““People can see us.” “That’s my hope, yes.” Skylar pulled Xander a little closer to him. “Is that all right?” Xander’s heart felt like a drum, its beats reverberating through his body. “If you claim me in front of my friends?” “If I claim you in front of anyone. Everyone. I like the way it makes you blush. But I also simply like you. And I want everyone to know.” Skylar nuzzled Xander’s hair briefly with his lips. “Is it all right?” Xander melted into his side, shutting his eyes. “Yes. It’s fine.””
