He brought flowers again, this time a spring mix of daffodils and tulips that made her grin sweetly and dinner was filled with laughter and conversation. Daniel learned things about Yasmina that he knew no one else knew; things about her childhood and growing up as an only child in Pittsburgh. He still saw her as his mistress, the beautiful woman who would take her back to his home and put him through her paces but he also saw her as a woman, a vulnerable woman who was looking for a partner, for someone whom she could trust to take the control when she was tired of wielding it.
"I've done nothing but think about you all week, mistress." He whispered, rubbing his fingers against the back of her hand.
"When did I give you permission to touch me?" She watched his hand pull away. "Seems like you're aching for punishment."
"Yes, mistress, I am."
"Then what are we waiting for?" When they reached his house, Daniel immediately undressed and presented himself on his knees for her. "Get me a pan of hot water and a washcloth."
"Yes, mistress."
"And a razor and shaving cream."
"Yes, mistress." A thrill spiked his chest and he hurried to gather the items, presenting them to her.
"Get on the bed and lie on your back."