"Oh, I'm sure the place has a decent sprinkler system," he says, and then laughs at the sight of the scorch marks. "...right, well, fair point. Fireproof sheets will be a necessity. We should definitely do this in a bed next time."

"--oh! Or a hot tub. That's always nice. This was very romantic, but I think we can definitely come up with cushier spots."

If Lucifer's pride is returning, so is Balthazar's mile-wide hedonistic streak. "I'll make sure to stock up on drinks."

He cups the other angel's face in both hands and pulls him into a kiss, abrupt and passionate. No one's ever promised to come back for him.