"That will be tested tonight," Michelle said almost ominously. Eli and Michelle had talked recently about what Shannon liked and disliked so that she had a baseline to work from tonight. Her style would be difficult for Shannon to handle at first, but she knew that he'd enjoy it once she wore his defenses down enough.

Eli couldn't help but sigh at Shannon's comment. "Always taking me so literally," he said as he squeezed his hand. "Try to behave tonight for me please. When we get home, I'll pull out the gloves for you."