You awaken to Nisa's moans.

The new bed isn't lavish but is much more comfortable than the stone floor of the cave. You toss in its blankets as you awaken to Nisa's low moaning. The possessed girl lies on her back next to you, her stomach swollen beyond that of a normal pregnancy. The violet veins stretched across her stressed belly. "They are almost ready my Herald." She says between moans of pleasure or pain, you can not be sure which. "Tonight, I'm sure, our children will be with us. "

You reach over and caress her belly. A violent thrashing can be felt within. "Excellent. You have pleased Zporaflor and your Herald." You smile at her. "I will make sure everything is ready. You stay here until it is time."

Nisa only nods to you in agreement as you stand from the bed to make your way to your new wardrobe. Her continued moans filling the chamber as you dress in a clean robe. There are still a couple of hours before the sun goes down for the night and preparations must be made for tonight's birth. You consider your two guests and what their roles might be for tonight's events while removing an extra robe from the wardrobe before exiting the room to make your way to the entrance chamber.

Roland and his brother guard the entrance, their eyes white and emotionless as they stand unwavering in their duty. You rummage for some food in the crates, finding some dried meats and fruit. You grab enough for yourself and an extra serving before treading back into the depths.

Down to the chamber Madlen still occupies. Nestled into the bedroll you had brought down for her, the blond woman still sleeps. You place the rations on the now empty plate Nisa must have brought her the night before. Taking a bite of your own meal, you regard the woman as she slowly awakens to your presence. "Are you there?" She quietly calls out.

A quick chant and the snap of your fingers bring the old lantern to life, filling the room with light. "Good evening Madlen. Eat up." You greet her, directing her attention to the food. Madlen snatches the plate, taking bites from the meal you have brought her. "Have you given consideration to the blessings Lady Grevakhnu could bring you?" You ask.

Madlen swallows the mouthful she has just bitten off and looks up to you. "I... wish to know more. Life on the farm was nice but far from rewarding." She pauses momentarily as she reflects on her thoughts. "Far from... pleasurable." The word escapes her mouth with desire.

"And you wish to live a rewarding life? To know pleasure?" You dig a little deeper into her answer. Madlen nods her head in affirmation. You slowly circle the blond woman sitting on the floor and kneel behind her. "To know the blessings of your flesh and surrender your body to Zporaflor?" You whisper in her ear while lightly caressing the exposed skin of her shoulder. Madlen gently nods her head once more. "And are you ready to submit to Lady Grevakhnu? Serve the will of Zporaflor, her champion?" You finish your questioning.

"I am." She whispers back. "I want to serve. I want to know pleasure."

"Excellent." You assure her. "Tonight is a hallowed evening, perfect for you to take the first steps to your new life." You stand, taking the lantern in your hand. "Follow me. You must be cleaned up and dressed appropriately for tonight's events." As you exit the room you turn and gesture for her to follow.

The two of you make your way through the dark tunnels, back to the entrance chamber. The two white-eyed thralls stand guard at the exit, as you had left them, and the beast shambles in the center, its tentacles writhing. You turn to face Madlen once more. "Discard your old clothes here. The beast will lead you through the forest to a stream. Wash and get dressed, then return here." You instruct.

Madlen looks down at the tentacled beast then back to you. She swallows nervously before pulling her ripped dress from her shoulders, allowing it to fall to the rocky floor. Her nude body dirty from yesterday's events and sleeping in the cave. You pass the extra robe from your wardrobe to her hands. "Yes... Herald." She bows her head to you bringing a smile to your lips.

"Be quick." You instruct as she makes her way to the cave entrance, the beast of Zporaflor close behind.