Terry kissed Ernie back with everything he was feeling, wanted to make Ernie feel desired and chase away any old ghosts. "You're welcome," he said, resting his forehead against Ernie's.
He blushed, and returned Ernie's shy smile. "What if I don't want to behave myself," he teased, cheeks pink from both the blush and happiness. "Though I'd like to avoid that particular situation, if we can."