I am naked on the bed. My arms are by my sides and my genitals, exposed, vulnerable. I feel fear.

“Are you ready?”

Agony is just seconds away yet I must undergo my ordeal in a dignified way - I am making her a gift of my pain, demonstrating my devotion, my loyalty.

“I promise to be both loyal to you in mind and body, Mistress.”

I close my eyes and wait for the impact.

I briefly discern the hiss of the flogger knowing that it is arcing down with cruel intent.

I hear the leather falls smack against my sensitive flesh – my penis and testicles 'burn'. I cry out but maintain my position. And in this precious, distilled essence of time, I dance fleetingly with the flame of the divine, knowing and all too willing to gladly forfeit my life for her should she wish it…