"That's the nature of a bet, baby, and no, we can't just go home. This is so much better because you have to wait for it. If we went home, it'd be just like any other night." He smiled wickedly. "Besides, you know I'll make it extra special if you let me have fun." He reached up and grazed Adrian's lips, not caring about who was watching. "You can be bossy at times, but I can still tie you up."
Stephen had to fight the urge to just hug Adrian in front of everyone. Adrian wouldn't like it, but he still would love to do it. "I know you worry, and you have reasons, but I promise that I'll be safe."