cozen

verb. to deceive, win over, or induce to do something by artful coaxing...

'I didn't mean it Mouse. Please, you need to see.'

Mouse looked at his leg, the gash on his knee.

He knew what he'd say would soon stop the bleed.

'I'd believe you if it was the first time you've ever touched me.'

⚠️TW: sexual assault⚠️