Chapter 53

The show begins and while Monroe is concentrating on his part, I work on the intricate web in the corner. I start at the bottom, creating foot holds to travel upward as I add to the height of the design. My movements are swift and precise, the product of years of collaboration with Monroe.

I finish the formation before the end of the scene with Cheri, and I'm able to turn and watch when her Dom administers a flogger. She spins beautifully with each blow. The scene winds down, and Monroe lowers Cheri into her Dom's waiting arms. He quickly removes her bindings and her Master carries her away from the demonstration area.

I remove my shirt and shoes and begin stretching. My bad knee will be taking some punishment in this scene, but I know I can place most of my weight on my good leg. When my body is loose and warm I look toward Monroe, who is speaking with one of the observers. He's as attuned to me as I am to him. He immediately looks over, cuts off his conversation, and approaches me