This is a wonderful story -- I confess I had somehow missed the other installments, or I would have commented before. I'm glad to see my humble mirth energy concept put to such good use by you and Strelnikov. I love that it gives at least a semi-plausible (in sci-fi terms) reason for tickling in all kinds of situations -- and you're taking advantage of that with consummate skill!
haha the irony.... so the men finally had to lie on the couch and give some much needed mirth energy.. fantastic.. love this installment, as usual so very well written and descriptive.. and to me at lease.. original as well. you know how much i enjoy your creativity Sablesword..