Here is part 5 of Chapter 23 of The Tickle Cartel. I hope you enjoy it! Please let me know what you think, and thank you for reading!
Chapter Beginnings
Chapter 1: Captured by the Tickle Cartel
Chapter 2: Transfer to the Tickle Cartel
Chapter 3: Finding Jens Skill
Chapter 4: The Queen Mistress
Chapter 5: Palace Night: Beginning
Chapter 6: Palace Night: Heathers Room
Chapter 7: Palace Night: Dungeon
Chapter 8: Palace Night: Closing
Chapter 9: Interlude
Chapter 10: Afternoon of Fun
Chapter 11: Prep Week, Day 1
Chapter 12: Prep Week, Day 2
Chapter 13: Prep Week, Day 3
Chapter 14: Prep Week, Day 4
Chapter 15: Prep Week, Day 5
Chapter 16: Prep Week, Day 6
Chapter 17: Prep Week, Day 7
Chapter 18: Recruiting Maddie
Chapter 19: Testing Maddie
Chapter 20: Wendy's Guests, Day 1
Chapter 21: Wendy's Guests, Day 2
Chapter 22: Wendy's Guests, Day 3
Chapter 23: Dungeon Tickler Training
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Chapter 23: Dungeon Tickler Training, Part 4
Dawn did not make any further playful ticklish threats at Maddie on the way back to the apartment, although the initial tease kept Jen in between Maddie and Dawn for the entire walk back. When they arrived at Sixteen Swirls apartment Q15, the more dominant best friend unlocked the door and led the way inside. Jen allowed Dawn to go in ahead of her, and Maddie rushed into the living room when Dawn gave her another quick wiggle of her fingers, again in the air. Wow, Maddie, you must really not like being tickled, the Tummy Paradise employee teasingly observed.
I dont, Maddie replied as she covered up the bare belly in between her bikini top and bottom.
Okay, I wont tease you like that, at least for a while, Dawn allowed, putting her hands up in deference to the apartment owner. You did get it pretty bad at EEPAHAHA!
Yep, she did, Jen entered with a squeeze of the guests sides, followed by a constant array of wiggling fingers. Maddies always been super ticklish on her bellybutton, and I know from experience that the tickling she got there was definitely torturous. Its not like that with either of us, though, Dawn. We both like being tickled.
THAHAHAHATS RIHIHIGHT! Dawn confirmed, finally able to get her words back from the surprise tickling. She then looked over to Maddie, who had been taken aback by the sudden tickle attack, and invited her in, CMOHOHOHON MAHAHADDIEHEHE! JOHOHIN IHIHIN!
Really? Maddie hesitated, but she walked over when Dawn nonverbally confirmed her offer. The ticklee had both of her hands free and could have easily swatted away Jens tickling hands, but she instead waved Maddie towards her. Well, in that case, lets see if your bellybutton is as ticklish outside of Tummy Paradise as it is in a session.
IHIHIHIT IHIHIS! Dawn hysterically and happily screamed out when one of Maddies fingernails made contact with her tickle button. As a visual of this statement, the ticklees hands started to shoot down, but then she steadily forced them up and behind her head, interlocking the fingers to keep her resistance down. YOHOHOU BOHOHOTH AHAHARE AHAHAWESOHOHOME!
With both explicit and implicit permission to continue, the two ticklers wasted no time getting the most sensitive spots on the stomach. Jen came closer to the ticklee and wrapped her arms around the front, working with Maddie to make sure that four hands were tickling on or near the hypersensitive navel at all times. For her part, Dawn kept her arms firmly in place behind her head, allowing the hysterics-inducing tickling to continue on her torso.
Now that was fun, Jen declared, removing her fingers after ten minutes of straight tummy tickling.
Yes, it was, Maddie was more reluctant, but she also took her fingers off Dawns midsection.
Whew, we should do that again sometime! the tickling seemed to have had no negative effects on the still enthusiastic ticklee. You two are great!
Glad you liked that, Dawn; it just felt like the perfect spot and time to do it, Jen gave an unneeded defense for initiating the tickling, and she got a happy hug from Dawn in return. Would you like some water?
Sure! Dawn was still peppy as she gave a hug to her other tickler. The three headed over to the kitchen, where the two hosts got glasses of water out for themselves and their guest. After everyone was seated around the dining room table, Dawn asked, So, you two know that I work at Tummy Paradise, but I dont think Ive ever asked where you work?
Maddie and I are training to be Dungeon Ticklers, Jen revealed. Assuming we pass our class, well be working at Tickle Dungeon 16 soon. Thats why we got the apartment here.
Interesting, Dawn noted. Please forgive me if this is incorrect or inappropriate, but I heard that Dungeon Tickler Training only takes a week. Why hasnt Jen, at least, finished training yet?
The concerned look on the guests face put a firm hold on any potential reprimand, and Jen opted to answer again, Maddie and I both started Dungeon Tickler Training on Monday this week. We were not given permission to start earlier.
That seems odd, Dawn was puzzled. The first time I saw Jen was about three or so weeks ago, I think? Why didnt they have you begin around then?
Maddie wasnt on the island when I first came to Tummy Paradise, Jen jumped in with an explanation before her best friend could talk about Transporter Training. I originally came here alone, but I met a friend of Dungeon Mistress Lori, who runs Tickle Dungeon 16, and I told her about Maddies tickling skills. Wendy, Dungeon Mistress Loris friend, wanted me to go get Maddie before I started Dungeon Tickler Training, but first, she thought I should spend some time getting used to the island. I stayed with one of her other friends for a week, and it took a while to bring Maddie back, so this past Monday was the first start time that we could both make.
Oh, cool, Dawn accepted the long-winded explanation.
Jen- Maddie was perplexed at Jens incorrect telling of what happened.
Maddie, Jens stern tone aimed to stop discussion regarding Queen Mistress Heather, Transporter Training, and the Tickle Cartel before it could start. Although she could not confirm that Dawn was the former tickle slave that escaped from Diana, Jen had no interest in talking about any of these topics and risking potentially scaring off the guest or bringing up bad memories.
Maddie? Dawn, like Maddie, had no clue why Jen was so eager to shut the Tickle Cartel topic down.
Arent you forgetting to tell Dawn about some interesting sights you saw in your week here? Maddie had gotten the message, and although she was unsure of Jens reasoning, she was willing to go along with it temporarily.
Of course, Jen diplomatically stated. Dawn, have you ever heard of Cackle Beach?
Yes, its one of the best beaches around here, Dawns eyes lit up. Have you gotten a chance to visit?
I have, but Maddie hasnt yet, Jen proclaimed. And I agree with you; it was tons of fun. But I guess that spoils me telling you about how great it is, since you already know it.
Are you into sports? They have a great beach volleyball court there, Dawn enthusiastically continued the spontaneous talk about the beach.
Yes, as a matter of fact, I did play a game there, Jen leaned back in her seat, content with the topic of conversation. It would have been more fun if my partner wasnt so armpit-ticklish that she couldnt hit anything, but I still enjoyed it.
Ooh, we should play as a team sometime there, Dawn suggested. We could take some sideline tickling and still get some good rallies going.
That sounds like a perfect idea, Jen was more than willing to go along with that. In fact, if there would have been sufficient time that night, she would have been happy to go play a game with Dawn as a partner.
Hey, anyone going to clue me in on this? Maddie reminded the two that another person was present. Ive never seen or been a part of beach volleyball with tickling.
You two have the standard TV package? Dawn seemingly directed the conversation away from the topic at hand.
Yes, we do? Jen wondered why her guest was so interested in television all of a sudden.
Cmon, they typically have a game on at this time, Dawn waved her two hosts towards the living room. We can turn it on just to show Maddie what the games are like.
Oh, okay, Maddie swiftly walked into the living room and grabbed the remote, then handed it to Dawn. The guest switched to a Tickle Cartel TV sports channel, and just like she said, there was beach volleyball on. Similar to Jens earlier game at Cackle Beach, the players were vulnerable to tickling whenever they got too close to the sidelines. However, the ticklers all had long feathers that just reached the edges of the court, so the players had some extra wiggle room to go out of bounds and retrieve a badly hit return.
The three were intrigued at the game, and they kept watching until a commercial came on a minute or so later. After reactively muting the TV, Dawn turned to the two and asked, Do you two know whats on TV here? Theres a lot of extra programming because were on Tickle Island.
We havent had the chance to explore it yet, Jen revealed.
Would you like me to break down the major categories? Dawn inquired.
Sure, Maddie accepted. Better to learn now than to have to frustratingly sift through them later looking for something good.
Well, lets start with at the beginning, Dawn opened up the TV guide and directed it to the single-digit channels. Just like at least my old home, and maybe yours too, the Tickle Island TV programming carries worldwide news channels. However, they also have their own news channels, which tend to focus on local events. In addition to general news, the special Tickle Island TV channels offer a wide variety of tickling-focused programming to promote knowledge of tickling and attractions on the island.
After you get past those channels, there are sports channels, Dawn moved away from boring news to actionable sports. Theres a couple of worldwide ones, but most of the channels carry sports that are exclusive to the island. These sports tend to have a tickling element to them, like the beach volleyball match that we were watching earlier. You can sift through them later to find out which sports you want to follow, if any.
Next up are the tickler and ticklee channels, which, of course, are exclusive to Tickle Island TV, Dawn announced the tickling-focused channels that one would expect from the Tickle Cartel. These focus on spots all over the body, either showing off ones for the tickler channels or teasing the viewer for the ticklee channels. Out of everything, these are definitely my favorite channels to watch before I head into Tummy Paradise. It really gets me in the mood to tickle or be tickled, depending on what I turn on. Also on this note, there are switch channels after that, which combine tickler and ticklee channel programming. All three of these types of channels will have commercials for Tickle Island places where you can tickle, be tickled, or both on the specific spots you have chosen. So, for example, Tummy Paradise advertises on all the tickler, ticklee, and switch channels that deal with the belly. This includes the ones for the bellybutton and sides, because sometimes you just want a limited selection of teasing and tickle targets. While were talking about this, there are also ones for toes, soles, and some other extra-specific tickle spots. Ill let you look through those on your own time, though. It can get pretty deep.
The next set of channels is focused on entertainment, Dawn moved on to what was probably the most exciting section of Tickle Cartel TV. These mostly contain what youd normally see for movies, shows, and the like, but there are a few channels that cater to tickling-focused versions of visual entertainment. Tickle Island has a few big stars that make movies and shows with tickling as a big part, and those primarily appear on the tickle-focused channels. But if you want to watch a movie or a show without tickling, you can usually find it here.
And thats the major portion of the Tickle Island TV programming, the guest settled down her explanation. Of course, theres some miscellaneous channels that youd have to go look for specifically, and those mostly come after channel 300. You can take a look later, but I wouldnt do a good job explaining that. Was that good for you? I think I just may have been a little bit too excited to tell you all that.
The last sentence was spoken with a hint of teasing, but Maddie brushed it off, Maybe, but it was really useful to know. I definitely appreciate knowing where to look for different content. Thanks for telling us about this.
Yeah, like Maddie said, its better to not have to channel surf when you want to find something quickly and relax, Jen also saw no problem with Dawns detailed guide to the TV.
Glad to know I didnt go too overboard with that, Dawn smiled at the two as she flipped the TV to a random channel. When Jen and Maddie looked up to see that the bellybutton ticklee channel was on, the guest announced, Now, I really wanted to do this.
NOHOHOHOHOHO! Maddie screeched out as Dawn used her distracted state to put a finger in the future Dungeon Ticklers bellybutton. DAHAHAWN PLEHEHEASE!
Sorry, Maddie, but I have to see for myself just how ticklish your bellybutton is, Dawn unapologetically stated as her pointer finger latched in the tickle button and wiggled away.
STAHAHAP STAHAHAHAP STAHAHAP! Maddie pleaded as both her hands came down in an effort to pry the tickling finger loose. Unfortunately for the new ticklee, tickling always consistently sapped strength from her, and Dawns determination to find out how sensitive the navel was overwhelmed Maddies early defenses. It became obvious very quickly that the ticklee was not getting out of this tickling, and that was only confirmed when Jen reached down and grabbed her best friends wrists. Just like she always used to do, the more tickle-friendly host got both of Maddies wrists in her right hand and then held them above her head. JEHEHEN! DAHAHAHAWN! NOHOHO MOHOHOHORE! IHIHIHITS TOHOHOO MUHUHUCH! STAHAHAP!
Sorry, Maddie; I need a little more time to tickle you, Dawn dictated. Jen, would you like to join in?
NOHOHO NOHOHOHO YOUHUHU CAHAHANT! Maddie provided the answer she wanted Jen to give, and her desperate eyes tried to convince her best friend to respect her wishes. IHIHITS SOHOHO BAHAHAD AHALREHEHEADY!
Well, Id love to, Jen waited until Maddie was finished before offering a qualified response, but thatd be difficult. You see, Dawn, Maddies only really ticklish on her bellybutton. Shes got a small circle of sensitivity around her tickle button, but thats nothing compared to the button itself. And other than that, her body is not ticklish in the slightest. So, I could theoretically help you tickle her, but itd be more difficult than helpful.
Really, only her bellybutton? Dawn was just as astonished as everyone else who had seen Maddies unique ticklish situation. Wow, thats interesting. And nice for you, Maddie. You dont have to worry about getting a surprise side tickle like Jen and me, just someone pinning you down and sticking their finger in your bellybutton. Unfortunately for you, I did just that, and it turns out that youre really fun to tickle.
PLEHEHEHEASE IHIHI CAHAHANT TAHAHAKE IHIHIT! Maddie continued to beg. DAHAHAWN! NOHOHO MOHOHORE!
Oh, alright, Dawn finally relented when the ticklees face started to go red. I really just wanted to explore how ticklish you were, and Im sorry that I got too caught up in it. But you should know that I like to tickle, so youre probably going to laugh some more when I meet up with you next time. You are free to tickle me back, though.
I will definitely take advantage of the the last part of that, Maddie proclaimed through heavy breaths. Just please go easier on me if you do that if you do that again.
Yeah, I think I can manage that, Dawn allowed, patting Maddies bare shoulder. She then turned off the teasing TV before asking, What do you two want to do next?
Umm, we could Jen paused after beginning to make a suggestion. She was going to offer to play cards, but then she realized that there were no cards in the apartment. Dawn, I hate to say this, but Maddie and I dont really have all that much stuff here. We only moved in last Sunday. Before that, we were staying with other people.
Oh, okay, Dawn seemed to understand. Well, we could go out for a little bit and find something to do. What time is it? Her eyes widened as she looked at the kitchen clock. Oh, my, its almost 8pm. In that case, I hate to say this, but I really should be going. Ive got a decently long ride home, and Im sure that you two want to be well rested for Dungeon Tickler Training. Do you two want to hang out again sometime?
Would next Wednesday work for you? Surprisingly, Maddie, despite being the victim of the rather intense navel tickling, immediately jumped in with the proposal.
You bet; Ill be free after work, probably 5:30 at the earliest, Dawn affirmed. Where do you want to meet?
We could cook dinner and you could come here, but the specific time would depend on what our schedules are at that point, Maddie offered. I think well be starting at Tickle Dungeon 16 shortly after we finish Dungeon Tickler Training, and who knows when well get off from there?
Of course, Dawn eagerly accepted. You can give me a call on Monday or Tuesday, and if we need to, we can push the date out.
Well look forward to seeing you, Maddie offered a warm smile to the guest, and Jen nodded along in agreement.
Same here, Dawn responded in kind. Thanks for having me over, you two.
Thanks for coming over, Jen and Maddie replied, with the latters voice still slightly weaker from the tickling.
Jen showed Dawn to the door as Maddie happily waved goodbye. After Dawn was gone, Jen returned to the couch and slumped down for some relaxation. Hey, Jen, Maddie weakly prodded her best friends side, getting a little squeal in return.
Yeah? Jen wondered.
Why did you lie to Dawn about who gave us the Dungeon Tickler jobs? Maddie wondered. You seemed to be rather insistent at the table, so I stopped, but Id like an explanation.
I dont think Dawn has a very favorable opinion of the Tickle Cartel, Jen began to explain her reasoning. She avoided talking about it at all, and so I dont want her to think less of us because were connected to Tickle Mistress Wendy or Queen Mistress Heather.
But why? Shes in the Tickle Cartel, Maddie pointed out and requested a better answer.
You remember Diana? Jen inquired. During our week of tickle fights, she told me that she used to be a Transporter. She said she brought someone who sounded just like Dawn over here as a tickle slave. I tried to escape when I was brought here and failed. This person that Diana brought over succeeded. If that person was Dawn and we tell her that we are connected to someone who may know that she escaped tickle slavery, theres a chance that shell stay away from us. She might still think that she could be a tickle slave and avoid us to prevent even risking tickle slavery again.
Oh, Maddies voice was heavy, and she slumped down in the chair. That makes sense. And we definitely dont want that. I wont talk about the Tickle Cartel with her. After making the promise, she slid up into a standard sitting position on the couch. So, do you want to watch some more beach volleyball on TV?
Sure, Jen accepted, reaching for the remote. It took them a little bit, but the roommates found the channel and watched the Tickle Cartel version of the sport until the match ended. After that, they decided it was getting late enough, so they had quick conversations with their parents before heading to bed. Jen reflected on the fun visit from Dawn as she fell into a peaceful sleep for the night.
Chapter Beginnings
Chapter 1: Captured by the Tickle Cartel
Chapter 2: Transfer to the Tickle Cartel
Chapter 3: Finding Jens Skill
Chapter 4: The Queen Mistress
Chapter 5: Palace Night: Beginning
Chapter 6: Palace Night: Heathers Room
Chapter 7: Palace Night: Dungeon
Chapter 8: Palace Night: Closing
Chapter 9: Interlude
Chapter 10: Afternoon of Fun
Chapter 11: Prep Week, Day 1
Chapter 12: Prep Week, Day 2
Chapter 13: Prep Week, Day 3
Chapter 14: Prep Week, Day 4
Chapter 15: Prep Week, Day 5
Chapter 16: Prep Week, Day 6
Chapter 17: Prep Week, Day 7
Chapter 18: Recruiting Maddie
Chapter 19: Testing Maddie
Chapter 20: Wendy's Guests, Day 1
Chapter 21: Wendy's Guests, Day 2
Chapter 22: Wendy's Guests, Day 3
Chapter 23: Dungeon Tickler Training
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Chapter 23: Dungeon Tickler Training, Part 4
Dawn did not make any further playful ticklish threats at Maddie on the way back to the apartment, although the initial tease kept Jen in between Maddie and Dawn for the entire walk back. When they arrived at Sixteen Swirls apartment Q15, the more dominant best friend unlocked the door and led the way inside. Jen allowed Dawn to go in ahead of her, and Maddie rushed into the living room when Dawn gave her another quick wiggle of her fingers, again in the air. Wow, Maddie, you must really not like being tickled, the Tummy Paradise employee teasingly observed.
I dont, Maddie replied as she covered up the bare belly in between her bikini top and bottom.
Okay, I wont tease you like that, at least for a while, Dawn allowed, putting her hands up in deference to the apartment owner. You did get it pretty bad at EEPAHAHA!
Yep, she did, Jen entered with a squeeze of the guests sides, followed by a constant array of wiggling fingers. Maddies always been super ticklish on her bellybutton, and I know from experience that the tickling she got there was definitely torturous. Its not like that with either of us, though, Dawn. We both like being tickled.
THAHAHAHATS RIHIHIGHT! Dawn confirmed, finally able to get her words back from the surprise tickling. She then looked over to Maddie, who had been taken aback by the sudden tickle attack, and invited her in, CMOHOHOHON MAHAHADDIEHEHE! JOHOHIN IHIHIN!
Really? Maddie hesitated, but she walked over when Dawn nonverbally confirmed her offer. The ticklee had both of her hands free and could have easily swatted away Jens tickling hands, but she instead waved Maddie towards her. Well, in that case, lets see if your bellybutton is as ticklish outside of Tummy Paradise as it is in a session.
IHIHIHIT IHIHIS! Dawn hysterically and happily screamed out when one of Maddies fingernails made contact with her tickle button. As a visual of this statement, the ticklees hands started to shoot down, but then she steadily forced them up and behind her head, interlocking the fingers to keep her resistance down. YOHOHOU BOHOHOTH AHAHARE AHAHAWESOHOHOME!
With both explicit and implicit permission to continue, the two ticklers wasted no time getting the most sensitive spots on the stomach. Jen came closer to the ticklee and wrapped her arms around the front, working with Maddie to make sure that four hands were tickling on or near the hypersensitive navel at all times. For her part, Dawn kept her arms firmly in place behind her head, allowing the hysterics-inducing tickling to continue on her torso.
Now that was fun, Jen declared, removing her fingers after ten minutes of straight tummy tickling.
Yes, it was, Maddie was more reluctant, but she also took her fingers off Dawns midsection.
Whew, we should do that again sometime! the tickling seemed to have had no negative effects on the still enthusiastic ticklee. You two are great!
Glad you liked that, Dawn; it just felt like the perfect spot and time to do it, Jen gave an unneeded defense for initiating the tickling, and she got a happy hug from Dawn in return. Would you like some water?
Sure! Dawn was still peppy as she gave a hug to her other tickler. The three headed over to the kitchen, where the two hosts got glasses of water out for themselves and their guest. After everyone was seated around the dining room table, Dawn asked, So, you two know that I work at Tummy Paradise, but I dont think Ive ever asked where you work?
Maddie and I are training to be Dungeon Ticklers, Jen revealed. Assuming we pass our class, well be working at Tickle Dungeon 16 soon. Thats why we got the apartment here.
Interesting, Dawn noted. Please forgive me if this is incorrect or inappropriate, but I heard that Dungeon Tickler Training only takes a week. Why hasnt Jen, at least, finished training yet?
The concerned look on the guests face put a firm hold on any potential reprimand, and Jen opted to answer again, Maddie and I both started Dungeon Tickler Training on Monday this week. We were not given permission to start earlier.
That seems odd, Dawn was puzzled. The first time I saw Jen was about three or so weeks ago, I think? Why didnt they have you begin around then?
Maddie wasnt on the island when I first came to Tummy Paradise, Jen jumped in with an explanation before her best friend could talk about Transporter Training. I originally came here alone, but I met a friend of Dungeon Mistress Lori, who runs Tickle Dungeon 16, and I told her about Maddies tickling skills. Wendy, Dungeon Mistress Loris friend, wanted me to go get Maddie before I started Dungeon Tickler Training, but first, she thought I should spend some time getting used to the island. I stayed with one of her other friends for a week, and it took a while to bring Maddie back, so this past Monday was the first start time that we could both make.
Oh, cool, Dawn accepted the long-winded explanation.
Jen- Maddie was perplexed at Jens incorrect telling of what happened.
Maddie, Jens stern tone aimed to stop discussion regarding Queen Mistress Heather, Transporter Training, and the Tickle Cartel before it could start. Although she could not confirm that Dawn was the former tickle slave that escaped from Diana, Jen had no interest in talking about any of these topics and risking potentially scaring off the guest or bringing up bad memories.
Maddie? Dawn, like Maddie, had no clue why Jen was so eager to shut the Tickle Cartel topic down.
Arent you forgetting to tell Dawn about some interesting sights you saw in your week here? Maddie had gotten the message, and although she was unsure of Jens reasoning, she was willing to go along with it temporarily.
Of course, Jen diplomatically stated. Dawn, have you ever heard of Cackle Beach?
Yes, its one of the best beaches around here, Dawns eyes lit up. Have you gotten a chance to visit?
I have, but Maddie hasnt yet, Jen proclaimed. And I agree with you; it was tons of fun. But I guess that spoils me telling you about how great it is, since you already know it.
Are you into sports? They have a great beach volleyball court there, Dawn enthusiastically continued the spontaneous talk about the beach.
Yes, as a matter of fact, I did play a game there, Jen leaned back in her seat, content with the topic of conversation. It would have been more fun if my partner wasnt so armpit-ticklish that she couldnt hit anything, but I still enjoyed it.
Ooh, we should play as a team sometime there, Dawn suggested. We could take some sideline tickling and still get some good rallies going.
That sounds like a perfect idea, Jen was more than willing to go along with that. In fact, if there would have been sufficient time that night, she would have been happy to go play a game with Dawn as a partner.
Hey, anyone going to clue me in on this? Maddie reminded the two that another person was present. Ive never seen or been a part of beach volleyball with tickling.
You two have the standard TV package? Dawn seemingly directed the conversation away from the topic at hand.
Yes, we do? Jen wondered why her guest was so interested in television all of a sudden.
Cmon, they typically have a game on at this time, Dawn waved her two hosts towards the living room. We can turn it on just to show Maddie what the games are like.
Oh, okay, Maddie swiftly walked into the living room and grabbed the remote, then handed it to Dawn. The guest switched to a Tickle Cartel TV sports channel, and just like she said, there was beach volleyball on. Similar to Jens earlier game at Cackle Beach, the players were vulnerable to tickling whenever they got too close to the sidelines. However, the ticklers all had long feathers that just reached the edges of the court, so the players had some extra wiggle room to go out of bounds and retrieve a badly hit return.
The three were intrigued at the game, and they kept watching until a commercial came on a minute or so later. After reactively muting the TV, Dawn turned to the two and asked, Do you two know whats on TV here? Theres a lot of extra programming because were on Tickle Island.
We havent had the chance to explore it yet, Jen revealed.
Would you like me to break down the major categories? Dawn inquired.
Sure, Maddie accepted. Better to learn now than to have to frustratingly sift through them later looking for something good.
Well, lets start with at the beginning, Dawn opened up the TV guide and directed it to the single-digit channels. Just like at least my old home, and maybe yours too, the Tickle Island TV programming carries worldwide news channels. However, they also have their own news channels, which tend to focus on local events. In addition to general news, the special Tickle Island TV channels offer a wide variety of tickling-focused programming to promote knowledge of tickling and attractions on the island.
After you get past those channels, there are sports channels, Dawn moved away from boring news to actionable sports. Theres a couple of worldwide ones, but most of the channels carry sports that are exclusive to the island. These sports tend to have a tickling element to them, like the beach volleyball match that we were watching earlier. You can sift through them later to find out which sports you want to follow, if any.
Next up are the tickler and ticklee channels, which, of course, are exclusive to Tickle Island TV, Dawn announced the tickling-focused channels that one would expect from the Tickle Cartel. These focus on spots all over the body, either showing off ones for the tickler channels or teasing the viewer for the ticklee channels. Out of everything, these are definitely my favorite channels to watch before I head into Tummy Paradise. It really gets me in the mood to tickle or be tickled, depending on what I turn on. Also on this note, there are switch channels after that, which combine tickler and ticklee channel programming. All three of these types of channels will have commercials for Tickle Island places where you can tickle, be tickled, or both on the specific spots you have chosen. So, for example, Tummy Paradise advertises on all the tickler, ticklee, and switch channels that deal with the belly. This includes the ones for the bellybutton and sides, because sometimes you just want a limited selection of teasing and tickle targets. While were talking about this, there are also ones for toes, soles, and some other extra-specific tickle spots. Ill let you look through those on your own time, though. It can get pretty deep.
The next set of channels is focused on entertainment, Dawn moved on to what was probably the most exciting section of Tickle Cartel TV. These mostly contain what youd normally see for movies, shows, and the like, but there are a few channels that cater to tickling-focused versions of visual entertainment. Tickle Island has a few big stars that make movies and shows with tickling as a big part, and those primarily appear on the tickle-focused channels. But if you want to watch a movie or a show without tickling, you can usually find it here.
And thats the major portion of the Tickle Island TV programming, the guest settled down her explanation. Of course, theres some miscellaneous channels that youd have to go look for specifically, and those mostly come after channel 300. You can take a look later, but I wouldnt do a good job explaining that. Was that good for you? I think I just may have been a little bit too excited to tell you all that.
The last sentence was spoken with a hint of teasing, but Maddie brushed it off, Maybe, but it was really useful to know. I definitely appreciate knowing where to look for different content. Thanks for telling us about this.
Yeah, like Maddie said, its better to not have to channel surf when you want to find something quickly and relax, Jen also saw no problem with Dawns detailed guide to the TV.
Glad to know I didnt go too overboard with that, Dawn smiled at the two as she flipped the TV to a random channel. When Jen and Maddie looked up to see that the bellybutton ticklee channel was on, the guest announced, Now, I really wanted to do this.
NOHOHOHOHOHO! Maddie screeched out as Dawn used her distracted state to put a finger in the future Dungeon Ticklers bellybutton. DAHAHAWN PLEHEHEASE!
Sorry, Maddie, but I have to see for myself just how ticklish your bellybutton is, Dawn unapologetically stated as her pointer finger latched in the tickle button and wiggled away.
STAHAHAP STAHAHAHAP STAHAHAP! Maddie pleaded as both her hands came down in an effort to pry the tickling finger loose. Unfortunately for the new ticklee, tickling always consistently sapped strength from her, and Dawns determination to find out how sensitive the navel was overwhelmed Maddies early defenses. It became obvious very quickly that the ticklee was not getting out of this tickling, and that was only confirmed when Jen reached down and grabbed her best friends wrists. Just like she always used to do, the more tickle-friendly host got both of Maddies wrists in her right hand and then held them above her head. JEHEHEN! DAHAHAHAWN! NOHOHO MOHOHOHORE! IHIHIHITS TOHOHOO MUHUHUCH! STAHAHAP!
Sorry, Maddie; I need a little more time to tickle you, Dawn dictated. Jen, would you like to join in?
NOHOHO NOHOHOHO YOUHUHU CAHAHANT! Maddie provided the answer she wanted Jen to give, and her desperate eyes tried to convince her best friend to respect her wishes. IHIHITS SOHOHO BAHAHAD AHALREHEHEADY!
Well, Id love to, Jen waited until Maddie was finished before offering a qualified response, but thatd be difficult. You see, Dawn, Maddies only really ticklish on her bellybutton. Shes got a small circle of sensitivity around her tickle button, but thats nothing compared to the button itself. And other than that, her body is not ticklish in the slightest. So, I could theoretically help you tickle her, but itd be more difficult than helpful.
Really, only her bellybutton? Dawn was just as astonished as everyone else who had seen Maddies unique ticklish situation. Wow, thats interesting. And nice for you, Maddie. You dont have to worry about getting a surprise side tickle like Jen and me, just someone pinning you down and sticking their finger in your bellybutton. Unfortunately for you, I did just that, and it turns out that youre really fun to tickle.
PLEHEHEHEASE IHIHI CAHAHANT TAHAHAKE IHIHIT! Maddie continued to beg. DAHAHAWN! NOHOHO MOHOHORE!
Oh, alright, Dawn finally relented when the ticklees face started to go red. I really just wanted to explore how ticklish you were, and Im sorry that I got too caught up in it. But you should know that I like to tickle, so youre probably going to laugh some more when I meet up with you next time. You are free to tickle me back, though.
I will definitely take advantage of the the last part of that, Maddie proclaimed through heavy breaths. Just please go easier on me if you do that if you do that again.
Yeah, I think I can manage that, Dawn allowed, patting Maddies bare shoulder. She then turned off the teasing TV before asking, What do you two want to do next?
Umm, we could Jen paused after beginning to make a suggestion. She was going to offer to play cards, but then she realized that there were no cards in the apartment. Dawn, I hate to say this, but Maddie and I dont really have all that much stuff here. We only moved in last Sunday. Before that, we were staying with other people.
Oh, okay, Dawn seemed to understand. Well, we could go out for a little bit and find something to do. What time is it? Her eyes widened as she looked at the kitchen clock. Oh, my, its almost 8pm. In that case, I hate to say this, but I really should be going. Ive got a decently long ride home, and Im sure that you two want to be well rested for Dungeon Tickler Training. Do you two want to hang out again sometime?
Would next Wednesday work for you? Surprisingly, Maddie, despite being the victim of the rather intense navel tickling, immediately jumped in with the proposal.
You bet; Ill be free after work, probably 5:30 at the earliest, Dawn affirmed. Where do you want to meet?
We could cook dinner and you could come here, but the specific time would depend on what our schedules are at that point, Maddie offered. I think well be starting at Tickle Dungeon 16 shortly after we finish Dungeon Tickler Training, and who knows when well get off from there?
Of course, Dawn eagerly accepted. You can give me a call on Monday or Tuesday, and if we need to, we can push the date out.
Well look forward to seeing you, Maddie offered a warm smile to the guest, and Jen nodded along in agreement.
Same here, Dawn responded in kind. Thanks for having me over, you two.
Thanks for coming over, Jen and Maddie replied, with the latters voice still slightly weaker from the tickling.
Jen showed Dawn to the door as Maddie happily waved goodbye. After Dawn was gone, Jen returned to the couch and slumped down for some relaxation. Hey, Jen, Maddie weakly prodded her best friends side, getting a little squeal in return.
Yeah? Jen wondered.
Why did you lie to Dawn about who gave us the Dungeon Tickler jobs? Maddie wondered. You seemed to be rather insistent at the table, so I stopped, but Id like an explanation.
I dont think Dawn has a very favorable opinion of the Tickle Cartel, Jen began to explain her reasoning. She avoided talking about it at all, and so I dont want her to think less of us because were connected to Tickle Mistress Wendy or Queen Mistress Heather.
But why? Shes in the Tickle Cartel, Maddie pointed out and requested a better answer.
You remember Diana? Jen inquired. During our week of tickle fights, she told me that she used to be a Transporter. She said she brought someone who sounded just like Dawn over here as a tickle slave. I tried to escape when I was brought here and failed. This person that Diana brought over succeeded. If that person was Dawn and we tell her that we are connected to someone who may know that she escaped tickle slavery, theres a chance that shell stay away from us. She might still think that she could be a tickle slave and avoid us to prevent even risking tickle slavery again.
Oh, Maddies voice was heavy, and she slumped down in the chair. That makes sense. And we definitely dont want that. I wont talk about the Tickle Cartel with her. After making the promise, she slid up into a standard sitting position on the couch. So, do you want to watch some more beach volleyball on TV?
Sure, Jen accepted, reaching for the remote. It took them a little bit, but the roommates found the channel and watched the Tickle Cartel version of the sport until the match ended. After that, they decided it was getting late enough, so they had quick conversations with their parents before heading to bed. Jen reflected on the fun visit from Dawn as she fell into a peaceful sleep for the night.