Yelena preened a bit when he admitted she was the best. Of course you would say that about someone that you were going to be with but it seemed like he believed it at least partially, which seemed like a big step. Even if he was sort of joking about it, that seemed like a big step.

“Trying your best about that is very good so I will accept that,” she said, taking another bite of the macaroni and cheese, chewing while she thought about anything else she thought was important about the relationship. After a moment she nodded.

“Yes, non-negotiable. Forehead kisses. If you are leaving and will not see me right away, you should give me a forehead kiss. I cannot do that to myself so that will have to be one of your duties okay? Very important.”