3.12.1 Jump!
The classic whip and carrot technique. I pushed him into danger due to my constrictive conditions. Then as an apology, I give him gifts, letting him know that I care for him.
An illusion that would establish a kind of dependency on me. A simple manipulation method is used commonly in an abusive relationship. Fooling the victim to think that they can't find someone better than their current partner and even if this partner hurts them sometimes, they still care.
Shown by simple gestures of care like the one I gave to Max just now.
Of course, the reasoning I will give him will be simple. "I want you to be in your best form, for the protection mission. And this was the only way." Or so I will say, which is the truth. But in the back of his head, without even knowing, he will be affected by this small kindness by me.
I was such a kind being, so caring.
"Your backer seems rich?" Sheva said, looking at the bottles with some envy.