It felt like things were coming into focus, puzzle pieces sliding into place. Almost like a more pleasant version of being plugged into Zero. He simply knew, without question, that this was where he belonged, and with whom.

He relaxed against Duo, letting out a happy sigh as those hands slid up the skin of his back, smooth silk interrupted occasionally by scars. Something about Duo's fingers felt like home, pulling him back to where he belonged.

When he broke the kiss a moment later, it was with a soft sigh as he pressed their foreheads together. "I love you," he whispered.