Beyond the Sea (Avatar) - Early Access (Patreon)

All characters in this story are over the age of 18

Kiri had lost count of the number of times she had watched the same video of her mother.

By now, she had memorized every exchange Grace had with her work colleagues, word-for-word. She could point out every item in the lab whilst blindfolded and describe it with authentic detail. Whenever the video reached the end, with Grace signing off in a stern yet optimistic tone, Kiri would tap on the tablet to repeat the footage, watching it from the beginning again. Over and over. A sad smile would always be etched across the young Na'vi's face. She wished with all her heart that she could reach through the screen and be there with her mother. But, the closest she would get to her would be in her dreams, which were a mystery even to her.

''What is that?''

Kiri nearly dropped the tablet. Despite the softness of the familiar voice, she was startled by Tsireya's unexpected appearance. Holding the tablet protectively against her chest, she hesitated before responding. The chief's daughter smiled warmly before sitting next to her, leaving her long legs hanging over the edge so that her toes could be dipped into the cool water.

''You were not with your brothers,'' Tsireya said. ''I wanted to see you. Is everything alright?''

Kiri sighed and slowly brought the tablet forward, showing Tsireya a still image of Grace recording her video message. ''I like to watch this when I feel lost. It's my mother. My real mother.''

Tsireya shifted closer and inspected the image. ''I see. She is very beautiful.''

''She is,'' Kiri's lip twitched upward before a look of sadness flashed across her face. ''Even though she is not Na'vi.''

Things went quiet between the two of them. It pained Tsireya to see Kiri so forlorn. Usually, the Omaticaya girl was like a ray of light with boundless wonder and a yearning to always explore. Tsireya had seen it so many times since Kiri's family had come to Metkayina. There was something different about her. Something…curious. It fascinated Tsireya.

Likewise, Kiri was fascinated by Tsireya, though that was for a different reason. Ever since Kiri saw the graceful and strong free diver emerge from the sea and welcome her family to the reef, Kiri couldn't stop thinking about her. The only thing that kept Kiri distracted from the chief's daughter would be the world of the Metkayina itself. She would be drawn to the sea life, watching them and mimicking their actions to the best of her abilities, as if she was one of them. Kiri would sometimes find herself swimming to the bottom where she could touch the sand and remain there for what seemed like hours. She breathed in tandem with the sea. Tsireya had seen it a few times. She heralded Kiri's deep diving skills to the others in the tribe, complementing her for how quickly she had adapted to the Way of Water, much to the playful disdain of her brothers. Kiri couldn't explain it. This new land was like discovering a new part of herself.

Meeting Tsireya was like discovering a new part of herself.

''I watch this every day,'' Kiri broke the silence as she looked out toward the sea. ''Sometimes I imagine that I will find some clue to help me discover who my father is. It'll be like finding that missing piece of myself. I would feel whole.''

Tsireya tilted her head. ''You do not need to look into the past for that. Finding yourself is about living each new day and learning.''

''I appreciate what you're trying to say,'' Kiri responded, turning to Tsireya and offering her a genuine smile. ''But, it still hurts when I'm called a freak all of the time.''

''I apologize on behalf of my…''

Before Tsireya could finish her apology, Kiri set the tablet down next to her and rose to her feet. ''They're right. At least my brothers and sister know who they are. They are not lost, like me. Even to them, I am a freak.''

Tsireya stood tall, towering over Kiri, making the child of an avatar feel somewhat flustered. ''No, you are not. You are a free spirit. You are not a lost one. The path you wish to take is always open. You will discover who you are. I know it.''

''You really think that?''

''I do,'' Tsireya smiled. ''And if need be, I shall guide you. You still have much to learn about the waters.''

Kiri looked down at the edge, watching the waves gently crash against the support beams of her hut. Lifting her head, the water expanded until it stretched beyond the horizon. The mountains in the distance appeared small. The stars in the sky above seemed smaller.

Tsireya followed Kiri's sight and pointed outward. ''We are small. But, that is good. It means that the journey is not finished. It may never be finished. You will have so much to see and discover. The answer to who your father is will be out there. You will discover the truth. And if not, you will find a new truth. You will see who you are when the time comes.''

Hearing those words made Kiri feel light again. An immense weight had been lifted off her shoulders. Being with Tsireya when learning to swim would usually lift her mood. This time felt different. Her heart was racing uncontrollably as she realized how close the two of them were standing. Kiri had never felt this way with any other person. There was no Na'vi in the Omaticaya who made her chest warm like Tsireya. No one made her heart flutter like this. She found it difficult to breathe as the two locked eyes and Tsireya smiled. If Kiri didn't change the subject quickly, she feared that she would do something she would regret. After the recent trouble her brothers had become involved with, the last thing she wanted was to incur Jake and Neytiri's wrath.

She quickly picked up the tablet and showed Tsireya the screen, pointing at Norm. ''We like to joke that he is my father. I think it might be because of the nose.''

''That cannot be true,'' Tsireya stated. ''Your nose is smaller. More delightful and cute.''

''Oh?'' Kiri gulped and felt her cheeks blush fiercely.

For a short while, Tsireya studied the screen and then pointed at it. ''What about that one?''

Kiri turned the tablet around and nearly burst out laughing when she saw that the chief's daughter had suggested that Trudy, a combat pilot who fought alongside the Na'vi before dying in battle, was her father. Even without playing the video, Kiri could still remember with precise accuracy the argument that would play out between Trudy and Grace as the roguish pilot intruded upon her and disturbed her during work.

''No, not her. She couldn't be my father.''

''How do you know?''

Kiri paused. For all she knew, Trudy could be her father. After all, Kiri was female and yet she was born with a penis. She could one day reproduce and have children. What if Trudy was the same? However, the painful truth was that it could be true. As could the theory that Norm was her father. Or, Doctor Max Patel. Or any of the others who were in this video. Maybe it was someone who wasn't in the video. Grace seemed reluctant to disclose private information, meaning it was next to impossible to know who she was close with.

''I don't know,'' Kiri answered.

When she looked back at Tsireya, she found herself staring at the freediver. By now, the sun was beginning to set, casting an illuminating light over everything before dipping into shadow. Tsireya looked beautiful beyond words in this light.

Kiri was going to do something she would regret. She came forward, standing on the tip of her toes and kissed Tsireya.

Immediately, Kiri felt the shock coming from the chief's daughter. She gasped and froze. Kiri pulled back sharply. ''I'm sorry. I shouldn't have done that.''

Tsireya was speechless. Kiri clenched her fists and stared at the floor; her shoulders hunched, her ears became droopy and her tail moved between her legs. She waited for Tsireya to respond harshly. For a brief moment, she considered the possibility that she had done something truly awful and this would result in her family being banished from the reef and forced to go on the run again. Her heart ached at the thought of putting her family through that turmoil.

However, as her head was still bowed, she missed the smile that slowly formed on Tsireya's face.

''Come with me.''

When Kiri lifted her head, Tsireya had already dived into the water. Kiri remained rooted as confusion and dread took hold. When Tsireya broke through the water's surface and flashed Kiri a wide grin, her confusion doubled. Tsireya tilted her head, gesturing for Kiri to follow. Fearing that she would upset the chief's daughter any further, Kiri hurried into the water and trailed behind her.

Tsireya was swimming at a slower pace so that Kiri could keep up. Despite Kiri matching any Metkayina when it came to holding her breath underwater, she couldn't hope to top any of their speeds when it came to swimming through the water. They dived deeper until it almost became too dark to see. Kiri became nervous as she started to lose sight of what was around her. But, Tsireya was there to take her hand and guide her. Kiri's heart skipped a beat. Somehow, holding Tsireya's hand gave her the same kind of surge throughout her body that she felt when she kissed her. She scolded herself for that action. But, there was a part of her that was relieved. She had wished to do that ever since she saw her when they first came to the reef.

Soon, it became too dark to see anything. Kiri waited with bated breath as a flicker of light caught her eye. Then there was another. And another. And another. Before long, light was reflecting everywhere, shrouding her and Tsireya in a spiritual glow. Looking around, Kiri could see that it was moonlight being reflected off the scales of the sea creatures that swam in circles. Kiri smiled at the wondrous sight.

But, something even better was waiting for her.

She felt Tsireya cup her face, forcing her to look directly at her. They exchanged a loving glance before the chief's daughter leaned forward and pressed her lips against Kiri's. Taken aback, Kiri almost gulped down seawater. After quickly regaining her composure, she returned the kiss and the two were embracing at the bottom of the sea. Tsireya's hands explored, touching Kiri's body and making her body buzz with excitement. Kiri did her best to hold her breath as Tsireya started to kiss along her neck and over the top of her shoulders. All the while, she was working to remove Kiri's apparel. Kiri was more than happy to let Tsireya do whatever she wanted to do to her. Her body was brimming with arousal. One of Tsireya's hands journeyed down between Kiri's legs. She gasped, forming a bubble of air, as Tsireya fondled her through her clothing. Her cock stirred and throbbed intensely.

When they pulled away, Tsireya started to strip herself. It was a miracle that Kiri didn't need to come up for air as she watched more of the Na'vi's skin become exposed. Her body was too beautiful to describe, even if Kiri could talk right now. Although, Tsireya had evidence of Kiri's approval as her cock grew to full length, stretching outward and becoming noticeably thicker. The light bounced off Kiri's face, making her blushes more prominent. Tsireya smiled and swam forward to kiss Kiri's face once more before diving lower.

If they were on the surface, Kiri was certain that she would have lost the ability to stand. Tsireya took Kiri's cock in her palm, grasping tightly around the shaft with her large hand and started to stroke it. Kiri closed her eyes. This was so much more enjoyable than using her own hand. Tsireya's strokes were strong and swift. Kiri wished that she could tell Tsireya how good she was making her feel. Her expression twisting with pleasure was enough of a clue. Kiri's eyes blasted open when she felt Tsireya give the tip of her dick a lick. This was more than Kiri could have ever hoped for. Soon, Tsireya had her mouth wrapped around the head of the shaft and started to take more of the length into her mouth.

Moaning while holding her breath underwater was one of the hardest things Kiri had to do. It was physically draining. Yet, the experience was incredibly rewarding. Tsireya was bobbing her head up and down, sucking on her cock with eager enthusiasm. She was licking around the shaft as she took it deeper, bringing it down to the back of her throat. Her powerful lungs could be felt as she sped up the pace, making Kiri squirm and mewl. Kiri was trying not to float away. Her eyes wandered to the top of the sea fauna spiralling around them. It was then that she realized that this was not only to make things easier to see but also to give the two of them privacy. It was as if the sea itself was giving her this joyful moment.

Eywa had blessed her tonight.

Tsireya continued to suck on Kiri's cock, tasting the pre-cum that trickled onto her tongue. The sensation of her warm mouth sliding up and down her shaft, mixed with the cool water clutching around it whenever she bobbed her head back was bringing Kiri closer to the edge sooner than anticipated. She wanted to hold on. But, she was still struggling to keep her breath held underwater. There was only so much she could do. That didn't deter Tsireya though as she kept sucking faster and harder until Kiri threw her head back and clenched her teeth as she came. Tsireya wrapped her lips around the base of Kiri's dick and swallowed her release. The thick seed filled her mouth but she was able to take it all effortlessly.

After coming down from her high, Kiri glanced at Tsireya and offered her an apologetic glance. Tsireya gave her a questioning look, but she soon gathered what it was that she was being sorry for. Tsireya simply smiled and brought her hand back down to Kiri's cock. She moaned once more and happily welcomed the treatment. Thankfully, Tsireya didn't have to wait long for Kiri to be at full length again. Tsireya swam against Kiri and wrapped her long arms around the younger Na'vi. Kiri embraced her as she felt the head of her cock sliding against Tsireya's entrance. Her trepidation threatened to stall her. However, all it took was one smile from the chief's daughter for Kiri to find the courage. She grabbed onto Tsireya's hips and thrust as Tsireya lowered herself onto Kiri's dick. Slowly, Kiri entered her, pushing her way in until she was buried at the hilt.

Tsireya was practically sitting on Kiri's lap as she started to bounce up and down, riding her like there was no tomorrow. Kiri cupped Tsireya's breasts and kissed her again as she thrust harder and faster. Their movements were stifled slightly by the water, but that didn't make them any less sensual. It added to the experience. They were in tandem.

They were one.

Once again, Kiri attempted to hold out for as long as possible. However, feeling Tsireya clench so tightly around her cock, refusing to let go, it was all too much for her. She willed herself to continue for a little while longer, at least until Tsireya had enjoyed an exhilarating orgasm. The chief's daughter shuddered in response, kissing Kiri with never-ending passion before feeling her climax inside of her. Kiri's seed filled her to the brim. They held each other as the sea creatures continued their mesmerizing dance around them.

Kiri was at her limit. She needed to come up for air.

With Tsireya's help, they quickly swam to the surface. As soon as Kiri broke through the waves, she gasped loudly. Her body ached, but it was worth it, especially upon seeing Tsireya's smile as she swam next to her. There were times when it looked as if she was gliding through the ocean. Kiri could watch Tsireya swim all day.

They returned to the hut and sat on the edge to look at the sea.

''What did you think?'' Tsireya asked.

''Holy shit,'' Kiri said, causing both of them to laugh.

Bashfully, Kiri began to play with her ponytail. Suddenly, an idea came to her and she became lost in her thoughts. At the end of the braided hair was her neural queue. She tensed as she stared over at Tsireya, who was also caressing her long hair.

''I know that you are not yet ready for tsaheylu,'' Tsireya said gently.

Kiri knew that she was right. They may have just shared their hearts and bodies. But, this was more than that. This was a bond for life. Kiri was unsure if she was ready for that yet. She still had much to discover about herself before she could commit to a mate. Still, the idea of making Tsireya her life partner would be one she would cherish and hold on to.

She smiled. ''We'll see what the future holds.''

Tsireya was beaming at Kiri's response. Her beauty left the younger Na'vi breathless. However, it suddenly dawned on her that they had forgotten something.

''We left our clothes at the bottom of the ocean.''

They exchanged another glance before breaking into laughter again.

That night, Kiri went to sleep with a smile and was greeted with pleasant dreams about Tsireya…and the unknown future, which she was excited to explore in the hopes of one day learning who she is.