The Auction (Club Indulgence Duet, #1)(24)

Riggs shakes his head. "No. You can't. But I promise you that you'll be ahead in your career by the time this year is up."

He makes it sound so easy, but I know how much competition there is in L.A. It's nearly impossible to make it. I claim, "I need exposure. How can you promise me that?"

"Pet, you need to trust me. If you can't trust me completely, the deal's off between us," he threatens.

My eyes widen from shock. Riggs is so all in or all out. It's pretty extreme, and I'm still trying to wrap my head around this entire situation. But then again, Riggs has always been blunt and straightforward. It's no secret he's a control freak. It's a miracle my father and he got along as well as they did for almost two decades, not that I knew the ins and outs of their business.

I start to argue, "But—"

He cuts me off. "The only way this works is if you fully trust me, Blakely. There's no room to be wishy-washy. And not just with your body. You need to always trust me to make the right decisions for you. Do you understand?"

I've always been independent, which is why my parents and I never saw eye to eye. So giving the power to Riggs to make decisions for me isn't easy.

He steps closer, lowering his voice. "I'm not them, pet. I want what's best for you and for your career. I promise you."

I take a deep breath and slowly nod. "Okay. I'll trust you."

He briefly studies me, then says, "Good girl."

I hesitate, not wanting to sound needy, but ask, "Will you be gone long?"

"You're going to miss me, aren't you?" he teases.

Fire flames on my cheeks. "I just want to know."

He smirks. "It's okay to admit it. But to answer your question, I'll be back by dinner. I'll bring something home for us to eat. Read the contract, and write down your questions." He gives me a chaste kiss on my forehead, then leaves.

I take a sip of my coffee, move the contract in front of me, and start reading.



This contract is between Riggs Madden (known in this contract as Dom), and Blakely Fox (known in this contract as sub) for the term of one year. At the end of this agreement, the Dom and sub will part, releasing each other of all prior commitments. No further assistance or terms will be granted unless a new agreement is signed.



Something about that statement hurts, but I take a deep breath. I guess it's better to know I have an expiration date than not, so I can prepare myself.



The sub agrees the Dom is the ruling party, and he will make all decisions at all times.

The sub will tell the Dom which charity she requires him to donate funds to.

The sub understands the Dom is in complete control over her body and will do as he sees fit.

At times, the sub may wish to leave the premises or be alone but will only do so with the Dom's permission.



Be alone? What is that about? I scan more of the contract, bypassing the legal jargon and focusing on the section titled Rules of Engagement During Playtime.



Rule 1: The sub will kneel as initially displayed by the Dom and not break the position until instructed.



He wants me to kneel on the mattress in front of his cock like I did last night?

Okay, no biggie.



Rule 2: The sub will address the Dom as Sir, not by his name, during playtime.



What is playtime? I write on the pad to get clarification.



Rule 3: The sub will only come when permitted by the Dom.



Memories of Riggs giving me multiple orgasms while restrained to his towel rack flood me.

How am I supposed to control that?

I reread it, then write on the pad, Only come when permitted?



Rule 4: The sub will allow the Dom to engage with her in any sexual positions he desires, at any time he desires, and at any place he desires. Penetration will include vaginal, oral, and anal, sometimes simultaneously.



My mouth turns dry. I stare out the window, having never done anal and unsure how I feel about it. I always thought it was a no-go zone, but since it's on Riggs's list, something makes me rethink my hesitation. I watch the waves crash on the sand but barely see them. All I can think about is Riggs's size. I write, anal and size, then stare at the waves some more, wondering if I could do it.



Rule 5: The safe word is "stop." If the sub says stop at any time, the Dom will cease activity. However, the sub agrees to this contract knowing the Dom will push her limits. It's only to be used if she truly needs the activity to end. If she does utilize the safe word, all play is over for the next seventy-two hours.



I add to the list, Push my limits. What limits?



Rule 6: Toys, restraints, and other accessories will be utilized when the Dom wishes. Video and/or audio recordings are at the Dom's discretion.



I figure Riggs wants to use a vibrator or something on me, which isn't too crazy. And I didn't dislike being handcuffed last night. But what does accessories mean? I add that to the list. I also add, recording, not sure how I feel about that possibility.



Rule 7: The sub will not touch the Dom unless granted permission. Failure to obey will result in a punishment.



I roll my eyes, not understanding what that rule is all about. I would have thought if he's as attracted to me as he claims, that he'd want me to touch him.