I tried not to show my relief as Rick moved away, leaving me lying on the table once more. Each subsequent companion had reached his peak a little quicker, turned on by watching me get screwed again and again. I didn't have to give much to help them to their orgasms. It had allowed me to concentrate on my own pleasure, but my body felt more than a little sore now, having been used by five of my six companions. There was only one left. The one I'd been looking forward to the most.

James didn't need much encouragement to get up from his chair, swaggering as he came closer. I gave him a quick smile, his hands reaching for mine. Not even presenting himself, he bent over me, placing a kiss on my cheek with ease.

"You all right, Resurrected?" he whispered, hiding my mouth from view of the others as he nuzzled.

"Just perfect now," I replied, keeping my voice equally quiet. "Been looking forward to having you in me for weeks."

"Well, in that case..." His lips trailed lower, nipping at my skin, his fingers beginning to explore. All the others had relied on me being turned on already, sliding into me without much ceremony, but James took his time, touching, caressing and exploring until I was panting, hot and more wet than I'd been since I'd been unfrozen.

Suddenly he stopped, pulling back, making me open the eyes I hadn't known I'd closed. For a moment my gaze locked with his, a smug grin flitting across his face. He knew exactly what effect he'd had on me.

Slowly he revealed himself, hard, throbbing with need. Equally controlled, he pushed against my entrance until my body gave way before him, my wetness more than enough to give him an easy journey right to my depths.

I groaned, unable to help it, somehow more than ready to go again.

Deliberate stroke after deliberate stroke gave us both the pleasure we wanted. All my senses focused on him. His face, his hands, the fingers entwined with mine again, and his manhood, caressing me from the inside out.

He moaned as I hit my peak, tightening around him and gripping his skin. It was the extra inducement he needed to join me, his groan forming a deep harmony with mine.

As he pulled out, the soreness and cold returned, leaving me shivering, not sure how much more I could handle, but knowing this was unlikely to be the end.

Mhairi came to me, soon helping me up and taking my arm to lead me from the room.

"Well done," she said, as soon as we were alone in my little dressing room.

"Yes, well done," Yaru added, walking in unannounced. Not sure what to do, I continued to shake and stand in the middle of the room.

Mhairi handed me a flannel, already wet, but warm, and unwrapped some kind of high energy bar while I did my best to clean up the mess my companions had made of my pussy.

Before I could close my legs again, Yaru came forward, shaking a small spray can. I raised my eyebrows as he reached down with it, making it clear he was going to aim it in one place only.

"Crouch a little," he said. "It will work better."

I didn't need any encouragement, despite not being sure what it was. The first spray made me moan, the pain and soreness almost instantly vanishing everywhere it touched.

"What is that stuff?" I asked when a second quick spray finished the job.

"Expensive. Daniel doesn't normally allow his courtesans to use it. It can become a crutch and cost far too much for most to be able to keep using, but consider this my gift to your dedication and hard work. I'll let you use it once more tonight, but that's it."

I nodded, knowing Yaru would be true to his word. I'd bear it in mind, but I'd also save it for when I truly needed it.

"It's easier from here on," Mhairi said, giving me the food and a glass of water. "Most won't want an audience and will be happier to engage in some foreplay.

"You've still got a lot of credits to earn if you're to beat the record, however." Yaru held out his crystal display, showing me my total so far. My mouth fell open. Over eighty thousand credits were showing. It was still a huge amount.

"Not much more."

"From now on they won't pay you anywhere near as much. Remember the money so far is what they bid on your virginity, to decide the order they got to enjoy you. They've all had you now. Three of my companions only bid once more before going home, and a mere fraction of the money," Mhairi said, still trying to encourage me to eat or drink. I nodded, beginning to understand. I still had work to do.

As soon as I'd finished the drink I let Mhairi open the door and lead the way back to my companions. Once more they stood around, drinks in hand, canapés on small trays now dotted around the room. Daniel conversed with them while Edward stood by the main door, his hands clasped over his groin.

I smirked, wondering if they hid an erection of his own. Before I could think about what might happen next, Daniel and Benton came over to me.

"You have made me the happiest man alive, Auralia," he said, more eloquent than I'd ever heard him before. "I will treasure your invite for the rest of my life and the experience you've given me tonight."

"I will equally treasure the gift you've given me," I replied, reaching for the necklace. His grin widened. "It was very thoughtful of you."

"I'm glad you like it, but must offer my apologies and leave. I am not a rich man, not compared to your other companions, and in truth I never expected to be invited to an unveiling. I've not another credit to my name and can offer you nothing else in return for your time."

Internally my heart sank, but I kept what I hoped was a sweet smile on my face. He was leaving before he'd bid on me even once more. This wasn't a good start to the second part of my night.

"I hope you won't be a stranger." My voice was steadier than my emotions felt. "We still need to discuss that book."

"When you have some free time, I would be more than happy to," he replied, taking my hand and kissing the back of it. The kiss was awkward, slightly wet, his grip sweaty and far too tight, but I didn't let myself show any disdain. Instead I chose to focus on what he had done for me. If he'd spent every credit he had on me and only come second to Keaton, then he must have spent a considerable amount, and possibly knowing it wouldn't get him the honour of being first inside me.

I felt a pang of sadness as I watched him leave. Unable to focus, it took me a moment to notice that my remaining companions were awaiting my return. I was ushered closer again, Keaton slipping an arm around my waist as he pushed a drink into my hands.

"You were magnificent," he said. The others raised their glasses as if toasting me. "And I love this new design. I must admit, I didn't think it was possible to mix your two earlier works of art and still have it be respectful, but Tomichii and I are in agreement. You're a darling."

I bowed towards them both, Tomichii smiling, his eyes lit up.

"Now, Courtesan. I think it's time you opened those pretty legs of yours again so I can have some more fun."

Keaton held up his crystal, showing me the figure on it as he pressed the bid button. I tried to smile while he studied me, no doubt trying to get a reaction. I'd not been sure what to expect of him, especially knowing he liked to be a dominant, but to gloat in his claiming of me in front of the others hadn't been it.

"I don't think it's her legs you find pretty," James replied for me before downing his drink. "We all saw how quick you were to get your cock in. Good thing she seems to like a bad boy."

The dig, or emphasis on the word boy, didn't seem to go unnoticed by Keaton. He remained polite, however, his arm tightening only a little around me. Just like earlier, when Benton had been awkward, Daniel came forward to rescue the situation.

"You've won the first bid," he said to Keaton as he came closer. "Would you like to have your time with Auralia here, or use the function room?

"The function room," he replied, not missing a beat. With very little warning, Keaton folded my hand in his and hurried me off through the final door I'd not been through. Beyond it was a small room, a bed made up in the middle with a sheet and pillow on it. There were various other bits of furniture, including a chair, stool and chaise longue.

As soon as Daniel had shut the door behind us, Keaton picked me up from behind. I let out a shocked squeal, but didn't struggle.

"It's a shame I can't tie you up and show you true submission, but this will have to do for now," he said, plopping me down onto the edge of the bed.

He pushed my upper body down until my breasts touched the top of the bed, letting me support my lower torso with my own legs.

"Open your legs wider," he commanded, his tone deeper. I obeyed, knowing what would follow. His hand grabbed both of mine and lifted my arms above my head, pinning them down as his penis rested against my bare backside, cradled against my arse cheeks.

His free hand roamed over my skin downwards and between my legs, parting me with his fingers until they pressed against my opening. He pushed two into me, roughly, making me wince.

"Tell me, Courtesan. How are you liking having so many men do as they please with you? You've been very wet, just like now. So ready to be played with."

"I've never had such attention before. It's a welcome change," I replied, trying not to be a liar, but also aware I couldn't gush about how much I enjoyed everyone else. Without warning, he slid a third finger into me, stretching my opening. I moaned, earning an almost sadistic-sounding chuckle.

As his thumb found my clit and rubbed across it, I groaned again.

"Beg me, submissive, beg me to screw you."

"Please," I replied as he continued to rub across my most sensitive area. "I want you inside me."

He chuckled again, not appearing to have heard me as his hand continued a slow back and forth motion. As suddenly as his fingers appeared, they disappeared, leaving me feeling empty.

His cock followed, giving me exactly what I'd asked for. At first pain flared, but I was so turned on, his fingers reaching for a nipple, that I soon grew slick. With each thrust he took us closer to climax, panting and moaning together.

"God, I could get used to this," he said when he was done, my pussy once more full of his cum.

As he pulled back I went to stand and follow him back to the rest of my companions, but he shook his head.

"Stay here, Courtesan. Most of us will come to you now."

I blinked, not sure what to make of the command, but he left and I stood alone, his seed dripping down the inside of my thighs.