A Steady Situation 3, Part 5

How do you feel about moving in?

Great. I think it’s probably more doubtful how you’d feel about it.

You’re right, but I’m definitely ready.

The last few weeks were a reel of orange-pink sunsets and sprawling cloudscapes that, in worse weather, one could scarcely believe would actually occur.

It’s going to be difficult tuning my need for hugs down.

Oh come on, it won’t be that bad. You know I do like hugging you, at least.

Prove it.

He bent down and held her up high by the waist, which had the effect that she put her arms around his neck.

Yeah, I guess you do like giving hugs.

I’m trying to strangle you, you bastard.

He put her down, quickly but gently.

What the fuck, I’d never imagine you doing that!

He chuckled a bit, which contorted her face into a deranged smile.

Room for me to surprise you?

She flicked his nose and he recoiled.