He let go of her throat.
Brie slowly turned her head toward him, her countenance notably altered. She nodded, taking in his words before she spoke.
“You changed me, Tono. I now face challenges with a simple mantra—‘Just Breathe.’ I tackle my films with confidence because of your enthusiasm for my work. Your belief in me and your support of me even after the Collaring—it changed me inside.” She smiled slightly, a glimmer of light in her eyes.
Tono returned her smile. “We are good for each other.”
“Yes…” she agreed, nodding.
Knowing he had finally reached Brie, Tono began the slow process of unbinding her—a releasing of his hold on her but with the marks of the rope left behind. A perfect representation of their relationship.
He held her afterward, the two swaying slowly in silence.
Suddenly there was a random tapping on the window. They both turned toward the sound, but the darkness of night momentarily kept the source of it a mystery.
Brie was the first to identify the sound. “Oh my gosh, Tono, it’s raining outside! It never does that in LA. Want to dance in it with me?”
“Why not?” he replied.
They walked out of the apartment and into the elevator with bare feet. Brie showed him the way in the dark, guiding him behind the building to a lone patch of grass. She then spread her arms out, tilting her head up to the sky as she twirled.
“I love rain!” she cried.
Tono looked up and smiled as the cold droplets splashed onto his face, appreciating the rejuvenating power water possessed.
Brie grabbed his hands and they spun around in a circle, laughing as they got wetter and wetter by the minute.
She finally stopped and threw her arms around him. “I feel like a kid again, thank you.”
He looked at her, watching the water drip from her hair, her smile gleaming in the darkness. It was a cherished sight he would hold on to.
“Don’t thank me, thank the heavens for this bounty.”
She looked up at him, her voice suddenly serious. “Thank you.”
Tono understood what she meant without words having to be exchanged, and he embraced her, holding her tight as the rain fell, washing away the remnants of her darkness.
Twisted
Brie shared with Sir Davis all that had happened with Lilly. Tono left them alone, not wanting to intrude on Brie’s private conversation.
He took the opportunity to call a few of his colleagues in LA, wanting to take Brie out for the evening to spend time with her friends at a club. It was something she used to do regularly. He’d been told that The Haven was overly crowded these days, and took the advice to try out its smaller sister club, Twisted.
When he returned to the ICU, he found Brie with her headphones on practicing her Italian. Rather than disturb her, he went directly up to Sir Davis’s bed.
“I’m planning to take Brie clubbing tonight. I know some of your mutual friends will be attending and feel it would be good for Brie to get out. Naturally, we’ll only go as observers.”
Tono did not see a change in Sir Davis’s heartrate, but felt certain her Master would not oppose Brie visiting the club.
He turned and looked at Brie. It was humorous listening to her practice. Tono was unsure if Brie couldn’t produce the sound or if she didn’t hear the nuances of the language. She kept repeating the same phrase over and over, then looking at her screen and frowning. Apparently her version of Italian did not match the program’s version, and she was making little progress on her lesson.
Still, it was cute and Tono was certain Sir Davis was enjoying her heartfelt attempts.
He motioned to her headphones, and Brie immediately took them off. “Am I too annoying?”
Tono chuckled. “Not at all. I just wanted to let you know that we’ll be headed to Twisted tonight for a little rest and relaxation.”
Her eyes lit up. “Are you going to do a scene of Kinbaku?”
“No, I thought you and I would just observe this evening.”
“Don’t deny yourself on my account. You know how much I love watching you work.”
“I appreciate your enthusiasm, but I don’t want to make Autumn uncomfortable. The separation is enough for her to handle right now.”
Brie nodded, saying nothing, but he could read the guilt in her eyes.
“But you know the saying that absence makes the heart grow fonder? Well, it’s true in our case.”
She smiled, accepting his assurance that things were well—whether or not she actually believed him was another matter.
“Has Autumn watched you work since I filmed Lea’s scene?”
“No, she hasn’t observed my work with anyone else, but we have shared one scene together.”
Brie’s eyes shone with delight. “Oh, that makes me so happy, Tono! When I met Autumn, I just knew she was something special. And remember the day you first met? I was all excited like it was Christmas.”
He smiled, thinking back on that day. “I do remember you were a bundle of energy.”
“It’s like my soul knew.”
“I’m fortunate you saw fit to bring us together.”
Brie giggled. “I remember when Lea introduced me to Autumn. I thought she was some kind of freak because she was afraid to meet me. And when we did meet, her face was covered up in that veil and all she wanted to do was hide in the shadows.” She snorted in laughter. “Then to top it off, she started spouting bad jokes that equaled Lea’s… Little did I know how much I would grow to admire her.”
“She is an exceptional woman.”
“Autumn is your complement, Tono.”
He smiled, agreeing with her assertion.
“Do you hear that, Sir?” Brie said, turning toward Sir Davis. “Another couple coming together all because you handed me that business card in the tobacco shop. You must be so proud.”
Brie winked at Tono before slipping her headphones back on and starting up with her questionable Italian.
Tono asked that Brie dress up for the evening’s event. She’d been living in “comfortable” clothes since he’d arrived, and he knew it would help bolster her sense of self to dress differently.
Brie came out wearing a simple but classic white chiffon dress. He noticed her playing with a silver necklace that was connected by two condors which lay underneath her collar.
“Beautiful choice.”
She looked down, running her hands over the light material. “The dress was a gift from Sir on our honeymoon. It makes me feel closer to him.”
“I think he will be pleased to hear that you wore it tonight.”
She looked at him admiringly. “You always look handsome in a kimono.”
He tugged on the belt of his black kimono, tightening it. “It was given to me by my father. Funny how you and I think alike in our clothing choice.”
“We like to honor those we love,” Brie said, smiling up at him.
Tono drove to the other side of the city to the BDSM club. Although the traffic was unusually slow, the extra miles were definitely worth it.
The building was smaller, but Twisted was fashioned after The Haven with theme-based alcoves and a center gathering place. It also had the added feature of a second story with private balconies for observers to watch the various scenes below.
Brie shared with him, “When I’ve come here in the past and watched from the balcony, I’ve imagined how amazing it would be if every alcove were showcasing a different master of Kinbaku.”
He nodded, liking the idea. “That is a worthy suggestion. I will keep it in mind the next time I visit LA.”
“Do you really think you’ll come back for a visit?”
“Of course, Brie. My family lives here.”
She flashed him a heartfelt smile. “I love you, Tono.”
“I love you too,” he said, putting his arm around her as they walked over to the closest alcove.
Brie squealed in delight when she saw Baron was scening.
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Baron looked up for a moment and grinned at her, winking as he covered the large butt plug he held with slippery lubricant. Brie stood completely transfixed as she watched the Dom slowly ease the challenging toy inside the young sub he was playing with.
Brie’s rapt attention caused Tono to wonder if she was remembering her first lesson with Baron. She’d shared how important that encounter had been for her. The Dom’s thoughtful handling of her that first night had earned Tono’s respect.
Hearing the soft moans of the sub resonated through Tono as he watched. He found himself further aroused when Baron open the girl’s legs wide and pressed his hard cock against her glistening pussy.
The audience watched in anticipation as Baron forced her to take his entire length with the challenging plug buried inside her. The girl cried out passionately, filling the club with the sounds of her lustful screams as the Dom sank his shaft in deep.
Tono noticed that Brie’s breaths had become shallow and rapid, indicating her increased state of arousal. He suspected she hadn’t had any sexual contact since the night of the crash and he hoped the evening wouldn’t prove too much for her.
Brie shifted on her feet several times before whispering, “Baron gave us an interesting wedding gift…”
Tono understood her need for a distraction and guided her away so they could talk freely without interfering the couple scening.
“What was the gift?”
“The card only said An Opportunity to Teach. Doesn’t that sound mysterious and exciting?” she asked, her eyes sparkling with delight.
Tono glanced back at Baron. “That’s a very interesting proposition.”
“It is.” She leaned closer and lowered her voice. “I’ve always felt guilty that Sir had to give up his position as Headmaster of the Submissive Training Center. He was extremely talented at guiding his students.”
“He also works well with fellow Dominants. I had only the highest respect for him whenever we worked together.”
Brie nodded. “Yes, I’m hoping Sir will be able to take Baron up on that offer—whatever it ends up being.”
Tono thought it was healthy that Brie was thinking about their future. There was no telling what Sir Davis’s condition would be when he woke, but to dwell on negative possibilities was a waste of precious energy and time.
“You will have to let me know how that plays out,” he told her.
Captain came up to them and held out his hand to Tono. The man looked casual but distinguished dressed in a tan T-shirt, camouflage pants, army boots, and a dark brown leather eye patch.
“Hello, Tono Nosaka. Good to see you again.”
Tono took his hand and shook it firmly. “Likewise, Captain.”
Captain turned to Brie. “You are fortunate to have such a dedicated friend.”
“I couldn’t agree more,” Brie replied.
Candy moved in to give her a hug. “I’ve been worried about you, Brie. It’s great to see you looking healthy and rested.”
“There’s no reason to worry about me,” Brie assured her. “Sir’s improving every day, and Tono has done an exceptional job of getting me back on track. I’m even working on my documentary again.”
Tono noticed that Brie had purposely chosen not to mention the situation about Lilly. He was curious if any of the Doms knew, other than Master Anderson and himself. He understood why Brie was keeping silent, but suspected everyone here would freely volunteer their time to ensure her safety. She had only to ask.
“Well done, Nosaka,” Captain complimented. “Structure is a healthy remedy for stress.”
Candy smiled at Brie. “Has Mary come to visit since she returned to LA?”
Brie furrowed her brow, stating, “I didn’t know Mary was back here.”
Candy glanced at Captain nervously. He cleared his throat for a moment, then explained to Brie, “Do not be distressed by Miss Wilson’s lack of communication. She is not in the right headspace to be of any support to you right now.”
“That means…”
Captain held up his hand. “Mrs. Davis, I cannot discuss it with you. Be assured that she is getting the help she requires.”
“And Mr. Wallace?”
Captain shook his head.
“Oh no…” Brie cried, clearly devastated by the news.
Captain saw how distraught she was and added, “He is also receiving direction. There is no reason to concern yourself about this. You have enough to occupy your thoughts.”
Brie glanced at Tono, her guilt easy for him to read. She’d brought Mary to Denver to care for the Wolf Pup during his recovery after the transplant, believing the two were the perfect match. But Mary was a complicated woman. The Wolf Pup had recently shared with Tono that he was struggling with her. Tono thought it was a shame because it was obvious the boy loved Mary.
Tono also knew Brie would blame herself for the pain she was inflicting.
Thankfully, Celestia came over and interrupted the discussion. “I’m so glad to see you again, Brie!” Celestia gave her a quick hug. “My Master will be pleased to see you’re looking so well.”
“Where is he?” Brie asked, looking around for him.
“He’s scening right now. Would you like to watch?”
Brie looked at Tono, waiting for his approval. It reminded him of their earlier days, and he felt a twinge of déjà vu. He’d forgotten how much he enjoyed the simple dynamic between Dom and submissive.
Tono addressed Captain. “Will you please excuse us?”
“Naturally. My pet and I need to set up for our own scene.”
Brie’s eyes lit up. “Oh, that will be a special treat to watch.”
Captain looked down at her tenderly. “I created the scene with you in mind.”
Tilting her head sweetly, Brie confessed, “You have me totally intrigued, Captain.”
He only gave her the barest of smiles as they walked away.
Tono wondered how Brie would fare watching Marquis Gray. He knew the power of the man and the attraction she had for his favorite instrument.
“Are you sure you can handle this?” he asked only half-jokingly.
Brie giggled. “If I can’t, I know where a towel is.”
Tono questioned if he could handle being near Brie when she was aroused, remembering just how strong their chemistry was. With neither of them being sexually active at the moment, there was a mountain of unfulfilled need between them. Tono understood it would have to be remedied before the night was out—but in a way that would honor all parties involved.
They walked up to find Marquis with a woman with beautiful curves he’d bound to a Saint Andrew’s cross. Her back was to the audience, showing off the sensual beauty of her bare ass. The Dom held two floggers in his hands and was striking her in time with the music of Mozart.
The woman grunted in pleasure as the floggers rained down in wave after wave.
Tono heard Brie’s sharp intake of breath as she observed the erotic scene. When Marquis began slapping the woman’s pussy with the leather tools, Brie actually lost her balance for a moment.
Tono took hold of her arm to assist Brie, but immediately let go. The contact only served to make him fully in tune with her level of arousal. He took a step back, creating some distance between them, not wanting to increase his own arousal.
Marquis Gray suddenly stopped and turned, staring straight at Brie. She stood frozen in her spot, caught in his intense gaze. He nodded to her once before returning to his play. Celestia leaned over and told her, “Master was gratified to hear you were coming tonight and hopes to talk to you later.”
Brie only nodded, her eyes transfixed on the floggers in motion. She scooted a little closer to Tono and said, “I love the way her skin moves like ripples each time contact is made. It’s mesmerizing.”
“It is,” he agreed, ignoring the allure of her scent.
The music built up to a frenzied crescendo, and Marquis met every beat until the very end. The sub stood quivering in her bindi
ngs, her labored breaths filling the alcove now that the music had ended.
Tono noticed Brie bite her bottom lip as she tried to control the raging fire within. Wanting to control his own libido, Tono closed his eyes and thought of Autumn. It did not help in the least as images of diving into the woman’s sweet depths took hold.
“Maybe we should check on Captain and Candy,” Brie suggested.
He opened his eyes and chuckled. “That is a fine suggestion.”
They made their way across the room to the couple. Candy was completely naked, except for a thin pink leather collar. She had a sparkly set of cat ears on her head, and was on the floor in the position of a sitting kitten. It was strangely becoming and made Tono smile. Captain held her leash in his hand.
Brie smiled when she saw them, whispering to Tono, “Captain was my first real experience with pet play. We did not have an easy start, he and I, but I will never forget the intimacy of that night.”
Pet play was not something Tono had ever dabbled in. Still, he always found it enlightening to witness the dynamics between couples during various types of scenes.
“Did you enjoy it?” he asked Brie.
She smiled, looking at Captain affectionately. “I certainly ended up enjoying my time with him, but personally I have too many fantasies to limit my kink to just pet play.”
Tono chuckled, remaining quiet out of respect for the scene beginning, but thought to himself, You’re certainly a challenge with your wide range of kinky desires, toriko.
Captain sat down on a leather lounger and commanded, “Come to me, pet.”
Candy daintily crawled over to him and looked up expectantly.
Captain took a bowl of milk and placed it at his feet. “Drink.”
She moved so that she was directly facing Captain as she leaned down with her perfect little ass in the air. She licked at the white liquid, her gaze never breaking his.
It was erotic to watch, the way she seductively drank the milk, her pink tongue promising her Master greater delights.
Captain watched her with a pleasant smirk on his face. It was easy to tell by the look in his eye that he was proud of his young submissive. “Are you ready to learn a new trick?”