I dinna know what's a sadist. And if I forgive you for this afternoon, I reckon you'll forgive me, too, as soon as ye can sit down again. As for my pleasure... His lip twitched. I said I would have to punish you. I did not say I wasna going to enjoy it. He crooked a finger at me. Come here.
In the story "Outlander" by Diana Gabaldon, a character expresses uncertainty about the term "sadist," while navigating themes of forgiveness and punishment. The speaker implies that despite a recent conflict, there is an understanding of mutual forgiveness that will come in time. This exchange highlights a complex dynamic where personal grievances are acknowledged, but there's an underlying attraction that complicates their interactions. Furthermore, the character's statement about punishment indicates a blend...
