Imperfect Consequences

by Piper Stone

  David didn’t really hear her behind him. He simply realized her presence. Through all the years of marriage, he’d always known when she was near. There was such a strong connection between them, or at least there had been. “Do you understand what’s about to happen?”

  “Yes. I… yes, sir. I do and I deserve the punishment.”

  Hearing the amount of angst and sorrow in her voice, he clenched his eyes shut for a minute before finally turning to face her. The woman standing in front of him seemed frail, reserved. Her naked body was shaking, her lower lip quivering. At that moment, all he wanted to do was wrap his arms around her, tell her everything was going to be okay. He swallowed to prevent himself from stuttering and stroked the belt. “We’re going to do this in here.”

  Her eyes flitted around the room as if expecting to see something that would indicate how she was going to be disciplined. “Yes, sir.” She inched forward, fear as well as guilt riding her lovely face.

  “Go stand in the corner and don’t move. I want you to truly think about what you’ve done. You can’t continue on like this, Shannon. We can’t. The truth is, I won’t allow it. Do you understand, at all, what I’m saying to you?”

  Nodding, she nibbled on her bottom lip and crossed her arms. “I do. You don’t have any idea how sorry I am.”

  “I know you well enough to realize you’re honestly sorry, but this time? It’s not enough. I also realize the woman who challenges every single thing I tell her needs structure.” David moved closer, not touching her, but merely making certain she understood how upset he was with her behavior.

  Shannon shook her head. “You’re right. I’ve been pushing.”

  “And I know why. If we’re going to make this work, we have to trust each other. You know that.”

  “I do and…” She hesitated and looked away.

  “And?” He touched the side of her face with a single finger. When she flinched, so did he. “And what? You have to know you can tell me anything.” A full minute passed before she spoke.

  “I don’t want you to give up on us. I haven’t. I refuse to.”

  The words touched him deeply. “I’m not and I won’t. That is a promise I’ll make to you. Just because we’re having problems doesn’t mean I’ll run into the arms of another woman. And just because you have concerns doesn’t mean you can act like a child. Am I clear?”

  A single nervous chuckle floated from her lips. “Yes, you are. I… all I can say is, I’m sorry. I want to let go of all the worry and fear.”

  “And it’ll take time. Tonight, we’re going to begin a new chapter. We’re going to fail at this, fall backwards, but the important thing is moving forward again and very much together. Do you want that?” He asked the question almost flippantly, but he needed to hear her answer, had to know her heart.

  Very slowly, Shannon lifted her head, her eyes bright and clear. “More than you know. I want us to be so… fabulous.”

  “Good. I’m glad to hear you say that. Now, go stand in the corner and we’re going to end this tonight. After this, we’ll discuss adding more spankings into our relationship. I know you’ve been craving them and I realize I’ve been remiss. No longer.” David looked away, his heart racing. He heard her sigh before walking toward the corner.

  David exhaled slowly and knew right now he was doing nothing more than winging it. He glanced around the space and finally decided on the kitchen table. The height was just right for her to lean over. As he walked toward the arrangement, the table and chairs nestled in the corner and smack in front of the bay window, he realized he was nervous as freaking hell. Not only was he going to whip her with a belt, but he’d selected to do so in front of a window of their home, in a sense, invading their privacy. There wasn’t a nosy neighbor close, but the very concept of being seen bordered on… What are you doing?

  He looked around at his lovely wife, the woman he’d craved more than any other in his life, and was honestly astounded at the reserved way she stood facing the corner, her nose to the wall. She was honoring him with this level of obedience, something he never thought she’d commit to, and he was floored. She needed respect, not some hot dog activity. Quickly closing the blinds, he grimaced and studied her actions.

  Shannon’s body was shaking, her right hand moving against her leg, but she remained silent, her nose pressed against the wall.

  Reverence and penance. Two words he’d realized were important to her, as well as punishment. She didn’t just crave being disciplined. Shannon longed for being punished, as if some innate need buried deep inside of her required a stronger hand. He was going to have to suck it up and give the woman he so desperately loved what she needed or he was going to lose her. It was that simple. “It’s time.”

  She turned slowly, the look on her face pensive. Her eyes darted back and forth, her lower lip quivering. “David… I…”

  “Shh. Come here. I know you’re sorry, but I really want you to understand why I’m so upset.”

  Nodding, she moved closer, her hands fidgeting. When she was just a few inches from him, she stopped and lowered her eyes.

  David eased a finger under her chin, lifting it gently. “I’m disappointed in you, but you need to remember, I’ll always love you. What troubles we’re having in our marriage aren’t just about you fighting the rules or about our arguments. I’ve been distant, as well as inaccessible when you need me. I promise you I’m going to make a solid effort to give you the guidance you need.”

  “I’d like that.”

  “But on the flip side, I need you to promise you’re not going to lie to me any longer and that you’ll at least try and talk with me every day, explaining your worries and frustrations. I know you’ve been very tense lately and that your work is just as stressful as mine. I think taking time to give you some stress relieving spankings might help. What do you think?” The article he’d read at least two months before filtered into the back of his mind.

  Shannon seemed surprised. “I think I’d like that. In fact, I think that would help me tackle the overload of emotions lately and I…” Her voice trailed off as she tried to move her head.

  He refused to let her out of his grasp. “And before you say it, doing this will bring us closer. I need the connection with you to improve, just like you do with me. Understood?”

  “Yes,” she whispered, a slight smile crossing her face.

  “Very good. Now, do you understand why I’m so upset about what happened?”

  “I lied to you, not just once but twice.”

  “Yes, but its more than that. You never drive recklessly. You never push real life rules and regulations in any manner. For you to do that means you’re on the edge, a dangerous emotional precipice and I’m worried the behavior is going to affect your job.” David could hear his voice was stern, but she needed to understand what she’d done was reprehensible.

  “The act came close to destroying our marriage. What I did certainly forced you to tear up the discipline contract.”

  Shaking his head, he brushed a stray strand of hair from her face. “And I was wrong. The decision was based on anger, not on what needed to happen. We’ll draw it up again, perhaps with making some changes or additions. Fair enough?”

  “Fair enough.”

  “Good.” He knew he was hesitating, fearful of inflicting pain. No matter how many times he’d spanked her, which was obviously not enough, he could barely handle the thought of issuing unnecessary anguish. But damn it, she needed to be punished. “Over the table and afterwards, I want you to go back to the corner and think again about what and why this happened and after that, I want you to write a thousand-word essay expressing your concerns about our marriage.” When she opened her mouth to rebut, he gave her a harsh look. “Then you’re going straight to bed. Am I clear?”

  Shannon hesitated, a look of anger flashing.

  “For that, you just earned yourself five more strikes. Now we’re up to twenty-five. Do you care to go for five more?”

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sp; “No, sir. I mean, yes, sir. I mean…” Shannon’s face flushed.

  “I understand what you mean.” He took her hand and walked toward the table. “Now, I’m going to help you feel better.” Easing her over the table, he kicked her legs apart and gingerly placed each hand on either side of the table, allowing her to grip the edge. Rubbing his hand down the length of her spine, the way she shuddered reminded him of needed due diligence. She was placing all her trust in him. “Good girl.”

  A single whimper escaped her mouth.

  David rubbed his fingers down the leather strap before folding the belt in two. For this, he needed absolute control of his reflexes. He took a step back as beads of sweat trickled down both sides of his face. As a disciplinarian, he sucked. Maybe he needed more training. Maybe you need a cat-scan for getting involved with this in the first place. Well, too late buddy. You’re here and she needs you. Grimacing, he patted her ass and took a step back.

  Shannon tensed as she gripped the edge tightly, her fingers turning white from the powerful hold. She pressed her face into the table and closed her eyes.

  The look wasn’t exactly serene, but she was resigned to what was going to happen. At that very moment, he garnered even more respect for her, for her strength and for the way she was humbled under his control. He flexed the belt and wiped the sweat from his brow. The second he issued the first strike and heard her moan, so strangled and full of anguish, he almost stopped. She needs this. She deserves this.

  Her cry was stifled as she kicked her legs out.

  “You’re doing very well. I want you to count these out for me. Concentrate on the numbers.”

  “Yes, sir.”

  Crack! Whoosh!

  “Two! Three!” Shannon jumped involuntarily. “Ooh.”

  David sucked in his breath and rubbed both ass cheeks. “Very proud of you.” Issuing four more, he stopped and had to take a step back as he studied the rising welts crisscrossing her tender skin.

  “Four. Five. Um six and seven.” Her whimpers were already drowning out the words.

  He was going to lose it. The hand spankings and using the paddle hadn’t prepared him for this. Growling, he glared down at the ugly belt and had to fight from pitching it to the floor. This he didn’t like at all. “Now, can you understand why I’m disappointed in you, why your behavior hurts both of us?”

  “Yes, sir.”

  Crack! Whoosh! Pop! Slap!

  “Eight! Nine! Ten! Eleven!” Shannon’s voice grew louder as she wiggled back and forth on the table, tears flowing from her eyes.

  David stumbled forward and wiped his eyes before tenderly rubbing her back. “I love you and will always love you. You’re my beautiful and talented wife. I will always protect you and care for you.”

  “I… know,” she managed, lifting her head to try and look at him.

  Walking to the side of the table, he bent down and kissed her tenderly on the lips. They had a long way to go before strengthening their marriage, but they could do it. They had to find a way. “Almost done.”

  “Yes, sir. I need them.”

  The words surprised him. “I know you do.” He spanked her several more times, feeling more confident in his technique and knew she was going to bruise, but perhaps the difficulty sitting would remind her for a day or so about being obedient. The realization he really did need her to obey him gave him additional fortitude to continue. And so, he did, every strike carefully placed, either hitting her sit spot or the tops of her thighs.

  “Twenty-two! Twenty… twenty-three…”

  Beads of sweat were rolling into his eyes. Blinking furiously, David realized his blood pressure was rising. He licked his lips several times and wasn’t even certain he could finish doling out the punishment. Why was this bothering him so much? “Two more. I can’t… I can’t tell you how proud of you I am.” The second he touched her ass, she jumped. Her moan drove a stake into his heart. For some reason, he was surprised at the level of heat on her skin. Her skin was scarlet in color, bruises already forming. If he stopped now, she would lose faith in him. “Two more.”

  Shannon nodded and winced as she clenched her ass muscles.

  Crack! Slap!

  “Ah! Twenty… twenty… twenty-four and five.”

  Fuck it! David hissed and with a shaky hand managed to place the belt on the counter. As she continued to cry, her face pressed against the table, he studied the worn leather, wondering if he’d ever be able to wear the damn thing again. Her continued cries jolted him back into the now. Very tenderly, he eased her off the table, gathering her into his arms. “I love you so much, so very much.” Tears sprung to his eyes as he kissed the top of her head, reeling from the entire moment.

  She clung to him, her hands fisting his shirt as she wept, the sobs growing louder and she gasped, her chest heaving.

  “It’s okay. You’re doing just fine. You’re okay and safe with me. You’re such a strong woman. I love you and I forgive you. Together we can work through anything.” He held her against his chest until she stopped sobbing and when she seemed calmer he eased back, placing both hands on either side of her face. Lowering his head, he licked the tears away, taking his time, before sliding his lips to her mouth.

  “God. I love you. I so love you,” she whispered, her eyes glazing with mist.

  “You make me crazy with desire.” His hunger off the charts, he could no longer see clearly. He’d just spanked her and now all he wanted to do was fuck her? There had to be something wrong with this.

  Moaning, Shannon wrapped her arms around his waist and tipped her head back, her lips parting. Her nipples were hard and the tears mixed with the glistening look of her skin.

  Dear God, she was absolutely breathtaking and he had to fuck her. David crushed her mouth, instantly pressing his tongue inside. For some reason, the taste of her was sweeter, the feel of her nearly perfect in his arms. He wanted nothing more than to protect her, love her. His cock ached with desire, longing to be inside. As the kiss turned into a manic roar, a powerful moment of absolute control, he could no longer hold back his need.

  She shifted back and forth, her belly sliding across his groin. As their tongues entwined, she managed to slip her hand between them, her fingers crawling down to his crotch. Cupping and squeezing his bulge, she purred as the kiss continued and rose onto her tiptoes.

  The offer was too much to resist. David allowed the heated passion to continue for only a few minutes more. A series of ragged emotions raced through him, coupling with pure ravaging need. He wasn’t going to be able to take no for an answer. Sliding one arm around her back, he broke the kiss and immediately pushed her back into a deep arc, the move lifting her breasts.

  “Oh, yes.” Shannon dangled her head, her hair spilling down as she closed her eyes, her hands gripping his arms.

  Grunting, he lowered his head, instantly engulfing one nipple as he cupped and squeezed the other breast, pinching the hard bud between his thumb and forefinger. A combination of salt from her perspiration and the tang of her natural skin was overwhelming. He bit down on her nipple until she cried out.

  “Mmm… oh… I…” Her voice strangled, she tossed her head back and forth as she dug her nails into his forearms.

  David moved to her other breast, sucking and biting as he squeezed her flesh, enjoying the way he was taking her, the near brutality of his actions. She didn’t mind. In fact, she wanted nothing more than to be fucked hard, taken in a way she craved, by a man who knew exactly what she wanted.

  “David. Oh, David,” Shannon breathed as she wiggled in his arms. Her nails tore at his skin and she pressed her pelvis forward, the hunger evident by the look of carnal need washing over her face. She was hot and ready.

  He dragged the tips of his fingers down her stomach to her pubis and the second he kicked her legs apart he slipped his fingers inside her pussy. “Fuck, you’re hot! Jesus.” She was on fire, her cunt muscles clenching around the invasion instantly. Thrusting in and out, he could barely conta
in his actions. He wanted to take her, fuck her like a wild animal.

  Shannon struggled in his arms, riding his finger, using her strong leg muscles to go up and down on his fingers until she was fucking herself. “Good. More. I want more.”

  He had never seen her like this, so wild and full of this level of passion. Flexing his fingers open, he allowed her to use his hand as a toy and with each hard pass swirled his thumb around her clit. David could tell he was driving her wild and his cock was pressing so hard against the tight confines of his pants he was aching, his body suffering. He had to be inside her soon.

  She opened her eyes and jerked up, giving him a look of sheer desperation and continued to ride his hand. The motions drove his fingers into her pussy until his knuckles were forced inside. “I need you.” Her voice breathless, she licked the sweat off the top of her lip and licked around his mouth, nipping his lower lip.

  “Sweet Jesus,” he was only able to say. There wasn’t a part of his body that wasn’t tingling, He allowed her to play a little longer, the grip of her hand getting tighter. Exhaling as she squeezed and stroked, he couldn’t believe how wet she was. “Do you want to come?”

  “Mmm. Yes, please, sir.”

  “Are you going to be a good girl?”

  “Maybe, sir.”

  He laughed, the sound floating between them. Pushing her back just slightly, he took control, driving his fingers into her cunt in deep, even drives, savoring the way her eyes glazed over, her breath ragged. “Hold it for me.”

  Shannon’s body quivered, her eyes opening and closing, and her eyelids fluttering. The look of raw ecstasy swept over her. “Please, I…”

  “Hold it like a good little girl or I’ll spank you again.”

  “Oh…” Wiggling and moaning, her body pitched back and forth, her cunt muscles clenching even more tightly around his fingers.

  In heaven, as well as pure agony, he watched as the climax built. She almost never came, could never let go enough. This was priceless. David waited a few more seconds until he could deny her no longer. “Come!”