Sebastian started to open his mouth to explain himself better, to be sure Alec understood. But then Alec was standing. And then he was touching him. And then kissing him. It was the sweetest gesture, the sweetest kiss, and it felt right despite both of their fears.

It was so sweet he closed his eyes and that peaceful relief he felt before when Alec had sat down next to him and put his arm around him, his very presence, made everything okay again. He had his answer, his reassurance. He returned the kiss with the same tenderness and then wrapped his arms around Alec, hugging him so tight.

"Is it too soon to ask for something?"