[The snakes tickle, and Ryou almost smiles, but Atem's words are what push him to it. It's less of a back-and-forth when Ryou ends up charmed by Atem's behavior. It's nice knowing that he was cared for in his sleep, and Ryou's always been tender when it comes to romantic admissions.
So he returns the kiss with enthusiasm, wrapping his other arm loosely around Atem's back. Feeding is important, he can't put it off too long, but...he won't avoid a chance to kiss his boyfriend. Especially at this point, when they've both fallen asleep involuntarily in pretty quick succession. Time is fleeting, and one of them could be pulled back to the Sea of Stars at any time.
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So he returns the kiss with enthusiasm, wrapping his other arm loosely around Atem's back. Feeding is important, he can't put it off too long, but...he won't avoid a chance to kiss his boyfriend. Especially at this point, when they've both fallen asleep involuntarily in pretty quick succession. Time is fleeting, and one of them could be pulled back to the Sea of Stars at any time.
Ryou doesn't want any regrets.]