Midori’s warm arms slinked around your middle, encircling your body until you were flush to his chest. His chin rested on the juncture of your neck and shoulder, and while the tightness of his grip was uncomfortable, you were well aware that you were incapable of pulling away.

“I missed you.”

It’d been a while since both you and Midori had an evening alone. He was content to stay indoors, snuggled up to your warm body, uncaring of your responsibilities. He nuzzled your shoulder.

“Can you stay?” Midori nearly whined, his tone that of petulance. The pout in his voice was evident.

“Just for a little while… I want to cuddle.”