Hearing the praise from Bridgette sent a wave of warmth through Simonās body. Heād been praised since Isobelle, of course, but somehow praise coming from a doctor felt very different than coming from Bridgette, like it wasnāt just lip service coming from a professional but from someone who actually thought he deserved it. He felt like it was an accomplishment in the moment and couldnāt help but smile lightly as he closed his eyes and tilted his head slightly into Bridgetteās hand.Ā āI⦠Iād like that, miss⦠working, uh, building trust⦠together.ā Swallowing thickly, Simon could feel his throat tightening and he took in a slow breath to help keep his anxiety down. He was relieved when the Domme said sheād still like to cuddle, heād been looking forward to it even though he was still about 97% sure it wasnāt what sheād meant. It was more difficult than heād expected but he also knew that all he needed to do was take one step. Just one. Heād really already done it by asking to not watch the movie but if he was serious about wanting to build any sort of trust with Bridgette that meant he had to put his money where his mouth was. He swallowed again and cleared his throat quietly as he shifted his weight slightly to get out a little bit of the anxiety physically. One thing. Just one thing. What did he want outside of cuddling? Glancing up at Bridgette, Simon took in a deep breath and smiled nervously,Ā āUhm⦠could we.. could I k-⦠could we maybe.. kiss a little? If.. if you wanted?ā
Bridgette smiled as Simon leaned into her touch, looking fondly down at him while they spoke.Ā āVery good. Iād like that as well. Youāre a good boy, Simon. Iāve said it before, but I sense that extra reassurance will do you well. Itās a good thing for you to remember, to focus on. Building trust is an excellent step as well. It means that, should we so choose, weāll have something to work upon, and to keepĀ building upon.ā Although she sensed his anxiety building, Bridgette decided to ride out the moment. Her intention wasnāt to push Simon too far out of his comfort zone, however, not pushing at all, or allowing room to test a few boundaries, meant theyād be stagnant. Giving him the time he needed, Bridgette waited patiently for Simon to gather the words he intended, her hand never leaving his back. When the suggestion came, a slight flush made its way up Bridgetteās cheeks, her smile widening.Ā āIām proud of you for asking, Simon. I know that was a tough thing. I know what I asked you to do was a tough thing. But, you did it. I want you to see that you did it, and Iām still here. Weāre still here. Youāre still safe. Even if you wouldāve said something different, the situation would be the same. Of course, sweet boy. We can kiss as much as youād like.ā Shifting, Bridgette patted the empty space next to her on the bed.Ā āWhy donāt you join me, Simon, as soon as youāre comfortable. We can kiss now, if you want, or just start off talking. Whatever youāre most comfortable with.ā