The Cuckold’s Comeuppance: The Secret Revenge of Walter Mitty
The soon to be ex Mrs. Miller was at lunch with her lawyer.
“Bob, what the hell is taking that god damned judge so long?”
“Relax Carol. You know this is the divorce and criminal trial of the century. The judge did say she’d have a decision today. It’s not even noon.”
“Listen, mother-fucker, you said my name wouldn’t be dragged through the mud.”
“I’m a lawyer and I told you that Ben is probably behind it. Remember that there was only a limited gag order on this case.”
Carol would have none of his feeble attempts at placation.
“I’ve read the papers and yeah, he’s getting the shit end. However, my agent isn’t happy and I’m not happy.”
“What does mister sit on my ass and collect ten percent say? I could lose a movie role, the modeling company said that they might have to curtail my public exposure. Then my new line of lingerie I’m launching will be delayed if not scuttled.”
“That doesn’t sound that bad. Wait a year or so and this will all be forgotten.”
“What if the DVD’s come out, ass-hole? They’re under protection now but once the trial is over?”
“I’ll motion to keep them sealed and out of public view as part of the divorce settlement. That way both you and Ben will need to approve any release. Their exposure will negatively impact your earning potential and therefore your lifestyle.”
“How do you think it’ll go? This is your area of expertise.”
“The divorce will be granted, you might have to pay alimony as your income is about six times what Ben’s is. As for his counter criminal complaint. The judge did hammer you about where you got your information, safe words, and refusing Ben’s request to see a marriage counselor. Why did you do that to him?”
”I only did the same as what he was watching on line.”
”Carol, remember a movie from years ago where the lady set her husbands car on fire for cheating on her?”
”Yeah, what a great fucking idea.”
”For a movie, maybe but in real life that’s illegal and it might cost you in court.”
Bob’s phone buzzed and a text appeared, VERDICT’S IN.
“Time to go, a decision has been reached.”
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The court was packed, more press than people in the gallery. This was a gossipers dream and the press was eating it up. Ben Miller, sci-fi and fantasy author, 46 years-old, but other than his three best sellers, he was an average guy vs. Carol Timelli Miller. The 38 year-old centerfold/model, and pin-up girl for sexy vs. her negligent husband. Mr. No sex. It involved cheating, cuckolding, BDSM, and several other things. Both sides had asked for a judge trial and now the world was waiting as Judge Mary Farnsdale walked into the court.
“Let’s get on with this. Mr. Miller, is your team ready for my decision?”
“Yes, your honor.”
“Mrs. Miller, is your team ready for my decision?”
“Yes, your honor.”
“Good. everyone may be seated.”
Judge Fransdale opened her laptop and moved some papers around.
“Ladies and gentlemen, the attention this case has attracted hasn’t escaped the court’s notice. Such notoriety hasn’t affected the court’s duty or responsibility. I consulted previous decisions and people who are considered experts or knowledgeable bodies in their fields.
On the joint divorce that's been filled, it’s granted. As they were married for seven years and there is verifiable evidence of Mrs. Miller’s unfaithfulness, with her husband’s knowledge but no evidence of consent. That there is no corresponding evidence of Mr. Miller ever being unfaithful. His watching of legal pornography isn’t considered cheating by the state. Mrs. Miller will be allowed to chose the lake house or their residence as hers. There were no children of this union so the only other matter is that of spousal support. Neither party owes the other any support. As for communal property, that will be a 50-50 split with accommodation to be made by both sides for personal requests. Neither sides future income will be considered for spousal support as well. The court will allow six months for this to be concluded or the court will intervene.”
The judge took a drink of water.
“Next is the criminal complaint. Miller vs. Miller. This was a little more difficult to decide. BDSM and cuckolding, to many are weird or unusual but are legal activities when agreed to by consenting adults. That was the issue before the court, what makes it consenting? Does joint discussion? Watching it in person? Does watching it in an online video grant permission in real life? I asked several members of the BDSM community. I checked online sites and one thing was clear-safe words are always available and part of the relationship involved. and yet many times they aren't used, especially among experienced participants. When they aren’t discussed or available, these experts said that ‘stop’ and ‘no’ become the default safe-words.