“Hit me.” The suspense is killing me. A lot is riding on what happens now. I hold my breath as the anticipation builds. I start to doubt myself. It was an impulsive decision, one I may seriously regret. I start to have doubts as I look at the 7 and 3 on the table in front of me. “Ace – that makes 21 and black jack. Congratulations” I start at the chips the dealer is placing in front of me. I do a mental calculation in my...

Snap! “You like that baby? Do you want some more?” Snap! Snap!! Brad’s body tenses up with each snap of the ruler on his bare skin. He gasps from the sharp pain, but slowly exhales. I know he’s enjoying himself. This isn’t the first time I've tried to push him past his limits. His skin is pink where the ruler kissed his skin. I soothe the skin with one of my own kisses. I bathe the spots with my tongue, licking and then g...