He had shown her indulgence, doubtless because he sensed her ignorance.
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A more aware kajira would have doubtless been punished seriously for her lack of instant obedience.
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But then a more aware kajira would not be likely to have been punished at all, for she would have obeyed instantly.
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Aware kajirae are seldom punished, for there is no reason to punish them.
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They know, of course, that they may be punished for the least failure to be fully pleasing.
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Indeed, they know, as well, the master needs no reason to punish them.
He had struck her only twice.
He had shown her indulgence, doubtless because he sensed her ignorance.
A more aware kajira would have doubtless been punished seriously for her lack of instant obedience.
But then a more aware kajira would not be likely to have been punished at all, for she would have obeyed instantly.
Aware kajirae are seldom punished, for there is no reason to punish them.
They know, of course, that they may be punished for the least failure to be fully pleasing.
Indeed, they know, as well, the master needs no reason to punish them.
- (Kur of Gor, Chapter )