Total pages in book: 56
Estimated words: 53081 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 265(@200wpm)___ 212(@250wpm)___ 177(@300wpm)
Estimated words: 53081 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 265(@200wpm)___ 212(@250wpm)___ 177(@300wpm)
“You would trust me that much?”
“Yes, Little Fish. You’re one of us now. I know that’s heavy, and it happened fast, but I promise you’re going to love my teammates and their Littles.”
Isla leaned into Caesar, letting him support more of her weight. It felt bigger than that. It wasn’t just the weight she gave him. She also gave him a bigger piece of her trust.
When she brought her thumb to her mouth and closed her eyes, his heart lurched in his chest.
Chapter Seven
Isla’s eyes grew heavier by the moment as she was lulled by the rocking of the chair and the way her Daddy was rhythmically patting her bottom. She was exhausted from all the energy she’d expended when she’d doubted him and everything she’d learned since then. Her mind was overloaded, but the sweet sound of music drifting softly from somewhere helped soothe her as well.
He kissed her head and finally broke the silence. “Will you stay here with me, Little Fish? I can’t stand the idea of sleeping without you.”
She thought about it and nodded. There was no way she felt like putting her clothes back on and heading back to her own hotel room. Besides, it would be lonely, and she would miss him. “What about Nado? He’s in my room.”
“How about if you go potty, brush your teeth, and climb into bed while I run downstairs and get him? I even have a new toothbrush you can use.”
“Will you get my phone charger, too?”
“I sure will. Anything else you need? How would you feel if I bring all your things up here and you can stay with me. I’ll sleep easier knowing that you’re safe.”
“Do you really think I’m in trouble?”
“Maybe I’m just overprotective. Or I could just want you close to me,” Caesar said.
“Mmm. Maybe that would be a good idea. I don’t have anything to wear in the morning.”
He nodded toward the dresser across the room. “It just so happens I have clothes for you, too, Little Fish.”
She gasped and twisted to look at him more directly. “You bought me clothes?”
“Yep, for when you feel like being Little. I bet you didn’t bring anything like that with you on vacation.”
She shook her head, dumbfounded. “No. I don’t even own clothes for being Little. I didn’t know people were Little in real life until I got here. What do Littles wear?”
“All sorts of things. Whatever makes them feel comfortable in their skin. Some Littles like to try different ages on different days. Some prefer a certain age range and stick with it.”
“Any age?” she asked, her expression incredulous.
“Yep. I took a guess and went for clothes an adult who prefers the age of about five might wear—in your size, of course.”
She turned to look at the dresser, her curiosity piqued. She’d been nearly asleep a few minutes ago. Now, she was wide awake. “Can I see them?”
“How about you explore the drawers tomorrow? It’s getting late, and you’re very tired.”
“I’m not so tired anymore,” she pointed out, still staring at the drawers.
He chuckled. “Would you like to sleep in Daddy’s T-shirt? Or would you like Daddy to find you some jammies?”
“Mmm." She bit into her bottom lip as she thought about his question. On the one hand, she liked wearing his shirt. It was so soft, and it smelled like him. On the other hand, she really wanted to see what sort of jammies he’d purchased for her. “Jammies, I think.”
Caesar lifted her to her feet, rose behind her, and took her hand. “Let’s see what we can find.” After leading her to the drawers, he opened the second one and pulled out a soft blue cotton set. The pale blue was covered with tiny fishes. There was a shirt and shorts.
When he held them up, she couldn’t keep from clapping her hands together. “How fun. I love them!”
“I’m so glad. Let’s see how they fit.” He whisked his T-shirt over her head so fast she didn’t have time to ponder her nudity before she stood before him, completely naked. He’d already seen every inch of her, tasted her, and been inside her… But this was different.
Isla felt very Little as he helped her step into the shorts before pulling the shirt over her head. He even pulled her hair out from the collar. “So pretty.” She threw her arms around him. “Thank you, Daddy.”
“You’re so welcome, Little Fish.” He lifted her off the floor, settled her on his hip, and carried her out of the playroom.
Isla looked over his shoulder. She kind of loved that room already. It was so soothing and inviting. She wished she could stay in it forever and ever.
Daddy carried her to the master bathroom and stood her on her feet. “Potty. Teeth. Bed. I’ll be back in a few minutes. Don’t leave the apartment, understood?”