THE RULES HE SET FOR ME

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#RULE 1: I WILL SERVE, OBEY, AND PLEASE MY MASTER.

I lie naked on a cold, hard surface, my wrists and ankles bound tightly to four wooden posts. The air is thick with anticipation and the faint scent of leather. My heart races as I hear footsteps approaching. The man who owns me, my master, strides into view. His tall, muscular frame is adorned with a black leather harness, accentuating every curve and ridge of his sculpted body. A leash dangles from one hand, its collar sparkling with silver.

He kneels down beside me, his dark eyes boring into mine, and speaks in a low, commanding voice. “Bella, look at me.” I comply, my gaze flicking up to meet his. “Do you remember what rule number one is?”

I swallow hard, my mouth dry. “Yes, Master.”

He smiles, a predatory expression that sends a shiver down my spine. “And do you understand it?”

I nod, feeling my cheeks flush with shame and arousal. “Yes, Master. I will serve, obey, and please you.”

He reaches up, cupping my c