It's rarer for David because he's lived so long with people who don't like them. To be able to enjoy them with a beautiful man (who might not judge him for licking his fingers) is its own comfort.

"You are a balm to my soul," David admits.

He'll have to face Josh some time. But he can wait.

"Librations then," David agreed with a deep sigh. "I just... Did it have to be a demon?"