Then his vision went blank; everything collapsed within one last unsuppressible wave, growing until it couldn't be contained anymore. He closed his eyes; gasping and screaming, he gave voice to his pleasure until it had all been forced out, and everything was silent once more. Adrien sat still, in a daze, his fingertips pulsating with echoes. He leaned back with his elbows into the bed, then lay himself down and closed his eyes. Faintly, he moved one arm, wishing to find Val again; and he felt his hand being held. At last, his consciousness slowly found its way back into his body. When he opened his eyes, he saw Val sitting next to him, his body glowing bright, his eyes full of joy - his smile, once again.