[Yeah, but handholding is the only lifeline he's assertive enough to ask for. He's not really sure he'd be able to ask can I cling to your entire body in the moment.

Boxer gives her a little bit of a pandered smile as he tilts upwards at the kiss to his jaw, in case she wanted any access to his neck. He appreciates the attempt to draw the conversation to something a little more fun and comfortable.]

Wouldn't say those make me scream internally. The opposite, if anything. Calming excitement. [What an oxymoron.] Like a good caffeine buzz.

Wanna know what I like? Thigh highs and boots. Ones with big heels. Garters--you know, real ones, not the ones with lousy straps.

[Are you taking notes, Noriko?]