“As you all know,” Devin began, his voice carrying easily across the room, “our Andrea here was caught engaging in some very naughty behavior this morning.”
A ripple of knowing chuckles went around the table. I wanted to sink into the floor.
“Despite the generous attentions she received last night,” Devin continued, shooting a pointed look at Dylan, “it seems this little minx couldn’t control her urges. She was discovered this morning, shamelessly pleasuring herself in her bed.”
More laughter erupted, along with a few wolf whistles. I bit my lip hard, fighting back tears of humiliation.
“Such lewd conduct cannot go unpunished,” Devin said sternly. “Therefore, after dinner, Andrea will receive a thorough whipping with the family strap.”
My stomach dropped at his words, even though I had known it was coming. The reality of it, announced so publicly, made me tremble.
“Dylan,” Devin continued, turning to address him directly, “as her suitor and the one who… shall we say, inspired her misbehavior, I believe it’s fitting that you administer the punishment. Do you agree?”
Dylan nodded solemnly, his hazel eyes meeting mine briefly. His gaze held a stern authority—but also, I thought, a compassion that made the corner of my eyes prickle with tears.
“Very well,” Devin said. He turned back to me. “Andrea, remove that apron and go stand in the living room with your hands on your head. You’ll wait there until we’ve finished our meal.”
With shaking hands, I reached for the ties of the tiny apron. As I began to undo them, Dylan suddenly spoke up.
“Devin,” he said, his voice steady, “before Andrea goes, there’s something I’d like to ask, if I may.”
Devin raised an eyebrow, curiosity evident on his face. “Of course, Dylan. What is it?”
Dylan stood, his tall frame commanding attention. He looked directly at me as he spoke, and my heart began to race.
“I’d like to formally request to be Andrea’s accepted suitor,” Dylan said, his voice clear and confident.
A hush fell over the room. I felt as if time had stopped, my heart pounding so loudly I was sure everyone could hear it. Dylan’s eyes never left mine as he continued speaking.
“I know it’s sudden, but I feel a deep connection with Andrea,” Dylan said, his voice warm with affection. “I believe I can guide her properly in the ways of submission and help her become the best version of herself.”
Devin nodded thoughtfully, a small smile playing at his lips. “Go on,” he encouraged.
Dylan took a deep breath before continuing. “As her accepted suitor, I’d like to make sure I can teach a proper lesson in submission tonight. I want to show Andrea everything our relationship will be for her—the discipline she so clearly needs and the comfort and care she deserves afterward.”
His words sent a shiver down my spine. I couldn’t tear my gaze away from his face, drinking in every detail—the determined set of his jaw, the intensity in his hazel eyes, the slight flush on his cheeks.
“I want to be the one to comfort her after her punishment,” Dylan went on, his voice growing softer. “To hold her and soothe her the way a husband would. To show her that even when she’s made mistakes, she’s still cherished and valued.”
The tears almost fell at that; I had to blink rapidly to keep them in place. The tenderness in Dylan’s voice, combined with the stern authority he had shown earlier, stirred something deep within me.
Devin considered Dylan’s words for a moment, his eyes moving between us. Finally, he nodded, a slow smile spreading across his face. “I think that’s for the best,” he said. “Andrea needs a firm hand to guide her, and I believe you’re just the man for the job, Dylan.”
Relief and anticipation washed over me in equal measure. I watched as Devin turned to address me directly, his expression serious once more.
“Andrea,” he said, his voice carrying clearly through the hushed dining room, “this means that Dylan will deflower you tonight after your whipping, right here in front of the household.”
CHAPTER 22
Andrea
I gasped softly at Devin’s latest revelation of the shameful ways of his little community. My eyes had gone very wide. Devin continued, seemingly oblivious to my shock. “It’s customary for girls with accepted suitors to be taken publicly after they’re punished. It reinforces the lesson and cements the bond between suitor and subservient girl.”
The room spun around me as I processed what this meant. Not only… not only whipped in front of everyone, but… afterward… afterward…
Dylan will claim me. With his huge, hard cock.Taking my virginity while the entire household watched. I shuddered, my hands balling into fists.
“Do you understand, Andrea?” Devin asked, his tone severe.