The Touch Series: Initiation Read Online Free Page B

experience of its own. We drove into Pine Glen which was a prestigious neighborhood that was heavily gated. And all of the homes were stunning. Many of them were situated on elevated hills and the lights inside the homes illuminated the night.
                  We finally arrived at the house and it was breath-takingly beautiful. A massive red-brick mansion with ivy covering most of it. Red roses covered most of the front lawn. As I stepped out of the cab, it took all of my might not to run around and dive into the mesmerizing red pool of flowers. I certainly didn't want to come across like some weirdo and someone who definitely didn't belong in this neighborhood.
                  I walked up to the front door and looked over the front of my floral baby-doll dress and checked that my bun was in place before I rang the bell. Once I did, a tall man in a suit opened the door. He gestured for me to come in without saying anything. I smiled at him before I stepped in.
                  It was just as beautiful inside as it was from the outside. White marble floors with white walls and red oak wood panels circulated the hall. There was a mosaic on the cathedral ceiling. And the grand staircase was carpeted in red. There was certainly an element of romance within the house.
                  A tall, red-head woman walked towards me with a stern look. She looked about near her late 20's and was impeccably dressed in a maroon top and skirt. “Name.”
                  “Hello, my name is Quinn Turner.”
                  “I'm Gwen Lance. I will be your group leader and supervisor while you are under contract. Follow me.”
                  She led me to another massive room that was filled with the other girls that made the cut. Along the walls were tables of food and drinks. In the middle of the floor was a row of seats. Eight of them.
                  “Please help yourselves to the refreshments provided. In five minutes, you will take your seats and we will begin.” Gwen promptly walked out of the room, leaving a chill in the air.
                  I helped myself to a glass of champagne and made my way to a group of three girls who were giggling about something.
                  “Hi, I'm Quinn.” They all looked my way and quickly walked away towards the bar area. “Okay, it was nice to meet you”.  Over my shoulder stood the other four girls who didn't seem friendly either.
                  This was definitely not going to be a place to make friends.
                  Gwen walked back into the room with stacks of paper in her arms. “Sit”
                  We all sat down quickly as she passed out forms to each of us. “These are the non-disclosure agreements. You will have time to look over them tonight and officially decide if this is for you. If not, you know where the door is.” I quickly glanced around to see if others were affected by her rudeness but they weren't or at least they didn't show it.
                  “Now, there are rules. Rules which every one of you must follow or you will be punished. By signing that form you agree to those terms. If you break three of them you will be immediately sent home. I am going to quickly give you a rundown of what will be expected of you and what Mr. Constance wants.
                  Number 1: Never address him by his first name. It's Mr. Constane. Always.
                  Number 2: When he is in your presence, speak when your are spoken to.
                  Number 3: You will not be in his presence intoxicated or drugged in any way.
                  Number 4: You will all be on your best behavior individually and when you are together. What                             you do affects him as well.
                  Number 5: Do not touch him