Picked that up from Gibbs training Tony, that the paddling, crop, etc., weren't going to get you to safeword and obey, and that the psychological play would be far more effective.

Now no doubt the rest of the motley crew here, you're readers anonymous and not so-anonymous are working on one-shot sequel bunnies, so you don't get too emotionally drained writing. See we understand you, really we do.

Now then darling what about the Bounce episode for inspiration, clear example of Tony self-flagellation for screwing up and Gibbs having to talk him through.

I'd continue but have my several task masters breathing down my neck right now *looks around gingerly*