A Strange Sense Of Accomplishment

Drake meant it. No one should be treated like that but especially not someone as soft as Sylvie who had so much love to give. 

At least she didn't have to worry about that anymore. He appreciated her. She would never have to deal with that sort of treatment from anyone again. He wouldn't stand for it. 

Sylvie didn't say anything for a moment before kissing him out of nowhere. And not a greeting/parting kiss either. She kissed him the same way she had on their wedding day. He was startled for only a moment before letting himself get swept up in it. This was nice. More than nice, really. He had been wondering when this would happen again.

Afterward, she surprised him by saying, "You know you're allowed to kiss me first, right?"