[He enjoys the brief moment of appreciation, even as the anticipation of the scene still sings through his nerves, making him feel far more alert than usual. Albus moves to the floor in front of the coffee table, not entirely sure where or even how to stand, watching Elias handle the rope all the while.]

Have you ever done this before?

[It's asked out of curiosity, not concern. He trusts Elias not to be clumsy with this, even if he is a new hand at it. Still, he does wonder if this is a taste he's developed before, or a new idea for him.]