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Her eyes widened, and she held out a trembling hand. Anthony laid the flogger in her palm. Her fingers curled around the handle, and she held it up so the tails hung down. With her free hand, she ran her fingers over the fur.

“The rabbit flogger is good for a beginner. It will be soft and sensual. You’ll feel a little thud, but nothing hard.”

“I understand, Sir.” She handed him the flogger, and he put the paddle in her hand.

“It’s heavier, Sir.”

“Yes. Soft fur on one side and leather on the other.” He kept his gaze on her. While her hands trembled, her breathing was slightly faster, and her skin turned pink.

“You’ll only use the fur side, Sir?”

“Yes. Tonight is for you to get used to impact play.”

“I see, Sir.” Her voice was soft.

Anthony squatted down so he could watch her eyes, expression, and other subtle cues. Her eyes were clear, shoulders relaxed, and her expression curious. “It won’t be a long scene. I’ll start with the rabbit flogger, then the paddle.”

Kaley took a deep breath and let it out slowly. She seemed to be assessing his every move. “May I keep my shorts on? What will that do, Sir?”

“The sensations will be dulled by your clothing, but it’s up to you. I want you to feel as comfortable as possible.” He believed his words. Kaley was new to the lifestyle, and while he’d never trained a sub, he wanted to with her.

“If I…” She glanced away. Anthony cupped her chin, and her gaze collided with his. She swallowed. “I have a thong on underneath my shorts; can I keep that on and lose the shorts, Sir?”

Her body flushed further, and he couldn’t suppress a smile. “That is acceptable.” He was surprised at her request. She’d seemed reluctant before now to shed her clothes.

“Okay. I can do this, Sir.”

“I’m sure you can.” He placed the two impact items back in his bag. “I have the bondage area reserved for us at ten.” One of the dungeon monitors would signal him when it was time. “Until then…” He zipped his bag shut and sat down next to Kaley. “Tell me how you’re feeling.”

She titled her head. “I’m not sure what you mean, Sir.”

“Are you still upset that Ward grabbed you?” If she was, then their scene could wait.

“No, Sir.” Her gaze skidded away again. Anthony waited in silence until she looked at him.

Anthony nodded. “I’m proud of you for using your safe word. Some subs might not.”

“No man touches me without permission, Sir.”

“Well then, it’s a good thing I have your permission.”

She ducked her head. “You will always have my permission, Sir.”

Her trust sent a wave of delight through him. They hadn’t known each other very long, but they were connected. “Thank you for your trust.” Anthony cupped her cheek. “I will not abuse it.”

“What else will happen in our scene, Sir.”

“Now, if I told you everything, you couldn’t anticipate our scene, but these are the only two impact toys I will be using.” He couldn’t help that he wanted to see how far he could go tonight. Not that he’d violate a hard limit. Her soft limits were restricted as well, but he could talk to her and touch her, and he planned to do a lot of touching.

Jordan waved at him. “Time, sweetheart.” He stood, pulled her to her feet, then picked up his bag. Hand in hand, they walked to the bondage stage. This was one of four. He was using the one with the bondage horse.

Kaley would be able to rest her body against the soft leather, her legs supported by the sides. He didn’t want her to get tired their first time in a scene. She removed her shorts and walked over to the spanking horse.

Anthony helped her onto the equipment. “Will it bother you if I restrain you?”

She looked over her shoulder at him. “Green, Sir.”

He ran his fingers over her pale skin before doing up the restraints and making sure they didn’t cut off her circulation. “I’m going to warm you up a little bit.”

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