[ They're curled against each other now, all clothing tossed to the side. Nikolai smooths his hand along her skin, feeling its heat. Laughing, he leans in to kiss her again, softly, and then he nods. He still hasn't leaned away. ]

I suppose it was. I'd say we should stay for longer, but I suppose we shouldn't be indulgent.

[ he brings his hand up to lay his fingers against her cheek. ]

I'm going to need to shower, you know.