The torturous contraption known as the Laughing Assassin. A mechanical device created by a devious inventor. It caresses then teases with escalating ferocity. It was the epitome of comfort and opulence, yet a place of pure agony. Hulking yet delicate fingers danced across my skin, exploring my every nerve ending with precision. Each touch sent shivers down my spine, each stroke an exquisite torture akin to the gentle poke of a needle. If I were a captive spy, I would have spilled all my...