but she appeared to be looking for someone. Him. Great. Just what I need right now. Jess’ hazel eyes locked on him. Her features screwed into a frown as she stalked in his direction. Could it be too much to hope that she hadn’t seen him? Jess stopped in front of him and leaned over, smacking both palms on the table. She glared at him. “What the hell is going on here?” He raised a questioning brow. “Don’t play stupid with me. Those bitches aren’t in their cell anymore.” To call their cabin a cell was a stretch, even for Jess. Kane pushed his plate away. His breakfast was now ruined. “Where were they moved?” “How the hell should I know? I went to check on them and they’re gone.” “I’ll have a talk with the guys. The females are not supposed to have access to the vessel.” Jess eased into the seat across from him. “Well, actually…they aren’t technically running around. The men are taking them from one cabin to the next.” So that’s it. She’s jealous. “I’ll tell the men to keep them confined.” Jess lowered her gaze and picked imaginary lint off her shirt. “Spit it out.” “I heard you have one of them staying with you.” When he didn’t answer, she glanced up. “You know, one of those alien bitches.” Kane let out a heavy sigh. “I’m keeping the princess safe in my cabin for the time being.” “I thought you didn’t want an alien in your bed? Have you changed your mind?” She had a certain disdain for all aliens, more so than he. Kane didn’t blame her. Being forced into prostitution and having to perform God only knows what sex acts with all kinds of creepy nonhumans would make anyone a little hardened. “Jess, I’m not fucking it if that’s what you’re hinting at. Besides, aren’t you through with me?” “I am,” she said in disgust. “I wanted to know if I’m the only person on this vessel who’s not fucking aliens.” A small amount of guilt surfaced. He had been so close to sullying Anna’s memory. He’d been a heartbeat away from nailing the princess right on his floor.
Chapter Six
JB walked into the dining hall whistling Sweet Home Alabama . Jess instantly raked her gaze over to him. Normally, Jess and JB were the best of friends but something was amiss with their relationship today. Kane didn’t care what the issue might be. Right now, JB served as a good diversion. A grumbling sound erupted in Jess’ throat. “He doesn’t even care about what the aliens did to Earth.” Kane looked JB up and down. He hadn’t thought it was possible but JB looked worn out and tired. Even from where he sat, he could see the fresh scratch marks running across JB’s arms. That would be the reason for Jess’ disdain. With a nod in their direction, JB walked to the food-storage unit. He punched the buttons that would deliver any in-stock item and grabbed a juice and sandwich. Halfway to the table, JB downed the juice. He turned around for a refill then finished that one and turned again for another one. By the time he plopped into the seat next to Kane, JB was holding his third container. Without a word, JB devoured his food as though he were a starved man. Kane snorted. “You all right?” “She’s trying to suck me dry.” Kane raised a brow. “Which one?” JB took a swig of juice. “Moira. That female can form her lips into a perfect suction cup. I don’t have any more cum to give her. I needed a break.” “The spinster-looking one?” JB chuckled and slapped his palms together. “Looks can be misleading, my friend.” “That is gross on so many different levels,” Jess said. JB winked at her and shoveled more food in his mouth. Kane shook his head in disbelief. The female really must be good if JB needed a break. The Energizer Bunny didn’t have anything on him. “What about you?” JB nodded in Kane’s direction. Kane’s face tightened and his lip curled into a frown. “What about me?” Jess snarled