I love their dynamic,, but part of me is concerned. Can Robert even hold genuine love and ...

I’m reading the novel and this is still unclear. What’s clear is that he holds genuine attachment and a need for her to punish and coddle him, like he loves when she takes care of him and checks on his tasks and like when she bullies her. But the ily words were so far only in Courtney’s thoughts

Interesting, would you mind sharing the link? I would love to read the novel (⌒▽⌒)

Super interesting! Obviously his way of holding affection is valid, but they've demonstrated how clearly manipulative Robert is. He knows exactly what to say or do to give the illusion of the person he portrays himself as to Courtney. Its very uncomfortable given that he is still holding a majority of the power. It doesn't actually feel like Court is doing anything of her own volition, and is being coerced into it.

That isn't to say she doesn't enjoy it, or she isn't suited. I think she is coming into her dom status nicely and with practice, that she's genuinely enjoying it too, but it feels... like fake. I think im quick to be judgemental because im a lesbian and a man hater

I got cut off oh no! But essentially what i said is I love this read, its fantastic, but Im hoping for real romance. I hope she discovers his pathetic manipulative self and loves it. Idk it feels like a man tricking a woman to be dominant rn,,, like if that makes sense?

i love how you're calling him robert lmao never change pls

I'm reading the novel and it seems like in the beginning he only wanted her bc of his lust but he is slowly falling for her.

Where are you reading the novel?

Wait... is that not his name...

FUCK ITS RICHARD

The latest chapter we’re so weird idk about that. Maybe he confused he need of more of Courtney for his need to harsher BDSM? But at the same time he’s been pretty consistent about wanting more of the hardcore stuff. Anyway we’ll see how he deals with Courtney and yk…

https://tangerinearchive.com/series/in-the-doghouse/