I didn't answer right away.Before, his post-amnesia coldness and rejection had sliced through five years of sweetness.But now, this Victor, half lost, half clinging to me, tempting me with the tip of his tail, maybe wasn't so terrifying after all."I'll think about it," I heard myself say, my voice a little distant.He smiled instantly."But I have conditions." I added."First, until I say otherwise, you can't lose control like last night.""Second, when I want to touch your tail, you let me.""Third, stop saying weird things to me."He blinked, seemingly unclear on what counted as "weird things," but nodded. "Deal.""That's it for now." I cleared my throat. "We'll see how you do."He was on me immediately, tail rubbing against my calf. "Can I have a hug? Just one?"I hesitated, then nodded. "One."He pulled me into his arms, rested his chin on top of my head, and let out a contented sigh."And a kiss? Just a quick one." He was already leaning in as he said it.This time, I didn't do
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