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In the shadows

Author: Author Khepri
last update publish date: 2026-01-21 21:53:57

They walked towards another door, a red one this time. This was smaller than the other but activities were still as intense. Cassie watched in awe, her mouth open like a dog in a slaughter house.

In the center, a raised platform served as the focal point. Spotlights bathed it in harsh white light, illuminating a scene that made Cassie's breath catch. A muscular man, his face obscured by a wolf mask with glowing amber eyes, stood over a bound submissive. She was strapped to a St. Andrew's cross
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  • Whispers of Submission    The first text

    Cassie woke to the soft patter of rain against the bedroom windows and the faint scent of coffee drifting from the kitchen. The apartment was quiet except for the low hum of the city far below and the occasional clink of a mug. She stretched for a second before reaching for her phone on the nightstand. The screen lit up with the time: 8:17 a.m. Therevwas also a single notification from an unknown number. She opened it without thinking. Unknown: Good morning, beautiful. Got your number from mutual friends. Thought we could grab coffee sometime and catch up. No pressure. —D Her stomach dropped. Did D stand for Dominic? She had lied that she did not know him, but his voice sounded so familiar. He had looked at ease at the event, could he be the Dom she had slept with at The Forbidden? It couldn't be. They were a long way from the city she had schooled. Maybe it was just a coincidence and he knew her from somewhere else and not the BDSM club. His eyes had been on her for so long,

  • Whispers of Submission    Quiet

    They danced to one more song before Reggie got them another drink. "Okay, you don't really look well. Let us head home, " Reggie said before pulling her close. Cassie thanked the heavens for him. On their way to the exit, they encountered Dominic again. "Leaving already? " Dominic asked curiously."Yes. Cassie is not really feeling well. Thanks for hosting us, " Reggie said. "That's okay. I will see you another time." Dominic said. "Sure thing, " Reggie said as they headed out. Once in the car, it pulled away smoothly. The streetlights streaked past. Cassie stared out the window, watching the city blur into streaks of lights and shadows. Reggie’s hand found hers on the seat between them. He laced their fingers together, thumb stroking slow, soothing arcs over her knuckles. He didn’t push but she felt his concern in the gentle pressure of his grip, in the way he angled his body toward hers, offering silent shelter. She wanted to tell him. Sienna's words sat heavy on her tongu

  • Whispers of Submission    A familiar stranger

    Cassie stumbled almost blindly on her way out. She was trying so hard not to let the words of Sienna and Bess get tobjer head but it was proving difficult. She quickly found Reggie and locked their arms together for support."Are you okay? You look a little pale? " Reggie's brows were raised in concern. "I am okay. One of my lashes was sticking to my eye. Took a while to remove it, " Cassie lied. Reggie opened his mouth as if to say something but shut when one of the guests started walking towards them. He firmly placed his hand on her back. The gesture calmed her nerves a little bit. The guest stopped by their feet. He had on a matte black mask, that accentuated his face features. A thin silver chain hung from his lapel, ending in a small lock pendant. His black suit complemented him greatly. Despite him being good looking, he was no match to Reggie. “Dominic,” Reggie said. His voice was warm but business like. “I’d like you to meet someone.” Dominic turned. His eyes were sha

  • Whispers of Submission    Bathroom Ambush

    Cassie slipped through the arched doorway to the bathroom. The music and laughter dulled instantly, swallowed by the corridor’s thick silence. She followed the discreet gold sign that read Powder Room, heels clicking too loudly on the floor. Her heart hadn’t stopped racing since Sienna’s mocking little toast across the dance floor. She needed just one minute to breathe without feeling watched. The bathroom door was heavier than it looked. She pushed it open and stepped inside. The room was obscenely beautiful. It was made of black marble that reflected the candlelight warmly. A long vanity stretched beneath an arched window that overlooked the dark lake, its surface scattered with cut-glass perfume bottles, folded linen hand towels, and a silver tray of fresh white orchids. Three deep basins gleamed under soft, golden light. The air smelled expensive. Cassie crossed to the middle sink, turned on the cold tap, and let the water rush over her wrists. She closed her eyes, counting her

  • Whispers of Submission    The Masquerade

    It was the day of the masquerade. Cassie was finishing up the final touches. She had shooed Reggie away from the room, wanting him to only see her when she was ready. Done with her makeup, she smoothed her midnight-blue dress before walking put of the room. Reggie was waiting downstairs. When she emerged, Reggie's mouth hang open She was breathtaking. She walked down slowly, careful not to trip on the train When she reached tge last step, Reggie took her hand and pulled her to his chest before locking their lips together. When they pulled apart, they were breathless and panting. "If we were not late, I would have spread ypu on that couch and feasted on you till your legs tremble," Reggie said as he smoothed his trouser to hide the bulge that had started forming. The words made Cassie clench with want. They had time for a quickie but both of them knew that a quickie could not satiate the hunger they had for each other. "Does that mean you approve my dress choice?" Cassie asked

  • Whispers of Submission    Surprises

    Cassie stood frozen in the doorway, surprise written on her face. This man who had claimed that he did not have any romantic bone in his body had done something that had never been done to her by any man."Thank you so much. I..." Tears started streaming down her face. Reggie stepped behind her, arms sliding around her waist, chin resting on her shoulder. His breath was warm against her neck. "Don't cry kitten. Why are you crying? You don't like it?" She turned in his arms, hands framing his face, and kissed him deeply. He kissed her back with equal hunger, hands roaming her back, pulling her closer until there was no space left between them. When they parted, both breathing hard, she rested her forehead against his. “You did all this? I love it.” she said, voice thick with emotions. “Had to make it right,” he said. “You’ve been gone too long.” She laughed softly, tears pricking again. “It was only a week.” “It felt like a year.” He guided her toward the table, pulling out her

  • Whispers of Submission    Discharged

    Cassie woke to sunlight streaming through the hospital blinds. It was rare, seeing as they were in the middle of winter. The heart monitor beeped steadily. Thank goodness the sound no longer made her heart clench with worry. She lifted her head from the folded blanket she had been using as a pillow

    last updateLast Updated : 2026-04-03
  • Whispers of Submission    A lazy day

    Cassie woke to the soft gray light filtering through the windows, the lake beyond a flat silver mirror under low clouds. The sectional was wide enough for both of them; Reggie’s arm still curved around her waist, his breath slow and even against her shoulder. No nightmares had returned after the fi

    last updateLast Updated : 2026-04-03
  • Whispers of Submission    A distress call

    Cassie woke to the soft patter of snow against the windows and the warmth of Reggie’s arm draped across her waist. The lake outside was pale gray under the winter sky, and for the first time in days she felt something close to peace. No nightmares had woken him last night. No urgent calls had pulle

    last updateLast Updated : 2026-04-03
  • Whispers of Submission    Public moaning

    Reggie pulled Cassie closer until her thigh pressed flush against his. The booth’s velvet curtain shielded them from most prying eyes, though faint silhouettes moved beyond the heavy fabric, and the distant crack of leather on skin still carried through the air like a heartbeat. He leaned in, lips

    last updateLast Updated : 2026-04-02
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