Iâve always considered myself the hunter. Since my last relationship, I managed to shut myself off to the world. I suffered quite a bout of depression, and only within the last month have I decided to begin avidly looking for that new someone, the new man I will wish to give my life to, my new Master. I had no idea that this particular night, I was the one being hunted, being stalked.
The night air had a bit of an odd chill in it, as if not noticing the fact that it was nearing summer. I had donned my black trench (as I do even in hot weather for these particular events) and pulled tight around me as I strolled down downtown west in Nashville. Wednesday nights were dubbed âfetish nightsâ at MĂŠnages, a local adult scene that was always fairly crowded with an extremely select group of people. Most of them were old businessmen, paying their outrageously ridiculous membership fees and waiting for the submissive of their dreamsâothers were couples of all ages, which, with their discounted couples fare sought out others to share nights of swapping. Then there were the singles. The young women outnumbered the young men by far, which is extremely unusual for such clubs, but when a single young lady can walk in the door for free and get a lifetime membership for only a dollar, who can resist?
Veering off the sidewalk, I stepped down the stairs and into the door. The front room was virtually empty; those taking coats and checking membership were sitting around casually talking. My heart was pumping rapidly in my chest, tonight was going to be the night, I just knew it! I shucked my coat and handed it to a petite blonde standing in the corner, smiling at her slightly. âSheâs pretty,â I thought to myself. But sheâs not what Iâm here for.
After flashing my membership, I walked into the main room. Dim lights and cozy booths made interesting shadows dance on the walls. My corset top felt even more restricting than it had when I first put it on; my breasts were slightly overflowing. My skirt was trying to stick to my legs (damn leather!) as I walked over to a booth. For now I was just going to sit and look around, to see what I could find. After all, this isnât something one rushes into.
Over at the bar there was a balding man, probably late forties, chatting with a lesbian couple that were regulars here. The two companions were obviously unimpressed with the man, as the conversation was cut short by an open invitation to one of the play rooms in the back. I followed the two ladies, letting my eyes sway in the rhythm of their strides, but was cut short when a strong urge hit me. My face started to burn as I felt the gaze upon me, someone was staring straight at meâseemingly straight into my soul. For a brief moment I had no intention of turning my head, but something inside my mind compelled me to look.
In the corner sat one of the most mesmerizing people in the room, and was certainly working his charm as he started at me. His eyes would meet mine and trail down my neck to my breasts, then back up. Something was unnatural about his gaze, as if he werenât objectifying me as a woman; it was something deeper.
As if calling me to him in my mind, I drifted across the floor. He was running his finger along the rim of his glass, letting my eye catch the glint of the gold thumb armor he had on. I approached his table, and without a word he motioned for me to sit down. I started to speak, but the words just wouldnât comeâI just sat staring at him. His hair was well-kept, short and dark brown, and his dark eyes made him appear rather mysterious. His skin was smooth, a light color. I had hardly even noticed how deep his voice was as he spoke to me, it was as if I was under some sort of spell.
âSo, my dear, what brings you into such a place tonight?â
At this point I was fixed upon his ring, which looked to be an outstretched eagle talon, shielding his thumb and coming to a sharp point.
âWell?â
I looked back up to his eyes. I knew he was expecting an answer, but instead of stating plainly that Iâve been looking for a new owner, I ended up telling him everything about myselfâthings that I wasnât really thinking of in the foreground of my mind. He seemed very enthused with my every word, laughing and smiling, or casting looks of sympathy where it was appropriate. The entire time he didnât say a word, just let me talk.