Author's Notes: Damn I leave for the night to go to my in-law's house for dinner and I come back and all this awesome stuff has updated! Always wonderful to see. I had a good night. My sister-in-law? I guess that's what you'd call her anyways. She's my wife's brother's wife is expecting. So we're all rather excited. I was even able to get this written when I got home from dinner with the family. Admittedly though now I'm feeling like a lazy ass because there is a ton of housework to do and I've been completely ignoring it in favor of other more passive adventures online. Oh well. THIS ONE GETS HOT AND HEAVY PEEPS! We're starting to get into some of the heavier stuff here! YOU'VE BEEN WARNED!

Chapter 10:

"It seems the place to go is out to the gardens. They're blooming right now apparently." Julia explained having overheard others talking about walking out there later. Alex nodded following a step behind her as Elliot and Olivia now hooked by their leashes followed them. Instead of having them hooked to their belt loops both women kept the leads in their hands.

Julia led them down the large carpeted staircase and out the front door trying to figure out what way to go. Finally glancing to the left she saw a large hedge. "There it is. You'll have to forgive me Alexandra this is my first time here."

"I understand. I'm sure we'll find our way around." Alex smiled at her watching as she pushed open the wrought iron gate and stepped inside. She followed quickly looking around at all the tropical flora and fauna that was growing in a very eye catching fashion. "This is beautiful. "

"It is. It's very lovely." Julia looked around pleased. "Let's go for a walk and see what we can find. I heard a lot of the others were out here exploring their new surroundings."

As they walked not much was said outside of admiring the patterns of the flowers, the fountains, and the statues. When they rounded a corner they were met with the first truly erotic sight since they'd been here. A beautiful girl with large blue eyes and long reddish blonde hair was unclothed in front of them. A large man with what looked like a cat o nine tails was whipping her. Her body moved each time the leather struck it left a large red welt on her thighs or buttocks. She made very soft little noises but otherwise kept quiet by biting at her lip and squeezing her eyes shut. Tears had obviously been pouring down her pretty pink cheeks but at the moment she appeared to be all right. Alex sucked in a breathe remembering well what it felt like to be in her position. Julia didn't say a word instead turning them down another path to avoid the sight since they hadn't been seen.

Olivia glanced back unable to help herself. Suddenly she wondered what it would be like to be in the girl's position with Alex doing that to her. She felt her lower half clench in pleasure at the thought. That was a strange thing for her. She'd never thought anything about this sort of relationship but she was beginning to see the appeal of it. It was nice to be given such affection by Alex and fed from her hand like a prized possession. It felt good to feel so wanted and cared for. She looked at Alex's back keeping her chin lowered and smiled slightly as they continued to walk along.

"I love this fountain." Julia remarked as they stopped near what appeared to be the center of the gardens looking up at the large stone fountain with a beautiful mermaid carved into the white stone.

"It's beautiful." Alex murmured appreciatively looking around. She noticed a doorway through the hedge and pointed at it. "What's through there?" She wondered aloud.

"That would be the Bridle Path." A woman's soft voice answered. She was a redhead like Julia with pretty almond shaped eyes that were a deep brown. "Surely you've put your pet on a Bridle Path before?' She asked.

Julia turned looking at her. "I'm sorry. I don't think we've met yet. I'm Lady Julia and this is Lady Alexandra." She knew she was being a bit rude but she knew what the Bridle Path was and she worried what Alex's response would be when she found out exactly what it was used for.

"Forgive me. I'm Lady Alondra. It's wonderful to meet your acquaintance."

"And yours. And to answer your question Lady Alondra. I've never put my pet on a Bridle Path before." Alex replied.

"That's a shame. She has such lovely strong legs. Surely she could run beautifully."

Alex nodded as the woman looked at Julia. "It was wonderful to meet you both. I hope I will see you both at dinner. If you'll excuse me."

Julia gave a small nod of her head which Alex followed suit with as the woman stepped away and disappeared down another path. Julia sighed looking at Alex. "I think she was offended."

"By what I said?"

"No by the fact that you didn't respond to her bait. Supposedly tomorrow there is going to be a competition. I think she was hoping for a challenge from you."

Alex sighed softly and glanced at Olivia. "Mistress Julia?" Olivia asked softly.

"Yes?" She responded.

"May I ask a question?"

"You already did but you may ask another." Julia responded easily knowing how to respond to questions directed at her by a submissive.

"What exactly is the Bridle Path?" She asked.

"It's….well it's made for horses originally. In this setting though it will be used for ponies. Human ponies. They're meant to pull carriages at a fast pace for their masters' enjoyment." She explained. She glanced at Elliot seeing his wide eyed look. "Don't worry yourselves over it. Everything will be fine." She added softly gently sliding her hand along Elliot's shoulder and giving it a gentle squeeze.

They continued to walk Olivia and Elliot both concerned over this human pony business as they moved through the gardens once again making sure to take a different path then the one Lady Alondra had gone down. The made a sharp turn and came upon an opening once again this time the sight that greeted them was completely different than the last. A beautiful boy was on his knees in front of a strong looking man. The boy was thin and pale in a more china doll like way with a head full of brown curls. The boy's full lips were wrapped tightly around the large man's straining arousal. His bottom lip glistened in the sunlight as he worked, his cheeks hollowing as he swallowed. Alex tried to blush at the sight knowing it was going to occur but not making it any easier. Julia turned her head slightly to say something to Alex when she was interrupted.

"Lady Julia is that you?" The large man spoke. His green eyes glanced up catching sight of her. He reached up pushing a lock of brown hair away from his glasses as he shifted them into place slightly.

"Indeed it is Sir William. How are you this afternoon?" She asked as she turned back to him never once seeming embarrassed or upset by what was taking place in front of her.

"I'm well." His voice lowered a bit on the last syllable as he spoke. "It's wonderful to see you my dear. We've been missing you around here. I was ecstatic when Lord Drachir told me you were planning to return to us."

"Yes well. I had a lot going on when I left but it's all sorted now and I'm ready to give my full attention back to Decandence."

"Are you planning on taking back over?"

"No. I'm only here as a patron and that's all I will remain." She smiled at him and he nodded seemingly satisfied with her answer.

"If you'll excuse us Sir William, my pet gets anxious without his exercise."

"Of course dear, find me at dinner. I would love to sit near you so we may talk."

"As you wish Sir." Julia gave a slight bow of her head never lowering her eyes.

She turned leading them away, deeper into the thick gardens.

"I'm glad you were able to handle that Julia." Alex murmured. Julia glanced over seeing Alex's red cheeks.

"That's not the worst of what you'll see here. You'd best get used to it. Don't let your poker face drop Alexandra. Not here. It's dangerous. " Julia said softly.

"I'll try and remember that next time that happens. It just took me by surprise." Alex said softly resisting the urge to apologize.

"I know. It's all right. Just be prepared for next time." Julia turned them away continuing their walk.

Alex changed into her cocktail dress later that night. It was red with a sweetheart neckline similar to the one she'd wore on a date with Trevor Langan all those years ago. Only this one was red silk and shined slightly when the light hit it the way only silk could. She slid her red pumps onto her feet standing up and moving into the bedroom where she knew Olivia was changing. "Olivia are you decent?"

"As decent as I'm going to get in this sort of thing." Olivia called back.

Alex took a step out and felt her breath catch in her throat. Olivia was wearing a peach colored tank top that closed with hooks and eyes in a faux corset style. The straps were thick enough to allow for the wearer to wear a bra underneath but it had padded cups in it so it wasn't really required. She was wearing a very short deep grey skirt that barely covered the essentials. She had left her legs bare and instead wore the boots that seemed to be required since they reached her knee. Her collar stood out in contrast to the boots. It was a simple affair much like the one Julia had on Elliot. It was much thinner and lighter looking but she'd put a small diamond accent on it to make it prettier figuring it would be strange to have a collar that matched Julia's so clearly. The little diamond cut in the shape of a tear drop rested in the hollow of Olivia's throat bringing her collar bones out beautifully.

"Do I look okay?" Olivia asked bringing Alex's attention from her body to her face.

Alex blinked, "Huh?" She asked not quite picking up what Olivia said.

Olivia smiled, "I asked if I looked okay?"

"Yeah. Yeah you look great." Alex responded reaching up to tug on a curl nervously. "Do you mind helping me put on my pearl necklace? The clasp is hard to get on my own."

"Sure. Is it in the bathroom?" Olivia asked already moving in that direction to get it.

"Yes it's right there in my jewelry bag." She walked into the bathroom standing in front of Olivia to give her access to her throat. "Thank you. I appreciate it."

"No problem." Olivia answered with a soft smile decorating her pretty face. Alex took a breath, 'Are you ready?"

"As ready as I'll ever be."

"Okay. Let's go and get Julia and Elliot and then we can go down to dinner. I don't want to go without them."

Julia opened the door to her bedroom smiling as she Alex and Olivia standing on the other side. "You look lovely Alexandra. So does you little pet."

"Thank you Julia. You look beautiful as well. The blue really brings out your eyes." Julia smiled as she stepped out. She like Alex was wearing a beautiful blue cocktail dress. But her dress was cut more in the design of a cheongsam. It even had a large dragon done in silver, red, and gold on the back. It was the only design on the dress other than the oriental styled ties up the front.

She stepped out bringing Elliot with her. He was wearing a pair of boy shorts similar to those that the other boys had been wearing and a tight black t-shirt. His boots were more like combat boots than Olivia's but they too were present on his feet. "I think we're ready to go. Let's get down to the dining room."

Author's Ending Notes: Dinner shall surely be a fun affair best saved for the next chapter...yeah I'm an asshole...I know...it's okay. Review please?