The bathroom mirror is misted with the heat from the shower, and as Ry sets me down, I’m grateful that he helps me get my dress off. I don’t think I’ve ever been this tired before, and yet I’m so content, like every fiber of my being is sated. He quickly discards his clothes on the bathroom floor, then guides me into the shower, pulling me into his arms, holding me up as the hot water cascades down my back.
“You did so fucking well tonight, Aspen. You were amazing. How do you feel?” There’s trepidation in his voice.
“That was… such a rush. I’ve never come so hard in my life.”
“And you looked resplendent doing it.”
“I was the kid at school who dreaded reading aloud to the class. I can’t believe I just did that.”
“Are you glad you did it?”
“It was like having the blinkers taken off. I was nervous beforehand, but when you had me slip out of my panties, leaving me naked for everyone in the room to see, I felt seen. Not as anaked chick but as a submissive, seeingmyselffor the first time. I’ve never felt so understood. Accepted. Beautiful.”
He pulls back just enough to lean down and kiss me. “I’m so fucking proud of you, baby girl. You had the entire room mesmerized, me included. Watching you touch yourself…”
“What…”
“It was hotter than anything I’ve witnessed at this club.” I’m suddenly shy as I bury my head in his chest, which is ridiculous considering our evening’s activities.
“Thank you, Sir.” Ryder slowly washes me from head to toe before shampooing my hair, while ghosting soft kisses over my wet skin. He looks so damn hot with the showerhead raining down on him. I follow the rivulets of water as they slide down his six-pack before reaching his happy trail, his cock already hard for me.
When Ry is satisfied that I’ve been adequately cared for, we head to the bar for a drink before we go home for the night. All of his friends are there, laughing and joking with their submissives, and it warms my heart. We’re just like any other couple. We love each other, and we engage in consensual activities.
“Come join us,” Genevieve beckons.
It’s the first time I don’t feel like an imposter as I take a seat at the table.
Genevieve leans over, a wide smile on her impossibly beautiful face. “You were exquisite up there.”
I blush, realizing that everyone at this table just watched me have sex. My embarrassment is short-lived when the group agrees with her.
“They’re right,” Flex interjects. “I knew you would be a submissive, but what I saw upstairs… Helena and I were glued to the spot. Fucking gorgeous.”
“Thank you.”
“How do you feel?” Helena chimes in, her smile so genuine.
“Amazing. It was so freeing and empowering. I feel like I could take on the world right now.” I chuckle. I think it’s going to take me a while to unpack the emotions that pool in my chest after tonight’s events, but we have all the time in the world. This was a new start for us, leaving the fire behind and stepping into our new life together. One I never could have anticipated.
I found the love of my life in the pursuit of my dreams. He has given me everything I didn’t know I needed. As I sit back and listen to the conversation, I’m struck by how lucky I am to have found myself within these walls. I will never tire of having him as my partner in this life. A lifetime won’t be enough time with Ryder Stevens.My Dominant.
Chapter 30
RYDER
Tonight is a big moment. Aspen and I may have been living together for a while now, but going into business with someone seems more intimate in some ways. When you mix business with pleasure, there’s always the potential to fuck everything you hold dear. I know Aspen has been saving to buy her own restaurant since she was a kid, and I want something amazing to come out of the business I lost that night at Dulip. It was my baby, and I want her to know the joy of achieving your heart’s desire.
I saw the premises earlier today, and it’s perfect for a high-end restaurant like Dulip. My clientele will come flocking to the new location, but it’s more than that—I want Aspen to speak her dream into a reality.
“Where are we going? I told Helena that I would meet her, Nad, and Freya for drinks before I get ready for you to tie me up and have your way with me.”
“I have something I want to show you before we have a depraved night at Venom.”
“I like the sound of that.”
The dynamic between Aspen and me has never been better. She’s really come out of her shell. Being a twenty-four-sevensubmissive has boosted her self-confidence. She trusts me, and that means everything to me. She knows I would never abuse our relationship, but having the space to cast her worries and insecurities aside has made her stronger. She’s the fiercest woman I have ever met in my life, which can be challenging at times as a Dominant, but I wouldn’t have it any other way.
I spend the entire car ride going through every outcome in my head, but I won’t let my apprehension take hold. By the time we reach our destination, I think Aspen has an idea of what we’re doing here, but she doesn’t say anything.
