond what she thought possible.

"More..." she begged, eager to please her man.

"More do you want? More you shall have," Alex growled as he kept savaging her pussy with his rock hard tool. He grunted and groaned as he continued to pump his hips, drawing near to his own peak. Kasumi felt it drawing close and got out a few words through her constant sea of moans.

"Cum... on... my... face..." she ground out, hoping that he heard her. Alex did and though he was teetering on the very edge of blowing, her request sent him past the point of no return. He felt his seed spill out of his balls and rocket into his shaft, ready to fill Kas' pussy in a second. He pulled out just as the first shot flew out of him and hit her in the neck.

He aimed his cock, and she took every subsequent shot right on her face. Across her cheeks, her mouth, her chin, she wanted it plastered all over her face. She wanted nothing more than to let Alex know that from this moment on; she belonged to him. Though she was more than halfway to a third peak, she wanted to save it for later.

She scooped up and sucked down his seed from her face and neck, more than willing to show Alex just how kinky she was. He noticed this and smiled at Kasumi, as he plonked down next to her, catching his breath. He lay there, resting as Kas scooted closer to snuggle with him, enjoying the afterglow. After a few minutes, she popped up and pulled Alex up with her, dragging him back to a sitting position.

"Again?" he asked with a chuckle. "Damn it Kas, you are insatiable!"

"I hope you ate your Wheaties this morning, because you're going to need your strength," she giggled, before calling out, "Ladies, it's your turn now!"

Before he could say or do anything, the door to his quarters opened, revealing all five of the Darkstrider women. They were all wearing getups similar to Kasumi's, except for Taal'ani. She was stark naked, but for her fur, which was much shorter than he'd previously seen it, making it short enough to where he could see everything.

Nats' lingerie was an exact copy of Kas', but in an emerald color that glimmered. Inari's outfit was a mixture of crimson leather and lace, a full corset in place of the bustier. Priya's outfit was more of a golden yellow fishnet material, making her look like something between slutty and desirable. Korsa, was in a full black lace corset, stockings and a thong, complete with arm sleeves, the material shimmering in the light.