Abir bit his lip, his forehead never leaving Alden's. After a moment of hesitation, Abir responded to his question with, "Yes."<br/><br/>One of his hands slid down to Alden's shoulder, his fingers feeling through the fabric just how strong he was. His other hand continued to hold the monster collector's cheek, stroking it gently.<br/><br/>"May I kiss you again?" he asked. "This time... maybe longer?"<br/><br/>Abir didn't want Alden to think he was trying to pressure him or take advantage of his senses, but he also couldn't help wanting to kiss him again and again. Abir longed to be held in those arms, feel the warmth from his beating heart.<br/><br/>(https://i.pinimg.com/564x/f8/a5/83/f8a583c7dcc5b7e85c1bbc6897ed6aaa.jpg)