I was reeking of nervousness as I arrived at my apartment. What have I done? Am I really ready for this? I was submitting my body to be used as a tool for pleasure, literally a sex toy. I know that a job relationship built on sex is bound to fail, but I intend to make the most of it while I can.

A large part of me felt guilty; this isn’t who I am. I know I am not a saint, but I never would have imagined becoming someone’s sex slave by consent. I have until tonight to change my mind, or I am stuck with that decision.

I don’t even know this man, except that he is cocky and controlling. I know nothing about Maxwell Blackwood. What if I just ruined my life with this very decision? What if I contracted a deadly disease or lost my life in the process? He made it clear that he would do whatever he pleased with my body, and that scares me.

I pushed the front door open after unlocking it and walked inside, immediately locking it. I froze immediately; something was wrong. There was a different scent in the house—not unfamiliar but different.

I took a step forward into the sitting room when a loud scream escaped my lips as I almost jumped out of my skin. "Holy freaking Mary!!"

"She is not here, just me!" Jennifer laughed as she stood up from the couch.

"You scared the life out of me; how did you get in here?" I screamed, holding my chest in panic.

"Hahaha, I still have one of these," she giggled, jingling the house keys in the air. Of course, she never dropped her spares with me after moving out; how did I not realize?

"What’s up, girl? You were acting all weird last night, and you didn’t return my calls this morning, so I thought I would come check up on you."

I sighed and tossed my handbag on the sofa. "You mean right after you asked me that very silly question?" I scoffed.

"Chill, babes. It was just all fun; what happened to you?"

"Uh-huh! Maybe my sense of humor is damaged, or maybe you shouldn’t be making a friend think of memories that hurt her. Forget about it; it is in the past now." I quickly waved the discussion off; I had more important things to deal with right now.

"OMG, you are really broken, girl. Where are you coming from, anyway?" She asked as her eyes searched for me, scrutinizing me from head to toe.

"I took the job," I said almost in a whisper, and I quickly headed for the bedroom.

"Huh?" I heard Jenny’s faint voice from the living room and then her footsteps as she followed me behind.

I got into my bedroom, and she followed immediately. "What job, Anna?" she queried.

"The position of Personal assistant to the CEO of Blackwood precious stones and jewelry is that job." I announced as I unbuttoned my shirt.

"What?" Jennifer gasped. "Isn’t he the same guy that asked to get into your pants first?"

"Correct," I muttered, with no remorse or reaction accompanying the word. I was already judging myself; I didn’t need judgment from my friend as well.

"Anna… You gave in to his request? That is absurd; you know you shouldn’t just give yourself to any man; word gets out real quick." She warned.

"Leave me to bother about that, Jen." I said in a whisper as I unhooked my bra and tossed it to the bed, breathing out in relief. Wearing that thing is so suffocating.

What was so special about my body anyway? I guess I should ask Mr. Blackwood. If he does not require every employee to suck his dick, then what makes me so special? I am gorgeous, right? But there are much prettier girls in this city with class; I am just a nobody.

My body, huh? The same body I had given to Jimmy on a platter ended up abusing me; he cheated on me for months, and I never knew. Even when I found out he didn’t have any regrets, it took him weeks to come and apologize. So who says I can't submit that same body to someone who has more to offer?

My deal with Mr. Blackwood leaves out emotions and feelings. I just happen to be his sex partner, and I get over ten thousand dollars monthly. That is worth it to me!

"Well, it is not totally a bad idea if you ask me; it just feels weird because I am the crazy friend. I think it's a double win for you anyway. You get a good job, and you are sleeping with a billionaire. I think that is every woman’s dream, so don’t be moody about it; be happy."

I paused halfway with the shirt hanging on my neck and turned to face her. I was surprised at how fast she switched from judging me to celebrating. Perhaps she was just being a good friend, except that she looked legit excited about the news.

"Really Jen? You think so?" I asked for confirmation.

"Of course! Who knows? He could even fall in love with you and ask you to marry him," she teased.

"Okay, now you are wild." I laughed. "I doubt he cares about me; he made it clear that he just wants my body. But the good news is that I finally have a good job; I don’t have to be his plaything forever, just long enough to have a good footing on my own." I replied.

I walked out of the bedroom and back into the living room, with Jennifer tailing behind like a fly. I grabbed my laptop and opened my email. The mail had arrived as expected; it was an online document, and so I uploaded my signature without caring to go through the details of the letter.

I was just excited to finally be employed. For what it's worth, this means a lot to me. Jennifer and I ended up in the kitchen shortly after, where we made lunch while she filled me in on gossip from last night.

For the first time in a few months, I wasn’t depressed, and that gladdened my heart. I could feel it in my heart that I was about to be genuinely happy again, and even though none of that made sense, I looked forward to it. They say you can't be unlucky for three hundred and sixty-five days; maybe my happy days were finally close.

Hours later, Jennifer and I were watching a movie when a knock sounded on the door. We looked at each other, almost tempted to ignore it like in the old days when we lived together.

"I will get it," Jenny said with a smile.

"No, I got it." I cut in and stood up immediately.

I rushed to the door, not wanting to miss any part of the movie. I opened the front door to meet someone I believe to be a mailman, and well, that cap gave him away at first sight.

Hello, can I help you?" I asked immediately with the door half open while staring back to catch a glimpse of the TV.

"Yes, I have this envelope and these keys for you," he announced, jiggling a bunch of keys in the air.

I stared at him in confusion; that was a car key—a Honda product, I could tell. "Um… Sorry, Mister, I think you have come to the wrong address." I said it immediately.

"No, I am quite sure that I am at the right place. Are you not Annabel Joseph?" he queried.

I nodded slowly, still puzzled as to why a car would be delivered to me. Was this a prank?

"Yes, I am Annabel Joseph, but I didn’t make an order for whatever that is." I said, pointing to the car keys.

"Well, this is the key to a brand new car parked right in front of this building," he said. My eyes followed his finger, and my jaw dropped when I saw the car. Who had sent me a car?

"I guess you would find answers to your questions in this letter, ma’am." The delivery guy added it and handed the envelope to me.

I tore open the envelope immediately and saw a large MB signature. I knew I had seen it somewhere before, and then it struck my mind. "Maxwell Blackwood!!"

"Oh my God!" I screamed in shock as I read the letter. It was indeed from Mr. Blackwood; he had informed me in the letter that all employees of the company get a car for work every year. I couldn’t believe my eyes.

My scream drew Jenny’s attention, and she joined me at the door. This has to be a trick; how is this possible? A car?

After accepting the key from the delivery guy, I grabbed my cell phone and dialed Mr. Blackwood. He didn’t pick up the first time, so I had to call again.

"Was the letter not sufficient information?" His deep voice rang from the other end as soon as he took the call.

"So it was really you?" I queried.

"Per company rules, yes, Miss Ann. Your two months’ salary has also been paid upfront to your account as requested; the financial team will send you an email for confirmation soon. Now if you don’t mind, some of us have our evenings to get back to." He blurted and ended the call.

"Rude, but sweet!" Jennifer exclaimed as she overheard our conversation over the phone. "I think I like him already; congratulations, Anna; you have finally gotten it all." She exclaimed.

I didn’t catch most of what she said afterwards; I was too excited to think straight. Was this the beginning of something good in my life, or have I made the worst decision of my life?

Only if I knew how that one decision was going to change my life drastically. Meeting Mr. Blackwood was the beginning of a change in my life, and things were never going to be the same again!

I stood in front of the mirror, taking one last look at myself before I left for my first day of work. I was wearing a black pencil skirt that reached my knee, but it had a split up to my thigh on one side. I paired it with a white button-down blouse and a black blazer. I wanted to look professional but also stylish, and I thought this outfit was the perfect balance.

Well, technically, I had prepared this attire for my first day of work a long time ago; let's say I have been waiting patiently for this day for a very long time. Annabel Joseph, an employee of a big company. I always envisioned this day, except that those visions died a few months ago when it dawned on me that I could never have it.

I added a touch of femininity with a pair of silver earrings and a necklace with a small diamond pendant. I also wore a pair of black pumps with a low heel. I didn't want to wear anything too high, as I didn't want to be uncomfortable all day.

I took a deep breath and turned away from the mirror. As much as today scared the snot out of me, I knew within me that I was ready for this. I had been working hard for this moment for months, and I wasn't going to let anything ruin it. I grabbed my handbag and headed for the door, feeling like some top-class secret agent.

Just as I opened the front door and walked out, I ran into Mr. Jordan. A smile graced my face, splitting my lips and making the muscles in my cheeks contract.

"Oh, Mr. Jordan, I wasn’t expecting you this morning." I said, holding back the smirk that was eager to be rubbed on his face.

"I made it clear that you had two days to pay your rent; it is Monday, so I have come to throw you out," he said in his mean, crooked voice. "So tell me, Ann, are you ready to move out or willing to make a compromise?"

I chuckled softly and took off my dark shades slowly, like a sophisticated, posh, classy lady. "Mr. Jordan, neither of those options would be necessary because, as it stands, I went to the bank this morning and paid off my debt and rent for the coming months. I have a bank teller here to prove it."

I could see the look of doubt on his face as I dipped my hand into my handbag in search of the teller, and before long, I flipped out the pink paper and handed it to him.

"This better not be a joke, girl." He sounded annoyed as he slowly took it from me.

His eyes glazed over the teller, and he slowly looked up at me. As if not certain that he saw right, he took another glance at the teller, and then he looked up. He was speechless; his mouth was open, but no words came out.

If he wasn’t still my landlord, I really wanted to tell him to his face that he was an ugly pedophile and deserved a life of suffering, but I was saving that for some other time.

"It was nice having you around, Mr. Jordan, but I gotta run," I taunted with a satisfying grin on my face as I took the teller right off his hands and walked past him.

I didn’t look back while walking, but I could tell that he turned around and watched me leave. He must be shocked at how I put together the money in less than his proposed two days. He probably thought I would be ready to spread my legs for him when he returned today.

As I got to the brand new car waiting for me in front of the yard, I got in and then turned to face Mr. Jordan, hitting him with the best smile I could conjure. Shock was written all over his face, and I couldn't help but wonder about the turmoil going through his mind right now.

It is a good thing I learned how to drive back in college, and I also have a driver’s license. There was nothing stopping me; for the first time in my life, everything seemed perfect. And yet someone says money doesn’t bring happiness. Look how my life changed completely in just a weekend! Only money can do this!

**

The receptionist had shown me around the company—at least the places that she believed I needed to know. She informed me that further instructions would come from the boss, but where was he? No one in the office had set eyes on Mr. Blackwood today.

I soon settled into my new office, getting acquainted with the surroundings and the technology. I might have made a little rearrangement as I was allergic to sunflowers and they had those at the desk.

I have not handled such an expensive model of computer in my life, so I took my time to navigate my way through it. I was super excited for the first few hours, but little did I know that my day was about to get dramatic real quick.

The boss had arrived! Mr. Blackwood was not only in office; he had sent for me!

My heart raced as I approached the CEO’s office, which happened to be on the same block and floor as mine. I swallowed hard before knocking on the door.

"Come in," that cold voice instructed from the inside. He sounded nonchalant, and that gave me the usual chills.

I pushed the door open and walked in. He was just taking off his suit jacket when I walked in, and even though he was still fully clothed, I looked away.

"Good morning, Mr. Blackwood," I said immediately.

"The name is Maxwell," he replied sharply, taking a seat at his desk. "How are you settling in, Miss Ann?" he asked in a voice devoid of emotion.

My father always said, "Fear the man who hides his feelings behind a poker face, for his capabilities know no bounds." It sounds better in Italian.

"Great, one of the staff showed me the ropes, and I think I have got it under control," I replied, my eyes tracing his large arms up to his chest. Good lord, he was ripped! This man probably hits the gym three times a week, because what is this build?

"Glad to hear that; we have work to do, and I expect you to pick up as soon as possible. I will send the schedule to your mailbox shortly, as well as my activities for the month. I want it properly organized and sent back. You are my assistant, and you know your work description. I expect you to be reliable, or you would be getting replaced in a blink of an eye." He warned.

"Copy that, Sir," I muttered.

He looked up at me and smiled, "Good... You may leave then."

I sighed in relief and turned around, quickly heading to the door. Maybe I rejoiced too early, because as soon as I got to the door, he called my name.

"Wait!" he instructed, and I froze. My heart paced with the speed of light, and I turned around to face him.

Mr. Blackwood dropped the pen in his hand and stood up. He started to walk slowly towards me, and I could tell his eyes were fixed on my exposed thighs—the split in my skirt! Oh no, he cannot be thinking what I think he is thinking! It is too soon!

Was he going to do it here in the office? Is he going to me right here in his office? My heart raced, and I held the wall beside the door, moving back slowly. What should I do?

My heart began to race as Mr. Blackwood approached me, with those piercing fiery eyes that burnt through my skin with the heat of hell. With a little space between us, he paused and his eyes were locked on mine. I think it was at that moment that the real weight of my decision dawned on me, the shadow of my thoughts hung over me. He slowly placed his hand under my jaw and made me look up at him, my heart stopped and I froze.

His cologne hit me; it smelt so good, more like expensive. I didn’t want to look into his eyes any longer than I had already done, but he was still holding up my jaw. “Sir…” I stuttered, not knowing what to say.

I knew I couldn’t refuse him, as per the agreement that we had. With his left hand, he began to unhook his neck tie and my heart skipped a few beats. Why was he loosening his tie?

I wanted to step back but my back was against the wall already, the silence didn’t make things any easier, the way he stared at me, his fingers slowly traced the line from my jaw up my face and with the back of his index second finger, he gently brushed something off the corner of my lips.

He raised it to my face, it was sauce from my breakfast which I had at the office a while ago. He poked the finger into his mouth to my awe and licked off the sauce. “Hmm…” he hummed with wide eyes and stared at his fingers, wearing a look of surprise on his face, and then he faced me.

“You realize that you are the assistant to a CEO of a prestigious firm like our own, don’t you? I would suggest that next time, you keep your food in your mouth, Miss Owl.” He said coldly and my heart trembled.

I nodded nervously. “Yes Sir, I am sorry about that.” I would say anything to get a breather from this guy at the moment; he was making me so nervous right now.

As he took a step backward, I let go of a breath that I didn’t know I was holding until now. I was further relieved when he turned his back to me and headed for his desk.

“Where did you get your food, Ann?” he asked as he walked away, his shoulders high and his tone nonchalant. At least he used my real name this time.

“What do you think? I make it myself, I couldn’t possibly afford fast food right now.” I huffed.

He turned to face me, sitting back at the office table with what I think was a little smile on his face. “You make good food, I didn’t think you would be better at something than making threats.” He chuckled. “Bring me some of your home made lunch tomorrow, Ann.” He added.

I nodded hesitantly with a little scoff. Really? Make him lunch? That wasn’t even in my job description. Maybe I should have argued, but I didn’t… I just wanted to be out of his sight as soon as possible as it felt so tense being under his scrutiny.

Quickly, I turned around and grabbed the door handle. I didn’t even remember if I had to pull or push, but somehow I made it out. “Bastard,” I cursed under my breath as I walked down the hallway.

** ** **

Mr. Blackwood chuckled as he watched her make her way out of the office, reeking of fear and discomfort. For some weird reason, he found pleasure in making her nervous. It felt good to humble her like that, because as far he was concerned, that girl had a tongue on her.

As the CEO stood up from the table and walked back to his office chair, he couldn’t help but wonder. Why did he pick interest in this one girl? There are so many girls, begging to be a part of his life, both from his past and present, eager to do his very command. Anna was not the first girl he had put in that spot, it pleased him to toy with women and fulfill each of his sexual fantasies with them.

Maxwell didn’t care about any of the ladies, he wasn’t desperate to keep or have them because he knew there was always a replacement. But with Anna, things were a bit different, she didn't even want him like the other women who desired him and yet Maxwell Blackwood was so intrigued by her, it is an understatement to say that he craves her, from the first day the CEO had set eyes on her. He just wanted to do wild things to her, on the bed, the couch, the office table, even in my personal sex chambers. It felt like she had warped his mind from the moment she turned down his offer and even threatened physical violence against him. But why does he lust for her this much?

Was it because of her face? Yes, Annabel was a pretty young woman, with those large round eyes that beckoned unto him, but Maxwell had seen prettier faces. Was it her Titties? Yes, the CEO was a sucker for boobs but she is not the first woman with nice perky looking boobs that he has come across, in fact he had seen better in his few years as an adult. It just makes no sense why he craves her this much, why he so desperately wanted to see her on her knees, worshiping his seven inch cock with her hands and tongue.

There is just this thing about her that had left him curious, left him eager to know more, and explore her further. It is a surprise that he hasn’t bent her over yet, even though it is what every drop of blood in his body was telling him to do. He had to put up so much restraint when she was around, but good lord, the things he would do to her.

As the CEO rolled his chair around unconsciously, he couldn’t begin to imagine the evil things he would do to her. Call him sick, but Maxwell Blackwood could not wait to fill her pretty holes with his cum, all three of them. He looked forward to watching her plead and beg him to stop while he goes harder on her. He wanted to hear her scream, or at least mumble out words with teary eyes when he pushed his shaft down her throat; the thought of it alone made his impatient third leg kick so hard. But the CEO was not going to rush into anything, he was going to take his time to enjoy it or just like the ladies before Ann, he might get bored of her too easily.

The CEO’s troubling thoughts were disrupted by the untimely arrival of his personal Secretary. She didn’t knock on the door, but then Anna had left it wide open and he hadn’t noticed until now. What does Megan want? And what is with the frown on her face?