Page 158 of The Life of Anna-Tenth Anniversary Edition: Act 1

Maggie gave her a doubtful look, but nodded. “Sarah and I will be back in a half an hour and we’ll start getting you ready.”

After Maggie left, Anna turned on the TV, hoping something would get her mind off of Aaron while she ate dinner.

Later, after Maggie and Sarah dressed her for the Gathering, Anna sat on her bed waiting for Ian to take her down to the Great Hall. Her phone on the nightstand tempted her to call Aaron—or text him—but she didn’t think Devin would approve. After pleasing him on Wednesday, she was determined to remain in his good graces.

As much as she tried to ignore it, her body still ached from whatever had happened earlier in the day. Aaron had watched her like a hawk when they’d been shopping and had been so gentle with her. He hadn’t asked questions about what had happened Wednesday night either, which she appreciated. Shame filled her heart when she thought about how understanding Aaron was about her necessary side-activities. She didn’t want to horrify him with the details.

A knock sounded on the door a moment before it opened and Ian entered. He gave her a kind smile. “Ready?”

Anna nodded, wondering at his kindness. “Is anything painful going to happen tonight?”

Ian shook his head. “Devin’s really happy with how things went on Wednesday night. Just obey him and you’ll be fine.”

The two of them walked silently through the building to the Hall. Ian removed Anna’s cloak at the door. “Go greet him and sit at his feet.” He gently patted her arm. “You’ll be fine.” He opened the door and Anna walked inside.

She kept her gaze on the floor in front of her as she made her way to Devin across the room. In her peripheral vision, she saw that it was set up much the same as the first time she had been in the room. Clusters of couches and chairs filled the room while men socialized and enjoyed the girls. She stopped in front of the platform and glanced up before bowing low to Devin, who sat on his throne talking with several other men: Trenton, Jayce and... Oh, no! Jack.

“Come, Anna.”

She quickly stood and hurried to sit at Devin’s feet. He petted her hair and she closed her eyes. A warmth settled over her and she sighed, happy to be at her Master’s feet.

“You think the reaction will be positive?” Jack asked.

“I don’t see why not.” Devin stroked Anna’s hair absently. “They’ll see the power and not want to cross me.”

“What if it backfires?” Trenton asked. “I think they’ll all be rather taken with her. Hurting her might turn them against you.”

Anna stiffened. Were they talking about her? Why did Devin want to hurt her again?

“Of course they’ll be taken with her. That’s the idea.” The men chuckled. “But bringing someone back to life is more impressive than a nice figure. At least to the Brothers. Maybe not to the politicians, but they won’t be there yet.” Devin pulled Anna into his lap, facing the room, and leaned her back against him, legs spread over his knees. Her right leg was exposed, but her pussy and other leg were still covered. “Besides, I have enough support to ensure it goes as planned.” He pulled her dress down to expose her breasts and caressed them as he kissed her neck. “Hi, Baby, are you feeling better?” he murmured in her ear.

“Yes, Master.” She leaned her head back against his shoulder, the ache melting away at his touch.

“Anna... if I’d known you would feel what I...” He shook his head. “I never would have done it. I hope you know that.”

She turned her head and kissed his cheek. “Yes, Master,” she said, pressing her breasts into his hands.

“Mmm. Good girl.” He bit her earlobe and she gasped. She felt the blood rush to her pussy. “Show them your pussy, Baby.”

She bit her lip and pulled her skirt aside. The men on the platform groaned, and she felt a rush of impassioned heat course through her body, exciting her even more. She liked that they stared at her with a hungry look. Even Jack.

Devin chuckled. “You like that, don’t you?” he whispered in her ear and the room spun. “You like the power you have over them by showing them what they want?”

She nodded, her breath growing shallow. Her eyelids drooped as the heat of their gazes made her whimper with desire.

“Just showing them your beautiful pussy will make men do anything for you. You just have to want it.” He bit her neck and kept his teeth buried in her skin. She clenched her thighs but didn’t close her legs.

She stared at Jack, amazed at the desire in his eyes. He hadn’t looked at her like that in a long time. His hand strayed to his cock and stroked it over his pants. She licked her lips, remembering what it was like when he was kind to her.

“You want Jack?” Devin asked quietly.

Anna nodded. She wanted to feel his cock deep inside her.

Devin pushed her to her feet. “Go have him.”

Jack’s eyes met hers as she sauntered toward him. They widened as she straddled his lap and he gasped softly. She brought her face close to his and placed her hands on his chest. “Hi, Uncle Jack,” she said in a soft, sensual whisper. She brushed her lips against his and brought his hands to her bare breasts.

“A-Anna . . .”

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