Suzie and I had been invited by our best friends Bob and Julie to go with them as their guests to the BDSM club outside of our hometown, Millville, Tennessee. Bob was one of the founders of The Mill Club. He and his wife Julie had been into the BDSM scene for many years, and yet, as well as we thought we knew them, Suzie and I didn't have an inkling that their private lives included so much "kink". When Julie revealed, about a year ago, to Suzie what their lifestyle was, we were shocked. It didn't take long, though, for Suzie and me to start experimenting ourselves. With the encouragement of Bob and Julie, we got involved more and more until now, they feel that we're ready to "go all in", so to speak.
Suzie and I readily agreed to go to the club with them and tonight, Saturday, was the night. We were a little apprehensive as we prepared ourselves to visit The Club. We had been there once before at The Club's annual Gala, and what we saw that night had almost freaked us out. That, of course, was a show put on to entertain the audience. Tonight would be very different. Everyone there would
be
the entertainment. Bob and Julie had assured us that everything that goes on there is consensual and Bob said that he would stay with us to explain things and be sure that we were comfortable. We were still nervous.
It didn't take long for us to dress for the occasion. Julie, who is a sub like Suzie, said that while at the club Suzie should be naked except for high-heeled shoes...the higher the better. Once there she would be given a collar to wear indicating that she's a sub. Bob had told me that I should wear leather and boots, a typical outfit for a male dom. I had stopped by Ye Olde Pleasure Shoppe in Knoxville during the week and purchased a black leather cod piece and halter. I already had black work boots. All we needed to do was wear something to cover our bodies until we got to the club. Our friends were picking us up 8:30.
When Bob and Julie pulled up in front of our house she got out and waited for us to come from our front door. Noticing Suzie's attire she said, "Well look at you, Suzie. Those very sexy heels go well with that raincoat you're wearing."
Suzie responded, "And what's with the tennies you're wearing? Didn't you say I should wear heels?"
"Oh, I have heels with me. I'll put them on when we get there. They have 6" spike heels and they're not easy to walk in, especially on rough sidewalks."
The girls got in the back and I sat up front with Bob. The girls had to rearrange the duffel bag that was on the seat in order to fit. "What's in here?" Suzie asked.
Bob answered, "That's our equipment to use at the club. You know, cuffs, fasteners, paddles. The club has some stuff that anyone can use, but I like to have my own. Did you bring your stuff, Tom?"
"Yep. It's in my gym bag here by my feet. Mostly just the cuffs and fasteners. We don't have too much else."
"Good," Bob said. "Now on the way over to the club let me explain a few of the club rules. I won't go into everything because I'll stick with you and can steer you away from doing anything wrong. OK?"
"Sure," I answered. "Go ahead."
"Number one should be obvious. No cell phones, cameras or recording devises are allowed. If you have a cell phone you can leave it in the locker provided, but can only use it outside or in the reception area. By the way, did you bring a combination padlock for your locker?"
"Yep. It's in my bag."
"Good. Number two: No alcohol or drugs on the premises. If you've used them before arriving that's OK, but if you're at all inebriated or acting like you are you'll be asked to leave.
"Number three: Don't interfere with a scene or touch anyone's gear without permission. Watch and enjoy but keep your distance unless you're invited to participate. The doors to all the rooms are kept open so you can see what's going on. If someone wants or expects privacy they should play at home.
"Number four, and perhaps the most important: Safewords. We use the same ones that most people use. Easy to remember. Red for stop immediately and release the person. Be sure he or she is alright. Yellow means slow down or change what you're doing. The dungeon master will be attuned to hearing safewords and will make sure they are followed. The members present, too, will pay attention when they hear 'red' called out and check to see that things have stopped. We all look out for each other. Sometimes things get out of hand in a scene.
"That's all I'll hit you with for now. When we get there you'll both have to register as my guests and sign a waiver stating that you know the nature of the activities that go on at The Club. I'll have to sign it also vouching for you and taking responsibility for your behavior. So be good!"
Suzie and I said in unison, "Oh, we will."
No sooner had we said that when we entered the parking area in front of "The Mill". Suzie and I were both visibly trembling as we exited the car.
"Come on, girlfriend," Julie said to Suzie, taking her arm. "You'll be fine. In fact, you're going to love it in there."
"I hope so," Suzie said. "But I don't know."
Bob held the front door open and we entered the reception area. We had been there before, of course, but this was different. We were just watching then. Tonight, I expected, we would be participants.
At the reception desk the same woman we had seen at the Gala was seated. Bob greeted her. "Hi, Millie, how are you tonight?"
"I'm fine, Bob. How are you and Julie?"
"We're both fine, thanks. Millie, I don't know if you remember these folks from the Gala, but they're here tonight as my guests. They may be interested in becoming members."
"I do remember them, Bob," she replied. "I don't remember their names, though."
"Of course. I wouldn't expect you to remember everyone who comes through here. This is Tom and his wife, Suzie."
"Nice to see you again," Millie said.
"Likewise, Millie," Suzie replied.
Handing me two papers, she said, "Here are the forms you'll need to fill out. One for each of you. After you sign them Bob will have to sign also."
"No problem," I said.
I overheard Bob saying to Millie, "Put their guest fees on my account, please, Millie." That was the first I had heard about guest fees. I made a mental note to ask Bob about that.
When we handed Millie the signed forms she said, "Here are the collar and wrist band for you to wear tonight. Did Bob explain them to you?"