Chapter 16:

Mask and Scarf Play

side stories of the bloodbriars


Beckett’s study corner was dimly lit, papers and sketches spread across the desk. He worked silently, gloved hands moving with careful precision. Diana approached, footsteps soft, her perfume announcing her presence before she even spoke.

“You’re far too serious,” she murmured, kneeling beside him. Her fingers brushed the edge of his scarf, tugging gently. Beckett froze, hands resting perfectly still on the desk.

Her presence was command enough. She leaned closer, letting her breath, faintly scented, brush his ear. Beckett shivered under her control, every inch of his body responding without protest.

Her hand moved with deliberate teasing, adjusting his gloves, tugging slightly at his mask. The energy between them was full of unspoken promises. Beckett’s subtle movements—tiny shifts of the hands, soft exhalations—showed complete surrender.

“See how obedient you are?” Diana whispered, a smirk playing at her lips. “Even when I barely touch you.”

Beckett’s faint nod, his eyes glimmering behind the glasses, said more than words ever could.