'Not a punishment, ' he confirms. 'A comfort zone, let's say. Safe space.' Because God knows there aren't many of those.

'The t-shocolate's for real. I'm many things, but a liar is very rarely one of one. You both deserve a treat, so this is that, and if you're both really, really good, I'll melt the t-shocolate and dip the fruit in it for you.' He knows how to tempt.