Mag returns, no doubt the devil here to rob me of my last dance with pleasure. I climb out quickly, the first chance I get when she turns her back. But it's silly really. Wouldn't I be naked to get all that mud on me? Matters not, Mary. I cling to the towel for dear life until she's ready.
"So what's it like?" I ask as she gathers her bag of tricks.
"Is this your first time?"
No! I'm just asking to make small talk. Of course, it's my first time.
"Yes," I say instead. "My friend Hazel paid for it. It's my birthday."
"Happy birthday, Mary." Then she reaches for a remote. "This calls for something special."
At first, there's a piano introduction; then some sort of mantra I can't hear because the piano doesn't know when to take a hint.
"Sounds relaxing. I just can't make out the words."
"He's saying Sa," she repeats slowly for my benefit. "Ta. Na. Ma."
"Sa. Ta. Na. Ma," I repeat after her.
"Now, let me tell you what to expect," Mag begins. "First, I'll massage you from head to toe; then exfoliate you and apply the mud. Next I'll wrap you in plastic and cover you with a blanket."
"You make it sound so good."
"Not as good as it'll feel," she assures me. "Just close your eyes and relax. Enjoy the moment."
YOU ARE READING
NINE TIME MACHINES: Do you want to undo your entire life on planet earth?
FantasiaThere is a war coming! In it, Lilith and the impostor God must battle for all human minds on earth. But one girl can stand in the gap for all humanity. However, to prove worthy for this feat, Mary must begin shadow work to take the mark upon herself...
