[He wasn't expecting the kiss, but he returned it after a very brief pause.

Yes, there was a slight concern that Sola would try to take things too far, it was only natural considering how the morning had started out, but he knew he needed to start trusting Sola more if they were going to get closer at all.

He pulled away after a moment only to press their foreheads together.]

I'll try. I promise to work on on it. I only ask that you have patience with me.

[He paused and then shook his head slightly.]

No, I also ask that you're as honest with me as you would like for me to be with you. I know you hide things from me when you think they'll hurt or worry me, especially if it has anything to do with Barry.

I want to know these things as well.