"It is," he agrees, even if Essek is teasing him. Being so far from home and suddenly entering an unexpected rut in a room full of people is not conducive to a good mood or any amount of patience. It didn't help that Essek started to experience symptoms of heat not long after. But now they are in a place that is familiar, one he has known from childhood, and a place he feels safe.

More than that, it's a place where they won't be interrupted unless there is some dire need.

Percival pulls Essek into another kiss, lingering there as his body calms as much as it can while still locked inside his mate. He strokes his fingers through Essek's hair as he they part. The last time Essek was in heat, it was easy to sequester themselves.

"Hopefully you don't have anything pressing to take care of for the week."