The Mating Game

Goodbye Newling

Following Elder John into the forest, we walk for what seems like hours until we reach a tiny building in the middle of nowhere.  There is literally no sign of life, no other people, no other buildings, no anything.  Just a whole lot of trees and a random building that has been placed here for some terrible reason.  Probably so they don’t hear me scream. Shaking my head, I try to push that particular thought from my mind.  “Why is this place so far away from everything else?” I ask hoping that he’ll give me an answer that will completely make sense as to why a building is in the middle of the woods with nothing else around it.  “Well, we use this building for multiple things. But most of all this building is used for its privacy reasons” Oh s**t, well that didn’t help calm my nerves at all. That just made it a whole lot worse.  My intuition is telling me to flee, but my brain stops me for Aaron’s sake. Elder John guides me to a room that holds an examination table.  A beam of light filters through a solitary window shining light directly onto the table. I quickly notice four cuffs total attached to the top and bottom of the exam table. Obviously, the cuffs are used to hold someone’s feet and hands down. “What are these for?” I ask a tremor moving through my body.  “Those are only used when an individual is not cooperating but I’m sure we won’t have that problem with you. Right, Addison.” Swallowing I give a tiny nod.   “Take your clothes off and place them on the chair over there against the wall.”  Hesitating I make eye contact with Elder John hoping that this will let him know that I want some privacy, however, he continues standing there watching me intently.  “Do you have somewhere I can undress or  maybe something I can cover up with?” “Addison, come now, we don’t have all day.  I have seen many women naked, and you need to be naked for the examination. Please disrobe.” He seems annoyed with me.  Trying not to upset him I begin taking my clothes off.  When I’m removing the last piece of clothing, the door to the exam room opens up behind Elder John.   Instinctively I jump and cover my chest with one arm and place my hand down by my private area and turn sideways.  “I was wondering when you were going to show up?” Elder John says without turning around.  “You know I wouldn’t miss this.” A familiar voice says.  When I see his blonde hair and stare into his icy blue eyes, I know exactly who is there.  “What the hell is he doing here” I scream.  “Who?” Edler John says in a childlike voice.  “You know damn well who I’m talking about.” They are acting like I’m crazy.  “Oh, you mean David.  He’s here to observe only but if you say anything to anyone about his presence I’ll have to deny he was here, and you’ll be seen as a liar trying to slander an elder, and you’ll be punished.”  “Yes, I’m not really here.  In fact, if you ask Elder Pat or Tim, they’ll tell you I am playing a game of cards with them right now. So it wouldn’t be good for you to open your mouth, Addison. No one likes liars especially when they are accusing an elder of doing wrong.” David says stepping towards me.  “You stay the f*ck away from me.  This isn’t allowed.  No other man except for Aaron and a healer is allowed to touch me.  That is the most sacred law we have on Ubertus.”  Moving around to the other side of the exam table I begin to panic.  Scanning the room, I look for some type of weapon, but there isn’t a thing to use against either of them.  “Hush now child, of course, he’s not going to touch you.  Your body is sacred, and it could already have a vessel within it, and I would never jeopardize a baby.  Like I said he’s just observing. He will not lay a finger on you. Please lay down on the table, and we’ll begin the exam.” he says speaking in an irritated tone.  “To, hell with you.  What makes you think I’m going to believe you? Neither one of you is coming near me.  You can’t get away with this.”  “Addison, calm down. I’m simply here for the show.  I wanted a better look at the property I would be inheriting at the next grouping ceremony in eight months.  Everyone likes to inspect future belongings before they agree to take care of it.  You must understand that I need to make sure you are indeed worth my time and energy.” David says like he’s talking to a small child.   “You disgust me!” I spit the words back at him.  “Now, now Addison you shouldn’t talk to future mates that way.  You could be punished for those types of things.” David says giving me a sickening grin.  “Alright enough lay down, or I’ll strap you down.  I’ve already given you my word that he will not touch you. It’s your choice.”  Elder John is beyond angry now and deciding quickly that I would rather have my hands and legs free in case something happens I sit down on the exam table.  Both men move towards me.  I can feel David’s eyes moving up and down my body. By the look on his face, I can tell he enjoys what he is seeing.  “Okay Addison I’m just going to spread your legs open, and you will feel a little pressure inside where I’m placing my fingers.  I’m just checking to make sure you are indeed no longer a newling.  It will take just a few seconds.”  Feeling physically sick by the events which are occurring at this moment I close my eyes trying to will everything away.  I feel his alien fingers venture inside me, and within moments they are back out.  “She’s no longer a virgin.” Elder John says to David.  “So she’ll have some experience when she comes your way. Addison, please stand up and place your arms against your sides.”  I do as I’m told wanting this whole thing to be over with.    “I’m going to permit David to give you a visual inspection for a few moments and then we’ll allow you to get dress once more and we’ll be on our way.  Okay, dear.”  Vomit rises in my throat.  “Could you please step forward so he can inspect the front and back please?”  Slowly David begins circling me like a predator stalking its prey. I can feel his eyes on me, staring at every inch of my bare body, and I feel so dirty and disgusted with myself and the world.  “Very nice.  She has nice t**s and a fine round ass.  She may be one of the finest new girls that we’ve had in the last few years.  You know I really got f*cked over this year when you gave her to Aaron.” David says rubbing his chin in thought.  “Well, I’m sorry that we had to do that, but you know people were starting to get suspicious.  We can’t give you what you want every year.  But we’ll make sure you get her at the next grouping ceremony if you want her.” Elder John replies seemingly bored with the whole situation.  Stopping in front of me David looks me in the eyes.  “Oh yes, I very much want her.” He says while licking his lips. I will not cry in front of this man.  I will not show fear.  Nut up Addison. Continuing to stand straight, and pushing my shoulders back, I keep my head up as I try to look like this whole situation isn’t making my skin crawl and my stomach turn.  David scans my body once more and then quickly thanks Elder John before exiting the building.  “You may get dressed,” Elder John says when walking out of the exam room and closing the door behind him. It is at that moment that a single tear runs down my cheek but I quickly wipe it off with my finger.  No, they will not see me crying today. Those f*cking bastards. I won’t let them have the pleasure of seeing my tears.  Dressing quickly I join Elder John in front of the building trying to control my legs from running in the direction of the farm.  John turns and begins following the path we came from and leads the way back to the farm.  It is only when I see the farm in the setting sun that I finally take in a deep breath and let it out.  “I will leave you here.  You are able to return to your home from this point on your own I assume.” I nod.  “Remember what I said about telling anyone about what happened today.  You would face dire consequences for any lies you try to spread.” John winks at me then disappears in the growing darkness of the forest.  Not being able to control my legs any longer I sprint back to the house as fast as I possibly can, yearning to feel the safety of Aaron’s arm.  I’m sure he’ll make an exception tonight and hold me even though he said he wanted to end that.  He’ll have to see how upset I am and want to comfort me Right?  He’ll know I went through a lot today.  In fact, he’s probably worried about me.  Bursting through the front door I find the front of the house empty, the smell of dinner lingers in the kitchen.  Maybe he went to bed already Pacing down the hallway I am happy to see that his door is opened a crack.  Reaching for the handle, I pause as my eyes catch sight of Katie bent over on the bed with her skirt pulled high and Aaron standing behind her with his pants down.  Not wanting to watch but unable to peel my eyes from the sight in front of me I am sickened by the two of them having s*x.  He’s not touching her at all except where his body penetrates into hers.  His hands do not search her body, and his lips are not on hers. Both of them still have their clothes on and there is no sound except for the smacking of their bodies as they make contact with one another and the creaking of the bed.  In fact, Katie lies there as if she is comatose but still the sight of them together in that manner pushes me over the edge.  I need to get the hell out of here.  I feel so dirty and… s**t, I don’t know this is just so f*cked up. Grabbing a bar of soap, a towel, and a change of clothes I leave the house and head for the pond.  However, I do not make it to the pond before having to bend over and heave the contents from my stomach onto the ground.  The vomit has been waiting to escape my body since the exam and seeing Aaron with Katie has taken me over the edge.  Crying uncontrollably I throw up twice more until there is no longer anything within my body to release.