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Nova let out a whine, as she hid her face in her pillow. Early morning light was pouring in from the window, a clear sign it was time to wake up. She buried her face only to realize a few things. One her pillow smelled of dark chocolate and rum, which was Kid’s scent. His scent clung to every piece of clothing, to the bed, the pillows and to crewmates. Her pillow was oddly moving up and down, and third there was heavy weight on her back. Slowly she opened her eyes to see where she was. At some point during the night she had rolled over or been pulled over, but was now laying on top of Kids chest. His good arm was keeping her pinned in place.
She couldn't figure out how this kept happening. Every night for the past year she would wake up, on Kids chest, clinging to Killer, or finding herself on top of Killer. The alpha’s scent would often dominate her softer omega scent of lavender and vanilla. It also didn't help that the alphas chose to go shirtless for bed. That didn't shock her, why would they wear a shirt to bed? At least she learned not to blush after the fourth time this happened. That was a small miracle.
Letting out a yawn, she attempted to wiggle out of his hold. She needed to get ready for the day, check in with Killer. He had been on night watch last night. She needed to touch base, find out what chores needed to get done, and make sure the girls were ready for the clothing swap. A necessary evil to keep what they liked and to sell the rest. Most of the clothing they stole from ships or islands were sold. She was also hungry and in need of a shower.
“Where do you think you're going, thistle?” Kid asks. His voice was rough from sleep. As soft blue eyes met red eyes. Nova leaned up and kissed him on the lips, as she sighs.
“So what's today's excuse?” She asks him.
“You were having a nightmare.” He lightly teases, with a smirk.
Nova puffed up her checks. “I was not.” She did however choose to lay back down. Kid tucked her head under his chin. She let out a soft purr in response.
“Oh you were. You smelled of distress.” Kid tells her. That made sense, an omega in distress was not a pleasant smell. Coupled with being on a pirate ship full of alphas it was not good.
“Sorry.” She whispers. She let out a soft purr. Kid didn't respond, but did loosen his grip slightly. She nodded as she sat up. “Alright time to get up.”
Nova let out yelp as she pulled right back down. “Who says we need to get up? We can stay like a little while longer.”
Nova gave him a pointed look. “Killer. If we're not up soon, he will come in here and drag us out.” She bluntly tells him. Kid scowled as he let go of Nova. She hurriedly grabbed her clothes,
“Morning, Killer.” Nova greets from the doorway. Kid could smell Killer, without having to see him. His scent of rum and lime filled the room. The alphas scent was a scent of comfort to Kid. Friends since childhood after all.
“Morning, sunshine.” Kid knew that Nova gave Killer a quick kiss before calling out to him.
“Wow, it's almost like I'm a psychic.” She dryly tells Kid who in turn rolled his eyes at her. He just smirked, as he followed after Nova.
Thankfully when they got back, Killer was asleep. Nova made sure he was comfortable before leaving with Kid. She would check on him later.
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Breakfast was loud but quick. Nova and Kid were the last to join, but no one seemed to care. Nova was asked to help with the weekly deep clean for the infirmary. She didn't mind helping with that. Kid left to get his own tasks and duties done. There was always work to be done. The morning passed slowly, as the heat and humidity slowly started to get worse. By afternoon it was hot enough to be dropping layers.
By that time, Nova was done with the cleaning, sorting and helping to move inventory back to the infirmary. She also helped make a list of what they would need on there next supply run. It was blissfully not much. Lunch was a simple stew, with bread. Nova grabbed two servings, and drinks.
“Fuck it's hot.” Someone groans. Nova raised an eyebrow. That would explain why people were missing layers.
“Dive! Put your shirt back on.”
“It's so hot out.”
“If you're hot, go down blew, and help with taking inventory or just find a spot to relax.”
“Fine, I will. Oh hey, Nova.” Dive greets cheerfully. The youngest of the crew headed for the galley to grab some food.
“The rest of you back to work.” Kid orders. Nova didn't say anything as she went to the cabin. Kid would get his own meal soon. She blew a kiss up to the main deck.
Killer was awake when Nova arrived at the cabin. Or he was just waking up. She placed the tray down on the bedside table, before joining him in bed. The blonde alpha was sitting up and stretching his arms, cracking his shoulders and back. She hugged from behind as she let out a happy purr, Killer responded with a deep rumble.
“Did you sleep well?” She asks.
“Well enough. I can't sleep the whole day away.”
Nova nodded her head, as she reached and handed Killer his food. “Nope. Kids on night watch tonight, so that means it's just us.”
“Exactly why I can't sleep the whole day away. I want to enjoy tonight.”
“Before I forget. You haven't missed much of anything, besides it getting hot out. The weekly deep clean is done, the infantry inventory is also done. Wire is working on storage after lunch. Dive tried to go topless, Kid put an end to that.”
“Huh alright. So nothing eventful.”
“No. I mean half the crew is walking around topless due to the heat. How is that any different from a normal day?”
“No, you're right. I'll go see if Kid needs anything once we're done. What about you?”
“Helping in the galley next. My second deep clean of the day.”
“Good and thank you for that. My treat next time we go ashore.”
“As you wish, Killer.” She says with a big smile. She was purring as hugged him again, Killer let out a happy rumble.
“As you wish.” He repeats back.
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