Page 115 of Enthrall
I rubbed my fingertips over my lips nervously.
He tugged on my shirtsleeve. “This is his?”
I gave a nod.
“What happened last night?” Cameron peered over at Richard’s front door.
“We cuddled under the stars.” I shrugged. “Nothing really happened. Well we kissed. And stuff. In the morning he told me…”
He waited for me to continue.
“He didn’t want my first time to be with someone like him,” I whispered it.
Cameron sighed. “It’s not you, Mia.”
“I feel like I’ve done something wrong.”
“No,” he said. “He’s terrified he might hurt you.”
“I told him we could take it slow.”
Cameron looked straight ahead. “He opened up about his lifestyle?”
“Yes.”
“What did he say?”
“He can only have a relationship with someone willing to be his submissive.” The words sounded scratchy coming out.
“Did you give his offer any consideration?”
“Kind of. Only he mentioned only taking on a sub who is already trained.” I gave him a sideways glance.
“Ah.”
“I do want to be with him. I’m not sure I can handle the pain bit though.”
“Pain enhances pleasure.”
I nibbled on a fingernail.
Cameron removed the keys. “Have you guys talked about what you both want from a relationship?”
“Um, no.”
“S & M scares you?”
I studied his window wipers; even they looked expensive.
“Richard sensed your doubt,” he said.
I let out a long sigh.
Cameron gave a nod of understanding. “Richard’s worldly. He’s well-travelled. He went backpacking alone around the far east when he was twenty. Richard’s smart, funny, and kind. He could really be good for you. Teach you so much.”
I raised an eyebrow.
“Exactly,” he said. “It’s not just about great sex.”
