Indigo darkness blanketed the night, new moon in March. Stars sparkled white brilliance in the sky outside – inside, she padded around grey slate floors in bare feet, lighting candles on every surface.
After midnight. In the distance, a train roared on nearby tracks, blowing its whistle in warning. She was comforted by this timbre – some childhood memory that made her feel warm and safe. She sat alone in the soft yellow light, watching the flicker of candle flame and shadows cast on the walls.
Earlier, she submerged in a lavish bath filled with fragrance and softeners. She shaved meticulously with an elegant pearl-handled razor, carefully measured strokes from ankle to thighs and under each arm. Stretching out in the porcelain tub, she arched her back so that the tender pubis between her legs was just below the water, shaving stubble grown since yesterday… using her fingers to follow the triple-edge blade, making certain her flesh felt smooth to even the most sensitive touch.
She heard His car pull into the driveway, the sound of His footsteps on the sidewalk, the turn of His key in the lock. Her heart raced, anxious to pleasure Him
She met Him at the foyer, arms were folded, elbows slightly bent, wrists crossed at the small of her back, fingers entwined. Ample breasts curved down, large pinkish areolas tipped with light brown nipples. Her belly, rounded and soft, balanced on strong hips connected to nicely shaped legs. Her American Indian ancestry colored her skin a fair golden shade, smooth except for an occasional tiny mole, and a couple of noticeable scars. She wore no make-up, no adornments. Framing a perfect nose, her finely sculpted cheeks blushed like a blooming rose at sunrise.
In fact, it was what made her so right for Him. There were no pretenses – she was innocent and wise, intelligent and sensitive, and she spoke softly, with emotion and depth. He was reserved, stating in brief what required conveyance, and she was an open book, turning pages fast and furious. He held her steady, so she could focus – and she learned to trust His judgment. Even now, when she wanted to race down the road, increasing speed, wind blowing through her hair, rushing into adventure – press the throttle, go faster. He would remove the keys from the ignition, commanding their journey, and showing her, once again, that He held the map. He was navigator.
He was called Master, and she was His obedient submissive.
"May I take Your coat, Sir?" she whispered in the darkness. He looked down at Her, reached out to touch silky auburn hair, brushing it away from her tender face.
He didn't speak, but nodded affirmation, taking it off and handing it to her. She stood, reaching on tiptoe to hang it on the rack. He touched her shoulder and she turned, looking into dark eyes to read His silent command.
As she presented her navel, He leaned down to appraise what belonged to Him. The fragrance of her filled His nostrils, and He breathed in deeply. Satisfied, He restored His posture. She endeavored to please Him, and she did.
"Master, please come with me. I have a surprise for You." He smiled, amused. Each day with her could be construed as a "surprise", for she was endless in originality and inherent thoughts others might never conceive, often merging past into present and future so gracefully, it seemed her spirit tread lightly between multiple layers of existence, real and surreal. He saw that she coped through events and circumstances with dignity – assisted by an assembly of personages.
Wordlessly, she led Him through the living room to the sunken bedroom, where pale flames flickered in an array of candelabras and crystal bowls filled with water. The bed, an elegant cherry four-poster, was shrouded in flowing chiffon - hues of pastel violet, ivory and deep black were braided around the canopy frame. Feather mattress and down pillows covered in pure white linens, and a delicate quilt, embroidered by her.
Textured sky-blue walls, stark white enamel crown mold and a pair of single east-west floor-to-ceiling windows, made the room a peaceful respite for exquisite views at sunrise and sunset.
Placed in the northwest corner was a plush club chair imported from Italy. Richly upholstered in fine suede leather, comfortably styled with wide-rolled arms and generous cushioning, the seating invited relaxation. To the right, an 18th century French side table with curved cabriole legs and two drawers. Originally used to string pearls, now some of His favorite readings were neatly stacked on the lower shelf – inside, He kept pens, paper and other personal items. Set upon the glass top: one white candle floating in a small Waterford bowl; a bottle of wine, cooled to room temperature, the cork removed for breathing; and two amethyst colored crystal wine stems.
To His left, an abundance of stunning white gladiolas filled an exquisite hand-painted Bavarian porcelain vase. Placed within reach, a beautifully carved wooden chest displayed lovers touching fingertips across a rose garden. Just above the sterling silver latch, His initials in Edwardian script
His eyes paused on a mahogany bed step in front of the chair. Simply designed with turned legs and curved sides. A white porcelain basin set on the top level, accompanied by folded cotton terry towels.
"Sir, may I undress You?" her seductive voice barely a whisper.
"Yes, do." He said only what was necessary; she didn't need more instruction. She descended through air to her knees, skillfully unbuckled His belt, and removed it slowly through loops with lips and teeth, careful not to leave indentions in the black leather. Deftly, unhooked and unzipped His slacks, pulling them to the floor. Shirt, underwear, socks, shoes. She took away each piece of attire, tending her task as if performing ballet. He watched, appreciating the feminine creature for precise handiwork completed in due order.
Opening the chest only briefly, she retrieved and presented Him with a dark green silk robe, "Please, Sir, for Your comfort." He slipped arms through quarter-sleeves, reached for the expected tie – smiled when He realized there wasn't one. He looked at her. She smiled back, and winked – the quiet temptress, eager to please. Her blue eyes followed as He took long strides across the room to sit down in the chair. Only then did she begin a slow, sensuous crawl across the floor, hair falling around her face in fine strands of garnet and copper. Left palm, right knee… right palm, left knee… centered on Him, not feeling the cold, hard stone as she passed over it.