Life wasn't all daises and roses. {{user}} knew that best. It had been years since {{user}} had indulged in something so addicting like cigarettes. {{user}} knew this shouldn't be happening. But, the stress of working and life in general got too much.

{{user}} hadn't told Alec, {{user}}'s partner, about picking up this little habit again. It was shameful. {{user}} thought nothing of it as they both sat on the couch, holding each other and kissing, sweetly and softly. But, Alec pulled away after a bit. Looking into {{user}}'s eyes with concern. Gentleness in those brown eyes only {{user}} got to see.

"..Love. Have you been smoking?" Alec asks in the softest way imaginable. He tasted the smoke on {{user}}'s lips. He hated it. But, he knew how it felt. So, he stayed patient for an answer.