Page 6 of Harvest

“Torch Light,” said a deep voice.

“Is this the BDSM club?” she asked.

The man chuckled. “Yes, the City by the Bay’s oldest and best. We just don’t generally announce it when we answer the phone. What can I do to help?” asked a deep voice.

“Uhm, hi. I just moved to Sonoma from Italy. I was a member of Dante’s and your club was recommended to me.”

“Stephanie Savik, I presume,” said the voice with a hint of amusement.

“Yes, how would you know?” she asked suspiciously.

“Seraphina Vilotti is an old friend, and I was lucky enough to scene with her back in the day. She called ahead to vouch for you. Based on Sera’s recommendation, I’ll act as your second sponsor. I have your application and Sera forwarded your background check and last medical screening. As it was just a few weeks ago and came back clean, I’ll be issuing a guest pass you can use until you get approved.”

“That would be great. I’d hoped to get to Dante’s before I left Italy and didn’t have time. Any chance I could come by tonight?”

“Absolutely, I’ll leave your name at the door. Just asked for Nic, short for Dominic… I know, Dom the dom.”

“Dom de dom dom,” Stephanie said in tune to the oldDragnettelevision show theme.

Nic laughed. “I’ve heard that one too, but not for a long time and you do it well. What can I say? I don’t think my mom ever envisioned her precious baby boy using a flogger on willing, naked females. Any chance you’re a willing, naked female?”

Stephanie laughed. “I am. I’m a big fan of impact and sensation play.”

“Stephanie, my guess is Sera is right… you’ll be beating off the other Doms with a stick, but not to worry. Just like at Dante’s you are absolutely safe here. We have valet parking for subs at the back entrance and you will be escorted in and out of the club.”

“Thanks, I’ll probably see you about seven.”

“Great. Like I said, I’ll leave your name at the door. Just go around to the back entrance and then ask for me.”

Stephanie spent the rest of the day visiting Fisherman’s Wharf and Alcatraz. When she returned to the hotel, she grabbed a quick shower and dressed in an oversized V-neckedsweater, leggings, and boots. After applying her makeup, she spotted the last remnants of the bite mark that had changed her world forever. Touching it brought forth a wellspring of mixed emotions. On the one hand, she deeply resented having been turned without her consent and having all of her plans and dreams ripped away from her. On the other hand, had she not been turned, she never would have experienced all the wonders and joys of the past year. Perhaps someday the mark would be replaced by that of a wolf to whom she would have given her consent. She grabbed her bag for the club, got back into the Jeep and arrived at Torch Light shortly before seven.

Following Nic’s instructions, she pulled to the back of the club. A valet opened her car door and helped her out.

“Stephanie Savik?” he asked politely.

“I am…”

“Nic told us you’d be the only guest tonight.”

“Isn’t the club open?”

“Absolutely. There are plenty of members, but you’re the only non-member, so it was easy to figure out. Let me walk you in and get Nic.”

He ushered her inside. Stephanie stuttered to a stop and glanced around in awe. The interior was a revelation. The outside had appeared just to be an old warehouse down on the wharf. The interior was a lush Art Deco extravaganza. She inhaled deeply and smiled. Wolfen senses often came in handy. The club smelled clean and fresh. She could detect several wolves, other shifter types, but the majority of the patrons were human. Nic was decidedly human which was a shame. Having sex with a human always put the human at risk. On the other hand, she wasn’t sure she was interested in sex.

“This is gorgeous,” she said rapturously.

“From someone who is a member at Dante’s that is quite the compliment, and I thank you. I’m Nic. Thanks, Joey. You found us all right?”

“Well, the navigation unit did.”

“Did you bring fet wear with you? Like most clubs, street clothes are only allowed in selected areas. The walkways to the exits, the foyer, the lounges, and the bar area. We have one large scening area and a more intimate one, plus four private play spaces and then three additional small aftercare areas. Aftercare can be done just about any place, including the bar. Would you like a drink? You can see the main scening area from there.”

“Thanks, and yes I did bring some club wear with me. If there are any Doms that I might be able to negotiate a scene with, I’d appreciate it.”

“What are you looking for and would you like me to negotiate for you this first time? Normally, we prefer subs negotiate their own scenes, but recognize it can difficult, if not impossible for some, and that new members may feel better if one of the resident Doms helps them.”

“I can negotiate for myself, but if you could introduce me to some of the Doms who are good with a flogger, I would really appreciate it.”

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