[It shouldn't have been a surprise, but his kiss certainly mentally knocked her back a few feet. Not that it wasn't welcomed. It was difficult to compose herself, but she somehow managed to keep her heart safely in her chest. He may have been slightly intoxicated, but this time he was in charge of his actions. That was enough to make her return the brief gesture. She, of course allowed him the smirk. At this point it was well earned.]

That's only a temporary fix. If you want something more lasting, consider what you're fighting for, not who you're fighting.~