“You will have your duty in the bedchamber. Now, Emily, I warn you it will not be pleasant. It will hurt, and be rather messy. You must lie back and do as your husband tells you, and it will soon be over.”“Mama!” Emily groaned. “I don‟t really need to know—”“No, Emily, let me finish. There are ways to make it easier. I used to close my eyes and plan a party.”

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