Stephen shook his head, and then laughed. "I don't know why I'm even trying. It's not like I want to. I'm just trying to explain why they would, why anyone would. You can understand without wanting it. I understand and I don't sub."
He wasted no time to move so they could be closer, holding Adrian. "I know you do, but the other night was different. They weren't baiting... well okay, they were in part, but I think they wanted to make the point that you can't be both, and maybe they are right. You can't be both sub and husband in a situation like that, with people around, but otherwise, they can kiss my arse. If we go to Midori's, there won't be any talking. Anyone wants to ask something, they'll have to go through me first."
Stephen chuckled. "I believe that showing gratitude is right and proper." He squeezed Adrian's hip. "I'm glad you think so, because then I'm totally right about the cock cage and leash."