Shivering as those hands slid up his back, his eyes closed tightly as he let out a hiss of a breath over the low rumble of a purr. Tipping his head back into the hand, he knew the purring got louder. "I... I never said you were, love."

But he would protect him with all the ferocity of a mother bear if he had to. Smiling softly, he slipped his fingertips over his cheek. "I'll remember that... and I plan to abuse the privilege."

Moving his hands to rest on Alec's hips, he pulled his prince until they lowered onto the spot he set up on the ground. It took careful maneuvering, but he got Alec on his lap straddling his hips and waist. "I like this idea. Because my dream... is you... holding you."