#Chapter 56: Stoking the Flames

Aiden swallows hard and nods. “Oh? What are you considering?” He says. His voice is rough and low, and it sends a shiver down my spine. “Well,” I say, my voice playful, “I know you can’t move very much. You probably won’t be able to touch me. But…” I trail off meaningfully. Aiden is hanging on to my every word. “But what?” He urges me. I can see the hunger in his eyes, and it makes my body feel hot. “I guess you can look at me,” I tease. Aiden nods immediately. “Yes. Please,” he says insistently, his voice almost hoarse. I can see his hands flex and tighten with obvious desire. I can’t help but feel a boost of confidence as I realize just how badly he wants to touch me. “Are you sure you can handle it, Aiden?” I tease. My heart is beating fast as I muster my confidence. “You might not be able to handle what you're asking for." Aiden’s expression turns predatory. “I’ll never know until you let me see,” he counters. My heart rate spikes at his words. He always knows exactly what t