Travel, talking, and temptation

The next day, though you have to endure a bit of teasing for ‘corrupting the new girl’, it’s all worth it for the big smile plastered on Reika’s face. As usual, a good mood is infectious, and soon all the girls are laughing and smiling. Reika admits her worry about the girls left behind not accepting her, but she’s quickly shouted down. Sadie in particular has taken a liking to the nervous changeling, and Uzume is also an immediate supporter.

Kali and Clarissa have little to say, mostly because they’re spending a lot of time chatting quietly with each other. Hearing two of the most serious of your companions giggling and whispering with each other makes you chuckle, and draws the eyes of Samara. The Lilim walks beside you, watching her sister and the metallic dwarf share their conversation.

Samara chuckles. “What do you suppose they’re so excited about?”

You smile. “Well, they’re both trying to get pregnant now, so…”

Samara laughs. “That’ll do it. I know Kali has wanted it for a while, but wanted to wait until after the battle.”

You chuckle. “Yeah…that very same night.”

Samara rolls her eyes. “I figured that’s where you two disappeared to. Still, good for her, no more waiting.”

You raise an eyebrow at her. “And have you ever considered it?”

She shakes her head. “No way. You can lump me in with Elys and Rachel on that one. Maybe someday, but not any time soon.”

You chuckle. “Your call. I wouldn’t pressure you into something like that, I was just curious.”

She smiles. “It’s fine, I’m happy being auntie Samara, like Uzume. I’m just glad you’ve given me the chance to have that as a choice.”

She kisses you on the cheek, and you smile. “So, we’ll arrive at the capital in a day or two. Are you ready for the mob scene that we’re going to walk into?”

Samara laughs. “It’ll be crazy. I’m just looking forward to that victory celebration with the family!”

You laugh as well. “You’re awfully fixated on that, aren’t you.”

She winks and playfully nudges you. “Well, I may be family now, but I’m still a demon! Plus…sex with people I love is still a wonderful thing for me.”

You nod. “I understand. It should be a fun, exhausting evening.”

Samara giggles. “Don’t make plans for the next day, no one will be in any kind of shape for it!”