Date: Sat, 2 Mar 2024 05:07:42 -0700 From: tarzan Subject: Tarzan and the Dance of Dominance - Chapter 36 Disclaimer: I do not own Tarzan or related characters and am not making a profit from sharing this story here. The character was created by Edgar Rice Burroughs and is now in the public domain. Any similarity between the characters in this story and real people is entirely coincidental and incredibly hot. I always appreciate your feedback and would love to hear your ideas. Please support Nifty with donations of any size to help them provide a platform for so many fascinating stories. Please use this link to donate: http://donate.nifty.org/. Chapter 36: The Moment of Subliminal Truth-------------------------------- (c) tarzanstud1@gmail.com In the midst of the night, Tarzan's mind wandered into the realm of dreams. The jungle canopy above seemed to blur and shift, transforming into a surreal tapestry of vibrant colors and shadows. He found himself standing at the edge of a clearing, where the lush green foliage gave way to a space bathed in a soft, ethereal light. Before him, a group of imposing figures stood, their silhouettes tall and powerful. These were the alpha males, the dominant forces that ruled the jungle and the upcoming Alpha Ascension. Their presence exuded an air of authority and strength that Tarzan couldn't deny. As he stepped forward, Tarzan felt a mixture of anticipation and trepidation. The ground beneath his feet felt different, almost as if it yielded to his every step. He glanced down and realized that he was no longer barefoot on the jungle floor. Instead, his feet were encased in ornate leather sandals, intricately designed with patterns of vines and leaves. The alpha males turned towards Tarzan, their eyes piercing and assessing. Each one seemed to represent a facet of power--Lord Harrington with his refined elegance, Mr. Blackwood with his unwavering confidence, and Alden with his sharp intellect. In this dreamworld, Tarzan's instincts urged him to kneel, to acknowledge the superiority of these figures. It was a sensation that coursed through his veins, a recognition of his true place in this hierarchy. He felt a strange sense of liberation in surrendering to the truth. As he descended to his knees, a low, rumbling growl of approval emanated from the alpha males. It was a sound that reverberated through the clearing, a primal affirmation of Tarzan's submission. Yet, just as Tarzan's forehead touched the soft earth, a new figure materialized before him--a dark and imposing presence that seemed to materialize from the shadows. It was Baron von Richter, the enigmatic and commanding force that had, unbeknownst to tarzan, emerged as a central figure in the Alpha Ascension. Baron von Richter's presence was overwhelming. His attire exuded dominance, adorned in dark leather that accentuated every sinew of his powerful form. A cloak billowed around him, its edges trailing like shadows in his wake. His gaze bore into Tarzan with an intensity that was impossible to ignore. In the dream, Tarzan felt a jolt of recognition and a surge of conflicting emotions. The Baron's arrival disrupted the delicate balance of submission and revealed new layers to the unfolding narrative. The Baron spoke, his voice a deep and resonant timbre that echoed through the clearing. His words were a challenge, a call to action that demanded Tarzan's acknowledgment. It was a moment of reckoning, a confrontation with a force that could shatter the very foundations of Tarzan's perception. As the dream wove its intricate tapestry, Tarzan grappled with these conflicting currents of submission and resistance. The jungle around him seemed to hold its breath, awaiting the next turn of events. In the dream's surreal tableau, the contrast between Tarzan and Baron von Richter was stark and unmistakable. As they stood face to face, the distinctions between them seemed to magnify, emphasizing the essence of who they were at their core. Baron von Richter's presence was a force of nature, an embodiment of raw power and unyielding authority. His frame exuded strength, muscles rippling beneath the dark leather that clung to him like a second skin. The outfit Tarzan imagined him in emphasized every sinew, leaving no room for doubt about the Baron's dominance. Tarzan's gaze swept over the Baron's form, taking in the intricate details of his attire. A spike-studded codpiece adorned his waist, a testament to the merciless cruelty that von Richter wielded with unwavering precision. It was a symbol of dominance, a declaration of superiority that left no room for doubt. In contrast, Tarzan's own form seemed to shift and waver, as if struggling to find its place within this dynamic. He felt a surge of vulnerability, an acknowledgment of the vast chasm that separated him from the Baron. His loincloth, once a symbol of his jungle prowess, now felt inadequate in the face of such unbridled dominance. As the dream unfolded, Tarzan found himself caught in a whirlwind of conflicting emotions. On one hand, there was a visceral recognition of the Baron's superiority--an instinctual understanding that resonated deep within him. It was a truth that stirred something primal, a recognition of the hierarchy that governed their interactions. Yet, alongside this acknowledgment, there simmered a sense of resistance--a spark of defiance that refused to be extinguished. It was Tarzan's indomitable spirit, a reminder that even in the face of overwhelming dominance, there remained a core of untamed strength. The air around them seemed charged with tension, as if the very fabric of the dreamworld pulsed with the currents of their conflicting energies. The jungle itself held its breath, bearing witness to this elemental clash of wills. In a moment that seemed to stretch into eternity, Tarzan met the Baron's penetrating gaze. It was a gaze that bore into his soul, demanding submission, yet also hinting at a challenge--an invitation to rise to the occasion. As the dream danced on, Tarzan felt the weight of this pivotal moment. The choices he made in this ephemeral realm held the power to shape the course of his waking reality. It was a revelation that hung heavy in the air, a crossroads where the boundaries between instinct and conscious choice blurred. As the pivotal moment arrived, Tarzan stood on the precipice of a profound choice. The dreamworld held its breath, as if awaiting the verdict that would shape the course of their interaction. In a heartbeat, Tarzan's gaze met Baron von Richter's unyielding stare. The air between them seemed charged with an electric current, carrying the weight of their unspoken understanding. It was a juncture where the dance of dominance and submission hung in delicate balance. Tarzan felt a surge of primal energy coursing through him--a wellspring of untamed power that pulsed in rhythm with his heartbeat. It was a force that emanated from the very core of his being, a reminder of the jungle's indomitable spirit that flowed within him. In that charged instant, Tarzan made a choice--an assertion of his own essence, a declaration of his untamed strength. With a resolute step forward, he closed the distance between them, meeting the Baron's unyielding presence with a force of his own. Baron von Richter's piercing gaze did not waver. Instead, it seemed to acknowledge Tarzan's unspoken challenge, accepting the mantle of dominance with a measured nod. In that acknowledgment, there was a tacit understanding--a recognition that, in this dreamworld, the dynamics were set. As if guided by an unspoken cue, Tarzan lowered himself to one knee, a gesture of deference that resonated with the ancient rhythms of hierarchy and submission. It was an acknowledgment of the Baron's authority, an affirmation of the power dynamic that pulsed between them. The dreamworld seemed to shift, its contours molding to the newfound dynamic. The jungle itself bore witness to this dance of dominance, embracing the primal truths that guided their interaction. With a voice that held the resonance of command, Baron von Richter spoke, his words cutting through the charged atmosphere. He set the terms of their encounter, directing Tarzan with a precision that left no room for ambiguity. Tarzan listened, his senses attuned to the Baron's every word. There was a clarity in the Baron's directives--an assurance that he understood the intricacies of dominance and submission on a level that transcended the dreamworld. As the dream unfolded, Tarzan found himself navigating this new dynamic with a sense of purpose and clarity. He responded to the Baron's commands with a fluidity that spoke to an instinctual understanding of their roles. The dance between them became a symphony of dominance and submission, each movement a testament to the unspoken truths that bound them. It was a revelation--a merging of primal energies that surged and swirled in harmonious cadence. In the heart of the dreamworld, Tarzan and Baron von Richter forged a connection that transcended the boundaries of the waking world. It was emblematic of the complexities of dominance and submission, a reminder that within each of them resided the capacity for untamed power. As Tarzan knelt before Baron von Richter, the dreamworld seemed to hold its breath, anticipating the Baron's next move. The air was charged with a palpable tension, carrying the weight of their unspoken understanding. The Baron's voice sliced through the charged atmosphere, each word carrying the resonance of command. His directives were clear and unwavering, leaving no room for ambiguity. "Submit, Tarzan," he intoned, his tone a declaration of dominance that echoed through the dreamworld. Tarzan's senses were attuned to the Baron's every word, his very being aligning with the rhythm of the interaction. He listened with a focus that bordered on reverence, a primal instinct guiding his responses. The Baron's commands were like a roadmap, guiding Tarzan through the intricacies of dominance and submission. "Kneel lower," he instructed, his voice a steady cadence that set the pace of their encounter. Tarzan complied, each movement a demonstration of his willingness to yield. "Place your hands at my feet," the Baron directed, his tone unyielding. Tarzan's palms met the jungle floor, his fingers splaying against the earth as if in acknowledgment of his place. With each command, the power dynamic between them crystallized, the dreamworld becoming a stage for the interplay of dominance and submission. It was a revelation--a merging of primal energies that surged and swirled in harmonious cadence. The Baron's understanding of these intricacies was palpable, an unspoken assurance that he wielded the authority inherent to his station. His words carried weight, but there was a subtlety to his directives--a finesse that spoke to a mastery of dominance. "Stand," the Baron commanded, his voice cutting through the charged air. Tarzan rose, every sinew of his body attuned to the Baron's lead. It was a dance--a choreography of dominance and submission that unfolded in perfect synchrony. The dreamworld seemed to shift, its contours molding to the newfound dynamic. The jungle itself bore witness to this dance, embracing the primal truths that guided their interaction. With each command, Tarzan's sense of self became intertwined with the Baron's dominant presence. It was a surrender--a yielding to the innate power that flowed through both of them. The culmination of their interaction left an indelible mark on Tarzan's psyche, a testament to the complexities of dominance and submission. In the heart of the dreamworld, he had found a connection that transcended the boundaries of the waking world. As the dream reached its crescendo, Tarzan and Baron von Richter stood as equals in the realm of dominance and submission. It was a revelation--a testament to the power that coursed through them, an affirmation that within each of them resided the capacity for untamed strength. Tarzan lost any sense of time or place, his mind swimming as it yielded control to a superior alpha Master. The words swirled around him, the Master's commands distorting his sense of self. They circled him, binding him, cementing themselves within his malleable mind as the Master repeated and augmented his variations on a theme. The jungle floor pressed against Tarzan's knees, the earthy scent mingling with the musk of primal anticipation. His hands rested beside Baron von Richter's feet, each finger poised as if to acknowledge the weight of dominance they bore witness to. "Kneel, Tarzan," the Baron's voice, deep and resonant, cut through the charged air. His words were a declaration, a testament to the authority that radiated from him. Tarzan's body responded, lowering him to the ground with a fluidity that spoke to a primal understanding. "Good," the Baron intoned, his voice carrying the weight of approval. "You understand your place." There was a subtle shift in the dreamworld, an acknowledgment of the dynamic taking shape. "Your strength is evident, Tarzan," the Baron continued, his gaze steady. "But it is a strength that must find its rightful place--beneath the firm hand of dominance." His words hung in the air, a directive that resonated through the dreamworld. "Submit," the Baron commanded, each syllable a revelation of primal truth. Tarzan felt the weight of the command settle upon him, a realization that his own strength could find its truest expression in surrender. "Your loincloth," the Baron's voice was a blade, slicing through the charged atmosphere. "It serves as a reminder of your status--of your willingness to be bound by the whims of a superior force." His assessment was unyielding, a proclamation of the symbolism that the loincloth bore. With each command, the Baron wove a narrative of dominance and submission, guiding Tarzan through the intricacies of their interaction. "You will wear it as a mark of your place, Tarzan," he declared, his words etching themselves into the fabric of the dream. "Rise," the Baron's voice echoed through the dreamworld, a directive that cut through the charged air. Tarzan obeyed, every sinew of his body aligning with the Baron's will. It was a testament--a physical embodiment of the dominance that coursed through them. "Your submission is a gift, Tarzan," the Baron's voice held a note of reverence. "It is a recognition of the power that resides within you--a power that finds its truest expression in the embrace of dominance." His words carried a wisdom born of experience, a knowing that transcended the boundaries of the dreamworld. "Embrace it," the Baron's command was a revelation, a call to Tarzan's subconscious to yield to the innate truths that guided them. "Let go of the pretense and allow the primal force within you to find its rightful place." With each directive, the dreamworld seemed to shift, its contours molding to the newfound dynamic. The jungle bore witness, the ancient trees standing sentinel to the primal truths that unfurled. The dream world pulsed with an energy that seemed to emanate from the Baron himself. Within its boundless expanse, the tools of dominance awaited, each a manifestation of the power that the Baron held. "Tarzan," the Baron's voice, commanding and unwavering, cut through the dreamworld. He held a riding crop in his hand, its leather tips a testament to the potential it held. "This," he intoned, "is an extension of my will. It is a conduit through which you will come to understand your place." With a deft motion, the Baron flicked the crop through the air, the leather tips slicing through the charged atmosphere. "Pay heed, Tarzan," he commanded. "Observe the precision, the control. It is a language unto itself--a language that you will come to speak." Tarzan's senses were attuned to the subtle nuances, his gaze fixed on the crop as it danced through the dreamworld. It was a revelation--a revelation of the power that could be harnessed, a revelation of the submission that awaited. "Kneel," the Baron's command was accompanied by a swift, deliberate motion of the crop. It traced an arc through the air, its path guiding Tarzan to his knees. "Understand, Tarzan," the Baron's voice held an edge of expectation, "that this is not merely an act. It is a declaration--a declaration of your willingness to yield." As Tarzan knelt, the Baron circled him, the crop a steady presence in his hand. "With this," he intoned, "I will guide you. I will instruct you. And you will respond in kind." The crop moved with a fluidity that spoke to the mastery the Baron held. "Stand," the Baron's command resonated through the dreamworld. Tarzan obeyed, every sinew of his body aligning with the Baron's will. The crop remained a silent witness to the power dynamic that unfolded. Next, the Baron wielded a cattle prod, its electric charge crackling with potential. "This, Tarzan," he declared, "is a reminder of the force that can be brought to bear. It is a symbol of the jolt of submission that awaits." The prod arced through the air, its charge sending sparks of energy cascading. "Submit," the Baron commanded, his voice a revelation of primal truth. The prod hummed to life, its electric pulse radiating with the power that coursed through it. Tarzan's body responded, yielding to the jolt of submission that surged. With each tool, the Baron wove a narrative of dominance and submission, guiding Tarzan through the intricacies of their interaction. "Remember, Tarzan," he intoned, "these are but extensions of the primal truths that reside within. They serve as conduits through which the dynamic finds its expression." Tarzan knelt before Baron von Richter, his body attuned to the tools of dominance that awaited his command. * * * * * As the morning sun began to cast its golden rays through the thick foliage, Tarzan stirred in his makeshift bed of leaves and vines. The vivid remnants of his dream clung to his consciousness, the memory of Baron von Richter's commanding presence still fresh in his mind. As he gradually transitioned from the ethereal realm of dreams to the tangible reality of the jungle, Tarzan couldn't help but imagine an ending to the dream--a conclusion that resonated with his true nature, his deepest desires. In his waking reverie, Tarzan envisioned himself kneeling before the Baron, not in submission, but in a gesture of mutual respect. The jungle king would meet the piercing gaze of his archenemy with unwavering determination, acknowledging the power that radiated from the formidable man. In this imagined ending, Tarzan would speak, his voice steady and resolute, expressing his understanding of the intricate dance between dominance and submission. He would assure the Baron that he, too, held the strength of a jungle king, but he recognized the Alpha force that emanated from the cruel Master. The dream-born Tarzan would pledge his loyalty, not as a meek servant, but as an equal in the realm of dominance and power. He would offer his submission not out of weakness, but as a deliberate choice--an affirmation of the unwavering force that bound them together. As the vivid imagery of his imagined ending played out in his mind, Tarzan felt a surge of energy course through his veins. The dream provided him with a glimpse into the intricate dynamics of power and submission, and he was determined to carry that revelation with him into the waking world. In the realm of dreams fading into consciousness, the jungle canopy seemed to shimmer with an otherworldly glow. Tarzan stood amidst the verdant foliage, his senses heightened, every fiber of his being attuned to the presence that dominated the clearing. Baron von Richter loomed before him, a specter of authority and power. Tarzan's breath quickened, a mixture of awe and trepidation coursing through him. This was his arch enemy, his eternal adversary, a force to be reckoned with. The Baron's gaze, cold and unyielding, bore down on him. In those piercing eyes, Tarzan glimpsed the truth--a truth that transcended the waking world. "Kneel," a voice, like thunder rolling through the jungle, commanded. It was a directive that brooked no resistance, the repeated command echoing throughout his dream, resonating with an unspoken understanding of their roles. Once more, Tarzan's legs gave way beneath him, his powerful frame brought low in obeisance to the dominant force that stood before him. The forest floor met his knees with a cool, grounding touch. Tarzan's hands, calloused and strong, found their place on either side of him, fingers curling into the earth. It was a posture of submission, a symbol of his acceptance of the natural order that governed their existence. "Master," the word escaped Tarzan's lips, a whisper of reverence and acknowledgement. It was not spoken out of coercion, but from a place of profound recognition. In the presence of the Baron, Tarzan understood his place--the place of an inferior, a servant, a vessel for the Baron's will. The Baron's presence seemed to swell around him, an all-encompassing force that left no room for doubt. There was no mercy here, no room for compromise. Only an unyielding commitment to putting Tarzan in his proper place--at the feet of his master. "Look at me," the Baron's voice, edged with steel, pierced through the stillness. Tarzan's gaze, once defiant and untamed, met the Baron's with unwavering intensity. It was a gaze that spoke of submission, a recognition of the power that flowed between them. "Serve," the command echoed through the clearing, a stark reminder of Tarzan's purpose. He knew what was expected of him--to please, to obey, to yield to the dominant force that held sway over him. The tools of direction were at the Baron's disposal, a potent reminder of the consequences of faltering. As the dream-born encounter continued, Tarzan's movements were measured, deliberate. Each action, each response, was a repeated refrain sounding his acceptance of his role. He moved not as a defeated captive, but as a willing participant in the dance of dominance and submission. The dream-born scene drew to a close, leaving Tarzan with a profound sense of understanding. As the images began to fade, he carried with him a deeper knowledge of the forces that shaped his existence--a knowledge that would guide him as he faced the challenges of the waking world once more. * * * * * END OF CHAPTER THIRTY-SIX------------------------------------- Thanks for the emails! I always appreciate hearing your reactions, including your constructive criticism. If you have any feedback or input, please contact me at tarzanstud1@gmail.com .