Adam's smile warmed, losing some of the sadness. "Promise," he said, happy knowing that he could be honest with Ronan and be loved for it. "I don't forgive you. But I do love you. And I want to spend the rest of my life by your side."

Grinning, Adam kissed Ronan's jaw, then his lips. Finally they were safe. Finally they had time. Adam wanted to kiss him for an hour. Maybe three.