The water changes from clear to foamy. I redouble my silent sobs under the insufferable vice of Tahlana’s control. xxx Following her directions, I press an octagonal, palm sized button on the top of the right column. My groan of ecstasy turns into one of frustration. I’m blinded momentarily from the brightness of the room. I take a few shaky steps and then find my stride in the dark. It’s only for a few seconds, but the pressure in my mind makes me wish I were dead. It’s only for a few seconds, but the pressure in my mind makes me wish I were dead.
