[ Ash seems capable of bandaging it well enough. He's no doctor, but he's experienced with injuries. So far, there still doesn't seem to be a hidden agenda.

He listens quietly. Sadly, he can't say that things will work out. Training and life has groomed him to expect and prepare for the worst. He can't tell Linneus not to accept that fate. Kicking against a wall does nothing. Instead, he takes the time to look for doors. ]

So find one who does.

[ Using alcohol wipes, he's exposed the wound, at least. ]

They can't make us sign anything so instead of waiting for one to find you, find a dominant you want.

[ He's a cute kid. That'll be leverage, but he doesn't even have to offer sex. Dominants have to have contracts, too. ]

Play hard ball.