"...and these" Theo gestured with the odd, angled scissors, "are EMT shears. If at any moment you change your mind about being tied up, I can get you out immediately." Cross-legged on Theo Coleman's bed, I nodded. "Good to know. So, what's the plan?" "Well," he set the scissors next to the bundle of black hemp rope on the bed, "it's probably a good idea to keep it basic to start. I was thinking a handcuff knot..." Theo looked me up and down, considering. "How do you feel about behind the back?" I shrugged. "I'll try anything once." "Hmm..." With a curious look in his eyes, he walked around the bed. "I want to see how flexible you are." The mattress dipped as he climbed on behind me. I felt the warmth of his hands on my arms, gently pulling them around my back and bringing my elbows to

