"It varies with my mood. Sometimes I want something direct, and sometimes I want something prolonged." He didn't keep toys he didn't like. There were also many things he'd been intrigued by and wanted to try but never got around to purchasing. Emmrich enjoyed pleasure, regarded it as an important part of life so long as it wasn't over-indulged in, but there was also a great deal of work to do constantly in his life.

When Hugh finally returned to him Emmrich closed his eyes to better enjoy the touch and groaned. At some point he would love to try the toys out with Hugh, to explore possibilities, but right now he simply wanted Hugh.

"Take your pleasure from me, the way you've been promising to do for what feels like hours now."