With a courtesy that appeared out of place given the recent revelations, Ken firmly shut the door behind him. Daniel, now alone with Brian, blinked at him, momentarily paralyzed by disbelief. "Wait a minute... You're gay?" he croaked out, a question that seemed ridiculous in its mundane nature, given the circumstances.

"i'm not sure before" Brian chuckled, clearly unbothered by Daniel's reaction. a hearty sound that didn't dispel the awkwardness that hung in the air like an unwanted guest. "but I think we can safely rule that out now." He had felt nothing when he made contact with Daniel's skin, only confirming his suspicion that the fated mate's induction he...