There was almost no hesitation in the motion, Shannon lifting his chin just as he was told with no thought to why Eli wanted him to do so. The touch against his chest and shoulder were solid, grounding. The kisses and the teasing almost-bites were like a fire beginning to kindle inside of him. He groaned, head tipping until it was almost thrown back where he could simply rest there while the muscles in his upper torso all quivered in enjoyment.

This might have been different were Eli not in the room with him, not right there as a presence that he could still notice and place in front of him. It might have been worrying, confusing to have such a feeling and no source. Right now it was soothing, a slow and gentle exploration that made his thoughts trickle into nothing more than murmurs of keep going or don't stop, even thank you for the care and attention being so lovingly given.