Chapter 1: Introduction
Emily stared at the text message from Tom. He was asking her to be ready by seven in a cryptic way, promising a massage she'd "never forget." She slid her phone into her back pocket, wondering what he had planned. They weren't exactly the spa-weekend type of couple, but she liked Tom's thoughtfulness all the same.
She looked around their bedroom—their little sanctum. The plush carpet underfoot tempted her to cuddle with their cats, but she had a sexy husband waiting.
Emily walked to the den where the massage table was set up with a towel, a blindfold, and her ear pods waiting for her. A new massage oil sat nearby, its dark glass bottle showcasing the golden liquid within, and she noticed a pair of strong hands holding a tray with a steaming cup of tea.
"Welcome to your massage experience," Tom grinned, handing her the tea. "I hope you're ready to relax."
A thrill raced through her as she took the cup. "I'm ready for anything."
Tom winked and gestured to the table. "Then let's get started." Tom guided her towards the table and whispered, "I hope you didn't make any plans for the evening."
As she lay down on the table and closed her eyes, she asked, "Did you have something in mind?"
"Leave that to me." His smile contained more secrets, but Emily suppressed her curiosity and focused on the gentle guiding of her body onto the table. The warmth of the towel beneath her was soothing, as was the faint woodsy scent coming from the massage oil. She inhaled deeply, unaware of the intricate plan Tom had created.
As she settled into the table, Tom took care to secure the blindfold around her eyes and place the earbuds inside her ears.
"Trust me," he whispered, tenderly brushing her cheek.
Emily, always trusting and in love with Tom, allowed herself to quiet her mind and focus on the anticipation of the unknown. She nestled into the table with a half-smile, feeling comforted by Tom's words.
With her senses confined, she could only rely on the sensations she felt from Tom's touch, or so she thought.