"I don't think that at all," Bail said. "I'm willing to talk about what you enjoy more." He couldn't say for sure if he was willing to do something unless he knew details, so he didn't want to give a definitive 'yes' right now. But he was certainly willing to hear Ben out and consider if he would be comfortable with certain activities.

But, he felt a mood shift in Ben, the way he brought up his new scars again...

"You don't have to explain anyone anything about your body. It is none of their business if you don't want it to be." He paused for a moment before adding, "It's a small thing, but you still have that control."