Chapter 2

When I arrived Brian was at the entrance waiting for me. he was dressed in his own version of the masquerade attire. Not nearly as elegant as mine but a man in a tuxedo anytime was indeed sexy. Eyes focused, heads turned, and I of all people was the center of everyone’s attraction. Brian took my hand and escorted me in where the room opened to a grand ballroom. The place was filled with exotic costumes, beautiful women, and the feel of electricity was in the air. I was in heaven as he paraded me through the crowd and for once in my life I felt like I was someone special. Once centered in the room we danced among the rich and powerful. I had men leer at me with what could only be lust and women with envy. Brian was a man that knew how to whisk a woman off her feet and I was in my glory.

During the next hour we would be interrupted as men wished to have a dance with me. Brian was gentleman enough to allow them but was never out of sight keeping me feeling safe. As I danced I was asked many questions but the most common was if I was contributing with an amusement of choice or as a random act of possibilities. I didn’t understand what was meant but chose to select my words carefully and simply stated I guess when the time comes we will both know. It seemed to get a rise out of them and sparked a curiosity inside of me. when I was reunited with Brian I asked if he could better explain the events that would take place later in the evening.

“Stephanie, the ball is made up of a series of events that all help those in need. All money raised through various events will go towards things like after school programs, veteran’s affairs, and feeding those with limited income. Last year we raised over four hundred thousand dollars. This year we adopted two new events, one being the blind auction. The other will not affect you as it is for selected members only to participate it. the blind auction is when the women, you will be included in this and I will take you there as we talk, choose to either offer a service in writing that will cater to the men bidding or choose to enter your name where a random act will be selected with a random name. the woman’s name chosen will be handed her amusement and that is what she will be responsible for, no questions or hesitations. It might sound a little personal and you might not want to be part of it but it is how we do things here. I want you to feel comfortable and know that you are here because I enjoy your company but if you decide this is not for you my driver will graciously drive you home”.

I was not going home. I didn’t get all this together to be scared away by some silly game they played. What could be the worst they could hope for anyway? I asked Brian as we were outside the area where women were seated making out their choices for the evening what exactly were “amusements” and when he described a summary of things it could be my jaw dropped. Everything, and I mean every little bit of information he described were a form of a sexual act. When he said most of the women offered blowjobs and would add a little something extra like wearing it instead of swallowing I was in total disbelief. When he said I could take my chances on the luck of a mystery envelope but it might mean going more and possibly to more than one I almost fainted.

We sat outside the room and a woman approached us. She was beyond beautiful and her gown was made to fit. She asked if I was okay, I looked a little rattled. Brian introduced me as his incredible lady and I was flattered. He continued with his wanting to be the envy of all and that was why he was proud she would be on his arm tonight during the gala. Once again he had my heart beating faster, no man has ever said such wonderful things about me before. She had an amazing smile and asked if I would stand so she could admire my gown. I did and turned to show off what I thought was the best feature, the back and she agreed that nobody could ever wear it as well as I had. You will fetch a handsome bid tonight my dear, she said in all seriousness. When the men see you they will fight to know you are their prize. Tell me sweetie, are you offering your own private amusement or will you be as daring as to get the men to go above and beyond in bidding to have you in the unknown? She was so calm when talking about it and I asked Brian if I could have a moment alone with her.

“My name is Stephanie and until a few minutes ago I wasn’t aware of any of this. Brian could have told me but I guess that would have broken some code or something. Truthfully I don’t know if I could or want to participate but I don’t want to leave either, I love the atmosphere and I love being able to be surrounded with such beautiful people. I am not a cold fish, but I’ve never offered anything like this before. You speak about it so freely and easily, could it be me and not the event? Please, I’m asking as a woman that has more uncertainty that ever, how do I deal with a monumental decision like this? How is it everyone around is okay with selling themselves to the highest bidder”?

“My sweet child. Nobody here is selling anything. The ball is used to raise money for some very needful causes. I myself have been an active part for almost ten years. It’s not as much what you do, it’s what the foundation can do with what your contribution has raised. I can see you’re uncomfortable with allowing a strange man to see you in a less than glamorous way, but it is the way things work. I am here with my husband of fifteen years and he is well aware that I am entered under my name, well my username of Cuddles. Real names are not advised sweetie. If I was to give you a name it would be Enchantress of the night. You are a remarkable looking woman. I know, as does he I could be matched with any number of situations from a passionate affair with another woman to a playful act with a small room of overly stimulated men, it’s always a risk but it raises the highest bids and a night of surprises is good for the body. You may even have the bid go to my husband and I hope it does, you will be a beautiful closing of the night for him.

I guess it comes down to priorities and principles my dear. Can you sacrifice one night knowing it may feed a family of four for a week, a month? Can you set aside your uptight values to purchase a prosthetic for a veteran? It’s all in perception sweetie. Nobody will fault you should you decide not to be a part of us, but you will not be seen as a true giver among us if you don’t. No pressure Stephanie but if I looked like you I would go for the unknown but whisper to the auctioneer before he starts that you will only be as grand as the bid itself. Truth sweetie, if you expose yourself to them during the ball as a woman of mystery and keep them guessing with your body in that amazing gown, not a woman here would stand a chance. Trust in yourself Stephanie and just let the rest be a night be one of enjoyment. Have Brian take you to the ballroom and enter the dance of passion, show the room why he brought you here, show them why you deserve to be here”.

She left me thinking. This was insane, a charity that offers sex as a reward. I looked back in the room and a girl about my age was walking out. her gown was just as beautiful as mine and I asked her if we could speak in private.

“My name is Steph; this is my first ball and I am nervous because until a few minutes ago I didn’t know how the events worked. I need someone to just tell it like it is. I am stuck not knowing what to do. Is it asking to much for you to put it out there in black and white? Can you tell me what you chose and why”?

“Hello, I am the Damsel in Distress. It is better you use a name that describes you rather than your own. Here everyone prefers it to protect our privacy. I seen you walk in with Brian; the room was captivated with you from the start. Let’s talk over here, I think I understand your situation.

Last year was my first ball and even though I knew before the event what my obligations would be it was still not an easy thing to go through with. My boyfriend has been associated with this group since childhood so when he asked me and explained it to me I was feeling the same butterflies you are. To put it as simple as possible, the women offer themselves for one night of unpredictable situations. To give you an idea I chose to offer an amusement. The men will hear my offer but not know who has submitted it and they bid accordingly. Not that it is proper to speak of what our choices are but I think you need to hear it as blunt as possible. My amusement will fetch a hefty sum as I am offering myself unconditionally to two men at once. I have done this in the past and enjoy the overwhelming presence of two men inside of me. tonight I will enjoy the amusement and I will know I had made my contribution proudly. Have you had time to decide how you will word your participation? They say the more powerful you structure your offering the higher the bids will go”?