CH.8

Throughout the entire ordeal, Karl remained silent. His grip on me was savage as if he was trying to assert dominance over a wild animal.

He threw me on the bed, its red velvet satin sheets suddenly seeming more sinister than luxurious.

My ankles were swiftly shackled together with cold metal cuffs that bit into my skin.

Then came the choker. It looked harmless enough at first glance but when he fastened it around my neck and hooked it to the bedpost, I realized its purpose. I was trapped and completely at his mercy.

I tried to scream in desperation, but Karl cut off my attempt by shoving a ball gag into my mouth.

Panic surged through me as I squirmed and writhed against the restraints yet it was futile. Karl's control over me was absolute!

He stripped his clothes off in one fluid motion and despite myself, my eyes flickered downwards for just a moment before snapping shut in terror.

What I saw hanging between his thighs scared me more than anything else. My mind went still at t