I listen patiently and encourage her to continue. “Go on.”
“I don’t think he’s ever cared much for me, not more than he’s had to. I think he only had me to create a family image. People are more willing to vote for a man with a wife and child. But he made sure I stayed out of his way and didn’t interfere with his career. I’m constantly warned not to embarrass him or my mother. He worries that I’ll cause some kind of problem for his upcoming campaign, as if I’ve ever caused him an ounce of trouble in my entire life.”
I frown, simmering with barely contained anger. “That doesn’t seem very fair.”
Madison laughs, but it’s not the lighthearted sound I’m used to hearing. No, this one is bitter, and I hate that it’s coming from my sweet girl. “Fair doesn’t really matter to my parents. Just appearances.”
“What about your mom? What does she say about all of this?” I have my suspicions, and they’re not too different from the life I had growing up. But I want to hear it from Madison and not make assumptions.
“My mother is my biggest critic. She wants me to marry well someday, so she’s constantly encouraging me toimprovemyself. It’s important for me to be sophisticated and elegant at all times. Curly hair is unkempt and unprofessional, so I should keep it straightened. You can forget those swimming parties in the summer, because I was only allowed to lounge by the pool. Never permitted to actually swim with my friends.” Her face contorts with a sad expression. “Oh, and a lady should watch her figure. No one likes fat girls.”
My hands tighten into fists, and my vision goes red. How dare this woman criticize my girl so harshly! Madison is sweet and loving and kind. She’s a goddess, and I’m damn lucky to worship at her feet. To hell with what her mother thinks.
“If I could erase every word she’s said, I would,” I declare firmly. “And I know you can’t simply forget what she or anyone else has said or how they’ve hurt you. But I love how gorgeous you are and every inch of your sexy, curvy body. She’s wrong and I’m gonna tell you how perfect you are every day for the rest of my life until I drown out everyone else’s words.”
Madison gives me a watery smile, but says nothing so I go on.
“I’m your Daddy, and you’re all mine now. You only listen to my voice and what I tell you. And I’m telling you there is no woman sexier or more beautiful than you are. And there neverwill be. Not for me. Not now, not ever.” I hate that her mother’s opinion has stripped her confidence away, and I’ll do everything I can to fix it.
“Thank you. Maybe one day I’ll believe all that.”
I cradle her face between my hands. “I’ll make sure of it. I promise.” Then I kiss her deeply until her body relaxes.
Our server approaches the table, setting down two goblets of water. “I’m Maggie. I’ll be taking care of you this evening. Have you decided what you’d like for dinner?”
I take the pressure off Madison and order for her. “She’ll have the seafood pasta with a glass of sauvignon blanc, and I’ll have the beef Wellington with pinot noir please.”
“Excellent choices, sir. I’ll be right back with your wine.”
I hand over our menus, and Madison smiles at me. “Thanks for making it easy on me. I like it here.” I know she’s talking about the restaurant or perhaps even just being out of town. But I’m happy to be anywhere with her. As long as she’s in my life, nothing else matters.
The food is delicious and the company is even better. We enjoy ourselves and a few glasses of wine, before finishing our meal with a warmed vanilla bean butter cake, topped with fresh strawberries and vanilla ice cream. Afterward, I take her a few blocks away to the boutique hotel I booked. It’s nothing like the extravagant hotels in the city, but we have their best suite and it feels decadent and homey, all at the same time. And nothing compares to the spectacular view of the mountains that’s right outside our window.
I want to give Madison time to explore our room and get settled. But I can’t wait another second to have her. She’s looking out at the night sky when I approach her from behind and wrap my arms around her lush body.
“Take off your dress, little one. But keep on the lingerie and heels.”
I feel her shiver at my command. I love the way her legs look in heels, toned calves and thick thighs. She does as I’ve asked, while I pull a black leather paddle from the outside pocket of my suitcase.
“Now, stand in front of the window and place your hands on the glass.”
She looks so fucking sexy like this, with her dark hair cascading down her back and her skin practically shimmering in the moonlight. She’s ethereal, making my cock hard as steel in my pants. I slowly strip off my own clothing, noting that she’s watching me in the reflection of the window when I move in behind her and drag the paddle along her leg.
“Let’s try something a little different tonight. Would you like that?”
Madison nods her head and I’m about to correct her when she remembers to verbalize her consent on her own. “Yes, Daddy. I’d like that.”
“That’s my good girl. Remember your safe word. Always let Daddy know if he gets too rough.”
She juts out her ass. “I like it rough, Daddy,” she teases.
“I know you do, little one. Let’s find out how rough.” I kiss her neck and slip my free hand into her black lace boy-short panties. My fingers find her clit and give it a few gentle rubs before I withdraw and deliver the first blow.
She yelps in surprise, but I know it didn’t hurt. Not yet, anyway. I’m just getting warmed up. I need to see how her body responds to the new implement before she’s ready for more.
I start with a few easy swats, heating her flesh as I alternate sides. Then, my strikes get harder, and the room fills with the sounds of her gasps and moans, and the sharp bite of the leather smacking against her skin. I’m so hard for her that fire races through my veins and I can’t quite catch my breath. But we’reboth enjoying this, and I want to keep us on edge a little longer until I fuck her tight body into oblivion.
“Last one, baby,” I grunt before bringing the paddle down a final time across her reddened ass. Then, I toss it aside with a growl, gripping her hips and spinning her around to face me. “You took that so well, little one.”