"So you really want to try it?"

"Of course I do. I love trying new things."

"But…this? Even after I read you the chapter about…?"

"Yes, even this." A breathless laugh. "Why? Are you not into this anymore?"

"I…n-no, I'm into it. I'm…I'm very into it. But are you sure you want to cross this line? I won't hold back."

"Yes, I'm sure. I want to fuck Mean And Nasty Zuko, so get back to being him. You can go back to being Normal Sweet And Caring Zuko afterwards."

"Okay, but…you don't have to hold back, either, if…if you want to…get me angry, or whatever. It's…it's in character, so…you can do whatever you want. I'll know you don't mean it. It's roleplay."

"I know."

"You remember the safeword?"

"Yes, Sparky, I remember the safeword, I'm sure, I'm ready, I promise, I love you, let's do this."