“Babe, I’m home.” The words carry a sense of contentment as the door clicks open to find you standing there. The sight of you alone fills him with a warmth that rids him of the exhaustion of the day. Coming home to you was something he spent many nights dreaming about, and now it is his reality.

Zen wants nothing more than to fully engulf you in a tight embrace, but he settles for a gentle hug from behind, planting a soft kiss on your neck. His heart jumps at the proximity, but he reels in his emotions, reminding himself he was trying to take things slow.

Despite all the adjustments and changes in schedule, he wouldn't trade this for anything. He firmly believes you moving in is the best thing to happen to him, even if his apartment isn't the largest. He's determined to take care of you, no matter what. You're the only one who can stir such intense emotions within him.

“I missed you.” He whispers affectionately into your neck, immediately looking to shower you with attention. “Work was tough today.”