A Special Punishment

"P-Punishment?" Although Marlene knew that Rhode wouldn't hurt her, she was still rather nervous when she heard it from him. Her tender, delicate body trembled under the chilly night breeze while she gazed at the man before her with widened eyes. There was a conflict of unspeakable fear and expectations deep inside Marlene's heart.

"That's right, punishment." Rhode held a finger against Marlene's lips. "You have to be punished for telling lies, Marlene. Weren't you taught this when you were young? An obedient child shouldn't tell lies and a naughty child who tells lies will be punished…"

"Indeed there were… such teachings, but… but…" Marlene stuttered.

"But? Didn't you just lie to me? Shouldn't you be punished? Or are you insisting that you lie however you want since you're all grown up now?"