United with the Family, Cherie Benjamin [read after .TXT] 📗

invited, again, not out of the ordinary, with Kane becoming the next Don of the Leone family it was customary for rival families to attend and make nice, even if it was only for one day. It was understood that, during events such as this, a standing truce was in effect.  Invitations were going to be sent out to most all crime family heads throughout the United States and some were even sent to the families in Ireland and Italy.

Claudia was a great help with choosing the flowers, since it was a passion of hers; she knew the meaning of almost every flower.  She called in a favor with one of her friends who ran a floral shop. Once they were informed of tight time limit, but the amount of flowers needed not only for the church, but also the reception venue, the owner of the shop said she was willing to close down the week of the wedding and devote her and her staff’s time to the wedding.  This was very exciting, but Ara was sure the amount of money that had been offered helped with the florist’s decision. Looking through different design ideas for flower arrangements, Ara decided which ones were her favorites. For the church, the pews would be adorned with large kissing balls made of white roses with rhinestone stems placed throughout.

Every other pew would have a large candle holder decorated with white tulle and satin ribbon, with a hurricane holder with a white pillar candle.  A white lace aisle runner would be placed down for Ara’s walk to the altar. Claudia was so excited that her family heirloom would be used again. Claudia had received the runner from her mother, who received it from her mother and now it would be used for her beautiful granddaughter.

As the week progressed, Ara's dress was being worked on, the bridesmaids dresses had been selected and sized, invitations sent out and a beautiful wedding cake had been ordered.  As Ara, Rosa, Clara, and Claudia worked on the wedding details, Kane was working on another ceremony of importance that was of personal importance to him and Ara, their collaring ceremony.  He had called his mentor, Peter, who was elated to stand witness to the ceremony, along with his submissive, Charlotte. The ceremony was going to be held on the Thursday before the wedding in Kane and Ara’s home.  Kane and Peter had gone to the jeweler and selected Ara's collar that would be worn at special occasions and a collar she would wear during their playtime. Peter had explained to Kane that he had purchased many different collars for Charlotte over the years.  Some were to show his dominance at a play party, while others were used in the playroom because of their durability. Kane then went to Brooklyn to select the gown Ara would wear during the ceremony. He knew that Brooklyn would never break his trust and reveal the details to anyone about the dress.  Next, he went to the printers that he used for all the contracts for the club and had a copy of their contract printed on the finest linen paper in an elegant Bickham script. A dinner was planned for the two couples after the ceremony, then Kane and Ara would spend the rest of their first night as Master and submissive in his playroom.  In preparation for this event, Ara had decided that she would give her Master her anal virginity. She had been wearing a butt plug each day for several hours and had gradually increased the size to accommodate her Master’s large girth. They had discussed it in detail and both were excited to be experiencing it the night of the collaring.

Ara took a break from wedding planning and had Brooklyn and Katrina come over to help with a wedding gift she wanted to do for Kane.  She was going to have Brooklyn take sensual nude photographs of her and have them printed and mounted to be placed wherever Kane desired in his playroom.  The first picture was of her tied by her hands and stretched up. The rope knots were very simple and something she could do herself, not wanting Kane to get upset over someone else tying her up.  The next photo was one where her breasts were displayed laying on a bed of satin material and the last was a shy looking picture where she sat on a bed naked, yet revealed nothing, but the allure was still there.  Brooklyn said she’d mount all three together and Ara came up with an apothegm that would be printed underneath the photos. "I belonged to you even before I knew you."

And, as if all the wedding planning and the collaring ceremony planning was not enough to keep everyone busy, Nazario, Kane, Ara, and Zachary were in talks about the exchange of power and the details of how it would occur.  They decided that, after the wedding, during the reception, they would slip out to a side room and perform the ceremony which would shift the power of the families. Ara would change from her wedding gown into her Donna gown, while Kane would change from his wedding tuxedo to a suit that made him look like the powerful Don that he was, and then they would walk back into the reception, where the introductions would be made.  Nazario had arranged for extra security for the wedding and reception; Erik would not be leaving Ara's side. Nazario and Rosa were going to walk Ara down the aisle. Uriel was Kane's best man, while Katrina was the maid of honor. Brooklyn was a bridesmaid, along with Janetta, Kate, and Kane's cousins, Becky and Elizabeth. The groomsmen were Erik, Ben, Iezekiel, Henderson, and Ted. Henderson was a member of the family, and Ted was a friend from the New York Italian Crime family.

Wedding planned...check....Collaring Ceremony planned...check check....Passing of the Family power planned....check, check, check, and check.  The death of Kurtus planned...Oh hell yeah, checked.

 

Chapter 28

 

Even though Seattle was known for its rain and chill, Thursday morning was bright and warm with soft billowy clouds scattered across the crystal blue sky.  Kane was awake, watching Ara sleep, mumbling softly about strawberries, and not really understanding what she was saying, but just happy to see the sweet smile on her sleeping face.  Today was the day of the collaring ceremony. The anticipation of placing his collar around her lovely neck, and becoming the Master to her submissive was at an all time high. He was so glad that he had waited to finally collar his one true submissive. Peter had instructed him that when he met that special someone, who would fulfill his Dominant needs, that he would realize the significance of the collaring ceremony.  The ceremony and its symbolism was not something to be taken lightly, but to be done reverently.

Peter and his submissive/wife, Charlotte, had come over to the apartment, to counsel the couple on the significance and practices of collaring a submissive, as it would relate to Ara and Kane.  The ceremony protocols had been reviewed, and Peter assigned Ara and Kane the task of writing their vows to each other. It took Kane several hours and drafts until he was satisfied that he had expressed his feelings, hopes, and dreams for their relationship.

Kane had scheduled an appointment for Ara, Brook, and Katrina to receive a day of total pampering at the spa today.  He ordered full body massages, waxings, manicures, pedicures, and hair styling. He had given strict instructions to the staff to style Ara’s hair in a soft updo that would be off the neck, making it accessible for him to attach his collar.  The gown he had chosen for her was currently in a garment bag hanging in their closet. When Brook showed him the dress, he knew that it was everything he could have wanted for her to wear for the ceremony.

Since Erik would still be on duty, Brook was invited to attend the ceremony.  She and Charlotte would be helping Ara get ready before the ceremony and escort her to the living room.  The living room had been decorated with scented cream pillar candles throughout. There was a small table with a larger pillar candle in a bold scarlet hue that was placed on a gold base.  Beside it was their elegantly scripted contract, which they would both sign at the conclusion of the ceremony. His plan was to have a copy framed and displayed in a place of prominence in the playroom.

"Mmm, good morning."  Ara said in her husky morning voice.

"Good morning, my love, sleep well?"

"Yes.  What time is it?"

"A little after eight," he responded as he ran his finger softly down her spine.

"Shit.  Brook and Katrina are going to be here at nine."  She gasped as she attempted to jump out of the bed.  Kane reached out and pulled her to him. "You have plenty of time, love.  I have scheduled for the three of you to spend the day at the spa, where you will be pampered all day."

Ara was excited and nervous about collaring ceremony that night, but was exhilarated at the thought of finally being able to call Kane her Master for the first time.  When he had told her about the arrangements he had made for a day at the spa, she was appreciative, but when he explained to her that as her Dominant it was his responsibility to ensure that his submissive was relaxed and pampered for tonight's activities, she was deeply touched.  Blushing over the idea of what he may have in store for her. She had been preparing herself for this night. She had been following her diet, exercise regime, and had even graduated to the largest anal plug in preparation for the gift she would be bestowing upon her Master tonight.  She was actually able to wear it comfortably for long periods of time. Kane was ecstatic with helping prepare with the insertion and removal of the anal plugs. Always licking those pouty, sexy lips and moaning how fucking hot it was going to be when he was finally able to, in his words, ‘fuck that delectable ass’.  Hearing his enthusiasm definitely eased the insertion and removal process for Ara.

"Thank you for wonderful spa day."  Ara moaned as she began placing kisses on Kane sternum.

"You are very welcome.  Now you need to get up and get dressed; we have a big day and an even bigger night ahead of us."

"Yes, Sir."  Ara smirked.

"Oh little girl, the things I am going to do to you tonight," Kane moaned while adjusting his arousal.

"Can't wait, Sir," she responded as they climbed out of the bed and dressed for the day.  Kane had even purchased a new outfit for Ara’s day at the spa. He had purchased a comfortable pair of stretched jeans, a soft blue peasant blouse that hung off her smooth shoulders, and a pair of black flats.  Being the good Dominant that he strived to be, he had purchased a strapless bra and thong set for her to wear underneath. He had rented out the entire spa for the day, to ensure the safety of Ara and the others during