After closing the door, Shaal replied "Bring the male down, I want to play with the female some." She suspected the male would take more effort to subdue, while the female would be easier, and she wanted to start with her. She went behind Ithana and wrapped her arms around her whole chest, holding her tightly. She was being gentle, but firm, holding her with surprising strength. Her natural strength was much higher than could be imagined just looking at her.<br/><br/>She leaned her head down and whispered to her ear, in an uncharacteristically sad voice "I'm really sorry for this, but I lied to you." Then, in mid-sentence, her voice changed back to her normal playful, happy tone. "In fact, the only exotic creature here, is you!" She followed that with a giggle.<br/>