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Chapter 55 - Expanding Expectation
Friday 24th February 2017
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"Good morning Pheinova. Come in." Hymara gestures her inside and to take a seat with Sam and Lianta who were waiting for Amistathya and Silana to get dressed.
"I hope you do not mind Ami wearing something a bit different as she was a little eager to try it on."
"I hope by different you do not mean transparent Sam."
"I do not as I know you were not impressed the other day. I think Ami would rather keep herself covered outside the apartment anyway."
"Can I ask how you are getting back Sam as Hymara and I have arranged to go out for the afternoon."
"I am hoping to get a shuttle back with Adastra and Seliha as they come from Armali."
"Are we ready to leave?" Silana seemed ready and keen to get going.
"Oh." Sam gets up from the seat and walks over to the two Asari at the bottom of the stairs. "It is certainly different Ami, the black and blue skirt contrasting with the yellow and orange of your body."
"I am not sure about my orange breasts showing quite so well though." Amistathya looks down at herself.
"I was going to make a comment about how can you be so unsure about your breasts being obvious and yet you are fine with your markings but I will not."
"I am happy with my body and ok with how I look but I am quite picky with what I wear." Pheinova gives a puzzled sigh.
"We should leave." The six of them leave the apartment in Pheinova's shuttle to go to Armali.
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"Good morning. How are you both?" Fosanta yawning a little as she walks into the kitchen.
"I am better than yesterday Fosanta and Seliha seems quietly happier which is better."
"That is good to hear. I guess you two will be leaving soon as I know we were up a little later than usual."
"I am as I could do with talking to Usarta as well as Thea and Samalya about the thruster design. It sounds like a busy morning for me."
"We can leave now if you wish."
"I am ok with that Seliha. I will see you two this evening sometime."
"I hope you both have a good day." Adastra nods to Fosanta before the two of them leave. "I am not sure how Adastra knows Seliha is happier but I guess they know each other reasonably well now."
"I guess you are musing Fosanta as I find reading any Asari difficult."
"I am Kate. When is your first appointment this morning?"
"Actually we do not have too long but having a bit of an extra lie in was worth it."
"I agree with that."
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Adastra had requested Seliha to have an easy day and was now waiting in the reception area for Usarta to finish a meeting. She sits there ruminating over yesterday for a few minutes until Usarta walks out of the interview room. "I apologise for you waiting Adastra. I assume that you have news about your visit to a mental health specialist yesterday?" Adastra nods as she stands up from the seat before following Usarta into one of the side rooms. "I assume there was some detailing that could be advantageous to us?"
"There is but Seliha seems to be less black and white than you may expect so I would quite like to say from the start what happened."
"I appreciate that Adastra as I assume this has not been easy for you either."
"You are correct but she really is trying to be friendly and helpful. She did not say much to Doctor Lamisa yesterday but I feel that it was not necessarily needed."
"Did she give any helpful advice to you Adastra?"
"She did but, can I ask if she was alone when it happened as you were vague on Tuesday?"
"She had spoken to an engineer about an hour before but there were no other visitors after that."
"I am relieved to hear that. Doctor Lamisa recommended she has breaks with something physical to do to try and help."
"Did she provide any examples to you Adastra or was it that vague?"
"She suggested building something. I guess as long as it does not require imagination but it is a little tricky then it would be suitable."
"I am sure we could organise something for Seliha to do in that case. I will have a think over the weekend what that could be specifically and speak to you both on Monday. Was there anything else that would be best that we should know about?"
"Seliha is mixing her personalities which may mean that she could do something she did not consciously think about doing and not stop it happening. Lamisa said the breaks should help with that though."
"Ok. We will discuss this over the weekend as I said and come up with some sort of plan. I do appreciate you taking Seliha to see someone as we would have done so."
"I needed some questions answering so it was helpful for me as well. I should really get back to work though."
"I have been informed you have someone waiting for you in the Skylounge when you gave some spare time."
"Will you say who?"
"I am sure you that you will find out shortly Adastra. Have a pleasant day."
"You too." Adastra sounded a little perplexed but going with the weird flow of the day as she begins to make her way towards the propulsion building. Next on her list was a quick talk to Thea and Samalya before going to meet the mystery individual.
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"Hello Athya and Silana."
"I think Athya is a little nervous without Sam Whesiva but I am hoping she can find some comfort with me being here. How are you today?"
"I am feeling good Silana. Athya, I think some nervousness is understandable but everything should be fairly straightforward. Ebaea, the second test participant, should be here soon. Do you have a bioamp holder on Athya?" She nods before pulling out the dummy bioamp. "Oh, that is an interesting design."
"It works well." Whesiva nods before picking up one of the testing amplifiers from the table and handing it to Amistathya.
"It is the single stripe to the top Athya." She slides it into the dress and feeling her nerves tingle as it activates.
"That was not what I am used to."
"You mean the funny feeling when it first becomes active?" She nods. "It is normal for bio-amplification to do that Athya. Have you not worn a bioamp before?"
"No only active limiters."
"That explains everything. Bioamps pulse upon activation to indicate they are happy with their position and contact with the body. You can take a seat if you wish to wait for everyone else to turn up." Athya takes a seat next to Silana. "I heard Pheinova was not all that impressed when she saw your markings on Tuesday."
"She did not seem to comprehend that our apartment is a private space Whesiva. We were also eating at the time so we could not really go to get changed."
"I understand people may not be keen but I would at least like them to respect me."
"You both make good points and I agree with you Athya that you should be respected." The three of them hear the door open and Ebaea, Pheinova and Fosanta walk in.
"I am a little surprised by both Sam not being here and your dress Amistathya."
"It is good to see you as well Fosanta. Athya is a little shy this morning."
"Ebaea this is Amistathya and Silana, Sam's bondmate and servant respectively."
"A pleasure to meet you both. Which of you is actually here for the testing this morning?"
"I am Ebaea but I am not sure how well I will do."
"We do not need too much from either of you today as it is just to give us baseline performance improvements. We will ask you at the end to design your version which you will receive next week sometime. If you would kindly both get used to it before we next test you it would be appreciated."
"Could I ask when that will be as I know four of us will be going to Thessia in a couple of weeks or so?"
"Say a month today Fosanta so the twenty fourth of March if that is ok with everyone." Pheinova gets nods from everyone.
"It is but could I ask for a separate holder Pheinova?"
"I will sort something out afterwards Amistathya." She nods. "Have you both got the testing bioamps?" Whesiva gives Ebaea hers and she puts it in the holder which was hidden under her clothes.
"I cannot understand how anyone can live with 15mm."
"You could get used to the size eventually Ebaea, especially if you are given no choice. If you have the choice of size however then I have heard that 12mm is much more comfortable."
"I find 12mm very easy to forget about Silana but 15mm is just a little too rigid and a little too large for me."
"That would be why I was keen to get you involved Ebaea as it allows us to test a 12mm and a 15mm version. Which of you would like to go first?"
"If you do not mind Ebaea I would like to as it takes me a long time to recover."
"Please do go first Amistathya." She nods before standing up.
"If you could just stand on the mark on the floor Athya I can then ask you to do certain things. Please remember you have a bioamp so do try to do more than you would usually be capable of."
"I understand Whesiva." Pheinova takes a seat on the side with Silana and Ebaea. "I feel nervous that I have an audience."
"You will be fine Athya. Just do as Whesiva asks." Silana hopes that it helped calm her nerves but the reluctant nod was not reassuring.
"I will ask Pheinova in a second to send a push across the room in front of you Athya. If you would explode it and try to make a pattern out of the parts I would appreciate it." She turns her head and nods to Whesiva who was behind a couple of consoles with Fosanta. "Are you happy Fosanta?" Whesiva indicates to Pheinova that they are ready and she quickly sends a weak push in front of Amistathya. She explodes it and creates six spheres of energy, five of which orbit the larger centre sphere in the style of a solar system. This delicate blue glow of slowly moving light exploded into fragments after twenty or so seconds which scattered and hit everything in the room. Amistathya stumbles a little as she goes to hold her head and Silana quickly gets off her seat.
"Are you ok Athya?"
"I, can I sit down?" Silana helps her do so before getting any response as she knew she got headaches from what happened with Liphanya on Monday. "I am sorry but I am not as good as I used to be."
"You did more than most of us can Athya." Whesiva looks back to her screen. "You seem physically comfortable; did you find the bioamp helped?"
"Perhaps but I need something that does not involve that much mental control to know for certain though. I, after an incident, have not been able to have such intense control for long periods of time."
"I do apologise Amistathya but I think I must be over double your age and yet I would struggle to do what you just did. Controlling spin is difficult."
"It used to be easier for me but I have not had practice for many, many years either Ebaea. I could do with a drink however."
"I will get you one Amistathya. Would you be willing to provide a push for Ebaea while I am away Silana?"
"Yes." Pheinova nods before leaving the room.
"I guess it is my turn then." Ebaea stands up from her seat and walks over to the spot where Amistathya stood. "I guess it is just like normal control testing?"
"Not quite Ebaea. All we would like is your most complex pattern for the longest period possible. Can you do that?"
"I can Whesiva. I am ready when you all are." Whesiva gets the nod off Fosanta that she is ready.
"Silana if you could send a weak push in front of Ebaea then it would be appreciated." She stands up and quickly releases a light purple pulse which explodes and then begins to make a helix with the particles of energy at the bottom being sent back through the middle to be recycled. Silana can only watch in confused amazement for the over a minute and a half before the particles just drift slowly on their current trajectory throughout the room. "I guess you just felt too much static build-up there Ebaea?"
"I did, it was becoming a little uncomfortable. I hope the test data was ok however."
"It was fine. Can I just ask you to send the strongest push you can manage into the panel opposite you?" Ebaea responds by doing so. "Thank you. That is everything for the moment Ebaea." She nods before sitting back down.
"I would ask how you do such actions but I know it would be wasted."
"I started with mirrored patterns Silana and just found it easy to apply the same changes to multiple targets. Even though there are hundreds of little particles of energy we are only really working with one or perhaps two patterns. I was only concentrating on an eighth of that pattern you saw."
"I can just about manage a split on a good day if I am lucky Ebaea and even then I can do nothing with it."
"You are not alone Silana." Phinova comes back through the door with a drink for Amistathya who she hands it to.
"Thank you. I needed this."
"I guess you did the helix Ebaea." She just nods with a slight smile. "That has been your party trick for how long now?"
"Well over three hundred years and it still makes people sit and watch. It is quite entertaining really."
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Adastra walks into the Skylounge and begins to wonder around for someone who she may know. She looks over to the corner of the Skylounge where they usually try to sit to see a familiar face. She makes her way over to the table which had a nice view out of the window; a planter obscuring the view from half of the Skylounge for a bit of privacy. "I was not expecting you here Sam."
"I apologise in that case if you do not wish to see me. I am here as Silana is being tested to see if she is strong enough biotically to catch us if we ever fell. Sentix mandate that one person in each team should be able to do so. Ami is quite weak biotically and I have none at all so Silana is the unlucky one."
"And you were not allowed in?"
"Only one visitor and I knew I would be more comfortable than Ami sitting around here. I also thought I could talk to you for a change Adastra as we have not had much opportunity to do so recently."
"I understand now and I agree with the lack of conversation lately therefore, what would you like to talk about Sam?" Adastra hoping that it is not about Seliha.
"How are the thrusters going?" Adastra seemed a little relieved to get that question.
"Actually it is progressing quite well Sam. The smaller ones are being made now and the larger design has a few changes. One is that the plasma tube is no longer one tube but nineteen inside a twenty five metre casing."
"Interesting. That may actually be beneficial for what we need as it could increase the surface area of the plasma a bit."
"Not only that but the old design was almost unmanufacturable. This is technically a much simpler solution. The only issue we are having is with the amount of current we will need as the voltage needs to be kept fairly low to stop it arcing between tubes."
"I am sure you will solve that problem." She laughs a little.
"Not me Sam but Thea, the younger individual you met on your first day is full of ideas. She was the individual to resolve the problem by providing the gas through the conductors thereby cooling them and heating the gas ready to be made into plasma. The simulator seems happy with that flash of inspired thinking and so we are just finishing off things such as valves and size reductions now to save weight."
"I knew that the thrusters were once part of the event I had no need to worry about Adastra."
"So how has work been this week for you and Athya? How was being attacked biotically?"
"She never really hit me Adastra but she is not exactly wishing to talk to me much at the moment. I have been biotically pushed around by Ami more which was a little strange but she seemed to be gentle while doing so. Actually Ami pushing me around was what lead to Lianta and Hymara being a little nervous the last few days but I will explain more later. I will also say that I really quite like the passenger transport, it should be getting painted today."
"I am really envious of you having your own transport Sam. How did the thrusters fit?"
"They are much longer than the one metre designs on the Enlighten. I was very surprised when I saw them and Sentix made the fusion core larger as well which did not help. All I can really say is I am glad Silana put ducts into the engineering space as everything is packed almost solid."
"I can imagine since you are essentially using a design for ion drives. I have a strange question on my mind Sam if you could answer it?"
"I doubt it will be that strange."
"Does Athya struggle to meld with people Sam?"
"Ok that is a little strange but she does Adastra. I get some bad instability after doing so but she has said it is not that big of a struggle, at least with me. I am however a little curious as to why you asked such a specific question though."
"I will explain later along with Seliha's issues Sam. Do you have any plans for this afternoon?"
"Other than have a talk with you two not really. Did you have any?"
"I think Seliha was keen to see if you would be interested in a bit of fun to be honest. At least she was at the beginning of the week."
"Why did I not see that request coming? Ok but no melding and no sex with me if that is fine with you."
"I cannot see a problem with that Sam. I guess you would like a lift back to your apartment?"
"It would be appreciated as Hymara and Lianta are somewhere else this afternoon."
"Ok. I just need to finish off a couple of things before finishing. I will be about twenty minutes."
"I will wait here and watch the traffic out of the window."
"Ok." Sam goes back to watching the skycars make their way through the city to pass the time.
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"I appreciate you not asking me to do the intensive test again as I have a headache after the first one."
"It is no problem Athya. We also have your chosen design and a request for a custom holder." She nods to Whesiva.
"You may leave when you wish Amistathya and Silana but if you would not meet here then it would be appreciated."
"Where would you recommend we meet Pheinova?" She looks to Fosanta and Whesiva at the consoles for a suggestion.
"There is a small seating area two floors down in the lift Silana. If you turn left when you exit the lift then you will see it as it is near the skybridge and is difficult to miss."
"I appreciate the help Fosanta and I do apologise for not saying much to you but it has been a busy morning."
"That is no problem Silana. I just hope you are all well and I hope to hear from Seliha and Adastra what has been happening."
"It has also been good to meet you as well Ebaea."
"Likewise Silana. I hope you both have a good afternoon."
"Thank you everyone." Amistathya says before the two of them exit the room and walk to the lift, Silana sending a message to Sam so he knows where to meet them.
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"Why are you four here?" Seliha questioning as she approaches Adastra, Amistathya, Sam and Silana with a box in her hands not long after Sam and Adastra had arrived.
"It is a surprise Seliha. The reason is that Silana has been in biotic testing this morning for Sentix's benefit. I thought I may as well come along to say hello to Adastra and ask how the thrusters were progressing." She nods seemingly happy with the explanation before they all begin to make their way to the shuttle.
"How was it this morning Silana?"
"Not too bad to be honest Adastra. I think Athya was a little nervous without Sam though." Adastra looks behind her to see Sam and Amistathya with an arm around each other.
"I think you may be right there. I guess you have worked out that you are getting a lift back with us." Silana nods as they walk into the lift to head to the shuttle.
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"Oh that makes a change, no Hymara or Lianta." Sam musing as they walk in to the apartment. "I would say something to eat and a talk first, and then we can see about entertainment."
"I will make something for everyone after going to the toilet." Sam nods to Silana who leaves.
"Could I keep my dress on Sam?"
"It is your choice Ami and you know that I like them." She smiles and takes a seat on Sam's knee after he had sat on one of the single chairs. Seliha sits next to Adastra and puts her box on the spare seat of the three seat sofas. "Ok I am going to get the ball rolling. Hymara and Lianta have disappeared because the one on my knee thought it would be a great idea to try drowning me in the bath on Tuesday. What I think scared them a little is Hymara, Lianta and Silana were all in the bathroom when it happened."
"Really Athya?" She nods with a smile.
"I am not going to explain why though as it was difficult to convince even Silana."
"It was not really that difficult Athya but it was just so unexpected from you." Silana talking as she walks from the top of the stairs to the bottom before taking a seat on the other sofa opposite Sam and Amistathya.
"I will get this out of the way first then since it is relevant. We saw a Doctor Lamisa yesterday and I thought that while I was clearing any questions that I had I would ask anonymously about you Athya. Your little surprise a few weeks ago with your transparent dress and playfulness with Kate surprised me enough to have questions. I asked Sam a question earlier in the Skylounge which Doctor Lamisa said would be a good indicator that you are a type two recessive variant A individual Athya. She has asked me to request that you do at least get that verified at some time but it is not something which you need to worry about."
"So type two recessive variant A means what?"
"That I naturally like messing with you Sam. Downsides may include stress, anxiety, paranoia, confusion, frustration, bad neural instability after melding and tiredness." Sam laughs.
"I think if you change may to will then it is an accurate list. Can someone explain why or what it is?" Sam looks to the one on his knee who shakes her head.
"Lamisa said it was a genetic mutation and they can cause mental distress. She listed a couple of things that you said Athya along with hallucinations and nightmares." Sam cannot help but sigh with a smile. "You have had hallucinations and nightmares Sam?"
"Well I did see Kate with blue skin once when she did not. I am not entirely sure whether that counts as a hallucination or not. The nightmares are not really Ami's fault though and are becoming less frequent now. Was there anything else that I may not know about that Lamisa said Adastra?"
"I do not think so Sam as I was more interested in Seliha and I was wasting her time."
"That is understandable. So how are you today Seliha as I heard that you were trying to knock down the biotics building on Wednesday."
"Nervous."
"Should I not ask about your condition then Seliha as I can easily just let whatever happens happen? It works with Ami and I tend to make it out of the other side."
"My nervousness is not from that Sam. I must apologise again for what I supposedly did to you both. I am ashamed that my other personality has resurfaced in full view of everyone and I hope neither of you hate me for what happened."
"I think Ami and I understand Seliha. Would you like to explain what Lamisa said or would you rather Adastra did so?" Seliha looks to Adastra.
"Seliha is trying to mix her personalities but Lamisa said that duality suffers should not do so. She said there may be times where she does or says things that are not of her conscious doing and it is not a pleasant experience. I got the feeling that this may happen often for a short while until she stabilises a little."
"Are you trying to mix your personalities for a reason Seliha?"
"I dislike how my dominant self interacts with others Sam as she is quite self centred and a little cold. I like her confidence however but she is not willing to compromise with me at the moment. She took away my memories on Wednesday and I could not remember how to do even basic things like send Omni-tool messages or even how I got home from Armali. I feel I need help from others to back me up and help me settle this disagreement."
"If you tell us what you need Seliha then we can try to help."
"Please give me a little support if I look unhappy even if I say I am fine or threaten you then I would be most thankful. Athya if you could kindly be very cautious as I do not wish to hurt you again I would feel happier."
"We would have done that anyway Seliha. As I have said to you before I will still be a good friend to you even if I have the sky blue one as my bondmate. Anyway, Adastra said that you may like some fun after food, would that be the case?" She nods.
"Can I ask what you have in your box Seliha?"
"It is for Adastra Athya." She picks it up and hands it to her.
"Well that is a little unexpected as I thought it was just items for us to play with later. I do hope that it is not a gift as compensation for this weeks problems."
"It is not Adastra but I hope it helps settle that inconvenience as well." Adastra opens the box with her usual excitement before stopping dead after peering inside. A smile painted on her face as she stands up and puts the box down on the seat before practically jumping on Seliha. Amistathya, Silana and Sam are a little bemused as to what is actually happening. Adastra sits up and wipes a tear from her left eye.
"Yes Seliha. You may be a little confusing and difficult to understand but you have always had a warm heart. It is difficult for me to imagine a more weirdly wonderful individual than you." Seliha sheds a couple of tears in relief as she pulls Adastra in for a kiss.
"Oh I really hate emotional moments. Is food nearly ready Silana as I am going to end up joining these two if I have nothing else to do?"
"It is Sam. I am a little surprised that Seliha has chosen here though?" Amistathya gets what Sam wants to do and gets up to get him stand and go to the table. Seliha breaks the kiss.
"I apologise for what I have done and what I may do Adastra but your soft heart and understanding personality make me feel I have a place in life. I could not let you move out of my reach as I love you more than I admit." Adastra gives Seliha a hug. "I think we should get some lunch." Adastra gets up off Seliha and the two of them go to the table with damp but happy faces.
"I guess it was a ritual in the box?"
"Yes Silana. While I know what is to happen, I really like this plant which has made me a little more emotional."
"I am so glad Hymara and Lianta are not around. Can I ask what the ritual is as I am sure it is probably not as illegal as ours?"
"It is legal Sam but just very difficult to get from Thessia as the Sansi plant dies quite quickly in a pot when in full bloom. I cannot imagine the planning it has taken to get it here for today Seliha."
"It was worth it for you Adastra."
"Would someone like to explain for the Asari limited amongst us?"
"One of the first things you are taught when you go walking in Asari woodland is never touch the orange flowers, that and smelling the purple ones. The orange ones as a rule generally have a potent skin irritant on them and while the effects generally do not last long some can be uncomfortable to say the least."
"I think I can put my limited knowledge together now from what Ami has told me about Asari tribes and what Silana has just said. The slight smile on Ami's face says you are in trouble though."
"There was a reason I offered you the ritual here and not at home Adastra. Sam I would be most honoured if you, Athya and Silana helped us make this afternoon more memorable for us."
"Adastra already worked out that was the reason for you wanting to visit Seliha so yes. No melding with us three and no sex, otherwise it is whatever goes." Seliha nods, the smile still stuck on her face. "You both look shocked that this is actually happening."
"I was not expecting it to be today after what has happened on Wednesday and yesterday Sam. It is my favourite plant as well which has scared me a little as I have never felt such a soft warmth inside before."
"I was afraid that after what has happened that Adastra may see me as someone who is too difficult to be bondmates with."
"I think that would be an entirely natural reaction Seliha so I would not worry. You should both at least have your lunch as it means you get onto the fun things faster." Sam was impressed at quite how well that little motivational sentence worked.
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"You look a little happier than usual this afternoon Kate. I assume that you had a good morning?"
"Sometimes I just have one of those strange mornings."
"Strange in what way?"
"I know I have been told about Illium surveillance but sometimes I think some of these individuals who come in know a little more than I was aware was common knowledge."
"Such as what Kate?"
"Well the first is that there seems to be a mild rumour about an event that is associated with us that is spreading. That could be because of various individuals agreeing to appear at the event and it has just leaked but the fact they knew that we had no ticketing or venue services yet was worrying."
"The former I guess may be because tickets are not available. The second may have been because they happen to know someone in that trade. I would not think too much about it Kate."
"Perhaps, she was at least friendly to talk to which did improve my morning. How has your morning been?"
"I was with the testers this morning trying some new sensor designs that we had made. The data seemed ok which was a relief but I will need to wait until it has been scrutinised properly before calling the new design an improvement."
"So you were not planning anything then?"
"No Kate, I already have most of our little break sorted out. Only next week left to work now."
"I know and yes I am looking forward to it Fosanta. It will be nice to actually see the Citadel properly. I must however leave as I have a busy afternoon of appointments."
"I will speak to you later then." Kate gives Fosanta a hug before leaving her to finish off her lunch.
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Adastra carefully lifts the small plant out of the box and places it on the table, its three orange, heavily petalled flowers a bright contrast to its thin, grass like, deep green leaves. "Can I ask what you are to do and where do you think would be best?"
"Do you mind if we used the bathroom Sam?"
"It is big enough so of course not. Would you like to be alone for a while?" Adastra carefully lifts the plant up by its pot. She looks to Seliha.
"You can all join us if you wish." The five of them head up to the bathroom. Adastra puts the plant on the worktop away from the edge before the two of them get undressed. Adastra then takes the plant and places it on the floor the two of them sitting either side of it. "I think we should leave the middle one so which do you want Adastra?" Adastra nips off the flower nearest Seliha's side and Seliha takes the one from her right.
"Which method do you prefer Seliha as I have a preference but I am ok with either."
"I know you well enough to know your preferences Adastra." Seliha begins to delicately brush her left breast with the orange flower and Adastra laughs a little before doing likewise. "Could one of you kindly take the plant downstairs for us as we would like to keep it for a while?" Silana takes up the role and removes the plant from the bathroom. Adastra and Seliha do not take too long to finish and after they do so they drop the flowers in the toilet and flush it.
"Do I need to ask what is to happen, how long for and any other information?"
"It would be best if we waited thirty minutes before we interacted as that gives the irritant time to fully soak in so that it will not affect you. The symptoms usually take about thirty minutes to appear, peak at about the two hour mark and are usually gone in eight to ten. I guess you can work out what will happen as it is the same as any other skin irritation."
"It must have been two massive tits who came up with this ritual." Amistathya cannot help but laugh as the other three in the room just roll their eyes. "Sorry but I knew Ami would find it funny. I appreciate the explanation though Adastra. I am just wondering what you would like to do interaction wise."
"Look in the box downstairs Sam. I got a few things for today."
"I will be right back." Sam and Amistathya leave the bathroom to see Silana coming back up the stairs. "We are to look in the box the plant came in Silana." She turns and walks back down and the three of them go to the box and huddle around as Sam empties it onto the table.
"Ok I can appreciate why Seliha brought this." Athya looking at the label on a bottle of lubricant with a cooling effect. "Could you take the rope upstairs Sam?"
"Only if you promise not to tie me up with it."
"Yes, I will explain when I get up there." Sam nods and goes to pick it up out of the storage room. He is only a few seconds before he walks back with the four pieces of rope in his arms. "Sam. Can you and Silana tie Seliha and Adastra in a kneeling position with their wrists tied to their ankles but only using two pieces of rope?" Sam thinks for a moment. "I thought you would be able to do that Sam?"
"I can do that Ami. I may also be able to spread their legs as well if that would be convenient." She nods and Silana goes to help Sam. "Ami, can you bring up the lubricant and the two vibrators when you come up?" Sam leaning over the balcony rail to see her, she nods and Sam and Silana walk into the bathroom to see Seliha and Adastra talking not still sat on the floor. "How are you two?"
"Still elated Sam. I seem to have rather tiring memories of that rope however." Sam sits down on the floor and puts the rope next to him.
"I need to ask if you are both willing to be tied kneeling down as it seems Ami has an idea but what that is I do not know."
"I think we can do that Sam." The two of them tuck their legs under themselves. "I must advise you not to touch our breasts for another twenty minutes or so Sam."
"I do not think he would do so anyway Seliha as Sam was always reluctant." Seliha laughs.
"I will heed your advice Seliha and I apologise if either of you get any rope burn."
"I am sure rope burn will be the least of our worries in an hour or so."
"Probably. Silana would you like to tell Adastra what happened on Tuesday while I tie them both up? They seem to be of the opinion I am reluctant to interact with others for some strange reason."
"He had no issues teasing Hymara or being so gentle and yet dominant with me Adastra. I feel excited just thinking about what happened."
"So you have got over your reluctance then Sam?" He laughs a little as he finishes tying Seliha up. "What is funny?"
"It is just down to a lack of experience really Seliha as I am generally much happier around Ami then I am other Asari. I was fairly happy with you on Tuesday as well Silana as you had previously said what you liked and I felt you had been left out a little previously." Amistathya walks into the bathroom and places the lubricant and the vibrators on the worktop. "I have no idea about you both really other than Ami probably has an idea." She smiles and nods with a little confusion on her face.
"Seliha was asking if Sam was less reluctant to interact with others now Athya. I had a bit of a struggle to get him to relax at first."
"Would you come with me for a moment Sam?" He nods and follows Amistathya out of the bathroom.
"Do you know what is to happen Silana?"
"I do not Seliha but I doubt they should not be long. Are you both still comfortable?" The two of them nod and they wait for Sam and Amistathya to come back.
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"Was Sam disappointed at you being so bad last time you came here?"
"To be honest he did not seem too bothered Imphaya."
"I would be but then again I was always known as the perfectionist in the academy Lianta. Annoyingly I was never at the top of class though."
"How did you two meet as you seem older than Imphaya Aumarva?"
"I am a little but funnily enough it was at Armali academy after I had been given my biotic limiter. I needed to do extra training in physical combat to still be allowed to be deployed. Imphaya was in there trying to improve after failing one of her exams through a minor mistake."
"I think we all failed something once Imphaya except Hymara who seemed to have bribed her instructor."
"I just learnt the system and then I knew what was expected Lianta."
"I was doing the same until my instructor got wise to what I was doing. That was when I struggled and when I first met Aumarva. I do think we should get some practice in instead of talking all afternoon though, you two certainly need it if last time is anything to go by."
"I blame the gun; maybe I have a slightly warped barrel."
"You cannot use that excuse in battle Lianta but I could look at that for you if you wish when we get to the range."
"I will be fine Imphaya, perhaps last time was just an off day given everything that was happening."
"We will see."
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"I asked you out here for a short talk Sam."
"About what?"
"I may have mentioned yesterday that I would try to express my appreciation for you in a better way. I cannot really think of anything at the moment though."
"Ami, I really do wish you would not overly worry about trivial things like that. You are free to take as long as you wish but I would quite like to see if you can just show your appreciation without needing to abuse me."
"I will see what I can do over the next few days."
"Did you have anything interesting in your box from Atansys?"
"It is mostly manuals and little items of sentimental value to me. I am very happy I managed to get them back as some of them mean a lot to me."
"So nothing else?"
"I was a servant Sam. While I was still provided with credits each week, I both had very little space to store anything and was unable to go out shopping. I only have a small cube of volcanic glass that my mother gave me."
"I was only asking in case you had anything a little different as I could have been interested."
"You could always look at my diary if you wished. You treasure that datapad as it is almost as if you have someone to talk to."
"Only if you are happy with that Ami as I am sure it could be destroyed instead."
"I know I feel uneasy that it exists but it must be kept Sam. You can look later if you wish."
"I know this is not easy but the information on that datapad could be nearly a hundred years old."
"Two hundred and four Sam. I began keeping a record when my father gave me a personal datapad. I pulled my backup when I got to Atansys and continued it. Those words have such emotion for me that I could hardly let them be lost even if there are more negatives than positives."
"Ami your willingness to share and trust me is worth a lot more than material gifts of appreciation. I was a little convinced at first that you brought me out here to say something about my reluctance."
"It is up to you to decide if it is a problem or not Sam. I do however think we should get back to the others." Sam nods and the two of them walk back into the bathroom.
"I see two individuals with purple tinged breasts, are they sore?"
"More annoyingly itchy Sam but since my hands are tied behind me I cannot find any relief to that."
"I guess it is best if you do not touch it Adastra as it would likely become worse if you did."
"Annoying you are correct Sam. Where did you two go anyway?"
"Ami just wished to have a talk it seems Adastra."
"I thought you were making plans. I guess therefore you already had an idea for us this afternoon Athya?"
"I did. I was thinking of suggesting that you state a time that you think you would need with a vibrator to achieve an orgasm. For each five seconds of that time you were to be hit on both breasts once before being able to take your reward. I am however not quite as enthusiastic about that idea as I was earlier."
"Would you take the rope off us afterwards and we would be free to do as we wish?" Amistathya nods to Seliha. "I think I can agree to that." She looks to Adastra.
"Can we have a drink afterwards first Seliha as I am a little thirsty to be honest." She nods. "Ok Athya it seems we both agree."
"Do I get a stick or is Silana the one to get the stick?"
"I do not have anything Sam so you would likely have to use your hand." Sam seems to think for a moment.
"I will be back in a minute." Sam walks out of the bathroom.
"Silana would you like to play the same game as Adastra and Seliha?"
"Would you let my reward be Sam instead of a vibrator Athya?" She thinks before nodding. "I will then." Sam walks back in waving a plastic thirty centimetre ruler before sitting down in front of Seliha.
"How long do you wish to have Seliha? I believe you can choose any amount of time you wish."
"I will make it simple for you, two minutes." Sam nods before shuffling right to sit in front of Adastra.
"How long does Adastra want?"
"I will go with the same as Seliha Sam as I am not sure whether the pain will help or hinder." He nods before moving right again to sit in front of Silana.
"Same time as Seliha and Adastra or would you like it a little slower?"
"I would like five minutes Sam. I would rather appreciate the moment than rush."
"I understand that. Could you turn so that your right side is towards me." She does so. "If you would kindly keep your arms where they are, your back straight, and please keep the noise to a minimum." She nods before Sam hits her left breast hard with the edge of the ruler causing her to flinch and intake a small gasp. He alternates his target, eventually leaving sixty thin, purple lines across each of her small breasts. "I guess they will be sore for a while. I do apologise Silana." He strokes her folds as she would likely be unappreciative of a hug at the moment.
"I was really not expecting you to use the edge Sam."
"I will use the flat side on you but it will triple the amount Adastra. Are you interested in that offer?"
"Could I have two and a half minutes, thirty hits on the flat side and fifteen on the edge?" Sam looks around to Amistathya who had taken up residence sitting on the worktop by the sink.
"If it is the flat edge first then I feel that is fair." Adastra shuffles around so that she is sideways on to Sam. He lines it up before taking a swing at Adastra's purple and slightly swollen breast. A loud slap followed by a groan. He quickly gets the flat edge hits out of the way after noting Adastra had let a few tears loose. "I bet you are wishing I was a little more reluctant now. I can only guess how much the next ones will hurt as they look very sore."
"They feel as if they are about to burst and set on fire. If you are going to finish off then please do so quickly." Sam nods and gets a cry of pain instead of a groan with each hit. He puts the ruler down after delivering the last and quickly unties her.
"Go and put some of the cooling lubricant on them Adastra." She gets up and Amistathya begins to help her as Sam moves his attention to Seliha. "Are you to take the same as Adastra Seliha?"
"Of course. I am not particularly looking forward to this after how Adastra reacted."
"Neither am I Seliha but I will be quick if you stay still and be as quiet as possible." She nods before turning to receive the same fate as Adastra. Sam's first hit getting a sharp intake of breath and it was not long before she too began to shed a few tears. She does not seem to react more to the worse pain of the ruler's edge as it leaves its deep purple lines behind and it is not long before he has untied her and Adastra is giving her a hug. "I have one thing left to do then before I need a drink at least. Ami, I would like you to remove your dress." The three others watch on as Sam helps Amistathya remove her clothing.
"It does not look too easy to remove."
"It is not Adastra but Ami likes them. How are you feeling now?"
"Very sore but at least the burning heat has gone now which makes it better. Are you feeling any better yet Seliha?"
"The cooling feeling is such a welcome relief. I am so thankful that I packed some in the box."
"So am I." Adastra gives Seliha a short kiss before she breaks off as Sam moves Amistathya's dress to the side of the room.
"Please take a seat with your right side facing me Ami." The two of them take a seat with Amistathya doing as she is asked. "I feel for coming up with such a silly idea that you should have a similar experience. Since you bruise easily and are to get no reward, at least until later then I think ten on each with the flat side should be sufficient." Sam turns around to look at Seliha and Adastra. "Do you think so?"
"Athya only came up with the idea Sam she should not be punished needlessly."
"Ten it is then Adastra." Amistathya times and holds her breath to each hit, the ruler slapping with the impact to each lubricant covered breast. Sam gets the twenty hits completed quickly.
"Thank you Sam."
"I would have given you a hug but you are covered in lubricant. Have a shower and meet us downstairs for a drink." She nods and gets up before going to the shower and turning it on. "Are you three going to join me?" Sam quickly gives up waiting for Adastra and Seliha and so leaves with Silana.
"Why did you thank Sam Athya as he hurt you?"
"Sam has given me a future I can look forward to living. I will be forever indebted to him but actions like this make me feel happier that I am paying him back in some small way. Do go and have a drink and I will be down soon." Seliha and Adastra leave Amistathya in the shower.
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"I would join in but there is little point in me doing so." Aumarva sits at the side of the small arena area that contained a good number of inflatable obstacles to use for cover or to attack others with.
"We will do something that you can join with after we have finished and had a drink."
"Ok." Aumarva gets off her chair and sits on the floor before taking her rife from her back, placing it on the floor. Over the cacophony of inflatable objects pinging around the small barrier curtained arena and the occasional goading or light insult, she begins to take her rifle apart. It was not too long before she had it laid out in pieces over the floor and was looking at the sputtering of metal around the ammo block where each shot is ablated from the block with a laser.
"You must be very bored Aumarva?" She looks up to see Imphaya, who was watching her get an inflatable crate to the side of her head. She picks it back up with her biotics and throws it back to Hymara.
"I thought it was a good opportunity to have a look at it. It seems I may need to put in a new ammo block shortly as I think I have about a hundred shots left. Do you still have any of your old ones around?"
"You know I like a new block as soon as there is even only a few shots missing so of course." Hymara and Lianta walk over to see why Imphaya was not being fun.
"Was there something wrong with the gun Aumarva?"
"No Lianta but given I am a little limited with biotics I thought it would be preferable to pointless practice. It is not like I can get much better if I am artificially limited to some arbitrary limit."
"I see your point. Is there anything you would like to do while we are here? We do have some time to spare at least."
"I would prefer a little non-biotic close combat training as I have not had the opportunity for a few months. You are all most free to join in if you wish but just remember not to use biotics. Some individuals seem incapable of doing without which would leave them in a difficult situation if they ever had biotic instability for whatever reason."
"I agree." She nods to Lianta before getting back to putting her rifle back together from all the parts. It was about twenty minutes before the four of them eventually left the area.
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"Why did you choose five minutes Silana as your breasts look almost as sore as ours and we have a skin irritant on ours?"
"I have a little yearning for being bruised in a playful sort of way Adastra. I feel bad for you though Sam as you really did not like doing that did you?"
"Not at all Silana but I would feel much less disappointed if it can be turned into something positive later."
"If you are gentle and do not squeeze too hard while doing as you did on Tuesday then I will be most happy Sam." Sam nods as he sees Amistathya walking down the stairs.
"It must be a servant thing then as I think I would rather hit someone who touched me rather than find any pleasure in it."
"I believe that your bondmate was a servant Adastra." Amistathya jumps on Sam's knee and gives him a hug. "You look ridiculously happy now my sky blue one. You have not put an irritant in my underwear have you?"
"No Sam. I am just so happy that you have finally taken advantage of me given all my past comments and begging. I know the bruises will be a little uncomfortable but in an odd way they are a nice reminder. I understand what Silana said on Wednesday now."
"I feel I should say now as we may want to go back home early. I would like to invite you three plus your security to a meal tomorrow evening. The owners were happiest with us having four, four seat tables in a corner so I hope that you three do not mind dining together."
"You did not need to arrange a meal Seliha."
"I know Adastra but Kate and Fosanta would likely appreciate it as well."
"I know I certainly do Seliha. Could I ask how you are feeling about this afternoon?"
"You as in me, or you as in we Sam? Please do remember that I have two opinions not just one. I would personally like some time with Adastra as I feel a little dragged along at the moment. I have however found both you and Athya a little surprising after our past interactions."
"I need to get used to you being one individual but being two Seliha as it is a bit of an odd concept. You have however shown quite a range of emotion today and seemed generally happier. I am not sure if it something new or a permanent improvement but I recommend that you try to keep it."
"Lamisa was not sure if anything could be permanent with Seliha's expressed personality Sam but I agree. I do like that she has not been too forceful this afternoon and has expressed her feelings." Adastra rubs Seliha's folds in a friendly way.
"Could I ask if the meal tomorrow is at the Impheris restaurant Seliha as I am trying to think of places that only do tables of four?"
"It is. I really want to be served by the cute waitress who always smiles at me."
"I assume that you have been there before then Silana?"
"Yes, once with an owner Athya. We had a waitress who had muddy red markings and purple skin. I have seen a lot of individuals and rarely have I seen muddy red markings."
"You sound like you were a little taken by her Silana?"
"I was a little Sam but since I was with my owner I could hardly ask if she had a bondmate or not. It really did not help that she wore a bikini to serve us either." Sam laughs a little. "I think it would perhaps be a good idea to get any outstanding plans completed as I have a feeling it will not be long until Hymara and Lianta are back."
"A good point. Seliha, Adastra, take your vibrators off the side when we get to the bathroom and spend a little time together. You should be enjoying the moment together not having to wait until you get home."
"I think I may suggest having a shower as well if you do not mind us doing so Sam?"
"You are most welcome to a shower if you wish Seliha." She nods before Adastra and herself go to the bathroom. "Ami, would you go and get a vibrator for yourself while Silana and I go upstairs?" She nods and jumps off Sam's knee to go to the store room as Sam and Silana leaves to go upstairs to the bathroom. The two of them walk through the door to see Adastra and Seliha just getting into the shower.
"I am just hoping this does not end the same way as our first overnight break together." Seliha smiles at Adastra's comment.
"How did that end Adastra?"
"We ended up sleeping in the shower tray Sam."
"Well it cannot end the same way as there is no tray." She nods before looking to Seliha. A smile grows across both of their faces before they touch a vibrator to each others azure and their eyes turn black. Sam goes to sit behind Silana. "I want you to resist having an orgasm for as long as you can. Do you understand?" She nods before Sam begins to softly run a single finger across each of her lined breasts and his tongue up her neck. Sam ignores a gasp from Adastra as Seliha had grabbed hold of her breasts. She reciprocates this along with going in for a kiss as Amistathya walks in. She smiles to herself at Adastra and Seliha moaning before deciding to carefully walk up behind Seliha and reach between her legs to rub her sensitive lips. It was barely a second before Adastra and Seliha collapse onto each other with a long groan. Amistathya seems satisfied enough to walk to the worktop and take a seat on it again.
"Goddess." Adastra takes a deep breath to try and restart her brain as Seliha turns around to see Amistathya with an innocent smile on her face. She jumps off the worktop and kneels down in front of Silana before holding her vibrator on her azure which instantly caused her body to try and curl and tense against Sam's grip. Sam had cupped her breasts to help hold her better which had taken her breath away, Silana's muscles violently spasm before beginning to pant to regain her breath.
"Are you ok Silana as that looked rather violent?"
"I..." She takes a few deep breaths to try and calm herself enough to think.
"I think Silana needs a little time Adastra. I guess you two finished a little while ago?"
"Athya decided to intrude which I really was not expecting and almost made my mind explode. I can understand why you want her as your bondmate if she is like that Sam. I really regret hurting you now Athya as I cannot express my appreciation for what you just did."
"Even I must express my gratitude Athya as it was so unexpected and sudden that my mind just melted through sensation overload. You look a little more with us now Silana."
"I am a little Adastra. I would be entirely inappropriate if I did not express my appreciation for this afternoon Sam. I hope one day to have a bondmate who treats me as well as you do."
"I am sure that you will find someone Silana. Do you two wish to go back home for your evening meal as you are most welcome to stay?"
"I feel that it would be best if we leave Sam."
"Ami, could you get the spare towels out for Adastra and Seliha?" She nods and leaves.
"My breasts are going to be sore for quite some time. The more annoying thing will be I know Seliha's temptation will get the better of her to have a little touch from time to time."
"I am sure you will survive Adastra. If you could at least try not to do so until you get back I would appreciate it." The two of them nod as Amistathya comes back in with two green towels with white stripes which she hands to Adastra and Seliha. "I am guessing that Hymara and Lianta are not back yet then?"
"They are not Sam."
"I know you may dislike me as it may be a little uncomfortable but could you wear a bra please Ami as I would rather you tried to cover the bruising than have a long explanation to Hymara and Lianta?"
"I will go now." Sam nods and she leaves the bathroom.
"Would you like me to get dressed Sam?"
"Either that or you can have a shower before doing so if you wish."
"I think that would be best as it may help revive my muscles a little." Sam laughs a little as Seliha and Adastra pull their trousers and tops on.
"I feel it would be best if we left our bras off Sam so I think we are unfortunately ready to leave."
"I would have given you both a hug but I would rather do so perhaps tomorrow. I will follow you out."
"We will see you tomorrow Silana." She nods from under the shower and Sam, Adastra and Seliha exit the bathroom after collecting their belongings. They walk down the stairs and pack everything into the box on the kitchen table. "We will meet you here tomorrow afternoon before going to the restaurant if that is ok Sam."
"It is Seliha. I hope you enjoyed the afternoon and congratulations to you both as you both now have someone special to call your significant other."
"Or someone special to treat as your own." She puts her arm around Sam and gives him a smile.
"We are not all like you Athya, in some ways fortunately in others unfortunately. I think I say for Seliha that we have enjoyed our time here, thank you for the lunch and the venue for our ritual."
"It really was no problem and you are both most welcome to visit again if you wish. That is if you want sky blue having fun again."
"I have a feeling that may happen Sam. I hope you both sleep well." Sam and Athya nod with a smile as Seliha picks up the box with their things in before they leave.
"Fortunately there is not much to clean up before Hymara and Lianta arrive. How's the bra Ami?"
"Uncomfortable but I understand why want me to wear one. I am sure they will still have some questions though as it does not cover all of the bruising."
"They will. We should tidy up and then make something to eat." Amistathya nods and the two of them go to tidy up the bathroom.
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Adastra and Seliha walk into their house to see Kate with Fosanta on the seating downstairs. "I was considering giving you a message shortly to see if you wished to have some food making or not. I guess you have both had a good day?"
"Well Seliha gave me a ritual which was entirely unexpected Fosanta. I also find myself thinking that Sam really has changed since I first met him and Athya is rather surprising."
"Congratulations. I have to ask what ritual you gave to Adastra Seliha as Athya being unexpected is not new news to me." Seliha puts the box on the table as Adastra takes a seat. She takes out the plant and places that on the table before placing the box on the floor. "Oh, that is quite a nice plant."
"It is my favourite Kate as its bright orange flower makes me feel happy. Please do not touch the flower though unless you want some bad skin irritation."
"I was wondering why both of you seemed to have larger breasts."
"It did not help that they were beaten as well Fosanta. Athya certainly made it a memorable afternoon for us both."
"Did she do anything else Seliha as I think Kate does not know quite what to expect from her?"
"It was Sam who actually hit us with a ruler Fosanta. Athya only came from nowhere to push us both over the edge in a meld."
"Sam actually hit you both with a ruler?" Seliha and Adastra nod to Kate. "I know he can sometimes make illogical decisions but that does not sound like him."
"Perhaps not Kate bit I doubt you will hear many complaints from either of us. I felt a strange sensation in the meld with Seliha afterwards. It was almost like the pain made me relax as I could not get away from it. Athya putting her hand between Seliha's legs and gently rubbing sent a flood of numbing pleasure through my body. I cannot remember my mind feeling so entirely useless before."
"I think you are just late to experience that Adastra given your reluctance to have a bondmate for a number of decades."
"Why did no one tell me what I was missing if that is the case Fosanta?"
"I think most individuals would have assumed wrongly that you have had that kind of experience before. It is however good that you have done so now with your chosen bondmate. I must ask if you two would like some food though as I am hungry and no doubt Kate is as well." Kate nods in agreement.
"I certainly would Fosanta." She nods to Seliha and the four of them stand and go to the kitchen, Adastra taking her plant with her which she places on the window ledge near the sink. "It is just you two now."
"I have told Fosanta to take her time Seliha. I mean we have even spoken about Fosanta conceiving a daughter before undertaking a ritual."
"Also Yaira Adastra?"
"I like the name Fosanta, it sounds like a name a pleasant individual would have. Of course Seliha will have the choice of name first as she will mother the first daughter. I guess that you have one you would like Fosanta?"
"Aphisa but I am torn now with Kate's suggestion of Helayna as that sounds quite nice as well. Do you have any preferences Seliha?"
"Enahna is my preferred name Fosanta but we have no real rush for a daughter yet."
"Neither of you know what Sam and Athya's choices are do you?"
"No, but knowing Athya it will likely be a last minute decision Kate. She may never have been in a position to consider a daughter before and not even thought about it."
"You make a good point Adastra."
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"Hello you two. Did you have a good day?"
"We were quite a bit better than last time Sam but Aumarva is rather good at throwing knives which surprised us a little."
"An admirable skill for close combat if you do not have that fancy biotic ability Hymara."
"You make it sounds like you have tried it before Sam?"
"Definitely not Hymara, my hand-eye co-ordination is so bad I would probably be more likely to kill myself than anything else. I can only just throw a ball in roughly the right general direction."
"I was going to ask why you were wearing a bra Athya but the reason is evident."
"Lianta, we had a good afternoon. I think both Seliha and Adastra went away happy and it was certainly different. Did you enjoy it as well Silana?"
"I must say to you both that I have not been told to say this but it was a remarkably good afternoon. I hope I do not get punished for saying this but, while Sam and Athya did not behave it was hardly their fault." The two of them look to Sam.
"When Seliha gives Adastra a ritual that I knew nothing about it changes things a little."
"We will not ask Sam."
"It was the Sansi plant if you wished to know. Also Seliha has invited us all to go to the Impheris restaurant for a meal tomorrow evening."
"Should we ask how Seliha was?"
"Generally friendly Lianta. I doubt she will ever be the most comfortable individual to be around but she was quite different to how she was when we still lived at the house. I am surprised you made no mention to the invite as it was Seliha who made the arrangements."
"It is to be expected really Sam as it is a celebration after all."
"You do have a point. Would you both like some food now or later?"
"Now would be fine Sam since you have made it." He nods as Silana gets five plates out of the cupboard.
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"Before everyone finishes I must invite you both to a meal tomorrow evening."
"I assume to celebrate Seliha?"
"Yes. I wanted to involve you all if I could. I do hope that you can join us and you had no other plans."
"I believe we were supposed to have other plans this evening but we did not expect you back so soon. I am sure Fosanta will be ok with the meal tomorrow evening instead."
"I will Kate. I appreciate the invite Seliha. Are Sam, Amistathya and Silana to come along as well?"
"They are Fosanta. I hope neither of you mind but the irritation is annoying." Adastra pulls her top off. "That feels a little better."
"I was not expecting them to look quite so purple Adastra."
"They are not too sore unless someone squeezes them Fosanta but my top was just making them prickle a little and it was annoying me. You look a little unsure Kate."
"Well you said Sam hurt you and I thought he was quite a gentle and friendly individual. It is just a bit of a surprise to hear that to be honest and now I can see what happened it has made me question a few things."
"Please do not doubt Sam Kate as he gave us ample opportunity to say no. Seliha and I already had a burning soreness from the ritual so it was not bad. Silana seems to have a strange liking for being bruised, quite why anyone would wish to be deliberately bruised I do not know and Athya has been begging Sam to take advantage of her. We all seemed happy afterwards with Athya seemingly even happier to be around Sam than usual, she was almost bouncing around the room."
"I hope Athya did lie and put itching powder in Sam's underwear."
"You all sound a little insane to me."
"It was meant to be a daft day so that it is memorable Kate. I would hate to look back in a century's time and be unable to remember today. It would be insulting to Seliha and rather embarrassing to me if that happened."
"I do agree with you Adastra. I am sure you could ask Sam questions tomorrow if you wished Kate."
"I will see Fosanta as it does not sound like anyone was harmed. I also understand that Athya's past may have changed him a little as it certainly did not sound pleasant. How about we have a little time sat upstairs later?" Fosanta nods with a smile. "What are you two planning to do?"
"Perhaps a shower and an early night Kate. I feel Adastra may not be happy with any more fun until tomorrow."
"I would like that Seliha as I think we have a spare morning tomorrow to ourselves. We should however tidy away the plates before everything dries on them." Everyone seems to agree given they all get up and moved their cutlery and plates to the sink to be rinsed.
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Amistathya walks into their bedroom with a datapad in hand to see Sam sitting on the bed. She locks the door before talking a seat next to Sam. "You do not look as happy as usual."
"I have a lot on this datapad Sam. I am frightened."
"I will treat it with care Ami." She gives Sam a short smile as she hands it to him. He notes that she has used one file per day and so looks for one a long time ago with a large size before opening it.
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Monday 25th March 1850
I really wish mother would accept me back but she says that she needs time to work things out. I do not think she understands where I am. Anpic Logistics, the only ones who would accept me. I feel so undervalued already and yet this was my first day. I am however glad that they allowed me to keep this pad with me even if it is freezing cold and I am all alone. Why could I not just have controlled my temper thirty four and a half years ago? I would not be in this situation if I had an education... Someone is here.

It seems I have someone to share this tiny room with. I have copied in our initial conversation below.
I am Athya. I am a little afraid but I am new and do not know what is happening.
I am Aphrina and have been here a while. It is good to meet you Athya as I was getting a little lonely and cold being in this room on my own at night. I am most surprised that you have not had this taken away from you.
They took a little pity on me it seems after making me wish I was never born this morning. I feel they are not going to treat me well given I have broken a contract previously but this is the best of a bad situation at the moment.
They make everyone feel worthless Athya. I guess we are all here for the same reason but under differing circumstances. I sat on the verge of servitude for a while before it eventually swallowed me.
You could say that the goddess has not looked kindly upon me Aphrina. That, a couple of bad decisions and effective isolation of my family has lead me here. I hope you do not mind if I ask you not to remove my top or gloves.
I am confused Athya.
I am a little afraid of saying in case you make my life worse than it already is.
You are a very welcome sight to me Athya and I am in the same situation as you.
I hate doing this but I feel like I am worthless anyway so what is the point. I have natural markings on my hands, arms, legs and feet Aphrina. Please do not bully me about it.
Would you let me look? Oh. I can see now why our owners may have made you wish you were not born Athya. Would you mind if we slept close to each other to keep ourselves warm?
I just wish to finish today's entry.

Aphrina seems like a pleasant individual but I really wish I was not here. My mind floats through hopes and ambitions and yet all it does is tears at my heart. I should sleep though.
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"Well that was a different side I have not seen of you Ami. You seemed to trust Aphrina with less hesitancy than you typically do of others now."
"I would likely have been better still had I not felt so ashamed of my marked body after that morning. Aphrina was rather pleasant towards me and we seemed to get on quite well together."
"Should I ask if you showed your appreciation to her as well?"
"I did. She would have made a good bondmate for someone were she not a servant. That does not sound grammatically correct."
"Pfft. I get what you mean Ami. Do you feel less frightened now?"
"I am sure I make it worse for myself but you are not an easy individual to predict how you will react to something Sam. This makes me happy when I am right but really frightens me if I have doubts. I did not know how you would react to reading the datapad."
"Ami, I expected to end up reading about Omega and that anxiety made me feel a little ill, but fortunately it was not Omega so it was not as bad as I had feared. I know that it was probably a very small room that was unheated and you were unable to talk to Aphrina but it was quite a positive entry."
"We had no bed or sheets to sleep with either Sam. After the first night we agreed to curl up on one of our tops together and lay the other clothing over us to help keep us warm. It was quite a bit warmer which was appreciated as I am sure our room adjoined the refrigeration storage for the freight."
"I guess they just thought it was an adequate space and put you there. Would you like to have any fun or just go to sleep? I am sure we can do something in the morning if you wished."
"I am happy with whatever you are Sam."
"Ok then, a morning on the sofa wrapped in a duvet sounds like a good idea to me. Sleep is the best option first." Amistathya nods before she puts her datapad on her bedside table. The two of them get into the bed before turning out the light.
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"I hope you remember what tomorrow is Fosanta."
"Saturday." Kate sighs with a smile as she gets into bed. "I remember Kate and I hope that you are not too mean."
"I was thinking of doing some shopping to be honest as I would prefer to wear something a little nicer for a celebratory meal."
"Well we do have a free morning at least and I am sure Adastra and Seliha would probably prefer to have the house to themselves again. I think that sounds like a good idea."
"I hope you sleep well."
"You too Kate." She smiles to Fosanta who does likewise before turning off the light.
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"Today has felt like such a long day but when I woke up this morning I never would have guessed what was to happen. Thank you again for getting the Sansi Seliha."
"I thought I would be so happy this evening but while I have had a good day all I can think about is how awful I have been to everyone."
"What has changed your mood to feel depressed Seliha?"
"I do not know." Adastra gives her a kiss.
"I think you could do with getting some sleep Seliha as you seem tired." She nods and follows Adastra out of the bathroom to their bed. "I hope you sleep well and again I feel honoured to have a marked Asari as a bondmate."
"I have tried to show that I feel the same Adastra. I do hope you feel happy and sleep well."
"I am and thank you again." Seliha nods with a slight smile and Adastra turns off the light. She had just settled when Seliha gives her breasts a squeeze causing Adastra to gasp a little. "Could you at least warn me before you do that Seliha?"
"I really am sorry Adastra. I know you said not to but I could not stop myself."
"You sound worse than Sam was and I said he was reluctant. I honestly do not mind Seliha but if you could keep the unexpected surprises to a minimum I would be appreciative." Seliha puts her arms around Adastra and drags her over to her side of the bed before giving her a short kiss. The two of them forgo words in the darkness and quickly settle into sleep.
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Notes.
My apologies to you all for the ridiculous lateness of this chapter. I decided to rewrite it entirely just before posting as the previous iteration was rubbish. I am not sure that this version is perfect but it is far better. The same issue may happen from time to time if I do not like a chapter for some reason. I hope to get Chapter 56 posted between Wednesday the 30th January and Saturday the 2nd of February but it depends how quickly it comes together.
I hope you all enjoy the chapter and a review or rating would be appreciated if you have a moment of time. You can read reviews as usual on the AFF forums here http://www2.adult-fanfiction.org/forum/index.php/topic/35940-unrealuniverses-review-reply-thread/
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