“Easy there, tiger,” Collins said as she pulled back. Her lips were swollen, and her eyes were hooded. I felt a deep satisfaction that she looked that way because of me. Collins looked around. “It’s so clean in here,” she said. “Compared to your side?” I asked. “I’m sure.” “Hey,” she said, and gave me a peck on the mouth. “Don’t be mean to me when I’m getting ready to tear your clothes off.”

