That smile is his favorite. It brightens everything and has him smiling fully right back, ghosts from earlier finally vanquished. Despite everything, Nate had found him easy to marry, easy to vow to be with for the rest of their lives.

"You are my light," he breathes as Nate wets his lips, eyes intent as Nate takes him into his mouth. This man has chased away his demons, literally and figuratively. How could he have doubted him?

The slow slide of mouth over cock draws a groan from him. It's perfect.

"Taking your time, are you?" Anders teases, feeling so much better. "Enjoying yourself? I certainly am." He rubs Nate's temples in gentle circles, massaging his scalp.