Tangled Hearts (From the "Bound By Desire" series)

8. The Truth Comes Out

As Damien carried me outside the BDSM club, placing me in the car. That's when I notice them. Dylan, my ex-fiancé, and Emily, my sister, passing by. They froze in their tracks, their eyes widening in shock as they witnessed the scene unfolding before them. Dylan's grin was sly and wicked, while Emily was shocked. "What the hell is going on here?" Emily's voice boomed, her protective instincts kicking in. "Damien, why are you carrying Iris out of the club like that?" Damien, maintaining his composure, gently helped me out of the car and on to my feet, ensuring my stability before addressing Emily.
"Iris and I have a consensual BDSM dynamic. I was merely escorting her outside to provide aftercare and ensure her comfort." Dylan's face remained fakely concerned while Emily contorted with a mix of disbelief and anger.
"Aftercare? What the hell does that even mean? And why is Iris involved in this kind of lifestyle?" Feeling a mix of embarrassment and vulnerability, I stepped forward, my voice steady but filled with emotion. "Emily, I understand this might be difficult for you to comprehend, but BDSM is a consensual and fulfilling part of my life. Damien is a trusted Dom who prioritizes my well-being and consent." Emily, her eyes filled with concern, interjected softly. "Iris, I just want to make sure you're safe and not being taken advantage of. This lifestyle seems so extreme and unfamiliar to me. Dylan told me of your dealings and-"
"Speaking of him, why are you with him?"
"Because he, um, well-"
"She's pregnant with my baby."
"What?" I turned to Emily. "Explain it to me, Emily."
"As the youngest, gram and gramps gave you everything. I liked Dylan, but he was marrying you. Until he broke it off with you."
"Before or after he got you pregnant?"
"Iris, please-"
"Answer me, Emily."
"Iris, you're strained. Be-"
"Emily."
"After. He broke it off after." Emily turned and walked into the restaurant next to the club.
"I never liked you, Iris." Dylan admitted.
"You only wanted me for my money, Dylan. But I don't need you. I have Damien. He cares for me and I care for him."
"He'll get bored of you. Everyone does." Damien grew angry, punching Dylan.
"Shut the fuck up and keep the hell away from my girlfriend."
"I swear by it, Damien. You'll regret firing me."
"I don't take harassment lightly, Dylan. And if I find you messing with Iris or anyone else other than her sister, I won't hesitate to hurt you again."
"Careful, Damien. Wouldn't want Iris's family to hate you." I stepped forward, Damien holding me up.
"Careful, Dylan. Just like tonight, the truth will come out."
"I'm honest. Unlike you. Your family is gonna freak out when find all of this out."
"Well I love him and he loves me."
"You sure he does?" He asked, raising a brow. "Because I met your friend, Jason, and he said that Damien let you go into the club alone. He said he flirted with you and Damien wasn't there to stop him like before."
"Victoria dealt with him."
"Damien wasn't there for you. He may be your dom, but he doesn't love you like you think."
"Shut the hell up, Dylan. Go the fuck away."
"Don't come crying when he hurts you."
"I won't because he's not going to. Damien, take me home."
"Of course." We climbed into the car.
"Your house, sir?"
"Yes please, Ben."