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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">Hello there! </span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">You can find my stories on Fallout 4, Cyberpunk 2077 and TES V: Skyrim. Featuring mature content (slavery, bdsm, sex) &amp; fetishes (feet, tickling) alongside the adventures! </span></span><br />
	 
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline02.png.532870a1da7e22d21c4863d5ec55be5f.png" data-fileid="2597999" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2597999" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline02.thumb.png.e75fc06bdf59ac8e5b817c6d4c853aa1.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline02.thumb.png.e75fc06bdf59ac8e5b817c6d4c853aa1.png" /></a>My relationship with Mother had greatly improved, and I was now free to live my life the way I wanted. It had been several months since I’d slept with a man, tonight was going to be the night. Behind me, I spotted this guy, a handsome, slightly rugged Nord who just had eyes for me. He was having dinner with his sister, and she was tired of him ignoring her so she decided to leave. Don't worry, sis, I'll take good care of your sibling...</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline03.png.f8d7f368b1939628cf1b4a8cbbe3b69b.png" data-fileid="2598000" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598000" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline03.thumb.png.473765f60954fa5afbe6b454b95987bf.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline03.thumb.png.473765f60954fa5afbe6b454b95987bf.png" /></a>One drink later, I made the first move and took him upstairs. I fully intend to exploit his drunkenness to call the shots.<br />
			<em>"Ready for a wild night, pretty boy?  need a special someone to please me. Can you do that?"<br />
			"Oh yeah, absolutely! Anything you want, gorgeous!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline04.png.637777b4a0f1973d5e6ec5638e8be90f.png" data-fileid="2598001" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598001" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline04.thumb.png.8216427643bc2859bae009dbe4665009.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline04.thumb.png.8216427643bc2859bae009dbe4665009.png" /></a>We stripped naked, and I lay down on the bed. My one-night stand had a fairly well-built body for a Nord, along with an impressive package. I used my feet to gently tease him.<br />
			<em>"Wow! That thing is almost my sole size! Show some affection to my feet, and I’ll raise it to new heights."<br />
			"Ha! Your wishes are my command! Brace yourself!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline05.png.f497b851afa8b450a11d05cabd917999.png" data-fileid="2598002" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598002" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline05.thumb.png.e38c31e913732388d1cacbad3043de2b.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline05.thumb.png.e38c31e913732388d1cacbad3043de2b.png" /></a>He took my legs, spread them apart, and then started tickling my feet. It caught me off guard, but I actually liked the feeling. In fact, I got kind of turned on from it... <br />
			<em>"Ahahah! Hey! I didn't mean for you to tickle my feet!"<br />
			"But you don't seem to mind, do you? Maybe would you prefer if I worshipped them?"<br />
			"Ahah! Keep the tickling up a bit and dive right in!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline06.png.f4639469b12c23e6f8a5cb75e4bef547.png" data-fileid="2598003" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598003" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline06.thumb.png.4529352704271b4f697d7aef3676b53e.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline06.thumb.png.4529352704271b4f697d7aef3676b53e.png" /></a>The Nord guy gently brought my legs together and then kissed my soles. It felt good; he knew exactly where to put his mouth to further stimulate my arousal.</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline07.png.bcd31af73feee8f776f8f597ffda25e1.png" data-fileid="2598004" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598004" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline07.thumb.png.745332ae4af8f99341016483ee405f14.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline07.thumb.png.745332ae4af8f99341016483ee405f14.png" /></a>It went from kissing to sucking, and to be honest, I missed having that level of control. A fine stranger willing to be bossed around by a defiant Breton woman with a foot fetish... I started gently touching myself at the thought of me running the show.</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline08.png.d56aab46941ad1c41cd2fec0a4cb0a23.png" data-fileid="2598005" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598005" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline08.thumb.png.a500d3045b6dd8b59811c2480a376ee2.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline08.thumb.png.a500d3045b6dd8b59811c2480a376ee2.png" /></a>My partner did great in the foreplay, now it was my turn to get him hard. Of course, I gave him a footjob. Seeing his schlong almost double in size... I was a little worried it wouldn't fit inside me.</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline09.png.1dd3594a9c964b4c572a5ba61b00f6fe.png" data-fileid="2598006" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598006" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline09.thumb.png.ec9eab1a543f8c99736620882f3a3f72.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline09.thumb.png.ec9eab1a543f8c99736620882f3a3f72.png" /></a>He turned me around and slid his cock between my feet. I kept rubbing it while he did the same to my soles with his big hands.<br />
			<em>"By Dibella! Your feet are so small and soft, I could keep fondling them forever..."<br />
			"Thanks, handsome, but I think you deserve a reward for a job well done... Take me roughly from behind."</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline10.png.7ac6a4ecfc39c4f490cbc99a0ac848a3.png" data-fileid="2598007" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598007" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline10.thumb.png.2c8be1a7b8f5a072d0b18c5f4c0a58d5.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline10.thumb.png.2c8be1a7b8f5a072d0b18c5f4c0a58d5.png" /></a>I got down on all fours so he could insert himself more easily. I felt a little slutty; I wanted him to fuck me harder than ever.<br />
			<em>"I'm in position, whenever you're ready, sweetheart!"<br />
			"Good, don't hold back! Give it your all, champ!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline11.png.b4852afd7b5a80c6572aa11f5c9d6a54.png" data-fileid="2598008" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598008" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline11.thumb.png.78685b9ecca600e5a30fb28b379117e0.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline11.thumb.png.78685b9ecca600e5a30fb28b379117e0.png" /></a>We had sex for several minutes, the back-and-forth motion of his big dick had the desired effect, bringing us both closer to orgasm.</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">At the right moment, he pulled out and spurted all his cum around my vagina. Damn, that felt so fucking nice!</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline13.png.7b069a80a744292289994c9428a6727e.png" data-fileid="2598010" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598010" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline13.thumb.png.8fc90fea20062d0ea4afdd55da2af9e0.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline13.thumb.png.8fc90fea20062d0ea4afdd55da2af9e0.png" /></a>Like any man, he fell into a deep sleep after climaxing. I got up and wished him good night. I had to clean myself up and pay for the room before heading back to Mother's place.</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline14.png.c7aea2263c7bb539b5441a3f17266768.png" data-fileid="2598011" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598011" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline14.thumb.png.b793e34638abaa8f6acad294d72aee67.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline14.thumb.png.b793e34638abaa8f6acad294d72aee67.png" /></a>I went back downstairs to pay the innkeeper, a very friendly Argonian woman with a message addressed to me. <br />
			<em>"You're Lucille, right? A woman with gray hair dressed like a thief was looking for you. She's waiting out front, near the market. Oh, and don't worry about Griffin upstairs, he's a regular, he'll pay his tab."<br />
			"Oh, thanks! I can still cover half for the room, though. I had a blast there, too!"<br />
			"I’m sure you did! Good night, Breton sister!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline15.png.aeefcd85f9fee77caa79d2914d30bba9.png" data-fileid="2598012" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598012" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline15.thumb.png.c7ca9963d628f823e20d472ea88302fb.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline15.thumb.png.c7ca9963d628f823e20d472ea88302fb.png" /></a><em>"Well, well, there's my precious daughter! So, how was your date? Did he have a big one?"<br />
			"Mom! How could you..."<br />
			"Oh, Lucille, don't be so prudish. All women have their urges, even me, despite my senior age."<br />
			"I don't want to hear any of it! But yeah, I had a good time, and he had a decent one!"<br />
			"Nice of you! Right, we've got a job to do, follow me."</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline16.png.a08b6abd8200a0e6e05a1455c2ee078d.png" data-fileid="2598013" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598013" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline16.thumb.png.33679d55d954a6a30d3f1df1e1939280.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline16.thumb.png.33679d55d954a6a30d3f1df1e1939280.png" /></a><em>"Mother, what are we doing on the docks late at night? Can you explain what's going on?"<br />
			"That pest, Maven Black-Briar... She stuck her nose into my business and tried to snatch my daughter away from me. You know the saying: </em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><em>an eye for an eye..."<br />
			"I'm worried about this feud between you two, Mother... What have you done?"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline17.png.a782008d95b310cf5ccaf70d7a87e0ba.png" data-fileid="2598014" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598014" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline17.thumb.png.e952df497217cec60bf2d0bc4695bdeb.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline17.thumb.png.e952df497217cec60bf2d0bc4695bdeb.png" /></a><em>"I decided to abduct her own daughter, Ingun Black-Briar. A brilliant alchemist who doesn't really like her family but knows exactly what their future plans are. To get those answers, I need your help, Lucille. Would you kindly assist me?"<br />
			"Let me get this straight: you're asking me to make your enemy's daughter reveal her family secrets? Sign me up, I'll be glad to do it!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline18.png.c24921bbe374121596739518422c1a23.png" data-fileid="2598015" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598015" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline18.thumb.png.938bec92c7ac095f4992f033b7af7db4.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline18.thumb.png.938bec92c7ac095f4992f033b7af7db4.png" /></a><em>"Alright, we're in the abandoned warehouse. She's downstairs, tied to a chair and blindfolded. Ingun has already seen me and heard me speak, so I'll stay silent by your side. Use any means necessary to break her."  <br />
			"That's fine by me! I've never tortured anyone before, so it might be fun! Plus, I've got some new spells I want to try out..."</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline19.png.5d3680a883ef1a761a183e3304efa02b.png" data-fileid="2598016" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598016" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline19.thumb.png.4c53d30604f8845f168f7aaf646a6888.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline19.thumb.png.4c53d30604f8845f168f7aaf646a6888.png" /></a>As Mother had mentioned, Maven's daughter was downstairs. Bound, blindfolded, and barefoot. Ingun looked just like her mom, with jet-black hair and a slender but muscular physique. Watching her helpless reminded me of my own ordeals when I stood in her shoes or rather, lacking them.</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline20.png.4d765dad93ee8bf6887b70c4a0503378.png" data-fileid="2598017" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598017" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline20.thumb.png.71f15befa4d5b24b09ddbf569855e3c8.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline20.thumb.png.71f15befa4d5b24b09ddbf569855e3c8.png" /></a><em>"Good evening, Ingun. Looks like you're in a real tight spot. Luckily for you, it can be over quickly."<br />
			"Release me, you bitch! Do you know who my family is? You won't make it through the week!"<br />
			"Well, time will tell. Speaking of which, if you could give me some info about your family’s upcoming business plans, I promise I won't hurt you."<br />
			"Fuck you, I'm no snitch!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline21.png.0323430c84bb9fe77eed7ef5fd54f836.png" data-fileid="2598018" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598018" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline21.thumb.png.17879e590ee644d6dcb73a3a654c7526.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline21.thumb.png.17879e590ee644d6dcb73a3a654c7526.png" /></a><em>"I guess you prefer the hard way. Perfect, so do I. You can't see what I'm holding, but you can hear it, right? Some lightning to spark things up, shall we?"<br />
			"Wait! Listen, I'm sorry, but I'm not involved in my family's matters, that's the truth!"<br />
			"Nah, I don't buy it. I think you know more than you're willing to admit, so I'm going to get the truth out of you!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline22.png.55181e12b94b311d38abd77491cf6610.png" data-fileid="2598019" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598019" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline22.thumb.png.819c9cea4c381167387607a2338a8b42.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline22.thumb.png.819c9cea4c381167387607a2338a8b42.png" /></a>And the torture began. I cast my weakest lightning spell on Ingun. Although it looked impressive, it wasn't that powerful. The lightning coursed through her body, from head to toe. She tried to block out the pain, but it wasn’t going to get any better. <br />
			<em>"I'll ask again: what kind of business does your family plan to do soon?"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline23.png.01a423304cd47d26159e6144fb7b3f83.png" data-fileid="2598020" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598020" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline23.thumb.png.d1a7c44811e13fc1a8272cadbf9ae6f1.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline23.thumb.png.d1a7c44811e13fc1a8272cadbf9ae6f1.png" /></a>I changed my interrogation approach. Since Mother, with her lovely oversight, arranged to have Ingun barefoot, I might use it to my advantage.<br />
			<em>"How does it feel to have sparks flying onto your feet? Is it painful? Is it ticklish? Both at the same time? I can tell it’s making you twitch!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline24.png.14797c645cd804af6d93fa9b98d0b3b3.png" data-fileid="2598021" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598021" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline24.thumb.png.56be67249fd7bfbf5fa73ec4fa356592.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline24.thumb.png.56be67249fd7bfbf5fa73ec4fa356592.png" /></a>Maven's daughter resisted for a while, but when I decided to bring my hands filled with magic close to her head, she cracked and gave up.<br />
			<em>"Enough! Please stop! I'll tell you what I know!"<br />
			"About time, Ingun! I'm ready to keep going all night if I have to. Speak!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline25.png.bee76c46561c5eedc50d00f03abe684f.png" data-fileid="2598022" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598022" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline25.thumb.png.d549fd2a697300d4a62441f3b74424d3.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline25.thumb.png.d549fd2a697300d4a62441f3b74424d3.png" /></a>"<em>At a family dinner, my mother mentioned that she wanted to acquire the Honningbrew Meadery near Whiterun. She has a plan involving the Thieves' Guild. I swear, I don't know anything else!"</em><br />
			Mom was satisfied with the answer, but she thought it needed more details. She pointed out an area of the warehouse to pursue the questioning. <br />
			<em>"Listen, I understand that you don't wanna let your mom down, but there's more to this story, right? That's why I'm going to move you."</em><br />
			<em>"No! Please... I can't..."</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline26.png.0b532c03fada047f1e55398b4ad99495.png" data-fileid="2598023" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598023" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline26.thumb.png.a97df1c61ed1005b8e951a740cda3770.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline26.thumb.png.a97df1c61ed1005b8e951a740cda3770.png" /></a>As I escorted Ingun, I couldn't help but notice how much taller she was than me, even though she was forced on her tiptoes. My face lit up when I saw where we were going to put this girl, while Mother drew her dagger to strip her.<br />
			<em>"Where are you taking me? I'm hurt, and I can't bear the cold stone on my feet!"<br />
			"Quiet. Don't worry, I'll heal you up, we're not done yet."</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline27.png.2e0d58c77a41b7e75581f9bd6cbca94a.png" data-fileid="2598024" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598024" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline27.thumb.png.6df7cb9cb92c835f017de8ff1926be10.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline27.thumb.png.6df7cb9cb92c835f017de8ff1926be10.png" /></a>We placed Ingun in the frame, with her hands and feet shackled in the air. She was left in her underwear, utterly defenseless, with a gorgeous sculpted body. I did what I said and cast a healing spell to restore her health, along with a special bonus. <br />
			<em>"What are you doing to me? Why do I feel weaker?"<br />
			"Yeah, about that.. My healing spell comes with a drawback: it makes the target vulnerable, making them more prone to certain effects. This will come in handy later on."</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline28.png.cd852560ab704f00510f7b721bdc7c7a.png" data-fileid="2598025" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598025" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline28.thumb.png.ca38524b2bdb59817141618b5eaa7a58.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline28.thumb.png.ca38524b2bdb59817141618b5eaa7a58.png" /></a>Since Maven's daughter was a bit ticklish, my curse spell will amplify her sensitivity. I used a new spell called Locust Touch on her soles. It’s normally used as a poisonous spell, but I made it work to cause irritation or itching instead. See my devious tickle plan? Of course, it didn’t take much for her to break out laughing. <br />
			<em>"Surprise! No more lightning, but tickling until I hear all about that meadery takeover!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline29.png.cc84ee5cb7233c289ff483e244528e0f.png" data-fileid="2598026" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598026" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline29.thumb.png.faf15ceaf35d9223c1cc8e165c859748.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline29.thumb.png.faf15ceaf35d9223c1cc8e165c859748.png" /></a>Mother joined in to tickle torture Ingun. She was thrilled to take part, and I was delighted to team up with my mom in tickling poor Ingun mercilessly. Besides, her expertise would be a welcome addition to force the truth out of the girl. <br />
			<em>"Ahahahahah! Please, stop! Leave my feet alone! Ahahah!"<br />
			"Oh, but we're only just getting started, Ingun! Just tell me everything, and my partner and I will stop. You have my word."</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline30.png.073e806f79daf85ff00ba0cdf3d013f2.png" data-fileid="2598027" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598027" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline30.thumb.png.140441700f17d07c21c4836e3749d299.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline30.thumb.png.140441700f17d07c21c4836e3749d299.png" /></a>A few minutes passed; the Black-Briar daughter was tenacious, enduring the tickling attacks as long as she could. I figured a change of tactics might be needed, so I decided to keep up with my wicked game and cast a water spell on her stomach. <br />
			<em>"You're strong, but will you be tough enough to resist your bladder's call? You won't be able to hold it forever!"<br />
			"Ahahahahah! Cut it out! No, what's happening to me? I suddenly need to pee, stop the tickles, please!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline31.png.f1b2113011a79358254b8292417e5065.png" data-fileid="2598028" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598028" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline31.thumb.png.b20117ebdec1ab99ce10e81de54a9022.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline31.thumb.png.b20117ebdec1ab99ce10e81de54a9022.png" /></a>Ingun lost control and started peeing everywhere. That didn't stop Mother and I from keeping on tickling her big feet. I even mocked the poor girl.<br />
			<em>"Well, well, looks like you wet your underwear. I suppose there's a limit to your stamina after all..."<br />
			"Ahahah! Yes, yes, enough already! Oh goodness, I still need to pee! Ahah!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline32.png.79740c97f66e9008024b3054f0a3223f.png" data-fileid="2598029" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598029" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline32.thumb.png.cb96ca0ebbb969bd4b11ead91e2ef782.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline32.thumb.png.cb96ca0ebbb969bd4b11ead91e2ef782.png" /></a>I thought a proper humiliation would do the trick to break Ingun's spirit, and I was right. Not only did I make her soil herself, but I also made her strip naked. Mom knew I got it and decided to leave, giving me a grin meant to wrap up the torture session in style. <br />
			<em>"So, Ingun, ready to tell me what you truly know about the meadery?"<br />
			"Yeah... But you're such a nasty bitch. You kidnapped me and tortured me with lightning and tickling until I peed myself! And now I'm naked and still helpless, what more do you want?"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline33.png.93cf46755354f4e8f12cc97f73ebed04.png" data-fileid="2598030" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598030" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline33.thumb.png.997412f55b48918d201a57d208135069.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline33.thumb.png.997412f55b48918d201a57d208135069.png" /></a> <em>"Oh, poor Ingun... I didn't want things to get this far, and I'm sorry, but you asked for it. Now, please, tell me everything."<br />
			"My mother intends to sabotage the Honningbrew Meadery with the Thieves' Guild's assistance. It's a pest control operation involving skeevers, to bring down the selling price. The sales contract is stored in our meadery right here in Riften, but my mom keeps a copy in her study, just in case. </em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><em>I don't know anything else, so please, let me go!"<br />
			"There you go, it wasn't that hard! But before I take my leave, you deserve a reward. Consider it my way to apologize for my actions tonight."</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline34.png.14c9d6d467fc0dbe5582d0b46474f1a8.png" data-fileid="2598031" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598031" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline34.thumb.png.1a33f3b23fb49f3ec1275977022e5aea.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline34.thumb.png.1a33f3b23fb49f3ec1275977022e5aea.png" /></a>I had learned a final spell in the charm category: one for arousal, or how to sexually turn someone on. I couldn’t have imagined any better opportunity to try it out.<br />
			<em>"With such an athletic body, I'm sure you must be quite popular, don't you? I really like your small boobs and how clean your vagina is!"<br />
			"Oh... What the..? Oh, it feels so nice... Please, more!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline35.png.9f4eca2dc2bf74801838a5937e720a7e.png" data-fileid="2598032" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598032" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline35.thumb.png.04b71723c818cc300aeca8cfeb56d003.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline35.thumb.png.04b71723c818cc300aeca8cfeb56d003.png" /></a>I moved to the other side and speed up my fingers on Ingun's pussy. I could sense her heart beating faster, with adrenaline rushing through her whole body. Soon, her moans would turn into an orgasm so powerful that she would drift off asleep right after. <br />
			<em>"Enjoying that, huh? You naughty thing, I should start tickling you again for having so much pleasure!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline36.png.d678c03b76f46dcd64eb50c03e8dcd3c.png" data-fileid="2598033" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2598033" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Adrenaline36.thumb.png.be9b0da87c005ec963b2064c2351f0de.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_05/Adrenaline36.thumb.png.be9b0da87c005ec963b2064c2351f0de.png" /></a>When Ingun came, my work here was complete, and I could leave on a high note. She was exhausted, out of breath, torn between agony and ecstasy. For once, I played the tormentor's role, and I enjoyed it more than you can imagine! <br />
			<em>"So long, girl! You'd better keep your mouth shut about tonight, or otherwise, I'll be back."</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I took my time (and really liked doing it) with the chapter! I wanted to try different stuff, like a longer sex scene, good torture/tickling shots and Lucille in the dom role that she can pull off (that little minx!). </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Seems like the war between Mother (Teresa) and Maven is officially on. I'm pretty pleased with the parallel I tried to draw between the two families, even though their goals are entirely different. It will continue for a couple of chapters before things take a good or bad turn...</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><em>"Morning Lucille, already working, that's the spirit! Once you're done with your bedroom, go upstairs and sweep the floor too. Other than that, are you liking your new golden cuffs?"<br />
			"Greetings Mother, I will take care of it. And yes, I quite like them, they match perfectly with my collar, thank you!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566930" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune02.png.217347004784da06185ccff4cf80f1f8.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune02.thumb.png.973c0fea92bebb9a993c51ac952da2e4.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566930" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune02.thumb.png.973c0fea92bebb9a993c51ac952da2e4.png" /></a>A few days had passed. I obviously had no intention of doing Mother’s chores, so I waited for her to walk away before sneaking into her private library. I was trying to figure out how to move one of the bookshelves when I spotted a small, unusual altar. When I pressed the eye icon on top of it, I heard a click, and something happened.</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566931" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune03.png.f7f3bef30d573509874704ed098cd934.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune03.thumb.png.218e190c864149fe1134db44d0aeced8.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566931" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune03.thumb.png.218e190c864149fe1134db44d0aeced8.png" /></a>The back shelf began to slide into the ground, revealing a small room hidden behind that left me astonished. So Mother really did keep a secret garden of her own!</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566932" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune04.png.2082abffc56fe79463d3b5c9068b8298.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune04.thumb.png.7d50b94f9ed7e69a3b911db54c19bfdc.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566932" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune04.thumb.png.7d50b94f9ed7e69a3b911db54c19bfdc.png" /></a>I stepped inside, gazing at the chests likely overflowing with gold coins. Mother had a desk with a ledger and maps of Skyrim and Tamriel. A Thief’s outfit was displayed neatly in the room’s corner, along with a statue of a deity that attracted me somehow.</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566933" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune05.png.94b14b53aad30d5334318576c94353fb.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune05.thumb.png.8cb59451b20eb0109c895e4943a9368a.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566933" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune05.thumb.png.8cb59451b20eb0109c895e4943a9368a.png" /></a>I took a closer look; it was Nocturnal, the goddess of the night and darkness. Why did Mother have a statue of this deity hidden away? ? Speaking of the devil, I heard her voice coming through the back.<br />
			<em>"She’s magnificent, don’t you think? The oldest and most mysterious of the Daedric Princes, who promises fortune to those worshipping her."</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566934" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune06.png.26992da2fe64b0cef24d1706e9c18401.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune06.thumb.png.6237748f801f527fdfce7b89d586f7ce.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566934" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune06.thumb.png.6237748f801f527fdfce7b89d586f7ce.png" /></a><em>"Enough with the mysteries, Mother! I'm a grown woman now, and I refuse to be kept in the dark any longer! Tell me everything about your shady activities. I just want to help you and get involved!"</em><br />
			<em>"I guess you deserve a proper answer... Alright, let's have lunch first and I'll fill you in completely, I promise."</em></span></span>
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			<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Come on, Lucille, eat up! Your body needs those nutrients to stay healthy!"<br />
			"I'm not feeling that hungry... Also, forgive me, Mother. I shouldn't have yelled at you earlier..."<br />
			"No worries, you've got spirit! I'm glad my daughter can defy authority even though she's supposed to be enslaved. Anyway, bon appétit!"</span></span></em>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566937" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune08.png.96bd3dabe4ecb0bfd86e6980f83bb18d.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune08.thumb.png.7e53a03822efba84f82e27f8745719ea.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566937" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune08.thumb.png.7e53a03822efba84f82e27f8745719ea.png" /></a></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">After lunch, we went out onto the terrace overlooking the lake. I listened quietly to Mother's narrative.<br />
			<em>"Your father and I met when we were enemies in the Reach conflict. We fell in love, dreamed of a life away from the war, and you came along. Unfortunately, that foolish Madanach was captured, and your father tried to rescue him. I never saw my husband since. I got you to safety, then I vowed to uncover your father's fate, whatever it takes. Thus, my Eclipse persona, my connections, and lately, I've turned to the mystical with Nocturnal. Now you know pretty much everything... Come on, let's go for a walk!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566938" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune09.png.aade7cf6404757872f8ac9d6d37b9bcf.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune09.thumb.png.7b5cbf4d2f4f08e5f62a8943babacf4f.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566938" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune09.thumb.png.7b5cbf4d2f4f08e5f62a8943babacf4f.png" /></a>I followed Mother down the stairs to a small dock. She stretched, unburdened by the weight of her past actions.<br />
			<em>"Where are we going, Mom? Shouldn't we get changed first?"<br />
			"Oh, who cares! All that honest talk put me in the mood for a dip!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566939" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune10.png.12272c115144440590344106bcce4f8f.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune10.thumb.png.1df4cf30e4acb77ee69c090125419d10.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566939" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune10.thumb.png.1df4cf30e4acb77ee69c090125419d10.png" /></a>Mother got undressed and headed into the water. She didn't give a damn about her modesty, much to my shock and discomfort.<br />
			<em>"Mom! People might see you naked!"<br />
			"Stop being so shy, Lucille! Take off that dress and come join me, or I won't tell you about this afternoon's surprise."</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566940" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune11.png.de80e337018a7559320bf3d4dc138bd9.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune11.thumb.png.df9ed7cda71a15b3e1896ac43b7d0312.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566940" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune11.thumb.png.df9ed7cda71a15b3e1896ac43b7d0312.png" /></a>Once in the lake, I no longer worried about my nudity. The water was refreshing, and Mother quickly made me feel at ease.<br />
			<em>"What are we going to do this afternoon, Mother? It feels weird to say it like that, I'm so excited!"<br />
			"Do you remember when Sammy came by to give me a note? That was about a time and place for a meeting with a Skooma dealer. This afternoon, in the Ratway. You're coming with me, but I'm going to remind you of the rules. Out in public, you're my slave and I'm your mistress, so you'll have to behave accordingly. No one will bother you since I'll be around. If you don't play your part well..."</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566941" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune12.png.9ed462f426b079519ae12eec5e9803c6.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune12.thumb.png.f3728e60a0682bbcf934657401b3c2cf.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566941" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune12.thumb.png.f3728e60a0682bbcf934657401b3c2cf.png" /></a>She moved closer, grabbed one of my arms, and placed her hand on my stomach.<br />
			<em>"I'll tickle some sense into you, got it, Lucille?"<br />
			"Ahahah! Okay, okay, I'll be good!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566942" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune13.png.e3d3dfcfcee996d76bc95352517fa881.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune13.thumb.png.61d0790c9b45603d65205dbbe5dd10bb.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566942" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune13.thumb.png.61d0790c9b45603d65205dbbe5dd10bb.png" /></a>We went inside the Ratway, to one section called Beggar's Brawl Arena. Mom knew the place and showed me around.<br />
			<em>"Welcome to the vice's lair! It's quiet during the day but crowded in the evening. You can gamble, play games, fight in the cage or drink. Don't mind the blood on the floor though."<br />
			"You could at least provide me some footwear, it's not very clean down here..."<br />
			"Sorry, but I have a policy: all my slaves must be barefoot. It’s to remind them of their status, alongside the collar around their neck."<br />
			"Yeah, and definitely not to check out their feet, right Mistress?"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566943" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune14.png.87acaea31e937b105a99ba9b9e53223c.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune14.thumb.png.78f19c3a0313c398983ffb1e8a574127.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566943" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune14.thumb.png.78f19c3a0313c398983ffb1e8a574127.png" /></a>Mom and I ended up in a private room where I fulfilled my slave role perfectly, kneeling and staring down as a sign of submission while Mother discussed business with an Argonian.<br />
			<em>"I'll buy you a new shipment of Skooma for next month. The usual price."<br />
			"I don't think so, Eclipse. Rumor has it you blew your recent business at the cave. From now on, the price just doubled."<br />
			"You damn snake! Are you trying to milk me for extra gold? Not a chance!"<br />
			"In that case, you can leave. I have other customers waiting. Have a nice day."</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><em>"Keep doing your business like this, and you'll see how karma will come back to bite you!"<br />
			"Mistress, if I may..."<br />
			"Not now slave. I'll make sure to punish you like hell!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566945" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune16.png.cd62cbfee684b2b1b654eb330d59c2fa.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune16.thumb.png.f7946a1eb617ec35675bdfcb8901c603.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566945" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune16.thumb.png.f7946a1eb617ec35675bdfcb8901c603.png" /></a></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">As we were heading for the exit, Mother ran into an acquaintance who was having a drink.<br />
			<em>"Maven."<br />
			"Teresa."<br />
			"What are you doing here? Aren't you supposed to become the next Jarl or something?"<br />
			"That can wait; I have some business to conduct here first. Now, who's that beauty behind you?"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566946" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune17.png.13c8062c73c7df9cfb051c1c9b49258c.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune17.thumb.png.2d9745c7bafe99f10775545837369078.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566946" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune17.thumb.png.2d9745c7bafe99f10775545837369078.png" /></a></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Maven inspected me like I was some kind of merchandise. She was intimidating, making me nervous to speak. Luckily, Mother came to my aid. <br />
			<em>"I allow you to speak, slave. You may proceed." <br />
			"I... I'm nobody. I was enslaved by bandits and then bought back by Mistress, to whom I owe my life."<br />
			"Interesting. Since we’re in an arena, I’d like to organize a fight. You against the champion. If you win, you’ll be a free woman again. If you lose, I’ll become your Mistress. Teresa, what do you think?"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566947" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune18.png.96e48c0cefa139417b64db1bba30548e.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune18.thumb.png.45c5083e65d5e6a0e912785f7aaa5aa5.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566947" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune18.thumb.png.45c5083e65d5e6a0e912785f7aaa5aa5.png" /></a></span></span>
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			<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Let's make this combat worthwhile, shall we? I'll step into the cage with her, and I'm betting 3,000 gold coins on our victory. Either you bet the same amount on our defeat, or we're leaving. What do you say, Maven? Don't you want to see me get smacked down?"<br />
			"A handicap match? Fine, if you're so confident about your fighting skills, prove it. Beggar's rags only, match ends by submission or knockout."<br />
			"Don't worry, I know the rules! Just line up your gold coins; I'll collect them afterwards."</span></span></em>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566948" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune19.png.6f6dc23ae66186663cd1b5b01db8a53d.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune19.thumb.png.d1069a43d52d9362a87d35bae7d02f50.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566948" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune19.thumb.png.d1069a43d52d9362a87d35bae7d02f50.png" /></a>We went down to a dressing room next to the arena to get changed. I was worried, but having Mother by my side gave me hope for the best. <br />
			<em>"Are you sure about this? I mean... I know a few moves, but without magic, I'm powerless."<br />
			"Relax, Lucille, I've seen the champion fight before. He's beatable, but we'll have to play dirty. Okay, let's get dressed and warm up a bit."</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566949" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune20.png.d0810adaf0f45d3396f788b67b6925f4.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune20.thumb.png.92a459963ac2e69a5212874b839972b2.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566949" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune20.thumb.png.92a459963ac2e69a5212874b839972b2.png" /></a>I started stretching while Mom practiced her kicks on the training dummy. She looked so composed and upbeat, just like someone with a lifetime of experience to back it up.<br />
			<em>"Damn, Mother... I mean, Mistress, I didn't know you were so good at close combat. Where did you learn that?"<br />
			"When we're together alone, you can call me Mother, my dear daughter. After more than a decade of training with the Imperial Legion, so to speak, I can hold my own if I have to fight unarmed. But against today's opponent, who is tall and strong, we'll have to use some cunning. Focus on his legs or his nuts. Once he's on the ground, it's game over."</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566950" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune21.png.53e4493311e30a62e881037f91edbae8.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune21.thumb.png.385b36e9e4e28eb0be28d7e784fe74e1.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566950" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune21.thumb.png.385b36e9e4e28eb0be28d7e784fe74e1.png" /></a>Mother and I stepped into the arena, under Maven’s piercing gaze from above. The champion was a two-meter-tall giant Nord with arms as thick as my thighs. I was a little nervous, but Mom remained completely unfazed.<br />
			<em>"So... I'm supposed to beat up these two women, an old lady and a little brat? Sounds like a piece of cake."<br />
			"Bring it on, big jerk, and see what an old lady is made of!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566951" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune22.png.d497d8a49cdf50b65a9afd3df7f33003.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune22.thumb.png.f96ce8587189cadd354a82250e2710aa.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566951" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune22.thumb.png.f96ce8587189cadd354a82250e2710aa.png" /></a>The fight began, and the champion didn't waste any time; he rushed to hit us with a double clothesline. His speed took me by surprise, and I fell to the ground, while Mom, being far better balanced, managed to stay on her feet.</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566952" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune23.png.beaee326882190d66db5a243ba0df890.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune23.thumb.png.f75cdb4e51fe23ff4c6b9c8ff9055607.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566952" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune23.thumb.png.f75cdb4e51fe23ff4c6b9c8ff9055607.png" /></a>I tried to sit back up and saw Mother attempt to kick the Nord's head. His hand blocked my mom's attack with such force that it shocked her fully.<br />
			<em>"Cute foot, woman, but I don't think so. Let me show you how it's done!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566953" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune24.png.d6aaec48c93fac6689b336226709098e.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune24.thumb.png.cca1fd23fe737527eb10d7e976fb766e.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566953" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune24.thumb.png.cca1fd23fe737527eb10d7e976fb766e.png" /></a>In the champion's eyes, we were nothing but his playthings. He lifted Mother so easily and slammed her to the ground. I quickly got back up to strike back and targeted the Nord's crotch.<br />
			<em>"Hands off my Mistress, you bastard!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566954" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune25.png.ccb37504ae5ddccca28b028876106da5.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune25.thumb.png.3c7b5410549fafba63bbfcc4c46e5565.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566954" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune25.thumb.png.3c7b5410549fafba63bbfcc4c46e5565.png" /></a>My move didn't have the desired effect; the champion turned his full attention on me, and I could tell he was really pissed off.<br />
			<em>"You little pest, how dare you! Get ready to be punished by a real man!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566955" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune26.png.ab993f150da6454286c857d1b86bb730.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune26.thumb.png.4210fd4e7f279b0854459cd14a82da8d.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566955" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune26.thumb.png.4210fd4e7f279b0854459cd14a82da8d.png" /></a>As I tried to run away, the giant caught up with me, lifted me up, and held me still. I was completely helpless, at his mercy. My only hope lay in Mother's assistance to free me from this tight spot.<br />
			<em>"I'm going to take my time and enjoy making you submit, slave!"<br />
			"Never, you pig!"<br />
			"Your Mistress is beaten, you belong to me now!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566956" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune27.png.ab6c432edd53f91615128fec81ac1487.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune27.thumb.png.e7a1547a04c310814271d22b25fdc9e4.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566956" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune27.thumb.png.e7a1547a04c310814271d22b25fdc9e4.png" /></a>Mother caught the champion off guard with a vicious kick to between his legs. He cried out in pain and relaxed his grip on my chest, allowing me to slip free. <br />
			<em>"No one touches my enslaved girl except me! Is that clear enough for you, champ?"<br />
			"Mistress. . . Thank you!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566957" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune28.png.647f633ba66cb03fcb09481455f14d67.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune28.thumb.png.e46c7bb0278432ec17447430f22f740d.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566957" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune28.thumb.png.e46c7bb0278432ec17447430f22f740d.png" /></a>We had an opening, we had our shot at revenge! I punched my fists into his crotch while Mother delivered a powerful kick just below his chin. The Nord lost his balance and started to fall heavily.<br />
			<em>"Alright, let's end this! A downward elbow strike to finish him off!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566958" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune29.png.91f6a9e61a69b6ee74cdb52ef1c1f64c.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune29.thumb.png.a91119011008d92af056a55b732b69b5.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566958" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune29.thumb.png.a91119011008d92af056a55b732b69b5.png" /></a>The mother-daughter duo worked like a charm, much to Maven's astonishment. She never thought the arena's champion would suffer such a crushing defeat.<br />
			<em>"Aim for the throat, show no mercy!"<br />
			"Yes, Mistress! Here I come!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566959" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune30.png.42c79a58627a7886f62ac2afa4b6f12f.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune30.thumb.png.0393de831ca45aae9e5b12e3022a4d9c.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566959" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune30.thumb.png.0393de831ca45aae9e5b12e3022a4d9c.png" /></a>I couldn't believe it, but we had done it, we were victorious! I felt so relieved to have not let Mother down. She was happy for me too, she eagerly lifted my arm high in the air and celebrated our triumph in the arena. Maven, still behind and above us, felt disgusted but kept a straight face to maintain appearances for the few people inside.<br />
			<em>"Well done, Teresa. You and your slave fought hard, so enjoy your prize."</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566960" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune31.png.37f2aa342164982394c1428a0418b8e6.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune31.thumb.png.f2a3e52e1aeb1497fb2b377b967c0f64.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566960" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune31.thumb.png.f2a3e52e1aeb1497fb2b377b967c0f64.png" /></a>We got dressed and then collected the winnings from the match. Maven was waiting at the Beggar's Brawl Arena entrance, but Mom decided to snub her before we headed out. <br />
			<em>"I told you I was going to take that gold from you, didn’t I, Maven? My dear slave, show some respect, will you?<br />
			"It was an honor to meet you, Maven, and I hope I proved myself worthy of your time."<br />
			"Hmph. We're not done yet, Teresa. You'd better watch your back!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566961" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune32.png.24d82b78d159e643c181ce502c531aa7.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune32.thumb.png.1804abee5e5e9a22ff72de99be57cf44.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566961" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune32.thumb.png.1804abee5e5e9a22ff72de99be57cf44.png" /></a>Outside, the sunset cast its glow over Riften. Mother and I took a moment to talk about what we had just been through. <br />
			<em>"What's wrong, Lucille? You suddenly look worried. It's because of Maven, right?"<br />
			"Yeah, she's really scary. Who is she, exactly? I have a feeling you two have some past history together."<br />
			"The matriarch and head of the Black-Briar family. Their mansion is right behind us, by the way. They’re known for their famous locally produced mead, but they also have ties to the Thieves’ Guild and the Dark Brotherhood. Maven has been trying to get rid of me for several years, with no success. Come on, let's go home."</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566962" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune33.png.96a8807a393950b6357736050a21aca6.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune33.thumb.png.83c40cf7b5981b08651bbf20fe07fd3c.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566962" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune33.thumb.png.83c40cf7b5981b08651bbf20fe07fd3c.png" /></a><em>"Oh, I forgot to tell you! I won the 3,000 gold coins from Maven, but I also made 2,000 gold coins off the Argonian dealer. That’ll serve him right for betting against me... I mean, us!"<br />
			"5,000 gold coins in one afternoon... Wow! Must be nice you didn't get your hands on that Skooma shipment. You should thank me, really!"<br />
			"Don't push your luck, Lucille! You're still 5,000 gold coins short, but hey, at least it's a step in the right direction!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566963" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune34.png.fc9131d111718a1e31214c9af42a56cc.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune34.thumb.png.4d59bc454fc8c8c7346b19e0bfe54955.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566963" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune34.thumb.png.4d59bc454fc8c8c7346b19e0bfe54955.png" /></a>Mom and I stopped on the bridge right next to her residence to admire the sun's reflection upon the lake. <br />
			<em>"Sometimes, I pause whatever I'm doing and clear my mind by staring at the horizon. It gives me hope, for a brighter tomorrow. </em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><em>Do you ever do that, Lucille?"<br />
			"Yeah, I do. When I discovered that my parents could be in Skyrim, that’s when I started hoping to reunite with them. I'm glad I made it happen, despite the circumstances." <br />
			"Me too, my daughter, me too..."</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566964" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune35.png.ea7304bc61b6ddbbe12af798b80e40a8.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune35.thumb.png.f7b3b35ca1d9ad8b3cf9019e126e0ef0.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566964" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune35.thumb.png.f7b3b35ca1d9ad8b3cf9019e126e0ef0.png" /></a><em>"You know what? I've decided to give you something Lucille. As a reward for your efforts today, I'm releasing you from slavery. I trust your choices and actions, you are my grown-up daughter, after all!"<br />
			"Wait... Really? I... I don't know what to say, thanks, Mother!"<br />
			"We're always in public... When I need you as my slave for business purposes, you'll proudly take back this role, understood?"<br />
			"Of course, as long as I can stay by your side, I'm fine with it!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2566965" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune36.png.79e71a67bf83ed78105af7f61e01b92d.png" rel=""><img alt="Fortune36.thumb.png.923b0f83feaca1a77186c2fc65576d3e.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2566965" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_04/Fortune36.thumb.png.923b0f83feaca1a77186c2fc65576d3e.png" /></a>I was so filled with positive emotions that I threw my arms around Mother's neck. All I wanted right now was to catch up on lost time and work together as a family. <br />
			<em>"I haven't got the chance to tell you this, but I love you, Mother! You're an amazing person!"<br />
			"Haha, that's enough love for one day! Let's take off that collar so you can show me your magic skills. Do you have the same orange lightning spells as your father?"<br />
			"Yes! So it's hereditary! I knew it meant something special..."</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Some background lore, some action, and less feet! I have the next three chapters in mind. There will be rivalry with the Black Briar family, but first and foremost, Lucille’s regaining her freedom is something to celebrate! I wanted to include it at the end of this chapter, but I figured it would be better for the next one. Just wait and see Lucille rediscovering her dominant side. One she inherited from her mother, Teresa... </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Speaking of the devil, I'm rather satisfied with how I managed to fit her into Lucille's story. She won't appear in every chapter, but she'll play a fairly important role in Lucille's future adventures. </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2553149" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline02.png.9d693177661ed803067fcc17504f5c8c.png" rel=""><img alt="Discipline02.thumb.png.d62624dcb11a0ca7f6fc80ca7cd1de77.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2553149" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline02.thumb.png.d62624dcb11a0ca7f6fc80ca7cd1de77.png" /></a>I was dragged into the estate's basement, chained up with my hands above my head and my feet forced to be on tiptoes. Mother was starring at me; I could see the anger and disappointment in her eyes. As for me, I felt nothing but shame and confusion towards my mom. <br />
			"<em>Well, well, well, Lucille... What's it like being hung up there? Quite comfortable, I hope. And this is only the beginning...</em>"</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2553150" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline03.png.e398f98a784e1dafef8c57257326afbe.png" rel=""><img alt="Discipline03.thumb.png.6fb5c4052900afe3ca37275c6e293d44.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2553150" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline03.thumb.png.6fb5c4052900afe3ca37275c6e293d44.png" /></a>Mother stepped closer, holding a cane that she waved at my exposed body. I didn't like the course of events and tried to calm the situation down.<br />
			<em>"Listen, I'm sorry... I just wanted to find you, whatever the cost..."</em><br />
			<em>"Quiet. My dear daughter, because of your reckless behavior, I lost my entire Skooma operation and had to spend 10,000 gold coins to save your skin. Technically, you're my slave now, and I'm your mistress. As your mother and owner, it is my duty to teach you some discipline..."</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2553151" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline04.png.15e5678f7ccf9a637f59f8a7a5733741.png" rel=""><img alt="Discipline04.thumb.png.185c00a991d3115b69222dc1969ebf99.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2553151" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline04.thumb.png.185c00a991d3115b69222dc1969ebf99.png" /></a>The whipping began. Mother didn't hold back; she wanted to make me understand how my mistakes put me in this predicament. All I could feel was the heat and pain from the wounds, which I tried to block out by screaming.<br />
			<em>"Save your strength; I'll stop flogging you when I decide to!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2553152" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline05.png.c393442d17dafaaf45fd09bcbc313109.png" rel=""><img alt="Discipline05.thumb.png.20bf3adcf579d847061b316daaa841db.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2553152" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline05.thumb.png.20bf3adcf579d847061b316daaa841db.png" /></a>By the time I could barely feel my chest anymore, Mother moved on to my back and buttocks. I kept screaming for every new mark carved into my flesh until I passed out</span></span><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">.<br />
			<em>"Already worn out? We haven't reached 30 swings yet. That's such a disappointment..."</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2553153" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline06.png.2f0af331123422a17bc4732fe9a175d2.png" rel=""><img alt="Discipline06.thumb.png.ba715040af3d8c846a40ae117351694b.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2553153" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline06.thumb.png.ba715040af3d8c846a40ae117351694b.png" /></a><em>"That was a good first lesson! We'll do something different tomorrow. As long as you listen and behave yourself just like a good slave should, I’ll be kind to you, my daughter. Sweet dreams, Lucille!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2553154" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline07.png.8088056f8a16f874189ffff3f6037c19.png" rel=""><img alt="Discipline07.thumb.png.e064dc684060d0c845e71e6098128059.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2553154" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline07.thumb.png.e064dc684060d0c845e71e6098128059.png" /></a>The next day, Mother put me on display in her living room, in the most excruciating position ever. On top of that, she added a gag to prevent me from protesting. I would have to endure all this misery just to win back my mom's trust, an unfair trade in which I had no choice but to comply.<br />
			<em>"My baby girl looks so cute in that pose! I have some errands to run; it should take me a couple of hours. Behave yourself, and I'll let you spend the evening with me, deal?"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2553155" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline08.png.65c1eb3b545e69dee746a117e44fbfc7.png" rel=""><img alt="Discipline08.thumb.png.2748d127763aa09e14525e063744365c.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2553155" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline08.thumb.png.2748d127763aa09e14525e063744365c.png" /></a>Hours just dragged on and on, but Mother kept her word and released me. My limbs were so sore that I couldn't get up, only crawl on all fours alongside my mom, who gleefully kept teasing me.<br />
			<em>"I underestimated you, Lucille. I thought you might break free, but you resisted, proving your resolve, a quality I admire. Perhaps I'll treat you less harshly if you keep making me proud!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2553156" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline09.png.e612a679553a99dfa158377dfaba7740.png" rel=""><img alt="Discipline09.thumb.png.9701090eae4e8e3c3c34673229976fcb.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2553156" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline09.thumb.png.9701090eae4e8e3c3c34673229976fcb.png" /></a>Mother brought me into her private bedroom. She forced me onto my knees to feed me, tied my wrists and ankles together, then kicked off her boots to rest her bare feet by the fireplace before speaking openly.<br />
			<em>"You know, twenty years ago, I didn't want to abandon you... But because of the civil war and your father's disappearance... I thought it would be for the best to spare you a troubled life. That's why I sent you back to High Rock, so you could live in peace."</em><br />
			Hearing the truth from Mother’s mouth touched me deeply, but a sudden urge to pee ruined the moment. I tried to warn her.<br />
			<em>"What do you mean? Ee? Eeee? Oh, I get it! I'll take you there!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2553157" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline10.png.a47cdc4d41a73dbb6d679c6ce0189971.png" rel=""><img alt="Discipline10.thumb.png.1c36b4f2f04fe4403023932e038ffaea.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2553157" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline10.thumb.png.1c36b4f2f04fe4403023932e038ffaea.png" /></a>I went down with Mother to her own personal canal where I was able to relieve myself. I peed so much, I didn't care about my mom standing right next to me, acting like I was her small baby.<br />
			<em>"Looks like you really had to get that out, didn't you? Despite the whole situation, I’m actually glad we got to bond! Hey, since you messed up a little, let’s go take a bath, just like we did years ago!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2553158" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline11.png.029cb8ca952ea8cf0d52afdfac507263.png" rel=""><img alt="Discipline11.thumb.png.171ab94690f88c598969b9579c0f087a.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2553158" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline11.thumb.png.171ab94690f88c598969b9579c0f087a.png" /></a>Honestly, I thought it would be awkward to share a bath with Mother and witness her naked body. In reality, she didn't care at all about her modesty, she kept playing with it just to disturb me.<br />
			<em>"Do you mind if I put my legs up? Of course not. I noticed that look in your eyes, torn between guilt and desire... You like feet! I guess it runs in the family, and I'm pretty sure you've already used them for your own pleasure, haven't you? That's my daughter!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2553159" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline12.png.dcf306414ac1c53dc7f0d931bd5f6d38.png" rel=""><img alt="Discipline12.thumb.png.cf8c9e231a5045f78714d8c09d5eccad.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2553159" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline12.thumb.png.cf8c9e231a5045f78714d8c09d5eccad.png" /></a>After the bath, Mother took me to one of her guest rooms. She laid me down on a bed and rubbed me softly to relax my body before I fell asleep. Come to think about it, Mother had a sharp mind. She was able to figure me out in such a short time... I kind of got stumped by that.<br />
			<em>"You behaved well today, so I'll give you a bit more freedom for tomorrow. I'll let you wander around the house wearing a special dress of mine. I hope you enjoyed the massage and the soft tickles. Sweet dreams, Lucille!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2553160" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline13.png.7b33c6aded222cac18f0379c0432d73d.png" rel=""><img alt="Discipline13.thumb.png.d5e248a913c4d887e17259b17644b54d.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2553160" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline13.thumb.png.d5e248a913c4d887e17259b17644b54d.png" /></a>The next morning, Mother dressed me in her gown, a long robe which kept my arms confined by straps wrapped around my body. After that, she explained the day's schedule.<br />
			<em>"I have some paperwork to take care of this morning, and I'm expecting someone this afternoon. What you're wearing is called a straitjacket, designed to prevent any touching, but you're free to explore the place. Don’t bother me, and when I call you, come over. Got it, Lucille?"<br />
			"Yes Mother. I'll be a good girl and obey your rules."</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2553161" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline14.png.3081c4ee286e300eac1fd96a7ccc8235.png" rel=""><img alt="Discipline14.thumb.png.c985b858ee0bc2378f4ced5b983acb41.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2553161" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline14.thumb.png.c985b858ee0bc2378f4ced5b983acb41.png" /></a></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I went back to the study room where Mother tortured me a couple of days ago. Something seemed to be hidden behind this bookcase, but I couldn't find any lever or hidden mechanism. I knew for sure that my mom had her own secret garden where she kept track of her illegal activities, stuff she didn't mention much. Maybe her reasoning for doing so was to protect me from the whole business?</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2553162" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline15.png.6d82b0ccc656bd1fc864260355cfbc55.png" rel=""><img alt="Discipline15.thumb.png.c2f59a454dfd5d6b0bdbd7b5b14bd4ae.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2553162" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline15.thumb.png.c2f59a454dfd5d6b0bdbd7b5b14bd4ae.png" /></a>When Mother called me, I went to her right away. She was at her desk, poring over the ledgers.<br />
			<em>"You've really put me in a bind, Lucille. Now I'll have to sell a few trinkets just to cover my losses. Anyway, did you take a nice tour of the place?"</em><br />
			<em>"Yes, Mother, I did. Once again, my apologies for all your troubles."<br />
			"Save your excuses for later. My contact is arriving shortly, come with me so I can introduce you."</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2553163" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline16.png.da6169f818f7dd4ff0722c47ba68387e.png" rel=""><img alt="Discipline16.thumb.png.04fa462937ef3d2de23af4a528842198.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2553163" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline16.thumb.png.04fa462937ef3d2de23af4a528842198.png" /></a><em>"Listen, I haven't told you what I do for a living, but since you did some digging, you might know more or less already. Yes, people call me “Eclipse” and I’ve been involved in criminal activities for the past ten years or so. I wanted to grow in the shadows, but I started stepping on other people's toes. Fortunately, I've been able to build connections throughout Skyrim, because information is key. If Gharol didn’t seek me out, I can’t even imagine where you’d be right now."<br />
			"I saved her life, and she returned the favor. I can only thank her strong moral compass for that."</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2553164" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline17.png.81b779b0616d9df2236fe02ca92e3a31.png" rel=""><img alt="Discipline17.thumb.png.a54aefbff6440b8b86cb0e459a089f33.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2553164" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline17.thumb.png.a54aefbff6440b8b86cb0e459a089f33.png" /></a>Mother's contact was a 10-year-old girl wearing a thief's outfit. She handed my mother a piece of paper, which she picked up like this was normal.<br />
			<em>"Here you go, miss Eclipse! If I may ask, who is that girl tied up?"<br />
			"This is Lucille, my 26-year-old daughter! She’s been a bad girl, which is why she has to wear this dress as punishment. Lucille, meet Sammy, honorary member of the Thieves' Guild. Also, she's your little sister."<br />
			"WHAT?"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2553165" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline18.png.4e51c34172b5863684f63f691d89f803.png" rel=""><img alt="Discipline18.thumb.png.15c47d00aff7c47a25c14c47861192d2.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2553165" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline18.thumb.png.15c47d00aff7c47a25c14c47861192d2.png" /></a>I had just been pranked by my own mother, who giggled heartily. She put her arm on my shoulder while Sammy took a seat at the counter.<br />
			"<em>Hahaha, you should have seen your face! Sammy is an orphan. I managed to get her enrolled in the Thieves' Guild, and since then she's been lending me a hand from time to time."<br />
			"Your daughter doesn't seem very bright, miss Eclipse... </em></span><em><span style="font-size:18px;">Can she even defend herself, or </span></em><span style="font-size:18px;"><em>does she need her mommy to be around?" <br />
			"You little brat, bring it on!"<br />
			"Oh, I like this rivalry! Fair enough, Sammy. Come by tomorrow afternoon to play against my daughter!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2553166" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline19.png.62e70e519c69d17f7ae1c0880d3210c1.png" rel=""><img alt="Discipline19.thumb.png.2e09316f7a1bfe1b1538da8fe9397e46.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2553166" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline19.thumb.png.2e09316f7a1bfe1b1538da8fe9397e46.png" /></a>"<em>Girls, the rules are simple: whoever manages to pin the other one to the ground for 10 seconds wins. </em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><em>Lucille, to balance the odds against Sammy, you’ll remain locked in the straitjacket. If you win, I'll remove the restraints you have left, but if you lose... they'll stay on for a little longer. Do you have anything to say before we begin?"<br />
			"I'm going to kick that sassy brat's butt!"<br />
			"Ah, you don't scare me, silly girl! Come and get me!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2553167" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline20.png.aa67113bc9bc4181e4711dc5f4b1a1b3.png" rel=""><img alt="Discipline20.thumb.png.0aff265dd377bc7cba2b396ed7031405.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2553167" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline20.thumb.png.0aff265dd377bc7cba2b396ed7031405.png" /></a>And the fight began. Mother settled in to watch and chuckled at my misfortune. I tried to overwhelm Sammy with my speed and strength, but she used her cunning against me. The cheeky little brat dodged me and tripped me up. I could only stare in disbelief as I lost my balance and, unable to use my arms for support, crashed to the ground.</span></span>
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		<p style="text-align:center;">
			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2553168" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline21.png.c5c04fcbe7b3ef11c5c247f3a0b73ff2.png" rel=""><img alt="Discipline21.thumb.png.7a9b3b0e7c823ce24d5a9332758cc1ec.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2553168" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline21.thumb.png.7a9b3b0e7c823ce24d5a9332758cc1ec.png" /></a>Sammy quickly bent down to bind my ankle restraints together. That made it impossible for me to get back up, so I was doomed to lose.<br />
			<em>"Hey! That's cheating! Hands off my feet, you little pest!"<br />
			"Well done, Sammy! I knew you'd defeat my own daughter that easily. Since she lost, you can keep playing with her. By the way, my daughter has very ticklish soles..."</em></span></span>
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		<p style="text-align:center;">
			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2553169" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline22.png.a721c5b7aa9ea65623e7cfda257b744e.png" rel=""><img alt="Discipline22.thumb.png.d6ead1f07a05d862a4337ed7dc9c5ee1.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2553169" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline22.thumb.png.d6ead1f07a05d862a4337ed7dc9c5ee1.png" /></a>Mom knelt down next to Sammy and gave her some pointers on how to tickle me properly. She had lifted up my calves and I could feel her slender fingers scratching my skin, forcing me to burst out laughing.<br />
			<em>"You're doing great! Don't be shy about digging in with your nails, they'll cause more effect!"<br />
			"Oh, okay! Like this?"<br />
			"Ahahahahah! That's enough, cut it out! Ahahah!"</em></span></span>
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		<p style="text-align:center;">
			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2553170" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline23.png.efe6bd49da73a5678d52f27d370eca6f.png" rel=""><img alt="Discipline23.thumb.png.c7c3e7bbdb74a2d57bdddb7348488619.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2553170" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline23.thumb.png.c7c3e7bbdb74a2d57bdddb7348488619.png" /></a>I tried to escape by rolling aside, but Mother had other ideas. She got behind me, grabbed me, and used her legs to immobilize my upper body. Sammy kept playfully tickling my feet while my mom began tickling my sides.<br />
			<em>"Where do you think you're going, Lucille? You have to deal with your loss and its resulting aftermath!"<br />
			"Ahahahahah! I can't take it anymore, please stop! Ahahahahah!"</em></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2553171" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline24.png.9da8edba1d15b86148b60791977435c1.png" rel=""><img alt="Discipline24.thumb.png.0c47ae0110dee0c52d088130dbb3b205.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2553171" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_03/Discipline24.thumb.png.0c47ae0110dee0c52d088130dbb3b205.png" /></a>They kept tickling me for minutes that felt endlessly long. Mom shifted her position and blocked me completely to the ground with her weight on top of me. I felt so powerless and humiliated...<br />
			<em>"Let this serve as a lesson to you, Lucille! Never underestimate your opponent, and never act impulsively. Understood?"<br />
			"Ahahah! Yes, Mother! Please! No more, or I'll wet myself! Ahahah!"<br />
			"I thought grown-up girls didn't pee themselves anymore... Was I wrong, Miss Eclipse?"</em></span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:24px;">AUTHOR'S NOTE</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Yeah, back in action! A chapter mainly focused on the mom and her fun-loving personality, which I plan to develop a little further. </span></span>
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		<p style="text-align:center;">
			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">As for little Sammy, she’ll drop by once in a while for lighthearted moments like these! Will Lucille manage to win Mother's grace? Probably...</span></span>
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		<p style="text-align:center;">
			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I said that I'll be posting fewer screenshots about foot fetishism, sorry, I lied. But it was for lore reasons and because it was a returning chapter! </span></span>
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		<p style="text-align:center;">
			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I have a couple of ideas for the next chapters, and there’ll be plenty of action, and possibly some sex scenes so stick around! </span></span>
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">25371</guid><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:00:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>A thief's end?</title><link>https://www.loverslab.com/blogs/entry/25120-a-thiefs-end/</link><description><![CDATA[<p style="text-align:center;">
	 
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">So... A few days ago, my DeviantArt account was suspended indefinitely. I played with fire and ended up getting burned, I can only blame myself for that. Their rules and policies have gotten worse over the years, and I was hesitant to keep posting there after my Cyberpunk story ends. </span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Guess I should have... Anyway, that leaves me with just this little blog I run here on Loverslab.</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">As you can imagine, I asked myself the inevitable question: What's the purpose of all this? If I could lose all my work from the past three years in an instant, why should I even bother? That's where your role comes in. I know that commitment to LL is fairly limited, rather quiet. But you can still enjoy whatever content is offered to you, in your own way. </span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The choice is yours, folks: either let me know if you want to see more chapters with Lucille and the others characters, or call it quits here.</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">For your information, this is what I intended to do:</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"> </span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">A short storyline between Lucille and her mother (at war against Maven Black-Briar)<br />
	Lucille returns to Neesia so the two can team up as pirates</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Lucille is shipwrecked at an unknown location (without Neesia) and meets a new male character (love interest)</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Lucille's mother great plan against the Thalmor</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Lucille and Neesia travel to Hammerfell looking for the Gray Cowl of Nocturnal</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Lucille and her mother's final project</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">3-5 chapters to each idea, this adds about twenty more chapters, and they'll be the same length as the ones already published. </span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">That's my plan, but I might not stick to it. </span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Thank you for reading this entry. As a treat, I have some random screenshots from my collection that you can find below.</span></span>
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			<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2523818" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_02/Lucillepirate02.png.0c46cae4d64f058bcb15aef27eb1c52d.png" rel=""><img alt="Lucillepirate02.thumb.png.330ceae0926ea56faab5fc01c0cb819b.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2523818" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_02/Lucillepirate02.thumb.png.330ceae0926ea56faab5fc01c0cb819b.png" /></a>
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			<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2523819" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_02/Lucillepirate03.png.ed49abb03b68fb3a4c7cb3ddfd3e4867.png" rel=""><img alt="Lucillepirate03.thumb.png.0c611f2a51ed1d816eb1990337ea8fcc.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2523819" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_02/Lucillepirate03.thumb.png.0c611f2a51ed1d816eb1990337ea8fcc.png" /></a>
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			<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2523820" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_02/Lucillepirate04.png.0c8d59e1acc5eca0851c5983f1d771b7.png" rel=""><img alt="Lucillepirate04.thumb.png.4210f05a1a81c648b3b6c4e0effdd671.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2523820" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_02/Lucillepirate04.thumb.png.4210f05a1a81c648b3b6c4e0effdd671.png" /></a>
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			<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2523912" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_02/Lucilleshow01.png.844527040f31e45ef3058cc2b7b2ed40.png" rel=""><img alt="Lucilleshow01.thumb.png.7e0764549bab8d861692a403542990da.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2523912" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_02/Lucilleshow01.thumb.png.7e0764549bab8d861692a403542990da.png" /></a>
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			<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2523913" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_02/Lucilleshow02.png.347e12e00c9ceaa3dc80817e72e887b8.png" rel=""><img alt="Lucilleshow02.thumb.png.bae5a6baaf9752be75721d199ce2a78d.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2523913" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_02/Lucilleshow02.thumb.png.bae5a6baaf9752be75721d199ce2a78d.png" /></a>
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			<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2523914" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_02/Lucilleshow03.png.388a1d4a274223a579df6542ca27a89d.png" rel=""><img alt="Lucilleshow03.thumb.png.2f413212d8717ab012cabc1dec79a535.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2523914" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_02/Lucilleshow03.thumb.png.2f413212d8717ab012cabc1dec79a535.png" /></a>
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			<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2523915" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_02/Lucilleshow04.png.34461056dd5629153514363311e62173.png" rel=""><img alt="Lucilleshow04.thumb.png.6d16cb27140d24cee6fa10fb3bd90ca2.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2523915" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_02/Lucilleshow04.thumb.png.6d16cb27140d24cee6fa10fb3bd90ca2.png" /></a>
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	<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"> </span></span><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">    </span></span>
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">25120</guid><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 21:03:24 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Chapter 10 | Revelation (P2)</title><link>https://www.loverslab.com/blogs/entry/24986-chapter-10-revelation-p2/</link><description><![CDATA[<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:24px;">REVELATION (PART 2)</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2506783" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation31.png.fd25ecffcd284a181e938d8e8fcc8461.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation31.thumb.png.a123ef2150da69743187b4067fe1fffc.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2506783" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation31.thumb.png.a123ef2150da69743187b4067fe1fffc.png" /></a></span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Outside, we were greeted by a stormy day, with grey clouds and drizzling rain. Not exactly the ideal conditions when carrying a yoke and shackled feet... I looked at the sky nervously before my captor brought my attention back to earth.</span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Hey, stop zoning out! We have a few hours' walk ahead of us. The good news is, we're unlikely encounter anyone on the road, so let's hurry!"</span></span></em>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2506784" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation32.png.24bf56dc138779f11b5ba88c164299da.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation32.thumb.png.7c7110737214bdc2dd4d14ec92fc52b5.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2506784" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation32.thumb.png.7c7110737214bdc2dd4d14ec92fc52b5.png" /></a></span></span>
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				<div>
					<div>
						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Call me crazy, but I had no reason to escape. Not only because I cared about my toes, but mainly because the female Orc would lead me to the Eclipse, my potential mother. Provided I could survive the journey itself along with the rain and dirt covering my body.</span></span>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Are you still behind, Breton? Good, keep walking. Must be pretty hard with your bare feet, ha ha ha!"</span></span></em>
						</p>

						<p style="text-align:center;">
							 
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							 
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2506785" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation33.png.16dc40f6260c4697cdae97f8f0f5e5ac.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation33.thumb.png.41e7359022402d060a16d5f80d89e511.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2506785" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation33.thumb.png.41e7359022402d060a16d5f80d89e511.png" /></a></span></span>
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									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"If I may ask, where are you taking me?"</span></span></em>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Riften. A place for criminals and illegal trade. With all the trouble you caused, the Butcher lost big time, so he tasked me to sell you off."</span></span></em>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Wait, what? I thought you were supposed to bring me to the Eclipse?"</span></span></em>
								</p>

								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Actually, if you remember correctly, it was a chance to meet her. She participates in these auctions quite often, so maybe she'll feel sorry for you and become your new owner!"</span></span></em>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2506786" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation34.png.811c4dc4ef997c1c752696beb50e8106.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation34.thumb.png.fd22f7b82f80375dda9c50735a3fe2bc.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2506786" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation34.thumb.png.fd22f7b82f80375dda9c50735a3fe2bc.png" /></a></span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">A little further along the trail, noises came from a fallen tree. The female Orc pinned me against the rock so we could hide. The action caught me off guard, and I let out a small grunt of pain.</span></span>
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											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Quiet, Breton! There's a bear hiding from the rain. As long as we don't get too close, it won't attack us. Come on, lets take a detour!"</span></span></em>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">We passed on the left side, near a small pond where I followed closely in my captor's footsteps. I realized how right she had been earlier: bound and helpless as I was, I didn't stand a chance of surviving the dangers of the wild.</span></span>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"How's it going back there? You look scared."</span></span></em>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Of course I am! I feel so vulnerable in my current state!"</span></span></em>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Nothing will happen to you while I'm around. Keep going, we have to climb back up that slope."</span></span></em>
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															<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Getting back on trail exhausted me. I collapsed on a boulder to catch my breath while the Orc scouted to make sure the bear remained hidden in its temporary den.</span></span>
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														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"What are you doing? Get up, there's still some walking to do!"</span></span></em>
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														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Wait... Just a second... Too tired..."</span></span></em>
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														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Yeah, yeah, I'm not buying it. Don't make me drag you along for the rest of the way!"</span></span></em>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I struggled to get back on the road, moving more slowly thanks to how heavy my foot shackles felt. I drank a few raindrops to stay hydrated, while my captor halted at a fork to point out the correct direction.</span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Let's turn right, we're more than halfway through. Hurry up, Breton!"</span></span></em>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2506790" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation38.png.6218a411bfc79170ce57dba1702ab2f2.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation38.thumb.png.35ca1c46244cc6b66ce889e21d802d59.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2506790" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation38.thumb.png.35ca1c46244cc6b66ce889e21d802d59.png" /></a></span></span>
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							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"See that fort behind us? Bandits stormed it weeks ago. If I wasn't supposed to bring your ass to Riften, you'd be a tasty catch for them!"</span></span></em>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Bite me! I'm sick of your mockery!"</span></span></em>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Good, keep that defiant attitude of yours cause it won't last much longer..."</span></span></em>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"You'll pay for this someday!"</span></span></em>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2506791" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation39.png.6927a4ffd27b28dd4d0423d0d4101928.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation39.thumb.png.a6ce53c1ace564c82613ace5389d88ae.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2506791" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation39.thumb.png.a6ce53c1ace564c82613ace5389d88ae.png" /></a>The female Orc chuckled at my last reply and carried on with her pace. Somehow, I couldn't blame her. Nobody would take a defeated prisoner seriously. I stayed at her heels despite the yoke's numbing effect and my sore dirty feet. I looked at the grove on the horizon, hoping to cross it without running into any danger. </span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2506792" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation40.png.61cff500541bb7b55990456231efc0ed.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation40.thumb.png.95240fab5e7b8ddf1a4110109757061a.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2506792" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation40.thumb.png.95240fab5e7b8ddf1a4110109757061a.png" /></a></span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Needless to say, we ran into big trouble. A bear lived in that grove and wasn't too keen on letting us pass. I was petrified by its howls so loud and close, fearing I might end up as its next meal. Fortunately, my captor knew how to react: she shielded me against the rocky wall and calmed me down with a game plan.</span></span>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Get a grip, Breton! I'll lure the bear further away to fight it while you find somewhere to hide and stay low. We'll get through this, I promise! On my signal..."</span></span></em>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2506793" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation41.png.65c2fe67c002addd0d6ab3aa085dd36a.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation41.thumb.png.dc2cf4940fe258b8695a7c8c48a8f8ef.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2506793" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation41.thumb.png.dc2cf4940fe258b8695a7c8c48a8f8ef.png" /></a>From my concealed spot behind a mound of leaves and rocks, I could observe the female Orc fighting off the bear in open ground. She held her own, fending off the paw strikes with her greatsword and even managed to harm it. However, the wounded bear roared, attracting another of its kind, rushing straight at my captor. I had to step in despite my predicament. </span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2506794" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation42.png.b1ffeb17d5c7e9bfa05ff4b081ff68e3.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation42.thumb.png.0eab24dd7f7be79b6fbb69b07e750836.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2506794" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation42.thumb.png.0eab24dd7f7be79b6fbb69b07e750836.png" /></a>The second bear caught the Orc off guard, leaving her in a difficult situation. No matter her skill as a warrior, if she were to die, I would soon join her. So, I decided to tread carefully, taking cover behind a tree. I regained my composure and focused until something burned inside me, my survival instinct. Skooma's effects started to wear off and wouldn't block my magic use anymore. Now I could strike back!</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2506795" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation43.png.e2d728601f1beacf8234277d98d297a7.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation43.thumb.png.bf4f0d25a1d064ce54901a4b8aaf8fba.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2506795" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation43.thumb.png.bf4f0d25a1d064ce54901a4b8aaf8fba.png" /></a></span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I started running as fast as my shackled feet would allow, channeling every ounce of magical energy within me. I couldn't aim at the bears because of the yoke, but I surely could create a thunderstorm between them. And with the rain, the damages would be much higher. It was my improvised plan, a desperate move to save the female Orc, lying wounded and disarmed on the ground.</span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Move away! Here I come!"</span></span></em>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2506796" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation44.png.49a9a8ee5b0751684c4b3f67f317c1dc.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation44.thumb.png.cfe32ca810a2396c15190bc2284f6d10.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2506796" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation44.thumb.png.cfe32ca810a2396c15190bc2284f6d10.png" /></a>Leaping between the bears, I unleashed all my lightning magic. Such a devastating magical blast I had never cast before, all my mana drained away in a split second. My shouts were a mix of pain and rage, fuelling my efforts to defeat those beasts. </span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2506797" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation45.png.e888babb393443cc1afcd9a0bbfdbca4.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation45.thumb.png.a8b2a467687e06452cecff74a2df55ca.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2506797" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation45.thumb.png.a8b2a467687e06452cecff74a2df55ca.png" /></a></span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">My landing was rough, but I was so depleted that I fell unconscious. Just before I fully passed out, I felt a warm hand on my head and heard a familiar voice speaking:</span></span>
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							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"It was a bold move, Breton. You saved my life, I won't forget it."</span></span></em>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2506798" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation46.png.a0f58b5f43d112dac59c720cc3d3788f.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation46.thumb.png.7b3784f64ce92b39f0a6e75b8dee0c1f.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2506798" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation46.thumb.png.7b3784f64ce92b39f0a6e75b8dee0c1f.png" /></a></span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I woke up, overcome with panic and exhaustion. The rain had stopped, and I felt relieved, freed from a weight, with the yoke and the shackles on my feet gone. Instead, the female Orc's hand covered mine, holding me next to her. She then began to talk to ease my mind.</span></span>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Welcome back, Breton! Everything's fine, we're safe and almost arrived. I had to take off your restraints so I could carry you. And judging by your condition, it looks like I'll have to pick you up again."</span></span></em>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2506799" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation47.png.67ee32c9def807fdf3b7c927db1141dd.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation47.thumb.png.c4b8640c5c5cc5b8da92d1a1946e829f.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2506799" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation47.thumb.png.c4b8640c5c5cc5b8da92d1a1946e829f.png" /></a></span></span>
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								<div>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"You saved my life earlier and you have my gratitude, but unfortunately, I still have to turn you in. It's not personal, just business."</span></span></em>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I get it, but can I ask you a favor?"</span></span></em>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Well, I guess you earned it, tell me what it is."</span></span></em>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Please let the Eclipse know that Lucille is looking for her, that's all!"</span></span></em>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Alright Lucille. I, Gharol, will pass on your wish."</span></span></em>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2506800" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation48.png.fc8ac9c45838cae7917f05a684854acb.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation48.thumb.png.1a3d40054e84a75ac5786f9ba67badc6.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2506800" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation48.thumb.png.1a3d40054e84a75ac5786f9ba67badc6.png" /></a></span></span>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">We entered the city of Riften, where Gharol escorted me to a deserted neighborhood. She stopped and dropped me off in front of a door with posters advertising the sale and trade of slaves, supposedly illegal in Tamriel. I was anxious about it but too worn out to resist.</span></span>
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													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"It's not exactly the ideal situation for you, and it's natural to be worried, Lucille. But you brought this on yourself. Now face it like the tough woman you are!"</span></span></em>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">We descended into a dark underground cellar and were greeted by a female Dunmer who seemed to be acquainted with my captor. She pushed me forward, forcing me onto my knees. I was so weak that I simply let it happen.</span></span>
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					<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Gharol! What have you brought me today? She doesn't look like your usual bandit or hag."</span></span></em>
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					<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"In fact, she was in the wrong place at the wrong time. I want her ready for tomorrow afternoon's auction. Can that be arranged?"</span></span></em>
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					<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Sure, she'll make an excellent closing sale!"</span></span></em>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The guard escorted me to a cell where she restrained me with my hands locked overhead and my feet firmly secured to the ground. Gharol stayed behind to watch before sharing her final words with me.</span></span>
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							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Look Lucille, I'll let the Eclipse know about your auction. I give you my word!"</span></span></em>
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							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Yeah, thanks... Please go away and just leave me alone."</span></span></em>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2506803" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation51.png.f07953f428b997444a9d2d1a7c61f31a.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation51.thumb.png.ad36654189ec60456beecd196052671c.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2506803" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation51.thumb.png.ad36654189ec60456beecd196052671c.png" /></a></span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The next day, in the underground slave market of Riften.</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2506804" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation52.png.bb2256b9b33394a83fba4065c69de56e.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation52.thumb.png.25455bfd49cdb0490d5a238e463df950.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2506804" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation52.thumb.png.25455bfd49cdb0490d5a238e463df950.png" /></a>I was stripped naked to be washed, had my hair cut, and shackled in a cell to witness the auction. They also fitted me with a golden collar that completely blocked my magical powers, along with a wooden gag to keep me quiet. Soon I would become a slave, and there was nothing I could do to prevent it, except pray for the Eclipse to put an end to this madness. </span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2506805" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation53.png.936ff799b732687c5c6385258c01139e.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation53.thumb.png.6bde1436fa7ddf492a6c343b6d160b66.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2506805" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation53.thumb.png.6bde1436fa7ddf492a6c343b6d160b66.png" /></a>The guard at the door released me and put handcuffs around my wrists, then instructed me to get on the stage. With the collar around my neck and its calming effect, I had no choice but to comply. It didn't stop me from expressing my repulsive anger about the audience, who went wild upon my appearance, the final prize of the day. </span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2506806" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation54.png.9e3cf6024bbcb015c93f38ecabde514a.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation54.thumb.png.713b44ba7458760db0db500fa3fe98aa.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2506806" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation54.thumb.png.713b44ba7458760db0db500fa3fe98aa.png" /></a></span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I got chained up on stage to be displayed for the open bidding. Standing fully naked in front of this crowd with my arms and legs spread out, I felt so exposed... Even more so when the auctioneer began to fondle my breasts and tickle me slightly, hence my startled reaction.</span></span>
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											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Last prize of the day, lot number 768110! Check out this gorgeous Breton beauty in her twenties, folks! She's in great shape with a stunning body and firm breasts! Oh, she seems ticklish... Sorry about that! Bidding starts at 1,000 gold coins."</span></span></em>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2506807" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation55.png.fe7d5e6f08d9978f664203fc5fa69881.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation55.thumb.png.f99d92648b51cac318d6ac95c5654038.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2506807" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation55.thumb.png.f99d92648b51cac318d6ac95c5654038.png" /></a>I could see Gharol in the audience, indifferent and detached from the spectacle unfolding before her eyes: my own auction. The bids rolled in, first 2,000 gold coins offered by a Wood Elf hunter, then rising to 3,000 gold coins from a Redguard Alik'r warrior. Both offers were outbid by a nobleman upstairs who proposed 4,000 gold coins before an Altmer Thalmor Elf also entered the fray with 5,000 gold pieces on my ass.</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2506808" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation56.png.d8da5e41c13e5e23150b3ecb1b3b5ca9.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation56.thumb.png.dc72f782026476cc143305e1956e831d.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2506808" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation56.thumb.png.dc72f782026476cc143305e1956e831d.png" /></a></span></span>
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					<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"6,000 gold coins offered by the gentleman upstairs but I hear 7,500 gold coins from the elven lady! 7,500 going once, 7,500 going twice..."</span></span></em>
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					<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"10,000 gold coins for this woman."</span></span></em>
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					<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Whoa, one of the most expensive bids ever received here! 10,000 going once, going twice... Sold! To bidder 837372, and we thank you!"</span></span></em>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">My fate was sealed, sold to a stranger who paid a fortune for my ass...</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2506809" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation57.png.3b5f34d755133b221f2837d5a0d24474.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation57.thumb.png.2844edd2b0cb62a4d8806127f67fd115.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2506809" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation57.thumb.png.2844edd2b0cb62a4d8806127f67fd115.png" /></a></span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I was escorted back to the underground entrance where Gharol stood waiting with handcuffs and a blindfold she held out in front of me.</span></span>
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							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Here, you must wear this, orders from your new owner. I will then take you to meet this person."</span></span></em>
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							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Who is it? The Eclipse?"</span></span></em>
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							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Sorry, Lucille, I can't tell you anything. Just obey."</span></span></em>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2506810" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation58.png.cc4f7b2f2ef2f3baaab70b21f8ac8f65.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation58.thumb.png.12feb349694576e8c39d1a98aeaf472f.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2506810" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation58.thumb.png.12feb349694576e8c39d1a98aeaf472f.png" /></a></span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Gharol guided my steps to an unknown destination. Despite being blindfolded, I could smell the water nearby and feel the damp wood beneath my feet but my bearings were completely thrown off, just like my walking.</span></span>
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									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"You're doing great, we're almost there."</span></span></em>
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									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Very funny... You're not the one naked and blind in a foreign city!"</span></span></em>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2506811" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation59.png.ea8d1519391646321d6d47cc88cf3aa5.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation59.thumb.png.2df39d8cdcc3d8fc4274fa2486ab3c1f.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2506811" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation59.thumb.png.2df39d8cdcc3d8fc4274fa2486ab3c1f.png" /></a></span></span>
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											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"As promised, here is your purchase. It has been a great honor to work with you, ma'am!"</span></span></em>
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											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Thank you, Gharol. You will be paid in the next few days. Now, would you please take off her blindfold?"</span></span></em>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">That voice... An echo from my past. Could it be who I thought it was? I gathered enough courage to voice my assumption:</span></span>
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											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Mo... Mother?"</span></span></em>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2506812" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation60.png.ac408b70bed98de32fa07b709aef0001.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation60.thumb.png.bfe3bc350e87015f9e7d079b89194569.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2506812" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2026_01/Revelation60.thumb.png.bfe3bc350e87015f9e7d079b89194569.png" /></a></span></span>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Once I could use my eyes again, seeing that elderly woman staring at my face brought back memories. This revelation removed any doubt I had, she was definitely my mother.</span></span>
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													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Hi Lucille, it's been a while, hasn't it? I hear you've been quite the troublemaker, always getting herself into some kind of predicament. Luckily, as your parent, it's my job to help you with that. Shall we get started?"</span></span></em>
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	<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:24px;">AUTHOR'S NOTE</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Here we are, the highly anticipated moment: Lucille and her mother are finally reunited! Sure, she's also her mistress, but still! </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I plan to develop this new character in the upcoming chapters. And you'll see, you'll find her quite entertaining!</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">2026 will continue at the same pace, one chapter per month at least, while I still have ideas. And trust me, there are still plenty of places and characters left to explore! </span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:24px;">REVELATION (PART 1)</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><em>A week later, on the outskirts of Whiterun. </em></span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">With our recent score of about 3,000 gold coins, Neesia and I went to Whiterun for some shopping and a bit of fun. I also asked about the Eclipse name while I was at it. It turned out to be someone new in the criminal underworld involved in skooma smuggling and illegal betting on animal fights. I even had a location: Craglane Cavern in the far east, near Riften. That was where I was going, alone. As for my friend Neesia, she set off to Dawnstar up north to resume her pirate's life. We shared a few more stories and jokes before going our separate ways.</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2490740" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation02.png.d2b84bc456c958c59ad539e0326f1db1.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation02.thumb.png.f0c9b2db4540630d066a7fce2a5f3043.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2490740" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation02.thumb.png.f0c9b2db4540630d066a7fce2a5f3043.png" /></a></span></span>
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							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"So, I find myself ditched by my crew, tied up in the ship's hold with my hands and feet bound together. Those stupid pirates tortured me for a while and my bonds loosened. I slipped the ropes off and quietly snuck around until I found a dagger, a sword, anything! Then I played hide-and-seek with my captors, taking them out one by one until I reached their captain. After defeating him, I found a letter on his desk in which I learned my own crew had sold me out. What a bunch of scumbags, they fled so far away, I never heard from them again!"</span></span></em>
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							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Ahahah! That was a great story! Something similar happened to me... minus the heroic part. After a burglary, my partner at the time betrayed me and I was left hogtied and gagged, lying fully naked on a empty treasure chest. Imagine how I felt afterwards, ahah!"</span></span></em>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2490741" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation03.png.7e5f0a04aece4ad2e2eaf0c9f005b4fd.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation03.thumb.png.1f356b3a3ba73192f07750edec08e1dc.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2490741" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation03.thumb.png.1f356b3a3ba73192f07750edec08e1dc.png" /></a></span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">At the crossroads, Neesia and I parted ways, knowing we would definitely meet again in the future.</span></span>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Good luck finding your mother, and take care of yourself, Lucille!"</span></span></em>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Thank you, I will! I hope you'll make good use of what's left of our gold!"</span></span></em>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Don't you worry, my favorite gal will always have a spot on the ship if she is interested!"</span></span></em>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I appreciate it, see you soon, Neesia!"</span></span></em>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2490742" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation04.png.fa329dca9e0447bcd2fe38bb9af535b2.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation04.thumb.png.b5562b1edf7f3237f05372ad47781f3f.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2490742" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation04.thumb.png.b5562b1edf7f3237f05372ad47781f3f.png" /></a>Back on my own, I walked towards my original goal that brought me to Skyrim: to reunite with my family. I continued east, keeping my eyes on the signs pointing to Riften. As long as I followed them, I couldn't go wrong. </span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2490743" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation05.png.d63e30b4ef4f3fcc53e38f775af4856c.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation05.thumb.png.7686183902f2bc66f553bcdffe6d7dd4.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2490743" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation05.thumb.png.7686183902f2bc66f553bcdffe6d7dd4.png" /></a>After a few hours, the landscape transitioned into a dense forest with a river flowing through it. In the far distance, I could see some majestic mountains, my next step to reach Riften. </span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2490744" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation06.png.247112c8d13136cf760113cbd249486a.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation06.thumb.png.c42046cfdac7db07370aba6745959f6f.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2490744" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation06.thumb.png.c42046cfdac7db07370aba6745959f6f.png" /></a>The afternoon was winding down, and I still had a fair way to go. At the intersection, I stretched to maintain my physical condition, as I still had some climbing to do.</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2490745" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation07.png.b6ddc0b9128f204a949cff1fbdb030a1.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation07.thumb.png.e91d6d4a0303036f075a86c4715abf8d.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2490745" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation07.thumb.png.e91d6d4a0303036f075a86c4715abf8d.png" /></a>A little further down the road, I was attacked by wild wolves. Strangely enough, their coats didn't match between the two. To get rid of them, I cast my lightning cloak spell, just to prevent any bites and scare them away.</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2490746" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation08.png.6941d750c8b4d9ee580f0d149a47f945.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation08.thumb.png.567f6e285c43435188730d18d095931e.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2490746" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation08.thumb.png.567f6e285c43435188730d18d095931e.png" /></a>Night was falling and I still hadn't arrived. Something caught my attention so I stopped in the middle of the road and listened. It was wolves howling, coming from behind. They didn't sound like a pack on the hunt, but rather like whimpering. I remembered the illegal animal fights held at the location. Maybe I was closer than I thought. </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2490747" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation09.png.d3200f23cd8e57ca150d225d9e163ed4.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation09.thumb.png.465723f81fd76cde7a9027b232d868bc.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2490747" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation09.thumb.png.465723f81fd76cde7a9027b232d868bc.png" /></a></span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Bingo! Following the path up into the forest, I finally discovered the entrance to Cragslane Cavern. Wolves locked in cages with no one to watch over them, I guess it wouldn't bother anyone if I set them free, right?</span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">As for the folks inside, I didn't have a plan, but I had a purpose, and nobody was going to stand in my path.</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2490748" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation10.png.3ba91b94b2120aba23fc4324a4fd2dc0.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation10.thumb.png.30ce1a20db5bd9aca22a3835f2ef3ec6.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2490748" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation10.thumb.png.30ce1a20db5bd9aca22a3835f2ef3ec6.png" /></a></span></span>
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				<div>
					<div>
						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Inside, I charmed the first bandit guarding the tunnel with a mind control spell.</span></span>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"The wolves outside have escaped, hurry up and chase them!"</span></span></em>
						</p>

						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"What, again? I did lock the cages, damn it!"</span></span></em>
						</p>

						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Without another word, he left the premises. I didn't need to kill anyone, just neutralize them.</span></span>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2490749" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation11.png.5a39d27d8f62b8a0e1ac836e249c743c.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation11.thumb.png.54d403f8aab1fdf81a213071c0718fd9.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2490749" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation11.thumb.png.54d403f8aab1fdf81a213071c0718fd9.png" /></a>See those guys down there? They didn't look like bandits, but more like gamblers discussing the wolves' fight they had just attended. I couldn't stand those jerks so I thought it was only fair to punish them properly. I already knew which new spell I wanted to try out first-hand... </span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2490750" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation12.png.589ac40d84e4132f9966cafcd2d3442d.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation12.thumb.png.3411bce7625316792ea7ba83478dd7ea.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2490750" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation12.thumb.png.3411bce7625316792ea7ba83478dd7ea.png" /></a></span></span>
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						<div>
							<div>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I went down the wooden ramp and came up to them, casting the spell with my two hands.</span></span>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Good evening, gentlemen! May I have your attention, please? If you would kindly not move, it won't take long!"</span></span></em>
								</p>

								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Who are you, girl? Get out of here! This isn't a place for women."</span></span></em>
								</p>

								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Someone who can use magic, check this out!"</span></span></em>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2490751" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation13.png.906f3ac219b56f0632192e9f5779cfa6.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation13.thumb.png.309a41a0e16e345cbc88303a7e4e1b4e.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2490751" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation13.thumb.png.309a41a0e16e345cbc88303a7e4e1b4e.png" /></a>I unleashed two blades of wind at the gamblers who were thrown against the cavern wall. The Redguard that had disrespected me even suffered some extra damage under the shocked gaze of the innkeeper, powerless to intervene. </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2490752" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation14.png.9aded05d7a2b4927ed41d0cb45582537.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation14.thumb.png.9407e69d3a0142e108a2ab19756a1d18.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2490752" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation14.thumb.png.9407e69d3a0142e108a2ab19756a1d18.png" /></a></span></span>
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		<div>
			<div>
				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I approached him, my hands still filled with magic. I figured he'd be scared enough to tell me the truth.</span></span>
				</p>

				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I'll only ask once, where is the Eclipse?"</span></span></em>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Not here, I swear! It's the Butcher in charge here, he's in the back mixing skooma!"</span></span></em>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Alright. Get the gamblers back on their feet and scram!"</span></span></em>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2490753" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation15.png.7d7651905ae03f89734feb4b0c886cdc.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation15.thumb.png.0134318ca7b91a9b65f984ff8331ea4f.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2490753" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation15.thumb.png.0134318ca7b91a9b65f984ff8331ea4f.png" /></a>Obviously, Eclipse wasn't in the cavern, but I ventured deeper inside to have a chat with this Butcher character. I could feel it, I was getting closer to my objective: to be reunited with my mother after so many years!</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2490754" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation16.png.ff14fa920c7854d6baf82fe30206df6d.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation16.thumb.png.a7555feb67d193c6e852461701388d55.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2490754" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation16.thumb.png.a7555feb67d193c6e852461701388d55.png" /></a></span></span>
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				<div>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Foolish Breton girl, how dare you invade my lair!"</span></span></em>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I am looking for the Eclipse. Where is she?"</span></span></em>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"That's none of your business! I'll give you one chance: leave right now and never come back. You don't know who you're messing with..."</span></span></em>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Either you tell me now, or I'll make you spit it out. Your choice."</span></span></em>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2490755" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation17.png.2296f4708c8f49784655a81a110e786d.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation17.thumb.png.6885099f346b8893fa8dac675c0a1e5e.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2490755" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation17.thumb.png.6885099f346b8893fa8dac675c0a1e5e.png" /></a></span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The Butcher turned and drew his greatsword. I threw off my cloak and charged my hands with my lightning magic.</span></span>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Fine, you asked for it, you insolent little brat, prepare yourself!"</span></span></em>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"You don't scare me, I've been preparing for months. Go ahead and try your best, old elf!"</span></span></em>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2490756" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation18.png.13973bb8eafa9f253fbd4dd3d0a22ebe.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation18.thumb.png.07866887867a90aa210b5f5640c579b4.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2490756" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation18.thumb.png.07866887867a90aa210b5f5640c579b4.png" /></a></span></span>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">My provocation did the trick and after a battle cry, the Dunmer swung a fairly predictable vertical sword strike that I easily dodged. I even allowed myself to taunt him again:</span></span>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Missed! Is that all you've got? I feel bad for the Eclipse clan!"</span></span></em>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I'll show you, bitch!"</span></span></em>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Thanks to his failed move, I got right behind him. It was my turn to attack, and I gathered my inner energy to zap him with my lightning. The shock wave struck him so hard that sparks crackled across his entire body, causing him to drop his weapon.</span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Nothing more to say, huh? Feel my magic, you prick!"</span></span></em>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2490758" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation20.png.ac1ca81f60257f479eb8af355d4a8fb5.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation20.thumb.png.3dbbf77b911327773925f97a0728e8da.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2490758" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation20.thumb.png.3dbbf77b911327773925f97a0728e8da.png" /></a></span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The Butcher collapsed and began to crawl. I kicked his sword away and crouched down next to him, ready to take his confession.</span></span>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Let's start over. Where is the Eclipse? And this time I want a real answer. Otherwise, I'll use my magic again!"</span></span></em>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"You're too late, she's already left! But don't worry, someone else will deal with your ass..."</span></span></em>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I didn't understand what he meant until I heard barefoot footsteps rushing in my direction.</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2490759" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation21.png.1136649c4635dd29ebbbb0cd78194878.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation21.thumb.png.9ca1406f8d2486ce02ff64edfa3cf6ba.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2490759" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation21.thumb.png.9ca1406f8d2486ce02ff64edfa3cf6ba.png" /></a></span></span>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Leave him alone, you witch!"</span></span></em>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I didn't even have time to fully turn around before I was knocked over by a heavily built female Orc in underwear. Her shoulder charge caught me by surprise and I couldn't use my magic to fight back. I needed to create some space between us if I wanted to have any chance of defeating her.</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2490760" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation22.png.b38a2162a877152b394590bd26ffbed0.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation22.thumb.png.c1732ab29abb4d1c0225d7e93beda530.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2490760" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation22.thumb.png.c1732ab29abb4d1c0225d7e93beda530.png" /></a>I charged my lightning bolts and struck her right where she stood. Normally, that should have been enough to stun her, but it didn't. On the contrary, the Orc kept up her frenzied sprint, ready to throw her weight at me, lying totally vulnerable on the ground. </span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2490761" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation23.png.1492b9ba46d8c74079634c1d653cd545.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation23.thumb.png.aed02a0fb1df1eb487b987eda4534e34.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2490761" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation23.thumb.png.aed02a0fb1df1eb487b987eda4534e34.png" /></a></span></span>
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								<div>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">She grabbed me and strangled me with a firm hand. I started to feel lightheaded, so in my last moments of despair, I channeled what remained of my lightning magic to push the Orc back but I only saw her smile, strained by the pain I was causing her. I heard the Butcher's cheering before fading away.</span></span>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"That's my girl! Show her how a real Orc fights!"</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2490762" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation24.png.ae4d0ee8f6b400c44795a3046b003993.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation24.thumb.png.64bf03113828e7aacc3bfdc2b5088614.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2490762" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation24.thumb.png.64bf03113828e7aacc3bfdc2b5088614.png" /></a></span></span>
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										<div>
											<div>
												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"It's done, she's unconscious. I'm worn out, her lightning magic was no joke... Who the heck was she and what are we going to do about her, Butcher?"</span></span></em>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"No idea, but she was after the Eclipse. Maybe some kind of spy sent by a competitor? Whatever, I have a plan for this one: frisk her then strip her armor and lock her in one of the cages. I'll make sure she is rendered powerless."</span></span></em>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2490763" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation25.png.bd48adbbcbdb29dbcb3dd1d927e1f4d2.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation25.thumb.png.7de11c9a64616620b890ac3b913bc4b6.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2490763" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation25.thumb.png.7de11c9a64616620b890ac3b913bc4b6.png" /></a>I began to wake up with a blurred vision and a massive headache. I could feel the cold bars of the cage I had been dragged into, with only my top and pants still on. How stupid I was... Thinking I had enough power to defeat anyone, I ended up getting strangled by an Orc way above my league. And there I was, a dirty, barefoot prisoner left helpless.</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2490764" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation26.png.6ee9a06f96c766e6793835b4f01fff11.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation26.thumb.png.32e9dccd0b5b88c7e549088b52780bd2.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2490764" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation26.thumb.png.32e9dccd0b5b88c7e549088b52780bd2.png" /></a></span></span>
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		<div>
			<div>
				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The Butcher and the female Orc warrior came to check on me. I sat down against the back bars of the cage, ready to fight them again.</span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Don't come any closer, or I swear I'll kill you both this time!"</span></span></em>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The two of them laughed as they opened the cage, as if they knew something I didn't.</span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2490765" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation27.png.40d26fa532c13263af0f8f0bf5720ecd.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation27.thumb.png.912b9b965d3246cc81233c5f483356e0.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2490765" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation27.thumb.png.912b9b965d3246cc81233c5f483356e0.png" /></a></span></span>
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				<div>
					<div>
						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I have to admit, you've got some nerve Breton girl. You sabotaged our entire operation and nearly defeated us but it ends here. You must be wondering why you're feeling a little under the weather, right? It's because of this bottle of Skooma I'm holding, we forced you to drink it! And guess what? I personally modified some of its ingredients to prevent you from using magic for a while!"</span></span></em>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"No... It can't be... You bastards!"</span></span></em>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Come on now, you should thank me! My friend is about to grant your wish. You wanted a chance to meet the Eclipse, and you're going to get it!"</span></span></em>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							 
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2490766" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation28.png.c7c8e970d5cc81bfb8df96a6982a9ec4.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation28.thumb.png.d727137f3b0ce82e13c9a8125572055b.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2490766" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation28.thumb.png.d727137f3b0ce82e13c9a8125572055b.png" /></a></span></span>
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						<div>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I got fed and brought back into the main part of the cavern. The female Orc gripped my arm tightly to make sure I didn't try to escape while the Butcher returned with a huge smile and a familiar item I didn't like: a yoke.</span></span>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"This is something to carry along on the road! And judging by your face, you've already been stuck in one of these! Safe travels, little one!"</span></span></em>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2490767" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation29.png.505a46b76b613df04d161f3622ac5607.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation29.thumb.png.ee3616d155b70db1f4919c4724c56f40.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2490767" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation29.thumb.png.ee3616d155b70db1f4919c4724c56f40.png" /></a></span></span>
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								<div>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Near the tunnel entrance, the Orc traded the torch for a set of shackles to bind my ankles. Out of curiosity, I started talking to my captor:</span></span>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Hey! I want to know, how did you endure my lightning with such ease? This is the first time I've seen someone resist it quite so strongly!"</span></span></em>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Lots of training since my early childhood. I learned to overcome pain the hard way. Your magic was powerful, yet not enough to defeat me."</span></span></em>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"We could have a rematch. If I win, you tell me where the Eclipse is and let me go. What do you say, deal?"</span></span></em>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2490768" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation30.png.b964b1c6c7049aa930c5323421ba691c.png" rel=""><img alt="Revelation30.thumb.png.7c605b759238f4a99c38e9e48393c2a3.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2490768" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_12/Revelation30.thumb.png.7c605b759238f4a99c38e9e48393c2a3.png" /></a></span></span>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The female Orc lifted me up and pinned me against the cave wall. I guess my request got denied.</span></span>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Let's cut the crap and listen closely! I own you, and you'll obey me if you value your life. We're going to cut through the woods and follow forest trails all the way to Eclipse's location. I'll be in front, you'll be behind. With that yoke and shackles on your feet, better stay close to me in case danger arises. If you try anything, I'll make sure you never feel your toes again, understand?"</span></span></em>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Yes, ma'am. I swear to be a well-behaved girl. Can you put me down now, please?"</span></span></em>
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	<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:24px;">AUTHOR'S NOTE</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Lucille is in a bit of a bind, wouldn't you say? On one hand, she has the chance to meet her mother, but on the other, at what cost? Well, you'll find out in the second part! </span></span>
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		<p style="text-align:center;">
			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Last entry of 2025, I started Skyrim's adventures, made a few changes to the game, and I'm pretty satisfied with how it's evolving! I still have ideas for stories and characters, enough to keep me busy throughout 2026. Maybe I'll make simpler entries too, screenshots featuring my characters in poses. If you have any comments, don't hesitate to share them. </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Until next time!</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:24px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">CON ARTISTS</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><em>A few days later, in Hjaalmarch's hold. </em></span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Neesia and I robbed some highwaymen of their gear and later stole a boat to leave the Reach. We stopped near an abandoned camp on the river to spend the night, our starting point for finding a way to make a fortune.</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2474070" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists02.png.5b17621c9f6990007a84b75b683c4e0c.png" rel=""><img alt="ConArtists02.thumb.png.61de42fd3466dd1056de8939a4651379.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2474070" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists02.thumb.png.61de42fd3466dd1056de8939a4651379.png" /></a>I got up early to enjoy the morning, something I had missed terribly since my time imprisoned in Cidhna's mine. Here, I could enjoy my bottle of water in peace, listening to wildlife slowly awaken... Those little pleasures we took for granted.</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2474071" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists03.png.a4113b3812894f081e839413dec5d455.png" rel=""><img alt="ConArtists03.thumb.png.7ff84adb01909c66868ae6511816c897.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2474071" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists03.thumb.png.7ff84adb01909c66868ae6511816c897.png" /></a>In the other tent, Neesia slept soundly, snoring a little. She had stayed up late into the night to scout around the camp, looking for nearby animals and local bandits in the area. Seeing her so vulnerable gave me a wicked idea to wake her up, with her feet lying there ready for my touch.</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I grabbed her legs to pull them up to my hands level so I could tickle her feet. Neesia woke up abruptly, giggling out loud.</span></span>
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							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Someone stayed up too late the other night! Time to get up, the sun shines!"</span></span></em>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Ahahah! Lucille you..."</span></span></em>
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							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Guess I'm not the only one ticklish, huh? Keep the flattery to yourself!"</span></span></em>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Once I had tickled Neesia enough, I stepped back to let her emerge. She yawned and stretched, her head still foggy.</span></span>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Here, I've prepared something for you to eat and drink. I'll let you freshen up. Tell me when you're dressed and ready to go."</span></span></em>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Half an hour later, we left the camp.</span></span>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"So Lucille, ready to see what I found? You're going to love it!</span></span></em>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I hope we'll fill our pockets with gold. Where are we going?"</span></span></em>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Not far from here, we have to cross the river. There's a fallen tree we can use like a bridge. Let's move!"</span></span></em>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I followed Neesia's footsteps to the dead tree acting as a bridge.</span></span>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Look to your right Lucille, that's our score!"</span></span></em>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Wait, those ruins over there? What's so valuable inside to make it worth a visit?"</span></span></em>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Let's find a better vantage point, we'll talk about that."</span></span></em>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2474079" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists08.png.1d6306c9f275072db050e2759d0e4393.png" rel=""><img alt="ConArtists08.thumb.png.6743c8e91346f368e0c5e7734234b070.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2474079" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists08.thumb.png.6743c8e91346f368e0c5e7734234b070.png" /></a></span></span>
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															<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Tell me what you see, Lucille."</span></span></em>
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														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"From here, not much, they look like bandits who made their camp around this broken tower."</span></span></em>
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														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Exactly. These bandits are based here and charge a toll to all travelers and merchants who use this road. It's an easy way to make gold, and with the civil war going on, the guards won't lift a finger."</span></span></em>
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															<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"So... We're off to rob a bunch of bandits who rob people? I like the idea, but how do we achieve it?"</span></span></em>
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														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I have a plan, but you won't like your part very much..."</span></span></em>
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															<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2474080" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists09.png.ecdc319630c68b0cb463950c5d8ff78d.png" rel=""><img alt="ConArtists09.thumb.png.5433e4b93af5d02a93ffcb5520d85f78.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2474080" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists09.thumb.png.5433e4b93af5d02a93ffcb5520d85f78.png" /></a></span></span>
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																	<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Neesia took a bundle of ropes out of her backpack and held them out in front of me.</span></span>
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																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Remember those two favors you owe me? Well, today you're going to repay them. You'll be my prisoner, held for ransom, and I'll be offering the camp leader a cut if he helps me with the exchange."</span></span></em>
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																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Um, Neesia... I'm not sure, if we get caught, I won't be able to do much while tied up..."</span></span></em>
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																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Oh, don't worry, Lucille! If things get out of hand, we'll take on the whole camp together. But first, let's try the scam route. Remove some clothes to look the part!"</span></span></em>
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			<span style="font-size:18px;">After stripping off my plate armor, dagger, gloves, and boots, Neesia tied my hands in the back and ripped my pants to give our trick a genuine look. We marched toward the camp, my captor guiding my bare feet over the paved road.</span>
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		<p style="text-align:center;">
			<em><span style="font-size:18px;">"You look cute like this, Lucille! We should play con artists more often!"</span></em>
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		<p style="text-align:center;">
			<em><span style="font-size:18px;">"Oh, bite me! Just because I usually turn up as a bound prisoner doesn't mean I like it!"</span></em>
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		<p style="text-align:center;">
			<em><span style="font-size:18px;">"Relax, you'll be fine! Just play along, okay?"</span></em>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-size:18px;">We arrived at the camp's wooden gates, where a bandit stationed outside stopped us. I lowered my head with a worried look, acting to be afraid.</span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<em><span style="font-size:18px;">"Halt! No one enters without paying or being invited. Go back where you came from."</span></em>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<em><span style="font-size:18px;">"Greetings, Redguard sister! I'm a mercenary and I have a golden opportunity to discuss with your leader. It concerns my prisoner and her ransom. May we come in? I'll gladly pay your price."</span></em>
				</p>

				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<em><span style="font-size:18px;">"100 gold coins and you can head inside. Ask for the chief near the tower."</span></em>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2474085" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists12.png.a1f24992c4641640358431eb78e31092.png" rel=""><img alt="ConArtists12.thumb.png.9f7134dc7f64c1f40bcb3b6979bb1c80.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2474085" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists12.thumb.png.9f7134dc7f64c1f40bcb3b6979bb1c80.png" /></a></span>
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				<div>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-size:18px;">Even if we managed to get in, I was still anxious, especially when an Argonian bandit was staring at me from head to toe.</span>
						</p>

						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-size:18px;">"<em>Hey, gorgeous! Want to have a good time? Step into my tent! Ahahah!"</em></span>
						</p>

						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-size:18px;">Neesia leaned in to whisper a few words in my ears:</span></em>
						</p>

						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-size:18px;">"If any of these pigs try anything, I will deal with them."</span></em>
						</p>

						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-size:18px;">"Great, I feel so reassured now. Throwing me into the lion's den so helplessly..."</span></em>
						</p>

						<p style="text-align:center;">
							 
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							 
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2474087" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists13.png.0f5aad8ae71537e8e392fa6658f84089.png" rel=""><img alt="ConArtists13.thumb.png.4a1892cccdd525901d6a4fd87c33ff87.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2474087" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists13.thumb.png.4a1892cccdd525901d6a4fd87c33ff87.png" /></a></span>
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						<div>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-size:18px;">Neesia stopped my walk in mid-camp where the bandits could spot the main attraction on display: me.</span>
								</p>

								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-size:18px;">"Ouch! You're hurting me, you stupid brute!"</span></em>
								</p>

								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-size:18px;">"Quiet, peasant! I need to speak with your chief about my rude prisoner here. She's worth quite a pile of gold!"</span></em>
								</p>

								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-size:18px;">"Alright, I'll go get him, wait here."</span></em>
								</p>

								<p style="text-align:center;">
									 
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2474090" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists14.png.07799ddad60a9fc53e5839ffa9c6c8d1.png" rel=""><img alt="ConArtists14.thumb.png.85c6668f7ddf450ff2a65cb66b4e7f1e.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2474090" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists14.thumb.png.85c6668f7ddf450ff2a65cb66b4e7f1e.png" /></a></span>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-size:18px;">Obviously, the two bandits who were lurking nearby approached us but Neesia stepped in front of me to hold them back.</span>
										</p>

										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<em><span style="font-size:18px;">"What do you two boys think you're doing? Back off, she's my captive!"</span></em>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<em><span style="font-size:18px;">"Come on, we just want to meet her! She's gorgeous, but I bet she's even hotter without her clothes on!"</span></em>
										</p>

										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<em><span style="font-size:18px;">"Oh yeah, she sure loves Nords men, doesn't she, sweetheart?"</span></em>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<em><span style="font-size:18px;">"Final warning, stay back or I'll kick your ass!"</span></em>
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											<span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2474095" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists15.png.d32813f8d056d72cb3be61b884a33719.png" rel=""><img alt="ConArtists15.thumb.png.992bbfe39e911c386897614466db10fc.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2474095" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists15.thumb.png.992bbfe39e911c386897614466db10fc.png" /></a></span>
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											<div>
												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-size:18px;">The bandit leader arrived to de-escalate the situation.</span>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<em><span style="font-size:18px;">"Enough! You two, stop messing around and scram! Is that how you treat guests? I can't believe it..."</span></em>
												</p>

												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<em><span style="font-size:18px;">"Thanks for stepping in, Redguard brother."</span></em>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<em><span style="font-size:18px;">"Don't mention it, Redguard mercenary. Please, bring your prisoner with you into my tower, we can talk business there."</span></em>
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													<span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2474099" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists16.png.0cb6f623a1c9aa181df2e3050010d64c.png" rel=""><img alt="ConArtists16.thumb.png.b73559ef8e4525ed9f32f5e4e3ff2098.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2474099" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists16.thumb.png.b73559ef8e4525ed9f32f5e4e3ff2098.png" /></a></span>
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												<div>
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														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<span style="font-size:18px;">Once escorted into the tower, Neesia threw me to the ground, a token of my submissiveness to the camp leader. The latter then placed his foot on my bottom. I remained silent and fearful while he began to talk business:</span>
														</p>

														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<em><span style="font-size:18px;">"So, what's the story behind this one? She's young and pretty, perhaps we can keep her around? Ahah!"</span></em>
														</p>

														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<em><span style="font-size:18px;">"Not for sale, sorry. She's the daughter of a wealthy local from Rorikstead. She ran away and I caught her by chance during my last raid. According to the girl, her family would pay 1,000 gold coins for her release. I don't turn down easy profits, do you?"</span></em>
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														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<em><span style="font-size:18px;">"Me neither! Let me have a closer look at her."</span></em>
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															<span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2474100" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists17.png.3ba08e26d1e8779898c439689f769fd4.png" rel=""><img alt="ConArtists17.thumb.png.1c6156e30e256c9f6454a9f03bc72440.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2474100" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists17.thumb.png.1c6156e30e256c9f6454a9f03bc72440.png" /></a></span>
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														<div>
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																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	<span style="font-size:18px;">The bandit leader put me on my knees and then held my chin before speaking:</span>
																</p>

																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	<em><span style="font-size:18px;">"What's your name, sweetie?"</span></em>
																</p>

																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	<em><span style="font-size:18px;">"Like it matters to you, filthy pig! Let me go!"</span></em>
																</p>

																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	<em><span style="font-size:18px;">"How rude! Guess we'll have to gag you... I want half the ransom for her ass."</span></em>
																</p>

																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	<em><span style="font-size:18px;">"I have a counteroffer: 350 gold coins, but you can have her gold and ruby necklace."</span></em>
																</p>

																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	<em><span style="font-size:18px;">"I like you, Redguard sister, you've got a deal! You over there, bring our guest to my cellar and make sure that she's properly bound."</span></em>
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																	<span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2474101" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists18.png.6d609fe93baf9998de7f6edaf229d45d.png" rel=""><img alt="ConArtists18.thumb.png.9398e8be54291389919577a1b2f779bf.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2474101" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists18.thumb.png.9398e8be54291389919577a1b2f779bf.png" /></a></span>
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																<div>
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																		<p style="text-align:center;">
																			<span style="font-size:18px;">The bandit at the entrance came to grab me. She removed my necklace and gave him to her chief, gagged me and dragged me down a narrow hallway that led to the basement. I could still hear the bandit leader and Neesia talking in my back:</span>
																		</p>

																		<p style="text-align:center;">
																			<em><span style="font-size:18px;">"She's really attractive! A shame we didn't catch her ourselves..."</span></em>
																		</p>

																		<p style="text-align:center;">
																			<em><span style="font-size:18px;">"Think of all the gold she'll net you without lifting a finger! Speaking of which... What are you doing tonight? We could get to know each other better..."</span></em>
																		</p>

																		<p style="text-align:center;">
																			<em><span style="font-size:18px;">"Sounds like a great idea! I'll ask to be left alone for a while then!"</span></em>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2474102" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists19.png.4b8fdf783cb2835ef0bb61d033976fdc.png" rel=""><img alt="ConArtists19.thumb.png.602e0d02134c4af7fb661118a590ad27.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2474102" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists19.thumb.png.602e0d02134c4af7fb661118a590ad27.png" /></a>I was put on my knees then tied to a post with brand new ropes on my hands and feet to immobilize me completely. Not to mention the cloth covering my mouth, I could only grumble in silence. I felt so helpless and had no choice but to wait for Neesia to get here and release me from this predicament. </span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">After what seemed like endless hours, my Redguard friend came to my rescue, wearing nothing but her underwear.</span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Well, well, it looks like my dear Lucille is stuck in a tight spot! I'll let you free, but first, I have a score to settle for what you did to me this morning..."</span></span></em>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2474104" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists21.png.a15b07bfc8c14b75a45e7892c55b4d99.png" rel=""><img alt="ConArtists21.thumb.png.40e6c07e7b9af11b53105025e492fb99.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2474104" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists21.thumb.png.40e6c07e7b9af11b53105025e492fb99.png" /></a></span></span>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Neesia lay down on her side to have a view of my feet, which she proceeded to tickle vigorously. I chuckled through my gag, unable to resist her nails digging into my soles.</span></span>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"<em>If I had to guess, you're more ticklish than I am, Lucille! Fortunately, no one can hear you... And don't you worry about the bandit leader, he's sleeping like a baby upstairs. That means I have a bit of time for payback!"</em></span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2474105" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists22.png.484fc3ad08d11907c717d6dce937906a.png" rel=""><img alt="ConArtists22.thumb.png.ba4168a4c9cee86d3f83a432f96e4cff.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2474105" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists22.thumb.png.ba4168a4c9cee86d3f83a432f96e4cff.png" /></a></span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">After Neesia enjoyed tickling me for a minute, she untied me. Before leaving the cellar, I picked up the bandit leader's journal from the table.</span></span>
								</p>

								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Come on Lucille, we don't have time for this, we must loot his chest!"</span></span></em>
								</p>

								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Precisely! His diary mentions a chest hidden on a small island south of the camp where he stashes most of the gold!"</span></span></em>
								</p>

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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2474106" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists23.png.dc45ba82ca8760377b8838492ac53bdf.png" rel=""><img alt="ConArtists23.thumb.png.c1436545c8d7e7cb58cff10e9b47621a.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2474106" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists23.thumb.png.c1436545c8d7e7cb58cff10e9b47621a.png" /></a></span></span>
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								<div>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">As we went back upstairs, I could see the tower's interior shrouded in the night's darkness. The chief was dozing on his bed, with both his and Neesia's belongings scattered all around.</span></span>
										</p>

										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Someone had a great time while I got tied up downstairs, didn't they? I bet you couldn't resist the chance of getting laid, you naughty Neesia!"</span></span></em>
										</p>

										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Hey, I'm a woman with needs, and I had to put him to sleep without killing him... Plus, I found the key to his chest so let's go open it!"</span></span></em>
										</p>

										<p style="text-align:center;">
											 
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2474107" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists24.png.46c38855832a9cc603badb20745e1971.png" rel=""><img alt="ConArtists24.thumb.png.2fad3fbf1674df66a16f21b0ff4875a9.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2474107" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists24.thumb.png.2fad3fbf1674df66a16f21b0ff4875a9.png" /></a></span></span>
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										<div>
											<div>
												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"What are we going to do with the bandit chief? He won't forget us anytime soon, we should get rid of him."</span></span></em>
												</p>

												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"You're right. Lucille, give me his diary. When I'm done robbing his tower, I'll leave quietly and drop his journal off for his goons to find. They might not like having been double-crossed..."</span></span></em>
												</p>

												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Sounds like a smart move! I'll take care of his secret chest in the meantime. Where do we meet up afterwards?"</span></span></em>
												</p>

												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"An abandoned farm south of here, look for a mill on a hill, you can't miss it. Take the path behind you, it leads directly to the river! Oh, but first, grab that backpack on the shelf and retrieve your necklace!"</span></span></em>
												</p>

												<p style="text-align:center;">
													 
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2474108" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists25.png.3c3f3326c9c9f1ab3ff18b7f43f4f190.png" rel=""><img alt="ConArtists25.thumb.png.f13266a6536295215951d5a7affa456c.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2474108" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists25.thumb.png.f13266a6536295215951d5a7affa456c.png" /></a></span></span>
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												<div>
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														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The tower staircase led down to the cove where a bandit was snoozing at his guard post. I remembered his face from earlier today when he tried to harass me while I was pretending to be a prisoner. Unfortunately for him, I held a grudge. The last thing he saw before I knocked him out cold was my foot smashing into his face.</span></span>
														</p>

														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Surprise! Taste my sole, you bastard!"</span></span></em>
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														<p style="text-align:center;">
															 
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														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2474109" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists26.png.5c80d9cd2e156f0582bcd0d961e15b7a.png" rel=""><img alt="ConArtists26.thumb.png.3d6a924b238c2dbebc67522e84008e87.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2474109" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists26.thumb.png.3d6a924b238c2dbebc67522e84008e87.png" /></a>The midnight dip turned out to be quite pleasant with its fresh water feeling good on my skin. I swam towards the bandit chief's tiny island, just before the cascade. As I approached, I could clearly see his chest poorly concealed behind a tree stump. </span></span>
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														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2474110" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists27.png.e3a271556fd4eea85a112ae9c571d6bd.png" rel=""><img alt="ConArtists27.thumb.png.83eb6295cd1d339169a1715c6b923f65.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2474110" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists27.thumb.png.83eb6295cd1d339169a1715c6b923f65.png" /></a>After a few attempts, I managed to pick the chest lock. When I lifted the lid, I saw all its precious treasures: a sword, a helmet, spirit gems, but the most important thing among them, my very reason for coming: gold coins and even better, gold bars! I took one in my hands and gazed at it with a blissful smile. If only I had a bigger backpack...</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I followed the road south until I reached the farm. The dead skeevers indicated that somebody had arrived before me.</span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Is anyone there? Neesia? It's me, Lucille!"</span></span></em>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">No response, and there I was, treading barefoot among the fallen leaves and vermin. I hoped to find my Redguard companion inside the house.</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Neesia was already inside, by the fireplace, with her boots off. I ran over and pounced into her arms. We were finally out of danger!</span></span>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I doubted your plan, but it worked out, we pulled it off!</span></span></em>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Hey Lucille, did you gain some weight? I didn't know you were so heavy!"</span></span></em>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"That's probably thanks to all that gold I've hoarded, including some gold bars!"</span></span></em>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"That's my girl! Come on, let's grab a bite to celebrate!"</span></span></em>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2474113" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists30.png.12b2b77789123edda03a6423422fa99b.png" rel=""><img alt="ConArtists30.thumb.png.2cfca2e41a194cee9014a81bb27d79b8.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2474113" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists30.thumb.png.2cfca2e41a194cee9014a81bb27d79b8.png" /></a></span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">We finished our snack, and I kept on rejoicing over our fantastic swindle when Neesia put her hand on my butt, catching me off guard.</span></span>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Hey gorgeous, let's take off our clothes and have some bedtime fun! In case you're wondering, yes, tonight is the time for my second favor so you have to do it!"</span></span></em>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2474114" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists31.png.dd3e54dcf969475df567fe2209090dd7.png" rel=""><img alt="ConArtists31.thumb.png.c366d63d4033fbffde5e671c00ae18e6.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2474114" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists31.thumb.png.c366d63d4033fbffde5e671c00ae18e6.png" /></a></span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">To make up for what she had put me through earlier in the day, Neesia was willing to massage my body and I had no desire to pass on such a lovely gesture!</span></span>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Are you feeling more comfortable and relaxed, Lucille? Back home, the other Redguards used to praise my magic touch."</span></span></em>
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											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"No wonder I feel so relieved then! Maybe if all our adventures ended like this, I wouldn't mind playing the damsel in distress again!"</span></span></em>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I'll keep that in mind for our next score, my friend!"</span></span></em>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2474115" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists32.png.d50da64c1e473528ff28fd774c415586.png" rel=""><img alt="ConArtists32.thumb.png.ebdf2ebb305fc77e6d55ccdff20bf38c.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2474115" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists32.thumb.png.ebdf2ebb305fc77e6d55ccdff20bf38c.png" /></a></span></span>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I got back on my knees when Neesia suddenly grabbed my breasts and started fondling them with her strong hands. She knew exactly how to arouse me, so I let her proceed.</span></span>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"You know, it's not fair that I had sex while you were tied up below tonight... Let me fix that Lucille!"</span></span></em>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2474116" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists33.png.08cf88d7ca659259802fd29047b542d2.png" rel=""><img alt="ConArtists33.thumb.png.6bbbd48349f1611980569273926d75fa.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2474116" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists33.thumb.png.6bbbd48349f1611980569273926d75fa.png" /></a></span></span>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Beneath her tough bulky appearance, Neesia could be very delicate. She helped me get into the right position so I could spread my thighs, and then gently fingered me. I moaned softly in delight, it had been months since I had enjoyed such pleasure.</span></span>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"That's it, good girl! Don't be shy, go all out!"</span></span></em>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2474120" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists34.png.872ac015542ad2a3de9303d9c973bbce.png" rel=""><img alt="ConArtists34.thumb.png.a1131d089ca4bfb4f71da2eb38c06889.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2474120" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists34.thumb.png.a1131d089ca4bfb4f71da2eb38c06889.png" /></a></span></span>
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															<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Neesia got me wet so quickly... I couldn't believe my body craved for sex that much. She pulled me into her arms and sensually laying me down flat on the bed, all while looking into my eyes passionately.</span></span>
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														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Wow, you're really beautiful! I loved everything but now, please, make me come as hard as you can!"</span></span></em>
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															<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2474121" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists35.png.92bc4c0d7ed737bcc16b85933c9cce16.png" rel=""><img alt="ConArtists35.thumb.png.ccfea7b3253b5caa7dfb39dc65d6d163.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2474121" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists35.thumb.png.ccfea7b3253b5caa7dfb39dc65d6d163.png" /></a>My Redguard friend complied. She put her fingers back into my clitoris and moved them in a sensual rhythm while kissing my lips tenderly. I wasn't particularly interested by women, but she knew how to push all my buttons until I climaxed. </span></span>
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															<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2474122" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists36.png.a42d139dc892233088c7c429f76bbf1e.png" rel=""><img alt="ConArtists36.thumb.png.f338ef25a4bb2d648d6defebcee935c8.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2474122" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_11/ConArtists36.thumb.png.f338ef25a4bb2d648d6defebcee935c8.png" /></a></span></span>
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																	<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"That was something else, I'm totally exhausted!"</span></span></em>
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																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Well, I guess that makes two of us who had sex, doesn't it, Lucille?"</span></span></em>
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																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Oh yeah! Thanks, I really needed that!"</span></span></em>
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																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Anytime for my little Breton star! Next time, you'll be the one in control. Imagine all the things you might do to me..."</span></span></em>
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	<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:24px;">AUTHOR'S NOTE</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">A slightly longer chapter, I wanted to create an original adventure with Lucille and Neesia. Plus, I had to include a little sex scene between the two of them! </span></span><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Now that my Breton girl has enough gold, she can finally head off to find her mom on the opposite side of Skyrim!</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">To be continued in the following major chapter.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:24px;">GROWTH</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Several months had passed, you can tell by my long hair. A new Lucille had just arisen! Under Madanach's guidance, I made progress in mastering spells and could now cast more complicated ones. I could also feel my magic supply increasing, a growth I hadn't experienced in years.</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The King in Rags taught me mostly how to use my magical powers effectively. That's why training sessions were done naked to meet this requirement. After a while, you get used to it.</span></span>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Focus, control your lightning, Lucille. The more you're in tune with it, the better you'll understand to handle it with ease."</span></span></em>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2449780" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_10/Growth03.png.12e66bd7a58d1a8ba106ea4cd3ae52d1.png" rel=""><img alt="Growth03.thumb.png.8437f6b7a20cae887375b78615eb201d.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2449780" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_10/Growth03.thumb.png.8437f6b7a20cae887375b78615eb201d.png" /></a></span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">When I practiced casting my lightning bolts, I noticed a big improvement: they were easier to shoot, they went farther, and most importantly, they did more damage. I was glad to have unlocked this newfound power that lay dormant inside my body.</span></span>
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									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"You're doing well, Lucille, but you must remain cool-headed. If you lose control of your magic, it could backfire, especially when you use such destructive spells."</span></span></em>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2449781" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_10/Growth04.png.768a8b8af3e7bf2802e75765419c55ea.png" rel=""><img alt="Growth04.thumb.png.737aeac64fb21316b47cd545332e7d5d.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2449781" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_10/Growth04.thumb.png.737aeac64fb21316b47cd545332e7d5d.png" /></a>Despite my enhanced power, Flora remained a fearsome witch. She used a cloak of fire to counter my lightning and knock me off balance. I remembered Madanach's wisdom echoing in my head as I fell to the ground.</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2449782" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_10/Growth05.png.a72fb0d2b3356b522f1aca426635a02b.png" rel=""><img alt="Growth05.thumb.png.45b701466354e86495686f05b34433d3.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2449782" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_10/Growth05.thumb.png.45b701466354e86495686f05b34433d3.png" /></a></span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Flora placed her foot on my stomach as a sign of victory, once again. She had always defeated me since I was Madanach's student. Rightly so, because I also learned how to be tough.</span></span>
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											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Nice tricks you showed me there, Lucille, but it's not enough. You lack creativity, you're too predictable. Until you learn to outsmart me with your magic, you don't stand a chance. Oh, but I forgot, this is the tenth time, right? You know what comes next..."</span></span></em>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Every tenth defeat, I ended up with my hands tied behind my back by Flora, who took a malicious delight in the process.</span></span>
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													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Ouch! That's too tight!"</span></span></em>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Don't be childish, Lucille! I know you'll find a way to free yourself again. You might be thankful I'm not tying your feet too..."</span></span></em>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Very funny... I'll beat you one day, Flora!"</span></span></em>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">After being untied thanks to my Redguard friend, I asked Neesia if she could train me in hand-to-hand combat. She agreed and gave me a rag then we started the practice straight away.</span></span>
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					<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I'm indebted to you once again, Neesia! When we get out of here, I'll make it up to you, any way you like!"</span></span></em>
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					<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Oh, sweet Lucille, it's my pleasure! I'll keep your offer in mind though! So, let's warm up. I'll do push-ups while you stretch your legs. Today you're going to learn how to kick and dodge!"</span></span></em>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2449785" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_10/Growth08.png.542dc6f17868dbfc7fcefc30752608e4.png" rel=""><img alt="Growth08.thumb.png.ae7fc2ddbeacccec1ce076a4df4ec30b.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2449785" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_10/Growth08.thumb.png.ae7fc2ddbeacccec1ce076a4df4ec30b.png" /></a></span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Once ready, Neesia and I trained our footwork on the hanging bones.</span></span>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"As a magician, you need your hands to cast spells, which is why your legs will catch your foes off guard. One well-placed kick and you can turn a fight around!"</span></span></em>
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							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Like this? Aaaagh!"</span></span></em>
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							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Yeah, not bad, but we'll have to improve your technique..."</span></span></em>
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									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"When an opponent can hit you Lucille, dodge! You're short and agile, use that to your advantage!"</span></span></em>
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									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I can evade, but what am I supposed to do next, Neesia?"</span></span></em>
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									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"It depends on your enemy. If they're slow, create some distance. If they're quick, counterattack with your feet!"</span></span></em>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Got it!"</span></span></em>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The days passed and I could see the progress I was making. We eventually began mirror sessions where I had to copy Neesia's movements.</span></span>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Looks like you're handling yourself pretty well now! I have nothing more to teach you."</span></span></em>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">We finished the session and I was still fired up. At that precise moment, I felt invincible. I wanted only one thing: to stop all these defeats over the last few months.</span></span>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Bring it on, Flora, your time is about to come!"</span></span></em>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Easy there, tough girl! You may be talented, but you still lack experience."</span></span></em>
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															<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I tried to prove Neesia wrong by kicking her by surprise. She sidestepped and then grabbed my foot to tickle it.</span></span>
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														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"What's the matter, Lucille? Are you ticklish? I'll show you dirty tricks!"</span></span></em>
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														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Ahahah! Wait, I'm sorry! Please stop!"</span></span></em>
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														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"If you can stand being tickled for a minute, I won't retaliate, deal?"</span></span></em>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2449790" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_10/Growth13.png.e7777da50d14cdc48876a33f6dcab42e.png" rel=""><img alt="Growth13.thumb.png.ed91b5f977d1f00b59e08f3b5e799f6f.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2449790" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_10/Growth13.thumb.png.ed91b5f977d1f00b59e08f3b5e799f6f.png" /></a>When I faced Flora again, I changed my strategy. No more offense, just defense. She was forced to attack me with her witch's fire. She thought I would counter with a magic barrier, but I ducked down to cast my lightning spell. I aimed at the ground to immobilize Flora and break her focus while my sparks ran through her body from toe to head. </span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Flora was looking for something creative and unique in my magic. I kept my lightning bolt zapping her crotch so she could feel my wrath before sending her down with a kick to the throat.</span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Good enough for you? It's over!"</span></span></em>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I didn't think I could do it, but I had defeated Flora! As she did so, I put my foot on her stomach. The student had managed to outwit the teacher, for once.</span></span>
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							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Wow! I never thought you had that kind of wildness in you, Lucille. That was awesome!"</span></span></em>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I learned from the best and I simply follow their guidance! How did you like the foot kick?"</span></span></em>
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							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Well... I must admit, he caught me off guard! I'll let Madanach know about your new progress."</span></span></em>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">A few days later, Madanach requested my presence. I had the privilege to bath alongside the King in Rags in his private quarters.</span></span>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"You've made great progress! Few people could match my dear Flora. I have a special reward for you, Lucille. I may know where your mother is."</span></span></em>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Really? How did you find out?"</span></span></em>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I have my resources... An Imperial woman in her fifties who's dabbled in shady business. She operates in the Rift region and goes by the name of the Eclipse. Soon, you'll finally be able to meet her."</span></span></em>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"What do you mean? I still have time left to serve at Cidhna Mine."</span></span></em>
								</p>

								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Not for much longer, I have a very important announcement to make."</span></span></em>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">After gathering the prisoners nearby, Madanach gave his speech:</span></span>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"My brothers and sisters, we have been here long enough. It's time to leave Cidhna Mine and continue the fight against the Nords. Through this gate, just beside my quarters, some of you dug a tunnel. A tunnel that leads right through the old Dwarven ruins of Markarth, into the city. Well, what do you say my people?"</span></span></em>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Most of them shouted <em>"The Reach belongs to the Forsworn" </em>as an answer.</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2449795" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_10/Growth18.png.53e4c77855d846ca3ce0976486b199fa.png" rel=""><img alt="Growth18.thumb.png.4d882d5c00b8f0e9030018edebcd59b5.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2449795" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_10/Growth18.thumb.png.4d882d5c00b8f0e9030018edebcd59b5.png" /></a></span></span>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"This is where we part ways, Lucille. I know what you must do, and my fight is not yours. There is an alternate exit through the ruins to get out of Markarth quietly. Use it with your Redguard friend. She means a lot to you, I can tell."</span></span></em>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I don't know how to thank you both. You have taught me so much and I sincerely hope that I can return the favor someday."</span></span></em>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"We will retreat to the Druadach Redoubt, north of Markarth. Come see us, it'll take me years but I'll organize the Forsworn again. We'll reclaim our land, and then, when power is ours, we'll have peace."</span></span></em>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Good luck on your journey, Lucille. Until our next fight!"</span></span></em>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The Dwarven ruins had been abandoned for decades; there was only darkness and the cold stone beneath our feet. Neesia and I found a skeleton armed with a shield and an axe. She didn't waste any time taking them for herself.</span></span>
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					<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Hey Lucille, take my shiv! I'm keeping these new toys."</span></span></em>
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					<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Already looting someone? Shame on you, Neesia... But thanks for the shiv!"</span></span></em>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">A little further on, on a footbridge lit by Dwemer technology, we were attacked by the new tenants of the ruins: skeevers. Hideous and biting, they always attacked in packs.</span></span>
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							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Get a taste of my shield, vermin! Lucille, take a step back when it attacks you and kick it!"</span></span></em>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I could have just zapped them, but why not practice a little?</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The skeevers hid the real treasure in their lair: a key to freedom from this hellhole.</span></span>
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							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Who could have left that in there, Lucille?"</span></span></em>
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							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Well... According to this note, the key was used to open the abandoned part of the Left Hand Mine. Guess someone stole it and stashed it here."</span></span></em>
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							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"If I remember correctly, that mine is right outside Markarth. Let's go!"</span></span></em>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">We followed the fresh air from the ruins that rose up to the abandoned part of the mine, our way out.</span></span>
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									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I bet you 100 septims that the key unlocks the door up there! Let's check it out!"</span></span></em>
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									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Really, Lucille? Taking my gold when you already owe me two favors... You've got some nerve, and that's why I like you!"</span></span></em>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The moment Neesia and I walked through the door, both of us felt liberated. We dropped to our knees and held hands, so excited to be back in the outside world that we had missed so much.</span></span>
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											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"We did it, Neesia, we're free! I couldn't have wished for a better friend to share this joy with!"</span></span></em>
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											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Same as you, Lucille! hank you for bringing me along, it meant a lot to me... Now, off we go!"</span></span></em>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The outskirts of Markarth were deserted that morning, most certainly due to Madanach and his prisoner forces. I was already thinking about my next venture, how to find my mother until Neesia interfered with her own logic.</span></span>
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													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"If I may, we have no money, no equipment, we're in rags and barefoot. I suggest we retreat to another hold and do what we know best: returning to a life of crime!"</span></span></em>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Cidhna Mine has been cleared of its slaves! Neesia and Lucille are going to team up in the next chapter to make some gold. I really like this Redguard, and I have other plans for her in the future! But that'll have to wait until Lucille can reunite with her mother.</span></span>
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			<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">Speaking of the mother, she will also play an important role. Maybe I'll take my time to introduce her in a different way, probably next year!</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I was handcuffed and led to the Cidhna Mine by one of the guards. I didn't know in which unknown depths I was plunging into but I only wanted one thing: to meet Madanach, the King in Rags.</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">When I arrived, hired mercenaries stripped me of all my belongings. The female orc briefed me on the prisoners' role here:</span></span>
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							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"All right prisoner. Eyes front. You're in Cidhna mine, now. And we expect you to earn your keep. There's no resting your hide in a cell in this prison. Here, you work. You'll mine ore until you start throwing up silver bars, got it?"</span></span></em>
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							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"At least give me some clothes, you bitch!"</span></span></em>
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							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Don't get smart with me. I'm in charge. You'll keep it up, I'll have your toes cut off. Now, get down there!"</span></span></em>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I was greeted by other prisoners around a campfire. They looked at me like prey, mocking my nudity, which I tried to cover with my hands. The one-eyed man and the woman spoke to me directly:</span></span>
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									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Wow. They threw you inside Cidhna mine naked. They must really hate you!"</span></span></em>
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									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"There are clothes over there, sweetie. Not that I mind the view of course, but, still..."</span></span></em>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The prisoner with the ponytail came to greet me while I put on some rags.</span></span>
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											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"What are you in for, new blood? Theft, assault, murder?"</span></span></em>
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											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"That's not of your business."</span></span></em>
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											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Oh, a mystery girl! My advice? Serve your time at the pickaxe and get out."</span></span></em>
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											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Not until I've talked to Madanach first. Where is he?"</span></span></em>
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											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Tough luck friend. No one talks to Madanach, I'm afraid. Not without getting past Borkul the Beast, the big Orc behind me."</span></span></em>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">So I took my chances with Borkul. He was even more frightening up close and capable of snapping me in half with his bare hands if he wanted to.</span></span>
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													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"You want to talk to the King in Rags, fresh meat? Go find me a shiv and maybe I'll let you through. In the meantime, turn around and leave. You serve your time by digging, so go dig."</span></span></em>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I grabbed a pickaxe and went deeper into the mine. Madanach wasn't going to disappear anytime soon and I had been sentenced to five years in Cidhna mine. A few days mining silver ores couldn't hurt me, right?</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-extension="core_Attachment" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2434186" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_09/Labour07.png.862d2914636be1b0bec79861e60373b7.png" rel=""><img alt="Labour07.thumb.png.210d20a58346b67b3c69b3aae6ff22c8.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-extension="core_Attachment" data-fileid="2434186" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_09/Labour07.thumb.png.210d20a58346b67b3c69b3aae6ff22c8.png" /></a>Several weeks passed, I had completely lost track of time, I couldn't tell day from night anymore. I was so dirty and worn out... My new daily routine consisted of mining silver deposits until I reached my physical limit. I tried to keep my distance from the other prisoners too, in case they might harm me or worse. </span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">When I couldn't endure the mining any longer, I used to fall asleep for a couple of hours in secluded corners of the mine, always on my toes. With the filth covering me from my head to the bottom of my feet, I felt my magic and myself slowly fading away, my existence reduced to a life of slavery.</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">It was only a matter of time before I stumbled upon a group of prisoners, who stared at me as easy prey.</span></span>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Hey, gorgeous! Come over here, the boys and I are so excited to finally lay hands on you..."</span></span></em>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">They were going to use me like a piece of meat... I was afraid, but I had to fly away.</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-extension="core_Attachment" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2434189" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_09/Labour10.png.3482cf9563167f7a515384f9ebee74d7.png" rel=""><img alt="Labour10.thumb.png.e6d5d263e5d82cdd322505eb51d1f60b.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-extension="core_Attachment" data-fileid="2434189" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_09/Labour10.thumb.png.e6d5d263e5d82cdd322505eb51d1f60b.png" /></a>I started running through the mine tunnels, aiming to make it back to the campfire. With other prisoners around, I figured maybe my stalkers would give up on whatever they were about to do. But to succeed, I had to draw on my already weakened energy reserves. </span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Unfortunately, I rushed into a dead end and fell to the ground. I had no other choice but to face them, with such scarce magic at my disposal...</span></span>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Don't come any closer or I'll show you my lightning!"</span></span></em>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"You think you can scare us? We've got you! And when we're done with your pretty little ass, you'll be ours forever!"</span></span></em>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">And then a miracle happened. A guardian angel fell from the hole above, interposing herself between the prisoners and me, armed.</span></span>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Touch her and it will be the last mistake you ever make! I strongly advise you to piss off, unless you want to challenge me..."</span></span></em>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">It was over, and I didn't know why, but I started sobbing. Maybe it had to do with avoiding something horrible and feeling relieved to not have lived it. My female Redguard savior grabbed my arm to comfort me.</span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"It's okay, they're gone, you have nothing to fear anymore. Come on, let's get out of here! I'll give you a hand and lead you to a quieter part of the mine."</span></span></em>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">We walked for a few minutes and I gradually managed to pull myself together emotionally. I began to mumble out some words to her:</span></span>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Thanks... I owe you big time..."</span></span></em>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"My pleasure! Those jerks are nothing but trash, picking on the most vulnerable... What's your name friend?"</span></span></em>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Lucille... And you are?"</span></span></em>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Neesia. I ended up here about a year ago, so I know Cidhna pretty well. You're going to love this little spot I'm taking you!"</span></span></em>
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									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Here we are, you can take off your rags and wash off all that filth. Don't be embarrassed, I'll stay here to scare off anyone who show up!"</span></span></em>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Neesia seemed so genuine and I felt safe with her. I didn't care if she saw me naked and exposed, I was just so worn out from everything that a soak in the water could only make me feel better...</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">While I was cleaning myself up, I carefully listened to Neesia sharing her past life stories with me.</span></span>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I lived and grew up in the Alik'r desert in Hammerfell. That's where I received my enhanced warrior training. I did commit a few crimes, though... So I escaped from jail and boarded a ship, turned a pirate for a few years until reaching Solitude, Skyrim's capital. I became a sword for hire and after a failed contract, I ended up here. Your turn now Lucille."</span></span></em>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I put my rags back on and sat down next to Neesia, our feet dipped in the water, to tell her my own story.</span></span>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Like you, I'm not from here. I grew up in High Rock, and my family disappeared when I was little. I first lived in an orphanage, then on the streets, committing petty theft while training my magical powers. And I kept going, robberies, burglaries... Of course, I got caught and spent some time in prison too. Until I learned that my family might be in Skyrim, I decided to track them down. Madanach is my latest lead. He probably knew them 25 years ago, but I can't talk to him..."</span></span></em>
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															<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Neesia shifted her position and handed me one of her shivs.</span></span>
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														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Take it! I know Borkul demands a fee to gain access to the King in Rags' cell. It's the least I can do to help you!"</span></span></em>
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														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Really? Thank you, Neesia! I owe you one again! How could I ever repay you?"</span></span></em>
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															<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Don't worry about it, Lucille. I guess you still have a few years to serve in Cidhna's mine too. We'll work something out over time. Now go meet Madanach!"</span></span></em>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-extension="core_Attachment" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2434198" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_09/Labour19.png.31bc6e6a5743c878c5cad44d20d6a0d8.png" rel=""><img alt="Labour19.thumb.png.9988c4c64a0ea20f936c544da1b7a047.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-extension="core_Attachment" data-fileid="2434198" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_09/Labour19.thumb.png.9988c4c64a0ea20f936c544da1b7a047.png" /></a></span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">After a little rest, I gave Borkul the shiv so he could allow me to pass.</span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Head on in. But don't try anything in there. Madanach knows more than you think about you."</span></span></em>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-extension="core_Attachment" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2434199" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_09/Labour20.png.4baec324755ee553b1547ba534690f5f.png" rel=""><img alt="Labour20.thumb.png.e5b0baf400f72bdd1434977ebfc5a349.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-extension="core_Attachment" data-fileid="2434199" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_09/Labour20.thumb.png.e5b0baf400f72bdd1434977ebfc5a349.png" /></a>I walked slowly through the tunnel, thinking about what the orc had just told me. Madanach knew me, but how? That's impossible, he's been locked up here since my birth. Or perhaps his right-hand man Nepos sent him a message... One way or another, I was going to find out the answers. </span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The King in Rags' cell was furnished and opulent, with everything at his disposal. He was writing on a scroll with a naked woman behind him, either his mistress or his personal bodyguard, or both. She heard my footsteps and stared at me with a fierce stare.</span></span>
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							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"It seems that our guest has finally arrived. Dear Flora, can you leave us alone? I need to talk to Lucille privately."</span></span></em>
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									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"King Madanach, how do you know my name?"</span></span></em>
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									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"No need to curtsy here, you're a slave, just like the rest of us. I was told that a young woman was looking to meet me, so I asked around for details. You're far from your home, Lucille. Why come all this way?"</span></span></em>
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									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Because I've heard about Enigma, and I suspect you were close with my parents. Please, I just need the truth."</span></span></em>
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									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Fine. Take a sit."</span></span></em>
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											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"We founded Enigma about thirty years ago, a secret society composed of powerful politicians, mages and bandits throughout Skyrim. Our goal was to gain enough power and money to be self-sufficient. It lasted for a couple of years. Unfortunately, during our last meeting here in Markarth, Ulfric Stormcloak defeated us. Not many people survived but your parents somehow fled. Your father was a mage under my command, and your mother was an imperial soldier so I guess they had planned a way out.</span></span></em>
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											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Now, Lucille, I'll give you a choice: strip off and accept your place by my side and I'll turn you into a powerful sorceress, or go back to mining silver for those Nord bastards."</span></span></em>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I didn't hesitate for long. I took off my rags and knelt before Madanach. If I could become stronger, I would embrace that opportunity. His mistress joined us, grabbing my shoulders to acknowledge me.</span></span>
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													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"What do you think, Flora? Will Lucille be a worthy pupil?"</span></span></em>
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													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I don't know, my king, but she has a beautiful figure... I will treat her with good care."</span></span></em>
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													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Excellent! I'll be teaching you the theoretical part while Flora will be handling the practical part. Any question?"</span></span></em>
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													<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"None. Thank you for accepting me into your ranks, I will not disappoint you."</span></span></em>
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	<span style="font-size:24px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">AUTHOR'S NOTE</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I took my time with this entry, I made some adjustments and improvements to my Community Shaders for Skyrim, which now looks much better in interiors! I also have a clearer plan of where I want to take Lucille on her journey. </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">If you're wondering, yes, Neesia will be a major companion! I want to take her on various adventures with my gal Lucille, in the sea, in the desert, in a bed... Who knows!</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:24px;">MEMENTO</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2390269" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_07/Memento01.png.9bcdc3577a8a6572583f9ce360ade14c.png" rel=""><img alt="Memento01.thumb.png.4b1a39d5bc32cbf554b48720fd1988ac.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2390269" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_07/Memento01.thumb.png.4b1a39d5bc32cbf554b48720fd1988ac.png" /></a>After a night's sleep at the inn and a wardrobe change at the general store, I finally felt like venturing into Markarth's history. By the way, how do you like my outfit? A tunic with a corset, green pants to match the town's colors and comfortable sandals, I fit in just like a local!</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I had all day to wander through the Markarth archives, located in the Understone Keep, an imposing structure built by the Dwemers and now serving as the palace of the current Jarl. The answers to my questions were there, I could feel it!</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Or maybe not... I couldn't find anything about Enigma after checking several registers. Until that man came along to cut short my frustration:</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Excuse me, I've seen you reading all day, are you looking for something?"</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Yeah, a secretive group of people came here about twenty years ago and I couldn't dig up a thing on them..."</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I may have a book that could help you, please follow me."</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">As we headed toward the exit, a group of Altmer elves in armor passed behind us.</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Who are they? I thought Markarth was under Legion control."</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Keep your voice down! They're Thalmor agents, trying to gain influence here until they can take over the city. It's best to avoid them, unless you wish to suffer a torturous sentence in prison..."</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The man led me to a hidden corner before handing me a voluminous book.</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Look, my name is Eltrys and I'm running out of time. You're an outsider, you'll do. You want answers, so do I. Read this book about Markarth's history and come meet me in the Shrine of Talos tomorrow night."</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Sure, I'll read it, thanks."</span></span>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Back to my room at the inn, I undressed and lay down on the bed to peruse The Bear of Markarth. It was a historical tale about a rebellion carried out by this people called the Forsworn, free Bretons who seized control of Markarth in 4E 174 until 4E 176 before being crushed by Ulfric Stormcloak, hence the book's title. Every official Forsworn was executed, including their king, and those who escaped retreated into the Reach's mountains, living like outcasts.</span></span>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">A fascinating book that gave me the proper context I was lacking.</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2390276" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_07/Memento07.png.8e3dccc60a8194c86ef8f86ccdf008aa.png" rel=""><img alt="Memento07.thumb.png.aeb697a71e54e35f16aef41b2882cecf.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2390276" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_07/Memento07.thumb.png.aeb697a71e54e35f16aef41b2882cecf.png" /></a>As I was about to fall asleep, a menacing thug stormed into my room. Judging by his attitude, he came to punch me in the face. Thankfully, he was a low level Breton with a weak magic resistance, so I cast an illusion spell to pacify him by manipulating his emotions. </span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">It was a close call, but it succeeded! The brute knelt down as I had commanded him. I made him fear me and I even put my toes on his head.</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Listen up, thrall. Tonight, you're mine! If you try anything, I'll break your spirit apart, is that clear? Good. Before you tell me why you barged in here, you're going to apologize by satisfying my libido."</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I took off my underwear and ordered the Breton guy to engage in foreplay with my breasts. Oh yeah, that was such a sweet ride! With more magic, I could have so many worshippers at my feet... But unfortunately I was still limited by my powers and their duration.</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I then sat down on the bed so the bandit could take care of my clit. He used his fingers with precision, and I began to feel aroused while making soft moans.</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2390280" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_07/Memento11.png.4e45eb01b1a6ebda919a6dd3b12874b1.png" rel=""><img alt="Memento11.thumb.png.04f8f99f17273d8c0fac5359d90d2ee5.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2390280" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_07/Memento11.thumb.png.04f8f99f17273d8c0fac5359d90d2ee5.png" /></a></span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I commanded him to speed up and he obeyed. The Breton guy knelt down, spread my legs to keep them in the air and used his tongue to eat my pussy. It was so exquisite until I climaxed.</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2390281" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_07/Memento12.png.8bab5a820660ae2a014867ed43a11fdf.png" rel=""><img alt="Memento12.thumb.png.b7b6940e0e3dc0d3b6fccd8d804cdfda.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2390281" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_07/Memento12.thumb.png.b7b6940e0e3dc0d3b6fccd8d804cdfda.png" /></a></span></span>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">After that amazing interlude, I eventually wanted to find out what were the intentions of this lout I was using as a footrest:</span></span>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Speak up, what are you doing here? Who sent you? Don't make me cast another spell!"</span></span>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Please don't! I'm sorry, I had to scare you out of Markarth. I was sent by this elderly man, Nepos. He lives uptown, that's all, I swear!"</span></span>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"You'd better be right. Stay put in that posture a few minutes longer and I'll let you go. Get out of here and never come back."</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The next day, I went to Nepos's house, where his servant received me at the entrance.</span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Excuse me? What's your business here?"</span></span>
				</p>

				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I came to see Nepos. Is he around?"</span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"We haven't expecting you, and the old man needs his rest. Come back some other time."</span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The old man's voice was heard in the distance, granting me permission to approach him.</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2390283" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_07/Memento14.png.2d32ffbdd5dd46e0e18fef3aff4dd33e.png" rel=""><img alt="Memento14.thumb.png.6fcef2008f320ac79fd4da482ee26172.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2390283" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_07/Memento14.thumb.png.6fcef2008f320ac79fd4da482ee26172.png" /></a></span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Nepos was sitting by the fireplace, turning the pages of an ancient book.</span></span>
						</p>

						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"You're the one who sent that thug after me, may I ask why?"</span></span>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Young girl, you're quite the bloodhound, delving into a past that isn't yours. I've been in this game for over 20 years and I'm tired of it..."</span></span>
						</p>

						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Actually, I disagree. I'm looking for answers about my bloodline and it might be linked with the Forsworns."</span></span>
						</p>

						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Show me how much you want the truth, kneel down beside me and let me gently touch your face."</span></span>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							 
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2390284" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_07/Memento15.png.662756d91a1f039a012e28ec0c1d0b34.png" rel=""><img alt="Memento15.thumb.png.1b7e57a24ca0b991a37d390262d70146.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2390284" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_07/Memento15.thumb.png.1b7e57a24ca0b991a37d390262d70146.png" /></a></span></span>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I was a bit repulsed, but I complied. This old man had the information I was seeking out.</span></span>
								</p>

								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I'll grant you one question, my dear, choose wisely."</span></span>
								</p>

								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Right now, who's behind all this?"</span></span>
								</p>

								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"My king, Madanach. Also named King in Rags. A man who once held all the Reach within his grisp. Then Ulfric and his men came... Unlike what is written, Madanach remains alive within a Nord prison..."</span></span>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Please tell me which one!"</span></span>
								</p>

								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"If you give the old man a good time, I'll reveal it to you, my dear."</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2390285" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_07/Memento16.png.d3771e7c6397fc40fc5f86c6d0ee84da.png" rel=""><img alt="Memento16.thumb.png.7581d1cefb6e13d71e0653ad852fb765.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2390285" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_07/Memento16.thumb.png.7581d1cefb6e13d71e0653ad852fb765.png" /></a></span></span>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Nepos undressed, as did I, and we went to his bedroom. As much as I disliked doing it, I had to admit that he was still well preserved for an old man. I started by giving him a handjob and saying what will happen next:</span></span>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Just relax and let me take care of everything! First I'll tease your cock, then I'll suck you off and finally you can mount me, okay, darling?"</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2390286" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_07/Memento17.png.c3d2d4a773e7ad57b60f3813a1ed060a.png" rel=""><img alt="Memento17.thumb.png.ccd30097e2f54f3f05a38313800885a2.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2390286" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_07/Memento17.thumb.png.ccd30097e2f54f3f05a38313800885a2.png" /></a></span></span>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The old man was enjoying himself, and his wide grin could only flatter my ego as a skilled blowjob queen. To tell you the truth, I cleared my mind to make it bearable.</span></span>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2390287" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_07/Memento18.png.522a478e14557a67c818d27aa3e1ee10.png" rel=""><img alt="Memento18.thumb.png.60ffc1e117d9f1a10a75c8733b09e7e5.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2390287" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_07/Memento18.thumb.png.60ffc1e117d9f1a10a75c8733b09e7e5.png" /></a></span></span>
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														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">When I'd finished with the foreplay, Nepos took me into the cowgirl position. I could feel the old man's experience, but there was no way I was going to like it.</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2390288" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_07/Memento19.png.eddc9a7089266b5591db7deb8a6e2b85.png" rel=""><img alt="Memento19.thumb.png.182cd4b8874c50708da7b5b4eb19d9dd.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2390288" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_07/Memento19.thumb.png.182cd4b8874c50708da7b5b4eb19d9dd.png" /></a></span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I changed position so that Nepos's penis could fit in better. Still in the cowgirl pose, but facing the old man. If he could hurry up, that would be great, for both of us.</span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2390289" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_07/Memento20.png.d5f80a99fa4c2ec7585f81451e9820f5.png" rel=""><img alt="Memento20.thumb.png.fe55570bc21e3d51c71008fa90324832.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2390289" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_07/Memento20.thumb.png.fe55570bc21e3d51c71008fa90324832.png" /></a></span></span>
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				<div>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">When I sensed he was about to ejaculate, I put my feet over his face to hide it and simulated an orgasm to satisfy his pride. I hoped old Nepos would keep his word.</span></span>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							 
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2390290" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_07/Memento21.png.f6a5e609ea64a8e23f2d76f0fb4088be.png" rel=""><img alt="Memento21.thumb.png.483b71f71874c755c0ee6c04824bf965.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2390290" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_07/Memento21.thumb.png.483b71f71874c755c0ee6c04824bf965.png" /></a></span></span>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">We got dressed again, him fully clothed, me in modest underwear. He then moved closer to tell me what he had omitted.</span></span>
								</p>

								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"You were great my dear! As promised, Madanach is being held in Cidhna Mine, the most secure prison in all of Skyrim, right here in Markarth. But you'd better be careful, the man you met yesterday has probably been silenced and you'll be deemed to be the ideal scapegoat. You can put your past behind you and leave, or accept your fate and get arrested. The choice is yours."</span></span>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2390291" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_07/Memento22.png.9499ea80e79f763e8c3295999e346dda.png" rel=""><img alt="Memento22.thumb.png.2323812a4593cf3fa194d78e19d03fe3.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2390291" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_07/Memento22.thumb.png.2323812a4593cf3fa194d78e19d03fe3.png" /></a>I waited for nightfall before deciding what to do. Thanks to the memento and Nepos's story, I had a clearer idea of my family's background, and one man would be able to answer it: the King in Rags, Madanach. I was still hesitating, gazing up at the stars to make up my mind. I might not see them again for a very long time...</span></span>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2390292" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_07/Memento23.png.ae2b8b29744f88e0d57f6b76a4ffa611.png" rel=""><img alt="Memento23.thumb.png.33759b0a571a14277161c2d8b79693d9.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2390292" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_07/Memento23.thumb.png.33759b0a571a14277161c2d8b79693d9.png" /></a></span></span>
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								<div>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">When I felt ready at last, I entered the Talos shrine. Just like the old man had warned me, some guards apprehended me for Eltrys' murder. I surrendered and knelt down to the ground straight away.</span></span>
										</p>

										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Look what you've done! You're to blame, you've dug into a mess that didn't involve you. Now you're coming with us! It's a life sentence for you in Cidhna Mine."</span></span>
										</p>

										<p style="text-align:center;">
											 
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2390293" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_07/Memento24.png.0d7da42ce78b1687d4ac5c522675ef7c.png" rel=""><img alt="Memento24.thumb.png.0d64cbf7487dcb6903c82cf7243038ba.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2390293" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_07/Memento24.thumb.png.0d64cbf7487dcb6903c82cf7243038ba.png" /></a></span></span>
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										<div>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">If you were a normal person, you'd be mad or sad to be busted. Not me, I was cheerful and smiling. Truth seemed within reach.</span></span>
												</p>

												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"You're a bunch of corrupt guards, but I don't really care. Please, send me to Cidhna's mine! There's someone I'm eager to meet."</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">When I finally regained my senses, I could only realize how messed up I was: tied up in a yoke, my feet chained together and, worst of all, the ring gag forcing my open mouth. I tried to struggle against my predicament with what little strength I had left. This caught the Legion soldier's attention behind me:</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Oh, you're awake! Good, I won't have to carry you all the way to Falkreath. I'll unlock your ankle cuffs and pour some water in you. We'll leave afterwards."</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I felt so weak, dirty and numb all over. During the escort, I stumbled along the cobbled road. My bare feet were getting sore and the soldier didn't give a damn about my condition, he was too busy staring at my ass. Among my previous imprisonments, this one proved to be quite hard to stomach.</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">About two hours of walking later, I was delivered to the Falkreath guard barracks. Forced onto my knees, the shame growing inside me... At least no one witnessed the scene.</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"The Legion is passing this prisoner on to you. She was captured in Helgen, so she falls within your authority."</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Well, you certainly had your hands full with her! What did she do?"</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"She committed theft crimes in Whiterun and escaped from their prison. Now if you'll excuse me I must be going."</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I was handcuffed and escorted to the cells. The female warden in charge supervised my arrival:</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Listen up, Breton. You'll be locked in the main cell with food and a bucket. If you try any tricks or bother me, you'll end up in the punishment cell, got it?"</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I understand, yes. Do you mind letting the jarl's steward know that I've dealt with Bashnag and that I'm locked up here? Please, she'll plead my case, I promise!"</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Yeah right, I'll spread the word. To the cell, now!"</span></span>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I spent the day in cell, waiting for the guard to bring up my claim. I was miserable, but I didn't have to suffer the dreadful treatment from the Legion. As I contemplated my cell's void, playing with my toes, another guard burst into the room.</span></span>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Ulfric Stormcloak escaped! They say he summoned a dragon and destroyed Helgen, leaving nothing but ruins!"</span></span>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"No way! Dragons are just legends, they don't exist! Oh before I forget, my captive asked for the steward, she supposed to have defeated Bashnag or something."</span></span>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Really? Damn, she's tough if that's true. I'll pass it along."</span></span>
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															<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">A few hours later, the warden came to open my cell door.</span></span>
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															<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Looks like it's your lucky day, Breton! The steward has paid your bounty, so you're free to go."</span></span>
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															<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I was so relieved and happy that I celebrated like a child.</span></span>
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															<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Stop dancing and go meet Nenya! She's expecting you at the Dead Man's Drink Inn."</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Lucille, right? The steward is waiting for you upstairs. Sorry in advance but Delacourt is no longer here, he went back to the Bard Academy in Solitude. Is there anything else you need?"</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Yes, as you can see, I'm a bit dirty so I could use a bath. I also left some things here with Delacourt. Any idea where they are?</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I'll find them for you and prepare your bath in the basement. Feel free to have it when you're done with Nenya!"</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Ah, there you are! I hope your stay in our prison wasn't too hard, and I'm sorry for how it was handled. With the war on, the Legion considers themselves entitled to be above the rest."</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Judging by how they treated me, I'll give you that... Thanks for getting me out of there! By the way, why did you bail me out? Did you find Bashnag? I managed to injure him before I had to break free..."</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"That's why I'm here! The town of Falkreath owes you a debt of gratitude. Please have a seat and tell me what happened."</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">So I recounted my quest, how I got rid of Bashnag's minions before falling captive to him. And how I escaped and survived in the mountains thanks to an abandoned shack, without mentioning Angi until Helgen and my arrest. When I finished, the Altmer elf stood up and tossed me a coin purse. My face lit up with a grin.</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Here's your reward, 250 gold coins. Half because of your bounty to clear. Bashnag tried to cross the border into Cyrodiil. From what I heard, he fought with a pickaxe stuck in his back and the guards were able to take him out! You can relax now and don't spend it all at once!"</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">After this good news, I went for my second treat: a bath to wash off the grime of recent events. You can't imagine how damned good it felt! Dipping your numb naked body in the bathtub's heated water, let your legs float on the surface...</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Hey, I see you staring at my feet! I don't mind, but don't forget you can also admire my pretty face, my breasts or my vagina... Stuck on my soles, aren't you? I get it, they're divine!"</span></span>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I stayed for an easy half-hour. When the water turned chilly, it was time to step out. I dried off a bit with a towel left by the innkeeper. She offered to let me overnight, at half price, which I gladly accepted. Probably her way to make up for Delacourt's departure, I missed our short dates a little...</span></span>
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															<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I went back upstairs to one of the single rooms. I dressed myself in the first underwear found in the dresser and collapsed like a stone into bed. My last real night's sleep had been at Angi's, nearly a week ago. Tomorrow was going to be a long day: heading off to Markarth in search of Enigma's past.</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">As I'd expected, the water was cool, but once my feet were in it, it felt quite refreshing! I bent down to hydrate myself, the fresh water invigorating me after a half-day's walk. Next, I had to eat a snack.</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I set off again, crossing a bridge towards Markarth. My attention focused on the roadside altar, dedicated to one of Tamriel's deities. I wasn't one of those people who believed in religion, but there were always some offerings being made...</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">A few steps ahead, I encountered a caravan of itinerant merchants. The Khajiits were agile, feline-headed humanoids who excelled in trade and theft. Because of that reputation, they were only allowed to sell their wares at the gates of Skyrim's cities. In a way, I could relate to them: a complete outsider to this land.</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Night was falling in the Reach, so I should be close to Markarth. I had walked throughout the day and began to feel tired, especially on this climb. The person above me did it in one go, Nord's people were just built differently...</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">It was worth the effort, and when I reached the top, I could see the road leading down into the city. I felt astonished! In all my life, I had never seen such magnificent structures. I realized why this place had played a key political role in Tamriel's history: whoever controlled this citadel controlled the territory between Skyrim and Highrock.</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">So... Lucille finally reached Markarth! Seeking answers from the city's history or its people, she'll have to be careful: Markarth is not without danger... I'm sure you already have some thoughts on what or who might be helpful for our Breton girl!</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I've tried to make this chapter more environmental, taking the route from Falkreath to Markarth and figuring out what I could take as screenshots and I'm pretty happy with how it turned out!</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">For sex enthusiasts, I'm not forgetting you, who knows, Lucille may have to get wet next... <img alt=";)" data-emoticon="" src="https://www.loverslab.com/resources/emoticons/wink.png" title=";)" /></span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">A couple of days later. I had decided to leave Angi's place, she had helped me enough and I was feeling much better, ready to head back to Falkreath. That is... If I stopped sleeping like a log.</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">My gracious host rudely awoke me from my slumber, by tickling my feet. I didn't know how she knew, but it made me react instantly.</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Time to wake up, Lucille! Oh well, these soles are quite sensitive, aren't they?"</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Ahahah! Please stop, your nails..."</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Are perfectly suited for this? Of course!"</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Once Angi had finished playing with me, she got up and started talking about the day:</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"When you've finished daydreaming and yawning, join me downstairs. I left an outfit for you in the dresser, so you should be fine."</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Here I am! How do I look?"</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"You look great, it suits you! I've been thinking about your collar situation. There's a blacksmith, an old man, back in my former village, Helgen. Send him my regards and I'm sure he'll remove it in a flash!"</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Wow! I owe you big time. Thanks again Angi."</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I have a little extra something for you Lucille, follow me."</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2363167" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Infamy05.png.b6b46248fcb68b3232b1b3a1c48e9260.png" rel=""><img alt="Infamy05.thumb.png.a9fbb77f477824158b910b985de2d966.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2363167" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Infamy05.thumb.png.a9fbb77f477824158b910b985de2d966.png" /></a></span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Before you leave, take my old hunting bow and some arrows. This way, you'll have something to remember our time together."</span></span>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I really like the gesture! You're such a sweet person Angi. I'll put it to good use in my adventures!"</span></span>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Ha, I'm sure you will! Thanks for staying by my side all week, it was nice to have you around, someone I can now call a friend."</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2363168" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Infamy06.png.5f8084088ca977a49a9e30f44181b4b6.png" rel=""><img alt="Infamy06.thumb.png.5ab16c4abbf2e92b0bb4cf55bb179b6b.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2363168" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Infamy06.thumb.png.5ab16c4abbf2e92b0bb4cf55bb179b6b.png" /></a></span></span>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Safe travels Lucille, feel free to come back, my door will always be open for you!"</span></span>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Take good care of yourself Angi! We'll meet again, I'll stop by someday!"</span></span>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I set off for Helgen, a few hours' walk to the east. The mountain path was a little longer, but safer. It's the route my Nordic friend had advised me to use.</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2363169" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Infamy07.png.17f09b969daa01f3dbda19be27bdd293.png" rel=""><img alt="Infamy07.thumb.png.3bbad5eedb52de0e0ac666f22dee9470.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2363169" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Infamy07.thumb.png.3bbad5eedb52de0e0ac666f22dee9470.png" /></a>I arrived in Helgen in the afternoon. It was the first settlement just over the border with Cyrodiil, which explained the presence of imperial Legion soldiers guarding the streets. I could hear sounds of hammering on an anvil, my intended stop.</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Hi, can I ask you to do something for me? See this collar? I need you to get it off me. I can pay you, and I'm here on behalf of a friend... Angi, who praised your work."</span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Oh Angi... I'm glad to hear she's still around! I can help you with that thing around your neck. It looks like ebonite so it should take me about ten minutes to pull it off."</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Once the old blacksmith's work was done, he didn't charge me. I left him the collar so that he could use the material to his heart's content. Free at last! I no longer had that pressure on my neck, and I could feel my magic flowing inside me. Bashnag's curse was lifted! Speaking of him, I had to go to the jarl of Falkreath to receive my bounty.</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2363172" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Infamy10.png.afc1fcef26f2dd2e430352f52ac1f91a.png" rel=""><img alt="Infamy10.thumb.png.f40bf8bae5eb624db6f4ee91b0307505.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2363172" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Infamy10.thumb.png.f40bf8bae5eb624db6f4ee91b0307505.png" /></a></span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I took another route through the forest back to Falkreath. A guard was stationed at this large village gate, bored out of his mind. He did, however, have a watchful eye on me.</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2363173" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Infamy11.png.8e826527a1515bc04ca139d7f3c53a0d.png" rel=""><img alt="Infamy11.thumb.png.fe81b58c0c32cd6fa3af69a77ad841ba.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2363173" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Infamy11.thumb.png.fe81b58c0c32cd6fa3af69a77ad841ba.png" /></a></span></span>
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								<div>
									<div>
										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"You! Wait! I've seen your face before..."</span></span>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I doubt it, sir, it's my first time visiting this place. I guess I've got one of those faces you recognize everywhere..."</span></span>
										</p>

										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Mmm, maybe... No! You're lying! I know who you are!"</span></span>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">You could say my bluff has been called.</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2363174" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Infamy12.png.274f3034ae4b04104b89f2d3c3b84a07.png" rel=""><img alt="Infamy12.thumb.png.c3e8acad2c251b6ce9a724bdac81ef1b.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2363174" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Infamy12.thumb.png.c3e8acad2c251b6ce9a724bdac81ef1b.png" /></a></span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The guard drew his sword from its sheath, quickly joined by another patrol.</span></span>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"You're wanted for theft, burglary and assault on Skyrim citizens. You're under arrest, I suggest you come quietly without causing a scene."</span></span>
										</p>

										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Alright, I surrender, no need to get rough."</span></span>
										</p>

										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Smart move. All your belongings will be confiscated until your sentence is over. Let's go."</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2363175" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Infamy13.png.1396cdf5747908ec3f71db90907c5dba.png" rel=""><img alt="Infamy13.thumb.png.00816cf43bf1bcc6c7e8a466bc1a3e86.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2363175" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Infamy13.thumb.png.00816cf43bf1bcc6c7e8a466bc1a3e86.png" /></a>Back to square one. Captive of the Imperial Legion, in rags, already used by the bloodstains on them, and barefoot obviously. The soldier shackled and gagged me and then led me into the dungeon's depths. I had no choice but to comply. </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2363176" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Infamy14.png.7fb502592d5c617943bee8a4a72fc064.png" rel=""><img alt="Infamy14.thumb.png.d92cd54c0dd2759ff1b4fefc047ac019.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2363176" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Infamy14.thumb.png.d92cd54c0dd2759ff1b4fefc047ac019.png" /></a></span></span>
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		<div>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I was forced down on my knees facing the captain and someone else.</span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Is this the thief who escaped from Whiterun? Good thing we caught her. Listen Breton, you have no rights here, you're being held as a prisoner of war, which means we can keep you and interrogate you as we see fit. The man next to me, the torturer's assistant, will handle your case."</span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Lovely girl... I have an idea for her."</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2363177" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Infamy15.png.f539c3aa95aa7f66f1e6571131ede600.png" rel=""><img alt="Infamy15.thumb.png.c1fb2b974b6c462b2acd7dd94f5a6234.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2363177" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Infamy15.thumb.png.c1fb2b974b6c462b2acd7dd94f5a6234.png" /></a></span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The assistant led me into one of the dungeon's common rooms and chained me to a post in an upside-down position. He proceeded to run his hand over my exposed belly. I tried to hide my shame as hard as I could.</span></span>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"It's not often I see such hot prisoners like you... A bit ticklish, eh? Don't worry, we won't use it for your questioning. I'll be back in a few hours to transfer you into a cell so behave yourself, okay?"</span></span>
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						<div>
							<div>
								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">My infamy had caught up with me. I spent some days in a dirty cell that tarnished my skin. From the corridor, I could hear Stormcloak soldiers being tortured until I was next in line.</span></span>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Get up Breton, you're going in the wall shackles today."</span></span>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Go to hell, you pig!"</span></span>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"How rude... Guess I'll have to gag you too."</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2363179" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Infamy17.png.ada834c3d530fb21bf7422d97c3db6c7.png" rel=""><img alt="Infamy17.thumb.png.b0310d5705237cba485820fb5a7eacb2.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2363179" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Infamy17.thumb.png.b0310d5705237cba485820fb5a7eacb2.png" /></a></span></span>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I met the torturer himself, an old hooded man. He contemplated me with a grin on his face, looking at my predicament.</span></span>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Well, what do we have here? A pretty young thieving girl. In your best interest, you'll confess who you work for and who your associates are. When I'm done with the others, I'll deal with you, so rest easy while you still can!"</span></span>
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										<div>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">When the time came, I was moved into a cage inside the torturer's room by his assistant. My hands and feet tightly bound, I could only watch helplessly as my fate befell me.</span></span>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Soon you'll be hanging in the middle of this room, your limbs chained to the floor and ceiling. How long that lasts is up to you, because the torturer won't stop until he has all your secrets."</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">And there I was, locked in an impossible position to escape from. Worst of all, I didn't have any info to give. I made my move alone, solely out of personal gain. There was no way the torturer would believe my words.</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2363182" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Infamy20.png.0bb45c2282dc086609a25de09ae520b6.png" rel=""><img alt="Infamy20.thumb.png.8064ddf350c16a87e11e4b9373124ecf.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2363182" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Infamy20.thumb.png.8064ddf350c16a87e11e4b9373124ecf.png" /></a></span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"So Breton... Which will it be, the easy or the hard way? I've got all day and plenty of mana to burn!"</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I did this all by myself! Take it or leave it, I don't give a damn, screw you old man!"</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Oh, a tough one! To be honest, I prefer when my prisoners resist, it's so much fun to break them!"</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2363183" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Infamy21.png.cf8b9f26b58ce4c0624f5ef5b806d060.png" rel=""><img alt="Infamy21.thumb.png.ad01a28a5c2e47746c249abfdc1a487d.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2363183" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Infamy21.thumb.png.ad01a28a5c2e47746c249abfdc1a487d.png" /></a>The torturer cast his spark spell with one hand. Despite my natural ability to resist magic, I could feel the pain spreading through my chest. And the way I was shackled, I had no other choice but to endure it until the old man decided to call a truce.</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2363184" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Infamy22.png.4843a1ace72bf0222620804e2b8fcc41.png" rel=""><img alt="Infamy22.thumb.png.847b3abb610364a6f7f51b110626f18c.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2363184" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Infamy22.thumb.png.847b3abb610364a6f7f51b110626f18c.png" /></a></span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I didn't know how long that first burst of lightning went on, but I felt in pretty weak shape. Between the lack of energy and the chains holding me together, I wasn't going to last another round of torture...</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Are you ready to talk, Breton? I want your partners' names. If you won't tell me, I'll have to use both hands..."</span></span>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I worked alone! I swear, I barely know anyone in Skyrim!"</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Still committed to this story version? You made your choice, so be it."</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2363185" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Infamy23.png.37f1455ed8ee66bf664b9c02cf806d56.png" rel=""><img alt="Infamy23.thumb.png.795d5073609353d2bf97f6805c6b3b5d.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2363185" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Infamy23.thumb.png.795d5073609353d2bf97f6805c6b3b5d.png" /></a>The torturer repeated his spark spell, the amplified variant. The pain had moved from my torso to my arms and legs. As for my shackled hands and feet, with the metal as an electric conduit... It was excruciating. When I began to feel it rising to my head, I gradually fainted until I blacked out.</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2363186" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Infamy24.png.531eae9c2774d10f7eb5ef658f93e5d2.png" rel=""><img alt="Infamy24.thumb.png.a9f53bdff0744dad9b8ee7458b7f107a.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2363186" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Infamy24.thumb.png.a9f53bdff0744dad9b8ee7458b7f107a.png" /></a></span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Did our Breton friend say anything?"</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"She resisted and repeated that she had done it on her own. I believe her, but she's hiding something else, I'm sure. When she wakes up, I'll make her confess."</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"No need, change of plan. Ulfric Stormcloak will be with us shortly, so we need to clear the dungeon. Tell your assistant to secure the prisoner. A patrol will escort her to Falkreath prison, where she'll serve out a sentence for her thieving crimes."</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Yes, Captain! Such a pity to get rid of her so soon... She had great willpower."</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Yeah, Lucille has a gift for being in the wrong place at the wrong time... But at least she isn't collared anymore! And despite the minor detour, she will be heading back to Falkreath! Not willingly and in a prison cell, true... But those are mere details for a resourceful Breton like her! </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Such as pleading her case with Bashnag's clash... Or having a bard friend to help her out...</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">In any case, Lucille already knows her next stop, Markarth's city. That's where she'll learn more about her family's past. And possibly... </span></span><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">New encounters or new magic spells.   </span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:24px;">HAVEN</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Somewhere in the mountains...</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2347392" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven02.png.07352c29500eb61cb0c9cf8e6612b362.png" rel=""><img alt="Haven02.thumb.png.57e313e6f4a1f1db6ebe4707760198d4.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2347392" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven02.thumb.png.57e313e6f4a1f1db6ebe4707760198d4.png" /></a>I struggled to awake, although with everything I'd been through previously, it was a miracle I survived. I could feel the warmth of clothes on my skin and the smell of stew nearby.</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2347393" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven03.png.49a64c63be559f0110f3bccb21b84a19.png" rel=""><img alt="Haven03.thumb.png.d4756c100280266313ae43d5be574fd3.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2347393" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven03.thumb.png.d4756c100280266313ae43d5be574fd3.png" /></a></span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I straightened up with some questions on my mind: Where was I? Who had rescued me and given me these clothes? Had Bashnag died? At least I was no longer a prisoner or freezing to death naked. But I wondered what would happen next, I could hear some noise below...</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2347394" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven04.png.b2f5008c026e0d0b67f553d25f53c15e.png" rel=""><img alt="Haven04.thumb.png.f45a889aa751cb27fff691301efb67dd.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2347394" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven04.thumb.png.f45a889aa751cb27fff691301efb67dd.png" /></a></span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I got up and went downstairs. A Nord woman was stirring her pot of stew. She introduced herself when she heard my barefoot steps on the wooden staircase.</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Name's Angi and if you try anything stupid I won't hesitate to put an arrow in your head."</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I won't, thanks for saving my life! I'm Lucille by the way. Can you tell me where we are?"</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"My cabin, up in the mountains. Go and sit down, you must be starving, we'll talk better when our bellies will be full."</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2347395" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven05.png.15c2d7c73b70ae11c0db407e37c95cca.png" rel=""><img alt="Haven05.thumb.png.69ce86cec1e5ecdb829ef8bcca1f7c77.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2347395" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven05.thumb.png.69ce86cec1e5ecdb829ef8bcca1f7c77.png" /></a></span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I explained my situation. Angi paid close attention, as did her dog, awaiting our leftovers:</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I took on a quest to defeat a necromancer. He turned out to be much more powerful than I was. He kept me prisoner and tortured me before I could escape... Until I passed out in the open."</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"That explains the leather straps, the collar and your nudity. I'm sorry for your predicament Lucille. But you're lucky I found you by the roadside. I carried you here and warmed you up. You almost slept a full day, you know!"</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2347396" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven06.png.f322b679ccba6baebe21b775de471462.png" rel=""><img alt="Haven06.thumb.png.9d1b85fb1fc622e27b6581fb1be73e7e.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2347396" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven06.thumb.png.9d1b85fb1fc622e27b6581fb1be73e7e.png" /></a></span></span>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">When I told Angi I was going to leave, she stood up with a rather intimidating attitude.</span></span>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"What are you doing? Is this how you repay me for saving your ass?"</span></span>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Look, I... I shouldn't stay..."</span></span>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"With that thing around your neck, you don't make any decisions. I do. So you stay here, you help me and you keep me company. Maybe I could take that collar off if you played along... What do you say?"</span></span>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I guess I can't argue about it... Fine, I accept."</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2347398" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven07.png.9ca6a162630ac5e888f84b79253c243a.png" rel=""><img alt="Haven07.thumb.png.8ec10a62e15e6bb500c3caba85d90592.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2347398" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven07.thumb.png.8ec10a62e15e6bb500c3caba85d90592.png" /></a>I had no other choice but to stick around Angi and assist her with the daily chores. I made some potions for her future expeditions, while she swept the cabin staring at me. I knew that look, the desire one. I tried to avoid it, so she didn't get any wrong ideas.</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2347399" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven08.png.5e664bb914ad3fcd202ac8baccb23513.png" rel=""><img alt="Haven08.thumb.png.32ff4af818a8b2fbed32339c05ce68c9.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2347399" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven08.thumb.png.32ff4af818a8b2fbed32339c05ce68c9.png" /></a></span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Of course, this failed. After dinner and bedtime, we changed into our underwear. Angi seized her moment to pin me against the wardrobe next to the main bedroom. With her height and strength, I couldn't fight back.</span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Stop it and let go of me!"</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"My house, my rules. I like you and I want you. It's been a long time since I've had that kind of intimacy... And you're in no position to turn me down."</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2347400" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven09.png.dbaddecf9cec38e47e67f26b97a5d124.png" rel=""><img alt="Haven09.thumb.png.aee75c8345369afec1364bffd53973c9.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2347400" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven09.thumb.png.aee75c8345369afec1364bffd53973c9.png" /></a></span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Angi's grip knocked me to the ground. I struggled desperately to prevent her from doing what she had in mind by slapping her face hard.</span></span>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Get your hands off me!"</span></span>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I could see I had angered her, so I needed to leave at once.</span></span>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2347401" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven10.png.80a597ca8a22b60627d01dbcd8d0856e.png" rel=""><img alt="Haven10.thumb.png.62be2f5830a6364ed92f7796b7f6fdee.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2347401" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven10.thumb.png.62be2f5830a6364ed92f7796b7f6fdee.png" /></a></span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I fled into the night, unaware of my surroundings. That's why I fell down a small cliff before Angi and her dog caught up with me. Needless to say, I was in big trouble...</span></span>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Get up and I'll shot you with my bow! That's right, stay still, my dog hates sudden movements. I'll come down and bring you back to my cabin."</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2347402" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven11.png.0785fc4a4b7fd6f43aacdaaed1c9cf45.png" rel=""><img alt="Haven11.thumb.png.6d811314741a03fcd7554948a618630b.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2347402" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven11.thumb.png.6d811314741a03fcd7554948a618630b.png" /></a></span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">At the campfire, Angi retaliated by taking off my underwear and firmly holding me on her lap, my bare bottom exposed...</span></span>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"You chose the wrong girl to mess with, I'll spank the hell out of you! I save your life, I feed you, I give you clothes and this is how you thank me? Ungrateful brat!"</span></span>
										</p>

										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Ouch! I'm sorry, I just panicked! Ouch! Please stop!"</span></span>
										</p>

										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Save your apologies for someone else, I'll decide when I'm done with you."</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2347405" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven12.png.9bc87a6a2956da0f732f76d8e88f95c9.png" rel=""><img alt="Haven12.thumb.png.492755580f55893031fa1bb0986ac9b4.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2347405" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven12.thumb.png.492755580f55893031fa1bb0986ac9b4.png" /></a></span></span>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">After the spanking session that left red marks on my buttocks, Angi tied my hands together around the campfire grill's iron bar. She contemplated her handiwork with her dog while I sobbed in pain and anguish.</span></span>
												</p>

												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"As a reminder, you'll be left here, out in the cold and the campfire's warmth. I'm not a monster, I won't let you die. Tomorrow I'll figure out what to do with you... As they say, night is the mother of counsel!"</span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The next morning, Angi went hunting. Before heading out, she tied me up underneath her cabin's staircase. Naked, with my hands upraised, I couldn't get loose. I was miserable, how things had turned so badly... All because I refused Angi's sex request. I guess I should have been more grateful to my host, even if it meant being a submissive pet to her.</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2347407" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven14.png.d6de0d85219d9f0f085b3aa1ce823c3a.png" rel=""><img alt="Haven14.thumb.png.c4dfb92ddb6bddb3dd939dac37f508d5.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2347407" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven14.thumb.png.c4dfb92ddb6bddb3dd939dac37f508d5.png" /></a></span></span>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Angi came back at sundown. She walked towards me, her recently captured prey, then patted my cheek.</span></span>
						</p>

						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"How was your day, little one? I hope you've reflected upon your position... Tell me, what am I supposed to do with you now?"</span></span>
						</p>

						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Look, I'm... I'm really sorry... I'll make it up to you! I'll work hard, whatever it takes, I'll do it!"</span></span>
						</p>

						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I know you will. I'm handing the underwear back to you, and tomorrow you will clean the terrace for me. Make me proud!"</span></span>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							 
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2347408" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven15.png.a5199bf5ac0bf793282e5f08efaff33c.png" rel=""><img alt="Haven15.thumb.png.bd594f2da69265a1e2736e3944c79d60.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2347408" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven15.thumb.png.bd594f2da69265a1e2736e3944c79d60.png" /></a></span></span>
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						<div>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Since we got off on the wrong foot, let's start again. Name's Angi and I've been living out here for a couple of years now. What's your story, stranger?"</span></span>
								</p>

								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Well... It's about a young girl who dreamt of adventures in an unknown land and ends up as a domestic servant stuck in snowy mountains."</span></span>
								</p>

								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Ha, you're funny! It could have been worse, like freezing to death!"</span></span>
								</p>

								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"May I ask why you live out here all by yourself?"</span></span>
								</p>

								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I moved here from Helgen after a tragic event. But that's a tale for another time, keep on sweeping."</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2347409" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven16.png.ee261394fa1c9511ff65a81849967583.png" rel=""><img alt="Haven16.thumb.png.47fda325b579dc863157122dd553e92e.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2347409" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven16.thumb.png.47fda325b579dc863157122dd553e92e.png" /></a></span></span>
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								<div>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">After dinner, Angi wanted me to take care of her, in a rather unusual way, as I might have done with a bard a few days ago...</span></span>
										</p>

										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"You did a good cleaning job earlier, I expect the same with my feet now. That's it, keep licking, maybe I'll reward you properly for your good behaviour."</span></span>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Usually, I was the one in charge but being on the ground didn't seem so hard for once...</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2347410" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven17.png.372a180583b9c8b7dd33ee1e3ad451c3.png" rel=""><img alt="Haven17.thumb.png.4a3e897a1dc454d794a7eebe3301bd37.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2347410" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven17.thumb.png.4a3e897a1dc454d794a7eebe3301bd37.png" /></a></span></span>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The next day, Angi kept her word, and gave me an outfit but no boots, she still had doubts about my loyalty. Nevertheless, the Nord woman trained me in archery. I'd never used a bow in my life before because I had my magic, but since it could be blocked... Better to have one more trick up your sleeve!</span></span>
												</p>

												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"That was my mother who taught me on how to use a bow. She always said composure was the key to a successful archer. If you can remain calm, even in the midst of chaos, your arrow will mostly find its target. Now, aim and shoot when you're ready."</span></span>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													 
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2347412" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven18.png.64a96ddd103b4989258cee9017e4c499.png" rel=""><img alt="Haven18.thumb.png.705f8442aaefb211a727754143d1dde3.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2347412" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven18.thumb.png.705f8442aaefb211a727754143d1dde3.png" /></a></span></span>
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										<div>
											<div>
												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I spent the whole day practicing with Angi's guidance. She was a good person at heart and I felt obliged to express my feelings.</span></span>
												</p>

												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Lister Angi... Thank you. You saved my life, you let me into your haven, you trained me... Deep down, I should never have slapped you, but I got scared... I didn't know what you wanted from me, but mostly because I've never had any sex with another woman..."</span></span>
												</p>

												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"That's fine, Lucille, I shouldn't have forced it on you like that, it's just... Since my family died, it's not often I get visitors out here, especially attractive girls like you... You know what, let's do this right. There is a nice pond down the road, we can go there tomorrow and... open up a brand new experience for you, shall we?"</span></span>
												</p>

												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Yes... Yes! I'd like to give it a try!"</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2347413" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven19.png.f219b58eb0313b0d5a2b059252fd8aa9.png" rel=""><img alt="Haven19.thumb.png.ed64e9dab56d2e12db8db2363c6dc04d.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2347413" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven19.thumb.png.ed64e9dab56d2e12db8db2363c6dc04d.png" /></a></span></span>
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		<div>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The following afternoon, Angi took me to her cozy little spot. We sat down by the little pond and stripped off our clothes. Her body muscles were impressive, living in the wild has its advantages.</span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"So, Lucille... are you sure you want to do this? You can still say no, I would understand."</span></span>
				</p>

				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I am. Give me your best Angi!"</span></span>
				</p>

				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Alright then. Leave it to me, I'll show you what a real Nord is!"</span></span>
				</p>

				<p style="text-align:center;">
					 
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					 
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2347414" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven20.png.9142e5bc45757f1b382e773d63cdaa16.png" rel=""><img alt="Haven20.thumb.png.dcd9ce346656afe72f9c765d8a6e501d.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2347414" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven20.thumb.png.dcd9ce346656afe72f9c765d8a6e501d.png" /></a>Angi made her moves softly, she grabbed my hands and put them on her legs so I could hold on. She lowered her head to kiss me, a lingering one so intense I couldn't hear nature's sounds. Something stirred in my body, my arousal rising gradually.</span></span>
				</p>

				<p style="text-align:center;">
					 
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					 
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2347415" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven21.png.8aca3dc842d4f0552ce9a9fd233d8580.png" rel=""><img alt="Haven21.thumb.png.619e91f8d7b6e3661a8c713ae3603592.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2347415" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven21.thumb.png.619e91f8d7b6e3661a8c713ae3603592.png" /></a></span></span>
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				<div>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">When she finished, Angi guided my hands to her large breasts.</span></span>
						</p>

						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Come on, don't be shy! Touch them, fondle them! They're beautiful, aren't they?"</span></span>
						</p>

						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Yes indeed, they're so perfect! Dibella didn't give me such big charms..."</span></span>
						</p>

						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Aw, poor little you! I know something that will lift your spirits..."</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Angi lovingly kissed one of my nipples while holding me firmly down. She was right, her mastery in the female art of lovemaking had no equal. Having my little breasts treated so well made me moan a little.<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2347417" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven23.png.07693e7b5a83adf9f799781543eef70e.png" rel=""><img alt="Haven23.thumb.png.b11f77e7c9cf02c895df1a9e37e6771d.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2347417" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_05/Haven23.thumb.png.b11f77e7c9cf02c895df1a9e37e6771d.png" /></a></span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">When she decided to progress to my vagina, the pleasure escalated. Men weren't very talented in this area, but with a woman of Angi's caliber... This quickly led to a powerful orgasm.</span></span>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Angi knelt behind me, placing my head on her muscular, pillow-like laps. She soothingly patted my face and hair to comfort me.</span></span>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"So, Lucille... What did you think? You came pretty quickly, so I bet it went down well..."</span></span>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"That was... wonderful! I'm glad I had this learning moment with you, thanks again Angi!"</span></span>
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													<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"My pleasure! Let's head back to the cabin, maybe we can try something else there tonight..."</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:24px;">AUTHOR'S NOTE</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I slowed down to make this chapter, between the recent games that have been released... It was hard to juggle with! I'll probably return to one chapter a month. I still enjoy making Skyrim screenshots and developing Lucille's story bit by bit but I don't want to limit myself to that. </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">It's still a long year ahead and I've got plenty of places worth exploring!</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:24px;">BLEND IN </span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">After a day's walk and some explorations around the region's borders, I finally tracked down Bashnag's coven, holed up in a cave. A spellsword guarded the entrance, mixing alchemical concoctions to pass time.</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2330590" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin02.png.9beb51f5b6de341419887c21956c9817.png" rel=""><img alt="Blendin02.thumb.png.ca36b1276ccd63af150028c534b86009.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2330590" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin02.thumb.png.ca36b1276ccd63af150028c534b86009.png" /></a>I thought about my approach. I could go in and wipe everyone out, except Bashnag, who would crush me. Or I could sneak in, ask to blend in with Bashnag's people. I just had to override whoever stood in my way, starting with the person below.</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2330591" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin03.png.d64c50bc7d4c8e816428b59aae6a25bd.png" rel=""><img alt="Blendin03.thumb.png.cabf2ad81ea4c7765a0e071ee363b66e.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2330591" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin03.thumb.png.cabf2ad81ea4c7765a0e071ee363b66e.png" /></a></span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I used a calming spell combined with my persuasion skills to gather useful info.</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Hey. I don't mean any harm. I'd like to become one of you, can you tell me more about the current status of the band?"</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Huh... It's not looking good... Bashnag's paranoia is growing, he's suspecting betrayal from all of us... Now there are only three of us, plus him."</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Good. Thanks a lot, now leave this place and never come back!"</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2330592" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin04.png.5d1a02ec6399c365a5e3c6cd0d251c1c.png" rel=""><img alt="Blendin04.thumb.png.253ab766cbcc3c3f0c22a6df7aad61ad.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2330592" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin04.thumb.png.253ab766cbcc3c3f0c22a6df7aad61ad.png" /></a>See the door behind me? It's protected by a magic rune. Only those versed in magic can perceive them. There were various ways to get rid of this trap, the first being to throw a spell on the rune to make it explode. But that would cause far too much noise, so I opted for the second solution, to cast a dispelling spell to disable it.</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2330593" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin05.png.e511af141c3cb7fe07571f9d826f5053.png" rel=""><img alt="Blendin05.thumb.png.48bd2847a6f9b990f7c3331ff9b74e16.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2330593" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin05.thumb.png.48bd2847a6f9b990f7c3331ff9b74e16.png" /></a>The cave's main section was quite vast, with trees sprouting up in the middle. I advanced cautiously in silence, following the stone path while keeping an eye out for any potential danger.</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2330594" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin06.png.f5cfe67d7e8291811b6343e09247c2e5.png" rel=""><img alt="Blendin06.thumb.png.582a6479603e4ce0862bd1085ec32d34.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2330594" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin06.thumb.png.582a6479603e4ce0862bd1085ec32d34.png" /></a>An elven spellsword guarded another wooden door. I snuck up behind her and employed a sleep spell to knock her senseless. I had to keep my magic consumption in check; the more spells I used, the less energy I got.</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I confronted the leader and his last spellsword.</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Bashnag! I've heard a lot about you and wish to learn at your side. How can I become your apprentice?"</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Who the hell are you? How did you get here?"</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Quiet, Redguard! I'm pondering... Ah, got it! If you beat my assistant, I'll consider your request."</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2330596" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin08.png.5607b6886bda7654a8ec170c43f7b195.png" rel=""><img alt="Blendin08.thumb.png.9977f64c33e025e727019e94dab1563b.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2330596" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin08.thumb.png.9977f64c33e025e727019e94dab1563b.png" /></a></span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Sorry, handsome, but I don't have time for this."</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The Redguard, aware of his life at stake, tried a direct assault with his axe. Unfortunately for him, I responded with both hands and lightning sparks right into his torso. He cried out in pain before collapsing unconscious in the snowy grotto grass.</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2330597" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin09.png.d4ab80b93b2748f7b4a049171ab46d84.png" rel=""><img alt="Blendin09.thumb.png.05c99032da1575fe992c223a7d9d0021.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2330597" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin09.thumb.png.05c99032da1575fe992c223a7d9d0021.png" /></a></span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Bashnag was an elderly Orc, the kind you rarely associate with magic. He had white eyes and horns on his face, the look of a scary necromancer.</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Behold, my new apprentice! How did you hear about me?"</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Master, I've found several texts mentioning your name. You used to be part of a group known as Enigma, weren't you?"</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Enigma... It's been more than a decade since the last meeting. I'm surprised you could find any remnants of this past..."</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"And yet I did! As your newest student, what's my first lesson?"</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Take off all your clothes, show me your naked body."</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2330598" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin10.png.093cd9ca29aa3b0679893e675a1d08a6.png" rel=""><img alt="Blendin10.thumb.png.1f47b34ae6d5209267c2a5973efd3656.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2330598" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin10.thumb.png.1f47b34ae6d5209267c2a5973efd3656.png" /></a></span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I did what he instructed, straight away. I had to play my role as his apprentice to its fullest.</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"There! Do you like my body, Master Bashnag? You could explore it if you want..."</span></span>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Yeah, you're pretty, but that's not the point. Here's a magic collar I've enhanced that can boost its wearer's magical energy. I want you to test it on the vegetation behind you and tell me if it works."</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I'll put it on immediately and report back to you!"</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2330599" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin11.png.3b73475291e7fc227994766ad796a937.png" rel=""><img alt="Blendin11.thumb.png.5be7cbb5782b1e19db6d1ab42fb8a45e.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2330599" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin11.thumb.png.5be7cbb5782b1e19db6d1ab42fb8a45e.png" /></a></span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">With this magical collar around my neck, I might have a shot at Bashnag, but something seemed fishy...</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Um... Master? It doesn't seem to be working, I can't use any of my magic."</span></span>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I heard heavy footsteps approaching from behind...</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">... Before taking a blow to the head that knocked me down onto the icy stones of the cave. I heard Bashnag's last lines before fainting:</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Foolish girl... This collar bears my curse, preventing its owner of magic! Once awake, we'll need to talk, my eager apprentice..."</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2330601" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin13.png.8a13a86f08aaa11bdc9291be4bf0719a.png" rel=""><img alt="Blendin13.thumb.png.401964025eb6ff197b2fe752f7e18c16.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2330601" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin13.thumb.png.401964025eb6ff197b2fe752f7e18c16.png" /></a>I'm sorry I... I haven't told you everything. I came to Skyrim for a purpose, to track down my relatives also members of this Enigma organization. As the name implied, it was a secret for a reason. And here's how I ended up: naked, cold, my hands and feet tied up with leather straps and worst of all, being held captive by a rather uptight Orc necromancer... </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2330602" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin14.png.23ca5b817ddb52b98c08c6ecec21a5ee.png" rel=""><img alt="Blendin14.thumb.png.131de9ab854b53c764ac43909340f909.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2330602" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin14.thumb.png.131de9ab854b53c764ac43909340f909.png" /></a></span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"You're awake, good. I got rid of the other swordsmen, it's just you and me now."</span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Please Master, what do you want from me? I only wish to learn alongside you!"</span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Enough of this! Tell me about your ties with Enigma. You thought you had the slightest chance against me, you little pest? Try harder next time!"</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"No, Master Bashnag, you're mistaken! I don't know anything about Enigma, I merely hoped to improve my magic knowledge with you!"</span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Well, let's put it to the test. Lesson one: stamina training."</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2330603" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin15.png.bd7267908de6c308ef93de3530640967.png" rel=""><img alt="Blendin15.thumb.png.80cf26fce59d2ce7971a203ae2ff0f41.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2330603" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin15.thumb.png.80cf26fce59d2ce7971a203ae2ff0f41.png" /></a>I remained strapped in and the Orc pulled me to my feet, facing him. His stamina test consisted of casting a cold spell on my naked body. It was awful, more like a torture session really. Fortunately, as a Breton, I absorbed some of the magic, which reduced the pain I felt. Bashnag wanted to force the truth out of me but I had no intention of let it happen. </span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2330604" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin16.png.1cc8afebaf6683cbe81adca4b52a9a4d.png" rel=""><img alt="Blendin16.thumb.png.a18b408d95889604b6363bee77448f4a.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2330604" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin16.thumb.png.a18b408d95889604b6363bee77448f4a.png" /></a></span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">After countless hours of stamina drain, I collapsed on my side, totally exhausted. The freezing cold had left me paralyzed, I couldn't feel my lower body.</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"It's not over yet. You passed through the first lesson, here's the second: conjuration."</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2330605" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin17.png.51a274e16b1dd4b502bddab5e2278991.png" rel=""><img alt="Blendin17.thumb.png.249ca18318735716716aa7d8bc19b7a3.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2330605" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin17.thumb.png.249ca18318735716716aa7d8bc19b7a3.png" /></a></span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">A frosty atronach appeared and pulled me up with such force that it loosened my hand bindings to lock them in its limbs. As a result, his cold aura swept through my body, inflicting far more pain than Bashnag's magic spell. I couldn't bear it any longer...</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2330606" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin18.png.c1a75a6df4d686d39f7b8b02fac17f4a.png" rel=""><img alt="Blendin18.thumb.png.d4443b6d9c8ecb761471410f10c3a8e6.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2330606" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin18.thumb.png.d4443b6d9c8ecb761471410f10c3a8e6.png" /></a></span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"So, little one, ready to confess?"</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Please master Bashnag... All I can tell you is where I found the texts... A hidden cave near Solitude... That's it, I swear I don't know anything else about Engima!"</span></span>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Liar! The last meeting took place in Markarth, how can you explain that?"</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I... I can't. But I'll do anything you ask, Master!"</span></span>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I like that answer! You're going to lead me to this secret location and I'll decide to let you live or not."</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The conjured atronach disappeared, loosening my feet binding. I couldn't get up with the little strength I had left. Instead, I crawled on all fours behind Bashnag, like his pet.</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Hurry up, we've got a long way to go and I'm not carrying your sorry ass."</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Sorry Master... I'm too exhausted... I... I can't take it anymore..."</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2330609" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin20.png.b9d775e1c4354038df2c55eab2f574c7.png" rel=""><img alt="Blendin20.thumb.png.1193917d378fa8ead7062de9ebfe8dc6.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2330609" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin20.thumb.png.1193917d378fa8ead7062de9ebfe8dc6.png" /></a></span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I dropped dead at the orc's feet, shattered by his ordeals against me.</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"You humans are truly so puny and weak. At least I won't have any trouble tying you back up."</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2330610" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin21.png.9f110bde957b8438daf609dc0fd8c516.png" rel=""><img alt="Blendin21.thumb.png.4e64ea77b1d4e70f0c27efba58a06fca.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2330610" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin21.thumb.png.4e64ea77b1d4e70f0c27efba58a06fca.png" /></a></span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">It was a trick. When Bashnag turned to adjust the leather straps, I discreetly rose to my feet and picked up the first weapon on the table: a pickaxe that I used to pound my former Master's spine. He let out a demented cry of pain so loud that the cave walls trembled.</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Eat this, you freak!"</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2330611" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin22.png.9ab27cbe378f542812e20bdece7a740d.png" rel=""><img alt="Blendin22.thumb.png.7a48c44457a4de3b901597ff1e6f3f67.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2330611" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin22.thumb.png.7a48c44457a4de3b901597ff1e6f3f67.png" /></a>I escaped. I had no desire to fight Bashnag again and I was an easy prey for him without magic. I preferred to brave the mountain cold naked than this vile Orc. </span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2330612" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin23.png.5bac2e3ea3f1f1d152e891b4d1383e54.png" rel=""><img alt="Blendin23.thumb.png.d3a82ac8a4d7b5cd6c7542501655f54d.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2330612" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_04/Blendin23.thumb.png.d3a82ac8a4d7b5cd6c7542501655f54d.png" /></a>I just ran, as far and long as my body would let me, until I couldn't anymore. What I had endured, the cold and the fatigue were too much for me... I fell by the roadside, completely burnt out.</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Half-conscious, I was curled up, trying to warm myself up. Then, at some point, I heard footsteps and a voice:</span></span>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Well, well. If it isn't a thrall fleeing from her master. I guess it's my lucky day..."</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">So, do you have any idea who is “rescuing” Lucille? If you've played Skyrim, you may know this person. </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">As you have seen, Lucille's main quest gets off lightly, she's seeking out her parents from a secret clan called Enigma. I can think of a few ways to set this up, but it will act more as a background to Lucille's journey than anything else. </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Besides, what happens next is entirely up to this new owner...  </span></span>
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">23628</guid><pubDate>Tue, 15 Apr 2025 18:34:53 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Chapter 1 | Welcoming</title><link>https://www.loverslab.com/blogs/entry/23506-chapter-1-welcoming/</link><description><![CDATA[<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:24px;">WELCOMING</span></span>
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			<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2317500" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming01.png.ba6ac6df06af9967bc85f8c7f2573018.png" rel=""><img alt="Welcoming01.thumb.png.3cd0087e5660b241a06fcc1a13cdfad2.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2317500" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming01.thumb.png.3cd0087e5660b241a06fcc1a13cdfad2.png" /></a><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">A few days passed. The weather was wonderful here, with the sun beaming down on the region. I found a nice spot in the shade to relax and look at the blue sky. Yeah, I guess you could say I enjoyed idle time.</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2317501" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming02.png.75ce1bb4dc04c0ccb40893e38be223a7.png" rel=""><img alt="Welcoming02.thumb.png.b07703ee200f22ffa2138c8bd89db214.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2317501" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming02.thumb.png.b07703ee200f22ffa2138c8bd89db214.png" /></a>Hi there! So, what do you think of my outfit? Pretty nice isn't it? I like it, the bard's got good taste! He even found me a pair of sandals so he could peek at my feet, what a clever guy... </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2317502" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming03.png.496b9aa3dce8653669d40d2eb2afd101.png" rel=""><img alt="Welcoming03.thumb.png.7f6da4d9f5453e79dd286cbd9dcd82e6.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2317502" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming03.thumb.png.7f6da4d9f5453e79dd286cbd9dcd82e6.png" /></a></span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Speaking of which, since he found me an outfit... I may have been a naughty girl...</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2317503" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming04.png.3b3d88053d4721e4e0bad5fc81bd2b1b.png" rel=""><img alt="Welcoming04.thumb.png.0ef5053786a1cce98c0e8d9a26f07e85.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2317503" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming04.thumb.png.0ef5053786a1cce98c0e8d9a26f07e85.png" /></a>Back to the second round, I gave the bard free rein. He took my legs, gently pushed himself into my body and kissed one of my feet. Damn, that felt so good! </span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2317504" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming05.png.236a01d2360854dbd78375d425cbc2c3.png" rel=""><img alt="Welcoming05.thumb.png.b7b9c131dbc16fb84fbe60af0515d6af.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2317504" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming05.thumb.png.b7b9c131dbc16fb84fbe60af0515d6af.png" /></a></span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The bard stepped up the pace. Moving back and forth ever more vigorously, having my soles dangling right in front of his eyes boosted his momentum. Meanwhile, I was over the moon...</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2317505" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming06.png.8d4ba95a758685d44599b65e6d57981a.png" rel=""><img alt="Welcoming06.thumb.png.d1fd93fbc86a927f826f23c5f93a5d95.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2317505" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming06.thumb.png.d1fd93fbc86a927f826f23c5f93a5d95.png" /></a>Until the very end, when I spread my legs to let him cum with everything he had. Judging by my moans and my facial delight, the bard knew how to please a young lady. </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2317506" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming07.png.62a78832192efe744dc9773d693bb0b9.png" rel=""><img alt="Welcoming07.thumb.png.f40bd3b0e7501fc0bd3678d94f208130.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2317506" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming07.thumb.png.f40bd3b0e7501fc0bd3678d94f208130.png" /></a>Falkreath was a dead town, literally, with its vast graveyard of tombstones, and figuratively, with nothing to do. After the first few days, I got bored. Thankfully, the bard at the tavern offered some quality time, but I still needed gold... </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2317507" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming08.png.a8e2172e848d5f2285ee148e955faf48.png" rel=""><img alt="Welcoming08.thumb.png.173c9e4e1d08636a22716fb7cba2a5ba.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2317507" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming08.thumb.png.173c9e4e1d08636a22716fb7cba2a5ba.png" /></a>So I had to get my hands dirty, working in the fields. Harvesting gourds, potatoes and cabbages for a few coins... Honest pay for honest work they said, I despised it. I wasn't cut out for the peasant life. </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2317508" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming09.png.14804e4fbab2727f28a079abd9b91c37.png" rel=""><img alt="Welcoming09.thumb.png.e2e91ae4ebc898e694d498cef5a1480d.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2317508" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming09.thumb.png.e2e91ae4ebc898e694d498cef5a1480d.png" /></a>And one evening after a crappy day, I tried to cast a spell again. That orange light coming out of my hand, the glowing sparks flying... Damn, it felt good to have it back! I was just an apprentice in magical arts, thanks to my Breton blood heritage but I was a fast learner.</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2317509" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming10.png.81f85a4fc02d1fd09b2bd80a3beeed86.png" rel=""><img alt="Welcoming10.thumb.png.9b69c8bca9d446aa8e7a572654b68dda.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2317509" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming10.thumb.png.9b69c8bca9d446aa8e7a572654b68dda.png" /></a>The next day, I spent my scarce coins on a new outfit, more suited to my felon habits. Besides, I needed to get back into my swing and regain some of my fighting skills before heading out again!</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2317511" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming11.png.51f17b64da77bbab7a04c6d85b6baede.png" rel=""><img alt="Welcoming11.thumb.png.60ff45f7030eef838c10a284569c38b9.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2317511" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming11.thumb.png.60ff45f7030eef838c10a284569c38b9.png" /></a>I practiced the whole afternoon on a dummy in a training yard. Using magic of course, lightning bolts left their clear marks, followed by dagger strikes to vital points. I wasn't powerful enough with magic to fight at long range, so I had to be in close combat to hit my targets.</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2317512" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming12.png.9972ffeca5c431b9216c01f86c2cb3ea.png" rel=""><img alt="Welcoming12.thumb.png.32b8ba52389e93d7daac79155bd7d7b0.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2317512" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming12.thumb.png.32b8ba52389e93d7daac79155bd7d7b0.png" /></a>While the locals were gathering at the tavern one night, I figured a little burglary couldn't help but revive my game. My target: the field farmers. Let's just say I wanted to earn a little extra on my wages - honest pay for honest work, am I right? </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2317513" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming13.png.60ff3dc8664f240c0e351210f48f3121.png" rel=""><img alt="Welcoming13.thumb.png.8021f7d9357ee68749543862564cb902.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2317513" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming13.thumb.png.8021f7d9357ee68749543862564cb902.png" /></a>I spent some time chatting with the bard, barefoot naturally. His name was Delacourt, a Breton from High Rock who, like me, went through a life of petty theft before joining the bards' college in Solitude. I shared a few bits of my past with him too. It felt good to talk about it with someone who sympathized. </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2317514" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming14.png.b395d25aac4ba76c3d3d755b576268df.png" rel=""><img alt="Welcoming14.thumb.png.47d2ebccb0a2f727695268da3eab5180.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2317514" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming14.thumb.png.47d2ebccb0a2f727695268da3eab5180.png" /></a></span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">When Delacourt lost himself in his mind, I had to step in and bring him back. And what better idea than to use my feet, one rubbing his face, the other brushing his shoe?</span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">“Hey handsome! Why don't you and I have a little fun? Come on, I'm sure you want to!"</span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">And judging by his reaction... It seemed like a yes.</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2317515" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming15.png.7349e8c9a968a5284d6bebf9253d0a65.png" rel=""><img alt="Welcoming15.thumb.png.9c8cea7252186a8bce4f11f213cc84fc.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2317515" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming15.thumb.png.9c8cea7252186a8bce4f11f213cc84fc.png" /></a>I let the bard do his thing. He started by kissing my feet, slowly at first, then with many short kisses in a row. I giggled a little, not only from the pleasure it gave me, but also because it tickled me... That's how sensitive I was! </span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2317516" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming16.png.d73d6bf5610d69bb055f0068e37c3074.png" rel=""><img alt="Welcoming16.thumb.png.b389b683dd53a95d85311d70e8696848.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2317516" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming16.thumb.png.b389b683dd53a95d85311d70e8696848.png" /></a></span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I couldn't tell him I was so ticklish, or he'd take advantage of it! So I had to find something else.</span></span>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Hey Delacourt, can you use your fingers to give me a nice foot massage? I'd know how to make it worth your while..."</span></span>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Of course, Lucille! Anything for my barefoot queen! Brace yourself, here I come..."</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2317517" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming17.png.9e83a804f3ca84cf1c7850a0a2aed0c7.png" rel=""><img alt="Welcoming17.thumb.png.de4115838670df68f62113c9bd4a8a7f.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2317517" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming17.thumb.png.de4115838670df68f62113c9bd4a8a7f.png" /></a></span></span>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"To tickle you! You owed me a session, remember?"</span></span>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The bastard! Delacourt took me by surprise. Instead of a rub, I got my feet tickled, and he knew just where to scratch! All I could do was burst out laughing... and enjoying his expertise a bit.</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2317518" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming18.png.f002616aa22f442085ad7be9ca3aec3b.png" rel=""><img alt="Welcoming18.thumb.png.8a9f3d481fffa5794bb89aec42878449.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2317518" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming18.thumb.png.8a9f3d481fffa5794bb89aec42878449.png" /></a></span></span>
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								<div>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Ahahaha, all right that's enough! My feet are off-limits from now on!"</span></span>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Come on, Lucille, you're the one teasing people with them! You expect people to massage, kiss or lick your feet, why not add tickle to the list?"</span></span>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Because I don't like it! Please stop!"</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"You little liar! But fine, I give it a rest..."</span></span>
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			<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2317519" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming19.png.1be0202fa86fee65a03f1e61f8f089d9.png" rel=""><img alt="Welcoming19.thumb.png.a843ff72322028a7a000198c4d879da8.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2317519" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming19.thumb.png.a843ff72322028a7a000198c4d879da8.png" /></a><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">When I felt ready to jump back into action, I went to the Jarl of Falkreath's manor, to find work in my strings. At the tavern, I heard about a group of spell-casters operating in the vicinity, which I thought might be worth my while. </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2317520" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming20.png.3f334d377dcf351d3e8ef8cca65f1bf5.png" rel=""><img alt="Welcoming20.thumb.png.291cfe69b9fe12678623af85c744ac8a.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2317520" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming20.thumb.png.291cfe69b9fe12678623af85c744ac8a.png" /></a></span></span>
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		<div>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Yes, what is it that you want?"</span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"My name is Lucille and I'd like to help you against the magic band you're having trouble with, if the rumors are true."</span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"That's correct, but how can a simple farm girl like you do anything to help Falkreath's hold?"</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2317521" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming21.png.04617f4944933946fa4696c73a825100.png" rel=""><img alt="Welcoming21.thumb.png.1bb4033d791c1d2ac1cf7ba2f12f29af.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2317521" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming21.thumb.png.1bb4033d791c1d2ac1cf7ba2f12f29af.png" /></a></span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"My Jarl, behind this rustic attire, I'm an advanced magic user - see for yourself! I could infiltrate their group, get close to their leader and stop them in their tracks! What do you say?"</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Aye, sounds nice. See my stewardess upstairs for more information and your pay. You're dismissed."</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The stewardess was also the court wizard. An Altmer elf, recognizable by her tall stature. She told me all about the group:</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"You'll be facing a small group of spellswords led by an orc, Bashnag. Most of its members are novices in magic, but Bashnag... That's a class of its own. He was a powerful mage specializing in ice spells before turning to necromancy. They're holed up somewhere near the Cyrodiil border, in the mountains to the south. 500 gold if you manage to defeat them or force them out of the region."</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Thanks for the details. Do you have a mage's outfit suitable for the cold?"</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Sure, follow me."</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2317523" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming23.png.5e9141f193c671535a5e628bd0cbbead.png" rel=""><img alt="Welcoming23.thumb.png.10fb022fbce605e4f3f4c1baaf269716.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2317523" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming23.thumb.png.10fb022fbce605e4f3f4c1baaf269716.png" /></a></span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The stewardess led me to a dressing room. Thinking I was alone, I stripped off to try on the outfit. Picturing her shock at my nudity, I reflexively hid my private parts.</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"About the supplies... Oh, sorry! I didn't think you'd be so eager to take off! Nice body though..."</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"I appreciate it, but if you don't mind, I would like to change without having my bottom looked at!"</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2317524" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming24.png.85a1cda9f2ad18b6fd141d886fe1ea31.png" rel=""><img alt="Welcoming24.thumb.png.02388f1e1f742b2db0606404a8ef8dd7.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2317524" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/Welcoming24.thumb.png.02388f1e1f742b2db0606404a8ef8dd7.png" /></a>To apologize, the Altmer elf prepared a couple of days' rations for me, in addition to the fantastic outfit she had provided. I was ready for adventure and had an idea of how to play it. Even if things could go wrong, I might still prevail with all my charm! </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">This is it, the journey has truly begun! I've got some overall ideas about where Lucille will be traveling and what she'll be up to in the next few chapters... Of course, at some point she'll have to run into the Thieves' Guild...  And there's plenty more to come! </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Regarding the chapters' release (they'll be the same length), expect 2-3 weeks until the next one, because I'm posting them first on DeviantArt and then everything here. </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">See you around! </span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:24px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">PROLOGUE 2 </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I found an abandoned fishing camp in Falkreath's hold and figured I could stay there for the night. After a long walking day, what could be better than a refreshing bath in the lake? A light breeze on my wet naked body, no one to stare at me, it was just plain soothing!</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2302389" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/02-Lucillegreetings.png.9864564f4897464ab3a8cc8902c76cf8.png" rel=""><img alt="02-Lucillegreetings.thumb.png.618952afe136b898c5f416160f79e557.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2302389" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/02-Lucillegreetings.thumb.png.618952afe136b898c5f416160f79e557.png" /></a>Oh hi there! I haven't introduced myself, I'm Lucille, a 25-year-old Breton thief. It's been a few weeks since I arrived in this region of Tamriel called Skyrim. I've spent most of my life in High Rock, my home region but I decided to try my luck here. Besides, with the civil war going on between the Imperials and the Stormcloaks, it seemed the ideal place to hone my skills and earn my stripes! </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2302390" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/03-Lucillewalk.png.6a534c883dd0a6c4eaf8b5bda4455e49.png" rel=""><img alt="03-Lucillewalk.thumb.png.deee1c256e0a3d70d9bf2205c92f6e3d.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2302390" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/03-Lucillewalk.thumb.png.deee1c256e0a3d70d9bf2205c92f6e3d.png" /></a></span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Once done bathing, I walked back to the campfire. I loved being naked and felt no shame in exhibitionism. On the contrary, you wouldn't believe how I played it to my own benefit!</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2302391" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/04-Lucilledry.png.bf6bace74102480add2f816be1da05c5.png" rel=""><img alt="04-Lucilledry.thumb.png.87713502acf8c53de3efc23e936e2bd6.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2302391" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/04-Lucilledry.thumb.png.87713502acf8c53de3efc23e936e2bd6.png" /></a>I sat down by the fire to dry off. I looked down at my ragged prison pants, my sole remaining piece of clothing. All my equipment had been confiscated upon my arrest and with my escape, the Whiterun guards had already disposed of it by now. Whatever, I'll get back on my feet.</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2302392" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/05-Lucillemagicfail.png.d28f5dd7271c6b021eb352d8f76212f2.png" rel=""><img alt="05-Lucillemagicfail.thumb.png.99f3dec55901cd503103cbbc6c921178.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2302392" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/05-Lucillemagicfail.thumb.png.99f3dec55901cd503103cbbc6c921178.png" /></a>I got dressed and tried to cast a basic spell. Sadly, no energy emerged from my hand. Hopefully, with a good night's sleep, my wrist nerves will be restored and I'll be able to use my magic again. That, or find a healer, but without coin... Definitely not an option. </span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2302393" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/06-Lucillesleeping.png.16b1c898d2f6d690221450ce319a1daa.png" rel=""><img alt="06-Lucillesleeping.thumb.png.fc17ecc37927ada9cdd4dccc6e244b90.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2302393" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/06-Lucillesleeping.thumb.png.fc17ecc37927ada9cdd4dccc6e244b90.png" /></a>As the night fell, I munched on some fish, drank a bit of water and laid down on the bedroll by the fire. I didn't know what tomorrow held in store for me, but I hoped to reach Falkreath and get something to keep me busy, along with fresh clothes. </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2302394" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/07-Lucilletravel.png.bb1d90f8c553494134d0e38259440772.png" rel=""><img alt="07-Lucilletravel.thumb.png.46f52921a8ce74d3226c2fcb35d14819.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2302394" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/07-Lucilletravel.thumb.png.46f52921a8ce74d3226c2fcb35d14819.png" /></a>Early in the morning, I set off for Falkreath. If I kept the same pace despite the cobbled road and my bare feet, I would reach it safely before dark. The surrounding woods were thick in this area of Skyrim, and it made sense to avoid wandering off into them. I didn't wish to risk stumbling across wild animals or nasty people.</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2302395" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/08-Lucilleambushed.png.cb13fb4e04afd8a3fdf17ee7b0d77fb0.png" rel=""><img alt="08-Lucilleambushed.thumb.png.c1940da69bc9cb746e1f0e0b897ee0cf.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2302395" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/08-Lucilleambushed.thumb.png.c1940da69bc9cb746e1f0e0b897ee0cf.png" /></a></span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Speaking of which, an ambushed highwayman burst out of the bushes and rushed at me with his two daggers. I had a cunning way of getting out of there, so I got down on my knees and started sobbing.</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"<em>Your money or your life!"</em></span></span>
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					<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Please, I'm just a lowly sparrow, I have nothing to offer, please spare me, I beg you!"</span></span></em>
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					<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Let me check, don't move."</span></span></em>
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					<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2302396" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/09-Lucilletrick.png.a837c09448a3a63f71bf9fe6eca8fa2c.png" rel=""><img alt="09-Lucilletrick.thumb.png.51c3b3ac0d3da87ac6f28afaa5e52b8b.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2302396" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/09-Lucilletrick.thumb.png.51c3b3ac0d3da87ac6f28afaa5e52b8b.png" /></a>As the bandit moved within my reach, I dropped the act and threw all my strength into my fist aimed at his crotch. The blow was so quick and sudden that he squealed in pain before losing his balance and his bladed weapons along the way. </span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The highwayman ended up on the ground with his hands on his privates thanks to my vicious blow. You have to do what you have to do to prevail, even if you have to play dirty.</span></span>
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							<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Sorry, did that hurt? Good. You're lucky, usually I would have roasted your genitals but my magic is wearing off today... And since you upset a pretty barefoot woman, you'll have to make up for it, don't you think?"</span></span></em>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">I picked up his dagger and put my feet up to his face.</span></span>
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									<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"You've got a nice blade, wouldn't it be a pity if I slit your throat with it? So you're going to lick my toes and make it good. That's right, don't be shy, they don't smell either!"</span></span></em>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Who said I couldn't have some special care? Besides, it's been a long time since someone worshipped my feet so kindly.</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2302399" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/12-Lucilleleaves.png.2746fa3c32758964721b13401a1b0913.png" rel=""><img alt="12-Lucilleleaves.thumb.png.4a51b10dfd284aa169d49390e53874a7.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2302399" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/12-Lucilleleaves.thumb.png.4a51b10dfd284aa169d49390e53874a7.png" /></a></span></span>
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											<em><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">"Thanks for the treat, but I have to hit the road again! I'll look after your dagger and purse, don't you worry about me! In the meantime, consider thinking of a different vocation, such as becoming a eunuch or something!"</span></span></em>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Yeah, I guess I was a pretty cunning trickster.</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2302400" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/13-Lucillearrived.png.b433f976ca98114cd1e0fc3ea0c83645.png" rel=""><img alt="13-Lucillearrived.thumb.png.f8c2f94db6aa033cc46803b0f0bff972.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2302400" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/13-Lucillearrived.thumb.png.f8c2f94db6aa033cc46803b0f0bff972.png" /></a>I arrived in Falkreath in the afternoon. It looked completely deserted, but the townsfolk were probably working in the fields or in their shops, only the guards were out on patrol duty. Thanks to my earlier encounter, I had about a hundred septims, which I could use to buy new clothes or pay for the inn. My eyes stopped at the inn's signboard "Dead Man's Drink". I couldn't resist the chance to eat a tasty meal with a refreshing drink after all my touring...</span></span>
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			<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">I entered and settled in as if I owned the place. I took out my gold purse and kicked my feet up on the table before ordering:</span></span>
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			<em><span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">"Innkeeper! A daily special with a jug of water! And I'd like to stay a few days too, how much does it cost?"</span></span></em>
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			<em><span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">"The meal is 10 septims and the room is 20 septims per night."</span></span></em>
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			<em><span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">"Fine, keep my purse, that should cover everything."</span></span></em>
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			<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">I noticed the guy behind me staring at my feet, he was the tavern bard who might come in handy...</span></span>
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					<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">After my lunch, I asked the bard for a private song in my room. Obviously, he accepted with a cheerful attitude. I sat down on the bed to watch his performance and put one of my foot right in front of his eyes to boost him up.</span></span>
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					<em><span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">"We drink to our youth, to days come and gone. For the age of aggression is just about done. [...] But this land is ours and we'll see it wiped clean. Of the scourge that has sullied our hopes and our dreams."</span></span></em>
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					<em><span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">"Wow, that was awesome! I have another request if you don't mind..."</span></span></em>
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					<em><span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">"Sure, what is it?"</span></span></em>
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					<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2302403" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/16-Lucilletease.png.d0b50e63f4af7f6fcdfaaeea8ff64e62.png" rel=""><img alt="16-Lucilletease.thumb.png.6c0b82cd928ef94eef729cd59ee5a1c7.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2302403" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/16-Lucilletease.thumb.png.6c0b82cd928ef94eef729cd59ee5a1c7.png" /></a></span></span>
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							<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">I changed my posture, lifting my legs with my hands to bring my soles up in the air.</span></span>
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							<em><span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">"You see, I caught you staring at my bare feet and I thought maybe... you might be interested to rub them for me? What do you say? Make yourself at ease and take off your clothes my dear!"</span></span></em>
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							<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2302404" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/17-Lucillemassage.png.6eff0d4d368e63c9cdcfd7549946b493.png" rel=""><img alt="17-Lucillemassage.thumb.png.72fa78255c9d6adf706c1522a9f631f3.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2302404" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/17-Lucillemassage.thumb.png.72fa78255c9d6adf706c1522a9f631f3.png" /></a></span></span>
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									<em><span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">"Oh gosh, you have a magnificent body! And you are as skilled as you were with your lute! How do you do that with your fingers?"</span></span></em>
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									<em><span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">"It's a matter of practice and lots of repetition! Figuring out where to press is a little secret of mine..."</span></span></em>
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									<em><span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">"I can see that, you've barely tickled me despite being quite sensitive on my feet..."</span></span></em>
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									<em><span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">"Would you like me to do it?"</span></span></em>
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									<em><span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">"No, no, maybe some other time!"</span></span></em>
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									<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2302405" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/18-Lucilleproposal.png.8c40f427b11be0802de63ac673730a6a.png" rel=""><img alt="18-Lucilleproposal.thumb.png.9ca46eec1972013539824fd0662997c0.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2302405" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/18-Lucilleproposal.thumb.png.9ca46eec1972013539824fd0662997c0.png" /></a></span></span>
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											<em><span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">"It was fantastic, thank you! May I express my gratitude in my own way?"</span></span></em>
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											<em><span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">"Please tell me how, pretty one!"</span></span></em>
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											<em><span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">"Since you've done me a favor, leave it to me. You're rather fond of my feet, so they'll be yours while I'm taking good care of you. But in order to do that, we need to get naked."</span></span></em>
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											<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2302406" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/19-Lucilleforeplay.png.e6be3bbd77c3133394495df1df6bb2f0.png" rel=""><img alt="19-Lucilleforeplay.thumb.png.38f49ba56f5e1b8305384a57c3691e4c.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2302406" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/19-Lucilleforeplay.thumb.png.38f49ba56f5e1b8305384a57c3691e4c.png" /></a></span></span>
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													<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">For his efforts, I thought it would be nice to please the bard. So I started by gently stroking his penis with one of my feet. Meanwhile, he grabbed my other foot and kissed it. A win-win situation, if you ask me!</span></span>
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													<em><span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">"You're good with this mouth, keep going! Let me tame that cock of yours!"</span></span></em>
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													<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2302407" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/20-Lucillehandjob.png.8a6a1f210e4169b8e64b66554755d802.png" rel=""><img alt="20-Lucillehandjob.thumb.png.3aba9927034d2373a22ebbe0ba8fcffb.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2302407" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/20-Lucillehandjob.thumb.png.3aba9927034d2373a22ebbe0ba8fcffb.png" /></a></span></span>
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															<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">Once his cock became fully erect, I changed my posture to give him the best handjob of his existence. The bard continued to worship my foot, taking it a step further by nibbling my toes, much to my delight!</span></span>
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															<em><span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">"You like feet, don't you? One in your mouth and the other one rubbing your firm torso? That makes two of us!"</span></span></em>
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															<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2302408" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/21-Lucillefinisher.png.4551adb83262f1910795a65d51567a29.png" rel=""><img alt="21-Lucillefinisher.thumb.png.d92d27a6d9e001f2f1c34774ea582e3f.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2302408" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_03/21-Lucillefinisher.thumb.png.d92d27a6d9e001f2f1c34774ea582e3f.png" /></a></span></span>
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																	<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">I increased the pace. I wondered if he would hold out, especially with my beautiful soles on his face. The bard moaned, down the last stretch before the finish line.</span></span>
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																	<em><span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">"Couldn't handle my tempting feet, huh? That's a good boy!"</span></span></em>
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																			<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">Once the bard came, I moved next to him and commented upon the situation:</span></span>
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																			<em><span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">"My, oh my, it seems someone has stained the bed... I'll tell you something. Since your dick is recovering, why don't you get me some nice clothes to make up for your mess? If you pull it off by the end of the day, you'll be the first to remove them, and we'll do a second round, this time with your thing inside me!"</span></span></em>
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			<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">If you're reading this, I hope you enjoyed the entry!<br />
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			I know, I may have gone a bit overboard with the foot fetish content but that's for testing reasons, obviously! <img alt=":classic_angel:" data-emoticon="" src="https://www.loverslab.com/resources/emoticons/default_angel.gif" title=":classic_angel:" /></span></span>
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			<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">Lucille's journey is just beginning, and she has a long road ahead of her, in Skyrim or elsewhere! With adventures and danger roaming around, people to meet and befriend with... (yeah it's a polite way to say adult content <img alt=":classic_laugh:" data-emoticon="" src="https://www.loverslab.com/resources/emoticons/default_laugh.png" title=":classic_laugh:" />)<br />
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			If you have any comments or questions, feel free to send them in! I understand not getting any feedback (I'm the first not to give any) but your thoughts and ideas can, in a way, integrate themselves in my initial scenario!<br />
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			Cheers!</span></span>
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			<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">After done a story in Fallout 4 (2023) and Cyberpunk 2077 (2024), for the year 2025, I welcome you in the Skyrim universe! I advise you to take a look at my previous works to know what to expect here. In short, adventures with action and perils and sometimes some sex. In the fetishes area, feet and bdsm mostly. </span></span>
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			<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">Now for my Skyrim's journey, you'll be following Lucille, my MC, a 25 years old Breton thief girl who just arrived in Skyrim. I have some ideas regarding her past, her quest and also where adventures should take place! Meet her below!</span></span>
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			<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">I use this first prologue part to test SAM (Screen Archery Mod), focusing on the predicaments Lucille has found herself in and will no doubt find herself again! Please drop your thoughts and feedbac</span></span><span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">k!</span></span> 
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	<span style="font-size:24px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">PROLOGUE 1</span></span>
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			<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;">Well, I guess it didn't work out. I was caught and thrown straight away into Whiterun's prison. Someone must have ratted me out, but no big deal, this was just a setback. Once the guards put me back in a cell, I'll find a way to break out. Unless they keep me hanging here all day long...</span></span>
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			<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2289323" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_02/02-Lucillethoughts.png.8c0d85f6e6e0fa32e6b00587104b39aa.png" rel=""><img alt="02-Lucillethoughts.thumb.png.2881ad5330da3a32f7bb8ba8a5c41e7e.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2289323" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_02/02-Lucillethoughts.thumb.png.2881ad5330da3a32f7bb8ba8a5c41e7e.png" /></a>After half a day spent chained up in mid-air, the guards locked me in a cell. I was going to be stuck around here for a while... Theft, burglary, assault, and those were just my latest feats in Skyrim. Since I had some time on my hands, I thought of some perilous incidents that have happened to me...</span></span>
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			<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2289324" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_02/03-Lucilleinpillory.png.0af6905eaefb9be93266a94aa10e647d.png" rel=""><img alt="03-Lucilleinpillory.thumb.png.03dd7972a716106ce6df6b1321b038ac.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2289324" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_02/03-Lucilleinpillory.thumb.png.03dd7972a716106ce6df6b1321b038ac.png" /></a>I remember this incident on my native island, when I was caught red-handed stealing from the local general store. Given that it was my first serious misdeed, as punishment, the guards decided to seize both my coins and shoes and lock me in a pillory. Twelve hours trapped in such a posture for everyone else to witness. Maybe it was more than that, given my repeated insults to passing townsfolk...</span></span>
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			<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2289325" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_02/04-Lucillecaged.png.def9293a58217a849ccb288780d31ffe.png" rel=""><img alt="04-Lucillecaged.thumb.png.4f1b09d5db8711d593676906790af5ea.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2289325" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_02/04-Lucillecaged.thumb.png.4f1b09d5db8711d593676906790af5ea.png" /></a>At dusk, the guards took me off the pillory and threw me into a cage at the back of the fort. I was cramped, with aching arms and still barefoot, but I could admire the sunset and smile at it. And hope the night won't be chilly...</span></span>
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			<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2289327" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_02/05-Lucillewalkofshame.png.f6efba1897c1028805eec27f7c23c925.png" rel=""><img alt="05-Lucillewalkofshame.thumb.png.422522b0e3196d3c5fcd82e723981e7b.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2289327" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_02/05-Lucillewalkofshame.thumb.png.422522b0e3196d3c5fcd82e723981e7b.png" /></a>I got caught another time and received a different kind of punishment. On a rainy day, I was forced to walk around the island's cobbled roads with my arms tied to a wooden pole, and in my bare feet to make it even worse. A mounted guard kept an eye on me, laughing at my stumbles on the wet stones.</span></span>
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			<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2289328" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_02/06-Lucilleboundandgagged.png.90681ad9f3d312653077339321449149.png" rel=""><img alt="06-Lucilleboundandgagged.thumb.png.f89819b981a2b24a1aca36ceb0a2de81.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2289328" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_02/06-Lucilleboundandgagged.thumb.png.f89819b981a2b24a1aca36ceb0a2de81.png" /></a>My forced walk ended in a prison cell where the guards removed my top to expose my breasts. The pole I'd carried all along served another purpose, this time firmly buried in straw. I was tied to it and then gagged. Through the rain and the small dirt paths, I found myself quite filthy, with aching feet. I had to endure this indignity for a little longer...</span></span>
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			<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2289329" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_02/07-Lucillebetrayed.png.de6ecc65f6654dae50c85a16354560b6.png" rel=""><img alt="07-Lucillebetrayed.thumb.png.b3beb3e4b299f4d35508977ff512cc00.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2289329" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_02/07-Lucillebetrayed.thumb.png.b3beb3e4b299f4d35508977ff512cc00.png" /></a>When the robberies went smoothly, my own partner betrayed me. I was tied up in my sleep and then forced onto my knees, completely naked. I remember the little laugh with the saucy line: “Nothing personal, sweetheart." I'd been played and humiliated, I felt so angry... I used a lot of bad words back at him. </span></span>
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			<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2289330" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_02/08-Lucillehogtied.png.cf2ab991f4e7c98c284817f2785782a8.png" rel=""><img alt="08-Lucillehogtied.thumb.png.b9dd050349587fed5e13366de99c885c.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2289330" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_02/08-Lucillehogtied.thumb.png.b9dd050349587fed5e13366de99c885c.png" /></a>He got tired of my cursing and decided to gag me with a cloth. Then he looted our last score from the chest before tying my hands and feet together. As a final humbling gesture, he placed me on top of the empty chest in a hogtied position where I was helpless to do anything but watch him walk off into the night... </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2289331" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_02/09-Lucilleopportunity.png.6d719037c73dba2501d595f9e3ef62fc.png" rel=""><img alt="09-Lucilleopportunity.thumb.png.ed3035c14a11110e3c23ae1faf8593e1.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2289331" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_02/09-Lucilleopportunity.thumb.png.ed3035c14a11110e3c23ae1faf8593e1.png" /></a></span><span style="font-size:18px;">Back at the prison, I waited until the middle of the night to try to break out of the cell. Steel bars protected an underground network beneath Whiterun. I cast a spell to bend one of the bars and squeeze inside. Unfortunately, I was heard and then seen by one of the female guards making her rounds. </span></span>
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			<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2289332" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_02/10-Lucillecrossed.png.7e7383227ec541261d2aca23f786f753.png" rel=""><img alt="10-Lucillecrossed.thumb.png.8aa9fe13641f6df305482a7b822ca03c.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2289332" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_02/10-Lucillecrossed.thumb.png.8aa9fe13641f6df305482a7b822ca03c.png" /></a>Well, I guess you could say the plan backfired. For attempted escape and unauthorized use of magic added to my list of crimes, I was tied to a cross in the middle of the prison cells corridor. Furthermore, this allowed the guards to request the local torturer's services, discreetly under the dungeon's gullets. My predicament looked pretty serious... </span></span>
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			<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2289333" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_02/11-Lucilleescorted.png.5ce08e9f95fb271bd00849e20709b04b.png" rel=""><img alt="11-Lucilleescorted.thumb.png.238e3d0dadca5e1e6e6ab4551e119e7b.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2289333" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_02/11-Lucilleescorted.thumb.png.238e3d0dadca5e1e6e6ab4551e119e7b.png" /></a>A few hours later, the guard took me into the dungeons. She stood at my back, pushing me if I dragged my feet. I was about to fall into the torturer's hands, so he could use whatever he wanted to make me talk.</span></span>
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			<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2289334" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_02/12-Lucilleinthedevice.png.1578e100b7622806d025e38251e8e1af.png" rel=""><img alt="12-Lucilleinthedevice.thumb.png.b500f878804b3146aa627c4c69e254e9.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2289334" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_02/12-Lucilleinthedevice.thumb.png.b500f878804b3146aa627c4c69e254e9.png" /></a>The female warden shackled me to the wall, my hands squeezed by the device. She told me this was where we parted ways, that the torturer would be taking over in a few minutes. For my sake, I should have ratted on someone, anyone. Instead, I just told the guard to fuck off. Not the brightest idea in such a dire predicament... </span></span>
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			<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2289335" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_02/13-Lucillebrokefree.png.b4c0f27189386ff719ba6f8951a27c8a.png" rel=""><img alt="13-Lucillebrokefree.thumb.png.e683a6166c88f914129de77ffceff7ad.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2289335" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_02/13-Lucillebrokefree.thumb.png.e683a6166c88f914129de77ffceff7ad.png" /></a>I managed to break free from the machine, twisting my wrist nerves in the process. I wasn't going to be able to use magic for a little while, but I preferred that to rotting here as a torturer's subject. I had to hurry, I didn't have much time to get away from the dungeon.</span></span>
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			<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2289336" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_02/14-Lucilleescape.png.0310342390b9b4b069e9d6635abbb96a.png" rel=""><img alt="14-Lucilleescape.thumb.png.d301f281c309c7e124471b6175b5ae3d.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2289336" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_02/14-Lucilleescape.thumb.png.d301f281c309c7e124471b6175b5ae3d.png" /></a>Above the chamber in which I was restrained, a hole led to an exit, probably the sewers by the smell of them. I wasn't going to be picky about it, especially if I could get the hell out of Whiterun!</span></span>
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			<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2289337" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_02/15-Lucilleout.png.729a415e3b7ecbd1c2c0964e8d58c967.png" rel=""><img alt="15-Lucilleout.thumb.png.f055efe1101b394cf1f8d5a1a163da4d.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2289337" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_02/15-Lucilleout.thumb.png.f055efe1101b394cf1f8d5a1a163da4d.png" /></a>I followed the stream to the exit and found myself outside Whiterun's walls, in a shallow canal leading to a river. I was happy to see the sky again, to breathe the fresh morning air. Even though I remained in rags and barefoot, I didn't mind - I felt as light as a swallow! </span></span>
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			<span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2289338" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_02/16-Lucillejourney.png.5db0a905b28c1647facc283102772a7b.png" rel=""><img alt="16-Lucillejourney.thumb.png.3c53e753c85548b2a82f1fe20bee3d76.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2289338" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2025_02/16-Lucillejourney.thumb.png.3c53e753c85548b2a82f1fe20bee3d76.png" /></a>The sun covered me with its soothing radiance as I walked towards the West to leave Whiterun hold. I knew I needed to lay low or gather enough gold to pay the bounty on my head here. For that reason, it was best to set off and start the journey all over again. Have you ever heard the saying: quick on your feet, hard to defeat? Judging by my outfit, I certainly proved it! </span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Reunion01.png.1660a1fdce0d90f39a38a9eb14c45502.png" data-fileid="2235492" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2235492" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Reunion01.thumb.png.482b488211d2d75508caf1b12a4359fb.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Reunion01.thumb.png.482b488211d2d75508caf1b12a4359fb.png" /></a>One year later. Night City had not changed, the criminals were trying to make their mark while the corpos reigned unchallenged. The debacle with Arasaka had damaged them, but they maintained their leadership in the corporate world. And yet, the city retained its nocturnal charm, with neon lights luring crowds of people to try their luck here.</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">But guess who was back? Yours truly, Eleanor!</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">With longer hair but the same charm to seduce anyone. Look, I deliberately posed for your eyes only. Take your pick: my head, my breasts, my feet and soles...</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">Now that you're done, let me tell you that I was able to come back because Victoria, my corpos alias, was found dead. A story that put an end to the hunt led by Arasaka where she became a legend in Night City for her actions. And thanks to that, I could see some familiar faces again...</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Reunion03.png.fc5284eeb1ed1dcfd504ae2b85ccbd09.png" data-fileid="2235496" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2235496" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Reunion03.thumb.png.066d8fa02af2d5a67403b60e1c5f3283.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Reunion03.thumb.png.066d8fa02af2d5a67403b60e1c5f3283.png" /></a>I met with my former partner Goro for an outdoor lunch in Japantown. It's partly thanks to him that Arasaka got off my back. After we dealt with Susan Abernathy, he continued his quest against the conspiracy and ultimately cleared his name. Takemura no longer had any reason to stick around Night City, which he utterly despised, and talked about moving back to his homeland.</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Reunion04.png.6337f6b6710e217a369c94e04dd467ff.png" data-fileid="2235498" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2235498" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Reunion04.thumb.png.2552199b0e94432b9351dff6ddb1b1df.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Reunion04.thumb.png.2552199b0e94432b9351dff6ddb1b1df.png" /></a>Of course, I also met up with Victor. Fixing me up, becoming a boxing champion and meeting Judy were all his doing. We had a training session on Kabuki's rooftops, for old times' sake. He told me about his trip to Europe, how much he enjoyed visiting new places and discovering new cultures, but he also missed Night City, and came back to his ripperdoc job. </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Reunion05.png.2ad278999366dc809e0d84ff3ef4947f.png" data-fileid="2235499" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2235499" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Reunion05.thumb.png.2336d4f3f819bc7ad59c3d75f0458f91.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Reunion05.thumb.png.2336d4f3f819bc7ad59c3d75f0458f91.png" /></a>I obviously spent an afternoon with Panam. She showed me some rare corners of the Night City desert and her nomad camp, the Aldecaldos. We also settled on who had the largest breasts. As you can see, we weren't playing in the same league, but I was pretty proud of my smaller boobs. </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Reunion06.png.77a8cfa1f22f811ca42ea2fa542cbcd4.png" data-fileid="2235501" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2235501" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Reunion06.thumb.png.8d9b86aa53949b16fe3ff3057e3e41ed.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Reunion06.thumb.png.8d9b86aa53949b16fe3ff3057e3e41ed.png" /></a>And the best for last, I paid a visit to my sweetheart Judy. She was in a virtual session and how surprised she turned out to see me after all that time! Judy jumped at me for a hug, I caught her and kissed her softly. It felt exactly like I expected our reunion to be, a moment of pure bliss. </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Reunion07.png.3dc7408040a47bf30223769ca0eba186.png" data-fileid="2235503" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2235503" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Reunion07.thumb.png.b1f3b341ae463dd52207d81b921b7246.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Reunion07.thumb.png.b1f3b341ae463dd52207d81b921b7246.png" /></a>We had a girls' night out to celebrate my return to Night City. Panam and Judy got all dolled up for the occasion, and it was also a good opportunity for them to get to know each other! </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Reunion08.png.4eee188a72a605a1294e6532757584d2.png" data-fileid="2235504" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2235504" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Reunion08.thumb.png.f3110f6bdef889f059e75c429b90d0c9.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Reunion08.thumb.png.f3110f6bdef889f059e75c429b90d0c9.png" /></a>I didn't remember where we went or what we did, but I did recall that we checked into a hotel room downtown and I was carrying an inebriated Judy on my back. I didn't know how I was still holding on to my feet... Panam, on the other hand, could have carried on drinking until dawn. </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Reunion09.png.ed57019b574c6cf0747bfe4e8147c20a.png" data-fileid="2235507" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2235507" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Reunion09.thumb.png.35e25e735ed42eaed7f24395a2be5b27.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Reunion09.thumb.png.35e25e735ed42eaed7f24395a2be5b27.png" /></a>Our dresses came off and we fell asleep on the bed. Sleeping in the nude felt so good, especially when you're too drunk to care about modesty. </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Reunion10.png.d199a945a0f15bfc66dbedc331152fef.png" data-fileid="2235509" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2235509" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Reunion10.thumb.png.3f523da5d5de4fb93f9ebb27c97b1bc8.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Reunion10.thumb.png.3f523da5d5de4fb93f9ebb27c97b1bc8.png" /></a>When I woke up, I had the surprise of being hogtied. Hands and feet tied with red ropes and mocking chuckles behind me. I guess Panam &amp; Judy wanted to play a prank on me. They could have gone further, like tickling me for instance, but they just left me to break free on my own. </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Reunion11.png.3d5636f9e6abf6a475101b7fa92cdce5.png" data-fileid="2235510" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2235510" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Reunion11.thumb.png.25e8b8d18363af0283745ded006aff13.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Reunion11.thumb.png.25e8b8d18363af0283745ded006aff13.png" /></a>My life in Night City came to an end. Now I had the chance to live it wherever I wanted and especially with the person closest to my heart, Judy. Far from a decaying metropolis run by a group of corporations, I... no, we were starting this fresh chapter with a trip around the world, to discover new horizons. And I couldn't be more thrilled to take this leap into the unknown! </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Reunion12.png.2c9ac2a81c2ac96cd52a1b5d4c18724c.png" data-fileid="2235511" data-fileext="png" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2235511" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" alt="Reunion12.thumb.png.0950f8c68c1ada0f3fa013196cd1eaa8.png" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Reunion12.thumb.png.0950f8c68c1ada0f3fa013196cd1eaa8.png" /></a>I'm Eleanor and I thank you for your interest! Either to watch my life, my struggles, my body parts, my sexual relations and of course my happiness. If you ever get the occasion, you should drop by Night City! Spend some days there and go elsewhere, you definitely won't be disappointed with the experience. Now it's time for me to hit the road, peace out folks! </span></span>
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					<span style="font-size:16px;">If you're reading this, congratulations! </span>
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					<span style="font-size:16px;">Cyberpunk 2077 was a nice game to play, a bit harder to make screenshots with because of its differents tools but I'm pretty happy about the story I was able to create! Shoutout to all modders doing god's work on CP 2077, you should check out their work!</span>
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					<span style="font-size:16px;">For the few people keeping track of my stuff here, a quick update on things to come: the next and last big game I plan to make with a plot will be... Skyrim!</span>
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					<span style="font-size:16px;">I've got a few ideas in mind, but it's still pretty vague and I need to test my Skyrim and its 1000 mods! It would be a story about a young Breton thief with magical powers. Involving some adventures, cool places to explore, peril and capture... Best see my work on Fallout 4 to get an idea on what to expect for my Skyrim... And since the main tool I used to take screenshots on Fallout 4 is also available for Skyrim... I could do a lot of similar things and even better! </span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226710" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape01.png.7c1fe845134e2573604b356e4bff8430.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape01.thumb.png.68887f73923dd75661424075b323e76d.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226710" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape01.thumb.png.68887f73923dd75661424075b323e76d.png" /></a>I gradually returned to myself after a while. I could smell the Night City morning dew, the cold ground under my bare feet and the metal handcuffs behind my back. I guess I could sum it up this way: I was in big trouble. </span></span>
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			<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"At last, she's back with us! Didn't recognize you at first... Victoria. You look quite different. Still a little miffed about our last encounter?"</span></span>
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			<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Yeah, I should have agreed to take you out straight away, so I wouldn't have to face all these hassles."</span></span>
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			<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Perhaps, but unfortunately you failed thanks to my two personal bodyguards. One spotted you entering my room while the other knocked you out. Now I must leave, any last wishes?"</span></span>
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			<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Go to hell and I sincerely hope you meet your maker!" </span></span>
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					<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">Susan Abernathy ordered one of her private security men to handle my case. He grabbed my body and walked me to the pool. I could still hear that bitch on the phone:</span></span>
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					<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">“It's me. Send an AV to the Estate, I might be in jeopardy. And dispatch a cleaning crew here as well.”</span></span>
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					<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226713" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape04.png.e342ff4f3cd4504b6b02700256d75b96.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape04.thumb.png.b7e9761b33db7fd1d82af1a3f93f0a3b.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226713" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape04.thumb.png.b7e9761b33db7fd1d82af1a3f93f0a3b.png" /></a>Just as I thought I might die from drowning and be dumped somewhere else, someone came to my rescue. Goro, I had forgotten about him. He must have realized something was wrong and decided to show up on his own. The bodyguard took a few bullets and threw me off luckily, on the ground.</span></span>
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					<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226714" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape05.png.8767908b5871d8ad7ad9ee4b2a074efa.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape05.thumb.png.8e78bc797c6cc60aa022023666d00940.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226714" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape05.thumb.png.8e78bc797c6cc60aa022023666d00940.png" /></a></span></span>
				</p>

				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Victoria, what happened? Where's Abernathy?"</span></span>
				</p>

				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Untie me and I'll bring an end to this mess! She's up on the roof, waiting for an AV, we can't let her get away now!"</span></span>
				</p>

				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"I'll cut the chain off your handcuffs, it's the best I can do."</span></span>
				</p>

				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Just give me a gun and let's move!"</span></span>
				</p>

				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"I'm out of ammo."</span></span>
				</p>

				<p style="text-align:center;">
					 
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					 
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					 
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226715" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape06.png.84e6fe4f1d190ab4cfd64d2df0a48fa3.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape06.thumb.png.611251c1a88e46e5a7d0b79117c8b3c8.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226715" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape06.thumb.png.611251c1a88e46e5a7d0b79117c8b3c8.png" /></a></span></span>
				</p>

				<div>
					<div>
						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">Before heading inside the manor, Goro collapsed near a pillar. I hadn't noticed, but he received multiple wounds on his arms and abdomen.</span></span>
						</p>

						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Sorry, Vic... But I can't push it anymore... Go ahead. Take my knife. Deal with her."</span></span>
						</p>

						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"I will. Don't you dare fall asleep now you hear!"</span></span>
						</p>

						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"It's fine. I'll be waiting at the front gate."</span></span>
						</p>

						<p style="text-align:center;">
							 
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							 
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							 
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226716" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape07.png.2473c422bc86f2dd1a448d340b6bc253.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape07.thumb.png.4a8c238fd8dbaaf90928c3b6eedcadaa.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226716" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape07.thumb.png.4a8c238fd8dbaaf90928c3b6eedcadaa.png" /></a></span></span>
						</p>

						<div>
							<div>
								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">The door led into the manor hall, where the injured bodyguard awaited me with a sharp blade in his hand.</span></span>
								</p>

								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Bring it on you little pest, you won't get past me!"</span></span>
								</p>

								<p style="text-align:center;">
									 
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									 
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									 
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226717" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape08.png.a3b66a4ece9325d6bd78f24e14e0458b.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape08.thumb.png.2d15bfebc08cd75678ebda8db3afbdc1.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226717" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape08.thumb.png.2d15bfebc08cd75678ebda8db3afbdc1.png" /></a></span></span>
								</p>

								<div>
									<div>
										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">I dashed at him and blocked his attack. Despite being physically stronger, he was still wounded and I was far too quick. I landed an elbow straight on his face.</span></span>
										</p>

										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"I've taken down tougher guys than you! You're the one who won't get over me!"</span></span>
										</p>

										<p style="text-align:center;">
											 
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											 
										</p>

										<p style="text-align:center;">
											 
										</p>

										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226718" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape09.png.38e77a29d190579814570857e2acbbc8.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape09.thumb.png.08bc9234afcc96959c2bcdf87fe3bfcb.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226718" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape09.thumb.png.08bc9234afcc96959c2bcdf87fe3bfcb.png" /></a></span></span>
										</p>

										<div>
											<div>
												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">I made him fall down to the ground. Even stripped of my clothes and barefoot, I could kick some serious ass.</span></span>
												</p>

												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Trash, all of you. Just fucking die!"</span></span>
												</p>

												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">I'd slit his throat before heading for the roof to stop Susan Abernathy from leaving.</span></span>
												</p>

												<p style="text-align:center;">
													 
												</p>

												<p style="text-align:center;">
													 
												</p>

												<p style="text-align:center;">
													 
												</p>

												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226719" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape10.png.2b77367026e70254bbfa045e656456b1.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape10.thumb.png.19537d91955847653dd790f5efcefa7a.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226719" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape10.thumb.png.19537d91955847653dd790f5efcefa7a.png" /></a>The AV landed on the roof. I refused to let it leave with Abernathy on board. I had to get rid of the last guard and make it fast before going for her. </span></span>
												</p>

												<p style="text-align:center;">
													 
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													 
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													 
												</p>

												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226720" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape11.png.962d3f2014950c89b7edaa765f4a450e.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape11.thumb.png.4e182fdbdb2854e2e3f1d5e3cf82bb9a.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226720" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape11.thumb.png.4e182fdbdb2854e2e3f1d5e3cf82bb9a.png" /></a>I used the deckchair to push myself into the air. Susan freaked out when she saw me, screaming at her bodyguard who shifted into a fighting stance, far too late. </span></span>
												</p>

												<p style="text-align:center;">
													 
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													 
												</p>

												<p style="text-align:center;">
													 
												</p>

												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226721" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape12.png.3501ddbb2c1db8e36ceddf9a8f5db1bf.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape12.thumb.png.1ae1b1999a30a9279def069f5d0b17a5.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226721" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape12.thumb.png.1ae1b1999a30a9279def069f5d0b17a5.png" /></a></span></span>
												</p>

												<div>
													<div>
														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">I fell on him, knife first, in his chest. Even a big guy like him couldn't stop me. That showed my willpower to end it all.</span></span>
														</p>

														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Keep the blade, pal!"</span></span>
														</p>

														<p style="text-align:center;">
															 
														</p>

														<p style="text-align:center;">
															 
														</p>

														<p style="text-align:center;">
															 
														</p>

														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226722" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape13.png.ab980424cd028cfc99c412903d595bf4.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape13.thumb.png.77e10cfc9b46b49dbb530f799ab676b0.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226722" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape13.thumb.png.77e10cfc9b46b49dbb530f799ab676b0.png" /></a>Susan Abernathy had ran off to the opposite side of the roof in search of a gun. Unfortunately, I caught up with her and kicked her in the chest, throwing her off balance. </span></span>
														</p>

														<p style="text-align:center;">
															 
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														<p style="text-align:center;">
															 
														</p>

														<p style="text-align:center;">
															 
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														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226723" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape14.png.80ca77d36857cbd580396f3143291412.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape14.thumb.png.0d0b0222ce65f9ebf3592d4cded86700.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226723" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape14.thumb.png.0d0b0222ce65f9ebf3592d4cded86700.png" /></a></span></span>
														</p>

														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">I picked up the pistol and pointed it at my former boss. I even put my bare foot on her, to show that I had prevailed.</span></span>
														</p>

														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"It's over Susan, no way out for you!"</span></span>
														</p>

														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Wait, Victoria! If you shoot me, Arasaka will be after you. You'll spend the rest of your life looking over your shoulder."</span></span>
														</p>

														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"I'll take my chances."</span></span>
														</p>

														<p style="text-align:center;">
															 
														</p>

														<p style="text-align:center;">
															 
														</p>

														<p style="text-align:center;">
															 
														</p>

														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226724" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape15.png.3cdd0363bce883415fc14761ca076e43.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape15.thumb.png.bdda381a280dbc15a685b89bee74ed92.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226724" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape15.thumb.png.bdda381a280dbc15a685b89bee74ed92.png" /></a>I executed Susan Abernathy with a single gunshot right through her skull. It didn't make me feel any better, it had to be done. For Arthur, for Goro and finally for me. I was the lady of justice and I had just rendered my verdict. </span></span>
														</p>

														<p style="text-align:center;">
															 
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														<p style="text-align:center;">
															 
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														<p style="text-align:center;">
															 
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														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226725" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape16.png.190746e334eda5cc526d4aee11642c86.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape16.thumb.png.3ed45f29303dfb6fa9d117f42ca48e18.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226725" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape16.thumb.png.3ed45f29303dfb6fa9d117f42ca48e18.png" /></a></span></span>
														</p>

														<div>
															<div>
																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">Once the job completed, I followed the corpses left by Takemura to the main entrance. He was waiting for me, still injured.</span></span>
																</p>

																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"She's dead, we got her!"</span></span>
																</p>

																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Good, but we need to hurry... We must leave Night City at once. Take your bike and get out of here, Victoria."</span></span>
																</p>

																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Thanks for the rescue Goro, I owe you big time!"</span></span>
																</p>

																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	 
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																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	 
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																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	 
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																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226726" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape17.png.95f5146fdc775a7ffa1f017cc065f9d0.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape17.thumb.png.7d91705bb220e8facaa8f311bbaee4ca.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226726" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape17.thumb.png.7d91705bb220e8facaa8f311bbaee4ca.png" /></a></span></span>
																</p>

																<div>
																	<div>
																		<p style="text-align:center;">
																			<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">I set course for the desert, back to Panam. Susan Abernathy made a good point: with Arasaka on my tail, I'd be dead before nightfall. And the nomad chick was the only person who could prevent that from happening.</span></span>
																		</p>

																		<p style="text-align:center;">
																			<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Well, well, somebody had a lot of fun tonight! Meeting me in your underwear, you must have gone through some trouble, you don't even have any shoes!"</span></span>
																		</p>

																		<p style="text-align:center;">
																			<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Hey hey, eyes off my feet, eyes on my face! Did you pick up my stuff at the motel?"</span></span>
																		</p>

																		<p style="text-align:center;">
																			<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Yeah, it's in the trunk."</span></span>
																		</p>

																		<p style="text-align:center;">
																			 
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																		<p style="text-align:center;">
																			 
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																		<p style="text-align:center;">
																			 
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																		<p style="text-align:center;">
																			<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226727" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape18.png.581784b193a5e957f30e308f50ef0743.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape18.thumb.png.d7989216b062bc8da83317152708aa28.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226727" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape18.thumb.png.d7989216b062bc8da83317152708aa28.png" /></a></span></span>
																		</p>

																		<div>
																			<div>
																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																					<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">I changed clothes at the back of the car.</span></span>
																				</p>

																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																					<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"So Eleanor, can you tell me what happened?"</span></span>
																				</p>

																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																					<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"You know, the usual: some Arasaka guys you take out, others grab you, you deal with them afterwards, and then you're off again, almost naked."</span></span>
																				</p>

																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																					<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Oh, so it's just an ordinary night for someone like you!"</span></span>
																				</p>

																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																					 
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																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																					 
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																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																					 
																				</p>

																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																					<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226728" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape19.png.5cb9315ed3cd87658626b083929c730a.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape19.thumb.png.fdb719bbaa2ebb211f71356fea87d4f0.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226728" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape19.thumb.png.fdb719bbaa2ebb211f71356fea87d4f0.png" /></a>"Okay, here's the plan: Take the car and head south, near the border. There's a dry river, follow it until you see the warning sign. In your backpack with your belongings, I've added the scrambler. Activate it and you'll have fifteen minutes to jump across the border undetected, while avoiding the machines on patrol. Once on the other side, you should be safe." </span></span>
																				</p>

																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																					 
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																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																					 
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																					<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226729" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape20.png.2b3d34ce61f7a78b26edd3af1366b974.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape20.thumb.png.9ae0af237dd994167c61bb59c0c74928.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226729" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape20.thumb.png.9ae0af237dd994167c61bb59c0c74928.png" /></a></span></span>
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																				<div>
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																						<p style="text-align:center;">
																							<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"And I think that's all! I guess this is goodbye Eleanor."</span></span>
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																						<p style="text-align:center;">
																							<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Thanks for everything Panam, we're even now! And who knows, if I ever come back to Night City, maybe we'll have a night to remember!"</span></span>
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																						<p style="text-align:center;">
																							<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Anytime, girl! Good luck!"</span></span>
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																						<p style="text-align:center;">
																							 
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																						<p style="text-align:center;">
																							 
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																						<p style="text-align:center;">
																							 
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																						<p style="text-align:center;">
																							<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226730" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape21.png.4b56f1365865e0a7637bc831f4329473.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape21.thumb.png.44b0a960eef09fc00b0b7eec464af141.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226730" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape21.thumb.png.44b0a960eef09fc00b0b7eec464af141.png" /></a>Before leaving, I had one last stop to make, not so far from the border either. I hit the gas towards Judy's cabin. I wanted to spend one final moment with her, to explain the mess I'd gotten myself into. I had to get away from her temporarily, to keep Judy safe. But once clear of Arasaka's radars, I'd come back and we'd start a new life together. </span></span>
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																							<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226731" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape22.png.94a1f756196a4dfa65fb89e14c828ad9.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape22.thumb.png.24a411e2e3a48cc1d2b8eca403cc3f3e.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226731" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape22.thumb.png.24a411e2e3a48cc1d2b8eca403cc3f3e.png" /></a></span></span>
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																						<div>
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																								<p style="text-align:center;">
																									<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">Back from diving into the lake, Judy was lying on her stomach. I hugged her from behind.</span></span>
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																								<p style="text-align:center;">
																									<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Surprise! How's my darling hacker?"</span></span>
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																								<p style="text-align:center;">
																									<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"El'! I'm better now that you're here! Did you succeed?"</span></span>
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																								<p style="text-align:center;">
																									<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Yeah... About that, we need to talk."</span></span>
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																									<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226732" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape23.png.74d692bbc6787902edf6f4e5223d2998.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape23.thumb.png.5ceb409285d81e5e14c48f53fa36891e.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226732" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape23.thumb.png.5ceb409285d81e5e14c48f53fa36891e.png" /></a></span></span>
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																								<div>
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																										<p style="text-align:center;">
																											<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">We sat on her sofa, inside the cabin. I took Judy's leg and rubbed it, struggling to find my words.</span></span>
																										</p>

																										<p style="text-align:center;">
																											<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Listen... I killed the bitch who left me to die a few months ago. But I've been spotted and Arasaka is likely to come after me..."</span></span>
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																										<p style="text-align:center;">
																											<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"So you're afraid I might be targeted too if we keep seeing each other?"</span></span>
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																										<p style="text-align:center;">
																											<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Exactly... That's why I'm leaving Night City right after."</span></span>
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																										<p style="text-align:center;">
																											<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Oh... And do you think you'll ever come back?"</span></span>
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																											<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226733" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape24.png.814c6137c4b312af60569186fbcb1e13.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape24.thumb.png.7c608f7ab9a97f3bb87a52904f44ac9f.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226733" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape24.thumb.png.7c608f7ab9a97f3bb87a52904f44ac9f.png" /></a></span></span>
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																										<div>
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																												<p style="text-align:center;">
																													<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">We leaned closer, our foreheads against each other.</span></span>
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																												<p style="text-align:center;">
																													<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"I promise to come back for you Judy. Whether it's in three months or three years. Once I'm sure that I'm safe, we can make our life together, wherever you want to go."</span></span>
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																												<p style="text-align:center;">
																													<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">She didn't answer. I took her silence as a positive commitment.</span></span>
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																													<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226734" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape25.png.171272eb4735d18a4c5886587021a73f.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape25.thumb.png.ebbc5bc70475e949e244e64ffb459e80.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226734" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape25.thumb.png.ebbc5bc70475e949e244e64ffb459e80.png" /></a></span></span>
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																														<p style="text-align:center;">
																															<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">I followed Judy by the hand to her bedroom.</span></span>
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																														<p style="text-align:center;">
																															<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Well, since we won't be able to do this for a while, let's have sex shall we?"</span></span>
																														</p>

																														<p style="text-align:center;">
																															<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"I'm in a hurry, but I'll gladly make an exception for you!"</span></span>
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																															<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226735" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape26.png.a98810e8bdd0645498dc772e6cd4ba6b.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape26.thumb.png.770fb4786a1827030586e839e1042720.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226735" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape26.thumb.png.770fb4786a1827030586e839e1042720.png" /></a></span></span>
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																														<div>
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																																<p style="text-align:center;">
																																	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"You're so beautiful Judy... I'm really going to miss these moments with you."</span></span>
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																																<p style="text-align:center;">
																																	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Aw El', it's not the time to get emotional. Let me create a new memory for you to cherish until we meet again."</span></span>
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																																	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226736" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape27.png.9696d6fc6e38b731e4c21bee0003b1b0.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape27.thumb.png.6a87f24da6db1d396c245276c99f3d97.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226736" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape27.thumb.png.6a87f24da6db1d396c245276c99f3d97.png" /></a></span></span>
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																																<div>
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																																		<p style="text-align:center;">
																																			<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">I shut up and closed my eyes. I massaged my breasts to intensify my sexual arousal and let Judy's hands guide me: she lifted my legs onto her shoulders, allowing her to do as she pleased with my vagina.</span></span>
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																																		<p style="text-align:center;">
																																			<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"You'll remember my tongue each time you climax, I promise!"</span></span>
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																																			<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226737" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape28.png.10c1f4b031ab5656c735876474710970.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape28.thumb.png.38ce0505fb29db7e75200dc36e3d2eaf.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226737" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape28.thumb.png.38ce0505fb29db7e75200dc36e3d2eaf.png" /></a></span></span>
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																																		<div>
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																																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																																					<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">Positions were switched. I wanted to give the same gift back to Judy, an incredible souvenir for her to treasure.</span></span>
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																																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																																					<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Your tongue is good, but my fingers are no match."</span></span>
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																																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																																					<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">She enjoyed my touch, nibbling my fingers as she silently orgasmed.</span></span>
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																																					<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226738" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape29.png.e654a1a55e566abbb3e23ea6cf69f334.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape29.thumb.png.da70e5c427250958cf04b7bfd878ee65.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226738" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape29.thumb.png.da70e5c427250958cf04b7bfd878ee65.png" /></a></span></span>
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																																				<div>
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																																						<p style="text-align:center;">
																																							<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">We stayed in bed for a bit after our lovemaking. I wanted to enjoy Judy again, her beauty and her nudity. Looking at them again with my own eyes before some time.</span></span>
																																						</p>

																																						<p style="text-align:center;">
																																							<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"You were right about this final moment that I will remember dearly, I thank you very much for it."</span></span>
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																																							<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226739" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape30.png.07d6d4a3c1dc5a63774fec8be3629776.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape30.thumb.png.02a289ce476f9e66c9f45b62afa298a8.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226739" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape30.thumb.png.02a289ce476f9e66c9f45b62afa298a8.png" /></a></span></span>
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																																						<div>
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																																								<p style="text-align:center;">
																																									<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">Judy and I got dressed and she accompanied me to the car.</span></span>
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																																								<p style="text-align:center;">
																																									<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Hey Eleanor, when you return, let's take a trip around the world, see if we can find a place we both like."</span></span>
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																																								<p style="text-align:center;">
																																									<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Sounds good! As long as we're together, I'm fine with anything."</span></span>
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																																								<p style="text-align:center;">
																																									<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226740" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape31.png.311f52bd6b49d5b9097471b599b2d0af.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape31.thumb.png.6838e7075e973bc3df04282e3d0528de.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226740" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape31.thumb.png.6838e7075e973bc3df04282e3d0528de.png" /></a>We kissed for so long. I wish it had lasted for hours rather than seconds. But I had to escape, until things calmed down on my side. </span></span>
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																																								<p style="text-align:center;">
																																									 
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																																								<p style="text-align:center;">
																																									<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226741" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape32.png.ed69d48ba61ffbceee61abaac13e6e9c.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape32.thumb.png.273a865e77f2da457c478a604fe0b990.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226741" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape32.thumb.png.273a865e77f2da457c478a604fe0b990.png" /></a>I got into the car and followed Panam's instructions. Once in front of the sign, I took my stuff and continued on foot. I had to hurry to reach the border. </span></span>
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																																								<p style="text-align:center;">
																																									 
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																																								<p style="text-align:center;">
																																									<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226742" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape33.png.a8f7dd963f773c509817c6fcc08a67d4.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape33.thumb.png.92667bc726348156d184befaf3f8eef6.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226742" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape33.thumb.png.92667bc726348156d184befaf3f8eef6.png" /></a>I hid behind some rocks and waited for clear passage. The machines on patrol would rip me to shreds if they spotted me. Better safe than sorry, especially so close to the finish line. </span></span>
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																																									<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226743" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape34.png.72098aa57e6f5fc39326237b4530125a.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape34.thumb.png.65137e012b0a5ffcadb711eb140f817c.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226743" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape34.thumb.png.65137e012b0a5ffcadb711eb140f817c.png" /></a>I was only a few steps away, climbing the rocks to the top. As I ascended, I remembered why I'd been here and what mark I'd left. Somehow, I succeeded. </span></span>
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																																											<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">I glanced one last time at Night City on the horizon. In broad daylight and with the pollution haze, the metropolis looked far less attractive. The city had its share of adventures in which I excelled or had a lot of fun, but more than anything, I made some memorable contacts. Night City was simply a point of interest, not the final destination of my journey.</span></span>
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																																											<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"I'll be back."</span></span>
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																																											<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2226745" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape36.png.5503237874ae0f85f68415f239e6d60e.png" rel=""><img alt="Escape36.thumb.png.d61a4f5be6521cfcb32dd07910180f1a.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2226745" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_12/Escape36.thumb.png.d61a4f5be6521cfcb32dd07910180f1a.png" /></a>I took off and jumped over the fence. I didn't know what awaited me on the other side, but one thing was certain: I had just closed a chapter in my life, a former corpo turned rat with a grudge. And guess what, she pulled it off! </span></span>
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">22927</guid><pubDate>Tue, 10 Dec 2024 14:11:48 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Chapter 8 | Legacy</title><link>https://www.loverslab.com/blogs/entry/22859-chapter-8-legacy/</link><description><![CDATA[<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217840" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy01.png.e7f0ba9f26bd1446edb27507bdc952d2.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy01.thumb.png.f32b4ddc524836ec1093f7ad243ddfb9.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217840" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy01.thumb.png.f32b4ddc524836ec1093f7ad243ddfb9.png" /></a>Tonight was the night. I had taken a motel room just beyond Night City's limits. I got ready by investing what money I had left in better gear and cyberimplants. Failure was not an option. </span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217842" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy02.png.17657e683153ef080bd4107fdbf4204a.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy02.thumb.png.75b27361a7369b6752fb777a49118239.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217842" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy02.thumb.png.75b27361a7369b6752fb777a49118239.png" /></a>Before my shower, I contacted Panam to come and meet me, I knew her help in crossing the border would be essential to flee the area quietly. On the way out, I thought of Judy, of our embrace once this last job was over. Another good reason not to screw up. </span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217845" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy03.png.54bbf1ae4a34e302a5d6bc842c7c6c98.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy03.thumb.png.5662c6557676baed082617c3aabd5bb4.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217845" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy03.thumb.png.5662c6557676baed082617c3aabd5bb4.png" /></a></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Here already, Panam? You don't waste any time."</span></span>
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		<p style="text-align:center;">
			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"I was in the neighborhood and I couldn't miss you in a towel! What do you need?"</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Your expertise on how to pass through the border fence. Without being noticed, of course."</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Mmh, it can be done. Why do you need this favor anyway?" </span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217846" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy04.png.244631683cf682cd690b1121fa5cbbc0.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy04.thumb.png.36ff80aa3f745ab286e21537bd22b969.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217846" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy04.thumb.png.36ff80aa3f745ab286e21537bd22b969.png" /></a></span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"I have a score to settle with Arasaka. That's why I have this military crate, to sneak into one of their warehouses."</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"And judging by the gear inside, you didn't skimp on the armored plating!"</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"This is my last job here, and then I'm off. And since I'm likely to be hunted by every corpos and mercenary in Night City, I need your help to get out." </span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Okay, I may have an idea. When do you plan to leave town?"</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Once I've finished with Arasaka, if I'm still alive. When do you think you'll be ready?"</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"I'll need to double-check the route and get you a scrambler and a car. Let's meet at dawn, 6am. There's an abandoned lot behind the motel. I'll wait for you there, okay?" </span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Thanks Panam! We'll be square after this, and who knows, maybe we'll have a beer somewhere else!"</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Yeah, that'd be nice! Be careful tonight, it would be a shame to ruin such a pretty body..."</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Ah! Look who's checking me out now!"</span></span>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Hey, you started it, Eleanor! Alright I was topless back then but you still stared at my huge boobs!"</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Guilty as charged." </span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217849" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy07.png.bc6592239553e0831e31267a53b5c126.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy07.thumb.png.43c8998dbce78284d495c9ff1db09464.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217849" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy07.thumb.png.43c8998dbce78284d495c9ff1db09464.png" /></a>What do you think? Nice gear, isn't it? Sometimes, Arasaka shipments end up on the black market, and when you know where to look... Well, you can find yourself in some serious corporate plates. It had started to rain for my last night in Night City.</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217850" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy08.png.ff4aeb4d932d50d99d431888bf8c989b.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy08.thumb.png.5dd044aba785baa71de46091e1752d47.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217850" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy08.thumb.png.5dd044aba785baa71de46091e1752d47.png" /></a>It was around midnight and I rode to the Arasaka Industrial Park, determined to accomplish my mission. I had the plan in mind, I had my path in mind, and I had Goro in my ears. Everything was going to work out for the best. </span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217851" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy09.png.4314ba0c831a97b25c00c974e3175dde.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy09.thumb.png.bedfe65085b6934c94379642fd9fd66d.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217851" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy09.thumb.png.bedfe65085b6934c94379642fd9fd66d.png" /></a>Once ready and out of sight, I put on my balaclava and climbed over the barrier into Arasaka's factory area. Even though I was carrying a katana, I couldn't risk taking out anyone here, to avoid compromising the next stage of the plan. </span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">There was a hatch near the control tower. My direct entrance to the warehouse core. </span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217853" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy11.png.dccdff90bd5cab3623baedd2d292beaf.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy11.thumb.png.d67e353d04366e0828d2f99dcffe89b3.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217853" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy11.thumb.png.d67e353d04366e0828d2f99dcffe89b3.png" /></a>The maintenance tunnels reeked, explaining the absence of human guards within the system. Wearing my balaclava made it... bearable. </span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217854" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy12.png.e95a21c6272a1fc2eedd6f040b62dc2f.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy12.thumb.png.b24b584198640ada108e3aafd7edb78b.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217854" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy12.thumb.png.b24b584198640ada108e3aafd7edb78b.png" /></a>I reached the warehouse, a huge area where Arasaka stocked its imported goods from other countries with a dozen guards patrolling the site. I was looking for an access terminal to find the AV routes, likely located deep inside.</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217855" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy13.png.b26661db00f7c4ece71953a4e043dac0.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy13.thumb.png.deeeee780feb432ad5ba7a893de9adca.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217855" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy13.thumb.png.deeeee780feb432ad5ba7a893de9adca.png" /></a>With my cyberimplant in my right eye, I pinpointed the location of the terminal I was after. I just had to keep playing hide-and-seek with Arasaka's security to get there. </span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217856" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy14.png.fac54851300618df5ce36a81bc2a7da7.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy14.thumb.png.e0311295f1aa0dc616604eb9d9c75c35.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217856" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy14.thumb.png.e0311295f1aa0dc616604eb9d9c75c35.png" /></a>Judging by the increased number of armed patrols in the vicinity, I had reached the correct spot. Maybe the right side didn't require such care. </span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217857" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy15.png.14de198dee101cf2100ee39b2890c048.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy15.thumb.png.06f758b17766358762e24455206e9a5d.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217857" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy15.thumb.png.06f758b17766358762e24455206e9a5d.png" /></a></span></span>
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										<div>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">I was right. After circling around, I jumped onto the scaffolding leading to the upper floor of the structure. </span></span>
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													<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217858" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy16.png.dea948963bc39ff044729f48a29cf4f6.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy16.thumb.png.8a93dba5be06e7b07d90c85a2c297447.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217858" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy16.thumb.png.8a93dba5be06e7b07d90c85a2c297447.png" /></a></span></span>
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												<div>
													<div>
														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">Bingo, I had found the terminal. However, the guard was far too close, likely enough to hear me typing on it. Time for a quick diversion to get rid of him. </span></span>
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														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217859" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy17.png.b13eabcd9dd9b7840df119ae5b88860e.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy17.thumb.png.732127b7dfa1e44eb6041e5d6e9ce195.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217859" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy17.thumb.png.732127b7dfa1e44eb6041e5d6e9ce195.png" /></a>I managed to lure the guard away by pirating an electronic machine to send him off. It took me just a few seconds to retrieve the data for the AVs, the exclusive destinations of high-ranking Arasaka members. Now I knew where Susan Abernathy was staying and I planned to pay her a visit. </span></span>
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														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217860" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy18.png.04e104fab0f6b2f20642035de99ad85f.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy18.thumb.png.79e541fb7298816e77cb08360287cfc4.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217860" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy18.thumb.png.79e541fb7298816e77cb08360287cfc4.png" /></a>Goro set off a fake emergency in the warehouse courtyard. At the same time, it opened the emergency roof, the fastest way to get away without leaving a trace. </span></span>
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															<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217861" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy19.png.974f71d1e01befc647f0569d360d544a.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy19.thumb.png.789e21057887c3d456f13579bbf9d566.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217861" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy19.thumb.png.789e21057887c3d456f13579bbf9d566.png" /></a>I joined the drainage canal behind the Arasaka Industrial Park. My crime achieved, I didn't need my balaclava anymore and tossed it into a lit barrel. Now I just had to find Goro, parked nearby. </span></span>
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															<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217862" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy20.png.8a3b2305859e797682b676fdd50f9ceb.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy20.thumb.png.a08663d94391a565930679e978068564.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217862" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy20.thumb.png.a08663d94391a565930679e978068564.png" /></a></span></span>
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														<div>
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																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"You've done a great job Victoria, what have you found?"</span></span>
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																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Susan Abernathy was dropped off at Arasaka Estate this evening. I'm heading there now. She dies tonight."</span></span>
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																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Agreed. I'll help. Wait for me before going in, I know the place." </span></span>
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																	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217863" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy21.png.b3e618247101e0bd6dd37104e0c67663.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy21.thumb.png.fd5dad69ae6d87f0391e4a2a130ef46b.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217863" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy21.thumb.png.fd5dad69ae6d87f0391e4a2a130ef46b.png" /></a>I rode to the Arasaka Estate in the North Oak hills. As far as I knew, close members of the Arasaka family lodged at this property when they stayed in Night City. I guess Susan Abernathy wanted to break those rules. Such a pity for her legacy. </span></span>
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																	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217864" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy22.png.16c03c27426293890210b12f75016f56.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy22.thumb.png.f5ce3d07d8b667b1c2aa5bb887be17df.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217864" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy22.thumb.png.f5ce3d07d8b667b1c2aa5bb887be17df.png" /></a></span></span>
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																<div>
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																		<p style="text-align:center;">
																			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">I had some time to kill before Takemura arrived, so I made a phone call to you-know-who, dear to my heart.</span></span>
																		</p>

																		<p style="text-align:center;">
																			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Hey Judy, my last gig's almost done, just a few loose ends to tie up. You mentioned a place near the lake where you used to hang out. Can we meet there early in the morning? I've got a couple of things to tell you, and I'd really like to spend some good, relaxing time together..." </span></span>
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																			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217865" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy23.png.c8a4ff0a2b10635580c8664554c0eb92.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy23.thumb.png.1e1844cd4254c649f4cdcf169f097507.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217865" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy23.thumb.png.1e1844cd4254c649f4cdcf169f097507.png" /></a></span></span>
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																		<div>
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																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">Goro showed up right after, ready to battle. He handed me an Oni mask and took a sniper rifle out of the van.</span></span>
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																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"This is it Victoria, here's the plan: I'm going to take the hilltop and mark the guards outside. You'll climb the western wall and enter the compound. Eliminate the netrunner who controls security and deal with the forces inside. When you give me the signal, I'll make my move." </span></span>
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																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217866" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy24.png.f87675e95f54ffaa0452f660ca1e0691.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy24.thumb.png.2183883f38517f7507f6c7f6c4b89627.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217866" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy24.thumb.png.2183883f38517f7507f6c7f6c4b89627.png" /></a>No one from Arasaka was going to survive tonight. My determination pushed me on and I always kept my promises. Besides, training with bladed weapons had finally served a purpose in my former career. </span></span>
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																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																					 
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																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217867" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy25.png.9ab1d8e89fdee0461018c5a4bc37d381.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy25.thumb.png.3eba51ce952c18e2be049938861f0dfa.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217867" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy25.thumb.png.3eba51ce952c18e2be049938861f0dfa.png" /></a>My first kill of the night was the netrunner. He was master of his own virtual world, but a mere human sitting in his seat in the real world. With him out of the way, I didn't have to worry about cameras and potential backup. </span></span>
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																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217868" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy26.png.8e304e0f83946224e2058046877c0e1f.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy26.thumb.png.36aa781b58d30ab1b7115361c3d53335.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217868" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy26.thumb.png.36aa781b58d30ab1b7115361c3d53335.png" /></a>I entered through a service door that led into the kitchen storeroom. If Arasaka's security protocol remained unaltered, Susan Abernathy had to be escorted by four armed guards. This meant getting rid of them before going after her. </span></span>
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																					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217869" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy27.png.fe43e9a463850d7b369f16d75b8d815e.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy27.thumb.png.1d595f4320a316748e3d004991e09556.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217869" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy27.thumb.png.1d595f4320a316748e3d004991e09556.png" /></a></span></span>
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																						<p style="text-align:center;">
																							<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">I hid behind a pillar, my target and her team in view. I was listening closely to the orders she gave them.</span></span>
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																						<p style="text-align:center;">
																							<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Good work for tonight. You know your posts, two downstairs, one upstairs, one in my room. You'll be relieved of your duties at dawn, once I've left."</span></span>
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																						<p style="text-align:center;">
																							<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">Susan Abernathy didn't have to worry, they'd be gone sooner than expected.</span></span>
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																							<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217870" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy28.png.82d490bb961e04811a8f32180761927f.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy28.thumb.png.09483565a62abf0c663fd87c20a011c6.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217870" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy28.thumb.png.09483565a62abf0c663fd87c20a011c6.png" /></a></span></span>
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																								<p style="text-align:center;">
																									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">That's one. </span></span>
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																									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217871" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy29.png.e4a7d2603f95e2c7171b4d3d1fc2054e.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy29.thumb.png.3c68dd1c1df6d1aa904437e22515953e.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217871" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy29.thumb.png.3c68dd1c1df6d1aa904437e22515953e.png" /></a></span></span>
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																										<p style="text-align:center;">
																											<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">Followed by two. </span></span>
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																											<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217872" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy30.png.eaf8e5e7dd8a391548993e2a9bb418c2.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy30.thumb.png.4e217f50f0a5df35786622edacc4c701.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217872" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy30.thumb.png.4e217f50f0a5df35786622edacc4c701.png" /></a></span></span>
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																										<div>
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																												<p style="text-align:center;">
																													<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">Then three. Now I could enter Susan Abernathy's room and take care of her last guard before killing her. </span></span>
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																													<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217873" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy31.png.cd58754de53f5913c0e55e11835f4245.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy31.thumb.png.0ee656e2fedfe8cd38f5ae50855afa75.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217873" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy31.thumb.png.0ee656e2fedfe8cd38f5ae50855afa75.png" /></a></span></span>
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																															<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">I entered the bedroom. The last guard stood in front of me, Susan Abernathy was sitting in the back, she should have said her prayers.</span></span>
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																															<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"An assassin! You're dead, punk!" </span></span>
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																															<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217874" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy32.png.ef6a74d2bc6bb9976c5d66eccd0ead02.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy32.thumb.png.620ea2d74f5f8da84a445eace790f252.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217874" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy32.thumb.png.620ea2d74f5f8da84a445eace790f252.png" /></a>After a dash and a katana vertical strike, that made four. With no guards left, I could deal with my former boss. </span></span>
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																																	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">As I slowly approached, Susan Abernathy had dropped to her knees and was begging for her life.</span></span>
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																																	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Look, I don't know who hired you, but I'll double your fee! Please don't kill me!"</span></span>
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																																	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">Seeing her terrified made me smile. I thought of Arthur Jenkins, he would have been grateful from the afterlife. Time to finish the job. </span></span>
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																																	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217876" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy34.png.fae9a807994f8c7d8646d434a5771a84.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy34.thumb.png.6e8d516c4dbd2d5834a8e7979986636a.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217876" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy34.thumb.png.6e8d516c4dbd2d5834a8e7979986636a.png" /></a>Just as I was about to end her, I received a massive taser shot from behind. I was so blinded by my revenge that I forgot the basics. I failed so badly, I could only blame myself. </span></span>
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																																			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Well, it looks like the assassin has been defeated. Good work, soldier."</span></span>
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																																			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"What do you want me to do with her, ma'am?"</span></span>
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																																			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"First, strip her down. I want to know who I'm dealing with. Then take her downstairs and handcuff her. I'll have a word with her before she's taken care of." </span></span>
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																																			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2217878" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy36.png.0e27801bd087188ad5fb8a86f1ebd2b0.png" rel=""><img alt="Legacy36.thumb.png.bc237abdb8123351020c3f7c8d5a493a.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2217878" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Legacy36.thumb.png.bc237abdb8123351020c3f7c8d5a493a.png" /></a>"No one escapes Arasaka and, above all, me!" </span></span>
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">22859</guid><pubDate>Tue, 26 Nov 2024 10:39:20 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Chapter 7 | Guardian</title><link>https://www.loverslab.com/blogs/entry/22785-chapter-7-guardian/</link><description><![CDATA[<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2203962" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian01.png.8edcb4d781fa4072b8dc2d4dabcd2244.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian01.thumb.png.01637d2dca8eb1fab215b3ab0b166d0d.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2203962" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian01.thumb.png.01637d2dca8eb1fab215b3ab0b166d0d.png" /></a></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">A few weeks later, in the Glen, one of Heywood's subdistricts.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2203963" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian02.png.2aa76ea333eaa8c2007d85cf69745481.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian02.thumb.png.d171f504d6972be0d43d598a168f3ee4.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2203963" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian02.thumb.png.d171f504d6972be0d43d598a168f3ee4.png" /></a>Remember Judy's project? She got a lot of eddies out of it and she bought a new condo, better and bigger. I spent more time with her, almost as if I had somehow moved in. It made life easier for both of us to have fun together, doing our naughty deeds after dark. </span></span><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"> </span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"You're so gorgeous Judy, I'll always treasure fondling your breasts..."</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"And I'll always cherish that naughty mouth on that beautiful face Eleanor. Speaking of which, it may come in handy later on..."</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2203965" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian04.png.c209f64610fba9c50f25cbf88a04ec85.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian04.thumb.png.4798f414b151e12157e4a684a750fd74.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2203965" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian04.thumb.png.4798f414b151e12157e4a684a750fd74.png" /></a>"But first, let me play with your boobs a little, they look pretty good too, you know..."</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">Judy had a great time, so did I, maybe even better than her. She could have done this all night and I wouldn't have objected.</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">I still had one task to do, use my mouth to please Judy's vagina. A feat I had already done dozens of times now, and still enjoyed performing. Hearing her low moans made me glad, feeling like I really delivered. </span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">After our sexual encounter, Judy fell asleep in my arms. I couldn't blame her, I'd just sucked out all her energy with my tongue, so it was only natural that she fell into Morpheus' world. I felt so lucky, and for the first time since my debut in Night City,it was thanks to someone else in my life. </span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2203981" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian07.png.e889ed1939522de94cb2a19cdf317a10.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian07.thumb.png.cee79a3e283a5293a947ebe709d06f45.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2203981" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian07.thumb.png.cee79a3e283a5293a947ebe709d06f45.png" /></a></span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">I could say it without a second thought: we were a couple. Two young women who loved each other and shared mutual passions like tech and hacking. Although our paths in life differed - Judy grew up on the streets, I grew up in the corpos - we managed to meet: first buddies, then sex friends and finally girlfriends. The circle is complete.</span></span>
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					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2203983" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian08.png.65fe235e0d68f2817473e3f03dbbd3e0.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian08.thumb.png.c15ad88e3bab138dc8c44d5dd1ae42c2.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2203983" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian08.thumb.png.c15ad88e3bab138dc8c44d5dd1ae42c2.png" /></a>Every minute with her was sheer bliss. No matter what the activity, even if we had to spend the day in our pyjamas doing nothing, her company alone meant enough to me. But I also liked coming up with plans...</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Hey Judy, how about we take a walk around the neighborhood? I don't know this part of Night City, so maybe you can show me some nice spots..."</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Sure, El'! I know a great spot along the waterfront."</span></span>
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							<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2203986" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian09.png.cf0f1badb039b0f4832dbf39be5fb8fd.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian09.thumb.png.3c0a7d981898ac8c4f4ffe7cdcd619d4.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2203986" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian09.thumb.png.3c0a7d981898ac8c4f4ffe7cdcd619d4.png" /></a>We strolled on the concrete promenade. Judy was right, the area looked nice, with plenty of local shops and a magnificent view of the Atlantic Ocean.</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Did you know, Eleanor: Night City has more crimes committed than solved in a single day. Not surprising, the city is owned by corpos after all."</span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2203989" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian10.png.b907771a56296532a3e6d42fd66a16c3.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian10.thumb.png.697988f031f8dc25dc177db9c98715e9.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2203989" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian10.thumb.png.697988f031f8dc25dc177db9c98715e9.png" /></a>Night City might be a hellhole, but there was one precious gem in the shape of Judy. I could carry her, I could kiss her, it all made my happiness. And you know what I valued even more? That the feeling was mutual. She loved me too. </span></span>
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									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2203997" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian11.png.e0c3ba9cee15c0d4f1e96358df697cb5.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian11.thumb.png.73186a6979913e24b360fdb0b1e81d63.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2203997" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian11.thumb.png.73186a6979913e24b360fdb0b1e81d63.png" /></a>We could come across some very peculiar situations in Night City, especially at the beach. As I carried Judy on my shoulders, she pointed towards the horizon.</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Look over there El'! What the fuck are they doing?"</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Er... I think you just said it, Jude..."</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2203998" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian12.png.bcc95aca27d9188686449889169afcb7.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian12.thumb.png.d31d37db446bbd71fd10d39b179a5b7d.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2203998" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian12.thumb.png.d31d37db446bbd71fd10d39b179a5b7d.png" /></a>That didn't stop us from sitting in the sand, gazing at the sunset. Judy sat behind me, hugging me fondly. We smiled at this beautiful scenery, it was something quite simple but easily forgotten over the years. Being able to share these moments with her is what I wished for the rest of our lives.</span></span>
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											<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2203999" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian13.png.7fa81769f570556c4360d7eb03bf9896.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian13.thumb.png.6af46649d0a88e2f1a5527703149eb7a.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2203999" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian13.thumb.png.6af46649d0a88e2f1a5527703149eb7a.png" /></a>We shared everything, even our intimacy. Besides... having a hot tub that could seat two people helped out greatly.</span></span>
										</p>

										<div>
											<div>
												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"So, Eleanor, did they have jacuzzis like this in your crazy corporate world? Look how many more space we've got!"</span></span>
												</p>

												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"I admit it, it's really nice. Although... I've bathed in bigger water before, but it lacked proper company."</span></span>
												</p>

												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"I know, right? Nobody's bored with Judy!"</span></span>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													 
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													 
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2204000" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian14.png.1724134abe89cd87be5e36a260c155cb.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian14.thumb.png.96dd23d5f16721e46ae20ef6d5924396.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2204000" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian14.thumb.png.96dd23d5f16721e46ae20ef6d5924396.png" /></a>Our schedules were diverse, with plenty of activities during the day. Judy had taken some time off, and she could handle the Lizzie's braindances from her new apartment if there was an incident. If we didn't do anything during the day, we arranged plans for the night. That's what Night City had to offer.</span></span>
												</p>

												<div>
													<div>
														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Hey Judy, Chubby Buffalo's BBQ is only 10 minutes away on foot, why not grab a bite tonight?"</span></span>
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														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2204004" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian15.png.846b913c0f3cafe23e0d6860a069f2e9.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian15.thumb.png.a733274207898eb0cd3bbfce07b11ae3.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2204004" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian15.thumb.png.a733274207898eb0cd3bbfce07b11ae3.png" /></a>"Looks like someone was starving! You want to slice the sandwich in half?"</span></span>
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														<div>
															<div>
																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Um... Sure. You talked about what before?"</span></span>
																</p>

																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Right! Did I ever tell you about the time I almost got my chrome taken off? I worked a gig, and some Maelstrom boys nabbed me... I managed to get away with fighting them half-naked! It turned out fine in the end with a funny story to tell!"</span></span>
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																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2204005" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian16.png.3a0681d70dc7d3a003858bdd087744d3.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian16.thumb.png.01b8a2cf80e05269fe0334089de6e7a3.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2204005" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian16.thumb.png.01b8a2cf80e05269fe0334089de6e7a3.png" /></a>Of course, we kept up with our bondage sessions. Judy had booked a room at the Clouds, a dollhouse establishment where she had formerly worked as a techie. I enjoyed being her obedient pet, and Jude knew how to reward me for playing my role to perfection.</span></span>
																</p>

																<div>
																	<div>
																		<p style="text-align:center;">
																			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Mistress, I submit to you. I acknowledge your greatness and your strenght. Do whatever you want from me."</span></span>
																		</p>

																		<p style="text-align:center;">
																			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Good, you've learned your lesson by now. My domain, my rules, here it goes."</span></span>
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																			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2204007" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian17.png.3eda671f5d959a7dbb531941b4861c28.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian17.thumb.png.17577d4bd0bb56c162420c108535b186.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2204007" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian17.thumb.png.17577d4bd0bb56c162420c108535b186.png" /></a>Mistress Jude turned me on my side, caressing my tits and pussy.</span></span>
																		</p>

																		<div>
																			<div>
																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"How does it feel, my little slave? Shall I carry on fondling you?"</span></span>
																				</p>

																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Only you can decide, mistress."</span></span>
																				</p>

																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Correct answer, I will continue to ensure your needs then."</span></span>
																				</p>

																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">It felt so good, I wasn't thinking about anything, I was just letting myself get aroused.</span></span>
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																					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2204008" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian18.png.0f6d56efda2f8c8312ab6e33777c8fbb.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian18.thumb.png.85c6a58e143673967210b4867ce1817b.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2204008" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian18.thumb.png.85c6a58e143673967210b4867ce1817b.png" /></a>When Judy was done turning me on, she tied me in a different position. Left hand and left foot tied together, right hand and right thigh tied together. This granted my mistress full control over my vagina and ass. And obviously, it didn't take her long to make me orgasm.</span></span>
																				</p>

																				<div>
																					<div>
																						<p style="text-align:center;">
																							<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Well, I think this might be a new speed record... What do you say?"</span></span>
																						</p>

																						<p style="text-align:center;">
																							<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Uh... Thank you mistress....For fulfilling... my sexual needs..."</span></span>
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																						<p style="text-align:center;">
																							<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">And it was only the very first hour of the night, with three to go.</span></span>
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																							<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2204009" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian19.png.abc88cbcef5a9414f58b74fc4a013a54.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian19.thumb.png.7717da8240063ef070302a80ee3583a1.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2204009" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian19.thumb.png.7717da8240063ef070302a80ee3583a1.png" /></a>The more time I spent with Judy, the more I forgot my desire for payback against Arasaka. She had become my beacon of light in Night City, the person I truly opened up to. With her, I lived a simple but joyful life, where I could play tourist at the North Oak sign and embrace the moment alongside Judy. </span></span>
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																						<p style="text-align:center;">
																							<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2204010" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian20.png.02d9213af1c6e24dcda8db5c8c294aac.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian20.thumb.png.94ac1d14ba2ef4c73277ca8e5942f5dc.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2204010" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian20.thumb.png.94ac1d14ba2ef4c73277ca8e5942f5dc.png" /></a>No matter what we did or where we went, we always ended up kissing in the end. There was no better way to express our love throughout Night City. And every time it happened, my heart beat a little harder for Judy. She had managed to understand who I was and becoming my guardian angel.</span></span>
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																							<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2204011" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian21.png.fc2d0e53d5761f0f3a0f6ba2b4e7f4f2.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian21.thumb.png.3a9e66c2eb71f2fa5c906094e410d6c3.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2204011" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian21.thumb.png.3a9e66c2eb71f2fa5c906094e410d6c3.png" /></a>I could see myself with Jude in the future. Together, whether here or elsewhere, living our best years holding hands and smiling.</span></span>
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																						<div>
																							<div>
																								<p style="text-align:center;">
																									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"You know, I never expected such wonderful times could still happen! Thanks for everything."</span></span>
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																								<p style="text-align:center;">
																									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Likewise and I hope to spend many more special moments with you Judy! I love you dearly."</span></span>
																								</p>

																								<p style="text-align:center;">
																									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"I love you too, Eleanor."</span></span>
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																								<p style="text-align:center;">
																									 
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																								<p style="text-align:center;">
																									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2204012" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian22.png.6d7ed251f0c95d1eee7d8c8bf95ab601.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian22.thumb.png.5dc4788b54de500f57b5a27b424113dd.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2204012" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian22.thumb.png.5dc4788b54de500f57b5a27b424113dd.png" /></a>Everything was just coming together so perfectly, I had a genuine love relationship with a terrific woman. I wouldn't have broken this bond with Judy in the world. Our kisses, her soft lips... The greatest bliss on Earth, if you ask me. And then the day my revengeful self had been expecting arrived. </span></span>
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																									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2204013" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian23.png.b6edea3eca3f4af4ee8827072f9bd1f4.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian23.thumb.png.b94efd9e474bf80e353fd34c4415c532.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2204013" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian23.thumb.png.b94efd9e474bf80e353fd34c4415c532.png" /></a>As we chatted quietly, I received a text from Rogue, asking to meet me. It meant only one thing: she had found something really significant about Arasaka. And now I felt conflicted: should I follow through or not?</span></span>
																								</p>

																								<div>
																									<div>
																										<p style="text-align:center;">
																											<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Hey Jude, remember my crusading desire against Arasaka? I've got a shot at it, but I don't know, I'm afraid of damaging what we've built together... Please give me your honest opinion."</span></span>
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																											<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2204014" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian24.png.406e71f1090d9700e45fb8dfd4612a1a.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian24.thumb.png.5fe88de3f15bd78dc04b99f58d863889.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2204014" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian24.thumb.png.5fe88de3f15bd78dc04b99f58d863889.png" /></a>As Judy led me to her entrance lift, she encouraged me on my quest for vengeance.</span></span>
																										</p>

																										<div>
																											<div>
																												<p style="text-align:center;">
																													<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Look, Eleanor, I don't want you to live with regrets. If those bastards deserve to fall and you can make sure they do, just fucking drag them down!You know I can help you, right?"</span></span>
																												</p>

																												<p style="text-align:center;">
																													<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Of course, but I don't want you to get involved. When I'm done with them, we'll have a whole life to spend with each other. If you wish it, obviously."</span></span>
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																												<p style="text-align:center;">
																													<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Nothing would please me more, El'! Good luck, I'll be waiting for you when it's over."</span></span>
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																													<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2204020" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian25.png.6823cd77f572192cc3f9c5846cbb91b0.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian25.thumb.png.50154d59512737b9fb4f83ef17b79881.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2204020" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian25.thumb.png.50154d59512737b9fb4f83ef17b79881.png" /></a>I went to the Afterlife. Rogue was waiting for me at the bar, drinking a glass of whisky to kill time.</span></span>
																												</p>

																												<div>
																													<div>
																														<p style="text-align:center;">
																															<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Eleanor! You look great, and pretty damn dressed too!"</span></span>
																														</p>

																														<p style="text-align:center;">
																															<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Yeah, I've been taking care of myself lately. So, you got some intel for me?"</span></span>
																														</p>

																														<p style="text-align:center;">
																															<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Straight to the point, I like that. Let's talk somewhere more private, shall we?"</span></span>
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																															<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2204025" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian26.png.ee400a216adc22cc97533772134ca814.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian26.thumb.png.7e4f5ad88b1e1b55b423696d884b53c5.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2204025" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian26.thumb.png.7e4f5ad88b1e1b55b423696d884b53c5.png" /></a>"I don't know if you've heard, but Arasaka is undergoing a major change. The old man Saburo has passed away, making the CEO position coveted by many heads. One of them being... Susan Abernathy."</span></span>
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																																	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"That's the bitch who left me for dead. Still, I haven't learned anything new here."</span></span>
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																																	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"You know the old saying the enemy of my enemy is my friend? Well, Saburo's personal bodyguard was betrayed by Arasaka, they put the blame on him. From the intel I received, he's out for revenge too. His name is Goro Takemura and you can find him at this address."</span></span>
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																																	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2204028" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian27.png.ec4a54f9f26a3c92a195e5b67d6039fa.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian27.thumb.png.feb47dea2391a151db97189876ecc100.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2204028" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian27.thumb.png.feb47dea2391a151db97189876ecc100.png" /></a>"Thanks for the info Rogue, I'm on my way to pay him a visit!"</span></span>
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																																			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">She wished me well and waved goodbye with her hand. The coordinates I entered into my phone pointed to an industrial zone on the eastern edge of Night City, the Arasaka Industrial Park. Perhaps the approach this Goro had chosen to strike at Arasaka? Well, I just had to ask him.</span></span>
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																																			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2204030" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian28.png.99d7ae6b9d5a474b87bf4a3cee942439.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian28.thumb.png.939b6cad0fdbe5fb501aa19b887c57ea.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2204030" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian28.thumb.png.939b6cad0fdbe5fb501aa19b887c57ea.png" /></a>Right next to the Arasaka Industrial Park was a construction site with no activity around it. If I wanted to scout the area, that's where I'd start. And if I were to locate Arasaka's former bodyguard, this is surely where he'd be. </span></span>
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																																			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2204036" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian29.png.fe8ffee8544589053a61e6856d3517fe.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian29.thumb.png.11ac2a8d7f7cb33d10a7120431af711a.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2204036" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian29.thumb.png.11ac2a8d7f7cb33d10a7120431af711a.png" /></a>I circled the main floor, without finding any trace of Takemura. But I had this strange feeling of being watched... </span></span>
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																																			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2204037" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian30.png.d55882ceec70cb4335c780beefd36542.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian30.thumb.png.6572bd0f9084ba78bc70c0b41df5feb9.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2204037" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian30.thumb.png.6572bd0f9084ba78bc70c0b41df5feb9.png" /></a>Someone grabbed me from behind and put a gun to my neck.</span></span>
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																																					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Who are you and who sent you? I can smell corpos when I see one!"</span></span>
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																																					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"I used to be one called Victoria. A fixer, the best in town, gave me this address. Look, we share a common purpose here!"</span></span>
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																																					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Really, what is that goal?"</span></span>
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																																					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Arasaka stripped me of everything and left me for dead! Just like they did to you. I want to get them back!"</span></span>
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																																					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2204038" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian31.png.6fdbbdcd9272d0b251b21cf00f4885d3.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian31.thumb.png.f90028c876d279e76ee2a190439579e8.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2204038" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian31.thumb.png.f90028c876d279e76ee2a190439579e8.png" /></a>"My apologies. Let me introduce myself properly, I'm Goro Takemura. I'm not seeking vengeance, but justice."</span></span>
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																																							<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Another naming but the same idea, break Arasaka. What recon have you done so far?"</span></span>
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																																							<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Come, follow me."</span></span>
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																																							<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2204039" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian32.png.ad201a3ebb8707c7375343d48567690b.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian32.thumb.png.584e653117a8c5a62d81e6a3ff8f7c5e.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2204039" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian32.thumb.png.584e653117a8c5a62d81e6a3ff8f7c5e.png" /></a>I went upstairs with Goro, who shared his background and past with Arasaka.</span></span>
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																																									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"I grew up in the slums before being spotted by Arasaka. I gave them everything I had, so much that I even became the CEO's personal bodyguard. And then, through political coups, Saburo died and I'm the one to blame..."</span></span>
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																																									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Damn that's harsh... Do you know who are the real culprits behind this mess?"</span></span>
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																																									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Several names have emerged, including his son and a handful of high-ranking members of the Arasaka organization. Some of them transit along the industrial zone, hence my presence today."</span></span>
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																																									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2204045" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian33.png.f41a34244992f8396a5862c52799f90d.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian33.thumb.png.65f5bceabcea15d8bb1936816a381221.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2204045" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian33.thumb.png.65f5bceabcea15d8bb1936816a381221.png" /></a>We reached the highest floor of this under-construction building. Takemura pointed to the Arasaka site. Seen from above, it covered a huge part of the industrial zone. I analyzed the entry and exit points and the security measures in force, mostly human guards and a few machines. There was plenty of space to infiltrate the perimeter.</span></span>
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																																									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2204049" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian34.png.795e062089ca78fc0f1f3aa4ca6cd9cf.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian34.thumb.png.6e5bf0cac9fc4aeb7186662cd82c1466.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2204049" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian34.thumb.png.6e5bf0cac9fc4aeb7186662cd82c1466.png" /></a>"Do you see the AVs parked outside? Travel data are stored in this warehouse. And since you've previously collaborated with Arasaka, high-ranking members move exclusively with these."</span></span>
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																																											<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Now I can figure out your plan Goro: get the data and hit them straight away. Who was the last passenger to use one of these vehicles?"</span></span>
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																																											<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Arasaka's current Director of Special Operations, Susan Abernathy. I suspect she helped orchestrate the plot against Saburo."</span></span>
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																																											<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2204050" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian35.png.33e9344b0b9d85fc84aae99508020b2e.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian35.thumb.png.f926e5fe652ddc24fb224717d9b6df2a.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2204050" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian35.thumb.png.f926e5fe652ddc24fb224717d9b6df2a.png" /></a>My blood boiled at Abernathy's mention, the bitch who had executed my boss Arthur Jenkins and left me for dead at the landfill, in vain.</span></span>
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																																													<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"I'm going in, I'm taking her out!"</span></span>
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																																													<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"No, Victoria, you'll wait. If the Arasaka industrial park goes on alert, the data will be deleted and so will we. Come on, let's go back downstairs and I'll explain what I have in mind."</span></span>
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																																													<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2204051" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian36.png.9ea4d1311dd8e46330598614ffbe2d7f.png" rel=""><img alt="Guardian36.thumb.png.332d02ff784668115414adf470162d40.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2204051" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Guardian36.thumb.png.332d02ff784668115414adf470162d40.png" /></a>"Tomorrow night is the best opening. Enter by climbing the fence with the generator, pass through the maintenance tunnels, find the terminal with the flight info, all while avoiding security guards."</span></span>
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																																															<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Sounds like a solid strategy. Leave it to me Goro, infiltration used to be my specialty."</span></span>
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																																															<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Very well, I'll guide you through comms. Good luck Victoria."</span></span>
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">22785</guid><pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 13:18:32 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Chapter 6 | Wilderness</title><link>https://www.loverslab.com/blogs/entry/22597-chapter-6-wilderness/</link><description><![CDATA[<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175450" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness01.png.4a97d992cf920b050d738cf19ff60867.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness01.thumb.png.6eea21f42e93e94bbb71ca6829418f01.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175450" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness01.thumb.png.6eea21f42e93e94bbb71ca6829418f01.png" /></a></span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">A few days later, in Reconciliation Park, between Heywood and Corporate Plaza.</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175451" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness02.png.ac101a8fcafb6b67cb1e46ab0d32391a.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness02.thumb.png.daeaab2e66a914e021d8f8cc04062be7.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175451" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness02.thumb.png.daeaab2e66a914e021d8f8cc04062be7.png" /></a>Namaste people! Welcome to my weekly yoga session! Stretch your body and take a deep breath...</span></span>
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			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175453" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness03.png.58baca7ccf58cda263d51a8c6a955b79.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness03.thumb.png.67f0fd76ce1f497c0ec45217bb648ce6.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175453" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness03.thumb.png.67f0fd76ce1f497c0ec45217bb648ce6.png" /></a>One of the hardest exercises to do, but one of the simplest to see: touching your toes or feet with your hands while sitting straight on the ground. You can tell by the look on my face that I'm struggling to achieve it, but you know the saying: after effort...</span></span>
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		<p style="text-align:center;">
			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175455" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness04.png.b4a40d02a8758908b7b98a46d2437700.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness04.thumb.png.68e67c511807f49c3951f46dadd418b9.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175455" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness04.thumb.png.68e67c511807f49c3951f46dadd418b9.png" /></a>Comes comfort. After packing my yoga mat in my backpack, I had a burger at the park's food court. A royale with cheese, as the French say. Well, I can assure you it tasted great in my mouth! </span></span>
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		<p style="text-align:center;">
			 
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		<p style="text-align:center;">
			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175457" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness05.png.f2c9aab5bab684c056ba78b0b4ab0845.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness05.thumb.png.5fdd23245f16473e1e000cf1f1323ec6.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175457" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness05.thumb.png.5fdd23245f16473e1e000cf1f1323ec6.png" /></a></span></span>
		</p>

		<div>
			<div>
				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">Just as I was about to take the subway back to the apartment, I received a phone call from my old friend Viktor.</span></span>
				</p>

				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Hi kid, how's life? I hear you're hanging out with Judy, that's good! Listen, can you come to the Afterlife right now? I was having a drink with Rogue, I told her about your feats, she wants to meet you for a gig."</span></span>
				</p>

				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Uh, sure, but I just got out of my workout and I'm still in my sports clothes..."</span></span>
				</p>

				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Don't worry, you have business with the boss, no one will care. See you there!"</span></span>
				</p>

				<p style="text-align:center;">
					 
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175458" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness06.png.6ab2e68e7bc2a403a4814c9ca1f328d5.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness06.thumb.png.fb0dfd0a7a51c5c4a4b73bdd2dad2c12.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175458" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness06.thumb.png.fb0dfd0a7a51c5c4a4b73bdd2dad2c12.png" /></a>The Afterlife was located in Little China, in Watson's district. Rogue's legendary reputation as the best fixer in town made the club famous, since she was also its landlady. If you wanted to make a name for yourself in this line of work, this was the place to go. I could use this opportunity to honor my promise regarding Arasaka. </span></span>
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				<p style="text-align:center;">
					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175459" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness07.png.11f527abe295a75b8a7f1375ae630dd1.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness07.thumb.png.3682fc85dfed4e6fede661746d1f7448.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175459" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness07.thumb.png.3682fc85dfed4e6fede661746d1f7448.png" /></a>"Hi handsome, I have a meeting with Rogue, can I pass?"</span></span>
				</p>

				<div>
					<div>
						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">The bodyguard remained stoic, waiting for her boss's approval. Eventually, Viktor stepped in to let me through.</span></span>
						</p>

						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"It's okay Weyland, she can join us! Eleanor, please have a seat!"</span></span>
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							 
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						<p style="text-align:center;">
							<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175462" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness08.png.660c74180061350c63c4cd3df098d4e9.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness08.thumb.png.3182f160410d88544337a9d095e640af.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175462" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness08.thumb.png.3182f160410d88544337a9d095e640af.png" /></a>Viktor went off to the bar to let me chat one-on-one with Rogue.</span></span>
						</p>

						<div>
							<div>
								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"So you're the one known as Victoria in the Corpos world. Cute outfit."</span></span>
								</p>

								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">“You've done your research, so you know what I'm looking for.”</span></span>
								</p>

								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">“Exactly. I've got a job for you Eleanor, do it right and you'll get your shot at revenge on Arasaka. I guarantee you first-rate intel."</span></span>
								</p>

								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Tell me more about the gig."</span></span>
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								<p style="text-align:center;">
									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175464" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness09.png.8ba835c46e6ba2f21bb5d345413c7812.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness09.thumb.png.7d557678db05a175e018bdb560e49543.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175464" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness09.thumb.png.7d557678db05a175e018bdb560e49543.png" /></a></span></span>
								</p>

								<div>
									<div>
										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"I have a nomad courier missing since dawn. She was supposed to cut a deal with Militech but I'm afraid she's been double-crossed. Anyway, find her and the cargo. I'll send her last coordinates to your phone."</span></span>
										</p>

										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"In open desert, the perfect wilderness to clear out any problems. Do you think she's still alive?"</span></span>
										</p>

										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Probably, Militech won't kill her until she talks. And good luck getting her to say anything."</span></span>
										</p>

										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Okay, Rogue, I'm on it. I just have to go back to my place and get geared up first."</span></span>
										</p>

										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Viktor will drive you home, see you Eleanor."</span></span>
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											 
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										<p style="text-align:center;">
											<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175465" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness10.png.2572fbdc1e3add5094d708b72dfd2cf9.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness10.thumb.png.63e7a42b16b4013365f23e9f829f69a1.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175465" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness10.thumb.png.63e7a42b16b4013365f23e9f829f69a1.png" /></a></span></span>
										</p>

										<div>
											<div>
												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">After a drive through Night City, Viktor dropped me off around the corner near my apartment. He lit himself a cigarette before closing our conversation in the car.</span></span>
												</p>

												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"I wish you good luck, Eleanor. Live your best life with Judy and do whatever you think is right, keep her close to you no matter how bad things get."</span></span>
												</p>

												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Thanks Viktor! I'll try to do it, I promise. Why does this look like goodbye?"</span></span>
												</p>

												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Because I'm going on vacation! Thanks to you, I've earned enough eddies to drag my old carcass out of Night City! Keep the car, a gift from Rogue."</span></span>
												</p>

												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Well, I'll just have to get on with the job... Until we meet again, Viktor."</span></span>
												</p>

												<p style="text-align:center;">
													 
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													 
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													 
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175466" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness11.png.48bfb5efa013afbf49fed746f4c5d4fc.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness11.thumb.png.48b8d4c100c8fca2a4aec511fd062c59.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175466" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness11.thumb.png.48b8d4c100c8fca2a4aec511fd062c59.png" /></a>I went upstairs, took a quick shower and changed into combat gear. Militech was another corpo, specializing in weapons manufacturing and private military contracts. In my opinion, Rogue's nomad was intended to steal their wares, got caught nosing around and held captive until she ratted out her employer. Not on my watch.</span></span>
												</p>

												<p style="text-align:center;">
													 
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													 
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175467" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness12.png.8ba11e9294d39ade05b5813759503a61.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness12.thumb.png.58a4c21b31417bcda4faca8b96f2d8b3.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175467" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness12.thumb.png.58a4c21b31417bcda4faca8b96f2d8b3.png" /></a>I got in the car and headed for the desert. The coordinates pointed to the Sunshine Motel, a vacant establishment but with military trucks parked out front. No doubt, Militech had stationed themselves, their merchandise and the nomad prisoner here. </span></span>
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													 
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													 
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													 
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												<p style="text-align:center;">
													<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175468" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness13.png.ff3f30c4f13ce919954072e7cdd872a8.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness13.thumb.png.2f0fee3194185038055fb5fe7d128d67.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175468" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness13.thumb.png.2f0fee3194185038055fb5fe7d128d67.png" /></a>I stashed the car and moved behind the concrete barrier, pistol drawn. Scouting operation: Militech vehicles, robots and turrets programmed to defend the area, with a few armed guards. No problem, I just had them engage each other.</span></span>
												</p>

												<div>
													<div>
														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">What intrigued me more was the voices coming out of the motel's upstairs window. I needed to approach discreetly.</span></span>
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														<p style="text-align:center;">
															<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175472" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness14.png.ef1fbbed5d576f1171d4f6ec040f4676.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness14.thumb.png.fdefb7e5065b472eece8d7b28cfd11a8.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175472" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness14.thumb.png.fdefb7e5065b472eece8d7b28cfd11a8.png" /></a>As I circled the motel, I was able to climb up to the second floor. A guard emerged from the room and shouted in the direction of the lowered voice.</span></span>
														</p>

														<div>
															<div>
																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Stop bitching, I'll be back after a break. You'd better think about what to say when I come back if you want this to stop..."</span></span>
																</p>

																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">The prisoner must have been detained here, in this room, probably restrained. Only one way to find out...</span></span>
																</p>

																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	 
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																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	 
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																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175474" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness15.png.89f50beebc78015b2731fe17c2de42be.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness15.thumb.png.93283d227b6b5473512a99d683b3caf4.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175474" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness15.thumb.png.93283d227b6b5473512a99d683b3caf4.png" /></a>I walked into the room with the handgun aimed forward. The closer I got to the toilets, the more a foul smell assaulted my nostrils: a mixture of urine and excrement disgusting for my nose. An efficient way to torture someone easily...</span></span>
																</p>

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																<p style="text-align:center;">
																	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175478" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness16.png.5a825c17a11088f9d22815bcf813cb34.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness16.thumb.png.e9c14e301d19358484ad636e00c2159b.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175478" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness16.thumb.png.e9c14e301d19358484ad636e00c2159b.png" /></a></span></span>
																</p>

																<div>
																	<div>
																		<p style="text-align:center;">
																			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">The nomad was alive and well, hanging from the carabiner with ropes that kept her aloft. Militech's staff had stripped her topless and barefoot, leaving only the jeans. She had to suffer the bathroom's stench, but welcomed my presence.</span></span>
																		</p>

																		<p style="text-align:center;">
																			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Please untie me, I can't stand the smell any longer..."</span></span>
																		</p>

																		<p style="text-align:center;">
																			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"You must be Panam, I've been assigned to find you. Let's get the hell out of this place!"</span></span>
																		</p>

																		<p style="text-align:center;">
																			 
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																		<p style="text-align:center;">
																			 
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																		<p style="text-align:center;">
																			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175482" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness17.png.7bdfd9b7b56330cbf3bbb98c436c8b9c.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness17.thumb.png.f7821be15617df866371a14f268ce127.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175482" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness17.thumb.png.f7821be15617df866371a14f268ce127.png" /></a>Once untied, I carried her out of the bathroom. She had lost all muscle tone and needed a little help. Something that caught my eye when I held her in my arms was how opulent her breasts were, and natural ones too!</span></span>
																		</p>

																		<div>
																			<div>
																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Hang in there, we still have a task ahead of us."</span></span>
																				</p>

																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																					 
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																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																					 
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																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175483" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness18.png.4510fb6dec36ea5201476e05430b1770.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness18.thumb.png.fec267e4e2e82cb6e9bb9f15d5b49c45.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175483" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness18.thumb.png.fec267e4e2e82cb6e9bb9f15d5b49c45.png" /></a>I laid Panam on the overturned mattress. She coughed to clear the remains of the vile smell before gasping for air.</span></span>
																				</p>

																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Listen, my name's Eleanor. I've been sent by your fixer, Rogue, to locate you and your merchandise. We should get moving, the guard watching you has gone to the roof. Come on, we can deal with him."</span></span>
																				</p>

																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"I owe you one, girl, thanks."</span></span>
																				</p>

																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Don't mention it, but first we'll go through this mess together, okay?"</span></span>
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																					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175484" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness19.png.4b389208fd08d9511e56bc7cb86fb2eb.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness19.thumb.png.595b7ffe788110ceacde9d7667227a7d.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175484" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness19.thumb.png.595b7ffe788110ceacde9d7667227a7d.png" /></a>We took cover behind some Militech crates while I hacked into the drones and turrets at the motel entrance.</span></span>
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																				<div>
																					<div>
																						<p style="text-align:center;">
																							<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">“Great, this diversion should come in handy... Now about the cargo, where is it?"</span></span>
																						</p>

																						<p style="text-align:center;">
																							<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">Panam didn't answer me, but I heard a deep growl, the sound of someone out for revenge.</span></span>
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																						<p style="text-align:center;">
																							 
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																						<p style="text-align:center;">
																							<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175485" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness20.png.4fff9a911a81cb622039653f08df9a10.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness20.thumb.png.1780b54a4619400a09c3746c6b39bb05.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175485" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness20.thumb.png.1780b54a4619400a09c3746c6b39bb05.png" /></a>Panam wasn't messing around, half-naked and fearless, she charged straight at the guard who had interrogated her earlier, delivering a left kick to his upper torso. Caught by surprise, he crashed into the wall. I could only watch, my pistol aimed at them.</span></span>
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																							<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175489" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness21.png.058b3d73c0ee011f80c994310e72d0f7.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness21.thumb.png.f6ddd87ed9c08a3615f551299f8b9f78.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175489" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness21.thumb.png.f6ddd87ed9c08a3615f551299f8b9f78.png" /></a>I followed Panam's footsteps onto the roof overlooking the motel's outer courtyard.</span></span>
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																						<div>
																							<div>
																								<p style="text-align:center;">
																									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Okay Eleanor, that's the stuff, in the garage. A Militech prototype vehicle with armored defenses, automatic turrets and missile launchers. A high-tech jewel with a big payoff if you've got the right contacts."</span></span>
																								</p>

																								<p style="text-align:center;">
																									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Alright, what's your plan for stealing it?"</span></span>
																								</p>

																								<p style="text-align:center;">
																									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"I won't be much help, I've got no clothes and no weapons, but I can use your hacks to sneak into the garage. Security-wise, you'll have one or two patrols and the big guy guarding the truck to take out."</span></span>
																								</p>

																								<p style="text-align:center;">
																									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"On my first gunshot, you seize control of the Militech machines. Let's go."</span></span>
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																								<p style="text-align:center;">
																									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175490" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness22.png.e37074a08dcc2d17a1a3f90059ae2217.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness22.thumb.png.fd7957f424ffd2156452b4753396a6bc.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175490" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness22.thumb.png.fd7957f424ffd2156452b4753396a6bc.png" /></a>I went down to the courtyard. Not much activity, just a guard watching the horizon and the heavy guy standing next to the vehicle. I shot the first guy, giving Panam the green light to turn the robots against their masters.</span></span>
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																									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175492" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness23.png.e0dbdafeed359ee241e5ab490c5ae33e.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness23.thumb.png.bc52270ef1348aa4a29948f903cdb800.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175492" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness23.thumb.png.bc52270ef1348aa4a29948f903cdb800.png" /></a>I ran for cover behind the armored crates. Meanwhile, the motel entrance was also buzzing with bullets. Obviously, the big guy had his own autonomous robot. There was no way to hack into it, so I opted to spray him with lead in the head. </span></span>
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																									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175494" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness24.png.e344249a5603e3272901230b71f4867d.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness24.thumb.png.208c53b718413c0f23ca9084b5e13331.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175494" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness24.thumb.png.208c53b718413c0f23ca9084b5e13331.png" /></a>When the guard's heavy machine gun overheated, I used one of my brain implants to disable it entirely. This opening gave me a chance to retaliate, so I dashed towards the by-now unarmed man. It was time to strike the final blow.</span></span>
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																								<p style="text-align:center;">
																									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175496" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness25.png.0ff58a97bb4e3e6fa2749b5961732006.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness25.thumb.png.601bb2e872af4fe9e8f150959dab13b3.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175496" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness25.thumb.png.601bb2e872af4fe9e8f150959dab13b3.png" /></a>Once in range, I kicked his knee to fend him off before coldly executing him with a gunshot to the head. </span></span>
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																									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175498" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness26.png.4c27f266e1b7d369723aeeb35570c819.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness26.thumb.png.5eaff787ea404340c6da35b6db0a92e1.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175498" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness26.thumb.png.5eaff787ea404340c6da35b6db0a92e1.png" /></a>The motel fell somewhat quiet again. I heard footsteps on my left and aimed in that direction. The last Militech guard was there, knocked out by Panam the nomad with a single punch to his face. She spoke loudly:</span></span>
																								</p>

																								<div>
																									<div>
																										<p style="text-align:center;">
																											<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"What are you waiting for? Grab the keys off the dead guy and let's get the hell out of here, I'm driving!"</span></span>
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																											<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175501" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness27.png.73e3c221454b93e3f1a6605c7321fe4f.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness27.thumb.png.78a1633029de5e0c30c3a7cb5d0c8cad.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175501" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness27.thumb.png.78a1633029de5e0c30c3a7cb5d0c8cad.png" /></a>Panam had set course for the small wilderness town of Rocky Ridge, northeast of Night City. On the way, she told me its unfortunate demise.</span></span>
																										</p>

																										<div>
																											<div>
																												<p style="text-align:center;">
																													<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"With the highway expansion underway, the locals hoped to bring some prosperity back to their place. When the project was suspended, it created the opposite effect, a mass exodus to Night City. Rocky Ridge became just another ghost town among the hundreds, if not thousands, in California. Anyway, this is where we'll warehouse the truck, to keep it safe until I get in touch with my client."</span></span>
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																													<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175503" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness28.png.bde7382630f7188a670a3038df92bf03.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness28.thumb.png.792a5aa38fab17e7adca06e4dc66b0f6.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175503" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness28.thumb.png.792a5aa38fab17e7adca06e4dc66b0f6.png" /></a>Panam parked the armored truck in the derelict Rocky Ridge gas station. We assessed the situation outside, taking a quick overview of recent events.</span></span>
																												</p>

																												<div>
																													<div>
																														<p style="text-align:center;">
																															<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"We fucking did it! I don't think I'd have made it without your help, girl... Many thanks for saving my ass."</span></span>
																														</p>

																														<p style="text-align:center;">
																															<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"It was my pleasure, I couldn't let go those luscious breasts..."</span></span>
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																														<p style="text-align:center;">
																															<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Ahah look who's been staring at my body the whole time! Let's get a drink, I'm so thirsty."</span></span>
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																															<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175505" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness29.png.7c0fccb6831aa36ddcb7cf479f90f960.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness29.thumb.png.761e843d5729cb761e837e04cf3ada8a.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175505" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness29.thumb.png.761e843d5729cb761e837e04cf3ada8a.png" /></a>The nomad knew her way around and took me to the bar opposite the gas station. The place was also abandoned, but enough booze remained to keep it running for a while.</span></span>
																														</p>

																														<div>
																															<div>
																																<p style="text-align:center;">
																																	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Take your pick Eleanor, plenty to choose from!"</span></span>
																																</p>

																																<p style="text-align:center;">
																																	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"I've got a favor to ask, since I just rescued you... Did they use your breasts to label the beer bottles? There's a true likeness..."</span></span>
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																																<p style="text-align:center;">
																																	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Very funny, you know what, I'm going to have one of those myself!"</span></span>
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																																	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175506" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness30.png.a8f86d66bc1ab457377b8531974aa728.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness30.thumb.png.8a254680da633bc632c7684f9b909fd2.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175506" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness30.thumb.png.8a254680da633bc632c7684f9b909fd2.png" /></a>Panam sat down as if she owned the place, took the bottle of beer bearing her portrait, put her feet up on the table and gazed out over the deserted city.</span></span>
																																</p>

																																<div>
																																	<div>
																																		<p style="text-align:center;">
																																			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Seriously, I might need an expert to get me out of Night City incognito. You know, it's that sort of high-stakes job that forces you to slip through the cracks. So, if I contact you one day, will you be able to help me, Panam?"</span></span>
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																																		<p style="text-align:center;">
																																			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"I owe you one, Eleanor. Of course I'll lend a hand, I know the area better than anyone!"</span></span>
																																		</p>

																																		<p style="text-align:center;">
																																			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Great, I'll let you close the deal. I'm returning to Night City, until next time!"</span></span>
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																																			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175508" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness31.png.ed3bf7142c4887260d3fcd191c31dde2.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness31.thumb.png.2a901ca71a61ac7eb6f9ab4133376e72.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175508" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness31.thumb.png.2a901ca71a61ac7eb6f9ab4133376e72.png" /></a>After this busy job, I managed to find my way back to Night City to spend some time with my sweetheart Judy, at her apartment. We sat on her couch and talked about the day's events.</span></span>
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																																		<p style="text-align:center;">
																																			 
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																																			<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175510" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness32.png.fd0b07fe05b8106e4d7239a290802029.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness32.thumb.png.f9fb24cee915f13ea1d86e0c279192ae.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175510" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness32.thumb.png.f9fb24cee915f13ea1d86e0c279192ae.png" /></a>"Go into the desert, eliminate bad guys, recover an armored car, save a half-naked girl... Let's just say I had a great time today!"</span></span>
																																		</p>

																																		<div>
																																			<div>
																																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																																					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Did you? Should I be worried about this chick?"</span></span>
																																				</p>

																																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																																					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Nah, even if she was pretty hot, with breasts twice my size."</span></span>
																																				</p>

																																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																																					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"I'm sensing a bit of envy around here..."</span></span>
																																				</p>

																																				<p style="text-align:center;">
																																					<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"You bet I am, I know someone who could have had fun with those!"</span></span>
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																																							<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"You know, you're wearing the same undies as when I first met you Judy, so I'd be lying if I say it doesn't turn me on a little..."</span></span>
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																																									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"El', what the hell? Get off me!"</span></span>
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																																									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Tonight, I'm the mistress, I'm the one in charge! If you have a problem with that, by all means, fight me Judy."</span></span>
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																																									<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Ugh... Fine... You bitch!"</span></span>
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																																											<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">After removing Judy's underwear and tying her wrists, we went to her room. She tried to speak, but I hushed her with my hand.</span></span>
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																																											<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Did your mistress give you permission? I don't think she did. I wonder what I'm going to do to punish you for that swear word you used a minute ago... Guess we have the whole night to find out!"</span></span>
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																																											<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2175519" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness36.png.87794bc7b9d8506bbe782ac51962f4ca.png" rel=""><img alt="Wilderness36.thumb.png.315145837ca8f821998f4f98eb4041de.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2175519" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_10/Wilderness36.thumb.png.315145837ca8f821998f4f98eb4041de.png" /></a>I put Judy on her bed in a kneeling position and stood right behind, kissing her neck while fingering her. She didn't try to resist, only moaned in pleasure. I whispered sweet nothings in her ear:</span></span>
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																																													<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"You're an amazing woman, I will never grow tired of these precious moments spent with you Judy..."</span></span>
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">22597</guid><pubDate>Fri, 18 Oct 2024 14:01:44 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Chapter 5 | Bonding</title><link>https://www.loverslab.com/blogs/entry/22497-chapter-5-bonding/</link><description><![CDATA[<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2162786" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding01.png.de538747bb27f57a173c8fccc601e710.png" rel=""><img alt="Bonding01.thumb.png.2acaa26b7ddd3ff69933e793d0a8657f.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2162786" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding01.thumb.png.2acaa26b7ddd3ff69933e793d0a8657f.png" /></a>Yep, that's my face when I wake up every day: a zombie rising from the dead. I'd been living in the new apartment for several weeks now and was an absolute fan: well positioned, shops nearby, comfort to spare. I had nights of sleep that restored me like never before, despite my head's look.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2162787" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding02.png.5b0fbde8d3e823a325d88e820f4fdc3d.png" rel=""><img alt="Bonding02.thumb.png.adcecc38588935a655c34cae8a8d8812.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2162787" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding02.thumb.png.adcecc38588935a655c34cae8a8d8812.png" /></a>Once out of bed, I stretched and yawned while heading for the kitchen. I worked a lot less, taking a low-key mercenary job once in a while. Ever since my night with Judy, she'd been on my mind. We saw each other a few times in between, like sex girlfriends. I didn't know if I wanted more of the relationship, but I wanted to keep Judy close, no doubt about it. </span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2162788" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding03.png.7baed63a845efe1d3a9b10a5de10c41c.png" rel=""><img alt="Bonding03.thumb.png.fc3266bf85f79f99218af89571e24062.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2162788" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding03.thumb.png.fc3266bf85f79f99218af89571e24062.png" /></a>Speaking of the devil, Judy had left me a message on the phone.</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">“Hey Eleanor, make yourself available tonight, I need someone I can trust for a project of mine. Think of it as one of our regular dates with a twist! I'll send you the address right after."</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">This woman intrigued me, so of course I was going to meet her. The texted location showed up just outside Night City, a trailer park on the eastern edge of town.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2162789" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding04.png.a2ef60af08b39ceaca814b3c82914df4.png" rel=""><img alt="Bonding04.thumb.png.84b080f1916642b9f9059eb254b0ddce.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2162789" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding04.thumb.png.84b080f1916642b9f9059eb254b0ddce.png" /></a>I took a long, hot shower in which I imagined how the evening would go with Judy. Just thinking about it made me slightly aroused. She really had a gift for turning me on, even in my thoughts.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2162790" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding05.png.125c171b11b73b63a1fd1a8f1b272c79.png" rel=""><img alt="Bonding05.thumb.png.d89400ad1f3ac349c202440887cabd7a.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2162790" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding05.thumb.png.d89400ad1f3ac349c202440887cabd7a.png" /></a>I got dressed and headed for the parking lot. Night City's day slowly drew to a close, gradually replaced by a Californian sunset. Riding at this hour towards the city outskirts, I knew there wouldn't be much traffic. </span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2162791" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding06.png.f3a95111b58579b1b00ea464f9943064.png" rel=""><img alt="Bonding06.thumb.png.62216222cb6fea2be3af97f3403ddaa3.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2162791" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding06.thumb.png.62216222cb6fea2be3af97f3403ddaa3.png" /></a>As predicted, the traffic flow was fairly light and I crossed Japantown neighborhood entirely. The television studios on each side marked the district's limits. Behind them lay the badlands, the deserted country side of Night City. Only a short time left before joining my favorite hacker. </span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2162792" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding07.png.82804eb2445f52e52850e5f344521a1a.png" rel=""><img alt="Bonding07.thumb.png.1a409561a531a0cd11003f5d7bc4acca.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2162792" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding07.thumb.png.1a409561a531a0cd11003f5d7bc4acca.png" /></a>Judy was waiting for me outside the brightly lit trailer. I never thought to find this kind of cozy place here. I took her hand and touched her sweet face as a greeting.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Hey you! How long has it been since our last date? I've missed you Judy."</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Oh Eleanor, feeling emotional already? I'm glad you came tonight, you're gonna help me with my little project, let's go in."</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2162793" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding08.png.275e8534b41dbf537f6ab6634157d5d3.png" rel=""><img alt="Bonding08.thumb.png.1bbfcf7281a4278418d2571c8a50af1d.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2162793" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding08.thumb.png.1bbfcf7281a4278418d2571c8a50af1d.png" /></a>I followed my host's hand to a room with a soft bed and scented candles all around.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Do you like the interior? I spent all day working on it."</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Judy, it's sublime! I couldn't have wished for a better setting for one of our dates."</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Perfect, you'll love what's coming next, sit down on the bed!"</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2162794" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding09.png.9c2d35f751a344556d09c66c40babe2d.png" rel=""><img alt="Bonding09.thumb.png.71f88b24a269b6c2a879919f3770a0ca.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2162794" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding09.thumb.png.71f88b24a269b6c2a879919f3770a0ca.png" /></a>"Why are you taking pictures of me, Judy? I know I'm pretty enough for you!"</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"These photos will be used for my new project: a braindance that you'll have the honor of embodying! So that I'm not the only one who can admire your beauty, your sensuality and even... your sexuality!"</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"In a way, I'm your modeling muse, aren't I? I like the idea, can you call her Celeste?"</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Sure can! Come on, take off your jacket and shoes, make yourself at home, I need more shots!"</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2162795" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding10.png.9d9ebad0bb23e2511c39720d9398bd89.png" rel=""><img alt="Bonding10.thumb.png.622cbdfc0dc5489688112b807a6acc5d.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2162795" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding10.thumb.png.622cbdfc0dc5489688112b807a6acc5d.png" /></a>"Alright babe, just pose as you like, I'll take plenty of pics! You open with a simple kneeling pose, that's great, keep smiling, you'll make the camera blush!"</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">Judy really put her mind to it, ready to capture my candid shots. I couldn't resist her, she was so excited about the whole thing!</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2162796" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding11.png.d7db4dbceb5bba7fc14620b0f0ccb0af.png" rel=""><img alt="Bonding11.thumb.png.59fbda675b5b4b298e8e4a6cf4c9a284.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2162796" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding11.thumb.png.59fbda675b5b4b298e8e4a6cf4c9a284.png" /></a>"Oh yes, Eleanor doing the pose! Your lovely face with your feet dangling in the background, you sure know how to win hearts, don't you? And with those eyes... How could anyone deny you anything?"</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">Judy was right, I knew how to charm the camera, even if it meant showing my soles to the audience.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2162797" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding12.png.6110eb0ce38c5cf428677ff2dd7382f9.png" rel=""><img alt="Bonding12.thumb.png.3590826483011025632db4c001317a3c.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2162797" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding12.thumb.png.3590826483011025632db4c001317a3c.png" /></a>"That side-lying pose with that smirk... If I wasn't busy taking your picture, I'd have already jumped on you to take your clothes off... You're beautiful, my Celeste in the making! I might need one last photo, just for me, to complete the process. Can you show me your feet for a close-up shot?"</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2162799" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding13.png.f94f404acf6f104d38a2e0a3b00d0da6.png" rel=""><img alt="Bonding13.thumb.png.ec3414e561c82d14affa60ca37f52aad.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2162799" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding13.thumb.png.ec3414e561c82d14affa60ca37f52aad.png" /></a>"Oh yes, this is perfect! I'm definitely going to keep it close to me... For obvious technical reasons! Nothing to do with your feet and those gorgeous soles in the foreground."</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">So Judy did have a foot fetish... I liked being her model, and the project's excuse gave her the right motivation to play up her kinky side.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2162800" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding14.png.a99d977bfee06be79bd5286f25c9c57e.png" rel=""><img alt="Bonding14.thumb.png.1e89d0b07b429efb9ab0586d013fa74c.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2162800" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding14.thumb.png.1e89d0b07b429efb9ab0586d013fa74c.png" /></a>Judy reviewed the photos she had taken of me. Some of them were really good, I could have made a career as a model myself, or in the porn industry for that matter...</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"So, did you make up your mind? Which pictures will be used for your Celeste project? Can you send them to me too?"</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Mmh, yeah..."</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Would you mind sharing?"</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">After a brief silence, nothing. The bitch was totally ignoring me!</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2162801" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding15.png.e526333c2f266026aab0d1983a324a24.png" rel=""><img alt="Bonding15.thumb.png.6fe964c33af457c951bfe5b93edd9a18.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2162801" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding15.thumb.png.6fe964c33af457c951bfe5b93edd9a18.png" /></a>I climbed onto Judy's lap and poked her face with my index finger to trigger a reply.</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Hey you, don't you dare ignore me! You took my picture, I showed you my feet and this is how I get thanked? Unbelievable."</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Ahah Eleanor, sorry sorry! When I'm focused on my work, I just can't think of anything else. But I promise we'll have fun now..."</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Are we? So what do you have in mind?"</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Tonight, I'm in charge! Let's go to the dungeon."</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2162802" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding16.png.d73d15d3d65281470d902c7b8dfb1ae3.png" rel=""><img alt="Bonding16.thumb.png.85ed6c67dcc03dd79bb8c0960cfda851.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2162802" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding16.thumb.png.85ed6c67dcc03dd79bb8c0960cfda851.png" /></a>Judy led me into the trailer's second room. She wasn't lying when she called it a dungeon.</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Welcome to my naughty nest! We have some props to play with, ropes, chains, collars, just the kind of binding you need!"</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Uh, that's great but... I'm a little anxious all of a sudden..."</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Come on, Eleanor, don't be shy! Now take off all your clothes, I'm going to gear you up for tonight."</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2162803" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding17.png.2f3b615c7237bc3a47fb8b9cb5bb3ead.png" rel=""><img alt="Bonding17.thumb.png.db2e53084b8f05f5998607657f7e74b7.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2162803" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding17.thumb.png.db2e53084b8f05f5998607657f7e74b7.png" /></a>By gearing up, Judy meant chaining up. Naked and kneeling on the huge bed, my hands tied to my elbows behind my back, I could only await what the lady in charge wanted to happen next. She had also changed into another outfit to reflect her new self.</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Wow Judy... You're so sexy dressed like that! And pretty damned scary too!"</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2162804" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding18.png.e5e22397f3351aa63d40eebe0d2c040d.png" rel=""><img alt="Bonding18.thumb.png.a1efdfbb927880672fede0c9024e5a7c.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2162804" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding18.thumb.png.a1efdfbb927880672fede0c9024e5a7c.png" /></a>"Eleanor... You've been a bad girl. You're about to be punished for your wicked behavior. I'm your Mistress, if you don't call me by that name I'll discipline you even more, is that clear?"</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Yes... Mistress."</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">Judy had a cold, shifty look in her eyes. Without knowing her, I would have been threatened easily. But seeing her like this... My whole body was starting to get excited.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2162805" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding19.png.8f73813efe09986fa35508f240b7112c.png" rel=""><img alt="Bonding19.thumb.png.89fc9ecfc2ac697bb8290601a3375702.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2162805" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding19.thumb.png.89fc9ecfc2ac697bb8290601a3375702.png" /></a>Dominatrix Judy had shoved me to the side and closed in like a predator on its prey.</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"So gorgeous and so helpless... You drive me crazy Eleanor, I'm fingering myself a little before I come after you."</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">I was both surprised and fascinated by my partner's new role.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2162806" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding20.png.5067a376465d12ef01f6b19efe0aa47a.png" rel=""><img alt="Bonding20.thumb.png.f37896201decae0ec4adeeca8544e747.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2162806" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding20.thumb.png.f37896201decae0ec4adeeca8544e747.png" /></a>She put me on my stomach and lifted my legs. I didn't particularly like her next move.</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Are your feet... ticklish by any chance? Your chuckle says you are!"</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Ahahah! Stop it Judy, my feet are sensitive!"</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"What happened to the title you're supposed to call me by? That deserves a prolonged penalty..."</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Hihihi, forgive me Mistress, please cut it out!"</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2162807" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding21.png.0d1dcfb7df68632c8bfdf3dc48bdfbc0.png" rel=""><img alt="Bonding21.thumb.png.0df040460493a784dc1529ce4299befc.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2162807" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding21.thumb.png.0df040460493a784dc1529ce4299befc.png" /></a>My night mistress had placed me back on my knees before tickling my sides.</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Who said I was done with you? You appear to be far more ticklish on your upper body than on your feet, Eleanor."</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Ahahahahahah! Oh my God, I am! Please Mistress, I beg you, stop!"</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"You're far too loud, luckily I've still got one toy left to make you more... silent."</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">Judy had completely shaken me up, I was tickled and she managed to get me all horny.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2162808" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding22.png.d7c5456d4b6ebed3b1186e263024eb83.png" rel=""><img alt="Bonding22.thumb.png.94a14b54afaf4b91ac6bedb32bccd1a2.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2162808" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding22.thumb.png.94a14b54afaf4b91ac6bedb32bccd1a2.png" /></a>To keep me quiet, Mistress took out a ball gag mask and slipped it over my mouth. Then she fingered and fondled her breasts while looking at me so helplessly.</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Sorry, I can't help it... You're so sexy like that... Oh yes, my gorgeous subject Eleanor!"</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">I scowled at her furiously, eager to embrace my own arousal.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2162809" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding23.png.8baad3280897378eeadc417e91e845d5.png" rel=""><img alt="Bonding23.thumb.png.f95fe906e334cc0e36d0ed5af255656a.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2162809" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding23.thumb.png.f95fe906e334cc0e36d0ed5af255656a.png" /></a>"Don't worry, I haven't forgotten you my pet, kneel down and bend over."</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">I did as she said. Mistress used her latest toy, a dildo belt, to fuck me with great passion. Each time she moved in and out of me, I felt so much pleasure that I gradually came closer to orgasm...</span></span>
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	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2162810" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding24.png.b01ea03315732e61595fcff480838f1a.png" rel=""><img alt="Bonding24.thumb.png.b458bce916d893cbaf9011954d0eb151.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2162810" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Bonding24.thumb.png.b458bce916d893cbaf9011954d0eb151.png" /></a>Until she denied my climax. Mistress Judy linked my bound hands to the huge chain that stretched over the bed. And for good measure, she took an iron bar and secured it to my ankles to make sure I stayed perfectly still. Obviously, she tickled my foot while doing so.</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">"Consider this payback for our first date, Eleanor. I know you loved every moment of that night, even tough people need a bit of taming."</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;">She was fairly accurate.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2153234" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership01.png.d7d2eaf2c9e6998f9b627f25210dcc19.png" rel=""><img alt="Partnership01.thumb.png.61303e56e8a2c7e175c4355563fbabc5.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2153234" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership01.thumb.png.61303e56e8a2c7e175c4355563fbabc5.png" /></a>A few days after my victory, I got a call from Judy, the young woman I met at the final. I didn't have the time to chat with her, but Viktor had given her my contact details, because he knew we'd get on well together. Judy had arranged a meeting at the Cherry Blossom Market around nightfall.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2153238" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership02.png.0e5f59ee5e5cb8da43a13df579245df9.png" rel=""><img alt="Partnership02.thumb.png.a820ae07604bd666fdc57eb09222622e.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2153238" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership02.thumb.png.a820ae07604bd666fdc57eb09222622e.png" /></a>With my earnings, I had bought myself a new wardrobe and finally a motorcycle, an excellent vehicle for riding through Night City. I still had half my cash prize, which I kept in reserve until I could find a decent place to settle down. </span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2153240" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership03.png.6a6e9b4951a0a4481b477dafc27caba1.png" rel=""><img alt="Partnership03.thumb.png.12109fc015a1d16a45529c857fcc025c.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2153240" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership03.thumb.png.12109fc015a1d16a45529c857fcc025c.png" /></a>Judy was waiting for me on a bench above the market.</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"There she is, Eleanor the Celeste! Damn, I didn't think you'd win, but you did! Thanks to you, the Moxes and I made a lot of eddies!"</span></span>
</p>

<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Please Judy, the thrill was all mine! To what do I owe this meeting?"</span></span>
</p>

<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Well, Viktor told me where you lived, and I figured you could have something much better. Follow me. "</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2153243" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership04.png.29fa917de2087af3393a84c52df72441.png" rel=""><img alt="Partnership04.thumb.png.11b5c05f4f304234448c2f56ffbbe0e3.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2153243" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership04.thumb.png.11b5c05f4f304234448c2f56ffbbe0e3.png" /></a>"So Eleanor, what's your background? I've never heard your name anywhere in Night City."</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Long story short, I used to be a corpo for Arasaka. A few months ago, I was kicked out flat... So since then, I've returned to my real name and I'm trying to survive, just like everyone else. What about you Judy?"</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"I'm a techie in braindance or BD. I work for the Mox in their HQ, at Lizzie's bar. You know the place?"</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Yeah. So you're the genius behind these creations, you do a terrific job!"</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Thanks! We're almost there."</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2153244" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership05.png.aec9dbc5f16a361fda56a152ef82d638.png" rel=""><img alt="Partnership05.thumb.png.e7da74372ed9317dd16b901d44c499af.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2153244" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership05.thumb.png.e7da74372ed9317dd16b901d44c499af.png" /></a>After a brief walk, Judy stopped in front of a modest building.</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"This is it. Okay, the building doesn't give you a good feeling, and it's underneath the freeway, but you'll see, the inside is much cooler than the outside!"</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"I certainly hope so, even my dingy motel is much fancier next to it."</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2153246" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership06.png.6455cd47f0c891dd64a2cd359392f4af.png" rel=""><img alt="Partnership06.thumb.png.602d12f4ef7d6e2ca6e9aca640dcbe1f.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2153246" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership06.thumb.png.602d12f4ef7d6e2ca6e9aca640dcbe1f.png" /></a>When we walked through the door of the fifth-floor apartment, Judy wasn't messing with me.</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Damn, this is so cozy and I love the ambience. How much is it?"</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"You can rent it for 30,000 eurodollars and have it right away. Sounds good?"</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Let's go for it! Thanks Judy, you're a real pro!"</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"You're welcome, I'll let you get settled, I have to go to the office. Why don't you come by the bar tonight? We'll have a drink to celebrate, okay?"</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"I'm in, baby!"</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2153247" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership07.png.4464288ea330a21cbdd364298319b418.png" rel=""><img alt="Partnership07.thumb.png.6153b8d304c77dcb682122c8370b8bbe.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2153247" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership07.thumb.png.6153b8d304c77dcb682122c8370b8bbe.png" /></a>I had a large living space with a lounge, a kitchen and this desk, overlooking the Corpos district. Again and again, the world revolved around them. But enough of that, today was my little victory, a nice place I could call home.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2153248" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership08.png.36adb9f537721eb40ab4b59ff9f5f91e.png" rel=""><img alt="Partnership08.thumb.png.f04b55d365c5cd255b69e75c3e88d3fd.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2153248" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership08.thumb.png.f04b55d365c5cd255b69e75c3e88d3fd.png" /></a>After a motorcycle ride to the motel to pick up my things, I settled in. Jacket down, boots kicked off, I watched TV to kill time. Once past midnight, I'd get dressed to go out, take the train to Lizzie's bar and enjoy myself like a lady of the night. </span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2153249" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership09.png.a733a7a4d6cefc880ceb72c1546bc5a0.png" rel=""><img alt="Partnership09.thumb.png.10207b308f00065dc2ad73e8658cee7b.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2153249" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership09.thumb.png.10207b308f00065dc2ad73e8658cee7b.png" /></a>I didn't have much evening wear left, but this blue dress with its matching heels was really something! Wanna know a dirty secret? I never wear anything underneath. You suspected it, didn't you, you naughty boys! Well, if I play my cards right tonight, someone else will be delighted. </span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2153250" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership10.png.1e1b9caa58762f848758454f3b3c1c25.png" rel=""><img alt="Partnership10.thumb.png.41d7073707ff791ba612705f144b8857.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2153250" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership10.thumb.png.41d7073707ff791ba612705f144b8857.png" /></a>I arrived outside the establishment after my train ride. A pretty building with cat-shaped neon lights tempting our darkest desires to spend eurodollars on BD and booze. My kind of dope. Judy notified me by phone that she had a technical glitch to fix, so I had to amuse myself alone in the meantime.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2153251" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership11.png.23cfdfd1034136c7da9483ec77aaa3b0.png" rel=""><img alt="Partnership11.thumb.png.d8c8ee26a16fd4d43273482d96130ae1.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2153251" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership11.thumb.png.d8c8ee26a16fd4d43273482d96130ae1.png" /></a>"Bartender! Put this on my tab, I'll be back for more!"</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">Once inside, I went straight to the bar for a beer to freshen up. I was in a festive mood tonight, and nothing would stop me from having an absolute blast.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2153252" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership12.png.11e75cf23c4b9018ec0e4f159b5538fe.png" rel=""><img alt="Partnership12.thumb.png.a8289ca551032ce27fbfc43be15c557b.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2153252" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership12.thumb.png.a8289ca551032ce27fbfc43be15c557b.png" /></a>Upstairs, the nightclub area attracted my attention. And after a few beers in the system, let me tell you, I've got a hip swing that would make a showgirl blush. I'd joined a group of clubbers who were also dancing to the electro music playing in the room. I blew their minds, until I needed to refuel my body with liquor. </span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2153255" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership13.png.7f3725c432194b647bce39f16ed6aba2.png" rel=""><img alt="Partnership13.thumb.png.65def36036eaa84bfb31fa3cbc022bee.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2153255" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership13.thumb.png.65def36036eaa84bfb31fa3cbc022bee.png" /></a>When I returned to the bar, my memories became blurred mostly because of the beers and tequila shots. I was about to end up on shots of whisky before a friendly hand patted me on the shoulder.</span></span>
</p>

<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Hey Eleanor, sorry I'm late, how are you holding up? Looks like you've been very busy. Let's call it a night, I'll take you back to my place, it's right around the corner from the bar."</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2153256" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership14.png.86b166c3db0ac27416f39253e202ee78.png" rel=""><img alt="Partnership14.thumb.png.937e25e2868cab2c1bb3ed61e9a4f8e0.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2153256" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership14.thumb.png.937e25e2868cab2c1bb3ed61e9a4f8e0.png" /></a></span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">On the way to Judy's apartment, I remember tripping and collapsing in an alley, courtesy of my damn stilettos. I couldn't tell if she was angry or laughing, but she looked lovely in the neon lighting. It wasn't just the alcohol, but I had a little crush on Judy.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2153257" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership15.png.dbe26c287fa21cd584e26e216585d22e.png" rel=""><img alt="Partnership15.thumb.png.3410741d223bc71777ab185b6bf3d8e8.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2153257" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership15.thumb.png.3410741d223bc71777ab185b6bf3d8e8.png" /></a>I didn't know how it happened, but the heels were off my feet. I was half passed out, half sleeping in Judy's kitchen. She poured herself a glass of whisky and laughed at me, finally speaking up:</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"While I had to stop a hacker from stealing porn BD, the girl I was supposed to be celebrating with got so drunk I had to let her stay overnight. What a night,</span></span>
</p>

<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Please shut up, my head aches so badly!"</span></span>
</p>

<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"How about a drink like mine? All kidding aside, I'm going to remove my make-up and take a shower. You in the meantime sober up here and I'll get the couch ready for you. Deal?"</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2153258" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership16.png.f680c8b14484ede6ac7033eeabd1e79a.png" rel=""><img alt="Partnership16.thumb.png.219fffa3a96a9046727a1cf5856539b8.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2153258" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership16.thumb.png.219fffa3a96a9046727a1cf5856539b8.png" /></a>Recovery is the key. When Judy came out of the bathroom, all I wanted was to enjoy a torrid night with her.</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"What are you up to, Eleanor? Your gaze scares me a little."</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Now that I'm feeling better, I'd like us to have some time together, to celebrate."</span></span>
</p>

<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"And what makes you think I want to do that tonight?"</span></span>
</p>

<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Because you wouldn't have taken me to your place to begin with. Deep down, you feel the same way, don't you?"</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2153259" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership17.png.e5916a2d59cfa79c173dda0c51dbae57.png" rel=""><img alt="Partnership17.thumb.png.2bf786872e75a743090f2a03508f9d5e.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2153259" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership17.thumb.png.2bf786872e75a743090f2a03508f9d5e.png" /></a>Judy froze at my words, not quite sure what to do or think. I pinned her against the giant aquarium and held her arms over her head. Tonight, she was mine.</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Listen, I think you're gorgeous, clever and you give off a vibe that turns me on. Let me thank you, in my own way, for the apartment. Shall we?"</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">No talk, but I took her nod in approval.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2153260" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership18.png.224f8a20c68579f3e8adceb8c84fd4b0.png" rel=""><img alt="Partnership18.thumb.png.4c860603247edc9daf0c864df774e610.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2153260" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership18.thumb.png.4c860603247edc9daf0c864df774e610.png" /></a>In my eagerness, I carried Judy to her room. She wasn't thrilled with the idea, but she found her voice again.</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Eleanor, put me down! I don't like this!"</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Come on Judy, you don't weigh that much, I can take you to your bed."</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"You bitch!"</span></span>
</p>

<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Save the sweet talk for what's coming, hmm?"</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2153261" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership19.png.1067ba7320eca795f34836b712d95443.png" rel=""><img alt="Partnership19.thumb.png.f6ef081deff95ad0936868ec4d85dc57.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2153261" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership19.thumb.png.f6ef081deff95ad0936868ec4d85dc57.png" /></a>I dropped Judy on the bed and took off my dress. She admired at my naked body, yet felt defiant with her feet raised towards me.</span></span>
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<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"You're so beautiful, I could worship you and your soles all night long. However, for this first one, let's settle on something much simpler, yeah?"</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2153262" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership20.png.bdfcea81bfc6d64b24e320304243fbdd.png" rel=""><img alt="Partnership20.thumb.png.295d5db4ba8faff6b430d2f45213e736.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2153262" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership20.thumb.png.295d5db4ba8faff6b430d2f45213e736.png" /></a>I got on the bed too. Judy removed her undies and we began foreplay. Her lips were so soft and her kisses so pure. She was no longer worried, she was back in control. </span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2153264" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership21.png.9b002a73a4f95d893f7e68a428bb73f5.png" rel=""><img alt="Partnership21.thumb.png.8cb51befc65d5ed170a7b8d4dd25080d.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2153264" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership21.thumb.png.8cb51befc65d5ed170a7b8d4dd25080d.png" /></a>Then, both of us on our knees, we groped each other's pussies. I could feel that she was as experienced as I was, knowing exactly where to lay her finger to make me moan. I returned the favor whenever she touched me. </span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2153267" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership22.png.a27e9f9b37e23338a073971be32dafbb.png" rel=""><img alt="Partnership22.thumb.png.bee9217a3482f6264583465a2c2adba9.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2153267" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership22.thumb.png.bee9217a3482f6264583465a2c2adba9.png" /></a>"Oh my, you were wonderful Judy! This body and your tattoos... It's making me even more crazy about you."</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Thanks Eleanor, you caught me a little off guard but I loved it! You know what, let me give you one last treat, I can see you're craving for more."</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Give everything you've got babe!"</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2153268" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership23.png.2a5c02e55970fc2c77233d2c83f8e992.png" rel=""><img alt="Partnership23.thumb.png.01a0ce32e174433aa41fab92ff8a5651.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2153268" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership23.thumb.png.01a0ce32e174433aa41fab92ff8a5651.png" /></a>Judy got on top this time, kissed me while fingering me. No doubt about it, she had her way with women. I felt so much pleasure and passion from her, I wished it could last forever.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Looks like someone's arousal is maxed out, already wet down there!"</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2153271" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership24.png.38263748dcea5ceab79918476221beca.png" rel=""><img alt="Partnership24.thumb.png.4f03675802c61962409ee35b192cb5dc.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2153271" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_09/Partnership24.thumb.png.4f03675802c61962409ee35b192cb5dc.png" /></a>After making me cum a second time for the night, Judy came closer and spoke softly in my ear.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"I didn't expect any of this to happen on our first night, but I don't regret it! What a way to celebrate our new partnership, don't you think Eleanor?"</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Oh yes, even if the alcohol made it easier! Damn, I'm worn out, you're a godsend Judy!"</span></span>
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">22407</guid><pubDate>Mon, 16 Sep 2024 10:31:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Chapter 3 | Tournament</title><link>https://www.loverslab.com/blogs/entry/22268-chapter-3-tournament/</link><description><![CDATA[<p style="text-align:center;">
	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2137921" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament01.png.1a5a7a339c89cede1517b60d7955375d.png" rel=""><img alt="Tournament01.thumb.png.609e53acdfeb4d7950b800eb6e63ef37.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2137921" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament01.thumb.png.609e53acdfeb4d7950b800eb6e63ef37.png" /></a>As the tournament approached, Vik signed me up and agreed to coach me. Having a doctor who could patch me up if I got knocked down seemed a smart idea. The doctor's orders were clear: train my cardio and my footwork. That's how I started running, one hour a day, from my dingy motel to the waterfront. </span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2137922" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament02.png.2f6f8deb01b5fdcd6a923328722cc5b7.png" rel=""><img alt="Tournament02.thumb.png.51855b85cbc8d6ce1eebb93029c94145.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2137922" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament02.thumb.png.51855b85cbc8d6ce1eebb93029c94145.png" /></a>To be frank, it felt really good! With my corpo background, I had totally neglected the athletic aspect of my training. I used to kick bags or people, sometimes. Not everything could be overcome by cybernetic implants. I learned the hard way to ignore them when things went down.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2137923" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament03.png.231e064b9ea328a415ae39ad2c6b820e.png" rel=""><img alt="Tournament03.thumb.png.368de332d174e4ed44e72de3b29cba8c.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2137923" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament03.thumb.png.368de332d174e4ed44e72de3b29cba8c.png" /></a>Damn, it's over! Time for some stretching and relaxation exercises, to prevent unnecessary injuries. It felt nice to spend some time here, as the waterfront under the Californian sunset was giving Night City its dignity back.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2137925" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament04.png.2d5103651c425790ed9586bd4e873395.png" rel=""><img alt="Tournament04.thumb.png.77db72d895482d2d69c1e99e77d5aa25.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2137925" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament04.thumb.png.77db72d895482d2d69c1e99e77d5aa25.png" /></a>Most of the fighters at the tournament were boxers. As for me, I specialized in taekwondo. Fists against feet. Hence Viktor's advice: regain my stamina to support my kicking. I needed speed and agility both to strike and to hold my ground. </span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2137928" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament05.png.958cd6521d91485dec1dea9bcc1b3e6f.png" rel=""><img alt="Tournament05.thumb.png.dce605b235f3b5ce3838e8ad2e61867f.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2137928" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament05.thumb.png.dce605b235f3b5ce3838e8ad2e61867f.png" /></a>Stretching helped me restore my flexibility. Working a desk job didn't help, and my occasional monthly workouts failed to keep me as nimble as before. But I was getting back in shape, and I knew how to win. </span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2137929" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament06.png.5d8efd83cf0f49697e3de56f183b66d6.png" rel=""><img alt="Tournament06.thumb.png.e0dcc25c4be84dd86660ed81bdd462a8.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2137929" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament06.thumb.png.e0dcc25c4be84dd86660ed81bdd462a8.png" /></a>I didn't care if my opponents were all local ex-champions, they would bite the dust. Because when I set a goal in my mind, I made sure to achieve it. Don't think I've forgotten Arasaka, but to take them on required money, a solid plan and allies to back it up. I was a long way from that. </span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2137930" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament07.png.5b97aa6286dcdae6e9dc4774afa5f2f2.png" rel=""><img alt="Tournament07.thumb.png.ee7e8cd3aa3488df7c49e6687c59babd.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2137930" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament07.thumb.png.ee7e8cd3aa3488df7c49e6687c59babd.png" /></a>Right after a good training session, nothing beats dipping sweaty feet in water to clean them off. Come on, what else do you think those pools of water were used for? Plus, you get to stare at them before they kick ass. That's how I would become the fighting queen. </span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2137931" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament08.png.af6895f2b81e7faa97c275675b4762c2.png" rel=""><img alt="Tournament08.thumb.png.1e549d0e2c1ac3420d3b250039f14604.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2137931" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament08.thumb.png.1e549d0e2c1ac3420d3b250039f14604.png" /></a>And like all self-esteemed queens, you have to take time for yourself. So every morning, I fingered myself by caressing my breasts until I climaxed. A healthy attitude in a healthy body. No, I'm joking, but it gave me a real boost for the entire day.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">Today marked my debut in the competition. Viktor had picked me up and briefed me on the champion I was facing:</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"You're facing El César, he's the guy on the car in the back. A member of the Valentinos gang, Heywood's former top man. Avoid his gold prosthetic arm and you should be fine. One question though, are you sure about the outfit? I have my doubts, you don't have any torso protection or footwear."</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Don't worry about that, I don't expect to be hit. Besides, it's the proper gear for the kind of fighting I do."</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Alright Eleanor, you're the boss. Go beat him."</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2137937" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament10.png.70989067c27b611b4144f56aacab35e2.png" rel=""><img alt="Tournament10.thumb.png.961aa05e75d9adc3ffec762b217bbca0.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2137937" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament10.thumb.png.961aa05e75d9adc3ffec762b217bbca0.png" /></a>The fight began. El César tried an aggressive approach, getting within range to punch me with his cybernetic arm. I denied the courtesy by shoving him back. That's when I found the weak point to attack: his chest hadn't been enhanced at all.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2137940" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament11.png.37d115d5e4546fa8870a366163a86f3d.png" rel=""><img alt="Tournament11.thumb.png.e055a31ff207460d9a0d17a249b8644f.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2137940" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament11.thumb.png.e055a31ff207460d9a0d17a249b8644f.png" /></a>I needed an opening. For that I had to let him hit me, at least try. His golden arm struck the air as I ducked to dodge it. El César thought I wasn't in range to counter-attack, but oh boy... He was so damned wrong. </span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2137941" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament12.png.f2b24a5cef712e014564b08eaeab19ed.png" rel=""><img alt="Tournament12.thumb.png.67b9c9cdac0d85f1df2520ee355e3163.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2137941" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament12.thumb.png.67b9c9cdac0d85f1df2520ee355e3163.png" /></a>With my left leg, I delivered a brutal blow into his belly. I didn't intend to strike back with my fists, but with my feet. And that turned out to be his mistake. El César was taken by surprise and fell to the ground, unable to keep up the fight.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2137942" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament13.png.751c2a37ee65d73bc121eee639ac28eb.png" rel=""><img alt="Tournament13.thumb.png.4ebe2a8970698c01c0c45aec750dc8c3.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2137942" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament13.thumb.png.4ebe2a8970698c01c0c45aec750dc8c3.png" /></a>My second fight was far more challenging. I faced the boxing champion of the Animals gang, Rhino. She showed great strength combined with a strong defense, making it impossible to land a single hit. In fact, it was her who managed to put me on the ground first, ready to finish me off with an elbow drop. </span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2137943" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament14.png.21a2daa77f7fbde00fa0c17084f78790.png" rel=""><img alt="Tournament14.thumb.png.53da6156f161e6b3df9ecb80ddd986d1.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2137943" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament14.thumb.png.53da6156f161e6b3df9ecb80ddd986d1.png" /></a>I rolled to the side at the last moment, avoiding an inevitable defeat. For the first time in the fight, I was behind Rhino, and to take down a behemoth, I knew what to do: aim for the legs. I tackled the joint behind her knee with all the force I had. She staggered and fell to the ground.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2137944" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament15.png.06bd2f4eb65fab007f40e8c8c87d16bf.png" rel=""><img alt="Tournament15.thumb.png.8b5db9a35fa0cbe8cd4f70e0b870341f.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2137944" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament15.thumb.png.8b5db9a35fa0cbe8cd4f70e0b870341f.png" /></a>Once down, I kicked Rhino's head just once to make sure she stayed that way. It was fucking exhausting but I did it, I won! I had passed the quarter-finals against El César and the semi-finals against Rhino. My next fight, the final, would set me up against the current champion Razor Hugh and, best of all, it would be broadcast on TV.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Are you really sure about this Viktor? Betting that much on your protégé's victory against the reigning world champion? You must have an incredible amount of trust in him."</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"In her Judy, Eleanor is a woman determined to kick ass. Believe me, she's got her own fighting style and every chance of winning. You should bet too, you won't be disappointed and you can thank me later."</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"If she loses, your services are free of charge for the entire month."</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">"Fair enough, Judy. Watch and learn."</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2137946" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament17.png.f72095210dcf5deb46f80ed694a55119.png" rel=""><img alt="Tournament17.thumb.png.60fdc09ce158322d7325706aa853b4ef.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2137946" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament17.thumb.png.60fdc09ce158322d7325706aa853b4ef.png" /></a>“Introducing the challenger, straight from Watson to take on the champion Razor Hugh. Weighing in at 121 pounds, make some noise for Eleanor the Celeste!”</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">Don't ask me where the nickname came from, I just thought it was cool. Like this new outfit, based on a legendary female fighter from South Korea. Tonight, I decided to honor her legacy.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2137948" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament18.png.6f23e16aa94fb9b07551ef13d9cd6b03.png" rel=""><img alt="Tournament18.thumb.png.15711e360788c08ace6ef6b04ce55d99.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2137948" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament18.thumb.png.15711e360788c08ace6ef6b04ce55d99.png" /></a>"You're my weakling opponent? Haha! You won't make it through the first round."</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">Razor Hugh had the arrogance of an undefeated champion. Prior to the match, Viktor informed me that the champ had been equipped with new cybernetic abs, so confident in his own strength to knock the life out of me. We'll soon discover if he can withstand several good kicks to the stomach...</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2137949" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament19.png.0491772bf721909f8c64766baf545197.png" rel=""><img alt="Tournament19.thumb.png.8c42e516ced2e059281e585663570dd4.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2137949" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament19.thumb.png.8c42e516ced2e059281e585663570dd4.png" /></a>As soon as the bell rang, Razor Hugh tried a strong right punch. If I had not bent down instantly to avoid it, I would have joined Morpheus' land. Damn, his arm was terrifying, as wide as my whole body! I had no room for mistakes. </span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2137950" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament20.png.ec1f23bc95e26c9c39899d055c9f1409.png" rel=""><img alt="Tournament20.thumb.png.189561e6a558ab3157b7830a1bc73fee.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2137950" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament20.thumb.png.189561e6a558ab3157b7830a1bc73fee.png" /></a>I launched an attack right back at the champ. He had the boxer's reflex of putting his guard up to protect his head. But I didn't bother, my kick was aimed at his stomach. I needed to inflict more than one hit to defeat him.</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2137951" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament21.png.9b6a2fc06c19337ea81db408e2f2398a.png" rel=""><img alt="Tournament21.thumb.png.3e382abc6270aeebc9141d30dc22e438.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2137951" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament21.thumb.png.3e382abc6270aeebc9141d30dc22e438.png" /></a>Razor Hugh didn't flinch and counterattacked with an uppercut. Unfortunately for him, I stepped back far enough to parry it and be within range to deliver a second, much stronger kick. I could hear his cybernetic equipment failing. </span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2137952" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament22.png.64014ba25543426660267b84036aa54e.png" rel=""><img alt="Tournament22.thumb.png.9aa429713599917341288885414bcf15.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2137952" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament22.thumb.png.9aa429713599917341288885414bcf15.png" /></a>His blows were swift for a big guy like him, except that I moved a lot faster than he did. The more I dodged his punches, the more I felt my endurance depleted. The champion grew just as tired of hitting the void, and soon I knew the fight would have to be over. After an umpteenth evasive move, I prepared myself for a fatal blow. </span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2137953" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament23.png.e1e3c8b556d225f5f6876b72ab9201f6.png" rel=""><img alt="Tournament23.thumb.png.2a417cd22d2a7323728cd73116d24e73.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2137953" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament23.thumb.png.2a417cd22d2a7323728cd73116d24e73.png" /></a>I put all my rage and anger into this spinning kick. My foot pierced his belly like a sword thrust into the flesh. Razor Hugh fell to his knees, the cybernetic hardware inside him ripped to shreds. It was the champion's arrogance that led to his downfall, broadcast over the networks. </span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;"><a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="png" data-fileid="2137954" href="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament24.png.45826f0a5926cdd888b8985952806541.png" rel=""><img alt="Tournament24.thumb.png.5923177e2d0bc6b32d3f3d5c2f99689b.png" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="2137954" data-ratio="56.25" width="1920" src="https://www.loverslab.com/uploads/monthly_2024_08/Tournament24.thumb.png.5923177e2d0bc6b32d3f3d5c2f99689b.png" /></a>"What a sensational night! And against all odds, tonight's winner is Eleanor the Celeste! She takes home a prestigious victory over world champion Razor Hugh and the princely sum of 100,000 Eurodollars!"</span></span>
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	<span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', Times, serif;"><span style="font-size:20px;">When I set myself a purpose, I achieve it, whatever the means. Tonight, in front of a small crowd, I had reached my fifteen minutes of fame. The first of many, if you ask me.</span></span>
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