Supper and making some evening plans...

4th Domusdae, the 27th day of the month of Semens (Sem), the 3672nd year of Salvation's Landing

The trip out to the waterfall and back with Yelena took a bit more time than Reglin had expected. When He got into the Watch room Lim and Boll were already getting changed, while Hal and Nimit had obviously been relieved right after you and the Princess had come through their gate. Those two were already getting out of their armor.

Lim regarded Reglin as he came to his locker and began to unequip himself, “Hey Goldy! Good job not getting Her Highness or yourself killed out on your lil’ escapade. You keep pulling these hell assignments I might have to put you in for a medal with Grahm!” The wide face of his was nearly split in two in a grin while the others in the lockers laughed.

Reglin just rolled with it, “I’ll have you know that sometimes I get the sniffles when the wildflowers are blooming. It was not without risk.” He put on a solemn face and then hung is head is faux-exhaustion.

Hal decided to get in on the action, “Well, not that we know the dire situation you so bravely rode into, I will have to start writin’ up something for you now. I would say Lim should do it, but we all know that he can’t write.”

The digs kept coming until everyone was dressed and ready to get out of the Watch room. Lim spoke up, of course, “Might as well get some grub in us.” He turned to look at Reglin, “The boys an’ me are going out to the practice yard after dinner to polish up a bit for Drill day in a few says… Wanna come? I’m sure you need to the practice.”

Reglin gave a snort in amusement and thought about it for a few moments. He wanted to track down Asha to talk with her, though given the time he might get lucky at the dining hall. However, he could use some time with his peers, “Why not? It’d be smart of me to get a read on you guys, so I know just how much of load I’m going to have to carry if the shit ever comes our way.”

The guys carried on the banter and conversation as they head down the servants’ stairs to the servant’s dining hall. Reglin took a look around scouting the hall while waiting to get some food and saw Asha and Lina. Both girls were still dressed in the House Polivander livery of crimson and black. Being able to make eye contact with her and then using some very creative hand signs, Reglin got the go ahead for them to eat with the ladies at their table. There was no dispute from the other guards when he brought it up to them. So, when everyone had their food and drink, they went and pulled up a seat on the benches of the table.

Lina gave the opening salvo to the boys, remarking on how they better keep her entertained if she was going to have to deal with the odors the men all were putting off. Lim took that as an invitation and plopped his solid self down next to her, “I guess you’d be wantin’ me right next to you if yer worryin’ about our bouquet, as I have the most potent of fragrances…”

Giving a grimace and pantomiming taking a sniff of the block of a man, Lina got most everyone laughing at Lim’s expense. While the table carried on with their antics though, Reglin leaned over to Asha and spoke quiet enough that only she would hear, “Do you think I can bother you for some time alone after our meal? I’m supposed to go beat the guys about the yard after, but I really want to show you something real fast.”

Asha smiled demurely while chewing her food before nodding, “I suppose we shouldn’t waste much time then?” She took a drink and then another bite. Reglin followed suit and decided to keep the conversation to minimum so they could get some alone time after they eat.

They rest of the group doesn’t seem to notice Reglin and Asha’s single-minded focus, besides Lina. But she just gives the two of them a knowing smirk and continues to engage the guys in their chatting, with most of it being with Lim oddly enough, Reglin thought.

When Asha and Reglin both finished up, Reglin took both of the plates and cups up for washing. Asha had gotten and was hovering near the door out to the hallway, waiting for Reglin. Lim finally took noticed and looked offended, “Hey! Goldy! We’re s’posed to be going back to the yard. You aren’t backing on out on us, are you?”

All eating wear not gone, Reglin looked at the table while heading to meet up with Asha, “No, no… I’ll be there. Just give me a Quarterchime. Alright?” And he hurried to open the door for Asha while Lim muttered what was sure to be insults about Reglin.

Reglin unabashedly took Asha’s hand once they were in the hall and led her to the servants’ stairs. There they headed up and up a total of four stories. At that point, there was a small landing just big enough for a door. Reglin fished out his key that Tabitha had given him and sure enough it worked, unlocking the door to the roof.

Pushing the door open, Reglin stood to the side and held it for Asha to pass, “Ladies first…” Asha stepped out onto the roof. The late afternoon sky was starting to darken slightly Reglin noticed as he came out onto the roof and stood beside the chestnut-haired woman he had begun to feel these feeling for. He snaked his armed around her waist and pulled her into him.

Asha turned with the pulling so that she faced him with a sound that came from her throat letting Reglin know that she enjoyed this change. Looking up at him through half-lidded eyes, she spoke in a sultry way, “Is this what you wanted to show me? Don’t get me wrong, I like this a lot. I love the idea of coming up for some kissing and cuddling… But… I’m not sure if I would do more up here, if you know what I mean. And I want to do more. Much more.”

Her last words were dripping with promise in Reglin’s ears and he wrapped her up tight and dropped his lips to hers. In just moments their tongues were intertwining, with Asha making all sorts of pleased sounds in her mouth. Even through the bulky dress, Reglin reached down and took a handful of Asha’s ass, bringing out a squeak of surprise from her. He smiled as he regretfully withdrew from the kiss, “No, I wouldn’t think that of you. Though, I will admit that there is something to the thought of coming up here in the night….” He let that hang there and watch Asha’s smile widen along the growing color in her cheeks.

Asha’s hand came up to play with the laces of his shirt, “No, I suppose that doesn’t sound too bad at all… But we would need some furnishing for something like that. Blankets in the least.” She wouldn’t make eye contact with Reglin while speaking so candidly.

Reglin smiled and gave her quick kiss on the forehead, “Of course. But let me show you… Come…” He pulled out of their embrace and took her hand, leading her along the rooftop to the other entry point.

Seeing this as a fun adventure of sorts, Asha was all smiles as they walked the distance. When they got to the door, Reglin checked it and showed Asha that it was almost always locked, “So, I am one of a few people that has a key to this door.” He unlocked it and opened it just a crack, “There are rooms down through here that I have gotten permission to use.”

There was little chance that Asha would be able to discern that it was Tabitha’s room from where they were and Reglin was hoping to keep that a secret for just a bit longer, “I know this a bit sudden. And by a bit, I mean very… But would you be willing to meet me up at the top of the servants’ stairs tonight? I really am looking forward to showing you just how I feel.”

Asha had her arms crossed over her belly, but was leaning into Reglin’s chest, looking off into the distance in thought, “I think I would like that… I’m not certain just how much I’m willing to show you how I feel tonight though. I don’t want you thinking me a harlot…”

She said the last in jest, of course. Regardless of that, Reglin encompassed her in his arms and leaned down so that his lips were right next to her ear, “I would never think such a thing… Unless you wanted to be a harlot, of course. I really do not judge.” At that he gave her earlobe a gentle nibble.

She sniggered and butted her shoulder into his chest, failing to move him much at all, “Good to know that you don’t hold to some antiquated ideals. Who knows…? Perhaps someday. I may be just that with the way you make me feel…”

The two of them snuggled up on the roof for a few more minutes, kissing and some minor groping. When Reglin had gotten Asha taking short, excited breaths, she was more than eager to agree to meet him at the third small bell. But regretfully once more, Reglin pulled away. He had to meet up with his crewmates out on the fields. He and Asha headed back to the other entry after locking the one to Tabitha’s rooms, and went on down.

Once at the ground floor, they went out the servants’ entrance and saw Lim and Lina talking in low voices. The other three men could be seen in the distance heading north to the yards.

The other man and woman turned to look at the two of them with knowing smiles. Lim got in first, “No idea where you two disappeared to, but I must say I’m surprised… and a little disappointed in seein’ you, Goldy. Thought for sure you’d pick better company than us louts.”

All of them smiled at that, though Reglin and Asha blushed ever-so-slightly, “No Lim, I made a commitment. I figure I owe you lot some bruises for keeping me from some quality time with this fine lady…”

Lim gave a snort of amusement, while the two women seemed to be communicating nonverbally, “Alright Goldy, let’s get on back there.” He looked at Lina and Asha, “You ladies are more than welcome to come and watch if you’d like.” He looked directly at Asha then, “Not sure how keen you are on seein’ your boy here trounced about the yard though.”

Asha gave a laugh at that, “Lim, I’m just afraid that whatever weapon is used on you will break on that anvil you call a head.” She looked at Lina, who in turn gave a shrug, “Maybe we will watch for a bit.”

And with that, the four of them started on their way out to the back of the estates to the weapons yard, conversing quietly.

~This is knowledge for the Reader~

The Affection Multiplier

~Mana: 290 (+54) 344~

~Mana Channels: ~Labiae Passionii (Lips of Passion) free, ~ Corpu Vigorii (Vigorous Body) 100, ~ Uirtau Proelium (Martial Prowess) 100, ~Mensu Lucidae (Bright Mind) 100, ~ Tactu Beatae (Blissful Touch) 100, ~Plurem Amatrixae Normalii (The Normalcy of Many Loves) 500, ~Corpu Libidaem (Lustful Body) 100, ~Corpu Spectabilum (Intimidating Body) 100, ~Mentulae Potencii (Potent Cock) 150

~Tabitha~ Affectionae: 100 Erosii: 88 Libidae: 100 (Effective 42)
~Lim~ A: 37 (+5) 42
~Boll~ A: 23 (+3) 26
~Grahm~ A: 33
~Day's Shift Guards~ A: (+23 +8 )(+31)
~Lina~ A: 34 (+5) 39
~Asha~ A: 73 (+12) 85 E: 19 (+5) 24 L: 28 (+16) 44
~Princess Katya~ A: -52
~Maiden Caterina~ A: 18 E: 1 L: 2
~Maiden Gwynfuir~ A: 15
~Maiden Erynna~ A:5
~Lady Wilmyna~ A:17 L: 5
~Maiden Freighla~ A: 11 L: 3
~Lady Falina~ A: 12
~Maiden Deela~ A: 9
~Lady Vidala~ A: 6
~Maid Camilla~ A: 6 L: 4
~Night's Shift Guards~ A: (+6)
~Govren~ A: 2
~Princess Yelena~ A: 66 E: 3
~Maiden Oliyah~ A: 9