[BOOK 1] Their wrists met and the rune began to react, creating a painful surge through their arms as the bond burnt into their wrists. Astreal gritted his teeth, resting his forehead on the other's as he held in a groan. The pain went as quick as it came and Facimus tipped his head back. "Fuck. That hurt more than I expected." Astreal laughed and Facimus watched him with adoring eyes. "I think we just skipped like fifty steps." Facimus smiled, heart racing from everything. He brought Astreal's chest closer to his face and kissed collarbone, trying to get him aroused again, though there was no doubt that he still was. "We could still do the earlier steps if you want."