“Bu-ut…” “Hush!” Her jaw clamped down tightly until she could feel her teeth grinding against themselves. For an instant, she was sure he was going to strangle the very life from her fear-weakened body. Instead of the instantaneous assault, however, Dr. Stefan gently took her hand. His expression was mild and non-threatening, even fatherly, as though he were trying to win her consent. His plan worked. As he tugged at her arm, she moved with him toward the dim light glowing inside the dungeon. Her legs seemed so feeble that she could hardly take a step. But she did move, as though propelled by the strength of the man who held her palm so tightly in his hand. Guiding her to the spanking bench, he slowly eased her over the flat surface, so she could rest her tummy on the raw wood board. Th

