I'm not the monster you think I am ... I'm so much worse Warning: This story contains scenes of graphic violence, explicit sexual content and graphic sexual violence "Does the Devil know he is a devil?" - Elizabeth Madox Roberts

Power exchange relationships are as varied as the people who participate in them. Herein, you will find a collection of essays which address varied topics within these types of interactions. These perspectives are drawn out of years of experience, study, skill development and personal perspectives, but that, by any stretch of the imagination, does not makes them the end all be all. They are offered here as thought-provoking posts, exercises which can be used for new, development and long standing relationships. These points of view will, it is hoped, benefit others as they forge their own path.

Katelyn stared at the two men. A sense of palpable excitement mixed with a touch of dread. "Relax," Jacob said. "Breathe with me... and follow my voice, as we take control." Mark gazed up heat her as he knelt before them. "So it begins," he said and smiles up at her

For six weeks Lexus world was caught up in achieving entrance into the elusive Sovereign Society. Now that she'd achieved the status of initiate her world was about to change forever. Would it be a step into her greatest fantasy or a dreaded path to hell on Earth? Welcome to the Sovereign Society.

Top Rankings: #1 in Rope #1 in Kinky ________________________________________________________________________ Silence holds the room in a deep embrace while I process his words. "What do you mean you agree with the boy?" "Something is off with you. You are disconnected, full of venomous attitude and out of touch with self." With a deep breath, I try to regain control in a situation which suddenly fells as if it is going against me. "It's just a hard moment in life right now, Sir." A sarcastic note hits the last word, as it flicks off my tongue. For I wait a breath, trying to internally compose myself. "It is not my intent to show disrespect to either of you, in any of my roles within this household." "And yet..." The words hung in the air. An overwhelming emotional waves , my shoulders sagged, and I nodded. "Our boy came to me with concerns for your health and well-being. You've unnecessarily worried him, caused concerns for me while I was on travel and worse yet- placed yourself in stressful situations, hard mental states and a place of personal exhaustion." His words cause me to notice a mental weight I did not realize I carried. "You are to take the rest of the day and tomorrow to clear up your desk. Alert your office you need to take two days off. This is a three day weekend, it will give us enough time to adjust this attitude and hit the reset button." "That is not necessary, Sir. While I know I'm out of sorts, I don't think we need to initiate a reset protocol and rite. Besides, the rest button takes more than just a command to make it happen." "Then we should follow the household rules and take a vote. Two-thirds majority will either start the reset protocol or we will sit down to find a different direction. As per our whole agreement when we all entered this unique relationship - we are all equal for this vote. Do you agree to to the vote, Tess?"

A battle for love and survival in a world of secrets. Atlas Devereaux thought she had left her past behind when she found love and security with Reece Gabriel, but now her questionable choices have come back to haunt her. A sinister threat from a secret society she thought she had escaped forces her to confront the consequences of her decisions. With Reece by her side, they must navigate through danger and uncertainty, revisiting their shared intimate desires and enlisting the help of old friends. Reece is committed to keeping Atlas safe, even if it means making drastic changes to his own life. But as they play a dangerous game of passion and power, they wonder if their love is strong enough to withstand the fallout of Atlas's past choices. Can they build a future together or will the weight of the responsibility and power Atlas fears be too much to bear? In the thrilling conclusion of their story, the question remains: will their love be enough to conquer all? As Atlas and Reece face a future that is both complicated and secret, they must fight to preserve the bond that binds them. The secrets she's kept hidden are finally catching up with her, as Atlas confronts the possibility of becoming the Regent she never wanted to be. The looming threat from the secret society that seeks to control her life puts their love to the test. Will they be able to navigate the treacherous waters of this society while also fighting to preserve the love they share? Now, Atlas and Reece are in a battle for their lives and their love. As the darkness threatens to consume them both, they must fight to preserve the bond that binds them. Will their love be enough to conquer all, or will the consequences of Atlas's past choices tear them apart?

In a world of power and desire, trust is a dangerous game. Thomas "Kade" Kinkaid thought he had left danger behind when he left the Rangers, but when he's tasked with taking charge of the Empyrean Club, he realizes he's jumped out of the frying pan and into the fire. When the mistress of the club disappears, Kade must step up and run the high-end establishment. But when a blood-soaked knife is plunged into the club's door, Kade knows he's in over his head. Desperate for help, Kade turns to up-and-coming cop Jessica Lawson. Together, they race to uncover the truth behind the attack before it's too late. As they delve deeper into the seedy underbelly of the city, Kade finds himself drawn to Jessica's strength and determination. He senses something in her, a dominant energy that he can't resist. As Kade tries to pull out the leader inside Jessica, they grow closer and the chemistry between them ignites. But when their search for the truth takes a dangerous turn, they must decide whether to trust each other completely or risk everything in a game where power and desire blur the lines of trust. Will Kade and Jessica's dangerous attraction lead them to the truth, or will it tear them apart and put everything they've worked for in jeopardy?

Choices have consequences. Atlas Devereaux is about to face hers. Atlas Devereaux thought she could escape her dangerous obsession by running away, but now she's facing a cash crunch and struggling to keep her secrets hidden. To secure her future, she must return to the place she once called home and confront the consequences of her choices. But the man she once obeyed completely still holds power over her, and she must turn to him for help. When Reece discovers a shocking truth about Atlas, he's torn between forgiving her and letting it destroy them both. With a better understanding of why she ran, he's desperate to know if their spark was only a one-sided or prelude to deceit. But when he tracks her down to deliver a word of warning, he may not be able to handle her shocking truth. As they grapple with their past, a new danger emerges: Atlas' stalker may have found her. Together, they race to a Caribbean island hoping to evade her vengeful stalker, and Reece must decide how much he's willing to sacrifice for the sake of the woman he thought he knew. With their lives on the line, Reece is determined to keep Atlas safe and help her set things right. But can they evade the stalker and keep Atlas' secrets buried, or will everything she holds dear be destroyed?

When hidden desires meet danger, trust becomes a dangerous game. Dr. Jillian Hart is a highly skilled counselor who has spent her career helping others navigate their complex emotional lives. But when it comes to her own love life, she's at a loss. That is until her friend Samantha convinces her to step out of her comfort zone and attend the exclusive Empyrean Club, a secretive establishment where hidden desires and passions run rampant. At the club, Jillian meets Ian Breckenridge, the chivalrous security guard who's drawn to Jillian's intelligence and beauty. Despite their mutual attraction, Ian struggles to take charge of the whip-smart woman he's saved from unwanted attention, the way he truly wants.. Together, they navigate the dangerous waters of a power dynamic that threatens to consume them both, all while exploring the dark corners of their own desires. But as they explore their hidden desires, their professional and personal lives collide, and they find themselves in the middle of a dangerous game where secrets, lust, and power are the ultimate currency. Can they keep their passions a secret, or will their desires be exposed to the world? As their relationship grows more intense, Jillian and Ian must navigate the treacherous waters of love, power, and desire in a world where trust is a dangerous game. Will they be able to keep their desires hidden and find their true selves, or will their passions destroy everything they've worked for?

Will Atlas risk everything for love, even when danger is lurking in the shadows? Behind the masks of the Empyrean Club, love and danger collide. Atlas Devereaux had her world well balanced, at least from the outside, until Reece Gabriel turned her life upside down with a stolen kiss at a masked gala. But when a spurned client's obsession turns dangerous and Atlas receives blue roses with threatening notes, she realizes that her carefully crafted life is unraveling at the seams. Despite her fears, she keeps the stalking a secret from everyone, unsure how to keep everyone in her world safe without her past choices coming back to haunt her. With a stalker bent on revenge, Atlas tries to keep both her worlds from colliding. She questions if the masks she wears are enough to protect her from the dangers lurking in the shadows. With the stalker's messages becoming more sinister by the day, Atlas must face the harsh truth that her two worlds are about to collide, and the consequences could be deadly. Welcome to the Empyrean Club, where masks hide more than just faces. Will Atlas be able to outwit her stalker and keep herself and those she loves safe, or will her past decisions come back to haunt her in the most dangerous way possible?