Shannon rested for quite a while, but apparently not long enough to miss the rest of the action. While pulling a rather lengthy orgasm denial scene on Eli, Michelle saw fit to teach Shannon what she was doing — in preparation for the day Shannon would feel comfortable taking advantage of his switch disposition. It was rather strange, but also rather educational.

The days after that were absurdly normal. Status quo had been returned after the intense scene. Shannon had demanded answers for the reason such a powerful show had been necessary; there, he learned that Eli was more fucked up from his time Jumping than had been previously thought. Not that it mattered much. It wasn't his fault and Shannon was more than willing to act as a scapegoat to bring Eli some measure of twisted satisfaction.

By the time the next weekend rolled around, Shannon had already moved past it as part of their life now. They'd decided to try another, lower key scene with just the two of them. Much as Michelle was slowly ingraining herself further into their lives, with their blessing, Shannon was happy to have some time alone with Eli in a more intimate capacity than they usually did.