You not arguing? Is the universe ending? I'm a little scared here. [ It's obviously a tease, but he knows Bones can handle it. He knows why Bones pushes himself, and it's an admirable trait. As long as he does end up taking care of himself a little at the end of the day, he doesn't mind. ]

All right, that was the last one, promise. No more ranks or orders or anything tonight, deal?

[ He pulls back from the kiss, but still remains close enough to take in the features of his face. He knows every inch, he's sure, but he still watches him, appreciatively and fondly. It's only after that he shifts closer when Bones's arm wraps around his waist, and his fingers trace idle patterns. ]

Definitely something I'll never get used to. Pretty sure that isn't a bad thing, though.