It was like being made love to again, but somehow more this time. All that mattered was making sure Kuronue knew beyond any shadow of doubt, that he was loved deeply, more than life itself. The words were there, echoing through him, never quite directly said or thought, but there, as he returned Kuronue's kiss, tilting his head back just a little, his tongue brushing against Kuronue's lips and tongue as his lover explored his mouth, his hands kneading Kuronue's back gently, encouraging him to continue as he was.