[They would definitely make up for lost time later. But for right then Nicky returned soon enough, the Pride tank top he'd bought the year before now worn and washed enough that it made the perfect sleep shirt.

As long as he wasn't at home when he wore it.]

I think I actually really like the idea of you both together if I'm away. It means that you can ache that little bit less without me.

[Plus, watching them kiss had been one of the hottest things that Nicky had seen in his admittedly very short life.]

I love you, Joe. I can't wait to kiss you when you get here.