Quote Originally Posted by Kyros
To me, Master/slave or D/s relationships in some ways are a very intense expression of love and dedication between two people..to the extent that I feel that true M/s relationships are almost spiritual in the way it liberates both the Master and the slave..
While I have only ever been in D/s relationships, your take on both hit the right chord with me! Especially the part I put in bold type....I would only add trust to your list.

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