When I wake up the following day, I find I'm still in the dress I wore last night, and my white panties are around my ankles. Flushing red remembering how I got to bed last night. I quickly dressed in an oversized T-shirt and fresh panties, as I had no plan to leave the house today. After tending to my morning routine of brushing my teeth and tying my shoulder-length hair into a ponytail, I leave the bedroom and find Ben standing in my kitchen. His award-winning smile is directed at me, and he says, "Good morning; how did you sleep?"
I freeze in my tracks, a mixture of surprise and confusion washing over me. How did he end up here? Did he stay over? Did he sneak back in somehow? The previous night's events flooded my mind, and I vaguely recall him asking for a key. It had seemed like a dream at the time, and I hadn't fully comprehended the significance of his request. I manage to stammer out a response, "Fine." However, he pauses in his actions, looking at me intently. More memories from last night come rushing back, and I realize I should address him with the proper title. I correct myself, "Uh, fine, sir." A smile forms on his face, and he continues his kitchen tasks.
He gestures for me to sit on one of the stools on the island, and I comply, moving slowly and deliberately. I questionably open my bare legs and place my hands beneath me, a gesture I wasn't sure about but felt right.
As Ben finishes cooking steak and eggs, he sets the delicious meal on my small dining room table. He invites me to join him with a gesture, and I sit in the same chair as the night before. Just like last time, Ben positions the chair to face him, and I barely open my legs and rest my hands beneath me. He raises an eyebrow and taps my leg, indicating that he wants me to open my legs more. I comply, adjusting my position to accommodate his request.
During our breakfast conversation, he mentioned that he couldn't stay long and needed to return to the hotel to pack. He explains that he has business in Europe that requires his attention. Seeing the disappointment on my face, he gives me a chaste kiss on the cheek. I inquired about his absence, and he informed me that the project is expected to last between 3 to 6 weeks. If I feel comfortable, he wants to start video calls with me during his time away. We had only spoken on the phone a few times while working together, having solely communicated through texts when discussing anything personal. Hence, I was somewhat hesitant, but I agreed to his request.
Ben reveals that he has purchased a few things for me, which are set to arrive this week. He asks me to wait until we have our FaceTime call before opening them, as he wants to witness my reaction firsthand. The anticipation of the surprise gifts adds an element of excitement to our upcoming video calls.
Little did I know when Ben left for his trip in February 2020, he would be away for almost 18 months. His European projects kept extending, and with quarantine measures in place, he couldn't afford to lose additional time for a short visit.
Ben would send me gifts during his time away, gradually pushing the boundaries with each package. The clothing items he selected for me grew increasingly risquΓ©, reflecting his demands and desires. At the same time, I felt excitement and nervousness when I received these gifts; seeing his smile when I wore them erased any doubts. Working from home since March of that year, I often had him as my only source of conversation, especially since my workplace was slow to adapt to remote communication platforms like Teams.
As the months passed, I became attuned to his preferences, sometimes even surprising him by wearing the lingerie I hoped he would approve of. However, as we reached the six-month mark, I could sense his frustration at being unable to return physically. Despite the distance, our video calls brought us closer, and I felt we had known each other forever. The longing for his touch and the desire to be in his presence grew stronger with time.
The installation of the cameras in my house became a reality as Ben's desire for more control was being granted. He assured me that only he could control access to the live feed, and no one else could see or record anything without him knowing about it. He wanted to be able to check in on me at any time without appearing needy by constantly calling me.