The minutes slipped away too fast as the two chatted, laughed, and leaned against each other. He smiled at her and then laced his fingers into hers. "This might feel more comfortable," he said gently. It shocked her at first, but then laughed as she stroked the back of his hand with her thumb. "Sorry if my hand's a bit wet; I'm pretty nervous."

"It's alright, I am too," she admitted. He felt so warm against her side, and his hand, though far bigger than her own, fit perfectly in place. It was a strange connection, but a meaningful one. Things belonged this way, she thought.

They chatted idly as they stared up at the stars. It was a clear night, and despite the light pollution, several stars could still be seen. After a time, they both fell silent, just staring up.

And then the alarm began. He quickly silenced it, and the two unlaced their hands.

"I guess I need to take you home," she said, a tinge of sadness creeping into her voice.

"Yeah…" he said, letting the word trail out. She watched him curiously, but he made no motion to leave. She glanced back at the stars for a moment, leaning into him again.

"I don't want this to end," she said.

"Me either." She barely heard his whisper.

Suddenly, she felt warmth as his fingers curled around her chin and turned her towards him. She stared into his eyes, unsure of what was about to happen. He laughed a little, probably amused by her expression. Smiling, he tilted his head to the side. He gently tilted her head up and angled it.

He leaned forward, and their lips connected.

Her eyes grew wide in surprise, and then slowly closed as euphoria overtook her body. Her lips parted with his, and she felt a sudden shock as his tongue entered her mouth. Following example, she allowed her own tongue to probe his mouth and move against his tongue. She leaned her body closer to his as the kiss became more aggressive. He bit her lip a few times and she responded with the same.

She pulled back suddenly, breathing heavily and laughing. "I…I…uh."

And then the kissing began again.