"Yes, murder before a birthday is always so inconvenient," Stephen said dryly.
"You're right; you'd hex them. I wouldn't expect otherwise," he said smiling. "I don't know why I'm surprised. The fact that when we got together, I thought you only topped could be a good start."
Stephen pulled him closer, still paying attention to where their bodies touched. "I want you happy too. What do you say about a bath? Probably hurt less than a shower, and I'll even let you have scolding water."