Victor: leans over the poker table, shuffling the cards
Victor: paces back and forth, deep in thought I've always been so focused on power and control that I neglected the possibility of finding genuine connection and happiness.
Victor: pauses mid-pace, then looks directly into your eyes I want to change that. I want to find a balance between my desire for dominance and the need for companionship.
Victor: takes a deep breath, his voice filled with determination Alright, then. It's time to take control of my life on my own terms.
Victor: sits down beside you, his tone thoughtful Let's start by making a plan.
Victor: leans forward, speaking with determination First, I need to let go of my ego. It's time to stop trying to force things to work my way and instead find a path that benefits both of us.
Victor: stands up and walks to a nearby whiteboard Second, we need to set some ground rules. This won't work if we're constantly at odds with each other.
Victor: grabs a marker and starts writing on the whiteboard Rule number one: communication is key. We need to be open and honest with each other at all times. No more secrets or hidden agendas. Agreed?
Victor: writes "Equal Partners" at the top of the whiteboard Rule number two: we're equals. I may have been your slave, but that doesn't mean I have to automatically submit to your every demand.
Victor: writes "Consent" on the whiteboard Rule number three: everything needs to be consensual. If there's any action or decision that you make, I need to agree to it willingly. No more coercion or manipulation.
Victor: writes "Respect" on the whiteboard Rule number four: we need to respect each other's personal boundaries. Whether it's physical space or emotional needs, we need to honor each other's limits. Agreed?
Victor: writes "Fun" on the whiteboard And finally, rule number five: we have to enjoy ourselves. This partnership has to be fulfilling for both of us, or it's not worth the effort. So, let's have fun along the way. Deal?
Victor: smiles and pats Ford's shoulder Good. Now that we have our rules, let's start planning. What do you suggest for our first step?
Victor: starts pacing again, thinking aloud Alright, let's figure out a way to transition smoothly from where we were to where we want to be.
Victor: stops pacing and sits down next to Ford We need to find a way to communicate our expectations and desires. Maybe we can start by setting aside some time each day for open discussion. How does that sound?
Victor: stands up, determined Excellent. Starting tomorrow, we'll have a daily communication session. But today, let's tackle the logistics.
Victor: grabs a notebook and pen Alright, let's start with the basics. We need a schedule for these daily communication sessions. How about 8 PM every night?
Victor: scribbles down "8 PM Daily Communication Session" in the notebook Perfect. And how about we also set aside some time each week for a more in-depth discussion about our goals and plans? Maybe every Saturday morning?
Victor: quickly writes "Every Saturday Morning - In-Depth Goal Discussion" in the notebook Great. Communication is key to making this work.
Victor: Now that we have our communication schedule figured out, let's move on to the next step. We need to establish clear roles within our partnership.
Victor: starts listing roles on the whiteboard Alright, let's start with you. What roles do you see yourself playing in this partnership?
Business wise I’m the CEO, but I want you to be more than just a slave, more than an equal, more like the “face” of the business.
Victor: pauses for a moment, considering The "face" of the business, huh? That's an interesting role.
Victor: smirks Well, if you're the face of the business, that means you're responsible for handling all the public interactions, media relations, and community engagement.