Marielle x Olfina / Marielle x Saadia

Olfina's eyes were wide with desire as they stared into hers. Her face glistened with sweat, leaning down to kiss her hard again. Two of her fingers were deep inside her pussy, each thrust finding that special spot inside her, Olfina's shapely legs wrapped around her, heels pressed into her lower back.

"Fuck me, Dragonborn," she whispered, "I love your fingers inside me."

She kissed her again, Olfina moaning into her mouth, Marielle pumping her as fast as possible, wanting to make her orgasm again. The room was incredibly warm by now, though the hours of intense, passionate sex had no doubt raised the temperature significantly.

"Oh Divines," she cried out, "Don't stop, Marielle."

"I'm using my mouth again once I'm done with my fingers," she whispered, kissing her again, earning another whimper of desire from Olfina, "I did say I'd return the favour."

Olfina couldn't help laugh. "I think you did that by the time you made me cum a third time, but I'm not complaining."

Olfina had an absolute cracking body on her, leaning down to take one of her breasts in her mouth again, earning a loud moan, Marielle learning they were quite sensitive and sucking at them turned her on even more. Olfina had been trying to slide her fingers inside her at the same time, but Marielle moved her hands away each time. She wanted to be in charge for once. It took time for Olfina to relent, now she was hers to do what she wanted.

"Oh… Divi…" Olfina tried to cry out, Marielle feeling her fingers squeezes as she cried out, her back arching slightly as her entire body seemed to shudder. "Marielle!" she cried out.

Marielle leaned down and kissed her hard again, feeling her hands at the back of her head, her fingers slowing down though leaving them inside her until she felt Olfina move her legs. Lifting her fingers up to her mouth, Olfina sucked on them while meeting her eyes, Marielle simply grinning. "I don't blame you," she said softly, "Love the taste of your pussy already, Olfina."

"Please eat me out some more," she almost begged.

Kissing down her sweat covered body, her scent drove her wild. She was dripping wet herself, feeling it actually drip down her legs, but she'd told Olfina she could only eat her out again once she was satisfied, and she wasn't done with her yet.

The only reason she was in her house right now is that Dustman's Cairn had not been easy at all. Being an archer delving into an ancient ruin wasn't easy. Luckily Farkas was armed with a great-sword, so could at least keep most enemies back, but trying to line up enemies with her bow wasn't always easy.

Oh, and there was also the fact that some Companions were werewolves. And that Aela was a werewolf. Talk about a secret.

She hadn't spoken to Aela about that yet. After returning from Dustman's Cairn, she took on another job that had her away from Whiterun for two nights. Upon her return, Lydia still wasn't home, but had left her a note, letting her know she'd return soon with Aela. It simply made her smile, glad she was having a good time.

The bath house was calling. Though she could spend days out in the wilderness adventuring, she liked being clean. Some seemed to revel in living in dirt, but not Marielle. Heading inside, she headed to the steam room first. Relaxing back with her head against the rock, she was inside for ten minutes when Olfina Gray-Mane walked in. The flirting wasn't subtle. Marielle would have called it a brick to the face. No wonder any idea of a bath was put aside as she ended up making out with Olfina, who asked her back to her place.

Once in her bedroom, they practically tore clothing off each other and Olfina ended up on her back, and she'd barely moved since. Apart from sitting on her face for a couple of orgasms, Marielle had spent the rest of the time pleasing her with mouth and fingers. Helped that she was utterly gorgeous, and sometimes, a woman just had the sort of pussy she simply wanted to please until she fell asleep. That was Olfina Gray-Mane.

She made her orgasm one final time, and after that, Olfina pleaded for her to stop, that she just couldn't handle another one. Marielle relented immediately, of course, trailing soft kisses up her body before kissing her lips, feeling Olfina wrap her arms around her. Breaking apart, they stared at each other in the candlelight, Olfina grinning broadly. "That was definitely worth the wait," she whispered.

Flopping onto the bed, they turned towards each other, immediately cuddling each other, continuing to make out. Olfina lifted a leg, placing it over hers, pressing their bodies together. Marielle was used to feeling a cock press into her nowadays when lying like that with a lover.

"You're beautiful," Olfina whispered, Marielle looking into her eyes, "I love your eyes." That earned another long kiss before she pulled back and rested her head on the pillow.

"I love a woman who knows what she wants. And you, Olfina, certainly are not shy in coming forward."

"I see you in the tavern all the time, but I'm working so talking can be difficult."

"Oh, I watch you, Olfina. Your legs are fantastic when you've got them on show."

That made her smile. "After what you've done to me this afternoon and evening, I'm going to be comparing you to others going forward. Divines, Marielle… I would ask where you learned but…"

She leaned forward and lowered her voice. "I've had a lot of pussy," she said, making Olfina giggle, "But I'll be honest. When it comes to women, I am a little more selective. I find what we've just done a little more intimate."

"But you love being fucked too?"

"Divines, don't you?" Olfina nodded. Running a hand down her side, eventually resting it on her arse, she added, "But I've thought about this since that time in the bath house, Olfina. Sorry I took so long."

"As I said, worth the wait." She paused a beat. "Only futanari?"

"Yeah. What about you?"

"I was involved with a man in town but that ended… for reasons. Most of my lovers have been women, only two of them with a cock." Olfina pulled her close and kissed her again. "I'll be completely honest and say I'm glad you don't have one. When I realised you only had what I have, it made my desire for you increase even further. Purely a personal thing, just in regards to you."

Marielle simply caressed her cheek before relaxing, starting to feel rather tired. Olfina yawned and that was a signal they would go to sleep, Marielle turned around and shuffling back, feeling Olfina mould into her back. "Dragonborn," she whispered.

"I had the best night, Olfina," she whispered back.

Waking up the next morning, they simply spent the time cuddling, giggling, and making out before agreeing they should get up. Retrieving their clothing, which had been thrown around the room in their haste to get naked, they headed downstairs together, her mother, Fralia, already at the table alongside Eorlund.

"Good morning," Fralia stated brightly as they took a seat on the opposite side of the table.

"Good morning, mother."

"Good morning, ma'am."

Eorlund glanced their way, and she swore he was actually smirking. He obviously knew she was a Companion as well as Dragonborn. "Sleep well?" he asked.

"I slept very well, father."

"Olfina's bed is very comfortable," she added.

Eorlund definitely wanted to make a joke and laugh, eventually clearing his throat, as Fralia was staring daggers at him out of the corner of her eyes. "It's not often we have company for breakfast, dear," she finally added, "Not since… well, you know, with everything…"

"Mother, we don't need to make it a topic right now."

"Of course, dear. Of course."

Eorlund made himself scarce as he headed to the Skyforge, Fralia making general conversation before Marielle thought it really was time to leave. Thanking Fralia for breakfast, Oflina escorted her to the front door. She seemed to think about how to part before she whispered "Fuck it" and kissed her. Marielle… almost melted into her. It was a kiss of such intensity, such passion, she almost suggested they head upstairs when Olfina pulled back and caressed her cheek. "Thank you, Marielle. I haven't felt so wonderful in a long time." And that was enough to almost make her cry. "I know you have your own life, but if you're ever in town, and want…"

She kissed her softly, Olfina opening her mouth and Marielle found herself pressed against the door. They only stopped when Fralia cleared her throat. "Sorry," they both stated in unison.

"I should go," Marielle added softly, "I'm sure I'll see you in the Mare tonight or later, Olfina."

"I hope so. Otherwise, I��m sure we'll see each other soon."

Marielle needed to stop and leaned against the wall once she was outside to stop her heart beating so damned fast. She never allowed herself to fall in love with anyone, but sometimes the connection was just so strong, even if she was only ever with that person once, that she couldn't believe the depth of feelings that could build in such a short space of time.

And she must have been smiling, as many looked at her and grinned as she walked towards Breezehome. Still no sign of Lydia, almost left wondering where she was, as they'd been gone a few days now, though laughed away, thinking they'd just lost track of time due to all the sex they were no doubt having, laughing even more imagining Lydia staggering into the house, complaining her cock, pussy, arse and mouth were all in agony, and that she wouldn't have sex again… until the next night.

Waiting around for news from Delphine was a little boring, as although the Companions did have jobs available, she wanted to resolve the dragon issue before focusing on any other sort of career. She was tempted to walk to Riverwood and find out herself, but didn't want to bother Delphine, and figured she might not even be in the village anyway. She had no doubt Delphine had connections across Skyrim, and probably Tamriel.

Heading to The Bannered Mare later that evening, she immediately found a table. Olfina was working, heading her way with a tankard without needing to order, though she then leaned down close to her ear. "I won't be serving you tonight."

"Oh, why not?"

"Saadia will be your waitress." Olfina then leaned back and smiled.

"Huh?"

Leaning back down to her ear, Olfina whispered, "Trust me, Marielle."

"You're serious?"

Olfina kissed her cheek. "I've been with her before," she whispered into her ear, "She's been asking a lot of questions about you for a while now. So I thought I'd help hook you two up."

"What have I done to deserve that?"

"You made love to me for hours last night." Marielle turned immediately and met her eyes, Olfina stroking her cheek, Marielle feeling the grin form. "I've been walking on air all day, and will be for the next week." She leaned down and left a soft kiss on her lips. "Before you wonder, I'm working on Carlotta tonight. Probably won't come back to mine as she takes a little convincing. I think three days and I'll have her in bed again."

Marielle couldn't help chuckle. "Is she…"

"Oh, she's all about the pussy, both hers and whoever she's with, Marielle. You should see if she's interested in you as well."

Marielle laughed louder. "Trying to organise my love life, Olfina?"

"I want everyone to experience what I had last night. As I said, walking on air for a week, Marielle." And, with those words, Olfina turned and walked off to serve another table.

Marielle drank her tankard quickly, raising her hand to grab Saadia's attention. She sauntered over, definitely putting a sway into her hips, an easy smile forming. Easy to recognise her as a Redguard, she had raven hair, a pair of the bluest eyes she'd seen, and her low cut dress showed off her rather generous cleavage. "Get you another drink, sweetie?"

"And some food, please."

"Got some boar cooking on the spit. Potatoes and vegetables?"

"Yes, please."

"I'll bring everything shortly, sweetie."

"Thanks."

She watched her turn and walk away, convinced she definitely put a swing into her hips, though it probably wasn't just for her benefit. But she did watch Saadia walk the room. She was certainly graceful, and the longer she watched her, the more beautiful she thought she was. She didn't have many Redguard lovers in her past, simply because she didn't know many of them.

The music was certainly upbeat, with quite a few patrons getting up to dance, Marielle happy to sit at her table, nibbling at her plate of food, sipping at her drink. She ended up having another tankard, drinking that slowly as well, waiting for the crowd to slowly disappear. Hilda eventually clanged a spoon in a pot, the signal for people to finish their drinks and go home. She had watched Olfina chat with Carlotta throughout the evening, but Carlotta left by herself. Olfina looked her way and mouthed 'Damn!'

As she was putting on her coat, Saadia appeared from the kitchen, walking her way. Marielle smiled as Saadia asked, "Want a nightcap?"

"Definitely."

She turned back to Hilda. "Kitchen is clean. Olfina, are you okay…"

"Off you go, Saadia. I've got this."

Following Saadia through the kitchen, she followed her upstairs to a pair of doors, Saadia pointing to one, stating it was Hilda's. Walking into Saadia's room, she had a double bed, a chest of drawers, and a few personal items, but it was rather sparse. ���I live a simple life," she stated, gesturing for Marielle to take a seat on the bed.

She poured some liquor into two goblets, taking a seat next to her, leaning back against the headboard. "So…" Marielle started to say.

"We both know why you're here, Marielle," she stated, sipping her drink, "I figured a drink would just be a good way to relax, enjoy each other's company for a little longer."

"How long have you been interested?"

"First night you walked in, to be honest. Thought you were cute. Olfina has been raving about you for weeks now. She really likes you, but like with many people, there isn't firm commitment. You like variety, just like her."

"Like you?"

"Of course. You're not the first one invited here. Hulda won't be sleeping in her room tonight as the walls are thin."

Marielle couldn't help chuckle before finishing her goblet, turning towards Saadia, who leaned forward and kissed her. There was no wasting time as it deepened, fingers finding buttons to undo, coats, shirts and dresses removed, boots kicked off, until they were both in underwear. Saadia took off her bra before pushing her onto her back, hooking fingers into the band of her panties and pulling them down. "I do love a bald pussy," she whispered.

"I know my lovers prefer it."

Saadia peeled off her own bra, revealing her own perfect set of breasts, far larger than her own, her dark nipples already pointing out. She then pulled her panties down to reveal… an absolutely enormous cock. "Holy shit!" Marielle exclaimed.

"Twelve inches, if you're wondering." Removing her panties, Saadia shuffled forward, resting her thick, long cock on her body. "Just imagine this inside you later."

Marielle could feel herself getting incredibly wet already, her mouth salivating at the prospect, as Saadia leaned down to kiss her. They made out for a while, Marielle running fingers up and down her back, which earned a smile, before Saadia moved down her body, soft lips at her neck, before they showered her breasts with attention, feeling soft fingers gently fondle her pussy at the same time. "Saadia," she breathed.

"That's it, sweetie. Let Saadia take care of you all night."

"Sweetie?"

"Marielle, you are just the cutest thing imaginable. How old are you?"

"Twenty-two winters."

"I thought you were young, sweetie. So, as I said, I'm going to take care of you all night. And I'm hoping this won't be our only time together. I'm sure most of your lovers say that. I've heard stories."

"What sort?" she breathed, Saadia now slowly kissing down her body, her fingers continuing to fondle her.

"I hear you're a woman that just loves sex, and enjoys said sex with a variety of people. I approve, by the way. Ignore the few traditionalists that have expectations of what men and women should do, and as for what they think about futanari, well…"

Saadia grew quiet as Marielle found her legs gently spread apart, and she felt her hot breath on her pussy. "Well, isn't that just a beautiful thing. And your scent alone is driving me wild, sweetie. My cock is like steel right now."

"Can't wait until it's in me."

"Me too, sweetie, but you're going to need to be a lot wetter, and I'll still need oil."

"I want to suck it too."

Saadia smiled. "Later, sweetie. First, I want to please you with my mouth, make you orgasm a few times. Would you like that?" She nodded eagerly. "Of course you do, beautiful."

"Keep that up and I'm going to cry."

"Nothing wrong with that, sweetie. Sex is meant to be fun, emotional, passionate, intense, fulfilling, all those other words people like to use. So you just lie back and enjoy what I'm about to do."

Marielle did. She was so turned on by the time Saadia started to eat her out, it was little wonder she released the sort of guttural groan only heard when experiencing the hardest of orgasms. Divines, the women was talented, her tongue doing the sort of things she expected, but it was just… better. She never used her fingers either, her first orgasm arriving purely due to the talents of her tongue.

She cried out as she almost convulsed, Saadia not relenting for a second, and only then did she slide a couple of fingers inside her. "Please," Marielle whimpered. Saadia reached up, taking hold of one of her hands, locking their fingers together, Marielle looking down into her eyes, her blue eyes alive with pleasure. "You look beautiful too."

"You just say that because my mouth is pleasing your pussy," Saadia stated before resuming.

Marielle had to remember to keep her legs spread, Saadia with one hand busy with her pussy, the other holding her hand. She felt her heart beating furiously, her breathing growing ragged. Her body shuddered as she felt the onset of another one already. It was what made being a woman great when it came to sex. She could orgasm constantly… if her lover was talented. It was just tiring when it happened time after time.

"Saadia!" she cried out, definitely squeezing the fingers inside her tightly, her tongue continued to play against her sensitive clit until Marielle just couldn't take anymore, pleading with her to stop. Saadia did, feeling fingers taken out of her, reaching up so she could suck on them herself. She moaned as she sucked on her fingers, Saadia chuckling to herself.

"Love a woman who'll taste herself," she whispered, feeling her lips kiss back up her body until their lips met again, Marielle wrapping arms and legs around her, feeling Saadia's cock rest against her body. It felt… heavy pressed against her. "By Ysmir," she stated softly.

"I'll be gentle, sweetie. I promise. I never want to hurt a lover unless they want to be hurt." Marielle raised her eyebrows. "Sure you want to hear?"

"I've heard plenty of stories from others. I'm sure yours won't surprise me."

"I generally don't fuck men, like many futanari. But occasionally, one will take my interest. I generally like them young. Legal, but young. They beg to be fucked nice and hard. Then they see my cock and think they can still handle. Most… cannot handle it. As for women, I prefer not to because I know it can hurt. You, sweetie, all I want to do is enjoy some intense, passionate sex."

Marielle shuffled back so she was sitting up. "I want it in my mouth. I won't be able to take the whole thing but I definitely want to try."

Saadia moved so her cock was in reach. Handing her a bottle oil, Marielle watched as Saadia lubed her cock up nicely. "It's got a vanilla flavour so it tastes nice," she explained, "Go on, sweetie. I'll try not to move too much."

It was one of the thickest cocks she'd ever had the pleasure of trying to suck. Saadia caressed her cheek as she started to take a couple of inches, fingers through her hair, letting her know she was a good girl, that she enjoyed what she did with her tongue, and to try just a little more. Marielle simply looked up into her blue eyes, hoping she was pleasing her. She desperately wanted to taste her cum.

"That's it, sweetie. Just like that. Divines, you're good." That made Marielle smile, or at last it would have appeared in her eyes, as Saadia's face broke out into a broad grin. "Definitely going to cum, sweetie. Eating you out, making you orgasm, definitely turned me on. Just so you know that I cum a lot. I mean… you might choke."

"Just pull out and leave the rest on my face," she managed to say before swallowing what she could again. Saadia continued to stroke her hair, an incredibly considerate lover. She loved being fucked hard, but she also loved it when her lover was just so… nice. It just made it feel special.

"Oh sweetie, I'm close," Saadia moaned. Marielle could see she was desperately trying not to move, probably wanting to fuck her mouth before she came. That just made Marielle even more intent on making her cum with her mouth, swallowing a little more, her head bobbing up and down as fast as possible, using all the tricks she knew. Resting hands on her arse, that's when she moved it to her tight arsehole, and that made Saadia moan. "Oh, that's it, baby. Oil on your fingers?" Marielle nodded. "Stick a finger in my arse, baby." She did that, and that seemed to work, as within a couple of minutes, she found her mouth absolutely flooded by cum. She swallowed as much as she could, but Saadia just didn't seem to stop firing, eventually pulling her cock back, leaving more on her face.

Saadia immediately leaned down and started to kiss her. "Wonderful, sweetie," she whispered, kissing her face, licking up her own cum, "Just wonderful. Oh, you definitely deserve my cock now."

Marielle laid down as Saadia, now wanting her as much as Marielle wanted it, quickly applied a little more oil before lining her cock up, feeling her press her massive head against her pussy. "I'll take it slow, sweetie," she whispered, Marielle taking a deep breath as Saadia slowly slid her cock inside her.

"Oh… oh, that's so thick!" she exclaimed with a giggle, before she had to lift her head and watch. No way she'd take her entire length… surely… She guessed Saadia stuck around six inches inside her before slowly starting to thrust, Marielle relaxing back on the bed, Saadia leaning down to kiss her.

"You're doing good, sweetie. How does it feel?"

"Saadia, I think you might just be the thickest cock I've ever had. By the Nine Divines…"

Saadia lifted her legs so they rested against her upper arms, spreading her nice and wide, feeling a couple more inches' slide inside her. She could take every inch of Aela, Lydia and Delphine, but they were not as thick nor as long as Saadia. But she kept it nice and slow, the pair making out, Marielle moaning constantly but needing to take the occasional deep breath. Saadia reassured her constantly and made sure she was still enjoying it.

"I love it," she whispered, which made Saadia practically beam with pleasure.

Having cum already, Saadia certainly lasted quite a while, picking up the tempo slowly but surely, but she never really needed to 'fuck' Marielle, as according to her, the pussy was so tight, she was going to cum regardless. That just made Marielle smile instead.

"Oh sweetie, your pussy is just perfect. I'm getting close again already."

"I can't wait to feel you cum in me."

Digging fingers into her back, Saadia moved her arms, Marielle moving her legs so her heels rested on her lower back. That made her cry out, as it just changed the angle enough she had never felt as full as she did in that moment. Saadia was ready to stop, Marielle whispered for her to just keep fucking her. The next kiss was intense, the look in her eyes suggesting she was getting close. Marielle just kept looking in her eyes, occasionally looking down to see most of her cock now inside her.

And then Saadia erupted. Her cock was so thick, her pussy so tight around it, she felt every single throb as she came. It was simply amazing, enough to even make her giggle, Saadia half chuckling, half moaning as she enjoyed a powerful orgasm. Soon as she was empty, she laid down, resting on her forearms, Marielle stroking her back.

Pulling out a few minutes later, she made Saadia laugh by asking to suck her cock again, licking it up and down, tasting a mixture of cum and her pussy, before Saadia laid down, using her hand to hold her cock up, as Marielle hovered over her, eventually sliding down her cock. Slowly, of course.

"Ride me, sweetie. I want to see you cum on my cock."

That was almost guaranteed, Saadia taking both her hands to help her balance as Marielle stared to slowly ride her. In her mind, it was perhaps even better than the previous position, and she wondered if she could handle taking it on her knees. The idea of anal was put out of her mind. Sure, there was a sliver that wanted to try, just to see if she could, but she wasn't stupid, and Saadia didn't want to hurt her lovers, so doubted she'd try anyway.

"That's it, baby," Saadia murmured, "Ride my cock like you own it."

"I love it, Saadia. No wonder Olfina said she'd help set us up."

"I'll have to thank her too."

When Marielle had her next orgasm, it was so good, so powerful, she practically passed out, collapsing on top of her lover, Saadia kissing her cheek and just holding her as she recovered. Sucking in some deep breaths, she eventually lifted herself up and kissed her hard, feeling Saadia's tongue in her mouth right away, which just made her moan as Saadia slowly started to pump into her.

"Cum again… then…"

"Okay, sweetie." She felt her hands on her arse and smiled. "Can you handle it again?"

"Yeah, I can."

It wasn't a hard fuck, nothing like with Lydia or Aela, but it was still enough to know she was definitely being fucked by a longer, thicker cock. It was so good, she actually enjoyed another orgasm, which was a surprise, even to herself. That just urged Saadia on, and in those last couple of minutes, Marielle was left wondering if all twelve inches were buried inside her. She couldn't be sure, but was amazed that it didn't hurt.

Saadia eventually flooded her again, feeling it leak out despite the fact she was so thick inside her, resting on top of her lover as Saadia embraced her, though wasn't really capable of saying much for a few minutes. When she felt Saadia move to pull out, she once again got up and cleaned her cock, Saadia chuckling again, though she only licked it up and down until it was what she considered clean.

A clean up was definitely required, Saadia finding them a couple of cloths, before they snuggled together under the furs. "Thank you for a wonderful night, sweetie," Saadia whispered, feeling her soft lips on her shoulder.

"Oh, thank you, Saadia. I had a great night too."

They both fell asleep quickly, and she was woken the next morning by Saadia poking her, much to the amusement of both of them. They spent a few minutes making out, but seemed to agree that they wouldn't do anything more than that, Saadia eventually stating she needed to get up to prepare the tavern for breakfast.

After dressing, they headed downstairs, Hulda already in the kitchen, preparing breakfast. "Good morning," she stated.

"Good morning, mum," Saadia stated, earning a curious glance from Marielle.

"Good morning, ma'am."

"Have a good night?"

Saadia smiled, wrapping an arm around her waist. "We had a wonderful night, mum."

"Good. After you've said goodbye, can you get a couple of casks ready for tonight?"

"I'll get right on it, mum."

"Nice to see you, Marielle. I'm sure I'll see you tonight?"

Marielle laughed. "Probably."

Saadia opened the door, but before Marielle could walk through, she was grabbed and pulled towards her lover, the kiss of such passion, it took her breath away. Saadia stroked her cheek once they broke apart, Marielle simply gazing into her blue eyes. "Thank you, sweetie," she whispered, "Hope we share another night like that again soon."

"Definitely," Marielle whispered back, "But I'll see you tonight. If not tonight, definitely tomorrow."

A last kiss shared, she turned and walked down the stairs, glancing back to see her smile one last time before closing the door. Walking into Breezehome, Lydia was sitting by the fire, reading a book. She looked up and grinned. The question wasn't a surprise. "So who was it this time?"

She sat in the spare chair and grinned. "Saadia."

"Well, I'll be damned. I assume you won't want sex tonight then?"

She glanced her way and grinned. "By all that is holy, Lydia… You know, right?"

"Never had the pleasure, but I've heard rumours."

"They're all true, if what you've heard is that Saadia has been blessed by the Divines. But enough about me, what about you? How was your time away?"

Lydia lifted up her left arse cheek to reveal she was sitting on a cushion. "My arse is rather sore." Marielle chuckled as she continued. "When Aela and I are alone, I love it when she fucks my arse. And she spent a few days well and truly fucking my arse. Worth it, and doesn't hurt at the time or after, but I'm feeling a little tender after all that plus the horse ride back."

"Glad you had fun."

"Aela and I have always been close, but that's the first time in quite a while we've had time alone. Sorry if we were gone too long."

"You weren't. All I want to know is you're happy."

"I am. So what's next?"

"We wait to hear from Delphine. Other than that, I'll try and keep myself amused." Lydia grinned. "Not always like that!"

"I believe you."

Marielle grumbled before giggling. "Hopefully we'll hear news soon."