Page 73 of Entice

Brady’s family began talking furiously between themselves. Several times they glared at them, but Crystal didn’t care. Tessa smiled at Brady and told him he did a good job.

The ten minutes seemed like ten hours. They all stood as the judge came back in. “Please be seated,” the judge said. “This has been an unusual case from the beginning.” He looked at Brady’s family, his expression cold and controlled. “Brady is of legal age. He has the right to live as he chooses.”

Brady’s hand tightened around Crystal’s.

“Per the testimony of both parties, the relationship between Brady Jacobs and Sage Montgomery is consensual, and they are both adults.

“As to this civil matter, it is the finding of this court that there is no case since the plaintiff has not established that any abuse has occurred. Therefore, this case is hereby dismissed.”

Brady’s family erupted, and Mr. Winters started talking.

The judge banged his gavel several times. “Mr. Winters, get your clients under control.”

“We will be appealing, judge,” Winters said.

“Feel free, but my ruling stands. Mr. Brady Jacobs is free to be with Ms. Montgomery.” The judge addressed Brady’s family. “Mr. Jacobs, your son has grounds to pursue charges of assault, which is a very serious felony. I would strongly advise you to consider your options carefully at this point. Your son is an adult and, as I said before, has the right to live his life as he chooses. If you pursue another civil action, Ms. Montgomery could very well countersue for harassment. Think long and hard about your next move, sir. This court is adjourned.”

The judge stood and left the room.

“Did we win?” Brady asked quietly.

“We did.” Crystal smiled at Brady.

* * * *

Saturday night, Crystal took a deep breath before going into the club with Jordan. After winning the case, they went out with Sage and Brady to celebrate, then agreed to meet at the club on Saturday night.

Crystal was happy for her new friends but, at the same time, wondered what it meant for her and Jordan. Their working time was almost at an end.

The club was already crowded when they arrived. Jordan pulled her aside. “I know we’ve been talking about it, but I need to hear your choice. Do you want to play in the club tonight?”

Her skin tingled. Theyhadbeen talking about this until the case took over. Was she ready for this? An anxious quiver ran through her body, but she trusted Jordan more than anyone else. Yes, she was. “I’m ready.”

“Are you okay with having your breasts exposed?”

Crystal closed her eyes. She could do this. “Yes, my breasts, not my pussy.” He knew she didn’t want to be nude.

“Not until you’re ready. I can still tease you with your clothes on.”

She smiled up at him. “I know you can. But I’m okay with the top.”

“I’ll let Max know we’ll need one of the areas later.” He brushed a kiss over her nose. “I see Sierra is with Sage and Brady. Why don’t you go say hello.”

He turned her, and she saw her friends.

“Okay, don’t be long.” She gave his hand a squeeze and joined them.

* * * *

Jordan found Max. “Congrats on winning,” Max said, shaking his hand.

“Thanks. It was really a non-case, but it’s always tricky when kink is involved. Plus, you never know with the judge.”

“I can’t believe the judge was so open,” Max said.

“Yeah, well, I got a call from the judge. He doesn’t fully understand kink, but he called a friend who did. It’s amazing how small the community is.”

“It is.”

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