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specific someone.”
    I looked up at her , and ran my hands through my hair. Shifting in my chair, I turned back and forth. “Yeah it does, and it is bothering the fuck out of me. She’s got me off my game.”
    “Well, I don’t know what to tell you about your game there , hot shot, but if you like her, try and get to know her better, specifically out of here.”
    “If only it was that easy. Honestly, Chloe, without trying to sound like a pussy, she makes me feel something that I haven’t felt since April died. I’d spent years building the walls and just being me, and now…” I trailed off as Lucas barreled through the office door.
    “Hey , man,” I said, as I watched him cross the office. “Everything all right?”
    “Yes, everything is fine. How are the preparations for tonight? Are you still holding the training session?” Lucas sat back in his chair and angled it toward me. I could tell there was some tension between Chloe and him, which explained the out of protocol on her part.
    “Everything is good. Devlin is installing the scanner as we speak. He’s also brought in some more guys to help with security. All dungeon Masters are on and , yes, I am still holding the training session. I am going to have the subs running drinks, clean up for members only. Nothing too much, but let them see how things run. This way, I can watch them and also watch the floor.”
    “Good. Well then , I’ll go check on Devlin’s progress with the scanner, and check the orders. Background checks okay?” He rose out of his chair and headed towards the door.
    I nodded . “All those that have come back checked out good. Just waiting on a couple more, and then we can program all the information into the scanner system.”
    Devlin was not only our head of security at the club, and a Master Dom, but also a friend. He owned a security business outside of the club, providing high tech security systems, and personal bodyguards. The surveillance technology and equipment that he had installed in the club, and the identification system we used, was beyond my comprehension.  We ran background checks, recorded identification information, and scanned photographic images into the system database.
    When security scan ned the identification through the scanner at the front door, the system picked up the image and matched it to the background information; we were able to scan the license and retain all the information on the entrant, if needed. All of the cameras were also equipped with face recognition software for added security. We hardly ever needed to use the software, but it had come in handy a few times in the past, and it helped with monitoring activity within the club.
    I turned my attention back to Chloe . “Something I need to know?”
    “Nope ! We had a little spat before I left the apartment this morning. I guess it’s still continuing.” She shrugged her shoulders and went back to reading.
    “Okay, if you need to talk, let me know?” I stood up from my chair and headed to the couch. I bent down and placed a kiss on the top of her head. I knew how difficult living with Lucas could be.
    Chloe looked up at me and smiled . “Will do, but it’s nothing I can’t handle.”
    “I’m sure you can. I’ll be back later before we open, running home to shower and get my head together.”
    “She coming tonight?” Chloe asked, already knowing the answer.
    “Yes , she is.” I looked at her. “I’ll be back soon.” I turned and left the office.
     
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    I returned just shortly before seven. I had changed into my black leather pants and black tee shirt, and grabbed my signature leather wrist cuffs that I wore when I was on the floor. They were thick black leather, gothic in style, but fit my personality. I had asked Sarah to place each of the submissives outfits into their respective lockers, although I was only interested in seeing Emma in hers. I was sure she wouldn’t disappoint.
    I was attaching my arm band when