They do, don't they?

[ the way that she has to stand on her toes to reach him is nothing short of adorable, and he doesn't want to put that effort to waste. it's been a long time since he's had a true moment of intimacy like this.

at this point, his voice is little more than a smooth whisper. ]

You'll have to forgive me for being forward... but if it's all right with you, I'd like to show you how I feel.

[ even when they're so close that their lips are just barely touching, he still feels the need to ask. ]