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Chapter 49 - Bonding
Saturday 18th February 2017
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Adastra and Seliha walk into the kitchen to find Kate and Fosanta just finishing their breakfast. "Good morning you two. What are your plans today?" Seliha looks to Adastra for an answer.
"Well I would quite like to try this new bioamp out at some time Fosanta. Possibly in the garden as it looks like a nice day. I guess you two have something planned?"
"We were thinking of a shopping trip into Nos Astra. It may be nice to see if I can get something else to wear as I am a little bored with my fairly limited selection."
"I would advise you to be careful Kate as some items can become transparent as they warm up."
"Really?" Kate looking to Fosanta.
"I have seen them before but they are not that common Kate. Adastra's advice is sound though as you should at least check each item carefully as some may expose areas you may not be comfortable doing so."
"You make it sound like it is going to be awful Fosanta. Just something basic would be nice."
"We will see what you can get when we get there Kate. Are you ready to leave now?"
"I am. I will see you both later." Adastra and Seliha nod as Kate and Fosanta leave.
"Since we have the house to ourselves we should have some fun."
"The present we got from Athya, same one as last time Seliha and the dining room." Seliha seems pleased with that idea given the broad smile on her face.
"I love your wild ideas at times." Seliha moves her chair a little closer to Adastra as she continues to eat her breakfast.
"I would still like to do some testing with this new bioamp at some time but that can wait. I want some fun for a change."
"I feel the same Adastra."
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"Hello Sam, Athya. How are you both this morning?"
"I feel good, I am glad this week is over to be honest though Silana. I guess Hymara and Lianta are not up yet?"
"Not yet Sam."
"That is ok. I thought it would be good to sort out a number of outstanding issues today."
"Issues like what Sam?" Amistathya sounding a little worried.
"Maybe issues was the wrong word Ami. Silana needs to decide on her method of identification, I thought it would be nice to see what was in your box that you made up. I also feel it is only fair of me to show you the jet engine that powered my computer on the Enlighten." Amistathya seems to get a little giddy about that opportunity.
"As I said yesterday Sam, I am happy enough with something similar to what Athya has."
"I will sort it out in a minute once I have finished this." Sam pointing to the bowl with the spoon. Silana nods and patiently waits for Sam and Amistathya to finish. "I think the storage room would be best to sort all this out." Sam gets up and walks there with Amistathya and Silana following him. Amistathya locks the door after Silana has entered. Sam pulls a piece of rope out of one of the boxes before taking a seat on the floor. "Silana, if you could kindly sit on the floor in front of me facing away from me I would appreciate it." Silana does as she is asked and Sam measures her neck before beginning to braid the piece of rope.
"Would you like me to bring my box over Sam?" Amistathya feeling like she needs to be doing something.
"Please Ami. Just place it next to me and I will look when I am finished." She goes to her little section of boxes and finds the right one before bringing it over and placing it to the left of Sam. She kneels down next to Sam and watches the rope being weaved into shape. Sam soon seems happy with the design and ties it in place around Silana's neck. Sam ensures the knot is not going to come undone before cutting the excess off. "You will have to tell me if it is uncomfortable Silana as I could easily make slightly differently. You can turn around if you wish." Silana does so and has a feel with her hand before moving her head.
"I have grown used to the light fabric strips Sentix use Sam so I can feel the bulk of the rope. It however is not restricting my movement or tight so I am happy with it." Sam shuffles back a little and pulls Amistathya's box to sit in front of him.
"I am glad that you are happy with it Silana. While I admit it is a little more obvious on you than on Ami given your slightly greener skin colour, it looks good." Silana nods with a smile seemingly waiting to see it for herself. "Let me see what sky blue put in the box." Sam opens the top and goes rummaging around before laughing.
"What is so funny Sam?" Silana curious. Sam closes the box up.
"Do you trust us Silana?"
"I do Sam but I am a little worried now as to why you are asking."
"Would you be willing to be Ami's servant for the day?"
"If that is what you wish Sam then yes." Sam looks to Amistathya who has a smile on her face.
"I have not shown you what is in my other two boxes yet Sam but I would quite like to see the jet engine first." Sam gets up and goes to the corner and takes a few boxes off the top of the larger box.
"Can I have some help as it weighs a bit?" The two blue ones help Sam lift the engine out of the box, the stainless steel casing a blue black colour from the heat when it was used on the Enlighten. "I will explain in brief what it does. The air goes in the front and gets compressed. This compressed air is then used to burn fuel and the high pressure gas is used to drive a turbine. The turbine shaft turns the alternator to make electricity and the hot gas goes through this heat exchanger to cool the gas and reduce the noise made."
"I have seen something similar in a museum Sam. I think that one used liquid fuel, I see yours uses gas."
"Actually it can use either Silana but I had it using hydrogen on the Enlighten hence why it has the gas inlet open." Amistathya seemed more interested in carefully spinning the compressor blades around.
"I guess this is your species level of technology?"
"My computer in the other room would be more representative of the standard technology available Silana. This is more something based on old principles and is certainly not efficient. It does the job and that is about it."
"I understand. It seems Athya is more interested in looking inside." She looks up to Sam and Silana before smiling.
"I cannot see much other than more blades but it is very smooth."
"If it was not it would shake itself apart Ami. Also there are five sets of blades in the compressor so I doubt you would be able to see through." She nods and gives the blades another spin before standing up. "Are you going to show me what is in your other two boxes now Ami?"
"I will." She goes over to where she has stacked her boxes and opens the top most one before taking out three items that were individually packed in transparent packets. "You seemed to appreciate the design of my transparent dress Sam and I found it comfortable to wear. I did have the option of making a third so I made it a little larger than my own measurements as I thought it would make a good gift Sam."
"Is that of the same design as well Ami?" She nods. "I am not sure who else would appreciate it in that case as Kate did not seem too interested and she is quite similar in size to you."
"It is a very similar design Sam." Amistathya opens the first packet and unfurls the first of her new dresses. It was a little less shocking than her other two but no less intriguing. The basic colour was blue however it had small yellow lines in it which matched her collar. There was a swirl that curls around from her chest around the body to the bottom of the skirt at the right hand side the swirl itself just making the blue and the yellow lighter in colour.
"I like the design Athya. Do you make these yourself?"
"I do and to be honest they are quite simple to make Silana. Do you like it Sam?"
"It is less over the top than the other two but it still seems you." Amistathya smiles before carefully folding it up and putting it to one side. She gets out the second one from its packet and unfurls it to reveal a plain black dress. She laughs at Sam's confusion.
"Is this a plain one for more common occasions Athya?" She shakes her head to Silana who looks as confused as Sam. "But it is plain Athya."
"Does it turn a different colour in sunlight or something?" Sam trying to think what would make it different. Amistathya moves her hand to show a multicoloured hand print, red where it had been warmed up the most then yellow, green and blue before going back to black as it cooled. "Now I really like that design. It is very much you."
"Thank you Sam."
"I am just trying to think what it would look like when you are wearing it Athya. I guess the skirt will be black or blue and your top half yellow and red?"
"I do not know myself to be honest. They had the option available for this material and thought I should try it. The third design is transparent except for three stripes of this material which covers the breasts and between the legs."
"Well that rules out Adastra or Seliha getting it then Ami. I doubt either of them will wish to show their markings."
"I hope you do not mind me asking to at least look at it as I have not seen a transparent dress before even if it is just a partial one." Amistathya nods before opening up the third packet and unfurls it to reveal exactly as she had described excluding the dildo in the same colour changing material sticking up in the middle, which was obvious through the transparent material. Silana seems to gain a slight purple tinge as her ability to form words eludes her.
"I guess you like the design then Silana as it seems to have got the reaction I usually look for. Would you like to try it on? Sam does have a point in that I doubt Seliha or Fosanta would want it and Adastra will not." Amistathya smiling towards Silana.
"Is that what I think it is?" Silana pointing to the black object in the middle. Amistathya nods.
"Silana I am staying here until you make a decision as I need to make sure Ami does not force you."
"I was only offering Silana the possibility Sam." Amistathya trying to sound a little hurt but clearly faking it.
"The smile on your face makes it hard for me to believe you Ami. Silana do you have any thoughts one way or the other?"
"I would have been more enthusiastic had it not got the extra bit. If I can ask to take it off if it is uncomfortable then I would be curious to find out."
"I feel you may need Ami's help Silana as given the difficulty in getting Ami out of her transparent one I guess getting in is not all that easy. I will make a drink for when you arrive back in the kitchen." Sam leaves the room and Silana turns to Amistathya.
"What did Sam mean by it not being easy to get you out?" Amistathya turns the dress around and opens up the hole.
"It is just a little fiddly given this is where you get in and out of. It works well Silana and it is much more comfortable than you think." She folds the dress into three and holds it out to Silana who takes it but looks a little confused. Amistathya grabs a bottle out of another box. "It is better if we go to the bathroom Silana as things can get a little messy." Amistathya walks towards the door and Silana seemed to grasp she is to leave and follow her as well. Sam gives them a nod as they walk past the kitchen.
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"I guess this is not going to be piles of clothes and you get to look at and pick which you want physically."
"Some places are like that Kate but most on Illium are a holographic booth which projects various clothing onto you and then you collect your choice at the order desk. You would probably love going around some of the smaller market alleys in Serrice. You can quite literally find everything and you have the chance to physically look at and most places will tend to be accommodating to various sizes as well."
"That is something I have not considered. Since I seem to be a little shorter than most Asari it could be a problem."
"You are only the same size as Amistathya Kate so I think you will be ok. There is some variation in clothing sizes just do not expect more than five and typically three from smallest to largest."
"I guess I will be looking at small then?"
"You will Kate. I will be with you if you need any help at all."
"You will likely have to look around for bras which will fit you as they tend not to do larger cup sizes on their smaller lines as it is very rare for smaller Asari to have larger than average breasts Kate."
"I appreciate that Yasmari. I understand that I may be a difficult case in some situations given I am not an Asari. I was however intending to look for some underwear so that comment was helpful to me."
"I would recommend waiting until you go to Thessia for dresses Kate unless you find one you particularly like. I admit they are generally more expensive but you can find some very creative designs and usually at the smaller stores you can speak to the actual designer. It can be quite interesting where they get their inspiration from."
"I will do that Selayla. I just want some basic items for work that are not too smart. Usarta has not expressed that I should wear a dress which is good for me as I am more comfortable like I am."
"We should be there in a minute anyway." Fosanta saying from the pilots seat to the shuttles occupants.
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Amistathya helps Silana slide the dummy amplifier into place. "You should have a look at yourself in the mirror Silana." Amistathya standing back and smiling.
"I still cannot understand how you can find having something inside you as you walk comfortable." Silana walks over to the mirror in a slightly self conscious manner before having a look. "I do have to say I really like the look even if it does have its drawbacks."
"I think the bit of yellow and orange on the stripes just suit you Silana. Are you happy to go down stairs to show Sam?" Silana has a final look in the mirror before nodding. The two of them leave and head downstairs to just find Sam at the table.
"You look rather appealing Silana but what is more important is what you think."
"I like the look Sam; I am still not sure about the extra bit inside however. It is not uncomfortable just a little annoying."
"How do you like your collar?"
"It is certainly something different which is nice Sam. As you said it is a little more obvious on me but it is not like it is bright green like my old one was."
"That did look a little silly on you I have to admit. Anyway Hymara and Lianta have gone out to some shooting range or something with Imphaya and Aumarva so they will not be back for a while. I guess lunch and then Sentix to view the hull."
"I like the sound of that Sam. Silana are you happy to wear that to Sentix?"
"Ermm." She looks down at her body. "I am not sure Olissa will be too impressed."
"You do not need to impress Olissa now Silana. She is no longer your owner and it is not like you are exposing anything that anyone could consider inappropriate."
"You have a point and I keep forgetting you are my owner now. You treat me so well it is very easy to forget so I apologise Sam." He laughs a little.
"It is not a problem Silana as I understand it may take a few days for you to settle. I do however think Ami would quite like an answer to her question."
"I will Athya but I will be unwilling to look at the hull with you Sam."
"Can I ask why?"
"I cannot wear a harness with this given the skirt Sam. After I fell and cut my back I would rather not work on unfinished ships without one."
"That is fair enough. I guess given it sounds like you did not have one prior to the accident that Sentix do not provide them?"
"You are correct Sam as it would cost them millions to do so and then have ongoing costs for new rope. It costs them less to have some servants under the ship to biotically catch fallers." The three of them begin to make lunch.
"I think I will have to see about getting one tomorrow as I would rather look after myself than hope someone who is barely getting paid is paying attention below. I guess getting one in a design that suits me could be a challenge though."
"I could always design one for you Sam." He considers the offer for a few moments.
"Now that would be a nice idea but only if I can approve the design Ami as I know you too well." Amistathya nods. "I have a feeling it will not be here for Monday so I guess getting some rope from Nos Astra tomorrow would suffice."
"I am going to have to move my belongings out of my room at Sentix sometime soon Sam. Olissa has not mentioned a time yet but I guess sooner would be better."
"We have extra room in the skycar given Hymara and Lianta are out so we could bring a few things back with us this afternoon."
"I like that idea."
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Kate and Fosanta walk in to the house with several bags to find Adastra and Seliha on the seats looking quite happy with themselves. "I guess you two have had a good morning."
"We have Kate. My bioamp is a little strange this time Fosanta so your test data on your sensors could be a bit unexpected."
"Why do you say that Adastra?"
"Well it seems the amplifier turns the passive limiter into an active one at times."
"Well to be honest that is for the amplifier specialists such as Seliha and Whesiva to solve for you Adastra. I am however interested in what the issue may be though."
"I will have to wait on the test data to speculate." Fosanta nods to Seliha. "How was your morning?"
"It is quite difficult to get anything nice but basic to be honest unless you like white. Also we definitely have a reporter problem now as I think they have worked out that we are together."
"How bad were they Kate as Sam has not complained much since coming back from the Citadel?"
"It was the fact they followed us everywhere which got annoying. Kalawa, Swathana, Selayla and Yasmari seemed rather busy keeping an eye on them and trying to keep them away from us. I was also made aware to keep opinions and plans to a minimum as that would likely to become tomorrow's news."
"It is quite different to what I have been used to before Adastra. You two may not be too bad as I think they are more interested in Kate and Sam."
"If one of them annoys me too much then I hope I can resist the temptation to injure them."
"I am sure you can Seliha. So what did you get then Kate?"
"Mostly t-shirts and trousers for work as I do not have many good things and I do have to be somewhat presentable. I listened to your advice earlier about being careful for things going transparent. I did not find any but the amount of clothing which was a little revealing was surprising."
"It is worse on Thessia for the nice items Kate but there is much more choice so it is possible to avoid with a bit of searching. I have only had one dress other than the one Sam got me because of my markings and the amount they revealed. I have been tempted to do the same as Athya did and rent some time on a rapid manufacturing machine but to get the most out of them for intricate designs you ideally need machine specific software which none of the fabrication houses seem to offer."
"So how do people use them if the software does not work?"
"It would be fine to make baggier clothing Kate but getting something like Athya made takes quite a few manual adjustments to make right. I guess Athya knows what to change to get the best out of them. You are also limited in your material choice and I quite like natural fabrics as especially on Illium or equatorial areas of Thessia the temperature can get rather warm."
"I understand Adastra. Still I should not need to get much more for a while now." She nods to Kate. "So did you just try out your bioamps?"
"No we also took advantage of there being no one around. I think we wiped all the mess off the table."
"Why the dining room table Seliha?" Fosanta wondered why they could not stick to their bedroom or their bathroom.
"It was Adastra's idea." Kate wondered whether the innocence from Seliha was real or fake.
"It was, I apologise to you both but it was a good opportunity to not be limited to the bedroom since everyone was out. I also really enjoyed it for a change and I think Seliha did as well."
"I best put my clothes away and make sure the table is clean then."
"I will make a drink for you both." Kate and Fosanta nod to Adastra before they take their bags upstairs.
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Silana lands the skycar close to the main entrance of Sentix Spaceworks. "I am feeling rather nervous now actually."
"You will be fine Silana, just know you look good." She nods to Amistathya and the three of them make their way down a floor. They walk through the double doors into the reception area.
"Good afternoon you three. Olissa said I should expect you to arrive to view the potential hull for your transport ship. I admit it is a little, different, to see you not as a servant Silana."
"I guess you mean not as a Sentix servant Omepha."
"Yes my apologies. Your dress is rather intriguing." Silana nods.
"I see you are already enjoying your new contract Silana." A voice distinctly like Olissa's came from behind them. The three of them look around as she walks past.
"It is Athya's design and she wondered if I wished to try it on. I quite like the look to be honest Olissa."
"As long as you do not intend on working in a dress then I do not mind as long as you are reasonably modest."
"Surely you should be telling me this Olissa not Silana? I do however have no intention in asking her to work in a dress."
"I have got used to Silana being one of ours Sam, sorry. Anyway I have some news for you. The hull we intended to offer had a structural flaw. It was not found when it was made as it was to be a demonstration ship only. Your ship is to be built in manufacturing three and you can go and see it if you wish."
"When did Sentix start building ships in manufacturing Olissa?" Silana obviously confused.
"To manufacture a passenger transport from nothing to a bare ship ready to be wired, plumbed and decorated takes between ten and thirty days usually as there are a lot of parts that need connecting together. We have a larger ship coming in on Thursday for new thrusters, a bit of damage repair and an aesthetic overhaul. We will likely need manufacturing three to make the parts for this ship but since the current work we have is only occupying manufacturing one and two we felt it was viable to produce your transport as one main part."
"I see Silana is still confused but I have three questions. The first is why do you not do this more often? The second is will it be to the same standard and finally when will it be complete?"
"It should be complete and in a hanger on Thursday Sam. We are just hoping Armali deliver the thrusters on Monday to be installed. The quality will be the same as our usual parts so you do not need to worry about that. We do not offer such rapid builds to clients because we can usually be manufacturing parts for several ships on the same manufacturing machine at the same time. This way we are blocking use to an entire machine for five days for just one ship. Having more than one ships parts being made at a time also gives us flexibility to manufacture spares for urgent repairs in between other parts."
"I can see the logic and reasoning behind that. I just have two more questions. The first is the design file only included a colour option for exterior hull decoration but nothing else therefore how does that work? The second is Silana pointed out that she still has not been able to move out of her living space that you gave her. When therefore does she need to have vacated it by?"
"You have until the end of the month. Please remember Sam that we are to cover costs to allow Silana to be with you. If you wish you can message Omepha with a list of items and we will come up with a fair amount to compensate you."
"I will do that when I get a spare moment later."
"Back to talking about your ship. Given the size of the fusion core and the heat generation of the thrusters we are to offer you a ribbed hull surface. This is made of porous ceramic by the manufacturing machine to allow us to add colours to it afterwards. You should get a design file from our design department early next week which you can change to your liking."
"Olissa you have not mentioned about the transport registration."
"Thank you for reminding me Omepha." She nods from behind the desk. "Sam your private passenger transport ship will have the designation SSPL-372032 but can also have a registered name listed alongside it. If you have an idea of one already you can specify it now or you can send it in a message to me before Monday."
"I have a suggestion of rapture for you both. I would like to hear what you two think or if you have an idea."
"What does it mean Sam?"
"To be transported to a positive place by, or the expression of, a strong positive emotion Ami. Why I thought of that word first out of the thousands I could have picked from I do not know but I feel it fits well."
"I like it as well Sam. What do you think Silana?"
"It means nothing to me Athya as I do not know the language it originates from. Given the definition it sounds appropriate however."
"Is that an agreement from the two of you then?" The two of them nod, Silana being a little less enthusiastic. "I think we have an agreement on rapture then Olissa. I think you can nearly spell it as it sounds in Asari but my pronunciation skills are not that good."
"You are correct in that I can get a spelling that is close to how it sounds. I will attempt to register the transport as SSPL-Rapture but if not it would have to be an alias."
"I appreciate that. I think we best have a quick look at the ship before making our way back as it is getting late."
"Have a good weekend you three. I am sure you can find your own way to manufacturing three."
"I am sure we can Olissa." She nods before leaving the reception area. "Great I forgot to ask what SSPL means."
"Sentix Spaceworks Passenger Liner Sam. The numerics are formed from the number of years we have been producing ships and the sequential numbering of ships in the year. We only produce about a hundred and fifty transports per year as we specialise more in larger ship construction and general maintenance."
"I appreciate the detailed explanation Omepha. I will likely see you again on our way out."
"You should." Sam nods before the three of them go through to doors to the side of the reception desk into the long corridor. They take a smaller transportation vehicle and follow the signs on the wall to manufacturing three.
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Silana gets the three of them through the security door and into the observation area of manufacturing three. They walk through onto a balcony overlooking a large manufacturing hall, the giant printer making a low rumble throughout the room as it moves around.
"Well this is an impressive sized manufacturing machine."
"Manufacturing two is much more impressive and has two heads but this is probably the largest single head machine on Illium."
"You could probably produce an entire house in here." Silana laughs.
"Probably more than one considering the printing area is fifty by thirty by thirty metres Sam. These machines produce parts for the hangers when they need repair."
"I do not blame Sentix for doing that as it is undoubtedly cheaper then buying in premade material." Silana nods in agreement as the three of them lean over the rail looking down at the printing area.
"Can I ask what it is making?"
"It is making a mould along with the lower half of the hull Athya. It is needed to hold it off the ground and to provide a base. This mould will just separate from the hull once it is complete."
"It is impressively quick at moving around which is surprising considering it must weigh a lot."
"If you look carefully on the head and movement beams you will see black boxes which are small element zero cores Sam."
"Ahh, so it is essentially just air resistance it has to work against?"
"I do not know the answer to that Sam. It may just reduce the weight a bit to make it more accurate."
"Well it is interesting to watch but it is not going to be finished before we have to leave so we may as well go back to the apartment."
"Am I going to get to go to collect some items from my room?"
"Of course Silana." She nods and the three of them walk out of manufacturing three.
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"I am a bit bored of sitting around the house in an evening. What would you say to an evening in Nos Astra Seliha?"
"I think I would be interested in that offer. Do you have an idea where?" Adastra shakes her head and Seliha thinks for a few moments. "How about going to Essence?"
"I guess that is more of a bar with a dance floor venue?"
"It is but I am bored of Eternity."
"To be fair I am as well. Imphaya and Aumarva are somewhere this evening with Hymara and Lianta so which of the other two pairs would you prefer Seliha?"
"Ideally neither but it you have to have someone then I am not bothered as long as you speak to them before we leave."
"I can do that Seliha. I will go and see which of them would like to go with us." She nods and Adastra gets up from the sofa to go to the other house. Adastra walks out of the door to see Selayla, Swathana, Kalawa and Yasmari in the garden so she walks over to them. "I guess you got bored of being inside?"
"We have a garden and we may as well appreciate it Adastra. Could I ask if you need us for something?"
"Unfortunately I do Kalawa. Seliha and myself would quite like to go to Essence which Seliha says is more of a nightclub. Which of you would like to come along with us since Imphaya and Aumarva are elsewhere?"
"I would be rather keen to do so Adastra." Selayla obviously sensed an opportunity to do something different.
"I think myself and Selayla would be willing Adastra. We have been warned in the past by Hymara and Lianta to keep an eye on Seliha. Is that still the case?"
"All you need to do is protect us from other individuals Kalawa. Seliha however wished me to say please let her do as she wishes unless it hurts others."
"I think we can be reasonable and non-intrusive since you are not going to be with Kate or Sam Adastra."
"I will be back in a few minutes then. I just need to get Seliha." Kalawa nods and Adastra makes her way past the pond back to the house. She walks in to find Fosanta and Kate with Seliha in the seating area.
"I have heard you are going out. I guess that means you need to borrow some security?"
"That is where I have just been Fosanta. Selayla and Kalawa said they would be willing to go with us. You are both welcome to come along to the nightclub as well if you wish."
"I think we will be fine Adastra." Seliha gets up from her seat and walks to Adastra.
"I hope you both have a good evening and do not cause to much trouble for Selayla and Kalawa."
"They assured me they would be non-intrusive which is certain to lead to an easy night Fosanta. It is likely we will be late back so I hope you both have a good evening."
"I am sure we will. I look forward to hearing about your evening tomorrow."
"We will see what happens Fosanta." The two of them leave the house.
"I think a seat upstairs with a drink would make a change rather than being down here with little to do." Kate nods and the two of them go into the kitchen to make their drinks.
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"You did not have much in the way of personal belongings did you Silana?"
"You cannot afford most things as a servant Sam and what you can you need to be extremely sure you will get a lot of use from. It is one of the reasons I only had a large datapad and barely anything else as most of what I wanted to do I could do on that."
"So your only entertainment was a datapad?"
"You appreciate what you have when you would otherwise have nothing Sam. I have had jobs where I have had nothing other than a sheet and a floor to sleep on, no bed or mattress. Sentix did at least provide the respectful minimum."
"I appreciate you telling me about that Silana. I guess you would like to take the dress off though?"
"I would but it is oddly comforting as well. I was not all that happy with it to begin with." Sam, Silana and Amistathya walk up the stairs to the bathroom.
"I think as long as you are happy with it then I think Ami will be happy it was not a waste making it."
"It has not been a waste Athya even though I think it is the weirdest design I have seen." Amistathya nods as Sam locks the door of the bathroom. "Someone is going to have to explain to me what to do to get out." Amistathya looks to Sam.
"I guess from Ami's expression that she will help get your head through and I will be the one helping your body out. I know from last weekend that you were not too comfortable in more intimate situations Silana. I have a funny feeling it is I help or you stay in the dress."
"I am ok with you helping Sam." He nods as Amistathya takes out the dummy bioamp.
"Adastra really hated her bioamp at first. Did you find it uncomfortable?"
"They really are uncomfortable at first Sam, especially if you have not worn them before but you do soon begin to ignore it. You are always unconsciously aware that it is there but it does not cause any annoyance. Since I have had one before it was only uncomfortable for the first hour or so."
"If you would bend over as I push my hands up your front Silana it will help your body slide out." Sam pushes his hands in either side of Silana's waist and begins to push his hands up her front. "I guess you can see why I warned you now Silana."
"I can." Silana keeping it brief probably because of Sam having his hands over her breasts. Amistathya helps Silana get her head through being mindful of the rope collar. Sam pulls her shoulders back and through the hole, her arms still half in the dress. "I now understand what you meant about it being difficult to remove." Silana tries to get her hips through the opening but as she bends over to slide her arms down her legs the material tightens. "I hate to ask but would one of you be willing to help me?"
"I will Silana." Sam slides his arms in and down either side of Silana's legs soon getting her hips through and letting her step out of the dress. "I was wondering why you asked me to help you with your dress Ami."
"It is the lubricant that makes it want to stay where it is Sam. Silana you look like you did last weekend."
"Sorry Athya. I am a little tentative as I am not sure expressing what I am feeling is appropriate."
"Silana please do express yourself as I feel it is better we are honest to each other."
"I am a little embarrassed as I hate to admit it but I feel a little aroused after wearing that dress."
"It is hardly inappropriate to mention that Silana. I have two questions before considering your feelings. First is do you still have negativity towards having some more personal time with myself and Ami? The reason I ask is I think you would appreciate feeling a little more a part of the apartment family."
"I would like that Sam as long as it is fairly simple as it has been a while since I have had personal contact."
"I am sure you can handle what I am thinking of Silana. My second question is do you have anywhere other than the obvious that you like being touched?"
"Could you give a better description Sam?"
"Ami likes having the inside of her folds being delicately stroked. I was wondering if you had something similar."
"I quite like running my fingers down the back of my neck if that is what you mean. I need to warn you some Asari particularly hate others doing so Sam as some describe it as a choking feeling."
"I will remember that Silana. In regards to the first question my idea was to use the coloured markers that came with the ritual. I was just wondering if you would like to help draw on myself and Ami, and also be someone to be drawn upon."
"I would need some convincing in that case as I would really prefer not to have any marks put on my hands, neck or face.
"The rules I was thinking of are, no offensive imagery and no text of any kind. Nothing is to be drawn on the face or neck. I am looking at you particularly Ami as I know you would have done all three of those if you were allowed. I hope that makes you a little happier Silana." She nods.
"Who decides what is classed as offensive imagery Sam?"
"If the markings last less than three days I will let whoever is drawing decide Ami. If it is longer than that and I end up disapproving, it will be a long week for whoever made the markings. I hope that is clear."
"It is Sam. Silana are you thinking of joining us or would you rather decide tomorrow. I will give you a vibrator if you decide now."
"As long as it is nothing I can be too displeased with then I will Athya." She nods before leaving the bathroom. "I feel as if she enjoys being manipulative."
"Think about how I must feel at times Silana. You may be starting to understand now why I said being in the ducts on the transport with Ami may be a bit infuriating." Silana nods with a small smile. "I will leave you to enjoy yourself and have a shower. I will probably speak to you again in the morning so I hope you sleep well."
"I hope you do as well Sam." He nods and leaves to wait outside the bathroom for Amistathya to reappear from downstairs.
"I will meet you in the bedroom when you have finished Ami." She nods and Sam goes to his bedroom.
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"Could I ask why you are getting undressed?" Kate seems more confused than anything but does not seem to turn away.
"It feels right since we have the entire house to ourselves this evening and it is a Saturday." Kate sighs. "What is wrong Kate as you have been a little quiet this afternoon?"
"Nothing. It is just sometimes I wish I could feel more enthusiastic with you Fosanta."
"Would you like to explain a little better Kate?" Fosanta sounding a little worried.
"I just wish sometimes that I preferred females to males Fosanta. While you have a wonderful body I just cannot fully appreciate it and that makes me feel a little undeserving."
"Why do you feel depressed this evening Kate?" Kate sighs.
"I heard a child talking to her mother this morning while we were in Nos Astra. She was asking where her father was and her mother just said she found a new male partner. I am just a little frightened that the same may occur with me in a few years."
"You are not telling me something Kate. Are you having doubts about us?"
"No Fosanta. It was however a wake up to the odd partnership and also the fact I will never be a mother."
"I unfortunately have no helpful advice. I am not sure if the Asari Republics would like you to actually mother a child of your species Kate."
"I sometimes wonder if I made the right decision to come out here. I admit it has been a wonderful opportunity and a good experience but it is not quite like home."
"I think you should have a talk to Sam Kate. He may at least be able to at least give you a little comfort." She nods and goes to the console to set up a video call.
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Sam just gets into the bedroom and his Omni-tool beeps at him. He looks down and sees that it is a video call from Kate which he accepts. "Hello Kate, sorry about me not wearing anything but I was just about to get into bed after having a shower." Sam laughs at Kate's expression. "I will put a t-shirt on if it makes you more comfortable."
"It is up to you Sam."
"I will not then as I will only have to take it off again. Can I ask why you video called me?"
"I am sorry but I am feeling a little alone out here if you understand what I mean. Fosanta suggested I should call you."
"I am well aware what you mean Kate, I have over the last couple of weeks felt the same at times. Can I ask what has caused you to reflect on this? Ami being ill was my cause so I hope it is not that Fosanta is ill."
"She is fine Sam. I just overheard a conversation this morning in Nos Astra which has made me sit back and think."
"And yet you have to call me and not talk this through with Fosanta. Do you have doubts about you two?"
"I had always intended to have a child at some time in my future and Fosanta would not be able to provide that. Given that and the fact it is a same gender relationship it just gives me some odd feelings." Sam ponders that for a moment as Amistathya walks through the door to the bedroom and looks towards the bed to see Sam sat up messing with his Omni-tool.
"Are you trying to find mute?"
"No I am talking to Kate Ami." Amistathya smiles and begins to strip off. "I have no idea what to really say Kate. I was just feeling lonely and a talk to Selayla and then Ami helped with that. I have no idea how to advise you and I am not sure that a human child would be a good idea until there are a few others with us. I mean if there are any complications at birth it would be difficult to provide the medical support for a species that is unknown."
"I understand that Sam. I just feel that coming out here was perhaps a rash decision, perhaps I am just not a pioneer." Amistathya gets on the bed and cuddles up to Sam. "Hello Athya. This is rather awkward seeing you two naked on a console screen."
"I guess it is rather like cheap porn." Sam puts his right arm behind Amistathya had gives her left breast a gentle squeeze.
"This can wait until tomorrow."
"I apologise Kate but it was too tempting and I know Ami does not mind." She nods in agreement when Kate looks to her.
"I will go back to your comment Kate and say that we are all pioneers in one way or another. Fosanta has also taken a step into the unknown with wanting to be with you."
"I think it is more difficult for Kate than it is for myself Ami as she is female. You are the only individual who knows if you can be happy with a female partner Kate as it would mean you playing more of a male role. The only advice I can give is you need to find a way to appreciate Fosanta. You need to make your wishes clear to Fosanta to help with that otherwise you will be left with a bland relationship that goes nowhere."
"I mean no offence Sam but I find males to be simple individuals and I am not sure I would be happy playing that role."
"Could I ask what you mean by simple Kate?"
"Easy to please Athya."
"Sam is easy to keep happy but not the easiest individual to please Kate. I very much doubt you are all that different really."
"Ami has a point and I think this week has just caused you be stressed Kate. I suggest that you need to relax and have a bit of quiet time with Fosanta this evening. I am not sure where I would be without some personal time together with Ami in a relaxing atmosphere. It could well be worth you trying it out."
"It is not that simple Sam."
"Just try this tonight Kate as it is worth a try. Grab a duvet, a drink, go to your top room and sit together naked on one of the large comfy chairs. All you then need to do is talk between the two of you what you would like from each other and what you like about each other."
"I will think about it."
"I will ask Fosanta tomorrow if you have Kate as Sam's suggestion is a good one. If you are anything like Sam you need physical interaction."
"I will talk to you both tomorrow."
"Have a good night Kate." She nods before ending the call. "I think Kate is just having a bit of an off few days at the moment."
"I feel that you are likely right, especially after what happened on Tuesday." Sam nods as he is still fiddling on his Omni-tool. "What are you doing now?"
"I am thinking about needing to have a talk with you while we are on the topic of quiet time together."
"What about Sam?"
"Well first while I complete this, I was confused as to why I had this slight anxious feeling while touching Silana's breasts. I thought I was getting over it after I had no real issue with you when getting you out of your transparent dress. I also had no issue at all now and I was wondering if you had an idea why."
"You knew exactly how to treat me from when you hugged me in bed. Your other three experiences were probably from a lack of interaction or a high expectation from them."
"I guess that makes sense. I will explain what I have been doing now. After we got the passenger transport from Sentix I looked at my republics profile at the assets tied to me. I was quite surprised to find I have the ability to modify some of them remotely. That got me wondering how interested you would be in me pressing this button." Sam pointing to a button labelled submit on the Omni-tool screen.
"I am not sure why you are asking me Sam."
"I thought you were the one wanting the contract ending and I was the one with doubts Ami?"
"Oh. While I would truly appreciate you doing so, you are the only individual who can make the decision Sam." A restrained giddiness just about slipping out with her words.
"I think I would like to hear what is likely to happen afterwards first. This contract has been my safety net from you at times and letting it go is a little scary for me Ami."
"I may be scary and unexpected at times Sam but I could never harm you and I will always look after you, I can promise you that. I would quite like to discuss a couple of other things after the contract has ended." She gives Sam a short kiss.
"I really hope this is a good thing." Sam presses the button before turning his arm so that Ami can see that the contract has been ended. "Would you be willing to say what you will and will not be doing now Ami?"
"Yes. I will keep the arm rule and the transparent clothing one Sam as the first is now a habit and the second I appreciate. The no chairs rule I feel is pointless now that Silana does not have it so that is going. You can still consider me as yours Sam and I will still try to do as you ask and not go against you. I also hope now that the contract has ended that you can find the courage to take advantage of me a little."
"I am a little less reluctant now that I cannot force you Ami. I am however worried as to what may happen to me though."
"I have two things to say Sam. The first is when we had that long meld on Monday night I took the time to make some changes. It helped take my mind off the pain and gave me some comfort for the future." Sam sighs.
"This is more what I was expecting." Amistathya smiles.
"Could I connect to you to show you what I have done?" Sam nods and closes his eyes.
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"I am a little confused as to why you did not say embrace eternity?" Sam asking from his chair as the grey glow from the fire illuminates the area around him. The grey of the flames getting tinted with orange before the full colour makes itself known.
"I felt you were happy enough with me just giving you warning last time Sam. If you would rather I told you when I was to try to form a connection I can do so."
"It is ok Ami. I can prepare myself reasonably well as long as I know to expect it. You said you wished to show me what you have done? I can see you've added transparent doors to the bookshelves myself though."
"I have and I will explain why. I must first say that if anyone forcefully melds with you then critical information will become difficult to obtain as the doors will not open. This will leave you very confused and likely scared Sam. I hope that it never needs to happen and I need you to know that your mind will eventually reset everything back to normal afterwards. That however could take several days and a lot of frustration as you would only be able to regain access to so much at once."
"I guess that is so I cannot end up like your mother?"
"Yes Sam. I never want that happening to anyone that is close to me again. I do not want this to have a debilitating impact on you either Sam so I have also made copies of some critical data in uncritical areas and given you a rule to find it if you need to. This should mean if the locked shelving is removed because the individual cannot access what they are looking for, you would still understand basic words, emotions and some important people, places and objects. You will be very slow at accessing this data however so do not expect too much."
"You have spent a long time working out all the contingencies haven't you?"
"I had a lot of time alone trying to work out what happened and why. I have also given you a little bit of a hand in telling when an Asari is trying to manipulate you. I thought you my find it useful."
"Let me guess, it does not work with you though."
"What fun would that be Sam?" He shakes his head with a smile. "I will leave you to tell you about the second item I had on my mind." Ami leaves through the door.
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"Could I ask what you changed this time Ami?"
"Why do you think I have Sam?" Amistathya having a smile on her face.
"Your contract has ended and you have past form in doing so."
"I think paranoia is a sign of going insane Sam. I did not do anything tonight as you have freely ended my servitude contract of which I cannot be any more thankful to you for. All I wish to do this evening is to discus things with you, nothing more."
"You always seem so amazed that I do things for you Ami. You do however have a valid point about me being paranoid, although you do not help that problem." Amistathya smiles. "What is it you wished to talk about?"
"Well I am offering to still be yours and mostly do as you ask when you ask. I also have a rope collar to remind me of that. What would you wish to offer me Sam?"
"Well you already use my mind as a playground. You have used the fact I am me to get a decent job and somewhere to live and you are now no longer a servant. There is not much else I can offer. I am wondering what you are really wanting here Ami."
"The same as I offer you would be a nice gesture Sam." He has a think for a few moments.
"Ok I will offer myself to you Ami; however I wish to be sufficiently compensated for your use of me. Does that sound like a reasonable and likeable idea to you?"
"I would have done nothing less than to compensate you Sam as I doubt I will ever repay my debt to you. Can I however ask if I can use Silana as well?"
"I am sure I will regret this. I would like you to ask before doing so but I will try not to say no." Amistathya smiles before settling into bed. "I believe you said you were to design a harness for me Ami. I think doing so tomorrow morning would be good idea." Sam settles down in the bed.
"I will do that Sam. Are we to play with the markers before the others come and we go to Eternity?"
"As long as the nothing on the face or neck rule is definitely kept to then I think it would be ok to do so. Do sleep well." She licks Sam's nose before settling down in bed, a slight deviant smile on her face as Sam dries his nose. "You are going to wear out my nose at the rate you keep licking it." Amistathya laughs a little.
"Night Sam." He nods before turning the light off.
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"So what did Sam have to say?" Fosanta walks back into the top room with a little trepidation.
"He and Athya said we should get a duvet, a drink and sit up here under the duvet, naked while talking about what we want from each other or what we like about each other."
"I like the sound of that suggestion actually which is a little surprising if it came from Athya. Would you be happy to do so Kate?" Fosanta smiling to at least try to entice Kate into agreeing.
"I said to Sam it was not that simple but I got the impression neither of them were to give me much choice so I will agree." Kate gets up from the console and walks downstairs with Fosanta to get the drink and the duvet.
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"Come on Kate." Fosanta pats the space on the chair next to her. Kate sits down and helps Fosanta pull the duvet up over the two of them.
"I still do not get how this helps."
"I guess all you need to do is talk and relax Kate." Fosanta puts her head on Kate's shoulder. "I will get the conversation started. I will just say that I would still like to keep you as a bondmate and have a daughter with you."
"I am really not sure what I can really say Fosanta. I just feel as if I have ended up settling with you because you are a good friend. I admit your brown eyes are soft and caring but I cannot shake this feeling of it being odd."
"Is there anything I can do to help that Kate?" Fosanta puts an arm around her. "I am more than willing to be patient and help you Kate but you do need to say what you want. You are the first female of your species any Asari has met and I have no idea what you may naturally like."
"I was meaning by odd in that I have to consider Asari my species Fosanta. I mean if I do not then I would not really feel a connection to any children we had."
"It is likely you may feel like it is always someone else's child Kate. It is usually more difficult for females of other species as they do not have a maternal feeling towards them which they naturally expect."
"You are not exactly making this a happy prospect Fosanta."
"Kate, you have stuck with me and been fairly restrained to this point unless tricked. I do not want to do that again as I would rather build a mutual respect between us. I know we have discussed about going to the Citadel a week before we go to Thessia. Would you care to think about having a child there as I feel you would be much happier with a daughter?"
"We are not even bondmates yet Fosanta. Do you not feel as if this is a bit of a rush?"
"It is only one of many things you could consider Kate. I am just passing you ideas as evidently you are still lost as to what you want. There are many permutations for the order of things and it is perfectly reasonable to conceive a child without being registered bondmates but it is best if we are registered before birth as it makes the documentation easier. I must however point out that strictly speaking we are bondmates as we have melded."
"I see it as a bit of a rush as I still have no idea about everything out here. I was thinking of a year to let me settle down as it was a big change."
"Kate, you do so much and are so capable when you are given encouragement. I mean you were rather nervous when Adastra convinced us to have a shower together on our first evening here and you seemed happy enough about that."
"You do have a point but a child is a much bigger decision than showering together Fosanta."
"It is hence why it is your decision to say yes or no Kate. Do you have any better ideas though?"
"I can see your point in that I will, once she is born, have something that I have helped create. I still have a worry about how I well I will look after an Asari child though."
"Kate, you will be fine with her especially given Asari become bondmates with all kinds of species and yet we still survive. I am also sure you will be much more comfortable generally with a little daughter around. Can I ask you to decide in the next two weeks or so Kate? I would much rather ensure I am ready as well as having a little time to tell you what is to happen."
"Can you explain now Fosanta?"
"I would rather have done so nearer the time Kate but I get the feeling you need answers. After the meld it is three days before confirmation of pregnancy can be given. In those three days I am likely to feel lightheaded and a little unwell, especially on the first day. During and just after the meld you will likely experience strong emotions and also feel a little sterile or cold. You may also have some confusion for a few hours after but it is not typically much and you will be fine."
"Can I ask why this is different to a normal meld?"
"It is a meld that goes much deeper than a connection of nervous systems to the absolute core of what makes you who you are Kate. This is needed to allow me to choose the best traits from you to randomise a DNA map for a potential daughter. It is this choosing process that is different for everyone so it is difficult to say what you may feel."
"Fair enough. Can we at least have a day or two between now and then to do something by ourselves? Also can we undertake a ritual before then? I just feel I need to have a bit more confidence in you and some time together would likely help. I apologise if that offends you but I need something I can be sure about and a partner is a good choice."
"I understand entirely you needing something definite and known to act as a base when you are in such unfamiliar territory. I will try to come up with a ritual at some time Kate but finding one that you will like and agree to is not that easy."
"I will appreciate anything that does not take days, is not illegal and is fairly simple Fosanta."
"I will keep that in mind. Do you feel any happier now than you did earlier?"
"I hate to admit it but oddly I do and all we have spoken about is having a daughter which scares me."
"What scares me the most is you Kate. I do not feel positively happy if you are not happy about me."
"I think Athya was right when she said if I was like Sam then I need the physical contact. I have been a bit hands off and perhaps it is not the best way for me to appreciate you."
"I will offer to sit up here tomorrow night with you like we are now, have a little fun and meld. We could then go for a shower before bed as well. What do you think about that idea Kate?"
"As long as we are not too late to bed then I quite like the sound of it. Could we keep the fun delicate and gentle this time as I think I would enjoy that for a change." Fosanta runs her hand through Kate's hair.
"You mean just soft touching Kate." Fosanta could feel Kate relaxing into the seat.
"Yes. I guess you have realised I quite like my hair being played with as well."
"I thought it would be your equivalent of folds which I like being softly stroked. I think we unfortunately should go to bed." Kate curls up on the chair behind Fosanta and puts her head on the arm of the chair.
"Aww. I am happy here if you stay." Fosanta laughs a little before pulling her legs up from the floor and settling down in the space in front of Kate.
"If you could kindly put your arm around me so I do not fall off I would appreciate it Kate." She shuffles back a little more to give Fosanta a bit more space before pulling her back towards herself. "Thank you Kate. I hope you sleep well."
"I hope you do too Fosanta." The two of them close their eyes and settle in for the night.
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Notes.
My apologies for the late posting but this chapter has been a pain to get right. I must have rewritten it several times and I am still not quite sure the bit at the end between Kate and Fosanta makes absolute logical sense. I have got to the point where it is counter productive to spend more time working on it. Given this it will stay as it is unless I come up with a quick fix for it.
I wish to state my intentions now that I will post two further chapters as they are completed and then there will be a break until the 22nd of December. I am doing this out of a need to spend more time writing and less time polishing chapters.
I will try and get the next chapter out on either the 27th or the 28th of October but there are no guarantees.
I hope you all find this chapter good. A review or a rating would be appreciated if you have time to spare.
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