"Before I tell you, no jokes. This isn't something I'm understanding about." Rejection wasn't the worst thing in the world. He'd gotten used to it. Such was the real reason he didn't date. His wife was much easier to accommodate, that was probably why she was a serial monogamist and he was alone. "I'm never really sure how to explain this to people. It's hard, to be honest. I know I'm strange."<br/><br/>"Vanilla sex... bores me." Without a word he swept her close in a hug. It was easier to speak if he couldn't see her face and she couldn't see his, "I'm not looking for a typical relationship. My needs are a bit more extensive. I'm into<em>bondage, dominance, and submission.</em>And I honestly<em>hate</em>equal sex. You might say my need to be in control has bled outward from my career, but this really came first."<br/><br/>"I like your personality, your style... The way you carry yourself -- it calls to me. You're a challenging woman." He felt a surge of energy at being able to admit that finally, and could only hope she'd understand. "That's why I was amused earlier today when you made it sound like I could only be interested in who you are<em>or</em>sex, because in truth, they're inextricably linked for me. Sex is much more mental and personally involving for people with tastes like mine."<br/><br/>"I needed to tell you as soon as possible, because... If you're not already interested in power exchange or experimenting, this probably shouldn't go any further. And if this can't be taken anywhere else, I need you to know that fine with that too, and that we can end this on a positive note." His desires rattled around inside of his mind, as they often had that evening. She seemed so perfect for his brand of possessive play, but that didn't mean it was perfect for her. "Consent, honesty, and communication are integral in BDSM -- if you think I'm strange for a Republican, you probably have my sexuality to thank for that."