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At 11:15 p.m..

After some minutes, Yoongi's laptop tings with a new notification. His heart skips a beat as he sees an email from the unusual job listing site. He clicks on it, hands trembling slightly.

Subject: Application Received - Next Steps.
From: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])
Message:

Dear Min Yoongi,

Thank you for applying for the position of Spankee. Your application has been received and reviewed. We would like to move forward with your application.

Please click on the following link to enter a chatroom for further instructions: [Enter Chatroom] (http://www.unusualjobs.com/chatroom)

Sincerely,

The Unusual Jobs Team.

Yoongi's breath catches in his throat. Suddenly, everything feels too real and immediate as he feels his anxiety bubbling up. He hesitates, staring at the link. The unknown on the other side of the click is quite frightening.

"What am I doing?" he whispers to himself. But the thought of the mounting bills and his financial desperation pushes him forward.

With a deep breath, he clicks on the link. The screen changes and he is instantly invited into a chatroom. It looks simple, with a text box at the bottom, just like every other messanger apps.

A message pops up almost immediately:

Admin: Welcome, Yoongi. Thank you for joining us. Please wait a moment.

Yoongi's fingers hover over the keyboard, unsure of what to say. But he knows he can't back out now. He needs this job, needs the money. So, he types a quick reply.

Yoongi: Alright.

His heart pounds in his chest as he waits, the seconds stretching out more. Finally, another message appears:

Admin: You will now be connected with your assigned spanker. Please remain respectful and professional at all times. I will leave this chatroom to give you both privacy.

Before Yoongi can respond, a new username appears in the chat:

Dr. Jin : Hi. Is this Yoongi?

The unknowns of the situation heightened his sense of unease. Who is Dr. Jin?

Yoongi's fingers shake slightly as he types a response.

Yoongi: Yes, this is him. Hello.

Dr. Jin: Hello, I understand you are new to this. Rest assured, I will guide you through the process. But before we delve deeper, I would like to set a few ground rules and boundaries. Mutual understanding and trust are paramount.

Yoongi felt a slight sense of relief, appreciating his approach.

Yoongi: I appreciate that. I'm new to this, so I'm glad we're setting boundaries.

Dr. Jin: Understood. Firstly, everything discussed here is confidential. Secondly, at any point, if you're uncomfortable, just let me know. Lastly, let's be transparent with each other. Does that sound fair?

Yoongi: Absolutely. Thank you for being upfront.

The conversation then shifted from the formalities to personal introductions. Yoongi learned that Dr. Jin was, in fact, a well-respected physician in the city. His calm and thoughtful responses made the younger wonder why someone of his stature would be seeking such a service.

Dr. Jin: You might wonder why I'm here, given my profession. Sometimes, even those who heal need a way to cope, to release.

Yoongi: I understand, in a way. Music is my escape, but lately, financial pressures have clouded that joy.

Dr. Jin: When I was younger, I never imagined that life's pressures would be this overwhelming. Medicine was my calling, but sometimes the weight of responsibility and the long hours... it becomes too much.

Yoongi: It's surprising to hear that from someone as accomplished as you. I'm in university and the pressure to excel, to live up to expectations, sometimes it feels like I'm drowning.

Dr. Jin: The weight of expectation can be quite heavy, no matter where you are in life. That's partly why I sought out this... arrangement. It's a release, a way to regain control of our lives.

Yoongi: For me, it was more about survival. The money, primarily.

There was a brief pause in the conversation, a heavy silence that made both men to reflect on themselves.

But for Yoongi, Dr. Jin's approach that was calm and respectful, was unexpected. He had prepared himself for a more direct, perhaps even impersonal interaction. But Jin's insistence on setting boundaries and ensuring mutual understanding put Yoongi at relative ease.

Dr. Jin: Yoongi, whatever we decide, know that I respect you. Not just as a partner in this arrangement but as a person.

Yoongi: Thank you, Dr. Jin. Your understanding and patience have made this conversation easier than I anticipated.

Dr. Jin: Please, call me Jin. When we meet, I would like it to be as equals, without the weight of titles between us.

Yoongi: Alright, Jin.

Jin then steered the conversation towards the purpose of their arrangement.

Dr. Jin: I believe we've built quite the understanding here, Yoongi. If you're still comfortable proceeding, I would like to schedule our first session for tomorrow. Does that work for you?

Yoongi: Tomorrow? That's... soon. But yes, I think I'm ready.

Dr. Jin: Great. Let's meet at The Celestial Hotel, Room 1107. It's a private and comfortable setting. Here's the address: [address] I chose this location for its discretion and the quality of service they provide.

Yoongi: I've heard of The Celestial. It's one of the top hotels in the city. Sounds... intimidating.

Dr. Jin: It's just a location, Yoongi. What matters is our interaction and ensuring you feel safe and respected throughout.

Yoongi: Thank you, Jin. What time should I be there?

Dr. Jin: Let's say 7 pm? That should give us ample time to settle in and discuss any last-minute concerns or boundaries.

Yoongi: 7 pm it is. Just one question: Is there anything specific I should bring or wear?

Dr. Jin: Wear something you feel comfortable. As for what to bring, just yourself and an open mind. Everything else will be provided. Also, you could use a safeword whenever you feel like it's too overwhelming or you can't handle more. What do you want your safeword to be? It could be anything.

Yoongi: A safeword? Well.., then can I use the word Moonlight' as my safeword?

Dr. Jin: Ofcourse, Yoongi. Anything you wish to have.

Yoongi: Alright. But I'll admit, I'm.. quite nervous. I'll see you tomorrow then.

Dr. Jin: Nervousness is natural. Remember, just for this session, you're in control. See you tomorrow, Yoongi. Take care. [Smiley face]

After ending the chat with him, Yoongi leans back in his chair. The digital words, so black and white on the screen, are now a chaotic swirl of emotions within him.

His heart rate, which had been steady during the chat, now seems to race. He begins to question his decision.

Is he really ready for this?

The idea, while born out of desperation, is now a looming reality. Images of the luxurious Celestial Hotel, of Jin and of the implements they might use feared him more.

He can feel cold sweat forming on his palms and he absentmindedly wipes them on his jeans.

He tried to reason with himself. Jin had been nothing but understanding and kind in their conversations. But the contrast between the virtual world and reality is completely opposite.

What if the in-person experience is vastly different? What if he wouldn't be able to handle it?

He thought about reaching out to anyone, but the fear of judgment held him back.

Instead, he tries to distract himself with music, his usual refuge. But the notes seemed distant, unable to provide the comfort they usually did.

And one particular detail kept on replaying in Yoongi's mind - the notion that he would only be in control for their initial session.

After that, the reins would be handed over to Jin.

While Jin had made it clear that Yoongi could use the safe word whenever he felt uncomfortable, the mere thought of being controlled in such a vulnerable situation is daunting.

He thinks about it again. During their first session, he would be in charge, able to dictate the pace, set boundaries and halt proceedings if they became too intense.

But the sessions that followed? What about them?

What if Jin's preferences were far more intense than his own?

What if his ability to communicate his discomfort was overshadowed by Jin's assertiveness?

Yoongi hugs his knees to his chest. He reminds himself of Jin's kindness and understanding during their chat but the fear of the unknown still persisted.

As the night wore on, sleep eluded him. He tossed and turned in his bed. But deep down, he knew he can't back down now.

He had made a decision and he would see it through. But, that didn't mean he wasn't terrified of what awaited him. May be,

....it could be more worse than he thought it would be.

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