A weight lifted off of Shannon's shoulder's at those words. He almost became dizzy with relief. He still didn't understand a desire for pain, and he didn't think he ever would. He'd been so worried that Felix would want it, and he wouldn't be able to give it to him.

Shannon reached out taking his lover's face in both hands and pulling him forward to kiss him deeply. When their lips finally parted he said, "I will happily say no for you."