“How was that, Coming Clarissa?”
I wasn’t sure how I felt about this. “Umm, all right.” I’d never been spanked or hit in any way before, and making it sexual didn’t seem like it should be right.
“I take it from your reaction that you’ve never been paddled before. Let’s see what you can handle.”
I gripped the chair a little harder, anticipating pain, but as she picked up the intensity, I got wet. I was mortified by the fact that this had turned me on and in front of a room full of people no less. I tried to keep my face from showing what I felt between my legs, but nothing got passed Bisexual Betty.
“Well, let’s give it up for Coming Clarissa.” She took my hand and stood me up. “I’m impressed; you took that like a champ.”
“Me too. Wow, Riss.” Amy beamed, looking almost proud.
I sat back down, my head reeling from all these new feelings. I was kind of excited but in a way I didn’t feel like I should be—almost dirty.
“So, the last thing I’m going to show you is a great gift. And with Valentine’s Day just around the corner, I would seriously consider picking this one up. You’ll save forty-five percent by buying the set, and it will arrive at your door by the tenth. Just in time for the special day.”
Betty pulled out a big black box with fancy gold letters on the top and placed it on the table in front of us. I was mesmerized when she opened the lid. Shiny gold and matte-black toys. I wasn’t sure what most of the items were. She’d shown us a few things tonight that were similar, and some I could guess on but others, I waited with bated breath for her explanation.
“Now this Naughty Weekend Away package has a little bit of everything from cock rings to vibrators to lube. You’ll receive eleven toys total and won’t have any problems spicing things up this Valentine’s Day. I’m sure most of you know what all these do, but let me demonstrate just in case.”
One by one, she pulled them out, and I listened intently to every word. BB explained what they did and used a dildo to show us the details and possible positions. When she got to what she called a vibrating cock ring, I was amazed.
“So that’s what it does? I’ve been waiting for you to explain that one.” I looked up at everyone’s shocked faces looking back at me. “Did I say that out loud?” I wanted to close my eyes and tap my heels together so I could teleport back home where I hadn’t just stuck my foot in my mouth.
They all burst out laughing, and thank God, because I was way past the point of blushing and on to complete and utter mortification.
The presentation concluded, and I needed another shot or five, along with more drinks—and possibly and Ativan—so I took it upon myself to make some—drinks, not pills.
“So…what did you think?” Amy popped up beside me.
I eyed her. “Well, I have questions. Like for starters, Anal-Loving Amy?”
“Yeah, about that.” She shrugged like it was no big deal. “What can I say? I enjoy it.”
I had never in my life tried that, and I couldn’t imagine anyone wanted to put anything up there. I guess it wasn’t a big deal, but for someone as sheltered as me, I was in utter disbelief—and maybe a tad bit afraid to admit my curiosity. We’d been best friends since we were teenagers, and Amy had managed to keep this side of herself a complete secret.
I felt like I’d been kept in the dark. “I can’t believe we’ve never talked about this kind of thing before. Isn’t that part of the girl code or something?”
“Riss, you’ve always been a little on the conservative side. I just assumed we were diverse in that aspect of our lives. I now realize we’re polar opposites.”
“Is there something wrong with me?” My voice came out in a whisper.
“Of course not. Why would you think that?” She reached out and touched my arm, looking at me like she was afraid I might have a meltdown right there. “Whatever works for you guys is your business. But, if you want to spice things up a little, there’s nothing wrong with that, either.” Amy gave me a meek smile that was intended to set my mind at ease, although with all the alcohol running through me and all the penises surrounding me, I wasn’t sure that was possible. “It’s never a bad thing to want a little kink in your bedroom.” Then she waggled her brows, and I let out a boisterous laugh that caused people to turn our way. “I just happen to be a freak in the sheets.” She flipped her hair, and I couldn’t help but roll my eyes.
“I’m starting to see things in a whole new light, that’s for sure.” It might be the alcohol talking, but it was more likely that it was reality smacking me upside the head.
We clinked our glasses, but nothing more was said on the subject. The girls were being called into the den one by one to place their orders, and I was hoping to stay far away so that I could be one of the last to go.
“So, what’s everyone ordering?” Leave it to Krystal to stick her nose into everyone’s business. Surprise, surprise.
I couldn’t believe that everyone was so forthcoming with what they planned to get. I must have been in the minority thinking this was private, so I stayed quiet, hoping nobody would notice.
“Riss, do you know what you’re buying?” Freaking Krystal.
I wanted to roll my eyes at her need to know everything and smack her for calling me out. I swallowed hard and took a sip of my drink, trying to come up with something to say.
BB opened the French doors just in time. “Coming Clarissa, you’re up.”
I wanted to kiss this woman, saved by BB. The moment she closed the doors behind us, the butterflies in my stomach made me realize I was more excited than nervous. Was I really going to order something?
The room was full of Rubbermaid containers overflowing with products. I’d never seen so many dildos, vibrators, and other pieces of rubber that I couldn’t identify in my life.
Betty gestured toward the chair. “Have a seat, doll. I noticed you were a little red-faced throughout the night, and you wrote down quite a bit on your order sheet.”
I looked up in shock, I didn’t think that anyone had been paying attention, never mind the one giving the presentation.
“Don’t look so surprised, I’ve been doing this for a long time. There’s nothing to be embarrassed about. She patted my knee and gave me a warm smile. “We all started out vanilla, sweetie. In this room, there’s no judgment. I’m happy to answer any question you might have or give you a little more information on how things work.”
I swallowed hard; I wasn’t about to pour my heart out to this stranger, but maybe she could answer a few questions for me. I took a deep breath and prepared myself. “I...I’m not sure what vanilla means, but I assume plain.” I shook my head, trying to clear away the doubt and act like a grown-ass woman. “I’ve never used any of the products you showed tonight, but it was informative, to say the least. I think I would like to order a couple things.”
“That’s great, hunny. But before we get to that, let’s get your prize out of the way. You get to choose between a butt plug, mini vibe, or some edible body oil. If you want my opinion, I would go for the mini vibe. It’s great to use alone or with a partner, and it’s small, therefore discrete as well.” BB winked at me, but she was so matter-of-fact. It was like we were talking about the weather, not freaking sex toys.