Without apprehension this time, Janius closed his eyes and returned the kiss, putting his arms around Kaleeth as well. It felt better this time, even with the caveat in the back of his mind that it would not last. When they pulled away, Janius opened his eyes and smiled. "I'm sorry that I yelled at you before." he said quietly, "I was upset, but I didn't realise until after how I really felt."

Carefully, Janius lowered himself and Kaleeth onto their side on the riverbank. He kissed her again, a smaller kiss this time, but one where they were both more relaxed. He ran his hand over her arm and thought for a moment. "I didn't think I would fall in love like this." He chuckled lightly, "Well, it's rarely planned anyway, I suppose."