“I’m not sure that the hormonal surge is over in his case,” Riordan mumbled.
Tasha laughed. “Marn says he used to run wild. But he also studied hard, whatever it is they study.”
“So he was your usual brothel hopper or something?” Riordan began fishing for info.
“I should not say this, but, pretty much, he did his part of partying wildly.”
“So these young Xenos, where do they hang out? Just to stay clear of them.”
“They have a bit too much free time on their hands. So they’re pretty much everywhere. And don’t be fooled by their innocent looks. They are so angelic they could sell you crack and make you think it’s vitamins.”
“Alright, now you’re spooking me. How young do they look?”
“Oh, it’s not their physical appearance. They look pretty much like 18-year old humans. But they will come close to you and look at you with begging eyes, and try to mind read you and use everything so they can cup a feel.”
“Now that’s pretty scary,” Riordan said. “So what’s the etiquette if something like this happens?”
“You just ignore them. Don’t get lured anywhere with them. Don’t encourage them. And, most of all, don’t entice them by answering, talking, and looking sexy.”
“That’s kind of hard. You know, I wake up like this,” Riordan joked.
“I am already well known. So we won’t be bothered,” Tasha assured him.
“Just for the record, what happened with the bearers that were gangraped?”
“Sent to some brothels, I think. Owners do not take kindly to used property.”
“Ah, shit. What a bunch of douchebags. Oh, you were raped? So sorry, let’s make you a whore, so you can get raped daily.”
Tasha frowned. “I won’t say you’re not right. But it’s none of your business. We just need to wipe our own asses, and everything will work out fine.”
“I like your positive outlook on life,” Riordan said. “So, let’s get to some shopping, with hopes of not getting raped while at it.”
Tasha chuckled. “See ya,” he chuckled and cut the conversation.
“So Kyle, dress me up for my shopping spree. And, please, choose something that clearly says that I don’t like getting raped.”
“I think you’ll be pleased with the attire, young master.”
“You know what, Kyle? Call me by my name. Even better, call me Rio.”
“Master Rio?”
“No, just Rio.”
“I cannot remove the honorific. It is hard coded.”
“Hmm, you make me so curious about your software.” Riordan pursed his lips. “One day, I’ll definitely want to have a look.”
“Do you have training in technology, master Rio?”
“No, but it’s not like I need it,” Riordan said cheerfully.
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