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 Subject: 22 TETMD Series: The Reckoning Part 1

   Story Codes: g solo, g/g

   Summary: After Brianna's life goes into a tailspin, Ja'quoia is
comforted by her new freind, the perfect cheerleader, Sarah.  Brianna's
arrest causes a political and social upheaval in the state.  Myra's
intervention leads to the charges against Brianna being dropped.  Brianna
starts a new course in life with twists she could never have imagined.

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   - Myra

   As Myra's car approached Aiden's estate, the gates were already open for
her.  And when her car slowed to a complete stop, the car door was opened
for her as well.  She walked from the car and through the open front doors
where one of Aiden's harem girls took Myra's coat and bag.  The girl
quickly turned, and led Myra to the powder room, where she opened the door
for Myra.  The girl was waiting when Myra emerged several minutes later. 
Together they walked to Aiden's study where, once again, an open door
waited for her.  Myra entered the room and strolled over to the bar as the
door was shut behind her.  She had just poured herself a juice when Aiden
made his entrance through a side door.

   Myra moved to the chair in front of his desk but changed direction when
he waved her to the easy chairs and couch by the large windows off to the
side.  Myra studied Aiden as she approached, he looked tired.  His physical
stature and rugged good looks hid it well; but, Myra could see it.  Aiden
was tired.  As she got closer, Myra noticed for the first time that Aiden
was also starting to show his age.

   Seated on the couch, Aiden eyed Myra as she headed his way, and said,
"Myra, it's been an interesting year."

   Myra walked to the couch and half sat on the armrest.  She reached an
arm around Aiden and placed a soft kiss on top his head.  Sitting back up
she replied, "It most certainly has been an interesting year ...  you've
had a difficult time, but I understand things are starting to look up."

   Looking down at his hands on his lap, he replied, "I miss her ...  I
really miss her Myra.  It's been so difficult." Then, looking up at Myra,
he continued, "But ...  we've had some great success!  We will be expecting
our first arrival any day now and, pretty soon, all of the girls will be
carrying my progeny.  We will build an empire the likes that has never been
seen before ...  and we will build it from the inside of our current
empire. Have you got the information for me?" Before her eyes, Aiden
suddenly came to life!

   Moving to the chair across from the couch, Myra replied, "Everything has
being downloaded to the system.  Simply put, we have to downsize our
operations in South America and Thailand.  We have too many people
involved, too many chiefs running around those places.  Organization is
almost nonexistent, and money is hard to track.  I've included in the
download a list of those that need to be eliminated and those that should
be elevated.  Once you send your approval, things will happen."

   Myra continued, "During this investigation, it also became clear that
some of our stateside folks are getting a bit too power-hungry.  I've set
up some scenarios for your approval where one regional director will be
eliminated as a warning to the others."

   "And have you selected the lucky fellow yet?"

   "Not yet, I'm narrowing it down; there's Dave in Ohio, Art in St. 
Louis, Jack in Florida and, Nelson in San Diego ...  thoughts?"

   "Dave?  No, he would never cross us.  He's always been honest and he got
us Micky.  He's too fucking scared to do anything wrong.  I'd say any of
the other three.  I still want to know what happened to the money ...  you
said you would get to the bottom of it ..."

   "And I will ...  I believe Jack's up to his neck in some sort of scheme;
but, I can't remove him until I get it figured out.  If we move against
him, or try to coerce it out of him, we'll fail.  He will never break. 
That's what keeps him alive.  Once I get the evidence ..."

   Aiden replied, "For now ...  for now ...  OK, he lives ...  either of
the other two ...  fine with me."

   Previously Myra had noticed that the side door Aiden had entered the
room through was slightly ajar.  Now the door was open just a little bit
more.  She was positive she saw a wisp of dark hair at the opening.  Myra
looked at Aiden and said, "If she's going to listen, she might as well come
in." She glanced at the door.

   Without taking his eyes from Myra, he ordered, "Rachel, you may enter."

   The longhaired eight-year-old cautiously entered the room.  She was
dressed provocatively.  Black Mary Jane's with knee-high white hose and a
short plaid, pleated schoolgirl skirt topped with a freshly cleaned, crisp,
white shirt.  She also sported a loose black tie, and had her hair in two
ponytails.  After a few steps, she ran to Aiden, falling to her knees in
front of him.  "Poppy!  I didn't mean to intrude.  I was walking by, the
door was open and I heard voices.  I've never met our visitor and was
curious.  Please don't punish me!"

   Myra observed as Aiden calmed and reassured the young girl.  She wasn't
in any trouble, he forgave her.  Aiden reached for the girl and had her sit
sideways in his lap with her head resting on his chest.  He held her
comfortably in his right arm with his right hand firmly grasping her little
girl ass.

   As Aiden was caressing Rachel's ass, he was considering Myra.  She was
becoming too strong for his taste.  She gave her own orders and commanded
personnel around as she wished.  Aiden really didn't have a problem with
this; it just bothered him.  He didn't like it when something bothered him.
Anyway, he could always find a replacement.  `Yes', he thought to himself,
`I will go with a death match'.

   Aiden had also been worried about Jack and had, just now, decided to
arrange a Myra versus Jack fight to the death.  Whoever survived, would be
the heir to the organization.  Aiden would keep the breeding program and
worldwide contacts; but, everything else would go to the winner.  He needed
to put one more piece into play and all would be set.  He decided, right
then and there, that he would provide Jack with access to the Russian.

   Aiden kissed Rachel on top of her head, smiled at Myra, and said, "I
hear you have a new travelling companion.  At first, I was not pleased that
you interceded in that unfortunate affair in Seattle and then took the girl
without consulting me." There was a pause; it was obvious that Myra wasn't
going to respond.  Aiden continued, "You were correct, I was in no state to
accept a new girl.  Regardless, from what I hear, everything has worked out
for the best, right?"

   "Yes, for once, things have gone well.  I am now her legal guardian.  We
appear to get along very well.  I'm starting to think I couldn't imagine my
life without her ..."

   "So, are you two ...?"

   "Fuck you Aiden!  Nothing of the sort.  You know exactly what is going
on.  Quite frankly ..."

   "My apologies, Myra!  Please accept my sincere apologies for my
inconsiderate remark."

   Looking at Aiden, Myra could see that he was sincere.  An apology, and
sincere as well?!  Something had changed in Aiden; Myra wasn't sure if it
was for the better or not.  Quickly she covered her surprise and replied,
"Accepted.  Aiden, I know you meant no disrespect.  We must get down to
some work now."

   Aiden was happy she accepted his apology.  "You will have to introduce
us someday."

   Myra smiled in response.

   Aiden replied, "No, no more work today.  You go and join your ward. 
I've plenty to keep me busy.  I'll go through the reports you've sent, and
tomorrow, after breakfast, we will take of everything." Aiden stood and
gently placed Rachel back on the floor.  He lovingly looked down at Rachel
and said, "Now go over and say goodbye to Miss Myra."

   Rachel walked up to Myra, extended her hand, and said, "I enjoyed
meeting you Miss Myra.  I hope I can see you tomorrow, if you're not
working too hard.  Good bye."

   Myra smiled and replied, "I'm sure we'll become good friends.  I look
forward to seeing you tomorrow as well.  Have a good afternoon."

   Myra was glad Aiden put off the work until tomorrow.  She had had just
about all she could take of Aiden for the day!  She felt a strong need to
spend time with Brianna.  Regardless, she knew that look in Aiden's eye.  A
little, eight-year-old girl would soon be loving his cock, one way or
another.

   Myra wasn't wrong.

   As soon as Myra left the study for the return drive, Aiden turned to
Rachel and said, "My dear Rachel, I think you need to come here and sit
with me."

   Rachel demurely smiled at Aiden, with her right index finger touching
her bottom lip and asked, "Poppy, do you need me to make you feel
wonderful?"

   Aiden gazed at his newfound love and replied, "Yes, I need you right
now!

   Rachel approached Aiden and stood between his now spread legs.  Aiden
untied the cord on his loose pants, lifted his ass off the couch and
started to pull his pants down.  Rachel reached for the pants and completed
the removal for him.  Rachel knelt in front of Aiden, gazing back and forth
from his eyes to his semi-erect cock.  Gently she wrapped both her little
hands around his thick rod and slowly stroked him until he was as hard as
could be.

   Aiden loved Rachel, not in the same way or as much as he loved Yvette,
but it was a genuine love all the same.  At least as genuine as Aiden was
capable of feeling love.  In some ways, he fed off the love she had for
him. For Rachel did love Aiden.  She loved him as her master, her father,
her lover, and her friend.  She saw how he treated her sisters.  He showed
love for them; but, never the type of love he showed her.  Like all humans,
her love grew as he gave more to her; and his love grew as she gave more to
him.

   Rachel placed her lips on the underside of the head of his dick and
placed soft kisses down the length of his shaft and onto his balls.  She
twirled the tip of her tongue around his nuts and then ran it back up the
shaft, applying gentle flicks along the way.  Keeping the tip of her tongue
on the underside of the head of his dick, she lifted herself up until she
could open her mouth and slide her lips down over the cap of his dick.  She
held the head of Aiden's dick in her mouth and suckled on it

   Aiden loved the way she teased him!  He was feeling harder and more
excited by the minute.  Rachel carefully pulled up and off his dick; using
her tongue, she worked her way back down his shaft, this time making tiny
figure eights using the tip of her tongue along the way.  She kept one hand
on his dick as she traversed the length of his shaft.  The other hand was
busy fondling his nuts or caressing his stomach.

   Rachel had learned a lot from Yvette about what Poppy liked and wanted
from his girls.  She did her best to improve on what she learned whenever
possible.  Yvette had never used her tongue the way Rachel did, and Aiden
loved her innovations.

   After Rachel reached Aiden's balls with her tongue, she leaned forward
slightly, released her hair from the ponytails and let it flow onto Aiden's
cock.  She then ran her face all around his dick, through her hair, until
her mouth was back at the top.

   Aiden had spread his arms across the back of the couch and laid his head
back as he experienced Rachel's oral and facial manipulations.  With an
inhale, he bent his head down to observe Rachel, but in this process, his
attention was caught by a figure at the door.  He need just a moment to
focus and then recognized who was leaning against the doorframe.

   With a wave of his hand, Aiden called, "Tatti!  Come in here love.  Sit
with me.  Watch as your niece Rachel demonstrates what makes her so special
...  and so beloved."

   Into the room sashayed a dark-haired, eighteen-year-old beauty dressed
in a little tight black dress.  She approached Aiden without taking her
eyes from Rachel.  She sat next to Aiden and cuddled up into his side,
hooking her legs under her.

   The girl glanced at Aiden and asked, "May I be of some assistance to my
beautiful niece, Rachel?"

   With a smile Aiden replied, "You may assist; but, the job ...  and my
dick ...  is hers!"

   Tatti slid down next to Aiden's leg and carefully shifted towards
Rachel. Rachel glanced at her and tried her best to smile as she sucked on
Aiden's dick.  Tatti reached around to Rachael's ass and slid her hand
under her skirt.  Tatti grabbed the waistband of Rachel's shear white
panties and deftly moved them down to the little girl's knees.  She then
ran the tips of her fingers from the top of Rachel's ass crack down and
under to her plump, moist pussy.  Tatti knew how things worked with Aiden;
she knew the little girl would already have been opened.  Without
hesitation she pushed her index and middle fingers deep inside the
eight-year-old's tight hot pussy.

   Rachel was so surprised that she almost let go of Aiden's cock.  She
regained control of herself and then made greater efforts at sucking him
off.  Tatti was now finger fucking Rachel with fervor, and moved in close
to the little girl's ear.

   Tatti spoke quietly but firmly, "Now, my little niece, you will suck
your Poppy until he cums.  I want you to fuck my fingers while you suck
him! Start riding my fingers!  Fuck my fingers and suck your Poppy!"

   Aiden shifted his leg under Tatti and she started humping his leg as she
helped Rachel fuck her fingers and suck Aiden's dick.  Rachel was exploding
with sensations!  She loved the feel of Aiden's dick in her mouth and the
waves of pleasure emanating from her pussy were almost too much to handle.
Rachel placed both hands on Aiden's dick and started to furiously suck and
stroke him.  Tatti started riding Aiden's leg in the build up to her own
climax and could feel the eight-year-old's pussy start to pulsate on her
fingers.

   Aiden released his mind from thought and let the sexual moment carry him
to another plane.  Without expecting it, he exploded in Rachel's mouth just
as Tatti was cumming on his leg.  Only moments earlier Rachel had screamed
her pleasure with Aiden's dick still deep in her mouth.  All three had
achieved an intense sexual release while pleasing the others.

   Aiden placed his hand on Rachel's head and held her firmly to his dick.
He commanded, "Make sure you have a full mouth of cum to show me.  Don't
swallow everything!"

   Shortly, Rachel lifted her head, and her cheeks were puffed like an
autumnal squirrel.  She opened her mouth a little to show Aiden its
contents.  Some of his cum slid out and down her chin.  Aiden grabbed Tatti
with his free hand and ordered, "Kiss your niece, share my gift between
yourselves.  French kiss Rachel and take care not to waste any of my
precious cum!"

   Tatti and Rachel met in a full mouth kiss.  Tatti's tongue sought out
Aiden's load and the two girls swirled the cum between their mouths.  Tatti
broke away just slightly to show Aiden the mouthful she now possessed. 
Aiden nodded his head at her and she swallowed deeply.  Aiden looked at
Rachel, nodded his head at her, and she also swallowed.  The two girls sat
on their knees in front of him and opened their now empty mouths to show
their master.

   Aiden smiled in approval and said, "Tatti, there is some on Rachel's
chin."

   In no time at all the lingering string of cum was licked up and
swallowed.

   Aiden smiled.  He looked at Rachel and said, "You my dear, you must go
and get changed.  Then you will join your sisters for their walk." Looking
at Tatti, he said, "Go get a me a drink and one for yourself.  You'll stay
with me a while longer.

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   Rachel left for her quarters and Tatti poured two loganberry drinks.

   As she walked towards Aiden, he marveled at how well she had turned out.
He procured her five years previously from the Russian.  They had met to
settle some minor business issues that if not dealt with, would have become
major problems for the both of them.  If there was one thing that was bad
for business, it was unneeded competition and conflict.

   Toward the end of the meeting, Aiden inquired, "General, I would like to
procure a very special girl."

   General Shapovolov laughed, leaned back and replied, "My friend ... 
wouldn't we all?"

   Aiden politely laughed along with the General and continued, "This girl
was taken from her mother several years ago.  This whole affair only
recently come to my attention and my interest is purely business."

   Shapovolov eyed Aiden and weighed his words carefully before replying.
He deliberately went through the process of lighting a cigarette, after a
long pull and exhale, he replied, "I believe I know of the situation that
you speak of.  Recently, you entered into a business arrangement with the
woman, Yovenko.  Yes?"

   Aiden calmly nodded his head.

   The Russian gazed at Aiden and said, "This girl you speak of, she is
part of an agreement with the woman?"

   Aiden leaned forward, "The girl I speak of ...  is for me.  Whether my
pleasure or as an asset to my business ...  or as insurance ...  it doesn't
matter.  She is not for the woman, she is for me."

   Shapovolov crushed the cigarette in the ashtray and glanced up at Aiden
with a smile.  Here was a man like himself.  He could align business with
pleasure and commit great evil without hesitation.  Shapovolov stood and
extended his hand to Aiden.  Aiden stood and shook the Russian's hand. 
Shapovolov said, "The girl is yours.  I wish to see your interests
flourish."

   Aiden replied, "You, my friend, need only ask, I am your servant."

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   The relationship between the two men grew, as did their own wealth and
power.  The girl, Tatyana, was removed from the former KGB school she
attended and sent to California, where she spent six months with Aiden. 
During that time, he perfected his techniques for gaining absolute control
over the girl.  Given enough time and consistency, conditioned response
training can be very effective.  She learned that when he was happy and
pleased, she would be as well.  During her time with him, Aiden set their
relationship parameters by drilling into her that she was his little sister
and he was her older brother.  Tatti was very compliant and a quick
learner.

   One time, after he had finished spraying his cum all over her, she
asked, "Brother?"

   "Yes, little sister?"

   "We do things that brothers and sisters aren't supposed to do.  Why do
we do them?"

   "My sweet little Tatti, many brothers and sisters do exactly what we are
doing.  Many brothers and sisters will do these things many times. 
Actually, doing these things is a natural part of you"

   Tatti didn't understand what he meant, but she often did not understand
her big brother.  It was much easier to agree with him and not ask too many
questions.  "I know we aren't real brother and sister, but I love you like
a brother, I'm just confused."

   "Tatti, I love you like a sister, and more than a sister.  For our
future we need to love each other in a way that no one else loves each
other."

   Tatti gave this some thought as she ran her hands over her stomach
rubbing Aiden's cum into her skin like a lotion.

   Eventually, Tatti was sent to a secret Yakuza school to begin her
three-year training program.  Aiden visited Tatyana during those years as
often as he could.  He even convinced the school master to allow Tatyana
two, two-week breaks during the year, so she could visit him in California
or accompany him on a vacation.

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   Tatti approached the half-naked man on the couch and couldn't keep her
eyes off his now flaccid dick.  It lay there on his right thigh, thick and
long.  She previously accepted Aiden's member in every available orifice
she had ...  many times.  She couldn't begin to imagine how much of his cum
she had swallowed or taken in her pussy or ass.  These thoughts were
getting her hot all over again.

   She handed Aiden his glass and set hers down on the side table.  His
eyes were glued to the girl.  She reached for, and slid the thin strap off
her right shoulder with her left hand.  She lowered the left strap with her
right hand.  She deftly unstrapped her shoes and removed them in a flash.
She made a point of turning away from Aiden when she bent over to remove
her shoes.  She knew Aiden loved her ass!

   Tatti stood five foot four in her bare feet.  Although she was stronger
than most men, and incredibly fit, she had very womanly curves to her.  Her
thighs were perfectly proportioned, appearing soft and inviting.  Her hips
and ass were full with a perfect amount of "cushion." Her waist was thin
and her shoulders somewhat broad.  Her tits had developed into works of
art! They were round and C-cup full, with slightly oblong areola and thick
nipples.  Each one was a treasure and joy to fondle, or just watch.

   Tatti was a very pretty girl with a button nose and beautiful smile. 
Her eyes were expressive and, chocolate in color.  Her light brunette hair
fell in tresses to just beyond her shoulders.  Tatti would not be mistaken
for a model, but was often the most desirable female in any room.

   She could feel the tightening in her stomach as Aiden gazed at her and
his dick made the involuntary twitches that signaled his developing
arousal. Tatti started to shimmy out of her dress.  She wore no bra and,
when she peeled the garment down to her waist, Aiden's eyes feasted upon
the two delightful pink capped mounds of quivering flesh.  As she bent down
to remove her dress, her breasts hung in a beautiful display of teenage
maturity.

   Tatti stood in front of Aiden wearing only a white string panty.  It had
a kite-shaped panty that barely covered her prominent vulva, four strings
held everything together.  One ran from the top of the cloth and around her
waist, another connected with the first and flossed down between her ass
cheeks to connect with the bottom point of the cloth.  One string ran from
each side point of the cloth up to the waist string and, where all three
were anchored, the knots were covered by dainty pink bows.

   Aiden reached his right hand for the girl and said, "Milaya sestra (my
sweet little sister.) You are so beautiful.  Sit with me."

   Tatti smiled and smoothly cuddled up to Aiden under his right hand.  As
her hand reached for his half-erect cock, she purred, "Uvazhayemyy starshiy
brat (my dear older brother.)" She stroked him a few, times while she slid
down, until her face was just above his growing dick.  Looking back and up
at Aiden she said, "Beautiful brother, do you still desire me now that I am
turning into a woman?"

   Aiden took the girl in his hands and positioned her so that she was
straddling his lap, sitting on his now fully erect dick.  He started a slow
hump and said, "You are the beautiful one, little sister!  I could never
tire of you!  Now, take what you desire, make yourself happy.  Your
happiness is what makes me satisfied."

   Tatti pushed aside the flimsy cloth and adjusted her hips until Aiden's
dick was positioned to enter her now very damp pussy.  Tatti slid her pussy
lips over the head of Aiden's dick and slowly lowered herself as she felt
him completely fill her.  She threw her head back and made her tits easily
available to Aiden.  He grasped at them and with a roughness he knew she
enjoyed, began to squeeze, pinch, and pull her beautiful tits.  His mouth
soon came into play as he orally ravaged one tit while he manhandled the
other.  Tatti started riding Aiden harder as he molested her tits.  Tatti
let out sharp "Oooohs" with every downward thrust she made on Aiden's dick.

   Aiden loved his little girls and always found the greatest of all
thrills when engaged in underage sexual activity, but Tatti was different.
She was one of the very few "older" girls who had ever interested Aiden. 
Again, it was the love she showed him that made him love her.

   He moved his hands to her ass and moved her until he was on top of her,
lying on the couch.  He then started to fuck his young charge.  He dropped
fully on top of her and placed his mouth next to her ear.  He started to
describe what he was thinking as he vigorously rolled his hips into her
accepting pussy.

   His language and graphic descriptions sent Tatti to a new high of sexual
excitement.  She worked harder to get him as deep into her as possible. 
Her "Oooohs" became louder and more strident with every thrust Aiden
pummeled into her.  After only a short while, she felt her pussy clamp
tight onto Aiden's dick when it was at its deepest point.  She rode with
his thrusts as orgasmic tremors coursed through her body.

   Aiden felt her orgasm as her cunt quivered in an attempt to milk him of
his man juice.  She was good, her cunt was perfect, without planning or
wanting to, he came in a big time fashion.  She milked him for everything
he had.  His entire body tensed as he exploded into her velvety sheath.

   Tatti looked at Aiden as he came and saw that he was getting older.  She
knew that he should have lasted longer, especially after what Rachel had
just done to him.  She also noticed that he was not depositing his usual
copious amounts of cum into her.  Tatti wrapped her legs around him tighter
and pulled him in as she wrapped her arms around him.  Aiden dropped into
her grasp and was shocked to find himself a bit out of breath.

   Tatti held her big brother until he regained his strength.  Aiden rolled
off her, propped himself on his elbow, and ran his hand over his little
sister's beautiful body.

   Tatti purred contentment, turned to Aiden and carefully asked, "Who was
that lady you visited with today?  She was quite beautiful and seemed
familiar but I don't think I've ever met her or seen her before."

   "She is one of my employees.  I believe she is going to try and take my
business from me."

   Matter-of-factly, Tatyana replied, "You should have her eliminated and
remove the threat."

   "It's not time for that just yet.  She is very important to me and I
have to be absolutely positive.  Oh, and yes, she is very beautiful.  Are
you interested in meeting her?"

   "No, I am not.  I do not care for her.  She just seemed familiar, that's
all."

   With a smirk on his face, Aiden rolled to his back and pulled Tatti on
top of him.  They shared a long affectionate kiss.  Aiden then slapped her
on the ass and said, "You go get cleaned up and dressed for dinner.  I have
some work to do!"

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   After a nap, Aiden sat down and went through Myra's reports.  As usual,
everything was perfectly in order.  She never made a mistake.  With only
two changes, he approved the "reduction in work force" in Thailand and
South America.  It would be a bit of a bloodbath, but it would be worth it.
As far as the regional directors were concerned, Aiden decided Art in St.
Louis was the obvious choice but he would recommend Nelson in San Diego for
elimination to see if Myra would try either to change his mind, or follow
orders.

   Aiden then placed a call to the Russian.  After three unsuccessful
attempts the call was finally answered by one of his aides.  Aiden was told
that the General was ordered into action and would be out of reach for the
next twenty-four hours.  Aiden thought, `Fucking officers, always looking
for glory in the fight!  He better keep his ass covered!'

   The next day he and Myra met for several hours.  Without hesitation or
question, Myra accepted the decision to eliminate Nelson.  Once all the
plans were finalized, and they were ready to end their meeting, Aiden said,
"Myra, I've changed my mind.  Art needs to go."

   Without expression, and without looking at Aiden, Myra said, "Very well,
I'll handle the arrangements."

   "Oh yes, one more thing.  I've been thinking about this girl of yours
and I do believe I am ready to fill the empty spot in my little family."

   Myra wasn't prepared for this and steeled herself for what she assumed
was going to be his demand, disguised as a request.

   Aiden watched Myra closely and, for just a second fear crossed her face.
He saw what he needed to see.  He continued, "What I want is a young girl,
a young Latino girl.  She must be absolutely beautiful and flawless.  Her
heritage must be perfectly Latino, no Aztecan/Mayan or African traits. 
Give it to Micky, personally!  "

   Relieved, Myra nodded her head as she gathered her materials.

   Once ready to leave, Myra and Aiden shared a quick hug and Myra said,
"I've decided to make a quick stop in Atlanta.  Jason needs to be brought
up to speed on our decisions and ...  well ...  I think it's good to keep
him in the mix.  Then it's down to Florida.  I want to give Micky the
school site selection job in person, and get a closer look at Jack's
operation.  I'll personally deliver ...  your ...  your order." She paused,
sighed, and continued, "I need a short break as well.  I think a few days
on the beach will be just what I need."

   As they walked down the hallway, Aiden said, "I would love to join you,
both of you ...sadly, it is not to be.  I must look after things here. 
Take care of what needs to be done, be careful around Jack, and enjoy a
short break.  Let Micky know I'll be looking forward to his ...  delivery.
I need you back here in a week or so ...  I'll need you here as the babies
start to arrive."

   Myra simply nodded, gave Aiden a light kiss on the cheek and got in the
car.  As the car headed down the long drive, Aiden turned back to the house
and noticed Tatti watching from an upstairs window.  She glanced down at
Aiden and disappeared from view.

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   Prior to leaving for the airport, Myra received a call.  Brianna
commented, "I've never heard that ringtone before."

   Myra glanced at Brianna and for the first time ever, Brianna saw
uncertainty in Myra's eyes.  Myra stood, walked to the bedroom and simply
said, "I have to take this."

   Once in the bedroom, Myra secured the door, pressed the green button and
put the phone to her ear.  A woman's voice came over the line and asked,
"Masha?"

   Myra replied, "Da.  Berinhard?"

   The voice replied, "Please hold."

   In less than a minute Myra heard the old familiar voice; both
frightening and comforting at the same time.  Softly came the words,
"Masha, my love.  You must meet with me ...  immediately.  Events are
running out of control and only you and I can control them."

   Myra hesitated, and replied with the name only she had for him, "Misha,
where?"

   "A Japanese Air flight will be departing in two hours.  Your ticket is
waiting for you.  Leave your girl with your friend.  Once you land you will
be escorted to a Military aircraft for the rest of the journey."

   "Vilyuchinsk?"

   "Yes Masha ...  I wish it could be Bavaria ...  again ...  maybe another
time."

   "Misha, the time for us has passed."

   "I will see you soon."

   Myra explained the change of plans to Brianna.  Their departure to
Georgia would be delayed by a day.

   Brianna was unfazed.  She was happy to spend another day at Cal Tech! 
She loved Cal Tech!

   Myra made her way to the secluded Russian submarine base with nervous
expectation.  She hadn't seen her Misha in many years.  Not since they had
both been posted to Germany.  He was her commander, such a dashing and
virile man.  They had become close, but rules were rules and neither of
them was brave enough to break the rules against fraternization.  One
glorious evening in Bavaria, Misha announced his love for her; but, alas,
his marriage and love of country prevented things from going forward.

   Myra was escorted into the heavily guarded main building and lead up to
a Spartan conference room where waiting for her was the second most
powerful man in the world.  They embraced, properly greeted each other and
proceeded through the standard formalities.  He led her to a comfortable
side room where the two sat in soft bucket chairs enjoying some vodka and
eying each other.

   Vladimir broke the ice.  "Myra, General Shapovolov has become a major
liability.  Most, if not all of the troubles that have occurred with
Ukraine are his doings.  He accomplishes one feat and I am powerless to
order him back because of public opinion.  I tried to have him arrested but
I can't get to him." He paused and looked at Myra who only nodded for him
to continue.  "He has finally made a mistake; his arrogance has taken him
too far."

   Vladimir knew the mere mention of Shapovolov would pique Myra's
attention.  He continued, "The gangster Shapovolov ...  by himself! ... 
drove out to the front and got himself captured by your countrymen." Myra
put her glass down and intently stared at Vladimir.  "They wish to ransom
him back to me, but I do not want him.  I told them to quietly get rid of
him, but they want to make some political statement.  This leaves me in a
bind.  I then thought of you."

   Myra calmly said, "This must be handled very delicately.  It would be
best if he was killed by friendly fire.  He could then be buried with full
honors and you could start to straighten things out.  I want some time with
him first."

   "Yes, and of course.  You will serve as the agent between me and your
compatriots concerning how this is to be done.  I knew you would want some
time alone with the pig; but, I know from experience, you will not be
healed by what you inflict on him." Vladimir paused and poured himself
another drink.  "There is also the question of what to do with his business
dealings.  I know you are deeply involved in the market; but, so far you
and your boss seem capable of staying out of the limelight.  I want you to
know that I would like to see the trade of our children, Russian,
Ukrainian, all of the old bloc, eliminated; if not eliminated, then,
severely curtailed."

   Myra now had the ally she needed.  She told him of her plan.  He
approved wholeheartedly.  She explained the current and eventual status of
the child sex trade.  He hoped it would be eliminated, but settled for it
to be regulated and constrained.  He added a few suggestions of his own and
a deal was struck.

   Vladimir felt good about helping Myra and once again working with her.
There is so little in life that one loves, and Vladimir loved Myra.

   Myra had never asked anything of Vladimir; although she could have.  Now
she was pleased.  He came to her and they were going to work for the
benefit of each other.  She now had full access to, and authority within,
the Russian, Ukrainian and, believe it or not, German intelligence
agencies.

   In less than twenty-four hours, Myra and Brianna were back on their
journey.

   The stop in Atlanta was very quick.  Myra needed three hours with Jason;
Brianna stayed at the hotel to swim, workout, and complete some online
coursework.  During their meeting, Myra told Jason to shut down his little
auction and video side business.  She explained that, for the time being,
he would need to be focused on protecting his business.  He agreed and then
informed her that Nick was currently on assignment that would keep him out
of touch for two more days.

   As Myra left the meeting with Jason, she made arrangements for her and
Brianna to stay at Jack's place, instead of Nick's.  Upon reflection, she
realized it was a blessing in disguise, having to stay at Jack's.  She knew
a shift of power was coming and, in the tumult, she would have to do away
with Jack whether or not she found the missing money.

   One other factor made staying at Jack's a good thing.  One of his men,
Dylan, had been on her payroll for over a year.  Myra needed to talk with
Dylan.
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