Page 181 of Knot Their Fated M.U.S.E

The knot finally begins subsiding after what feels like an eternity of environmental warnings and structural threats.

My cock slides free with reluctant ease, the separation creating immediate sense of loss that territorial instincts protest despite tactical necessity.

Jinx attempts to stand, only to have her legs buckle with visible weakness. She catches herself against the polymer tree with obvious frustration, silver-green eyes flashing with irritation at physical betrayal.

"My legs are jelly because of you," she grumbles with characteristic directness that fails to mask underlying satisfaction despite current inconvenience.

The complaint carries more pride than genuine frustration.

Her attempt at tactical coordination proves amusing given the obvious physical evidence of thorough satisfaction and comprehensive claiming. Enhanced Omega recovery typically restores function rapidly, yet the intensity of our claiming apparently exceeded normal parameters.

"You should be proud that your Alpha can do that to you," I counter with satisfaction that acknowledges successfulterritorial claiming while expressing appreciation for her response patterns.

The designation proves deliberate—recognition of pack hierarchy and mutual claiming that transcends simple sexual engagement.

Her expression shifts toward something approaching indignation at my presumption, though the flush spreading across her cheeks suggests arousal rather than genuine offense at territorial assertion.

Before our banter can develop further, her posture shifts with sudden attention that speaks to external communication rather than environmental awareness.

"The entire level is crumbling," she states with conviction that carries information beyond immediate observation, gaze focusing on something beyond visible range.

The specificity suggests communication source rather than tactical assessment.

Her certainty regarding structural integrity extends beyond what visual confirmation or atmospheric evidence might provide, knowledge that transcends immediate sensory input to encompass comprehensive situational awareness.

"Maverick says we have maybe three minutes before complete collapse," she continues with growing urgency that acknowledges time limitations and tactical pressure.

Maverick.

The name triggers immediate recognition of previous references to electronic communication and technological assistance.

An eyebrow arches as understanding crystallizes regarding the source of her apparent conversation with invisible presence. Not mental instability or psychological breakdown, but technological communication through means that transcend normal parameters.

"You have a transmitter where someone speaks to you," I observe with clinical assessment that acknowledges practical reality rather than expressing judgment regarding technological assistance or external guidance.

Her defensive response proves immediate and comprehensive.

"So I'm not crazy or anything," she explains with rapid-fire delivery that suggests previous challenges to mental stability or rational assessment. "Well, kinda, but anyway?—"

The admission carries humor beneath defensive justification.

Understanding that enhanced subjects often face questions regarding psychological stability when describing experiences that transcend normal human parameters or technological capability.

I remain silent for long moment, processing implications and tactical considerations.

External communication provides strategic advantage despite potential security complications or institutional monitoring. The guidance has apparently proven valuable throughout her navigation attempts, suggesting reliable intelligence rather than simple technological novelty.

After comprehensive consideration, tactical assessment reaches obvious conclusion.

"Okay," I state with characteristic directness that acknowledges practical reality without unnecessary emotional response or territorial challenge.

Her turn to stare with obvious surprise at my casual acceptance.

"Why aren't you freaking out like Riot and Sable?" she questions with genuine curiosity that suggests previous negative responses to similar revelations.

The comparison proves interesting regarding pack dynamics and individual response patterns.

Territorial Alphas typically react with suspicion or challenge when external influences affect pack member decision-making or tactical guidance. The fact that both previous encounters resulted in negative responses speaks to protective instincts rather than rational assessment.

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