"It hurt a little earlier, but I’m feeling better now," Sarah replied. But in truth, she was lying.

Without anesthesia, the pain was excruciating, and she would likely remember this pain for a long time. It was as sharp as the needle that had pierced her skin.

"A little?" Eric didn’t believe her. He knew she was afraid of pain. He had known since their wedding night.

Because of that, he often took his time with foreplay before they made love. ...