Embracing Emily (#7 Warriors of Kelon) Read Online Free

sure teaching Kelons will be a little different to new immigrants.”
    “Only a few of us have volunteered to be implanted with their translators, so we can communicate properly. The rest is up to you, to teach them English. Colonel Morland wouldn’t have appointed you if he didn’t have full confidence in your teaching skills. Being such a lovely lady, no doubt you’ll have them hanging off your every word.” He winked, flirtatiously.
    “I guess so,” she murmured, turning slightly to hide the flush creeping into her apple cheeks. Handsome men, such as the Lieutenant, didn’t flirt with Emily Morland, which had been her experience so far. No, she was far too busy with other things to care about dating and the rejection which came after.
    She mentally winced, maybe she wasn’t living her life to fullest after all, as she promised her mum before she passed away. With a sigh, she easily dismissed Simmons’s flirtation as harmless, only trying to help ease her nerves.
    He kept his smile, hovering the other side of her desk. “Need any help with anything?” He placed her bag down. “I won’t be doing much, but standing here watching them watch you.”
    “You don’t need to be here, I’m sure everything will be fine.”
    “Have you been briefed on Kelon customs concerning women, Miss Morland?”
    “Of course I—” The report told her the females on Kelon were always guarded by their men—protected. She didn’t think much of it because the Kelons were on Earth, not Kelon. She realised her father would do everything not to offend or upset them as what they brought in advancements to the human race was extremely valuable.
    “You’re my protector.”
    “Bingo, unless you want to find yourself carried off and claimed.”
    She swallowed and tried to suppress the tingling creeping through her body. A big, strong, strapping man able to carry her off was something she could only ever dream of.
    “Yes, I get it. I doubt it will be an issue, but stay if you must. No doubt, you’re under orders from the Colonel.” She bit down on her lower lip, her words sounding bitterer than she intended.
    “Miss Morland,” chided Lieutenant Simmons and Emily tensed. “I think you—”
    She was saved by a knock at the door. “Lieutenant, Miss Morland’s box.” A cadet stood holding her white box.
    “Just here, please.” She let out a breath and smiled at the young man. He quickly set down her box before scurrying out.
    Ignoring the Lieutenant’s speculative study, she busied herself removing a few homey knick-knacks from the box and placing them on the desk. Treasured gifts from some of her students, to help remind her of her love of teaching. She pulled out the lesson plans, sat down and took a moment to go over her notes, adding a few things she needed to address with the Kelons before they started.
    “Heads up, Miss Morland.” Lieutenant Simmons voice made her glance up, following his gaze to the door. He stood up straight and folded his arms, replacing his smile with a serious expression.
    She stood up, leaning against the desk for support as the door darkened with large figures. “Let the show begin,” Simmons muttered.
    Emily held her breath, her heart thudding against her chest as the door opened and the Kelons walked in.
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    The gravity on this planet was slightly less than on Kelon. It took several days for the High Council's handpicked contingent of teachers, healers and scientists to adjust properly. They were already complaining behind Vallarr’s back about the constant and hard workouts he subjected them to help their bodies adapt quicker.
    Then, there were the other security issues. The low technology spying devices found throughout their quarters did not put the new Initiative off to a good start. The Head of the Initiative, Fe-Commander Jyl, confronted the Colonel, putting all the devices on his desk and telling him not to let it happen again or their deal would end. Jyl stopped Vallarr from