Completely hypothetical, of ourse.
The Master strolls in to the ..vaguely center of the room/Nexus/Whatever.
"So. I was having a discussion a while ago about the best ways to manipulate someone. Now, I'm quite certain that the most satisfying way to control someone is to string them along before crushing them utterly. Stomping on their heart(s), causing utter mental breakdowns, that sort of thing. Once you've ruined someone, it is fairly easy to make them your dog.
"However, the other party did not share my opinion, and believes it easier to gain cooperation willingly, through love, devotion, etc. Not necessarily being entirely above-board, but bending someone to your will with pleasantries. Personally, I cannot see the fun in any of that.
"Of course, this is merely theory. But still, Nexus, your opinions would simply make my day. So what do you think?"
"So. I was having a discussion a while ago about the best ways to manipulate someone. Now, I'm quite certain that the most satisfying way to control someone is to string them along before crushing them utterly. Stomping on their heart(s), causing utter mental breakdowns, that sort of thing. Once you've ruined someone, it is fairly easy to make them your dog.
"However, the other party did not share my opinion, and believes it easier to gain cooperation willingly, through love, devotion, etc. Not necessarily being entirely above-board, but bending someone to your will with pleasantries. Personally, I cannot see the fun in any of that.
"Of course, this is merely theory. But still, Nexus, your opinions would simply make my day. So what do you think?"