Still grinning like a fool, I return my focus to my laptop.
Chapter nine
Hailee
Whatasmartass.
As if I wouldn’t bring a pen with me to sign a contract. Skimming through the first page, I’m met with a bunch of legal jargon outlining the involved parties andblah, blah, blah. I flip to the end: it’s a whopping forty-five pages long. I let out a long exhale, wishing I had that champagne right about now.
The extravagant jet interior pulls my attention from the paperwork. It’s one thing to know that someone is a billionaire but experiencing it firsthand is a whole new level. The plane is extraordinary, unlike anything I’ve ever laid eyes on, even in movies. It’s beyond my wildest imagination. I struggle to comprehend the kind of wealth required to own something like this—it’s in an entirely different ballpark to my mother’s. Yet, the plane isn’t the only extraordinary thing here. Dameon is lounging before me in gray sweatpants, paired with sneakers and a tight black T-shirt. My brain short-circuits from the visual stimulation. He seems to grow hotter every time I see him.
I sneak another glance, finding him diligently typing on his keyboard, a look of concentration etched on his perfectly sculpted face. His sharp jawline is prominent, as if his teeth are clenched, and when he runs a hand through his hair, he tugs slightly on the long ends. He’s clearly frustrated. And I bet I could make him feel better.
“Focus, Hailee,” he says without taking his eyes off the screen.
Damn it, when did he start reading minds?
I fake a pout, mumbling “party pooper” under my breath. From the corner of my eye, I catch a twitch at the edge of his lips. And just like that, my panties become a little bit wetter.
With a sigh I flip back to page two and begin reviewing the compensation details. True to his word, everything is listed as discussed. One million US dollars will be deposited into my nominated bank account at the end of each month. I skim the rest, searching for the section regarding Beth, anticipating some kind of stipulation about his promised phone call to the transplant board. But what I find brings tears to my eyes.
Special Clause: Dameon Hayward (the Dominant) guarantees that Beth Mann (the Patient) will receive a heart transplant as soon as a match becomes available. The Dominant will exert every effort to secure the operation, including but not limited to: contacting the transplant board, ensuring the Patient is prioritized on the waiting list by any means necessary; engaging the best surgeons and medical professionals for the Patient’s care; covering all costs associated with the operation; providing a dedicated full-time nurse for the Patient’s recovery; arranging suitable living accommodations; and supplying all necessary personnel, such as a chef, housekeeper, guardian, nurse, educator, rehabilitation trainers, and facilities to assist in the Patient’s recovery.
Emotion wells up in my throat, making it difficult to swallow. I can’t bring myself to look at him right now; I’ll break down into a blubbering mess. This gesture surpasses anything I could have imagined. The fact that he’s willing to go above and beyond for Beth because she’s important to me is incredibly touching.
But it’s not merely about what he’s offering; it goes deeper than that. It’s about having someone to share the heavy burden of caring for someone who’s ill. To have someone take control and manage all the logistics. The relief is like diving into the cool ocean on a scorching summer day. The realization that I no longer have to face this alone, that he has my back, is overwhelming. I have a sinking feeling that striking that backup deal with Mark is going to haunt me.
I subtly dab my eyes and sniffle, hoping he doesn’t notice me falling apart in front of him. But I sense his gaze watching me intently. He’s always been attuned to my emotional wellbeing when we’ve been together at Eden. I suppose that’s why he’s such a good dom.
“Thank you,” I whisper hoarsely, keeping my head down, eyes glued to the page.
“You’re welcome, Hailee.” His deep, smooth cadence is a balm to my soul.
I clear my throat and move on to the contract termination clause.
At the conclusion of this twelve-month agreement, both the Dominant and the Submissive will part ways, releasing each other of all prior commitments. Either party reserves the right to terminate the agreement early for any reason. Upon termination of the contract, no further compensation will be provided, except as outlined in the Special Clause.
I whip my head up, finding his attention still firmly locked on me.
“Are you serious? I can leave at any time, and you’ll still provide everything that you’ve stipulated in this contract for Beth?” I ask, astounded.
“That’s correct.”
“But, why? What would stop me from leaving as soon as Beth has her new heart?”
“Nothing… But you won’t,” he states confidently.
Leaning forward, he peers deep into my eyes. “Because I know you, Hailee. I know your deepest, darkest desires. And when you finally commit to throwing yourself into this lifestyle rather than just playing a role, when you let go and accept that your body and mind want to follow me instinctively, you’ll come to realize your full potential. And then, you won’t want to leave.”
I’m stunned into silence, wholly confused by this man’s generosity, yet deep down, I know he’s right. Keeping my walls up around him is going to be near impossible, but I don’t have a choice. This is an agreement, clearly stating that the Dominant and the Submissive will part ways after twelve months, releasing each other of all prior commitments. This has to remain a job, a role I play. Otherwise, Beth won’t be the only one mending a broken heart.
I lower my eyes from his all-knowing, piercing stare back to the page, flipping over until I find the good part… the deliciously salacious part.
The roles and expectations of the Submissive (Hailee Mann) and the Dominant (Dameon Hayward) are outlined below.
The Submissive is tasked with satisfying the Dominant’s needs and desires whenever possible, with the expectation of pleasing him. To fulfill this, the Submissive will willingly offer the use of her body, vaginally, anally, and orally.
The Dominant assumes the responsibility of utilizing the Submissive’s body for the fulfillment and enhancement of both of their sexual needs. To achieve this, he possesses unrestricted access to the Submissive’s body at any time, in any place, and in the presence of anyone he deems appropriate.
