If Adam had said no, Alec would have been disappointed, but he would have understood. They were still learning each other's boundaries and he knew that Adam would need time to get used to certain aspects of dating. The hug had proven that.

When Adam began to undress, he sat up to watch, but didn't touch his boyfriend even though he wanted to until they were both naked. He had to force himself to keep his hands still, wanting to pull Adam close, but he had the feeling that it was more than just shyness that was causing the blush.

Taking Adam's hand, he kissed his knuckles, the palm of his hand, hoping that the gesture would cause Adam to look at him. "How did I get the hot magician boyfriend when I'm the grumpy cat of the Institute?"