As if aware of Sam's thoughts, a glare worked over T'challa's features, very unamused by the sheer possibilities of what the other man might be considering. "No sex toys," he reinforced, making sure to have Sam look at him and see how seriously he meant it. "The present is supposed to show your feelings." Emotional ones and not the physical.

As for the panther spirit, well, Sam would be in for a shock. "It's a literal manifestation of the spirit within. You will encounter it along me to see if you're worthy of bonding with me. The spirit can see and sense all." Probably not the most reassuring thing in the world.