But also an indication of wealth and status on mars. She briefly considered her jewelry options and decided that none would be needed. There were two ...easons. First was the threat of robbery. She was going unescorted after all. The other was the impression she was going to present. A display of wealth would be counterproductive.When Emily came out of her quarters, Jessica was waiting for her. “Aunty Emily, you are booked on a surface ship that leaves in approximately an hour and a half. If we. “We know the territory. We can use our grav-packs to move around via the light wells and air wells,” a young girl spoke up at my raised eyebrow.“I know you,” I finally said. “Rhean, defender, Saltesh Slashers?”“Er yes ... ma’am?”“You knew me as Kiria of the Hrunesh Dynamos.”“Oh wow! Kiria, the hero!” Rhean almost screamed out. The other kids gasped in shock as well.“No undue risks. These shleckers are fast, strong and will not see you as kids, just prey. Always check all directions, just like a. She had prowled the party kissing and petting men and women as she socialized. I managed to catch her eye and by the end of the party, we were fucking in my friend's bed while some of the other guests watched and encouraged us on.She had been quite adamant when we started seeing each other that she was not the monogamous type. I saw some potential upside in that, but even though I would have loved more partners, I hadn't had time for anything else since. I assumed she was seeing other people. I put my arm back on the couch cushions behind her and mentioned how I saw that same band in concert a few years ago, and she smiled and said, “really!” and said nothing more.I wasn’t conscious of when it happened, but I presently dozed off. I awoke to the sound of TV static and silence otherwise. I started and sat up, and found I was alone on the couch.I got up and walked around the apartment. The door to the bedroom was open, and I heard snoring. I peaked in and found Ed’s friend asleep on.