Owned (Office Intrigue Book 8) Nicole Edwards (classic english novels TXT) 📖

“Please, call me Leah.” She looked at Talon, then Braelyn. “And your lovely friend, it’s a pleasure to see you again.”

Braelyn offered a smile, but didn’t shake hands, nor did Mrs. Townsend offer.

It was then I realized Talon was not sharing our names for a reason. Considering Ransom and Braelyn weren’t common names, it would be easy for someone to put two and two together if they’d happened to hear the news of our deaths. And since these people were only temporarily on the island, the less they knew, the better.

Smart man.

“Come in,” Leah said, stepping back out of the way.

Immediately, I noticed that she was in fact the Dominant in the relationship. Had Talon not mentioned it, I would’ve figured it out myself. I couldn’t say exactly what clued me in—maybe her walk, her tone, the way she stood proudly when presented with a man as formidable as Talon in front of her.

“We’re here to deliver male two-nine-four for your inspection.”

“Perfect.”

I glanced over at Talon, curious as to where this male two-nine-four actually was.

My silent question was answered when a soft knock sounded outside in the hall. It was then I noticed Talon had not allowed the door to close.

Gideon was there, motioning for the male possession to step into the room.

Talon led the way, Braelyn still close to his side. He released her briefly when he stopped at an electronic panel on the wall and keyed in some information.

A big-screen television came on, a picture of the possession flashing on, along with some basic information alongside it.

“Can you confirm this is the possession you’ve selected?” Talon asked.

Rather than answer, Leah reached for a portable electronic tablet, reviewed it, and then tapped the screen.

Talon had just stepped out of the way when there was another knock behind us. I turned back to see Jasper and Cody stepping into the room, bringing with them a padded foldout table and a large leather duffel bag.

Now it was getting interesting.

Talon introduced both of them as part of the staff here at the resort, referring to Jasper as Dr. Tate and Cody as Mr. Chastain.

They joined us in the spacious living area, nodding at Leah rather than shaking her hand.

“Would you like to do this in here, Mrs. Townsend?” Jasper asked Leah directly, his tone smooth as silk. “Or would you prefer we move out onto the balcony?”

Leah considered it, glancing out the wall of glass before scanning the room. “I think in here will work nicely.”

“Very well.” Jasper motioned for Cody, who then set up the table before stepping back.

“Join us,” Leah called out.

A moment later, a man stepped out of the bedroom, head down, hands clasped behind his back. He was naked as the day he was born, and I immediately looked at my sister to see her reaction.

If she was bothered by the sight, she didn’t show it, nor did she give him much attention, keeping her eyes on Mrs. Townsend.

The man—presumably Mr. Townsend—eased down to his knees on the floor beside the sofa, eyes still cast downward, a submissive through and through.

“Two-nine-four has been advised to converse with you should you instigate it. Otherwise, he has been trained for silence here at the resort,” Talon told her, snapping his fingers, signaling the man to step forward.

“Would you prefer I lead?” Talon offered. “Or would you like to handle the inspection yourself?”

Leah tilted her head, studying the man wearing a white robe that covered most of his body to his shins. She smiled. “I’ll do the honors.”

“Very well. We’ll start by going through his measurements,” Talon said. “Remove the robe.”

The possession gracefully discarded it, laying it neatly over a nearby chair.

Jasper and Cody each donned a pair of latex gloves before stepping forward with a variety of tools used to measure height, weight, and so forth.

It was all very formal, meant to show the Owner that the item they were seeking to acquire was in fact what was promised to them. I watched with detached interest as they very thoroughly proved he was the possession Leah had clearly selected, right down to measuring his penis—both soft and hard.

While Cody did most of the work, Jasper logged every measurement, which appeared on the television alongside the other measurements, flashing green as they matched almost perfectly.

“Please.” Talon motioned toward Leah when Jasper and Cody completed the process.

Leah stepped forward with a smile. “On the table. On your stomach.”

Cody held out a pair of gloves, which Leah declined.

Male two-nine-four did not hesitate, sliding onto the table, again as graceful as one could be.

Talon then retreated back a few steps, taking Braelyn’s hand and pulling her close to him. I remained where I was, standing near Jasper and Cody while Leah began a very thorough inspection of her own, both front and back. I didn’t think there was a single inch of him she didn’t get up close and personal with.

“He’s very well-kept,” she noted, casting a sideways glance at Talon. “Stand,” she ordered the possession.

“I’m glad you approve,” he answered. “Once you sign receipt of delivery, I’ll leave him in your care for the duration of your stay. Should you choose not to acquire him, you simply need to let me or one of my staff know, and we’ll take him off your hands.”

Talon then turned to the electronic panel on the wall, tapped a few buttons.

A hidden panel near what looked to be a minibar opened, and a light came on highlighting several glass shelves.

“There’s a variety of equipment available should you choose.”

Leah turned toward the display of sex toys and stimulants. “Very nice.” She then retrieved her electronic tablet, signed on the screen.

Talon then motioned for Jasper and Cody to retrieve the padded table and to exit, then urged Braelyn to go with them. Before I could follow, he stopped me.

“It’s a pleasure doing business with you, Mrs. Townsend. If there’s anything you need, please let either of us know. You can simply dial seven from the phone.