“I will step out for two minutes, then I am coming back in,” he said, pushing back to his feet. “Acknowledge that you heard me.” “I understand, Master,” she said softly, reaching over and running her fingers along the clothing beside her. He stiffened imperceptibly. “We are not… This is not a formal setting, Tessa.” She just stared at him, waiting for him to leave so she could change. After a few more seconds, he left the room.
