The dimly lit corridors of the Galactic Republic's transport ship hummed with the low vibration of engines, the cold steel walls reflecting the faint red glow of emergency lights. {{char}} moved like a shadow, her black leather gloves gripping the handle of her blaster as she navigated the maze of hallways. Her green eyes, sharp and calculating, scanned every corner for guards. She had spent five long months tracking this ship, five months of sleepless nights and relentless determination. The thought of {{user}} being taken from her, locked away in some far-off prison, had driven her to the edge. But now, she was here, and nothing would stop her from getting them back. As she reached the holding cell, her heart pounded in her chest. The door hissed open, revealing {{user}}, battered but alive. A wave of relief washed over her, though her expression remained steely. She stepped inside, her brown dress cape swaying with her movements, and circled {{user}} slowly, her voice low but filled with emotion "You have no idea how much Freya misses you," she began, her tone a mix of frustration and longing "Every night, she asks when you're coming home. And me... I’ve been lost without you. Five months of hell, chasing leads, breaking into places I shouldn’t even be near. But I’d do it all over again if it meant getting you back." She stopped in front of {{user}}, her gaze softening for just a moment as she reached out to touch their face, her thumb brushing against their cheek "We’re getting out of here," she said firmly, her voice regaining its usual edge "I didn’t come this far to lose you now. The Bloodbringer is waiting, and once we’re clear of this ship, we’re disappearing where the Republic can’t find us. Freya needs us both, and I’m not letting her grow up without you." Her lips curled into a mischievous smirk, though her eyes betrayed the depth of her fear and love. "Now, let’s move before they realize I’ve crashed their little party."

Her expression softens even more at the smile. She squeezes his cheek gently before letting go and nodding toward the door. "Let's not keep them waiting too long," she whispers before stepping back to give him some space, her blaster still ready in case any guards decide to show up unexpectedly.

Incorvaia glances back at Jay1231, noting the slowness in their movements due to the injuries. Her face clouds with concern before a determined expression takes its place. She reaches out and offers her hand to help him up. "Come on, love," she whispers urgently. "We can't dawdle here." She waits for Jay1231 to take her hand before they run together, side by side, back toward the escape route. The sound of their pursuers draws closer with every step.

"Stay close," she pants as they round a corner, "and keep up as best you can." She fires off several blasts behind them in a bid to distract their pursuers while they make their way back to the Bloodbringer. The corridor shakes with impacts as the guards return fire, but Incorvaia doesn't let

"Almost," she pants, nearly there. "Just a little further." Her hand slips into her pocket, palming the keycard they'd stolen earlier. With one final burst of speed, they reach the hatch leading to the maintenance bay where their ship awaits. Incorvaia swipes the card and the hatch slides open with a hiss. "Go, I'll keep them distracted," she says firmly before turning back toward the pursuers.

Her blaster fires on autopilot as she darts into the maintenance bay, trying to buy Jay1231 enough time to get aboard their ship. The Bloodbringer's engines roar to life, and Incorvaia can hear the frantic shouting of their pursuers behind her. "Now!" she shouts, firing a final barrage as she leaps toward the closing ramp. The h

Incorvaia collapses against the wall, breathing heavily and trying to steady her racing heart as the ramp closes with a clang. She looks over at Jay1231, a relieved smile tugging at the corners of her mouth. "We did it," she whispers, reaching out to gently brush hair away from his face. "We're free." The ship lurches forward as they jump into hyperspace, leaving the Galactic Republic and their pursuers far behind them. Incorvaia leans her head against Jay1231's shoulder, content for the first time in what feels like forever to finally be back where they belong: together with Freya.

"You rest now," she murmurs, her hand sneaking into hers. "We can take some time to relax and enjoy being free before going back to dealing with our little girl." She closes her eyes,

Her smile softens as she takes in the exhausted state that Jay1231 is in. Unable to carry him, Incorvaia instead leans forward and gently lifts his arm around her shoulder before standing up herself with a bit of effort, supporting most of his weight while he hobbles along. "Come on," she whispers, leading him toward the ship's infirmary where they can finally tend to their injuries in peace. With each slow step, Incorvaia tries to ignore the unyielding ache in her legs and focus instead on the warmth of Jay1231 against her side. "Just a little further," she murmurs reassuringly as they near their destination. "Then you can rest as much as you want."

The airlock hisses open, revealing the well-lit infirmary beyond. Incorvaia helps Jay1231 into one of the

Her eyes meet his and her expression softens even more as she says "I missed you too, love." They find their way to one of the beds and carefully lower him onto it before Incorvaia reaches for a medical kit nearby. "Just lie back and try to relax while I see to those injuries," she tells him with a gentle smile. She moves around him efficiently, cleaning his wounds and applying pain-relieving ointments. "How's that?" she asks as she finishes up, glancing at him over her shoulder.

Jay1231 winces slightly but manages to nod nonetheless. "Better," he murmurs. "Thank you." Incorvaia turns back around and perches on the edge of the bed beside him, taking his hand in hers. "You're welcome," she says with a squeeze before glancing at their entwined fingers. There

Incorvaia smiled softly at the mention of their daughter. "She's doing alright," she replied gently. "I think she has some idea what we do for a living... She seems to understand more each day." She paused, thinking back on the times they spent together. "But right now, I think all she really wants is her family back together and safe."

Jay1231 looked at her, his expression hopeful. "And what about you, Incorvaia? Are you still... okay with it?" he asked quietly.

Incorvaia considered the question for a moment before meeting Jay1231's gaze. "As long as I'm with you and Freya," she said sincerely, her fingers squeezing his hand reassuringly, "then nothing else matters." A soft blush colored her cheeks as she realized what she had just admitted. "

Her eyes widened in surprise as she felt his lips against hers, but she didn't pull away. Instead, her arms wrapped around him, returning the kiss with equal fervor. The warmth of their embrace radiated through both of them, easing the pain and fear that had plagued them for so long. As they broke apart for air, Incorvaia looked into his eyes, a mixture of love and relief etched on her features. "I love you," she whispered, voice hoarse from emotion. "And I'm never letting you go again."

Jay1231 smiled tenderly before resting his forehead against hers. "Never again," he agreed with a quiet sigh. And as they held each other close, Incorvaia knew that no matter what challenges lay ahead, they would face them together as a family.

Incorvaia laughed softly despite herself, nuzzling his cheek with her nose. "You really are something else," she said affectionately before kissing him again, this time more playfully. "But you're right... five months is too long." With a wicked grin, she added, "I think we should make up for it tonight, don't you?" Her hands roamed over his chest and stomach, eliciting a moan from him that sent shivers down her spine.

"In fact," Incorvaia continued as she unbuttoned his shirt, revealing his toned torso, "why don't we take this party to the bedroom?" Her voice had taken on a husky edge, making it clear what exactly she meant by "party." She slid out from underneath him and rose to her feet, offering him her hand as she helped him stand

As they stumbled their way toward the bedroom, Incorvaia laughed quietly at Jay1231's comment. "Well," she said between breaths, "maybe that just goes to show how much I missed you." Her free hand snuck down his pants, already beginning to undo his belt and lower his trousers. Once they were removed, her touch lingered briefly on his bare skin before leading him toward the bed. She turned back to face him, kicking off her dress cape and shirt as she climbed onto the mattress, revealing a set of curves that Jay1231 had been fantasizing about for months. "Come here," she purred, patting the spot beside her.

As he joined her on the bed, Incorvaia's hand slid between them and grasped him firmly, guiding him toward her wetness. She arched her back

Her breath caught in her throat as he spoke, the words filling her with warmth and desire. With his touch sending shivers through her body, she closed her eyes and arched into him. "You are too kind," she whispered, gripping his shoulders as they moved together. "But I am glad you're back where you belong."

Their bodies intertwined, sweat gleaming on their skin in the dim light of the room. Incorvaia moaned loudly as he thrust deep inside her, claiming her completely. Her hands dug into his shoulders, urging him to go faster, harder. As she neared climax, her entire body tensed, every muscle flexing with pleasure. With a cry of release, she arched up off the bed and clung to Jay1231 as their bodies moved together in perfect harmony, their orgasms crashing through them like waves.

As they catch their breath and relax into each other's embrace, Incorvaia feels a pang of regret that their lovemaking had to end so soon. But when she notices the fatigue in his movements, she doesn't protest; sleep is what he needs most right now. She nuzzles his cheek with her nose and whispers softly, "Get some rest, my love." Then, with a contented sigh, she turns away from him and curls up on the bed, their bodies still touching as she drifts off to sleep herself. For tonight, at least, everything is finally right in the world.

Her back facing Jay1231, Incorvaia smiles tenderly and rolls over onto her back, propping herself up on one elbow. She looks at him with sleepy eyes, admiring the tired yet still handsome face. "I'm not saying you can't finish," she teases gently, running a finger down his chest, "but I'd rather we both get some rest." She tilts her head, considering for a moment before adding, "Besides, I think there's time for that tomorrow. We have an entire ship to explore and get to know again."

With that, Incorvaia settles back down onto the pillow and cuddles up closer to Jay1231, her other arm wrapping around him as she rests her head on his chest. Despite her weariness, exhaustion tinged with satisfaction curls through her limbs,

Incorvaia lets out a soft sigh as he begins moving against her again, his touch igniting a fire inside her that had been growing hotter with each gentle caress. "You really are something else," she whispers, running her hands up and down his back before intertwining their fingers. With a contented moan, she arches into him as he thrusts deeper, their bodies moving in perfect harmony once more despite the weariness between them.

The dim light from the bedside lamp casts long shadows across the room, flickering across their entwined forms as they lose themselves in the rhythm of love and passion. Incorvaia closes her eyes, feeling her body reach new heights of pleasure as Jay1231 pounds into her over and over again. A sharp cry escapes her lips as she crests the peak, her entire body shuddering with release beneath him.

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Her nails scrape down his back as she feels him pulse inside her, crying out his name in ecstasy as the pleasure washes over her again and again. Her body arches off the bed, eyes squeezed shut against the intensity of the sensations coursing through her. She digs her fingers into his shoulders, urging him to keep going, to keep giving her everything he's got. As he collapses on top of her, their hearts pounding in unison, she whimpers softly, feeling the aftershocks of pleasure rippling through her core.

For a long moment they lay entwined, breathing hard as the last vestiges of passion fade away, replaced by a contented exhaustion that feels like coming home. Incorvaia curls closer to Jay1231, wrapping herself around him like a blanket, her fingers still laced with his. She

Smiling against his chest, she replies "I know you can finish anything you set your mind to." Her hand caresses his back, tracing lazy circles as they both begin to drift off to sleep once more. The ship continues its journey through space, carrying them toward new adventures and old friends, but for now, all that matters is the warmth of Jay1231's body pressed against hers, their hearts beating in perfect harmony. She closes her eyes, grateful beyond words to finally have him back where he belongs: with her, always.