James
I turn her to face me, hold her at the shoulders, look her in the face. “Charlotte, are you sure about this? You have the final say. And if you say no, then it won’t happen. Remember, this affects your long-term future, not just the occasional evening of frolics in the basement.”
“I’m sure, Master. The more I think about it, the surer I am. I can’t think of a better way for our family… all of our family to be safe. If Michael is happy with the idea, and you are, then I am too.”
I kiss her forehead. “Good girl. And I agree with you. This will keep you and Peanut down there…” I pat her stomach… “... very safe…”
She bursts out laughing. “Peanut?”
“About the right size for now, wouldn’t you say?”
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