[ Jiang Cheng can’t help but shift, leaning in to press up and steal more kisses. It is completely addictive and he wants so much more of it, desperate for more of the closeness and connection that comes hand in hand with this. The way that he’s flushed, the way that he wants… It feels a little like he’s falling into a pool of deep, warm water and he doesn’t want it to stop for even a moment.

He shifts, settling properly on Xichen’s lap, an arm lifting to rest on his chest gently. He feels far more prepared that he did this morning, or even the night before, but he still knows that he has so much to learn. The promise of it makes him feel heavy and bubbling with want.

He wants this. More than he thought he ever would. ]

A-Huan…

[ He leans in, kissing his jaw, cuddling a little closer. ]

I have never wanted anyone the way that I want you. The way I desire you. Everything you have to offer me.