Debriefing

The trio gathered in the conference room. Jessica sat at the head of the table, her hands resting delicately on the polished wooden surface. Opposite to her, Samantha slumped in her seat, her eyes heavy with exhaustion clearly still recovering from the fun James had at her expense. James, for his part, stood in the corner, leaning against the wall with his arms folded across his chest. Jessica could tell he was trying to avoid eye contact with Sam. He was probably feeling embarrassed due to the state he left her body in.

"Okay guys, I know it's late but I think it's worth taking some time to talk about our findings." Jessica began, looking around the discussion table. "We don't have to dive deep into everything tonight. Let's just touch on the highlights and save the rest for later. Sound good?"

"Sure, Jess. Whatever you say. I'm sorry I'm so tired. Somebody really did a number on me." Samantha said annoyed, looking over at James.

"I said I was sorry." James remarked defensively. "Plus how was I suppsed to know you'd just randomly wake up? That's never happened to me in any of my mounts before."

"And that's what I wanted to focus on right now" Jessica interuppted the two before they could continue."The fact that Samantha was able to wake up with you still inside her is fascinating. But also, the fact that you two seemed to have shared the same subconscious space in Sam's dream . That alone makes this experiment groundbreaking." Jessica stated proudly, her eyes shining with excitement.

"Yeah, I guess that's pretty neat," James replied nonchalantly, shifting uncomfortably in his spot. "Where'd you say you got that **** again, doc?"

"Oh, uhhhh, just a colleague. Don't worry about that." Jessica brushed off James's question as smoothly as she could. "Let's not dwell on that right now. Our focus should be on the remarkable effects."

"Alright, doc, whatever you say." James shrugged, noting Jessica's evasive response. He might have to jump into that pretty little head of hers later, he thought. This new development definitely changed the dynamic of the situation. Had the doctor actually found a way to counter his control of his mounts? That could spell disaster for the nice little arrangement he had going on here. Maybe the doctor actually did have some brains about her, along with being hot and having a fantastic bod. James mused to himself.

He glanced over at Samantha. She looked like rough. Way rougher than just having a good time with a bodyhopper. Whatever happened the doc was right, it had to be that damn new ****. "Well, I don't think that **** is quite as harmless as you say. I mean look at poor Sam over there. I mean I know being mounted takes a lot out of a girl but damn she looks like she's been hit by a train." James said, making sure to sound genuinely concerned while checking out his former playground.

"Wow, is that what you say about all your mounts after you're done with them?" Samantha snapped, shooting a piercing glance at James. "Not to mention the fact that you're the main reason I'm feeling like I got run over by a truck."

"Sam, I already apologized for that. What do you want from me?" James protested. "Plus, you said you didn't mind if I, you know, explored a bit. I really don't think you're feeling this off just because I might have gotten a little carried away. I think that **** has some side effects to it."

"I mean yeah, that's true. I do have a raging headache. Worse than the usual headache after you dismount me." Samantha said, placing her hands on her temples. "But that doesn't mean you're off the hook, James."

"Sam, your vitals looked fine earlier so I don't think there are any physiological concerns from the **** but I'm sure headaches are a possible side effect. You do look like you could use some more rest. Do you want us to call it a night? We can finish debriefing later." Jessica asked, genuine concern in her voice.

"Uh, yeah, I think that'd be best." Samantha agreed. "I'm sure a little bit of rest will fix me right up."

"Okay, great. Then we'll call it a night for now. You both did great tonight. I want to personally thank you." Jessica said ernestly as she stood up from the table. "I'm going to continue to look through the results but you two please get back home safe tonight."