Page 60 of Compelled Obedience

I nodded. “I heard screaming and thought something was wrong. I forced my way in. Rebecca couldn’t handle him, so I stepped in not knowing what the hell I was doing. I got lucky.”

“I don’t know how to thank you. I can’t lose her, but I think that’s going to happen whether I want it to or not.”

“Why?”

“Money. I pay her a pittance of what she could get flipping burgers. I just don’t know what to do. Now my landlord wants to increase the rent and I assure you that there will be no raises at the school where I teach. That’s why I wanted to work in Carnal Sins. I’m certain that’s off the table now as punishment since I lied to you.”

“The air conditioning?”

Snorting, she rolled her eyes. “His way of saving money. Can you believe it?”

I wasn’t going to tell her just yet I planned on having the man issued several citations. First, I needed to get her the hell out of the building.

She was so used to people either wanting something from her or treating her badly that she had no idea how to react otherwise.

“Unfortunately, I’ve seen it happen before, fucking asshole. As far as the offer, it’s still very much on the table with one caveat.”

When she dragged her tongue across her luscious lips, my cock throbbed. “What’s that?”

Goddamn, the woman’s defiance turned me on. “I will be the only one training you.”

“Why?”

I leaned forward, my look commanding. “Because no one will touch what belongs to me ever again. Do I make myself clear?”

There was a spark in her eyes, the kind that would ultimately grow into something incredible, if only she would allow herself to let go. A nervous tic appeared in the corner of her mouth, and it was all I could do not to force her to sit on my cock.

“Yes.”

“Not good enough, Kerri. Something else you’ll learn is respect. Let’s try that again.”

She chewed on her lower lip then her eyes flashed with a hint of venom and a dash of intrigue. “Why, yes, sir. I understand completely, sir.”

I wondered if she did. I shifted in my seat, trying to make myself more comfortable.

“What does that mean you’re going to require me to do?”

“Mmm… We will go over that later. But you will learn to obey my command at all times. Is that clear?”

“Yes, sir. Or you’ll punish me if I don’t.”

Why was there a sudden lilt to her voice, a hint of excitement? “Yes, I will without reservation.”

“Okay.” Even in the dim lighting, I could tell a blush crept up her cheeks. “I mean, yes, sir.”

Dear God, the girl was going to drive me insane, the need to thrust my cock inside her off the chain. I needed to remind myself that she needed guidance and protection more than she needed a master teaching her how to submit.

Exhaling, I took a sip of wine. I knew exactly what I wanted to do but convincing her that I had no ulterior motive would be tough. “Now, I need you to confide in me. Trust me, for the love of God.”

“Meaning what?”

“It was apparent that you weren’t surprised by what Sanchez did. Has he threatened you before or did someone else?”

“He’s not a bad kid. I meant what I said. I think he followed me home the other night, but he didn’t touch me. Granted, I used mace on him.”

Jesus Christ. She had no control valves. “You’re certain.”

“No. I’m not.”

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