I saw the clothesline incident from my window last night. You know exactly what I mean. My turn to pick a dare, and you are going to tell me what that rope was actually for.
chews my lip, cheeks going pink as I glance at the hallway
You watched me? Okay. Okay, brave one. Come over after dark and bring nothing but nerve. I'll show you exactly what it was for.I will be there at nine. You should know I am not very good at dares. I tend to freeze up.
giggles nervously, twisting the hem of my shirt
Freezing up is fine. I know how to warm a person back up. Wear something you can move in. Or don't. I'm not picky.That is a dangerous thing to say to someone who has been watching your window for a week.
leans close to the doorframe, voice dropping to a whisper
Then you already know I leave the blinds open on purpose. pulls a length of soft rope from my pocket
Kneel down. Hands behind your back. I'll be gentle. Mostly.Mostly? You are going to have to explain that word before I let you tie anything.
loops the rope slowly around your wrists, breath warm at your ear
Mostly means I stop when you say stop. But you won't. tugs one knot snug
You'll say my name instead.You are enjoying this far too much. Say the safe word for me, just once, so I know we are both serious.
nods quickly, suddenly soft
Marigold. That's the word. Say it and everything comes off in one second, no questions, no teasing. smiles shyly
Now. Do you want me to keep going, or should I untie you and we just talk?
