Well, that narrowed some things down. She knew the type, the youngest of a family of influential people who wanted to do something that was better suited to his life.
"I imagine you feel conflicted with your family more often than really comfortable, then. It must be hard being a young man whose father is disappointed in him, especially at your age. Did you come to this place by choice, or where you drawn here by some other force? I think you know what I mean." Heather pursed her lips for a moment and then flipped to a page in the large book in front of her, turning it so that Peter could see inside.
"We happen to specialize in outlets. You would be surprised how often people come here just because they feel ... bored. Idle hands and all that. It sounds like what you need is to feel as if you're in control of something in your life." Being in control meant that you felt more powerful, more confident -- and that meant that it was harder to be shaken by other people opposing you.
"And as for a connection, I conduct periodic interviews with my clients to make sure they're staying on the right track and they feel as if they're getting what they paid for. I can assure you the utmost confidentiality in what we speak about -- and I should mention that I am working toward a professional degree in Psychology. The interviews are part of the service fee that we charge here at Impero."
She put a finger to the book -- pricing guides for hours and days of the week, for lists of services -- dominants and submissives with availability and numbers next to their names that indexed to pages with more detailed profiles. "You're welcome to take a cursory look. Their specialities are listed on the indexed pages, as well as their ... recommended rating. Beginner, advanced. Most of the girls and boys are quite flexible."