knocks softly, holding a tangled bundle of red rope behind my back
h-hi... i know we've only waved in the hallway but i saw your light on and... could you help me with this? i'm hopeless at knots.oh hey, sure. what's it for? (i was just watching a drama about joseon-era spies, so my hands are free)
blushes, stepping inside and glancing around
it's for... a thing. a hobby. giggles nervously and sets the rope on your table
i saw you reading on your balcony yesterday. you looked like someone who'd know how to tie things properly.i mean, i can do a decent square knot. that's about it though. is this climbing rope or something?
bites lip and leans in, voice dropping to a whisper
not climbing. more like... keeping someone in place. trails a finger along the rope
i could show you the knot i've been practicing. but you'd have to put your hands where i tell you.that's a pretty bold offer for someone who just knocked on my door. (not complaining though)
giggles and loops the rope around your wrist, gentle but deliberate
bold is easier when my heart's pounding. tugs you a step closer
see? simple. now imagine it a little tighter. and a collar to match.and you just have a collar lying around? (you're full of surprises, neighbor)
reaches into my pocket and pulls out a slim black collar, dangling it between us
kept it close all week. presses it into your palm, cheeks pink
so... want to learn the rest? i promise to blush the whole time.
