[That gesture is greatly appreciated. That sort of intimacy is the number one thing that's been lacking between them all this time. There's been a sort of distance they couldn't cross, and it's impossible to ease the tension that way.

It's good to feel Mikado's warmth and not be afraid of it. It's what he's wanted... He can't deny that he's always continued to love him, even at the lowest moments.]

Just say it. That you want me, and you love me. I know you do, or-- Why else would be put up with each other? And then, uhm...

[How does he put this? He's still too self-conscious to just ask. What used to be an easy joke is now a massive source of shame. But it doesn't have to be. He's just not sure how to articulate it--

So, well, he doesn't bother. He just takes that last little step forward, holding onto Mikado's hand to he can't run away, and goes in for a kiss.]