[ Poe hates those collars almost as much as he hates the even more permanent tattoos that now mark both of his friends's throats. It's a minor thing, they'll find a way to remove those once they're away from this place, he's confident, but it's a persistent reminder of how this place has deemed them lesser, not quite to the level of property but close enough that it makes his blood boil. He feels that prickle of temper, watching Rey reaching for that restrictive metal band around her neck, but he shoves that down too. He's got to stay focused, if not for his own sake then definitely for hers. The less attention they attract, the better, and there's nothing to gain from gaining her a 'troublesome' reputation right off the bat if they can help it.
Of course he did exactly that, but that's not the point.
It doesn't occur to him that she might be worried about him. All he's thinking is that she must be looking forward to some privacy, where they can talk without dozens of eyes lingering on them. This is a lot to take in, she must have a lot of questions yet to be answered, and they could both do without the annoyance of too many strangers eavesdropping on their conversation.
To say nothing of that kiss. ]
Almost there.
[ He'll lead her right into the building, the unassuming-looking bracelet on his hand is all the identification he apparently needs to walk on through the lobby. It's a very regular and expected occurrence for Dominants to escort Submissives to their apartments, and if this is noted at all it would likely be a point in his favor, since he's being subtly encouraged to court potential contracts.
Stepping into the elevator is a mild relief. ]
You can go ahead and take it off. [ A pause, and he clears his throat slightly. ] The collar, I mean.
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Of course he did exactly that, but that's not the point.
It doesn't occur to him that she might be worried about him. All he's thinking is that she must be looking forward to some privacy, where they can talk without dozens of eyes lingering on them. This is a lot to take in, she must have a lot of questions yet to be answered, and they could both do without the annoyance of too many strangers eavesdropping on their conversation.
To say nothing of that kiss. ]
Almost there.
[ He'll lead her right into the building, the unassuming-looking bracelet on his hand is all the identification he apparently needs to walk on through the lobby. It's a very regular and expected occurrence for Dominants to escort Submissives to their apartments, and if this is noted at all it would likely be a point in his favor, since he's being subtly encouraged to court potential contracts.
Stepping into the elevator is a mild relief. ]
You can go ahead and take it off. [ A pause, and he clears his throat slightly. ] The collar, I mean.
[ Obviously. ]