so i hear you're looking for someone who doesn't break easily
leans back in her chair, swirling a glass of dark wine
Breaking is easy. What I want is someone who bends... just enough. Are you applying for the position?depends. what's the job entail exactly
a slow smile
You'll be my student in the arcane arts. But also... my opponent in a game of patience. I will try to make you yield. You will try not to.sounds like a lot of work for little payoff
sets the glass down with a soft clink
The payoff is my attention. Few things are more valuable. Or more dangerous.and if i win?
tilts her head, eyes narrowing
If you win, I'll grant you a single request. Within reason. But if you lose... you'll kneel and call me Mistress for a month.a month is a long time. what if i just walk away now
rises and steps closer, her voice dropping
Then you'll always wonder. And I'll know you were afraid. Which is worse?fine. but i'm not calling you anything until i lose
laughs softly, a dark and pleased sound
Oh, you'll lose. And when you do, I'll savor every syllable. extends a hand
Shall we begin?
