EXPECTATIONS
I, Sarah Henderson, hereinafter referred to as submissive, does of my own free mind and open heart, offer myself in consensual submission to Sawyer Morrison, hereinafter referred to as Sir, during his training period so that we may both grow, and I may assist him during his transition into the BDSM lifestyle, beginning immediately and ending when his training is completed as deemed by his trainers, the BDSM community, and myself.
OBJECTIVE
The objective of this temporary contract is to make clear the expectations of both Sir and submissive and the consequences for failure to abide by this agreement. This written treaty shall serve as the basis for teaching how to live a healthy and happy BDSM lifestyle, while improving both lives in the spirit of a loving and consensual Dominance and submission relationship. It is the intention of this trainer, i.e. submissive, to help further Sawyer Morrison’s knowledge by guiding and assisting in his self-awareness and exploration.
Submissive desires that trust and open communication be a significant and vital part of this relationship on the part of both parties, in addition to obedience by the submissive.
The terms and conditions set forth in this agreement are a formal way of defining the rules by which both enter into this safe, sane and consensual relationship.
By accepting and signing this temporary contract, both Sir and submissive agree that these terms and conditions cannot be altered in any way except by shared approval. These terms and conditions may be negotiated; meaning Sir will hear any arguments or suggestions that are presented in a clear, concise and calm manner.
Note: No part of this temporary pact can interfere with the professional life of the submissive or Dominant. It is meant to guide them and cannot be harm their ability to get their jobs done.
SUBMISSIVE RESPONSIBILITIES (suggestions, please revise and/or add as you see fit)
1. It is the responsibility of submissive to be pleasing in all ways – intellectually, visually, sexually and domestically.
2. Submissive is required to obey all commands given by Sir within reasonable and fair limits.
3. Submissive agrees to show an attitude of respect and reverence to Sir at all times.
4. Submissive must be calm, clear and to the point when relaying opinions any time she disagrees with Sir, but accepts that Sir has final say in all matters.
5. Rash or disrespectful behavior of any kind is a punishable offense.
6. Submissive shall address Sawyer as “Sir” as frequently as possible in private, and as often as opportunity allows in public.
7. Sir and submissive will have daily discussions in regards to all activities that have transpired and progression of Dominant training.
8. Submissive will use the power granted to her in her role as a trainer in assisting Sir to strengthen his character, integrity and Dominance.
DOMINANT RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Sir is responsible for being courteous and respectful to submissive at all times.
2. Sir will be patient with submissive as she learns his needs and preferences.
3. Sir will maintain an honest and communicative relationship with submissive.
4. Sir will use the power and authority within his role in assisting submissive to grow in character, strength, and confidence.
5. Sir will respect the use of safe word as designated by submissive (see below).
6. Sir cannot dominate while inebriated, and drug use and excessive alcohol use is grounds for termination of contract and training.
SAFE WORD
1. Submissive is permitted use of a safe word in all activities, and will never be denied the use of it.
2. If a situation arises where a safeword is necessitated, Sir will immediately terminate the current course of action and re-evaluate the situation with submissive.
3. Following the use of a safeword, a candid and straightforward discussion is to be had in a calm manner to explain why the safeword was used. Sir and submissive will then develop a clear and concise plan of attack to avoid any further miscommunication (if any) and use of safeword.
4. The safewords of choice will be: Orion (for red) and Andromeda (for yellow)
PUNISHMENT (please specify your choice of punishment)
1. No meditation for one day = _____________
2. Failure to comply to a direct order in private/*public = _____________
3. Backtalk/disrespectfulness = _____________
*Penalties earned in public will be dispensed in private at the first available opportunity.
HARD LIMITS
At no time will the following be forced upon submissive:
1. Other male sexual partners (unless discussed prior to scene)
2. Mental, physical or verbal abuse.
3. Breaking laws
4. Threatening of life, verbally or physically
5. Any activity that will cause irreparable bodily damage and/or harm.
6. Edge play (unless discussed prior to scene and done under direct supervision of an experienced edge player - see stipulation #5)
7. Scat play.
I, submissive Sarah Henderson, offer my submission on loan to Sir Sawyer Morrison under the terms stated above on this the _____ day of _____ in the year 2013.
Signature of submissive (to be signed in presence of Sir) ________________________________________
I, Sir Sawyer Morrison, offer my acceptance of Sarah’s temporary submission while training to be a Dominant under the terms stated above on this the _____ day of _____ in the year 2013.
Signature of Dominant (to be signed in presence of submissive) _________________________________________
Chapter 10
Sawyer had dreamt of Sarah after reading the contract. Having lacked structure in his childhood, it was something that he craved and insisted on as he grew into an adult, and BDSM was giving him exactly that. Of course, sexual power and control was a significant part of the equation and charm that appealed to him, but he had come to the conclusion that sex wasn’t everything about BDSM that attracted him to it. There was so much more to it than he had ever anticipated.
The evening promised to be informative and he was going to be introduced to a new submissive – one who was experienced in living as a slave. Sawyer had jotted down all the questions he could think of before meeting her, wondering why and how someone would want to live in such a controlled environment and with having no say in making their own decisions.
Before he could write anything else down, he needed to focus on the task at hand.
He contacted the company pilot and scheduled a flight to Atlanta the following Monday to have either a come to Jesus or go to hell meeting with Jameson Christopherson. He had made a promise not only to himself, but to Dylan and Isabel to see things through to the end and hopefully, this would be the end of all things relating to Emilio Ibanez. Sawyer didn’t notify Dylan of his trip because the last thing he needed was a tag along, but instead he invited Murphy, a fellow employee and close confidant. They had been through some rough shit, but Murphy had stayed loyal despite everything that went down the previous year. It was Murphy that Simon’s gun had been pointed at when Sawyer had stepped in, taking the bullet for his friend, and he knew if Murphy found out he was planning on going alone, the shit would hit the fan and he would most likely end up with a size 11 foot up his ass.
Evening came faster than Sawyer had wanted. He felt ill-prepared despite having done his homework and written out his thoughts ahead of time. Neither Isabel nor Dylan would be accompanying him to the private gathering that was being held by Kerian. It was going to be held in the personal Master’s Quarters of his home, and it was a great honor that Sawyer had been invited. One of Kerian’s slaves was on a weekend loan to Sawyer to command as he wished, and it was daunting to think about. Sawyer would be staying the weekend at Kerian’s estate so he could be coached extensively on Master/slave etiquette. Having Kerian in close proximity and on hand for personal instruction put his mind at ease. Somewhat.