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Nalan’Elin, Herald of Justice, studied the man before him. Szeth-son-Neturo stood with his head respectfully bowed, waiting quietly. Szeth was truly unique. Nale was not a man easily surprised, but Szeth’s constant dedication and unwavering drive for perfection had surprised and impressed him. Szeth truly was a perfect fit for the Skybreakers. There was only one more test he needed to pass before Nale would bring him fully into the order.
Ishar had presented the idea when Nale had last sought his guidance. You must know the full extent of his dedication, Ishar had said. How far will he follow his oaths and convictions? If he wavers in the end, he could become a tool of the enemy. If he remains firm, however, he will be truly worthy. It was time to see how Szeth would perform in the test Nale and Ishar had devised.
“Before you can truly join the Skybreakers, Szeth-son-Neturo,” Nale said, “there is one more test you must pass.”
“Test, aboshi?” Szeth asked, looking up. “What do you mean?”
“This is a test of your dedication,” Nale said, reaching for the fastenings of his trousers. “You will prove how far your sworn oath truly reaches.” Nale undid his belt and pushed his trousers past his hips. He drew himself out and began stroking his length.
Szeth’s eyes darted down, then he met Nale’s gaze again. “Is this a test of my...abilities?” he asked.
“In part,” Nale answered, still coaxing himself to hardness. “That is only the secondary aspect. Your primary objective is to show the true extent of your focus and obedience, even in the midst of...” Nale’s breath hitched ever so slightly as his erection filled out in his hand, “...passion.”
Szeth stepped closer. “If I pass this test, I will join the Skybreakers?”
“Yes,” Nale said. “You will receive training, and be shown the ways of justice.”
Szeth nodded. “I will do it.”
He did not hesitate, Nale thought. That was a promising sign. “Use your mouth to pleasure me,” he ordered Szeth. “You may touch yourself if you wish, but do not finish.”
“Yes, aboshi,” Szeth said. He took another step, then sank to his knees before Nale. He leaned forward, and Nale removed his hand from his straining erection.
Nale watched as Szeth began. He took the tip of Nale’s erection into his mouth, moving with careful precision. Szeth’s mouth was hot and wet, and he sucked lightly as he pulled back. He began bobbing his head, progressively taking Nale deeper. A slow heat began building in Nale’s core.
Szeth met Nale’s eyes as he pulled back again, and Nale could read his determination. Szeth had fully dedicated himself to this test. Nale could see it in Szeth’s expression, hear it in the timing of his short breaths, and feel it in the tireless pace Szeth set as he repeatedly took Nale deep into his mouth. Szeth did not break Nale’s gaze as he continued.
Nale noticed Szeth shift slightly, and watched as he began touching himself. Szeth made a soft, subvocalized sound, but did not break the rhythm of his bobbing head.
The heat in Nale’s core gradually grew in intensity, and he felt himself throb in Szeth’s mouth. Szeth took him even deeper, and Nale allowed the building sensation to reach its crest. He shuddered once as he spilled down Szeth’s throat. He felt Szeth swallow around him. When Nale was finished, Szeth pulled back completely and stood.
Nale pulled up his trousers and redid his belt. “You performed well, Szeth-son-Neturo,” he said.
Szeth coughed slightly. “Thank you, aboshi,” he said, his voice hoarse. “Did I...pass the test?”
Nale glanced down, noting the evidence of Szeth’s dedication. Szeth had done as commanded, and had not finished. “You did. You have proven that you are truly dedicated and worthy of the Skybreakers.””
Szeth shifted in place slightly, bowing his head. Nale recognized that he was attempting to collect himself. “Thank you,” he said again. “I will accept the training I am given.”
“Good,” Nale said. He turned and left Szeth to his own devices.