Surprised but soothed by the devoted kisses, Laurent laughed very softly, finding it easy to forgive him when he was so sincerely apologetic. "You enormous oaf," he grumbled, nuzzling at Damen and pushing his hand down between Laurent's legs. "Do you treat all your virgins like that?"

Laurent bit Damen's jaw, feeling that the bite was duly earned. "I liked it. Hurt, but I liked it."