Learning Curves (Senti & Zorak)
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				Title: <strong>Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>20-10-2009, 14:54:05</strong>
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				Dr. Cole rounded the corner of the gymnasium as he headed for the teachers parking lot.&nbsp; Most of the students were gone by now.&nbsp; What was left were the ones just getting out of detention - they were clustered on the steps looking out over the football field watching the cheerleaders and football team getting towards the end of their respective afternoon practices.&nbsp; Their coaches had already left, and there was just the team members talking and mucking about as they slowly made their way towards the locker room doors.<br><br>He shifted his satchel from one shoulder to the other, ran a finger through his short, brown hair, and tried to decide if he was going to walk over and hand out further detention slips to two of the kids sitting on the steps that had cigarettes in their fingers.&nbsp; A quick check of his watch decided that.&nbsp; It was late enough as it was, might as well get out of Dodge.&nbsp; It was Monday Night, and football was on at his favorite bar, and he wanted to get a few hours in at the gym first.&nbsp; <br><br>He flexed his left bicep and felt rather pleased with himself. His new trainer was pushing him a bit harder, and the results were showing.&nbsp; Although the trainer wanted him to develop for competition, that really wasn't a goal he'd been interested in... but one couldn't argue with results - overall, his strength had gone up considerably from the thrice weekly lifting workouts.&nbsp; Of course, he'd made it a point to hide his changing phisique under the requisite jacket and tie.&nbsp; The last thing he needed were three gym teachers with the IQs of potatos giving him all kinds of unwanted advice.<br><br>He wasn't sure what made him stop just after rounding the corner... maybe his eye caught something odd... maybe teacher's intuition... but instead of continuing towards the parking lot, he backed up again to the corner and watched...<br>&nbsp;
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				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>20-10-2009, 16:36:56</strong>
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				Bethany hated Louanne, well maybe hate was too strong a word despised might be better maybe. Perhaps it was because she could have been her right up until the point her father died. Then everything went to shit. They had to move, her mother became a tranked&nbsp; up drunk that could barely holed a conversation let alone a job.<br><br>The girl was intelligent though, really smart, perhaps that was another reason she did not fit in. As her moods grew darker so did her clothes, and she had a real good reason to be wearing black. Her mother’s newest boyfriend had decided he liked Bethany to and used to make her do things when momma was sleeping. He had promised himself a real treat on his fortieth. To break her in, good and proper. <br><br>That was why Bethany had to leave. and why she was even thinking of speaking to Louanne. The bitch of a cheerleader wanted to get herself some pills, and it was no secret that Bethany’s mother was high most of the time, so it would likely be easy cash.<br><br>She handed over the pills, hey they were legal they were safe, how was Bethany supposed to know that they would react with the other meds that the Bitch Queen was on…<br>
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				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>20-10-2009, 20:18:00</strong>
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				He watched... saw the movements and body language... yeah... one of the non-smokers on the steps was in a little private conversation with one of the cheerleaders.&nbsp; He recognized one of them - Bethany - a smart-mouthed goth from one of his classes.&nbsp; The girl she was talking to, he didn't know personally.&nbsp; It was an odd situation - the two of them would never be involved in "friendly conversation".&nbsp; Either they'd be annoying each other, or keeping their distance - it was like seeing a snake and cricket in pleasant conversation - it just didn't happen.<br><br>He took out his cell phone, and began snapping a few pictures... likely a drug transaction, he thought.&nbsp; Either that, or he was witness to history being made, and that didn't seem likely.<br><br>When he saw hands in pockets, it became clear that history was definatly not in the making.&nbsp; Bethanny was dealing.&nbsp; Exactly WHAT she was dealing he couldn't tell at this distance.&nbsp; No matter, once they were done, he'd probably have them both in the principal's office.<br><br>Another glance at his watch... time was ticking, and he had places to be.&nbsp; Just a few more pictures, he thought, and leave the rest for the morning.
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				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>21-10-2009, 13:53:22</strong>
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				Why did that bitch make her feel so dirty just like that filth pig that her mother was seeing, damn they were mirror opposites but they made her feel the same and that made her angry. <br><br>Bethany knew she was bright; she knew she was clever but why the hell did she never get a chance. She swore by the end of the year before he had his chance she would be out of here.<br><br>“Fuck you bitch.” The girl said as she left the Queen Bee to her drugs, it was not like they didn’t know the things that witch, did except no on dared to say anything. Unfortunately Bethany did not see what went on behind her as she left. The coughing, the spluttering and then worse…as meds and pills joined and made rather a mess.<br><br>Beth only wanted to get away and go off to the Library, and actually do something useful rather than sing Rah… Rah… The girl did not notice her history teacher, Strangely she actually liked his subject and likely knew a lot more than even he realised.<br>
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				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>21-10-2009, 14:58:03</strong>
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				There were a lot of things she didn't notice as she left school grounds and made her way towards the public library.&nbsp; She didn't notice the commotion as a number of people passed her going in the opposite direction, apparently, in quite a hurry.&nbsp; She heard the sirens and saw the ambulance speed down the road, but where it went wasn't much of a concern - she was two wrapped up in her own thoughts.<br><br>But later that night, she heard a familiar name on the evening local news that blared from the den where her mother and that shit-bag boyfriend of hers were curled-up... She stopped, listened carefully, heard the news anchor give a "heartfelt" eulogy for some cheerleader he'd never met, and probably didn't care one bit about.&nbsp; It was followed by short piece on the "horrors of teenage drug use"...<br><br><br><hr><br>Back in his modest home, Dr. Michael Cole watched the news report with great interest, as he flipped through the various images on his cell phone.&nbsp; He stood, and walked to the laptop on his desk, plugged the phone in, and downloaded the images...&nbsp; Using an anonymous account, he selected a particularly incriminating photo, and attached it to a private message on Bethany' Facebook...&nbsp; He left the text and subject blank, sending just the picture.<br><br>He wondered if she'd see it in the morning, or if she'd be up all night fretting about who it came from and what they were going to ask for next.<br><br>He smiled to himself... Tomorrow was going to be an interesting day...
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				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>21-10-2009, 15:32:25</strong>
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				Unlike most teenagers Bethany did not go to face book until the morning, she was actually doing most of her homework trying to get extra credit. She also wanted to get upstairs and lock her door before the filth pig got horny. At least in the morning he was usually snoring as was her mother so she could check then.<br><br>The girl went to the computer in the morning; at least she had not had to bear his advances last night that was something to be glad about. She was slightly more pleased than usual her homework was completed early, she had made some cash, and she had not spent the night trying to get rid of that bastard from her mouth. <br><br>Yes she was pleased…right up until she saw her face book…Bethany paled and swallowed hard. She had done nothing…they were legal…She could hear the news in the background…<br><br>The girl felt sick, she was scared, yet she knew she had to carry on as normal. Surely that was no proof, it could be anyone? Still the girl packed a bag and hid it along with any money she had just in case.<br><br>The strange thing was Bethany was not actually sad that the Bitch was dead; maybe if she had paid more attention in science then she would still be alive. Still Beth at present was not panicking, knowing she had to keep her head. <br><br>She would just act as normal today…thus the girl grabbed her bags and her books and headed into school. Nervous yes but, the girl was very good at hiding her emotions.<br>
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				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>21-10-2009, 16:29:11</strong>
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				The morning opened as he'd expected.&nbsp; Louanne's untimely death was the general talk of the day.&nbsp; Already, flowers and various "offerings" had appeared in front of the girl's locker.&nbsp; An announcement over the PA promised confidential grief counsellings to anyone who asked.<br><br>He did his best to keep his students focused on "American" history, rather than "Louanne's" history.&nbsp; During the fourth period, he continued his normal lesson while Bethany sat in her usual seat.&nbsp; He found his eyes wandering in her direction a few times more than usual, just to see if she was fidgeting at all - but he made it a point not to focus too much and draw attention to himself.<br><br>Towards the end of class, he handed back a set of essays to the class, and as the bell rang - over the din of scraping chairs and banging books, spoke loudly... "Bethany... I want to see you back here after last period - I need to talk with you about that essay..."<br><br>
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				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>21-10-2009, 17:48:13</strong>
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				Bethany appeared cold; if she did feel any guilt then it was not on her pale fine features, she hid any sign of her involvement well.<br><br>She did sneer during the day of those that wept openly and the bitches death, after all these were the ones that had been bullied by her, that had been forced to do favors for her just as Bethany had. What was there to weep about was Louanne really a loss to humanity?<br><br>Hell it wasn’t like Bethany had forced the pills on her, more like she had been forced to get them. Still the girl was a little worried by what she had seen on face book …still it proved nothing. Thus she went through the day in her usual manner, handing in her homework, listening to lectures, concentrating to get as much of an education before she had to leave.<br><br>Beth could not really see why Dr Cole needed to discuss her essay, dammit he all but ignored her in class, but she was for all her front a relatively good student. Thus at the end of school she grabbed her books ignored the flowers and headed back to class.<br><br>At least Dr Cole and a telling off was better than going home. <br>
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				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>21-10-2009, 21:58:14</strong>
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				He smiled from behind the desk as Bethany came in, and motioned for her to close the door, and gestured her towards the student's desk directly in front of his.<br><br>He shuffled papers for a bit, pretending to finish what he was working on when she came in, but actually, giving the hallways a little time to clear.<br><br>" Tell me something Bethany... Did you ever do something you knew was wrong under the assumption that nobody would ever know... nobody would be hurt... and nobody would care? "
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				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>22-10-2009, 13:31:38</strong>
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				Bethany frowned trying hard not to imagine he was taking about the slut, how would he know anything about that? No this was likely something to do with Helen copying her essay from last year or something. <br><br>Beth knew though occasionally she could be a little bit smart, she was usually a good student. In fact better than most of them, as she preferred to stay after school than go home, her homework was always in on time and all in all Beth was a grad A student save for her appearance.<br><br>“I was helping a friend out…she couldn’t do the essay Dr Cole. I didn’t think she would copy it word for word.” Beth pulled her bag back onto her shoulder; it was getting a little heavy. The piercing in her tongue clicked against her teeth as she spoke. “Look if I have to do detention that’s fine, I have work to do anyway.”<br>
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				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>22-10-2009, 14:26:10</strong>
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				Dr.Cole watched her as she started to gather her things up...&nbsp; He adopted a stern tone, though not a shouting one.<br><br>"Put your bag down, sit there, and listen to me.&nbsp; I didn't call you here about an essay.&nbsp; We're here to talk about Louanne."<br><br>He paused a moment before continuing... to gauge her reaction.&nbsp; The girl was a tough little nut, but with the right persuasion and choice of words, he was certain he could break down her guard...
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				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>22-10-2009, 15:17:05</strong>
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				Bethany looked at Dr Cole with a stony face, she was indeed hard, she was indeed cold, as far as the girl was concerned Louanne made her bed and now she was damn well lying on it, even if it was soon to be six feet under.<br><br>“I don’t know what you mean sir, kids take drugs? I don’t, see what she has to do with me. I dont touch them, I have some sense.”<br><br>The girl did put her bag down and straightened her skirt then adjusted her top. “Now Dr Cole …not that I want to be rude, but I have homework I need to do, and I cant afford to get pay someone to do it for me.”<br><br>She paused and ground her teeth, giving him a hard stare with her pale green eyes, “I could do it here if you want, a desk…is the same as any other,”<br><br>Threats no longer scared Bethany nether did a strict voice. <br>
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				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>22-10-2009, 16:19:41</strong>
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				"No... I'm sure you don't take drugs, you're too smart for that.&nbsp; But selling them... now that's not very bright.&nbsp; In fact ", he waved the camera phone, "the pictures on here seem to indicate a variety of crimes."<br><br>He paused for a moment, and when it looked as if she might speak, he started again, "Let's take inventory.&nbsp; I know they couldn't have been prescribed for you, so there's theft of prescription drugs, then sale of them, sale to a minor, and within 1 mile of a school so the penalties double, and we'll add manslaughter to that just so we can round it out...&nbsp; I'd say you're in a pretty big pot of hot water, and feeding me attitude isn't going to make things any easier on you..."<br><br>He directed his stare directly in her eyes, and kept his stern expression as he waited for her to digest what he'd said...
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				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>22-10-2009, 17:43:55</strong>
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				Bethany put down her bags of books and tilted her head her tongue clicked once more against her teeth. Her mother’s boyfriend had played the intimidation game once too often and the girl was becoming less intimidated by it.<br><br>The girl sat down on the desk rather than behind it.<br><br>“So I am in hot water, I see it as an accident that was actually a benefit to society.”<br><br>Bethany swung her long legs pretending she was not afraid as she sat on the desk. “I mean the silly cow should have checked side effects. Are you telling me you will cry into your pillow tonight over her death?”<br><br>“It’s not like I have any money….is it. ” She returned Dr Coles gaze. She was becoming afraid, though but Bethany never showed fear. <br>
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				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>22-10-2009, 19:12:55</strong>
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				He gave her a smile first, then chuckled...<br><br>"Beth... I don't want your money.&nbsp; And cry in my pillow?&nbsp; No.&nbsp; Honestly, I couldn't care less.&nbsp; One more dead cheerleader isn't going to make one tiny bit of difference to the world.&nbsp; But courts don't see things that way.&nbsp; At your age, you could even be tried as an adult.&nbsp; So regardless of how <em>you</em> see things, a judge and jury are gonna see her weeping parents and send you packing.&nbsp; If your lucky, a juvenile facility until you're at least 20... and if not... Well... I did some checking - selling the drugs alone can mean a 7 year sentence."<br><br>He watched her carefully... she wasn't going to give in to anything easily, so he was going to have to be patient... "Don't rush things, " he told himself... "Patience will bring results..."
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				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>23-10-2009, 13:44:26</strong>
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				“I didn’t steal them, unless you class taking them from the medicine cabinet in my house theft?”&nbsp; Beth continued to swing her legs; her boots seemed larger on her slim form.<br><br>“I can cry and say she forced me to do it, the fact is its not that far from the truth Dr Cole.” She tilted her head to one side. “Do you honestly think I am afraid of you…”Yes she was afraid of what might happen, she was afraid of prison, but Beth never showed it.<br><br>Beth had learned not to show anything since her mother had started seeing her new boyfriend. She also knew not to ‘tell anything'.<br><br>“You and I both know the bitch was asking for it, as I say if she can’t do the research then she pays the price. Maybe if she had spent more time studying and less time on her lipstick shades she would be alive.”<br><br>There was another pause and Beth took pause. “So you think you have me do you? So what do you want?” the girl even gave a slight chuckle. <br>
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				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>23-10-2009, 14:37:25</strong>
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				It was the swinging legs that gave her away...&nbsp; She still didn't realize the certainty of what would happen if he distributed the photos..&nbsp; So he decided to inject just a little more "certainty" and then let her stew on it for a while...<br><br>"Well... since the bottle didn't have YOUR name on it, than yes - it's theft.&nbsp; And it doesn't matter one bit whether she deserved it or not, and personally, I don't care.&nbsp; But I'll tell you what... Go home tonight... go use your computer and look up what I looked up yesterday.&nbsp; It's all there on-line.&nbsp; You can see the descriptions of all the crimes you'll be convicted of - and you WILL be convicted - that is, IF I decide to come forward with everything I have."<br><br>"So... you can go now."&nbsp; He waved towards the door.&nbsp; "Come back here tomorrow, after last period... and we'll talk some more.&nbsp; Maybe by then, you'll have a better handle on the situation Hmmm?"<br><br>He smiled at her then... not a smile that indicated he thought something was funny, but that special kind of smile one makes when one knows he's about to win a chess match, and his opponent just hasn't seen it yet...
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				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>23-10-2009, 16:30:11</strong>
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				Bethany did not return home straight away, she hated home instead she went to the Library and started to study on the things that Dr Cole had told her, she was becoming afraid more than a little afraid.<br><br>The girl was aware that even in death that bitch would give her hell, everyone would feel so terrible about the pretty cheerleader and they would likely make a lovely example of the Goth chick.<br><br>Of course she could plead all sorts of extenuating circumstances…but that was only a maybe.<br><br>What Beth needed to know was what this bastard Cole wanted…Bath did not go home though until her mother hand the Pig were asleep. She sat up most of the night wondering if she could deal with prison.<br><br><br>The next day Beth was less vocal in class she was tired and was thinking about the end of the day. She didn’t even want to consider his terms. Yet what could he really do, some of her just wanted to come clean and go to the police but again the girl knew her image would not do her any favors.<br><br>By the end of the day Beth had lost a little attitude but still she was not going to show anyone that she was scared. Thus when she walked into the classroom, the girl hid anything behind a hard mask.<br><br>“You wanted to see me Dr Cole?” she put her books down on the desk and sat down beside them. Though a little on the slim side, she was certainly palatable to look at even with the few piercings she had. <br>
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				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>23-10-2009, 18:21:36</strong>
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				He watched Bethany's body language as she sauntered in.&nbsp; She was trying to appear nonchalant, but he could see from the turn of her eyes, and the way she sat down, that she was a little on the tired side... It appeared to him that she'd had - at the very least - a restless night...&nbsp; That would work to his advantage.&nbsp; What she was expecting now, of course, was for him to tell her his "terms", which he assumed she'd also expect, included sex.<br><br>He waited a few moments after she sat, and decided to do a little test... Something innocuous just to gauge her level of complacency without necessarily tipping her off that he was evaluating her...&nbsp; With a stern expression he said, "Sit on the chair - behind the desk, not on it, and put the books on the floor."
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				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>23-10-2009, 18:34:58</strong>
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				“I don’t like to put books on the floor Dr Cole that is not where they should be.” The girl sounded a touch defiant as she spoke “I believe you have said that yourself.” Beth swallowed and took a breath. She did walk behind the desk and sat in the chair.<br><br>However the pile of books and her bag remained on the desk. The girl clicked her tongue piercing against her teeth.<br><br>“I did look up what might happen…but there is a lot to take into account sir, things like my terrible home life…the fact I might be depressed, or any other issues that are too numerous to mention.”<br><br>He watched her move a little nervously when she mentioned her home life, it was not something Beth liked to mention. She soon recovered though. “Look at me Sir; I am a product of my fucking environment.|”<br><br>Beth leaned forward on her desk behind her books.<br>
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				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>23-10-2009, 18:51:52</strong>
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				Mike smiled to himself... she was doing her very best to play it tough, and maintain her attitude, but she was starting to make mistakes... mistakes caused by nervousness and worry no doubt.&nbsp; Now was the time to assert his position.<br><br>He stood up from his seat behind the desk, moved to the front of it, and sat... this put him significantly above Bethanny, and from that position of authority, he spoke again, looking downwards and with a touch of anger... "<em>Put the books on the floor NOW.</em>"
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				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>23-10-2009, 19:07:28</strong>
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				“Fine I can do that Dr Cole if that’s what you want.” Most teenagers would have knocked the books on the floor or flung then across the room, Bethany did not. The girl was careful with the pile and placed them beside her carefully. <br><br>The man caught a glimpse of her breasts as she bent over.&nbsp; Beth pulled up her top a little, kicking herself for wearing this particular outfit. Yet he would not look at her in that way surely…<br><br>Bethany hated herself for flinching again when he shouted at her but she hoped he did not notice it.<br>
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				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>23-10-2009, 19:37:48</strong>
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				He watched her... Instead of showing anger at his scolding, she had complied.&nbsp; That was a good sign indeed.&nbsp; He altered his tone now, taking on almost a fatherly demeanor.<br><br>"You are a product of your environment Beth... but only partially.&nbsp; I've met your mother at parent-teacher conferences.&nbsp; We both know she's not very bright.&nbsp; But you?&nbsp; No... you're smart.&nbsp; You work hard, and you get good grades.&nbsp; So the only thing that's a product of your environment is your attitude."<br><br>"Now... you're going to have to be, as the state would say, "rehabilitated".&nbsp; The only choice you need to make, is how that's going to happen.&nbsp; It could happen in juvenile hall - where you'd hardly be able to get a good quality education, and any chance you might have at a good university, degree, and bright future would be gone.&nbsp; Or, it could happen in jail - in which case, all of that would be gone, and along with it, half of your adult life and any chance of a job that doesn't involve a name tag and a hair net.&nbsp; But, there's another choice... you could choose option three..."<br><br>He stopped there, not saying anything more.. wondering if she'd take the bait he'd carefully laid out...
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				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>24-10-2009, 10:42:02</strong>
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				The main reason the girl had not thrown the books onto the floor was that Beth had far too much respect for the books, in fact the girl had a whole lot more respect for them than she did people.<br><br>“My attitude? Dr Cole, don’t think you are the first to complain, about that.” It was worth remembering too that she had changed after her mother took in her latest boyfriend, and this one had stayed longer than most. “Mother has even talked of rehabilitation, so it’s not exactly a new concept. Maybe Juvenile Hall will be better than…” The girl snorted and did not finish the sentence. All she knew was she was going to be out of home as soon as she could.<br><br>Beth narrowed her eyes at the man, “Well then what’s option three, anger management classes?”<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>24-10-2009, 12:55:10</strong>
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				"OK..." he said to himself... "this is it - time to put the cards on the table..."<br><br>He looked directly in her eyes as he spoke, "No... but it's the ONLY one that guarantees your education.&nbsp; As a matter of fact, not only will you finish high school, but you'll probably be able to write your ticket to almost any university.&nbsp; You'll emerge successful, and with a bright future."<br><br>He paused a moment, then decided - on the spot - to take things one step further than he'd originally planned.&nbsp; There was something in what Beth had said... the way she'd stopped short.&nbsp; It had put the finishing pieces into a jigsaw puzzle, or so he thought.&nbsp; He crossed his mental fingers, and continued - his tone becoming firm, but not angry.<br><br>"Option three, is you agree to have <em>Me</em> manage your rehabilitation.&nbsp; You'll live in my house, and follow my rules.&nbsp; You'll do EVERYTHING you're told to do.&nbsp; I will teach you structure, discipline, respect, and self control."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>24-10-2009, 15:57:58</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Bethany had to admit that for the most the option three sounded more than tempting, no one knew just how tempting it was. This was a way out of the situation she was in, and the one she had at ‘home’. Still Beth had grown less trusting through the years since her father and brother had died.<br><br>“I’m tempted …don’t think I am not, but you know I don’t need any lessons is respect…I give respect to those that earn it. Discipline…that you know is a joke, I turn up to lessons on time, I hand all my homework in on time, I only question when I think a theory is crap.”<br><br>Bethany sighed then but her eyes remained locked with Dr Cole’s she was thinking about the situation, and it appeared for the moment better than any other offer she was likely to get. “If you think my Mother and her scum man friend are happy with it, I’ll take you up on it."<br><br>Nothing could be worse than that fat filthy bastard filling her mouth.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>24-10-2009, 18:57:27</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike almost, but didn't, display his surprise.&nbsp; He'd expected a good bit more push-back, or at least, questions from her.&nbsp; But it was a good sign.&nbsp; It meant that she'd accepted the fact that her actions would result in her incarceration, one way or another, and that option wasn't palatable.&nbsp; It also meant that his evaluation of her home situation was probably spot-on.<br><br>He nodded, studied her for a moment, then adopted an authoritative tone.<br><br>"Good.&nbsp; It will take the good part of the week to make arrangements.&nbsp; I will handle this.&nbsp; Our agreement is between you and me.&nbsp; You will not share your situation with anyone else, you will not discuss any element of it - that includes your mother and her "<em>scum man friend"</em> as you call him.&nbsp; I will deal with them.&nbsp; Should you ever disclose anything, it will end immediately, and you'll be left with the first two options back on the table."<br><br>He waited a moment, gave her a chance to process what he'd said... then issued his first, very simple test.<br><br>"Now, go home, and get some rest.&nbsp; After school tomorrow, I want to see you back here..."&nbsp; Another pause... then... "<em>Without</em> those piercings on your face and tongue."<br><br>He stood then, and gestured dismissively towards the door.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>25-10-2009, 10:15:48</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth picked up her pile of books and walked nonchalantly, yeah right she would tale all her peircings out, maybe a couple to make him happy but not all of them. The girls head was still swimming; she was beginning to wonder if she had just done something stupid, or rather more stupid than getting those pills for Louanne. Still surely the man had no ulterior motives; he was not like that filth pig…<br><br>In away this was more of a blessing, she could get on with her work would not be harassed. The only thing that worried her a little was would he start beating on her mother again. Beth would have felt guilty about that if her mother had done anything to stop that bastard. Yes at least the girl knew she would not have to worry about having to give him his ‘special present’ he had even threatened to bring a friend over. That was likely just idle talk because Beth could not see that he would have any friends.<br><br>Beth went to the Library then and studied until it closed and then made her way home, at least today she managed to sneak in and get upstairs without anyone knowing. The girl did not sleep well that night either but used her time productively studying late into the night. He must have been too drunk that night because she had no late night call.<br><br>Her day at school was usual, everyone was still mourning the death of the silly bitch, the girl could not believe how many hypocrites there were in this school. Beth would put her last dollar on the ‘new’ cheerleader jumping for joy in private.<br><br>The clock ticked away and the girl watched it right up until it was time to see Dr Cole. She walked in with an armful of books and placed them on the desk behind her and then stood, her harms folded across her chest. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>25-10-2009, 14:32:20</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike just watched her for a moment... standing there with her typical "yeah, what of it" pose and expression.&nbsp; He was going to have to do something about that - but now wasn't the time.&nbsp; There were more important things to deal with.&nbsp; The most important one being the fact that she'd failed to follow his first instruction.&nbsp; She'd removed a few of the piercings, but not all of them.<br><br>He shook his head back and forth, disapprovingly and with a disappointed expression, spoke sternly from his place behind the desk, hand folded...<br><br>"I thought we were quite clear about this agreement.&nbsp; <em>You do as your told, and you follow MY rules</em>.&nbsp; Be assured, I'm not going to play games with you.&nbsp; I take this <em>very</em> seriously, and you'd better start doing the same.&nbsp; Otherwise, this arrangement will be closed, and in short order you'll find yourself wearing an orange jumpsuit and picking up trash by the side of the road while men with shotguns stand around and make offhand comments about your ass every time you bend over.&nbsp; Now.. take the rest of that metal off of your face."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>25-10-2009, 15:38:13</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Bethany waited for a moment studying Dr Cole, her pale eyes watching his body language as much as he was watching hers. She was wondering if he was playing games or if he meant it. After a short while the girl decided to err on the side of caution and started to remove the few bits of metal that were left on her face.<br><br>She clicked her tongue against her teeth; she had always used that to make the whole business with the filth pig take much less time. Still at least perhaps it would not be needed any more thus Beth started removing that too.<br><br>A few peircings remained in her ears, but Beth was not sure if he meant them too.<br><br>The girl remained quiet and watched Doctor Cole. She wondered exactly what the man was doing, and why?<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>26-10-2009, 15:40:23</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He nodded as the remaining piercings came out.<br><br>"I want you to listen to me Bethany, and listen <em>very</em> carefully.&nbsp; This isn't a joke.&nbsp; This isn't a game.&nbsp; If you don't start taking it seriously, I will take the option off of the table.&nbsp; If you thought, even for one moment, that this would be an easy ride, you're sadly mistaken.&nbsp; In fact, if you fail to adopt the correct attitude quickly, you'll make it harder on yourself than if you <em>were</em> in jail or juvenile hall.&nbsp; What makes you worth redeeming, is the fact that you're intelligent, and can actually have a bright future - but ONLY if you start playing by the rules."<br><br>Mike stood and walked to the door - locking it - then sat back down and removed some papers from his briefcase.&nbsp; He placed them on the desk, the writing facing her.&nbsp; Along side it, he laid a pen.<br><br>"Read it carefully, " he told her, "then sign it.&nbsp; This entire arrangement is a commitment you need to make, both to me, and yourself."<br><br>Mike had taken great care to have the wording perfect... He'd spent two years in law school before deciding to pursue instead, his doctorate and become a teacher.&nbsp; What he'd learned there had been useful on a number of occasions.&nbsp; The text included a time line, which began the day before, and ended on her "acceptance and attendance of an accredited, nonprofit, university bachelor's degree program".&nbsp; It included carefully worded paragraphs that indicated she would "defer to his authority at all times", "obey any and all commands", "perform any and all assigned tasks".&nbsp; It made mention of a number of actions that would result in the agreement terminating with all the collected evidence provided to the authorities, among them "acknowledgement of the existence of this contract to anyone other than the 'undersigned' ", "repeated failures to adhere to other elements of the contract" and "any attempt to inflict harm (bodily or otherwise) " on him.&nbsp; There was additional wording to protect him even after the completion of her rehabilitation term.&nbsp; It was 5 pages long, with space on the bottom for two signatures.&nbsp; He'd already signed and dated one of the lines...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>26-10-2009, 16:46:52</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Bethany studied through the five pages; though she was intelligent there was a lot of ‘jargon’ in there that she did not understand, the girl could not see that there was any harm in her signing, after all taking out some of her peircings and doing extra homework was hardly a bad thing.<br><br>Also his option got her away from home, and nothing could be worse than there could it. After some deliberation Beth took out her pen pausing just once more, wondering if she could trust this teacher. Eventually she decided that yes she had to for now it was her only option, after all he was a history teacher…<br><br>“I don’t think anything to do with education is a joke.” Her eyes were still defiant, “Its all we have, it’s the only thing to keep a person sane.”<br><br>With that said Beth signed, there was a sickening feeling in the base of her stomach as she did.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>26-10-2009, 18:16:54</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He watched her sign... watched her hesitate at first... then the signature came, and with it, her commitment to the deal.&nbsp; He took back the pen and papers, placed them back in his briefcase, then opened the desk drawer and withdrew a small box.&nbsp; He placed it on the desk.<br><br>"Tomorrow is Friday.&nbsp; Tonight, you'll pack a duffel and bring it with you.&nbsp; After school tomorrow, you will bring it, your books, and yourself back to this room.&nbsp; You may bring <em>one</em> and only one, large duffel bag - so choose carefully what you pack.&nbsp; You'll be leaving with me, and it's doubtful you'll see your old home again for quite some time.&nbsp; You will also bring with you any medical records you have, and a prescription history."<br><br>He paused a moment... then with an almost scolding look, "and make sure it's <em>your own</em> not your mother's - speaking of which - she and I had a long conversation today.&nbsp; She's agreed not to interfere with our arrangement."&nbsp; <br><br>"Now..." , he pointed at the box, "put the piercings in there... and along with it, any other jewelry you're wearing.&nbsp; Earrings, bangles, necklaces, rings... all of it.&nbsp; From this point forward, jewelry of any kind is forbidden."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>26-10-2009, 19:03:44</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Bethany took off all her rings slowly and placed them in the box; she took out all of her peircings, it upset her more than a little that her mother would so easily wash her hands of her. The girl realized how little she meant to the woman that had birthed her, and realized why she did not care what that bastard had been forcing her to do.<br><br>At least she took out all of the visible piercings. <br><br>“Dr Cole" Beth took a breath and spoke again." I can do that except, would you mind …if I took out some at home and…there are some I cant reach…I’ll need some…help.” Bethany did not want to let this man to watch her take out the more private ones. Also the bars across the back of her neck and the ones on her spine were a little more difficult to remove.<br>&nbsp;<br>Those ones maybe he could help with...but the others were for home.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>26-10-2009, 19:30:03</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He considered her request for a moment... At first, he'd had half a mind to scold her, but held back to think about it clearly first.&nbsp; <br><br>The piercings he'd seen on her, he'd assumed were all there was.&nbsp; A stupid assumption, to be certain, but he'd thought that Bethany was more show than anything else... it made him wonder what was going on in that house she lived in.&nbsp; That was something he'd need to find out.&nbsp; <br><br>The fact that she had a tongue stud had already alerted him to something. Beth didn't have a boyfriend that he'd ever seen, and the piercing she'd dropped in the box was definitely the kind designed for fallacio.&nbsp; On Friday night, the two of them were going to have a conversation about it - that was for certain.<br><br>He'd agree to her request, but not, of course, without a price...<br><br>"very well, " he nodded, "but, I want you to put them all in an envelope, and bring them with you.&nbsp; Each one, tagged with a label indicating where it came from."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>26-10-2009, 19:52:46</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth did everything Dr Cole asked and removed the rings from her nipples and also the one from her clitoris which as yet which had not been used, that was her most recent one, that the bastard had made her have just as an extra treat when he took her.<br><br>Each one Beth labeled trying not to cry because she never cried, she had not cried for a long time.<br><br>She could only take a few out of her spine and neck, hopefully Dr Cole might understand that the girl could not reach them all. They were very different to the ones in more erotic places. Those ones were reminders of what she really was.<br><br>Beth packed some clothes and some books and a bag of toiletries in her bag along with the envelope that had been asked for.<br><br>What ever had happened that night before Beth was yet more subdued and was sporting a black eye when she came to Dr Coles room. She entered it, still trying to keep some of her attitude though it was growing harder to do so. <br><br>The girl handed over the envelope, and tried not to blush then she added “Some of the ones in my back I can’t reach Dr Cole.” <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>26-10-2009, 20:15:57</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike immediately frowned when she came into the room.&nbsp; The black eye was a surprise.&nbsp; He gestured her to a seat and nodded, taking the envelope and placing it on his desk, but not opening it quite yet.&nbsp; He would review them in front of her, of course, but right now. There was something more pressing that needed to be resolved.<br><br>"We'll talk about the remaining ones tonight, after supper.&nbsp; First, I want you to sit down, and tell me what happened to your eye..."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>26-10-2009, 21:03:11</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Bethany could not look at Doctor Cole knowing there was no point in lying to him, she had managed it before but this was different. The girl bit her lip and swallowed hard, she had never admitted anything like this before.<br><br>“He hit me, because I took out the metal in my tongue. Normally he does not let it show but he was angry.”<br><br>Beth closed her eyes tight and took a deep breath she was not going to show the other bruises, the bastard had made her hide for this long.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>26-10-2009, 21:13:47</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike swore to himself... This was not turning out as he'd expected.&nbsp; But of course, there was never any guarantee he'd have gotten as far as he had already.&nbsp; If he was careful, however, he might be able to turn things to his advantage anyway...<br><br>"I'm going to assume you're referring to your mothers live-in boyfriend.&nbsp; Well, no matter - that ended last night.&nbsp; Starting today, you have a new life."<br><br>He placed two pieces of paper on the desk, writing facing her again.&nbsp; Both were legal documents, and both bore her mother's signature.&nbsp; The first, was a legal surrender of parental rights.&nbsp; The second bore his own signature as well - a legal appointment of guardianship.<br><br>While she absorbed that little piece of information, he opened the envelope, and scattered the contents on the desk...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>26-10-2009, 21:43:20</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				“Yes he…but you don’t need to know.” She looked at the papers on the desk,&nbsp; her mother really had been that cold, even though Beth knew she had been taking the pain for her mother.<br><br>The girl looked at the documents again there was a sense of relief in many ways. Still Beth remained quiet and her head was down especially when he cast her piercings over the desk.<br><br>“He…he …made me…” she paused “Then I had others the ones he did not like.” <br><br>“Can we not stay here Doctor Cole…please?” Beth was so embarrassed at having been beaten so that it showed. Also the contents of the envelope made Beth feel ill, because someone else had seen them. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>26-10-2009, 22:51:00</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				"No."&nbsp; He answered her simply, and without explanation.&nbsp; "Start doing your homework."<br><br>He turned from her, towards the metal on the desk.&nbsp; There was a lot more than he'd expected.&nbsp; He shook his head as he reviewed them.&nbsp; Knowing the impact already, and knowing she had to focus on her work, he made a point of taking each one individually, reading the tag, and inspecting it.&nbsp; He maintained as emotionless an expression as he could muster.&nbsp; There was more than one that he had to stop himself from raising to his nose for a sniff.<br><br>He was having a very hard time keeping his own mind clear.&nbsp; Work at the house was finished.&nbsp; He'd gotten quite a lot done in just a few days, but he was beginning to feel the fatigue from the late nights - though he never showed that to Beth.&nbsp; But it wasn't fatigue that was occupying his brain, it was the expectation - wondering what her reactions would be once she realized exactly what her "program" was going to be...&nbsp; "Soon enough, " he told himself, "just keep doing what you're doing... one step at a time..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>27-10-2009, 12:24:54</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Bethany breathed a sigh of relief when he only asked her to do her homework, in many ways that was a pleasure, for she actually enjoyed the learning process. The girl still felt the pain of the fact her mother had given her up so easily, or was it that her mother had decided that she would be safer elsewhere, not that it really mattered now it was done. If it meant she could do her home work in piece and not have to be scared to go home that was a good thing. It was all Beth really wanted. <br><br>If he wanted to have her remove a few bits of metal that was fine with her, at least Beth thought she would finally get a good education and have some prospects.<br><br>He saw that Beth did appear to enjoy her work and did it diligently the girl was certainly bright, but that already showed in her grades. Even with a troubled home life she got better grades than most of the other students.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>27-10-2009, 14:37:14</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He finished going through the piercings... placed them in the box with the rest, and put the box in his briefcase, along with the rest of the legal papers, then graded some tests while she worked.&nbsp; At about four thirty, he picked up his papers and packed his case.<br><br>"Pack up your things... time to go."<br><br>He didn't help her with any of what she had - both her books and the fully packed bag, but simply walked in front of her towards the teacher's parking lot.&nbsp; He went in the same direction as he had when the entire affair had started, past the athletic fields, where again, the kids from detention were sitting on the step, and the football team and cheerleaders were going thorough their brief congregation after practice.&nbsp; Every so often, he checked behind him to make sure she was keeping up...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>27-10-2009, 15:47:33</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth was rather ad to finish her work, she liked the peace and quiet and had found a rather interesting chapter in one of her books about Medieval Britain, it was something she had been doing for extra credit. Perhaps Dr Cole might talk to her about it later; she was interested in a few points about heresy and the church as well as the morality plays.<br><br>Still that did not matter, silently Bethany packed up her books and carried them she had not expected help she never did. The girl simply followed still considering the works she had just been reading.<br><br>Some of the cheerleaders called out to her as she passed, calling her unsavory names, she just reminded them she had her bow fingers&nbsp; as it was far more civilized than just using one.<br><br>Much as Beth wanted to give them some abuse back verbally she refrained. And continued to follow Doctor Cole to his car.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>27-10-2009, 16:02:33</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				She'd done better than he expected on the walk to the car.&nbsp; He knew there would be some heckling from the field, especially on seeing her walking with him.&nbsp; Likely, there would be more in school on Monday.&nbsp; It was rare, if ever, that a student left with a teacher.&nbsp; There would be rumors among the students and she would have to cope with them silently.&nbsp; The other teachers had already been briefed on his guardianship, and had offered words of encouragement.&nbsp; But they had no idea of the true nature of things.<br><br>He opened the trunk, let her drop her belongings, then unlocked the doors, motioning her to the passenger seat as he stepped in himself, and started the engine...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>27-10-2009, 18:56:59</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Bethany put her books and her duffle bag into the boot of the car she remained quiet, still unsure of what might happen, but nothing could be worse than home. Home and the threats that had been given. She slammed it shut and took a deep breath.<br><br>After than Beth climbed into the car quietly and put on her seatbelt she curled her knees up to her chest and rested her chin on them in a rather defensive position. Still she said nothing deciding to just remain quiet for now it was safer. <br><br>The question was why was Doctor Cole doing this, it was surely not out of the goodness of his heart.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>27-10-2009, 19:09:28</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He'd always wanted a nice home, but prices in the main part of town were too high, so he'd opted for one a bit on the outskirts.&nbsp; Here, the ground wasn't very level, so properties were large and mostly wooded.&nbsp; Long driveways usually made two or three curves before they reached the homes, significantly higher up than the narrow roadway.<br><br>He took note of her position, and didn't speak during the ride.&nbsp; Turning up the drive, he used the remote to open the garage door, and drove straight inside.<br><br>He opened the trunk with the remote release, then turned to her, "Get your things out of the back, and bring them inside."&nbsp; He stepped from the car, rounded the back, and took the few steps up to the door leaving her again, to bring up the rear.&nbsp; He went immediately into his den, tossed a few pieces of wood on to the rack, and started a fire.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>27-10-2009, 19:20:41</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The girl was not sure what she had done this place seemed more remote than her own home but at least it was quiet, somewhere that she could study hopefully. She expected that Dr Cole hand many interesting books on history, which was a subject she was interested in.<br><br>Beth took out her bags, struggling a little but managing them as she entered the house somewhat nervously. Now she was not in a recognized environment the girl was growing more nervous and anxious. Yet she followed the man into the house, not having many other options.<br><br>The girl did however look at the area around should she have to run off.<br><br>Still she remained silent at started biting her already non existent nails, now chewing on the skin around them.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>27-10-2009, 19:32:49</strong>
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				Mike called her to him in the den... showed her where to drop her things temporarily, then, as he finished with the fire, led her down the hall and up the stairway.&nbsp; To the right was a large bathroom, with both a shower and tub.&nbsp; He'd taken care to stock it with the necessities, but nothing special.&nbsp; There was shampoo, soap, deodorant, and lotion.&nbsp; He gestured her inside.<br><br>"Take a shower and get yourself all cleaned-up.&nbsp; Throw everything you're wearing into the laundry chute here," he gestured to the wall.&nbsp; "There's a nice robe hanging on the back door for you.&nbsp; When you're done, put it on and come down to the den."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>27-10-2009, 19:51:19</strong>
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				Beth was not sure whether to be afraid or not but she could not see anything worrying in her having a shower, in fact it would be pleasant to not be afraid that someone would come in. The girl tried to shut the images from her mind of some of the times when she had taken a shower at home, it was degrading and still brought a terrible taste to her mouth.<br><br>The girl cleaned herself and took some time; again she was enjoying the peace and the thought of privacy. Beth was embarrassed though, of the bruises and the belt marks but then Dr Cole would not see them.<br><br>The girl knotted a towel above her head and put on her clean underwear then the robe that had been offered to her after that Beth did as instructed and put her clothes in the laundry chute.<br><br>It was only then that she went to find her teacher.<br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>27-10-2009, 20:09:25</strong>
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				Mike was waiting in the den.&nbsp; He new that Beth would be taking a long time in the shower... she'd spend as much time there as she could, in private, before coming down.&nbsp; He knew she was nervous, out of her element.&nbsp; He allowed her the time.&nbsp; When she came downstairs finally, she'd find him seated comfortably near the fire.<br><br>He gestured her towards him, "Come... "<br><br>His finger pointed at a spot on the rug between him and the fireplace.&nbsp; There was no other chair anywhere near that spot...
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>27-10-2009, 20:19:45</strong>
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				Sitting on the floor was not really an issue she had done it too many times before, and the warmth from the fire was pleasant, it gave her cheeks a slight glow. Beth did look different without all the metal in her face, it made her look a lot younger for a start.<br><br>Looking at her face though the black eye was still prominent as were the dark rings around her eyes.<br><br>When she sat next to the flames Beth curled herself up again, protecting her self. I seemed instinctive something she had learned. It was about protecting herself. After all there was no one else that would protect her.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>27-10-2009, 20:37:25</strong>
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				Mike frowned as she sat on the rug.<br><br>"I didn't tell you to sit.&nbsp; Now, get up, take the towel from your head, and remove the bathrobe, " He pointed at a hook near the side of the fireplace, "Hang it neatly, then stand in front of me, hands at your side."<br><br>His expression was as emotionless as he could make it, and he kept his legs crossed.&nbsp; The heavy book he was reading moved onto his lap, effectively hiding his excitement from her.&nbsp; It was <em>imperative</em> he move carefully, he reminded himself.&nbsp; He would have to do this a little at a time, otherwise he'd risk her bolting in favor her other two options, and that was something he could not allow to happen.&nbsp; Too much was invested already.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>27-10-2009, 21:21:56</strong>
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				Beth stood up, this was such an alien environment, she could not understand what was happening was this a game? Was he playing with her?<br><br>Beth did not like games Beth did not play them. He watched her eyes flick towards the door, as she tried to remember the route out of this place.<br><br>After some deliberations Beth closed her eyes and removed the robe, still working out escape lines as she had many times, but she really did not imagine Dr Cole had anything … he was not like…<br><br>The man saw her then, she was a little too thin, obviously she did not eat properly or was not fed properly, and either was possible. However it was the bruises and the occasional bite mark on her body that were most apparent.&nbsp; Bethany looked down and tried had to hide them.<br><br>A few of the piercings in her spine remained; these were the ones Beth could not reach. <br><br>Her underwear was very plain and black, a contrast to her plain skin. A number of tattoos danced over her body but they were less prominent than the other injuries that had been done.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>27-10-2009, 21:34:39</strong>
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				He looked at the half-naked girl standing in front of him.&nbsp; The bruises and marks stood out with striking clarity, and he hadn't realized how thin she was under all that black goth-type clothing.&nbsp; This was not playing out at all the way he'd originally expected, but things would fall into place soon enough, as long as he was very careful about how he proceeded.&nbsp; Right now, he needed her to feel extremely vulnerable, but at the same time, safe.&nbsp; This dichotomy was the key.<br><br>"You were told to put on the robe that was hanging from the door.&nbsp; I made no mention of panties, underwear, or anything else.&nbsp; Take them off, then stand with your hands at your sides.&nbsp; The marks and bruises are nothing to be ashamed of."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>27-10-2009, 22:12:41</strong>
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				Bethany looked at the Doctor, she blinked at him her long wet hair was now falling messily over her shoulders and she could feel the water from the shower dripping down her back.<br><br>The girl, swallowed hard unsure what was happening, it felt like some bizarre nightmare, had she steeped from the frying pan and into a terrible bonfire. Again her eyes looked to the door she almost timed her steps…but with nothing more than underwear on how far could she get. <br><br>Was it better the devil you know….but did she know him?<br><br>Beth took off her bra, her breasts were small and one bore more bite marks and a small tattoo. Her nipples were still pink though enticing to the eye, with each breath her breasts rose and fell.<br><br>The girl took off her panties then, she had a young mound and though not shaven it was trimmed neatly. Beth did not cry though she bit her lip as she put her hands by her side. The girls head was bowed, wishing this to be over.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>27-10-2009, 22:46:11</strong>
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				He looked at her... naked as the day she was born... well... almost.&nbsp; That would be remedied over time.&nbsp; He had seen her eyes going to the door, but she'd decided, at least for the time being, to comply.&nbsp; So now, it was up to him.&nbsp; First she had to learn to trust him, otherwise, none of his other plans for her would be successful.<br><br>So he let his eyes wander over her body... took it in.&nbsp; He would enjoy that body - enjoy it most completely.&nbsp; But he would make it more to his liking first, and in the meantime, allow her to settle into some changes a little at a time.<br><br>He put on a more kind expression, motioned her forward, towards him, then used his hand on her arm to turn her around.&nbsp; "Kneel down, " he told her, "Let's get the last of this metal out of your skin."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>28-10-2009, 10:36:45</strong>
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				The girl flinched when he touched her arm though she did comply; he was seeing something very different in Bethany. Without her amour and in a strange place he could see what her home life had created. The veneer was breaking away now before his very eyes.<br><br>She looked to the door again but at least the doctor’s voice was not one which burned her ears and threatened pain, thus the turned and knelt down, he could see she had already taken out a few but there were a number left. The process must have been painful, about as painful as the tattoo that graced the pale skin on her back.<br><br>He saw Beth tensed; she closed her eyes and clenched her teeth. The girl said nothing, making sure she would not cry out.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>28-10-2009, 16:25:08</strong>
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				He brushed his fingertips gently on her back.&nbsp; He could see the redness still, from where the other piercings had been removed.&nbsp; These were not recent, they'd been there a long time and the skin had tightened around them.&nbsp; He could see her muscles tense, and knew that removing these last ones would hurt.&nbsp; There were five of them.<br><br>He moved slowly, and carefully.&nbsp; He interspersed the tugs at the metal bars with gentle, soothing strokes on her back.&nbsp; It was a disgrace how her body had been treated.&nbsp; It was fine to inflict pain as punishment, but damage like this showed a perceived lack of value, and that angered him.<br><br>The thought caused him to physically pause... What was going on in his head?&nbsp; He knew that he wanted this girl in the worst way.&nbsp; He wanted her body, and her mind.&nbsp; But he also wanted to protect her.&nbsp; There was a difference between discipline and abuse - and this girl was abused.&nbsp; Based on the locations of some of the piercings she'd already removed, he knew it was sexual in nature as well.&nbsp; What he was doing this very moment, though, a court would likely consider "sexual abuse", but he knew better.&nbsp; What he was doing, and would be in the future, was certainly "illegal" but the desired result, he knew, would be worthwhile.&nbsp; She'd emerge from this experience stronger, well behaved, disciplined, and successful.&nbsp; He shook his head quickly to clear it, and returned to the task at hand.<br><br>He continued working to remove the last of the metal from her skin.&nbsp; It would take quite some time for the skin to heal.&nbsp; Moving his palm over a particularly vicious bite mark on her left shoulder, he leaned down and spoke to her softly, "Talk to me Beth...&nbsp; Who did this to you?&nbsp; How did this happen?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>28-10-2009, 17:44:28</strong>
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				Bethany flinched as each bar was removed she even flinched at the Doctor stroked her back, it was painful but still all that was released was a her exhaling through her teeth and a few glistening tears on her lashes that no one would ever have a chance to see.<br><br>“Who did it?” the girl tried to move her shoulder away from him, “Who do…do you think.?” Her head was bowed now and her wet hair dripped onto her pale smooth thighs. <br><br>Beth swallowed so hard now and kept a sob from her throat pushing it back deep inside. “It doesn’t matter.. when my dad… I mean my real one died. It’s the man my …mother is with…he…well he doesn’t like me. He thinks it’s…” <br><br>Right about now even admitting it made her feel sick., made her feel filthy, “He normally makes it so it doesn’t show, but he was really pissy last night because my tongue was not the way he liked.”<br><br>As the last of the metal went so Beth felt very vulnerable. "What do you want Doctor Cole?" <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>28-10-2009, 18:54:28</strong>
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				Mike nodded his head.&nbsp; He'd known it was the mother's boyfriend who was responsible, but he wanted her to say it - talk about it at least a little bit.<br><br>He massaged her shoulders gently, "What do I want..., " he repeated the question.&nbsp; "What I want, is to help you, Beth.&nbsp; It may not be in a way you've considered, and it may not be pleasant at first, but in time, you'll understand what's being given to you.&nbsp; I made a promise, do you remember?&nbsp; I promised that you'd complete your education, and that you'd go on to be successful, and proud of yourself.&nbsp; I intend to keep that promise."<br><br>He paused a moment, then finished his thought.<br><br>"Now, let's get you situated a little, and we'll have something to eat."&nbsp; He took a moment to stroke her wet hair.&nbsp; "I'm sure you must be hungry."<br><br>Standing then, he stepped out from behind her kneeling form, and moved towards the door to the downstairs hall.&nbsp; "Come.."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>28-10-2009, 22:44:10</strong>
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				Beth remained in the kneeling position for some time, her back still hurt and so did much of the rest of her. The girl had revealed very little of what her mother’s partner had done, but at least she had said something. Was she betraying her mother, for she had told her it was not to be talked about too…<br><br>There was no blood on Beth’s back but the scars certainly looked painful and raw. <br><br>Eventually the girl stood and followed Doctor Cole, “Sir…” there was a pause as she tried to cover herself. “I am not that hungry.”<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>28-10-2009, 23:23:01</strong>
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				Mike noted right away that she'd called him "sir" completely on her own.&nbsp; A good sign.&nbsp; "Let's see how you feel in a little bit then," he answered, "but come with me now."<br><br>He led her back upstairs, past the bathroom door, to the next one.&nbsp; It had a pair of bolts on it, designed to lock it from the outside.&nbsp; He opened the door and gestured her inside.<br><br>"This will be your room."<br><br>It was spartan, windowless, but not terrible.&nbsp; A simple, metal spring bed with a mattress on top.&nbsp; It had been made with crisp white sheets, and what looked to be a soft down comforter.&nbsp; There was a chair and desk, a dresser and mirror on the far wall, and a closet.<br><br>Immediately, Beth could see two things that were distinctly unusual (besides the outside bolts, which were unusual in themselves).&nbsp; The dresser drawers had no handles, but key-locks in their place.&nbsp; The closet too, was closed with a keyed deadbolt instead of a handle.<br><br>On the bed, atop the sheets, was a dress.&nbsp; A very simple, short sleeved dress, in a pale gray color.&nbsp; It looked as if it were made to come just below the knee.<br><br>He pointed at it... "Go ahead and put that on.&nbsp; When you're here in the house, unless I tell you otherwise, that's what you'll wear.&nbsp; Nothing else, just that."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>29-10-2009, 09:48:52</strong>
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				A small frown passed over her face at the locks on the door, the pig had done that to her a few times before he realized that should she want to Beth would just climb out the window. Instead he just found other ways to keep her inside.<br><br>The girl was not troubled by the Spartan, plain nature of the room, she had never been one for that many decorations in her own, her walls had merely been lined with books. The fact there was no window was troubling, even more so were all the keys. Her brow was knitted as she cast a look over the room again. <br><br>At least there was something to wear, it was not something she really wanted to wear, but perhaps it was better just to go along with things, for now anyway. It might have been better if he had given her underwear too, but again at least it was a dress. It was a little too big and it slipped of her thin shoulders. Beth at least felt a little less vulnerable and exposed now she was covering her body.<br><br>It was then the girl looked at Doctor Cole, “Sir…can I ask about…about the keys and the locks?”&nbsp; She folded her arms across herself in a more defensive position once more, backing away just a little, moving out of arms reach.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>29-10-2009, 14:49:11</strong>
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				Mike watched her put the dress on, then step back.&nbsp; Once she was covered, she seemed to get back just a bit more of her composure, which wasn't unexpected.&nbsp; It was the right size, or at least it should have been.&nbsp; She wasn't just thin, but a clearly an unhealthy kind of thin for her height and build.<br><br>"The locks, Beth, are about control over your environment.&nbsp; If you were in a jail, you wouldn't even have drawers for your things.&nbsp; You'll notice that the desk drawers don't have locks.&nbsp; I've put all manner of supplies there for you, and if there's anything you need for your schoolwork, you've only to ask.&nbsp; But how you're dressed, in and out of this house, will be of my choosing.&nbsp; Tomorrow, we'll go through what you've packed, and I'll decide what's appropriate for you, and what's not.&nbsp; Things that are appropriate will go into the drawers.&nbsp; Things that aren't, well, they'll find their way into the trash."<br><br>"Now, as for the locks on the doorway to this room... " he paused just briefly, "They will remain unlocked most of the time, unless you misbehave.&nbsp; At night, when it's lights-out, I will lock them as well.&nbsp; You'll find other doors in this house locked also.&nbsp; A locked door means the room is off limits.&nbsp; Remember, it could be much worse - in a jail, you'd find all the doors locked to you, all the time."<br><br>He looked at his watch, it was in the neighborhood of 7:30.&nbsp; "I don't know about you Beth, but I'm certainly hungry.&nbsp; I know that sometimes it's hard to eat when you're feeling nervous, but you should have something."<br><br>He stepped from the doorway, and turned back towards the stairs... "Come on... I know you're at the very least, thirsty."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>29-10-2009, 16:30:37</strong>
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				Beth nodded at the rules she was not quite sure how she felt, but somehow it was better than home, or seemed to be. Doctor Cole had not tried to touch her even when she had been naked and that was so much better, neither had he hit her. So few locks on the draws were not a so much of an issue.<br><br>The only thing that would be a punishment was if he took away her precious books, her means of learning and education, any other punishment was as nothing.<br><br>Still Beth was not sure how much she could eat, but she was certainly thirsty, she swallowed hard and pulled the dress back onto her shoulder just as the other side slipped.<br><br>She did look up then to him though, “He doesn’t know I am here does he?” Now that it seemed she had escaped Beth was les concerned with this new environment, more afraid at returning to the old one. “Am I able to read at night’s sir, or work on projects and papers. I have been doing some work for a literary foundation in my spare time.”<br><br>She was very young to be doing that but obviously had some talent and knowledge.<br><br>Beth followed still holding up the shoulders of her dress.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>29-10-2009, 17:19:23</strong>
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				He walked with her to the kitchen, showed her where to sit, then poured her a glass of apple juice.&nbsp; As he began preparing a light supper, he answered her questions.<br><br>"By 'he', I'm assuming you're referring to your mom's boyfriend.&nbsp; The answer there is both 'yes' and 'no'.&nbsp; He doesn't know where this house is, and my official address is a post office box in town, so the odds of him finding his way here are slim.&nbsp; Even if he did, you can be comfortable knowing this house is alarmed and secured.&nbsp; But yes, he does know that you're in my care."<br><br>He took some carrots from the fridge, and began to chop them - he put a few of the raw slices, along with a dab of dressing on a plate, as a snack, and set it down in front of Beth, then continued.<br><br>"Our evenings during the week will be structured.&nbsp; You'll work on your homework in my classroom until I've completed my grading and such for the evening.&nbsp; Once we're home, you'll take your shower, put on your housedress, and work on your homework until it's done.&nbsp; Supper will be at 7pm each night.&nbsp; If there's more time after homework, you can come downstairs and read, maybe watch some TV, or we can talk about anything you like.&nbsp; You'll go to bed at 10pm or earlier during the week, and I'll allow later times on Friday and Saturday nights, as long as you behave well."<br><br>Mike tossed the carrots in water to boil, and began to heat the frypan...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>29-10-2009, 17:44:54</strong>
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				Beth twisted the glass taking in all the words that Doctor Cole was speaking, though she did not take a drink yet waiting to see if this was a game. After all the girl had been used to rather nasty games.<br><br>The mans terms however seemed reasonable in fact more than reasonable, she had no problem with early bed and in fact would relish an undisturbed sleep. A locked door was better than some fumbling drunk pulling off her clothes and making her …that was over.<br><br>Just checking Beth looked up briefly “What happens when your friends come over, I would rather know how it works…what is expected.” The girl did not say anymore but she would rather know the way Doctor Cole worked.<br><br>“I don’t really watch much TV sir, might I use the computer … for some of my research.” <br><br>Her hand reached about to her shoulder it still hurt but Beth tried to hide it. <br><br>“Sir I am not really very hungry,” Beth swallowed hard even though it smelled so good eating was becoming harder or rather the girl just could not face it.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>29-10-2009, 18:13:20</strong>
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				"I don't entertain much here at the house," Mike told her, "when I do, you'll either remain upstairs, or if the situation is appropriate, you can join us if you want.&nbsp; There's a computer in my den, and it'll be available to you, supervised of course."<br><br>He finished frying a few pork chops, and placed them on plates along with the carrots, some butter, and bread.&nbsp; He put one plate in front of Beth, and the other down for himself, then sat across from her.&nbsp; He gave her a stern look.&nbsp; The dress was practically falling from her shoulders, and he'd caught her pulling it up multiple times.&nbsp; It was clear also, that something was hurting her, but she was trying to keep it under wraps.&nbsp; He needed her to open up.<br><br>"You've said three times that you're not hungry.&nbsp; Now, unless the school cafeteria turned into an all-you-can-eat buffet while I wasn't looking, there's no way you shouldn't be hungry by now - nerves or otherwise.&nbsp; Now, eat your supper, or give me a dammed good reason for not..."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>30-10-2009, 10:43:16</strong>
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				“Please…I can’t…I have eaten to day, I…I am not used to eating this late.” Bethany would not look up at the doctor, still holding up the shoulders of her dress. The food did smell good but over the years her stomach had shrunk, and she usually only ate the barest minimum.<br><br>Briefly her pale eyes flicked upward, “He said if I stayed thin I …” Her face flushed, and her lap appeared very interesting as Beth mumbled, obviously embarrassed, “I…would not …bleed…” She swallowed hard and for another time that day tried not to cry. “He said that it would be better …when it was his…his birthday.” <br><br>Her face was bright red by now. “I’ll have a little then?” she took a sip of her juice and stared at the food. “Might I finish my homework when I have eaten?” Unlike most students Beth did not leave it to the last minute, which showed in her grades. She was certainly bright, as her home life was gradually revealed, and even with that she could still perform well above the average.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>30-10-2009, 13:25:38</strong>
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				Mike shook his head again.&nbsp; Now he was finding out that she was practically forced into an anorexic condition.&nbsp; He chose his words carefully, adopting a nurturing tone.<br><br>"Beth.&nbsp; What he wanted for you, wasn't healthy.&nbsp; You need to put on some weight, have a normal routine, and achieve a positive body image.&nbsp; I will guide you there.&nbsp; Now, I understand you're not used to eating much, but that has to change.&nbsp; I want you to have some of what's on your plate, not too much so you get sick.&nbsp; And each day we'll get you used to eating a bit more."&nbsp; He paused, then added a reassuring nod, "As for finishing your homework, that will always be something I'll want you to do.&nbsp; You can work upstairs in your room, or if you like, you can work at my desk, in the den."<br><br>He reached over and gently nudged the plate in her direction, "It's just a guess, " he said, "but from what little I saw of your home, fresh food wasn't the norm."&nbsp; He smiled then, "I promise, it tastes good."<br><br>Mike paused briefly, then added, "Remember, that no matter what happens, your old life is over.&nbsp; It's gone - finished.&nbsp; I will <em>not</em> send you back there - not for any reason.&nbsp; OK?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>30-10-2009, 14:43:03</strong>
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				Bethany was so embarrassed at admitting the things she had, at telling anyone about what happened at home, she had hidden it for so long it was so hard to reveal any of it yet Doctor Cole had begun to peal away the layers and was slowly finding what was beneath. The girl was not sure how she felt about this; it did frighten her a little.<br><br>The food certainly did look a lot better than anything that was served at home, her mother was too stoned on happy pills to really care.&nbsp; Beth took a few mouthfuls and swallowed it did taste very good indeed though she could only manage a little and only that much when drinking a lot of juice and then water.<br><br>“Thank you sir that was very nice. May I leave the table?” Beth just hoped she could keep it in her belly. She was tired and her back and neck was sore where the bars had been removed.<br><br>She did not stand yet, but asked another question, “You mean I am going to stay here? You really mean I don’t have to go back.” Mike saw her body relax more than a little, and her take in a shakey breath. Beth almost spoke of what had happened but stopped herself. He did not need to know…&nbsp; <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>30-10-2009, 15:02:29</strong>
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				Mike watched her pick at the food.&nbsp; It would have been better if she'd eaten more, but he didn't press her.&nbsp; The last thing he wanted was for her to be sick overnight.&nbsp; It would take her some time getting used to, but he was comfortable that each day she'd be able eat a bit more.&nbsp; He made a mental note to pick up some extra vitamins.<br><br>He nodded in answer to her question, "Yes, you may.&nbsp; As I said, you can do your homework in your room, or in my den - I enjoy reading there in the evenings, after I clean up.&nbsp; Just take your dishes to the counter."<br><br>He reached out with his arm then, put his hand over hers on the table.&nbsp; "This is your home now.&nbsp; I'm your legal custodian.&nbsp; Your mother surrendered all of her rights over you.&nbsp; Your old life is over, and you'll never go back there."<br><br>He took back his hand and smiled then, "Now, concentrate on your homework.&nbsp; Lights out tonight will be 11pm.&nbsp; You can come talk to me whenever you like about whatever you like, but if you choose not to then we'll speak again at bedtime."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>30-10-2009, 15:57:29</strong>
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				Beth took her plate, cutlery and glass to the side, she even rinsed them out, and then went to get her home work and her books.<br><br>The Doctor would barely have know she was there in his den she was so quiet., he heard the turning of pages and the occasional sigh , and the scratching of pen on paper. If he turned he could see her surrounded by books and notes, she had ‘post it’s’ in some of the pages. The girl was diligent and thorough, strangely she looked relaxed now she was working and studying.<br><br>About quarter to eleven Beth started to pack away her books and stack them neatly she put away her work and then turned to Doctor Cole. “I haven’t finished yet , but I should by tomorrow, I was doing an extra paper.”<br><br>“You wanted to talk sir? Could I get a glass of water before I go to bed?” <br><br>Her dark hair was dry now and Beth had put it up so it did not get in her way as she worked. She let it down and started to put it in braids.<br>. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>30-10-2009, 16:15:16</strong>
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				He was extremely pleased that she'd decided to work in the den rather than seclude herself in the bedroom.&nbsp; That was a very good sign indeed.&nbsp; Even more so, was the fact that she'd kept an eye on the clock, and didn't wait for him to stop her.&nbsp; Bethany was accepting of the structure he was imposing.&nbsp; He watched her as she braided her hair and forced himself to hold back a few urges.&nbsp; She was much prettier than she herself realized, of that he was certain.&nbsp; <br><br>One thing he wouldn't have to work on was her study habits.&nbsp; They were exceptional, and she seemed to actually enjoy it.&nbsp; As long as he gave her freedom there, he could take it away in other places, and she'd comply.&nbsp; That too, was good to see.<br><br>"Sure... there's a bottle of water in the refrigerator.&nbsp; You can bring the glass upstairs.&nbsp; I'll be waiting for you there."<br><br>He stood, and as she went to get water, he walked up the stairs to her bedroom, and perched himself on the corner of the desk...
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>30-10-2009, 16:38:00</strong>
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				The girl filled herself a glass of water and as she passed the bathroom did what was necessary in there, she even tried to cool her neck and back a little. Beth had also taken a book with her in case she might be allowed to read it in bed.<br><br>Without all the metal in her face and with her hair in braids she looked much younger and a lot less aggressive. At the moment Beth trusted Doctor Cole, and so would comply to his rules.<br><br>She entered the room that was hers and sat on the edge of the bed clutching the book to her small chest. The girl took a breath and swallowed again, putting the drink on her chest of drawers. <br><br>Beth then sat on the bed, she knew she could not sleep in the dress and all her clothes were downstairs. Still she sat still. The girl was trying to take all this in.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>30-10-2009, 18:00:57</strong>
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				Mike could sense her discomfort.&nbsp; She was uncertain as to what was going to happen.&nbsp; She trusted him, to a degree, in part due to the fact that he hadn't touched her sexually even though he'd required her to be naked in front of him.&nbsp; But now there was a bed in the mix, and he was certain that a part of her expected something unpleasant.<br><br>He stood then, and took a small ring of keys from his pocket.&nbsp; He put one of the keys in the closet door, and opened it.&nbsp; It was a self-locking mechanism - like all the others - only needing a key to open.&nbsp; Inside, Beth could see a few more dresses, identical to the one she wore.<br><br>Stepping back to his spot by the desk, he instructed her, "Take off the dress - there's a hook on the back of the door for it.&nbsp; Push the door closed until you hear it latch.&nbsp; Then, come here, and stand in front of me."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>30-10-2009, 18:34:35</strong>
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				Bethany swallowed hard and put down her book, placing it on the bed carefully. She stood up then and slowly removed her dress as he had asked and hung it on the hook behind the door. He saw her eyes were closed for sometime as she did.<br><br>The girl tried hard not to think about her body, she shivered a little and then stood in front of Doctor Cole. She so wanted to be still, and do the right thing. Yet after so long of being told one is ugly one starts to believe it and Beth believed it.<br><br>Beth’s arm tried to cover her breasts as the other tried to envelop her small mound. She closed her pale eyes again. She really was struggling not to look at the bed. Eventually she even folded in front of Mike, kneeling in front of him, as she had so many times before with the pig. He said stand but ...it was so hard...<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>30-10-2009, 21:09:44</strong>
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				He watched her as she moved.&nbsp; She had no idea how much he wanted to take her right there - especially with her kneeling as she was... but... that would come in time. Instead, he reached down to where she knelt in front of him, and gently have her hair a single stroke.&nbsp; Then, he spoke quietly, but not with any special tone, "There's fresh linens on the bed.&nbsp; Normally, we'll change them on Saturdays when we do the laundry and housework, but since it's Friday and today's your first weekend, we won't do any of that."<br><br>"There's a handset on the desk, it doesn't call out, but it rings in my bedroom.&nbsp; If you need anything overnight, have an emergency of some kind or anything like that, I'll come open the door.&nbsp; We'll start the day tomorrow at 8am, and I'll wake you then for breakfast.&nbsp; OK?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>31-10-2009, 11:19:40</strong>
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				Beth was tense right up until Doctor Cole stroked her hair, she did flinch certainly but then after a breath when he just gave her more instructions the girl relaxed a little. Though was obviously being naked in front of her teacher was not something that was easy. Her hands continued to try to cover herself. <br><br>&nbsp;She stood slowly rose then and nodded so he knew she understood. Beth then walked over to the bed, “What do I call you Sir?” she pulled back the bedding and was about to lie down and then waited for him to say goodnight, she remembered the incident in the den.<br><br>Though Beth was frightened and felt vulnerable she did feel safer than the chaos of home. She remained sitting her knees firmly closed and her hand over her breasts. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>31-10-2009, 13:30:31</strong>
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				He couldn't miss the flinch she made when he touched her.&nbsp; Though he wanted to do more, he left it at that, then smiled in response to her question.<br><br>"Funny you should ask that.&nbsp; 'Sir', is exactly how you should be addressing me.&nbsp; It's polite and respectful."&nbsp; After a moment's pause, he decided to give her a bit of encouragement, as well as something to think about overnight.<br><br>"Bethany, you should know that I'm very pleased with how you've handled this first night.&nbsp; I know this is hard for you.&nbsp; Starting a new life like this can be a scary thing, but you're doing well.&nbsp; Now, go ahead and get yourself under the covers."<br><br>He began to move towards the door, then paused again, "Before I go, was there anything else you wanted to ask me?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>01-11-2009, 00:49:20</strong>
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				Beth looked up, “If I think of anything else I will ask in the morning sir, I am sure you are busy.” She did lie down and did get under the covers; in fact she wrapped them about her slight naked form.<br><br>She waited and listened through much of the night, afraid that he would return to the room, that he would come in and beat her, or force her to worse than that. The girl was uncomfortable too, all the peircings that had been removed along with the bruises made finding relaxed position in the bed was not easy.<br><br>A few hours in Beth took a drink of water and paced in the small room, learning it in the darkness; she did try a couple of draws but was unable to open them. <br><br>Eventually the girl returned to her bed and curled herself into a tight ball hiding even her head. She was tired and hurt, thus eventually exhaustion took over, and she fell into a light sleep.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>01-11-2009, 03:22:57</strong>
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				He'd given her the opportunity again, but she'd chosen not to share more so he left it at that.&nbsp; Once she had crawled under the covers, he left the room, closed the door, and drew the latches.&nbsp; The hallway switch darkened the room.&nbsp; Since there were no windows, she would remain in darkness until he turned the lights back on in the morning.<br><br>He'd gone through a great deal of effort to design the room in such a way as to keep Beth a bit off balance, yet give her a sense of security at the same time.&nbsp; When he drew the bolts, they were far from quiet.&nbsp; If she gave it some thought, she'd realize there was no way he'd be able to open the door without her noticing.&nbsp; The locked closets and drawers ensured she'd have to remain naked, while the soft sheets and covers protected her.&nbsp; At her age, he doubted she'd ever slept without anything on, and that too would be a new sensation for her.<br><br>From the next room while he relaxed, he could hear her pace - there were a few bumps, and the rattle of a tested drawer or two.&nbsp; Eventually though, he heard her settle down.&nbsp; He set his alarm for 7am, and settled down himself.<br><br><br><hr><br>In the morning, he woke early, showered, dressed, and prepared for her first Saturday.&nbsp; Downstairs, he retrieved the soft white terry robe from the hook in his study, and returned it to its place in the bathroom.&nbsp; Then, at her bedroom door, he knocked three times, flicked the lights on, and unbolted the door, pushing it in.&nbsp; He didn't enter though, just popped his head inside.<br><br>"Good Morning Beth... I hope you were able to get some rest.&nbsp; Doing OK? "
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>01-11-2009, 11:19:11</strong>
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				If Beth had given herself a chance to think about it certainly the matter pf the bolts might have been an issue, but she was already confused. The man had forced her to be naked yet he did not try to touch her, she supposed he was only seeing if he found her attractive and as she would have, yet he was keeping her here.<br><br>It was all too bewildering, her head was spinning, as Doctor Cole had thought she had never slept naked in bed, in fact she would always rather be fully clothed. Even if it made the Pig angry.<br><br>As her guardian put he head around the door she pulled the covers up, though he had seen her last night, it still embarrassed her.<br><br>“Sir…I did not …not get much sleep, I was not used to the place, and my back still hurts a…a little.” She did not mention the bruises or bites, they were less painful now but certainly not comfortable.”<br><br>Beth appeared a little disorientated already, certainly she was confused. However the girl did ask if she might get washed and dressed. At present she was still afraid that her mother’s boyfriend might still find her, and what he would do if he did.<br><br>There was also something else troubling her, but as she would be at school and Doctor Cole would know...it was a difficult thing to broach. Though perhaps better&nbsp; to do soon.<br><br>"S...Sir I have something to ask ...maybe at breakfast?" Not that she would eat much.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>01-11-2009, 18:22:52</strong>
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				He noticed her confusion, and from the look of her eyes, a little lack of sleep.&nbsp; He reminded himself that is why he began on a Friday.&nbsp; It would give her the weekend to begin to get accustomed to her new situation.<br><br>He nodded his head and smiled gently.&nbsp; "Sure ... remember, I told you yesterday, you can ask me anything.&nbsp; I brought your bathrobe up from downstairs, it's hanging on the back of the door.&nbsp; I'm a little concerned about where we took the piercings out, and some of those bite marks, so I'd prefer if you took another shower - make sure you keep everything nice an clean.&nbsp; When you're done, come down, we'll have a nice breakfast, and we can talk."<br><br>He stepped back, leaving the hallway door open for her, and headed downstairs...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>01-11-2009, 20:35:03</strong>
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				Beth nodded, she wanted to clean up the places he had destroyed and the places he had hurt, well most of them, certain places the girl would be careful with, after all she did not touch there.<br><br>Still holding the covers Beth nodded and once Doctor Cole had left the girl went to shower, there was no mistaking the pain she felt but Beth did as she was asked. Perhaps she spent a little too long in the shower, but it was like washing a part of the old filth from her. Some of her ‘injuries’ were still a little raw.<br><br>This time Beth did not put on any underwear, but just the robe it was soft against her skin, even those parts which hurt. <br><br>She came into the kitchen ready to take it off, if it was what he demanded.<br><br>“Sir…| there was a long swallow and a deep breath, “I… you said I could ask.”<br><br>“It’s… not easy… I know I should not discuss it.” Beth still stood, she swallowed again.<br><br>There was another breath, as he picked at a small scab on her neck from the piercings. “You know I don’t have a boyfriend.” Mike saw her face pale sickened at the thought. “So you don’t need to check do you? He used to make sure I … I was…you know.”<br><br>Her eyes were shut tight, as Beth tried to shut the image from her mind. "Then he made ...me... " Her voice was breaking a little as she tried to continue.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>01-11-2009, 21:10:06</strong>
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				He listened to her stammer about and watched her fidget uncomfortably.&nbsp; He finished preparing a few plates, and turned from his place at the counter, placing them on the table.&nbsp; Beth's had a piece of buttered toast, a hard boiled egg sliced in half, and a chunk of cheddar cheese, and he placed it next to the glass of milk already on the table.&nbsp; His plate had a good bit more on it, but the same items.<br><br>As he put them down he spoke with an upbeat tone, "I know you're probably not that hungry, so I didn't put that much on your plate - but if you want more, all you need to do is ask.&nbsp; I want you to try and eat what's there at least."<br><br>Then he sat, across from her again, looked at her a moment, and spoke calmly and slowly.&nbsp; "Now, one of the thing you need to know, is that you need talk to me about everything - even things that are private, and things that embarrass you.&nbsp; If a word seems distasteful, don't worry about it, just say it.&nbsp; There is nothing in your past, that will change the future now.&nbsp; You've already chosen the path forward when you came here, so tell me about those things you've been hiding - the only thing it will change is that you'll feel better about it all."<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>02-11-2009, 07:56:14</strong>
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				Beth looked up but only briefly, she swallowed again, it took her some time to sit and even then she only picked at the food, however well it was made. Her normally pale face was now flushed red.<br><br>“I had to suck him… to lick …and sometimes other men, I had to use my hands on others…” The girl ran to the sink and gagged on what she had eaten and drunk. “He liked to feel and bite my chest, and some times let the others…they were men from the bar… sometimes they would …watch as well.<br>&nbsp;<br>Beth stopped, rinsed her mouth and the crumpled to the floor, “He …used to make sure that nothing had broken me…when I came home. He…he was saving that for…for his birthday…”<br><br>“He liked to hurt me and …and my mother, she never did anything…she never did anything. The girl kept her head down, she had never spoken about this. Doctor Cole realised, why the girl had few if any friends at all and why she always stayed late at school to work on her homework. Also what she was usually so smart and unfriendly, she didn’t want to let anyone close. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>02-11-2009, 13:36:22</strong>
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				Mike watched her, listened as she spit out things from her previous home life.&nbsp; This would be rough, he thought to himself.&nbsp; Each time he learned something new, there was another hurdle to overcome.&nbsp; No matter, he'd take his time and eventually, get her where he needed her to be.&nbsp; When she finally ended up crumpled on the floor he wasn't exactly certain how to proceed.&nbsp; He chose a cautious approach.&nbsp; She was frightened of contact, so it was imperative right now that she be touched.&nbsp; He stood, stepped over, and knelt on the floor next to her.<br><br>He spoke softly, slowly, and calmly.&nbsp; "Beth... I'm going to touch you now, but only on your back."&nbsp; He rested a palm just below her shoulders and avoiding the sore places he knew were there, began a gentle, calming rub.<br><br>"Some of the things he did to you, Beth, were things that would have felt different if they were done by the right person, and for the right reasons.&nbsp; The problem here, is that he took without asking, was selfish, and never allowed you the opportunity to learn about yourself."<br><br>"Now, I want you to listen to what I'm going to tell you.&nbsp; I want you to learn about yourself, and your body.&nbsp; I can show you how amazingly good some of that can feel.&nbsp; But - and listen to me VERY carefully - <em>only</em> when you tell me that you're ready.&nbsp; I'm not going to touch you in a sexual manner until then.&nbsp; I'm not going to let anyone else do that either.&nbsp; In my care, you are safe."<br><br>He stopped talking then, and waited for her to calm... 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>02-11-2009, 15:30:15</strong>
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				Mike felt Beth tense as he moved closer he was sure he even heard a whimper between the sobs that passed from her lips. Though when he touched her, the girls body started to relax a little, his hand on her back felt safe and it made her feel comfortable. Beth stopped shaking, and swallowed hard again.<br><br>The girl only took in a little of what he said at that moment, but she did trust him, he had not hurt or abused her, not really.<br><br>Her breathing slowed a little and she did calm. Wiping the tears from her eyes, “I am sorry sir….You wont…you wont tell anyone.”<br><br>She moved a little closer to him; this contact was something she had craved, a contact that was not made from pain. “Sir I promise to try…I will do what you want…” Beth took another breath her shoulders were less tight. “I am…” The girls head was spinning now, not sure what to do.<br><br>“Thank you Sir that feels good.”<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>02-11-2009, 16:22:11</strong>
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				He almost jumped himself when she moved closer, that was not something he'd expected so early.&nbsp; Apparently, he was doing something right.&nbsp; So instead of saying more on the subject, he let it go, expecting that she'd speak of it again at another time.<br><br>"Of course it feels good, Beth... Everyone needs contact, just the right kind is all.",&nbsp; He continued to rub her back gently, letting her settle down.&nbsp; "And I'm not the kind to run about telling everyone about your private life.&nbsp; I'll keep your confidence, just as I expect you to keep mine.&nbsp; So far, you've done very well, and I'm proud of how you're dealing with these changes."<br><br>Mike wasn't really sure what he was saying at this point, he just knew that his voice and contact was soothing her, so he kept it up.&nbsp; He babbled a little more about how everything would be all right, and that she was safe with him.&nbsp; When she finally calmed down enough, he put a hand under her arm, and helped her to her feet.<br><br>"Now, sit down, and try to have a little more to eat.&nbsp; It's important for you to put on some weight."&nbsp; Reaching behind him to the counter, he grabbed a bottle of vitamins.&nbsp; Taking out two, he placed them next to her glass... "Take those - you've been undernourished for too long and we need to get you healthy again."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>02-11-2009, 17:40:51</strong>
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				Beth barely heard what the man was saying to her, so little sleep had not aided in her cohesion of mind neither had changing her environment so dramatically even if she believed it was for the better. Eventually though she did stand with aid.<br><br>She mumbled an apology feeling more than a little embarrassed at her behavior, since the death of her father this was the first time anyone had actually taken any notice of her, or rather anyone had give her attention in a positive manner.<br><br>“I am sorry about that sir…I really am…” she took the tablets and swallowed them down. “There is nothing that I could say about you…at school.” At the thought of school she sighed, “Would it be easier if I caught a bus to school and came back here on it too? I mean…” <br><br>When Doctor Cole mentioned healthy, she tilted her head “I don’t have to start sports classes do I?” she had not done anything like that for years, just incase anyone noticed the bruises and worse.<br><br>Her breathing was back to normal now and her body less tense. Beth looked expectantly at her teacher waiting for instructions. Her pale eyes met his, it was apparent for the moment she trusted him. Perhaps it was merely she wanted to find someone that she could trust.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>02-11-2009, 20:34:26</strong>
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				He watched her take the pills, and pointed at the little bit of food remaining on her plate.<br><br>"First of all, don't apologize, you haven't done anything wrong.&nbsp; You've had some negative experiences, and I don't expect you to recover from them overnight.&nbsp; We'll work on that together, a little at a time."<br><br>He took a bite of his food, making a point of inhaling the aroma to try and get her interested in having at least a little more to eat.<br><br>"To answer your other questions, you'll come to school with me, and leave with me.&nbsp; The administration, and your other teacheers, are aware of my guardianship status.&nbsp; As for sports, I want you to stay away from that for the time being - I don't think it's safe for you to exert so much with the state your body's in right now."<br><br>He paused, then, "After breakfast, I want you to go back upstairs, hang the robe in the bathroom where it belongs, and then wait for me in your room.&nbsp; I won't be long."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>03-11-2009, 00:44:58</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth ate a little more of her food, but not much after the words she had just spoken the girl wanted another shower. Instead she just rebraided her hair and stayed quiet. Beth’s eyes remained downcast. The girl was embarrassed about the things she had said.<br><br>Beth forced down a little more of the food and then excused herself from the table, she even rinsed her plate and her glass.<br><br>As she passed the bathroom she hung up the robe and then leaned over the sink, vomiting again. As always though Beth cleaned her teeth and made sure no one knew. <br><br>The slight girl returned to her bedroom and sat on the bed, she was subdued one arm covered her small smooth breasts, and the other her mound. She considered hiding under the covers again… but decided against it. <br><br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>03-11-2009, 05:42:33</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike heard her upstairs, throwing up again and sighed.&nbsp; If this didn't change soon, he'd have to get a doctor involved.&nbsp; For now, he was going to continue to try and get her over this hump, and put the past behind her.&nbsp; He picked up a tube of ointment from the first floor bathroom, and made his way upstairs.&nbsp; He knocked on the open door as he came in, so as not to frighten her, and took the same place as he had in the evening -&nbsp; leaning up against the desk.<br><br>He motioned her to him, showing her the ointment.&nbsp; "Come over here, stand up straight, hands at your side, back to me.&nbsp; I want to put some of this on your back, and a few of those bite marks.&nbsp; We can't have them getting infected, and the pain-reliever in here should also make them hurt a bit less..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>03-11-2009, 12:41:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth followed the mans instructions but did not look up. She was not so much afraid of him but rather more embarrassed than anything else. She moved towards him and stood with her hands at her sides. This close he could see just how thin she was. <br><br>As his hands applied the ointment he could feel it too. He was more than aware of the few scars that were hidden under tattoos. Beth only took a breath as Mikes fingers touched her skin, she did not seem to flinch this time. His touch did not make her afraid for now; he had done nothing to make her fear him.<br><br>It did not hurt; in fact it soothed a little. When Doctor Cole had finished with her back, she turned around and faced him, not sure whether he wanted to apply anything here. “Thank you sir.” She said quietly, still she looked downward. He could see her breathing was a little uneven but was certainly better than it had been in the kitchen.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>03-11-2009, 13:15:56</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike was quite surprised when she turned to face him without being asked.&nbsp; "You're welcome Beth..." he said simply.&nbsp; He applied ointment to some of the bite marks on her shoulders but left it at that, choosing instead to hand her the tube.<br><br>"I've gotten what you can't reach... make sure you put some everywhere you still feel it hurt."&nbsp; He stood, and using a gentle hand on her shoulder, guided her in the direction of the bed, while he walked to the closet.&nbsp; As she began with the ointment, he unlocked the door and took her house dress down from the hook, laying it over the chair.<br><br>"I heard you throwing up ... it's really not that big of a house you know."&nbsp; He paused, then "Beth, you need to put on weight, otherwise, it won't be long before you're in a hospital bed with a feeding tube in your belly.&nbsp; I don't want that for you, and I'm sure you don't like that idea either.&nbsp; I don't think you have an aversion to food - I'm sure this is all emotional.&nbsp; But you need to get past it, and I want to help you get there.&nbsp; All I ask, is that you trust me... "&nbsp; He trailed off then, not wanting to go too far.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>03-11-2009, 14:55:28</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The girl took the ointment and turned just a little as Mike spoke to her, she applied a little of the cream to her left breast where one of the bite marks was, and to the places where the rings had been. She did turn away to do it. However she did not apply anything between her legs in front of him.<br><br>“Ill try not to vomit again Sir, it…it just happens sometimes. Please don’t take me to a doctor. There is no need… I wont do it again.” Or at least she would try not too. “I’ll be fine, really I will.”<br><br>The girl took a long slow breath and then and took her house dress then put it on, trying to keep it on her shoulders. “I do…trust you sir.” She certainly trusted him more than the other adults that had been in her life. Beth started to bite her non existent nails.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>03-11-2009, 15:09:47</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"The only way you'll be 'fine', Beth, is to get past what's happened to you in the past, and move forward.&nbsp; Each time you talk, it will get easier.&nbsp; I don't judge you by what others did to you, or how you reacted when they did it.&nbsp; You shouldn't either."<br><br>For a moment, he stopped, wrestling with himself on a decision.&nbsp; She was beginning to accept contact without flinching so much.&nbsp; She'd been OK when he rubbed her back, and again now, when he put on the ointment.&nbsp; So he nodded to her then, opening his arms as an invitation...
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>03-11-2009, 15:25:19</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth moved closer to Doctor Cole her eyes were still nervous but at least she was able to look up briefly. The girl shivered slightly and then moved a little closer. She was tentative though, taking her time weighing up the odds. She shivered a little, perhaps she was cold?<br><br>Beth messed with her long fingers and then looked at Mike again as if trying to understand this. “It’s hard to forget Sir…and even when I am alright in the day it comes at night when I am asleep.” She moved a little closer one step at a time.&nbsp; “I will try, I just can’t…cant go back.” <br><br>Finally Beth was very close, “I do trust you sir…” she exhaled a long breath and then took in another. Then finally looked into his eyes, fear still remained in remnants but already Mike had broken some of the barriers.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>03-11-2009, 16:14:30</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He watched her, nervous.&nbsp; She was still waiting for the hammer to drop.&nbsp; No matter, it would eventually drop, but he'd already decided that she'd have to ask it to first.&nbsp; He wanted her in the worst way, but needed her to submit herself willingly - and for there to be any chance of that, there was damage that needed repairing.&nbsp; He needed to help her cast the demons aside.&nbsp; When the whole thing had started, he had expected a completely different outcome.&nbsp; Instead, he found that he <em>really</em> did care for Beth, and really <em>did</em> want what was best for her.&nbsp; <br><br>So when she finally came close, he just wrapped his arms around her, put his hand at the back of her neck, and gave her a hug.&nbsp; He wondered, as he did that, when was the last time anyone had done that for her -- that is, <em>without</em> demanding sexual favors in return....
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>03-11-2009, 17:13:29</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth could smell the scent of the man as she pressed her face into his chest. He did not smell of tobacco or booze, he smelt good, he smelt clean and the way he held her did not feel wrong.<br><br>Tentatively, very tentatively the girl placed her arms about him; he had not asked anything of her save doing her homework. He had fed her and had not hurt her. He could feel how thin she was, how slight almost breakable, for she was already broken. <br><br>The girl looked up from his chest where she had felt so safe. “I don’t want to leave sir….” Beth returned her face to his chest taking in the scent that offered safety, which offered her something that she had not had for so long.&nbsp; <br><br>"I want to be here..." the last of the words were muffled into his shirt.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>03-11-2009, 19:16:12</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike felt her relax.&nbsp; He could feel some of the tension leave her shoulders.&nbsp; They were making serious progress, after only a day.&nbsp; Hopefully then, with the right coaxing, she'd come out of this.&nbsp; He held her for a while, rubbed her back.&nbsp; Then after a time, <br><br>"Beth... You're gonna be just fine, that I promise.&nbsp; Now, why don't you finish up your homework from last night.&nbsp; You can work here, or in my study.&nbsp; Then we'll go through the things you brought in your duffel, and put them away up here, OK?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>03-11-2009, 21:07:14</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth held Doctor Cole for a little longer and then realised what she was doing, as she let go she apologised to home and nodded to her tutor. Her face was still flushed from the contact with him. She would have liked to remain in his arms but knew it was not possible.<br><br>Beth broke away then sighed. Her eyes briefly met his as if she was searching him, as if she was trying to work out what he wanted.<br><br>“Yes my …my homework…I want to finish that, do you mind if I do it in your den?” <br><br>The girl stood for a short time, and then went to find her books. As the night before Beth sat down to her work and was more than diligent. If he took chance too look over her shoulder the girl was researching works at way beyond high school level.<br><br>She sat with a glass of water beside her, also she chewed on her paper eating the corners of it, again it was subconscious it stopped her being hungry. <br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>04-11-2009, 22:56:14</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He gave her back a last rub as she pulled herself away, her eyes searching his trying to figure him out.&nbsp; It had probably been a very long time since she'd received genuine affection, and was likely not at all used to the feeling.<br><br>He finished up grading some papers while she completed her work.&nbsp; Looking up on occasion, he noticed her eating paper, and got a small bowl of crackers from the kitchen, putting it down on the desk alongside her.&nbsp; Smiling, he whispered "When you're done, let me know, we should get you unpacked."&nbsp; Then pointing at the crackers, "I promise you, these taste a whole lot better than paper."<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>05-11-2009, 08:08:57</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth certainly appeared more relaxed when she was working, she did not even start when Doctor Cole drew close, she even smiled and nibbled at the crackers. “Sir …would you perhaps take a look at these two papers for me, I have been doing some research for a professor that’s writing a study about post modernist literature. I sometimes get a little money for it, when I do work&nbsp; like this.” Even at a glace the girl obviously was performing well above high school level. “They don’t know how old I am and …but it was the only job I could get. I was trying to save some money up, so I could leave.”<br><br>After a little longer she had finished this extra work, her homework had been done during her breaks, she found most of it very easy and preferred to spend her time on more challenging projects.<br><br>“Sir I am finished now, well rather I have done as much as I can for the moment.” Beth took another sip of water and then nibbled a little more of the crackers. After tidying up her books and notes, she stood up, pulling the dress back onto her shoulders. <br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>06-11-2009, 16:24:02</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He helped her a bit with the papers when she asked, making a few suggestions, doing his best to guide her in the right direction.&nbsp; It was good to see her eating, even if it was just crackers.&nbsp; A little bit at a time, he thought, it wouldn't turn around overnight, that was certain.<br><br>When she finished, he smiled, picked up her duffel from where it had been left on the floor the night before.<br><br>As he started to walk in the direction of her room, he paused...<br><br>"Beth, my original intention was to go upstairs with you, look through what you've packed, sort out what I felt was appropriate, and discard the rest.&nbsp; I'd like to give you an alternative.&nbsp; We can take this entire bag, and send it to the dumpster.&nbsp; On the computer, you could select some new school clothes - with my approval - and we could pick them up at the store tomorrow.&nbsp; Perhaps, you might like to ... you know... start everything fresh.&nbsp; But it's your choice."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>06-11-2009, 16:42:29</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth thanked Doctor Cole for his aid on her papers; she was pleased that he was not upset that she did things like this in her spare time, that he did not mind her earning a little money.<br><br>The girl drank a little more water and then nibbled a little more on a cracker.&nbsp; When her homework was over there was a noticeable difference in Beth, that was obviously her one escape. the girl became more nervous again, more submissive.<br><br>“Sir,” she said, “My clothes don’t really matter, I can get new ones, I have some money, you can choose, what I wear doesn’t mean anything. All I would like is that I can keep a sweater in there, and a photo of my father and me.”<br><br>After all Beth got picked on at school anyway, it made little differance to her what she wore. She really did want a fresh start. To be free of all the things that had happened after her father had died, yes anything would be better than that.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>22-11-2009, 23:31:36</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Any money you have, Beth, will go in a fund for your education.&nbsp; I'll choose, and provide your clothing.&nbsp; The sweater and photo you may keep, however, I wan this to be a new start for you, so I'll keep them for you in a special place."<br><br>He walked over to the desk where she was sitting, and turned on the computer there.<br><br>"I'm going to order your clothing from here, and I'll pick it up from the store tomorrow morning.", then, gesturing towards the fireplace, "I want you to unpack that duffel bag - put the sweater and picture on the ottoman, then burn everything else - the bag included.&nbsp; When you're done, come back here to the desk."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>22-11-2009, 23:55:47</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth was about to suggest that burning the clothes was a waste, and that some of them were likely alright to go to a charity shop, she tilted her head to one side, and opened her mouth obviously weighing up what was going to happen. The man had not hurt her, and she had no wish to have that situation change.<br><br>Doctor Cole could see how she behaved, she was a little nervous, furtive, Beth swallowed then and nodded, considering that perhaps the burning was more symbolic than anything, like a cremation.<br><br>&nbsp;She did as the man asked, quietly and without and methodically, it was strange ot watch all her old clothes burn, they had been clothes that represented the death of her father and in some ways her own. They represented the horror of the place that she had been forced to endure.<br><br>When the man saw the picture he saw a happy rather pretty dark haired girl, who had an easy smile, with a kind faced young man, there had obviously been a bond between the two that much was apparent.<br><br>“I have done it Sir.” Beth spoke quietly, her head was bowed, as she bit her fingernails. <br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>23-11-2009, 02:24:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"That's good.", he told her, choosing a quite, and reassuring tone, then checked his watch.&nbsp; The time had passed quickly, and it was already well into late afternoon.&nbsp; He decided on a little experiment, to see if it would help her eating problem...<br><br>"While I finish here, I want you to go to the kitchen.&nbsp; There's all kinds of food in the refrigerator and freezer.&nbsp; I want you to cook us dinner.&nbsp; You should find everything you need, but if not, you can come here and ask me.&nbsp; I want you to try making something nice though - no mac &amp; cheese if you know what I mean.&nbsp; There's even cookbooks on the shelf if you need help.&nbsp; Do you think you can do that?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>23-11-2009, 08:47:31</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth swallowed and then nodded, she was still a little edgy still unsure what to expect. Yet Doctor Cole had only ever been good to her while she had stayed here though some of his ‘rules’ appeared somewhat bizarre, yet it was so much better here than it had been at home. The girl supposed that it was only fair she did some of the cooking, and helped around the house.<br><br>She walked into the kitchen and first got a glass of water before she started to flick through some of the books. Beth knew it would have to be something simple. She found a recipe for warm chicken salad with dressing, which did not look too difficult.<br><br>Carefully the girl went about preparing dinner, following the recipe carefully. Though it was certainly not perfect the meal was well made, and she had tried. Beth even made sure she cleaned up as she worked. Eventually she called out that it was ready hoping that it would be acceptable. Beth set the table and waited so she could serve everything up.<br><br>To be honest the girl did not mind cooking or housework, since the death of her father she had ended up doing a lot of the chores anyway.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>23-11-2009, 14:46:20</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				While she worked, Mike begin purchasing a small collection of clothes.&nbsp; He had the size from what she'd worn before, but expected that she'd put on a bit of weight once she began eating again so he didn't order too much.&nbsp; He started with simple cotton bras and bikini panties in black.&nbsp; <br><br>Since her dress at home wasn't a consideration and it was only school that really mattered, he settled on a "uniform" of sorts.&nbsp; He bought five all the same; black skirt that ended just below the knee, a white sleeveless top, and a black short-sleeve button-up sweater.&nbsp; They were a good bit more conservative than what she'd been wearing, but it struck a balance between "respectable" and "goth".&nbsp; Shoes he selected also, a pair of flats for warmer days, and knee-high boots for cooler ones.<br><br>When he heard her calling from the kitchen, he moved from the desk to the chair, and instead of going to her, he called back instead, "Beth, come into the study..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>23-11-2009, 15:01:19</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth waited for a moment and looked at her preparations, she was a little nervous, her stomach churned a little afraid it might not be right. The girl wondered what would happen if she didn’t follow instructions or made a mess of something. She knew what the filth pig did…yet Doctor Cole was different. Still even if Beth did trust him or rather wanted to trust him, she still left a few barriers up just in case.<br><br>When the girl heard him call her in Beth did as was asked and left the food for a moment, it was ready and would not spoil.<br><br>With a glass of water in her had the girl walked into the study and after taking another sip, put her glass down. “What is it sir? Did I do something?” He watched her tense a little.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>23-11-2009, 17:14:00</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He smiled, giving her some reassurance.&nbsp; "Just a situation we haven't addressed yet - and that is, how to politely and respectfully, get my attention."<br><br>He paused a moment, then chose his words carefully while adopting a teacher's tone, "Instead of calling out, you are to come to wherever I am, kneel facing me, and wait for me to acknowledge you.&nbsp; You'll do this Japanese style, with knees and feet together, arms at your sides, and head down."<br><br>He gestured to a spot in front of his chair...
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>23-11-2009, 17:27:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth flinched momentarily as he spoke, though it was not what she expected, it made her pause and frown as she tried to make sense of the mans game plan. There was a small twitch under her left eye yet Beth remained silent. <br><br>Still kneeling in front of a man was nothing new to the girl, though at least this time he was covered. She put her hand briefly to her black eye, as there was another twitch again. After a few slow breaths Beth moved into the room and knelt in the right place in the correct position.<br><br>She had at one point read of Geisha and wondered if perhaps she may have to play music too or read poetry…though perhaps it was something different. Whatever was going through her head Beth said nothing she just complied. <br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>24-11-2009, 20:53:48</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike had been reading a book when she came in, and he kept it on his lap.&nbsp; Hopefully, it was covering the rather huge bulge in his pants.&nbsp; The sight of the teenage girl wearing nothing but the loose house dress, and kneeling on the floor in front of him with her head lowered was incredibly exciting.<br><br>He was observant though, and noticed her fussing at her bruised eye...&nbsp; Slowly, he reminded himself.&nbsp; Everything one step at a time.<br><br>He spoke to her then, adopting a kind and gentle tone as he nodded to her approvingly.&nbsp; "That's very good Beth.&nbsp; I'm looking forward to supper, and I hope you'll be able to eat a bit more tonight than you managed last night."<br><br>He paused a moment, then asked, "Is your eye hurting you?&nbsp; We can get some salve for it if you need. "
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>25-11-2009, 12:07:46</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				If Beth had seen the bulge in Mike’s trousers it would have been difficult to judge her reaction, for she may have shut off and taken him in her hands and mouth or she might have run. Yet as she did not notice it as her head was downcast and he had covered himself. <br><br>As the man spoke the girl pulled her dress back onto her shoulder before it slipped any further down, even though the man had already seen her naked. “I will try sir, I really will, but…it hurts if…if I eat too much, it makes me feel…I will try.”<br><br>Her hand went back to her eye when it was mentioned though quickly returned to her side as Beth remembered her instructions. “It does hurt, yes sir, but I don’t think anything is broken. If it’s alright it might help…” The girl was still unsure why her mother’s partner had treated her in such a manner, even more so why her mother had allowed it to happen.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>25-11-2009, 13:34:37</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He thought for a moment, listening carefully to her response - he needed to get to the root of what was going on inside her head.&nbsp; Without a doubt, he had long term plans for her and sensed the girl's natural submissiveness which for him was an incredible turn-on.&nbsp; But whatever had been done to her was not something he cared to add to.&nbsp; No, he wanted her to submit herself to him of her own accord, and he'd only feel right about that once she'd confronted whatever demons remained, and made peace with them.&nbsp; In the end, he knew, she'd be the stronger for it and he hoped, happy as well.<br><br>"Beth, when you say it hurts when you eat, can you tell me what exactly, hurts?&nbsp; Does it hurt physically, or is it something else?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>25-11-2009, 14:08:30</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth took a breath then moved a little closer, not sure if she was allowed to but she liked the contact with the doctor, she did not find his scent offensive. “I…I don’t know…my stomach hurts…and my throat…more so when I made myself sick.”<br><br>He could see the way her cheeks flushed as Beth admitted what she did. “I had to stay thin Sir…sometimes it hurts when I don’t eat sir.” This was so embarrassing admitting just how weak she was.<br><br>“I really will try to eat more.” Beth took a breath and swallowed hard before she moved a little closer. She so wanted to rest her head against the man but was afraid to in case he shouted at her or worse he rejected her.<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>25-11-2009, 14:54:28</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				It wasn't at all lost on him, that she moved closer.&nbsp; He reached down and gently stroked her hair as he spoke soothingly,&nbsp; "It's OK to be thin Beth, but it's not OK to be overly thin, which is what you are.&nbsp; It's not healthy, and it was wrong to demand it of you.&nbsp; I don't want you to feel, ever, that you're not getting enough food.&nbsp; I also want you to promise me, that you will not ever, make yourself vomit again.&nbsp; If you have an urge to do that and find it hard to control, I'll help you get past it but you have to tell me.&nbsp; As you learn to eat more, your body will adjust and the pain will start going away."<br><br>He paused a moment, then, "The more you tell me about what's hurting you or bothering you, the better you'll feel - no matter how personal it might be.&nbsp; And if there's something you want, it's OK to ask for it.&nbsp; I may not give you everything, but I'll never punish you for the asking, OK?"<br><br>He smiled reassuringly, and moved his hand to her shoulder, giving it a gentle squeeze.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>25-11-2009, 18:52:38</strong>
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				The man watched her relax as he stroked her hair, Beth let out a small sigh and closed her eyes, but this time it was not through fear. Tentatively the girl then put her head on Doctor Coles lap. Still a little nervous that he may not want to allow it.<br><br>“I promise…I really do…I will not…make myself sick.” Beth said quietly, “Is there anything ….sir you can do to stop it hurting…my stomach I mean. Like you do with my back.” <br><br>One if her long fingered hands rested innocently on the mans thigh next to her head. Beth breathed in the Doctors scent once more and closed her eyes again. "I like the way you touch me sir." It was ther truth he didn't hurt her, he had nice clean hands and seemed to care. Beth did not mean it in a sexual way but she certainly told the truth. She did hide the flush a little realising the implications which were not intended.<br><br>“Can I take up my music again sir?” Beth asked quietly, feeling a little drowsy now in the warmth of the room. Many questions floated in her head, she would ask them later.<br><br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>02-12-2009, 23:32:22</strong>
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				Mike nodded as he stroked her hair.&nbsp; "Sure... nothing wrong with that.&nbsp; And I have a friend who's a doctor - I'll ask him tomorrow if he can recommend a medication or something."<br><br>Her head was on his leg, and she was behaving almost like a lap-cat.&nbsp; It must have been years since anyone actually had taken an interest in her well being.&nbsp; It was a good sign, as she was beginning to trust him, and trust was the foundation of everything.&nbsp; He stroked her hair for a few more moments in quiet, then took up a cheerful tone.<br><br>"Right then, " he said, as he stopped his petting, and sat back.&nbsp; "Let's have a bit of that supper you've made, I've been smelling it for a while now and I must admit, I'm a bit hungry.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>03-12-2009, 10:52:18</strong>
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				“I don’t have to see him do I?” There was a sudden look of panic at the thought of someone in the medical profession.&nbsp; “I mean it doesn’t really matter…” Her voice trailed off, she felt safe just for this moment as Doctor Cole stroked her dark hair. Before the death of her father Beth had been an extremely tactile girl, she had enjoined the warmth of an embrace, but it had changed so quickly when her mother found her new ‘husband’.<br><br>It was when he stopped stroking her and the man spoke again that Beth started for a moment, as if she had woken up. She apologised and then stood, her face was flushed some of it with embarrassment for her actions. “I…I am not sure how it will taste Sir?”<br><br>Beth waited politely for him to go into the kitchen she was starting to see that he liked manners, something that the girl made a mental note of.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>04-12-2009, 03:45:43</strong>
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				Her flush wasn't lost on him.&nbsp; She was relaxing, and finding the contact pleasing.&nbsp; It was only a matter of time, he thought, before she'd willingly accept more intimate contacts.&nbsp; He'd bring that to her slowly, of course.&nbsp; She needed to learn that submission and abuse weren't connected.&nbsp; The way her aggression and coldness had withered away so quickly after just one full day with him indicated some sort of natural submissiveness in her personality - and it might have been the reason she'd been targeted by the mother's boyfriend.&nbsp; Her mother was clearly submissive, and based on what he'd learned so far, masochistic as well.&nbsp; He wasn't certain how much of the masochistic tendencies had transferred to Beth, but since he wasn't exactly a sadist, it wasn't something he needed to dig into just yet.<br><br>He smiled.&nbsp; "I'm sure it will taste just fine."<br><br>He stood then, and made his way to the kitchen, Beth trailing behind.&nbsp; It was nice the way she did that without prompting, he thought.&nbsp; Mike was reminded of a friend who's woman was from Japan.&nbsp; Traditionally, they walked two steps behind, and to the left of their men.&nbsp; When the next opportunity came, he thought, he'd add this to Beth's "behavior modification program".<br><br>As he sat, waiting for her to serve, he looked at her quizzically.&nbsp; "This is the second time I've brought up the subject of a doctor, and both times you seem afraid to see one.&nbsp; Is there something I should know?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>04-12-2009, 09:44:19</strong>
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				Bethany stared to serve carefully making sure she dished up the meal to Doctor Cole first. She also filled him some water from the jug, it was only then the girl gave herself a far smaller portion. She waited for a moment and then sat down. <br><br>As well as being tactile, the girl had also been out going and certainly not submissive but after he died her world collapsed only to be ground into the earth along with her spirit and will under the boot of her Mother and her Mother’s boyfriend. The pair of them had systemically broken her so easily.<br><br>Beth filled her own water and then waited for the man to start eating before she did. She chewed her bottom lip and then cleared her throat. “I…I just don’t like them. They pock and prod and then ask too many questions…” There was a pause as the girl continued to look at her meal for a little longer before she picked up her fork. “Then when you eventually tell them, they don’t believe you…and send you to see a head shrinker to deal with issues. Then they suggest you go on those happy pills…” There was another long pause, as Beth took a sip of water. “Sir I wasn’t lying.”<br><br>Her head remained down as she spoke in quiet tones.&nbsp; Then Beth looked up, only for a moment though, "Would you have believed me Sir?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>04-12-2009, 16:22:30</strong>
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				Mike took a few bites, and smiled - nodding his appreciation of her effort, and success, with the supper.&nbsp; He listened to her as she rambled uncomfortably, and when she finished, he nodded.<br><br>"Well... nobody likes being poked and prodded, that's just normal.&nbsp; &nbsp;Generally, I'm a pretty good judge of character.&nbsp; I usually believe what people tell me unless I have reason to believe they're lying, or have evidence contradicting what I'm being told.&nbsp; But how about we stop speaking in code, hmm?&nbsp; It's completely OK to be direct."<br><br>He took another mouthful, and sipped his water.&nbsp; His eyes looked over her, taking in her discomfort with the discussion.&nbsp; The couple had certainly done a number on her, but the sooner she put it behind her the better she'd do, so he pressed just a little bit more, "So lets hear that again, with the unspoken pieces filled in this time..."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>04-12-2009, 18:18:56</strong>
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				Beth swallowed a lump of chicken; it stuck in her throat for a short time until she took another drink of water. The girl took a breath and swallowed again, starting to feel like vomiting again as old memories were disturbed once more.<br><br>“I had to go to the hospital a few times when I was younger, when my ‘new father’ turned up. You can look at the records.” The girls face became flushed again, “ I didn’t say anything at least for a while. My mother told me not to.” She took another small mouthful of food, trying so hard to please Doctor Cole she swallowed it down with more water. Beth was growing a little tense and her stomach hurt. The girl was trying so hard.<br><br>“When he made me suck him and the others…I got sick. Really sick.” The girl closed her eyes, “I had to see a doctor, I had to tell him the truth …” She swallowed again, “They lied and said I had been with the boys at school and was disturbed after my father died. No one believed me.”<br><br>“My mother held me down sometimes.” Her voice became flat and without emotion. “She watched too.” Beth gagged a little but held her food down. “Sir they made me see a Psychologist, and she said I was lying too. She said I had problems. So when ever I went to the hospital it made no difference.”<br><br>After another breath and another drink of water Beth looked up “You have my records now sir. You can see…” After a long pause and a reddening of her cheeks, the girl then spoke again. “I am still a …a virgin…sir.” She wanted to run from the room, to bolt to the safety that was her bedroom. Beth was sure that Doctor Cole would not believe her either.<br><br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>05-12-2009, 00:27:49</strong>
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				Mike listened to her... nodded... gave her the time she needed to get the words out without interrupting her.&nbsp; He could see her complexion begin to pale.&nbsp; When she finished, he allowed a brief silence, then,&nbsp; "I know that was hard to say, and I'm proud of you for finally getting it out.&nbsp; I also know you're not used to people listening to what you're saying, taking you seriously or caring about how you feel.&nbsp; Those days are over now.&nbsp; The people who mistreated you have no power over you anymore."<br><br>He looked at her with a soft, concerned expression, then moved his chair back making space between himself and the table.&nbsp; He opened his arms out as an invitation for her to come to him.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>05-12-2009, 10:30:23</strong>
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				Beth struggled hard to keep under control, and this time managed not too collapse or cry though her eyes were certainly welling up. “Sir you…you really didn’t need to know that, I am really sorry.” She swallowed and took another drink of water as he spoke. After taking a breath she nodded.<br><br>The girl saw the gesture and it was most apparent and welcoming at this time, it was the first time anyone had believed her, and that was something which made her feel more confident. She stood then and walked slowly over to Doctor Cole and knelt in front of him, her head once more on his lap, she felt warm and comforted some how to be this close to someone that was not hurting her.<br><br>“Thank you Sir.” She said quietly stifling back a few tears. Some how this was the first time Beth had felt safe in a long time. Though some of her professor’s ways were a little eccentric, it was certainly much better than home had been.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>14-12-2009, 07:42:40</strong>
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				She'd moved easily, and without hesitation this time, he noticed, her head once more resting gently on his leg.&nbsp; He reached down, and stroked her hair gently.&nbsp; She had come to understand that what happened here would be different from her past life.&nbsp; It was clear she still wasn't exactly sure what that life would be like, but knowing it was going to be better was having a positive effect.<br><br>As he stroked her hair gently, comfortingly, it occurred to him that there was more to her eating issue than just being "used to" being so thin.&nbsp; Each time she seemed to look ill, it was when she discussed her experiences.&nbsp; Food might be somehow connected other things she'd been forced to do with, or put into, her mouth.&nbsp; Or maybe not - he was no therapist so it was all guesswork for him.&nbsp; Hopefully, he'd make at least some of the right guesses...<br><br>"It's OK," he told her.&nbsp; "You need to know that I trust you to tell me the truth.&nbsp; I expect that from you."<br><br>As he continued to stroke her hair, he let a fingertip brush softly over the nape of her neck and watched carefully if she'd notice or react.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>14-12-2009, 09:08:12</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				This felt so different, it felt safe and somehow right, Beth had hated contact for sometime now, it had frightened her and made her feel sick and filthy, it had brought her nothing but pain. She breathed so slowly, as Doctor Coles hand gently stoked her soft dark hair, the girl even found a strange pleasure in the mans touch and this was so unexpected for her.<br><br>His words gave her some confidence too, the fact that he believed what she was saying. Her mother had been so good at making Beth appear to be the one who had problems, to make sure no one believed what was really going on and that she was disturbed. It had even been suggested that Beth had been to a therapist. This may have been true but not for the reasons that other believed. Still just being away from that environment was obviously making a difference.<br><br>As Doctor Cole gently touched the nape of her neck, Beth flinched for a moment and tensed, but it was only briefly. It was more a learned response than anything he did. After the flinch though Beth relaxed again her head remained resting on the mans leg. Her breathing was slow and steady, she appeared calm once more. For now this was a secure place to be.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>14-12-2009, 09:30:16</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He felt her tense, but then immediately relax again.&nbsp; It was a positive response.&nbsp; He comforted her for a few moments longer, then took her head in his hands, and gently moved her back, tilting her head upwards, and looked her in the eyes...<br><br>"Remember, Beth...&nbsp; I believe you because I have no reason not to."<br><br>He adopted a slightly sterner, but not an aggressive tone.&nbsp; "Don't ever give me reason.&nbsp; If I ever find that you've lied to me, whatever the subject, there will be very serious consequences.&nbsp; That includes lies of omission.&nbsp; Do you understand?&nbsp; Trust, honesty, and respect.&nbsp; These you must always embrace."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>14-12-2009, 09:51:00</strong>
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				The girl gave another small wince as Doctor Cole took her head in his hands but again it was a response that had been taught and would in time lessen. She looked back at the man with her pale eyes, and swallowed hard as she tried to find her voice. Beth blinked slowly it was obvious she found eye contact almost as difficult as physical contact<br><br>Even with his stern voice however, she was a little more relaxed than he might expect. She did want to please Doctor Cole after all he had been good to her.<br><br>“I don’t lie…I wont lie Sir…I understand sir. Trust…might be …” Beth paused then, “But I think I do trust you…” Beth did find it hard to trust others after the most vile betrayal of her own mother.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>15-12-2009, 11:13:40</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He released her head, the way her neck tightened when he'd taken it a telling sign.&nbsp; It was likely that, in her kneeling position, the last time someone took hold of her head it was far more forceful a gesture.&nbsp; It would take time, he knew, before she wanted to do some of the things she'd been forced to do in the past.&nbsp; He would have to show her, gently, that not all intimate contact came in a form of cruelty.<br><br>"That's good Beth."&nbsp; He smiled to her.&nbsp; "Now... let's see if you can finish what's on your plate, hmm?&nbsp; You took time and effort to make it, and it's quite good.&nbsp; You should enjoy the fruits of your labor, don't you think?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>15-12-2009, 12:12:13</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				“I will try sir, I really will…” Already Beth felt the churning in her belly at the thought of the food, it tightened a little and her mouth became dry. The girls head remained for just a short time on Doctor Coles lap though she could not be sure why, what Beth did know was that he made her feel different than she had in such a long time. Her hand rested on him too on his thigh, but it did not feel wrong.<br><br>Finally she rose and sat down again opposite the man, her head was bowed still as she took a sip of water. Beth swallowed and toyed with her food a little before taking rabbit bites of the chicken and the salad. With each small bite the girl took a mouthful of water. She seemed to be concentrating on the food, as much as she might a difficult test paper.<br><br>Already Beth was beginning to feel nauseous and her stomach was starting to hurt. One hand went to it and her breath quickened it a little.&nbsp; <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>15-12-2009, 16:47:56</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike noticed her discomfort. "Don't force it, Beth... I don't want you getting ill.&nbsp; We'll pack it up and keep it for another day."<br><br>He thought a moment, then continued, "Each day, try a little more.&nbsp; It'll take time for your stomach to get used to having normal portions again.&nbsp; If you wake up hungry tonight, you can use the phone, and I'll bring you a snack."<br><br>He finished his own plate, and smiled.&nbsp; "You did make a very nice meal."&nbsp; He thought a moment, then continued.&nbsp; "I think it would be good therapy to make our supper one of your daily responsibilities.&nbsp; Since there's a dishwasher, I don't think it's inappropriate for you to clean up after either.&nbsp; If you cook something that makes too many dirty pots and pans, we'll wash them together.&nbsp; If you want, you can also plan ahead, and we can shop appropriately.&nbsp; What do you think of that?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>15-12-2009, 19:46:22</strong>
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				Beth swallowed the last mouthful she could manage, she was thankful that Doctor Cole had not forced her to eat any more, because it really was starting to hurt. As it was the girl was trying to keep what she had eaten down. She started to perspire a little more and finished her glass of water, filling up another very quickly.<br><br>“I can do that sir…clear up the dishes.” The girl swallowed again and her breath seemed a little ragged. Her one hand remained across her stomach. Beth concentrated fully on not vomiting now, not even gagging on the final mouthful that she had taken. Her face was so pale and she swallowed again, finally forcing it down her throat. "The shopping too..." She liked the idea, in fact more than that it showed her that this man actually cared and would listen to her opinion. However the thought distracted Beth a little and she drank more water...<br><br>It was then that the girl took a few deep breaths, “I am sorry sir…I am trying… might I please have a bath…” She hoped that would stop the pain. “I will clear up before I go though.” Beth had another&nbsp; yet drink of water trying to stop her dry sensation in her mouth and to flush out the food from her system.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>15-12-2009, 20:09:14</strong>
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				He watched her discomfort with concerned eyes.&nbsp; "Of course, " he told her.&nbsp; "For tonight, I'll clear the table.&nbsp; You go upstairs.&nbsp; There are a variety bath oils and such in the cabinet under the sink.&nbsp; Maybe you can find something that will be soothing.&nbsp; Take as long as you like, then come find me, and we'll get you ready for bed."<br><br>He thought about her for a moment.&nbsp; This couldn't be easy - the pain was evident on her face.<br><br>"In the morning, I'll make a phone call and we'll see if we can't get you some medicine to help you along."&nbsp; He stood and began collecting the dishes, then quickly added "Without the need for an appointment, if that's at all possible."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>16-12-2009, 00:40:22</strong>
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				Beth did her best to clear some of the dishes, though by now she was yet paler and her body was covered in a film of perspiration. The girl was trying so hard to please even through the horrifying discomfort she felt. Her breath was becoming more ragged and yet more erratic. She finally managed to take the plates to the dishwasher and then slowly made her way to the bath.<br><br>By now Beth could barely hold her food in her belly, she took a little more water from one of the taps to drink, then winced with pain as she started to fill her bath.<br><br>The girl concentrated as it filled up, it helped a little….though she gagged Beth did not throw up. For a long time the girl lay in the water….however even then she kept her eye on the time on her own watch. She did not wish to upset Doctor Cole.<br><br>Beth climbed out of the water then and dried herself. She rebraided her hair and drank a little more water, which did not help the pain in her stomach. After the girl had brushed her teeth and washed herself for a second time she returned to Doctor Cole. <br><br>This time Beth was naked, and as he asked she knelt in front of him to get his attention. Her head was bowed and her breath was still uneven. The girl would not speak until she was spoken to.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>16-12-2009, 04:00:00</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike looked up from his novel when Beth came in.&nbsp; He could see the discomfort still on her face.&nbsp; Naked now, kneeling in front of him, he felt his own heartbeat quicken.&nbsp; It took tremendous self control to hold himself back from doing any number of things.&nbsp; He took a deep breath and exercised all the self control he had.<br><br>"I can see you're still hurting... " he told her, with a sympathetic tone.&nbsp; "I'm proud of you for fighting through it, and I promise you, it will get better.&nbsp; The first days are the hardest.&nbsp; You should know also, that I'm very pleased with how you've handled your first full day here - I know how difficult it must be for you to talk about certain things, and you should be proud of how well you're handling it."<br><br>He leaned forward, and gently stroked her still slightly damp hair.&nbsp; It took huge self control to keep his hand from shaking as he did - she smelled clean and inviting.<br><br>"If there's anything you you need, or want to talk about something, we can do that now if you like.&nbsp; If you just want to go to bed, that's OK too."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>16-12-2009, 07:44:59</strong>
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				Beth was shaking slightly herself, being this close and having her hair caressed by Doctor Cole was certainly not what she had expected when she had signed her name on those legal papers. Yet it felt good, his hands on her did not sicken the girl, he did not make her feel filthy. His scent too was so different. That bastard and his friend were so odious they had smelt repulsive. She shuddered then, just remembering caused the reaction, Beth had to take another deep breath to stop herself vomiting with the memory.<br><br>The girl remain where she was for a little long savoring the moments of contact, she closed her eyes, almost feeling she could actually sleep with her head on this mans lap, not something Beth would have believed even yesterday. She did still hurt, yet at least even though nauseous, at least she had kept the food down.<br><br>“Perhaps I should go to bed Sir, maybe we could …talk …in the morning.” Briefly Beth opened her eyes and looked up at the man, trying to keep some eye contact for just a short time. “Thank you sir.” That said she looked towards the floor once more.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>16-12-2009, 08:05:03</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He looked down at the girl, sensed the flip-flop of emotions. It was clear that his touching her was sending positive vibes, but recollections of how she'd been touched just days ago were still coming to her in flashbacks, and likely would for some time.&nbsp; However, she was beginning to recognize those flashbacks for what they were, and was working to drive them back.&nbsp; As she looked up briefly, he could see something in her eyes - she did not dislike kneeling at his feet and on the contrary seemed, in a way, to like it...<br><br>He smiled and nodded in response to her "thank you".&nbsp; Her attitude had changed virtually overnight.&nbsp; The day before, she'd been angry, argumentative, and combative.&nbsp; None of those traits were evident since she came to the house the evening before.<br><br>"Of course Beth, I know it's been a hard day for you.&nbsp; Go on upstairs.&nbsp; Put your house dress in the laundry, and wait for me in your bedroom.&nbsp; I'll be up in a minute."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>16-12-2009, 08:15:35</strong>
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				The girl stood her head was still bowed and one hand remained over her stomach, as if she was still protecting it. She was a little shy of being naked in front of the man but at last he had not hurt her or told her how ugly she was, and some how without all her trappings an armor…it felt almost real and honest.<br><br>Beth walked quietly to her bedroom, making sure she was allowed to take a glass of water and a book. She followed her instructions pertaining to the laundry and then sat quietly on the edge of her bed. The girl had to admit she was somewhat tired, she was also worried about returning to school as well. Not so much of the school itself but the fact that her mother and her filthy partner might find her. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>16-12-2009, 08:34:32</strong>
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				A few moments later, he came into the bedroom, and took the same place as before, leaning against the side of her desk, facing the bed.&nbsp; He looked at her for a moment, her eyes still downcast as she sat on the edge of the bed.<br><br>"It's been a busy day, " he told her, "and I'm sure you're exhausted.&nbsp; But there's one last thing I want you to learn today... something I want you to think about tonight, as you go to sleep."<br><br>He paused a moment then continued, his tone reassuring and warm, "I want you to come here, and stand in front of me, arms at your sides."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>16-12-2009, 08:46:49</strong>
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				Beth swallowed hard, and took a breath her eyes still stared at the floor beneath her feet, her eyes following the patterns there. She looked much younger sitting naked with her hair in braids. The fact she was so thin only accentuated this, also without all the metal there was a very different quality about the girl, the deference’s were falling, for there was nothing to defend against. <br><br>The girl stood then and put her hands by her side and walked over to Doctor Cole just as he had asked. Her head remained bowed though. Beth stood in a most submissive manner. For she had no reason to fight. “Sir?” She asked quietly.<br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>16-12-2009, 12:17:30</strong>
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				Mike studied her a moment.&nbsp; Her body was much too lean and he could see the outline of her skeleton far too clearly.&nbsp; But her proportions and shape were exactly what they should be, and he knew that when she was healthy again and confident in herself, she'd be struggling to keep the boys away.&nbsp; Bruises and scars were still evident - both from the rampant abuse, and the removal of all the piercings.&nbsp; One good thing, he realized, is that the girl seemed to heal quickly.<br><br>"Beth," he told her, "you haven't been treated well recently.&nbsp; You've told me some things, and I can only imagine what's happened that you haven't spoken about - and maybe you never will.&nbsp; I can feel you tense every time I touch you, and I think that's because your body doesn't remember a time when it was last touched in a way that felt good, and in a time and place where you felt safe."<br><br>He paused a moment, needing to find the right words to make sure she <em>did</em> feel safe.<br><br>"I promise you - what I'm going to do won't hurt, you can say 'stop' any time you feel uncomfortable, and I'm not going to touch you with anything but my hands."<br><br>He paused again... then... "Do you trust me?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>16-12-2009, 12:33:21</strong>
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				Beth stood still, briefly her eyes looked up and met Doctor Cole, she could only imagine what he thought of her naked body, hoe ugly it was, perhaps he understood now why she wanted it to remain covered, she still wondered if he wanted to punish her or hurt her. However he had not done anything thus far and he had ample opportunity. In fact his touch had been welcome and tender.<br><br>The girl’s breath quickened a little, causing her breasts to move in the same rhythm, her eyes returned to the floor again. Beth swallowed again trying to make sense of this situation she was in. The fact was she did trust the man, not just that she wanted to trust him or needed to trust him. In her mind Beth really did believe that he would not harm her or hurt her.<br><br>Finally the girl looked up again and tilted her head, after trying to really find the answer to the question, after another intake of air she spoke. “Yes Sir I trust you, I do trust you…” <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>16-12-2009, 13:07:17</strong>
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				He nodded then, reaching forward to put his hands at her shoulders and gently guided her to turn around facing away from him.&nbsp; He gently pulled her a little closer, but not up against him.<br><br>Leaning his head forward and speaking to her very softly, he gently moved his hands over her shoulders and arms.<br><br>"Beth... I told you earlier today, that I believed you because I had no reason not to.&nbsp; Everything I'm telling you now is the truth.&nbsp; If anyone's told you otherwise, it's because <em>they </em>were lying to you.&nbsp; Your mother, and her friend - I'm sure they told you many things.&nbsp; Some may have been true, other things almost certainly lies.&nbsp; So how to tell the lies from the truth... that's the hard part."<br><br>He moved his hands then, to brush over her back.&nbsp; His fingertips carefully avoiding the spots that still looked sore.&nbsp; He moved from her shoulders down the small of her back, and up again.<br><br>"So listen to what I say.&nbsp; Unless I've given you a reason <em>NOT </em>to believe me, then trust that I'm telling you the truth."<br><br>He let his hands move down then, down her hips and outer thighs, then up the back of her thighs and over her behind, where they lingered a moment before returning to her back.<br><br>"You, Beth, are a beautiful, smart, and thoughtful person.&nbsp; You have value, and your feelings matter."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>16-12-2009, 17:00:05</strong>
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				The girl stood stock still and again tensed a little as she felt the mans hands pm her skin, she even shuddered slightly but is ceased after a short time as Mikes voice seemed to sooth her more than a small amount. It had a certain quality too it that made her trust, that made her believe him.<br><br>Her skin was soft and pale, though it still bore some of the scars of her previous life. Doctor Cole was eve more aware of the fact that her brown fat layer was near none existent and he could feel her bones beneath the skin. For a short time he could tell her breath was ragged but even it slowed as she relaxed further, even when his hand lingered on her buttocks.<br><br>She found that his touch did not disgust her, it did not make her feel ill, it did not repulse her. He did not grope , or grasp and leer as some of the other men had, his touch was warm. Beth did not shy from it, rather she almost bent into his caresses. Whether she really believed his words was a different matter, though certainly they did make the girl feel better about herself. She was beginning to realize perhaps she was worth soothing…though it was hard, it was so difficult.<br><br>“Thank you Sir…” She said very quietly as a soft sigh escaped her lips.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>16-12-2009, 17:19:15</strong>
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				He heard her sigh as she started to relax.&nbsp; Touching her like this was driving him nuts.&nbsp; He wanted to go much further, but he needed to bring her along slowly, at a pace she was comfortable with.&nbsp; He bit the inside of his lip, and allowed his hands to move to her waist again, then around her, and over her belly.&nbsp; He knew she was uncomfortable there, and make certain his touch was very light.<br><br>He moved upwards, towards her breasts, but didn't touch her there, he let his fingers brush just below, then move back downwards, again to her hips.&nbsp; He passed his palms gently, just below her belly.&nbsp; Her pubic mound was nearly nonexistent - a result of her malnutrition.&nbsp; He went no further though, and didn't linger there for long either.&nbsp; He paid special attention to her breathing, and whatever sounds she did make.<br><br>As his hands moved back to her hips again, and up the side of her torso to her upper back, he spoke again softly, giving her an opportunity to say something, if she needed, "Are you all right?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>16-12-2009, 17:48:26</strong>
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				Beth took a deep breath and let out a slight gasp as he touched her stomach but once again the tension in her body slowly drifted away under such caresses. This was so different, so very different. The deep breath that the girl took was not one of fear rather she was trying to catch a scent, and if she caught one in her nostrils it was not one that upset her. She had been used to the stench of sweat and booze…to dirty rough hands…<br><br>One of her hands reached to Mikes she tentatively brushed it with a light touch. Occasionally her breath became irregular but for the most Beth was concentrating and it appeared calm and even.<br><br>“I think so…Yes…thank you…” She stroked his hand again, she wanted to tell him she liked his hands, it was so different. Still her breath was regular though it became a little faster as his hand moved across her skin, he felt her become a little warmer. Beth even let out another little sigh, as she took a half step closer to Doctor Cole. "Sir ...are you...alright?" She needed to know that touching her did not disgust him.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>16-12-2009, 18:19:24</strong>
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				Mike paused for a moment, his hands even stopped moving.&nbsp; It was a very odd question.<br><br>"Of course I'm all right Beth, why wouldn't I be?"<br><br>He continued at her shoulders and back, then reached around her front again, over chest just above her breasts, once again, keeping clear of them.&nbsp; He knew she liked what he was doing - her hands had brushed over his on a few occasions, and he could feel her skin flushing.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>16-12-2009, 18:55:06</strong>
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				The girl kept her breathing calm still concentrating, though the mans caresses were affecting her in many ways. They were not ways that Beth would like to discuss with anyone either. Her stomach was tightening but in a different way than before, as she felt it because of&nbsp; the caress’s over her young body.<br><br>“Sir…I... thought... I might...” Beth let out another small gasp as a hand passed close to her breasts yet did not touch them. For but a brief time she took one of those hands and pressed it to her left breast and then quickly let go, suddenly embarrassed.<br><br>“I am sorry sir… I really am…you have such nice hands…” Still she moved another step closer to Doctor Cole, “Can I turn around please Sir?” This was the first time she had ever wanted to look at the man that touched her. <br><br>"I really am... not a slut... " She remembered sucking that bitch cheerleadeers father...as well as others, and the things they had called her...<br><br>Beth started to turn. She was confused on many levels, yet a part of her mind was opening up and becoming clear.<br><br><br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>17-12-2009, 04:04:48</strong>
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				Her responses were accelerating much quicker than he'd expected.&nbsp; When she moved his hand onto her breast, it practically floored him.&nbsp; He needed to pull this back quickly, but in a way that didn't make her feel she was behaving improperly, or that he was in any way upset.&nbsp; So he returned his hands to her back and shoulders, working to bring her down slowly.<br><br>"Don't be sorry, and you're not a slut - you're a beautiful young woman who's been abused,"<br><br>He kept her facing away from him with firm but gentle control, concerned a bit with what she might try.&nbsp; He'd expected her to be much more uncomfortable with the level of contact he'd initiated - but she'd practically melted for him.&nbsp; It was a good thing, but he needed her to think things through.<br><br>"And it's OK to feel good Beth.&nbsp; You're not some piece of trash to be used and then tossed to the wayside.&nbsp; I wanted you to feel that tonight - I wanted you know what it felt like when someone who cared about your well being touched you, instead of an abuser."<br><br>He used his hands to move her a step away, then let her turn to face him, as she'd asked.<br><br>"I want you to go to sleep tonight, knowing that."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>17-12-2009, 07:54:48</strong>
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				Beth had surprised herself with her actions, she was also more than a little horrified at her own behavior, at what she had done. Yet once more Doctor Cole had been kind, he had not been disgusted by her, he had only reassured her.&nbsp; It was becoming very complicated, the various sensations and emotions that she was experiencing since her arrival, she felt somehow confused. Yet the girl was sure that the man only had her best interests in mind. The girl was shaking just slightly and her breath was a little uneven, though it was calming once more.<br><br>She stood still and listened in silence her head was bowed once again, Doctor Cole had a voice that relaxed her a little, and his words were kind, it made her feel somewhat better after her actions. Beth nodded at his words and swallowed hard. “Thank you Sir.” She spoke quietly, “Thank you.” The girl stood for a little longer and then made her way to the bed waiting for a little longer and checking with Doctor Cole before she got in.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>17-12-2009, 08:21:50</strong>
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				When she was in bed, he stood and walked over to her, then sat on the edge of the bed.<br><br>"If you need anything tonight, remember," he pointed at the receiver next to the bed, "use the phone.&nbsp; If you're hungry, scared, whatever...&nbsp; I'd rather you wake me than be miserable."<br><br>He leaned forward, and kissed her gently on the forehead, then stood and made his way to the door, closed it, and drew closed the bolts - locking her in.&nbsp; A moment later, he flicked the switch, and darkened her bedroom for the night.<br><br>The day had gone much better than he had expected... the girl was surprising him in a number of ways.&nbsp; He'd been concerned about her being able to bounce back from what had happened to her, but he was beginning to see that she was indeed, quite resistant.<br><br>The amount of self control he had to use while he was running his hands over her was staggering.&nbsp; He looked forward to the opportunity to do that as her health improved, and her curves returned.&nbsp; Although waifs had never exited him, touching Beth did.&nbsp; It wasn't just her body, but the way it responded to him.&nbsp; He was waking something up that had been long dormant, and it gave him a sense of power that was exhilarating.<br><br>As he locked up the house, and made his way to his own bedroom, he wished he could be seeing her face - the flicker of different emotions that must be going thorough her head at that very moment as she lay naked under the covers, in the dark, waiting for sleep to come...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>17-12-2009, 08:49:20</strong>
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				Beth lay for a while in the pitch darkness, both her mind and her stomach were turning summersaults. The food in her belly was churning and she felt some discomfort, though she struggled with the temptation to vomit. The girl knew she had to keep it down, and not be tempted to call Doctor Cole on the phone, even if it was indeed an appealing idea. She was aware she had to be strong. It was painful but the girl had endured much worse and thus could tolerate this.<br><br>Her mind though was something else. She lay naked in the darkness feeling the clean sheets against her young skin, her mind went to Doctor Coles hands upon it, and the way he kissed her…It really was so very confusing, very confusing indeed. Many thoughts swirled in her mind as Beth struggled to make sense of this situation, and what it was that the man really wanted.<br><br>Beth climbed out of bed and paced in the darkness for a while clutching her stomach as she did. It was very p[painful but still there was a determination not to vomit. After a long time into the night it eased a little and finally the girl returned to bed and tried to find sleep, though much of the night was spent tossing und turning under the covers…that or pacing and thinking…considering many things in her mind. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>17-12-2009, 09:26:48</strong>
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				It took Mike a long time to get to sleep himself...&nbsp; he hoped that she'd want to talk a bit in the morning, but he let her sleep a bit late.&nbsp; There were a few things he wanted to do before she was up.&nbsp; The first was to make a phone call and discuss Beth's eating problem.&nbsp; It took a little back &amp; forth banter and pulling in a couple favors, but he managed to get a prescription out of his friend without divulging too much information.&nbsp; By the time he was ready to wake her, and start on breakfast, the pharmacy had already delivered the medicine.<br><br>He wondered to himself what Beth would think if she knew he desired her - and even more, if she knew that he wanted her in a rather non-vanilla way.&nbsp; Would she be willing to give herself to him that completely, or would the thought of it turn her away from him.&nbsp; He could use his position of control over her future to force her to do certain things, but he knew that he wouldn't find that satisfying. <br><br>He unbolted her bedroom door, and let the light from the hallway flood the entry to her room.&nbsp; He spoke softly.&nbsp; "It's morning Beth, are you feeling OK?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>17-12-2009, 10:14:53</strong>
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				Beth was half awake when she heard the bolt o the door, much of her night had been fighting the pain the her urges to vomit…but more than that she had spent so much of her time thinking about what had happened when Doctor Cole had caressed and touched her and her own response to his actions.<br><br>The girl started when as she heard the bolt on the door opened and then the voice of the man. There was surely so much she needed to ask yet it was finding the right words, which was difficult. She needed to know if it was wrong for her to have certain feelings for a teacher, and would he be angry if she did tell him.<br><br>Beth got out of bed then and knelt in front of him as he had asked her skin was soft and smooth and the bruises were beginning to fade. Beth bowed her head. "It hurt last night….but I did not vomit…I had a lot to think about too sir.”<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>17-12-2009, 16:01:01</strong>
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				He smiled, "I'm sure you did, but I hope you were able to get some rest.&nbsp; If not, and you're tired, tell me - and we'll make sure you can get a nap in the afternoon.&nbsp; It's back to school tomorrow, so we need to make sure you're well rested.&nbsp; I'm glad you kept your food down too - that's an important step."<br><br>He moved to the closet and unlocked it, taking a fresh dress for her from the hanger and laying it over the bed.<br><br>"Take what time you need this morning - if you want to shower or bathe again, that's all right - I know it can be soothing.&nbsp; Whenever you're ready, put on your dress, and come downstairs for breakfast."<br><br>He reached down, smiled brightly, and stroked her cheek once - then turned back towards the hall.&nbsp; He stopped a moment, and added "I was able to get some medicine for you, to help your stomach as you adjust.&nbsp; It'll be downstairs for you to have with your food.&nbsp; We can talk about anything you like over breakfast."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>17-12-2009, 16:51:01</strong>
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				Beth remained kneeling for some time with her head bowed, many of her thoughts from last night still remained in her head, and as yet her questions remained unanswered. Many of the questions were to with her teacher and seeing him once more added to the confusion, as her emotions were in turmoil.<br><br>Mike did see the girl tense just a moment when school was mentioned, though she enjoyed it and it kept her from the abuse at home, she was afraid that either her mother or her mother’s partner would try to take her back to their home. Still this was something she would perhaps mention after she had bathed. She did thank him though for the medicine, she too hoped that it would stop the pain.<br><br><br>The girl spent sometime in the shower, she still spent time trying to clean away the old life from her skin to be rid of the grasping hands and worse. Sometimes when she thought of all that had happened it felt like some sort of nightmare …that it was not real…<br><br>Eventually Beth stepped out of the shower and cleaned up the bathroom before she dressed, she dried and braided her hair and quietly walked down stairs, once in the kitchen the girl knelt down in front of Doctor Cole with her head bowed.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>18-12-2009, 05:20:37</strong>
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				Mike studied her expression - though it was a bit difficult with her head down.&nbsp; He looked at her body language, and watched the muscles in her neck.<br><br>He reached to the counter, and moved too plates from the warm spot near the stove, and put them on the table.&nbsp; Scrambled eggs and toast.&nbsp; He'd opted for something very simple and easy on the stomach.&nbsp; He also reached and retrieved the bottle of medicine.<br><br>He moved his hand down, and gently squeezed Beth's shoulder.&nbsp; "Sit, " he told her, "have something to eat."&nbsp; He measured out a medicine dose into a small cup, and put it down next to her glass of water.<br><br>Taking a few bites of his own eggs, he looked at her with concerned eyes.&nbsp; "You seem a bit uncomfortable... do you want to talk about it?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>18-12-2009, 07:42:42</strong>
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				Beth took the medicine and then let out a long slow breath before looking at her food. She pushed it around on her plate working herself up to eating some of it. The girl bit her lip trying to work out what to say, how to explain the confusion she felt from last night, and the sensations she had felt when Doctor Cole had touched her. She took a small mouthful of the egg as she tried to find her words.<br><br>“Sir.” Beth took a drink from her water. “Last night…When…when you…” Her face became flushed with embarrassment. “I…well it felt good. I…well it felt different.” Her face became even redder. “I am just a bit …confused…Sir…”<br><br>The girl took another drink of water and then another small mouthful of food, how could she explain her emotions, how could she admit that she actually took pleasure from it. There was also the matter of school which she knew that she must adress. Sit...as well as that...its about...about school..." The flush drained from her face and it grew pale.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>18-12-2009, 13:43:11</strong>
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				He watched her flush... it was nice to see, compared to the pale tone her face had taken during previous conversations.<br><br>"Well Beth, it was <em>supposed</em> to feel good - that was the whole point.&nbsp; Did you think that somehow, because of how you were treated, or what a couple of abusive people said to you, that you weren't capable of feeling the way other people do when they touch?"<br><br>He shook his head, smiling, "And I'll bet you thought that a young, smart, and attractive girl like you wasn't pleasing to the touch either...",&nbsp; &nbsp;He took a bite of his eggs, then added, "You're not a troll with leprosy Beth."<br><br>He sipped his own water, then thought for a moment.&nbsp; "I know it's hard not to believe things told to you by people who are supposed to be telling you the truth - who are supposed to be looking after your well being.&nbsp; Mothers and fathers - what they say has more clout.&nbsp; It's harder to accept that the people you are most supposed to trust are lying to you outright, but it happens.&nbsp; Unfortunately, even if you realize that in your head, it's harder to get your psyche to accept it."<br><br>Mike sighed, a sad look on his face then, "And it makes it so much harder to trust other people too - you figure, if you can't trust your own mother, then who can you trust, hmmm?"<br><br>He paused, then "But not everyone's like that you know - there are many more good people in the world than bad.&nbsp; It's a shame your Mom became one of the "bad", but there's not much you can do about that except to try to put whatever she said and whatever she did out of your mind, and start fresh.&nbsp; Easier said than done I'm sure, but I'll do my best to help you where I can."<br><br>He took a few more bites of breakfast, breaking some toast in half, and pushing the eggs onto his fork with it.&nbsp; "Now, tell me why you're suddenly having a problem with school... I thought that was something you liked.."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>18-12-2009, 16:56:31</strong>
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				Beth remained quiet listening to Doctor Cole’s words, she found his voice soothing and found she really did trust him. Yes she did trust him completely which was a very strange sensation to feel after being betrayed by the person she should trust most in her life. The girl still remained confused in many ways as to the position she was in and also at the feelings she was beginning to have for the professor. Beth was not sure if they were wrong or not, also she was worried that he did not have the same desires.<br><br>The girl took another drink of water and then a little more of the food in front of her, Beth put her hand to her stomach as she swallowed it, and then washed it down with more water. “I just don’t understand why they did it?” She blushed again when he complemented her, wondering if he really had liked touching her. It was hard to imagine that someone might enjoy it; Beth wondered too if he might do it again. That though brought a new sensation of pleasant anticipation.<br><br>“Sir I do love school…” The girl took another little bit of food before speaking again. “I am just worried …that he might come to…to pick me up…or that my mother might. It’s getting close to his Birth…birthday.” She shuddered again, “I…I just am not sure…that he won’t …some. I really can’t go back Sir.”<br><br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>19-12-2009, 00:24:37</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike considered for a moment... then answered her.<br><br>"You like asking the tough questions, don't you... but 'why' is something I can't really answer.&nbsp; Apparently, your mother and her friend have something of a sadomasochistic relationship.&nbsp; Nothing wrong with that, actually - except her boyfriend isn't a safe person to have that kind of relationship with - he's a sociopath, and rather manipulative."<br><br>He took another bite of his eggs, and made a face that clearly showed his disapproval.&nbsp; "She was quite happy to sign you over to me, but he stopped her.&nbsp; But... in the end... everyone has a price."<br><br>He shook his head, beginning to ramble himself.&nbsp; "Makes it hard for for the rest of us.&nbsp; People see guys like him, and think we're all like that.... "<br><br>He stopped - shocked for a moment at what he'd said.&nbsp; It had slipped out when his anger and come to the fore.&nbsp; Recovering quickly, he tried to address her concern.&nbsp; "Don't worry about school.. He won't come into the building, and you don't need to go outside.&nbsp; I'll be with you on the way in and out."<br><br>It was less a reassurance than he normally would have given, but he had become a bit flustered.&nbsp; Looking down, he took a few more quick bites.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>19-12-2009, 08:13:39</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth was trying had to concentrate on her food and Doctor Cols words too, occasionally flicking her eyes up to look at the man, gauging his reactions too. She didn’t quite understand his meaning and she shook her head. “I…I don’t want to… contradict you Sir…but I can think that anyone would think you …you were anything like that.” She took another drink of water. “You are nothing like him… or the men that he brought back.” <br><br>The girl shuddered a little at the memory, and after swallowing again she placed her cutlery on the plate neatly and waited for the man to finish his food. She could sense something had made him a little flustered, but she was not sure why. Perhaps he was just angry at the man.<br><br>“Is everything alright sir? Thank you for…making sure he wont come…” She briefly wondered if he would get any of the others …but Beth was sure he would not, still it was a little concerning. At least she was sure that Doctor Cole would obviously try to stop it happening.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>19-12-2009, 18:38:00</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				"No... no... no I'm not like that"...<br><br>He shook his head.&nbsp; <br><br>"I'm sorry." he said then, regaining control of himself and finding his center again.&nbsp; He looked at her, studied her expressions and her movements.<br><br>"You must be very confused.&nbsp; It will take time - time to find yourself again, and time to feel settled and safe."&nbsp; <br><br>He reached out and put his hand over hers for just a moment, then took it back.&nbsp; "I know that sometimes, the right words are hard to find.&nbsp; Don't worry about trying to make things sound right - sometimes it's best to just spit out what you want to say.&nbsp; If we're talking here, you and me, there aren't any taboo words or topics."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>19-12-2009, 21:10:01</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				“Sir… I get confused… but less so here....” Beth was almost sad when Doctor Cole took his hand way from hers. Since last night there was something about his touch that the girl found both exciting and comforting. It was true she had taken many different men in her mouth or in her hand. She could not be sure but one night even Mister Jordan one of the Gym teachers may have been there. Yet Mike seemed different, so very different.<br><br>Beth drank a little more water and started to bite at her nails, “Should I take your plate sir when you have finished.” Her stomach churned a little though still she kept her food down.<br><br>“Is there anything you want me to do…I mean before I have a nap…” Beth flushed a little as she wondered with anticipation if he would run his hands over her again. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>20-12-2009, 00:47:29</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				When she mentioned that she was less confused here, then elsewhere, it surprised him.&nbsp; He was certain his requirements of her - the constant near nakedness of the light house dress, and the frequent requirement for her to kneel in front of him, fully nude - would have confused her more.&nbsp; But perhaps, the structure he was imposing helped to balance things out a bit.<br><br>"Yes, " he told her, moving his plate towards hers so that it was easier for her to stack them.&nbsp; "That'll be your responsibility, like we discussed last night.&nbsp; But as for a nap, we've just had breakfast..."&nbsp; he smirked then, and added "are you anxious to go back to bed for some reason? "
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>20-12-2009, 01:20:03</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth’s cheeks flared red again and she looked down, getting slightly flustered, “No…I mean…I meant what else you might want…want me to do.” She chewed on her fingers again, “I mean…like chores…or well I have done my homework sir.” The girl took the plates then and carefully took them to the dishwasher, emptying what was left of hers into the bin.<br><br>“I …I don’t need to …I have some reading I could do sir.” It was obvious she was not very good with people. As Mike knew she was very much a loner at school though now he was aware of the reasons.<br><br>When she had finished clearing away all the dishes Beth then knelt in front of the man with her head bowed. Her cheeks were still flushed.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>20-12-2009, 02:14:45</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He listened to her stammer about looking for the words, and clearly, from the color her skin had turned, they were words that she found embarrassing.<br><br>"Well... your clothes should be delivered this afternoon, and we'll need to make sure everything fits.&nbsp; Other than that, there's not much household chores this week.&nbsp; Next weekend of course, will be a little different.&nbsp; But tell me, "&nbsp; he turned in his chair to where she was standing by the counter so that he could see her clearly, "Is there something you're not saying? "
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>20-12-2009, 09:48:48</strong>
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				Beth remained quiet for some time feeling extremely embarrassed now, she was a bright girl, she was extremely bright, yet she could not find the words of how she felt and the odd sensations that she had been experiencing since last night. How should she explain it to this older man? How was she going to tell him how it had made her feel?<br><br>She bit her lip and took a breath though it was a little ragged, feeling nervous about saying it.&nbsp; Her head still remained downcast; she could not look at Doctor Cole. Finally she Beth spoke though she stammered again. “You…know…you know I said when…when you touched me I liked it…a lot…Its hard to explain…how it made …made me feel…I didn’t…know it could feel like that.” She paused again, swallowing hard as her stomach churned, she felt shocked as she admitted quietly that she would like him to do it again, and it …made her feel something she had never experience before. Another sensation that was pleasant…more than pleasant.<br><br>By now her face was bright red, he could only tell because the blush had reached her ears.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>20-12-2009, 10:17:32</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He smiled softly.&nbsp; Apparently, he'd opened the door, and now, despite previous experiences, she wanted more.&nbsp; He'd achieved one of his goals a good bit faster than expected.&nbsp; He needed to know something else, though, so he adjusted his line of questioning a bit.<br><br>Speaking quietly, he reached down where she knelt, and began to stroke her hair again, knowing it was something she liked and responded well too.&nbsp; "Let me ask you a question Beth," he paused, choosing his words carefully.&nbsp; "I want you to think carefully and really consider what you feel and whether it's positive, or negative."&nbsp; He stopped again, using his hand to turn her head and gently push her chin up so that she was looking in his eyes. <br><br>"How do you feel when you kneel, naked or like this, at my feet? "
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>20-12-2009, 10:34:28</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				The girl allowed her chin to be lifted and though eye contact was difficult she managed to keep it there though her face was still flushed it was not quite so red. Beth certainly had lovely eyes, they were a pale green blue and her lashes were long. They appeared a little larger than they were due to her malnutrition. <br><br>Sighing quietly as Doctor Cole stroked her hair; it made her feel so comfortable. She considered his question. “You ask…ask very difficult questions too …sir.” She offered a slight smile, knowing she was repeating his own words. She took sometime considering the answer, because when Beth really worked out how she felt, it seemed strange that she should feel this way.<br><br>The girl had never felt right kneeling in front of other men…yet here was so different. “Sir…”Her stomach was still tipping over and she had to concentrate on that too. “Sir…I didn’t think I would…but …but it feels good…I like it.” She blushed again. It felt extremely odd to admit it. He made her feel so very differant.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>20-12-2009, 10:53:07</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He nodded.&nbsp; "I know how hard it is for you to talk about some things, and harder still to admit others.&nbsp; I'm proud of you."<br><br>He could sense her discomfort, her movements indicating the physical effect it was having on her stomach.&nbsp; "Relax Beth, it's OK.&nbsp; Don't let our conversation make you so nervous.&nbsp; There's no reason you should have to feel funny talking about these things."<br><br>He brushed his thumb over her cheek, "I'm asking you questions to understand how you feel, not to make you uncomfortable."&nbsp; He waited a bit, letting her relax a bit more, then continued.&nbsp; "Ok then... thinking about that, and thinking historically... what kind of girl takes this position?"<br><br>He hoped his words would guide her in the right direction, but he wasn't certain they would.&nbsp; If she weren't abused, there wouldn't be any question, but he had no idea if her mind would draw the link he wanted it to.&nbsp; He stroked her cheek, and watched her every movement carefully...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>20-12-2009, 11:05:34</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Leaning into Doctor Coles touch and caresses she let out a long slow sigh again she loved his hands on her skin, and slowly a little more tension left her thin shoulders. “Thank you Sir, I want to please you.” She blinked and took another slow breath, the truth was she really did want to please the man, she wanted to make him proud and happy. <br><br>She considered the question carefully, she was certainly educated in history, and always did over and above her usual research. “Sir , there are many kids of girls that take this position, and usually they were subservient. However sometimes such a position was taken by those who were, not but in public had to behave as such.” <br><br>There was another slow sigh and briefly her hand brushed his. “Geisha I think…though often servants or slaves would do this, and …and prostitutes.” Beth blushed again, her breath quickened slightly and she grew a little tense again. “I am not a prostitute sir…even if…”<br><br>Trying to change the though of what she was Beth asked if she might do more research on the subject.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>20-12-2009, 11:16:52</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He smiled down to her... "You're over-thinking Beth, but that's OK.&nbsp; I know you're very bright and it's hard to simplify sometimes.&nbsp; Firstly, and for the record, 'prostitute' wasn't something that I'd considered, and I would never consider you to be one.&nbsp; If you were made to do things you didn't want to do, and someone else took money for it, that doesn't make you a prostitute, it makes you a victim."<br><br>He thought for a moment, then decided that being direct might be a better approach - he'd asked <em>her</em> to be direct on more than one occasion.&nbsp; Maybe he should listen to his own advice.<br><br>"The word I was looking for, " he paused a moment, swallowed, and gathered some of his own courage.&nbsp; The next moments would be telling - he was completely uncertain how she was going to react.&nbsp; "The word I was looking for was 'slave'."&nbsp; He looked at her with caring eyes, "Does that frighten you?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>20-12-2009, 11:29:51</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				It was true she sometimes did tend to over complicate her work with ‘over researching.’ Though often the girl found it very hard not to, she enjoyed it, and it had also kept her out of the house for as long as possible. She closed her eyes when he used the victim it was becoming apparent that was what she was. Perhaps if she had resisted more…but that was before. <br><br>However Beth somehow did not want to resist Doctor Cole, something about his personality and his manner made it easy to comply with his wishes. <br><br>He could see many emotions pass over her face as the girl continued to consider the answer, did it frighten her…did it frighten her. Perhaps it should, yet Beth had been so much less afraid in this house, well apart from the strange sensations she got when he touched her. Her eyes looked into his as all her knowledge of slavery came to the for front, as it was she knew that not all slaves were badly treated, they were not all abused…<br><br>“Sir I…I don’t think so.” It was the truth, it showed in her eyes, she trusted him. There was a mix of other emotions to, they fleeted past. “I want to please you sir.” Again that was certainly the truth.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>20-12-2009, 12:00:57</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				She'd said the same words several times now, 'I want to please you'.&nbsp; He considered for a moment, still not certain she was ready for everything, but feeling the need to press forward anyway.<br><br>He nodded slowly.&nbsp; "Beth, you absolutely do please me."<br><br>He took another deep breath, then, "Do you remember the other day, when you first came into this house, and I showed you around... I mentioned that there were locked doors, behind which you were not to go.&nbsp; One of those doors lead to the basement."&nbsp; He paused again, looking for words himself.&nbsp; "Thinking about the things we're talking about right now, I want you to tell me what you think is in the basement..."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>20-12-2009, 12:13:29</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				“Thank you sir…” Again Beth leaned into him, she leaned into his contact and his structure she liked the way he treated her and the words he said to her. He did not make her feel dirty or filthy. He gave her a number of other sensations that she could not discuss yet, she was still afraid to do that.<br><br>Beth considered his statement and swallowed hard, “I remember sir, I remember the locked doors, as for what is in your basement I don’t know. I know I did not like the one at home …” There was tension again, and her breath quickened. Her hand reached to the mans again needing that contact. <br><br>“He threw me down the stairs sometimes…so did my mother when I had been bad. I just remember it was dark down there and if I cried or shouted he would…he hurt me…she did too.” She shut her eyes tightly. “Is it dark there and does it smell bad sir.” It seemed that it was odor that caused many triggers, she had likely been blindfolded sometimes.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>20-12-2009, 12:30:10</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				"No Beth, it doesn't smell bad, but it can be dark."<br><br>He paused a moment, uncertain now if he should continue.&nbsp; He decided to take a slightly different approach.<br><br>"Right now, Beth, I've made you do certain things - and most of them, I'm sure, aren't what you expected when you first came here.&nbsp; Some may have reminded you about what your mother and her Master did to you."<br><br>He used the term "master" for the first time in referring to her mother's boyfriend.&nbsp; He wasn't certain if she'd pick up on that, but he hoped she would.&nbsp; He made a point to speak that word a little differently to draw attention to it, without being overtly obvious about it.<br><br>"No doubt, you've come to realize that there are..." he made an uncomfortable pause then, "certain similarities between myself and him."&nbsp; He swallowed, then quickly added, "but not the sociopathic or psychopathic traits I assure you those are his alone."<br><br>He looked in her eyes again, opening up to her and showing her, he hoped, the level of his honesty.<br><br>"Do you want to see what's in the basement?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>20-12-2009, 12:40:22</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				The girl relaxed a little more when Doctor Cole told her the place would not smell bad, for by know she was feeling sick with the memory. She was sure there would not be rats or other creatures in there either. <br><br>She still could not see many similarities with this man and her mothers ‘Master’…master… she was not wholly sure if that word fitted but it seemed to.&nbsp; The girl calmed a little more and started to consider what the man was saying. He was speaking to her candidly, he was it seemed being truthful it was appreciated. Beth hated the games that had been played on her.&nbsp; "I dont think you are like him sir..."<br><br>“If…If…” she swallowed hard, “If you would like to take me there then yes sir, if it pleases you.” Beth blinked slowly, “Can I ask you don’t leave me in there alone…please…Sir…”<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>20-12-2009, 13:06:21</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He'd opened Pandora's box... now he had to accept whatever consequences that might have.&nbsp; Standing, he walked around the table, and to the basement door.&nbsp; Removing the key ring from his pocket, he put the key in the lock, and listened as made a loud click, and unlocked.<br><br>He opened the door, and flicked the light switch that was located nearby, on the kitchen-side of the door.&nbsp; The light wasn't very bright, but it was bright enough to see clearly.&nbsp; He led her down the stairs, and showed her the kind of person he was...<br><br>The basement wasn't huge, but it had a fair amount of space.&nbsp; The ceilings were about six feet high, and affixed to the beams that held up the floor above were assorted pulleys and eye-bolts.&nbsp; A St.Andrew's cross stood in one corner - made of wood with black padding.&nbsp; In the center of the room, was a large metal table that stood on a central post instead of four legs - a quick glance made it clear that it was designed to tilt in either direction.&nbsp; Two cages made of welded metal pipes were in another corner - one was about four foot square, the other much larger - occupying the entire corner of the room.&nbsp; On one wall was a pegboard - it held all kinds of items - leather straps &amp; cuffs, dildos, ropes, pieces of chain, and several leather whips of different types.<br><br>He looked at Beth.&nbsp; At this point, he knew he'd either cement his hold on her, or loose her completely.&nbsp; It was a risk he needed to take - he was just surprised it had come so quickly...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>20-12-2009, 13:24:49</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth was silent she did not even whimper, she spoke no words her face was blank for sometime, after a short time it paled a little and then flushed then paled again as she tried to work out inside of her mind what this meant. Though she was not innocent she had not seen many of these devices before. The girl did wonder if they were for punishment…<br><br>She swallowed and studied the various implements, the various apparatus that filled the room, he watched her nostrils flair as she took in the scent, it did not smell dirty so strangely the girl relaxed a little. Her head tilted to one side as she tried to work out the man. She did not see him like her mothers master or her mother; he somehow did not scare her or make her feel ill. <br>&nbsp; <br>Beth swallowed again and tried to take some calming breaths, her mind was a whirl for some time, yet something inside her gave her that same sensation she had felt when Doctor Cole had touched her. Her eyes met his though only briefly, they became downcast to the floor. After sometime Beth found a voice, she moved a little into the room and then knelt.<br><br>“Thank you sir…” Beth said quietly. She might ask him questions if he allowed it. Her submisive nature hd become exptreamly apparent. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>20-12-2009, 13:36:53</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He watched her expression revolve through just about every one in the book.&nbsp; Several times, he was afraid she'd bolt.&nbsp; He gave her time, and kept quiet.&nbsp; She needed time to processes what she was seeing.&nbsp; When she went back down on her knees, he breathed a hidden, silent sigh of relief.&nbsp; She hadn't run.&nbsp; Perhaps, he thought, she was ready.<br><br>The 'thank you' was unexpected.&nbsp; He wasn't sure exactly what it meant, but guessed it had something to do with her being greatfull that he was showing her exactly what he was, rather than hiding it from her.<br><br>He waited a few moments more, then, "I suppose you have a host of questions... take your time, and don't be afraid to ask the hard ones."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>20-12-2009, 13:59:54</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth watched the man very carefully from under her long lashes; she knelt as he had told her too and made sure her hands were in the right place. “I do have some questions sir,&nbsp; I have some in the front of my head and I am sure more will come to me.” She actually appreciated this honesty; it made it so less frightening.<br><br>“Sir, would you prefer that I…I am naked in here? Is some of this…” she swallowed flicking her eyes about the place, “For when I have not pleased you?” <br><br>“I do not wish too…I do not wish to go above my …place.” Somehow Beth felt it easier to slip gently into a role that had already been natural too her. “But please there will be no…others…your …your friends…or the other …teachers.” There was another pause as she searched her head for another question and found one or rather it was a request. Please Sir can you please…tell me…what some of these…well what they do…before you…”<br><br>“Where should I kneel sir? What would you like me to do.”<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>20-12-2009, 14:32:21</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He gave her his gentle smile, then reached down and stroked her hair.&nbsp; "This is for many things.&nbsp; Punishment is one of them yes.&nbsp; But not all pain is bad.&nbsp; Pain causes certain responses in the body that some people find enhances other feelings.&nbsp; It's also for my pleasure.&nbsp; I enjoy control."<br><br>He paused again, giving her more time to process things, leaving some of her questions unanswered.&nbsp; One though, he took to heart, and made certain she was reassured.<br><br>"The people your mother's Master brought into the house... those kinds of people are not welcome here.&nbsp; This place, as strange as it seems to many people, is built on the foundation of trust.&nbsp; Trust that one's Master will always keep his slave's well being first in his mind, and trust that a slave will give all of herself to please her Master.&nbsp; If ever, there would be others to come into this space - even into this home - it would be because they were invited in the spirit of that trust."<br><br>He walked to the pegboard, and removed two items - a buckling leather collar with four evenly placed metal rings, and a small brass padlock.&nbsp; Returning to her, he held the two items out, one in each hand.&nbsp; Beth could see that the buckle on the collar had a small hole in it, designed it seemed, to fit the lock he was holding.<br><br>"If you wish to call me 'Master', then I will proudly have you as my slave.&nbsp; You will become my property to do with as I wish, and my responsibility to protect.&nbsp; Life here, in this house, will become an extension of what you've already experienced.&nbsp; The rules that are in place now will remain.&nbsp; I will continue to do what I can to ensure your long term happiness and success.&nbsp; If this is something you don't want, I won't hold that against you either."<br><br>With the collar in his hand, he looked down at the kneeling girl - the house dress slipping again from her too-thin shoulder, though she didn't seem to notice it at the moment.&nbsp; He watched her expressions.. movements.. and wondered if she'd take the collar...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>20-12-2009, 14:57:27</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth took it all in carefully and methodically, he was being honest to her he was explaining the things she needed to know making it clear and that made it so much easier to deal with. Also he had respect …in a way that she had never considered.&nbsp; As she knelt there in front of him and her head leaned into his hand her dress fell a little lower yet she did not seem to notice. All her attentions we on Doctor Cole.<br><br>The girl looked at the items and took a breath, “Sir…I mean…mean …Master please do what will please you. Please I want it…” The man made her feel safe and she would gladly accept the collar. For some reason Beth appeared calmer than before. She had her place shown to her and that was important.<br><br>“Will you help me put it on please master...?” she swallowed then looking at the other items in the basement. “Please tell me how …how I might please you sir.”&nbsp; Before the collar was placed Beth removed her dress.&nbsp; <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>20-12-2009, 15:06:33</strong>
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				He watched her remove the house dress - something she did without him asking - and nodded to her indicating his approval.&nbsp; As she lowered her head, he moved her hair gently to the side exposing the back of her neck.&nbsp; He put the collar on her neck, buckling it such that it was secure, but not too tight.&nbsp; He slipped the padlock into the locking buckle, but did not close it - that was for her to do.&nbsp; Instead, he lifted her head up to look in her eyes.<br><br>"Once the collar is locked, it becomes a part of you, but it is still mine.&nbsp; Everything you have is mine.&nbsp; Everything you are is mine.&nbsp; If this is what you wish, to submit yourself completely to me, then close the lock..."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>20-12-2009, 15:17:12</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth let out a soft sigh that might even have been a moan as the collar was place about her thin neck. She took a couple of gasps of air and found it was not too tight and it did not hurt. This was something she really wanted, something she desired, even more so since the girl had felt his fingers upon her, since he had touched her.<br><br>“Master I understand.” Beth really did want this …perhaps she even needed it more than anything. She needed a master that she could trust. After a short time the girl reached up a tentative hand to tough her master hand and thigh and then the other locked the collar. “I am yours now.”<br><br>Though afraid in many levels even in slavery Beth felt a good deal of freedom. She waited now for her in instructions, her orders… “I hope to please you…master…though you may have to show me some things…”<br><br>Her head was bowed once more.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>20-12-2009, 15:54:35</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike felt as if he could hear the lock click echo in the basement.&nbsp; He knew it was very quiet, yet still, it was a sound he'd not expected to hear this early.&nbsp; The tastes of submission he'd given her over the last few days, administered a little at a time, had left her only wanting more.<br><br>"Good Girl, " he told her.&nbsp; "You may call me Master, or Sir - both are acceptable here, and in public.&nbsp; At school, you will use only 'Sir'.&nbsp; <br><br>He bent down, and picked up the house dress from the floor, folded it, and placed it on the workbench under the pegboard.&nbsp; From the pegboard, he took down a set of wrist and ankle cuffs, then returned to her.&nbsp; They had locking buckles also, but he brought no locks with him.&nbsp; The buckles were positioned such that the cuffs couldn't be removed one-handed, and that was sufficient for what he needed at the moment.&nbsp; He'd prepared them for her the night before, making sure they were small enough to accommodate her underweight body.<br><br>He held them out to her.&nbsp; "Put these on - make certain they're secure, but don't overtighten them."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>20-12-2009, 18:16:00</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth was becoming more relaxed rather then more tense, she seemed to be able to fit into her masters ideals or at least she would try to. “I will try to remember Master…” She would call him master at home. It felt comfortable even here in this room of strange devices and her being naked, and kneeling.<br><br>She took the cuffs and placed them on her skeletal body, on her ankles and wrists.&nbsp; She certainly was very thin. The girl tried to put them on correctly and then returned here eyes to Doctor Cole. “Is this right master?” She was growing a little nervous yet something beneath that was bringing another sensation to her body.<br><br>Beth moved a little closer to her master, and once the cuffs were on and the rest of her body was exposed to him she knelt once more. It felt right in a strange way.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>21-12-2009, 14:42:32</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He looked at Beth, her eyes still cast at the ground.&nbsp; Just a few days ago, she'd been angry and combative.&nbsp; Now, she was kneeling at his feet willingly, giving her body, and herself, to him.&nbsp; He would be careful with her first experience as his slave - she was still underweight, and until she was healthy he would not push her too far.&nbsp; It worked out anyway, he thought, she was still vulnerable and he needed to ensure her long term well being.<br><br>Taking her by the hand, he guided her up to a standing position, and lead her under one of the nearby ceiling beams.&nbsp; Using a piece of rope from his pocket, he bound the wrist cuffs together with it, and looped the end up through an eye bolt in the beam.&nbsp; He pulled her arms up over her head, leaving a little, but not too much slack, and secured them there.&nbsp; He admired the effect it had on her breasts.&nbsp; She wasn't built large, and as she ate more he assumed she'd gain some size, but she'd always be on the smaller side.&nbsp; <br><br>It worked out, he thought to himself, as his palm wandered from the center of her chest, between her breasts, then over the left one.&nbsp; He'd always preferred women who were smaller or athletically built.&nbsp; He rolled the nipple between his thumb and forefinger, watching her carefully.&nbsp; The night before, her hands had moved to his, and at one point, taken them to her breast.&nbsp; This time, her hands were secured and she had little choice where his hands went - it was a difference that he hoped this first basement experience would bring to the front.<br><br>As he let both hands wander over her chest and shoulders, he wondered if she'd ever been bound before...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>21-12-2009, 16:01:40</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				The girl had been tied before now though not in this way, she had also been held down and beaten and abused, she had been terrorised and humiliated. However this was so very different. In here Beth understood her place, there were rules and these rules were ones she could understand. She still shuddered a little though as her wrists were bound to the beam. She spoke quietly though thanking Doctor Cole and then she fell silent.<br><br>In such a position her state of health was even more apparent, her hip bones and ribs were very visible. Mike could even see that at least two of her ribs had been broken and seemed not to have been set properly. <br><br>Beth bit her lip as the mans hands began to touch her again, she had that sensation in her stomach once more and not one of repulsion or nausea she let out a little whimper and then another gasp as he toyed with her small breasts and her delicate nipples. Beth wriggled a little though it was not struggling; she tried so hard to be quiet too. However another small sigh escaped her lips. Her breath was a little faster too, the girl closed her eyes. There did not appear to be any pain on her face there was something very different there.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>21-12-2009, 16:20:14</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He whispered to her softly, as he saw her eyes close, and her head tilt back slightly.&nbsp; Her quite sounds and minor movements were exciting him a great deal.&nbsp; This time of course, he wasn't in a position to disguise it at all, not that he would bother doing that anymore anyway - he wanted her to know what excited him.<br><br>"Good girl." he told her.&nbsp; "Let your body respond the way it's meant to."<br><br>His fingertips grazed ever so gently over her ribcage, testing the age of the damage there to ensure he didn't accidentally make anything worse.&nbsp; It seemed they'd mostly healed, but it would be some time before he elect to put any stress there.<br><br>"There will be pain here Beth, " he told her quietly, "but it will be your gift to me."<br><br>With her eyes still closed, he stepped towards her, wrapping his left arm around her waist, grasping her nicely shaped behind in his hand and squeezing it gently.&nbsp; With his right hand, he grasped the base of her head, just above the collar, and held it firmly.&nbsp; Then he kissed her.&nbsp; He began gently, on the top of her lip, then moving downward and letting the tip of his tongue brush between her lips, without forcing it inside, waiting to see how she responded...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>21-12-2009, 16:46:06</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth let out a moan the hands were traced over her body, already her pink nipples were responding; they had become hardened rosebuds on her small pale breasts. Another moan passed from her lips. Her eyes remained closed, as a she let out a few more soft noises. She did flinch a little as the man touched her ribs or rather when his hands passed over the damaged ones.<br><br><br>The girl felt his touch exciting her yet further, the usual pain in her belly was now becoming so different, it felt warm in there, and Beth felt warm in other places too. She was enjoying being held and even his hands upon her buttocks were adding to the sensation.<br><br>“I will give you …every…gift…” She was silent again save for the occasional moan or sigh.<br><br>When he finally kissed her&nbsp; she parted her lips a little and tried to return it, though this was not something that Beth was practiced in there was usually something else forced in there. Her breath quickened a little and there was a muffled whimper as she tensed for a moment. However the tension ceased and the girl curled her tongue around the mans just as she had before, though around something else. This though difficult was certainly more pleasent. This at least did not make Beth gag.<br><br>Beth so wanted to please her master.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>22-12-2009, 06:29:49</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He sensed her discomfort with the kiss, so he didn't press it for long.&nbsp; Though she respond positively, it was uncertain, and he didn't want her to be thinking about whatever it was that had caused the tension, so he moved his kiss from her mouth to her cheek, then her neck.<br><br>She'd told him she was still a virgin, and that was something he wanted to speak with her about further.&nbsp; Tonight, though, she'd remain one.&nbsp; His mind perused alternatives while his hands continued to explore her body.&nbsp; As he rubbed and squeezed her behind, his other hand moved to her mound, and he let his middle finger move to her pussy lips, gently parting them and exploring - with just the slightest penetration into her softness.<br><br>Her eyes were still closed, so he wouldn't use a blindfold - and she'd balked slightly at the kiss, so he hesitated also, to use a gag.&nbsp; Those things would come in time, he reminded himself.&nbsp; This was her first experience after voluntarily submitting herself, and he wanted to ensure she emerged without any scars - physical or otherwise.<br><br>Reaching a decision, he slowly eased off his touches, then knelt and attached pieces of rope to her ankle cuffs.&nbsp; These he tied to rings that were embedded in the floor.&nbsp; Her ankles were pulled slightly over three feet apart, and it took up the little remaining slack at her wrists.<br><br>Once she was secured, he moved back to the pegboard... he'd angled her such that she wouldn't be able to see him, as he rummaged through the workbench until he'd found what he needed.&nbsp; Returning, he kissed the back of her neck as he stood behind her...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>22-12-2009, 07:56:55</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				The girl shuddered slightly as the mans lips found her cheek and then her neck, she let out a little sound, it was likely one of pleasure. His hands were over her, yet they were not grasping or groping her. He smelt clean and they felt good, though occasionally she tensed for the most Beth was relaxed and certainly responsive in a positive way. She did not speak however, and her eyes remained closed.<br><br>As his touch found her lips the girl let out another little sound perhaps it was a quiet moan. Though there was a moment of apprehension as he penetrated her with his finger. He could feel that she was slightly moist inside. There was another sigh…and certainly there was no resistance.<br><br>She did not offer any opposition as Mike spread her legs her secured her ankles. Beth remained silent save for the occasional soft sigh. She completely trusted the man. Something about him instilled that in her. Her eyes were still closed. And she bent slightly into him as he kissed her neck. For now her breath had become steady once more. Perhaps it was a little faster with some sort of antisipation.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>22-12-2009, 12:04:23</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				From his position behind her, he whispered to her softly, "You are doing well, my slave."<br><br>He ran his hands then, over her back.&nbsp; The sores from where he'd removed all the piercings were healing very well.&nbsp; He made certain he moved around those spots though, working his way down until he reached her behind once more.<br><br>With her legs spread now, and her excessively low body fat, her small pink rosebud was clearly visible to him.&nbsp; He wondered for a moment, if she realized exactly HOW opened to him she was.&nbsp; She was about to find out, regardless.&nbsp; He placed a small amount of thick lubricant on the anal plug he'd selected.&nbsp; It was the smallest one he had - a little over 1/2 inch at it's widest.&nbsp; She'd never said anything about being penetrated anally - and though it was possible she'd had experience in that regard, from what he'd learned about her abusers and their patterns it was unlikely.&nbsp; He wanted sensation here, without inflicting any significant pain.<br><br>As his hand pressed on the small of her back, he put the tip against her bud, pushed gently, and began to rotate the small plug - all the time watching and listening, to her quiet sighs and involuntary moans...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>22-12-2009, 12:29:11</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				&nbsp;Beth let out another quiet moan when her master told her that he was pleased with her, and that she was doing well. Still even though she was bound, the girl felt safe, safer than she had been for a long time. There were yet more soft noises as her body was caressed, as her master’s hands explored her. She was growing warm and he could almost feel the pleasure as it escaped from her pores. Beth did try not to make too much noise though.<br><br>The girl had no experience of anal play, her mother’s partner had intended on selling it off after he had taken her virginity. That was as long as he got to watch her scream. <br><br>She felt the plug against her and let out a whimper,&nbsp; it felt so cold, she swallowed then and tried to relax, remembering he was the master. He saw her breath quicken, then slow and then quicken again as she tried to calm a little. The man could see that she had indeed had not experienced this though after a short time Beth relaxed and then breathed deeply.<br><br>“Thank… Thank you sir…” She stammered Beth knew it was going to take some time to really understand. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>22-12-2009, 14:39:15</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				"Quiet..." He told her.&nbsp; "No talking now..."<br><br>He moved the tip of the plug a bit more, watching and listening to her.&nbsp; He could tell this was new to her, so his choice of something quite small was a good one.&nbsp; He knew it wouldn't hurt her going in, but she didn't know that, and these sensations were completely new for her.<br><br>He used one hand to slowly move the plug in circles, it's tip already inside her, while he caressed her butt cheek with the other.&nbsp; A few moments later, he pushed the plug up and inside.&nbsp; At the widest point, he paused briefly, then pushed it all the way in.&nbsp; Her watched her rosebud flex, then tighten around the narrow shaft at the base.<br><br>Using a finger he pushed, wiggling it.&nbsp; For most women, this plug was too small, and tended to fall out - but Beth was by far the smallest girl he'd ever had in his basement, and the plug held.<br><br>"That's a good girl..." he told her, and stepped back to the workbench...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>22-12-2009, 15:13:07</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				The girl said nothing more, but she had to bite her lip as she felt her small pink puckered hole her eyes were shut tight now as the cold yet lubricated item invaded her. She let out a small sound then bit her lip again trying to be quiet, she found some pleasure there and once more her stomach was churning. <br><br>Beth was indeed very small, as the rest of her body was. Doctor Cole could see her body tense and then relax as he eased in the plug, her muscles flexed and tightened and small noises and slight gasps fell into the air. When it was finally inserted her body once more relaxed, she had thought this would hurt, yet it had not. Whatever was inside her was held in place.<br><br>Again he had been good to her and had not hurt her. She stifled another groan as his hand left her soft warm buttocks.<br><br>Her breath became a little faster again as Beth once more was left with the anticipation of what her master might wish. There was another stifled sound, and her eyes remained closed. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>22-12-2009, 16:03:43</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike was hard as a rock.&nbsp; The sounds she was making were driving him wild.&nbsp; Were she any other woman, he'd have repositioned her, and fucked her senseless - but today... today was for Beth.&nbsp; Today, if he taught her ONE thing, he was going to teach her that there was pleasure in this world, and as scared as she might be, she could trust him.&nbsp; Tonight was about giving her the confidence she needed to accept all the other things that would come.<br><br>With the anal plug securely inside her, there was one thing left to do...&nbsp; He returned to her, this time in front.&nbsp; In his hand was a small, fingertip vibrator.&nbsp; He pressed himself up against her, wrapping his free arm around her back.&nbsp; He kissed her breast, and trailed his tongue in a circle about the nipple.<br><br>With his hand, he reached down between her legs, and let his finger brush over her sex a bit, before penetrating her again.&nbsp; He didn't go deeply but moved gently, letting some of her own wetness moisten his finger.&nbsp; He left the vibrator turned off though, letting his finger find then gently circle her clit.<br><br>He whispered to her again... "All that you are is mine... your body belongs to me... "<br><br>Then he reached further her legs with his other hand, to the plug&nbsp; He moved the switch at its base, and it began to vibrate inside her...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>22-12-2009, 16:42:42</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth let out small gasping sounds as she felt her masters body pressed against her, she was afraid in so many ways yet there were stirrings within her, she had said she was not confused, and for the most this was true. Yet the girl was perplexed at her own feelings and how her body was responding. <br><br>She wanted to cry out as he did this yet knew he wanted her to be quiet so only stifled moans and whimpers kept escaping. The girls eyes remained closed …but she could catch his scent and it was something else that did not repulse her. The man was making her feel good, he was making her feel right about the body that she had been told was so hideous. <br><br>When he kissed her breast and licked her nipple Beth groaned and it was loud, she writhed a little and then shuddered as yet more was to come. Yet another moan fell from her as he touched her between her legs as he touched her soft moist sex. It was certainly obvious that she was a virgin and nothing but an abusers finger had ever passed inside. When Doctor Cole began to circle her small bud, Beth bucked a little in her restraints it hardened beneath his finger. <br><br>By now her breathing was erratic; she whimpered and moaned even as he spoke to her. She was his, all she was belonged to him and she knew it, her body …<br><br>As the switch was turned Beth could no longer think her body writhed as much as it was able in the restraints. Still her eyes were closed and she tried to remain quiet, which was so difficult, her whole body felt like it was burning. The man saw her begin to glisten with perspiration.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>22-12-2009, 16:54:26</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Her heard every sound she made, as if it were amplified.&nbsp; She was somewhere she'd never been, and yet he knew she was holding back.&nbsp; He'd have to discuss that with her later - likely he'd taken his request that she not talk, as a request that she be silent...&nbsp; He chuckled to himself... That alone would likely intensify things as she struggled to control herself.<br><br>As she twitched and squirmed in the restraints, he smiled wide, and turned on the vibrator at his fingertip.&nbsp; He wasn't certain if she'd ever orgasmed - possibly with her own hand, but likely never brought to one by someone else.&nbsp; It was highly unlikely that her abusers had ever given her that.<br><br>He would take her there now, as he continued to lick around her nipple, nibbling on it ever so gently a few times.&nbsp; One hand wiggled the vibrating plug in her behind, and the other stimulated her clit with both vibration and movement.&nbsp; He whispered to her..."Let yourself go, My slave... Let it go..."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>22-12-2009, 17:17:50</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				The girl had indeed never orgasmed, she had never reached a climax, her abusers had don’t nothing but use her and she had never explored her own body, believing that it was wrong and that she was disgusting to look upon. Beth tried so hard not to cry out as she started to feel waves of pleasure washing over her body.<br><br>She writhed and squirmed yet more in the bonds as the second vibrator was turned on and administered to her burning clitoris. Beth was gasping for air; she was moaning and trying so hard not to cry out. Her skeletal hips were now trying to buck, seemingly not under her control. <br><br>The girl was growing so close to climax and a little of her nectar trickled from her, as he pushed her further yet more glistened on her delicate lips and his hand. Beth finally reached it under his masterful touch. She struggled to make no noise, but finally it felt like her body exploded, and she cried out she called out with a burning pleasure.<br><br>Still Beth writhed and moaned.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>22-12-2009, 18:17:43</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He whispered softly to her as she came... "Yes... that's it... "<br><br>He held her as she shook... brought her down from it slowly.&nbsp; He turned off the vibrators, but kept his hands in contact with her body.&nbsp; He rubbed her back, her sides.&nbsp; He kissed her neck, her forehead, and very softly and briefly, her lips.&nbsp; As she shuddered in the bonds, he kissed her between her breasts, working his way down her belly with gentle, soft kisses, then reached her sex.&nbsp; He kissed her there too, tasting her sweetness.&nbsp; <br><br>It seemed as if it took her ages to come down - she may have had a second orgasm, he couldn't tell for certain.&nbsp; He let his hands sooth her, and finally, stroking her hair again, as he knew she liked.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>23-12-2009, 08:01:12</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth found herself moaning and gasping for air for some time as Doctor Cole caressed and kissed her, the girl certainly did climax a second time. She had never had an experience like this. Even now she still felt as if her skin was tingling. She shuddered still a little in her restraints, even that eventually ceased and she went a little limp almost hanging there, as the man stroked her hair.<br><br>She made a few quiet noises of pleasure but did not talk, she lent into his caresses as much as she was able being thus bound. Her pale eyes were half open now, heavy lidded. The girl was not quite sure what had happened to her body but it had felt so good.&nbsp; Her head felt a little cloudy still from the experience, making it hard to think or consider about that which had just experienced.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>23-12-2009, 15:54:50</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				As she finally relaxed, sagging in her bonds, he knelt and untied her ankles, but left the cuffs on.&nbsp; Carefully, he did the same with her arms, and supported her when the ropes no longer did.&nbsp; It didn't take much effort for him to pick her up.&nbsp; He positioned her head at his shoulders, and with his arms at her back and under her knees, he carried her back upstairs - making a quick stop at the workbench along the way.&nbsp; He didn't speak as he took her upstairs to her bedroom.&nbsp; He didn't want her to talk about anything just now - she needed time to process everything, and there would be plenty of time for discussion later.<br><br>Supporting her with one arm, he pulled the covers down, and laid her in bed.&nbsp; "Just relax," he told her, as he turned her on her side.&nbsp; He rubbed her behind a little, simply for his own enjoyment, then wiggled the butt-plug slightly before slowly removing it and placing it on the nightstand.&nbsp; <br><br>Kissing her cheek, he rolled her onto her back again, and took a few things from his pocket.&nbsp; Using small padlocks, he locked the buckles on her wrist cuffs, and then used a small chain and another tiny lock to connect them to the loop at her collar.&nbsp; It held her hands up just over her breasts so that she wouldn't be able to touch herself while he was gone.<br><br>He locked the ankle cuffs on as well, and used a short piece of chain to connect them.&nbsp; It didn't have a specific purpose - other than hobble her if she decided to get up - but it was more about enforcing restraint than anything else.<br><br>He pulled the covers lightly over her, then bent down and kissed her again, softly, on her lips.<br><br>"Rest now... we'll talk about things later.&nbsp; I'll return in a little while."<br><br>He took the plug from the nightstand and left the room, closing the door behind him and drawing the bolts shut to lock her in.&nbsp; He flipped the light switch as well, making the room go dark.&nbsp; Without any windows, it would be impossible for Beth to ever tell if it was daytime, or night.&nbsp; If she fell asleep, she'd be confused when she woke...<br><br>He returned to the basement, and carefully cleaned everything up.&nbsp; As he worked, his thoughts continued to return to Beth... she was his now, by her own volition.&nbsp; There was a lot of work to do yet, however, and she was still frail both in body, and spirit...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>23-12-2009, 20:17:11</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth was not entirely sure what happened in that place, in that basement, everything that had transpired left the girl with swirling emotions and thoughts. Though she was so tired, exhausted that it was hard to try and contemplate any of it. In fact her mind was so foggy at the present moment she barely was even aware when Doctor Cole carried her upstairs. She was indeed light, even though her weight was a ‘dead’ one.<br><br>She moaned a couple of times and made a few noises, as if she was trying to speak perhaps but it appeared at the moment she was unable to. As the man stroked her buttocks there was a quiet noise that escaped from her lips it was followed by a moan and a slight buck from her hips when the plug was removed.<br><br>The girl did not resist the restraints, she could not oppose her master…and even if she wanted to for now her energy was spent. Beth tried to return his kiss though and then she closed her eyes. The truth was she was not sure of the time.<br><br>She fell in and out of sleep occasionally muddling her past life with this one and when it became too confused and she imagined other men in the room she struggled and shouted out. She did start to panic in the darkness, at least for a short time until her consciousness began to return…<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>23-12-2009, 21:16:56</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike was in the kitchen sipping a cup of coffee when he heard her cry out.&nbsp; He'd checked on her a few times, quietly, and she'd seemed OK.&nbsp; She was completely exhausted when he'd taken her upstairs - likely as much for emotional reasons as physical ones.&nbsp; Undernourished as she was, it wasn't a surprise that the activity had taken so much out of her.<br><br>He took the steps two at a time, and pulled open the bolts on the door, letting the hallway light flood into the room.&nbsp; By the time he got there, she was already calming down, but he went to the bed anyway, and sat down on the edge, taking her quickly into his arms and rocking her back and forth...<br><br>He whispered to her quietly... little things... telling her everything was OK.&nbsp; When he felt she'd calmed down enough, he stroked her hair again, and gave her a gentle kiss on the forehead...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>23-12-2009, 22:11:54</strong>
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				Beth was tense and her breathing was faster than usual, her stomach hurt again and she felt a little sick once more, she was calmer than she had been, as the light flooded the room and the nightmares were dispersed along with the chokeing blackness. The girl gasped and tried to find air in the light. It was only then that she was more aware of Doctor Cole’s arms about her and his touch, she moved closer into the man. As close as she could, Beth was scared it seemed, not of Mike though.<br><br>The girl shuddered just a little as she became yet more aware of where she was. Beth focused on his voice for a little while then tried to kiss him.<br><br>“I am sorry…sorry master…” She said quietly, “I didn’t mean…mean to wake you.” She was a little disorientated. “I…I had…I thought…”<br><br>She was muddled now unsure apart from the fact that she felt safe with her master; the girl put her trust completely in him now as she began to breathe a little more slowly. She closed her eyes. “Have…have I slept…am I late?”<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>24-12-2009, 15:32:35</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				It was staggering just how fast she'd fallen into calling him "Master", and when she did, it seemed as if it felt natural for her.&nbsp; There wasn't any stilt to the words, or that usual pause that women made when they had to concentrate on their wording.&nbsp; It was a pleasant difference.<br><br>"No... no you didn't wake me.&nbsp; It's about four in the afternoon - you were exhausted and needed to rest."<br><br>He continued to hold her, and rubbed her back soothingly.&nbsp; "You were probably a little confused when you woke up... with everything that's happened this morning, along with this room still being new to you.&nbsp; We can talk if you like..."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>24-12-2009, 17:59:20</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth tried to work out the time again; he could see the concentration on her face. She had, had blank spots in her memory before, and strange time dilation. This felt like it was the same she perhaps might have panicked again, as the occasional flash of seemingly memory erupted in her mind yet she didn’t. Instead she just searched her mind, trying to piece small parts together. After all she felt safe here, and the soothing caresses upon her back were comforting.<br><br>A few times she tensed and then her breathing was erratic but for the most Beth appeared to be concentrating on something her brow was furrowed. “I…I think I would like to talk…if that is alright?” It appeared she barely noticed the cuffs and restraints she was wearing.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>24-12-2009, 18:29:28</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He nodded, watching her obvious discomfort.&nbsp; "Of course... whatever's on your mind is OK to talk about.&nbsp; No taboo subjects...&nbsp; no need to keep secrets anymore..."&nbsp; He kept rubbing her back, and a moment later, turned to gently massaging her right shoulder with the arm already around her back.<br><br>She was still troubled, and the morning's activity had caused her tension on a few occasions.&nbsp; It was possible, he thought, that it had brought certain memories to the surface.&nbsp; As he did his best to comfort her, the thought crossed his mind that, although she responded positively to him, he might have taken her too far too quickly.&nbsp; If that was the case, what was done was done, and he'd have to do his best to manage any fallout...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>24-12-2009, 19:29:05</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				“It is so hard to try…and explain master.” Beth swallowed hard, “Please…if I …if I can make some sense of it…” The concentration remained on her face. “Its like a large puzzle and some of…of the pieces don’t fit yet …but…but I think yours do.” She was still tired it seemed and when her head rested on Doctor Cole he felt her warm breath on his neck as she spoke.<br><br>“I thought …wet …wet myself with you.” Beth’s eyes closed tightly “but I didn’t…did I…” Her body tensed a little. <br><br>“Master…there are some things that…that don’t make sense. I …would like… to know…” a few more pieces of the jigsaw fell. “The drink tasted strange…then…and I was not to bleed. I heard him say that…” Her voice became muffled as she turned her head into his chest. “I don’t remember much master…just bits…different with you…”<br><br>“It’s the different smells master…”<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>24-12-2009, 19:43:18</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He continued to comfort her as she spoke... "No Beth, you didn't wet yourself, you just got wet... that's normal."&nbsp; He paused then, was it possible that at her age, she still hadn't experienced arousal?&nbsp; If that was the case, then taking her to an orgasm the first time may have too much.&nbsp; He frowned...<br><br>"Scent is powerful, especially for women.&nbsp; Sometimes, people remember smells more than almost anything else.&nbsp; Has something to do with that primal part of us.&nbsp; But tell me... what did you drink?&nbsp; What did he give you?&nbsp; I'm guessing he wanted to prevent you from having your period - and that was wrong of him to do.&nbsp; But do you know what he gave you?&nbsp; Anything about it?"<br><br>He turned her head and looked at her deeply in the eyes... "Try to remember - I know it's hard... but try.&nbsp; It's important we know - then I can help you."&nbsp; He paused again, then added, "I'm your Master now Beth, I love you, and I will protect you."<br><br>He blinked ... surprising himself.&nbsp; As quickly as she'd submitted to him, he'd developed feelings for her.&nbsp; He did love her - and he knew that he would respond aggressively to anyone now, who tried to harm her.&nbsp; He needed to keep perspective though - keep the past in the past or else anger and emotion could get him drawn into something that, for all rights and purposes, was no longer a concern...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>24-12-2009, 23:51:56</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth was trying so hard to concentrate, she murmured something about loving her master, but it was lost as she breathed in to his chest, finding that safe scent. She let out a few soft sighs again and then a moan as his hands comforted her. Her large eyes were still heavy lidded. She was confused and very tired.<br><br>The girl took time to take in what Doctor Cole told her or asked her, “Its really difficult master to remember, it has been so long…” she seemed to be searching her head. “Master….it was something in the milk at first, it made…made me sleepy…that …maybe was before ….before my father died but when...after he did…”<br><br>Her mouth was getting very dry now as she tried to speak.<br><br>“After he did I had to drink other things…some of them made me sleepy and some made me…no made …the room swirl. It …it smelled of …like blood.”<br><br>She tried to calm herself a little. “But not like you did master.” There was another pause, sometimes I woke up and there were …I will try to remember.” Through the fog in her brain Beth found a thought, “You have my…my medical papers…maybe there…”<br><br>Beth tensed a little and she tried to control herself, her stomach was painful, she was concentrating both on her memories and not vomiting.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>26-12-2009, 00:39:01</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike felt himself tense, and quickly brought that under control, not wanting to upset her further.&nbsp; He knew she'd been abused, emotionally and sexually.&nbsp; But this was the first time he'd heard of her being drugged, and that made him more than just mildly angry.&nbsp; It also added another piece to the puzzle - what were they giving her?&nbsp; He needed to find out, otherwise he could be causing long-term damage to the girl without even knowing it.<br><br>She'd mentioned medical papers, but all he'd gotten from her mother was the standard collection of bills, insurance forms, and prescription records.&nbsp; He wasn't a medical doctor, so most of what was there meant little to him, but he was dammed sure that his next job was to go through it with a fine tooth comb - and make some phone calls to get answers to anything he didn't understand.&nbsp; Making her think about it too much right now was likely not a good idea, she was already showing signs of discomfort again.<br><br>"Ok..ok..ok..." he told her.&nbsp; "It's going to be fine.&nbsp; We'll figure this out together - but I think you should lay down again... "<br><br>He eased her back down, then removed her cuffs and the chain - her collar though, he left in place.&nbsp; He also took off the cuffs at her ankles, and then pulled the covers back over her.<br><br>Mike caressed her hair again, and kissed her forehead.<br><br>"Try and rest some more.&nbsp; Don't think too hard.&nbsp; I'll leave the door open, and you come down and find me if you need anything.&nbsp; OK?&nbsp; You'll be fine - I promise."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>26-12-2009, 01:16:15</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				“I am sorry master, things were very strange at home, that home…I mean. Sometimes…not all the time… It …it got more intense…more…well worse recently. I was…was trying to get money to get away master…” Her brow was furrowed now, lines drawn into it as Beth tried to remember the strange events. So much of it she had tried to block out, and there were some parts that had been blocked out for her. The girl had mealy fallen beneath the radar. After all she was just another goth, and the fact that she was not particularly disruptive in class and she always had excellent grades made it was easy to miss her. She had hidden it well too.<br><br>She lay in her bed glad of the light that now filled the room, she focused on the light and on the fact that Doctor Cole was there, her breathing became a little more steady, she liked his touch on her skin and her hair. Beth tried to work out the puzzle pieces, and where it had started…but things seemed to merge. Her father had died…but before then he had taken a job which meant he traveled…<br><br>Her hand touched the collar now that they were free, she felt safe with it on, her master had put it on and he promised she would be safe. Beth remained still trying not to think too hard, though it was very difficult.<br><br>After perhaps an hour our so the girl climbed out of bed, though she was still a little disoriented at least she was calmer and some of the pain had gone. She carefully and quietly walked down the stairs to find Doctor Cole. She wanted a drink of water and knew that she had to prepare dinner. However she remembered the rules thus when Beth found him she knelt in front of the man with her head bowed.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>26-12-2009, 13:57:48</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He was pouring through papers when she came down - medical records, most of which were mind-bogglingly generic.&nbsp; The number of doctor visits had gone up in the last few years though, but less than he'd expect with a high-schooler.&nbsp; Many were physical injuries, though he had a feeling that many more had gone untreated.&nbsp; He was concentrating on a prescription history, some of the medications he recognised, others he didn't.&nbsp; In fact, he was so concentrated that he didn't notice her at first.&nbsp; If there was one thing she was good at, it was being quiet - likely a defense mechanism from trying to be as inconspicuous as possible.<br><br>When he noticed her, he turned towards her - his fingers reaching out to her neck to brush over the collar, then her caressed her cheek gently.<br><br>"I hope you're feeling better..." he told her.&nbsp; "Are you doing OK?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>26-12-2009, 22:08:03</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				The girl remained kneeling as she could. She was silent for a little while, though she did bend a little into his touch, something she relished and enjoyed. After the abuse she had suffered, the collar and the cuffs really did not frighten her, in an almost perverse way like his touches, caresses and kisses, she savored them. <br><br>Beth did not look up as she spoke; her eyes remained on the floor, “Thank you master…” the word was so easy to say, and it like everything else was not upsetting. Submitting to this man felt so natural. “I feel a little better, but…but my stomach still hurts a little. I have not …not vomited though master.” though it had come very close a few times.<br><br>“Would you like me to dress and then try to prepare food?” She did seem less tense even if the girl was naked in front of this man.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>27-12-2009, 01:10:12</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He smiled... "Yes, that would be a good idea."<br><br>He turned back to the papers, then paused, and added, "I know it's hard to remember some things, and I don't want you to push too hard - but if you remember anything at all, you're to tell me, OK?"<br><br>He made a few notes, then picked up the phone... "I'll do my best to keep things as private as I can, but I need to know what some of this means."<br><br>He dialed - the same number he'd called the night before, then crossed his fingers and hoped a good friend would tell him what he needed to know without asking questions he preferred not to answer...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>27-12-2009, 11:18:54</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth nodded she stayed just a short time longer with the man and then stood. “I will try to remember master, but it all gets a little confusing sometimes. I promise I will certainly try.” Though remembering scared her a little too, did she really want to remember all that had happened was it not just safer to leave that in the past? For her new life was so different and safe, Beth did not want any memories to spoil what was here. Still Doctor Cole had asked her too.<br><br>Retrieving her dress that had been layed out in her bedroom the girl returned to the kitchen. She searched through the fridge and the cupboards and studied a few of the cookery books, she wanted to make something simple. In the end she made some meatballs and created spaghetti bolognaise. At least making it took Beth’s mind from her past. Though occasionally little snippets slipped in to her mind causing the girl to shudder a little.<br><br>Once the meal was almost prepared and she was able to leave it, Beth walked quietly into the room where Doctor Cole was and knelt in front of him, her head was bowed.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>27-12-2009, 12:03:46</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He had hoped for some answers, but had received none.&nbsp; Beth's medical records seemed to contain only routine items.&nbsp; Whatever she'd been given hadn't been by prescription.&nbsp; What Mike needed to do now, was to decide if he was going to pursue it aggressively, or just let it go.&nbsp; While she made supper, he retrieved the clothing delivery from the front and took it upstairs.&nbsp; He removed all the tags and put the items away in their proper places, locking the drawers and closet when he was done.&nbsp; He returned to the study and picked up a book - a distraction to take his mind off of those things that were rapidly leading him down a pathway he knew he shouldn't take.<br><br>When she came back, he reached down and squeezed her shoulder, giving her a smile and letting her lead him to the kitchen.&nbsp; While she served, he measured out some of the medicine, and put it in a small cup by her place at the table.<br><br>As they began to eat, he leaned over and moved her hair a bit so that her collar was more visible from his angle.&nbsp; "It looks good on you Beth.&nbsp; After what you've gone through today and how you've behaved, you've proved yourself worthy of wearing it."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>27-12-2009, 12:25:45</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth served up dinner quietly she filled a jug of water and placed it on the table she also served Doctor Coles first, and then filled his glass before she sat down. And filled her own plate. The girl only took a small amount but at least it was something. Again the man saw the concentration on her face as she ate a few small mouthfuls in between each one Beth took a sip of water.<br><br>She let out a little sigh of pleasure when he brushed her hair aside. It was almost imperceptible, a slight smile passed over her face and she looked down. Thank you master.” She flushed a little so unused to praise.<br><br>“I have been trying to remember master, little bits occasionally find there way into my head. I would sometimes hear things when they did not notice me about.” She took another small mouthful, and then a drink. “A lot of it is fuzzy and doesn’t make much sense.” She bit her lip. “Its more scents and noises and occasionally faces.”<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>27-12-2009, 12:45:53</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				"I know," he told her.&nbsp; "You've been through a lot - probably more than you remember.&nbsp; My real concern is what they drugged you with, and I'm not certain yet how far I want to go to find out.&nbsp; Knowing may make it easier for me to get your strength and health back.&nbsp; If you were healthier, you wouldn't have collapsed after our session this morning."<br><br>He paused to take another few bites of supper, and indicated his approval of her cooking.&nbsp; Changing the subject to something more pleasant,&nbsp; "Speaking of which, it was your first orgasm, wasn't it? "
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>27-12-2009, 13:04:06</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth swallowed the mouthful of water that was in her mouth, and she bowed her head, and her face flushed bright red, again it reached her ears. The girl pushed her food around her plate a little more; she was at least pleased he was enjoying his meal. Her dark hair fell over her face once more as she took another small drink of water.<br><br>“It was…it was master. I didn’t think I would like anyone touching me there.” Beth closed her thin thighs, thinking about it was making her breath a little faster but more with excitement than anything else. “Or…I thought that would hurt too.” Beth was obviously embarrassed, and wriggled a little. And then pulled her housedress back onto her shoulder. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>27-12-2009, 18:13:36</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike grinned a little as she instinctively drew her legs tightly together.&nbsp; "There are reasons that we're made the way we are Beth.&nbsp; We're evolved from animals, but we have an instinct to mate.&nbsp; Sex feels good because it's something we're supposed to do.&nbsp; Unfortunately, there are some people who know just what to do to make even good things feel bad - it's unfortunate that those people got hold of you and kept you from learning about yourself.&nbsp; That's something we're on the road to fixing.&nbsp; But I don't want you to be afraid when it happens - the first time you DO have intercourse it will hurt for a time, but after that, I think you'll find it very pleasant."<br><br>As he ate, he considered something, and thought it might not be a bad idea to ask.&nbsp; "Tell me something, when you were having those piercings put in... Did you feel anything similar to what you've felt in the last few days?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>27-12-2009, 23:10:17</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth swallowed very hard and took more water though she pushed the remnants of her dinner aside. Then filling her glass again the girl took two breaths but still did not look up, she tried to calm herself with the suggestions and the questions. For one of the questions seemed too rattle some of those more hidden recesses of her mind. <br><br>Taking a few more breaths Beth spoke, “Can I ask…will you be the one that… has inter…intercourse with me Master? Please I…I would like it to be you.” Her breathing was becoming a little erratic as she said it. Her face became redder and she looked down again. She shut her eyes shut and then pushed her plate of food further from her taking more water as if flushing out her system to answer the next question.<br><br>“Master, about the metal, most of …most of it I woke…woke up with…I think I…I remember things being fastened to the ones in my back…and the…the ones you know…the rings down there. Sometimes some…they were tied shut.” Beth’s eyes remained downcast, though her mind seemed to be trying to wade through the memories, memories that had been hidden with drugs and fear. <br><br>“I don’t think …I have ever felt anything as I have since I have been here master.”<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>28-12-2009, 04:22:07</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He listened to her, the uncertain voice and uncomfortable pauses she made.<br><br>"Your body, Beth, belongs to me.&nbsp; You gave it to me when you locked the collar around your own neck this morning.&nbsp; You will remain a virgin until I believe you're healthy enough, and secure enough, to part with it.&nbsp; Nobody will enjoy that gift but me.&nbsp; And when you do part with it, I will make certain it's something you remember for the rest of your life, but in a positive way."<br><br>When he heard about the piercings, he had to hold back another bout of anger.&nbsp; How much had been done to her without any shred of consent?&nbsp; As much as it hurt to take them out, and as much as she seemed to resist it, there must have been a part of her aching to get rid of that constant reminder of abuse.<br><br>He nodded to her, "It's good you're remembering, and able to tell me.&nbsp; I want you to know, that there's absolutely <em>nothing</em> to be ashamed of.&nbsp; No matter what people did to you, where they did it, or with what - there's no shame.&nbsp; I can't think negatively of you because of what was done <em>to</em> you, or something you did because you were put in a position where your emotions or thoughts were compromised."<br><br>"Here in this house, you'll feel all kinds of things - some will hurt, some will be purely pleasurable, some will blend the two - but ALL of it will be for the right reasons and in the right way.&nbsp; They will be memories you'll <em>want</em> to keep."<br><br>He pushed the medicine towards her and smiled... "Drink..." he told her, "and try to have a little more food and a little less water.&nbsp; You're actually a good cook, and I hope it won't be long before you can enjoy what you make."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>28-12-2009, 08:32:00</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth took the medicine and swallowed it; she seemed to relax a little more again as once more Doctor Cole reassured her and reasserted his position and hers within this ‘relationship.’ She liked it that way everything was clear and specific lines were draw. Yes the girl felt comfortable here.<br><br>“Thank you master.” It pleased her that he liked her cooking, she did take a few more bites of food resisting the urge to drink water between the food. Though when she really had eaten her fill Beth drank some more. The girl waited then until the man had finished his meal. Then she waited for permission to clear the table, once it was given she cleared the plates and filled the dishwater. <br><br>The girl made sure everything was clean and then knelt down in front of Doctor Cole.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>28-12-2009, 13:03:30</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike smiled again, pleased at how well Beth was falling into her role.&nbsp; This was proving to be a significantly more intense experience for him than he'd expected going into it... He hadn't expected the level of abuse he'd found, but neither did he expect to find himself caring for her to the degree he now did.&nbsp; At first, learning of certain abuses had surprised him, but now he was feeling anger as he learned more.&nbsp; The anger issue was something he needed to fix, and fix quickly - it wouldn't lead anywhere positive.&nbsp; He was confident he could, but it would take him a little more time to rationalize everything.&nbsp; Best thing to do was keep that part of things as private as possible.&nbsp; If Beth knew he was angry, she might misinterpret her role in it, and that would drive things backwards.<br><br>As she knelt, he reached down, and gently pushed the shoulder of her house dress back up, taking a moment to squeeze her shoulder gently.&nbsp; He took a key from his pocket and held it out to her.&nbsp; "Tomorrow's a school day.&nbsp; I need you to try on the things I bought for you.&nbsp; This key will open the drawers.&nbsp; I expect you to make certain everything fits well enough to wear, then put it all back in the drawers as you found it, lock them shut again, and return the key to me after you've showered and gotten ready for bed."<br><br>When she took the key, he added, "I'll be in the study working an adjustment to my lesson plans for tomorrow."&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>28-12-2009, 19:51:30</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth kissed Doctor Coles hand and thanked him, it was then that she left the room and did exactly as she was instructed. He heard that soft sigh as he touched her. The man was realizing just how much she relished his attentions, in whatever form. “Thank you sir.” She kissed his hand again softly and then left the room to do as was asked.<br><br><br>She tried on the clothes, as the man had ordered,the children’s clothes he had found mostly fitted though a couple were a little big but nothing that looked too out of the ordinary. As always Beth spend a long time in the shower many questions passed through her mind.<br><br>It was then after drying herself and placing her clothes back into the draw and locking it she returned to Doctor Cole. This time she was naked as she knelt in front of the man. Another thought passed her mind about giving him pleasure.<br><br>Beth would no speak or ask questions until her master spoke, the key was held up to Doctor Cole.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>28-12-2009, 21:51:00</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He turned from his desk, then took the key.&nbsp; As he did, he looked at his watch - it was getting late.&nbsp; <br><br>She was getting used to being naked.&nbsp; At first, it had clearly bothered her - now, she seemed to do it even when he hadn't specifically instructed her.&nbsp; It was a sign, at least, of the level of trust she had - the things that had been done to her only weeks ago were still not clear, but she seemed to take to her new role without hesitation.&nbsp; Order in chaos, he supposed.<br><br>Standing up, he told her, "I've lost track of time... it's later than I thought."<br><br>He had wanted to do several things before bed, but there simply wasn't enough time.&nbsp; He'd wasted several hours going over medical records that yielded very little information, and hadn't started working his lesson plans until much later than he should have.&nbsp; He scratched his chin.<br><br>"Go upstairs, and wait in your room for me.&nbsp; You can read a book, whatever you like.&nbsp; I'll come for you in a little while."<br><br>He followed her up, but passed her bedroom by as she went in.&nbsp; Going to his room, he closed the door, and took a quick shower himself, and after drying off, pulled on a pair of athletic shorts and a light bathrobe.&nbsp; He checked a few things, then went to Beth's room.<br><br>"I'm concerned, " he told her "I don't want you waking up tomorrow the way you did this afternoon.&nbsp; So tonight, you'll sleep with me."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>29-12-2009, 00:47:25</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				The time had been more than a little longer, perhaps she had been too long in the shower, she had not meant to. Beth even worried that she had upset Doctor Cole when he left her. The girl found some of her books on medieval literature, and sat at the end of her bed. She decided the questions perhaps should wait till tomorrow night.<br><br>There was almost relief as the man asked her to sleep in his bed. She looked up from her book briefly, and put it to one side. Beth was not afraid&nbsp; at the suggestion, though there was a little apprehension. More than anything her fear was that she had upset the man in the afternoon.<br><br>“Yes master.” The girl put down her book and followed Doctor Cole with her head still bowed.<br><br>All sorts of sensations were passing over her body and in her mind.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>29-12-2009, 14:40:52</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He took her hand then, and lead her down the hallway to his room.&nbsp; He'd long since renovated the upstairs, combining two other bedrooms into a master suite.&nbsp; When he opened the door, Beth could see that his bed dominated the room.<br><br>It wasn't that it was big (it was), but how it was made.&nbsp; It appeared to have been built from timber - a massive fourposter that had beams connecting the posts on top to form something like a huge open cube.&nbsp; From the overhead beams, posts, and various points around its base were bolted metal plates with rings.&nbsp; It looked positively medieval.&nbsp; The bedding in contrast, appeared to be of lavish white satin, and pillows were abundant.&nbsp; The other furnature in the room complimented the bed, but were just what one would normally expect in a bedroom - dressers, nightstands, and a pair of matching armoires.&nbsp; A large armchair, ottoman, and reading lamp were in one corner.<br><br>There was no door separating the bathroom from the bedroom, though it appeared that the toilet was in the back, behind a half-wall, affording privacy.&nbsp; A huge roman tub dominated the center.&nbsp; In contrast to the rest of the house, it was clear where Dr. Cole had put his money.&nbsp; This room was far more opulent than the entire rest of the house.<br><br>He gestured her towards the left side of the bed as he brushed a hand gently across her back.&nbsp; "Sit down, and don't worry - this bedroom is a place where I want you to feel safe and secure.&nbsp; I'll never punish you here."<br><br>As she moved towards the bed, he stopped at one of the dressers, and opened a drawer...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>29-12-2009, 21:08:30</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth was silent and took in the, luxury of the room, it was beautiful in design, the girl took in the various time periods and cultures that may have been used and considered to create it all. Parts of it made her nervous, but only because she couldn’t quite fathom where parts of it fitted, and what they were there for. She breathed very slowly and watched what the doctor was doing. Though her eyes were certainly less feral then they had been. They were more confused. Why was this place as it was...<br><br>When punishment was mentioned the girl tensed somewhat, though she believed that if she were a good slave she would likely not be. Still Beth did not speak she merely sat politely where she had been directed too. However the truth be told she would rather have been on her knees. The girl did however keep her head down now. She almost felt as if she was intruding though on Doctor Cole’s private space.<br><br>He sis hear that soft sigh again as he touched her, and he could see her body relax just a little.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>29-12-2009, 22:21:22</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He came to the bed, and sat down next to her.&nbsp; He was holding a set of soft leather ankle and wrist cuffs.&nbsp; Each pair was connected with a short, lightweight chain about&nbsp; 6 inches long.&nbsp; The chains continued off the end of the right-hand cuff to a length of about six feet.&nbsp; He stroked her hair again - it was something he enjoyed doing - her hair was soft, and it smelled of the sweet shampoo he'd stocked the bathroom with.&nbsp; He felt her nervousness, and spoke to her reassuringly as he took her left hand, and began attaching the cuffs.<br><br>"Don't be scared Beth.&nbsp; Nothing scary is going to happen here tonight."<br><br>When he had her wrists and ankles secured, he attached the ends of the chains to the bedframe, at the head and foot respectively.&nbsp; There was enough slack for her to sleep comfortably on her back, or roll to her right side, but not enough for her to roll left, or make it past the center-point of the bed.&nbsp; He'd adjusted the lengths with an experienced eye - her hands could move as far down as her belly, but she wouldn't be able to reach below that because the ankle chains would keep her from bringing her hips up higher on the bed.<br><br>He kissed her softly, letting his lips brush over hers, breathing in her scent again, then pulled down the covers, urging her under the luxurious sheets.<br><br>"Are you doing all right?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>29-12-2009, 22:48:55</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth let out another soft noise of pleasure and Doctor Cole stroked her hair. It was indeed soft and it was long too, longer than it had ever looked at school for now it was either in simple braids or loose. She did indeed relax even more when the soft cuffs were placed upon her. It appeared they made Beth feel safer more than afraid.<br><br>The satin was so soft on her skin that it caused her body to respond a little, her nipples became just a little more erect and hardened, and she felt a little warm between her legs. The girl let out another slight moan. Briefly she wondered what he might want her to do, for if he asked Beth would have done, however hard it might be. <br><br>She responded to Doctor Coles kiss, and tried to return it.<br><br>She let out a little moan again “Yes master…” was her quiet reply. She took in a few sharp intakes of breath, never having felt such luxury. “Master…” there was another pause, “Some…sometimes I have bad dreams…I don’t want to disturb you. I don’t think they will be bad…bad tonight.”<br><br>Beth was becoming more sleepy now, in the warmth and safety she felt, less so in the room but more so with Doctor Cole..<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>29-12-2009, 23:21:43</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				As he drew the covers up over her, he answered her.<br><br>"I know... that's why you're here tonight.&nbsp; If you have a nightmare, I'll be here to help you."<br><br>He walked to the other side of the bed, took off his robe, doused the lights, and climbed into the bed next to her.&nbsp; Pulling the sheets up, he turned on his side to face her, then used his arms to urge her onto her side, and pulled her close against him in a spooning position.&nbsp; Her skin felt soft against his back, and he held her waifish body gently, and kissed the back of her neck.<br><br>Though his body was responding naturally, he had no intention of doing anything sexual with her tonight.&nbsp; He just wanted her to be calm and rest.&nbsp; If this was going to be more than a passing thing for both of them, he wanted to be certain she felt safe with him, first and foremost.&nbsp; He was fairly certain she could feel his erection, but that was something he wasn't hiding from her anymore.&nbsp; It was important for her to know she had a positive effect on him.<br><br>As he held her, his fingers playing absently in her hair, he spoke to her softly.&nbsp; "I want you to remember today, Beth.&nbsp; I want you to remember the significance of it, and what you felt in the basement."&nbsp; His finger strayed to the collar at her neck.&nbsp; "Know that you're safe here Beth... Safe with me - with a Master who will protect you, and who values you.&nbsp; If you want to ask me anything before we go to sleep, you can... we can talk as long or as little as you like."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>30-12-2009, 00:02:24</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth’s breathing was slow it was stable, even, as she lay within this opulent palace, even the sheets caused her to gasp. “Master …the cuffs…they feel right.” Her voice was soft an slow as if she was considering the situation and then found it secure and protected. Much of it was due to his scent, she caught it and it made the girl smile it also made her feel safe, for it smelt nothing like stale beer or whisky, or blood and sex.<br><br>Again he heard a moan as Beth moved in closer, she arched her back slightly and felt his erection against her, yet after a slight flinch Beth relaxed again. Doctor Cole had told her nothing but the truth so her trust was apparent; the man had given his word.<br><br>“I trust you master,” Beth whispered and that indeed was the truth, “I trust you.” There was a pause as she enjoyed him playing with her hair and became more relaxed it was almost as if she drifted in and out of sleep. “I think there are questions…I am to wear my collar to school…?” it took some time for her to ask that one. “I think it is …” her breath was soft as mist now. Other questions played across her lips as to how she should behave at school. <br><br>The girl was so close to slumber now though the soft noises that his caresses brought were certainly enticing.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>30-12-2009, 00:15:03</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike smiled as he held her.&nbsp; Though she couldn't see, it was a different kind of smile - he too, found her presence relaxing - the way she smelled, her soft sounds, and the way she always tried to be closer to him.<br><br>"Yes, you'll wear the collar to school.&nbsp; Your hair will cover the lock, and I chose your clothes so that the collar would look natural for a girl dressed all in black.&nbsp; I doubt anyone will even notice.&nbsp; If they do, I'm sure you'll come up with a good cheeky remark to shut them up.&nbsp; In school, you'll address me as "sir", and as you did the last couple of school days, you'll be in my room until start of classes, and you'll come to my room after school.&nbsp; The only thing you have to understand, is that not everyone would accept our particular... situation.&nbsp; So it's best we keep that to ourselves for a time."<br><br>He felt her drifting off, so instead of pressing her, he just kept quiet.&nbsp; If she wanted to ask more, she would.&nbsp; He kissed her neck again as he held her.&nbsp; She was so frail, and he knew that she needed him to look out for her - even in ways she didn't realize yet.&nbsp; The cuffs comforted her, and that too was understandable.&nbsp; She might not understand exactly why that was, but he knew.&nbsp; For girls like her, there was security in them - as long as the key was held by the right person.&nbsp; It wasn't the restraints so much, as who's restraints they were.&nbsp; In time, she'd realize that on her own.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>30-12-2009, 00:32:53</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Sleep felt so good, it was peaceful and the questions were fading till the light came, sleep did come to Beth and for the start is was peaceful. There was the occasional twitch or incoherent muttering. Finally the girl relaxed, at least for an hour perhaps more.<br><br>However after that hour or so Doctor Cole felt her whole body tense and she cried out. She was writhing and struggling against the bonds trying to breathe. <br><br>“Please…no…” Beth cried out as she gagged, she tugged against the bindings and tried to pull the sheets from herself. Her back arched she was certainly supple even if it was in her sleep. "No more..." She seemed to be having trouble catching the air in the room it felt to Beth as if she was suffocating.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>30-12-2009, 14:51:16</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike woke as the nightmare started... he waited a moment or two, both to see if it would pass on its own, and to see if he could learn at least a little something from it.&nbsp; When it started to affect her breathing, he decided to intervene.<br><br>He shook her shoulder, and griped it firmly. "Beth... Wake up..."<br><br>He took hold of the chains between her wrist cuffs, and held those firmly as well, not giving her an opportunity to hurt herself.&nbsp; It pulled them closer together, and he silently hoped that his actions wouldn't serve to perpetuate the nightmare, rather than break it.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>30-12-2009, 17:39:30</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth struggled and writhed for a little longer, as the binds were held tighter she was less able to hurt herself though it may have been that she hurt and perhaps pulled her shoulder. She was pleading now begging not to be cut; she also spoke in a language that sounded like Latin. <br><br>Finally though she stopped but her body still writhed a little before she woke, the girls body was so warm now and covered and shining with perspiration. Beth murmured some more Latin and then slowly came too. She slowly woke up.<br><br>“Master…?” her breathing was still erratic and she gasped for air. Her mind was so filled with horrible and terrible images yet his scent and his closeness seemed to calm Beth a little. “What…what happened…I had a dream…” <br><br>She still struggled with the air, it felt so thick, yet Beth drew closer to Mike, trying to fnd his scent rather than the ones of her nightmares.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>30-12-2009, 18:08:43</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He drew her close to him, stroked her hair, and whispered softly...<br><br>"I'm here, and you're safe with me.&nbsp; You had a nightmare... it's over.&nbsp; But now while it's fresh in your thoughts - tell me what you dreamed.&nbsp; Don't be scared of it, don't be embarrassed by it.&nbsp; The more you tell me, the better it will be - no matter how strange it might seem."<br><br>With everything she was blocking out, it might help to know a little about what was going on in her subconscious.&nbsp; He had no training as a therapist, but it seemed he was taking on that role.&nbsp; Best be careful, he told himself, push a little, but not too hard...<br><br>"Anything you can remember, Beth.&nbsp; I told you before this is a safe place.&nbsp; More than anywhere in the world, you're safe here with me."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>31-12-2009, 00:57:58</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Doctor Cole felt the girl continue to struggle she let out noises some of fear and some soft ones that were made perhaps because of the man’s presence. Those ones were far softer and her body seemed to change when theses escaped Beth’s lips. Through the half sleep the girl heard parts of the voice that called to her. <br><br>Still Beth appeared to have some trouble breathing when she spoke and she gasped, still trying to find the air. “Over my face…I couldn’t breath, I couldn’t see…”<br><br>She shuddered, “But…but I still smelt… and felt those dirty hands…and the biting…cold cutting…and burning could hear…hear them too…”<br><br>More of it was returning to her, parts of her memories were being unlocked; the darker recesses were being explored. “I know some…some of the voices…at least think…”<br><br>She was curled now tightly as she mumbled something about him even killing her dog…<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>31-12-2009, 19:47:42</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He gathered her into himself as best he could - the restraints were holding her somewhat, but she'd drifted to the edge of the bed when she'd pulled on them and it maximized the degree to which she could pull her knees up and her hands down.<br><br>"OK Beth, I want you to open your eyes and look at me.&nbsp; Talk to <em>ME</em>.&nbsp; I want you to say 'You are my Master and I am your slave.&nbsp; I am safe and protected', can you do that for me?"<br><br>It seemed odd, but he'd used repetition exercises before.&nbsp; A few of his playmates had said that doing it had an effect on them - though none of those women had ever been as emotionally close to him as Beth had become in such a short time.<br><br>He rocked her back and forth, urging her to focus on him.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>01-01-2010, 11:39:08</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth’s erratic breathing was slowing as she tried to hard to get the words out, the words that Doctor Cole spoke to her with a rhythm. Her eyes were locked with his The girl struggled with her breath that she might be able to speak. She did indeed stop thrashing against her bonds and continued to repeat those words like some sort of mantra. Eventually Beth buried her face in the mans chest finding comfort in its warmth and in his scent.<br><br>Her breath was warm against his skin as the girl continued to repeat the words. Her soft lips moved against his skin they were moist as was mouth. The words made sense to her, and eventually the girl began to relax though a few whimpers still passed with the words. Though even they ceased…she need not be afraid. <br><br>After a little longer the girl once more looked up and those precious words escaped her lips offering Beth yet more freedom.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>02-01-2010, 19:56:06</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He continued to hold her as she calmed, then eased off a bit, and stroked her hair as he spoke to her.<br><br>"See?&nbsp; Much better now.&nbsp; We let a lot of little demons out of the bag yesterday, didn't we..."&nbsp; He paused a few moments, and poked his head up to check the time.&nbsp; It was about 3:30 in the morning.&nbsp; There was still plenty of time for rest, and he didn't want Beth tired going back to school, so he was tempted to just hold her until she slept again... but he wanted to know if she actually remembered anything, or if the dreams were constructs only.<br><br>"Do you want to talk about it?&nbsp; Or would you rather we just went back to sleep?"&nbsp; His voice was calm, whispered in the darkness.&nbsp; He rubbed her arm with his other hand, making a point to brush over the restraints at her wrists, bringing them to her attention.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>03-01-2010, 12:08:29</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth was relaxing again becoming calmer she could focus now on her breathing and on Doctor Coles voice, the girl repeated the manta a few more times and then let it become quieter until it was little more a rhythmic breath. There was a little tension in her shoulders and neck but even that was slipping away.<br><br>“I am really…sorry master…” It seemed so strange that she had enjoyed what he had done to yet what it had unleashed was frightening. Surely it would get easier. She trusted the man completely. The restraints were so comforting, and a sigh passed from her lips as the man continued to draw her attention to them.<br><br>“It’s a …it gets very blurry but…but I remember not being able to breath. Being held down and not being able to get air…” There was a little more tension again but repeating Doctor Cole’s words eased her. "Perhaps if I could...sleep.."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>03-01-2010, 15:09:53</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He smiled softly, kissed the back of her neck.<br><br>"It's OK... you'll probably remember things in little bits.&nbsp; I think..." he paused, "I think some of what you remember will be scary.&nbsp; But when you do, just remember that it's in the past now."&nbsp; He gave her shoulders another rub, grinned, then added playfully "And don't apologize for not being able to remember something, or for things you can't control - save the apologies for when you actually do something that needs apologizing for."<br><br>He moved closer in to her, adjusted the pillows some, his arms wrapped around her.&nbsp; "Close your eyes then, and get some more rest.&nbsp; I'll be here with you."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>03-01-2010, 16:13:42</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth tried to smile; it seemed Doctor Cole was like a chameleon, he could change his colours to her mood and her sensation, to her emotions, and that the girl appreciated. She had not felt like this for so long, for such a time, security was a part of it but there was more than that. Yes certainly a lot more.<br><br>She moved into the mans body, his skin against her own did not bring repulsion or fear, no, it was entirely the opposite. Beth had to admit she relished it. The girl said little more and then slowly drifted back to sleep. There were indeed a few more slight episodes but nothing that woke her. And Beth slept through until morning.<br><br>There was a little shock when Beth woke though as she struggled to remember where she was. However this time she did not fight against the restraints. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>04-01-2010, 14:35:34</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He'd decided to let her sleep as much as possible, and was careful not to wake her as slipped out of bed, and got himself ready for the school day.&nbsp; He'd already dressed when he heard her stirring.&nbsp; Walking to the bed, he knelt, and gave her a soft kiss.<br><br>"Good morning Beth.&nbsp; I hope you slept a little bit better during the second half of the night."<br><br>He stroked her forehead, then took a key from his pocket, and unlocked her restraints.&nbsp; "I want you to make this bed up neatly, then go to your room.&nbsp; I've put your school clothes on the bed for you.&nbsp; When you're dressed and ready, come downstairs and we'll have some breakfast then get going.&nbsp; If you need to talk about anything, we can do that while we eat, OK?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>04-01-2010, 15:09:59</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				“Yes thank you master...” Beth stretched a little as the restraints were unlocked, though extremely thin, one could see she was or should be well proportioned and in time that would happen. Some of the places from where the peircings had been were still a little raw and sore though they were healing well. <br><br>She tried to return the kiss as well as she was able, and then flushed a little as the man left the room.<br><br>Beth sat on the edge of the bed for a short time as she still felt a little light headed and had to collect her emotions and be rid of the cloudy sensation in her head. It was only a short time before she made sure the bed was made very neatly. Her Grandmother had taught her as a young child just how to make a bed just so, but was like a lifetime ago.<br><br>The girl then went to clean herself and get dressed, putting on the clothes that had been chosen for her, it was then that Beth quietly came downstairs and knelt just inside the kitchen door. She was silent and her head was bowed. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>04-01-2010, 21:46:51</strong>
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				He put her breakfast down on the table, and directed her to what had now become her usual setting.&nbsp; Along side, he put the cup with her measured dose of medicine.&nbsp; As she moved, he quickly examined her outfit, and nodded approvingly.&nbsp; She would still fit in with the goth crowd, though not without drawing their eye just a bit, as her new clothes were significantly more polished than what she was wearing.&nbsp; The collar blended in nicely and he got a quick shiver of excitement seeing her like that.<br><br>"You look very nice Beth.&nbsp; It's been an eventful weekend, and I'm personally very pleased with you so far.&nbsp; Are you feeling ready for school?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>05-01-2010, 08:32:40</strong>
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				Beth felt a little odd in her new clothes but Doctor Cole had made a good choice and as she had said to him that what she wore was not important he could really have bought her anything. Still at least she would still fit in, well as much as she did anyway.&nbsp; Beth not one of the most of social students, of course the reasons were obvious now.<br><br>The girl ate some of breakfast and took her medicine. She ate a little more than the day before and drank a little less water.<br><br>“Thank you master.” She briefly looked up and flushed slightly at the compliment it was not something she had been used to. It had certainly been an eventful weekend but somehow she did feel better in so many ways.<br><br>“I am not sure if I am ready, but I think I will likely be alright when I get there.” Beth offered a smile she was feeling a little nervous though.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>05-01-2010, 16:42:55</strong>
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				"You'll do fine Beth."&nbsp; He told her.&nbsp; "If things become difficult, just remember that, as my slave - your duty is to please me.&nbsp; The administrators at school know that I'm your guardian, so they'll hold ME responsible for your behavior too.&nbsp; What I want from you at school, is that you show respect to all the teachers and administrators, stay out of trouble, and do well in your studies.&nbsp; I don't think those three things will be that difficult for you - you've already shown me that you know how to behave respectfully."<br><br>He reached out, and put his hand over hers.&nbsp; "Remember - if anything is a problem, or if something goes wrong, you tell me about it immediately.&nbsp; If that means you're late getting somewhere, I'll write you a pass.&nbsp; If students ask you why you're coming to school or leaving with me, you simply tell them that I'm your "ride" - they don't need to know anything more."<br><br>He stood then, clearing the dishes, and started putting them into the dishwasher.&nbsp; "Go get your things - it's time to leave."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>05-01-2010, 18:19:06</strong>
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				Beth nodded, she was no fool and understood the rules also it was unlikely she was going to create trouble at school she never really did, except when she questioned a theory in literature, or history. However after being asked the girl would likely be a little les aggressive in her points.<br><br>It did not take her long to collect her things for school, including the books she was reading for extra credit. Likely she would spend her breaks in the library, though this was not a bad thing. Books offered another sort of comfort. <br><br>Beth returned to the kitchen and knelt with her head bowed and her various books piled next to her. She was obviously ready to head off to school again. She tried to remain calm.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>05-01-2010, 18:29:49</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He was mostly quiet as they drove in, giving her time to collect her thoughts.&nbsp; His wandered too as they drove.&nbsp; It hadn't taken&nbsp; more than a weekend for everything to change radically.&nbsp; He'd expected things to be completely different.&nbsp; He'd learned things about Beth that he hadn't dreamed were the case.&nbsp; And the situation had changed from one of "teaching the girl a lesson", to one of helping her overcome incredible hardship.&nbsp; The thought that he'd actually fall for her in the process too, had not crossed his mind.<br><br>Sure, he had expected to get quite a bit of excitement from "teaching her a lesson", if he hadn't, then what would be the point?&nbsp; But now... she was providing that excitement in a completely different way.&nbsp; Her willing submission to him and her kneeling naked at his feet and accepting him as her Master was an aphrodisiac of galactic proportions - and seeing her bound or restrained, even more so.<br><br>He'd been playing bondage games for most of his sexual life, but it had always been a game.&nbsp; This was no game... he'd entered into a lifestyle arrangement with a girl who needed guidance - and the nature of her past meant that his kind of guidance was exactly what she needed.&nbsp; It put a level of responsibility on him that he'd not expected.&nbsp; But it would be worth it... that he knew.<br><br>As he parked the car, he looked at his girl... his slave... his.&nbsp; He gave her a reassuring smile.&nbsp; "Ready?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>05-01-2010, 19:52:13</strong>
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				Beth too had been lost in thought on the journey to the school; she had been trying to understand every thing that had happened, trying to understand why she knelt so easily and even more so what her feelings were towards Doctor Cole, they were nothing like she had felt before.<br><br>The slight girl, who seemed to look a little more so in her new clothes picked up her books paused for a moment. She licked her lips…it was odd not to have her metal armor. Beth almost wanted to try to kiss her master but did not . Instead she bowed her head and climbed out of the car thanking him for the lift.<br><br>She waited for Doctor Cole and walked behind him into the school. Her body language changed though a little, Beth was ready for anyone that thought they could give her shit…<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>06-01-2010, 05:05:15</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He noticed right away the change in her demeanor.&nbsp; That was a good sign - she was who she was with him, and who she needed to be here.&nbsp; Beth was going to become a complete person, he was sure of it.&nbsp; <br><br>It was early - a good hour before most students would start to arrive.&nbsp; He unlocked the door to his classroom, and they went inside.&nbsp; As he closed the door behind him, he flicked on the lights and smiled.&nbsp; "You'll stay here with me until everyone starts to arrive, then you can go to your homeroom.&nbsp; After classes, it's back here, as I'm sure you already expected."<br><br>He looked at the time... "If there's anything you want to talk about, now's the time - otherwise, you can use the next hour as you like - read, work, stare out the window, whatever."&nbsp; He sat down at his own desk and started unlocking drawers.&nbsp; It was only a few days ago she had sat in the desk directly in front of him, defiant and angry.&nbsp; But now, she was eager to please him - it was because he treated her like a person... and it was sad, he thought, that he might be the only one in her life doing that...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>06-01-2010, 13:27:16</strong>
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				Beth sat at the same desk she had when all this had started, it was hard for her to imagine that it had been but a few days ago, and the changes she had felt within herself. Also the roller coaters of emotions and sensations that she had experienced seemed to wash over her as the girl sat quietly. Her pale eyes followed her master about the room but she was silent for a little while, Beth chewed on her nails as she sat and thought about the position she was in.<br><br>“Sir.” The girl finally spoke in a polite tone, “I think I would rather leave certain questions to …well until I am home.” It was strange to call the place home but indeed it felt more like one that when she lived with her mother.<br><br>With that Beth took out some of her book and a note pad and started to do some of her extra work and research. The girl kept her eye on the time making sure she would not be late. She expected that today would not be that different at least on the outside to most days. After all in theory the girl was so often overlooked. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>06-01-2010, 15:24:28</strong>
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				"Of course."<br><br>Mike worked, getting things ready for his classes as she prepared for hers.&nbsp; As other students began to wander into the hallways, he moved to open the door.&nbsp; As he did, he stopped, then took on a serious expression.&nbsp; "If you ... remember... anything today, and if it has to do with anyone here... I want you to keep quiet about it, and come tell me right away - even if you have to pull me out of a class.&nbsp; You belong to me now - nobody touches you but me.&nbsp; If anyone does, you're not to submit willingly to them.&nbsp; If you're forced to do something you don't want to do, you're to tell me immediately, and I will deal with it."<br><br>He squeezed her hand then giving her a look of confidence and approval, then opened the door for her.&nbsp; His eyes followed her as she moved down the hallway.<br><br>He didn't expect to have to be concerned about her here, but he couldn't be certain what was still bottled up in her brain - if anyone here was a factor, he was going to have to be very careful about how he dealt with it.&nbsp; He crossed his fingers and hoped he wouldn't have to.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>06-01-2010, 15:41:27</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth had strange and muddled flashes of memory though none of it she could remember with clarity, it was more voices and scents. Though some faces occasionally erupted from those dark locked recesses of her mind, she could never be completely sure.<br><br>Something instinctive told her who to avoid, though again there could have been many reasons for that. The Phys Ed head …Mr Jordan, that was one man that had to be avoided…though that could have been because the cheerleader and the football team put her off. Being honest Beth remembered very little, and being drugged had not helped matters.<br><br>“Thank you Sir…I will …” the girl said politely she took a deep breath and rolled their skinny shoulders in their sockets, her stance changed and so did her eyes. Beth was hard again.<br><br>The girl would not allow anyone near her in that way again unless it was Doctor Cole. Thus she walked off to her first class, as always she was diligent and worked hard. When it came to lunch Beth sat alone and picked at her food as she read started on some of her homework. A few of the other ‘Goths’ passed and they chatted briefly, one sat with her for a while and then Beth excused herself and&nbsp; headed towards the Library to finish her homework. Her friend was not surprised, he knew Beth was not very social.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>06-01-2010, 21:49:27</strong>
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				The day passed as they always did - a flurry of kids, questions, and the occasional shouting match.&nbsp; He was pleased at how well Beth did in HIS class - as far as he could tell, the other students were treating her normally, and there were no offhand comments or such that he heard.&nbsp; He'd asked the other teachers to keep his guardianship of Beth somewhat quiet.&nbsp; There was no reason for other students to know.<br><br>Much of the chitchat revolved around the upcoming memorial service for Louanne - who was going and who wasn't, and who was speaking and who wasn't...&nbsp; The thing was quickly turning into a little popularity contest of its own.<br><br>Just before the first lunch period, he happened to glance out the window, and thought he saw a familiar face pass by and move into the shadows.&nbsp; He went to the window, and poked his head out, but only saw the man from behind.&nbsp; He didn't look like a member of the school's staff, but there was something he recognized... was it his gait?&nbsp; hair?&nbsp; <br><br>At that point, one of his students asked a particularly poignant question (which wasn't often), and he returned to his desk and began to answer - his eyes continuing to glance out the window every few moments.&nbsp; He kept telling himself "get a grip - you're paranoid Mike... you can't live life staring out the window waiting for demons to appear..."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>06-01-2010, 22:15:11</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth carried on with her work. She was able to pick up two more books and a paper from the library, both of which she had ordered for an outside project that she was working on. She read them with a good deal of interest, making notes, up until it was time for her next class.<br><br>The girl was not interested in the matter of Louanne, it had nothing to do with guilt, Beth felt nothing for the girl, and this circus was just another one of those completely pointless rituals. The bitch had died from her own stupidity.<br><br>As it was she carried on her day as she normally would, the only difference was she was looking forward to going home for the first time in as long as she could remember. When the time came Beth made her way to Doctor Cole’s room she was carrying her books and ignoring any comments on her fashion sense or her brain capacity. Ignoring most of it save for the occasional offensive gesture or cutting comment back.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>07-01-2010, 17:29:38</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				When the last bell rang, and Beth arrived back at his classroom, her demeanor and the way she carried herself were gratifying to say the least.&nbsp; It looked to him, that she actually WANTED to be in that room with him, unlike the Friday before.<br><br>As she closed the door behind her, he gestured her towards the same desk she'd occupied before but remained quiet as he finished making a few notes on the paper he was examining at the time.&nbsp; Once he'd finished, he looked up and turned his attention completely to her.<br><br>He smiled then, and spoke with a light, playfullness in his voice.&nbsp; "Well, I didn't get any angry phone calls, or hear about anything nasty going on through the grapevine, so I'll assume your day went well?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>07-01-2010, 22:18:41</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth sat politely and placed her books neatly on the floor. She took a couple of breaths and caught his scent even from this distance through the other scents of the room. The girl felt safe again, she wanted his approval and his touch.<br><br>“Sir, it has been usual, I was called a few names and one of the cheerleaders spat on me and called me some derogatory term. As I said it was normal.” The girl swallowed hard, “I think I upset Ms Highcliffe in English Literature, but then again that’s not odd, she does not share my theories.” She then became a little more flushed, “I am sorry sir I was a little ill after lunch. I will really try not to again.” <br><br>Looking up again briefly Beth took a breath and bit her lip, “Should I finish my homework sir?” Her pale eyes looked towards her master, and she felt another warm sensation of sanctuary, of safety and protection. He saw a soft quiet smile pass her lips and this time it almost reached Beth’s eyes. <br>&nbsp;<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>08-01-2010, 14:14:16</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike nodded to her, "Yes - best you work on that.&nbsp; We'll be here another hour, then home.&nbsp; As for being ill this afternoon, that's really my fault I think - We'll need to make a point of getting your medicine here so that you can take it before lunch.&nbsp; I want you putting on a pound or two each week until you're a healthy weight again.&nbsp; With respect to how you're treated by the others I think you'll find that'll change too, in time, as your confidence improves.&nbsp; You're already carrying yourself differently, whether you notice it or not."<br><br>He picked up a stack of papers, and began the process of grading them.&nbsp; He liked the way she looked at him - there was something genuine there.&nbsp; He knew she felt something for him, and he hoped it wasn't something passing.&nbsp; He cared a great deal for Beth, and he hoped she would as well over time.&nbsp; Right now, she was feeling things she never felt before - once she got used to them and became "whole" again, he hoped she'd still feel the same way about him.<br><br>He graded, she worked, and the time passed quickly.&nbsp; Finishing up, he began to pack things into his briefcase.&nbsp; "Time to go home."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>08-01-2010, 14:38:34</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth continued her work, she worked hard and silently, if he watched Doctor Cole was able to see once more how hard she did work, and how organized she was in her research. Occasionally a frown passed over her features but that was more to do with her disagreement with some theory or other that she had found in the book.<br><br>Every so often she would either look at the clock or look at her master. Always her eyes linger longer on him than the clock. Though they were not eyes filled with fear, no it was something very different.<br><br>Once he spoke though Beth was already packed up to go, after all she had been told it was an hour so that was how long she would work for. Within the books were some other cookery books including many vegetarian and vegan ones. Beth had been reading up on eating, healthy eating after all if she was to cook for Doctor Cole she wanted to do it well. Also vegetarian meals might be easier to digest.<br><br>“I am ready Sir.” Beth stood and struggled a little with her books and then balanced them. She had already finished her ‘normal’ homework,&nbsp; and had been starting on other pieces with which she hoped to get extra credit.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>08-01-2010, 20:28:33</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				The trip home was uneventful.&nbsp; Mike was hopeful that the weekdays would become routine - Beth needed that.&nbsp; He'd learned that her academic potential was significant, both from his own observation, and from speaking with her teachers.&nbsp; As her guardian, he was now entitled to a good bit more information than he'd been able to get by just listening in on the teachers-lounge-grapevine.<br><br>He opened the door, and let her follow him inside.&nbsp; He dropped his briefcase in the study, then went upstairs and unlocked the drawers and closet in Beth's bedroom.<br><br>"Laundry goes in the hallway chute, " he reminded her.&nbsp; "If it doesn't need to be laundered, fold it neatly or hang it in the closet, then change into your house dress.&nbsp; We'll have supper at 6, so you can use the time between now and then as you like - if you want to study some first, you can do that - or leave it all until after supper."<br><br>He turned to leave her in the room, then stopped and added "Oh... we'll do some shopping tomorrow after school, so if you want to make a list you can.&nbsp; I'm sure there's plenty in the fridge for you to cook with tonight, but going forward, I'll let you manage the inventory, OK?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>08-01-2010, 21:05:05</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth had already perused the fridge and the cupboards and planned a meal during the hour whilst she was waiting. It was another simple dish. Something she could set up and get time to organize her books. Also it was healthy and as it was vegetarian was good for the environment. The girl had done her research even for cooking meals.<br><br>It was a simple red lentil and tomato soup with pasta and cheese. Also Beth made a salad and even managed to make a dressing, which she had found online. <br><br>Beth had to put some of her clothes in the chute after being spat on. She also added her underwear in there. Thus when dinner was ready and she was in her housedress the girl found Doctor Cole. The girl knelt there in front of him with her head bowed.<br><br>Again memories flickered and then clawed at her head, she tried to shake them away. Beth would speak to her master later, after she had worked a little more on her papers. Though still cloudy some things were becoming clearer in memory yet these images of the mind left more questions. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>09-01-2010, 22:13:14</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				"Dinner smells very nice, Beth" he told her, reaching down to stroke her hair and cheek before taking hold of her chin and tilting her head upwards to receive his soft kiss.&nbsp; His fingertips ran over her collar again, and he smiled.<br><br>Standing then, he lead her into the kitchen, and sat down while she served.&nbsp; Once seated herself, Mike gave her another cup of medicine.&nbsp; "So tell me, Beth, the first day back after such an eventful weekend must have been a different feeling.&nbsp; Were you able to handle everything all right?"<br><br>He tasted a bit of the soup and smiled, clearly pleased with the result of her effort.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>10-01-2010, 09:33:45</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth as always pushed her food about her plate a little before taking a mouthful, or rather half a mouthful. Of course the girl swallowed it down with a mouthful of water. The girl took her medication without question it was not the same as whatever she had been forced to take before.<br><br>Doctor Cole could see the concentration on the girls face as she ate her food and thought about the events of the day. “In some ways it was different master, the main difference was that I did not feel the need to stay after school, I wanted to come back home.” It was the truth she did indeed class this place as far more of a home that place she had been. “I wasn’t afraid to come here or be with you.” Beth blushed a little when she said it.<br><br>“I think I managed it not too badly, I enjoy my studies and I don’t really mix with many people. I don’t have that many friends.” Her face flushed darker again, “I don’t really fit in too well.” There was another pause, “I was a bit nervous that <em>he</em> would come or that he would send someone. I suppose though that’s me being vain or something, I doubt he is even that bothered really…”<br><br>Beth took another slow mouthful of food; it was easier to digest at least and to swallow than some of the other meals she had cooked. “I did a lot of thinking master, about the weekend and about some of the things I think I remember. The memories are still a fuzzy, its like trying to see it through fog. I think there are some dark places that I don’t want to go to. The weekend was not a dark place though Master…let me think.” Beth took another mouthful of food, “It was like I had a candle or a torch…” She didn’t know if she was being clear but that was how the girl felt.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>11-01-2010, 22:06:29</strong>
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				He smiled, hearing her express that she wanted to come home, and that she used the word "home", and the flush in her complexion indicated that she was still feeling a little uncomfortable expressing what she felt.&nbsp; He listened to every word as they ate.&nbsp; He knew that he didn't need to pressure her to be open with him anymore - that was done and over with.&nbsp; And feeling comfortable enough with so many new feelings - well - that would take time.<br><br>"You'll make friends, I think, " he told her, "in time, and when you're in the right place emotionally."&nbsp; He skipped over her mention of 'him'.&nbsp; Although Mike had taken as much precaution as he could, there was no way to guarantee that the guy wouldn't do something completely insane - and he couldn't have his eyes on Beth 100% of the time.&nbsp; It was something that concerned him a bit, because 'he' had the potential of being dangerous, even outside the frame of his involvement with Beth's mother.&nbsp; Mike made a mental note to place some phone calls during the week, and see if he could find out a bit more.<br><br>"Take things slow, and let memories come when they do.&nbsp; Just remember that they're in the past, and they don't affect the future."&nbsp; To reinforce that, he reached out and let his hand brush her cheek, down to the collar at her neck.&nbsp; "When you put that on," he told her, "you started a new life.&nbsp; The slate was wiped clean.&nbsp; You have a new identity - you are <em>my</em> slave."<br><br>His arm moved down over her shoulder and arm, before he took his hand back, and returned to his meal.<br><br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>12-01-2010, 13:50:42</strong>
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				Beth briefly looked up and smiled as Doctor Cole talked she ate a little more of her food and this time tried not to drink as much water.&nbsp; She could feel some pain but it was lessened for many reasons, the girl was so much less afraid now, in fact after the weekend and its revelations the girl felt much more secure in herself. <br><br>Her head was still awash with many thoughts and she was taking time to make her way through them all very slowly and methodically. At least here Beth was able to do that. <br><br>Her fingers lightly touched Doctor Coles when he reached to her collar. “I like it when you touch me master.” Beth blushed again and then she took another drink of water. “I am pleased …glad…no what’s the word …It is good to be your slave.” Beth took more water and then tried to eat a little more. Her face was still flushed.<br><br>“How was your day master?”<br><br>Something struck her then that stilled a little of her embarrassment, “Master…you said I could ask you if I wanted anything…I used to play music…do you think I might be allowed to start playing the piano …or the viola again? “ Beth bit her lip, <em>he</em> had stopped that he had even used the strings to …”I find it helps with my maths and I am not so strong in that subject.” She was in fact achieving well in her maths lessons though it was not as well as many of her other subjects.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>12-01-2010, 14:16:44</strong>
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				He listened to her stammer out the words, and rewarded her with a smile.<br><br>He put his hand over hers again, addressing her first comment.&nbsp; "It's good you're learning that being touched can be pleasant, and that you're feeling comfortable about the choice you've made.&nbsp; I'm pleased."<br><br>"As for music.&nbsp; I've no objection to that, of course.&nbsp; But we don't have a piano here, and not much room for one - though there is one at school.&nbsp; A Viola would be easier, but they're not cheap of course."&nbsp; He considered for a moment, then, "I'll tell you what, Beth.&nbsp; I'll buy you a viola, but you need to earn it first.&nbsp; I'm going to put a scale down here in the Kitchen and each morning, before breakfast, we'll take your weight.&nbsp; I want to see you put on 15 pounds, and be eating normally.&nbsp; How does that sound?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>12-01-2010, 15:10:01</strong>
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				“Thank you master.” Beth smiled a little I have always loved music, “I will do my best to eat more, I would do that anyway.” Indeed the girl would do as much as she could to please Doctor Cole. She did seem to tense a little though at the mention of the scales, that had been used as an opposite in her past, to make sure that she lost weight. She shuddered just a little and then took a little more food.<br><br>“Might I use the piano at school instead of doing Physical Education?” He saw her face pale again as she took another mouthful of food, even the mention of it brought yet more tension. “Master …I don’t know if I am right, my memory is a little…well you know it’s a little mixed up but I think Mister …Mister Jordan …knew <em>him</em>.<br><br>Her breath quickened a little and the girl took more water, she put down her spoon for a moment but at least she did not gag. “I might be…be wrong …Master…” She hoped she was wrong.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>12-01-2010, 16:45:11</strong>
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				Mike's expression immediately turned to one of concern blended with anger.&nbsp; Casey Jordan was a typical school gym teacher - tough, loud, an narcissistic.&nbsp; He was known for his raunchy comments in the teacher's lounge, but everyone simply chalked that up to overcompensating for what was clearly a lack of self esteem.&nbsp; If he was connected to what had happened to Beth, it was no wonder she'd mentioned a dislike for PE.&nbsp; He'd assumed it was a lack of energy due to her malnutrition, or the general distaste most high-schoolers had of PE in general.&nbsp; <br><br>He reached out, and covered her hand with his.&nbsp; He spoke to her softly, and with a voice of concern.&nbsp; "When you say that Casey 'knew him', do you mean that they were friends, or do you mean that he put his hands on you?"&nbsp; He paused, then, "It's OK, you can tell me.&nbsp; Remember, nothing in your past life has any bearing on your new one."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>12-01-2010, 17:22:06</strong>
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				“You mean Mister Jordan Master?” her hand curled a little and her fingers curled under his had. Her whole body shuddered and Beth swallowed hard keeping the contents of her stomach there. Her breathing became a little faster and her face became paler. <br><br>“They were friends Master….” The girl took a sip of water, “I think he has held me down sometimes…and I …I…” Beth closed her eyes as she remembered him and those hand on her and him filling her mouth… She even remembered when this had started how she had to stay behind after Gym to ‘help’ the man clear up.<br><br>“I had to …” She swallowed hard “Kneel and…and swallow. He wanted to ... take me after he had…and then…” Beth became more flustered and shuddered again. “I might be wrong master….but I don’t think so I know his face…. It’s in the accident book when I hit my head in the shower…I didn’t …I just did not please him.”<br><br>Tears were filling in her eyes. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>12-01-2010, 17:41:29</strong>
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				He felt the shaking in her hand, and he squeezed it reassuringly.<br><br>"It's OK.&nbsp; You know you can tell me anything.&nbsp; And rest assured, you are <em>Mine</em> now," he told her, emphasizing the word 'mine'.&nbsp; "that means, <em>nobody</em> touches you right now, but me.&nbsp; I'll arrange to have you pulled from PE starting tomorrow, and if he even tries to speak to you, you're to tell me immediately."<br><br>He was having a hard time keeping his expression under control.&nbsp; He needed Beth to know he would protect her, and the anger in his eyes was unmistakable.&nbsp; He did his very best to make certain that the way he held her hand didn't translate that anger to her.<br><br>He calmed himself then, and reached over with his other hand to gently brush the tears from her eyes.&nbsp; "Does that have something to do with why it's so hard for you to eat, Beth?&nbsp; Does eating remind you of what they forced you to do?"&nbsp; His tone now, was very gentle, as he tried to reassure her.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>13-01-2010, 09:38:14</strong>
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				Beth flinched a little when she saw the anger that flashed in Doctor Coles eyes, yet the touch of his hand and his tone of voice eased her again. She had not really wanted to cause trouble, but the thought of Mister Jordon had been troubling her. However she knew that her master would not allow that man to hurt her again …or any other.<br><br>When he asked her about her eating, Beth became more than a little uncomfortable; she shifted in her seat and then bit her lip before swallowing hard as she tried to find her voice again.<br><br>“Master, I really …really don’t know…” She paused, “<em>He</em> wanted me thin…at least un…until he had…you know. May…maybe you…you are right though master…” She swallowed hard again, “Like I said it’s….its a little muddled that time. Some…sometimes it feels like it wasn’t me…like I was watching.”<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>13-01-2010, 15:12:45</strong>
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				He nodded, his eyes softened.&nbsp; "I know it's hard for you to talk about.&nbsp; I understand that.&nbsp; Sometimes when a memory is traumatic, we remember it from a third person point of view...&nbsp; like our brain's trying to make it less painful by visualizing the event as happening to someone else."<br><br>He considered his options for a few moments.&nbsp; One thing he didn't want to do, at least this early in the game, was to have a direct confrontation with Casey over the issue.&nbsp; He didn't think that much of him, but never had a particular issue with the man.&nbsp; No... he'd deal with this quietly first, and then keep his eyes and ears open.<br><br>"Ok," he told her, "I don't want you to worry about it.&nbsp; I'll make a call tonight, and tomorrow morning I'll make sure your schedule's adjusted."&nbsp; They finished their supper quietly then... Mike didn't want to press her further while she was eating, but he needed to tackle the issue at some point.<br><br>Standing, he told her "When you've finished with the dishes, go upstairs and get cleaned up - take your shower.&nbsp; After that, make sure your homework's done.&nbsp; Anything else you're working on is OK after that.&nbsp; You can work in your room, or with me in the den."<br><br>He squeezed her shoulder reassuringly once more on his way out of the kitchen...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>14-01-2010, 10:53:55</strong>
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				Beth was quiet for the rest of her meal and she managed to eat most of it though the last few mouthfuls were most difficult. As she remembered what had been in her mouth , and hat she had done. It made her feel so dirty, and it was hard to understand how Doctor Cole might want her. Yet the night before she had felt his erection against her and that had made her feel…made her feel like a person again.<br><br>The girl put away the dishes and made sure everything was as it should be in the kitchen. It was only when it was right did Beth go and clean herself,&nbsp; she took some time making sure that she was clean once more, though sometimes it used to feel that she would never be that way again. Yet Doctor Cole did indeed help with that.<br><br>Beth put on her house dress once she had showered and then she picked up some of her books and went to the Den, she liked to be near her mater even when working, it felt safer that way. She put her books down quietly and then knelt in front of her master with her head bowed. Her hair was still a little wet though was braided. With her head bowed the man could see that some of the scars were healing well, as were the bites and bruises. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>14-01-2010, 16:06:11</strong>
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				Mike smiled.&nbsp; The sight of her kneeling there - still wet hair, and smelling fresh from the shower - it was intoxicating.&nbsp; He had a flash from one of those old 'B' movies with a sultan and a harem... 'Bathe her, then bring her to me...'<br><br>It seemed she never wanted to work upstairs, or be alone.&nbsp; That was interesting, because he'd figured with everything she'd been through, she might want time by herself.&nbsp; But he'd given her the option every time, and every time she chose to be near him.&nbsp; That was good - she was bonding.&nbsp; He ran his palm over her cheek a few times, fighting about a thousand natural urges.&nbsp; An internal 'shake of the head' pulled him out of that mode, and he focused on what was important - routine, patience, caring, honesty and consistency.&nbsp; Those things had been responsible for her progress to this point, and he wasn't going to risk back-stepping just to satisfy his libido.<br><br>He leaned back in his desk chair.&nbsp; "You smell nice," he told her.&nbsp; "It'll be bedtime in a few hours.&nbsp; I have some paperwork to do myself, but you can interrupt me if you need any help with your homework or studies."<br><br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>14-01-2010, 17:21:42</strong>
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				Beth liked the way that Mike touched her and spoke to her, she liked the way he smelt, the like the way he did not break her. As she knelt there the girl wondered what he really thought of her and what he wished, because the girl wanted to please this man. Most of all Beth relished his touch, it brought for so many sensations wherever it was.<br><br>“Thank you master.”&nbsp; Beth paused and took a slow breath her hand very briefly reached up and touched his. The man could hear small sounds of pleasure again her lips were close to his thigh. Something about this mans touch caused a very different sensation than she experienced before.<br><br>The girl enjoyed being close to this man, because there was trust there, she had missed physical and mental contact for so long and that was what Doctor Cole offered her. <br><br>Beth stood then and went over to the desk and sat, she remembered the time and watched it carefully as she worked on her projects. As always they were above and beyond the usual classes she was in. She did not speak only studied until it came time to pack away her books. “I have finished master….” With that said Beth walked over silently and knelt by Doctor Cole’s feet.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>14-01-2010, 23:48:08</strong>
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				He looked down to her again, and gave her now dry hair a gentle stroke.&nbsp; "Well," he said, putting some papers away, "I should be too - what's left here can wait until morning."&nbsp; <br><br>He stood then, and gestured for her to follow him.&nbsp; He went up the stairs to her room, and unlocked the closet door so that she could hang her house dress.&nbsp; He also unlocked one of the smaller drawers, and removed a nylon bag.<br><br>"Get undressed, then have a seat on the edge of the bed.&nbsp; There will be a lesson," he told her, "before you sleep tonight."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>15-01-2010, 08:06:35</strong>
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				Beth followed Doctor Cole as he had asked; she didn’t question or argue for there was no reason too. She carefully hung up the housedress in the wardrobe then shut the door. The girl paused for a moment and then went to sit down on the bed, as she had before. It was becoming easier to be naked in front of the man, it was almost comfortable.<br><br>The girl was quiet, she was still, however Beth was not nervous, though there was some anticipation about what his lesson might be. She trusted him completely. There was no need for her to turn and look what he was doing for she did not fear her master, though she certainly had other feelings for him.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>15-01-2010, 23:31:56</strong>
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				He opened the bag.&nbsp; Inside, were leather cuffs similar to the ones he'd put on her before.&nbsp; These were more simple though - just a leather band with a D-ring on one end, and a few slots for it to pass through on the other.<br><br>"Last night, you slept in restraints, " he told her.&nbsp; "From now on, you will always sleep restrained."<br><br>He stood up then, and walked over to her.&nbsp; He pulled the bedsheets down so they gathered at the foot of her bed.&nbsp; There were chains attached to the corners of the metal bed frame, and they hung down not quite to the floor.&nbsp; The way the frame and springs were built, the chains would remain in the corners, and not slide far in any direction.&nbsp; "I put these here while you were taking a shower this afternoon", he told her.&nbsp; "They'll be here from now on."<br><br>He motioned for her to lie down on her back, and then put the leather cuffs on her.&nbsp; He attached them to the chains using keyed padlocks.&nbsp; There was enough slack such that her body wasn't pulled out tightly, but her wrists and ankles were drawn to the four corners.<br><br>With the palm of his hand, he gently stroked her right thigh.&nbsp; "You are my slave, " he told her, as his hand moved from her thigh, over her knee, and back.&nbsp; "Your body belongs to me."&nbsp; He paused in his speaking, letting his hand move over her right hip.&nbsp; "Tell me how that makes you feel..."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>16-01-2010, 01:38:12</strong>
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				Beth watched the whole process, and then took part in it. The girl felt the leather bands about her thin wrists and small ankles. Her face was a little perplexed perhaps but somehow she was not afraid. Even though he was going to tie her down to the bed, she did not fear Doctor Cole. Thus far there had been no reason to. She did moved a little in the restraints almost testing to see how much&nbsp; 'freedom' there was for her. <br><br>There was something comforting about the bindings just like the collar, it make her feel safe, just like when he told her that she was his slave. Still it felt a little strange, the strangest part of it in her mind was the acceptance of this position.<br><br>As his hands passed over her thigh and to her knee and then back up, she tensed a little and Beth made a slight noise much like she had in the basement. As Doctor Cole touched her hip, once again he was made aware just how thin she was. Like any other time Beth relished the touch of this man, she wanted it. “I…I…” A few more small gasps and other noises passed from the girls lips. “It feels…” Again that confused look passed over her face. “It feels…safe …master...I ...I dont feel afraid." Though she did keep wondering why she felt like this.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>17-01-2010, 13:24:04</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				"No," he told her, "you shouldn't feel afraid.&nbsp; Not of me, anyway."&nbsp; He continued to up her hip, then took a pillow and moved it under her head.&nbsp; He ran fingers through her hair again, and stroked her cheek.&nbsp; "You're feeling your body respond naturally - the way it's supposed to."&nbsp; He paused a moment, moving his caresses to her shoulders and arms.<br><br>"A slave's duty, " he told her then, adopting a caring teachers tone, "is to please her Master.&nbsp; That can come in many forms.&nbsp; Some, you've experienced already, and that's what I want you to think about tonight."<br><br>He moved his fingers to her collar then, adjusting it slightly - not because it wasn't sat right, but more to draw attention to it.<br><br>"Whether you realize it or not, Beth, you were a slave long before you came to me... long before you locked this collar on your own neck.&nbsp; You did things that a slave is supposed to do.&nbsp; You did them because your Master wanted you to do them.&nbsp; But you weren't happy about it, and you didn't enjoy doing those things.&nbsp; The difference was, that you didn't submit yourself to him.&nbsp; You didn't endure what you endured because you wanted to please him - you did it because you were afraid of him.&nbsp; He controlled you with pain, threats, and beatings."<br><br>He continued to stroke her gently as he spoke, moving his palms gently over her belly, hips, thighs.<br><br>"In time, I'll want you to do some of the same things for me, as you did for him.&nbsp; I'll want you to endure painful things.&nbsp; But it won't be the same.&nbsp; I don't want you as the kind of slave he wanted you as.&nbsp; I want you please me because you love me, not because you're afraid of me.&nbsp; Do you understand this difference?&nbsp; Does what I've said make sense to you?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>17-01-2010, 21:44:04</strong>
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				Beth found her breath quickened just a little but not in an way that made her unable to breath, more that she was finding Doctor Cole touching her once more a little intoxicating. The space between her mother and her mother’s partners has used her and the moment she became a Slave of home she had not know anything like this. The girl let out a few more noises again they might be considered as pleasure. <br><br>“I trust you Master…I am your slave.” Beth moved a little in the restraints then stopped again; she closed her eyes then opened them again trying to shut other images from her mind. As Mike touched her collar the girl leaned into him, she even appeared to twist a little into each touch of his hand, rather than against it. “You make it so I understand…or at least understand some of it.”<br><br>She looked deep into her mater’s eyes and saw something different, Beth did not see hate, she did not see disgust she was not entirely sure what she saw.<br><br>Her own feelings and emotions were strange, as Beth struggled with the how she felt…what she felt for Doctor Cole was similar to the way she felt for her father …but more…so much more. Again tonight so many thoughts would flood her mind, yet the restraints would comfort her.<br><br>“Is it …is it …love…I want to please you because…” Beth turned her face away a little embarrassed.&nbsp; She wriggled a little more in her bonds, shy of how exposed she was, knowing her body was not as her master wished. “Anything…it is my duty...” the girl murmured.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>18-01-2010, 16:16:12</strong>
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				Mike frowned... He wasn't certain she was comprehending things, or if she was lost in the sensations resulting from his touching her.&nbsp; The way she was moving about in the restraints was wildly exciting - the way his touch caused her to respond... his control over her body... all of it was making him rock-hard.&nbsp; He stopped his caresses then, and took hold of her chin, turning her head back towards him and looking in to her eyes.<br><br>"Listen to me Beth... concentrate on what I'm saying, and never turn your head away from me when I'm talking to you.&nbsp; If something's wrong, you need to tell me - no hiding anymore..."<br><br>As if to reinforce that, he put his fingertips on her pussy lips, brushing over them firmly, but gently while he held her chin with his other hand.&nbsp; "There's no part of you hidden to me anymore.&nbsp; You belong to me.&nbsp; Your body is mine.&nbsp; You will give me your heart and your mind as well."<br><br>He paused a moment, then took his hand away from her sex.&nbsp; "Have you understood everything I've said to you tonight?"<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>18-01-2010, 16:50:28</strong>
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				It was indeed hard for Beth to know exactly what it was that was making her behave this way, though she almost understood, she did comprehend most of it, though his ands over her body indeed distracted her. Again soft noises passed from her soft lips that no longer looked so dry. As he took her chin the girl no longer flinched and her lovely pale eyes locked into his, that was something she found hard to do but she did not look away.<br><br>There was so much in her large eyes, yet the main part of it was honesty and trust for her master. “I understand master…” there was a gasp as his fingers found her lips, a sound of pleasure softly slipped into the air,&nbsp; “I do understand…everything…everything I am is yours…” Beth sighed; it felt so good to say that to release everything to Doctor Cole. Her hips wriggled a little when he took his hand away. <br><br>The girl continued to look at him, “…I can’t hide…hide anything, I don’t want to hide anything…I have never felt like this about anyone master. Yes I understand.” The last part was said with conviction. For indeed it was becoming clearer. Unlike her former life.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>18-01-2010, 17:25:31</strong>
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				"Good," he told her.&nbsp; "Now, I want you to know, that seeing you in these restraints pleases me.&nbsp; Your naked body pleases me, especially restrained like this or when kneeling at my feet.&nbsp; Even when I leave tonight, and lock the door to your room, I'll know you're restrained, and that also pleases me.&nbsp; I don't expect you to understand why, and you don't need to."<br><br>He moved the intercom and nightstand so that she could just reach it.<br><br>"If something happens tonight, and you need your Master, you can call.&nbsp; It's OK for you to do that.&nbsp; Knowing that you need me is also pleasing."<br><br>Holding her chin still, he brushed his hands over her breasts, letting a fingertip catch, then flick over the top of each nipple as he passed them.&nbsp; He leaned down then, and kissed her lips softly, his tongue brushing between them ever so slightly.<br><br>"Good night, my little slave."&nbsp; He told her then.&nbsp; Standing up, he had to adjust himself a bit before he could walk - it felt as if his erection would tear through the jeans.&nbsp; He left the room then, closed the door and drew the bolts shut.&nbsp; A moment later, he turned off the lights from their switch outside.<br><br>Mike took a deep breath.&nbsp; Each day, another step.&nbsp; Back downstairs, he retrieved a fax from his friend - Beth's 'excuse' from her physical education regiment at the school.&nbsp; He frowned, as it made mention of her underweight condition - but that, he supposed, was for the administration only and since he'd just taken guardianship it wouldn't be unusual if some issues of neglect were being addressed by him.&nbsp; Luckily his doctor friend was willing to take her medical records and his word as enough to do some basic things, like write prescriptions or letters.&nbsp; It would be only a mater of time though, before he'd insist on seeing the girl.&nbsp; Cross that bridge when you come to it, he told himself.<br><br>Before bed, he prepared a small cup of Beth's medicine, sealed it with a plastic lid, and put it by her place at the table.&nbsp; He'd have to make that a habit - since the medicine seemed to be doing a good job at helping her eat more, and keeping her from becoming ill afterwards.&nbsp; He also took the scale from the downstairs bathroom, and moved it to the kitchen.<br><br>Calling it a night then, he yawned, and made his way up to his own bedroom, pausing for a moment to put his hand on the wall by her room.&nbsp; He hadn't pulled the covers up, and he double-checked the thermostat to make sure it wasn't going to get too cool overnight.&nbsp; The last thing he needed was for Beth to develop a cold from sleeping naked and exposed as she was.&nbsp; He pushed it up a couple degrees, then put himself to bed.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>18-01-2010, 17:51:12</strong>
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				A sleepy smile crossed over the girls lips as her master told her how pleased he was with her, she did try to understand but she found so much pleasure in the fact that he was happy with her. She was trying do hard to do as her master wished and doing so made her feel more complete in herself, it was as if he was offering the pieces of the puzzle so that she might remake herself. He was beginning to make the girl feel whole again.<br><br>Again her body reacted to his touch of her small breasts though it was certainly a positive one for even when he offered a kiss Beth indeed open her mouth and allowed his tongue a little entry without panic. Though her breath did quicken a little. She said goodnight to her master, and then closed her eyes before the lights went out.<br><br>Beth lay awake for some time; her mind was a whirl again more with memories for in the dark memories seemed to be more prevalent. Though still they were blurry she did remember water, and vomiting a belly full of that which had been spent in her mouth though again it was not entirely clear. Slowly she drifted into slumber, and during the night the girl occasionally cried out as images of her memories washed over her mind, she even pulled against the restraints and panicked in the darkness. <br><br>Yet it was easier now to calm as she knew that her master was not far from her. It was easier knowing that he cared for her, and that she felt so many positive emotions for him, like the ones she had felt for her birth father and yet more besides that.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>18-01-2010, 20:40:49</strong>
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				Mike got up early - showered &amp; got himself mostly ready before he even went to wake Beth.&nbsp; It had taken him a long time before getting some rest - His mind kept flashing to images of Beth restrained on the bed - the way she moved in them, and the sounds the chains made as the moved against the metal bed frame and the sounds she made as he aroused her body while she was bound.&nbsp; <br><br>He wanted to pull her into another lengthy session, but on a school night, it wouldn't be right for him to do that.&nbsp; He would have to make due with short periods of contact as he did last night.&nbsp; If he did anything more, he was afraid he might cause her undue lack of sleep.&nbsp; As her master, her future success was now his responsibility, not to mention the fact that he was her guardian... No - he wanted the best for Beth - success in her studies, and self confidence.<br><br>Before he took her back to the basement, though, she would need to cross a few more hurdles.&nbsp; He wasn't certain he could contain himself if he had her tied to the St. Andrews or on the table.&nbsp; He'd do that in his bedroom, or hers.&nbsp; And he needed to be sure she understood the conversation they'd had the night before.<br><br>He sighed.... too much to think about this early in the morning.&nbsp; He started up the coffee pot, then went upstairs to wake Beth.&nbsp; Flicking the switch, he let the room flood with light, then he opened the bolts on the door, and stepped in.&nbsp; His eyes took in the body of his slave, still chained to the bed with her arms and legs out to the corners.&nbsp; His cock woke up again - if he didn't get her to the next stages of her development as a slave soon, he was going to end up in the hospital with one of those 4-hour erections the drug companies warned about on TV...<br><br>With a smile, he took in the view, "Good morning..." he said simply as he watched her from the doorway...
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>19-01-2010, 14:25:28</strong>
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				Beth became more than a little tense and pulled on her restraints briefly as there was the noise of the bolts being unlocked, Mike even heard her make a small cry out and briefly saw her struggle. However this went on for just a moment as her mind readjusted and she saw her mater rather than a nightmare. Her eyes softened first then her body lost its tension as she saw him.<br><br>A slight smile even crossed the girl’s lips as a slow breath of relief passed over them. “Good morning master.” She said quietly, she was aware of his erection within his trousers but unlike but a short time before it no longer made her afraid. She lay there as she could do nothing else and watched him, he could see so much in those eyes, yet one of the strongest emotions there was love. Certainly there was no fear.<br><br>Beth moved a little against the chains but it was not through fear, it was just her adjusting her body after sleep. As she stretched her body opened up a little further it seemed. Though she was still very thin, she had added some weight and many of the bruises were barely visible. Of course some of the scars would remain but certainly there was a good deal of improvement in her health both mental and physical.<br><br>“I thought a lot last night about what you said…” Beth closed her eyes slowly and let out another soft sigh.<br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>19-01-2010, 15:14:00</strong>
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				He grinned, "All good things I hope.",&nbsp; then moved towards her, the key to the padlocks that held her wrists and ankles in his hand.&nbsp; He paused though, gazing for a moment longer then added, "If it weren't a school day, I'd keep you like that a little longer - you look beautiful in restraints...&nbsp; He sighed then, and unlocked her - ankles first, then her wrists.&nbsp; As before, he left the chains hanging, and put the cuffs neatly back in their bag.<br><br>He began to unlock her closet and the drawers that contained her school clothes.&nbsp; "I hope you were able to sleep well," he told her.&nbsp; "You have plenty of time this morning, and you're not on a schedule except for when we have to leave.&nbsp; We'll have a cold breakfast today, so that can be ready any time."<br><br>He locked the restraints in their drawer, and put the keys back in his pocket.&nbsp; "Before you dress, I want you down in the kitchen and hop on the scale quickly - I haven't forgotten our little arrangement.&nbsp; You're looking healthier, and I think we both want that to continue, right?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>19-01-2010, 15:38:49</strong>
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				Beth closed her eyes again so she could keep her masters grin, his smile within her brain, she smiled back at him. The girl spoke quietly again, “I would….I would like to stay in them if I could. They helped with the nightmares…it was like you were in the room with me.” A blush passed over her pale cheeks. “Thank you master.” She was being honest as always. He could hear one of her little noises again, even though she tried to stifle it. Beth also wriggled a little and stretched <br><br>Beth remained on the bed, though her legs still parted; she waited for her master to leave the room before she did, after all the girl was aware that she should not walk ahead of him. “I am pleased we have some time master, I like to be with you.” Another blush filled her cheeks. She opened her eyes again and the smile returned. He had called her beautiful and that was so important to her. For so many years she had been called ugly.<br><br>The girl did sit up on the bed, in the place her master always had her sit. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>19-01-2010, 16:57:15</strong>
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				He liked seeing her smile - it was happening more often, and that meant that she was starting to heal.&nbsp; He lead her down the stairs, then took her arm and helped her balance on the scale.&nbsp; He noted the number then selfishly took a moment to run his hand down her back and over her bare behind.&nbsp; <br><br>He'd considered abandoning the house dress in favor of keeping her naked at home all the time, but dismissed that quickly.&nbsp; As nice as it seemed at the beginning, it wouldn't be a good idea in the long run.&nbsp; If she got TOO used to being naked, it wouldn't have the desired effect anymore.&nbsp; Besides, he'd always felt amazed whenever he looked at a Van Gogh, and somehow knew that if he actually owned one, it would eventually loose its luster and seem commonplace.&nbsp; He didn't want to risk that with Beth - so she'd remain covered, and he'd "unwrap her" at the appropriate times.<br><br>"Right then, " he said, "get yourself ready.&nbsp; I'll be in the den finishing up some paperwork.&nbsp; When you're ready for breakfast, come find me there."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>19-01-2010, 17:40:42</strong>
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				Beth stood on the scales, though he was already aware about how underweight she was, Mike could now see it as concrete she was certainly malnourished though was of course putting on weight. As he touched her and ran his hands over her skin Beth let out breaths of pleasure.<br><br>She then came off the scales and went up to get herself ready, her own hand went to her collar and that brought something wonderful in her mind. It made her feel safe. <br><br>Once that was over she went upstairs and cleaned herself and then dressed in her school clothes. Her mind was still ablaze with her thoughts, and images that she had created. For at this moment Beth was&nbsp; separating what had happened in the past to that which was happening now.&nbsp; <br><br>Thus the girl found her master in the den and without a sound knelt in front of him. She was closer than normal. Beth swallowed, her eyes were closed “What do you want master….I…” she didn’t quite finish the sentence. But inside Beth really did have such strong feelings for him.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>19-01-2010, 17:50:07</strong>
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				He'd been working grading a few papers when Beth came in.&nbsp; His eye cocked a moment as he looked down towards her kneeling form.&nbsp; She looked just as delicious in the school clothes and he smiled to himself - he'd have to admit that he'd chosen them both based on his own preferences as well as keeping to her original 'goth' tendencies.<br><br>"What do I want?"&nbsp; He repeated the question as he reached down and began stroking her hair and cheek as he had become used to doing.&nbsp; "I'm guessing you mean, besides a bite of breakfast..."<br><br>He turned his chair to face her and took her head in both his hands, gently turning it upwards to meet her eyes.&nbsp; "Talk to me Beth... what's going on in your head hmmm? "
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>19-01-2010, 18:15:46</strong>
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				The girl kept her head down, her long hair was kept in neat plaits, now even that was looking better ,and the clothes he had bought her fitted her far more than most she used to wear. Beth was still a little uncomfortable about school, yet her master would care for her and would not let anyone touch her.<br><br>She was becoming so aware now just how much her master was affected by her.<br><br>Her lovely eyes met his, “Master, so many things are in my head, so many thoughts.” Beth swallowed hard again. “I have so much hidden in my head, it’s so trapped there.” She tapped the side of her head and then placed a slender pale hand on Doctor Cole’s thigh. "It gets so muddled...but you make it easier."<br><br>“I want to know …I want to make you happy…” She swallowed again “Please tell me master what you would like me to do before breakfast.” Beth struggled a little more then finally she blurted out the words that she had been trying to find.<br><br>"Master...you have my heart..." Beth tensed a little and her face became so red. "Master you have it all."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>19-01-2010, 20:09:00</strong>
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				He smiled brightly again.&nbsp; She was well on her way to becoming a new person, of that he was certain.&nbsp; Tonight, he'd take her another step, but this morning, he needed her to concentrate on school, so he wanted to make sure she felt relaxed.<br><br>He leaned down, her face still in his hands, and kissed her forehead, then her lips - once again letting the tip of his tongue break between them.&nbsp; He held the kiss a little longer this time, than he had before.<br><br>"Of course you want to make me happy, that's what a good slave is meant to do."&nbsp; His fingers touched her collar again.&nbsp; He knew from her responses that this was something she found comforting.&nbsp; "As for your heart, my little one, it is a gift I gladly accept."<br><br>He let go of her face then, but kept a hand on her shoulder.&nbsp; "As for what's trapped in your head... it will surface when it's ready.&nbsp; And I have a feeling that when it does, it won't hurt as much as it did going in hmmm? "<br><br>He playfully tousled her hair then, and said brightly, "Let's go have an early breakfast and get going.&nbsp; I've&nbsp; a few things I need to take care of with the Principal this morning, so an early start won't hurt.&nbsp; I've put everything out already... you can pour a little milk on the the cereal and I'll be there in just a moment."&nbsp; He'd prepared them both a bowl, and there were a few pieces of apple on the table to go along with it.&nbsp; <br><br>As she left to fulfill his request, he couldn't help but feel a step lighter.&nbsp; When he began all this, it was hardly the path he'd expected to take.&nbsp; In fact, his initial motivation had been rather selfish.&nbsp; But the girl had quickly grown on him, and each step they took together seemed to make everything more stable for both of them.&nbsp; They'd always have to be careful of course - it was likely that others would see the situation rather differently.&nbsp; But Beth was smart, and he had no doubt she understood this as well.<br><br>He quickly finished packing his briefcase and made his way to the kitchen where she was waiting for him...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>19-01-2010, 21:07:28</strong>
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				Beth’s hand remained on her masters thigh it felt strong and warm and like everything else about him it brought her more confidence, she loved to be this close to him, she loved that her mater allowed her his comfort.&nbsp; Mike felt her lips part wider and allow her master to enter a little further, she even very tentatively let her own meet his.<br><br>As they parted Beth spoke quietly, “I love you master…” <br><br>It was then the girl went to get her breakfast again red faced. She ate as much as she could and also took her medicine.&nbsp; As she ate the girl spoke a little about her lessons for the day, she asked too about his day.<br><br>She had never imagined that this would be the outcome of that incident, but she was thankful that she had been caught by her new master. The girl was like him aware how careful they had to be…but then this was not a new situation for her, after all who knew about her life before. A life that included terrible abuse, broken bones and worse.<br><br>Beth had a few questions …for when she did started bleeding….but they could wait. The girl cleared up the dishes and made sure everything was tidy before school.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>20-01-2010, 17:50:32</strong>
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				He listened to her as she talked about school.&nbsp; It was good, he thought - this is what the breakfast conversation should be like.&nbsp; It was good also, the way she moved to clear the table - she had taken to her chores well, and had a good memory for what was expected.<br><br>They finished getting ready, and made their way to another school day.&nbsp; Although the ride was largely quiet as always, it was intersperced by a few exchanges of smiles.&nbsp; Mike would occasionally reach out and rub her knee gently.<br><br>Once they'd settled into the morning routine in his class (although today, it was a bit earlier), he told Beth to stay where she was and continue working, while he took care of some business with the Principal.&nbsp; He left his briefcase behind, but did take a few folders.<br><br>There was a bit of conversation between himself an his "boss" - one of them being the fax he'd received, and a discussion on exactly what that meant.&nbsp; In the end, Mike's request won out, and an immediate schedule change was written.&nbsp; That was good - at the moment, he didn't want to deal with Casey's transgressions - that would come later.&nbsp; Right now, he needed to get Beth out of PE, and he'd accomplished that.<br><br>Feeling confident, he made his way back to his classroom.&nbsp; There would be another 40 minutes at least, before students began arriving...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>20-01-2010, 18:09:59</strong>
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				Beth liked the time in the car, the stillness save for the sound of the engine, more than that the occasional touch was yet more important it was more than assurance and confidence. The pleasure of feeling his hands upon her was not something she would ever feel. She even changed the music with an almost impish smile. <br><br>The girl continued to work and read diligently in the classroom, she did not move other than to pick up some other books from the shelves. Beth had no reason not to work, looking up when her returned the girl smiled, but that was it. She was more than aware that this was not something to discuss she wore a different role in school to home. Though that had been going on long before Doctor Cole and at least this time she liked it…more than liked it.<br><br>She smiled when he returned to the classroom and then bowed her head back into her books knowing it would soon be time for her to pack up and start her lessons.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>21-01-2010, 16:32:35</strong>
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				As he came back inside, he handed Beth a piece of paper.&nbsp; "Right, " he told her, "as promised.&nbsp; Then sat back down at his desk, and began organizing himself for the day.<br><br>The paper was a notice of schedule change.&nbsp; He was hoping she'd approve of what he'd done.&nbsp; He'd argued a bit with the principal, that there was no reason for only members of the school's bands to have instrument lessons - the music teacher pulled them all randomly once a week from classes and study halls.&nbsp; Beth had PE scheduled twice a week, so her schedule now arranged a study hall for one of them, and a piano lesson with the music teacher for the other.<br><br>He watched her read, and when it was clear she'd read it, he asked, "does that seem OK to you?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>21-01-2010, 17:01:30</strong>
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				&nbsp;Beth had as always in this room been working quietly, she always appeared to use her spare time carefully. She always worked hard. The girl obviously enjoyed it. However when her master reentered her eyes turned up to his, but only for a moment. She went to his desk politely, and though the temptation was to kneel though the girl wanted to kneel she did not instead she bowed her head and placed her hands in front of her self.<br><br>Once she saw what Doctor Cole offered her, he watched a small tension drop from her beautiful slight shoulders. A smile passed over her lips and though he did not see them tears of relief welled into her eyes and spilled onto her lashes. “Thank you sir…” Beth whispered, “Thank you…now I don’t have to see him.” She was still a little apprehensive but this made things easier.<br><br>Beth had almost packed her things for school before her master had returned to the room. “It…it means so much. That is better than good.” She gave a little nod of her head like a slight boy and then she left for her classes, as some of the other kids were beginning to make their way to classes.<br><br>The girl made her way to her first lesson avoiding as many people as she was able to. She removed the unpleasant messages left on her locker; at least today Beth would not be late because she had to clean of something really wile from their. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>21-01-2010, 21:06:09</strong>
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				For Mike, the day progressed like any other... an assortment of kids &amp; classes blended with the occasional riffraff that needed breaking up, but nothing unusual.&nbsp; At the end of the day, Beth returned to his classroom, and they worked, each on their own responsibilities, for the requisite hour and a half.&nbsp; The ride home too, was quiet as usual.&nbsp; They both seemed to find it a good transition from what their life was like during the day, to what it had become in the evenings.&nbsp; By the time they'd arrived home the general stress of the day was put aside.<br><br>As they came inside, he placed an arm around the shoulder of his slave, and gave her a gentle hug.&nbsp; He dropped his briefcase at the stairway, and walked up to his bedroom to change, stopping at hers along the way to unlock the appropriate drawers and the closet.&nbsp; He was fairly certain that she would not disobey him with respect to what she was permitted to wear and when, and the locks on the drawers were not likely necessary anymore - as were the bolts on the door.&nbsp; But there was more to it than simply a tool to enforce his rules - they were symbolic of his degree of control over her environment and he liked that they were there.<br><br>He told her simply, that he expected supper to be ready at about 7, and she was to wait until after supper for her shower.&nbsp; He made himself comfortable then, and went to the den to finish grading papers.&nbsp; He knew she was now familiar with the patterns of their weekday evenings, and had no reason to expect she'd be up to anything else, however, he kept his eyes and ears open since this was the first time he'd not given her specific instructions.<br><br>As he sat down, he noticed a message on the machine.&nbsp; He pressed the button to play it, not thinking much about it.&nbsp; When the voice came over the speaker, he knew it was a mistake to have broadcast it, but it was too late.&nbsp; The voice was Casey's.&nbsp; The message indicated that he was in disagreement with Beth's change of schedule, and wanted to speak with her doctor to work out a proper PE program that was in keeping with her condition.<br><br>Mike grumbled... if there was any doubt about Casey's motivations, it was gone now.&nbsp; Beth's memories, fuzzy as they were, were most certainly accurate and he was looking for a way to reverse the situation.&nbsp; Though calling Mike about it seemed to indicate that he'd assumed Beth was being silent about everything that had happened to her.&nbsp; He deleted the message, and tried to focus on marking tests - that work still needed to get done, regardless of other issues.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>22-01-2010, 10:41:05</strong>
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				Beth’s day had been as usual as the one before; she bore the occasional remark from the ‘popular’ people. However it did not really upset her, somehow her new position had made her a little more confident in her self, even if it was only slight. She was also more contented in general. Of course she still avoided most people, just because the girl did not really like or trust too many as yet. Perhaps this would come in time.<br><br>Picking at her dinner Beth chatted briefly to a couple of her ‘acquaintances’; if they knew about her staying with Doctor Cole then they said nothing about it. That suited her just fine. Though it was bound to come out soon, yet she would manage it when it happened. The one good thing was that she had been able to keep most of her lunch down even if she had not eaten too much. However the food was less than appetising. <br><br>Once she was home again Beth put her books in the den and then went to her room to change. She followed the usual routine. Already Beth had worked out the meal for the night. Again it was vegetarian a risotto, she even made an attempt at a desert, using berries and crème fresh. Hopefully this would be easy to keep down.<br><br>From the kitchen Beth heard the muffled voice that was not Doctor Coles, though she could not place it due to the distance, it mad the girl shudder and grow tense it even made her feel a little ill. The tension made her drop one of the glasses that she was setting on the table. It was quickly cleaned up though she would tell her master…<br><br>When everything was ready Beth checked that the room looked neat, she also checked the time, waited for just a minute or two and then went into the den, the girl knelt in front of Doctor as she always did, only after he spoke would she tell him about the glass. However a little feat made her not want to ask about the voice…still her trust in the Doctor remained. He had never lied to her.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>22-01-2010, 16:30:45</strong>
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				Mike smiled and looked down at his girl.&nbsp; He reached out and stroked her hair and cheek.&nbsp; He could feel something not quite right - maybe it was how she felt, he wasn't sure.&nbsp; He moved his hand to her shoulder, and felt some tension there - nothing terrible, but something was there.<br><br>"Dinner smells very nice," he told her.&nbsp; "You're becoming quite a good cook."<br><br>He stood then, and lead the way into the kitchen where he sat.&nbsp; As she began serving, he watched and then asked, "Before we start, was there anything you wanted to talk about?&nbsp; You seem just a little ... off.&nbsp; It's probably better for your stomach if we talk about whatever's bothering you before you eat."<br><br>He looked at her, waiting to hear if she'd share on her own, or if he'd have to coax it out of her...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>22-01-2010, 16:51:59</strong>
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				“Master…” there was a pause, Beth did trust her master but she was worried about not only the voice but also the glass. Surely he would not be angry with her it was an accident. Yet accidents had in the past left her with scars.<br><br>“Master….I am sorry, I broke a glass. I cleared it up…it was an accident.” It took her some time, she swallowed a little and looked at the time, there was still time before supper to try to explain. “There is more …” The girl took a few more breaths, his touch making her feel a little more relaxed that and his compliment about her cooking.<br><br>“I though I heard you talking to someone.” Beth swallowed hard “I wasn’t listening, not really…but the voice made …made me feel sick…it gave me a shock.” <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>22-01-2010, 17:16:01</strong>
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				He nodded to her.<br><br>"Good... I'm proud of you for telling me.&nbsp; I had a feeling you'd heard the answering machine, and I know why you don't feel all that good about it.&nbsp; It was Casey Jordan...&nbsp; Apparently he's displeased with the little schedule change.&nbsp; I don't want you to worry about it.&nbsp; When I took care of it this morning, I didn't discuss the issue beyond one of health.&nbsp; He probably thinks I don't know anything about what he was up to, and I suppose I was just avoiding having to make an issue of it.&nbsp; I'll have to have a personal chit-chat with him tomorrow."<br><br>He put his hand out then, and gave hers a squeeze.&nbsp; "Don't let it worry you.&nbsp; I'll pack us up and move to another school district before I let him have any more opportunity to put his grubby little mitts on MY property..."&nbsp; he took his hand from hers then, and moved it up to brush his fingertip over the top of her collar and smiled.<br><br>"As for the broken glass... you can consider this one a freebie."<br><br>He poured her medicine, and put it near her place at the table.&nbsp; "All OK now?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>22-01-2010, 17:36:09</strong>
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				His words washed over her like a warm blanket. Doctor Cole saw her body relax, the glass was the least of her worries, she would have taken the punishment and more for that. If it came from her master, what had brought the fear was Mister Jordan and the fuzzy memories of him. There was a momentary flinch as the man absently mentioned those grubby mitts…as she remembered those hands upon her. However Beth relaxed a little again as her collar was stroked and she was reminded who she belonged to.<br><br><br>“I am yes thank you master…I think so…” She waited for a short time resting her head so close to him, her hair was still in braids and was soft. Slowly she stood and then started to dish up dinner. It indeed smelt good, the Beth had researched this as much as she did anything else.<br><br>She filled up the water and placed it on the table. Once they were both sitting Beth spoke again, “Just so you know, I have another bruiseor two, Brad punched me in the ribs because I told his girlfriend to …well you know. I said I would not do her homework.”&nbsp; The girl took another breath.&nbsp; “I wont do anything for anyone but you master.”<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>22-01-2010, 19:35:03</strong>
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				Mike narrowed his eyes.&nbsp; "He <em>punched</em> you?&nbsp; That's completely unacceptable.&nbsp; I can understand the typical crap that teenagers do to each other - but there are some lines you just don't cross."<br><br>He took a bite of of his supper, nodding to it approvingly.&nbsp; "I'm going through a lot of effort to get you healthy, in more ways than one, and I will NOT have some kid with a superiority complex affecting that work."<br><br>He'd have to be careful though.&nbsp; If he came down on this "Brad" too hard, it was more than likely that it would be taken out on Beth.&nbsp; He'd tread lightly - at least at first.&nbsp; "You were right to refuse.&nbsp; You know better than anyone that you have to do your own work to be successful."<br><br>Mike shook his head a few times.&nbsp; He shouldn't have been surprised that this kind of stuff was going on, but it never ceased to amaze him at how stupid the average high-schooler was.&nbsp; "Give it time Beth, in time they'll stop.&nbsp; Right now they prey on you because they can sense you're still a little weak.&nbsp; That will change."<br><br>He rubbed her arm then, and smiled.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>22-01-2010, 20:59:56</strong>
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				“It is alright …really Master. Though might you look at the bruises later, one still hurts a bit.” Beth blushed “It’s not a big deal,” there were worse things he could do, though he had caught her in a weaker one.&nbsp; “I mean he is just not very bright I suppose, and neither his is girlfriend. They both want a good scholarship?” The girl shrugged, “She can barely write her own name…unless it id to sign her daddy’s credit card.” Beth knew that she didn’t need to ask Doctor Cole to look at where she had been punched, if he thought it was necessary he would. <br><br>The girl relaxed a little, “I made desert too…”Once you have finished and I have cleaned up I’ll shower. I have finished my homework and some extra. Is there anything else you want me to do?”<br><br>Beth flushed again as she picked at her meal and swallowed it down along with her water and medicine. She did eat as much as she could and then waited to clear up. “I ordered a couple more books to be delivered to the library.” Beth said calmly, “The Librarian knew I was now …well that you were my guardian and so I could borrow more …”<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>22-01-2010, 22:09:17</strong>
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				He frowned.&nbsp; "It is a big deal, Beth.&nbsp; Let's set aside, for a moment, that he caused physical damage to you, and that you belong to me.&nbsp; If he's punching you because you're not doing what he wants you to do, think what he might do as he gets older and has a wife.&nbsp; Will he punch her every time she doesn't do what he says?&nbsp; If you disobey me, you'll be punished - but I will NOT punch you.&nbsp; A punch is an act of violence, and no matter how much a punishment might hurt, it's never violence."<br><br>He smiled as she brought the berries to the table, his approval again, more than evident.<br><br>"I'll speak with him - that's all.&nbsp; I won't send him to detention, or threaten him, or anything else.&nbsp; Just a talk.&nbsp; If he hurts you again, you're to tell me - just as you did today."<br><br>He noticed that she was eating better, and suspected her choices of foods were helpful.&nbsp; He made a note to remember that, should he need to prepare supper himself at some point.<br><br>"It's nice that the librarian is doing that for you, but I want you to avoid taking advantage.&nbsp; If you use this situation to obtain additional privileges, and the other kids find out, it could cause problems for you.&nbsp; Just a cautionary note.&nbsp; As for tonight... " he thought a moment, then reached into his pocket, and handed her one of his keys.&nbsp; "I have a few last papers to grade, which I'll do now.&nbsp; I want you to clean up in here, then go up into my bedroom.&nbsp; Draw a very warm bath into the roman tub - it should be hot enough to steam and feel a bit uncomfortable when you first put your hand in.&nbsp; Once it's ready, come downstairs and find me."&nbsp; <br><br>He reached over, and gave her hand a squeeze as he stood up and went to finish his grading for the night.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>23-01-2010, 00:26:15</strong>
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				“I understand master,” she said about both matters, “I just didn’t like to cause too much trouble, you know with Brad, but you are right, he should not punch. I expect I just got used to violence. Until I met you… I wont let it happen again I promise …and I will tell you.”<br><br>Again Beth was open and honest, she did not wish to do anything to upset her master, but also what he said made complete sense “As for the books” A smile crossed her face it was almost playful and was the first real one that had passed her lips&nbsp; since hearing Jordon’s voice on the phone. “Do you really think that most of the kids will see me getting books on Heresy and the Medieval Mystery plays a privilege? I suppose half of them might think it was a punishment or something.”<br><br>Again though the girl understood what the man was saying. <br><br>Beth cleared up all the dishes as had been asked as well as making the kitchen tidy and clean. After that the girl went and followed her masters instructions having her shower first of course. She did everything as well as she could. It was not a difficult task but Beth wanted to do it perfectly. Once she was content with it. Beth returned downstairs to Doctor Cole and she returned his key as she knelt in front of him with her head bowed.<br><br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>24-01-2010, 10:14:02</strong>
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				As he worked, he peeked at the time every so often.&nbsp; She was taking longer than he'd expected.&nbsp; He could hear the water running for a long time, and though it took a while for the large roman tub to fill it seemed a bit long to him.&nbsp; He thought perhaps, she didn't have the water open all the way or she was running hot first, then cold.&nbsp; Either way, he didn't give it too much thought - but when Beth returned with her hair wet, it was clear to him where the time had gone.&nbsp; <br><br>Mike took the key from her, then frowned.&nbsp; He put the key back in his pocket, then continued with the paper he was working on.&nbsp; He finished grading it, then took a long deep breath and stood.&nbsp; He moved from his desk to the armchair and gestured Beth to move to the carpet in front of him - still, he did not speak.<br><br>After another minute, he shook his head and said, "I thought I was very clear with my instructions with respect to your activities after supper.&nbsp; I told you to clean up in the kitchen, go upstairs to my room and draw a hot bath, and then return down here.&nbsp; None of those activities should have resulted in your getting wet besides perhaps, one hand up to your elbow..."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>24-01-2010, 10:33:09</strong>
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				Beth bowed her head and blushed “I am sorry master; I thought I was supposed to have a shower too. I am very sorry I got it wrong.” She tensed viably and her face that had been red, blanched to a rather less healthy pallor. “You were very clear, and I should have listened and understood better.<br><br>Her hands by the side of her were balled into little fists that were so tight her knuckles became white, she was digging her none existent nails into her palms. Beth bit her lip hard and closed her eyes.&nbsp; All sorts of thoughts spiraled in her head as her breath quickened.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>24-01-2010, 10:53:08</strong>
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				He watched her tense, realizing the mistake.<br><br>"I had some plans for this evening, which you've caused to be altered both by virtue of what you've done, and - he glanced up for a moment to the clock at the mantelpiece - by virtue of time.&nbsp; I'm quite disappointed, since the evening was supposed to be quite pleasant.&nbsp; Now instead, I find myself needing to determine an appropriate punishment."<br><br>He sighed and adjusted his position on the chair.&nbsp; "It's really a shame, Beth... I think you would have enjoyed tonight."<br><br>He frowned and thought - this was going to be a little difficult.&nbsp; He needed to enforce discipline, but in so doing, he ran the risk of waking up demons, which he was reticent to do, especially on a school night.&nbsp; But Beth was, if anything, strong where she needed to be, so he considered carefully.<br><br>He looked down at her then, and asked "What do you believe would be an appropriate punishment, Beth, for not following my instructions and turning my evening from pleasant to unpleasant?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>24-01-2010, 11:05:16</strong>
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				Beth remained silent for a short time swallowing hard, she did not cry though it was difficult not to, she knew she had to be strong, the girl had come this far and then through her own stupidity she had made a horrible mistake. She had spoiled everything. The girl started to grind her teeth.<br><br>“Master I did not wish to spoil your evening and make it unpleasant…” her voice faltered a little, “Per..Perhaps there might be something I could do that you would find pleasant and that …that I would …not…”<br><br>“It…it would be a punishment to take my…my books…away.” She was terrified now that she would be locked in the dark or beaten, The girl tried to stop herself from shaking. She didn’t even pull her housedress back up onto her shoulder. Punishments swirled in her mind, “You…you could hold my head under the water.” Her lip quivered a little and her eyes were closed more tightly.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>24-01-2010, 11:17:51</strong>
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				He nodded to her, then reached out and stroked her hair and cheek.&nbsp; "I know it wasn't your intention to spoil the evening.&nbsp; Still, you disobeyed, and that requires a response.&nbsp; What kind of Master would I be, if I didn't enforce discipline in this house?"<br><br>He considered what she'd said, and decided to make an object lesson of this as well.&nbsp; He sat back in his chair and adopted an instructive tone, "To gain pleasure from your discomfort would make me a sadist, which I'm not.&nbsp; Taking your books away would be counterproductive to your learning, and that would go against my duty to ensure your education is the best it can possibly be.&nbsp; Holding your head under water... not something I've considered, but it seems a bit violent to me - and I'm not the violent type."<br><br>After a pause, he continued, "Punishment is never pleasurable Beth.&nbsp; I don't like the idea of causing you discomfort or pain, but that's what punishment is.&nbsp; A lesson must be given, and then enforced.&nbsp; A slave accepts her punishment and learns from it.&nbsp; She does so with dignity and strength of purpose."<br><br>He looked down to her then, his face not showing anger, but care.&nbsp; "Are you truly My slave, Beth?&nbsp; Will you accept your punishment with dignity and strength of purpose?&nbsp; Will you emerge from it having learned from your mistake and then move forward into tomorrow knowing that it was done in your best interest?"<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>24-01-2010, 11:31:40</strong>
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				<br>Beth did not look up though she appeared to relax just slightly at least she had stopped shaking her hands were still balled up. Still at least she had not been ill, and this had also brought a few more memories to the surface, which was perhaps not necessarily a bad thing thought the timing could have been better. The girl did force herself not to flinch when he touched her.<br><br>“I will do as you ask master I will take…take my punishment, I would like to be a good slave. I promise…to try harder. I will learn from it.” Beth swallowed hard again. She would do her best at least, already she had learned from the experience. The girl did not look up of course she was afraid but she had to remember she trusted and loved her master and that this was for her own benefit. “Thank you Master.”<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>24-01-2010, 11:43:15</strong>
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				He nodded then.&nbsp; "Very well.&nbsp; Since this will be your first punishment, I will be lenient with you.&nbsp; You'll receive five strokes with the crop, and spend the night in the cage instead of your nice, comfortable bed."&nbsp; He stood then, and walked towards the basement door.<br><br>"Come", he told her simply, as he unlocked it, and turned on the lights.<br><br>As he waked down the steps, he could hear her behind him.&nbsp; He gathered some items, then returned to the center of the room.<br><br>"Take off your dress."&nbsp; He told her.&nbsp; There were cuffs in his hands, already connected with a length of chain about a foot long.&nbsp; In his other hand, a metal bar about 3 feet long, with cuffs attached to both ends.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>24-01-2010, 11:54:11</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth tried hard not to shudder or show too much fear; she had to have dignity and to accept her punishment. Even though the thought of having to sleep in a cage did indeed frighten her, yet the girl knew she had disobeyed her master. The crop was not as frightening to her; pain was not something that Beth was unused to.<br><br>“Thank you master.” She said quietly as her dress was removed. Her voice was not faltering now, it was the fear of the unknown that was more terrifying for Beth. She approached then naked and kneeled before him, already the girl was preparing herself for the cage. She was working out how many hours it would be and how many of the medieval Murmurs and mystery plays she could recite in her head to stop the fear.<br><br>It was then Beth waited for her instructions.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>24-01-2010, 12:04:15</strong>
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				He put the cuffs on her wrists, then guided her up onto her feet.&nbsp; The center of the chain he attached to one of the hooks on an overhead beam.&nbsp; The length was about right, as it didn't afford very much slack.&nbsp; Kneeling, he placed the bar on the ground, and put the cuffs on her ankles.&nbsp; The bar held them apart and took up the last of the slack in the chain at her wrists.&nbsp; It forced her to stand on her toes.<br><br>Mike went back to where the whips hung on the wall, and took down a riding crop.&nbsp; Returning to her, he rubbed his hand over her behind and back.&nbsp; He knew she'd often been punched, and beaten.&nbsp; He wasn't sure if she'd ever been whipped, caned, or such.&nbsp; Certainly, the bruises she had when she arrived were not from those kinds of instruments.&nbsp; If he were right, the sting of the crop would likely be new to her.&nbsp; The degree to which it would actually hurt he wasn't sure - but they were about to find out.<br><br>He gave her no real warning and brought the crop down over her left cheek.&nbsp; With most of his "playmates", he started with gentle swats.&nbsp; But Beth was not a playmate, she was his slave - and this was a real punishment, not one made up in a "you've been bad" game.&nbsp; The strike was quite hard, and he could see the red welt begin to form almost immediately...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>24-01-2010, 12:19:36</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth indeed had not been punished like this before, but on the other hand she had learned to endure pain, horrible pain. She had suffered at the hands of various people that had ‘punished her’. However the girl was aware that this was a very different reprimand. This was necessary. She did not fight or struggle when she was tied and bound even though being on her tip toes was painful.<br><br>The touch of Doctor Coles had given her just enough time to prepare her mind. The first strike was indeed a shock though and painful, she could not recall if she had felt it before. A gasp fell from her lips but she did not cry out though her body reacted to the crop. She set her teeth trying to remember what she was learning from this and that she had to accept it.<br><br>Beth it appeared could endure pain, her mind had to learn in her past to allow her to survive.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>25-01-2010, 02:24:33</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike watched her reaction carefully.&nbsp; He had to be careful exactly how he administered her first punishment.&nbsp; No doubt, she'd been "punished" many times in the past, but he had to make this one different.&nbsp; He had to make sure she knew that he was with her as her Master, not as as an abuser.&nbsp; There would, doubtless, be parallels between what she'd experience tonight, and what had happened to her in the past.&nbsp; He needed to ensure the differences were always kept clear.<br><br>The second and third strokes came in succession, one on her left cheek and another on the back of her right thigh.&nbsp; Both were harder than the first.&nbsp; He was careful though, to make sure the marks he made were not ones that would remain for too long - that was why he had chosen the crop.&nbsp; Paddles tended to bruise more and whips had the tendency to break the skin - both were things he chose tonight, to avoid...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>25-01-2010, 05:48:17</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth felt the sharp sting of the crop upon her skin and indeed it did hurt, she tensed with each strike though no noise save a gasp passed her lips. The girl shut her eyes tight and with her jaw set she was able to deal with the pain without crying out. She counted each strike off wondering if there would be anymore to come after. She trusted her master it was true, but even through all that the memories of her old life remained and more had been brought closer to the surface tonight.<br><br>It was the thought of sleeping in the cage which scared Beth yet further than the pain of the crop. It made her fearful though she knew it had to be done; she had to take her punishment. The girl knew she had survived thus far…and she would have to use the same techniques here.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>25-01-2010, 14:45:36</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He walked in front of her then, saw the tightness in her cheekbones.&nbsp; He stroked her hair and cheek.&nbsp; "Only two more.&nbsp; You're doing well."&nbsp; He ran a hand down her side and over her back.&nbsp; "I can see you're trying hard not to make a sound.&nbsp; These last to may hurt more than the others, and you should know it's OK to cry here - you don't have to be silent when something hurts you.&nbsp; If I ever want you silent, you'll be gagged."<br><br>He stroked her cheek again, lovingly, with the back of his hand, then took a step back and drew his arm back.<br><br>The last two strikes were harder yet, and on the inside-front of her thighs between her outstretched legs.&nbsp; They came very close to her pussy, but didn't touch it...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>25-01-2010, 15:03:31</strong>
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				&nbsp; This silence was not for her master it was for her, she did not look at him though when he touched her cheek her large eyes remained closed. There was a slight flinch at his touch but again Beth was able to stop herself. It was hard right at the present to know what she felt. Still she would have some time to think about it tonight. The whole night….that was if her thoughts did not keep swirling in such a chaotic pattern.<br><br>She counted the last too off and indeed they brought a good deal of pain, more so yet Beth still bit down and only the smallest sound escaped as she took a sharp intake of breath. The girl was still tense though as the worst was to come.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>25-01-2010, 15:34:28</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He put the crop back in its place, then returned to her.&nbsp; "I'm proud of you Beth.&nbsp; I know this is hard for you - to distinguish the difference between what's happening here, and what's happened to you in the past.&nbsp; I want you to open your eyes, and look at me."&nbsp; He held her head gently, keeping her eyes in line with his.&nbsp; "Remember, through all of this night, your Master loves you.&nbsp; I want only what's best for you, and I'm sad that I'll not have your company for the rest of the evening as I'd hoped."<br><br>He knelt then, and released her ankles from the bar, then unhooked the chain from the ceiling.&nbsp; He led her to the larger cage in the corner, and opened the door.&nbsp; The floor was made of smooth metal, and the entire affair was welded together.&nbsp; There were metal rings in the corners, clearly meant as "hitching" points.&nbsp; But Mike didn't use any of them.&nbsp; Instead, he used a small padlock to attach the center of the chain at her wrists to the ring in her collar.&nbsp; It kept her wrists to just above her breasts.<br><br>He let her step inside, then closed and locked the door.&nbsp; Above the cage was a small light, and he pulled the small chain that turned it on.&nbsp; The bulb was dim and yellow colored.<br><br>As he turned to leave, he stopped, and looked at her once more.&nbsp; "Try and rest well, Beth - there's school in the morning.&nbsp; Before I go back upstairs, I want you to remember something very important.&nbsp; Whatever happened to you in the past, and however frightened you may be, know this - Your Master loves you.&nbsp; I love you.&nbsp; I know that's something you never heard from those who punished you in the past, and tomorrow will be a new day."<br><br>She could see from his expression, that there was no joy in what he was doing to her.&nbsp; He didn't laugh at her misfortune.&nbsp; There was only the expression of concern he had for his slave.<br><br>"Before I go, is there anything you want to talk about?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>25-01-2010, 16:33:03</strong>
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				Beth’s eyes were a little blank, as if she was in shock; she had pulled herself inward in preparation for the night in here. At least he had been honest about the swipes hopefully he would be honest about it only being one night. It was hard to tell if she was registering anything he was saying to her, little if any emotion passed over her face. The girl knew that she had to sort this out in her mind, to differentiate between the two.<br><br>She said nothing and only followed her instructions, there was an almost imperceptive nod as Doctor Cole spoke to her, whether any of it went in was again hard to tell. Beth spoke then, No master I have nothing to say. Thank you.” Her voice was quiet and strangle distant, as if she were somewhere else. She knelt then and prepared for the night ahead. <br><br>Her head was still awash with strange and muddled images. Her whole body was tense, it was unlikely she would get any sleep this night.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>25-01-2010, 17:09:23</strong>
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				Mike sighed.&nbsp; This was something he really didn't want to have to do, but it was important.&nbsp; As his slave, she needed to know her place.&nbsp; But because she'd been so mistreated in the past, he was worried that she would project those misbehaviors onto him.&nbsp; But it was a risk he had to take.&nbsp; Trust was important, and he'd make for dammed certain that he would never do anything to break her trust in him.&nbsp; <br><br>He reached through the bars, and took her hand, giving it a caring squeeze.&nbsp; He could sense her going into what was almost a trance-like state - possibly a coping mechanism.&nbsp; He decided to add one thought as he left.&nbsp; "Beth, nothing else is going to happen to you while you're down here.&nbsp; There are no bugs, no mice... nobody is going to come down and hurt you overnight.&nbsp; Be strong, but... try to handle this differently than you used to.&nbsp; Don't shut the world out.&nbsp; You're MY slave, and I know you're strong, and have a good heart."<br><br>With that, he left her, and closed the basement door.&nbsp; He turned off the main lights, but didn't leave her in blackness.&nbsp; The light over the cage remained on.&nbsp; Though dim, it was more than bright enough to illuminate the corner she was in and, once her eyes adjusted, the rest of the basement.<br><br>Mike hadn't told her about the monitor he'd put in - it wasn't important for her to know, but as he made his way up the stairs to his bedroom, he turned it on, the let the tub drain.&nbsp; He'd be able to hear if there was a problem.&nbsp; One thing he wasn't going to do, was leave her down there freaking out.&nbsp; If he had to spend the night in the basement himself, he would - but he preferred she succeed on her own.<br><br>It was a narrow line... he hoped to hell he hadn't crossed it.&nbsp; Likely, he wouldn't sleep much himself ...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>25-01-2010, 17:31:29</strong>
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				Beth barely moved through the whole night, neither did she sleep though, or at least her sleep was minimal, for horrors crawled into her head and clawed at her mind taunted her. She had heard Doctor Coles word and she realised there was a light above her, but all this was only passing in her head. The girl was sure that he would not come down as he had promised to her, as he had sworn. Yet her birth father had made promises and he had not kept them.<br><br>She stared mid distance into the darkness waiting…waiting for the horror to begin. Whenever she closed her eyes Beth saw the tub of water then saw another tub and how she had struggled to breathe. It was not something she really remembered until now. She tried to work out whether that was why she disobeyed or because she was just not listening.<br><br>It was hard here alone and in this cage for Beth to differentiate between the two, at least for the time, likely when the ordeal was over things might be different. <br><br>Occasionally Beth gagged though if she did vomit it was swallowed, for most of the time she was still when her mind allowed the girl recited poetry. The girl would not allow herself to be broken any more. Somewhere in her mind there was love and trust for her master but down here at this moment in a cage, far baser emotions were operating for her own survival.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>25-01-2010, 17:49:23</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike tossed and turned for most of the night.&nbsp; He knew that what he was doing was important, and it wasn't just because she'd done something wrong and was now paying the price, but because she needed to know that when HE punished her, it wasn't going to be the same evil thing that had happened in the past.&nbsp; He knew this was terribly hard for her.&nbsp; He knew the first time he'd punish her would be traumatic.&nbsp; What he hadn't realized, is how much it was affecting him.&nbsp; He knew that in the future, it wouldn't - but right now, with her still fighting her demons... he worried about her.<br><br>When the alarm went off at 5am, he quickly put on his bathrobe and went downstairs.&nbsp; On most days, he'd do a few things before waking Beth up, but in this case, the night was over, and he wanted her to have extra time in the morning to recover.<br><br>He opened the door to the basement and turned on half of the lights.&nbsp; He didn't want too much blaring light to hit her right off.&nbsp; He moved immediately to the cage, but kept a slow pace.&nbsp; He unlocked it and reached his hand in, upturned, and looked at his girl with caring eyes.<br><br>"It's morning Beth, " he told her, "Your punishment is over... it's time to come back upstairs."<br><br>Her wrists were still chained attached to the collar, but she'd be able to reach her hand to him if she wanted.&nbsp; He crossed his mental fingers and hoped...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>25-01-2010, 18:22:11</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth had certainly not had a good night, it was extremely difficult to deal with what was going on now and separate it with her past. Perhaps it was a good thing that she had been through this earlier rather than later. Her head remained bowed even when Doctor Cole entered though there was a subtle change in her body. He saw it tense and perhaps she moved a little further into the corner but it was hard to tell in the half light.<br><br>Beth tiled her head a little and briefly looked up at her master; her eyes still looked a little blank, “They drown witches…they say. Especially little witches.” It was hard to tell whether it was something from a poem or something from her past. Her voice appeared to be a little flat.<br><br>Beth reached out and took the mans hand, her own were cold and clammy. She appeared to be trying to breathe slowly though it was difficult. Trust was slowly growing at present yet she was obviously still apprehensive. “Thank you master.” Beth said again, “I wont do it again.”<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>25-01-2010, 18:44:35</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He held her hand for a moment, giving it a gentle, reassuring squeeze.&nbsp; Then he stepped up, and gently lead her to step out of the cage.&nbsp; He took his key, and released the chain from her collar, and then took them from her wrists.<br><br>He spoke to her softly.&nbsp; "We're going upstairs now.&nbsp; There's plenty of time for you to think, and pull yourself together.&nbsp; I'm sure you'll want another shower before school."<br><br>He led her slowly to the stairs, and up.&nbsp; Once out of the basement, he closed the door, and turned to her, caressing her cheek with his other hand.&nbsp; "I know this was hard for you Beth, and I want you to know how proud your Master is of his girl, and how hard it was for me to punish you.&nbsp; If you need to talk, at any time this morning, I want you to come and find me wherever I am.&nbsp; If you need anything right now, you can ask for it."<br><br>Mike watched her carefully, the concern more than evident in his expression.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>25-01-2010, 19:05:25</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth did not seem to be aware of much as she was lead upstairs though the words he spoke seemed to find its way in on some level. The girl was very quiet and thanked Doctor Cole again as she headed towards the shower. Again she muttered quietly that witches were drowned.<br><br>The girl spent a good deal of time in the shower, trying to get rid of her bad behavior, her disobedience from her body. She remembered having to use a wire brush on her skin but that was not here. Beth also washed out her mouth, and cleaned her teeth. <br><br>After perhaps an hour the girl found her master and knelt in front of him, she was still trying to focus on past and present it seemed, as always the girl did not speak until he did. Beth briefly looked up and confusion ran across her brow. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>25-01-2010, 19:55:15</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike looked down at her, concerned.&nbsp; She was still naked, and she seemed somewhat out of things.<br><br>"You don't look well..."<br><br>He thought a moment.&nbsp; This needed a bit more attention than they had time to give this morning, it seemed.&nbsp; He'd been in the kitchen and had just started working on breakfast.&nbsp; Picking up the phone, he dialed the school and left a message that Beth was ill, and that he also, was staying home to take care of her.<br><br>Looking down to her again, he reached out his hand.<br><br>"Come with me..."<br><br>He lead her upstairs then, to his bedroom.&nbsp; He pulled down the covers on the freshly made bed.&nbsp; "Remember what I told you about this room.&nbsp; This room is a good place.&nbsp; You will never be punished in this room.&nbsp; Here, it is always safe.&nbsp; Do you remember?"<br><br>He gently held her shoulder.&nbsp; "Lie down... " he told her, his voice soft.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>26-01-2010, 08:57:56</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth blinked a couple of times, she still appeared a little confused though she at least did not have that very blank glaze over her eyes. Her hair was still damp from the shower and her skin appeared rather red but she had done no damage to herself. “I will be fine soon master…I just…just need to get things straight. In…in my head…” It was true she was still puzzled about how she felt about the events of last night, Beth was also still working out what she had learned from the experience.<br><br>She was glad that she didn’t have to eat anything right then, for the girl feared that she would not be able to keep anything down for the time being. <br><br>As Doctor Cole lead her to his room she spoke again, still her voice was quiet and somewhat subdued though that could also have been because she was very tired too as well as the more obvious reasons. “I remember Master, I remember you said that.” She remembered he also told her loved her.<br><br>The girl did as she was asked and appeared to relax a little more and her breath was a little steadier. “What about school…don’t I have to get ready?” It did feel very safe in this room at least until her eyes caught the bath, there was a slight tension across her shoulders and then it was gone. For Doctor Cole did not lie and thus this was like a kind of sanctuary.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>26-01-2010, 14:35:11</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He watched her relax a bit as she got into the bed.&nbsp; That was good - she was remembering where she was and what her situation was.&nbsp; <br><br>He pulled the soft blankets over her.&nbsp; "Don't worry about school right now, " he told her.&nbsp; "Let's focus on making sure you're doing all right.&nbsp; I knew your first punishment would be the hardest, but it's over now.&nbsp; Your Master is proud of how well you handled it."<br><br>He laid down next to her then, on top of the blankets, and put his arm around her.<br><br>"Repeat the words Beth, " he said quietly, as one hand gently stroked her hair.&nbsp; "You are my Master, and I am your slave.&nbsp; My Master protects me, cares for me, and loves me.&nbsp; All that I am is Yours."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>26-01-2010, 14:49:37</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				There was a momentary tension again in her body but it passed quickly, Beth coughed and then swallowed, trying to catch her breath, but this was nothing to do with her situation. She moved under the blankets just a little trying to feel comfortable, but it almost did not feel quite right without the restraints…that was a part&nbsp; of what made her feel safer.<br><br>“Thank you master, I don’t want to displease you, I didn’t mean…mean to get upset.” The girl liked his touch on her hair. Flickers of the night before started to fall into place. The realization that it was not cruelty; it was a punishment, but a real one…not one that was made up. However it was difficult not to mingle the two lives sometimes.<br><br>Beth heard the words and began to speak them quietly like a mantra as she did the girl turned herself over and buried her face in her masters chest, try to find that scent , the one that made her feel so good. The scent that she had learned to love.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>26-01-2010, 15:22:30</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				"It's all right Beth," he told her, "I knew this would be hard for you, and you did very well."<br><br>As she turned towards him, he wrapped both arms around her, best he could based on the blankets, and pulled her gently towards him.&nbsp; He felt her breath in his chest as she repeated the words he'd given her to speak.<br><br>"I want us to talk about what you felt last night, about anything those feelings might have awakened - but only when you're ready.&nbsp; Take your time, center yourself, and remember where you are.&nbsp; You're here with Me now."<br><br>She felt so frail to him at that moment, even with the thick blankets between them.&nbsp; He felt a brief flash of anger again, directed towards the people who had treated her so poorly.&nbsp; Some girls wanted to be abused - were masochistic or excited by being degraded and humiliated - but Beth wasn't like that.&nbsp; To treat a slave in such a fashion for ones own pleasure was unconscionable unless she enjoyed it.&nbsp; It was quite clear to him, that Beth was not showing "enjoyment" to her tormentors...&nbsp; <br><br>As he held her, he continued to stroke her hair, knowing she liked it.&nbsp; He whispered to her - just little snippets of talk - 'it's OK', 'your safe', and such things...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>26-01-2010, 15:43:21</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth struggled a little to remove the blankets just so she could be closer to her master, she wanted to feel him against her skin, she wanted his scent on it. Still the girl repeated the mantra her breathing was heavy but relatively even. “I want…want to please you master…last night…last night I remembered…more. My mother …it was her too…” <br><br>There was that tension and Beth struggled to move yet closer to her master, she wanted him to hold her tight to help her be rid of it all to make the memories and the fear to leave her. “Before…before even my father died…She hated me… that was it…” It was as if another piece of the puzzle dropped into place.”<br><br>Her hands even reached to Mike’s and she touched his fingers it felt so good to be safe, and to feel this warmth. Beth was learning now, and beginning to see the difference. She was now clearer on it, or at least the boundaries were less foggy. Doctor Cole was not like them and she loved him. “Thank you master, I love you…”<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>26-01-2010, 20:36:57</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He smiled and relaxed a bit, feeling her tension drop a bit as she pressed herself into him.&nbsp; He continued to hold her close, stroking her cheek and hair.&nbsp; It was nice to hear her speaking the words "Master" and "I love you" in the same sentence, as it clearly connected the two concepts.&nbsp; He kissed her forehead.&nbsp; <br><br>"You're beginning to remember more," he told her.&nbsp; "I can't lie to you and tell you that this won't be a painful process.&nbsp; Eventually, I think, you'll remember everything."<br><br>He paused for a moment, and his brain put a few pieces together that didn't fit well... it was a bizarre thought, but he needed to ask the question.&nbsp; If she wasn't able to answer, at least he'd make her think about it.&nbsp; "Beth," he asked - his tone serious, yet soft, "Tell me about your father.&nbsp; What happened to him?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>27-01-2010, 08:27:22</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				“My…my father …I loved him. He was a good man we did lots of things together, he loved books like me. When I was about thirteen or fourteen he had to start moving around…around with work...I missed him... It…it was sometime after that my mother started having …friends come around.” Here was a long pause. “Mum had always been odd though…I don’t think she liked me very much even before that.” She shuddered then. The girl swallowed hard “My father died in a car wreak along with my brother…that’s when things got…got really bad.”<br><br>Beth pressed herself right against Doctor Cole enjoying the comfort his warmth gave her. She might have been crying her body was certainly making those reactions though there was no noise, save for the occasional sniff. After a short time the girl did look up at her master. "I think my mother was pleased when he died."<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>27-01-2010, 15:40:57</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He held her close to him.&nbsp; He had the feeling if she could crawl inside him, she would.&nbsp; It felt right to hold her... that she belonged there.&nbsp; He listened to her words, the last few were particularly poignant.&nbsp; The worst of it was over though, she'd reconnected with the situation and it was clear to him that she wasn't connecting her punishment to her past anymore.&nbsp; It might be quite some time though, before a punishment would stand entirely on its own.<br><br>"I'm sorry you had to loose someone who clearly cared a great deal for you.&nbsp; It sounds like your mother lost her way somehow, when he began to travel.&nbsp; Can you tell me anything about your brother?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>27-01-2010, 17:21:56</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth shook her head, “I think it was before that, I think…my mother was not allowed to bath me…she didn’t like girls.” He could see the strain on her face as the girl tried to find hidden memories. He felt her tense a little more she also seemed to gasp for breath. The girl stared at her master, “She didn’t like girls. I don’t know…"<br><br>He then asked about her brother, Beth remembered him, she had tried to like him but he had always been mothers favorite. Though that was not his crime, however there was more to it than that but Beth had lost the thread of it, and it was hard to start to remake the puzzle. “My brother was younger and…and he was a boy…she liked him…I think he used to get me into trouble when my dad was not…was not there. Her eyes were shut now and she appeared to be having trouble breathing. “Did he watch?<br><br>“He was not bad…he was my brother…” She wondered then if dad had preferred him too. And hats why they were leaving?<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>27-01-2010, 17:54:03</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike tried very hard not to react to what she was telling him, but just to listen and comfort.&nbsp; That was tough.&nbsp; There was a lot going on here that was still submerged.&nbsp; She carried and held close a picture of her father who, in actuality, might just have been the lesser of two evils... but what would it do to Beth if her father was demonized... sometimes it might be best to let sleeping dogs lie - but then, Pandora couldn't get the box closed either.&nbsp; He'd have to think this one through, and that would take a long time.<br><br>He decided it was best not to push her any further and let things flow as they might on their own, so he kissed her forehead again, and gave her a squeeze.<br><br>"It's OK Beth... you'll remember things when the time is right - don't push too hard.&nbsp; Are you feeling a little better now?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>27-01-2010, 18:23:14</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth was still uncomfortable, most of what had been locked away for a long time it seemed, yet small snippets tiny pieces were becoming released with her master and it was confusing. “I want to remember master…but sometimes I don’t…it hurts…” There was another shudder down her spine yet it was a sensation without images.<br><br>The girl moved a little still searching for the warmth. “I…I will try not to upset you…you again master…”When he asked how she was her face frown because she didn’t know and the girl did not want to upset him. “I don’t know…I …I should go to school….but…but…I am…” She was thoughtful for a short time and swallowed hard. “Can I please stay here a little with you master?”<br><br>She moved a little and offered a kiss to her master it was close to his lips though not fully there as if she was testing the water perhaps, Beth wanted to kiss this man but that scared her too. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>27-01-2010, 22:03:23</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He gave her another squeeze.&nbsp; "Sometimes it does hurt to remember things that were painful.&nbsp; The memories will come in time, when you're ready to cope with them."&nbsp; As she moved in yet closer, he felt her uncertainty.&nbsp; "Of course, " he told her, "I know you've no intention of upsetting me.&nbsp; And you didn't 'upset' me last night either.&nbsp; I don't respond in anger Beth.&nbsp; Last night, you didn't listen to what I told you, and so you were punished.&nbsp; Something you did disappointed me - that doesn't mean that <em>you disappoint me</em>.&nbsp; There's a big difference.&nbsp; And that was yesterday and a single incident - it's over now.. finished."<br><br>He accepted her kiss where it was and didn't move to adjust her position in the slightest.&nbsp; He simply smiled and ran a finger over her collar on the side of her neck.&nbsp; <br><br>"Of course we can stay here Beth, I've already called in and told them you'd be out today.&nbsp; Remember, I'm your Master, and that means I'll take care of you - emotionally and physically."<br><br>He took his arms from around her then, and pulled the bed covers down a bit.&nbsp; He got himself under the covers with her, and the sheets back over them.&nbsp; He put his arms around her again, and pulled her in close against him.<br><br>"You're my beautiful slave girl, Beth, and I promise you that everything will be OK."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>28-01-2010, 07:29:20</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth smiled quietly into the mans chest she felt warm and safe in this place, she was still working out about last night and her past but it was a little clearer now, in fact a lot clearer. Yet this was going to take some time. It was comforting as he joined her under the covers and caressed her collar. His words were reassuring&nbsp; &nbsp;and calming too. Her breathing was slow and even, she made quiet noises against her master.<br><br>“Thank you master…” It wasn’t just for her not having to go to school, it was for everything he had already. However the girl was certainly pleased that she could stay at home today, hopefully she could spend it straightening her head yet further. Lying here next to Doctor Cole listening to him speak made it easier to separate last night and understand what it symbolised. <br><br>He was her master and she loved him. She would try hard not to anything that would dissappoint him again. Beth wanted to be a good slave for him. She wanted to give him pleasure, but not only because it was her duty, rather because she felt so much for him. His pleasure would surely bring yet more to her.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>28-01-2010, 16:00:46</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He felt her relax then.&nbsp; She was feeling safe and protected, and he could sense that in her body language.&nbsp; He let things stay quiet a while, letting her just relax and continue to recover herself.&nbsp; His fingers went through her hair, brushing her forehead as well.&nbsp; <br><br>After a time, he spoke to her again.&nbsp; "Maybe it would help to think about what happened last night, and how it connected you to your old life.&nbsp; I know we've been in the basement before, but this time it affected you more.&nbsp; Just think about the basement in your old home.&nbsp; What was it like down there, and what kinds of things happened?&nbsp; Don't let those thoughts frighten you, they're just memories and what happened will never happen again.&nbsp; If it helps, you can talk about them as if you were talking about someone else."<br><br>Hi kissed the back of her neck, just above the collar, and gave her a reassuring squeeze.<br><br>"Remember, you're talking to Me now, just me."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>28-01-2010, 17:01:10</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth twisted and moved a little against her master, it was not something sexual more she wanted to be closer to him and wanted to be facing him in the embrace. This was not something the girl had ever been comfortable with before. “Master…I will try I know it is very different…the smell….for a start.”<br><br>Mike felt that tension as he saw her nose twitch in an almost feral way. “I remember being locked in for a long time…no water…just the taste of blood and …and men in my mouth. I tried to listen to sounds so I would know how many days passed. It was worst on school vacations. Longer times…then you see.” Beth had been staring up at her master most of the time, searching his face, understanding he was different for the faces that had filled her mind last night.<br><br>“I never knew how…how long I would be there…or when someone would come again…or what…what they would do.” There was a pause, as once of her hands started to touch Doctor Cole, she stroked his face and caressed his shoulders. It was tentative and nervous. “Master, it’s very different when you …when you use the cuffs…Thank you. Thank you master they make me feel safe, like you do…like the collar does…I need to remember that when I get scared.”<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>28-01-2010, 17:27:06</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				It was good too, that she turned towards him.&nbsp; It was another signal that she was getting the right messages from him.<br><br>"Sometimes, people remember smells before they remember anything else.&nbsp; I think it goes back to primitive times.&nbsp; Maybe that's why it's so important to you, because it's a primal sense."<br><br>He understood the basement issue now.&nbsp; They must have locked her away down there for long periods.&nbsp; Based on what he'd learned from his short interactions with Beth's mother and her boyfriend, it was very likely that they were charging men for her 'services'.&nbsp; What kind of woman would whore out her own daughter?&nbsp; It was true that in some master/slave situations, there would be an element of that - but it was because that was something the submissive partner wanted to experience.&nbsp; They'd forced it on Beth, and that was just wrong.<br><br>"I'm glad you feel safe when you're restrained.&nbsp; Many slaves feel it's a reinforcement of what they are, and a reminder of that their Master truly owns them.&nbsp; I will be honest with you Beth, they're not there just for you.&nbsp; I find the sight of you in them, restrained, very pleasing."&nbsp; <br><br>He hesitated to press her, but she seemed to genuinely want to talk, so he was going to give her that opportunity.&nbsp; "I know from looking at you, that they often beat you.&nbsp; Was it similar to when I punished you last night, with the crop?&nbsp; Did they use something other than their hands?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>29-01-2010, 07:36:09</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				“They beat me a lot master…more after my father died.”&nbsp; There seemed a little confusion is the girls eyes, but she continued. “When something got broken, they sent for a …a friend to fix it…at least they did sometimes…” Beth’s hands continued to take in her master’s face and his form as her large eyes remained closed. It seemed she struggled with these memories yet she wanted her master to know and perhaps understand. “They used …they,&nbsp; many... used fists and hands, sometimes I got kicked. I…He had a belt too.”” Beth shuddered again. “A couple of them used cigarettes…there were other things...maybe..."<br><br>There was a pause as she tried to relax again, her eyes still shut, “It wasn’t like last night…last night, things got muddled. But it was different. You…You stopped and it was for a reason. Sometimes I didn’t think they would.” Tension passed over her again...It’s the not knowing.” <br><br>There had been times when the girl had really believed that she was going to die. Only once had she tried to tell someone and she had just got into more trouble. No one had believed her. So in the end it was just something she had learned to endure. It felt good to know that her master believed her.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>29-01-2010, 14:55:02</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He nodded as he held her still, doing his best to make her feel safe as more things surfaced.&nbsp; He was sure of it now, that her father had a role in what had gone on - to what degree he wasn't sure, but at the very least, he tolerated it, and that was crime enough.<br><br>"I don't think it's 'not knowing' Beth, there will be many times where you won't know what's going to happen next.&nbsp; It's OK to be scared, and uncertain of what the future will bring.&nbsp; But I think the real issue is that their intentions were to use you only, without a thought to your own feelings and you couldn't <em>trust</em> them.&nbsp; Remember I told you how important the issue of 'trust' was to me - and now I think you see why.&nbsp; You need to know, without doubt, that if I lock you up downstairs, you will have food, you will have water, you won't ever risk sickness, or death.&nbsp; Even caged and chained, you're cared for.&nbsp; Those people didn't care what happened to you, physically or mentally.&nbsp; I do."<br><br>He kissed her forehead again, a few times in different places.<br><br>"I'll never break any part of you, and I'll never sell any part of you, and I'll never let you come to harm.&nbsp; You need to trust in that, and in me.&nbsp; When we first started all this, you wondered whether I'd believe you or not, and I told you that you'd not given me any REASON not to.&nbsp; As you work through all this, think to yourself, have I ever given you any reason not to trust me?&nbsp; Gain your strength from that."<br><br>He loved the feel of his fingertips in her hair, and he knew she enjoyed it too... so he continued that - it was soothing for both of them, it seemed.<br><br>"Your father may have pulled the punches a bit, but..." Mike hesitated, he didn't want to go somewhere that would upset her in a different way, but he had the feeling that certain things were already beginning to clarify to her.&nbsp; "I don't think it sounds as if your Father was watching out for you as a Father should..."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>29-01-2010, 17:03:23</strong>
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				Beth struggled with what her master was saying about her father, she had always loved him, though the girl had always wondered about why he had taken her brother away in the car when he died and not her, and why there had been no funeral. She had just been told the fact and questions had brought punishment. Her mind started to scream why could he not chosen her…even if he had died…why could he not have chosen her? <br><br>Doctor Cole felt her mentally and physically slump, though his fingers in her long hair and feeling of his face and neck beneath her fingers aided her state of mind. As were his words.<br><br>“I trust you master, I trust all you say …and I love you.” Tears were welling in her closed eyes.” Beth had to trust Doctor Cole, for she had nothing else to trust even the memories of her father were now it seemed wrong. “I was always quiet Master…”<br><br>Beth took a deep breath then and then another stifling back her tears, “I am starting to under…understand …master. I know that ...just that I trust you...” <br><br>The girl remembered the picture she had held so dear now, and the jumper and that made her feel ill. What had her father done...or not done? The only peson she could truly trust was indeed her master...<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>29-01-2010, 17:30:31</strong>
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				He felt the change in her thoughts immediately, and almost regretted bringing it up.&nbsp; Many people would have suggested - let sleeping dogs lie - but for Mike, truth was always something he'd sought for.&nbsp; If Beth was truly his slave, he had to believe that it was right for her too.<br><br>"I'm sorry Beth, I really am." he told her, "I know how much you felt for your Father.&nbsp; I don't want you to change your feelings towards him unless you remember something specific.&nbsp; When I said what I said I wasn't making a judgment, I was only opening a line of questioning."<br><br>He began to rock her a bit, hoping the motion would be soothing.&nbsp; "You <em>can</em>&nbsp; trust me Beth, and there will be others in your life too, that you'll be able to trust.&nbsp; In all of this, remember that the actions of those people who hurt you were theirs alone.&nbsp; It might be a long time before you can trust more people, but make sure you don't shut yourself away from the rest of the world - If I wanted that for you, you'd be home schooled.&nbsp; I want MY slave to have a full and happy life."<br><br>The impact of his comment about her father, he knew, would make her think.&nbsp; What he hadn't expected was the very fast descent.&nbsp; He'd have to be careful to make sure he didn't go too far too fast - that seemed to be something of a mantra for him in the past weeks.&nbsp; 'One thing at a time, Mike... One thing at a time...'
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>29-01-2010, 18:09:32</strong>
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				“Its all so …so confusing…maybe my father didn’t know, maybe he just looked away….maybe he preferred my…my brother too.”&nbsp; Her eyes were closed again as if she was trying to find those dark pieces of memory. The rocking brought Beth’s breathing back into line it was not so erratic now though there was the occasional gasp for breath as the girl stifled tears and crying.<br><br>Again Beth calmed, she had not even been watching the time, which was something new always she was careful about that, “Please…please master, what time is it?” a part of that had come from being locked up and not knowing the time. The other was working out how long she could stay away from her Mothers home. <br><br>Perhaps she may even have fallen asleep for a short time, before she was answered.<br><br>The girl was a little confused but less so as she listened to Doctor Coles words as they faded in and out of her head. She wanted him to hold her but also Beth wanted him to restrain her. Her head was becoming foggy again. Suddenly as if from no where she spoke the words that barely met her conscious mind before they passed her lips.<br><br>“Master….may …I ki…kiss you.”&nbsp; She was not sure why she said that but Beth wanted to, she had another time but had been afraid to ask. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>29-01-2010, 18:37:42</strong>
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				Mike sighed.&nbsp; With her Father dead, it would likely leave most questions unanswered.&nbsp; The truth was there - but it was in the hands of someone who couldn't be trusted anyway, and that was her mother.&nbsp; The thought of breaking into their house and ransacking it for clues very briefly passed through his mind, but he set it aside for the absurdity that it was.<br><br>He did his best to just pet, and console her as she cried and let things work around in her head.&nbsp; When she'd asked the time he answered her that it was shortly after 9am, but he doubted she heard the answer.&nbsp; He could feel her calm then, and sense her falling in and out of miniature dreams.<br><br>When she asked for a kiss, he used his hand to angle her head so their eyes met.&nbsp; "To kiss your Master is a privilege.&nbsp; I'm proud of you for two reasons...&nbsp; First, because you asked, and second," he smiled then, brushing his hand over her forehead, "because you asked."&nbsp; He moved his hand to her cheek, smiling even brighter. "And your answer, my beautiful slave girl, is 'yes'.&nbsp; I welcome it." 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>29-01-2010, 22:27:01</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth was shy, very shy with this kind of intimacy. It was different from before, she wanted and had asked for a kiss that was about love and about her trust. More importantly she really did want to try to kiss her Master. “I love you my master.” <br><br>The time he told her appeared somewhere in her subconscious when Doctor Cole offered it to her it was important too, for it gave her some reference point. <br><br>However it was the allowance of the kiss that brought yet more, Beth licked her lips and suddenly became afraid that she would not be able to do it…or make it right enough to please her master. Yet she had asked and now the girl needed it and permission had been given. Her lips first found Doctor Coles chin, they were still tentative and searching, she passed from there to the edge of his mouth and the girl even parted them slightly. <br><br>It was then those lips found his mouth and Beth with a parted mouth began to kiss Doctor Cole, her breath became a little faster. Still her kiss was apprehensive yet her lips opened a little further allowing her master access. A soft and quiet noise passed from her lips and the man felt her whole body relax into his. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>29-01-2010, 22:46:34</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He felt her uncertain movements, let her make her way to where she needed to be, and didn't rush her.&nbsp; Her lips felt good on his chin and face, and when they finally found their way to his, he felt her become more confident.&nbsp; It was then that he returned it in kind.&nbsp; Softly at first, he let his tongue gently pass her open lips and find its way inside to touch the tip of hers.<br><br>He put his hand behind her head, and drew her into him.&nbsp; He inhaled her breath, and let him breath in his.<br><br>He let her proceed slowly, learning the feel of it.&nbsp; Wordlessly, he brought her to the right angle, and when he heard the soft sigh escape her, he knew she would be OK.&nbsp; He didn't press her head to his, as he might in a more aggressive kiss, but instead let her determine its intensity and duration.&nbsp; In the future, he'd control that but for now, what he needed to give her was the confidence to be as intimate as possible.&nbsp; He'd touched every part of her body already, but the willingness of a kiss gave him possession of yet another part of her....
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>30-01-2010, 09:12:10</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth let out another sigh as his tongue entered her mouth and she then slowly let her own curl about his. Her eyes remained closed but not tightly rather they were relaxed as her master aided her with the process. The girl’s body was responding too, as they shared this most intimate moment. Small and slightly muffled noises passed from lips as she followed her master’s lead in the kiss.<br><br>It felt safe and warm it felt right to kiss him, she did not feel dirty. The girl felt her body grow a little warmer as she continued the kiss. Her breathing and heart rate sped up a little though it was not in panic or fear, rather it was with excitement it seemed. Still she followed his lead and allowed her own tongue a little more exploration, she was not aggressive in the kiss but she was certainly growing in confidence, as the moments passed. This felt right. Beth was not sure if she had ever felt like this certainly she had not for a long time.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>01-02-2010, 14:59:35</strong>
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				The kiss went on for some time, and as he gently guided her, she moved and responded in kind.&nbsp; He could tell that this was not something she was used to doing - at least not voluntarily - but he could sense from her body language that she was sensing a difference between this kiss, and anything from her past.&nbsp; She was nervous, but not frightened, and he held her gently, rubbing her back, until the kiss finally ended.<br><br>He gave her a few more soft kisses, on the top of her lip, her nose... forehead.&nbsp; Then looked at her and smiled.&nbsp; "That was very nice Beth," he told her.&nbsp; "There are so many things that you'll find feel very different when you do them with and for someone you love."<br><br>He stroked her cheek with the back of two of his fingers.&nbsp; "Tell me how you feel..."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>01-02-2010, 15:25:49</strong>
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				Beth let out a slightly breathy sigh her slender body was already giving off a good deal of heat, a heat which seemed to emanate from her skin. A few more noises passed from her and the girl shifted a little under the covers against him, it was no overtly sexual yet after the long kiss Doctor Cole was aware she may well be aroused.<br><br>The same small sounds passed her lips, as her master kissed her, upon her face again her body was responded, Beth had not felt like this before, not on any level.<br><br>After a few breaths the girl tried to speak though it was soft, her eyes were heavy lidded, though it looked like with pleasure as much as with the need for sleep. Yes she was tired just as he was, but there was certainly more there, at least for her, her voice showed as much<br><br>“Master, I feel good…it felt…” she licked her lips and then bit her lower one. “I felt…I feel….very warm …” Beth flushed then, “I feel …excited…I feel warm…there.” There was another sigh, “Thank…thank you master for letting me. I see the difference…thank you.”<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>01-02-2010, 16:03:27</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				"That's good." he told her.&nbsp; "It should feel good, and it should make you warm.&nbsp; It's how a slave should feel about her Master."<br><br>He noted her embarrassment when she spoke about it.&nbsp; "And you don't have to feel uncomfortable talking about it Beth.&nbsp; In fact, a slave needs to be able to tell her Master anything and everything."&nbsp; He thought a brief moment, then decided to continue his miniature 'lesson'.&nbsp; Moving his hand down he brushed over, then gently squeezed her left breast, then her right.&nbsp; "I want you to repeat after me, Beth.&nbsp; Put your own hands on them and say 'These are my breasts, my tits, my nipples.&nbsp; They belong to my Master' ."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>01-02-2010, 16:38:52</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth let out another quiet noise as her masters hands moved over her small breasts, as they felt her nipples she also blushed. Beth was aware how small they were and could not imagine that he would want to. However his touch indeed offer another reaction, and he could feel it as her small pink nipples hardened for him. Her face became darker and her body heated a little more. Baths back even arched a little, Doctor Cole felt her sharp ribs against him.<br><br>The girl did as he asked though she was still tentative as she found her breasts and her hardening nipples. She repeated his words though quietly. Touching herself was not something that Beth had obviously done, before it had made her feel dirty…Yet her master had instructed it.<br><br>Her eyes were closed now and her heart again was speeding up a little, as was her breathing.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>01-02-2010, 17:00:05</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He nodded, watching her movements with a practiced eye.&nbsp; She was excited, but in new territory.&nbsp; "That's good Beth.&nbsp; Your body is your gift to me.&nbsp; A beautiful and precious gift which I intend to keep, protect, and enjoy."<br><br>He put his hands on top of hers, and guided them over her breasts a bit more.&nbsp; "I don't know what people have said to you in the past Beth, kids and abusers can be cruel.&nbsp; But here is the truth.&nbsp; No woman's body is perfect, but each is beautiful in their own way.&nbsp; Every man sees every woman differently.&nbsp; Certain men may specifically desire certain shapes and forms."<br><br>Then he moved one hand over her hip to her behind.&nbsp; He rubbed, then gently squeezed her cheek.&nbsp; As he continued to rub gently, he told her, "Put your hand here with mine, repeat the words Beth... 'This is my butt, my ass.&nbsp; It belongs to my Master'."&nbsp; He kept his other hand over hers, still on her breast.&nbsp; The position was a bit awkward, but he wasn't planning on them holding it for long...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>01-02-2010, 17:13:52</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				The girl was growing a little confused and bewildered, though that may have been the lack of sleep though more likely that she had never experienced anything like this before, and her masters voice carried so much weight in her mind. It was a central point that she could focus on. Her one hand remained on her small breast and her erect nipple as the other followed her masters to her skinny hips and her buttocks.<br><br>As before Beth repeated his words, he could feel the beat of her heart no, and she could feel it pounding in her chest and hear it in her ears. The girl’s hips moved a little against the attention. Her voice was becoming a little ragged now as the lesson went on. Still Beth’s eyes remained closed. Touching her own body was both frightening and exhilarating. After she had repeated the words a number of times the girl tried to catch her breath feeling just how warm she was becoming between her legs. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>01-02-2010, 17:27:20</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He smiled, and gave her small kisses on her face and neck.&nbsp; "Very good," he&nbsp; praised her, moving his hand then over her belly, and rubbed it very gently - being careful not to upset her still delicate insides.&nbsp; "Your body pleases me.&nbsp; That's why it's so important for it to be healthy.&nbsp; That's why I want you to eat, and not starve yourself.&nbsp; That's why I give you medicine to make it easier.&nbsp; Some men like hefty women, some like them skinny.&nbsp; Some like large breasts, some like them small.&nbsp; I like a woman's body to be lean, but not malnourished, with smaller breasts, softly curved hips and shapely behind."<br><br>He moved moved his hands over her hips again as he spoke, reinforcing his words.&nbsp; After another moment, he took her hand in his, and guided it to her mound, squeezed gently, then with his hand over hers still, moved between her legs.&nbsp; He intertwined their fingers and brushed them over her sex and between her lips, but didn't penetrate - one of his fingers, one of hers.&nbsp; "Repeat the words my slave," he instructed her, " 'This is my sex, my pussy.&nbsp; It belongs to my Master' ."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>01-02-2010, 17:45:48</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth was relaxing again to her master’s voice, and though she did not speak she continued to make noises, not over her master but more with him. Her hips were still very thin and there was barely any sort of fat there but in was improving slowly. When his hand lead hers to her soft mound more noises passed her lips and Beth shuddered and then wriggled a little though it did not seem to be with fear. <br><br>Her whole body tensed when he reached her soft pussy lips, she was already moist and warm and Doctor Cole could feel it. Her face was flushed both in arousal and perhaps still some embarrassment. Once more Beth repeated his words though now they were yet quieter and more breathy. She was growing yet more aroused. He did not make her feel dirty his hand in hers made her feel less afraid. The girl parted her thighs a little more. <br><br>Her eyes were still closed, she wanted to touch her master but was as yet unsure if he wanted her to. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>01-02-2010, 18:13:15</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Again, he whispered to her, "That's right... Your body is mine.&nbsp; Your valuable gift to me."<br><br>He continued to guide her hand as her legs opened instinctively.&nbsp; He guided her finger inside then, through the folds of her pussy lips and inside to feel the moist and heat.&nbsp; With slick fingers, they moved together.&nbsp; First in, then out - not too deeply but just enough.&nbsp; He guided their fingers then, to her clit.&nbsp; He felt the nub there, and circled it.&nbsp; With his finger atop hers, he moved over it, under, and around, letting her sense the impact of her own fingertip.<br><br>"Do you remember how it felt in the basement?&nbsp; Do you remember what you felt after you accepted your collar and gave yourself to me?&nbsp; How good it felt?"<br><br>He continued to guide her finger, then pulled another of hers in, adjusting his hand so that he was less active, and more guiding.&nbsp; "I want you to feel that again, my slave.&nbsp; I want you to bring that feeling to yourself."&nbsp; He angled her a bit onto her back.&nbsp; His one hand now still guiding her fingers, and his other hand still over hers on the breast...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>01-02-2010, 18:43:13</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				“I …I …I remember…” Beth tried to speak as one of her fingers and one of her master slowly and gently penetrated her soft moist lips. She made another noise of pleasure when they both found her hardening bud. She was indeed very warm there and it appeared close to climax. Even from the experiences before.<br><br>She lay a little more onto her back and opened her thighs a little wider, her feet were now pushing the covers from her naked form and Beth was barely aware of it. Beth was gasping now, though those gasps were interspersed with small quiet noises, and moans. Her nipples were now firm and hard they had darkened too, “Please…” She moaned…as her whole body began to tingle; it was as if electricity was passing over <br><br>Beth’s hips began to buck against her own fingers and his and felt her body tighten the covers had been kicked from her body and the girl was now exposed. Her thighs were open and her sweet and moist lips were visable to her master, they seemed to unfurl for him. Again Beth bucked her hips. “Please…” Her stomach was tightening…<br><br>“Master please…let…let…please may I…” She could barely get her words out. “Can …may …pleasure you…”<br><br>“Master…can I let go…I…” Beth was holding back waiting for answers though her body was struggling with it. Everything had to be on Doctor Coles word.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>01-02-2010, 19:27:05</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike smiled, watching her movements... listening to her sounds.&nbsp; He moved his hands a little more with hers, then softly, quietly, took them away leaving her hands alone to pleasure herself.<br><br>He repeated the mantra himself, for her to hear - reinforcing it as her body neared climax.&nbsp; "Your body belongs to your Master, Beth, given to Me by you.&nbsp; You are a slave, always a slave, My slave."<br><br>With the covers off, he could see her completely, and he watched the expression on her face, her open mouth, neck arched back.&nbsp; He watched her breathing - her chest rising and falling with her hand still over her breast.&nbsp; He heard her ask to pleasure him, but he let that pass for the moment, needing instead for her to cum from her own hand.&nbsp; He was still wearing a pair of boxers and his excitement was obvious, though he doubted she could see past her tightly closed eyes.<br><br>He let her continue for a few more moments, then whispered softly, "Let yourself go Beth, let your body feel what it needs to feel... cum for Me."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>02-02-2010, 00:48:00</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				“Than…Thank you master.” Beth’s fingers were wet now as were her lips, her pussy was unfurled and open as she lightly eased her fingers into her still unexplored folds. The girl stopped at the barrier still, she then returned to her clitoris, and that was giving off yet more heat. It was very hard it was very visible to her master as Beth opened her pale thighs as far as she could. All of it was exposed to him, all of it was his.<br><br>The girl gasped for air and writhed and bucked as she had in the restraints. She begged to please her master and then begged to be tied again as finally her body bucked and rolled almost out of control. Beth cried out, as her pleasure slipped from her body onto her fingers and onto her master’s sheets.<br><br>The girl was panting and still moving her hips as she finally came and she let out another cry. For now her head was blurred as it had been in the basement when she had reached climax before.<br><br>Gradually Beth’s body relaxed a little more and her face flushed as once more she told her master that all this was his and she was his slave.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>02-02-2010, 16:01:14</strong>
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				He smiled as she drew herself to climax... she was talking but almost to the air as well as him... the things running through her head were of particular interest - a desire to be bound and a desire to please her Master.&nbsp; Despite the many hurdles (and he knew there would still be more to come), she was taking to her training very well.&nbsp; Despite whatever aura she carried at school, the fact was that Beth was just naturally submissive.&nbsp; What was unfortunate is that it gave her abusers almost free reign to practically (no, actually) torture her.&nbsp; <br><br>Mike needed to continue to take everything one step at a time, and make certain that he was able to un-do the damage.&nbsp; The last thing he wanted is for her to have the wrong images in her head when she DID move forward to pleasing him sexually.&nbsp; At the point they were at right now, he could probably ask her to do almost anything and she would, but he again hesitated.&nbsp; He wanted all of her thoughts completely clear at each point.<br><br>So instead of climbing on top of her, which is what his body and 3/4 of his brain wanted him to do, he held back.&nbsp; As she came down from her high, he brushed his hands over her body - belly, legs, hips, arms, chest.<br><br>"If you remember one thing from this Beth," he whispered to her, "think about this - nothing that feels as good as what you just felt, could possibly be wrong.&nbsp; Watching a slave climax at his word is, for a Master, an amazingly beautiful thing."<br><br>He put his arm under her head then, and confined his hands to her shoulders.&nbsp; "You like the feeling of being restrained, don't you... how it feels to be confined?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>02-02-2010, 16:40:53</strong>
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				Beth looked at her master with slightly sleepy eyes the climax had again&nbsp; had drained her somewhat as had the night before though it was obvious she wanted to please Doctor Cole. Once more she reacted to each of his caresses and touches, though she was a little worried about her fingers that still were somewhat sticky. “Master….I thought it…it was dirty…I was told…” <br><br>The girl wriggled just a little and then lay still her eyes were focused on Mike, she searched him trying to see what he saw in her. His words passed over her and into her, they were remembered and understood. “I…I want to…to make you pleased master…” Beth let out another gasp or two it seemed it was just left over from her climax. Still she lay exposed to him though by now the girl had closed her pale thighs. <br><br>After a little more time the girl found her masters eyes with her own, “I like the cuffs master...the chains...but...buts...Confined…” he saw the colour go from her face. “Please master, no water…no tape…please let me have some…some air…” Perhaps the girl read the words in another way, but this was another piece to Mikes puzzle.<br><br>Beth stopped then, and remembered the words, “I trust you master…I…I trust you…more than that I love you...” the girl closed her eyes. Her body was still warm and moist from her climax , it glistened too, her mind was somewhat cloudy from the same. She turned her head into his body then revelling in his masculine scent. <br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>03-02-2010, 17:36:08</strong>
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				He smiled as he held her.&nbsp; "No Beth, it's not dirty.&nbsp; Whatever you were told was a lie - likely to keep you from experiencing a climax.&nbsp; These people - the ones who abused you - they were the kind of people who got pleasure from seeing you in pain.&nbsp; The more pain they could inflict on you, the happier they were.&nbsp; If they couldn't make it hurt physically, then they tried to make you feel bad about it - as if there was something wrong with you."<br><br>He kissed her forehead gently, and rubbed her back.<br><br>"And don't worry - with me, you'll never have to fear that I'll subject you to any lasting harm.&nbsp; I won't drown you, I won't suffocate you.&nbsp; I won't threaten to do such things either.&nbsp; You're far to valuable for me to damage, and I won't allow anyone else to damage you either."<br><br>He took hold of her hand then, and brought it up towards her face.&nbsp; "Scent is important to you Beth, I know it is."&nbsp; He took her fingers in his hand, and brought them to his nose, breathing in her aroma.&nbsp; He moved them to her face then, and told her, "Breathe it in Beth.&nbsp; That's your scent... The smell of your sex - your pleasure.&nbsp; It's a good smell - one that excites your Master, and shows me how exited you are.&nbsp; There is nothing dirty, ugly, or wrong with your body - anyone who told you otherwise was lying to you."<br><br>He kissed her fingers then, and released her hand as he pulled her a little closer, enjoying the weight of her head against his chest...
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>04-02-2010, 10:21:05</strong>
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				Beth listened to her masters words and moved in as close as she could to him. He felt so warm and safe, she had confidence in what he said. She nodded and answered but a little sleepily, her eyes were indeed getting heavy for she had not slept the night before and the exertion of her climax only added to it. Yet it was a comfortable sensation.<br><br>Taking in her own scent was a strange sensation one that was not something she had experienced before. He was right something which did that to her which made her feel so good could not be dirty, and the scent itself was not unpleasant, though she could not quite describe it in words. <br><br>“Valuable?” Beth spoke quietly into his chest, which was not something she could imagine. Her hand rested next to her head on his body. She made soft noises and her breath on his skin was warm. Her breathing slowed a little as Beth appeared to be drifting in and out of sleep. Small noises passed her lips that were slightly open. She seemed very slight and delicate when she was this close, though perhaps a little less fragile now. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>04-02-2010, 16:55:27</strong>
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				Mike nodded to himself.&nbsp; Each time he reinforced something with her, a little more was locked-in.&nbsp; He knew she'd eventually get beyond her bad experiences and move forward.&nbsp; Since things had gone well so far, there was no reason to adjust his approach.&nbsp; That bit of confidence, he found helpful.<br><br>As she drifted off to sleep, he very gently, and slowly, pulled himself out from under her, and pulled up the covers.&nbsp; Making sure she was still quiet, he left the room quietly, and went downstairs.&nbsp; &nbsp;He still hadn't eaten breakfast, and was beginning to feel quite hungry.&nbsp; He put away the breakfast items he had been working on when Beth had first come down to find him, and instead poured himself a bowl of cold cereal.<br><br>Once again, though, Beth's climax had completely exhausted her.&nbsp; She needed to have more energy and stamina, and he was concerned that she might need additional help putting on weight and getting herself healthy again.&nbsp; Still, he would give it another few days and track her weight and food intake first before making a doctor's appointment.<br><br>As long as he had the day off, Mike figured he'd make use of the time.&nbsp; Once he finished his cereal, he made his way to the den, and started working on paying the bills and answering correspondence.&nbsp; Perhaps, if Beth was feeling up to it, they'd do a little food shopping in the afternoon, and in the evening, he'd see if he could repeat last night's plan, without her punishment factored-in.&nbsp; It was doubtful she'd make the same mistake twice...
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>04-02-2010, 17:12:53</strong>
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				Beth drifted in and out of sleep in the bed, she was too tired to do much more than let out a sigh as her master left her, she barely opened her eyes when he did. This time her dreams were a little less frightening to her though there were a few images that had been burned into her subconscious for some time that would be very difficult to calm. Still it was becoming easier and her love and trust for her master was very apparent.<br><br>Occasionally Beth tossed and turned in her sleep, she uttered words and mumbled though this time she did not cry out or if she did it was not loud; it was when those faces returned to the forefront of her dreams. So much more was being opened and released and it was partially in sleep that she had to make sense of it and her new life.<br><br>After a few hours of part sleep and dreams Beth woke it took her a little time to remember where she was, as the night before and this morning mingled and then finally became clear. She rose and saw the slight stain on the sheet on the sheets she had made in her climax. The girl swallowed and quietly went to find her master. <br><br>As always the girl entered quietly and knelt in front of him, only once he had acknowledged her would she ask if she might change his sheets. She was still naked knowing that it was not her place to go into her locked cupboards.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>05-02-2010, 19:01:42</strong>
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				Mike finished the check he was writing, stuffed it into the envelope and sealed it, then turned to Beth, looking down to his still naked slave, and smiled.&nbsp; Again, he fought with an urge to keep he naked in the house as a mater of course.&nbsp; Perhaps, he thought a moment, he might in the future - but not for the time being.<br><br>"I hope you're feeling a bit better." he mentioned.&nbsp; "I'm a bit concerned that your climaxes take so much out of you.&nbsp; We need to get you healthy and strong."<br><br>Taking the key to her closet from his pocket, he handed it down to her.&nbsp; "You can go ahead and get yourself dressed," he told her.&nbsp; "and return the key to me after you've made sure everything is locked up."&nbsp; He reached down and stroked the side of her head, letting a fingertip curl over the top of her ear.&nbsp; "Before you do that, though, I want you to go into the kitchen and hop on the scale.&nbsp; I've got a chart taped to the inside of the cupboard just there - note your weight for today on it, and then have something to eat - whatever you like.&nbsp; Once you've done those things, come back here, and we'll sit and talk a bit.&nbsp; I'm sure there's a lot of things crawling about in your thoughts right now."<br><br>He leaned down then, smiled, and moved his hand to her cheek for a moment, before letting her up.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>05-02-2010, 23:26:59</strong>
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				&nbsp;Beth nodded and thanked her master telling him she did indeed feel a little better, though her head was a little cloudy but that was likely because she had not long woken up. The girl was aware she was naked but it seemed more normal in front of her Doctor Cole.&nbsp; “I am sorry Master, I did not mean to fall asleep, I am trying to get stronger.” Though her body appeared to have put on perhaps a few pounds the girl was certainly still painfully thin. At least though her skin had more colour too it though.<br><br>“Thank you master…” Beth had already made the bed but would ask her Mike once she had finished everything else she had to do if she needed to change the sheets and bedding. Beth was careful this time to follow her master instructions to the letter. She weighed herself, it was no surprise that she was very underweight, but the girl put the numbers down honestly.<br><br>It was then she got some breakfast like Mike she had a very small bowl of cereal and a drink of fruit juice along with some water. Beth could not remember if she had taken her medicine yet that was something else she would ask. She then did everything else as had been directed and did not deviate from it at all. <br><br>In a short time the girl returned to her master this time dressed in her house dress. She said nothing but knelt in front of Mike with her head bowed and the key in her hand, she held it out for the man to take. Just as he instructed.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>07-02-2010, 13:57:08</strong>
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				He took the key from her, and placed it back in his pocket.&nbsp; "Quite a morning, " he said to her, as he reached down to rub her shoulder.&nbsp; "I'm sure you have questions, so now's a good time to talk - but not here.&nbsp; I've been sitting at this desk all morning paying bills."<br><br>He stood then, smiled, and walked to the couch on the far side of the room.&nbsp; After arranging some pillows, he laid down on the deep, overstuffed cushions - his back to the armrest, right leg outstretched, and his left on the floor.&nbsp; He motioned for Beth to come to him, and opened his arms to invite her to lay down with him.&nbsp; "It's been another scary night and rough morning for you.&nbsp; In time, things will even out I'm sure.&nbsp; Lay here with me, get yourself comfortable, and talk to me.&nbsp; I need to know that you're doing OK."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>07-02-2010, 20:48:07</strong>
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				Beth nodded as she was lead into the other room, she was unsure if she had already been in here before, her mind was occasionally a little fuzzy about the days here. Especially the first couple, it was just another defense mechanism until her brain was able to sort out how she felt. The girl of course was more on her feelings, but her mind still seemed to sometimes play little tricks on her. As if it was protecting her from something she did not need to be protected from now.<br><br>Biting her lip then licking them Beth did as he asked as seemed to melt both into her master and the huge cushions, her clothing slipped from her a little and so she pulled it up and made herself comfortable. “Thank you master.” The girl said quietly.&nbsp; As she lay there close to Doctor Cole she again breathed in his scent, she stilled the urge she had to kiss him again, but he still felt her warm breath. "I am ...I am sure that I am doing OK but its hard to measureit against very much...I am doing much better I think."<br><br>It was then the girl broached the subject, “Master I made the bed,” her face flushed, “I should have changed the bedding but I wanted to ask first. When I…I…well I think I left some…” Beth breathed heavily. She wanted to make sure everything was just so.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>08-02-2010, 19:39:01</strong>
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				Mike smiled as he wrapped his arms around her, drawing her back to lay against his chest.&nbsp; He finished her sentence for her, "some of yourself behind?&nbsp; I don't think there's any need to be concerned about that right now.&nbsp; And don't be embarrassed about it," he told her, the head from her face evident from her proximity.&nbsp; "We should never be embarrassed about what our bodies do naturally.&nbsp; OK?"<br><br>He gave her a squeeze, enjoying the presence of her body up against his.&nbsp; He made a note to talk to her like this more often - it was much more relaxing than the breakfast table, that was certain.&nbsp; Besides, she was his slave - why not enjoy her?<br><br>Brushing her hair a bit to the side so as not to be in his face, he kissed the side of her forehead.&nbsp; The scent of her climax was still on her, and added to her closeness to him, his arousal was evident and she could probably feel it beneath her.&nbsp; If she wasn't used to it by now, he thought, it was time she had.<br><br>"I'm glad you're feeling better though, " he told her, "Unlike some other people, I prefer to have my slave generally happy."&nbsp; He played with the ring on her collar for a moment, then continued.&nbsp; "Tell me though, Beth, are you still frightened of me?&nbsp; Of your new life here?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>09-02-2010, 00:56:15</strong>
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				Beth was not entirely sure how she felt about many things in her past, but it was true that she certainly felt safer here in this place. Doctor Cole her master had not shown her anything for her not to. Even that terrifying night in the basement had been for a reason and had been because of her mistake and not his cruelty. She loved her master so much even after these few days, the girl wanted to please him.<br><br>She moved into Mike as he spoke of the mess she had left on his sheets and relaxed a little more against him it felt good to be here, it felt like nothing she had really experienced before.&nbsp; For a while Beth lay there taking in the scents around her and also taking in the sensation of her masters body so close to hers, she felt privileged that he treated her this way.<br><br>Of course Beth was aware of his arousal, as she had felt it before, though it somehow did not feel as aggressive others had, it did not frighten her.&nbsp; For sometimes they had been so drunk…and it had been her fault...that they could not...the memory made her tense slightly, and then caused her to bury her face for a short time. More than a small part of her so wanted to pleasure him.<br><br>“No…I…I…” there was a pause, and another breath, “I don’t…think I can be frightened of you, even when I …I do the wrong&nbsp; ...even if I make a mistake.” Beth looked up at her master then, “Can…can I kiss you again….”&nbsp; There was a pause as the girl tried to find the courage, not only for the question but for the action too. “Can…Can…” Beth swallowed hard, “How can I ... make…make you happy master.” Beth was indeed seeing the difference, the edges were still a little blurred but she saw just how different this master was, as she bent into to the caresses about her collar. "I like it here master...I feel safe. I love you."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>09-02-2010, 13:57:35</strong>
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				"I'm glad to hear that," he told her.&nbsp; "Though I'm sure there will be times when you're nervous or frightened about an unknown.&nbsp; I just want to make sure it isn't me you're scared of - if you know what I mean."<br><br>He enjoyed the way she responded to his caresses.&nbsp; It was almost as if he had an affectionate cat in his lap - the way she snuggled her head into his shoulder and chest, and the occasional soft sigh or other noise was almost like a purr, and he seemed to get the same relaxed feeling.&nbsp; He ran his fingers into her hair, gently pulling them through the soft length of it.<br><br>"You can make me happy, Beth, by doing as your told.&nbsp; You're making me happy right now, in fact.&nbsp; As you learn more, you'll find there are many other ways in which you'll please your Master.&nbsp; Sometimes, you'll have to endure something unpleasant as I've mentioned before - I'll find it pleasurable knowing that you're enduring it for Me.&nbsp; So don't worry - you're on the right path."&nbsp; He kissed her forehead.<br><br>"I'm guessing though, that when you asked the question you probably had something else in mind, Hmm?"&nbsp; His one hand still was stroking her hair, but the other moved to her belly, ever so gently rubbing her there.&nbsp; "You're wondering why I haven't done some of the things men typically do with women yet."&nbsp; He spoke to her softly then, "Beth, you learned those things from people who were excessively cruel.&nbsp; I'm going to teach them to you again, but in My way and at My pace.&nbsp; You're going to relearn them the right way - in a way that brings you pleasure as well as Me."<br><br>He stopped petting her hair then, and turned his head to meet hers, smiling brightly.&nbsp; "And yes, you may kiss Me."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>09-02-2010, 14:25:58</strong>
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				The noises that passed Beth’s lips were soft and indeed much like a cat, in fact the way she moved against her master was not sexual but more like a feline finding comfort in his warmth and his voice.&nbsp; It took the girl sometime to speak herself but all the time she seemed to respond to the mans touch. “Master I…I will do anything for you…” Beth’s eyes remained open as she spoke to her master; Beth needed him to know she spoke the truth. <br><br>As his hand went to her belly, which was still a little tender there was a momentary flinch though she relaxed soon and the gasp became soft noises once more, “I…I like the feel of your hands master…"The noises were ones of enjoyment once her mind had become aware that this was pleasure. Mike could see Beth’s face flush a little further.<br><br>Beth reached up and her slightly open lips found Mikes, she slowly and still a little apprehensively started to kiss Doctor Cole, still her kiss was soft and her tongue a little more confident. Briefly she broke from the it and then spoke.” Mas…Master.” The man felt her heart beat&nbsp; faster, the pounding was stronger too.&nbsp; “I know it is your pace, it has&nbsp; ...has to be…I …feel you against me…please, please can I touch you?” The girl did not want him to be angry with her, however her lips found Mikes again and this time it was less tentative.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>09-02-2010, 21:43:20</strong>
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				"I know you will..." he responded to her statement, then enjoyed her kiss.&nbsp; She was still tentative but learning, and her desire to kiss him was such a tremendous signal that her healing and sense of well being was on the right path.&nbsp; When she asked if she could touch him, it was a clear reminder of how sexual a person she was.&nbsp; He wanted to make sure that she didn't link being accepted and loved, to a sex act.&nbsp; Of course, they came hand in hand, but they needed to come in the right order.&nbsp; Still, her desire was positive, especially based on what had been done to her in the past.<br><br>He looked in her eyes then, and decided that was exactly how he'd phrase it.&nbsp; "Just as it is a privilege to kiss ones Master, it's an even greater privilege to be permitted to touch, or receive, your Master's cock.&nbsp; This is different, I know, then what you're used to.&nbsp; Before I allow you to touch, or even see it, I need to make certain you understand a few things."&nbsp; &nbsp;He paused, then kissed her again softly - her top lip, then her forehead.&nbsp; <br><br>"I'm going to guess, that you've heard the word 'fuck-toy'... it's a word that describes how your previous master and your mother treated you.&nbsp; Your only value to them, was your ability to bring men to climax.&nbsp; If you couldn't achieve that, they had no use for you.&nbsp; That's not what you are anymore, and it's not what I want you to be.&nbsp; I want you to be able to satisfy me in all ways, sexually and otherwise.&nbsp; In your life now, to be permitted to satisfy your Master sexually is a privilege, and an honor.&nbsp; Do you understand, Beth?&nbsp; To be loved, cared for, and valued comes <em>before</em> you receive your Master's cock.&nbsp; And should I decide at any time, you do not deserve it, that does not mean you're not loved, cared for, and valued - it simply means that you need to work harder to earn it."<br><br>He took her hand in his, squeezed it, and looked into her eyes.<br><br>"Do you understand what I've said to you?&nbsp; Not simply the words, but the meaning they have in your new life?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>10-02-2010, 08:55:27</strong>
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				Beth once more listened carefully to her master’s words; she was trying to take on everything he was saying, trying to understand what he meant. The girl was aware what she had been in the past, though it was strange that Mike called that bastard her previous master. She did not imagine him as that; he was nothing like Doctor Cole. In fact Beth saw him as an opposite. She loved him as much as she hated that bastard she could not even bear to think of his name. He had terrified the girl and as she had said Beth was not afraid of Mike.<br><br>Indeed she did know the term fuck-toy and she understand that it was all she had been, in fact she had been lower than that perhaps. Her pale eyes continued to look at Mike, they were focused on him and she only occasionally blinked. She did have a more healthy pallor to her skin than when she had first arrived and her face was loosing the slightly feral pinched appearance. It was softening just as she was, not having to be afraid and feeling loved was certainly changing her, making her whole again.<br><br>Her breath was slow and warm against him, and she made her soft sighs as Mike kissed her again. It seemed to take Beth a little time to process everything that Doctor Cole said to her, for she wanted to be completely clear just as he wanted her to be. It was it appeared another part of the puzzle in her head, the shattered glass that needed to be reassembled.<br><br>“Yes master, I understand the words, but more than that it has…has helped me start to understand this life.” She nodded then. “Thank you master.”<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>10-02-2010, 14:26:54</strong>
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				He considered things for a moment, then looked at the clock.&nbsp; The morning had passed quickly, and it was well into mid-afternoon.<br><br>"Although it would very much please me to have you here in my arms for the rest of the day, I wouldn't be a good Master if I didn't keep things in perspective," he told her.&nbsp; "Today IS a school day, and I don't want you getting behind."&nbsp; Mike gave her another gentle kiss, then gave her a serious, but pleasant look.&nbsp; "If you go to my desk, you'll find a piece of paper on the right side with your name on it.&nbsp; While you were asleep, I called in and got all your class and homework information from school.&nbsp; I want you to take the rest of the afternoon, and study.&nbsp; Make sure you stop and have something to eat again in a few hours."<br><br>He held her by the waist, and gently moved her to a seated position alongside him.&nbsp; "I'm going to take the time to run errands this afternoon.&nbsp; I want you to gather everything you need for your schoolwork, take it upstairs to your room, then wait for me there."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>10-02-2010, 14:48:32</strong>
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				Beth nodded again, she understood, her mind had been a little blurred about the day after the night before. Her own eyes flicked to the clock and the girl realised the time usually she watched the clock carefully but being so warm with her master had made her forget. That must not happen again. Mike felt a momentary flinch when she looked at the time.“Yes have I missed much? I don’t want to get behind.” The truth was she was in front of most of the students in her classes and had to be given extra work. Not that Beth minded, in fact she relished it and enjoyed it. For schoolwork had always been a release for her the promise of escape. Now it had been another way to please her master, and that was so important.<br><br>Once the girl was released from Doctor Cole she did exactly as she was told and found the list of work. She also got the necessary books for her work along with everything else, though she was a little confused at some of the work. Beth knew she had done some of it last week, it had been given too her because her other work was finished. Doctor Cole would soon learn just how bright his slave was.<br><br>Once everything was ready as always Beth sat at the edge of her bed with everything ready for the afternoon, as soon as her master entered the room Beth went to her knees and bowed her head.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>10-02-2010, 16:24:15</strong>
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				Mike smiled as he came in, then went to the simple desk.&nbsp; He checked the unlocked drawers that held all those things that were needed for schoolwork - pencils, pens, rulers, and such, making sure that everything was in place.&nbsp; Removing his keyring, he opened one of the locked drawers - Beth would recognize it as the same one he'd opened two evenings prior.&nbsp; From the drawer, he removed a heavy chain and placed it on the desktop along with a pair of padlocks, also heavy ones.&nbsp; He closed the drawer then stood and pushed the desk a few inches to the left.<br><br>On the floor, under where the desk had been, was a metal ring attached to a steel plate which was bolted to the floor.&nbsp; He attached the chain to the ring with one of the padlocks, then motioned for Beth to come closer.&nbsp; He attached the other end to the ring on her collar, and locked it with the other padlock.&nbsp; There was enough length on the chain for her to stand and move a few feet from the desk, but not much further.&nbsp; She'd be unable to reach the bed, closet, dresser, or the door.<br><br>It wasn't that he was afraid she'd run, or that she'd do something else inappropriate, but that he wanted her to feel the weight of the chain.&nbsp; It wasn't so heavy as to drag her down, but it would be evident - a constant reminder.<br><br>When he finished, he leaned down, and kissed her forehead.&nbsp; "I like the look of my slave in chains," he told her as he moved it a bit, letting her sense its weight.&nbsp; "I like knowing that you're here, like this."&nbsp; He released it, letting the slack fall to the floor with a loud clatter.<br><br>Standing then, he walked to the door.&nbsp; "I'll be between 3 and 4 hours I think... I expect you to be well near finished when I return."<br><br>He closed the door behind him, and drew the bolts shut.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>10-02-2010, 16:51:14</strong>
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				Beth did not whimper, or make any noise in particular as the chains were attached to her. They were indeed heavy but for many reasons they did not trouble her, in fact they made her feel safer. The girl was also aware the no one but her master would come into the room, and that no one would hurt her. The girls hand went to her collar and the padlock and she smiled.<br><br>“Thank you master.” <br><br>The sound of the bolted doors did make Beth flinch slightly though she calmed herself by stroking the chains, knowing that she was safe. With that the girl started on her homework, it did not take her long, and thus she went a little further into her books and also as she had been asked she took a little soup that she had brought up with her, as her master had told her she had to eat.<br><br>Without the medicine Beth’s stomach hurt and began to churn still with as much concentration she caught it in her throat and stopped herself making a mess upon the floor. After a short time she went back to her books making sure that everything was neat and tidy for when her master returned. Her long fingers kept retuning to the chains remembering that Mike liked to see her like this. As always her work was impeccable and insightful. <br><br>The one thing Beth found difficult was the fact there was no clock in the room, and once her homework was finished and she had started on her extra essays and papers the girl started to feel the sensation of panic even as she prepared a plan for the meal for the evening. She trusted her master and loved him that was true, but knowing the time was important, it was a constant…<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>15-02-2010, 19:45:00</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Errands took longer than he'd expected, and it was close to the full four hours by the time Mike returned.&nbsp; He put the groceries down on the counter, the mail on his desk, and hung up his jacket.&nbsp; Walking upstairs, he first knocked, then opened the bolts on the door to Beth's room.<br><br>Even as he did it, he wondered why.&nbsp; There was no real reason to knock on the door, it was his house, and she was his slave.&nbsp; He hadn't waited for a response from the knock either, but had simply opened the bolts.&nbsp; At first, he just figured it was a natural action to prevent from startling her, but the bolts made enough noise for that not to be an issue either.&nbsp; He shrugged - odd habits died hard.<br><br>When the door opened, he saw here as he'd left her - seated at the desk - the heavy chain on her neck leading to the wall.<br><br>He liked the look of her in chains, and made a note to use them more often.&nbsp; Perhaps, when it was chore day, he would require her to perform her tasks naked, and chained.&nbsp; He grinned, half at his thought, and half in the direction of his girl.<br><br>"Doing OK Beth?"&nbsp; He asked her with a smile.&nbsp; "I know this is the first time I've left you in the house alone."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>16-02-2010, 01:17:01</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<br>Beth had been biting her nails further down in the last half hour not knowing time was very difficult for her. She had eaten yes but had not had water and that had made her afraid. Yet it had been her own fault. By now there was a little blood from the fingernails that had been bitten too deeply. Still they were not as bad as they used to be though no one had ever noticed before, why would they?<br><br>The girl flinched and made sure her booked were perfect, her eyes first flicked to her master and then to his watched and she relaxed a little swallowing hard, she was thirsty. After a few moments though Beth knelt on the floor with her head bowed she was silent but some tension was playing across her shoulders.<br><br>It was then that the girl spoke answering Doctor Coles question, she would not lie. “I became a …a bit afraid…the time. I was not allowed a watch.” There was another pause “I am sorry master my fingers …or rather my nails I bit them…” Her hands went back to the chain which she almost caressed, “Then I remembered.” Beth closed her eyes, “ Then I remembered that you would come back when you said….I finished my work master and did a little more…” <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>16-02-2010, 03:05:39</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike smiled to her as he stepped in, took his key, and unlocked the chain.&nbsp; "It's good that you remembered, Beth.&nbsp; Sometimes, I may go, and not know exactly when I'm coming back though.&nbsp; Time has no real meaning Beth, unless you have an appointment of some kind, which I'll always be certain you won't miss.&nbsp; But you can always be assured, that your Master isn't planning on deserting you, or doing something to make you unhealthy."<br><br>His eyes moved to her fingernails, "You shouldn't bite those, though, " he told her, "make sure you put a little salve on before bed."&nbsp; He finished detaching, and putting away the chain.&nbsp; He left the desk where it was, though.&nbsp; There was no need, at this point, to recover the hitching ring.<br><br>He bent down then, and gave her a kiss on the forehead, and stroked her hair gently.&nbsp; "Go and make us some supper," he told her.&nbsp; "There's groceries on the counter you can put away also.&nbsp; After we eat," he paused and smiled, "we'll have another 'lesson' before bed."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>16-02-2010, 09:52:09</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth bit her up and nodded of course she understood that he would come back, that he would not leave her of course the girl knew this was different and she trusted the man completely. Yet it had to be said there were some old habits that were hard to break. Watching the time had been another means of survival for her, she the girl had found many ways to manage it even without a watch. Looking at her fingers Beth blushed a little and nodded once more at her masters instructions. “Thank you master.”<br><br>The girl picked up her books and went downstairs and started putting everything away as she had been told to. Once everything was put away she started to cook. This time she tried making some stuffed peppers; again she did well following the recipe and made another tasty meal when everything was prepared and she had cleared up the dishes she had used for cooking. She also tried her hand at another fruit dish.<br><br>Once everything was ready and the table was laid Beth went to find her master. She was quite in her search listening carefully for him. Once found the girl knelt in front of him bowing her head. As always she would not speak until she was spoken to.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>16-02-2010, 15:27:10</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He had to admit, the girl was becoming quite good with the cooking.&nbsp; "It smells wonderful," he told her as he stroked her cheek with his hand, and made his way to the kitchen.<br><br>He took her medicine, and poured some into the measuring cup, placing it next to her drink at the table.&nbsp; As expected, what she'd prepared was quite good, and he a point to tell her so.<br><br>"I've always believed that supper together was important, " he told her.&nbsp; "It gives us a chance to relax, to talk.&nbsp; You did well today, while I was gone, though it looks like you were a little insecure.&nbsp; You need to remember that whatever used to happen, isn't the way it will be now.&nbsp; You do me a little disservice when you connect something happening here, with something that happened in your old home."&nbsp; He smiled though, making it a point to know he wasn't upset.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>16-02-2010, 15:50:41</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth was more than pleased that her master was enjoying her cooking; she liked to please him and had remembered with Doctor Cole it was not about violence and sex, or rather sex was only a part of it. Still when he said she did him a disservice with her panic the girls head bowed and she flushed again. She took a gulp of water to wash down her food and keep it down. Even if the man did not appear angry.<br><br>“Sir I did not…not mean to…I know that it is different…I really do” Beth’s voice faltered a little. “It’s like a …like a rat gnawing at …at the back of my head …I…I cant remember all of it but…but …”The girls breathing became a little faster, “I trust you master, its …its…I cant explain.” Beth took a little more water and her medicine and then took a little more of her food.<br><br>She had no wish to upset Mike it was not the punishment as much as his disappointment.. Beth filled herself and Doctor Cole another glass of water.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>16-02-2010, 16:15:32</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He watched her become agitated and put his hand over hers, giving it a squeeze...&nbsp; "It's OK, it's OK... really.&nbsp; Don't worry about it.&nbsp; Just next time you feel yourself getting panicky about something like that, remember where you are, and who your Master is.&nbsp; Remind yourself that you won't be punished without an awfully good reason.&nbsp; Your old Master punished you simply for his pleasure - I don't do that.&nbsp; The days of black eyes and broken ribs are gone."<br><br>He smiled as he quickly finished his supper, clearly enjoying each bite of the tasty &amp; well prepared food.<br><br>"You're starting to look a bit more healthy, " he told her, quickly changing the subject.&nbsp; "How do you feel?&nbsp; Is your stomach behaving a bit better now?&nbsp; I'd really like to have you to normal portions and off the medicine within another week.&nbsp; Do you think that's possible?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>16-02-2010, 16:40:01</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<br>Beth took longer with her meal though did try to eat as much as she was able which was not a great deal yet it was more than yesterday. She was also not drinking as much water as before. “”I will do my best master.” Her eyes briefly looked up at Doctor Cole as she said it. “It still hurts sometimes, and sometimes I still want to be …I want to vomit sometimes, but it is better.”&nbsp; The girl was going to try very hard to look right and be healthy. As well as that Beth had no wish to go to the Doctors…<br><br>She shuddered slightly thinking of it.<br><br>However Beth knew that her master would not allow anyone to hurt her so she stopped and then swallowed. “Master I have found some other meals too cook for you, would you like me to …too start preparing breakfast …and at the weekend lunch?”<br><br>When they had both finished waited until, she had the nod and then she cleared the table and loaded the dishwasher and cleaned up the kitchen. As was appropriate.<br><br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>16-02-2010, 17:09:55</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike grinned.&nbsp; That the girl was enthusiastic about cooking was a very good sign, and she was honestly working to get healthy.<br><br>"I'll continue to make breakfast on the weekdays when there's school," he told her.&nbsp; "I want you focused on that, not on the kitchen.&nbsp; But when there's no school, then yes, you'll be responsible for all the meals those days.&nbsp; But I want you to think about something for just a minute while you're clearing up."&nbsp; He stroked his chin for a moment, then continued.&nbsp; "When you feel nauseous, and want to vomit, do you think it's physical, or still a response to something," he tapped his forehead then, "up here?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>16-02-2010, 17:23:57</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth’s eyes looked into her masters as he tapped her head. He saw her thinking about it even as he spoke, it was a difficult answer, one she had never considered. All the girl had ever remembered for a long time was the pain of food, and worse still the pain of having her belly filled with seaman or rather the thought of it. For sometimes there were times when there was little else in her stomach<br><br>More images quickly flashed in her head and Beth as she cleaned she shuddered at the things she had done to survive, yet the point was this was different, Mike was not like these men…<br><br>The girl still tried to concentrate on the question as she cleaned, and indeed her mind worked a little out though her physical cleaning was certainly more effective. As before once it was finished Beth returned to her master and knelt before him, her eyes downward. Her hair was long and self and though still plaited and tidy it looked healthier now without the colors in it. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>16-02-2010, 17:37:16</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He smiled to his girl, reaching down again to caress her cheek, and run his fingers in her hair.<br><br>"Now, " he told her with a smile, "let's see if we can avoid a repeat from last night, hmm?"&nbsp; He reached into his pocket, and handed her the key to his bedroom.&nbsp; "Go upstairs, and draw a very warm bath in the roman tub.&nbsp; Hot enough to steam, and be uncomfortable when you first put your hand in.&nbsp; It takes about a half hour to fill that tub up to the level of the overflow drain.&nbsp; When that's done, come back down and find me.&nbsp; I'll be in the den, just taking care of a few last items of paperwork."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>16-02-2010, 17:46:53</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth looked up and folded a little into the caress and she nodded, saying nothing. She would not make the same mistake again, she had learned her lesson also her other personal lesson was that her master would not hold her under the water until it went black. So she swallowed and left the room. Beth actually made another polite bow of her head before leaving he room.<br><br>This time the girl followed the instructions to the letter she checked the temperature and the amount of water she remembered all her instructions everything would be as perfect as she could manage.<br><br>Once Beth had calmed herself about the bath and remembered her master was good and that she loved and trusted him. After everything was just so as was asked and only then did the girl return to her master in his den, she kneeled with her head down and the key in an outstretched hand. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>16-02-2010, 20:30:42</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike listened to the water running upstairs as he finished writing some checks, putting them into envelops and addressing the fronts.&nbsp; When Beth returned, he took his key, then stood.&nbsp; "Come," he told her, and returned upstairs, leading her back into his bedroom.&nbsp; The steam rising from the tub was inviting, but it was likely still a bit too hot.&nbsp; He'd had her draw it that way, as he expected it to cool a bit before he was ready to use it.<br><br>He walked her to the center of the room and positioned her standing then stepped back a moment, smiled, and pulled the sleeves of the house-dress over her shoulders.&nbsp; He gave it a slight tug, and the still slightly oversized dress fell easily to the floor.&nbsp; He smiled at her naked form, the collar standing out from her pulled-back hair.&nbsp; After a moment, he spoke to her again, "The tub," he told her, "is not for washing in - ever.&nbsp; We use it only when we're clean."<br><br>He pointed to the large shower on the far side of the bathroom.&nbsp; "Start the water, make it comfortable, then come here and undress your Master."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>16-02-2010, 23:58:22</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth still looked a little nervous; there was still occasionally a feral look in her eyes and her features, though it was becoming less apparent. Yes she trusted her master but still there was that gnawing at the back of her head when she saw the tub. However there was trust that was battling with it, trust love and respect. The girl took a number of breaths but said nothing. She did nod though and followed her maters instructions. Again Beth followed them carefully.<br><br>When the water in the shower was comfortable Beth returned to her master and more than a little shyly and tentatively she began to undress him. Her fingers were nimble and her touch soft. Beth closed her eyes yet still it seemed her fingers performed the job extremely well. <br><br>By the time Beth had released Doctor Cole from his trousers and his underwear she was kneeling in front of him. The girl remembered what he had said about it being a privilege to touch his manhood or even look at it and thus she had been very careful. Beth wanted to please her master. There was a slight tension over her shoulders as she knelt there. After all this again was something very new. Another thing Beth remembered though was that her master had promised nothing bad would happen here yes still the unknown still brought some apprihension. His scent however caught in her nostrils and she found pleasure there, a soft sigh escaped Beth’s slightly parted lips, it was a beautiful sound, almost melodic.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>17-02-2010, 03:41:27</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He stood quietly as her fingers undid buttons and zippers, watched Beth as her expressions flowed through just about every emotion in the book.&nbsp; She was nervous, yet overly fearful.&nbsp; It was the first time he'd let her see him naked, and he gave her a little time.&nbsp; He had always taken time to keep fit and healthy, but on the whole, she was looking at someone wholly average.&nbsp; Someone wholly average with a bit of an erection, of course.<br><br>He smiled as she knelt before him, and he put his hand down, taking hold of hers.&nbsp; He brought her to standing, and lead her by the hand to the shower and stepped inside, bringing her with him, and closed the door.&nbsp; He let the warm water flow over him and sighed, then traded places with her.<br><br>Gently, and with loving care, he shampooed and conditioned her hair.&nbsp; Using a scented soap and cloth, he washed her.&nbsp; He worked slowly - enjoying her body as he cleaned every bit of it, from her ears down to her toes.&nbsp; He kissed her as he did, different parts of her.&nbsp; The steam of the shower was relaxing and he did everything he could to let his movements be slow, and calming.&nbsp; Using a handheld, he rinsed off the soap.<br><br>When he was finished, he smiled, handed her the cloth and traded places with her again, and bent down a bit so that she could reach his hair...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>17-02-2010, 08:42:53</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				At first Beth appeared to be a little tense, apprehensive, though her hand went to her collar and she relaxed a little more. The warm water too and Doctor Coles slow and gentle caresses over her body too aided the process too. Her eyes were closed most of the time. Between his kisses Mike could hear the occasional small noises slip from her mouth. Her breathing was even though it was obvious that she was becoming aroused. She had never experienced anything like this before.<br><br>“Thank you master she said quietly and then Beth took the cloth and first she washed her master’s hair, her hands were certainly delicate and her touch was gentle and loving. Still like her kisses had been she was a little tentative yet after a little time the girl began to relax again as she caressed and soaped the mans body cleaning him as he had her. Her hands were agile and smooth, and she felt so privileged to be allowed to do this for her master. This was the first time that she had ever enjoyed a mans body, it was the first time there was no fear, there was a sensation in her belly but it was not one where she wanted to vomit, it was one of warm butterflies.<br><br>“I love you master.” She whispered quietly after she has cleansed him. Returning to her knees when she was finished his naked erection did not cause her revulsion or fear. No it stirred&nbsp; the opposite within her. All Beth wanted was to see her master pleased with what she had done.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>17-02-2010, 12:15:01</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike let her take things at her own pace - he could tell she was always so worried about how she was doing things.&nbsp; He'd told her many times, that he knew she was learning, but in the past she must have been brutally punished for even the slightest thing - regardless if she'd been told how to do something or not.&nbsp; But he didn't say anything, he just let her gain confidence as she went along.&nbsp; He closed his eyes, and enjoyed the sensations.&nbsp; <br><br>This was the first time she was touching him the way he'd touched her.&nbsp; It had been his hope that paying attention to her body as much as he had, would serve to show her how he expected her to touch him in return - and it had worked.&nbsp; By the time she was done, he was just about as relaxed as he could possibly be.<br><br>He looked down at her, naked and wet in the shower steam, and felt his erection harden even more.&nbsp; Her quiet words brought a smile to his face.&nbsp; As the water poured down over him, he leaned back against the now warm tile wall.&nbsp; "If you are ready, my Slave, then demonstrate your love for your Master.&nbsp; You may service me."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>17-02-2010, 13:24:56</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth has been in this position many times before, kneeing in front of a man who wanted her mouth and hands about him, yet this was not like before it was very different indeed. The first difference was that she wanted to do this. Also that she wanted to do it right and not just quickly. The girl took a breath still enjoying the sensation of the warm water. “Thank you master,” She said again as she licked her lips getting herself prepared for this moment. <br><br>First he fingers found his cock, and she let out a quiet noise feeling how hardened he had become, she eased forward just a little and started to roll her tongue slowly over his balls just before taking then in her mouth one at a time. Her hands traced his veins. It was obvious that she was no stranger to this yet this time her soft noises and her gentle&nbsp; yet slightly erratic breath made it obvious she wanted it. Indeed Beth was still nervous but Doctor Cole had made this something she perhaps could do and please him with.<br><br>She then licked and nibbled still perhaps a little apprehensively up his length before Beth finally&nbsp; after another breath parted her lips and took her master inside. Another quiet moan passed over him and she took him deeper sucking as she did, indeed the girl gagged a little though recovered soon. Her tongue worked about him as her hands stroked and massaged his balls. <br><br>Before this Beth had always closed her eyes, but this time she did open them and watched him, making sure that he was pleased.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>17-02-2010, 15:25:26</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				This was an important step, and he tried to keep that in mind - although it was difficult to keep much of anything in mind at the moment.&nbsp; He'd chosen the shower for this, because he needed to reinforce to her, that what she was doing was not dirty.&nbsp; He wanted her to take pleasure in satisfying him, so he hoped the steamy cleanliness of the shower would help.<br><br>He let out a long sigh as she took his cock into her mouth, and sensed her gag.&nbsp; He reached down, stroking her hair with one hand, and using the other for balance, "That's good," he told her.&nbsp; "Relax, take a little more each time.."<br><br>She'd done this many times, it was evident - although, he doubted it was in as pleasant a setting as this.&nbsp; To be honest, he wasn't entirely sure she'd be able to go through with it and was fearful that she'd balk right at the beginning.&nbsp; He also wasn't entirely certain how she was going to respond when he came, but she needed to accept that too if she was to be his Slave.<br><br>He guided her gently, choosing to take the passive role as she worked.&nbsp; It felt wonderful.&nbsp; It was always nice when his cock was in a woman's mouth, but it was especially intoxicating because it was the mouth of his Slave.&nbsp; The sight of her kneeling at his feet added to the experience, as did her youthfulness.&nbsp; He'd never had someone as young, or as dedicated.&nbsp; He'd played the slave/master game many times over, but it was a different feeling when it wasn't just a game, and he reviled in it.<br><br>He whispered to her, encouraging words, and she could hear his breathing - deep yet erratic - as she continued...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>17-02-2010, 15:56:15</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth was relaxing more as her master stroked her hair and talked kindly too her, telling her it was good and she was pleasing him. He was not degrading her and her body and his were clean. He was not calling her vile names and speaking to her like she was filth. It felt good and she wanted this. She was indeed young and had been forced to look yet younger for someone else’s pleasure.<br><br>As Doctor Coles hand continued stroking her hair, her breath increased speed as did her heart beat. She could sense the pleasure he was feeling and then made her more inclined to take him yet deeper, without gagging this time. For he was not forcing himself in, he was allowing her breath.<br><br>Yes Beth indeed took him deeper this time without gagging as her hands continued their work upon him. The girl was expecting him to cum in her mouth in fact she wanted him to for she was his slave. Her tongue was as agile as her fingers and occasionally Beth released Mike from her mouth so she might pleasure his head before returning his cock deeper to her mouth. her one hand still continued on his balls as her other eased him in as far as she was able and the with a long swallow further. <br><br>When he was fully into her mouth Beth then began to try to pleasure her master yet further. His breathing she was giving him pleasure. Instead of watching the man now, Beth just worked upon his pleasure.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>17-02-2010, 16:15:37</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Things had reached the point where his cognitive thinking was beginning to go and her movements and signals indicated to him that she wasn't distressed, so he relaxed completely.&nbsp; Her practiced hands and mouth were magical, and it wasn't long before she had him at the edge.&nbsp; He imagined how it would be when he finally entered her pussy - that two, would be a special occasion - and one he would savor when it came.&nbsp; <br><br>The urge though, to pull away from her mouth, flip her over, and enter her right then and there was strong - but instead of acting on it, he let the thought of it take him even further... at the moment, she wasn't in restraints and he knew, without doubt, that when he did finally take her virginity, she would be.<br><br>His breathing reached it's peak, and when he knew he couldn't hold back any longer, he reached down and took the back of her head in his hands, holding her against him as he exploded.&nbsp; All thoughts of how she'd react had disappeared in this primal state, and what was left was the fantastic sensation of climaxing into his slave's mouth.&nbsp; It lasted that long/short eternity - where everything vanished in the world except for the sensation... his orgasm, her mouth on his cock, the touch of her hands, and the image of her body kneeling at his feet... all blended together in one extended, repeated spasm.<br><br>When it was done, he breathed deeply and released her head, running fingers in her hair as he arched his back a bit... his eyes went down then, suddenly aware, and needing to assess the condition of his girl...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>17-02-2010, 17:09:20</strong>
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				Beth had experienced men in her mouth many times and experienced a number of different men, but none had been like this, or at least not that she remembered. The girl was aware when he was about to release and prepared herself knowing he would want her to swallow, this time she wanted to swallow. As her master’s hands clutched her head the girl was ready already she had let him into her throat and she was ready now to taste him to fill her belly with his seed. <br><br>The girl could feel his passion and his pleasure but that was not the end, Beth swallowed and swallowed hard drinking her master dry, and still continuing. Even after he was growing limp the girl let her fingers continue too pleasure Doctor Cole and her mouth still cleaned, lapping up every last drop. She did not gag partly because she had learned not to but the other reason was the very different situation. <br><br>Finally Beth released her master’s cock from her mouth and placed her hands by her side. Her head was bowed again and she thanked her master once more. This had been a very different experience for her. And she too had felt pleasure from it. <br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>18-02-2010, 00:08:36</strong>
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				As he worked to catch his breath, he was relieved to find Beth had managed this ok.&nbsp; He was worried that tasting his cum, or swallowing it, would awaken yet more bad memories.&nbsp; Perhaps it had, and she was dealing with things better.&nbsp; Maybe the situation in which he'd introduced her to this facet of her new life had helped.&nbsp; Either way, he was somewhat relieved (in more ways than one).<br><br>He drew her to her feet, and kissed her.&nbsp; He hoped his bright smile was all that was needed to project his glowing approval.&nbsp; And with that he turned off the water, stepped carefully from the shower leading her by the hand, and made his way the few steps to the tub.&nbsp; By now, the water had cooled a bit, and although still steaming, it was no longer painful to enter.&nbsp; He stepped in, sighed, and sunk down into the warm water up to his neck.<br><br>The huge roman tub was something that he'd wanted for years, and when it came time to finally construct the master suite, he'd insisted on one.&nbsp; It could easily hold four people, and it was deeper than most.&nbsp; It had whirlpool jets as well, but he usually left them off unless he was tending to a muscle injury, or other stiffness.&nbsp; Today, it was for relaxing, and heat, so they were off.&nbsp; Besides, without all the churning, it would be easier for him to see his girl's body - something he rather enjoyed looking at.<br><br>"Come," he told her, and gestured.&nbsp; "Join me.&nbsp; You've done so wonderfully, you've more than earned a place here in the tub with me."&nbsp; Smiling, he added, "And you got the water temperature just right."<br><br>He opened his arms, welcoming her to sit against him...
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>18-02-2010, 09:32:23</strong>
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				Beth had also been surprised with herself in that she had managed to do this and actually had wanted to do it. The girl had enjoyed it, though perhaps her apprehension had been more that she would not provide him with enough pleasure or that she might do something wrong. However his reaction was certainly the opposite of that. His smile told her everything she needed to know. Beth smiled back and enjoyed the mans kiss.<br><br>The girl looked towards the tub, she had been nervous about it but she knew he would not hurt her in this room, and in fact he would not cause her any harm. This had been promised. Her new master she knew only had her best interests at heart.<br><br>When Doctor Cole asked Beth to join him she smiled and stepped in carefully, it indeed felt good in the steaming water, and she like her master let out a quiet sigh and she folded into his body with another soft sigh. Her breathing was slow and even and the girl felt comfortable and safe.<br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>18-02-2010, 13:37:41</strong>
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				Mike folded his arms around her, and pulled her back to his chest.&nbsp; He sighed once again.&nbsp; It felt good holding his girl this way, his hands absently roaming a bit.&nbsp; She smelled nice - clean.&nbsp; The bruises, cuts, and sores from the piercings had almost completely faded - and it was clear she was putting on a bit of weight.&nbsp; She was still too thin, but the ghostly undernourished look was starting to fade.<br><br>He ran his fingers in her hair again, straightening it, and playing with it a bit as the warm steaming water relaxed them both.<br><br>After a time, he breached the subject of the water, "I could see that the tub made you uncomfortable at first - you told me that your former Master frequently would almost drown you.&nbsp; You needn't worry about that - its a form of punishment I wouldn't employ myself... much too violent I think, and uncontrolled.&nbsp; They might not have cared if they'd lost you, but I certainly do."<br><br>He kissed her neck then, just above the collar.<br><br>"We can talk about anything you like," he told her, "or we can just sit quietly and enjoy the bath until the water cools."&nbsp; He kissed the back of her ear, and gave it a little playful lick.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>18-02-2010, 14:54:19</strong>
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				Beth leaned back into her master’s arms and relished his touch along with the warmth of the water, water that did not frighten her as much. She enjoyed the sensation and feeling of embraced in such a manner. Those soft noses passed from her lips as always, they were gentle and warm. She shuddered a little at his lick, but it was not from fear.<br><br>“Thank you master… Even more thank you for letting me…tonight.” There was a pause, and Beth relaxed a little more and tried to move in closer. “I remember things master, they started early…the drowning…and a pillow over my face. It was…was my mother…I think my father stopped her or somebody did.” There was a slight tension and then it stopped.<br><br>“The other thing about Louanne I really didn’t want her to die, I…she knew what was happening too me and said she would tell the team…if I didn’t get her …her the pills…she did pay me…I am pleased you found me master...”<br><br>Her slight body was smooth and so clean and her hair looked far more attractive without the colours that had sometimes been in it. Her fingers then found Doctor Coles hands and she began to caress his fingers with her own long and delicate ones. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>18-02-2010, 15:34:58</strong>
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				Mike nodded... "I know you didn't mean for what happened.&nbsp; Have you ever stopped to think that if she HAD told the team, that it might have been good for you in the long run?&nbsp; Don't you think someone would have had the strength of character to stand up and intervene?&nbsp; Sometimes, people put on a different face in school - it goes both ways - they make themselves look better, or badder, than they really are..."<br><br>He trailed off.. closed his eyes, and leaned his head back - enjoying the feel of her weight on his chest.&nbsp; Her fingertips were entwined with his and enjoyed that.<br><br>After a time, he cocked his head, a question popping in, "Beth, I know it's in the paperwork I have downstairs, but, how long until your birthday?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>18-02-2010, 16:25:46</strong>
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				“You are right master,” Beth said quietly as her long fingers still toyed with his, her touch even upon his hands was sensual even if she did not realise it. At one point she kissed his fingers too. “But I …I saw what happened when others found out…before. When I told before like you know…” there was a pause and a slight stiffening of her body though in the warm water and in Mike’s arms there was some relaxation&nbsp; “One think I know is that I stopped her father…it was her name he said…” <br><br>Beth was quiet for a short while as her mind settled a little, the man did not see her frown, as he asked the other question, “Soon maybe,” She liked to forget birthdays, they tended to be worse than more normal days. “Is…is it important?” Her mind then remembered the calendar, the time and date on the computer that she had seen today. She also remembered other things about birthdays and ‘special presents’. “Really its…it’s just another day.”&nbsp; The girl was quiet then for a while. <br><br>Still caressing Doctor Coles hands Beth bit her lip again. “Its soon…sometimes Birthdays lasted longer than one day…” Not for my brother …ever, I know his birthday …” He had always been the important one though the girl had learned to stop resenting him she had enough enemies and it was not his falt.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>18-02-2010, 16:51:34</strong>
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				Mike continued to hold her, taking a moment to wrap his legs around hers, then his arms from inside, to outside.&nbsp; The resulting position was like restraining her to a degree - it held her in position firmly, yet more like a hug.<br><br>"Birthdays are NOT just a day, they're a celebration.&nbsp; Maybe not for you in the past, but it should be in the future.&nbsp; And last week, when you locked my collar on your neck - that date also, I want you to remember.&nbsp; So you have two celebrations a year - your 'birth' day, and your 'slave' day."<br><br>He paused a moment, kissing the back of her neck, then continued.&nbsp; "I know your old master had planned to take you on that day, and that you were afraid of that.&nbsp; It will be me who will penetrate you for the first time though, not him.&nbsp; My cock will be inside you, not his.&nbsp; Are you still afraid?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>18-02-2010, 17:23:16</strong>
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				She was calm again at least calmer, but her eyes were closed once more and she concentrated on the scents of the room and on her masters voice as well as his kisses. “My…my slave day is…is a good celebration…I am glad I am here.” She then spoke that date Beth wanted to remember that one, which was so important to her. The girl loved the feel of his body against her hers and she let out a few short gasps.<br><br>Her mind also returned to her fears, and Doctor could felt the way her body tensed for a moment and then calmed gain in his hold. “I …I want it to be you…I am not afraid, I… I love your cock master. Please…how much will it hurt…I would like it inside me however much it hurts.”<br><br>Beth wondered if her master would restrain her, she loved it when he did that to her. “I don’t know if I will be able to please you like that I …well …I have never done it before.” It was not that she did not know how to or what to do, rather she was worried about making a mistake. There was another tension in her thin body as Beth spoke again, "Please make sure Mr...Mr Jordan does not know..."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>19-02-2010, 02:06:14</strong>
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				Mike gave her a squeeze, the position he had her in made that feel a bit more solid than the average squeeze, but certainly not uncomfortable.&nbsp; "Casey has no business knowing about anything we do.&nbsp; Just as I expect you to keep what happens here, here - I plan to do the same."<br><br>He nibbled the back of her ear again, then addressed her earlier concern.&nbsp; "It hurts the first time, Beth.&nbsp; After that, most women find it quite pleasurable.&nbsp; Think of what you've already experienced, and then add to it.&nbsp; And don't worry about your ability to perform - I'm well aware it will be your first time, and I'll train you to do the things I particularly like.&nbsp; You'll probably find instinct will take over - it's a very natural thing you know..."<br><br>He smiled then, and slid towards the center of the tub, taking her with him.&nbsp; He released her from his hold, and guided her to the side, "Go around back of me now,&nbsp; I want you to rub my shoulder and back - let's see how you are at massage.&nbsp; Pay special attention to the lower left of my back."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>19-02-2010, 09:57:56</strong>
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				Beth enjoyed Doctor Cole’s almost playful behavior as he nipped her ear and squeezed her, this was yet another side to him that the girl had not been aware of, she was learning a good deal about the man, and it only made her feelings for him yet stronger. She indeed felt so much for him, there were so many emotions that washed over her, ones that the girl never believed she would experience.<br><br>“I will do my best master,” The girl then stretched and clenched her fingers a couple of times and began with Mikes shoulders; she enjoyed the feel and scent of his skin. Her fingers were as he knew long and agile. As Beth worked on him she appeared less tentative now. Though she was no expert at it, the girl knew the basics or at least had read on them, also her natural talent for giving pleasure appeared to aid her task more than a little. If there were any knots, Beth worked them away firmly but with tenderness.<br><br>Remaining quiet the whole time the girl checked on her masters reactions as much as she was able from the back, though she had learned the hard way how to read others. Beth of course followed Doctor Coles instructions about the lower left of his back and indeed paid more attention there and was more careful in her massage. “Are you hurt there master?” she asked quietly.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>19-02-2010, 14:45:38</strong>
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				He sighed, relaxing easily under his girl's touch.&nbsp; It was ironic that a situation so negative and horrible for her, had caused her to develop the skills to make her an excellent lover.&nbsp; He had little doubt that she' continue to develop wonderfully - she just needed to develop some confidence, and that would come on its own, in time.<br><br>As she worked, he guided her with gentle words.&nbsp; "No, not hurt specifically," he answered her, "just a nagging spot."<br><br>He enjoyed her contact in silence for a while longer - his eyes closed and feeling relaxed, until the water began to cool.&nbsp; "We'd better call an end to this before our skin sluffs off."&nbsp; Standing, he stepped from the tub, and gestured Beth over to one of the many small wall closets.&nbsp; "Towels are in there, help dry me off first, then tend to yourself," he told her. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>19-02-2010, 16:43:48</strong>
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				Beth followed her master from the tub she had barely noticed the water becoming colder over time, as she had been concentrating on the massage all of her focus had been on giving pleasure to Doctor Cole. The girl steeped from the bath after him her long dark hair dripped down her back. She was looking far better since she had been given the opportunity to take care of herself.<br><br>Walking over to the closet that was directed to she took out two towels for her master and as he asked began to carefully aid him to dry, as always her touch was delicate and tender. Only when Beth was sure that he was satisfied did the girl dry herself before folding the towels and then kneeling in front of the man, naked with her head bowed.<br><br>She thanked her master quietly and then said no more waiting for her further instructions. Her hair was still damp but not dripping as it had been before.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>19-02-2010, 18:05:05</strong>
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				He smiled.&nbsp; "You did well tonight Beth.&nbsp; I'm pleased.&nbsp; Unfortunately, we can't keep you out of classes indefinitely, so tonight's a school night.&nbsp; I want you to give this tub a quick wash-down then get yourself ready for bed and come find me."<br><br>While she was attending to the last tasks of the evening, Mike went downstairs into the basement to retrieve a few items.&nbsp; Though he was done with her for the night, he wanted to adjust a few things at her bedtime.&nbsp; It hadn't gone unnoticed to him, that she clearly <em>liked</em> being restrained, so he decided that he might add a few items and see how she responded.&nbsp; Once he had what he needed, he placed them into into a box, and brought them upstairs.&nbsp; <br><br>She was still not in her bedroom, so he placed the box in the drawer with the rest of her "bedtime things" and relocked it, then went back down to the study to read until she was done.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>19-02-2010, 18:30:17</strong>
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				Beth did do exactly as she was asked and made sure that the tub was immaculate and that the towels were placed in the laundry chute, after just making sure everything was tidy in her master’s room from their activities. It felt so good to know that he was pleased with her, and that he noticed her in a positive way. The girl got herself ready for bed this time she went though the list in her head and made sure it was right.<br><br>Once she had finished Beth still naked with braided hair found her master and settled into her normal position on her knees in front of her master. It felt so good to be there in front of Doctor Cole; of course she was silent until he spoke to her. <br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>20-02-2010, 19:09:26</strong>
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				"Come," he told her, and lead her up to her bedroom.&nbsp; As he unlocked the drawer, he continued, "Tonight, bedtime will be another lesson in itself," he told her.&nbsp; "Some things may seem odd, and others familiar.&nbsp; What I want you to remember is that you are HERE, and not elsewhere should something stir up any unpleasant memories.&nbsp; Regardless of how I restrain you, the little intercom by the bed will always be in reach."<br><br>He gestured her then, to come by him.&nbsp; <br><br>"Face away from me," he told her, "Bend over, and grab your ankles..."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>21-02-2010, 09:01:19</strong>
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				Beth showed absolutely no reluctance to follow Doctor Coles instructions, she did not fear him, the girl trusted him completely, knowing whatever he did would be something she needed to understand. “I’ll remember master,” briefly her hand went to her collar and she stroked it, it reminded her who she was with, and believed even in the dark it would give her that security.<br><br>Indeed the girl turned away from her master and bent over, her body was supple so it was easy for her grab her ankles. Doctor Cole certainly had a most wonderful view of her. Beth waited then for her master.<br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>22-02-2010, 17:38:56</strong>
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				Mike nodded, her quick acceptance of new requests showed both her trust in him, her willingness to embrace new situations, and her improving body image.&nbsp; He took the anal plug from the box, and applied some lubricant.&nbsp; This one was larger than the one he'd used on her previously, though not tremendously so.&nbsp; He'd work her up to larger sizes a little at a time.&nbsp; The one he would use tonight was still rather slim, but he expected it might hurt a bit more going in than the last one.<br><br>He rubbed his palm gently over the small of her back, and her ass-cheeks.&nbsp; She was so slim that it wasn't necessary for him to spread them open at all, with her in this position.&nbsp; Using his free hand, he simply steadied her, and began to gently insert the tip of the plug.&nbsp; He moved it slowly in and out, getting her used to the sensation again, before pushing it once or twice deeper.&nbsp; After a few more times, he finished by pushing the widest part inside, and watched her rosebud close around the shaft.&nbsp; He pressed on the base, and wiggled it a few times with his fingers...
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>22-02-2010, 18:23:11</strong>
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				Beth’s breathing quickened a little as Doctor Cole placed his hand on the small of her back, even now he could feel there was little flesh there, it quickened yet further as her masters hands began to massage her almost non existent buttocks. The girl had no idea what to expect and tried very hard not to be afraid and to keep her trust with Mike.<br><br>It was then Beth felt the cold lubricant pressing against her puckered hole, a small noise passed her lips as it was eased in. It indeed hurt even though it was cold it seemed to burn inside. There was a gasp and then another noise of pain that escaped the girl’s mouth. Her eyes were shut tight. <br><br>This was painful for a while but it became easier as it was eased in, finally after it was in Beth relaxed a little. Remembering she had trust her master Beth tried to relax she had just remembered Mister Jordan telling her that that part of her body was his. However it was not his, it belonged to her master. <br><br>Still it hurt a little though finally Beth relaxed a little more. The girl remained holding her ankles concentration on the plug and remaining calm. In some ways Beth liked it, even more so when he wiggled it a little. Doctor Cole heard the girl gasp again.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>22-02-2010, 19:54:26</strong>
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				"That's my good girl," he told her, as she remained still.&nbsp; He smiled as he heard the slight sound come from her as he nudged the inserted plug.&nbsp; He gently caressed her back again, and ran his hands over her hips.&nbsp; He wiggled the plug once more to confirm it was well positioned, and wouldn't come out on its own.&nbsp; "Stand up now," he told her, using his hands to guide her back into an upright position, and turn towards him.<br><br>He attached the cuffs then, to her wrists, and handed her the other two for her ankles instructing her to put them onto herself.&nbsp; He then removed the other item he'd retrieved from downstairs.&nbsp; Until now, he'd not used a gag on Beth, but it was time for her to experience this.&nbsp; The one he'd chosen was ball trainer.&nbsp; It had a leather strap that went under her chin, around back, and up over the top of her head.&nbsp; The ball was sized for her smaller mouth, but large enough to force it significantly open when inserted.&nbsp; He held it up for her to see.<br><br>"Once this is in, you won't be able to speak.&nbsp; It, and the plug, will remain until morning."&nbsp; He pointed at the night stand, and the little telephone intercom there.&nbsp; "You'll always be able to reach that, regardless of how you're restrained," he reminded her.&nbsp; "But before you get in bed, if there's anything you want to talk about, let's do that now..."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>23-02-2010, 09:47:20</strong>
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				Beth gave another small gasp as Doctor Cole wriggled the slightly large plug, it was a strange sensation and the girl was not wholly sure if it felt good or not, in some ways it did now she was relaxed it was certainly not painful. Also the fact that her master had put it there made it the right thing to do. There were questions the girl wanted to ask Mike about them but it would wait till morning. Tonight she would think about it, mull it over.<br><br>The girl put on the cuffs without even a thought or hesitation however Mike saw Beth tense a little when he brought the gag her eyes widened slightly in panic, it was for a moment though as her hand returned to the collar reminding herself that her master was not doing this to hurt or scare her, this was what he wanted from her. She took a breath and bit her lip. “I’ll wait till…till the morning, thank you master.” She readied herself for it taking another breath. This was extremely hard for her yet she knew it was necessary. Her trust in her master gave Beth the strength to do as he instructed.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>01-03-2010, 16:28:10</strong>
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				Mike nodded, "Very well," then gently worked the ball into her mouth.&nbsp; It took a bit of gentle easing, but it was a good fit.&nbsp; He adjusted the straps and tightened them, taking some time to adjust her hair as he did.&nbsp; The buckles had locks, but those wouldn't be necessary.&nbsp; Once it was in place, he lead her to the bed, and began the process of restraining her.<br><br>He secured her ankles first, to each corner of the bed, then her wrists.&nbsp; This time, he left a little less slack in the chains than he had the last time he'd put her in this position.&nbsp; Leaving the covers off, he placed a pillow under her head, then stepped back to admire her.<br><br>"I'm very pleased with you today, " he told her.&nbsp; "Now, I want you to make sure that plug stays inside you all night.&nbsp; You might be tempted to fidget it loose, but I expect it to stay where it is."<br><br>He kissed her forehead then and brushed his hand over her hair and cheek before leaving the room and bolting the door shut.&nbsp; As he shut the lights to darken the room, he also adjusted the thermostat up a few degrees.&nbsp; She'd be sleeping again without covers, and the last thing Beth needed right now, was a cold.<br><br>He sighed, smiled, and got himself ready for bed.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>01-03-2010, 19:18:44</strong>
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				Beth did not struggle she made a couple of gasping sounds as the ball was eased into her mouth. The girl swallowed hard and struggled to catch her breath, she tried to find a way to breath, it made her panic a little, more than a little even with all the trust she had for her master.&nbsp; Some saliva already dribbled from her mouth. The girl’s eyes remained wide even as the lights went out and the door was locked. Beth was also frightened to move less the plug exit her passage.<br><br>As the night drew on the fear grew, between flickering sleep the terrors came, the darkness and the lack of air, her mouth filled. When it became too much during sleep and vile are horrific dreams Beth woke. Once she was conscious tha fear of keeping the plug in and displeasing her master began to rise. Of course it would stay for like other parts of her anatomy Beth was small, thus it remained. <br><br>In the darkness Beth started to cry which only made the ball more difficult to handle, by now Beth had already swallowed bile and desperate saliva had soaked her neck and chest. <br><br>She had barely moved from the position and lay tense in the bed her eyes wide now watching for the door and waiting for the light trying now to find some air. For many images of horror fed into the darkness. Sleep barely found the girl as she worked through this new lesson.<br><br>Beth started to count poetry in her mind to pass the time, or rather measure the time. The girl wanted to be strong. At least the feel of the collar about her neck aided her to do this. She had to remember what was real and what was not.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>02-03-2010, 15:16:24</strong>
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				Mike slept well, though mindful of the fact that Beth might not be.&nbsp; The lesson really wasn't about keeping the plug in, or being gagged.&nbsp; The lesson was about being able to cope with things.&nbsp; If she were able to sleep, that would be a clear victory - but if not, emotionally stable would be sufficient.&nbsp; The timing of everything was unfortunate though, he thought to himself.&nbsp; If it weren't for school, he could keep her under a 24hr training program, and not have to worry about her performance in classes.&nbsp; If she didn't sleep tonight, she'd have a hard time in classes.<br><br>He woke early again, and made a point to get himself quietly ready before waking Beth.&nbsp; He wanted to make sure that he wasn't trying to catch up with other things when he needed to focus on her.&nbsp; A light breakfast of cold cereal, toast, and fruit was already prepared when he went back upstairs, turned on the lights, and unbolted the door.<br><br>As he saw her there, again, restrained in that spreadeagled position on the bed, he made a mental note to himself that one of these days, when she was more secure, he'd have to take some pictures for a "slave's scrapbook" of sorts...<br><br>"Good morning, my beautiful slave girl," he said, smiling, as he knelt near her feet.&nbsp; He stroked her calf gently as he began to release the restraints...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>02-03-2010, 17:26:50</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth seemed to relax as the light flooded into the dark room, even if she blinked her wide eyes a little too much against it. It was strange for she was both nervous and a little tense, and the night had been another difficult one, yet&nbsp; the fact that his presence calmed her rather than brought fear was something. <br><br>The girl appeared to be coping to a certain degree, though obviously the night had not been an easy one. It appeared to be the gag that had given Beth the greatest discomfort. That said she had not fought against the bonds or anything else, and everything was still in place.<br><br>Touching her body though Mike could feel the tension that still remained in her muscles.&nbsp; He could also see just how closely Beth was concentrating on her breathing that said she was more relaxed than perhaps she might have been only a few days ago. Her pale eyes looked on without fear and that turned to something yet more positive when her master spoke to her. Certainly there was love there. That was so much stronger than anything else.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>08-03-2010, 14:42:44</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He continued to stroke her soothingly as he moved up towards the head of the bed, and released her wrists.&nbsp; He helped her to sit up then, on the edge of the bed.&nbsp; As she was, just slightly tense, still wearing the cuffs and gag, he quickly shut away the desire to cuff her hands behind her back and take her right then and there.&nbsp; But it was more important, in the big picture, to make sure she was all right.&nbsp; It had likely been a hard night for her, and he needed to bring her out of it carefully.&nbsp; So, stuffing his libido back down, he rubbed her back gently and kissed her shoulders.<br><br>He'd debated on which to remove first, the gag or the plug, but decided on the plug because, selfishly, he wanted to hear the noises she made through the gag as he removed the plug.<br><br>His hand moved over her chest and neck then, gently wiping away some of the drool.&nbsp; He let his moist hands run over her breasts, taking a moment to let a finger circle each nipple.&nbsp; "Your Master is proud of you, Beth.&nbsp; I want you to stand in front of me now, facing away, then bend over and hold your ankles, just like you did for me last night..."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>08-03-2010, 15:34:49</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				It was obvious Beth really wanted to relax a little, she tried very hard though her breathing was a little erratic, even more so when her masters hands began to touch her small breasts. His slave was embarrassed about the drool yes was excited by his touch. There were moans that struggled to escape past the gag as Mike caressed her he could feel how her nipples hardened within his fingers and then how her moans became a little faster as it appeared her arousal grew even through the gag and how uncomfortable she had been with it.<br><br>Mikes words calmed her when he told her how pleased he was with her, though his touch had warmed her skin and her more sensitive area’s.<br><br>Beth stood then and followed his instructions as she stood just in front of Doctor Cole and as the night before she bent over and clutched her ankles. There was still a little tension there and many noises tried to force there way through the gag however hard she tried to be quiet.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>08-03-2010, 16:18:20</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike rubbed her back as she bent over, then moved his hands down over her hips and across her behind.&nbsp; He could sense her arousal, which was good.&nbsp; The cuffs already had that effect, and he wanted the gag to have it as well - though that might be a harder thing to achieve.&nbsp; His fingertips found the plug, still securely inserted.&nbsp; "Very good, you've kept it in all night," he told her as he wiggled it gently.<br><br>He spoke softly, as he continued to wiggle and work the plug to relax the sphincter a bit.&nbsp; "I know it was hard for you last night, the first evening you've spent gagged.&nbsp; You did very well."&nbsp; He began to gently pull on the plug, twisting and rotating it as he listened to the sounds that came from under the gag.&nbsp; "It's important for you to understand, that it has nothing to do with keeping you silent, but that you're enduring the discomfort to please your Master."&nbsp; He smiled, squeezed her behind, then gave the plug a final wiggle, and then pulled it slowly from her.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>09-03-2010, 07:55:59</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Further noises struggled past the gag and her breathing slowed a little as Doctor Cole rubbed her back the feel of his hands upon her skin was something she relished, it was something the girl never thought she would enjoy a mans touch upon her body. This man had changed so much in her in the time Beth had been with him. There was a gasp that passed her lips, one of both pleasure and slight shock as her master moved the plug inside her.<br><br>His words and tone was comforting to Beth and brought amore arousal and vibrating moans from her mouth, that along with the way he continued to toy with the plug, she wriggled a little herself still clutching onto her ankles. She moaned which each touch of her body and then as he slid the plug it became a little louder. Even after it was out she remained in the same position. Understanding a little more from the lesson, the truth being there was so much that she would endure for her master.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>09-03-2010, 17:44:10</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike had to remind himself that today was, in fact, a school day - and it wasn't just about Beth, but his job as well.&nbsp; There was nothing he wanted to do more than keep working with her, but he put those thoughts from his mind as he guided her gently upright again.&nbsp; Standing, he unbuckled the training gag and gently worked the ball from her mouth, then turned her to face him as he sat back down on the bed.<br><br>Standing there, in front of him, he studied her.&nbsp; "You're putting on a few pounds Beth - your curves are beginning to show, and that's excellent.&nbsp; Before too much longer you'll go from 'truly delightful' to 'completely irresistible', " he told her with a grin.&nbsp; "Now, I've gotten you up in plenty of time to get ready for school, so we'll have time to talk here, and in the car.&nbsp; You've also got plenty of time to shower, and get yourself into the right mindset."<br><br>He reached forward, stroking her hip with his hand.&nbsp; "I need to know that you're OK after this lesson, and if you want to tell me anything or ask anything you can do that now, or anytime this morning, OK?"&nbsp; His hand grazed from her hip a little over her behind.&nbsp; She could probably see his arousal again through his jeans as he touched her.&nbsp; It made him wonder how long it would take her to realize exactly how much impact she had on him...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>09-03-2010, 18:36:26</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth made a number of gasps as the gag was removed and some gathered saliva spilled from her mouth, she gasped again and then finally swallowed. The girl remembered then it was a school day and knew that she and more importantly her master needed to go to school. Her breathing became easier once her mouth was free from the gag. “I will always be alright …whatever your lessons are master…<br><br>Her master’s compliments made her blush, the girl had never considered herself as anything but ugly yet this man was telling her something that was very much the opposite. Beth would take a shower soon she had to have a moment to ask the questions. The girl was only partially aware of the arousal of her master, and even then she could barely believe it was her that caused it.<br><br>“Master…I…I wanted to ask…I spent some time thinking …last night.” Beth swallowed hard “You know I want to please you…” There was another pause as she slipped to her knees easily. The girl rested her head on her masters lap and tentatively placed a delicate hand close to his arousal. <br><br>“The…the plugs…you put in, can I ask why …” Beth face flushed, “Will… you put you’re your cock in there?” There was a longer pause, “Will you be angry when I bleed…now I am eating… I might bleed …”<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>09-03-2010, 19:17:15</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He smiled, and stroked her hair, enjoying the way she placed her head in his lap.&nbsp; "First, and most important, I won't be angry when you bleed.&nbsp; It's natural, and it's supposed to happen.&nbsp; If for some reason, you don't have a normal period, we'll need to find out why.&nbsp; Keeping you starved all the time wasn't healthy, and that was a symptom of that."<br><br>He bent his head, and kissed her forehead, then&nbsp; continued.&nbsp; "As for the plugs, you know each lesson has more than one purpose.&nbsp; It's not just to train you in how to behave, but it's to train your body as well.&nbsp; The sounds you make, and how your body moves, tells me a lot about what you're feeling," he paused for a moment, then continued, "but before I answer as to why, I want you to describe to me how the plug makes you feel, both when it's inside, and when I move it."<br><br>He let one hand drift to her right breast and began to fondle it gently, while he continued to stoke her hair with the other hand...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>09-03-2010, 23:36:44</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				“How…how I feel…” Beth bit her lip, “It’s so hard to say ….” The girl let out a small noise as she tried to find the words. “It makes me warm both there and between my legs…it makes me excited and …” Even as she thought about it Beth grew both embarrassed and a little flustered. “When you move...move… it inside me it…it…” There was another pause and a quiet sigh, perhaps even as moan of pleasure, “I imagine you inside me…in…and how it would feel…but more …how you would enjoy it.”<br><br>It was her master’s pleasure which indeed was most important to Beth. Her head still rested on his lap and his arousal was apparent. “Master…” The girl took a breath and licked her lips as her hand moved a little closer to his groin. “Please might I…might I be allowed to …to pleasure you.”<br><br>When Mikes hand found her breast her words melted into a soft moan of pleasure just as her nipples hardened at the same time.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>09-03-2010, 23:52:04</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike smiled at her eagerness.&nbsp; "No Beth, not right now," he told her.&nbsp; "I'm not the kind of Master who's interested in 'quickies', and we haven't the time for me to enjoy you as completely as I wish to.&nbsp; But I'm proud of you for asking.&nbsp; I want you to learn about me - to sense my moods and offer what's appropriate without me having to tell you.&nbsp; You're beginning to sense those things, and I'm pleased."<br><br>He took his hand from her breast then, and moved to stroke the back of her ear with that hand, while he continued to run his fingers through her hair.&nbsp; "As for the plug, I think you've answered your own question as to why - I use it to cause exactly those responses, and, in time, I will enjoy you that way."<br><br>He tilted her head up then, to bring her eyes to meet his.&nbsp; "Has anyone done that to you yet?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>10-03-2010, 12:36:37</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth nodded and understood, her master was very different than it had been, she was learning he wanted time, and wanted to enjoy the experience, rather than have some quick fix, or some worthless gratification. It was that which only made the girl love her master more, made her trust him.&nbsp; Of course now Beth would watch Doctor Cole more closely to understand him more completely and know his needs. It was more than just a duty it was something that she wanted to do it was something the girl knew she would relish. “I love you master.” She whispered as he turned her face up to look at his.<br><br>Those pale eyes that connected with his own were so much less feral they had a softness and love to them now and it appeared a lot of the fear had gone. <br><br>“Some tried to master…but ‘he was saving that too…Mister…Jor…he was the one…I think…that was to be the same night… its all confusing... I just know he wanted to make me scream ....and bleed...” Beth took a couple of deep breath and forced back some tears. “I sometimes had to …had to lick men there when my mother did other…and sometimes use my fingers…when…”<br><br>Recounting it was very hard and Beth bowed her head feeling a little like the slut she had been told she was before she had been here.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>10-03-2010, 14:48:41</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He nodded as he listened.&nbsp; "Your Master loves you too Beth, that's why things feel different when I do them to you.&nbsp; There may be some things I expect from you that are similar to what your former master required, but it won't be the same.&nbsp; Try to take each experience as a new one, instead of connecting it to something in your past."<br><br>He stroked her cheek comfortingly as she related the past experiences and struggled with the memories.&nbsp; "When I take your virginity, it will not be with the intent to cause suffering.&nbsp; It's no good to me for a slave to shy away, or be frightened.&nbsp; I don't want a reluctant slave, Beth, I want one who's willing and eager to please me.&nbsp; And you needn't worry about having to put your face where it doesn't belong," he grinned and patted his own behind.&nbsp; "I've no interest in that."<br><br>He rubbed her back for a few moments then.&nbsp; She was coherent, clear, alert, and far from the quivering mess that she was the day before.&nbsp; That was a very good sign - she was starting to handle things better and draw the distinction between what happened here, and what happened before.&nbsp; He moved his hand down then, to gently pat her behind.&nbsp; "Very good Beth, let's make sure we keep on track this morning, and I'm sure you'll have a good day.&nbsp; Get yourself showered and dressed for school, then come downstairs for a light breakfast before we leave."<br><br>He kissed her forehead, making sure she saw the brightness of his smile, then stood and made his way back downstairs.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>10-03-2010, 17:45:17</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth smiled, much of her relaxed as her master spoke to her and explained yet more of their relationship. For this was a relationship and that much the girl was starting to understand, she was not just some cheap fuck to sell on or break when she was broken. In fact if the truth was told he was indeed reassembling that which had been torn apart. <br><br>“Thank you master, thank you for letting me be your slave.” Beth said with a blush and s deep breath. She scuttled off then to the shower cleaning her self properly for sometime. It appeared that the girl still spent a long time in the shower, for indeed she was trying to remove the dirt and the skin from her old life, each day the filth did seem to fade.<br><br>After her shower Beth dressed for school&nbsp; and returned to the kitchen as always she knelt just in front of Doctor Cole with her face to the floor.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>10-03-2010, 18:17:22</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike smiled as she came down the stairs, directing her to the scale.&nbsp; She was beginning to fill the clothes a bit more - from the waif-like girl that had first come to him, it only took a few pounds to make a big difference.&nbsp; He noted her weight on the chart, and directed her to her place at the table, and put down her breakfast, along with her medicine, and they began to enjoy the simple meal.&nbsp; She looked quite good in the school clothes - and with her curves beginning to show, it would only be a mater of time before a boy or two noticed her in a positive way.&nbsp; It would be interesting how she dealt with the attention when it came.<br><br>"You told me how the plugs make you feel," he mentioned.&nbsp; "What I'd also like to know, is how the gag felt.&nbsp; I liked seeing it on you, but I want to know what you were thinking about, and how it made you feel..."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>11-03-2010, 13:16:42</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth considered for a time on the question, of course she was not aware in any way of the change in her body or in how attractive she was becoming why would she. It was unlikely she would cope well with male interest, even with the new confidence that Mike had given her.&nbsp; What she did know was that she loved him and wanted to please him and that would be part of her answer about the gag.<br><br>“Master…the gag scared me at first…I…I felt like I couldn’t breath, and... and I really was frightened.” Of course she did not want to make Doctor Cole angry, and thus she needed to tell the truth, even if it made him angry for the moment. “”I did not…not like it but…got used to it because you wanted me to wear the gag and it pleased you. Does...does that make sense?” Beth bowed her head then. <br><br>It was so very hard for Beth to explain to her master yet she was sure he would understand. Some of it the girl understood for herself. “I know to make you pleased will make me happy and thus …I have to understand, and behave …and please you.”<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>11-03-2010, 14:36:29</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike nodded, "That's good," he told her.&nbsp; "It wasn't supposed to be 'comfortable', it was supposed to be somewhat unpleasant.&nbsp; Knowing you endure it because I want you to, is pleasing to me.&nbsp; It makes perfect sense."&nbsp; He gestured to her medicine, "Don't forget to take that - I'll make up a small dose for you to take with you as well."&nbsp; <br><br>He pondered things for a moment, then decided he needed to bring something up, and based upon her answer to his last question, now seemed as good a time as any.&nbsp; "I know you want to please me, and I know you understand that might be hard from time to time," he paused then, trying to find the right way to phrase things, "This coming Saturday, you'll need to prove that to me again.&nbsp; I know you didn't want to see any doctors, but we're at a point where there's not much choice.&nbsp; It's not an issue about your stomach - we've mostly dealt with that - but..." he paused again, not wanting to distress her, or cause her too much emotional discomfort.&nbsp; "What happened to you in the past - like we said - was water under the bridge.&nbsp; It doesn't matter to me, and with me you started your life all over again.&nbsp; But I need to be sure that those people who hurt you didn't end up hurting you in ways you don't know, or can't feel yet.&nbsp; I need you to see a doctor - you need blood work done, and a thorough exam.&nbsp; It will be a good friend of mine, so he won't mistreat you or do anything inappropriate - that I can promise."<br><br>He reached over the table and put his hand on hers, giving it a squeeze.&nbsp; "I haven't given you any reason not to trust me, so trust me now - I'm not going to take you to anyone who would hurt you, or in any way damage you.&nbsp; You're too valuable for me to let something like that happen.&nbsp; Do you understand?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>11-03-2010, 17:47:35</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth took her medicine and nibbled her breakfast slowly swallowing it down still with plenty of liquid but less than she had drunk before. She nodded and smiled glad that he understood, and yet more pleased that that she in fact had understood the gag. Of course the girl wanted to please her mater, just as he so many times made her happy.<br><br>Her head tilted then as she watched him seeming to plan his words, as she watched his expression very carefully. Of course she trusted him, of course the girl trusted her master though he in turn was able to see her features pale a little when a doctor was mentioned. Many thoughts passed through her mind, and certainly Beth knew that she had to calm herself and clear her mind of the past. Indeed the girl had been trying hard to do that, and this was just yet another hurdle for her to take, for her to get through.<br><br>She did remember the way the other ‘doctors’ had behaved and treated her yet Beth was sure that Doctor Cole would not have friends like that and would not let anyone treat her in that manner. “I understand …I…I think…” She still seemed tense. “I trust you…” There was a little relaxation. “Will you be with me Master?” If Mike was there with her Beth knew she would be able to deal with it. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>12-03-2010, 14:29:11</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike nodded, "Of course I will, though it wouldn't be appropriate for me to be in the same room during an exam - You're old enough to do that alone.&nbsp; You won't be alone with him though, there's always a nurse present."<br><br>He gave her hand another squeeze, then finished off his cereal.&nbsp; "Remember, instead of going to the gym today, you have a piano lesson lined up.&nbsp; Otherwise, just business as usual.&nbsp; If anything happens that you don't know how to handle, just come find me."<br><br>He stood then, and began to clear off the table.&nbsp; "We have a few more minutes before we head out, so if there's anything you want to bring up, now's the time.&nbsp; Otherwise, best you collect your books and work so we can be off."<br><br>Mike smiled, his eyes lingering on here a few moments longer.&nbsp; Dressed in her school clothes, she was just as desirable to him as she was any other way.&nbsp; His brain had brief flash-fantasies of taking her in the school somewhere, but that would never be a good idea - still though, it wasn't out of line to think about such things...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>12-03-2010, 14:56:35</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth replaited her hair and then made sure that she looked smart enough, before clearing the table and filling the dishwasher as was right, the girl also made sure the surfaces were clean. She nodded understanding that everything would have to done properly at the doctors and that her master would not put her in any danger. The fact that even if he was not their but a female nurse was did indeed make her feel safer about seeing the doctor. Stroking her color reminded Beth the difference.<br><br>“Thank you master I appreciate you doing this and thank you for the piano lessons. It will be good to play again.” She spoke with honesty for Beth loved music of all kinds.<br><br>Occasionally the girl caught the way that Doctor Cole looked at her and the way he sometimes responded on more physical levels was still a little strange, though gradually her confidence was growing. For she knew or at least this man did find her attractive. To her it didn’t matter if no one else looked at her that way in fact Beth would rather that no others did, for she belonged to him. <br><br>With that she went to get her books ready for school. As always Beth once was prepared kneeled in front of her master and waited for him to go to the car when and only then would she follow.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>12-03-2010, 23:06:01</strong>
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				He took a moment to stroke her cheek and hair, then locked up the house and the two of them headed off to another school day.&nbsp; In order to give them the needed transition time, Mike didn't touch her in the car, nor did he let his thoughts wander too far from the workday ahead.&nbsp; Despite the difficulty in working through Beth's traumatic past experiences, her training had progressed much further and much faster than he'd have expected.&nbsp; When he had first brought Beth into this situation, he had no idea she'd essentially <em>been</em> a slave already.&nbsp; It would have been much harder to train a girl who hadn't discovered her submissive side yet.&nbsp; And his motivations had changed as well - originally, he was in this to satisfy his own ego, but now... now it wasn't about that at all.&nbsp; <br><br>It was strange, he though, how quickly ones motivations could change and how fast one could get 'attached'.&nbsp; The thought that anyone would touch her but him was unacceptable.&nbsp; He wasn't exactly sure what he'd do if Beth came to him and said that Casey tried something...&nbsp; He hoped it wouldn't come to that, but if it did, life for the two of them might change a great deal.&nbsp; One thing was certain - he wouldn't give her up, not for anyone or any reason.&nbsp; Springtime was in full swing, and the trees were flowering.&nbsp; Time was passing quickly, and it would only be a few months before he'd be thinking of the summer vacation... The thought of having her all to himself was a delight in and of itself.<br><br>As they pulled into the school parking lot, a few minutes early as well, he looked to her in the passenger seat.&nbsp; "Anything I should know before we start the day?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>13-03-2010, 12:23:33</strong>
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				Beth was relatively quite through the journey just like Doctor Cole she had to become a student and not a slave, she had done this before of course, but this was easier on her in many ways. She had to hide so much less now since she had been with her master.<br><br>Occasionally she fiddled with the radio or checked that her books we in place for the most Beth did not speak. The girl like her master had to be ready for the day, and thus did not think about the events that happened at home. It was certainly not that she had not found pleasure there it was just the two had to be separated as other people might not understand.<br><br>Once at school Beth thanked Mike and got out of the car and shook her head, at the present there was not much to discuss, it always seemed harder to talk here. Thus she went to his classroom and worked until the start of her formal lessons.<br><br>The day was not so different from most and the girl threw herself into her lesson, though her most exciting lesson was when she was able to loose herself in the piano, the girl was talented certainly, the fact she had long and agile fingers and was bright made a delightful musician. Though it had been a long time since Beth had played yet the girl had not forgotten it was obvious she had passion for this.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>15-03-2010, 14:41:40</strong>
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				Mike took his morning work period getting the last bit of his lessons prepared.&nbsp; He'd look up occasionally to watch Beth as she studied.&nbsp; It was tough to resist the urge to call her to him.&nbsp; Still, this was something they were both going to have to get used to doing.&nbsp; He put his head down though, and focused on his work.&nbsp; Once the kids started taking his attention, he'd be fine - it was the "in between" thing that was hard.&nbsp; And things did progress as expected - his students occupied his attention and he was even able to keep his brain in place during the class that included Beth.<br><br>At the end of the day, while the students found their way to buses, or practice fields, he began grading papers at his desk while Beth worked.&nbsp; It was if the school day was bookended.&nbsp; Again, he looked up at her from time to time, his eyes flicked to the window first, then the door, and then he gave her a smile.&nbsp; After about a half hour or so, he looked up again.&nbsp; "So, did everything go OK today?&nbsp; Are people still giving you trouble, or are things starting to settle down?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>15-03-2010, 15:31:50</strong>
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				It was more than a little difficult for Beth not to approach her master and kneel at his side; however she was not a fool and was working through the transition. However the girl relished the time at home when she could really show her place as his slave in many way. In a strange way this time aided her…between the two it was her ‘no time.’<br><br>Working hard on her homework and other projects, Beth hardly looked up from her studied for many reasons, on was that the work interested her, another was that she could spend more time with her mater. Yet she would not rush anything and as always it was well done with extra information, after all she spent a good deal of time in the library, thus her homework was always in on time, in fact before time.<br><br>When her master spoke Beth looked up , she blinked and started to carefully put her papers away, as well as her books. “My piano lesson went well Sir, thank you, there has not been too much trouble though Mister Jordan is still not pleased with me I have a note to see the nurse about my not attending his classes.”&nbsp; She blushed a little and bowed her head, “I got the usual name calling … nothing I can’t handle…”<br><br>It felt good to Beth to know that her master was interested that she was alright and that he cared <br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>15-03-2010, 16:45:17</strong>
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				Mike frowned, "Discussions about your health should come through me.&nbsp; I'm your guardian, which gives me that responsibility.&nbsp; Let me have that note - I don't want you going to the nurse without my OK.&nbsp; He's getting involved here, where he has no business being... we both know why, but it's something that needs to be defused."&nbsp; He looked at Beth with a concerned expression, "That's one of the reasons I need you to see a doctor.&nbsp; A doctor's involvement will help to stop all this up front."<br><br>His expression changed then, and he added, "Though I am glad that your piano lesson went well - we'll make sure that continues.&nbsp; I think it's important for you to get involved in things besides book-work, it will help when you make college applications and help keep you well rounded as a person."<br><br>He gathered his things up then, putting the graded papers in his briefcase and getting set to return home.&nbsp; "But bring me that note, I want to see what it says..."<br><br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>15-03-2010, 18:06:25</strong>
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				The not was nothing that Mike might have expected, it had been sent to Beth and the school nurse and likely there had been the same left for him but a little later. So that he would not get it till the morning. It was suggesting the Beth was well enough to attend her Physical education classes, and if she was not the nurse was to become involved, or that he would help with personal classes for her. There was certainly more that claimed the importance of sports, as well as other concerns about her health.<br><br>Beth’s head was bowed knowing not to kneel in school however much instinct told her too. “Thank you master, I was worried that I would be sent to the nurse, now I know I don’t have to go without you.” She was still worried about the doctor but this incident made it more important and she knew her mater would not put her in danger.<br><br>With a smile though Beth added, “I hope I can play the piano for you soon …once I get back up too speed.”<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>15-03-2010, 19:44:28</strong>
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				Mike grinned, "I'd very much like to hear you play.&nbsp; I think you should consider playing for others as well, perhaps taking an active role her at school - maybe concerts and such.&nbsp; Think about it."<br><br>The note in his hand though, caused him to become more considered, and his brow furrowed a bit as he tried to figure out the best way to handle the situation.&nbsp; The "personal classes" comment was a clear indication of a gym teacher being far too interested in a student.&nbsp; It was also completely contrary to Casey's character - he cared more about his own physique than he did anything else.&nbsp; Today was Wednesday, though, and he doubted he could wait until after the upcoming weekend to deal with the note, so the doctor situation was going to have to be accelerated.&nbsp; He frowned, and picked up his cell, dialing it.<br><br>It was good to have friends in certain positions, he thought, and it was not at all difficult to move the appointment to "as soon as you can get there".&nbsp; His eyes looked to Beth... "It appears we'll have to get you checked out sooner than the weekend.&nbsp; We need to make this go away," he told her, waving the note a bit in his hand before putting it into his briefcase.<br><br>As he stood up, he smiled softly.&nbsp; "Don't worry, you'll be fine, OK?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>16-03-2010, 12:27:21</strong>
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				Beth was afraid, she had been preparing herself for the trip to the doctor at the weekend ad speeding up the process made her stomach churn somewhat still with a slight touch of her collar as her reference point the girl remembered that her master would not hurt her and could be trusted.<br><br>Nodding slowly, Beth looked up at Doctor Cole her face was slightly paled now and her body a little tense. Still she was intelligent enough to know that this had to be done. Even more so if it would keep Mister Jordan away from her. The others were less frightening to her after all she did not see them every day as she did with him.<br><br>“I will try to be alright…I…understand Sir…”After taking a breath, Beth finished packing her school bag and stood up. Knowing she had to be brave and knowing this was something necessary the girl prepared herself. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>16-03-2010, 17:09:37</strong>
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				Mike nodded.&nbsp; "Then let's go."&nbsp; He locked his office door, and together, the got into the car.&nbsp; <br><br>Once they'd left school grounds, he placed his hand gently on Beth's knee.&nbsp; "I know you're scared, but I promise that things will be OK.&nbsp; There are a few things you should know, however.&nbsp; No one in the office, including my doctor friend, knows about our situation.&nbsp; They only know that I'm your legal guardian, and that it happened only two weeks ago.&nbsp; Before your exam, I'm going to speak with him privately.&nbsp; I'm going to tell him that it's my belief that you were physically, and possibly sexually, abused before you came into my care.&nbsp; Don't be afraid to show him whatever bruises you still have.&nbsp; Show him your ribs.&nbsp; It's likely that he'll give you a breast and pelvic examination, but the nurse will be in the room for all of that."<br><br>Mike could sense her discomfort as he spoke, and he moved his hand up to her shoulder, and squeezed gently.&nbsp; "He may ask about your collar.&nbsp; Tell him you wear it because you like it, and it's locked because it kept falling off but you have the key at home.&nbsp; He shouldn't have any issue with that, given how you're dressed.&nbsp; If he asks about the scars, you can tell him that they were all piercings that you removed when you came to live with me.&nbsp; You can tell him anything about what happened to you before you came to me, including answering any questions about what you ate, or didn't eat."<br><br>He took his hand back, as they made a turn.&nbsp; "Did I leave anything out?"<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>16-03-2010, 17:43:44</strong>
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				Beth indeed nodded and understood but it didn’t make it that much easier for the girl. However the hand on her knee relaxed her a little her much smaller and paler hand relaxed a just a small amount on top of his.” I should tell him everything about before, about what happened…” she was still nervous at the thought of this other man examining her even though it was for medical reasons, “I understand as well I can’t tell him or the nurse about us.” The girl was aware of that she knew that some people might see it as wrong though she did not for what had happened to her before had indeed been wrong. Yet not that which Beth had with her master.<br><br>“I wish you could be in the room with me master, but I know why you cannot…he wont put drugs in me will he with a needle…” She was quiet then and it seemed the girl was trying to focus on the matter at hand, trying to ready herself for something which was obviously very frightening.<br><br>As well as all the obvious matters Beth was also afraid about telling the doctor what had happened to her before. After all doctors had not been overly helpful in her <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>16-03-2010, 18:47:14</strong>
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				Mike did his best to speak calmly and soothingly to her.&nbsp; "Tell him about what happened if he asks.&nbsp; You don't have to volunteer anything, and you don't have to talk about anything you don't want to talk about.&nbsp; I'll also tell him you're uncomfortable with needles, so I'm sure he'll let me be with you for any of that.&nbsp; That way, you won't have to worry about what he's giving you, ok?"<br><br>He made the turn into the medical complex.&nbsp; It was fairly upscale, and it was clear that doctors who had their offices here were on a fairly high budget.&nbsp; One thing he wouldn't do, is take Beth to see a low-end quack.&nbsp; He wanted the best for her, and he know she'd get it here.&nbsp; He also knew, that a favor or two on his behalf, such as the particular wording of a doctor's letter, wouldn't be questioned.<br><br>He parked, and turned off the engine.&nbsp; Placing his hand on her shoulder, he gave it another squeeze.&nbsp; "It might not be fun, but it'll be OK.&nbsp; I promise."<br><br>They walked together to the now empty waiting room, and sat down.&nbsp; Mike went to the reception window to announce their arrival, and mentioned that he wanted to talk privately first.&nbsp; The nurse recognized him immediately, and went to the back.&nbsp; A few moments later, the door opened.&nbsp; The two men greeted each other by name.<br><br>"Mike, I'm glad you brought her in - I was a little concerned about treating without meeting you know..."<br><br>Mike shook his hand and patted his shoulder, a gesture he was certain that Beth would recognize as one of close friendship.&nbsp; "Thanks Luke, let's talk first though, there's a few things you should know..."<br><br>The two men disappeared behind the doorway, and that left Beth alone in the waiting room.&nbsp; The nurse looked out from behind the window, and smiled to her.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>16-03-2010, 19:01:38</strong>
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				Beth had not really seen Doctor in this environment for sometime, if she had seen any they were ‘friends of <em>him</em> her mothers and…and…and her fathers Beth shook the image from her mind and decided she would deal with this first. She saw the door and looked at it but then placed a finger to her collar and stopped herself from running, though as the clock slowly ticked its passage Beth became more uncomfortable and rather warm yet not warm in a comfortable way. Cluastraphobia was begining to rear its ugly head too.<br><br>The girl was still like a statue, and tense she did not look at the magazines or even get out a book even the nurse barely got a smile. Her eyes were on that clock, the only movement from her was her foot tapping the seconds as Beth recited poetry in her head.<br><br>She just hoped that she would not upset or embarrass her master. She was focused on the matter at hand and was shutting down a good deal of her emotions so she could cope with it. Her attentions went between the door and the clock.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>16-03-2010, 21:04:24</strong>
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				It was about twenty minutes that they spoke, and Mike made clear to his friend what had happened, and a lot of what he believed she'd been through in her mother's home.&nbsp; When they came out together, Mike could see the obvious discomfort on Beth's face, and caught her looking at the door.&nbsp; But she hadn't bolted, and that was good.&nbsp; He stepped out into the waiting area, while "Dr. Luke" stayed in the doorway, holding it open.&nbsp; He was smiling, and had a relaxed demeanor about him.<br><br>Mike sat down next to Beth, and put a hand on her shoulder.&nbsp; "Go on in," he told her.&nbsp; &nbsp;Then looked up to his friend as he spoke, "Nobody's going to put any needles in you without me around, right?"<br><br>The doctor smiled, and nodded.&nbsp; He held out his hand to gesture her inside where the exam rooms were.&nbsp; "Come on young lady," he told her, then gestured to the nurse at the window.&nbsp; "Elaine here will stay with you the whole time, OK?"<br><br>Mike whispered to her, "You can do this, I know you can."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>17-03-2010, 09:55:54</strong>
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				Beth looked up and across as the door opened she shuddered a little even though the doctor appeared to look pleasant enough. She felt her heart beginning to beat faster and a breathing becoming a little erratic. Still her master calmed her a little and there was some consolation that the nurse would be there even though she might have preferred Doctor Cole be there too. Yet Beth knew it was not possible.<br><br>Her master’s confidence in her helped, and so only looking back once she headed towards the open door. She was biting her lip, and Mike could see how tense she was just looking at the way her hands were balled up so tightly.<br><br>She was not able to look the doctor in the eye but kept her head down in a most submissive position. Beth entered the room her stomach was now churning and she felt like she might vomit at any moment.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>17-03-2010, 20:12:45</strong>
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				Luke patted the table, and watched her hop up.&nbsp; Her eyes were downcast, and she looked white as a sheet.&nbsp; Elane came in right after, and closed the door, but left it open just a crack.&nbsp; She walked over to Beth and smiled, patting her shoulder.<br><br>"Mike told me you're not really comfortable with this, so we'll make it as painless and as quick as we can, OK?&nbsp; It's just that I wouldn't feel right about giving you prescriptions or writing letters to your teachers without making sure I'm not hurting you in the process, I'm sure you understand that."<br><br>He hopped up on the counter next to the sink then.&nbsp; "First, I want you to tell me how you feel.&nbsp; I know I wrote a prescription for some medicine for your stomach.&nbsp; Mike said you were getting sick when you ate, and weren't eating nearly enough.&nbsp; Looking at you, I'd say he's right.&nbsp; But I want you to tell me if the medication works for you or not, if you're able to eat more now than before, and if there's anything else that's uncomfortable, or hurts.&nbsp; If there's something you need to talk about that's kind of an uncomfortable topic, just take your time - the only thing I care about is being sure you're healthy, that's it."<br><br>He smiled gently, made a note on his tablet, and listened...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>18-03-2010, 11:38:32</strong>
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				<br>&nbsp;“Thank you Doctor.” Beth said quietly, “I understand.” Her head was still bowed though occasionally her eyes flicked towards the door. “I…I don’t know whether its…it’s the medicine …but I can eat a bit more, but I some…sometimes still feel sick…maybe its…its because I am not so scared living with Doctor Cole, and…and he wants…wants me to eat.”<br><br>The girl started to chew on her fingernails as she “I expect he told…told you about, my mothers …partner.” She swallowed hard feeling somewhat like vomiting at even the thought of him. Taking a little time Beth finally found her voice again, My arm hurts sometimes, and my ribs, and …and sometimes my hip.” There was another pause, “And when I got stabbed…it’s not that bad really.”<br><br>Occasionally she looked up but could not look the doctor in the eye the feral look was beginning to return, she was afraid that he might expect things. Things she could not do.<br><br>“I have not bled yet I was not allowed to.” Her face flushed and seemed brighter somehow because if how pale she had been moments before. Her eyes were shut tight “I am not a slut Doctor…” Beth was close to tears and then she became tense and was silent. She remembered something more but would not say anything …not to anyone but her master.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>18-03-2010, 14:42:20</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				The nurse stepped closer to her, and put her arm around Beth's shoulder and gave her a little squeeze, "Oh you poor thing..."<br><br>Luke's face had a gentle expression as she spoke.&nbsp; "Mike told me that you'd been through a lot - and you don't need to tell me anything you don't want to.&nbsp; I promise we'll keep this as short as we can.&nbsp; Maybe we'll do a more thorough physical in a couple of months when you're more settled in.&nbsp; Let's start with you taking your shoes off, and your top - just the blouse.&nbsp; We're going to get your height and weight, and I'm going to have a look at your arm and ribs."<br><br>The nurse stepped away and started working on a scale that stood in the corner of the small room.<br><br>Keeping his seated position, Luke looked at Beth with an expression of concern.&nbsp; "Where were you stabbed, and what with?&nbsp; Were you treated by a doctor afterwards?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>18-03-2010, 15:31:29</strong>
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				Beth flinched a little and the nurse touched her, she remained tense though tried to calm herself a little. The girl took a couples of stilted breaths and struggled to slow it as she nodded and swallowed again as she started to take off her shoes. There were a couple of scars on her legs, though they looked old, and old scar that looked as if someone had tried to ‘hobble’ her though this did not seem to have worked and they had not got the right place.<br><br>Slowly the girl started to unbutton her blouse and remove it, her eyes occasionally looked towards the crack in the door, wanting her master with her though Beth knew she had to do this for her master. “In my back…it was a long time ago…they had a doctor they knew, but …but he only saw me …when…when…” She clammed up again. <br><br>There was a scar in her back around the kidney area and it looked like a stab would and also it was not entirely well fixed. “I am alright now…” She did feel safe now with her master.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>18-03-2010, 15:46:00</strong>
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				The doctor got to his feet, and moved towards her.&nbsp; His movements were slow, and his hands were at his sides.&nbsp; "I know it's easier said that done," he told her, "but try to relax.&nbsp; I'm going to examine that wound area, and I'm going to feel your ribcage."&nbsp; His eyes went down to her ankles, and it was clear he saw the marks there, but he said nothing.&nbsp; "Just tell me if anything is particularly painful".<br><br>With gloved fingertips, he gently moved the skin around her back, frowning as he did so.&nbsp; He pressed a bit with his fingertips, watching to see how she responded.&nbsp; He noticed the scars that remained from where her piercings had been removed, and his fingertips brushed over one of them gently as well.&nbsp; When he was done, he moved in front of her, and with two hands began pressing gently on her ribs around the bones, moving up slowly.&nbsp; His hands discretely avoided any contact with her breasts or bra.<br><br>The nurse stood near the scale still, watching.&nbsp; Her expression was one of comfort, and concern.<br><br>When he finished, he stepped back, and gestured her towards the nurse.&nbsp; "Let's get your weight and height, then go ahead and put your blouse back on and have a seat and we'll talk about a few things."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>18-03-2010, 16:28:13</strong>
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				Beth flinched even as his gloved hands she let out small noises when the doctor touched more sensitive area’s of her body. Certainly she her ribs had been broken, also they had not been properly set, also the knife would seemed to be uncomfortable still even thought it was old. The pericings or rather the scars were less sensitive than they had been but still somewhat uncomfortable.<br><br>Doctor Luke could see that this girl had been abused physically and possibly sexually, the scars and broken bones were not from childhood accidents, certainly the cigarette burns were not an accident.<br><br>Her weight too was an issue, Beth was still very underweight, and would always likely be this way, both her height and weight were under that which they should be for her age. Her eyes once more returned to the door, she thought of the collar and then calmed a little. All she wanted was to be back with her master. <br><br>The room however and its scent was starting to frighten her. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>18-03-2010, 16:55:27</strong>
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				The doctor shook his head as Beth put her top back on.&nbsp; "Somebody really did a number on you... I can see why Mike was concerned about your health.&nbsp; I'm worried that there might be some liver or kidney damage, and that could be affecting a lot of things.&nbsp; Now I know Mike told me you were afraid of needles, but I want to take some blood, and get a full panel on you.&nbsp; It's too late to do anything about your injuries, other than to keep an eye on them and make sure they continue to heal on their own."&nbsp; He flipped through her medical records, shaking his head as he looked at things.&nbsp; "At least they gave you a tetanus shot for when you 'fell on your back onto a nail' ".<br><br>The nurse was going through some drawers, and was removing and unwrapping a number of vials and other things.&nbsp; "I'm really good at this," the nurse told her with a smile, "I promise you won't feel much of anything.&nbsp; Most people just like to turn their heads away.&nbsp; We'll be done before you know it."<br><br>Luke stood and went towards the door, then stopped. "Did you want Mike here for that, or do you think you'll be OK on your own?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>18-03-2010, 17:41:48</strong>
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				Beth had all but switched off by now, mainly so that she would not just run, or worse than that cry. Her eyes were almost blank and her teeth set so that nothing more than an intake of breath might be heard. She just started to stare at the wall preparing herself. Having someone other than her master touch her was horrible and made her very nervous. The needles were more of an issue…<br><br>“Please can Doctor Cole come in….then she stopped….No…no….I can do this…” Beth became tense again knowing that she wanted to make her master happy, and this was another way for her to show him that she could cope. The girl wanted to make her master proud she also wanted to get through this for herself.<br><br>“Can it be quick…please…” she looked away and swallowed, hoping and trusting it would not leave a taste in her mouth and leave her feeling sleepy and sick…or worse.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>18-03-2010, 17:58:42</strong>
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				The doctor smiled to her.&nbsp; "It won't take long, and Elane's the best - she wasn't kidding you.&nbsp; I'm going to find Mike, and Elane will bring you to us when you're done."&nbsp; He left then, leaving Beth alone with the nurse.<br><br>Elane smile to the girl, taking her arm gently in her left hand.&nbsp; Using her right, she stretched a rubbery ribbon-like band around her arm above the elbow, and tightened it.&nbsp; She spoke softly, and slowly.&nbsp; "Make a fist for me sweetie,", and when Beth did, she used her gloved fingertips to find a vein in the thin arm which she held gently.<br><br>"Some people get uncomfortable when they see blood, so it's OK if you want to look away."&nbsp; Finding her place, she moved her thumb over it to mark the spot, and with her free hand, put a few of the vials into her pocket, and held the needle with the other.&nbsp; "All you're gonna feel is a little prick, nothing more, and it's not going to feel like much anyway, ok?"<br><br>She waited then, watching Beth to make sure everything was OK, and wanting to hear Beth's voice telling her so...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>18-03-2010, 18:21:52</strong>
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				She was quiet for some time as everything was prepared, and as Doctor Luke left the room. Beth knew she had to be strong and had to not be frightened. She owed her master that and still she craved to make him pleased.<br><br>“I will…will be alright …” the girl said not looking at her arm, it was a very thin indeed just like the rest of her though perhaps in time with the right care she would put on some weight. Her eyes remained on the door; though Beth knew her master would not leave her she was still a little fearful. However still she wanted to prove herself...push herself and not be afraid any more.<br><br>Beth really wanted to get home, by now, she knew she had to make dinner, and that was now in her mind as the blood was taken even though she felt a little faint. Still Beth remained conscious though only barely. <br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>18-03-2010, 20:25:33</strong>
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				The entire process took less than a full minute.&nbsp; The nurse had the needle out, the band on her arm was released, and she was holding a cotton ball on the spot where the needle had been.&nbsp; The nurse smiled, and rubbed Beth's back.&nbsp; "There, all done.&nbsp; You just sit there a minute and let me put all this away, then I'll take you into the office."<br><br>She put the vials into an envelope and wrote on it, then threw out all the wrappings she'd assembled through the process.&nbsp; She then opened the door all the way, and stepped outside.&nbsp; "Come on... we'll go see Mike and the doctor.&nbsp; That's all there is today.&nbsp; You did just fantastic."<br><br>The nurse looked to Beth with a bright smile.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>18-03-2010, 20:36:12</strong>
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				Sitting there in this place felt odd, it felt strange to her she had taken in all the scents and already worked out escape routes should she have to use them? Of course she had to trust Doctor Cole and she did, but it did not mean she trusted others… Beth sat for a little while, she felt a little light headed, even though very little blood had been taken. This had been very hard for her, but at east this doctor and not stripped her…and worse.<br><br>She did get up and clutched herself as she walked back towards her master. He could see she was tense and that she was afraid, yet the girl had managed this, she had done this as proof to herself and to Doctor Cole that she was changing.<br><br>Beth felt rather tired now, the stress of the surgery had made her rather sleepy, it would be likely she would sleep on the way home, even though she was still trying in her mind to organize dinner.<br><br>“Thank you…” Beth said to the nurse very quietly. <br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>18-03-2010, 20:59:04</strong>
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				The nurse led her down the hallway, and into another office.&nbsp; The doctor was sitting behind a desk.&nbsp; There were two chairs there - one empty, and one where Mike sat.&nbsp; The doctor smiled, and gestured her to the chair and the nurse stepped out and closed the door behind her.&nbsp; Mike reached out to her, and helped her sit, rubbing her back gently as he did, then sat himself.<br><br>"We were just talking," the doctor was saying, "about your situation.&nbsp; I don't know what happened to you exactly, but whatever it was, you're pretty tough to have gotten through it.&nbsp; The test results should be back in a couple of days, but in the meantime, I want you to keep using the medication I gave you."&nbsp; He held out a sheet of paper and handed it to Mike.&nbsp; "That letter should get you past the school bureaucracy.&nbsp; My contact is on there, and they can call me if they want."<br><br>Mike thanked him, read the letter, then showed it to Beth,<br><hr><strong><br>To whom it may concern,<br><br>Having examined Beth, I have found several troubling conditions that warrant further attention - these I have discussed with her guardian, Dr. Michael Cole.&nbsp; Besides being extremely underweight and malnourished, Beth has sustained additional significant injury which would make it dangerous for her to engage in an exercise program of any kind.&nbsp; She is to be excused from participation in any physical fitness program.&nbsp; <br><br>My examination indicated a condition of continued, and repeated, physical abuse.&nbsp; These injuries are a minimum of three weeks old.&nbsp; There are no signs of any recent injury, which indicates to me that the pattern of said abuse appears to have been broken.&nbsp; Due to the nature of the abuse and injuries, she and her guardian have been advised to refuse any request for examination performed by, or requested by, the BOE or any of its employees or representatives.&nbsp; This advice is to protect Beth from additional abuse on school property.<br><br>My office can be contacted at any time.<br><br>Regards,<br><br>Dr Luke Hanson, MD<br></strong><br><br><hr>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>19-03-2010, 11:16:20</strong>
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				Beth was quiet and she her head remained bowed as she sat next to her master. The girl was obviously still somewhat nervous and tense but less so now this was over and she was back with Doctor Cole. It had not been as bad as she had expected, however Beth was certainly not comfortable. Let letter though brought a half smile to her face, at least this would stop Mister Jordan from trying to get her to do any of his Physical Education lessons. <br><br>Briefly she looked up to the doctor and thanked him, and also thanked the nurse.<br><br>Mikes touch and gentle rubbing of her back calmed her a little further and she thanked him too, some of it for bringing her here and being with her, but there was far more than that, so much more, whatever his reasons, this man had taken her from that and had been good to her, and kept her safe. She let out a soft sigh and closed her eyes; she really wanted nothing more than to get home.<br><br>Beth was aware that she would have to come here again, though hopefully the next time would be easier for her. After all it had been far less frightening in the reality than what had been in her imagination.<br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>19-03-2010, 15:09:52</strong>
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				Mike stood then, and shook the doctor's hand.&nbsp; "I appreciate everything you've done for us."<br><br>The doctor returned his handshake, "My pleasure, and as soon as her bloodwork comes in, I'll give you a call and we'll talk about our next steps.&nbsp; She's been through a lot - got pretty beat up."<br><br>Mike nodded in response, "I know.&nbsp; Thanks again."<br><br>He gestured to Beth then, as he opened the door.&nbsp; "Come on... let's go home."<br><br>They made their way into the car, and Mike headed home.&nbsp; "Luke told me you did very well.&nbsp; I know you were scared about people putting needles in you - I was surprised you didn't ask me to be there with you, but I'm really proud of you for doing it on your own."&nbsp; He smiled, rubbing her knee playfully, "I told you it wouldn't be horrible - was I right?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>19-03-2010, 17:49:46</strong>
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				Beth sat very quietly in the car and for a while just stared out the window. She was embarrassed about her bruises and her broken bones about the stab marks and about her fear of needles. The girl wanted to do her best for her master, it helped a little that he seemed pleased on what she had done, what she had achieved with the doctor.<br><br>As he stroked her knee Beth did flinch a little and then she relaxed and bowed her head. “I had to for you maser to show you I could…I didn’t like him touching me but I know why he did. I tried.” Still staring out the window, “I am trying…but sometimes it’s hard to go from that to being with you…you are …you are so different.”<br><br>Curling her legs up against herself in the seat of the car the girl leaned against the window enjoying the cold if offered against the skin of her face. Her body relaxed a little and another sigh escaped her lips when she saw the house. The house was becoming a constant, that she could rely on. Which was important to Beth, at the moment Mike was someone she could trust and so much of her heart and soul was placed into that trust.<br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>24-03-2010, 11:53:10</strong>
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				As they drove, Mike saw her posture change, he reached out and gently stroked her arm and shoulder.&nbsp; As they pulled up towards the house, he could feel her relax a bit, and once the car was parked, he turned to her.&nbsp; "I can't begin to imagine how hard that must have been, but I'm so very proud of you."<br><br>He opened the doors, and they went inside.&nbsp; Upstairs, Mike unlocked her closet door, and laid out her house dress.&nbsp; He unlocked the other drawers so she could put her other clothes away neatly.&nbsp; "Get yourself cleaned up.&nbsp; If you want a shower, go ahead.&nbsp; I know it's a bit late for us to get home, so don't worry so much about the time.&nbsp; Make us dinner - something very simple is OK - then come find me when it's ready.&nbsp; If you need anything, or want to talk as you work your way through all of that, just come find me."<br><br>He stepped forward then, and drew her into his arms, hugging her close to him.&nbsp; He kissed her gently, and as he let go, whispered again into her ear, "Your Master is both proud, and pleased."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>24-03-2010, 15:41:25</strong>
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				Beth was very quiet, she was trying to control her emotions, though she enjoyed his touch and his words, the girl still appeared somewhat tense. It had indeed been a very difficult experience for her and was something that would take some thought to arrange in her mind. The girl said nothing even when she was drawn into her master’s embrace. Indeed she did relax a little but residual sensations from the visit had left her more than a little unsure.<br><br>However he masters words did help. She did exactly and every carefully as she was asked, at least he was pleased with her and that meant a good deal as was the fact he was proud.<br><br><br>Carefully Beth sorted her clothing and then went to the shower, her head remained bowed. In the shower she felt a little better though was in there for sometime, longer than she had been for a while. The girl felt a little cleaner….being reminded of her fears and her past always made her skin feel so filthy… made her feel like she was the ‘dirty bitch that was so worthless.’ Still her master had changed a lot of that ,and confidence came in waves and would hopefully come fully in time.<br><br>Once Beth had finished in the shower she prepared a simple feta cheese salad with home made dressing. She of course did everything as it should be and set the table for them both. Making sure the water was cold and there was ice.<br><br>Then the girl went to find her master and knelt in front on him with her head bowed. As always her footfalls were all but silent.<br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>25-03-2010, 13:06:58</strong>
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				Mike smiled and put down the book he was reading.&nbsp; He reached down, very gently stroked her cheek and hair.&nbsp; He spoke to her softly, "I know how hard today was for you.&nbsp; I know that - in the past - you weren't treated the way you should have been.&nbsp; The people who were supposed to take care of you either injured you, or had ulterior motives.&nbsp; I know they made you feel bad about yourself."<br><br>He moved his fingertips over her collar then, holding the back of her neck and then gently squeezing her shoulders alternately.&nbsp; "Remember that everything has changed.&nbsp; Sometimes it's hard to detach - to remember that the past and the present are different, but they are.&nbsp; You are MY beautiful and precious slave girl, of whom I'm very proud of today.&nbsp; I know you're tired, and it's later than usual.&nbsp; Let's have some supper, then I'd like you to finish your homework," He paused a moment, moving his hands back to her cheek, then lifting her chin up to make eye contact with her.&nbsp; "and tonight, as a reward for handling the doctor's visit so well, you'll sleep with me, in my bed."<br><br>He stood then, and took her hand, leading her to the kitchen where he let her serve supper.&nbsp; As they sat together, he poured a bit of her medicine, then covered her hand with his briefly.&nbsp; "Anything you want to talk about, it's OK.&nbsp; It's OK too, if you need to be quiet for a bit, I understand."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>25-03-2010, 15:01:54</strong>
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				Beth’s breathing clamed, she did know she had to separate the two lives and certainly her master was aiding in that more than he knew. For had it not been for him, for Mike she would likely have been in a worse state than when she first became his slave. The most important part was that she was learning to trust, and not to fear intimacy at least not with him.<br><br>The girl was surprised when she was offered to sleep in her masters bed, and she cherished that thought and closed her eyes letting out a soft sigh, that was followed quietly then by a thank you. To sleep in her master’s bed was such a great privilege and it was certainly something that did not go unnoticed. Beth opened her eyes again and once more thanked him. To lie with her master …to sleep with him was something very precious. As always the girl wanted to please Mike.<br><br>Beth served dinner, giving herself a far smaller portion; at least it was one she could manage. She poured out the water too and ate quietly. “Please I think I would rather talk tomorrow, I have a lot of …a lot of things to think about…” Of course the girl did not sit in silence instead she talked about some of her homework, especially some of her history work, and also about her music. <br><br>Once they were both finished and only when Mike had eaten enough did she clear the dishes and wipe the kitchen down. Beth finished her chores and then went to finished her homework. Of course as always she had already done it and was actually working on extra credit work. The thought of her master’s bed returned a few tomes for it brought excitement, happiness and some apprehension. Once her work was finished and everything had been packed away properly the girl found Doctor Cole and knelt quietly in front of him. She had found it had been so easy to fall into the correct mould with this man.<br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>25-03-2010, 15:27:52</strong>
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				The supper conversation was pleasant.&nbsp; He didn't force her to discuss the doctor any further - she could do that when she was ready.&nbsp; He was still disturbed a bit over how much she ate, but she was gaining weight slowly, and so he wasn't going to fret about anything in the moment.&nbsp; After the dishes were cleared, he watched her prepare, and begin working.&nbsp; After a few minutes, he put his hand on her shoulder.&nbsp; "When you've finished for the evening, come upstairs and find me," then went upstairs himself.&nbsp; <br><br>He took a quick shower, then put on a comfortable bathrobe and started watching the news.&nbsp; The situation with the school was likely resolved, but he was still concerned about her health - and her upcoming birthday.&nbsp; He'd checked her medical records, and it was a few weeks away.&nbsp; Her former Master was unpredictable, and he couldn't help but be worried about what he might or might not try on that particular day.&nbsp; He'd considered taking the day off, and still might.&nbsp; He'd also considered whether or not that was the day for her to loose her virginity.&nbsp; It had been promised to her in a negative way - if he fulfilled that promise, would it be positive because it was HIM, or would it reinforce something negative?<br><br>He sighed, then put his feet up on the ottoman.&nbsp; Beth would be done soon, and he needed to think for a few minutes, on how best to restrain her - or if he'd allow her to move freely.&nbsp; There were benefits to either option...
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>25-03-2010, 16:18:05</strong>
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				Beth was now careful to follow her instructions and all the things that needed to be done she had to be sure that everything was performed just so. Not so much from fear no it was not that it was because she loved her master and wanted to please him. She loved to please him because her feelings for him were extremely positive and very strong.<br><br>When she entered the room Beth kept her head bowed, looking at her now and knowing her it was easy to see the signs of abuse that she had suffered yet no one had noticed because the girl had been a good student she had never looked thin under her loose clothing, people assumed her face was pale because of her ‘goth’ look. <br><br>The girl was quiet and knelt in front of her master, briefly she looked up at him with softer eyes that showed love because indeed she did. Already his scent caught her nostrils and it brought with it another pleasant sigh.&nbsp; <br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>26-03-2010, 15:13:58</strong>
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				Mike looked at his girl and smiled.&nbsp; He reached down and caressed her cheek with the back of his hand, then stroked her soft hair.&nbsp; "I know things must seem insurmountably difficult at times.&nbsp; I can see it in your face, and your eyes.&nbsp; I know there are things you still haven't told me - about how you feel, and how things make you feel.&nbsp; I know you'll tell me those things when you're able to.&nbsp; Just remember that when things seem hard, or you're afraid," he moved his hand then to her collar, running his fingertip gently over it, and tracing the bottom as it moved to the front of her neck.&nbsp; "...remember that your Master loves you, values you, and will not let you come to harm.&nbsp; You are beautiful, kind, and smart.&nbsp; If anyone has ever told you different, they were lying to you."<br><br>He squeezed her shoulder reassuringly, then continued, "Take off your house dress for me, Beth.&nbsp; Up here, in my bedroom, a slave must be naked.&nbsp; Her body is her Master's and she must present it to him completely."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>26-03-2010, 15:42:44</strong>
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				Beth listened quietly her head remained bowed, and as her master caressed her she leaned into his touch relishing it, its warmth, and its tenderness, something which the girl had craved for so long. She let out a long soft noise the collar was a great comfort to her it was a reminder of how kind her master was, and how much he loved her.<br><br>“I know I have to …to speak to you more master, I will…I just sometimes have to get it straight in my head before…before I can find the words.” She gave a half smile when he complimented her and again blushed. She was a strange mixture of experience and innocence. The bravado at school was nothing more than a mask, a mask which she removed once she was with her master. “I might have to write…write some things…down first…then talk to you.” Perhaps that would make it easier the girl thought.<br><br>Beth nodded then and removed her dress, “I will remember that master...” By now the girl was less self conscious about her body in front of Mike, at least she no longer tried to cover it.<br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>26-03-2010, 16:17:09</strong>
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				"Of course," he told her, "You can write things down, or just tell me when the time is right."<br><br>When she flushed at his compliment, it made him grin.&nbsp; She had been beaten down so much that she had lost sight of who she was.&nbsp; "If people who are supposed to be taking care of you tell you that you're worthless, after a time you start to believe it even though it's not true," he reminded her.&nbsp; "It's hard to get out from under that, but I think you're starting to learn."<br><br>Mike smiled brightly at how quickly the dress came off.&nbsp; "Good girl," he told her.&nbsp; "Tonight's lesson is in how you should behave in this room when you're invited to sleep here.&nbsp; First, you come to me as you have, and if I have any special instructions, I'll give them to you.&nbsp; If I have none, then you'll ask me if you can make things ready.&nbsp; You'll turn down the bed, fluff the pillows and such, and turn off the lights.&nbsp; Then kneel on the bed, and wait for me."<br><br>He stoked her hair again, and smiled.&nbsp; "You may begin."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>26-03-2010, 16:39:08</strong>
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				Beth of course listened very carefully; she had leaned quickly after her night of punishment to do everything just right for her master. She knelt there for a moment not for too long waiting for instructions; she then asked if she could make things ready.” Only when she got the nod of approval did Beth then start to make everything ready for the night.<br><br>The girl did everything quietly and properly she was more than a little tense mostly because she wanted to please her master. She did well though doing the job with care, everything was done with precision. Of course it was not something she was used to but it was not hard and this was about pleasing her master, thus she certainly made such an effort.<br><br>It was indeed all done in silence and with her head bowed finally when everything was finished Beth knelt on the bed and waited to see if everything was completed in the appropriate manner. It would pain her more than the riding crop if it was not, more because she wanted to please Mike. <br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>26-03-2010, 17:01:13</strong>
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				The tasks were simple, but he enjoyed watching her as she turned down the bed and fluffed the pillows.&nbsp; His enjoyment was, of course, more than evident when he shed his robe, and climbed naked with her into the soft white sheets.&nbsp; He lay face down then, his hands wrapped around a pillow.<br><br>"It felt nice when you rubbed my neck and shoulders the other day," he told her.&nbsp; "One thing I do enjoy, is a good massage - and to have you do that for me, would be pleasant in more ways than one."&nbsp; Turning his head to the side slightly, he smiled at her kneeling form.&nbsp; "There's some massage oil in the nightstand drawer," he continued.&nbsp; "Use it sparingly, a little goes a long way."<br><br>As she moved to retrieve the bottle, he remembered to add, "When you're giving a full body massage, it's OK to ask me to change positions, or to talk about anything you like.&nbsp; This is a time for us to be close, and I don't want you to be nervous about anything.&nbsp; It'll take you time to learn my body, so just do your best."<br><br>He closed his eyes then.&nbsp; There was something about being near her that he truly enjoyed.&nbsp; It was different than with the other women he'd been with - around Beth, things felt... 'right'... and her desire to make him happy was genuine and it flowed from her like something tangible that he could feel.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>26-03-2010, 18:00:43</strong>
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				As always Beth nodded and listened carefully, to please her master was certainly a privilege that she was proud to perform, her breath was a little stilted but then slowed and calmed just as she did. The girl was still a little nervous but that was more due to her wanting to please her master rather than fearing his body any more.<br><br>She took the oil then and only placed a little on her hands and rubbed it in making sure it and her hands were warm. As before her long fingers showed such agility, yet they were gentle and so tender. Beth remembered the place where her master had found some discomfort, though that would come in time. For she had to make sure everything was done right. First Beth worked upon the mans shoulders and neck, nothing was rushed and occasionally Beth leaned close and either breathed upon Mike or let her lips brush his skin.&nbsp; <br><br>The girl did not speak as she was concentrating though she sometimes sang very softly, the songs were for the most in Latin or something that may have been Gaelic or Welsh.<br><br>Once she found the part of his discomfort Beth spent a little longer on it, finally speaking, asking her master if it was helping a little. Once satisfied she moved lower to the mans buttocks she was a little firmer there and just a couple of times let her thumb slip between them, yet she did not do anything that might be inappropriate. Slowly then her hands worked down his legs to Mikes feet. Always Beth listened to her master’s reactions she also watched for them too.<br><br>It was only then when she thought he was satisfied that the girl asked Mike to turn over. Again her hands with warmed oils caressed and massaged his body, she smiled shyly and used those agile and delicate hands everywhere apart from his manhood only then did she stop. Knowing that it was even more of a privilege to touch her master there. “May I…” Beth asked quietly and only when it was allowed did those fingers find his balls and shaft. Once more it was performed with such skill, even more than that it was performed with such love. “I love you master…”<br><br>This felt so right for Beth….she had never trusted anyone like this…not even her father…<br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>26-03-2010, 19:52:52</strong>
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				Mike sighed.&nbsp; The feel of her hands on his back and neck were pure bliss.&nbsp; It wasn't just the massage itself, but it was about Beth doing it for him.&nbsp; It was clear that there was love and care behind her hands, and that made the experience doubly pleasant.&nbsp; When she leaned down and breathed on him, or kissed him softly, he sighed again - it was a clear signal that he was far more than simply pleased with her.&nbsp; When she sang, he smiled and closed his eyes.<br><br>Beth may or may not have been taught to treat a man this way, but he would have to ask her.&nbsp; When he turned himself over, she would notice that her relaxing technique had relaxed <em>all</em> of him, and before she began to work on him from the front, he reached up and brought her head down to his for a kiss, then whispered, "My sweet slavegirl, you haven't any idea how happy you're making me right now."&nbsp; He closed his eyes again, and as she she continued on shoulders and chest, his arousal returned immediately.&nbsp; When her fingers finally took hold of his cock, it was again quite firm - and it responded immediately to her touch.&nbsp; "Your Master loves you too Beth, and yes, you may."<br><br>Part of him wanted to close his eyes, lay back, and enjoy her ministrations, but he kept his eyes open.&nbsp; The sight of her naked body alongside his, her hands on his cock, and the pure expression on her face was one of the most lovely things he'd seen in ages.&nbsp; He watched her as she began, and he took long, deep breaths.&nbsp; &nbsp;That anyone could have mistreated someone like Beth simply staggered the imagination.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>26-03-2010, 20:30:48</strong>
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				The kiss from her master only aided Beth in what she was doing. Though she did not remember much of it, the art of pleasing a master, for some reason it was something that she had ‘always’ done. However this time it was so very different, the fact was she wanted to …more than her master could imagine.<br><br>The girl did not lie down though she remained kneeling when stroking Mikes cock and his balls she was his slave and wanted only to please him. Occasionally she kissed his manhood or let her tongue brush his shaft but for the most it were her hands and her fingers that were there to bring her master pleasure.<br><br>Beth loved Mike…she loved her master so much. <br><br>“Master…” Beth spoke quietly “Would you like me to take you in …in my mouth ….or my hand…” There was a pause and a long one, “Or somewhere else master.” <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>26-03-2010, 20:42:06</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike smiled, and reached down to take her hair in his fingertips, running them through it.&nbsp; He knew she liked that, but it was as much for his own pleasure as hers.&nbsp; As she voiced her question, 'or somewhere else' he wondered if she might be ready now - but he tossed that thought quickly away.&nbsp; He wanted her in bondage for her first time - not just because he loved seeing her restrained, but because he knew that it would feel more intense for her if she was.&nbsp; When he took his slave's virginity, he wanted her to feel truly, without question, that she was a slave.<br><br>"Your mouth, Beth."&nbsp; He told her, then paused.&nbsp; "I want you to lay down on top of me, with your legs on either side of my shoulders."<br><br>She'd told him that her first orgasm was at his hand, so he doubted that anyone had ever pleasured her before - at least, not in the way he had planned.&nbsp; But then, she was always surprising him, so he took nothing for granted...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>27-03-2010, 10:20:07</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth’s hair was indeed very soft, the fact she had been eating and was not under so much stress and abuse made a large difference. The girl was not sure if she could really please her master in anywhere but her mouth so his answer offered her more than a little relaxation, thought his suggestion of the position brought a few nerves.<br><br>Beth was now a little worried that he would see her pussy again and he might not like it…aster all it would be on full display.<br><br>Still the girl did as she was asked. She was so light and small, and barely weighed anything on Mike’s chest, she parted her slim legs over her master’s shoulders, again the scars were visible as was just how thin she still was as her ribs pressed into his.<br><br>However Beth’s lips parted and she kissed the tip of his cock, flicking her tongue over his small hole, her hands massaged his balls and his shaft as her tongue curled about its head. Only when he was fully erect did the girl finally stat to ease him into her soft warm mouth.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>27-03-2010, 22:15:37</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike let her move into the position he'd told her to get into, and to get her focus on him first.&nbsp; He sighed, and uttered a gentle "mmmm" as she took him in her mouth.<br><br>Her pussy showed signs of abuse, and from this angle, it was clear that, although she was a virgin, her former Master had no qualms in inflicting pain through it.&nbsp; He leaned his head forward then, and kissed her gently there.&nbsp; He moved slowly, certain that what he was doing would be new to her, and he wanted her to experience it fully.&nbsp; He could smell the perfumes of the soaps she'd showered with, blended with her own scent.&nbsp; He let his tongue move slowly around her lips, and then between them.&nbsp; He penetrated her just slightly as he kissed and breathed warm air onto her.<br><br>He moved his arms up over her behind, gently caressing the base of her back, hips, and bottom.&nbsp; His tongue explored her, darting in and out, each time somewhere else until it found the little nub for which it searched.&nbsp; He ran the tip of his tongue over it.&nbsp; She was salty-sweet, and he focused on her as best he could, despite the incredible distraction of her mouth...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>28-03-2010, 10:59:11</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth took her master deep into her mouth easing it to its hilt as she continued pleasure him with her tongue and her hands. The girl tensed a little though when Doctor Cole’s mouth found her pussy lips. However she did not stop on her task of pleasing her master. His scent though masculine did not bring fear it brought something very different though in some ways it was still a primal sensation.<br><br>Sounds of pleasure began to spill over Mike’s cock in the form of vibrations. She have never felt anything like this before and it was making it harder for to concentrate on her master though. Her master could certainly be aware of her arousal, her lips pouted a little and seemed to blossom as he penetrated her and yet even more so when he found her sensitive bud. More moans passed over his cock and of course they were muffled as before Mike was aware of just how experienced she was in doing this.<br><br>She was growing yet moister and her master could see those delicate folds were glistening for him, even more so her hips bucked a little against Mike feeling his hands on her body too. Her mind was becoming cloudy, she was feeling that same heady sensation as she had in the basement and in the bed only this was yet more intense. Beth worked harder on her master even as her thin hips continued to buck and she grew yet closer to climax. <br><br>Her virgin pussy was opening up further now to her master and more of her juices trickled into Mikes mouth. Beth in turn worked harder on the man…her body was writhing against his…still closer she came to it yet in a very small part of her mind the girl knew she had to wait for her master to finish and allow her. Though this was going to be so difficult for her, never before had anyone treated her pussy in this way. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>29-03-2010, 01:46:47</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Her response to this new experience was gratifying.&nbsp; He'd chosen this, because he wanted her to gain confidence in the fact that she was desirable, cared for, and loved.&nbsp; What he hadn't expected was the intensity of the response, and that was exciting him even more.&nbsp; He could feel her body responding to every touch his tongue made, and he intensified his efforts, driving his tongue as far into her pussy as he could.<br><br>The skill she had with her mouth was legendary.&nbsp; It was unfortunate how she'd learned to be so good at it, but he couldn't deny her proficiency.&nbsp; Neither could his cock, as it responded to the softness of her lips and eagerness with which she took him in so deeply.&nbsp; It wasn't long before he could feel that she too, was on the edge, and he closed his eyes.&nbsp; He could feel that it wasn't simply expertise and eagerness that drove her, but he could sense that she wanted so much to please him - the thought of how much this girl had come to love him is what pushed him over, and he exploded.&nbsp; His hands held her firmly as he did, and his mind closed to everything but the softness of her skin against his, the warmth of her and her scent... <br><br>When his orgasm finally subsided and he regained his senses, his tongue went back to work as he pushed his mouth harder against her pussy and gently suckled and licked.&nbsp; His palms stroked her back - hips, legs, and bottom.&nbsp; He focused on her, watching her movements and doing his best to sense her responses so as to make her feel as wonderful as possible.&nbsp; This was her reward.&nbsp; She would cum by her Master's mouth for the first time...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>29-03-2010, 10:46:08</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth drank in her masters pleasure swallowing as it filled her mouth and throat. His seed spilled down her throat and into her belly. As before it brought her so much enjoyment, this again was just so different, because she did this for love rather than through fear. She took such excitement in this knowing and feeling how much it gave to Doctor Cole. Feeling her master cum into her mouth only brought her so much closer, as did his tongue as he drove it into her sweet soft pussy. Also his touch, his hands were pushing her yet further.<br><br>Still though the girl lapped and cleaned her master finding it hard to do but knowing she must. Her moans vibrated over them and became yet more intense her hands continued to caress his thighs and his balls. By now her whole body was writhing with pleasure and her moist lips were offering her nectar, her folds had darkened by now and her bud was exposed and hard. <br><br>She held on a little more, a little longer and then finally Beth released Mikes cock from her mouth and cried out begging that she could finish, he voice was gasping and loud. Beth felt as if her whole body was on fire by now and it glistened with perspiration and excitement. Only when he allowed her to cum did she, and it was certainly loud and volatile her body shuddered and tensed, and her pussy clenched and then released yet more of her juice into her masters mouth. It was likely she came more than once and it too a long time for her to relax and become still. At this point though the girl was crying. Her head was resting on her master and slowly and gradually the girl found her breath once more.<br><br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>29-03-2010, 13:59:06</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike held her in that same position for a few moments longer, enjoying her pussy and what it gave him.&nbsp; When her orgasm had completely subsided, he could feel her crying, and he gently guided her body back around, to put her on her side with them facing in the same direction again, her back to his chest.&nbsp; He pulled her into him then, wrapping his arms around and spooning her.&nbsp; With his free arm, he stroked her hair, and rubbed her shoulders and arm.<br><br>She felt so slight and physically vulnerable to him - maybe that was one of the reasons he'd taken to her as quickly as he did.&nbsp; That she was so open to him, and loved him despite the fact that she'd been through so much was a gift he simply couldn't refuse.&nbsp; As he held her, he whispered simple reassurances, and after a time, "Why is my beautiful, sweet slavegirl crying?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>29-03-2010, 14:41:40</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth was silent for some time shaking a little, trying to control her tears and her crying, the girl indeed calmed more than a little with her masters gentle caresses and his soft words. She indeed had to pause to answer his question because she did not really know why.<br><br>Pressing herself against her master’s chest feeling its warmth and its sanctuary gradually the tears stopped and so did the gradual shudders in her thin and delicate body. However it took a short time longer for Beth to find her voice, and to actually find out why she was indeed crying. “Master….Master…it is hard…” Her voice was a little stilted until she caught a few more breaths as well as place why inside her head.<br><br>“Because…because…you made me …made me feel so good…I …never felt…that…I didn’t mean to shout” Beth closed her eyes then for even thinking about it brought a warmth over her body. “Master it...it was so…so hard to explain how I felt…it felt…too good.” Other things were confused in her mind as it was still more than a little drunk with the intoxicating high that Beth had been given to her by her master. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>29-03-2010, 15:40:32</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				"It's supposed to feel good, " Mike told her, "that's why I did it... as a reward for you're handling today as well as you did."&nbsp; He hugged her tight then, to reassure her.&nbsp; "And it made me feel good too, to watch your body respond to me, and to taste the sweetness of my slave.&nbsp; As for being loud, well, I would expect that as well."<br><br>He stroked her hair and cheek some more, then breathed in the scent that was theirs, mingled together and smiled.&nbsp; "The job of a slave is to make her Master happy - to bring him pleasure.&nbsp; The rewards are pleasant as well - at least as pleasant as punishment is not."&nbsp; Mike kissed the back of her neck, moving slowly up, down, and around with soft kisses.&nbsp; His hand found her breast, and he simply rested his palm on it gently.&nbsp; "You've done nothing wrong here tonight... no... quite the opposite.&nbsp; So no more tears, ok?"<br><br>He wrapped his leg around hers then, pulling her even closer...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>29-03-2010, 17:47:36</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				“No…no more tears…” Beth said quietly “No more tears…I…I just never thought ….anyone would…” She shuddered again. The girl seemed to melt into her masters body and she let out some soft noises between her words. The were no longer tearful they were noises of pleasure<br><br>&nbsp;His kisses his body and then his hand on her breast caused yet more noises and even for her to wriggle against her master. Her hand reached up to his hand caressed Mikes fingers avoiding her own breast. “I…I wasn’t sad master, I was just…it was…I am so happy with you master…being with you is…I have never felt like this.” This again was the truth…<br><br>Certain memories of even her father were starting to be revealed from behind that curtain in her mind. Both her hands then found Mike’s and still she caressed his fingers. She drew his other hand to her mouth and kissed each of his fingers so gently. “Please might …might I kiss you master.”<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>29-03-2010, 20:45:46</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike kissed her some more, moving to her cheek and earlobe as she spoke.&nbsp; "You never thought what?&nbsp; That someone would love you?&nbsp; That someone would want you to experience pleasure?&nbsp; That someone would see you for the beautiful slave girl you really are?"<br><br>He felt another flutter of arousal as she wiggled against him, curling herself in.&nbsp; "This is how it will be with us Beth, " he told her.&nbsp; "Even when I do wish you to endure something painful, you will be rewarded for pleasing me in that way also.&nbsp; Rewards will be things you want to have, like Cello, or the simple pleasures of the body as you've received today.&nbsp; It's perfectly OK to want to cum, and it's perfectly OK to enjoy it.&nbsp; So tears of happiness are permitted - just make sure I know that's what they are, or I'll worry," he said with a grin.<br><br>He released her then, and used his hands to guide her body to lay on its other side, facing him.&nbsp; Again, he drew her into him, wrapping his legs about hers and holding them firm.&nbsp; He held her then, putting her chest against his, and smiled.&nbsp; "Yes Beth, I would welcome your kiss tonight."<br><br>He kissed her top lip then, nibbling it gently, then opened his mouth a bit, and invited her to join.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>30-03-2010, 09:45:13</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Her breath was slow and so comfortable now her eyes were heavy lidded and soft, they were no longer filled with tears her, the girl felt safe and warm. Her master’s body was offering her so much. It was like a sanctuary for her, the warmth Beth felt from Doctor Cole was not only physical and it was certainly reciprocated.&nbsp; <br><br>As he turned her over, the girl let out a soft sigh and looked up at her master with such love, her eyes looked so sleepy and gentle. The darkness of her long lashes only accentuated how pale they were.<br><br>Another quiet noise passed from her lips as Mike drew her close; her small breasts were soft against him. The kiss then brought yet further delightful little moans and sighs before she indeed opened her mouth and began to return the kiss. Her long fingers stroked and caressed her master’s neck and back. Her touch was light and loving. <br><br>Beth took a long breath taking in their mingling scents which seemed to blend so perfectly.<br><br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>30-03-2010, 15:18:12</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike sighed as he held her, and she felt good against his skin.&nbsp; &nbsp;He'd held women like this before, but it was different with Beth.&nbsp; Her love for him was very evident, and that was what felt so good.&nbsp; He kissed her for a long time, his hands playing at her hair and the nape of her neck, the other rubbing her back gently, and working its way down over her hip.<br><br>After a time he broke the kiss, finishing with little ones on her cheeks and forehead.&nbsp; "We need to sleep," he told her with a smile, then pointed at the nightstand drawer.&nbsp; "Open it, then put the restraints on your wrists."<br><br>The drawer had a pair of cuffs for her wrists, made from the same soft leather he'd used in the bedroom before.&nbsp; There was one chain also, about a foot and a half long, and a pair of padlocks.&nbsp; He brushed her hair with his fingers as she put them on, then threaded the chain through the loop in her collar, and locked one end of the chain to each wrist.&nbsp; It kept her hands up towards her head and she'd be barely able to touch her own breasts, but it kept them isolated from the rest of her body.<br><br>He reached to the side, and turned out the lights, then drew the soft covers over them, and her back into him.<br><br>He kissed her again, soft little ones this time, and ran his hand over her forehead and down the side of her cheek.&nbsp; "Dream of good things my sweet slavegirl," he whispered to her, then closed his eyes and settled himself down with her close.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>30-03-2010, 18:41:01</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<br>The kiss felt so good to Beth, she could not tell just how long it latest for, as she drifted into all kinds of soft sensations of half sleep and passion. The mixture was most wonderful and it helped her center, and breathe calmly even if the kiss was arousing her again. However even the warmth over her skin and in other places was almost not enough to combat her fatigue, after all that which had happened in this bed had been exhausting for her.<br><br>Beth did as she was asked and seemed to relish the restraints and cuffs rather than fear or hate them. “Thank you master,” The girl did not fight or argue over the chain, in fact she thanked her master again. As the light was turned out, Mike felt a slight tension&nbsp; though he was aware that his voice then aided her as did the fact he was lying close to her.<br><br>Sleep though was not easy for Beth and during the night she occasionally fought against her bonds, she intermittently cried out in nightmares of her past. It appeared at night her demons still rose there head. Her words were garbled and filled with fear when she did experience those dreams. Though they did not fill the whole night.&nbsp; The truth be told a little more of her past remained now, for better or worse.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>30-03-2010, 19:16:07</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				She woke him a few times overnight, and as her nightmares seemed to take over, he pulled her close into him.&nbsp; As usual, he awoke fairly early, and had a shower himself before he woke Beth, still sleeping soundly in the soft bedding.<br><br>He woke her with a kiss, and unlocked her cuffs.&nbsp; He'd already decided that Beth would never sleep another day without restraints - at least, as long as she was with him.&nbsp; As much as she seemed to like them, he liked seeing her in them.&nbsp; Even when he didn't see her so, knowing that she was gave him a very positive vibe.&nbsp; He sat her next to him then, and rubbed her back a bit.&nbsp; "This morning, I want you to strip the sheets from the bed and put them down the laundry chute.&nbsp; There are fresh linens in the hallway closet, you can put those on.&nbsp; Once you've done that, go downstairs, weigh yourself and mark the chart.&nbsp; Get showered and ready for school, then come back down for breakfast."<br><br>He gave her a kiss on the nape of her neck again, "But before you do that, just let me know if you're feeling OK this morning, and if there's anything leftover in your head from last night that you need to sort out."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>31-03-2010, 09:32:00</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth woke but not with a start today, the gentle kiss from her master eased her into wakefulness. She licked her lips and wriggled a little in her restraints before she finally opened her eyes. She blinked a couple of times and then offered a smile to Mike. She listened very carefully to her instructions; though they were not hard Beth wanted to make sure that everything was done in the correct manner and the right order.<br><br>She stretched as much as she was able to and let out a quiet sigh. “Master it was a little…I am not sure, it always gets fuzzy in my mind when I wake up.” She paused and Beth’s brow furrowed a little, “It’s…its confusing, part of the dreams…have I always been a slave, did…” She stopped not wanting to say what was on her mind, because letting it out might make it true. The girl bit her lip hard and shut her eyes tight finding the courage to get those words out.<br><br>“Did this all start with…with my father? Was he the beginning?” She shuddered a little and ground her teeth as she tried to find those parts of her mind that had been hidden away. That had been stored, the parts that had been hidden in dark reassesses of her head. The parts that only quietly and insidiously slipped out in the darkness when she slept.<br><br>Beth swallowed hard. “I…I should get on with...getting ready for…for school…”<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>31-03-2010, 11:31:53</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike kissed her softly again, and unlocked her restraints.&nbsp; He placed them carefully in the nightstand drawer as he considered her question.&nbsp; "I think, Beth, that in a way, you always have been a slave.&nbsp; Some people are just fall into that role naturally, as you do.&nbsp; It's part of who you are, and it's neither a good thing, or a bad thing - it just is, and there's nothing wrong with it.&nbsp; Many people don't realize it's who they are or where they belong until much later in life.&nbsp; The only thing that went wrong for you, was that your previous owners were both incestuous and unredeemabley cruel."<br><br>He stroked her hair a bit as she struggled with the memories.&nbsp; "I don't know what role your father had, that's something you may eventually remember, or not.&nbsp; Don't force things, they'll come on their own when the&nbsp; time is right.&nbsp; Just remember to keep talking to me, and sharing things with me when you remember them - it's the only way I can help you."<br><br>He kissed her forehead again, "Go ahead," he told her, "I'll have breakfast ready."&nbsp; He rubbed her back again, the soft skin feeling wonderful under his hands.&nbsp; He so wanted to explore her more, but daily life was something he couldn't ignore, so he stood then, smiled, and made his way downstairs...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>31-03-2010, 12:07:10</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				“I understand master about being a slave, It…it used to make me so angry…it…it doesn’t now I am with you.” Her eyes flicked up to her master as she leaned into his touch. She wondered how long this would be for, if he would tire of her, yet she trusted him, she trusted him so deeply, that he would never repeat what had happened before, yes her master now was a good man. <br><br>The girl loved Mike’s touch he seemed some how to instinctively know what she liked, what aroused her, it was almost as if they were joined by some threads, and he could read them as he might a book.<br><br>As he left Beth waited a few moment s and took in his scent, that which had left from last night and also from the morning. The night before had indeed been extremely intense for her and again it was something else she had to understand. Thus she did exactly as she had been instructed, the girl made sure the bed was perfect before dealing with the rest of her daily routine.<br><br>Arriving quietly downstairs Beth knelt at his feet with her head bowed.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>31-03-2010, 16:20:41</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Mike prepared a light breakfast as usual, and made sure that Beth's medicine was poured out and ready.&nbsp; He'd also measured a dose for her to take with her so that lunch wouldn't cause her problems.&nbsp; He reached down and stroked her hair when she arrived.<br><br>"You look beautiful on your knees," he told her.&nbsp; "I just thought you should know."&nbsp; He smiled and gestured to her seat at the table.&nbsp; "I'll be sure that the doctor's note gets to the right people this morning," he continued.&nbsp; "If anyone asks you about it, have them come to me.&nbsp; Whatever you do, don't go to the nurse, or to Casey's office on your own."<br><br>He took a bite of toast, then asked her.&nbsp; "Is everything all right with you this morning?&nbsp; I know we didn't talk much after you woke up, but if there's anything you're worried about, just make sure you tell me.&nbsp; I don't want you going to school with something pressing on your mind."<br><br>He reached out then, put his hand over hers and gave it a squeeze as he grinned brightly.&nbsp; "And if you were wondering at all, I was very pleased with you last night."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>31-03-2010, 17:18:54</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Beth flushed a little at the compliment it was something she was still a little uncomfortable with, yet she was gradually growing used to it. Being told one was ugly and stupid for as long as one could remember it was difficult to accept anything but negative reinforcement. Still Mike was certainly helping her with that. <br><br>The truth was she found her master very attractive and she blushed yet further.<br><br>“I will avoid Mister Jordan, in his office or not and I will also not go to see the nurse." The girl took rabbit bites of her toast and swallowed her medicine. <br><br>“Last…last night was…was very…I didn’t think you would want to do anything like…like that. I…well it …I have never felt anything like that before. It was ….intense. It felt like I would ….well burst.” Beth flushed again. “You are the only person that …has ever been kind there in that place…that has been …”<br><br>“I …like having you in my mouth master. Thank you for letting me.” Beth continued to eat the toast. “There are a few things on…on my mind but I need to sort them out first. School acts as a good distraction, master….”<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>31-03-2010, 22:48:15</strong>
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				He smiled as she blushed when she discussed what they'd done.&nbsp; "There's no reason to be embarrassed about it, and I'm glad you enjoyed how it felt - Last night was a reward for you, for having done so well at the Doctor's."&nbsp; He paused then, and put on a caring face.&nbsp; "A slave's life isn't all trauma, pain, and misery," he told her, "Just because you're a slave doesn't mean you are supposed to be miserable - it just means you have a certain status and role in life that's more restrictive and structured.&nbsp; A slave has purpose - a reason for being who and what she is.&nbsp; Being happy is good."&nbsp; He smiled again then, and added "As for paying kind attention to your pussy, I expect to enjoy it much more often after your birthday, and you'll feel things then that you'll crave more than anything you've felt so far."<br><br>He took the last bite of his breakfast, and while she nibbled, he began cleaning up a bit while they talked.&nbsp; "It's good too, that you enjoy your Master's cock.&nbsp; I was concerned a bit, at first, because of all the bad ways you were treated in that respect, but you seem to have overcome the worst of things - you should be proud of yourself."<br><br>He finished picking up, then smiled to her as his expression changed to one that was both happy, and businesslike.&nbsp; "So... shall we start the school day?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>01-04-2010, 09:45:14</strong>
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				Brief thoughts passed through Beth’s mind as her master spoke of the things that she would experience after her birthday. It was not fear it brought but instead a small flurry of excitement.&nbsp; That date was certainly no longer the terrifying day that had driven Beth close to the edge of her sanity. Mike had indeed turned things around; he had offered her a light in the darkness and brought her on leading her to that which she could be, to reach her potential.<br><br>Beth nodded as he reminded her again it was a school day and now became the process of changing herself mentally to prepare for the day as well as helping Mike clear up. The girl after aiding the man got her books and then waited for him to let her into the car.<br><br>Certainly on the journey, as she prepared much about her shifted. She was less submissive and one could almost imagine her being a little prickly as if she had angles spiking out from her bones keeping people away.<br><br>On the journey she spoke of some interesting research she had been looking up on the internet. However she needed to go to the library and try to see if the Librarian would send for some of the papers from a larger university for a month, to check if it correlated with both her theories and those of the researcher. By the time they drew into the school Beth was ready for another day. As always all her homework was completed as was her pieces for extra credit.<br><br>At least now she didn’t have to do anyone else’s.<br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>02-04-2010, 00:33:56</strong>
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				For Mike, the day began rather unremarkably, as the schooldays usually did.&nbsp; He filed Beth's medical note with the principal, who didn't take kindly to some of what the note insinuated, however, it wasn't enough to cause any disagreements.&nbsp; Still, he was curious as to when Cassey would finally find his way to his classroom to discuss the issue in person.&nbsp; Whatever it was that Cassey wanted from Beth, it was something significant, or he wouldn't be going through all this trouble... He had a feeling he wasn't going to be very please if and when he found out.<br><br>Beth studied in the morning, as she was getting used to doing in his room before classes started, while he finished working out lesson plans and grading a few stray papers.&nbsp; In general, he thought, things were going very well.&nbsp; She was coming out of her shell, and even behaving a bit differently in school - she was more assertive, and less a doormat.&nbsp; That seemed to get her a little more respect from the other students, and oddly enough, teachers as well.&nbsp; A few of them had commented on how Beth - though always an excellent student - seemed more alert and participatory than she used to, and credited him with the change.&nbsp; They all knew he'd taken up the role of her legal guardian and from their point of view, he was doing a stand-up job.<br><br>That was good, really - because, as her guardian, he <em>was</em> responsible for her overall well being, and although he was going about it in a manner that many people might want to throw him in prison for, you couldn't argue with results.&nbsp; He was genuinely pleased with her progress.&nbsp; From Mike's point of view, his "unorthodox" treatment of her was exactly what she needed.<br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>02-04-2010, 09:28:52</strong>
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				The girl’s day was also what one might call unremarkable she continued to get on with her work as she waited to go to her class. She was as always diligent and quiet as she concentrated. Beth enjoyed working on her extra research, as though she liked her normal lessons she often found them a little easy. A couple of times she asked Mikes advice on certain points when she saw that he was not too busy.<br><br>It did seem that since being with the man she felt a little better about herself, more confident. Though the girl was still a unsure of letting anyone get too close to her and still tended to try to avoid too much contact with most of the other students. Of course at some points in the day some name calling went on, and as usual Beth either ignored it or occasionally came back with some comment or other. For the most save for her few acquaintances that she sometimes studied with the girl mainly kept to herself. Likely this was why she had likely been picked on so much and still sometimes was.<br><br>Her dinner hour was mostly passed in the Library as was her free period, she was joined during her free period by Jason, someone whom she studied with when one needed a partner. They never discussed anything other than work though. He had learned early on not to pry into Beth’s private life. <br><br>As was expected she avoided Mister Jordon’s area and the Nurses office.<br><br>By the time the day was over, the girl made her way to Mike’s classroom she knocked on the door and entered once she was called. As always there was the temptation to kneel in front of the man. However that was not for school…<br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>05-04-2010, 13:55:33</strong>
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				Mike smiled as she came in the door.&nbsp; He was already starting to grade the last of some papers from a quiz he'd given to three of his morning classes.&nbsp; They weren't turning out too well - it seemed that some of his students weren't doing the required reading homework.&nbsp; He was glad to see Beth though - it seemed to be a stable part of his day, and it signaled an exodus from the daily grind and a return to the home, and her company.&nbsp; Mike was the kind of guy who had women in his life from time to time, but never found someone worth "settling down" with.&nbsp; Home, for him, had always been a sanctuary from the daily grinds, but it always had a somewhat empty feel - like there was something missing.&nbsp; Now, though, home was somewhere he wanted to be more than anywhere else, and it was because of the girl in front of him.<br><br>Looking up as she settled herself in for her after-school time, he decided to see how she would fare with a little more interaction with some students.&nbsp; There were two who had done so poorly from the first class, that he'd instructed them to come to his class after school for some extra help.&nbsp; Beth had taken that very class the previous year, and had done remarkably well. <br><br>"Beth," he asked her, "I'd like you to help me this afternoon.&nbsp; I have two students who need extra help."&nbsp; He handed her the textbook, along with the lesson plan he wanted to review.&nbsp; "Since you did so well with this last year, I'd like you to sit with them and review the material - maybe show them how to understand what's important in the text... that kind of thing."&nbsp; He shifted some things from his briefcase onto his desk.&nbsp; "I'll be right here if you need any help, or if you think I need to answer questions or such - but I think you know the material more than well enough to do this."<br><br>He as a bit nervous about her response, but there were two factors at work - the first being her desire to please him and make him proud of her, and the second, that this was school, and not home - so he hoped it would be a good exercise for her to flex her new "confidence" muscles.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>05-04-2010, 16:23:10</strong>
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				Beth watched her master she watched carefully the change in his demeanour around her, and how he behaved with the other students than he did with her. He wore a mask just as she did. Just as almost everyone did within society. After all the girl had many masks, very few people if any saw the real truth, the soft skin beneath the veneer.<br><br>She looked about the classroom and then started to calmly get out her books, again he saw the quiet concentration, even in the short time she had been with him Doctor Cole could see under his supervision just how much more she could achieve.<br><br>As he spoke Beth looked up and smiled, though that smile became rather more a look of confusion, she was not sure how she felt with close interaction with other students especially in a role as some sort of mentor or teacher…or even helper. Of course Beth was aware she was bright but this was different. So much played across her mind for she wanted to please Mike and do as he asked, yet this was more than daunting in many ways. However the girl knew she could not and did not want to refuse.<br><br>“Sir …I will do what I can.” She forced a smile and he watched as she chewed on her fingernails. Thus Beth put aside her own books and looked through the text, to her it was simple still Beth needed to find a way to make it interesting for these students that were not achieving. It took just a few moments in her mind, it was about relevance. <br><br>By the time Beth was finished, she was ready for home and her mask had returned.&nbsp; <br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>06-04-2010, 01:37:37</strong>
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				Mike watched Beth with the two students.&nbsp; They were both a year younger than her, but they listened, and genuinely seemed to respond to what she was telling them.&nbsp; She was uncomfortable, of course, but when she talked about the subject, she was so genuine in projecting her own interest that it was hard NOT to learn from her.&nbsp; In fact, it was hard for Mike not to listen - he had his own work to do, and the activity was distracting him.&nbsp; In part, it was her own energy about what she was teaching, but there was more than that.&nbsp; She was doing this for HIM, and, because he'd helped her gain the confidence to do it in the first place.&nbsp; The sense of pride he felt was nothing short of elation.<br><br>When it was time to go home, he walked with her to the car, and they drove off in silence as they always did.&nbsp; Mike broke the silence, as was his place.&nbsp; He put his hand on Beth's knee, and smiled.&nbsp; "I know that took time away from your work today, but I think it was time well spent.&nbsp; Not only did you help a couple of your fellow students, but you also showed me just how far you've come.&nbsp; I'm proud of you - you did a fine job."<br><br>He squeezed her knee then, and asked her another question.&nbsp; "I know you've been generally 'off' food for a long time, and you're getting much better and eating more.&nbsp; I was wondering, if you could have anything to eat tonight - anything at all - what would it be?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>06-04-2010, 11:50:57</strong>
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				The experience of helping the younger students had indeed been a confidence builder. What had made it easier of course was that her master had wanted her to do it and even better that he was pleased with her. The work had not been at all difficult in itself, but the interaction had been the more difficult part for her. Though the girls passion for the subject was very obvious.<br><br>“I am glad you are proud master.” Beth said blushing. “It was not as difficult as I expected. I think they get it now. As for my work I got most of it done in my lunch hour and free period.” Her demeanour once more slowly changed as they drove home just as it seemed that her masters did too. Something important was certainly to her and this relationship that they had.<br><br>Beth tilted her head when he asked her about food, and what would she might like to eat. A frown slightly furrowed her brow. “I….I don’t really know, I was going to make something with noodles today. If that’s alright with you? I suppose if…anything, uhrrrrm well I don’t really know, I like vegetarian food. Lentils and chickpeas and the like….I like salads too.” Beth shrugged then; she really tried hard not to think about food too much. Though she was getting much better the girl was still somewhat uncomfortable on the subject. “What is your favourite food master? I’m interested, then maybe I can start practising to make it for you.”<br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>07-04-2010, 10:07:05</strong>
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				Mike grinned.&nbsp; "It's good that you want to know, and do that for me," he told her, "but we're not talking about me right now, we're talking about you.&nbsp; Wasn't there ever a time where you could remember that someone would prepare something special for you?&nbsp; Maybe a comfort food that you particularly enjoy?"<br><br>He wondered about that for a moment while Beth thought.&nbsp; Was it possible that nobody had ever shown the girl particular kindness?&nbsp; Had her entire life been nothing but brutality and abuse?&nbsp; The thought of that being the case both worried him, and made him somewhat angry.&nbsp; It was fine to make someone live in constant pain, if that was how they wanted to live - but Beth wasn't like that.&nbsp; She wasn't a pain-slut.&nbsp; She'd endure whatever pain was necessary to please her Master, but the sensation of pain wasn't particularly erotic all on its own.&nbsp; She'd learned that a little hurt served to intensify a sexual experience, but she'd never climax on pain alone - it just wasn't who she was.<br><br>He added to his question then, tentatively and with a bit of uncertainty if he should even breach the subject, "Beth, was there ever anyone in your life who you could say, without reservation or question, who treated you lovingly and cared about your well being?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>07-04-2010, 14:21:20</strong>
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				Beth was quiet very for sometime she looked out of the window, seeing her reflection there, as well the scenery that passed by. Still there was silence as her brow furrowed and was cooled by the glass. The girl bit her lip, still unable to answer the question. The reason being was that she really could not, she really could not find an answer …at least not straight away.<br><br>Closing her eyes then Beth searched for memories but found horror that made her tense and then found darkness which made her take a sharp intake of breath. Somewhere in-between there were swirls and patterns glimpses but it was all to confusing from the time before her father died. It was almost like that was a dream that she had filled in the details. Had he been kind. Beth had always believed so but then was it just because he had been better than her life now. There was that picture where she looked happy, but then had that been pretence too? Just as she had pretended so much after his death.<br><br>“I don’t know Master I …I don’t remember. I don’t remember much things always get a little muddled when I try too remember too far back. Sometimes I think that my mind is playing games with me.” Her eyes were open again as Beth continued to stare out of the window. “Maybe my father …but now I am not entirely sure….”&nbsp; <br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>09-04-2010, 20:31:02</strong>
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				As Mike pulled into the driveway, he squeezed Beth's shoulder gently.&nbsp; "Don't worry about it.&nbsp; I see you becoming more and more of a 'whole' person each day.&nbsp; If you remember, you remember.&nbsp; If not... well...&nbsp; I'm not going to push you.&nbsp; I will ask, every so often though, and we'll see what comes of it - ok?"<br><br>It had begun to rain.&nbsp; It wasn't too cold out, a bit cool, but not 'cold'.&nbsp; The air was musty, with an early fall scent to it.&nbsp; He unlocked the door and let her step inside.&nbsp; He reached into his pocket and took out the key to her closet and drawers, handing it to her.&nbsp; "You know what you need to do," he told her, "re-lock everything when you're changed, and leave the key on my desk.<br><br>Reaching into a closet, he took out a raincoat and put it on.&nbsp; "I have a few things I need to do outside," he told her, "I'll be back in a few hours.&nbsp; Plan to have supper ready for 7:00, and use your time wisely." he added, then stepped back off the front stoop, and made his way around the secluded back area of the house...
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>09-04-2010, 22:03:32</strong>
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				Beth did not mind the rain so much, nor was the scent too upsetting but there something in the air that made the slight girl tense. She took a few deep breaths but did not speak, she swallowed her words. <em>something we have to do outside…things to do outside…</em> yes the words rang in her head. The damp aroma only added to that sense of fear that was gathering.&nbsp; Like some toxic cloud Beth was finding it harder to breath, yet she knew that she had to have trust and strength.<br><br>Thus the girl merely nodded though her face had grown a little paler. Of course in reality this was a chance to escape, perhaps a week or so ago she might have taken it, but not now, Beth knew that trust was so important. There was only one escape and Beth was aware of it. So many things passed through her mind and fleeting images fluttered like leaves there, like the dry dead leaves of autumn.<br><br>Still without a voice Beth followed each instruction very carefully, knowing and trusting her master would not bury her in the dark. Beth watched the clock as she prepared supper, and as always it was well made. However she was careful to make sure it was going to be ready for just after 7:00 so that her master would have time to change.<br><br>As well as performing household duties including cleaning the den and the kitchen as well as the bathroom, Beth worked on some projects and also showered and cleaned her self as she had been instructed to do so. As the time ticked towards his return Beth became nervous. However much she trusted him the damp scent had scared her. More than once she checked the keys. Making sure they were where she had left them.<br><br>Beth did vomit as nerves got the better of her though it was in the bathroom... which she cleaned again.<br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>09-04-2010, 22:54:06</strong>
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				Mike returned just before supper time.&nbsp; His boots were mildly muddy, so he left them in the mudroom just inside the door.&nbsp; Otherwise, he was mostly dry under the raincoat he'd worn.&nbsp; There was something about early autumn and mid-spring rains that he loved.&nbsp; In spring, it was the fresh clean smell, and in autumn, that rustic smell that had an element of the spookiness to it.&nbsp; The air temperature was not overly cold, but the raindrops were a bit cooler, and it made for an interesting sensation... one he planned to introduce Beth to.&nbsp; She'd learned enough by now, Mike reasoned, that she was ready to experience a few things designed simply for his pleasure.&nbsp; <br><br>Inside, he found his key where it belonged, and he put it with the others, then made his way to the kitchen.&nbsp; Beth was just finishing up - dressed as he expected, in only the house dress.&nbsp; He could sense from her movements that the change in routine had affected her somewhat.&nbsp; That too, was something she'd need to learn.&nbsp; Routine was good, but one needed to adapt to changes here and there.<br><br>He sat, waited for her to serve him, then take her seat before he spoke.&nbsp; "Something's bothering you," he told her, "I can tell."&nbsp; He paused a moment, then added, "Tell me what's got you upset."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>10-04-2010, 13:23:12</strong>
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				Beth was a little furtive and tense. She did not want to be, after all the girl knew she could trust her master, yet old and established patterns of behaviour were still in some cases hard to. It was usually scents which caught her, after all many of her experiences had been in the dark and this scent had been far more enhanced. She was not sure what the scent reminded her of wholly, the girl had just been nervous and her mind had mingled reality with memory. <br><br>“I am sorry master…I …I don’t know…I panicked a little the smell of the damp ground…its like I can taste it too.” She tensed again “I know that I am safe here, and …and I am sorry for…I did not mean you disrespect.”<br><br>There was another pause as Beth seemed to try to find the right words, “I just …just remembered …when we…we went away somewhere…” Beth shook her head and frowned. “I am…I just like to get myself prepared …” tears welled up in her eyes. “But I don’t need to …with you…” There was another breath as the girl wiped away her tears, “I am sorry master…but I did learn …I learned that …that you have to do things alone without me, and they…they are for you. A good slave should…should remember that.”<br><br>Beth finally looked up as you told me a good master will not be violent or cruel, I think I know that a good slave with trust her mas…master completely. A good slave will not fear her masters intentions…”<br><br>She bowed her head again. She was a little less fertive but still there was that tnesion there Beth was learning but old habits certainly died hard.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>12-04-2010, 20:51:50</strong>
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				Glen only smile gently as he listened to her.<br><br>"You don't need to be sorry, " he told her, "past events can cause you to flashback a bit, and that's OK - I just want you to tell me about it, like you are."&nbsp; He began to eat, and made a point again, to indicate his pleasure with her cooking.&nbsp; "We will go out tonight, you and I.&nbsp; But you will not spend the night outside."<br><br>He wondered to himself, what exactly it was about her words "smell" was always there, but this time she mentioned "taste"... <br><br>"Beth," he asked her after another bite, and pause, "Did someone ever... put you in a mud hole... or bury you... or something like that?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>13-04-2010, 11:44:37</strong>
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				When she saw the enjoyment of her master in her food Beth relaxed a little more and offered a slight smile though she still remained a little tense especially when he mentioned the mud, when he mentioned the earth, and the burying.<br><br>She shuddered a little and bowed her head, Beth remembered a taste of earth in her mouth she remembered the fear when it was dark. There was a fear of moving too, yet the memory was hard to find it was buried deep. “I really don’t know master, or at least I don’t remember…” The girl frowned as she struggled in the search of her mind. “It was only a game…I didn’t like the game…I remember that… I remember my nose bled after it though.” The girls hand reached to her nose and she swallowed hard again. <br><br>Nibbling her food, Beth watched Doctor Cole carefully, she was relieved she would not have to spend the night outside, and the girl was sure that he would not play ‘games’. Or at least not the games that made her afraid. The games, which were still hidden and only returned in the dark when she tried to sleep, however touching the colour about her neck aided a little in calming herself.<br><br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>13-04-2010, 15:38:27</strong>
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				Mike nodded as she spoke.&nbsp; "Games are something that should be enjoyable... for all the players, regardless if there's a winner or looser."&nbsp; He considered for a moment, trying to find the best way to approach the subject.&nbsp; After a bit of contemplation, and a few more bites of his supper, he continued.&nbsp; "You already know that a slave's role, is to please her Master.&nbsp; I believe that you want to please me - you've prooven that already.&nbsp; You also know that there are times I'll require you to endure certain ... unpleasant... things - spending the night gagged, for example.&nbsp; What you need to know, is that I like seeing you like that - I enjoy exploring my fantasies with you and your body."<br><br>He paused again, still considering the right words.&nbsp; "I want to know that your success at enduring such things eventually brings YOU pleasure in some way, and that - unlike your previous Master, I value you and your future.&nbsp; If serving me in this capacity is unpleasant for you, I will release you from your contract.&nbsp; You'll still have to live here and follow my rules as was our agreement before you came here a few weeks ago, but it would not be as a slave.&nbsp; I love you Beth, and I want you to be my slave, but not at the cost of bringing you to harm as was done to you in the past.&nbsp; Do you understand what I'm trying to say?"<br><br>Mike frowned a bit, not at all pleased with his choice of words, but they were made.&nbsp; He hoped she understood, and if not, would ask him for clarification.&nbsp; His eyes moved to hers, and he placed his hand over hers and gave it a squeeze.&nbsp; "Your Master loves you Beth, your personality, your body... all of you.&nbsp; Because of that love, I want you to be truly happy."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>13-04-2010, 17:45:57</strong>
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				Beth sat and listened ,occasionally she ate a little food, watching as her small portion diminished from the plate. Still she drank water to wash it down, though it was less than the girl had taken before she seemed to take time to think about all that her master said. Carefully she thought it through and she processed his words again.<br><br>The girl finished her meal as much as she was able to, a little more food each day. Even when they both finished the girl was very quiet, as she cleaned up, her mind was a whirl but Beth knew what she wanted, even with a choice Beth was already sure more sure than she had been for so long.<br><br>It was only when everything was cleared and cleaned did she return to Mike and kneel before him. “Master, I love you and I want …want to be your slave. I hope I can please you…I…I…have to please you.” <br><br>There was another pause as the girl rested her head on Mikes lap. “I…I understand master…”&nbsp; She indeed understood, and she would endure anything her master asked, because she felt so strongly about him, he was so different. “Please allow me to be your slave.” Her hand was placed on Mike’s thigh but did not move any higher. “All of me belongs to you Master…” Gently the girl took his hands then and placed them on her collar along with her own. “I knew the first time master…”<br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zorak</strong> on <strong>13-04-2010, 18:11:11</strong>
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				Mike smiled, then stroked her hair gently.&nbsp; Her head in his lap felt so wonderful.<br><br>"I wouldn't want it any other way." he told her, "I just wanted to be certain you understood things completely.&nbsp; As you remember more and more of what's happened to you in the past, it's all the more important I know that your judgements and decisions aren't clouded by any of that."&nbsp; He paused for a moment, then added, "I want the Beth that the others didn't allow to come out - if only they understood what they were missing... you have so much to give."&nbsp; He leaned down and gently kissed her forehead.<br><br>He reached behind him, and got her medicine, pouring the liquid into the now familiar little cup and placed it in front of Beth.&nbsp; "Remember to remind me if I forget this," he told her, "It's very important for you to keep getting better, and I don't want you to miss a dose and then get ill."<br><br>After a few more moments of enjoying her hair, he stood and squeezed her shoulder.&nbsp; "Get the kitchen cleaned up," he told her, "Then find me in the den."<br><br>Beth would hear him going up and down from the basement once or twice, as she worked...
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				Title: <strong>Re: Learning Curves (Senti &amp; Zorak)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Senti</strong> on <strong>13-04-2010, 18:57:07</strong>
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				<br><br>“Master I understand….I do” another sigh escaped her lips when he kissed her forehead, her head bowed easily and when she did that her true nature was so apparent. She took her medicine without question. She no longer sniffed at it to try to catch a scent. That was trust.<br><br>As always Beth cleaned the kitchen, and filled the dishwasher, everything was left clean and tidy; she likely spent a little longer than most just to make sure her master would be pleased. She was not afraid even when she heard to footfalls of her master, she had to have trust, and that was one thing Mike had taught her.<br><br>There was some curiosity…even if that was what killed the cat. Still that was a better sensation than fear. Once finished her chores the slight girl went to the den and knelt silently in front of her master with her head bowed in a most appropriate manner.<br><br>Of course Beth did not speak however made ready to remove her dress should Mike instruct her to do so.<br>
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