Kira jumped as the alarm went off. She was relieved to know she did manage to drift back to sleep after such an intense dream.
She showered, poured herself a coffee, and hurried to dress. Since it would be another hot day she selected a cute red summer dress and blue low-heeled sandals. Quickly she gulped down her coffee and headed out the door.
Her thoughts about her dream would not stay out of her mind. "it was just a dream. Only a dream. Now stop it and hurry up or you're going to be late."
She quickened her pace and soon she came to the steamship. She looked about and noticed that William wasn't on deck. "Gee, I hope he's not sick today. "
She climbed the stairway, walked down the corridor, and stepped into the kitchen for a moment. She wanted to ensure that there was coffee cream available. Satisfied, she approached Master Jones's quarters and entered. He stood gazing out the window.
"Good morning, Sir. How are you this gorgeous day?" she smiled softly then said to herself, "God, he is extremely handsome."
He turned to face her and a big smile came to his lips. "I am very well, Kira. My goodness, don't you look lovely and cool today."
She blushed a little then took her fingers and adjusted the pearl necklace around her neck.
"Thank you, Sir. I'll go make your coffee now," then left to put the pot on.
Nathan was pleased that she remembered her task, then sat down in his Captain's chair to await her return. He picked up a pen and proceeded to write in his Ship's log. He noted the weather and temperature, the wind speed, and the names of the clients he was expecting today. With a glint in his eye, he jotted a note at the bottom of the page "very pretty in red".
Kira returned with his coffee and gently placed it on his desk. He thanked her then invited her to join him. She poured herself a cup and sat down in the deep leather chair across from him.
"Sir?" she asked, "Is William not well today?"
Nathan shook his head and said, "He is very well today, Kira, but on Thursdays he does errands for me. Oh and I must tell you. I will be in meetings most of today with a group of passengers who wish to book a week-long cruise next month. Then early this afternoon, I have an important meeting with a client."
She smiled warmly but inside she pouted. She would be spending yet another day without much company or orientation from him.
Nathan sensed there was something on Kira's mind. He pondered for a moment before speaking.
"Did you have a nice day yesterday wandering about the ship?"
She sat up instantly and remembered the hidden room. "Yes, Sir, actually I did. I wasn't aware this vessel was so big. I did go up and peeked into the Captain's Bridge and walked some of the top deck and along the deck below it."
He smiled again and said next time he went to the Bridge, he would take her inside and show her all the navigational equipment and its purposes. He regarded her again, and felt that something else was on her mind. He asked her if there was anything troubling her.
Kira's cheeks blushed a pale pink and she crossed her legs before speaking. Her voice was low and almost inaudible. "Yes, Sir, I did find something that I am curious about. I came across a locked door on the second topmost desk. May I ask what the room is for?"
Nathan's eyes blinked in surprise. He was surprised that she had found that room and inquisitive enough to learn more.
"Ah yes, I know which room you speak of. It is a storage room for extra furniture when there is no place for them in the cabins. Such things as; beds, tables, chairs, linens, etc."
He chuckled softly and stated, "truth be told, Kira, I haven't been in that hidden room for a very long time."
She almost spilled her coffee at this last revelation. It was almost verbatim to what he had said in her dream. He noticed her sudden reaction and asked if she was ok. She smiled and assured him she was fine then crossed her legs slowly. He took another sip from his coffee while he lowered his eyes and watched her movements. "Such a gracious little one she is. And definitely pleasing to my eye".
She glanced over his desk and asked him if there was anything else she could do or offer him for now. He smiled back as his groin began to stir at her willingness to please.
"Well, I would like more coffee and would be delighted if you would stay and have another one with me."
Kira leaped to the task and quickly refilled his cup then her own. As she poured, the neckline to her dress opened partially to reveal her small cleavage and a hint of lace across it. The burning in his loins increased as he looked inside knowing that she had not realized what happened. Or, did she?
He thanked her while she returned to the leather chair, and decided that perhaps it was time for the conversation to steer in another direction.
"You mentioned during your interview yesterday that your mother's career was of women's cultures. May I ask if there was anything about her career that fascinated you? I ask this only because your sense of fashion is remarkable and you give great care in how you wish to be presented and your wish to please others."
A tingle surged through her as she listened to him then took a moment to decide on how to answer his question.
"One of the areas which fascinated me the most was her view on how women present themselves to the men in their lives. How they use their allurements and charms by enticing their men". She bit her lip nervously as she watched his eyes. She was unsure if she should continue and respectfully waited for any comment from him.
Nathan smiled softly, thinking to himself that he would soon enjoy any allurements of Kira's and everything she would offer. He replied with sincerity in his eyes.
"Your grace and charm only add to your presentation, Kira. I have no doubt that our passengers will insist on coming to you with their needs." He chuckled, "and perhaps I won't be needed here anymore."
With a musical voice and a gleam in her eye, she chuckled back, "Oh now, Master Jones, someone has to operate this paddlewheel and give the commands to the crew."
He laughed then became a bit more serious. "I have entertained the notion of having theme nights during special days of the year. For example, Valentine's Day, Pirate's Day, etc. What are your thoughts on my idea?"
She sipped her coffee as thoughts of costumes filled her head. "Pirate's Day would be a lot of fun. I could see myself as a Ship's wench, dressed in high leather boots and a leather bustier, while brandishing a sword." She grinned, "then make them walk the plank if they didn't enjoy themselves."
His eyes sparkled as he laughed, "Oh would you now? Well perhaps we can discuss that very soon."
He took a sip of his coffee, then continued, "Tomorrow there are no clients here or passengers booked therefore you may wear something casual for the day while I show you around."
She lowered her eyes and thanked him. To herself, she would ensure that she would select something very special for tomorrow.
Just as they finished their coffees there was a knock on the door. It was a client arriving for the first of many other meetings for the day. Kira smiled and greeted the client graciously then left the room to begin another day of exploring the ship.
Nathan quickly noted another item in his Ship's Log, "leather bustier and boots".
As the day grew increasingly hot, Kira became uncomfortably warm in her clothing. She had been exploring around the third deck which did not allow the breeze to blow freely. This deck encompassed the passenger's cabins and therefore the cabins all seemed to be locked. At approximately three-thirty she approached one and could hear faint sounds emitting from inside. She pressed her ear to the door and listened quietly hoping all was well. Her eyes widen as she heard a familiar voice speaking in a low tone.
"A very good girl you are. Your presentation of yourself has delighted Me greatly. As a reward you may please Me in any way you wish."
Kira pressed her ear tightly against the mahogany door. There was silence for a short while, only to be broken by the soft sounds of ecstasy.
"That's it, little one. Swallow. Ah, very good girl. Drink it all and quench your thirst. And now I must go. I will see you again tomorrow. You will be here at 3pm, dressed in black and you will not wear any panties or a bra."
Kira quickly ran from the corridor. She knew who's voice it was and she didn't want to be caught by him. She stumbled as she clamoured up to the next deck and panted until her breathing returned to normal. Her thoughts now returned to her dream.