Page 48 of What About Love

Chapter 10

AT JUST BEFORE NINEo’clock, Angie sat in the owner’s booth across from Master Eric and Val while they discussed which doms they recommended for her first scene. The older woman kept shooting her glances, as if expecting her to run for the door at any moment. She’d thought about it more than once but was firm in her resolve to do this.

She appreciated Val’s presence tonight, if only for moral support. As a licensed therapist, if she fell completely apart later, she could help pick up the pieces. As a fairly new sub herself, she could read the sympathy for her situation, and what she might have to endure, in her blue eyes.

“It’s either George or Renaldo,” Val concluded. “I wouldn’t match her up with anyone else.”

When she looked at Eric for his opinion, he nodded.

“I’ve known them each for a couple of years. They’re experienced doms but not old enough to be your daddy, which you’ve made clear you’re not into. Although, that would almost be easier.”

“Eric!”

He wrapped an arm around Val and pulled her into his side, giving Angie a shrug in the way of an apology. “Thinking aloud when I shouldn’t. Age play certainly isn’t for everyone, although the nursery upstairs gets a lot of use.”

“Focus, master, dear. You’re freaking her out.” Val wrinkled her nose. “Me, too, if I’m being honest.”

Eric’s arm visibly tightened around her shoulders. “No judgements, ladies. Remember?” After he received their nods of agreement, he continued. “George would be my first choice. He’s mid-forties, like me. Although I’m not the one to judge, the subs think him handsome, and he’s quite tall.”

“Why is that important?” Val asked.

“Imagine attaching wrist cuffs to a cross, or the top of the picture frame, or in the chain station to someone a foot taller than you? Having to ask for help or hauling over a step stool would dampen the mood, don’t you think?”

“You’re over six feet, sir. When has that ever happened?”

“Oh, not to me. But the doms under six feet have mentioned it can be a problem. And Angie is tall.”

Val rolled her eyes then imparted what might actually reassure her about a potential dom more than physical attributes. “He’s popular with the subs and not into anything extreme, and Master George has the kindest voice and smile.”

Eric shot his fiancée a disgruntled look. “I wasn’t aware you knew George quite so well.”

“We had him over for dinner last month, sir. He told us funny stories all evening, if you recall.” Val reached across the table and patted her hand, clearly trying to put her at ease. “He’s a pediatrician and that requires patience, which I know firsthand, having raised two precocious youngsters myself.”

“Hm,” Eric grunted in acknowledgement, although he didn’t seem too thrilled. “What do you say, Angie? He’s right there by the chain station. I can call him over.”

“Yes, I suppose I should get on with it.”

When he had the chance, Master Eric signaled the dom over. After a brief introduction, he explained the situation. “She’s under my protection tonight because her friend and dom wannabe wimped out. Despite that, she has an avid interest that she wants to explore.”

George flashed the kind smile Val had described, looking at rather than inspecting her, which she appreciated.

“I’m seeking someone who will give her a gentle introduction,” Eric advised him, authority ringing in his deep voice. “If you’re looking for more adventurous play, we’ll turn our focus elsewhere.”

The older dom, who was really quite attractive, with a suave George Clooney-esque vibe, nodded in understanding. He also accepted Master Eric’s restrictions—partial nudity, bondage, and moderate spanking were all a go, although sex was off the table.

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