A Foundation of Fear – Teaser Six of Ten

Number six. A perfect passage for relaxation. Or not

The man flipped the sign outside the door to read‚ “Privacy Please,” before slipping silently into the dimly lit room. The sound of the harmonic overtones from the Tibetan singing bowls reverberated throughout the serene space. Aromas from exotic oils and incense assaulted his senses, momentarily distracting him from his mission. As he shut the door, it clicked loudly.

“It’s about time. I thought maybe you had forgotten about me,” the woman in the hot tub stated.

“Of course not, Ms. Blair, just continue to relax while I prepare your robe,” he replied.

Cucumber slices obscured her vision. He silently walked up behind her and knelt down. Placing his hands on her shoulders he began to gently knead her muscles.

“Oh, that’s wonderful,” she said as she slid lower into the water.

He continued to masterfully massage her shoulders until her body became limp from complete relaxation. He slowly eased her lower and lower into the steaming cauldron. The water began to lap at her chin. He could feel her start to tense.

“That’s enough. I’m ready to get out now,” she demanded as she tried unsuccessfully to push herself up from the tub.

She was so reclined that her feet were unable to get any purchase on the sloped surface to counteract the downward pressure he exerted on her shoulders. She struggled against him, but her position and his size made the attempt futile. 

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