[He would have known she was uncomfortable without sharing it: it shows in her face, her hesitancy, the careful way she wraps the ribbon about his wrists and then hesitates - is this too tight? too loose? should she tie a bow? - before cautiously tying the ends.
[She's relieved, as she steps back, that it's over: but still anxious, still uncomfortable, aware of the advantage she suddenly has: just that. Not thoughtful. Not triumphant. Just aware.]
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[Deep breath.
[He would have known she was uncomfortable without sharing it: it shows in her face, her hesitancy, the careful way she wraps the ribbon about his wrists and then hesitates - is this too tight? too loose? should she tie a bow? - before cautiously tying the ends.
[She's relieved, as she steps back, that it's over: but still anxious, still uncomfortable, aware of the advantage she suddenly has: just that. Not thoughtful. Not triumphant. Just aware.]
Is that... you're okay?