The rewards and punishments were only dissolving Maya’s reservations, and sharpening her eagerness. She decided she’d set a high standard for her....��This is just about acceptable,” she said. “You have to do better with the other foot if you want to be fed.” She swapped feet.Maya groaned inwardly, unable to express her dissatisfaction. Only a tiny moan passed through the socks gagging her. Sonia was right. She had to do better. She felt so inadequate, that she directed her rage and disappointment. Your choice is important and intended to be for life. Make sure you are clear on these facts before we have our wedding, my dear.”“Oh, yes, John.” Kathleen was ecstatic. “Catherine and Elizabeth have encouraged me, and I am looking forward to being your wife, part of your family.” She pressed her breasts against John, to show her enthusiasm. She purred as she did so. He noticed his own pleasant reaction, and at the same time how stable Kathleen was on her feet as she stood beside him.He pointed. Good luck, Tom. I hope you keep in touch. Maybe we can get together next year when I retire. I'll really miss you."Sam turned and walked rapidly away from Tom. Tom yelled, "Hey, Sam. When you get out I expect you to come see me before you find that man and make those babies. I really want to see you again. I'll keep you posted on how the retirement's going and where I land."Tom got into his nearly new F150 and closed the door. He sat behind the wheel feeling the fear and shakes drain from his. Groaning, he leaned out of the makeshift hammock that the Mandragora had made for him and promptly crashed onto the ground, his legs unable to properly support him.“Fuck!” The numb sensation he had experienced earlier had passed. His legs burned as if full of fire ants, and his ankle felt like it had been twisted too far to one side. Checking his surroundings, he scooted around to look at the Mandragora.Sarah’s pod had ominously sealed shut along the top of the mouth. The whole pod gently.