Evalyn took a deep breath to slow her beating heart, looking into Kaze's vibrant green eyes. "Yes, let's cultivate so we can return."
He smiled gently and tucked a lock of blonde hair behind her ear. "As you wish. You can initiate, as it will likely be uncomfortable to let go so abruptly."
Her eyes trembled, listening to his words. She had a boundless appreciation that he accepted her negative traits and made space for them. "I appreciate that."
The blonde dry-swallowed and began unbuttoning his light-pink button-up, doing it quickly but with dexterity, watching the world through slow motion.
When she got them undone, she put her two hands onto his chest and pushed his shirt apart, moving her hands to the tips of his shoulders. "I… want to kiss you before we get started."
"There's no need to ask." Kaze smiled gently.
She locked eyes with him and moved her lips back to his. The second their lips connected, it felt like he breathed life into her.
