“I hope you appreciateit.”
“I do,” I said and looked atLeonard.
Did he think that I didn’t? Was there something that I was, or wasn’t doing, that gave off the appearance that I didn’t appreciate everything? If Leonard could see it, could everyone else? Was that what Russell’s friends were laughing and joking about? I was one of a kind because I was so far out of Russell’s apprenticeleague.
“If I were you, Ry, I’d be sucking his cock each day before I left hispresence.”
My brain stopped working, and I was sure that a malfunctioning brain was visible on myface.
“Do you offer him your ass or your mouth for him to use when you arrive?” Leonard asked as he leaned in so he didn’t have to speakup.
I shook myhead.
“No? What’s wrong with you? You’ve got a hot ass.” I felt as though I was coming down with a fever. “Ass virgin?” heasked.
Fuck. Leonard flung his arm around myshoulder.
“It’s okay if youare.”
“I’m not. I…I have some experience. Not much, butsome.”
“Let me know if you need any pointers on what Russell likes andneeds.”
What thefuck?
“He deserves to be treated like the Master that he is. I have lots of insider info for you. I’ve known him for awhile.”
It was quiet between us for a few minutes, and my eyes roamed around the room, attaching to nothing. My head was going to explode. I was probably reading way too much into this conversation with Leonard. I decided to change gears from Russell and focus on Leonard. He seemed to like to talk, so I assumed he’d like to talk more abouthimself.
“So, are you having a session tonight?” I askedhim.
“I hope so. I like to keep myself close to Russell in case he needs anything. Or the other Tops andDoms.”
I glanced at Leonard and took in his attire, or lack of attire. The only stitch of clothing he wore was a pair of black leather briefs that had a thick silver zipper in the front. Panicked, I looked around at all of the guests. I almost choked on my water as a thought came blitzing through my head. Should I be doing something differently? Many of the submissives and bottoms were easily identifiable because they were either completely naked or showing at least half their skin. As Russell’s apprentice, I should be wearing less, right? But what the hell am I even his apprentice of anymore? I mean, we had that intense Sunday where he talked to me about submitting and everything that submission would possibly give me.Fuck!
I was theirjoke.
I made eye contact with Russell, and he started to walk towardsme.
Leonard stood up and made sure the Russell could see his excellentposture.
“Good evening, Sir,” Leonard said and then glanced at me in shock that I hadn’t stood yet. I meant no disrespect and slid off the back of thecouch.
“Ryan,” Russell said when he got closer. His eyes searched mine, and then he shooed Leonardaway.
“Sir, I know you’re teaching young Ryan, but if you are in need of any services tonight to relax, please know that I will be ready and available foranything.”
“Leonard, thank you, but I can assure you that I won’t be in need of your services,” Russell said calmly to Leonard, but he hadn’t taken his concerned eyes off ofme.
“Yes, Sir, I understand that you won’t be in need of them tonight,” Leonard tried getting his attentionagain.
“Ever, Leonard. I won’t be requiring your services, ever.” The air was thick between the three of us, and I pulled my eyes off of Russell’s and looked at his chest. “Please excuse us, Leonard.” I looked up at Russell. “Now,Leonard.”
“Yes,Sir.”
I risked a peek to the side and watched Leonard scurry away. Russell’s voice pulled my attention back tohim.
“Ryan, talk to me. From the kitchen I could see panic form on yourface.”
