Chapter 26

Sophie

I straightened my shoulders, “Come in,” I called out.

Ronan stepped through the door. Now that he was here, I realized he would have still entered with or without my permission.

It was his house. I couldn’t possibly tell him not to enter his house anyhow he liked. He would mostly scold me for my attitude and remind me that I was not trying to impress him.

“Good evening, master,” I bowed my head as I greeted him, just like Danica told me to.

He seemed pleased because he said nothing.

“I see you are a fast learner.”

“Anything for you, master.”

I heard his sharp intake of breath, making me look up. He stood staring at me.

“Untie the robe,” he ordered.

I let it drop to the floor, revealing me in my lingerie. I knew I looked good, but the way he stared at me made me feel powerful.

“You like the lingerie?” he asked, his voice husky with want.

“Yes, I do, master. It’s lovely.” I answered, and he nodded again, se