” My seat was at the other end of the table.Arngeir started speaking about everyone coming here in the spirit of peace, but was interrupted by Ulfri.... “No, you insult us by bringing her to these negotiations. Your chief Talos hunter!”There was some muttering around the table from some, then Elenwen spoke up. “I have every right to be at this negotiation. I need to ensure that nothing is agreed to here that violates the terms of the White-Gold Concordat.”Tullius spoke up in defense of her.. .." Well, maybe if he had, you wouldn't feel so guilty about what happened," I said, cutting her off before she began to cry again. Then, taking a deep breath, I plowed ahead. "Anyway, since he didn't spank you then, I feel it's my duty to do it now."There, I'd said it. My mother just sat there staring at me -- her mouth slightly open, as if she hadn't heard correctly.I continued. "Even though Dad's death wasn't really your fault, you feel guilty ... and the only way you can be free of that. There was no one in sight, so she stepped into the corridor and looked one way and then the other. Peter had definitely gone. Back inside, she shut the door and returned to Alex. “Sorry about that. He wanted to stay, but I said no.” “Always wise the first time,” he said. “Have you done this with lots of couples?” “Let’s just say it’s not my first time.” “Good to know I’m in the hands of someone with experience.” “You look delightful. I see you’ve been well prepared.” She stood by the bed, her. ....I ventured down to the side and sat down, there couldn’t have been more than a few dozen people in. The film was pretty tame but within the local legal restraints. After about half an hour an old guy came in a sat next to me...strange I thought...lots of empty rows in front and behind me. He sat for a few minutes then mumbled something about the action on the screen....next thing he reaches over and takes my hand and places it on his exposed erection covered in nylon...he says ...”.....can.