That was better. He wanted his sub waiting and eager to please. Eli was definitely going to take his time with him and was going to extend the time in whatever way he could. "You've been such a good boy that I'm giving you permission to talk. Tell me what you want."

He started to remove his jacket, dropping it on the floor so Shannon could hear. Then he started loosening his gloves, not taking them off completely, and brushed the empty fingertips against his lips. "Take these off for me," he ordered lazily, a drawl slipping into his voice.