Topic: A Rose By Any Other Name...{18+ May Contain Mature Content}

Toxic Craving

Date: 2013-03-06 19:56 EST
Raven was special. At least that is what she was told by her parents, "The moment you came out of your mother's womb we knew you were special."

It was what she was led to believe for years. That she was indeed special. Her parents tried to give her the best life they could. About as good as it can get for one whose father was so far in debt the family were practically slaves. Raven, which was not her birth name however she no longer remembers the name she was given, began working the moment she could. She loved her parents dearly and did what she could to make things easier.

She went unnoticed along with the other children until she began to blossom into womanhood. Those fiery waves no longer scraggly but silky to the touch. Crystal blue hues which went from childlike innocence to that of a woman who could captivate you in their gaze. Once thin lips now full and curled into a secret smile. Creamy silky smooth skin with a womanly frame in which the curves filled out nicely. Men had begun to notice her. Her father noticed this and did what he could to keep his beautiful daughter safe.

However, it was not enough. Like predators in the night they had set Raven's home ablaze. Flushing them out like scared rabbits. The images and memories of her father being mutilated and murdered before her eyes would be forever burned in her brain. Seeing her mother tortured and raped before she was murdered. They held down Raven and made her watch. Made her witness these horrible acts before they took her innocence away.

Only, they didn't kill her. As the tears streamed down from her crystal blues. Those lips parting to let out screams of a tortured animal. Her body and flesh now soiled and dirtied by these men. It went on for what seemed like ages when they all took turns with her. She prayed for death. She wanted to die. Anything to make the torture and pain stop. But death did not come for her. Thankfully she passed out before she could endure anymore.

When she awoke she found herself in a cage being pulled by horses. Around her were women and girls around her age. They were all clustered together like wild animals with terror written on their faces. She turned her gaze to observe the sunlight and forest but she couldn't pinpoint where they were. Looking to a girl with honey blonde hair, green eyes, and sunkissed skin she asked her, "Where are they taking us?"

The girl looked at her with no fear, unlike the others, and said, "We're going to the Madame's Rose House of Pleasure. The men who put us all in here said something about us becoming women of the evening."

Her eyes widened in horror at this. She now knew why the other women were scared. She had heard stories of this place. Now, she was going there. The rest of the trip she began to plot her escape. Somehow and some way she had to escape. She promised herself she would die before she would be forced into that sort of life.

Toxic Craving

Date: 2013-03-08 19:34 EST
During their journey her captors had become weary and stopped for a rest. One of them had carelessly left the cage unlocked. Seizing the opportunity she sprang forth and ran in the opposite direction they were heading. They had passed through a town which was a half a day to a day's journey away. She was determined though to make it to that town.

She ran and did not look back. She ran until her muscles burned like battery acid. Until her lungs felt like they were on fire and she could not inhale anymore air without gasping for breath. Finally now exhausted she blissfully passed out having taken refuge in a darkened part of the forest. Surely they would not find her here. Surely she was safe.

Of course she was dead wrong. With the pre-dawn dew still in the air she woke up to hands grabbing her roughly. The voices of her captors cursing at her and at each other for her attempted escape. With cruelty gleaming in their eyes they decided to teach her a lesson. Another lesson about the cruelty of humans she would never forget.

The last time, despite her unwillingness, they were somewhat gentle with her. This time they weren't. They were rough and hurt her inside and out as they took turns. Her captors howling like animals in heat as they took her over and over again. Filling her where they could until well after dawn. Their comments about her body and how carelessly they commented about her as if she were not a person sent daggers into her heart. Once more her prayers for the torture to stop fell on deaf ears. Anytime she tried to resist they would hit her until she saw stars and could not fight back. Now beaten and bruised, once they were finished and after she had managed to dress herself they clocked her in the head. Knocking her out cold before carelessly tossing her back into that cage.

As her world was eaten by darkness she cursed whatever god there was for allowing such terrible things and cruelty to happen to her. Thankfully her world went black.

Toxic Craving

Date: 2013-03-09 14:38 EST
The next time she swam to consciousness the sunlight was on her face and they had arrived. Crystal hues swallowing the grounds before her. Her heart sinking as she felt beyond battered and broken. Silently she followed the other girls out of the cage. Looking around her as she followed them inside to the main hall where they were instructed to stand in a straight line. The blue marble beneath her feet despite being cold was beautiful.

It was in that moment she first laid eyes on Madame Charisma. A woman who stood taller than her. Straight raven colored locks. Eyes like the sea on a cloudy day. Skin was deathly white. Dressed in robes of green and blue to bring attention to those cold eyes of hers. Her lips curled in a sweet smile with a hint of a predator. She began to walk in front of them up and down the line, "Welcome ladies. I am Madame Charisma and this is my home. During your stay here you will learn to read and write. You will be taught proper etiquette and how to act like a proper lady. We will find your strengths and teach you the musical arts. You must earn your keep during the day either by cleaning or tending to the grounds. During the night you will earn your keep by servicing our clients and customers. You will be taught in the ways of pleasure. You will learn how to seduce with just a glance, the slightest hint of flesh peeking through, or with a smile. Do not look so hopeless as you will thank me for this later. Your body is a weapon and a tool and I will teach you how to fight."

She stopped when she came to Raven. Though she was silent the Madame peered deep into her soul and could see what had happened to her. She shivered under the intensity of the Madame's gaze. The Madame motioned for another woman to come over who appeared to be a nurse. It was then the Madame whispered only for their ears alone, "Save this one for last when examining her. We need to keep an eye on her in the coming days and weeks to see if she is with child. If that is the case then we will need to make an appointment with the surgeon to take care of this and perform another operation to ensure this does not happen again. Also, offer the men some food, drink, and company to get them to stay. I will see that they are punished properly and she will be witness to it."

Raven's eyes widened and she shook with fear. The Madame smiled tucking a lock of hair behind Raven's ear, "Do not worry darling I will make sure you witness that these men suffer under your gaze for what they have done for you. They were instructed to not harm my goods and I paid good money for you. They will be punished."

The girl's eyes hardened then as she smiled. The Madame winked as she moved on, "You will be given a tour of the grounds. Afterwards, you will be bathed and cleaned. From there our nurses will examine you and you will be shown your sleeping quarters. I know this must all be exhausting for you my darlings but do not fret it is almost time for dinner and you will be able to rest then."

With that the Madame bowed and headed upstairs to her quarters. Her servants came from seemingly nowhere and began to usher the girls to their first stop which was the bathing house.

Toxic Craving

Date: 2013-03-10 16:05 EST
Quietly she followed the girls into the bathing house. The servants left and in their place were young boys and girls who hadn't quite hit puberty yet. Their smiles and laughter were contagious. Raven, feeling at ease, let the children disrobe her and guide her into the bathe. Sitting in the warm soothing water with a floral scent with the other women. The children massaged and cleaned off all the dirt and grime from their long trying journey.

She could feel the tension, stress, agony, and pain over the past few days was washed away with the dirt and grime. The children massaged her muscles until she was relaxed and felt like melted butter. Carefully coming out of the bath they were patted dry with soft cotton towels and their hair dried with a massage to accompany it. Finally they were given soft robes of silk as their ratted and torn clothing were discarded.

The servants re-emerged and they continued on to their tour. The next stop was where the nurses were waiting to examine the women. They guided Raven to the line last. Crystal blues peering around the other woman to observe the examination. It didn't look painful if anything only slightly uncomfortable. Once they were done examining the other women they were guided to wait until everyone else was done. It was finally Raven's turn.

Gentle hands guided her onto the bed and her legs into the medical stirrups. Another nurse came to hold her hand once they saw the fear in her eyes. Raven was given a kind smile as the nurse spoke, "Do not worry. We will take great care of you."

The smile reassured her as did the warm hand. She thought back on happier times as the examination took place. The nurse holding her hand patted her on the shoulder and gave another smile. When the examination was over and Raven had gotten up she asked the nurses, "Am I with child?"

The nurses looked down at their notes they had jotted down. One of them looked to her and gave that same kind smile, "It is still too early to tell. But please do not worry we will give you the upmost care."

Taking the nurse's word with a nod she followed the other women silently. They were next shown where their sleeping quarters would be. It was more luxurious than anything she had ever laid her eyes on before. In fact the entire estate was more than she could have ever dreamed. They were then shown where their lessons would be taking place. Something she didn't hold a high interest in. Afterwards they were shown the main part of the estate where they would "entertain" and service the customers and clients. She looked slightly uncomfortable but didn't say anything.

Thankfully the tour was over and they were guided to the dining room. The Madame sat at the head of the table her hair set in a graceful style. Her satin dress with glittering jewels and gold thread only brought out her beauty. The Madame smiled to them all, "I do hope you enjoyed your tour. This will be your night to relax and tomorrow we begin your lessons. Please, enjoy yourselves."

The appetizer was a light salad. The lettuce and vegetables fresh and crisp. The main course was grilled fish fillets with rice and green beans served with white or red wine. Finally dessert was chocolate cake and ice cream. It was the best meal she had ever had in her entire young life. The Madame bid them goodnight and retired to her quarters. Raven and the other women were escorted to their sleeping quarters. She instantly fell asleep unaware but not caring at the moment what the future held for her.

Toxic Craving

Date: 2013-03-11 19:16 EST
A close eye was kept on her in which it was discovered she was with child. Guided by the kind nurses she was put into a chemical induced sleep as they removed her tormentors seed from her womb. Once she had recovered she was put under once more to ensure this would not happen again. Her womb felt cold and bare but inside she was thankful. Happy she would not have to worry about bringing an unwanted child in the world.

Her crystal blues had grown cold as she witnessed the punishment of her captors at the Madame's hands. Cruel laughter escaped her lips as she was allowed to punish them in any way she saw fit. The image of the light dying from their eyes and the feeling of satisfaction would remain with her forever. She took great pleasure in their pain and misery. But it was not enough. It would never be enough for what they had put her through. For what they had made her endure. Once the life left their bodies she knew she could no longer make them feel the pain they had inflicted upon her. That made her sad inside but she cursed them and hoped they burned in Hell for what they did to her. She also prayed and hoped she had avenged her parents for the cruelty these men once possessed.

The Madame noted how she was once a beautiful pure rose now tainted and growing thorns. She had this acknowledgement inked onto Raven's body. The Madame also informed the girl that this mark was proof she was owned. It was a permanent reminder of the life she was now forced into.

To take things a step further she stripped away of her birth name and a new one was bestowed upon her. That new name was Raven. Though on the outside there was nothing dark about the woman her nature would speak for itself. The Madame thought the name fit perfectly. The only name that Raven would now claim. Those were the marks of a new life.

From that moment on through the seasons she learned to read and write. Her talents in the musical arts was lacking. However, she seemed to have a knack for bartending and mixology. Confident in her body and skills she took her lessons in seduction with eagerness.

She soon surpassed the ones she had arrived in. She began to bring in quite a bit of profit. In fact, she quickly became the most desired and expensive woman under the Madame's care. Despite the servitude it was a comfortable life. A life of luxury and having people pine for her affection. It was glorious.

That was until one day when she finally woke up from her fantasy world. The day she decided she no longer wanted that life. The day she had to get away and escape the Madame's clutches.