Weights & Whips

Chapter 11

A whimper left my lips as I watched Sandra chase after him. Harry nuzzled into my thigh as Axel approached. Axel gave Harry a tap on the shoulder as he reached to pick me up again. I snuggled into his chest as he carried me upstairs with Harry following us. We came to a stop in a lavish bedroom, and placed me on the biggest bed I've ever seen before both of them walked off into seperate joining rooms, which I presume are a bathroom and walk in wardrobe.

Harry strolled back in carrying an armful of towels and 3 Fluffy dressing gowns, grabbing my hand and leading me into the room Axel was in, leading me to a large bath that Axel was filling with hot water. "Rose, Lavender or Bergamot?" Harry asked "Were having a bath together, then cuddling up in that giant bed and watching a movie" he continued. "Bergamot Please" I responded. Axel lifted me onto the counter while he finished preparing the water, the smell of bergamot filled the air, bubbles bloomed on the water and the mirrors fogged up from the heat.

Axel turned to face me with a grin before slowly pulling his shirt off exposing his taught muscles. He walked over to where Harry was stood infront of me, looking down to meet Harry's gaze as they stood inches apart. He stroked his hands down Harry's chest reaching for the edge of his shirt and removing it. He looked over every inch of Harry's body before removing his trousers leaving him stood in only his underwear. Harry's c**k twitched in response as he watched Axel. "Help sab undress, then both of you can get in the water. I'll be back shortly" he said as he left the room.

Harry gave me a shy smile as he approached and asked for permission to undress me, I allowed him. Harry was gentle with me, slowly and carefully undressing me, making sure nothing knocked my swollen face and checking my body over for any brusies or cuts before helping me into the water. Once I was settled he stepped in himself, sitting himself next to me and reaching for several products and passing them to me. He didn't push me, just slowly washed himself as I did, the soapy water washing away any trace of Tom Kelly from my skin. Axel returned shortly after and joined us. The three of us washed ourselves enjoying the peace and quiet. Once we were all clean Axel pulled the plug and helped us step out before he passed us all towels and robes before we returned to the bedroom.

I stilled as I entered the bedroom. The bed was now covered in shopping bags of every size and colour. "They are for you Sab. I want you to be comfortable here so I sent Amy to get you some clothes and essentials. This is your room for as long as you want it. I want you to feel safe here." Axel said quietly. "Come on, let's un pack" Harry said as he started grabbing bags heading to the walk in wardrobe. "This is too much" I squeaked looking up to Axel. "Nothing is too much for you Sab. It's safe here. We have security guards, Terry the butler you met earlier is always nearby if you need anything. Amy is my personal assistant, you met her at Leather Rose, she helped you with your membership paperwork. We have a chef on hand at all times, her name is Jen. My room is across the hall and Harry's is next to mine. I can get a member of security to come with you to work and anywhere else you need to go, if that makes you feel safer?" He rambled on and on as Harry returned for more bags. "I'm going to get some pyjamas, ill grab Axels too" Harry said as he left the room. How will I ever thank them? I signed and nodded as I turned my attention back to Axel, who was stood fiddling with his robe anxiously. "Thank you Axel, I don't know how I'll ever thank or repay you, but I'll try." I said with a smile before going to my wardrobe to find some clothes to wear.

Harry had unpacked for me. The rails were filled with clothes for every occasion, in every shape and colour possible. I grabbed some simple black underwear, black cycling shorts and a grey oversized t-shirt, quickly getting dressed and heading back into the bedroom. Harry and Axel were already on my bed, hands folded behind their heads and grins on their faces. My heart leaped at the sight of them in their matching grey tracksuit bottoms, slung low on their hips. Shirtless, their muscled torsos caught the light perfectly, deep shadows showing every ripple.

I approached the giant bed, climbing in between their warm bodies with a grin. "So, what do you want to watch? TV or movie? Axel, did you get snacks?" Harry asked. "Top drawer, snacks and drinks. I don't mind what we watch" Axel replied. "Can we watch 'The Secret Garden'? It's my favourite movie" I asked. Neither of them had seen it before so we found it online and got cosy under the quilt with stacks of snacks around us to enjoy the movie. As always the movie made me emotional, but what I did not expect was for the boys to be crying hugging me tightly at the end of the film. "That was beautiful" Axel said wiping a tear from his cheek. "I see why it's your favourite, I learnt so much about you watching that" Harry whispered. We lay cuddled up watching different movies for a while, until I drifted off to sleep.

When I woke the next morning the bed was empty, I couldn't hear a single noise in the house. I ventured to the bathroom to have a wash and brush my teeth before going to look for them, or anyone for that matter. I checked both of their bedrooms but there was no sign of them. Nothing in the sitting room or dining room. Eventually I found the kitchen, and found Terry, Amy and Jen stood around the kitchen, scattered with various ingredients, mugs and paperwork. "Ah, good morning Sab, would you like coffee or some breakfast? Axel left a note for you around here somewhere" Terry said as he started to look through his scattered paperwork. I accepted the coffee, breakfast and note and took them to the dining room to eat.

The note read:

"Hey sleepy head, sorry we weren't there when you woke up but we had work to do early this morning. Sandra will be over at 9am to keep you company until I return, I'll be home by noon. If you want or need anything ask Terry and he will sort it, have a great morning and don't miss me too much! -Axel x x x"

By the time I was done eating Sandra was here, we settled in my bedroom and watched TV in bed. I knew I was going to have to tell everyone what happened soon, but for now I just wanted to feel safe and feel supported by my loved ones. At noon I got a text from Harry telling us to meet them in the dining room for lunch. As we sat down I noticed Leo was back too, with his signature scowl.

"Are you ready to tell us what happened?" Leo asked. I gave a big sigh, bracing myself and told them the full story of yesterday's events, doing my best to hold back the tears. The group gathered around me, soothing my sobs and asking questions long into the night. It was clear that Leo wanted to hurt Tom and that Axel wanted me to file a police report. Harry wanted me to stay by his side and Sandra wanted me to go back to therapy. However this is not about what they want, only what I want. I have played out every scenario in my head. Tom Kelly was a powerful man with alot of connections, if I were to go to the police it would be ignored and the cops would be paid for their silence. If anyone was to hurt him for revenge, they would encounter the most vicious court case they had ever seen. Both of those were not suitable options. I could return to therapy, however I am not ready to revisit the trauma and pay for the privilege. And I refuse to have Harry as my guard dog, for I refuse to let Tom Kelly win. I will return to work when it is safe to. I will return to the gym, I will compete, and I will win and I will return to Leather Rose. For my trauma makes me stronger, it makes me determined, it makes me bold.

Tom Kelly may have broke me down, he made me fear him, but I refuse to let th fear consume me. It would take time, I would need to make plans to ensure my safety, but with the help of my friends, I will take back my life.

And now that I have answered their questions, I want answers to mine.

What happened the night I slept with Leo?

If he chose me and signed me to his team before that night, why did he pretend to not know me?

Why have so many people warned me away from him?

And why am I still so drawn to him?

How does Leo know Tom Kelly?

How did Axel come to live in this lavish house?

Why does Harry live with him?

How do they afford an assistant, butler and chef?

What work did they have to attend this morning if their job is to be door supervisors in a night club?

Why did Sandra hide her life from me for so long?

And why is Ben so absent?

I want answers, and I want them now.