The leather strap was tight against Annie’s skin—not enough to bite, but certainly enough that any chance at breaking free would be fruitless. She wiggled anyway, hoping that it would bring a knowing smirk to her lover’s face.

She was not disappointed. The corners of his mouth tipped up as he murred with delight. “Trying to escape already, are we?” he said, his voice dipping low into a smug chuckle.