For what? [He can only chuckle at the question.] It's about as gratifying as feedback gets.

[While rubbing at the web of Ed's thumb:] I meant to ask whether you wanted me to use some lotion for this or not. I'm not a fan of the greasiness, myself, but you might find that it enhances the experience.

[There is just the thing on his nightstand, conveniently enough, lavender-scented and a favourite for his knuckles and roughened elbows.]