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Chapter 41 - Unexpected
Tuesday 7th February 2017
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Ami walks into the kitchen followed by Sam. "I see you are both late up given you are off work yet again."
"It is not my option this time Adastra. I am surprised Seliha is not around." Sam is suddenly and roughly grabbed from behind.
"If anyone moves I will dislocate his shoulders." Amistathya looks more scared than Sam is but that could be from the pain of Seliha squeezing his arms together behind his back.
"What do you want Seliha?" Sam not sounding too impressed but not angry.
"Since I currently have the upper hand I would like to know why exactly Armali are investigating you."
"You could have been more subtle."
"Just answer the question."
"After I went in last Friday with Ami they looked through our records. Ami has supposedly broken three contracts and I think they are worried I make bad decisions given I have not only taken Ami on as a servant with that record but I have melded with her. Can you let me go now?"
"No. How did she break the contracts?"
"I only know the last was documented as abuse of property Seliha. Ami did not tell me what the first two were for other than she was tricked into breaking them."
"What were the other two?" Seliha looks towards Amistathya for an answer who seems to freeze in her gaze.
"Ami please answer Seliha or I will have two very sore arms."
"First was property theft, second was for not following corporate security procedures. Please do not harm Sam."
"I have something I wish to announce to everyone. My other said previously she did not know what I was capable of. Well in the past I have done interrogation and assassination work in the Terminus Systems." Everyone's face goes a little grey except Adastra who looks at the table top.
"Could I ask why you are hurting me then Seliha?"
"It is to help sell the point. That and if any of you say anything you will not see me coming. Is that clear?" Seliha sees Adastra, Fosanta and a very pale Kate nod.
"I understand Seliha." Seliha lets Sam go and walks over to Amistathya before putting her arm around her neck. "Please Seliha."
"She did not respond to my question. At least she is not resisting unlike the one over there did." Seliha looks towards Kate before back at Amistathya. "Are you perfectly clear that if you say anything then I will kill you?" Amistathya just about manages to nod through the tight grip around her neck. Seliha lets go and goes back to getting breakfast out of the cupboard as if nothing happened.
"Did you really need to go for her neck Seliha?" Sam hugging Amistathya who was still trying to get her breath back.
"I could have lifted her up with the rope collar that was rather handy. I must point out now that you are all a threat to me so I will not need much of an excuse to hurt you." Sam wondered to himself how she can deliver such a threat as she sits down with a bowl full of food.
"I think we should head to work as it is getting late." Fosanta nudging Kate out of her trance. "See you all this evening." Adastra, Sam and Amistathya give them a nod. Seliha gives them a nod and a warm smile which seemed to frighten them a little.
"My shoulders are really sore now."
"I made sure you were going nowhere as any sharp movement would have done my job for me. I also made sure to hurt you a little more for the message you sent back when you were on Thessia."
"And there was me thinking you might have a sense of humour Seliha." Sam rubbing his right shoulder which was a little sorer than his left.
"I do feel a little bad about this Sam and Athya. I thought it may have been less painful."
"I am sure we will both recover Adastra." Adastra nods as Seliha finishes her breakfast.
"I believe we best be going to Armali. I wish you both a pleasant day." The pair of them nod as Adastra and Seliha leave. Sam waits to hear the front door close before speaking up.
"I could try to pursue her for property damage Ami but I do not think that will wash on Illium. Could I ask exactly how you are?"
"My throat feels tight and my neck is rather painful." Sam has a careful look.
"Well it looks like you might have another bruise Ami. I am a little annoyed about Seliha's choice as asking you would have got the same result. Is there anything I can do about your neck?"
"I would have liked the rope removing but I am not going to let you. Just do not touch it Sam."
"I will not. Do you have any suggestions for things to do this morning?"
"I would like to rest my head to be honest."
"You go and lie down on the bed for a bit. I will find something to do." Amistathya stands up and gets to the doorway before stopping.
"Thank you for caring Sam."
"You don't need thank me. Just get some rest if you want it." She nods and leaves.
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"Sam did tell us not to touch Athya Seliha. Was it really needed?"
"I needed to make sure my point was clear. Also you gave her a hug the other day."
"I only lightly touched her, you must have been rather forceful to choke her and make her neck look sore. I am sure you could have just asked her if it was clear."
"It is done now."
"So you feel nothing about what happened?"
"I am thinking I might have threatened her with a knife instead if I had to do it again but I did not have long to think about what I was to do."
"So you feel a little guilty for hurting her when it was unneeded? Someone who is not really a threat to you and gave us gifts for no reason." Seliha says nothing and Adastra lets it sink in.
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"Kate, you are going to have to get a grip if you are to do your job today."
"It just brought back memories of that morning. She frightens me and the fact she has confirmed what I feared the most, it... I am not sure I can live with her in the same house."
"If you are that worried I think we need to discuss this with Adastra as technically she is a visitor to the house. I am going to see how it plays out as Adastra may have been able to show her reason."
"Still it makes me paranoid and nervous to have her around."
"I will have a talk to Adastra tomorrow if you still feel uncomfortable."
"I would have liked today but I understand I may just have taken this badly." Fosanta lands the shuttle and locks the controls.
"You have done so in the past Kate. I understand what you mean and I agree with you but I want to see what she is like this evening." Kate nods and the two of them get out of the shuttle before making their way to the lift.
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"Could I ask why you requested a meeting this morning as technically I should be off?"
"You mentioned you were to meet Sam this afternoon?"
"Yes I was going to meet him just before lunchtime here and ask if he wished to share a skycar to his house."
"I guess you have no idea as to what is happening then?" Whesiva shakes her head. "I would like to ask you some questions regarding your journey back from the Citadel with them."
"Am I in trouble as I did nothing wrong?"
"No Whesiva. I would just like a better idea as to what Sam and Amistathya are like."
"Sam was a little strange but he did admit he had only had three hours sleep the previous evening. The irritability and short attention span because of this was not unexpected. Athya was very quiet and rarely spoke."
"So that was it?"
"Sam told me a couple of things about the event he is planning but other than that and his rambling about being bored yes that is it. Could I ask why you are asking?"
"The board decided last night to make Sam redundant on security grounds."
"I am truly shocked. Could I ask why and what is to happen?"
"Unfortunately no. I personally am not surprised from the evidence to be honest Whesiva but he seemed to get good ideas and put good plans together so it is a pity. Anyway I may end up appearing at their house this afternoon while you are there. Just do not give him the news yet."
"I do not think I could do that anyway Usarta. Could I ask where the manufactured item is?"
"Ask Sam this afternoon for the black tube. He will know what you mean." Whesiva nods.
"I will perhaps see you this afternoon then?" Usarta nods and Whesiva leaves.
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Sam is playing a game of Sudoku on his computer when he gets a message. He opens his Omni-tool to read it.
Sam,
I would like to meet you at two this afternoon. I know about Whesiva visiting and I will only meet if you are happy with two guests but it is important.
Usarta
Sam has a think for a few moments before sending a reply back saying that it is ok. He finishes the puzzle before heading into his room to find Amistathya looking a little uncomfortable and upset on the bed. He lies down next to her. "Is it that bad?" Sam gently stroking her head.
"I have got over the memories it dragged up from my past but it feels very sore Sam."
"I came up to ask if you wanted a drink and to say Usarta will be appearing this afternoon as well." She carefully sits up on the bed.
"A drink sounds good. I am not sure I can see Whesiva or Usarta with my sore neck. It would look bad on you."
"It is up to you Ami but I would quite like you to be there even if I have to explain."
"I do not think Seliha would like that."
"I will say it was not me. They will probably not believe me but I know what I am saying is true which is all I care about. How about the drink?"
"I would nod but you know why."
"I would nod but it might be rubbing it in. Come on." She gives Sam a small smile before joining him to get a drink.
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Adastra and Seliha walk up to Fosanta with their dinner trays. "I see Kate has other things to do."
"I think it is a little understandable Adastra. She really does not take to the unknown or the unpredictable well."
"I did not hurt her."
"You frightened her Seliha. It is quite scary knowing you may randomly hurt someone."
"Fosanta, I do not think Seliha does it for no reason and I think scaring Kate was nicer than harming her."
"Could I ask if you feel bad about what you did?"
"I thought he deserved it through various actions in the past. The blue one I was perhaps a little excessive but I do not feel bad about it."
"It would be nice if you could promise to try not to harm us?"
"I try my best but I needed to make sure you all understood what I said as it is important for me that you did."
"Seliha said to me that she had resisted the urge a number of times lately Fosanta. She is trying to be more reasonable and while it may take some time I appreciate her effort to try and change."
"I will have a talk to Kate to see if I can calm her a little in that case."
"I need to get back to this thruster design. I will see you both this evening." Seliha and Fosanta nod and Adastra leaves.
"I still hope you are not uncomfortable around me as even though I may be unable to hold back my feelings I do try to be reasonable."
"I am just a little apprehensive Seliha, nothing more." She nods before eating the last of her lunch.
"Have a good afternoon." Fosanta nods and Seliha leaves. Fosanta opens her Omni-tool and sends a message. She waits a few minutes before Kate turns up.
"How was she?"
"Honest and did not show any real dislike to us all at all. I think we will be fine but just accept that she may randomly attack us if we irritate her a lot. I know it is not what you want to hear Kate but Adastra did say she is trying to be more reasonable."
"Perhaps we can see how it goes."
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Sam receives a message and duly reads it.
Sam,
I will be arriving soon.
Whesiva
"Whesiva is on her way. Do you still not want to see her?"
"What does it look like?"
"Rather sore but it has not gone a deep purple yet like your bruise did so it may not be as bad."
"Can I sit on your knee?"
"Of course." She smiles. "I should wash these dishes before she arrives."
"I will do that and come to sit with you when I am finished." Sam nods and walks to the seating area. He sees a skycar landing on the visitors pad through the window. He detours slightly to the front door and waits for Whesiva to approach.
"It is good to see you. How are you today?"
"I am good Sam." He gestures her inside and to the seats where she sits opposite Sam. "I hear you are currently off work." Whesiva giving nothing away.
"Yes, they trust paperwork more than getting the facts right which is a bit disappointing. I thought that they were better than that but evidently not." Amistathya walks out of the kitchen.
"How are..." She sits on Sam's knee and puts her arms around him.
"She is not too happy today which is not making me feel any better either."
"She has a bruised neck Sam."
"I could never bruise her Whesiva." She does not look convinced.
"Sam has not touched my neck, it is not his fault. Would you like a drink?"
"I would." She looks to Sam who nods before she gets up and goes back to the kitchen. "Usarta said it was for security issues. You are not making a good case for yourself even now Sam." He sighs.
"While Ami is my servant we like to consider ourselves more bondmates first. I know Ami got me added to the dangerous list but that was hardly her fault. So given that, if I hurt Ami enough for her to leave I would be left with no marked Asari, no one really wanting me because of being on the dangerous list and feeling rather depressed. Do you think I would be silly enough to do that?"
"I suppose not. Is the reason you are on the list the reason Armali have a problem?"
"It could have been a secondary reason but I do not feel it is the main reason. It is up to Ami if she wishes to say anything but I think it is her past which is giving me the problems with Armali though. I do not mind as I know they are wrong."
"I have been told to ask you for the black tube Sam."
"You mean the secret one?" She nods. "I will get it for you." Sam goes down to the basement and pulls it out from behind the desk before heading back upstairs. He sees Amistathya placing three mugs on the table. "I believe this is what you wanted." Sam hands the tube over to Whesiva.
"Before you ask I cannot say anything about it."
"I was not going to ask as Usarta was already reluctant to let me know anything yesterday. I do not blame her to be honest if I was being investigated as being a security issue." Sam sits down with Amistathya opting to take a seat next to him.
"Could I ask Athya why Armali think you are such a risk?" Sam looks to her given he has given her the freedom to be more independent.
"I have supposedly broken three contracts in the past. Yes Sam is my fourth owner. You can thank having no secondary education."
"I understand. Are you willing to tell me why you are on the dangerous list?"
"The result was it took two years for my skin to get back to normal, if you count easily bruised, hypersensitive skin as normal."
"So you mean things that are slightly rough to us would feel abrasive to you?" She nods. "How many things that are not considered normal do you have Athya?"
"Please could you say?" Sam nods and works it out in his head.
"At least three that are distinctly separate Whesiva. There are at least six others however which could be side effects or separate things."
"I am perfectly healthy Whesiva. I just have a few differences and need treating with a little care that is all."
"I am glad to hear that Athya."
"I think Ami would rather we discuss something else though. How are you finding Illium?"
"How the lack of any real laws works with the excessive amount of red tape I do not understand but it does. It is very different from Thessia but I do quite like it in a funny way."
"I think that is to be expected to be fair." Sam hears a knock on the door. "I will get that." He gets up and walks to the door. "Afternoon Usarta, come in."
"I appreciate you taking the time to talk." The two of them walk to the seating Sam sitting back down and Usarta sitting next to Whesiva. "I see you found the tube Whesiva."
"Sam was hiding it." Usarta nods before looking towards Amistathya.
"Amistathya, you look hurt." A little concern in her voice.
"I feel it as well but do not jump to conclusions. Sam did not do this to me."
"Could I ask what happened?"
"It is better for us all if you do not know Usarta. Just know I would never hurt Ami in any way."
"Do you mind if I ask Amistathya some questions?"
"It is up to her Usarta not me."
"Sam told me that each of the breaches were not your fault is that correct." She gives a small nod. "Do you have any evidence?"
"No, they abused the fact no one would trust the word of a servant. I just had to accept it and move on."
"I understand that. Anyway I came here to discuss your case with Armali Sam." He nods. "I unfortunately have to say that as of this morning your work contract with Armali has ended." Amistathya seemed a little shocked, Sam did not seem all that bothered and just nodded. "Armali are to pay you until the end of the month as well as a reasonable amount for ending the contract early, however there are a couple more issues."
"No point in pausing as I would like to hear it all Usarta."
"I do apologise Sam. The rest of the bad news is as follows. Due to you not being strictly part of the Enlighten crew, Armali allowed you residence here for your and our convenience. This cannot continue due to the security risk."
"I guess there is some good news?"
"There is. Armali are responsible for finding an alternative job and accommodation for you. The board have given us ten days to do so."
"I have two, sorry three questions Usarta." She motions Sam to continue. "Does the board understand how much this is going to cost them?"
"A lot less than supporting the event you are planning Sam."
"I was meaning public image wise Usarta as I am sure that it has become common knowledge that I work at Armali. If people find out I had been made redundant over some dubious documentation it will not look good."
"The board know the media are particularly interested in talking to you and Amistathya. They are ensuring you have no reason to complain other than over the decision. Accommodation will be amply sized and be yours and not tied to a job."
"So Armali are basically being nice to try and keep me quiet?"
"No they understand this is an unfortunate event which was not your problem Sam. They therefore wish to attempt to stay on at least friendly terms with you even if they would not like you to be working for us."
"Fair enough." The excuse was not washing with Sam but he kept his composure and continued. "Could I ask what is happening about the private shuttle? A job for Ami would be a nice gesture and what accommodation are Lianta and Hymara going to get?"
"We will see what we can do about a shuttle Sam. Getting a job for Amistathya will be difficult."
"I am not useless." Amistathya a little frustrated at being considered second rate to everyone else.
"I know that Amistathya. It is your unique position which makes it difficult. Could I ask if you have any particular knowledge or skills which may help?"
"I feel bad for not even telling Sam this. I, in my previous contract, not only cleaned the labs but I also repaired the machinery. It made me extra credits and I quite liked it. If someone gives me the tools and a service manual I can do a decent job."
"Do you mind if I use your job contract as insurance for Amistathya Sam?"
"What do you mean by that?"
"If she does anything to terminate her contract yours will be terminated as well. It may give me a chance to find something for you both."
"That sounds reasonable if it gets her a job that is not as a servant."
"I will see if anyone wishes to take her on with you then. As regards your security, are you willing to live with them?"
"What do you think first Ami?"
"We got on ok together on the Citadel. As long as there is enough space I will be happy."
"Could I ask what size you are willing to provide Usarta?"
"If you are willing to live together then we could probably get you something a bit bigger."
"Could I get Lianta and Hymara across to ask them?" Usarta nods. Sam opens his Omni-tool. "I apologise Whesiva for not talking too much but this is quite a problem."
"I can only imagine Sam."
"Usarta, could we agree to see the apartment before we go ahead?"
"Yes. Is there anything else you need to clear up?"
"Oh, are Armali still willing to provide support to the event?"
"We would like to do so Sam. I must also point out if you are subtle you can help Adastra on the designs."
"I will have a talk to Adastra about that." Lianta and Hymara walk in through the front door and Sam waves them over. "I have some news which you may not like and a question." The two of them nod. "Armali have made me redundant because of security concerns."
"Really?"
"Yes Lianta. Unfortunately the board decided that Sam being with Amistathya was too much of a risk."
"That sounds about right for Sam."
"Thanks Hymara. I was about to ask if you two would wish to live with us but now I am not sure." Sam just about letting slip it was a joke.
"Sorry Sam. What do you think Lianta?"
"So you have to move Sam?" He nods. "I will agree if it has only a small number of floors between parking and the apartment and Sam can get a passenger transport as he really needs the bedrooms for off world trips."
"Is this payback for all the hassle I have given you?"
"Yes but I think you would appreciate those requests as well Sam considering how annoyed you get on shuttle trips and in lifts."
"Good point. Usarta?"
"We will try our best on both of those points but no guarantees, especially so on the passenger transport. You could always use the stairs if you dislike the lift Sam."
"I just like moaning Usarta; I would however appreciate anything you can do on those points." She nods in acknowledgement. "Would everyone like a drink while you are all here?"
"We are ok Sam as we have just had one."
"I feel there are more questions so I may as well." Sam looks to Whesiva.
"I am ok thank you." Sam twigs on Amistathya's gesture as he leaves. Lianta and Hymara take a seat.
"Could I ask why you have a bruised neck Amistathya?"
"It was not Sam if you were wondering Lianta. I will say more another time."
"Ok. I guess you were a bit surprised Whesiva?"
"I was and still am. I know Armali can be very harsh over security concerns but I do not feel Athya is a problem."
"Amistathya I hope that you do not take offence but we were actually keeping an eye on you because of your rather unexpected change on the Citadel."
"I think Sam was as well Lianta."
"Usarta, I believe that Armali would be responsible for attempting to find Sam replacement work. Do you have any ideas yet?"
"I had five interested companies before I left but since Sam wishes that Amistathya have a job as well it will narrow that down a lot."
"How long do we have before we must move?"
"We are going to try and get accommodation as soon as possible Hymara but Sam must leave this house before or on the seventeenth. It is unfair the board did not allow that weekend but I must do as they agree."
"So they are giving you ten days?"
"Yes. We will concentrate on accommodation first and then move on to jobs Hymara." Sam comes back in with three mugs.
"That sounds logical. This does give me plenty of free time to try and plan event things. It is a real pity I cannot fly the shuttle though as it may have been handy." Sam takes a seat and Ami moves onto his knee.
"I am sure we can do other things Sam."
"I wonder how Kate and Fosanta will take this news."
"I am sure they will be shocked and a little disappointed Whesiva but they will get over it. It is not like we will be on a different planet. I cannot quite believe I am saying that."
"Why Sam?"
"Space travel for any real distance is still a very strange concept for me Whesiva. I remember when the Enlighten stopped for more water and I looked out of the window to just see thousands of stars. No one on my planet would believe me if I went back now and said I have been on a giant space station, let alone on other habited planets or travelled faster than the speed of light."
"We can only imagine how strange it is Sam."
"I suppose if you grow up with this knowledge then it is remarkably difficult to understand Whesiva." She nods. "Usarta, the smaller thruster I have been told should be ready tomorrow. Is it ok if I can speak to Adastra about it?"
"As long as you use nothing Armali can track then it is ok. Just do not say to me what you discuss." Sam nods. "Do any of you have any more questions as I have some other work to finish?"
"It seems we do not Usarta. Can I message you if I get any?"
"Yes Sam. Whesiva would you like a lift?"
"That would be very helpful." Usarta nods. "I do apologise for not talking much. I am sure we can meet again sometime."
"Perhaps when have a new place."
"That sounds good Sam. I hope it all goes as well as it can for you all."
"Thank you." Usarta and Whesiva nod and leave, Whesiva with the black tube in hand.
"Sam. Was it Seliha?"
"Yes but I would prefer if I could sort it out myself. Can you let me do that?"
"Yes but if it happens again I will have a word."
"Thank you Lianta."
"I will make sure everyone in the other house knows what is happening."
"Thank you. I get sick of repeating myself many times." Hymara nods.
"Give us a shout if you need us." Sam nods and the two of them leave.
"So you can fix things Ami?"
"I was given a choice to do the extra work or be a volunteer for trials. I knew from cleaning that place that most of the things they were creating were barely safe. Illium rules dictate they need to provide a list of possible side effects. Where do you think they get the list from?"
"I understand, not exactly much of a choice." She nods. "How is your neck now?"
"It does not feel tight any more just sore. Are your shoulders still hurting?"
"No they just feel stiff; a shower may help with that." Amistathya smiles as Kate and Fosanta walk through the door. "How was work?"
"It was ok Sam." Kate still only seemed to be half in the real world after this morning.
"There was some evidence of idiocy today but I coped. How are you two?"
"I am just a bit stiff Fosanta. Ami has just said her neck is just sore now."
"Why did she do that this morning through?"
"To scare you Kate as she knows that you scare easily. She went for me as I annoyed her a couple of weeks ago and she went for Ami as she did not respond. I thought it was a bit much to go for Ami's neck though. Speaking of Seliha." Sam sees the two of them walking through the door.
"I hope I do not have to hurt you again."
"I was only saying I thought everything was just on the borderline of excessive until you choked Ami Seliha. That was too far considering I had politely asked you not to touch her for this very reason."
"Adastra gave me the same talk this morning. While I cannot change the past I will not be as forceful in the future."
"I suppose that is as close as I will get to an apology." Seliha gives a subtle nod to Amistathya.
"If everyone could take seats I have some news."
"Is this about Armali Sam?"
"Yes Adastra I had Usarta around earlier." Seliha and Adastra sit on one side of the table while Fosanta and Kate sit on Sam's side with Amistathya still on Sam's knee. "Armali have made me redundant as of this morning."
"Really?" Adastra not quite believing it is true.
"I am sorry to hear that Sam." Kate being typically sentimental.
"Yes and you can all keep your apologies. The bigger shock will be from the fallout of all of this."
"Please do not drag this out."
"Ok Seliha. I have ten days to move out of this house."
"Why?"
"They are using the loophole again that you and I Kate are technically not crew of the Enlighten. That means I was allowed residence because I worked at Armali. So the house goes with the job."
"What are you going to do?"
"Armali, being the well funded sneaky idiots they are, understand getting rid of me will cause them big problems unless they keep me happy. They therefore are looking around for an apartment which we will share with Lianta and Hymara. They are also going to try and find us both jobs as well."
"What about the event Sam?"
"That is safe Adastra. I can help you with the thruster design in an evening until I leave. It is then up to us to work out a way of communicating between us without Armali finding out if you need extra help."
"If I concentrate on the larger design I think we could get it done before you leave."
"There is no need to rush and make mistakes Adastra. Also testing that smaller design might be useful for the larger one."
"Sorry Sam. It is just a bit of a shock and I am perhaps a bit desperate."
"It is a bit of a shock Adastra but I trust you to do your best with the design." Adastra nods but does not seem convinced.
"Do you know anything about where you will be or what job you will do?"
"No Fosanta. Armali are concentrating on finding accommodation first as they have agreed to pay me till the end of the month and a bonus of some kind."
"What size apartment?"
"Usarta only mentioned it would be a bit bigger if Lianta and Hymara were with us. She never gave any specifics which I am guessing may allow them to give me something smaller to save credits."
"That sounds more like it Sam." Adastra thinking larger apartments are rather rare anyway.
"So Armali are purchasing this apartment?"
"As far as I know they are Kate. All they seem to want is for us or more specifically Ami not to be in this house. I did ask Usarta if they knew how much this was going to cost them and she basically shrugged it off as a non-issue."
"So what are you doing for the next few days?"
"Possibly do the stage area for the event and make sure everything is ready to be moved. I am hoping Usarta gives me a message at some time this week to see an apartment as we requested to see it first." Fosanta nods. "I think we should get some food. If anyone has any more questions then I will try to answer them. Just remember we will not be far away and are more than happy to see you all."
"It is not quite the same though is it Sam?"
"No Adastra but at least we are not moving to Thessia for example. If any of you need my help for any reason, even if it is another servant trick then I will still be around."
"Not funny Sam."
"At least if it is an apartment there will be no basement Kate." Sam gently taps Amistathya on her arm and she stands up. Sam begins walking to the kitchen which gets everyone else to follow. "I think I may as well announce my intention to make the move a bit more special and break the contract between Ami and myself early."
"I thought you needed the contract Sam?"
"He needs no contract if I willingly offer everything Adastra."
"So you are going to stay a servant Athya?"
"An indentured servant is technically contracted to do something specific even if that specification is very broad Kate. In other words technically I have never been one. I will talk more to you later Sam." He nods.
"So you are a slave?" Amistathya just smiles before helping Fosanta prepare food. "You knew this Sam?"
"Yes Kate. You have been bothered by this since I first mentioned the fact Ami was to be in a contract. If you would kindly just consider us to be bondmates then I would greatly appreciate it." Amistathya walks out of the kitchen.
"Sorry, I guess it is hard for me to understand if I am not an owner."
"It is not perspective that changes it Kate but it is difficult for me to describe it without degrading Ami which I will not do."
"I know you do your best Sam to keep her as your bondmate first and I guess it is not easy."
"It is physically easy but mentally difficult." Kate nods and begins to help Fosanta.
"I can understand your position being difficult Sam. It is however a pity you are going to have to leave us as you have been a good friend to me." Adastra seemingly not liking this break too much.
"I will also be disappointed to see you go."
"I appreciate the sentiment from you both. I guess we will still be in Nos Astra somewhere so we will not be far away and you are welcome to visit whenever." The two of them nod.
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Everyone is sat down at the dining table eating. "Adastra, do you have an opportunity to test that thruster tomorrow?"
"If it is ready I should do." Sam nods. He reaches out for his drink before laughing.
"What is so funny Sam?" Sam drinks a little of his drink noting its not too pleasant taste.
"Ami we really need a talk later."
"I know Sam, I asked earlier." Sam puts his head in his hand and sighs.
"What is the problem Sam?"
"I was expecting something to be honest Fosanta." Sam continues eating whilst deciding what to do.
"What is happening?" Sam puts his knife and fork down. He picks up the glass.
"What do you think this is?" Sam handing the glass to Adastra. She looks at it before smelling it and laughing.
"I thought it was a one off the other day Sam."
"As did I but I know the sky blue one too well."
"Are you actually going to say Sam?"
"Not until you have finished eating Kate." Sam goes to swap his glass with Amistathya's before noting they look the same and both are slightly warm. "Ami, could you fill this with water from a tap?" Sam holding the glass up and Amistathya takes it before walking to the kitchen. "I do apologise to everyone."
"Sam you do not have any need to apologise."
"I do Adastra as you will start to think I am crazy or something."
"You already are."
"Says the one who nearly dislocated both of my shoulders this morning. You do have a point though Seliha in that sometimes I do feel like I am." Kate finishes her food as Amistathya comes back in with the glass in hand which she gives to Sam. "Kate you may ask Ami what happened." Kate looks to Amistathya for an answer.
"Element zero test Kate." She takes a second or two before realisation dawns.
"That is disgusting. How could you let her do that Sam?"
"Ami is not a machine which I give instruction to Kate. I will however need to remind her that it is not acceptable social behaviour." Kate nods but feels a little foolish for making that comment before thinking it out fully. "You have been surprisingly quiet Fosanta."
"I am a little intrigued Sam." Sam looks a little puzzled. "It does not matter Sam. How do you think Hymara and Lianta will react to you both?"
"I think myself and Sam will have to explain everything but after the Citadel they should understand." Fosanta nods as Sam finishes the last of his food and washes it down with the water.
"I think I should clean up the table before I talk to Ami." They move the plates and glasses from the table and wash them. Adastra and Seliha go up to the top room. Sam and Amistathya head to the basement. Kate and Fosanta take a seat at the kitchen table.
"Why did you say you were intrigued Fosanta?"
"I think Amistathya manipulates Sam Kate."
"Well that is nothing new as Adastra did and you said Asari usually do so normally."
"This is different Kate. I think Sam knows it happens but to achieve what, and how, he is unaware of."
"Do you know?"
"No which is why they are intriguing as it is likely we will never find out."
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"Why did you think that urine would be a good idea Ami?"
"Could I explain myself from the start?" He nods. "I like the extra freedom I have received from you dropping the rules. I understand I will probably be a bit more difficult however so I decided to suffer the mental torment and will willingly do anything you wish after the contract has ended."
"So you would go to eternity naked willingly with no resistance?"
"I would try my absolute best to not resist Sam. You know it would be very difficult for me though."
"Can I ask exactly why you are doing this to yourself?"
"I would like you to take advantage a little Sam. I have had to become difficult to get you to do something. I really think you are a wonderful individual to be able to resist using so much power but I feel bland with this much freedom if nothing happens."
"I am in a very difficult position here Ami as I do not want to take advantage of you or punish you for no reason. Tell me what is you really want."
"I want to feel as if I am yours Sam. The rules gave me that feeling." Sam contemplates that for a few moments.
"Do you want this because it is how you have lived over ninety percent of your life?"
"While that fact probably does not help that is not my reason Sam. I feel as if I owe you everything for what you have done over the last two weeks for me. Is it too much for me to ask you to take advantage of me as repayment?"
"You owe me nothing Ami as Armali paid me for going to Thessia and I was just helping out."
"Sam I felt nothing positive in Galactic Acceptance until the morning you had me strip. I was terribly scared at the time but the fact you showed that you intended no harm gave me hope. Hope that I can live a good life with a family and not be stuck in highly restrictive contracts doing menial jobs. You saved me from myself Sam; I just hope you can see why I feel how I do." Sam considers his options for a couple of moments.
"I am not too keen but, how about having the arms rule back along with only being allowed to wear transparent clothing in the apartment and not use seats in the apartment?" Ami seems to become very happy by that suggestion.
"I am unable to thank you enough for understanding me Sam. I guess that I should look into getting more transparent items and do you wish me to remain standing if I am not able to use seats?"
"You can kneel down or sit on your legs as long as your backside does not touch the floor. With the clothes you can have as much colour as your dress if you wish." She nods with enthusiasm.
"I feel so happy Sam. Do you want them to start now or once we have moved in to the new apartment?"
"Once we have moved in." She nods with a smile. "Is there anything else you wish to tell me?"
"I must thank you again and I encourage you to playfully take advantage of me at any time you wish Sam. Could I kiss you?"
"Not until you have been punished for this evening Ami." She nods, still with a slight smile on her face. "Ok I would like you not speak until told otherwise." She nods. "I would like you take off your clothes Ami." She hesitates for a second but does so leaving them on the floor. "Will you do exactly as I say as I do not want to restrain you with rope." She nods. "I would like you for the remainder of the evening to put your arms behind you but your palms together and your elbows as close to each other as possible." She does as requested. "You are not to move your arms for any reason and you may only stand with your feet no closer together than your shoulders. Is all of that clear?" She nods. Sam picks up her clothing and gestures her to follow him. Sam much to Ami's dismay goes into the kitchen. "I do hope we did not put you off your food this evening."
"I guess this is for the urine incident."
"It is Kate. Would either of you take her off my hands for the evening? You can do anything as long as she is not bruised, nothing is inserted inside her, no melding and you are careful not to touch her neck."
"I will Sam."
"Fosanta?" Kate genuinely shocked at the speed of the agreement.
"Ami you are to treat Fosanta's word as you would mine. You may unless overturned by Fosanta use your arms and act as you like. The only rule which Fosanta cannot change is your ability to talk. Understand?" She nods. "Do you have any questions Fosanta?"
"How easily does she bruise?"
"The best way to guarantee no bruising is to not use physical restraints and only touch her lightly, she will not fight you. Ami will usually behave very well if you ask her to stay in a particular position."
"When would you like her back?"
"Whenever you wish or just before you go to bed."
"Thank you Sam." He nods and leaves with her clothes.
"Why did you agree Fosanta?"
"I think Sam had worse things planned. That and I think Amistathya has the nicest markings. Could you follow me Amistathya?" She nods and follows Fosanta up to their room. Kate sits in the kitchen for a few moments before following. Sam was just coming back down the stairs when Kate was just about to go up them.
"Why did you offer Athya Sam?"
"I felt it was a good punishment Kate given how much she hates being naked. I was going to offer her to Adastra and Seliha if Fosanta said no. I would advise you to go and play with her but just be careful not to bruise her." Sam descends the last two stairs and heads towards the basement. Kate walks up and enters the bedroom where Fosanta was already getting her clothes off.
"Could I ask what you are doing?"
"If you wanted, Amistathya could fuck us both Kate. I will also offer to meld." Kate seemed keener on the idea with that addition and began to get undressed as Fosanta picked the two dildos out of a drawer and gave them to Amistathya. "If we lie on the bed on our sides facing each other and hold our upper leg out of the way with our hand we would not likely kick Amistathya."
"You know when you said you thought Sam had worse plans, he was going to offer her to Seliha and Adastra." Kate getting on the bed and shuffling up close to Fosanta.
"I said. Are you good Kate?"
"Yes." Fosanta nods to Amistathya who kneels on the bed and slowly starts fucking the pair of them. Kate using her free hand pulls Fosanta into a deep kiss, Fosanta's eyes going back as soon as their lips touch. Amistathya changes to pulling on one and pushing on the other which very quickly has an effect given the quiet moans. She speeds up a little which pushes the two of them over the edge. Amistathya seemed relieved the two of them had hold of their legs as they probably would have kicked her. Fosanta breaks the connection and the kiss. "You can stop now." Amistathya does as asked.
"That, was easily the best yet." Fosanta smiling at Kate still half in dreamland.
"Could you clean up?" Amistathya does not nod but very quickly cleans each of the dildos by inserting their entire length into her mouth in one. Once happy they were clean she began to carefully lick Fosanta clean. "Oh goddess I..." Amistathya making her own efforts of the last minute pointless as Fosanta cannot hold back. "I do apologise Amistathya but it is very nice." She continues to clean and is not long before she sits up and looks to Kate.
"Yes please Athya." She nods and shuffles over a little on the bed before doing the same.
"I will be back in a moment Kate." Fosanta exiting the room to find Sam. She assumes he will probably be in the basement and so goes there first. She finds him half way through a film. "Sorry to ask you Sam but do you know what Amistathya likes?" Sam pauses the film.
"In what way Fosanta?"
"What turns her on?"
"She really likes having the inside of her folds lightly touched." Fosanta nods. "Do you mind if I could see you a bit better Fosanta as I have not seen many normal Asari?" Fosanta walks down the stairs to stand under the light. "You have a wonderfully even coloured skin Fosanta. I think Saymera also said Asari like dark blue markings as well."
"They do as a rule. I am also quite proud my body does not show my age."
"This is embarrassing but I do not think I know how old you are."
"No need to worry Sam. I am five hundred and seventy seven."
"Really?" She nods with a smile. "I did not think you were that age Fosanta. I thank you for the opportunity."
"No problem but I must get back." Sam nods and goes back to his film. Fosanta heads back upstairs and sees Amistathya just sitting up, Kate still lying there with a smile on her face.
"I must apologise as I had one more than you. Athya was too playful with her tongue." Fosanta laughs a little. As she walks around to the drawer and takes out the vibrator. "No Fosanta."
"It is not for you Kate. I think we should give Amistathya some thanks. If you could take it." Fosanta hands it over. "Remember what Sam said Kate."
"Nothing inserted I know."
"Amistathya, could you lie on your back and hold your ankles with your hands?" She does as asked. Fosanta gently turns Amistathya's head being careful of her neck. "Once you have had an orgasm I would like you to let go of your ankles." Fosanta hoped she had understood but she had been impeccable up until this point. "Kate whenever you wish." She touches the vibrator against Amistathya which makes her wince in anticipation of something going to happen which does not. Fosanta begins to stroke her folds which makes her close her eyes. Kate moves the vibrator a little and Amistathya lifts her legs off the bed before letting go of her ankles. The two of them move away and she soon sits up. "Amistathya we have been pleased to have use of you. Sam is in the basement." She stands up and gives a deliberate and clear nod of thanks before leaving. "It was a remarkably good opportunity."
"I feel conflicted. On the one hand it was wonderful; on the other it was deliberately taking advantage of her."
"Would you rather have had Seliha take advantage of her?"
"I suppose not and we did reward her. I wonder how long she has been a servant though."
"We know she has had three contracts but no idea how long they were. I wonder if they would be willing to answer a few questions. Only one way to find out, come on Kate."
"You do not want to get dressed?"
"We have all seen each other before now Kate." She reluctantly nods and follows Fosanta down the stairs to the basement. Sam was still watching the film with Amistathya kneeling on the floor next to him. "Are we interrupting?" Sam pauses the film again.
"You are not. I have not seen you in six weeks and then it is twice in one day Fosanta. What is happening?" Sam was clearly joking given his tone.
"I could not be bothered getting dressed. We had a couple of questions."
"I will do my best to answer them."
"Kate wondered how long Amistathya had been a servant."
"She would hate me to be specific but over a hundred years Kate. Could I ask if you had any problems with her?"
"None at all Sam. I must thank you for the opportunity."
"No problem at all Fosanta. Is there anything else?"
"Does Amistathya manipulate you where you understand it is happening but not how or what for?"
"Not quite Fosanta. I have no idea it is happening until after the event then when I look back it makes no sense. I have literally no idea how it is done either which is sometimes a little worrying."
"I appreciate the answers Sam." He nods and the two of them leave the basement.
"Ami you may now speak but you are to remain on your knees until tomorrow morning."
"I understand Sam. I deeply apologise for what I did this evening as it was intentional and silly."
"I appreciate the apology. Fosanta seemed rather impressed with you as well which I am also pleased about."
"I think Fosanta has always wanted to see what having control is like so it was not difficult."
"I agree as she did jump at the opportunity."
"What would you like me to do Sam?"
"I think a drink and then bed. If your knees or skin feel in any way sore please stop and tell me Ami." Sam turning off his computer as he speaks.
"I will." Sam goes up the stairs with Amistathya following with a little difficulty. He walks into the kitchen to find Adastra making a drink.
"Good evening Adastra. What have you been up to?"
"I have had a quick talk to Seliha again about this morning. She feels something but she refuses to admit it."
"It is good to know that she may be starting to soften a little." Ami shuffles in and looks up at the pair of them. "Would you like a drink as well?"
"I would appreciate that Sam as it is not like I can make one." Sam goes to make them as Adastra crouches down with her drink.
"I thought you did not like being naked?"
"I have no choice Adastra otherwise I definitely would not be. If you would kindly not come any closer I would greatly appreciate it."
"I guess this is because of this evening Sam?"
"Yes." Sam thinks for a moment while making the two drinks. He puts one on the table before handing Amistathya hers. Adastra stands up and heads for the door.
"I will speak to you in the morning Sam."
"Sleep well Adastra." She nods as she leaves the kitchen. Sam seems to ponder something while he has his drink.
"Are you ok Sam as you seem conflicted?"
"I will sleep on it. Are you good to go?" Amistathya holds her empty mug out to Sam who takes it and washes it with his own. He places them back in the cupboard after drying them before the two of them head up stairs. Amistathya carefully making progress up the stairs behind Sam.
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Fosanta and Kate exit the bathroom after having a shower. "Could I ask you to explain exactly why you seemed to jump at Sam's offer?"
"You are not going to accept it being a unique opportunity are you?"
"No Fosanta as you seem ridiculously happy." Fosanta sits down on the bed.
"I have always wondered what it would be like to be an owner Kate but I have never had the opportunity, so when Sam offered Amistathya."
"You could not resist." Kate finishing Fosanta's answer.
"Exactly. It felt very wrong having so much control and taking advantage of Amistathya but that just turned me on even more. I am a little envious of Sam."
"Fosanta. I did not have you down as the naughty type." Fosanta blushes a little. "Oh there we go. Fosanta is that your secret?"
"Errm." Fosanta going bright purple in embarrassment. "Please do not say anything Kate. I thought you may have guessed the other day when I was practically having an orgasm from just the thought of you tied up."
"I never thought. I can now see why you jumped at the opportunity. I am not sure what to say now though as I am at a total loss as to what to think of this."
"Could I make a suggestion Kate?" She nods to Fosanta who was still purple. "I cannot believe I am even going to ask this. Would you be willing to play with me like Amistathya just did just once in a while? I will make sure you have fun as well." Kate seems to be a little torn. Fosanta seemed anxious for a response.
"As long as you respect I can say no and you keep it reasonable then I will agree." Fosanta launches herself at Kate flattening her to the bed as she goes in for a kiss. Kate gently pushes her away to see a beaming smile on her face. "How long have you wanted to ask that question?"
"I forced the servitude contract to see if you would stay with me and to see how you did. Ever since I came back Sunday lunch time to take over from Sam my mind has been fizzing at the thought of seeing you so helpless again."
"Why did you not tie me up then Sunday evening?"
"I was both afraid of how you would react when you found out and I was mindful that you had been worked hard over the weekend."
"Can I voice a few things Fosanta?" She nods. "I hope you understand I will never be as good as Athya. If it could be kept to more a special bit of personal time when we do not have work next day I would appreciate it as well."
"I perfectly understand you may make an odd mistake or be reluctant. I will not ask you to do so often and make sure I ask you about anything more difficult before I begin. I will also make sure it is say Friday or Saturday night as I think I would not appreciate it on a work night either."
"Good. Could we try to get some sleep now as I have a busy day tomorrow?" Fosanta gives Kate a hug and a short kiss before moving to her side of the bed and getting in. "Night naughty one." Kate can only laugh at her face going purple yet again. She nods and turns out the light.
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Amistathya enters the bedroom to see Sam already ready for bed. "I am not as quick as you getting up the stairs. Could I ask how I use the toilet and get into bed?"
"You have only just thought of those problems?" She nods. "The toilet one I am sure you can work out something if you are practical enough."
"Do you wish me to sleep on the floor?"
"I have something to clear up with you first Ami before we get to sleeping. As you know I am not keen on taking advantage of you and it has made me a little conflicted. Could I ask you to start a box of things which you are happy to be used at any time and you can be fairly confident will not bruise you?"
"Would you be more enthusiastic if I did so Sam?"
"I still need convincing but I would be happier about considering your encouragement." Ami lightly smiles.
"I will definitely create a box of items for you Sam. I will look into everything tomorrow."
"Since you apologised about this evening as soon as you were allowed, Fosanta seemed happy with you and you have agreed to this then I will let you stand."
"Thank you." Sam nods and Amistathya stands before heading to the bathroom. It is not long before she is in bed with Sam. He shuffles across and wraps his arms around her while going for a kiss. Ami breaks off after a while. "Thank you again Sam for even listening to my requests."
"I am your bondmate as well as your owner Ami which is also why I usually request you to do things so you have the choice to say no. I know you will not but it makes me happier you have the option." She nods and Sam moves back to his side of the bed. "Sleep well Ami."
"I hope you do too Sam." He nods before turning the light out.
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Notes.
I would just like to take a moment as well to say that all characters will eventually be clarified and ends tied. I know Seliha is in a confusing state at the moment but that is deliberate on my part to try and express how she feels. That may make no sense but it will in a few chapters.
Fosanta's back-story (ie parents, childhood stories etc.) and how she will spend some time with Kate later (ie a holiday to some remote wilderness, historical monument, special place from Fosanta's past etc.) is still in rather dire need of some love and I am lacking ideas for them. If any of you have any suggestions then please do PM me on the forums and I will happily consider them even if they are vague.
Reviews are always nice for me to read and they do honestly give me a sense that people care about the story and its characters. I understand that they take time to write or you may not want to in which case a quick rating would be appreciated.
The next chapter will be posted on the 18th of August.
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