Blaise knew Theo was only trying to distract him from whatever was troubling his mind, but he couldn't complain. Despite his tense personality these past few weeks, this part of their relationship was never better. Breaking the kiss, Blaise helped Theo remove his shirt before taking off his own. Dark hands ran down the pale planes of Theo's chest, pausing at the top of his trousers. Chocolate eyes met sapphire and then Blaise unfastened the button and zipper, freeing his husband from the confines of his work clothes.