14 February 2013
She studied its contents; let the emerald silk slip languidly between her fingers. This room was different; the low beams had been stained white, subtle floral wall paper adorned one of the walls, and there were a variety of candles placed around the room. An elaborate dressing table had been laid out for her use, with brushes, powders and cream.
Juliette closed the door and slipped off her shoes.
She had bathed before leaving, but the instructions were specific that she were to use only the unscented lotions provided. Casually, she moved towards the table.
As she undressed, she felt she was being watched; a whisper of the unknown caressed her naked skin. There were no pictures in the room, just the single dressing table mirror, still, she felt uncomfortable, she was not ready for this intrusion so early.
Massaging the body lotion leisurely into her skin, Juliette glanced around the room once again. Something on the door handle caught her eye, shimmering in the candle light. She crossed the room and took the delicate necklace from its refuge.
'Wear me,' whispered an unknown voice.
Instinctively she placed the necklace round her neck so that the fine strand of diamonds lay between her breasts; her fingers toying with their lustre.
'Mmmm, an unexpected bonus,' she thought.
The gown of emerald silk, sheathed her body perfectly; draping fluidly to the floor.
Sitting at the dressing table, she gazed at her sultry reflection. 'Would they approve?' The question remained unanswered as she looked at her watch, which now lay before her. No underwear, no jewellery, no shoes; it was almost time.
A silent 'step three complete' invaded her thoughts, as she walked barefoot across the floor to the door and tied the remaining article from the box around her eyes.
The room was now in total darkness; she knocked on the door as instructed.
"Enchanté, mademoiselle. Bon soir, suivez-moi"
Τhε Bοχ. IV • Opuss № I