Chastity and orgasm denial discussion

My wife and I have been attempting to start our journey into chastity for several months. It felt like every time she would lock me up, something caused chafing or pain that necessitated a release. About two months back, I received my frenum piercing, and just last week the Evoltion Cage arrived at my door. She allowed me seven days to adjust it and make any necessary modifications for a good fit. Yesterday marked the end of that first week when she took control of the keys and instructed me not to expect them until Valentine’s Day—a span of 18 days total. Since I have never stayed locked longer than seven days, I am unsure how to interpret this feeling. The anticipation is making me feel both thrilled and anxious. Unfortunately, my post-lock drop has increased; now, even four days without any stimulation pass by without me really wanting relief. This tells me that teasing will likely be frequent at least in the beginning phases. I had asked yesterday if I could have one more chance to unlock. After she edged me for roughly half an hour, it looked like my request might be granted. But no, she spoiled it. It seems I did get ‘one last time,’ though not quite completely as intended. Fingers crossed that this attempt works out well for us both. She has been gradually becoming a much more dominant figure than in the past.