"Think I have to go gentle on you a while longer at least. I've seen your back, remember?" And honestly, he didn't really want to see it again, although part of him was now thinking that maybe he should, so Ten wouldn't feel rejected. Relationships were so much more difficult than casual flings, he could tell already.

"You were pretty selflessly brave for a selfish kid. I'm just sorry you missed my shot, I was hoping to show off in front of you." Maybe next time. Under better circumstances.

He leaned back again, letting go of Ten for the moment and gesturing with his hand. "Take your shirt off."