On Caring.

I once brought a submissive to tears in my arms after a particularly intense scene. I was concerned at first, until I felt the way she was holding me. These were tears of joy, and I held her tenderly and kissed her cheek. She began to apologize, and I silenced her, saying that tears of joy were one of the most incredible gifts a Dominant could receive. As I embraced her, I asked her gently what had brought her tears on.

She looked up at me, her eyes pooling once again. As new tears welled and spilled down her cheeks, she said in the sweetest voice…

“Because you care about me. You really care about me.”

I was overcome with emotion, and held her tightly for what seemed like ages. When at last we separated far enough to lock our eyes together again. I responded…

“Yes, I care. I am your Dominant. How could I not care about you?”

She clutched me again, and more tears spilled. I remember at that moment feeling almost sorrowful that this beautiful woman had for the first time felt the cares of a Dominant who did not think it beneath him to both appreciate a girl for the gift of herself and for her devotion in delighting him in every way possible.

I hope this memory can serve as a reminder to all. Dominance is about strength, not force. It is about caring, not indifference. And it is about the wonderful bond that can occur when two hearts entwine. Giving is so vital to the survival of a bond in our lifestyle.

When two individuals give of themselves to the other in every way imaginable - magic happens.

And tears of joy fall.

Often.

© Fringe of Darkness 2012