[This isn't how she normally likes to do things, not by a longshot, but feeling the woman's tenseness loosen up slightly, and noticing the way she seems to melt into the touch sends a shiver up Kerra's spine. She steps closer, placing the arm around her shoulders instead of simply touching, pulling her into a loose embrace.]

I'm Kerra.

[Because introductions were important. And...maybe what was more important: consent.]

I promise, I'll be gentle. And...I...won't do anything you don't say is okay. Please don't worry. I know how awful this is, and I do not want to do anything more to compound it.