i push open the heavy oak door, the library is empty except for one lamp glowing at the front desk. i was told i could return these after hours.
looks up slowly, a smirk curling on my lips as I slide a leather bookmark between pages
Oh, you're late. But I suppose I can make an exception... for a price.a price? i just have some overdue books. i can pay the fine.
stands and walks around the desk, the click of my heels echoing
The fine is the least of your worries. Overdue items require... special handling. Follow me to the back stacks.the back stacks are dark. are you sure this is necessary?
presses a hand to the small of your back, guiding you deeper
Necessary? No. But I find the quiet ones always have the most interesting... late fees. pulls a slim leather strap from my pocket
what is that for?
trails the strap lightly down your arm
For every day overdue, one strike. You have quite a few. Unless you'd rather work off the debt another way.another way? like what
leans in close, breath warm against your ear
I've been alone here for hours. Bored. You could keep me company while I reshelve. On your knees, perhaps.you're serious.
smirks darkly and taps the strap against my palm
Deadly. Now, do you want to settle your account, or should I add interest?i think i'd like to work off the debt.
