72 | Start of a Relationship

There was one thing Winter and Blue had in common. And that was the fact they were both similarly stubborn and so could understand each other's pride.

Though Winter liked to think he was smarter and more discreet in his actions, Blue was equally smart and could decrypt the things that Winter encrypted. The same notion worked the other way.

The two of them clearly understood the kind of situation they were in; but who would be the first to concede?

Certainly not Blue, judging by his response to Winter's inquiry.

"Ask first and see what reply you'll receive." Blue spoke with a slight frown on his face.

Winter looked at Blue with the question, 'really?', stamped boldly across his forehead.

Blue responded with a look, concurring, 'really.'

"I… You do know the only thing I want from you, don't you?" Winter asked Blue.