Jade watched and listened to Lord Chuck. Her respect for him was growing. He was a strong man and his concern for they’re emotional well-being touched her. She removed her high heels and stockings. Pulling her shield tight she took a seat to the right of Ruby. The water felt good against her legs and she resisted the urge to join the others in the pool.

Her body called for the relaxing waters of the pool, but she focused on Lord Chuck’s instructions. She saw no harm in them and slowly began the chant and breathing with the others. She slowly started to relax and realized just how tense she had been. The constant defense mode she had been in had caused a severe strained on her muscles. Her muscles relaxed but she was left feeling achy and sore. The pain in her body had eased off and the rhythm of the chant had caused her mind to relax. Her shield was slowly expanding. Her mind gently caressed those around her. Their whispers call to hers and they no longer seemed dark.

Lord Chuck had done this to help her and the others. The thought warmed her heart. Did they really want to help her find out who and what she really wanted to be? Jade contemplated this as the group broke up and listened as Elizabeth spoke.
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"Jade, we have no idea what your concerns are, at this time," said Elizabeth. "You and Sir Chuck were strongly affected by it, to the point of actually changing Sir's mind. His reactions at that time were multifold: he was protecting his 'family', he was protecting his domicile and property, and he expected respect and polite behavior in return for safety. He got spat upon, a particularly rude thing to do. I heard some of your concerns while we were in the circle, you no doubt heard many of Sir Chuck's. Please, Jade, allow us to help you past your concerns!" Elizabeth finished with a large hug, just barely accepted by Jade.
Jade was ashamed of her actions. She had never been so rude before and the reminder embarrassed her. The memory of her punishment crossed her mind. Had she wanted to be punished, is that why her actions were so rude? The thought made her lower her head to hide her face. Elizabeth’s embrace had taken her by surprise. The hug was warm and caring. Elizabeth had said they would help her. She understood Lord Chuck for she was a protector too. Jade decided to take a chance but could not find the words to express herself, so she knelt in front of Lord Chuck, to show him respect.

Jade lowered her shield and let everyone know her thoughts.

“I did not read your minds. I never invaded a person’s thoughts unless I am invited, under attack or if they need aide. ”

Jade raised her eyes and looked at Lord Chuck.

“I wish to stay”, she said.

There was a devilish twinkle in his eyes that caused Jade to lower her head and blush. She felt her desires flare and the heat that it was causing in her lower region. She immediately thought, “lead me not into temptation but delivered from myself”, and her face turned bright red. Jade stayed in her kneeling position awaiting a response. Cursing her warped sense of humor and wondering why these people made her so horny.