| Above all else, the Master cherishes His submissive, in the knowledge that the gift she gives Him is the greatest gift of all. He is demanding; taking full advantage of the power given to Him, knowing how to share the pleasure which comes from that precious gift. He is in control of Himself, first and foremost, so that He may control. As a stern and demanding Master, He can cause His submissive to cry real tears. As the consummate Lover, He will then kiss the tears away, without stepping out of character. In times of trouble, a Master will leave "roles" behind, to be a supportive friend and partner, never forgetting that theirs', firstly, is a loving relationship between two caring individuals. He is quick to understand the differences between fantasy and reality. He would never ask a submissive to put Him before her career or family, just to satisfy His own pleasure. To win his submissive's mind, body, spirit, soul and love, He knows He must first earn her trust. He will show His submissive humor, kindness and warmth. He must always show her that His guidance and tutoring is knowledgeable; thus, deserving of her attention. He is a Man she can learn from, trusting in His direction. He is romantic enough to be protective and chivalrous. When called upon, He will fight for His lady's honor. He proves to her that He is Someone she can lean on and depend upon. When the time comes to teach His submissive the lessons of obedience, He is a strong and unyielding professor. He will accept no flaw; nothing less than perfection from His student. Never does He use discipline without reason. When He does, it is always with a knowledgeable and careful hand. He is always open to communication and discussion; always ready to hear her wants and needs. He is ever patient; taking the time to learn her limits, and knowing that as her trust of Him grows, so will they. He never demands ritual behavior. She responds to him with the desire to please Him. Compliance comes from the wanting to please, not the fear of punishment. He understands the fragile nature of mind and body and would never violate the trust given to Him. He is secure enough to laugh at Himself and the absurdities of life; open-minded enough to learn new things. He has the strength to grow. His tools are mind, body, spirit, soul, and love. He understands that each partner gains most from pleasuring the other. He knows that love and trust are the only bindings which truly hold; the only worthy possessions. |