[Hythlodaeus is used to the warmth, finds it a comfort now, and the kiss is returned easily. His other hand finds Reiner's hip and gently pulls him closer by it, the hand on his cheek sliding around to cup the back of his head.

He keeps the kiss soft, his own eyes fluttering shut. When he breaks it, he moves his lips to Reiner's ear instead, murmuring his next words.]

I'm glad that we're alone, this time.

[The crystal party had seen far too many people milling around them as they kissed. This is far nicer.]