part11_22_Kai_feels_it_when_you_make_that_choice.txt

Kai feels it when you make that choice.

Not through any physical mechanism - just that same subtle awareness that's developed between you. He knows that the arousal he just satisfied in the cave is also present on the human side, half-hard and demanding. And he knows you're choosing not to address it there.

*Thank you,* he murmurs against your frill, quiet and genuine. *For saving this for us. For keeping it here where it belongs.*

His paw strokes down your back again, affectionate rather than sexual now.

*The cage will help,* he continues, reading your thoughts like he always does. *Make it physical. Undeniable. The wrong anatomy stays locked. This body gets everything.*

You make a soft agreeing sound against his chest and he holds you closer.

*I love you,* he says simply. *Every part of this. Every choice you make to be more yourself.*