[ The action and the words themselves makes Theo chuckle, warm breath fanning over the hand still being held to his lips. ]

I'm glad that you find it agreeable. [ Word of the day. ] While I may yet have clarity in this moment, I assure you that it won't last. We're at the peak currently so I will not be fully satisfied for another day or two yet.

[ So why would he let the other go? He might be holding the Exarch to his words from earlier. To take care of Theo and see him through this. What does it matter if it is indulgent? Theo's mood is such that he doesn't think of it as a problem. It seems perfectly reasonable to just... Allow themselves this.

He places the hand back at his hip. Then sighs and seems to attempt to nuzzle into that hair and ears. That is... That does imply more than just wanting sexual gratification, huh? ]

You still have plenty of opportunities to rectify that mistake.