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sadness for Ben passes through me. If I had a penis, I’d fuck everything in sight no doubt and here his husband is clearly uncomfortable with the idea of being on the receiving end of that. Oh well, to each their own. Those two have been together for a few years, are more in love than ever and Ben certainly has never had any complaints. But still… to have a penis; now that would be something.
     
    “That brings us around to scenes. Think of a scene as a setting or a stage in which your playtime with your partner or partners will take place. To ‘scene’ with someone indicates that you have or will be engaging in play with them. It is important to understand that not all scenes are sexual, while many may be, that is not the standard as it comes down to the power exchange between those who are playing, that is what is important.”
     
    “Sam, I have a hard time believing that,” I scoff, the wine now kneading out any knots and loosening my shoulders.
    “Oh?  A hard time believing that not all exchanges are about sex?” Samuel cocks a brow, clearly amused.
    “Yes, it is all so sexual in nature, isn’t that the main goal?” What was the point if it wasn’t?
    “No, it is about the power exchange, the control. If I want to simply go fuck someone, I can. This is another type of journey.”
    “That’s a lot of work to flex a bit of control,” I harrumph.
    “Says the same little shit who goes to crazy-ass lengths to exercise control on a whole other level in all facets of her life?” His tone is merry and the sparkle in his eye has Ben and Steve chuckling at my expense once more.
    “Annnd, I got nothing… proceed.” Fuck, he did have a point!
    “That’s what I thought. Now, there is quite a bit of talking that should be taking place with your proposed partner long before you step foot into a scene. We will go over this more in a bit. I have some basic contracts we can use as discussion topics as well as a way to further acquaint you with terminology, definitions and types of play. The point of the initial negotiations is to establish boundaries and explore options for your scene together. It is also important to talk about hard limits or absolute no-go’s, safe words, fantasies, boundaries, emotional or physical triggers that could come up during play so that they can be handled carefully and respectfully. This is also a time where you scan your potential play partner for any red flags or warning signs that tell you if that person is safe to play with or not. What is a red flag to one could be completely fine for another; it is person dependent and more about finding the right match.”
    “And, how do we avoid even getting in the little situation. I mean, Ben and Steve will be lip-locked and I am only coming to get you all off my ass.” My lips find my glass as Samuel cuts his eyes to mine. Steve and Ben jump up to grab something to drink sensing the energy uncomfortably shift in the room.
    “Have you thought about just experimenting and giving it the old college go?” Samuel bites, tired of my disgruntled attitude.
    “Nope. It ain’t my sti-lo. Just jump to part where you teach me about etiquette so I don’t get my virgin ass beat,” I snort.
    “First, I wouldn’t start with that opening line. Virgin ass is a delicacy.” His striking eyes darken in appreciation for the topic, causing my asshole to pucker at the insinuation. “Shall we move on to the root of the power exchange?” Samuel inclines his best “how about it” mug in my direction, Steve and Ben struggle to keep straight faces as they curl back up on the couch together.
    “Yes, Sir.” I smirk. I loved getting him ramped up, even if I secretly was enjoying learning about this new world, it was impossible to resist egging him on. The way the corner of his mouth lifts slightly, I can tell that he knows exactly what I am up to. Then again, he knew me all too well.
    “You already know the gist of the power exchange well, with my many