Chapter 11 #3
Mason’s left eyebrow went up, and then he got a huge grin on his face.
“Darlin’, I would never do that to Sara.
Why do you think I am taking things slow?
Yes, I took her to the club on our second date, but after talking with her, I know she is a Sub through and through even though she won’t admit it.
I wanted her to see it for herself. I know that you told her about going with Logan, and I really think she is looking for something more fulfilling.
I might be a gentle big man, but when I am in my Dom space, she better look out.
We are going to go this weekend and watch a few more demonstrations.
She was very interested in the demos we watched the other night. ”
“Well, from what I heard from her bedroom, she is very expressive during sex. She definitely won’t be a shy one. Did you buy her an outfit yet? Isn’t that something a Dom should be doing?”
“I am going tomorrow. Do you know her size? I haven’t had a chance to look at any of her tags in her clothes.”
“She is size five for the most part, but those boobs of hers are a 36DD if that helps. Also, she wears a size 7 shoe. I know you Doms are into those thigh-high stiletto boots.”
“Perfect, thanks for the information.”
Sara returns with the most delicious cold latte, and as I am finishing it, I begin to become sleepy. Before I know it, I am out for the count.
I can hear my name being said in the distance.
I turn and start walking toward the sound.
I feel my body being shaken, but I don’t want to stop going forward.
Someone needs me, they are calling me. It sounds like it is behind a door, so I open the door and just as I step in, I feel as if I am falling.
I abruptly awaken to find Logan standing there with his hand on my shoulder.
“There you are. You gave me a scare. Are they sure you don’t have a concussion?”
“That is what they are telling me.”
“Do you want some lunch?”
“I suppose I could eat something, but I need to use the bathroom. Can you help me up and walk me over?” I ask. My head still hurts a bit, and the room isn’t completely stable at the moment.
After walking me slowly to and from the restroom, Logan props me up and produces a wonderful lunch that I guarantee isn’t from the hospital kitchen. He brought me my favorite salad from the bistro down the street from the gym. We eat in silence for a few minutes before Logan clears his throat.
“Gia, I’m working with Margot to set a trap for Susan.
I have also been speaking with her new Dom, Master Craig, and he has told me a few things that he has witnessed during his sessions with Susan.
Suffice it to say, she is fixated on both of us.
She doesn’t understand why I chose you to be my permanent Sub, and she feels that with you out of the way, I will take her back with open arms. The thing is, I never gave her the impression that I was interested in becoming her permanent Dom.
She looks at me like a prize worth winning.
She definitely needs some psychiatric help. ”
“When I hired her, nothing seemed out of the ordinary, but as you and I became an item, she seemed to change a bit in her behavior. I will just be glad when this is all over.”
“I know. Me too,” Logan says.
I devoured my meal. “Lunch was delicious, Logan, thank you so much for bringing it to me. When can I go home?”
“Tomorrow morning, as long as you are feeling better, they will discharge you. Andy and I have already talked about the situation, and you will never be alone in your apartment until we have nailed Susan. With that said, I will be spending all my evenings in your bed, and I won’t be leaving your side until morning.
Mason and Blake have already volunteered their time whenever they aren’t running the MMA matches.
They are currently rearranging their schedules.
According to Detective Malone, she just needs one week to get everything set.
The only people at the gym who know what is going on are me, Mason and Blake.
Obviously, we can’t tell Andy and Kenzie, and I feel like shit about that, but this is how we have to play it for now. Please get some rest,” he commands.
Logan gives me a soft kiss on my lips, and then tucks me in. He then leaves the room for a few minutes and returns with an additional pillow and blanket and makes himself comfortable in the chair next to my bed.
Morning arrives before I know it, and the doctor visits and lets me know that I am being discharged in about an hour.
After the doctor leaves, Logan helps me with my clothes, and we wait for the nurse with the final paperwork and the wheelchair that is customary for patients being discharged.
I always wondered why they are so insistent on using them, and now I do, as I am a bit groggy and wobbly.
After Logan and I arrive at the gym, he takes me through the back and up to our apartments. He insists on carrying me, and the way I feel, I don’t resist. Once inside my apartment, he takes me straight to my bedroom and removes my clothes, leaving me in my underwear, then tucking me in.
“Do you want anything to eat or drink? I can turn the TV on for you, just let me know, Gia.”
“I would love some water and maybe turn on the TV for me so I can watch something mindless.”
After turning on the television, Logan goes into the kitchen and pours me a nice tall glass of water. After he brings it to me, he settles down next to me, and we watch something on the British station I like to watch. We watch a few shows, and then Logan orders some dinner for us.
I usually don’t eat in bed, but I am so comfortable.
Not sure when it happened, but apparently, I fell asleep.
When I wake up and the apartment is black, I feel the rise and fall of Logan’s chest behind me.
I look at the clock, and it reads 3:30 a.m. I really need to use the bathroom, so I slowly slide out of bed and head that way.
Before I hit the doorway, I hear Logan’s very deep masculine voice.
“Hey Beautiful, will you need any help in there?”
“No, I think I will be okay. Go back to sleep; you had a long day.”
After taking care of business, I go into the kitchen to get another glass of water.
My neck is a bit stiff, and my left shoulder hurts from when I hit the floor.
I see my pain pills on the counter and reach for them.
After taking the recommended dose, I head back to the bedroom and slide back into Logan’s arms and fall into a deep sleep.
When I wake up, the sun is shining, and I smell something wonderful coming from my kitchen. I throw on Logan’s shirt and head into the kitchen.
“Something smells wonderful. Did you make me breakfast, Sir?” I purr.
“Good morning, Beautiful, how did you sleep?”
“Pretty good, I did have to take a pain pill in the middle of the night. So, what is for breakfast?”
“I made pancakes and bacon. Do you want coffee this morning or tea?”
“Hmm, I guess I will take some coffee. And breakfast looks amazing, thank you so much. You sure know how to make me feel special, Sir.”
“I like the sound of that coming from your lips, Gia. I can’t wait to get you back to the club.
But the doctor said you have to wait about a week before you do anything strenuous, and that includes your yoga classes.
I know that Monday was going to be your first day back.
Kenzie has asked Susan to cover your five classes this week, and that will also keep her in our sight, so we know what she is up to.
I have a bootcamp class in thirty minutes, so I am sending Mason up to stay with you until I can come back up at lunch. Any requests for lunch?”
I give him my biggest pout before stating, “Do you have to leave? I love having you here in my apartment. I thought we could spend the day together, maybe go out for a walk to get some fresh air.”
“You will be okay. We can go for a walk at lunch and get something; will that work?”
“Perfect,” I tell him and then saunter over and lay a kiss on him to remind him I am here waiting for him.
Before he has a chance to turn around, there is a knock at the door. When Logan opens it, Mason is standing there with a cup of coffee and a bagel in his hand.
The two exchange hellos and talk quietly about the day. Mason turns and makes his way to the breakfast bar and sits on a stool and begins to eat his bagel.
“Mason, thank you for doing this. I do appreciate it. I know that this whole thing has caused a lot of inconvenience for everyone.”
“Gia, we need to catch Susan in the act of something. She is trouble and always has been. I’m told that she has gone through Dom’s at the club like I change my underwear, when I wear them.” He smirks.
“I wish I had never hired her; she seemed so normal when I interviewed her.”
“You couldn’t have known. She obviously can’t keep her club life separate from her gym life. But we don’t want you to worry about her, okay?”
“I will stop worrying once she is arrested. I am going to take a shower, so I can feel human.”
After taking a long hot shower and putting on clean clothes, I feel like a new woman. When I head back to the kitchen, Mason is nowhere to be found. Should I be worried? My front door starts to open, and I hide behind the counter in the kitchen. Gee paranoid much.
“Gia, hey it’s Mason. I am sorry I disappeared. Logan called and asked me to get a few things from his apartment. I left his door open so I could make sure no one came up the steps or into your apartment.”
I stand up from behind the counter and smile. “Hey Mason, I was a little nervous when I came out of the shower and you were gone.”
“I know that you and Logan are going out to lunch. Do you want to head downstairs? He’s finishing up his bootcamp class.”