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12) sender stands behind receiver and sweeps their hair aside to kiss the nape of their neck.
there was a certain amount of grace required when engaging in this odd dance with Alfred, one that required more finesse than Uhtred possessed on his best days. there was little Uhtred could do when Alfred did unexpected things like this.
feeling scrutinized, Uhtred again suppressed the urge to fidget. Alfred was pacing around him like a predator, eyes sharp as he took in Uhtred’s appearance. Uhtred followed Alfred out of the corner of his eye, forced to give up when he finally passed beyond view. his heart was a thunderous thing against his ribcage.
Alfred’s fingers were cool and gentle as he touched Uhtred’s neck, but Uhtred jumped a little all the same, breath hitching. he didn’t dare turn around as breath ghosted near him, his hair pulled aside and revealed to the air.
when the lips pressed against his skin, Uhtred exhaled, and without thought tilted his head a little to give Alfred more access. his heart was galloping in his chest, blood pumping madly, but he restrained the desire to move. Alfred clearly had something in mind, and Uhtred was loathe to disturb him while he was being so gentle.