“Yes, you are eighteen, and yes, that makes what you are talking about… legal… but I hope you understand what I’m saying when I say that eight...en is such a grey area age. Especially when I’m nearly five years older than you.”I could instantly tell she was hurt. I’m sure it felt to her as if I shot her down for more than the reason I gave. Reaching for her hand, I continued,“I promise you that I am not saying ‘no’ to you because I don’t find you attractive. In fact,” I paused and took a deep. “Magnificent!” breathed Margot, “And if it is not to forward of me, madam has nipples built for piercing!” Freya shuddered at the thought, though she wasn’t sure if the feeling was fear or anticipation….. Margot eased the corset into its correct position, and, standing behind Freya, commenced lacing it up. “Can madam breathe out slightly?” asked Margot. Freya exhaled and Margot took the opportunity to tug the laces tighter. Freya closed her eyes, feeling slightly faint, and then opened them. Andshe could understand what every one of them was saying, what theyintended to say, and how truthful they were being. If she focused on anyvoice or small group of voices, she could push the rest a little bittoward the background and largely ignore the meanings and overtones. Was this what it was like for Lena? *Pretty close. How you holding up?* Rose knew the question was largely pro forma, since Lena could tell howshe was doing. Still, she appreciated her asking. *Better. Are youwatching me. Dad then said, "We'll both help you as much as possible until you two get your feet on the ground."Mom spoke up, "Jill honey, we'll have to start home schooling you before you start showing." No Mom, we're not home schooling. You didn't have that opportunity when you were pregnant with Jim. Besides, I'm proud to be carrying his child!" Jill retorted."What...how?" Mom stammered.Now Jim spoke up, "Remember when I got a cigarette butt from each of you for my forensic lab project? Well, that was.