i could take another hit for you

Moreover, he is so proud of how good he is at denying himself. He genuinely feels a deep sense of fulfilment from meeting impossible standards. We see it time and again throughout the books, whether it's through his desire for men, his diet, the thrill he gets at being so good at keeping his relationship a secret; having to deny himself the smallest touch when out in public. It feeds something within him.

Then there's the entire sexual dynamic between Shane and Ilya, which builds on this. He loves handing control over to Ilya, not having to worry about what the right thing is, just having to do as he's told. He adores not having to feel responsible for his own desire. It lifts a weight off his shoulders. He thrives under Ilya's commands.

Which is why orgasm denial is such a delicious concept for them. It's honestly only a half a step removed from canon. All the clues are there.

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms (Season 1, USA) EP2

Bertie Carvel as Prince Baelor "Breakspear" Targaryen, Prince of Dragonstone

They see a time skip of any length and go