Cassandra complied, taking her necklace off and dropping it into my outstretched palm. The chain coiled perfectly into my palm like a trained golden snake. I half expected to hear a sizzling sound as the cross touched my skin. I placed it on the vanity table.
“Now your engagement ring. Take it off, Cassandra. You’re my submissive until Wednesday. You’re not married yet.”
She handed over her ring and I set it next to the cross. I placed Cassandra directly in front of the wall mirror, took the thick leather collar out of the bag and tightened it securely around her throat. My heart pounded in my chest as I buckled the leather strap around her tender neck for the first time.
“You’re mine until Wednesday, Cassandra. Do you understand? All mine.
“Yes, Charles.”
“I’ve attached the collar t
