Compelled

By Jo Tannah

Do you believe in dreams? That’s how I found Ryan. Unfortunately, I could not be with him then, not until he took that final leap of faith. You see, I come from a distant star and coming from another planet is problematic. Coming from a planet where the atmosphere is different from Earth makes it even more complicated.

Despite my father’s caution, I went to Earth. I was compelled because of my love for Ryan. I wanted him to come home with me but he would have to suffer through the change to survive. I wanted to be with him on Earth but its atmosphere is toxic to my kind.

I was caught between two different worlds and longed for at least one more hour on that planet so I could be with Ryan. What I wouldn’t give, just to feel his skin against mine, to taste his lips on my mouth. What I wouldn’t give, just to get lost in his embrace once more.

I am Q’lan. This is our story. It is not long but it was difficult. I am glad that I can tell it now with Ryan in my arms.

In my embrace.

In my life.

• Language: English
• Publisher: eXtasy Books Inc
• Release date: May 1, 2016
• ISBN: 9781487406554

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What he would give to be lost in love’s embrace.

Do you believe in dreams? That’s how I found Ryan. Unfortunately, I could not be with him then, not until he took that final leap of faith. You see, I come from a distant star and coming from another planet is problematic. Coming from a planet where the atmosphere is different from Earth makes it even more complicated.

Despite my father’s caution, I went to Earth. I was compelled because of my love for Ryan. I wanted him to come home with me but he would have to suffer through the change to survive. I wanted to be with him on Earth but its atmosphere is toxic to my kind.

I was caught between two different worlds and longed for at least one more hour on that planet so I could be with Ryan. What I wouldn’t give, just to feel his skin against mine, to taste his lips on my mouth. What I wouldn’t give, just to get lost in his embrace once more.

I am Q’lan. This is our story. It is not long but it was difficult. I am glad that I can tell it now with Ryan in my arms.

In my embrace.

In my life.

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Compelled

Copyright © 2016 Jo Tannah

ISBN: 978-1-4874-0655-4

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Compelled

By

Jo Tannah

Dedication

As always, for James and my two girls. No words babes, no words.

Lyah, Mahlee, Bronwyn, you guys wield that whip with expertise. Without you, this book would never have been submitted at all.

Chapter One

Dreams are basically complicated and confusing. Dream interpretation can be even more complex. With dream sharing, the interpretations can lead the dreamers to many different paths. Some would say dreaming of death could actually mean a personal freedom. Dreaming of a murder could mean something very different. Dreaming of a faceless man could just mean dreaming of oneself, when one hasn’t yet reached full potential.

When I first dreamed of Ryan, he was yet to be born. That night I had gone to bed early, feeling unusually tired so I immediately fell asleep. What I dreamed was so surreal, I realized I was interacting with the mind of my dream mate.

I roused myself quickly and mentally reached out to consult with our oracles. I was shocked when they informed me that my dream mate still had to be born. The oracles also conveyed that each dream element was of importance and had to be considered carefully.

I hurried to take the prescribed steps to guarantee him in my future. With the use of a mind-meld machine I went back to my dream state, and noted every minute detail. With the machine’s assistance I was able to reach for