SIGH. Okay, here's the explanation: Akiramaru uses humiliation and torture to keep his 'possession' in check. Speaking from the AUTHOR'S point of view...Walking out of a six-year abusive relationship required a fresh perspective on life and a belief in myself. And it doesn't take a depraved incubus to wear down a heavy soul. Siblings, friends, lovers, parents...are capable of psychological torment of the severest degree...we either hurt the ones we love, or know nothing about the concept at all. (Pic inspired by the song 'Kiss Them For Me' by Siouxsie and the Banshees...yeah, don't ask.) *runs away*