Reaching out, Ronan combed his fingers through Adam's hair with care. Gently scratched his nails against his lover's scalp. There was so much he wanted to give Adam, to erase those pains of the past, but he wasn't quite sure how. Sure, moving to the country estate would ease him, but right now? Adam was nervous and Ronan could see it. It was palpable, slicking his tongue and making his heart ache.

"Adam," he said, softly, as the carriage briskly made its way to the hotel. Sliding his hand down, Ronan trailed his fingers along the side of Adam's head, against his jaw.

"I love you."

Bowing his head, he pressed a kiss to the top of Adam's.