Written on 9 January 2019
“It's just so great to have you here.” All those teeth. Those perfect teeth, blinding me with their brilliance. Always on display.
“This is Carol. She'll be joining us.” another blue polo, another perfect set of teeth, another slightly vacant glare. I stick out my hand for a shake, and both of them chuckle mirthlessly.
“Men and women are only allowed to touch if they've been married for 5 years. Unless the act of reproduction is happening, and we do that as an anonymous group, so no one is shamed, and no one man is the father.” The grin is so unnerving. And no matter how she dressed it up, she was describing an orgy. “Did you not read our rules?” there is something slightly threatening behind her vacant stare. I better play along.
“Yes, sorry. It's just all a lot to take in. I know that, with the help of my brothers, sisters and Faulkner the Wise, I can learn quickly and fit in.”
“Brilliant.” Brad said, with a clap of his hands. “Let's get you settled in.” I knew she was here somewhere. I’d have to endure the bullshit a little longer, but I was going to get my sister back.
“Praise be to Faulkner the Wise.” I squealed, to nods of approval from Carol and Brad.