“ Jason fastened on the chain, turning the key in the tiny padlock. „... and that symbol,“ she concluded, „indicates to membersof the crew and...guests that you are exclusive property. For the time being, as I say.“Julia swayed, the tears trickling faster down her cheeks. It was almost impossible for her to credit what her ears were hearing. Surely they could not be truly meant? Surely they must be a bluff to frighten her?Yet... yet... after what had already happened... possibly anything could. .. momma ... please don’t paddle me ... not the BOARD!”“Ohh ohhh no pleeeeeeze... , “ Lauren whined.“Bottoms Up, dear” Judy easily kept her daughter Lauren bent over the table.SPLAT! CRACK! she pushed her back down, causing her blue jean bikini visible panty line to be seen across her bottom which assured her aim for what was going to be a paddling for the ages. WHACK!“Yeouch Lauren squeals in pain, but her spanking with the wooden bread board continued. The swats kept coming at a rapid. I could hear it in your voice," Michael responded. "Is he in love with you?" I don't know. He hasn't said and I haven't told him. That's my problem. Even if he doesn't love me, I don't want to date anyone else."There was silence on the phone for a moment."Does that include me?" Michael asked with a tinge of disappointment in her voice.Jenny paused at the unexpected question. "I hadn't thought about that," she said. Then she thought of Erica. The issue suddenly became more complicated. "I don't. I’m glad you’re virile, Lightfoot.”I smiled with amusement. I liked sex with her, too.“You’re supposed to tell me I’m the best you’ve ever had,” she instructed. When I didn’t respond fast enough, she added, “Come on. It won’t hurt you to admit it.”“I was just comparing you to all the women I’ve slept with. Give me five minutes.”Callie pouted and edged away from me. I grinned. She seemed to make me smile more than anyone I knew.“How many?” she asked, shoving my arm away when I tried to put it.