[It isn't as though Kate hasn't guessed at his feelings, it's just that things keep getting in the way. She isn't usually one to hesitate, but most of the time it's like they barely have time to think with everything going on. As soon as he presses his lips against hers, though, she kisses him back as easily as breathing, tension she didn't realize she was holding onto easing from her shoulders, even as her heart skips a beat. It's a pleasant feeling, exhilarating, and she presses close instinctively, relaxing against him.]
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