When I heard my name called over the speakers in the shop my heart pounded. I immediately hoped it was Lucy calling with good news and it turned out my optimism would be rewarded.
"Master, I can't believe it."
"Did you get it?"
"They loved the scene, i think I got it. I just talked to Janis, and she thinks they want me, I'll know later today, but she's sure I'm at least in the chorus and will understudy, but she said it might be more than that. Whatever it winds up being I'm going to be on Broadway, Master. This so freaking exciting."
"I'm really proud and happy for you. I love you, baby."
"I love you with all my heart, Master."
"We're going out to celebrate tonight. I'll be back by five-thirty. Wear something nice. I need to get back to work, baby, we're swamped today, got a big road show going out."
"Okay, Master. This only happened because of you,"
"It's your talent, baby, I'm just glad I helped open the door."
The rest of my day at the shop was a flurry of finishing the last racks, packing shipping boxes and filling out paperwork. Ultimately, I was a few minutes late getting home to find Lucy glammed up in her best dress, the green one that compliments her reed tresses and accentuates her incredible body. I had to hurry to catch up, but she helped by laying out a nice outfit for me. It was all I could do to keep my hands off her, but that would keep 'til later and it would have been a shame to ruin her ensemble and hair.
The last thing I did before leaving the shop was calling for reservations at the most famous, old-school actors' hang in Manhattan. My gorgeous slave would surely turn heads there as she made her debut. I took a quick shower and dressed in the clothes she'd laid out for me. As we passed the mirror by the door, I thought we made a handsome couple primarily because of her dazzling beauty.
An Uber waited at the curb in front of the stoop. I held the door for her in an ostentatious effort at gallantry. She played her role with courtly acceptance and an air of regal grace.
The driver pulled up in front of the restaurant, where the doorman opened Lucy's door and graciously offered his hand to help her from the vehicle. I came around the car to join them as he held the restaurant door for us to enter.
The host arrived to show us to our table quickly when I identified myself and our reservation time. The table was a quiet banquette in a corner. As we walked through the room heads turned, all appraising Lucy. She looked gorgeous as always with her green dress perfectly complimenting her hair.
"This is a cool place, Master."
"It's been a famous Broadway spot for decades."
"What's with all the drawings?"
"They're caricatures of famous actors, and other Broadway notables who've patronized the place over the years."
"That one over your left shoulder is Katharine Hepburn, isn't it?"
I turned to take a quick look.
"Good eye, it certainly is."
"I love her, she was so good, and beautiful."
"What's your favorite film of hers."
"Philadelphia Story."
She answered without hesitation, then added in a rush, "But I love all her comedies too. The ones with Spencer Tracy and the one with Cray Grant and the leopard."
"Bringing up Baby."
"That's it, they were really funny together."
"I didn't know you were a fan of old films."
"I still have a few secrets, Master."
I was about to see if there were some good ones I could pry out when our waiter arrived.
"Good evening, would you care to begin with a libation?"
I ordered a dark beer and Lucy opted for her usual Chardonnay. After we agreed to delay champagne until we knew what the final decision was on her audition.
I nearly jumped out of my chair when I felt her toes teasing their way up my leg and working along my inner thigh. The wicked gleam in her eyes was a delicious accompaniment to the caress her foot administered.
When the waiter returned with our drinks, we ordered appetizers while Lucy's toes remained teasingly between my thighs but innocuously docile for the moment. On the other hand, when the waiter departed, she went to work, teasing aggressively. I couldn't resist an immediate tumescent response which brought a smug grin to my slave's gorgeous face.
"You are a very naughty girl, Lucy."
"And you love it, don't you, Master?"
"You know I do, baby."
"Do you know what's extra good here for entrees?"
"One appetite at a time, eh?"
"We need fuel to fully enjoy the fun to come, don't we, Master."
"I like the way your mind works, and the cannelloni au gratin is excellent."
I took the ball of her foot in my hand, caressed it briefly and moved it away. She cocked her head quizzically.
"I'd prefer not to mess up my pants."
"Party pooper."
"Delayed gratification can be fun."
"You win, Master."
We enjoyed the delicious food and each other while anticipating the frolic to come until our waiter arrived bearing a bottle of top shelf champagne.
"I didn't order that."
"No, sir. Miss Jackson sent it. with her compliments."
He gestured toward Lucy's agent who approached our table behind him sporting a huge grin.
Lucy looked up at her expectantly but puzzled.
"Congratulations, darling. You got the part."
"You're kidding."
"Nope, I just heard, they're going with you."
She leaned over to embrace Lucy.
"This is just the beginning, I'm so happy for you. You my dear are going to be a star."
The waiter poured three glasses of the champagne and we toasted Lucy's success.
"I'll have your schedule in the morning. Meanwhile, you two kids enjoy your evening. We'll talk in the morning."
She finished her drink and returned to her table.
Lucy and I exchanged an incredulous look.
"You did it, baby. I'm so freakin' proud of you."
She shook her head, still apparently in shock.
"It's kind of scary, Master."
"I know, but you got it. I heard you sing, and you did the scene really well. They think you're the best choice for the part. Janis is with you, and you know I am. Your caricature will be hanging on the wall here before you know it."
"I owe it all to you, Master. You're my guardian angel."
"You owe it to your spectacular talent."
She beamed shyly at me, "I adore you, Master."
"Right back at you, baby."
I raised my glass and offered a toast, "Here's to the newest star on the great white way."
She blushed as she extended her glass to clink with mine.
"Master, I don't want to top from the bottom, but please take me home and use me hard."
"I think that could be arranged."
The waiter returned.
"Would the lady and gentleman care for desert?"
Lucy responded quickly, "Thanks, but I think we've got that covered."
"Just the check, please. And could you have the doorman call a cab for us?"