Calm before the storm 1

 

A knock was heard. "Miss, your food is here!" Gilet shouted.

Benjamin ordered them to enter. "Bring it in."

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The door opened, and Gilet and the two maids placed the food on the table. Meanwhile, Benjamin paired himself right behind me; he was dangling his hand on my upper chest, playing with my breasts. I felt embarrassed; we were not alone, and even though the maids kept their eyes down, it felt improper.

 

They finished and left. I turned to Benjamin. "Okay, let me rest a bit. Then I swear I'll attend to your needs. That way, I'll be more focused."

He sighed, reluctantly removing his hand. "Alright, get some rest. I'll wait."

 

All I thought of was to lay down, the soft mattress cradling my tired body, and close my eyes, hoping to get some much-needed sleep before the next round of challenges awaited me.

 

Drifting off, I felt Benjamin's presence beside me, his arm protectively around my waist.