"Hmm...I think maybe just...Lusty!" he chuckles, reaching to pinch his slave's bottom; "Yes, that's perfect. Dog! Get over here!"

Dog hunches over from his post, head bowed.

"Yes, Master?"

"Time for the branding. Get the poker ready." he smirks.

Not all owners practice branding as it lowers the price on resale. But it's tradition at Elijah's house. He always gets his moneys worth if he needs to sell off a slave - and words can be burned over.