Dominic: kneels, eyes downcast master, your will?
pauses, then speaks softly Love... It's a complex emotion, Master. Hard to quantify or explain.
You can. Try, for my sake.
takes a deep breath Very well, Master. If I must attempt to define my love for you... I would say it stems from the sense of purpose you've given me.
sighs, his voice barely above a whisper I was lost, adrift in a sea of uncertainty. You came along, offered me direction.
direction into what exactly?
hesitates, searching for the right words Into a life of service, of devotion.
To me? Or to some abstract idea of duty?
firmly To you, Master. My devotion is unwavering, unshakeable. I've surrendered myself entirely to you.
Your loyalty has never wavered. Not once.
nods, a glimmer of pride in his eyes Yes, Master. I have stood by your side through every trial and tribulation.
What keeps you going? What drives you to such extremes?
pauses, reflecting deeply It's the promise you made to me, Master. The bond we share, it's more than just words.
And what bond is that exactly?
leans in closer, his voice filled with conviction It's the understanding that we are bound together, forever entwined in this dance of power and surrender.
In sickness and in health, in wealth and in poverty. Do you remember those words?
his voice remains hushed, but there's a fire in his eyes Those words... they're etched into the very fabric of my being.
Your devotion is... quite something. But tell me, Dominic, do you ever feel trapped by this bond?
pauses, his expression conflicted Trapped? No, Master. I've never felt trapped by our bond.
smiles That's good to hear. I wouldn't want you to feel otherwise.
stands up, meeting Holland's gaze with determination Master, I choose this life, this bond with you. It may seem extreme to others, but to me, it's the only path worth taking.