There’s Always a Sneer in Vegas (4/?)
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Title: There’s Always a Sneer in Vegas (4/?)
Fandom: BTVS; Spike/Xander
Warnings: Slash, AU, Post Apocalyptic, violence, non-con, slavery, tentacles
Rating: NC-17
Summary: It’s been seven years since Angelus killed Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Seven years after Angelus opened a portal to hell on Earth. Humans are food, slaves or on the run. There’s hope only in small band of resistance fighters. However, that’s a hope Xander Harris no longer has. It’s been six months since he was taken in a raid. At first Xander thought he was lucky the demons didn’t know who he was; but then that was before he became property to an Azora demon.
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Previous parts here.
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Spike nuzzled and lapped away at the sweet blood but some nagging thought kept trying to alert him to something. Spike pulled his lips away from Xander and tried to focus. Xander's blood and scent were surrounding him, so was the sound of Xander's breathing. However, it was the sound of Xander's pounding heart that finally commanded Spike's attention.
Bloody hell! Spike thought as he realized Xander's heartbeat was slowing even as it pulsed more of the sweet treat out toward Spike. Spike's demon howled and struggled. Spike wanted it all!
"LORNE!" Spike roared before his need overcame his sense and he once again lowered his head to feast on his sweet, sweet pet.
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Spike alternately lapped ant suckled Xander’s neck. Too good, thrummed through Spike’s brain. Too bloody good.
Hands suddenly tugged at Spike. Spike snarled but didn’t release his hold. Someone screamed his name and hands jerked him back.
MINE, Spike’s demon roared. MINE! MINE! MINE FUCKIN’ MINE!
Spike spun around in full fury and attacked.
“SPIKE!” Lorne sputter as the angry vampire grabbed the Pylean demon around the neck and slammed him against the window.
Bodies pushed in beside Xander.
“My lord,” voices cried to Spike.
Spike snarled and looked back at his pet. Two robed figures hover over Xander’s body. Thery weren’t touching him. They bowed to Spike.
“My lord, may we? The figures asked.
“Spike,” Lorne gasped, “The healers…Xander….”
“Lord,“ the figures said again.
Spike shook his head and let go of Lorne.
“He doesn’t have much time, lem…Lord,” said Lorne.
Spike focused on Lorne for a moment before looking at the figures and growling, “ Do it, but I want the scars!”
Immediately the figures turned Xander’s body on his side so they had clear access to the gaping wounds on his neck. The figures doused the wounds liberally with a thick yellow powder and then began to chant in unison.
The air around Xander began to hum which increased as the chanting grew louder. Spike stepped back from Xander and the healers as he felt the air charge with power. Lorne put a hand on Spike’s shoulder.
The chanting grew louder until it felt like the sound was almost another living presence in the room. There was a flash and the smell of ozone. Flames sparked and flared to life and danced across the yellow powder. The figures began to soften their chanting. As the chanting grew quieter the flames grew fainter. When the chanting died so did the flames.
“How is he?” Spike snarled when the room was quiet.
The figures leaned over Xander. They touched gloved fingers where the wounds on Xander neck had been. In their place were pink puffy scars of two over lapping bites.
“He lives,” intoned the healers.
Spike waved his hand and the healers backed away from their charge. Spike bent down and gently picked Xander up. The smell, the weight and the warmth of the living body in his arms soothed Spike.
Mine, the demon purred as Spike carried Xander into the suite’s bedroom. Lorne quickly followed.
Once again the lure of Xander’s scent was too strong and Spike began licking and sucking at the nipple blood had painted. The unconscious man in Spike’s arms groaned.
Lorne quickly turned down the bed.
“Spike,” Lorne said softly, “he needs rest."
Spike laved Xander’s nipple again then trailed his hungry tongue over the rest of the skin where Xander’s blood had flowed. Spike fought the urge to sink his teeth into Xander belly and bath his face in the sweet blood.
“Lemon drop,” Lorne said, “He’s yours. Your…Pet. He needs rest.”
Spike looked up at Lorne. Gold eyes clashed with red for a moment then Spike looked down at Xander. As quickly as Spike had slipped into his demon visage, he slipped out of it. Carefully Spike set Xander down on the bed, then pulled the covers up to Xander’s neck. Spike looked at Lorne.
“Bloody hell that was close!” Spike whispered.
“Tell me about it grumpy crumpet,” Lorne said as he rubbed his sore neck. “No more Pets for you.”
Spike moved away from the bed and said, “I need a drink.”
Lorne nodded then headed for the door. Spike followed and shut the door quietly behind him.
The healers were still in the outer room. They were kneeling on the floor waiting for further orders.
“You did well,” Spike said to the figures. “Go and claim what you want from the blue stables.”
Lorne winced and the healers rose. They bowed to Spike then left. Spike looked at Lorne. Lorne frowned at Spike.
“I gave from the blue stable,” Spike said defensively.
“And when they’re done what’s left will be ready for the red stable,” Lorne sighed. “But then I guess you’ll be needing replacements as you’re already down one.”
“For which I’m glad,” Spike said as he made his way to the bar to pour two whiskeys. “If I hadn’t dined, and dined fully, Xander wouldn’t have made it tonight.”
Lorne sighed again. This wasn’t an argument he wanted to have.
“So what happened?” Lorne asked changing the subject from the stables.
“Must be some diet the Azoras feed their bottles,” Spike said as he handed Lorne a drink. “Xander’s blood was rich, healthy, and flavorful.”
“You know I didn’t need to hear that while trying to enjoy a drink,” Lorne said.
“Sorry,” Spike grinned.
“No you’re not,” Lorne replied. “Continue.”
“Well let’s just say, I know why Xander was Vr’xkl’s favorite bottle,” Spike said.
“This going to be a problem?” Lorne asked as he sipped his drink.
Spike shook his head, “I think once whatever ‘enhancers’ the Azora fed him have worked their way out of Xander’s system, his blood won’t be so ‘intoxicating.”
“Are you sure?” Lorne asked. “Cuz if we have to go through tonight’s theatrics every night we might as well be selling tickets. The snarling master vampire losing it over his newly acquired Pet….”
“OK!” Spike growled. “You warned me.”
“I prefer, ‘I told you so.’”
“Don’t push it, green bean,” Spike warned.
“You’re just jealous. I have more pizzazz then you,” Lorne chided.
“That’ll be the bloody day.”
“Most days around you are bloody.”
Spike shot Lorne a look and then laughed. “Can’t argue with that.”
“You could,” Lorne smiled, “but instead you are going to explain to me again why you had to start in on Xander tonight.”
Spike sighed. “The sooner he’s my Pet, the sooner I can Claim him.”
“Claim? As in claim with the capital 'C?'” Lorne asked.
“That was the plan,” Spike said. “Still hasn’t changed. Even less chance of it now.”
“You really think you can convin….”
“I’ll find a way,” Spike growled.
“In the mean time?” Lorne asked.
“He’s my Pet. The scars prove it,” Spike said.
“You know it’s not that easy,” Lorne scoffed. “Demon clientele. Remember?”
“I’ll take care of the other,” Spike said.
“After what Xander’s been through with the Azora, you think that’s gonna help convince him?”
“I’ll take care of it,” Spike said again and finished his drink.
“Spike, lemon drop, are you sure about this?”
Spike looked at Lorne and sighed. “Even if he wasn’t important to my plans I’d be tempted.”
“Why?”
“Cuz, after tossing him off and tasting his blood? Gotta say he’s what most demons want. He’s the kind of human you want to shag silly or feast on nosily…maybe even at the same time.”
“OK, TMI,” Lorne said.
Spike laughed. “You sure you’re a demon, green bean?”
“Hey,” Lorne sputtered, “no reason to be rude.”
Spike laughed then set his glass back down on the bar before moving back towards the big leather chair. Spike sat down.
“I still don’t see why you had to mark him tonight,” Lorne said softly.
“I need him out in public as soon as possible,” Spike said.
“Why?”
Spike arched an eyebrow.
“Spike…”
“Look, the more public his status as my Pet, the harder it will be for Angelus to take him away with out provocation and it will be more convincing when I Claim him.”
“If you can Claim him,” Lorne tried to counter.
“No,” Spike growled, “when I Claim him.”
Lorne sighed. “You’re still not telling me everything.”
“Do I ever?”
“Not until you need me to help bail you out,” Lorne answered.
Spike snorted. Lorne smiled.
“So what’s next in your master plan Master Spike,” Lorne asked.
“First thing tomorrow I want the appropriate staff needed to help Xander get ready for his public debut as my Pet,” Spike said then added,”also, find me a swim coach.”
“A swim coach?” Lorne questioned.
“Yeah. If I remember right Harris swam or something back in school. He’s pale and needing to be outside. Can’t let him walk around but….”
“A swim coach slash body guard can escort him to your private pool and not only get Xander fresh air, exercise, and bronze skin, but it will also get you a sunshine warmed Pet to nestle against,” Lorne said.
“It’s the simple things,” Spike grinned.
“Getting what you need by tomorrow afternoon…you know you are asking for miracles here,” Lorne complained.
“That’s why I’m asking, you,” Spike replied. “Anybody else would fail miserably and I’d have to kill ‘em horribly.”
“Sweet talker, you,” Lorne replied.
Spike laughed.
“So while I’m losing beauty sleep, what will you be doing?” Lorne asked.
“Watching Xander,” Spike said.
“Spike, sweet cheeks, are you sure that’s a….”
“It’ll be OK.” Spike said. “No nibbling, I promise. And believe me, it’ll be less harmful right now then trying to keep me away.”
Lorne nodded, finished his drink the said,” See ya tomorrow.”
Spike nodded.
“I’ll let myself out then,” Lorne said as he put his glass down on the bar before walking to the suite door. Spike watched Lorne leave.
After Lorne left, Spike got up and went into the bedroom. He quietly stripped down and then eased himself into the bed next to Xander.
Xander’s breathing was deep and even. Xander looked paler then before but his heart beat was strong and regular.
Spike sighed then raised the hand he’d used to yank off Xander. Spike stared at the hand for a moment and even in the dark bedroom he could see the red stain of blood.
Spike smiled and brought the hand up close to his face. Spike breathed in deep and smiled. The scent of Xander’s blood and cum still lingered.
“Mine,” Spike whispered and then slipped two fingers in his mouth. He lay back and let his tongue chase the combined flavors of Xander around. Spike nearly moaned. He began to suck on his fingers, trying to draw out every possible taste from the flesh.
Spike fell asleep sucking on his fingers and curled next to Xander.
TBC….
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Date: 2007-05-10 05:03 am (UTC)And since I knew what I was getting into, what with your warnings and all, I think I have to go with the latter. *g*
Seriously, I'm really enjoying this; I generally don't go for the whole BDSM thing (unless it's sub!Spike, that is *g*), but Xander is still very Xandery. And I like how you're getting them out so fast, too.
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Date: 2007-05-10 02:31 pm (UTC)I'm glad you are enjoying this. Especially since it's a little outside your zone (not sub!Spike). Yes, Xander is still Xander. He is hanging on by a thread. You'll begin to see why it's amazing he's held on to himself as long as he had beginning chap 5 (which should be up tonight or tomorrow).
The question is...being Spike's Pet..is that going to help him or just push him over the edge?
sr
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Date: 2007-05-10 05:37 am (UTC)I wonder if Spike will be sucking his fingers still in the morning and what happens if Xander wakes up first *g*
Thank you
Date: 2007-05-10 02:33 pm (UTC)As to Spike's plans? Well you know me...I'll be revealing 'em like a strip tease...one layer at a time. :)
sr
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Date: 2007-05-10 06:25 am (UTC)*LOVES*
Thank you ^_^
You're welcome...
Date: 2007-05-10 02:34 pm (UTC)Glad you like it! Chap 5 up tonight or tomorrow. :)
sr
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Date: 2007-05-10 06:39 am (UTC)LOL - got to sleep and work sometime
Date: 2007-05-10 02:34 pm (UTC)Glad you are enjoying it.
sr
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Date: 2007-05-10 07:29 am (UTC)Oh! I know it's all an Apocalyptic Vegas, but if you need any info on the town...don't be afraid to ask. I once scouted across town for a Gay Cowboy story. *lol*
LOL
Date: 2007-05-10 02:39 pm (UTC)Are you snooping through my notebook? Hmmm... >;)
I might take you up on your knowledge of Vegas. Never been. Was hoping the net would help me with research. Actually I'm afraid to do Vegas. Would love to see the Luxor and the Star Trek exhibit but don't trust myself around the gambling. I know myself to well. *smile*
Gay Cowboys....mmmmm...*sigh* though makes me think Brokeback Mt. *sniff*
sr
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Date: 2007-05-10 07:27 pm (UTC)*lol* I think you asked the same question for BF. :P Nope, I'm just picking up the clues you're laying down. If I haven't addressed it before I think it really adds to the fic. It creates continuity between the chapters and makes it so it's one cohesive piece.
And ask away about Vegas! I'll tell you everything I can. Since I moved there I haven't lost a penny. I'm not a gambler. It seems that's the difference between people who love the town or hate it....whether you gamble your paycheck away. Since I don't, it's an awesome place to live.
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Date: 2007-05-10 08:42 pm (UTC)Thank you. That means a lot. I do try and leave the clues. It's a balancing act to give enough information that folks don't think I'm doing a deus ex machina or just making up something on the fly...but at the same time not revealing everything too soon so that the plot twists are seen a mile away...and yeah..I want it to be so that everything remains consistent. That's important to me.
Well...ask anything about Vegas? Ok...I'm assuming that it does get cool at night because basically it's the desert. Is that correct? Also, how warm does it get during the day. Is it comfortable to be outside for long or is there too much sun and heat? Are all pools of the hotel/casinos at ground level? Do they have any that are outside but on upper floors? Like for private suites are anything? Would that be out of place in Vegas?
Hope that wasn't too many questions. :)
sr
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Date: 2007-05-10 09:26 pm (UTC)Nope, not too many at all. It does get cooler at night but it all depends on the season. Even though it's in the desert we still have seasons. In the winter it gets cold. So cold that it snows once a year. As in one night. *lol* Usually in January. I went out and watched it snow this past Jan. Hell, I even took video. *bg* It melts pretty soon after, before anyone wakes up, but it's a great sight.
So again how warm it gets depends on what season. The winter can get up to 75 or 80 on a warm day or stay down around 35 or 45. The summer....everyone melts. *lol* But it isn't humid so that's good. It's just hot. As a reaction to this all the hotels are freezing cause the AC is set so low. On a hot day in summer it can get 110 to 120, a cool night during summer maybe the lowest would be 50 to 65. A warm night would be 80 to 90.
It isn't really comfortable to be outside for very long during summer on very hot days. People just get from their car to where they are going for the most part. But on cool days during summer it's not so bad. One week will be really, really hot and the next won't be as bad. It all depends.
Not all pools are on ground level. Most of the pools are outside though some like the new Palms Tower has pools in the rooms....I shit you not! You can see them from the street as they hang over a bit out of the building. Now that it's in use it's harder to see but before when all the lights were on it looked really cool. The Wynn also has pools in the rooms and on top of the casino (according to Hubby). I know for a fact that the old Aladdin which is now changing over to be called Planet Hollywood has outside pools on the 3rd or 4th floor. I think the Luxor has a smaller 2nd floor pool. Mandalay Bay has a beach. The Rio has a rocky paradise, the Hard Rock's pool is shaped like a guitar. If you can think it up, it can be built.
Private suites in town are insane! They have everything you could think of. And yes, pools would be one of the things they offer. For 10,000 dollars at night for a Sky Loft in the MGM.....oh yeah, they offer it all.
Nothing is out of place in Vegas. If you've got the cash, they can get it for you. One of the newer casinos, South Point, which broke off of the Coast Casino conglomerate, is having it's own exit off the freeway built! They are paying for the city to build it so they can have access off the freeway since they are so far south of the exits currently off the strip. The casinos own the town, so if they have the money, they can get whatever they want.
Hope that answered your questions...the pools thing kinda threw me cause I had to think about it for a sec. I don't usually go to the rooms so I'm not sure which hotel has what. But yeah, if you can think it up, it wouldn't be out of place in Vegas. *lol*
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Date: 2007-05-10 10:20 pm (UTC)I'll probably be asking you more questions about the strip later. Have to let my muse ..muse one what she wants to accomplish and then I'll come up with a list of questions.
sr
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Date: 2007-05-11 02:51 am (UTC)no subject
Date: 2007-05-10 11:17 am (UTC)I can just taste that there's so much more coming up in this story. And, it never hurts to have a possessive Spike.
Thanks so much for this story!
LOL
Date: 2007-05-10 02:40 pm (UTC)Yep...more to the story. Glad you like. Chap 5 should be up tonight or tomorrow.
sr
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Date: 2007-05-10 05:06 pm (UTC)Can't wait for "sleeping handsome" to wake up so the games can begin *g*.
Shakatany
thank you
Date: 2007-05-10 10:22 pm (UTC)sr
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Date: 2007-05-10 08:44 pm (UTC)thanks
Date: 2007-05-10 10:23 pm (UTC)chap 5 is written. Just have to type it up now and post.
sr
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Date: 2007-05-10 09:45 pm (UTC)You and savoy_truffle have had me playing hooky from writing on my own fic. LOL. But heck I have to feed my fic addiction too. Sigh. if I go too long without a Spader fic, I start showing awful withdrawal symptoms. *snerk*
LOL - Thank you
Date: 2007-05-10 10:24 pm (UTC)sr
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Date: 2007-05-11 12:08 am (UTC)thank you
Date: 2007-05-11 05:21 pm (UTC)Glad to make yer day.
And yeah...Spike cute in a sick sorta way. :)
sr
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Date: 2007-05-11 05:22 am (UTC)Spike has a plan this may not be good.
thank you
Date: 2007-05-11 05:27 pm (UTC)Yep...Spike has a plan. Again, Poor Xan.
sr
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Date: 2007-05-12 02:00 pm (UTC)I really like that you've got Spike appearing really demonic - revelling in the blood, wanting to feast on flesh. Then he's all wanting to cuddle up with a sun warmed pet. It makes Xander's position even more precarious having such a bi-polar vamp for a master.
You've probably gathered that I'm thoroughly enjoying this - but just in case I didn't make it clear. This is bloody brilliant, love - as Spike would say!
s x
LOL thank you
Date: 2007-05-13 05:10 pm (UTC)Yeah....Spike is a bit bi-polar.
sr
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Date: 2007-05-13 06:44 am (UTC)The quick fire conversation between Spike and Lorne was great. And they obviously have a good relationship, with the mutual nick names.
Great chapter. And there is more to read, already. *goes off to do that*
thank you
Date: 2007-05-13 05:11 pm (UTC)sr
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Date: 2007-05-26 04:23 am (UTC)thank you
Date: 2007-05-26 02:26 pm (UTC)I do like writing Lorne and Spike. They are a lot of fun. :)
sr
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