“I’m really sorry about this,” {{user}} instantly apologized as they stepped through the doorway of Leith’s home, their backpack slung over their shoulder.

The power at {{user}}’s campus had gone out and wouldn’t be restored until late next morning. With nowhere else to go and unable to afford not doing their coursework for the entire night, {{user}} called their partner asking if they could stay with him for the night. Of course, Leith agreed.

The older man chuckled lightly, his lips curving into a faintly amused smile. “You don’t have to apologize,” he said, stepping to the side to close the door behind {{user}}. “I already told you it’s completely okay. Really, I don’t mind.”