Chapter 39

SCOTT

Except for my shitty cards tonight, the evening had gone pretty much as expected, though I was surprised Regina paid so much to fuck Shasta. I wondered if I'd missed something during the time I'd been gone. I knew Shasta allowed her slave to be used by Regina's ex, but there seemed to be more undercurrents in their relationship than I expected. I didn't have a ton of money to bid, having less than my initial buy in.

Julia did a wonderful job as auctioneer, teasing the crowd, making them excited at the prospect of owning whatever they were bidding on. My last chance at a purchase tonight ended with Mom being sold to Chen. I didn't think Julia would slip past Jerry unless he just didn't want to spend money.

She took her place on the block and I kissed her, knowing I wouldn't see her again until tomorrow morning unless hell froze over. Jerry could pay twice what I had left without breaking a sweat. I also ran my hand over her s