Adam pulled into an alley and dropped me off so that no one would see what car I got out of. He also told me that he would drive around for awhile so ...that I felt better. I remember turning out of the alley and walking down to the corner. There was a cleaner there and a couple of boarded up businesses. Once I got close to the cleaners I slowed down and walked real slow. I got past the cleaners and turned around and headed back and Adam drove by real slow. I winked at him and he just nodded his. ”“He also said you don’t serve women.” “Serve the lady what she wants.”“That’ll be two bits,” Bill said after pouring me a shot.“It’s on the house.”“Thank you kindly,” I said and lifted my glass to the proprietress before taking a sip. It was nasty stuff but I smiled pleasantly while she looked me over.“I had no idea the circus was coming to town.”“It’s the greatest show on Earth. You’re all invited.” I took another sip.“My name is Mrs. Turner.”“I’m Miss Parker.” I took back my maiden name. And there’s something you can say. A phrase to stop the whole thing and spoil all my plans.”“A phrase of my choosing?”“I’d rather I picked the phrase. If that’s okay, baby.”“I see. And what might that phrase be?”“I haven’t decided yet. I’ll tell you if you let me tie you up. Not here, out there.” She paused, hands stroking sheer tenderness against his jaw. “Please say yes, Eric. I’d so love for you to play my game.” There was a little-girl brokenness in the way she said it. She kissed his face. I stood in front of my mirror admiring the set, thinking how sexy it looked. Then I chose a pretty mini skirt and crop top. I went to the mirror and pulled my hair up into a bun and put a little makeup on. I grabbed my mask and after quickly looking at myself in the mirror I placed my mask on. I could see my nipples through my top and knew it would draw attention, something I’d always craved. Grabbing my music box and a little hat I went out the door and headed to town where there was a place.