Ohhh - thank you. I'm thrilled that you liked my ficlet and even loved parts of it. [Hey, ficlet, take a bow: you've done me proud!]

Anyway, I'm a great believer in lovers demonstrating intent and willingness (rather than a more selfish design). And, in my mind, even as Daniel does this more than once, nobody should ever mistake him for being weak.

Personally, I'm overjoyed that particular paragraph worked, despite the fact that it included a word (fuck) that is usually more at home in a tougher role.

Thank you again.