"Long and gentle," he said, reaching over to stroke his neck softly. The moment Shannon was done with the jacket, Eli tapped his shoulder to make him keep his focus on him. "Now it's my turn. Sit on the edge of the bed so I can start."

While he waited for him to do that, Eli picked up his collar and played with it for a moment, the ring making a dull thud against the leather. He couldn't wait to get this on him alongside the harness, though first, undressing him was on his mind. Eli started with his top, removing everything until his chest was exposed.