[Sometimes, it still is surprising to hear an expression of interest that goes beyond the mercenary necessity of the resort's game. His gaze cuts over to Tseng again — gauging the man's coolly handsome features, the tonal quality of his words. Yet nothing so far has triggered any distrust. It's simply in his nature to be suspicious.

Sasuke lets out another breath, shoulders losing a slight rigidity.]

It is. My opinion of the dynamic before was... damaging. I thought that being submissive was a sign of weakness, and that it also needed to be taken by force from a more powerful oppnent. So perhaps you can understand why I had to ask first.

[The value of communication is new to him, but not taken for granted.]

You should know that I like pain. It isn't the only thing I enjoy when in a submissive position, but it's significant. And... I mentioned before that I have someone here who I consider to be my dominant. His name is Cyram — I don't know if you've met him. We're together. He taught me all of this.

[Sasuke would not be here in front of Tseng, able to discuss this openly with a potential new partner, without that instruction. That painstaking education.]

If... giving pain is something you're also interested in, then you would need to speak with him first. And he might decide to supervise. Otherwise, I know enough to tell you what I like and don't like. I'll also give you my safe word. Is that okay?