It’s the longest three seconds you’ve ever lived, watching me watch you as you crawl towards me, my unflinching gaze sliding over the smooth, almost feline roll of your body. By the time you reach my calves you feel naked. You certainly feel ridiculous in your office clothes, but you can somehow tell by my gaze that I’m unfazed.
You’ve reached my lap and are starting to hesitate. I can see it on you, staring at me from all fours.
“Up,” I say and gesture for you to sit back.
Only then do I lean forward and instead of grasping your chin again, you feel my knuckles graze your cheek and the warmest smile spreads across my face – you feel as if the sun has risen on your skin.
“You’re just about the most beautiful thing I’ve seen all day.”
Your heart stops at the declaration.
“Come,” I say, “sit here with me.” I’m gesturing at the spot on the floor next to my feet, making it clear where you’re expected, and where you’re not.